Category: Christian Book Reviews
Book Reviews from a Christian Perspective: These book reviews by Faithful Intellect will help you engage culture with faith and reason.
Our goal with book reviews is to explore the ideas and implications of the author. We share the top takeaways that shape our thinking. There will sometimes also be a critique in order to spur critical thinking and inspire further conversation. We hope that you will benefit from these insights even if you aren’t able to read the book yourself.
The books will span from new releases to Christian classics. Some will focus on Spiritual Formation. Others will focus on specific topics in culture like gender, race, politics, and economics.
In addition to Christian book reviews, we also provide reading lists to help you find your next book.
We will include links to purchase the books on Amazon where possible. When you purchase through these links, you help support the ongoing work here at Faithful Intellect.
Here are some of the books we will be reviewing this year:
- Christian Nationalism by Stephen Wolfe
- The Rise and Fall of Dispensationalism by Daniel Hummel
- Biblical Critical Theory by Christopher Watkin
- Dominion by Tom Holland
- The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory by Tim Alberta
- The Deeply Formed Life by Rich Villodas
Let us know if there are other books that you would like us to review.
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The Deconstruction of Christianity by Alisa Childers and Tim Barnett Book Review
In “The Deconstruction of Christianity,” Childers and Barnett delve into the trend of faith deconstruction within evangelical circles. They advocate for a return to biblical authority. They address the why, how, what, and who of deconstruction. They propose a process of reformation over deconstruction. However, their narrow definition and focus on authority may not fully… Read more
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The Ballot and the Bible by Kaitlyn Schiess Book Review
“The Ballot and the Bible” by Kaitlyn Schiess: 6/10. This book examines the historical use of Scripture in American politics, analyzing different eras from the Puritans to modern-day politicians like Bush, Obama, and Trump. Top takeaways are the need for a comprehensive understanding of Scripture and caution against biblical literalism. Read more
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Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer
“Practicing the Way” is the new release from John Mark Comer. The book delves into the transformative journey of discipleship. This insightful book centers around three goals: being with Jesus, becoming like Jesus, and doing what Jesus did. With advice on establishing a Rule of Life, Comer guides readers through practices such as sabbath, prayer,… Read more
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Surrender to Love by David G. Benner
“Surrender to Love” by David G. Benner explores love, surrender, fear, and transformation in Christian spirituality. The book emphasizes experiencing God’s unconditional love through vulnerability. Critiques of the book include an underemphasis on the role of the cross and atonement, as well as a need for clarity on the Holy Spirit’s role. Written from a… Read more
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Women and the Gender of God by Amy Peeler
“Women and the Gender of God” by Amy Peeler delves into theological discussions on God’s gender, disputing the notion of God the Father as inherently masculine. The book explores Mary’s role, asserting her agency in the virgin birth and challenging traditional views on gender roles. Peeler emphasizes that language about God, particularly the Father analogy,… Read more
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From Strength to Strength by Arthur C. Brooks
“From Strength to Strength” is a self-help book targeting professionals facing midlife crises. Brooks proposes a shift from a career’s first curve (fluid intelligence) to the second (crystallized intelligence), emphasizing wisdom over innovation. Key takeaways include reordering desires and prioritizing relationships. The main critique is a lack of a spiritual foundation and excessive anecdotal content.… Read more
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The Good and Beautiful You by James Bryan Smith
“The Good and Beautiful You” is the fourth book in James Bryan Smith’s Good and Beautiful series. It focuses on correcting false narratives about the self. It includes Soul Training exercises and small group discussion guides. The book emphasizes understanding one’s nature as created by God and the finality of the cross in experiencing the… Read more
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Top 10 Books We are Looking Forward to Reading in 2024
Explore our top Christian books for 2024, covering spiritual transformation, political engagement, Christian nationalism, and more. Discover valuable resources to engage culture with faith and reason. Read more