by DRichardFerguson | Feb 7, 2021 | Book Reviews Nonfiction
My rating: 5 of 5 stars I’ve read a few Bible survey books and this is the only one I’ve ever read that was actually interesting reading. This book is very interesting reading and hard to put down. Baylis not only does a great job summarizing the message of each book...
by DRichardFerguson | Jan 18, 2021 | Book Reviews Nonfiction
My rating: 2 of 5 stars Much of this book contains weak argumentation. Leithart promotes the practice of modeling modern worship after Old Testament practices, but gives no explanation of why some practices are chosen and others rejected. Here’s an example:...
by DRichardFerguson | Dec 6, 2020 | Book Reviews Nonfiction
Very edifying book. It opened my eyes to some areas of ingratitude and entitlement in my heart that I had no idea were there, especially in the area of being thankful for God’s gifts after they have been taken away. My only complaint is on the section of how to...
by DRichardFerguson | Jul 15, 2020 | Book Reviews Nonfiction
My rating: 1 of 5 stars The author presented this book to me as a Christian book, so, regretfully, I listed it in the free Christian books section of my newsletter. I admit I did not make it very far into the book. The definition of gratitude on page 1 of the...
by DRichardFerguson | Jul 6, 2020 | Book Reviews Nonfiction
My rating: 4 of 5 stars John Own is considered by many to be among the most profound of the puritan writers, and this work was written at the end of his life. He is also known to be among the most difficult writers to read. This book does not disappoint on either...
by DRichardFerguson | Jul 6, 2020 | Book Reviews Counseling, Book Reviews Nonfiction
My rating: 5 of 5 stars The best book on depression that I’ve read so far. The numerous stories of people who suffered with depression and recovered are engaging and encouraging, and they help the non-depressed person understand what it’s like. It is a good balance...
Recent Comments