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Recommended Books
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Featured Book
Can We Trust the Gospels?
Investigating the Reliability of
Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
by Mark D. Roberts
My newest book comes out in June.
You can pre-order it now from Amazon.
My Other Books
No Holds Barred
Dare to Be True
Jesus Revealed
After "I Believe"
Commentary on Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther
Other Recommended Books
Past featured books still well worth reading
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Featured Book
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Can We Trust the Gospels? Investigating the Reliability of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
From amazon.com: Attacks on the historical reliability of the Gospels—especially their portrayal of Jesus Christ—are nothing new. But are these attacks legitimate? Is there reason to doubt the accuracy of the Gospels? By examining and refuting some of the most common criticisms of the Gospels, author Mark D. Roberts explains why we can indeed trust the Gospels, nearly two millennia after they were written. Lay readers and scholars alike will benefit from this accessible book, and will walk away confident in the reliability of the Gospels.
Praise for Can We Trust the Gospels?
"With a pastor's insight but a scholar's critical acumen Mark provides for us a very readable guide answering the question--- Can we Trust the Gospels? Clearly written and convincing in its carefully presented argument, I am happy to commend this volume to one and all, and especially to those who have been shaken by the recent 'revelations'
about the Gnostic Jesus."
- Dr. Ben Witherington III, Professor of New Testament, Asbury Theological Seminar, author of many books, including What Have They Done with Jesus?
"Quick! Buy a copy of this book for every thinking young Christian who wonders if the Gospels present reliable information about Jesus. What FF Bruce did for my generation of students, Mark Roberts has done for the current generation. This book will sit on my desk and any student who asks if our Gospels are reliable will be given the book – and then I’ll buy another copy for the next student."
- Scot McKnight, Karl A. Olsson Professor in Religious Studies, North Park University, author of several books, including The Jesus Creed
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My Books
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Can We Trust the Gospels? Investigating the Reliability of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
From amazon.com: Attacks on the historical reliability of the Gospels—especially their portrayal of Jesus Christ—are nothing new. But are these attacks legitimate? Is there reason to doubt the accuracy of the Gospels? By examining and refuting some of the most common criticisms of the Gospels, author Mark D. Roberts explains why we can indeed trust the Gospels, nearly two millennia after they were written. Lay readers and scholars alike will benefit from this accessible book, and will walk away confident in the reliability of the Gospels.
Praise for Can We Trust the Gospels?
"With a pastor's insight but a scholar's critical acumen Mark provides for us a very readable guide answering the question--- Can we Trust the Gospels? Clearly written and convincing in its carefully presented argument, I am happy to commend this volume to one and all, and especially to those who have been shaken by the recent 'revelations'
about the Gnostic Jesus."
- Dr. Ben Witherington III, Professor of New Testament, Asbury Theological Seminar, author of many books, including What Have They Done with Jesus?
"Quick! Buy a copy of this book for every thinking young Christian who wonders if the Gospels present reliable information about Jesus. What FF Bruce did for my generation of students, Mark Roberts has done for the current generation. This book will sit on my desk and any student who asks if our Gospels are reliable will be given the book – and then I’ll buy another copy for the next student."
- Scot McKnight, Karl A. Olsson Professor in Religious Studies, North Park University, author of several books, including The Jesus Creed
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No Holds Barred: Wrestling with God in Prayer
How the Psalms help us to pray with greater honesty and intensity.
“This inspiring book is an invitation to bold, honest, and passionate communication with God. . . . Mark reminds us of the astounding freedom in prayer we find throughout the Psalms, and encourages us to take advantage of that freedom." - Matt Redman, songwriter, author, worship leader |
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Jesus Revealed: Know Him Better to Love Him Better
A careful biblical, theological investigation of the names and titles of Jesus, with lots of personal application and inspiration.
"Mark Roberts wants us to know Jesus more clearly. He succeeds tenderly, thoughtfully, and elegantly. His gifts are uncommon: a scholar's mind, a pastor's heart, and a preacher's sense of vivid illustration. As I read, I took notes, laughed out loud, and wiped a few tears from my eyes. Jesus Revealed is a feast for the soul!" - Ben Patterson, chaplain, Westmont College, and author of several books |
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Dare to Be True: Living in the Freedom of Complete Honesty
A biblical study with plenty of practical challenges
"It is my passionate prayer that God will use this book to save thousands of relationships, marriages, small groups, and churches from the destructive damage of dishonesty. If you want to move beyond superficial relationships and develop real fellowship with other believers, study this book with others, then put the principles into practice, because there is no community without candor!" - Rick Warren, pastor of Saddleback Church, author of The Purpose-Driven Life |
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Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther
This is a commentary in the Preacher's Commentary series, though the commentary was written for lay teachers as well as clergy. Takes a historical/literary approach with implications for today's living.
"Roberts has provided a valuable service to pastor and student alike. He addresses the thornier problems of Ezra and Nehemiah; all the while using them as a practical text for training Christian leaders." -- Tod Bolsinger, pastor of San Clemente Presbyterian Church |
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After "I Believe": Experiencing Authentic Christian Living
A basic introduction to the Christian life.
"This is a book that I have been yearning for many years. A book for all Christians in that all true believers yearn for more real spiritual teaching to edify." -- Gale Stevens, Amazon customer review
"This is a great book. It provides a basic overview of what I'd call the "how's and why's" of daily Christian life." -- David Gannon, Amazon customer review |
Other Recommended Books
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It Takes a Church to Raise a Christian: How the Community of God Transforms Lives, by Tod Bolsinger
This award-winning book
envisions the church as reflecting God's own image. Solid theology with ample practical material for church leaders. |
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The Annotated Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens, edited with notes and an introduction by Michael Patrick Hearn
This beautiful edition of Dickens's A Christmas Carol includes wonderful illustrations and extensive commentary on the text, plus a fine introduction to Dickens and the writing of A Christmas Carol. If you love this classic story, I'd urge you to treat yourself to this book. It would also make a wonderful Christmas present for the person who has everything except this fine volume. |
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Celebration of Discipline by Richard J. Foster
This recent "classic" surveys a variety of Christian disciplines and invites Christians to go deeper in their faith.
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In the Fullness of Time: A Historian Looks at Christmas, Easter, and the Early Church by Paul L. Maier
This book by a highly-regarded ancient historian offers a sane and sober examination of the historical evidence for controversial events from early Christian history.
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Praying with the Church by Scot McKnight
How did Jesus pray? How can we learn to pray from the example of Jesus and the early church? How can we grow deeper in our personal life of praying by joining with the church? Scot McKnight answers these and other questions in his engaging, readable book on prayer. Lots of insights here that will be new for most Christians. |
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The Real Mary: Why Evangelical Christians Can Embrace the Mother of Jesus by Scot McKnight
Here is a straightforward, sober examination of what the Bible actually says about the mother of Jesus. As always, McKnight exhibits solid scholarship while communicating in a wasy suited to non-specialists. This book will be especially helpful given the pending release of the film version of the birth of Jesus, The Nativity Story. |
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The Wounded Healer by Henri Nouwen
A classic treatment of ministry by one of the great Christians writers of the 20th century. |
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Unfinished Business by Greg Ogden
A clear, biblically-based, engaging discussion of what Christian ministry is really all about . . . namely, the work of all of God's people. |
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Start Here: Kingdom Essentials for Christians, by Don Williams
An introduction to the Christian life that takes seriously the kingdom message of Jesus and its contemporary relevance. A fine book for new Christians and for mature Christians who seek to live out their faith with greater impact and power. |
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