Book, Book, Book

Three quick reviews today.

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God’s Secretaries: The Making of the King James Bible

Adam Nicolson

This is one difficult book to read, but it is informative.  Lent to me by a member at Lebanon Road (with the warning that it was “a rough read”), this book gives a biographical sketch of several of those who played a role in translating the King James Version of the Bible.  It is an historical book, focusing on the time in which this great volume was written.

Though it is tough to get through, this book really gives one major point: it is amazing, considering the personalities involved, that this book was ever finished!  The author is, admittedly, not a believer in Christ.  I think that comes through in a handful of ways and makes for some negative connotations with the book.

If you decide to read this one, have a dictionary and a very large caffeinated drink handy!

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Who Knew?

Andy Kizer

The latest volume from Riddle Creek Publishing, Who Knew? is a study of God’s providence.  Through the 13 lessons, designed for Bible class use, the reader is led through many accounts in the Bible that show God working “behind the scenes.”

One of the unique features of this book is Kizer’s introductory material to many chapters.  He takes a more modern event (the Wright Brothers) and compares it to a Biblical hero (Noah and the ark).  This makes the book more reader-friendly.

Deeply grounded in Scripture, students will be left with much material to build their faith in this great doctrine.  Preachers can find a lot of material to preach in this book as well.

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How to Make Your Life Count

Dr. Dennis Jones

Jones, the president of Heritage Christian University, published this book in 2007.  It is a very uplifting and encouraging read that will help you see that you do matter!

In his typical way, Dennis Jones is upbeat and helpful with everything in the book.  This book is very simple to read and brief (less than 110 pages).  There are eight major chapters with the eight principles to help you make your life meaningful.

This book makes a simple read for devotional thoughts or personal encouragement.  It would also make a good gift to someone who is trying to “find himself.”