Glory in the Ordinary: Why Your Work in the Home Matters to God, by Courtney Reissig | Review by Rosa Byler
Courtney Reissig, author and now mother of three little boys, has shifted her writing focus from accidental feminism to the somewhat under-valued career of caring for a home and family. While there is nothing new about either the discussion or her conclusion (the hidden effects of homemaking are far greater than the noticeable work accomplished!) […]
Diehard Sins: How to Fight Wisely against Destructive Habits, by Rush Witt | Review by Rosa Byler
While the phrase “diehard sins” may suggest longstanding immorality, acute addiction, or some other flagrant wickedness, these are not the sort of problems Rush Witt addresses. “Destructive habits” hints at their nature; the introduction further describes these sins as subtle, respectable, acceptable, resilient, and relentless. All Christians know that sin dies hard because it is […]
Descriptions and Prescriptions: A Biblical Perspective on Psychiatric Diagnoses and Medications, by Michael R. Emlet | Review by Rosa Byler
Modern psychiatry demonstrates an unprecedented interest in diagnosing, labeling, and attempting to medicate psychological suffering (mental/emotional weaknesses and maladies), treating ailments such as depression, ADD, and others according to the latest scientific research. Many Christians are not well-equipped to respond to impressive-sounding professional knowledge and intimidating technical terms. Descriptions and Prescriptions is a short guide […]
Finding Grace in the Face of Dementia, by John Dunlop, M.D. | Book Review by Rosa Byler
Medical advances in the last century have solved many life-threatening problems and lengthened the normal lifespan in developed countries. However, the assortment of diseases classified as “neurodegenerative dementias” are on the increase, with no treatment or cure in sight. Finding Grace in the Face of Dementia is the product of one doctor’s quest for ways […]
Choosing Love in a Broken World, by Heidi Johnston | Review by Rosa Byler
Pondering weighty theological concepts is both necessary and a delight, but reviewing basic creation principles in a more uncomplicated style is also refreshing (and may be one reason adults still love children’s books). Choosing Love in a Broken World, though simply written and addressed to teenage girls, has insights on love and marriage that linger […]
Affirming God’s Image: Addressing the Transgender Question with Science and Scripture, by J. Alan Branch | Review by Rosa Byler
Language of necessity changes and develops as mankind not only fulfills the creation mandate but rediscovers ways to defy God. Today’s verbal explosion includes new gender-related terms that confirm significant and increasing interest in the subject. Although humans have been classified into two genders since Genesis 1, more options (including personal choice) are surfacing all […]
