books about: preacher     books:       Godless: How an Evangelical Preacher Became One of America's Leading Atheists27 reviews Dan Barker Ulysses Press, 2008 godless for Christians I just finished reading the book "godless" by Dan Barker, and was extremely impressed. Here is my review of his book. Barker grew up smack in the middle of the evangelical movement. From a young age he was an enthusiastic follower of Christ and leader in evangelism to the unsaved. He lead missionary trips to Mexico, he wrote songs and plays that were published and widely distributed by Manna ...             Preacher Vol. 6: War in the Sun24 reviews Garth Ennis Vertigo, 1999 Definitely the most action packed Preacher The 6th installement in the 9 volume Preacher series, definitely the most action packed Preacher of them all. Garth Ennis(Punisher, Hellblazer, Hitman) and Steve Dillon(Punisher, Supreme Power:Nighthawk) did a great job, tanks, guns, blood, and violence, what more would you want. The book starts with an origin story about Starr, telling us about how he got involved with the Grail, and how he ...             Preacher Vol. 4: Ancient History31 reviews Garth Ennis Vertigo, 1998 Stellar Series The Preacher series is a "must have" for any collector of stories who likes a little extreme in their fantasy. Some of the greatest lines and characters are put forth by the incredible team of Ennis and Dillon. If one suspends disbelief on one's own feelings about God and the devil, one can enjoy lightheartedly this tale of servitude...or something.             Preacher Vol. 1: Gone to Texas99 reviews Garth Ennis Vertigo, 1996 Ennis & Dillon at their best (still!) Sometimes you reread titles and are disappointed. Other times, they've not faded at all. As much as I enjoy all..er... most of Ennis and Dillon's collaborations, they've never topped Preacher. Any single volume of Preacher makes for a self-contained read, but this, the first in the series, is still the best. Jesse and his band of merry pals are all introduced and the overall plot ('find God') ...             Preacher Vol. 7: Salvation21 reviews Garth Ennis Vertigo, 1999 the weakest in the series Salvation is the weakest of the nine collections, but that isn't to say it is bad in any way, it's still a darn good book (and really, it is only weak compared to its own work, and not that much weaker). The real problem is that for a while we are taken completely out of Jesse's quest to find God. And Tulip and Cassady are both missing. Maybe for a one shot it would have worked, but we were too ...             Preacher Vol. 8: All Hell's A-Coming20 reviews Garth Ennis Vertigo, 2000 Leads up to the incredible finale This collected volume, which leads up to the incredible finale of the Preacher series, finds Tulip leaving her new life of booze, drugs, and Cassidy to try to get her life back together. After that (and a rousing backstory on Tulip's childhood and her meeting with Amy), she and Jesse are re-united proving one of Preacher's many themes: love is stronger than death. The best parts of All Hell's ...             Sisterhood of Faith: 365 Life-Changing Stories about Women Who Made a Difference5 reviews Shirley Brosius Howard Books, 2006 This Book Surprised Me At first glance, I thought this was just another devotional book written by the women on the cover. It surprised me that it is not a devo but a collection of inspirational short stories, written by the author, about women who have made -- some who are making -- a difference in the world. Then I discovered the alphabetical order of names, making it an easy reference to locate a woman and read ...             Preacher Vol. 5: Dixie Fried23 reviews Garth Ennis Vertigo, 1998 superb Ah, at last, back on track and back to the high quality we missed in vol 3.             Preacher Vol. 3: Proud Americans25 reviews Garth Ennis Vertigo, 1997 All I can say is wow! Another masterpeice by the team of writer Garth Ennis(an Iraish crazed, yet genious writer)and artist Steve Dillon(Ennis's partner in crime, also a little insane, in a good way). These two have put together yet another blood filled, violent, bizzare, and funny masterpeice. The third installment to the 9 volume Preacher series, that follows Jesse Custer, a former preacher who have lost his faith, ...             Preacher Vol. 2: Until the End of the World42 reviews Garth Ennis Vertigo, 1997 even better Vol 2 might just be better than volume one. I mean, there is great art, and we dive into Jesse's past--and that is a great story line. And then there is the Grail. This is great stuff.             Why I Became an Atheist: A Former Preacher Rejects Christianity21 reviews John W. Loftus Prometheus Books, 2008 A trained theologian takes on the theologians John Loftus is not only a former preacher as the title says, but a trained theologian with advanced degrees. He spent enormous amounts of time learning and perfecting the philosophical arguments that he would later come to refute with this book. This book is not for the faint of heart; this book takes on the very arguments the Christian apologists and theologians have been using to, in their ...             