Reviews by David LaDuke
The Chronological Guide to the Bible
On 3/15 David LaDuke wrote: The Chronological Guide to the Bible, published by Thomas Nelson publishing is an excellent biblical resource. It compares favorably to other Bible handbooks such as Haley's. The difference is the focus on chronology rather than book by book synopsis. Based on the Chronological Study Bible, it offers ... Chronological Guide to the Bible
The Selfless Gene
On 2/23 David LaDuke wrote: Living with God and Darwin is the subtitle of the book The Selfless Gene by Charles Foster. This book is less about the debate between evolutionists and creationists than it is about the problem of pain and suffering. As each side advances it's position it becomes clear that pain and suffering are a ... The Selfless Gene by Charles Foster
The Liturgical Year
On 12/14 David LaDuke wrote: The Liturgical Year by Joan Chittister is part of the Ancient Practices Series published by Thomas Nelson. I looked forward to reading this book because of my interest in spiritual formation and my interest in learning more about the church calendar. I am Protestant and the author is speaking from a ... The Liturgical Year by Joan Chittister
Finding Purpose Beyond Our Pain
On 11/5 David LaDuke wrote: Pain and suffering offer possibly the biggest challenge to our faith. Why does God allow us to experience pain? Paul Meier and David Henderson provide answers to our questions about pain in their new book Finding Purpose Beyond Our Pain. Meier and Henderson consider seven of our most common struggles, ... Finding Pain Beyond Our Purpose
Green
On 10/15 David LaDuke wrote: Green by Ted Dekker is book zero of the Circle series that originally began with Black. You read that right, Green is book zero. It serves as both the beginning and the end of the Circle series. For those who are new to the series, it serves as the beginning. For those who have read all three; Black, ... Green by Ted Dekker
Called to Worship
On 9/14 David LaDuke wrote: There are many books on worship available, but few take the approach Vernon Whaley takes in his new book Called To Worship. The biblical foundations of our response to God's call is the subtitle that hints to the contents inside. It is not a verse by verse exposition of scriptures that address worship. ... Called to Worship, Vernon M. Whaley
Fearless
On 9/8 David LaDuke wrote: "Imagine your life without fear" is the premise of Max Lucado's new book Fearless. Max reminds us that while fear can be healthy, as it is an indicator that something is wrong, fear can also lead us to sin. Fear doesn't have to fill our hearts, God has not given us a spirit of fear. God gives us the ... Fearless, Max Lucado
The Expanded Bible
On 8/23 David LaDuke wrote: The New Expanded Bible published by Thomas Nelson Publishing, is a unique reading New testament that is also a study Bible. Confused? Don’t be. This New Century Version Bible is suitable for reading but also has study helps within the text to guide the reader into a greater understanding of the words ... The Expanded Bible, NCV
Real Church
On 7/16 David LaDuke wrote: Larry Crabb is no longer interested in church. In his new book, Real Church, Larry is on a mission to find the kind of church that will help him fight. He writes; “I’m fighting a battle for my life that most churches don’t help me fight.” That battle is the battle between being addicted to self ... Real Church by Larry Crabb
The Hole in Our Gospel
On 6/23 David LaDuke wrote: God dragged Richard Stearns kicking and screaming into the presidency of World Vision. The experience is documented in his book The Hole In Our Gospel. Part personal memoir, part missions activism, this is a wonderful book that encourages us to bring balance to our faith by getting involved in the plight ... The Hole In Our Gospel
Nelson's Illustrated Guide to Religions
On 5/11 David LaDuke wrote: Nelson’s Illustrated Guide to Religions by James A. Beverley published by Thomas Nelson is an excellent resource on all things concerning religion. It covers over 200 religions, sects and cults, everything from Baha’i to Witchcraft. It also includes coverage of all three branches of Christianity; ... Nelson’s Illustrated Guide to Religions
The American Patriot's Bible
On 4/28 David LaDuke wrote: The American Patriot’s Bible is possibly the first study Bible I have seen where the study notes shed no light on the actual scripture. This Bible is beautifully done. Color glossy pages are interspersed within the book. The typeface makes this NKJV version attractive and easy to read. There are over ... American Patriot's Bbile
The Noticer
On 4/27 David LaDuke wrote: This book of inspiration and wisdom is about a man named “Jones” who calls himself a “Noticer.” The narrator of the story shares his encounter with Jones and how his wisdom changed his life. Along the way we discover others in the small southern beach town who have had their lives changed for ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews
Christianity in Crisis: The 21st Century
On 4/13 David LaDuke wrote: Hank Hanegraaff's book Christianity in Crisis 21st Century (Thomas Nelson, 2009) takes on a group of people who may pose a greater threat to Christianity than atheists. The Faith Movement, as described in his book, is led by such luminaries as Joel Osteen, Joyce Meyer, T.D Jakes, Benny Hinn and others ... Christianity in Crisis 21st century by Hank Hanegraaff