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You can be right without being a jerk. In fact, it really is important to know the truth, and it's also important to convey that truth humbly. That's the concise message of "Humble Orthodoxy" by Joshua Harris, with Eric Stanford (published... [Read on]
Originally written as the closing chapter in Dug Down Deep, it's been expanded because it's something Christ followers need. Despite being saved by grace, we're still too conceited about our own knowledge, our own works, our own goodness. Yuck.... [Read on]
So many Christians in America attend church on Sunday morning, are involved in ministry in some capacity but very few are willing to put their “yes” on the table before God about everything in their lives. “Sent” is the real life story of the... [Read on]
While Plastic Donuts may be a goofy title for a book on worship, it is anything but that. The book delivers a simple, yet profound, look at the subject of how we can worship God with our gifts. The title comes from an experience the author had... [Read on]
Wow, what a great book! Humble Orthodoxy by Joshua Harris is like a breath of fresh air amidst arguing bloggers and finger-pointing Christian “culture experts.” And since the framing scriptures of this super-short book are taken primarily from... [Read on]
Plastic Donuts: Giving that Delights the Heart of the Father, by Jeff Anderson, (Multnomah, 2013) is a delightful book. It’s a simple read, but certainly not all that easy if you try to put into practice the principles that the author discusses.... [Read on]
Biblical manhood has not only been in lack...it's been under attack. But thanks to Colt McCoy and Matt Carter, biblical manhood is making a comeback! This is an excellent book for men, for men's groups or Bible studies. (I would even suggest... [Read on]
You Don't Need a Title to Be a Leader is 128 pages of practical wisdom from someone who knows how to be a leader. Despite its title, it is helpful for anyone who desires to be a better leader. I think it is well worth your time to check this... [Read on]
Curt and Hilary Alan were hotly pursuing the American dream. They had everything they wanted: new cars, big house, awesome job, great kids. They were active in their local church, loved Jesus, read their Bibles, prayed regularly. But still... [Read on]
I really enjoyed Humble Orthodoxy. I was intrigued by it from the start, but even so, I ended up liking it more than I thought I would initially. It's a short book (only four chapters), so it's an incredibly quick read. It touches on some... [Read on]