The Preacher and the Presidents: Billy Graham in the White House29 reviews Nancy Gibbs, Michael Duffy Center Street, 2008 Fascinating Look at Graham's Influence on the Presidency If you like American history, politics, or Billy Graham (or all three), you will love this book! The Preacher and the Presidents tells the story of Billy Graham's relationship with eleven presidents (from Harry Truman to George W. Bush). Nancy Gibbs and Michael Duffy have given us a book filled with meticulous research that will serve as a guide for evangelicals who seek to enter the murky waters ...             Preacher Vol. 9: Alamo35 reviews Garth Ennis Vertigo, 2001 Flashback I was waiting to finish reading all 1-9 Volumes before creating my review. This is basically one of the best written comics ever. I love it!!! I will miss it, I wish the story never ended! "Till we meet again Pilgrim."             Preaching & Preachers10 reviews D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones Zondervan, 1972 BEST BOOK ON PREACHING Lloyd Jones book on preaching is the best I have read. Of the over 50 books that I have read on preaching, his book is definitely the best. This book is not necessarily a how-to, its more a philosophy book - something that preachers today need to think more about. Too many are concerned with the method and not the man. Being the right man, filled with the anointing, is crucial before you can ...             Nelson's Annual Preacher's Sourcebook, 2009 Edition1 review Robert J. Morgan Thomas Nelson, 2008 Not a lectionary resource This is a great resource and includes not only 52 sermons along with worship aids, but also cross-references these sermons by topic and by scripture. The nourishment tips for pastors, stats, stories, and more, and the bulletin aids (information on this date in History) are very helpful and informative. Music suggestions include contemporary music as well as a few older hymns. Examples: For ...             Annie's People, Vols. 1-3 (The Preacher's Daughter, The Englisher, and The Brethren)12 reviews Beverly, Lewis Bethany House, 2006 Beverly Lewis #1 As long as she writes I will read it. She takes my heart back to Pennsylvania. It is wunderful gut.             First Mountain Man: Preacher's Showdown (The First Mountain Man)1 review William W. Johnstone, J.A. Johnstone Pinnacle, 2008 Westerns My son loves these books. They keep him reading and that's my purpose in buying them             The Preacher's Daughter (Annie's People #1)39 reviews Beverly, Lewis Bethany House Publishers, 2005 A wonderfully interesting tale Annie Zook, the daughter of an Amish preacher has long maintained a forbidden secret - she loves to draw and to paint, art forms forbidden amongst her people. Louisa Stratford is the daughter of a successful Colorado lawyer, always having all the money she could possibly want, but knowing that there is something missing from her life. Pen pals since childhood, Annie and Louisa will come to rely ...             The Spiritual Wisdom of the Gospels for Christian Preachers And Teachers: Eating With the Bridegroom: Year B4 reviews John Shea Liturgical Press, 2005 Gospel Reflections with Practical Applications John Shea's excellent guide to the Year C Sunday Gospels is marked by the author's training as a theologian and his gifts as an author and storyteller. Although the title identifies the audience as Christian preachers and teachers, this resource is a must-have for all who wish to delve deeper into the Sunday gospels. The section for each Sunday is headed by the Lectionary title, gospel ...             Preacher's Pursuit (The First Mountain Man) William W. Johnstone, J.A. Johnstone Pinnacle, 2009 The mountains are brimming with the lure of fortunes - from gold to a booming fur trade. A man at home in this once pristine wilderness, Preacher knows there is no turning back civilization now. What he doesn't know is that beyond the plans of some men is a deadly enemy with far more dangerous designs...With vengeance-hungry criminals shadowing his every move, Preacher meets a beautiful woman working to bring a rail line to a remote settlement. ...              search for books a-coming, america, americans, ancient, atheist, atheists, brethren, bridegroom, changing, christian, christianity, daughter, difference, edition, englisher, evangelical, leading, life-changing, mountain, preacher, preachers, preaching, presidents, pursuit, salvation, showdown, sisterhood, sourcebook, spiritual, teachers books:    Kindle - Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device This is the future of book reading. I have used it and love it! randomly chosen book: Russian Mystics (Cistercian Studies Series) leave a comment home  impressum - about us