Victory Through the Lamb

Aug 24, 2014 | Book Reviews, Theology

You can hardly turn on the news or open the paper without seeing signs of the world in unrest –floods and drought, earthquakes and extreme natural disasters. Along with these headlines are Christians martyred for their faith–Iraq, Syria, Indonesia,...

Basil of Caesarea ~ A Review by Mike Tiede

Jun 15, 2014 | Book Reviews, Theology

I’ve got to be honest with you … I don’t know much about early church history. Outside of the start of the church through the Apostles, I haven’t studied or read much about our founding church fathers and their influence on church history.  As...

Salvation by Crucifixion

Apr 12, 2014 | Book Reviews, Spiritual Growth, Theology

Why is the crucifixion of Jesus the single most important event in history? In his new book, Salvation by Crucifixion, Dr. Philip Ryken answers this through seven relatively short but meaty chapters: 1. The Necessity of the Cross (Acts 2:23) 2. The Offense of the...

Living Life for God ~ John Knox & the Reformation

Mar 12, 2014 | Book Reviews, Theology, Vicki Tiede

If you have been following me for a while, you know that I enjoy a good non-fiction book.  As a teacher and homeschool family we are always looking for great faith focused books that go along with the curriculum we are using.  This week I am not just reviewing the...

God is Able ~ by Priscilla Shirer … My Review

Dec 20, 2013 | Ministry to Wives of Porn Addicts, Spiritual Growth, Theology, Women

As I read Priscilla Shirer’s new book God is Able, I couldn’t help thinking about all the women in my life who are walking through circumstances that feel overwhelming. Women trudging through the debris left when their husbands chose pornography …...

Whether You're Lost or Hiding, He Will Find You

Dec 4, 2013 | Ministry to Wives of Porn Addicts, Spiritual Growth, Theology, Vicki Tiede, Women

This Advent season I’m looking for evidence of God because, frankly, I’m discontent – I need more of Him. I suspect He needs more of me too. I can’t put my finger on whether I’ve been feeling lost or I’m hiding, but something...