People sometimes ask me about my influences. One person who has had a profound influence on my life and ministry is T. Austin-Sparks. Looking back on my Christian life, I’d say that Sparks has influenced me more than anyone else. Here are three of his books that I would recommend to all Christians: Prophetic Ministry We are in living in a time when many young Christians (usually “heady” ones) do not understand prophetic ministry. When they are exposed to someone... Read more

Ever since I’ve been a Christian, I’ve loved books. In fact, I never loved books until I became a believer. Oftentimes, readers ask me what books I recommend. Hence, I created my Best 100 Christian Books Ever Written list. Today, I want to feature the Best 100 Theological Works and Commentaries. All of the books are the list are from the 20th and 21st centuries. If we included those from before, the list would be too long. Enjoy.   Read more

John Lennon, founding member of The Beatles, was one of the most controversial people in America during the 60s and 70s. And he still is today. Not too long ago, a fascinating interview with Lennon from 1969 has resurfaced.  The interview was lost for around 30 years and only recently emerged. No doubt, many of you are aware of this, but in 1966, Lennon put his foot in the gluepot by making a statement published in a magazine wherein he... Read more

Alister McGrath has just written a book that I expect to become a bestseller. It’s called C.S. Lewis – A Life: Eccentric Genius, Reluctant Prophet. C. S. Lewis is an icon in the Christian world. Even 50 years after his passing, his work continues to educate and enthrall millions of people. Lewis was a brilliant thinker. An intellectual who had a gift for writing to the right brain (think Narnia). He was an erstwhile atheist turned Christian apologist. In this... Read more

Not long ago, a reader asked my opinion on swearing/cursing/cussing/using profanity. Certain words are offensive in the hearing of much of our culture. Before someone pipes in and says, “but swear words aren’t offensive to the culture,” think again. I was a high school teacher for many years and there were words that were “offensive” and couldn’t be used by the students nor the teachers without rebuke. That hasn’t changed in most public school systems today. Further, many parents don’t... Read more

This article has been edited and now appears in my limited-edition Titan. Read more

Prove it! by Derek Turner Charlotte, NC The eyes of the world are on my city. At least until the next tragic event happens and the media scurry off like a pack of eight year old soccer players chasing a ball around the pitch. Charlotte is being judged. Not by God, but by the countless beliefs of individuals who have every right to express their opinion and then fight over it on social media. The protests in the streets are... Read more