(By Matt Smethurst, The Gospel Coalition). “Books don’t change people,” John Piper observes. “Paragraphs do. Sometimes even sentences.” A good sentence is a gift. We love finding complex truth shrink-wrapped in clear, simple, memorable form. It’s why Charles Spurgeon and C. S. Lewis are dominating a newsfeed near you. Even God likes pithy statements—at least enough to breathe out…
By Matt Smethurst, The Gospel Coalition Prayer. Is there anything in the world less glamorous and more important? In his new book, Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God (Dutton), Tim Keller distills decades of experience and biblical wisdom into a theologically informed, practically shaped guide for life on our knees. Blending sociological, theological, devotional,…
By Matt Smethurst, The Gospel Coalition Genocide. Christians in areas of the Middle East that have been overrun by ISIS confirm that’s exactly the situation they’re facing. The radical group has left destruction in its wake, robbing people of their homes, money, medication, and, in some instances, their very lives. But amid this persecution there…
By Matt Smethurst On My Shelf is a new feature designed to help you get to know various people through providing a behind-the-scences glimpse into their lives as readers. I corresponded with Collin Hansen, editorial director of The Gospel Coalition, about what’s currently on his nightstand, what he’s learning about following Jesus, his favorite novels and…
By Matt Smethurst On My Shelf is a new feature designed to help you get to know various people through providing a behind-the-scences glimpse into their lives as readers. I corresponded with Kathleen Nielson, director of women’s initiatives for The Gospel Coalition, about what’s currently on her nightstand, books she re-reads, what she’s learning, and more….