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Preaching Life-Changing Sermons

Posted on April 4, 2022 by Carl Simmons

And one for all you pastors (and other preachers) out there. . . . Jesse L. Nelson. Preaching Life-Changing Sermons: Six Steps to Developing and Delivering Biblical Messages. 144p., $16.99, Kregel Ministry. Being called to preach is a tremendous commission. … Continue reading →

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40 Questions About Arminianism

Posted on March 28, 2022 by Carl Simmons

So, as opposed to the books from the other side of the aisle (i.e., Calvinism) the last few months, here’s one about Arminianism, and its very equally Reformed roots. . . . J. Matthew Pinson. 40 Questions About Arminianism. 400p., … Continue reading →

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Big Greek Idea: James

Posted on February 28, 2022 by Carl Simmons

An in-depth look at one of the most practical books of the Bible. . . . Herbert W. Bateman IV and William C. Varner. James: An Exegetical Guide for Preaching and Teaching. Big Greek Idea series. 336p., $33.99, Kregel Academic. To … Continue reading →

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Christian Coaching Excellence

Posted on February 21, 2022 by Carl Simmons

Bringing your coaching and mentoring to the next level. . . . Robert E. Logan and Gary B. Reinecke. Christian Coaching Excellence: Pursuing the Journey of Ongoing Growth. 253p., $24.99, Logan Leadership. A must-have resource for advanced coach development! Backed by … Continue reading →

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Finding Our Way

Posted on February 14, 2022 by Carl Simmons

Finding biblical ways to deal with the modern world. . . . Tom Greener. Finding Our Way: How Ancient Practices Help Us Navigate through Stress, Anxiety, and Alienation. 158p., $12.99, self-published. The French philosopher famously declared, “the more things change, … Continue reading →

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A Contemporary Handbook for Weddings & Funerals

Posted on February 7, 2022 by Carl Simmons

It is what it says it is. . . . Aubrey Malphurs, Keith Willhite, and Dennis Hillman, eds. A Contemporary Handbook for Weddings & Funerals. Revised and updated edition. 456p., $23.99, Kregel Academic. Weddings and funerals are some of the … Continue reading →

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Reprobation and God’s Sovereignty

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Carl Simmons

Everything you wanted to know about probably the most controversial aspect of Calvinism but was afraid to ask. . . . Peter Sammons. Reprobation and God’s Sovereignty: Recovering a Biblical Doctrine. 320p.., $25.99, Kregel Academic. The doctrine of reprobation—that is, … Continue reading →

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Kerux: Colossians/Philemon

Posted on January 24, 2022 by Carl Simmons

Another day, another commentary :). . . . Adam Copenhaver and Jeffrey D. Arthurs. Colossians and Philemon: A Commentary for Biblical Preaching and Teaching. Kerux Commentaries. 368p., $30.99 (hardcover), Kregel Academic. Kerux Commentaries enable pastors and teachers to understand and effectively … Continue reading →

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Luke–Acts in Modern Interpretation

Posted on January 17, 2022 by Carl Simmons

A long look at modern takes on Luke’s books. . . . Stanley E. Porter and Ron C. Fay. Luke–Acts in Modern Interpretation. 392p., $31.99, Kregel Academic. Luke-Acts in Modern Interpretation explores the lives and work of ten interpreters who have … Continue reading →

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The Darkness

Posted on December 27, 2021 by Carl Simmons

For those of you missing the Left Behind series. . . . Ron Brown. We Have Not Been Listening. Book One: The Darkness series. 182 p., $15.99, Deep River Books. St. Augustine Baptist Church, an African-American megachurch in the heart … Continue reading →

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