by Peter Masters

Hebrews 13:7 encourages us to learn from and imitate those who have gone before us. Each of us has known Christians who are now with the Lord, and whose lives, whilst here, were worthy of imitation. Church history has many more such examples, and Peter Masters introduces us to a few of men. Some names you will know, like Felix Mendelssohn and Lord Kelvin, and some you may not, but each biographical sketch in this book is informative and inspiring. Dr. Masters writes clearly and with an eye to helping his readers grow spiritually through the example set by his subjects. There is a wonderful variety in those he has chosen to set before us: Michael Faraday the scientist; Philip Bliss the hymnwriter, Henry Heinz the manufacturer, and the writer Daniel Defoe. This book is well worth reading, can be read quickly, and I believe you will find that it is exciting to read of those who, in various walks of life, have done great exploits for God.

by Tony Reinke

You need to read this book because you have a smart phone. You need to read this book because every generation of Christians needs to think through the impact of current technology on their Christian walk and witness. And then you need to read this book because it is so good. It is readable. It is convicting. It is well- research and balanced. Do you reach for your phone before you reach for your Bible? Do you imagine that you have hundreds and hundreds of “friends”? Do you think that an online community will meet the need of your soul and fill the loneliness? Is your device your idol? Oliver O’Donovan (a Scottish, Christian ethicist) writes: “This generation has the unique task assigned it of discerning what the new media are really good for, and that means, also, what they are not good for. If they fluff it, generations after them, will pay the price.” So, read this book. It will help us to be discerning and cut a straight path.

by Chris Bruno

This book is worth a read for several reasons. First, it is readable. It is crystal clear! Second, it will give you a broad overview of the story line of the Bible. Using broad strokes, it paints a picture of the Biblical story. You will see the forest, and not just the trees. It will help you to see where everything fits. Third, it will show you that we are privileged to be a part of something grand. We are involved in a plan of God that stretches over the ages and into eternity. It will take us beyond our brief little day and carry us along on the mighty river of God’s purposes. And it will do it all through the study of 16 key verses of the Bible. Give it a go, and get the big picture.