Affiliate Disclosure A review of Psalms by the Day: A New Devotional Translation by Alec Motyer and published by Christian Focus Publications (hardcover 422 pages). It wasn't that long ago when I mentioned to someone that I couldn't "get into" the Psalms. Within about a week or two of making that statement, I … [Read more...]
Andrew Bonar, Diary and Life Book Review
This is a review of the book Andrew Bonar, Diary and Life. I first came across Andrew Bonar (1810-1892) and his brother Horatius through reading Barry Horner's book Future Israel. Horner has two websites called Bunyan Ministries and Future Israel Ministries, which I also recommend. Andrew Bonar was a contemporary and … [Read more...]
Israel in the Plan of God
Affiliate Disclosure This is a review of Israel in the Plan of God by David Baron. The book was originally published as The History of Israel - It's Spiritual Significance. It is now published by Kregel in its current title (paperback 320 pages). David Baron (1855-1926) was born in Russia and raised in a devout Jewish … [Read more...]
Developing A Healthy Prayer Life
Meditations on Communing with God: Developing A Healthy Prayer Life, a review. The book is published by Reformation Heritage books and written by James W. Beeke and Joel R. Beeke (99 pages). This book was one of those impulse buys. I saw it on the shelf, thumbed through it, bought it, and put in on my book shelf … [Read more...]
Slave by John MacArthur – Book Review
Slave by John MacArthur. This is a book review of Slave - The Hidden Truth About Your Identity In Christ by John MacArthur. The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants - things which must shortly take place. And He sent and signified it by His angel to His servant John, Rev 1:1 The … [Read more...]
He Will Reign Forever
This is a review of the book "He Will Reign Forever - A Biblical Theology of the Kingdom of God" by Dr. Michael Vlach. It is published by Lampion Press (Hardcover 638 pages). Read Dr. Vlach's Bio HERE. Visit his blog. Among other books, he has also written "Has the Church Replaced Israel?" From John MacArthur's … [Read more...]
By Grace Alone Book Review
By Grace Alone book review. By Grace Alone: How the Grace of God Amazes Me, by Sinclair Ferguson. Hardcover, published by Reformation Trust (123 pages). As noted by Ferguson in the Preface, the inspiration for this book is a hymn written by Baptist Pastor Emmanuel T. Sibomana. When it was originally published, the … [Read more...]
Pentecost Today?
Pentecost Today? - The Biblical Basis for Understanding Revival is written by Iain Murray and published by The Banner of Truth Trust (Hardback 226 pages). While I'd been aware of Iain Murray's book, I hadn't considered reading it until I saw Tim Challies' interview with Paul Washer. Among other things, Challies asked … [Read more...]
In the House of Tom Bombadil – Review
Following is my review of the book "In the House of Tom Bombadil." Written by C. R. Wiley and published by Canon Press (Hardback 106 pages). Who is Bombadil really? Well, we still don't know and never will. See this Tolkien Gateway article. Those who only watched The Lord of the Rings movies - without reading … [Read more...]
High King of Heaven
High King of Heaven: Theological and Practical Perspectives on the Person and Work of Jesus The book is published by Moody (and Master's Seminary Press) - Hardcover 318 pages. This was welcome news as Moody needs to get back on track and promote more good books like this one! If you were going to spend a year alone … [Read more...]