GOOD READS recommended by Pastor Aaron Adams.
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WAR OF WORDS – Getting to the Heart of Your Communication Struggles, by Paul David Tripp.
Talk is normal, ordinary, and seemingly unimportant, but there are few things that you do that are as important as the words you speak. What resides within your heart is what is revealed in your speech. Your words are extremely important! The book of James (3:9) reminds each of us that with the tongue we bless our Lord and Father and curse men who have been made in His likeness. Who rules over your heart? In Pastor Tripp’s book he gives you a realistic and honest perspective that is biblically based on how your words not only impact your relationship with God but have a significant impact on the lives of others. His book is not a discussion on the techniques of becoming an effective communicator. Tripp’s words come from his heart and personal struggles with learning how to communicate from the battles that arise within his heart. He reminds you throughout his book that with the grace of God you may learn about God’s plan for your daily talk and that you will be able to celebrate His grace in your life. As a result, you will see a change in your relationship with Jesus, your family, with your friends, and with those God places in your life to encourage and point to the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
“Words kill, words give life; they’re either poison or fruit – you choose.” Proverbs 18:21
CAN WE TRUST THE GOSPELS, by Peter J Williams, looks at the four Gospel accounts of Jesus Christ’s life and His teachings while He was here on earth. Pastor Aaron recommended this book recently in a sermon series. The author provides a case for the historical reliability of the Gospels, including historical evidence from non-Christian sources for cultural events also documented in the Bible. Everyone from the skeptic to the scholar will find this book provides a powerful argument in favor of believing the Gospels are trustworthy accounts about the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
THE SURPRISING GENIUS OF JESUS – What the Gospels Reveal about the Greatest Teacher by Peter J Williams, examines Jesus’ teaching of the Prodigal Son found in Luke 15 and other parables found in the Gospels. Jesus Christ is far more than a great story teller. He interacted with the biblical scholars of His day and those who came to see and hear what He had to say - everyday individuals like you and me. The crowds marveled and wondered who this might be. They were amazed that He spoke with authority, unlike the Scribes and Pharisees. He addressed the relevancy of their Old Testament scriptures and applied them to their daily lives. Jesus spoke with wisdom and in words that made clear His intentions. His teachings still speak to the hearts of men and women today. In this book Williams helps you know the truth of who Jesus is and why that matters in your day-to-day life in the 21st Century. The book is easy to read and will give you powerful insights that will enhance your relationship with Jesus, your Savior and Lord, the Creator of the universe.