A Call to Discernment [Paperback]

Jay Edward Adams (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 139 pages
• Publisher: Harvest House Pub (August 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0890815887
• ISBN-13: 978-0890815885
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,105,599 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jay E. Adams (PhD, University of Missouri) is a former director of advanced studies and professor of practical theology at Westminster Theological Seminary, as well as a retired pastor. He has written over fifty books on pastoral ministry, preaching, counseling, Bible study, and Christian living. His books include Competent to Counsel, The Christian Counselor's Manual, and Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage in the Bible.

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5.0 out of 5 stars EVERY THINKING CHRISTIAN SHOULD READ THIS BOOK, February 10, 2000

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Mrs Rae Lloyd-Jones (Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Call to Discernment (Paperback)

Unfortunately, there are probably very few who will try to track down a copy..... "When I stopped studying the Bible in order to support what I believed, and started studying it in order to learn what to believe, I realized how wrong I was". (Mike Bardon, Former Oneness Pentecostal) If you can relate in any way to this quote, regardless of which particular "christian craziness" you've repented from, this book is also for you! Mr.Adams once again presents an insightful view of the real state of today's "professing" church, and it's woeful lack of biblical discernment with regards to many of the unbiblical practices and teachings currently found within the "Christian" church. He clearly describes not only the problems and how they became so prevalent, but he also provides real solutions to those individuals who may ask "what difference can I make?" Geared towards those who honestly wish to be part of the solution rather than add to the problems, "A Call to Discernment" is a trumpet call which perhaps will only be heeded by the seeming minority - those folks who are dissatisfied with the current flavour of "Experiential-Touchy-Feely-Don't-Think-Just-Receive" Christianity. Many will be offended by this piece, but those who seek the truths of God Himself as revealed in His Word will be refreshed and almost relieved by Mr.Adams' book (Like Elijah, it's always good to know you're not alone!). It's a must read for anyone who has ever found themselves involved in beliefs and/or practices that originate way,way outside of scripture, and may be useful in the healing process if you've ever asked yourself the question "How on earth could I have fallen for that one or strayed so far from Truth?" This book is not just a call to be more Discerning, but gives practical relevant help on how to actually BE more discerning!