1. No Little Places by Ron Klassen and John Koessler
This is an encouraging little book for pastors in small places. Good stuff!
2. Passion, Power and Purpose ed. by Joe Colson
A good reminder of the importance of preaching. Good foundational thoughts, as well as practical applications. I had the privilege of going to Israel a few years ago with Dr. Colson.
3. Ephraim's Founding Father by Paul and Frances Burton.
This is the sad but inspiring tale of Moravian pastor, Rev. A. M. Iverson, who founded the Door County village of Ephraim. I gleaned much wisdom concerning pastoral leadership from this biography. On vacation in Door County last month, I had the privilege of visiting Iverson's house, as well as his little girl's grave.
4. Gift from the Sea by Ann Morrow Lindbergh
Lindbergh, who married to the great aviator, Charles, writes deeply and beautifully. She reminds us of the call to simplicity and stillness.
5. The Last Battle by C. S. Lewis
The final book in the Chronicles of Narnia. Luke and Wes really enjoy me reading these aloud to them.
6. The Charismatic Century by Jack Hayford and S. David Moore
This is the story of the Pentecostal movement in America over the last 100 years -- an interesting study of fascinating characters. The charismatic movement certainly had it's share of kooks -- but what a revival!
7. The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson
Dickinson was a master of the English language. Most of her poetry was found in her bedroom chest by her sister after her death. Her poetry grabs my heart!
Thursday, August 31, 2006
Tuesday, August 01, 2006
July
1. An Evening in Ephesus, by Bob Emery
This is a dramatic commentary on the book of Revelation -- and is by far the most interesting Bible Commentary I've ever read. Emery espouses the preterist view of eschatology -- and after reading his persuasive arguments, I thought, "Almost, thou persuadest me to become a preterist."
2. Our Jealous God by Bill Gothard.
Gothard's a bit eccentric, and the title is "put-offish" but this little book was an excellent reminder of God's holiness, and his desire for us to love Him alone.
3. Narrative of the Anti-Slavery Experience of a Minister in the Methodist Episcopal Church by Lucius Matlack.
A firsthand account of the trials experienced by a young Methodist minister. They refused to ordain him because he was "abolitionist." Consequently, Matlack joined the new "Wesleyan Methodist" movement to oppose "the sum of all villianies"
4. Out of the Deep, by Charles Kingsley.
Essays by a 19th century Anglican pastor, writer, and poet, published by his wife after his death. Good grist for sermons here!
5. Norman Vincent Peale: Minister to Millions, by Arthur Gordon
The biography of the man who inspired my "positively speaking" newspaper columns. Though somewhat dated now, I found it an inspiring read. He was often criticized for being too positive -- but that was from the folks who were much too negative. Come to think of it, Joel Osteen is the 21st Century version of Peale (with a touch of Kenneth Hagin thrown in.) I don't agree with everything Peale says (or Osteen for that matter) -- but every time you come in contact with a mega-postive person, you walk away charged up with positive juice!
6. Collected Poems, by Wendell Berry
Berry, the rural Kentucky poet, is one of my three favorites.
7. The Return of the Prodigal Son, by Henri Nouwin
This is a powerful, deep, little book based on Rembrandt's painting of Christ's parable. This one is worth a triple read!
8. Dakota, by Kathleen Norris
Finally -- a woman author!! A kind friend recently pointed out that all books on my lists are by men! I made a resolution to change that and start reading from those who use both halves of the brain. Norris speaks of life on the Dakota prairie, and the spiritual lessons she derives from understanding the "desolate" places.
This is a dramatic commentary on the book of Revelation -- and is by far the most interesting Bible Commentary I've ever read. Emery espouses the preterist view of eschatology -- and after reading his persuasive arguments, I thought, "Almost, thou persuadest me to become a preterist."
2. Our Jealous God by Bill Gothard.
Gothard's a bit eccentric, and the title is "put-offish" but this little book was an excellent reminder of God's holiness, and his desire for us to love Him alone.
3. Narrative of the Anti-Slavery Experience of a Minister in the Methodist Episcopal Church by Lucius Matlack.
A firsthand account of the trials experienced by a young Methodist minister. They refused to ordain him because he was "abolitionist." Consequently, Matlack joined the new "Wesleyan Methodist" movement to oppose "the sum of all villianies"
4. Out of the Deep, by Charles Kingsley.
Essays by a 19th century Anglican pastor, writer, and poet, published by his wife after his death. Good grist for sermons here!
5. Norman Vincent Peale: Minister to Millions, by Arthur Gordon
The biography of the man who inspired my "positively speaking" newspaper columns. Though somewhat dated now, I found it an inspiring read. He was often criticized for being too positive -- but that was from the folks who were much too negative. Come to think of it, Joel Osteen is the 21st Century version of Peale (with a touch of Kenneth Hagin thrown in.) I don't agree with everything Peale says (or Osteen for that matter) -- but every time you come in contact with a mega-postive person, you walk away charged up with positive juice!
6. Collected Poems, by Wendell Berry
Berry, the rural Kentucky poet, is one of my three favorites.
7. The Return of the Prodigal Son, by Henri Nouwin
This is a powerful, deep, little book based on Rembrandt's painting of Christ's parable. This one is worth a triple read!
8. Dakota, by Kathleen Norris
Finally -- a woman author!! A kind friend recently pointed out that all books on my lists are by men! I made a resolution to change that and start reading from those who use both halves of the brain. Norris speaks of life on the Dakota prairie, and the spiritual lessons she derives from understanding the "desolate" places.
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