…courtesy of Erik Kowalker.
Update: For those unclear, I am not running this giveaway. If you would like to enter to win a copy, you must click the link above.
Filed Under // Books, Competition, Joel Beeke
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March 7, 2010
Win a Copy of "Meet the Puritans" by Joel R. Beeke
March 5, 2010
Welcome to a Reformed Church
…is a new book by Rev. Daniel Hyde to be released March 15 (published by Reformation Trust). The book is described in part as:
In layman’s terms, Rev. Hyde sketches the historical roots of the Reformed churches, their scriptural and confessional basis, their key beliefs, and the ways in which those beliefs are put into practice. The result is a roadmap for those encountering the Reformed world for the first time and a primer for those who want to know more about their Reformed heritage.
I’m really interested in reading what Hyde has to say and it may just be a book that I’ll have to always have a couple of copies spare to give away.
A sample chapter is available for free download and/or you can pre-order a copy here.
HT: Kim Riddlebarger
Update: Lord willing, I’ll be interviewing Rev. Daniel Hyde about his soon to be released book, and there may be a couple of other surprises in store as well. So stay tuned over the coming weeks!
Filed Under // Books, Church History, Daniel Hyde, Reformed
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February 17, 2010
February 15, 2010
Are You Being Served?
When you gather together on the Lord’s Day are you being served or do you come to do the serving? Consider this excerpt from Michael Horton’s Christless Christianity: The Alternative Gospel of the American Church
The church has a very narrow commission. It is not called to be an alternative neighbourhood, circle of friends, political action committee, social club, or public service agency; it is called to deliver Christ so clearly and fully that believers are prepared to be salt and light in the worldly stations to which God has called them. Why should a person go through all the trouble of belonging to a church and showing up each Sunday if God is the passive receiver and we are the active giver? It’s like being expected to look forward to Christmas when you are always giving but never receiving any gifts…
When Jesus wrapped a towel around his waist and began washing the disciples’ feet, Peter was confused and asked, “‘Lord, do you wash my feet?’ Jesus answered him, ‘What I am doing you do not understand now, but afterward you will understand’” (John 13:6-7; emphasis added). Afterward? After what? Jesus is referring to his ultimate act of service at Golgotha, which Peter so often rebuked Jesus for talking about as they were nearing Jerusalem. Peter was ready for action: a coronation or a revolution, but not Jesus’s crucifixtion. True to character, Peter protested, “‘You shall never wash my feet.’ Jesus answered him, ‘If I do not wash you, you have no share with me’” (v.8).
Not only once upon a time, on a hill far away, but each week the Son of God comes to serve us. We may protest. We may think that it is we who need to serve God rather than vice versa. Nevertheless, Jesus tells us as he told Peter that this is actually an insult, a form of pride. We are the ones who need to be bathed, clothed, and fed, not God.
Filed Under // Books, Church, Gospel, Means of Grace, Michael Horton, Ministry
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February 9, 2010
R.C. Sproul's Most Influential Books
Ligonier Ministries have posted R. C. Sproul’s 16 most influential books:
1. The Freedom of the Will, Edwards
2. The Bondage of the Will, Luther
3. Institutes of the Christian Religion, Calvin
4. God in Modern Philosophy, Collins
5. A Time for Truth, Simons
6. Charity and Its Fruits, Edwards
7. The Person of Christ, Berkhouwer
8. Gospel Fear, Burroughs
9. Gospel Worship, Burroughs
10. Institutes of Elenctic Theology (3 Vol.), Turretin
11. Principles of Conduct, Murray
12. A Christian View of Men & Things, Clark
13. Thales to Dewey, Clark
14. Here I Stand, Bainton
15. A Simple Way to Pray, Luther
16. The Coming of the Kingdom, Ridderbos
Filed Under // Books, R. C. Sproul
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How Sermons Work – A Free e-Book
David Murray has made his first ever e-Book available for free download. It is entitled, How Sermons Work – An Introduction to Sermon Preparation, and although I’ve yet to read it, from the table of contents it looks to be a helpful resource.
It’s on my to read list, why don’t you download it and tell me (and David Murray) what you think.
Filed Under // Books, David Murray, Homiletics, Preaching, Resources
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January 25, 2010
Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology – Nathan Pitchford
Nathan Pitchford has produced some really helpful material in the past (remember his work on baptism). Well, he’s now released a book entitled Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology that can be purchased or downloaded for free.
Although I’ve not read the 258 pages (I’ve only just discovered its existence minutes ago!) looking through the table of contents and skimming a couple of sections leads me to conclude that this should be another beneficial addition to Pitchford’s collection.
If you have the money, consider encouraging Nathan Pitchford by purchasing a copy of Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology.
Filed Under // Books, Covenant Theology, Dispensationalism, Nathan Pitchford, Reformed, Theology
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January 14, 2010
Final Opportunity to Win 1 of 3 Michael Horton Book Packs
In approximately 24-hours entries will close. Don’t miss your final opportunity to win 1 of 3 Michael Horton Book Packs!
Filed Under // Books, Competition, Michael Horton
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January 12, 2010
Beeke Bonanza
I’m a little behind as I have been busy with other commitments, but I’ve just finished listening to Covenant Radio’s interview of Joel R. Beeke on his book The Soul of Life: The Piety of John Calvin.
I’d encourage you to listen to the broadcast for its edification, but also because you’ll be able to take advantage of a “Beeke Bonanza.” During the show two codes are given that will allow you to purchase Beeke’s The Soul of Life: The Piety of John Calvin and his Living For God’s Glory: An Introduction to Calvinism at a discounted rate. This special is for Covenant Radio listeners only, so listen today!
Update: Please note that the offer is only valid until the 14th January!
Filed Under // Books, Calvinism, Joel Beeke, John Calvin, Reformed, Specials
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January 9, 2010
Symington's Pastoral Heart – An Example to Follow
As I said earlier this week, I’ve been reading William Symington: Penman of the Scottish Covenanters. After discussing Symington’s work, The Atonement and Intercession of Jesus Christ, Blackwood quotes Symington’s clear pastoral concern that one could read his work and only have an intellectual interest in Christ.
“Be it then the concern of all who read these pages, earnestly to seek such an interest in what the Saviour has done and is still doing…Let them not regard [these] as matters of curious speculation, or content themselves with mere doctrinal belief… They must become the subjects of saving faith…
Let not the reader, then, rise from the perusal of these pages, without seriously and conscientiously asking himself these questions: – Am I interested in the atonement and intercession of Jesus Christ? Have I faith in the sacrifice of the great High Priest? Has my soul been sprinkled with His precious blood? Does He plead in my behalf with the Father?… Were I called, at this moment, to recline my head on the pillow of death, could I indulge the comforting assurance that the advocate within the veil…would present on my behalf the request, ‘Father, I will that they also, whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am’ [John 17:24]…? These are solemn questions. Let no one neglect to put them to himself.” [This quote, although reproduced in the aforementioned book was originally found in Symington, William. The Atonement and Intercession of Jesus Christ (pp. 301-303)]
What an example to follow, not only when academic work is undertaken but even in ministry. Men, don’t deliver lectures this Lord’s Day, rather preach Christ from all the Scriptures!
Filed Under // Books, Gospel, Ministry, Preaching, Quotes, William Symington
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