The following are the best books I have read in 2023. Some may have been published, or in some cases republished in 2023, most however are older titles.
- Christianity and Liberalism Machen’s interaction with the liberalism of his day serves as a mirror to the current contemporary problems found in so-called progressive Christianity.
- The Blazing World by Jonathan Healey: As someone whose church history interests are focused on the Puritans, Healey’s work is a helpful history on the political and social upheavals that shaped early Modern England. It’s both engaging and informative.
- Justification by Thomas Schreiner: A concise but thorough treatment of the issue of justification that addresses it from both the view of biblical theology and systematic theology.
- Southern Baptist Theological Seminary 1859-2009 by Gregory Wills: The definitive history of SBTS. Moreover, in many ways this book serves as a history of the theological developments that have shaped Southern Baptists. I am in eager anticipation for Dr. Will’s forthcoming history of the Southern Baptist Convention.
- Child of Light Walking in Darkness by Thomas Goodwin: Goodwin’s work is wonderful treatment of spiritual depression and desertion.
- Finding Assurance with Thomas Goodwin by Andrew Ballitch: A helpful treatment on an important topic in Puritan studies.
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