I'm about 50 pages into Tullian Tchividjian's new book, Jesus + Nothing = Everything, and really enjoying it so far. A few of the endorsements: “In an evangelical culture where so many of us are unaware that the gospel isn’t just what we believe to save us but also what sustains us and carries us into maturity, this book hammers home the gospel’s power for the believer. Whether you have been in church your whole life or recently converted, this book will fuel your affections for our great God and King.” - Matt Chandler, Lead Pastor, The Village Church, Highland Village, Texas; … [Read more...] about Jesus + Nothing = Everything
What Do You Think of Me? Why Do I Care?
This past summer I had the pleasure of reading the manuscript to Dr. Welch's new book, What Do You Think of Me? Why Do I Care?: Answers to the Big Questions of Life. Wanting approval is normal, but many of us struggle with craving it too much. This book is engaging and written directly to young adults (high school, college). Youth workers and parents will also want to take notice. Here are some of the endorsements: "This book is life-giving. And since God gives us limited years on his earth, it's a book for those who are young to read sooner rather than later! I wish I had this book forty … [Read more...] about What Do You Think of Me? Why Do I Care?
The GOP Primary – Who I’d Support
Is (sadly!) not running: … [Read more...] about The GOP Primary – Who I’d Support
Tim and Kathy Keller – Live Broadcast on Marriage Book
On Tuesday, November 1st at 7pm (EST), there will be a special event in New York City with Tim and Kathy Keller discussing their new book, The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God, which releases that day. The discussion will be moderated by Gabe Lyons and Bethany Jenkins, and broadcast over the Internet at Penguin Books and Tim Keller's website. … [Read more...] about Tim and Kathy Keller – Live Broadcast on Marriage Book
Steve Jobs – The Official Biography
Steve Jobs, the official biography, hits stores tomorrow. Jobs is profiled by 60 minutes tonight. The book sounds interesting -- in no way a hagiography. Jobs was a demanding, abrasive, and sometimes petulant, perfectionist. He fathered a child out of wedlock, and at first denied paternity. Jobs could be cold and aloof. Isaacson is the author of other seminal biographies, including Einstein: His Life and Universe, Benjamin Franklin: An American Life, and Kissinger: A Biography. For an excellent, Christian perspective on Steve Jobs' resignation and death, see this post by Michael … [Read more...] about Steve Jobs – The Official Biography
Albert Pujols
I don't watch much baseball, but last night I was fortunate to be watching when Albert Pujols smashed a 96 mile-an-hour fastball almost into the upper decks. What some don't know is that Pujols is also a giant of a man off the field--a dedicated Christian, husband, father, and active in caring for the less fortunate (see, for example, this 60 minutes report). I was curious to learn that Mr. Pujols is the subject of a fast-selling book by Scott Lamb and Tim Ellsworth. Some of the endorsements: He embodies the best of sports and of heroes. His Christian testimony, his commitment to God … [Read more...] about Albert Pujols