November 17th, 2010 by Geoff Volker
One commonly hears other believers talk about being called by God to do something. This is most often used with regard to the call to be a pastor (sometimes referred to as the “call to the ministry”) or the call to be a missionary. (more…)
April 9th, 2009 by Geoff Volker
BOOK REVIEW
The Prodigal God by Timothy Keller, published by Dutton, 2008, 139 pages, clothbound.
I am not a big fan of writing a negative book review, but in this instance I am making an exception. The book Prodigal God is very popular in Calvinistic circles. And since I live in those circles I feel compelled to say a few words about the book. Tim Keller is a PCA (Presbyterian Church in America) pastor at Redeemer Presbyterian Church in downtown New York city. He is an excellent writer who is easy to read. He is a good communicator. He understands the necessity of the new heart in the life of a real believer. But having said all this I must now share my thoughts regarding his book (more…)