Archive for February, 2007
Wayne Grudem. Evangelical Feminism: A New Path to Liberalism? Crossway, 2006. 272 pp.
By critically examining the writings of egalitarians, Grudem shows that, while egalitarian leaders claim to be subject to Scripture in their thinking, what is increasingly evident in their actual scholarship and practice is an effective rejection of the authority of Scripture.
Egalitarianism is heading toward an Adam who is neither male nor female, a Jesus whose manhood is not important, and a God who is both Father and Mother, and then maybe only Mother. The common denominator in all of this is a persistent undermining of the authority of Scripture in our lives. Grudem’s conclusion is that we must choose either evangelical feminism or biblical truth. We can’t have it both ways!
Author: Crossway Bio | Theopedia | Wikipedia | Phoenix Seminary
Overview: Amazon | Crossway | CBD | Google Books
Excerpts: TOC | Pref. & Ch 1&2 | Intro & Conclusion | Browse in Amazon, Google Books, Crossway
Reviews: Amazon
Professors
- Al Mohler at AlbertMohler.com (10/06) Review
Pastors/Church Leaders
- Erik Raymond at IrishCalvinist.com (05/07) Review
- Trevin Wax at Kingdom People (01/07) Review
- Michael Spencer at InternetMonk.com (11/06) Review
Laymen/Unknown
- Rebecca at Rebecca Writes (06/07) Review
- Tim Challies at Challies.com (02/07) Review
- Jonathan Watson at BannerofTruth.org (ND) Review
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Walt Mueller. Engaging the Soul of Youth Culture: Bridging Teen Worldviews and Christian Truth. IVP, 2006. 240 pp.
Before we can reach today’s youth with the truth of the gospel, we need to see what they see and hear what they hear. We need to catch the messages encrypted in their culture and understand what’s really being communicated.In Engaging the Soul of Youth Culture Walt Mueller, founder and president of the Center for Parent/Youth Understanding, helps us to navigate the troubling and confusing terrain of teen worldviews so that we can effectively and compassionately pass along good news: our God is their God, our Savior can be their Savior.
Author: IVP Bio | CPYU | Blog
Overview: IVP | Amazon
Excerpts: TOC | Introduction (or here) | Chapter 1 (or here) | PastorBookshelf Excerpt
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Last updated 03/14/07
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Michael P. V. Barrett. The Beauty of Holiness: A Guide to Biblical Worship. Ambassador, 2006. 285 pp.
Should the congregation find the words to hymns in hardback hymnals or the words to choruses projected on a screen? Should soloists sing to recorded music with microphone in hand or to organ accompaniment with arms passively at the side? Should the congregation applaud or whisper “amen” when blessed? Should drums and guitars be allowed in church? Should music styles reflect changing cultural models, or are some melodies and rhythms inherently inappropriate for worship? These are tough questions with answers that almost always fail to convince or change the other side.
Author: Publisher’s Bio | Faith Free Presbyterian Church | Geneva Reformed Seminary
Overview: Ambassador
Excerpts: Introduction | Chapter 1 | PastorBookshelf Excerpt
Reviews: Amazon | CBD | LibraryThing | SharperIron
- Mathew Sims, The World From Our Window (12/06) Review
- Phil Gons, PhilGons.com (12/06) Review
- Chris Anderson, My Two Cents (12/06) Review
- Jason Button, (01/07) Review
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Last updated 02/20/07
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Brian D. McLaren. A Generous Orthodoxy: Why I Am a Missional, Evangelical, Post/Protestant, Liberal/
Conservative, Mystical/Poetic, Biblical, Charismatic/
Contemplative, Fundamentalist/Calvinist, Anabaptist/Anglican, Methodist, Catholic, Green, Incarnational, Depressed-Yet-Hopeful, Emergent, Unfinished Christian. Zondervan, 2004. 352 pp.
In a sweeping exploration of belief, author Brian McLaren takes us across the landscape of faith, envisioning an orthodoxy that aims for Jesus, is driven by love, and is defined by missional intent. A Generous Orthodoxy rediscovers the mysterious and compelling ways that Jesus can be embraced across the entire Christian horizon. Rather than establishing what is and is not “orthodox,” McLaren walks through the many traditions of faith, bringing to the center a way of life that draws us closer to Christ and to each other.
Author: Zondervan Bio | Wikipedia | Theopedia | BrianMcLaren.net | Emergent Village
Overview: Amazon | Zondervan
Excerpts: TOC and Chapter 1
Reviews: Amazon | CBD | LibraryThing
- Craig Blomberg, Denver Journal (11/04) Review
- Tim Challies, Challies.com (12/04) Review
- John Frame, Acts 3 Review (05) Review
- Roger Overton, A-Team Blog (04/05) Review
- Phil Groom, UKCBD (04/05) Review
- Sean Michael Lucas, Presbyterion Journal (02/06) Part 1 | Part 2
- Andrew B., From Knowledge to Wisdom (02/07) Review
- Al Mohler, Crosswalk Review
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Last updated 03/12/07
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Rob Bell. Velvet Elvis: Repainting the Christian Faith. Zondervan, 2005. 208 pp.
