Was the death of Jesus on the cross necessary? Was it the only way for people to return to God? The answer is "yes," and R. C. Sproul explains why. Using scripture from both the Old and New Testaments, Sproul shows how our fallen human condition leaves us separated from God, what happened to Jesus on… Continue reading The Truth of the Cross by R. C. Sproul
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The Dawning of Indestructible Joy by John Piper
This small book has a great goal: to keep you focused on Christ during Advent. Those days leading up to Christmas have become hectic, filled with shopping, cooking, and preparations to celebrate. But what are we celebrating? Here, John Piper provides short devotional readings, from December 1 through Christmas Day, to remind us of the true… Continue reading The Dawning of Indestructible Joy by John Piper
Easter Reading
In the past, I've read a book about the Cross during the Lenten season. While Lent more traditionally is a time people give things up as a means of self-sacrifice, I try to keep my mind focused more on Christ and His work on the Cross during this time leading up to Easter. Reading a Cross-themed… Continue reading Easter Reading
The Cross of Christ by John R. W. Stott
Simply read the title... that's exactly what this book is about. In "The Cross of Christ" Stott discusses the purpose of the Cross, its effects, and how it should affect our lives today. He explains how the Cross worked to satisfy both God's love and justice. The depth of this book is amazing. Stott discusses theological… Continue reading The Cross of Christ by John R. W. Stott
More New Books
Considering that one of my goals for 2012 was to read more of the unread books already on my shelf, I think I may be lacking in the self-control department when it comes to books. Within the last couple of weeks I've purchased: I also won a giveaway hosted by Zondervan! Yay!… Continue reading More New Books
The Jesus Lens: A Free Online Event
The Calvin Theological Seminary and Zondervan Publishers are hosting a free online event. I've already registered for the event and ordered the book from CBD (just got it today!) so I can start reading it after the discussion. I'm really looking forward to this, and I wanted to share it for others who may be interested.… Continue reading The Jesus Lens: A Free Online Event
Charlie Brown gets Christmas right…
or... Linus does. A Charlie Brown Christmas is still my favorite Christmas special, and this is why. When Linus explains what the true meaning of Christmas is, I still get goosebumps. It's not watered down, it's not changed to be "politically correct." It's the Christmas story, pure and simple. If there's a chance you've never… Continue reading Charlie Brown gets Christmas right…
Friday Finds 4/29/11
Friday Finds is hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along! Just share the new-to-you books you found during the week — books you either want to add to your TBR (to be read) list, or that you just heard about that sounded interesting. If you’ve discovered them this week, share them with… Continue reading Friday Finds 4/29/11
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