While we're on the topic of reformed theology, I thought I'd mention this interesting new book by Robert A. Peterson, Professor of Systematic Theology at Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. Entitled Election and Free Will: God's Gracious choice and Our Responsibility, Peterson traces the doctrine of election throughout the Bible and explains the biblical concept of free will. I find this issue to be at the heart of the Calvinism-Arminianism debate. People often talk past each other because they have different categories for "freedom". In one sense, all humans are free to … [Read more...] about Election and Free Will – Robert Peterson
Young, Restless, Reformed – Collin Hansen
A well-researched and entertaining account of Reformed theology's increasing popularity among young Christians, Collin Hansen's new book, Young, Restless, Reformed, appeared in seed form as a Christianity Today cover story in 2006. With a degree in journalism, Hansen is now editor-at-large for Christianity Today while pursuing an M.Div. at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, IL. Hansen documents the impact of several vibrant ministries that, while having significant theological differences with one another, answer with one voice on the question, "Who does what in salvation?" … [Read more...] about Young, Restless, Reformed – Collin Hansen
Do Hard Things – NPR Interview with Alex & Brett Harris
Alex and Brett Harris were recently interviewed by Michel Martin of NPR's Tell Me More broadcast about their outstanding book Do Hard Things. In this 14-minute spot the Harris brothers preview their book, mention their political involvement with Huck's Army, and even (briefly) share their Christian faith. To learn more about this book, see my endorsement, or read the Table of Contents and a sample chapter. … [Read more...] about Do Hard Things – NPR Interview with Alex & Brett Harris
Memoirs of an Ordinary Pastor – D.A. Carson
You don't have to be a pastor to profoundly benefit from Memoirs of an Ordinary Pastor: The Life and Reflections of Tom Carson, a moving biographical account written by Pastor Carson's son, eminent author Dr. D.A. Carson. This is simply an outstanding book for any Christian who wants to fight sin, grow in grace, and be faithful until the end. I read it straight through, and was quite moved. Dr. Carson writes poignantly about his father, Tom Carson, who spent much of his life in pastoral ministry in small churches. Tom Carson never wrote a book and was never a sought-after conference … [Read more...] about Memoirs of an Ordinary Pastor – D.A. Carson
The Conservative Resurgence at Southern Seminary
Dr. Albert Mohler walks through the story of his early years at Southern Seminary. It is an outstanding story of God's goodness. Two free downloads: Part 1 Part 2 (HT: JT) … [Read more...] about The Conservative Resurgence at Southern Seminary
The Emerging Evangelical Intelligentsia
It is no secret that American intellectuals tend to look down upon evangelicals, even their would-be counterparts. [For example, movies like Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed, explore the closed-mindedness of many in academia toward any who would question Darwinian evolution.] In response to this perception of widespread evangelical disparagement, Boston University's Institute on Culture, Religion, and World Affairs has launched a two-year research project called The Emerging Evangelical Intelligentsia. They kicked things off last fall with a major conference entitled Opening of the … [Read more...] about The Emerging Evangelical Intelligentsia