Read Any Good Books Lately?

OldDad · Wed Sep 04, 2002 - 19:13:56

O.K., it's been a couple of weeks. What are you reading, now?

I typically keep about 4-5 books going at once - a couple by the bed, at least one in the briefcase for downtime at work, and a couple in "places" where some folks read the newspaper. :) I like to take my time with a book, but I've managed to finish a couple in the past week...

Alive for the First Time by David Needham is a sequel to Birthright which was the book other than the Bible itself that moved me toward grace-centeredness. I found Alive... for a couple of dollars on a bargain shelf at a Family Bookstore, so I'm sure it's still available.

A Divine Invitation by Steve McVey is a wonderful teaching on the furious love God has for His children. McVey is the author of Grace Walk, Grace Rules, and Grace Land.

OD

marc · Thu Jun 27, 2002 - 20:47:58

There were some particular passages in the last couple of chapters that made me think about party disputes within Christianity. The difficulty of humans implementing lofty ideals is a familiar one. I've been considering writing a longer post on this subject, and may do so tonight or tomorrow when I have more time.

OldDad · Mon Aug 12, 2002 - 12:15:43

Thanks Arkstfan for reviving this thread. I had almost forgotten it existed...

I typically keep three or four books going at once. Lately I've been into...

Birthright by David Needham, a theology professor from Oregon. An older book focusing on Christian identity and the quest for meaning.

2000 Years of Charismatic Christianity by Eddie Hyatt. A look at church history from a Pentecostal/Charismatic perspective.

Ava's Man by Rick Bragg. A memoir from this Pulitzer prize winner about the grandfather he never knew. Not a "Christian" book per se, but it is one of the best books I have ever read.

OD

janine · Tue Oct 08, 2002 - 08:37:26

Anyone read C.S. Lewis' The Dark Tower? Interdimensional travel, that creepy Stingingman, shudder...

susieface · Thu Jun 13, 2002 - 10:42:02

The last 2 books I have read recently(christian) is

"How to Build a Church" by Bob Russell (good practical ideas)
"A Church That Flies" by Tim Woodruff (excellent)

"Forgiven Forever" by Joe Beam is one of my absolute favorites. I bought about 3 yrs. ago and have reread it many times. I also love "Daring to Dance" by Jeff Walling.

I need to buy "Radical Restoration" by F. LaGard-Smith. Is it good?

Susie

julie danley · Wed Jun 19, 2002 - 16:34:30

Marc, I have not read John Mark Hicks book...Come to the Table but attended his class on that subject at the Zoe conference in Nashville last fall. John Mark and I grew up together...neighboring congregations whose youth did a great deal together. The class in Nashville was a wonderful experience. He has so much insight. Can I suggest another book about communion? It is old but powerful and I don't know if it is still in print...William Willimon's Sunday Dinner. You will never think about it the same again. grace, Julie

marc · Wed Jun 26, 2002 - 08:18:11

I've been circling McCullough's John Adams book in bookstores for some time now, but every time I look at the price I think "well, maybe it will eventually be out in softcover". I think, though, that my current reading of Founding Brothers is going to force me to give in and buy the book.

Mon Aug 12, 2002 - 06:44:40

I just got through reading Gary DeMar's End Times Fiction. I think it pretty much tore up the "Left Behind" series of books that are so popular these days.

patriciaredstone · Wed Oct 09, 2002 - 11:57:02

I'm reading Barabbas by Par Lagerkvist, Vintage Publishing. It was first released in 1951 and has been recently released in a new translation. With the fashionable trend in biblical fiction I feel the need to read some of the old biblical fiction to compare. Barrabbas is a beautiful book! Like Victor Hugo, Lagerkvist (nobel Prize for Literature in 1951) fleshes out both body and soul with graceful nuance. It is short. Only about 150 pages. I plan to finish it today.

Rocketman · Thu Jun 13, 2002 - 15:50:28

I'm in the middle of "Fresh Wind Fresh Fire" by Jim Cymbala. Its very good. Very convicting as to the importance of prayer.

I recently read both the "The Church That Flies" by Tim Woodroof and "Radical Restoration" by LaGard Smith. I thought they were both very interesting, good books.

Woodroof and Smith are cousins as referenced by Smith in the book and Smith indicates they disagree in their approach to the changes needed in the church. But in my opinion they are much closer to agreement than they realize. They both present some compelling arguments.

MASouth · Wed Jun 19, 2002 - 05:53:15

I have read much of F. Lagard Smith's Radiacal Restoration and I like it. I have not finished it because I misplaced it somewhere and I am still looking for it.

I have read Sodom's Second Coming, Who is My Brother? and Crystal Lies.

What I like about Lagard is his points are well constructed with much evidence of Bible study.

MaSouth

bobbyV · Wed Jun 26, 2002 - 15:53:51

Marc I am like you about the price. But I was given John Adams by John Mark Hicks so I did not have to buy it. As for Ellis' Founding Brothers that is an outstanding read as well. I believe he won a pulitzer for that work.

Another great book that is now in paper back is Jacques Barzun's From Dawn to Decadence: 500 Years of Western Cultural Life, 1500 to Present. This is an incredibly rich work.

His Mark +
Bobby Valentine
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susieface · Mon Aug 12, 2002 - 06:35:48

Ark,
What Would Jesus Do Today? is a very good book. You will enjoy it. I read it sometime back and need to reread it. It doesn't get too academic.

Susie

patriciaredstone · Wed Oct 09, 2002 - 11:59:58

[!--QuoteBegin--][/span][table border=\"0\" align=\"center\" width=\"95%\" cellpadding=\"3\" cellspacing=\"1\"][tr][td]Quote (Guest @ Oct. 08 2002,10:19)[/td][/tr][tr][td id=\"QUOTE\"][!--QuoteEBegin--]I've heard that "Celebration of Discipline" by Foster is good.
Found a used hardcover 20th anniversary edition online, cost me $8.48 total. Better than $22 plus tax from the local bookstore. Just hope it's not too over my head. Anyone here read it? Thoughts?

Saw a book not long ago by somebody McNutt - CoC preacher, I think -- semi-autobiographical, but also included little inspirational and humorous pieces. All I recall of the title is the last part ...
"... and Biblical Briefs" -- I wondered if it was about underwear in Bible times.
:D[/quote]
JTH,

You should be able to read Foster with no trouble. Enjoy!

McNutt is an oldie! Is it J. B. McNutt? I think he wrote sermon outline books.

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