God never changes, nor do the central truths of Christianity. But our understanding of those truths is in constant flux. Christians will always be exploring and discovering what it means to live in harmony with God and each other. Now in softcover, Velvet Elvis offers original and refreshingly personal perspectives on what Christianity is really about.
Author: Zondervan Bio | Wikipedia | Theopedia | NOOMA | Mars Hill Bible Church
Overview: Amazon | Zondervan
Excerpts: Introduction | CBD
Reviews: Amazon | CBD | LibraryThing
- Preaching.org (ND) Review
- Phil Groom, UKCBD (09/05) Review
- Tim Challies, Challies.com (01/06) Review
- Greg Gilbert, 9Marks (09/06) Review
- Ben Witherington, Ben Witherington Blog (02/07) Review
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Last updated 04/10/07
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N. T. Wright. Judas and the Gospel of Jesus: Have We Missed the Truth About Christianity? Baker, 2006. 160 pp.
This timely response to the Gospel of Judas is the authoritative, orthodox word on what the Gospel of Judas really tells us—and does not tell us—about Jesus, Judas, early Christianity, and Gnosticism. Tom Wright, as both a bishop and a historian, is uniquely qualified to speak on the subject. In Judas and the Gospel of Jesus, he clearly and fairly answers your questions about this “new gospel.”
Author: Baker Bio | Bio | Wikipedia | Theopedia | N. T. Wright Page
Overview: Baker | Amazon
Excerpts: Amazon | CBD
Reviews: Amazon
- Tim Challies, Challies.com (08/06) Review
- Bill Muehlenberg, CultureWatch (08/06) Review
- Noah Tutak (09/06) Review
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Timothy S. Laniak. Shepherds After My Own Heart: Pastoral Traditions and Leadership in the Bible. IVP, 2006. 313 pp.
In this excellent study, Laniak draws on a wide range of Old and New Testament texts to develop the biblical theology of “shepherd” imagery, and concludes with some principles and implications for contemporary pastoral ministry. A wonderful resource for pastors, teachers and seminary students, as well as readers interested in the study of biblical imagery.
Author: IVP Bio | GCTS Bio
Overview: IVP | Amazon
Excerpts: TOC | Chapter 1
Reviews: Amazon
- Jason Park, Christian Book Previews, Review
- Justin Buzzard (01/07) Review
- Kelly Liebengood (01/07) Review
- Jonathan Leeman, 9Marks (03/07) Review
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Last updated 04/13/07
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John M. Frame. Salvation Belongs to the Lord: An Introduction to Systematic Theology. P&R, 2006. 382 pp.
Beginning students of theology and church leaders looking for a theological refresher or teaching tool will welcome this remarkably clear instruction to the doctrines of Scripture. In an almost conversational style, Salvation Belongs to the Lord explores all the major biblical truths, explains key terms of systematic theology, and reflects on their implications and connections under the lordship of Christ.
Author: Bio | Frame-Poythress.org | Blog | Wikipedia | Theopedia
Overview: P&R
Excerpts: Amazon | Chapter 1
Reviews: Amazon
- Tim Challies, Challies.com (06/06) Review
- Roger N. Overton, The A-Team Blog (07/06) Review
- Tony S. Reinke, The Shepherd’s Scrapbook (09/06) Review
- David P. Field, DavidPField.com (09/06) Review
- Rebecca Stark, Rebecca Writes (01/07) Review
- Paul Helm, Reformation21 (ND) Review
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Craig Groeschel. Confessions of a Pastor: Adventures in Dropping the Pose and Getting Real with God. Multnomah, 2006. 224 pp.
Why do we fake it so much? Why do we spend so much time trying to please everyone else and make so little effort trying to please God? When Craig Groeschel asked himself those questions, he couldn’t come up with a good answer. So one day he decided to drop the act and start getting real. With that one choice, his life began to change in a big way. And yours can too. Craig’s passionate, funny, warts-and-all confessions—and the lessons he learned from them—will help you find your own path to authentic living and a deeper relationship with God (you know He’s on to you anyway!).
Author: Bio 1 | Bio 2 | LifeChurch.tv | Wikipedia | Chazown.com
Overview: Amazon | Multnomah
Excerpts: TOC, Introduction, Chapter 1 | Introduction
Reviews: Amazon | CBD
Pastors/Church Leaders
- Brian Daugherty at Phoenix Preacher (01/07) Review
Laymen/Unknown
- Tim Berroth at UKCBD (01/07) Review or at The Misguided Saint (01/07) Review
- Benjamin Potter at his blog (06/07) Review
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Brian Bailey with Terry Storch. The Blogging Church: Sharing the Story of Your Church Through Blogs. Jossey-Bass, January 2007. 224 pp.
The Blogging Church offers church leaders a field manual for using the social phenomenon of blogs to connect people and build communities in a whole new way. Inside you will find the why, what, and how of blogging in the local church. Filled with illustrative examples and practical advice, the authors answer key questions learned on the frontlines of ministry: Is blogging a tool or a toy? What problems will blogging solve? How does it benefit ministry? How do I build a great blog? and Who am I blogging for? The Blogging Church is a handbook that will inspire and equip you to join the conversation.
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Last updated 04/30/07
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