| BETHANY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SEATTLE WA |
|
Bethany Briefs February 2008
New Library Books
|
 The Cost of Discipleship* by Dietrich BonhoefferThe Cost of Discipleship compels the reader to face himself and God in any situation. Bonhoeffer speaks of “Cheap Grace”: preaching forgiveness without requiring repentance, baptism without church discipline, communion without confession. “Cheap Grace” is grace without discipleship. “Costly Grace” is the gospel which must be sought again and again, the gift which must be asked for, the door at which man must knock. “It’s costly because it costs a man his life, and it is grace because it gives a man the only true life.” God in the Dark* by Os Guinness  To really trust God “beyond a shadow of a doubt,” it helps if you first understand the nature of doubt itself. In this encouraging book, Dr. Guinness puts a face on doubt and examines it from every angle to expose its dangers—and its value—and help you through those dark times when your faith is challenged.Spiritual Classics & Devotional Classics by R. Foster & J. Smith, Editors  These anthologies, edited by Richard Foster and others, include classic devotional works by a variety of writers (ie, Saint Augustine, Martin Luther, Søren Kierkegaard). They are a must-read for anyone seeking variety and depth in their personal devotions. Each selection includes a reading from a significant Christian writer, a scripture reading, discussion questions, suggested spiritual exercises, and a bibliography of other writings to pursue. They can be easily adapted for use in groups.*Book descriptions from Christian Book Distributors (www.christianbook.com). Other New Books in the Library
|
|