In times of crisis, it’s more important than ever to stay focused on God. We need to be rooted and grounded in the truth in order to effectively combat the fear around us. And this classic book reveal…
“Life Together”: Bonhoeffer’s Reflection on Christian Community Calls for Sacrifice and Dedication
“Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!” (Ps. 133:1, ESV) The concept of the Christian community may seem an ironic topic in our current time of social distancing. But we ne…
“I Didn’t Know How to Move Forward,” Author Delves Deep Into What it Means to Be United to Christ
“What am I missing?” “What is wrong with me?” “Why isn’t the gospel doing its deep work in my heart?” These questions and more are addressed in a powerful book, Union with Christ. Rankin Wilbourne, th…
Book Review: Kierkegaard’s “Fear and Trembling” Provides a Deep Study of Abraham’s Faith
We all know Abraham as the “father” of our faith (Romans 4:16). He trusted God fully, even to the point of sacrificing his own son, Isaac. But we often overlook how difficult and complex Abraham’s fai…
Cultural Exile: How American Christianity Mirrors the 1st Century Audience of 1 Peter
Is “evangelism” a daunting word for you or your family? Do you hold back from sharing your faith for fear of being mocked or excluded? If you answered “yes!” to any of these questions, then you need t…
Book Review: ‘The Everlasting Man’ Studies the Impact of the Incarnation
As Christians, we believe that Jesus Christ came to earth in the form of a man. It’s an integral part of our faith to say that Christ was fully God and fully man. But we don’t often think about what t…
Book Review: ‘The Jesus Style’ Reveals How We Can Imitate Jesus’ Leadership
During His time on earth, Jesus demonstrated a radically different leadership style than most of us are used to experiencing. And He calls all of us, especially those who are gifted in the area of lea…
The Prosperity Paradox: A Better Approach to Poverty Alleviation
As Christians, we take our calling from God to care for the poor seriously. And Christian ministries are behind some of the most ambitious attempts at alleviating poverty out there with donation drive…
The Mystery of Faith: A Review of Chesterton’s “The Man Who Was Thursday”
G.K. Chesterton was one of the most prolific Christian authors and philosophers of the 20th century, yet many young Christians have never read his books. As a teenager, I first encountered Chesterton …
Book Review: Ishmael: A Rustic Gem You’ve Never Heard Of
Written in the late 1800s by a woman who called herself E.D.E.N. Southworth, the book titled Ishmael is a timeless Christian tale — and likely one you’ve never heard of. The book highlights the …
