Reviews by Martin Justice
Bound Together
On 5/3 Martin Justice wrote: I had the opportunity to review Bound Together: How We Are Tried to Others in Good and Bad Choices by Chris Brauns. Brauns weaves an idea called The Principle of the Rope throughout the book. What is the principle? Simply: we are bound to other people, who represent and determine identity. The principle ... Roped In to Bound Together
Seven Men
On 4/20 Martin Justice wrote: Metaxas has done it again. Eric Metaxas, in his new book 7 Men provides a portrait of seven men who have shaped history. These seven men and Metaxas make eight men for whom we should be very grateful. In the introduction Metaxas encourages one to have heroes? Who are your heroes? At the time of ... 8 Lionhearted Men
gods at war
On 4/3 Martin Justice wrote: The Battle’s Won April 3, 2013 in Uncategorized (Edit) In Ken Idleman’s God’s at War: Defeating the Idols that Battle for Your Heart, write’s of the battle of the heart. Idleman starts with an intriguing statement: “Idoltary isn’t an issue; it is the issue.” Biblical counseling will often ... The Battle's Won
Who Do You Think You Are?
On 3/26 Martin Justice wrote: Doctrine of Image March 26, 2013 in Uncategorized (Edit) We are a society of images – obsessed with what we look like, what we think we look like and what we feel like we look like. We pick a mate based more on looks that on character. We spend money, time and significant energy to maintain image. ... Doctrine of Image
Tyndale
On 12/15 Martin Justice wrote: I was interested in this book given a recent interest in different periods of Christian history. If you are looking for detailed information about the man William Tyndale, this book may prove to be less than helpful. However, a lot of information about Tyndale is not available, evidently. The authoer ... A Man of Conviction
Real Marriage
On 1/2 Martin Justice wrote: If you are looking for an honest view of marriage from a solid, respected, grounded couple, Mark and Grace Driscoll’s Real Marriage: The Truth about Sex, Friendship & Life Together is the place to go. The first part of the book cover topics ranging from friendship in marriage and the roles of each ... An Honest Look at Marriage
Nearing Home
On 12/6 Martin Justice wrote: My take away from this book is twofold: 1) Finish well. Dr. Graham gives us an inside look at his experience of growing old. I especially appreciate his honest reflections of depression and loneliness experienced by many in later years. It is a timely message for a culture with an increasingly old ... Respect
Healing Is a Choice
On 11/18 Martin Justice wrote: Healing is a choice. God’s choice. Statements like these fill the pages of this book and one must acknowledge that one's emotional healing is within the sovereign work of God. The beauty of the sovereignty of God is that we are also given true freedom and Arterburn points us to true freedom. Yet, ... An Ounce of Gospel
The Band that Played On
On 11/11 Martin Justice wrote: The story of the Titanic is one that has engaged every generation since its occurrence. It’s a story that all can relate to in some way: dreams of a new land, hopes of a relaxing holiday on the sea. What is most compelling about this story is it defies the instincts of most. The challenge with the ... The Band that Played
Love & Respect
On 2/16 Martin Justice wrote: I have often thought about getting Love and Respect, and was glad for the opportunity to read it, especially have a respected pastor recommended it. I will admit that I went into the book somewhat skeptical and was ready to put the book on the shelf after the first half. My greatest challenge for the ... Our Greatest Need
Slave
On 1/8 Martin Justice wrote: To what or to whom are you enslaved? The reality is that everyone lives for something and in pursuit of something. Much of our decisions and our emotional responses to situations in life are directly related to what you live for. John MacArthur seeks to redeem language of being a slave and challenges ... Enslaved
The King's Christmas List
On 9/21 Martin Justice wrote: Emma and her dog, Shu Shu begin a Christmas adventure as Emma contemplates the true meaning of Christmas. What can she give a King? The adventure leads her to several needy families and individuals and Emma is moved with compassion and gives some of her most prized possessions. The plot was somewhat ... Complicated plot, good message