Heart of New Testament Doctrine

“Heart of New Testament Doctrine The Resurrection Volume I” by Gary R. Habermas is a 119 page discussion of the central theme of the New Testament; the resurrection of Jesus.

               I’ve always enjoyed Mr. Habermas’ lectures and other books but often his focus is on apologetics and can sometimes be a bit on the technical side. This book is not at all technical and isn’t meant to deal with the apologetic defense of the resurrection (it does touch on this subject a little) but is rather geared towards the practical side of the resurrection. What is the importance of Jesus’ resurrection for the Christian? How does that truth affect our daily living and what other doctrines of the Christian faith are connected to the resurrection? All these questions are dealt with and discussed in this book. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.

               The book also contains some helpful questions at the end of each chapter and also section for reflection. If you want to dig deeper into the subject each chapter has a section titled “Suggested Reading” as well as a list of some of Mr. Habermas’ books at the end of the book.

Very easy to read and accessible for anyone

Highly recommended

 

You can buy it Here or Here.

We Still Believe: REAL, RAW Christian Talk

I just wanted to make a quick post about an internet radio show called “We Still Believe: REAL, RAW Christian Talk”. The hosts (Jay and The Duke) tackle all kinds of issues related to Christianity. I will say that this isn’t your Grandma’s bible hour. The show is often provocative and always thought provoking. You will find that you don’t always agree with the hosts’ perspective (I often don’t) but again it always gets you thinking.

I myself have called in on a couple of occasions (Herei s one) and was even a guest on the show. They had me on to talk about my understanding of the book of Revelation. You can hear that show Here.

 Check it out sometime but be ready to hear different ideas.

The show is live every Sunday @ 8pm EDT (Click Here)
Also Check their Facebook page Here

A Preacher's Book Shelf

Sometimes it's interesting to see what other preachers have on their book shelves. I love to browse other ministers’ shelves looking to see what they have that I might borrow or buy. It also gives me suggestions on what my library might be lacking.
If I notice that a preacher has a lot of books on history that might remind me that I don't have any or maybe very few. I might then think about expanding my library and buy some good books on history. I also ask them what history books (or any other type) they really like and think are worth buying. I know I've had many books on my shelf that I found useful but also many that I found to be simply worthless.

So I thought I might post a link to my Logos Bible Software Book Shelf. Take a look around maybe you might get some ideas about what kind of books are lacking in your library or maybe you'll see something you want to buy or borrow from a friend (Logos Books can't be borrowed).

http://www.4-14.org.uk/?mylogosbooks=b1f8c4af421dd8c0a86f2b4c72926638

If you don’t have Logos Bible Software but would like to look into getting a library you can go here.

 

A Great New Curriculum on the Life of Abraham

I’ve never been a big fan of prepackaged bible studies. I choose rather to study the text and formulate my own studies BUT I recently had the opportunity to use a new curriculum that Logos Bible Software has put out on the life of Abraham and I was pleasantly surprised.

The series is called “Abraham: Following God’s Promise”. This is a new series designed to be used as a small group study. It comes with an electronic book and a leader’s guide as well as a set of videos that can be played in Logos Bible Software 5. You can purchase the book by itself or the complete church curriculum for pastors and leaders. The curriculum comes with a bunch of downloads that include videos, handouts and slides.

This series is also a part of a bigger series called “Studies in Faithful Living Patriarchs Collection: Complete Church Curriculum (3 vols.)”.

Each of the eight chapters in the book has six sections. 1) Setting the stage, 2) A closer look, 3) Throughout the Bible, 4) Beyond the Bible, 5) Application and 6) Further reading. There’s also a wonderful bibliography at the end.

Throughout the book you’ll find pictographs that help to highlight and explain the Biblical text. There are also study questions that you’re able to type your answers and thoughts in. I feel this is a marvelous new series; this is a great book and curriculum.

I really can’t emphasize enough the fact that this isn’t just another bible study; it contains background information and further reading so you can go deeper. Once you go through this series you will have a profound understanding of the text and Abraham’s life and if you wish you can move on to a more advanced level of study by reading those books found in the “Further reading” sections or in the bibliography.

I think the series is great and recommend people buy the book and church leaders look into the whole curriculum even if you don’t want to use the study exactly as it’s laid out it will definitely help you prepare a study on the life of Abraham.

You can buy the book Here and the curriculum Here

 

 

Disclosure of Material: I received this book free from Logos Bible Software review program, which requires an honest, though not necessarily positive, review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s CFR Title 16, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”