Book Recommendations – Chris MacKinnon

As a pastor I often mention that as Christians our lives should point to Jesus. Whatever we say, whatever we do, are our lives pointing to Him? At times life can seem so mundane and unspiritual. Yet we are called to shine the Light in the darkness, and that Light is Jesus.

So how do we do that? What parts of life point to Jesus? What does it look like from season to season, from good days to bad days, from solitude to spiritual community? Pastor and worship leader Darlene Zschech teaches us about these issues and more in her new devotional book, Revealing Jesus (Bethany House).

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Last night we enjoyed a time of learning about C. S. Lewis, his contributions to Christianity and modern Christian thought, and then watched the first Narnia film, “The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe.” Thanks to all who came out and fellowshipped with us.

Of course, you might have more questions now that you’ve seen the film.

Is it really a good idea to watch or read this stuff?
I understand there are some good themes in these stories, but it seems like there may be some dark, evil things as well.
What guidelines or boundaries do I draw when it comes to “magic”?

In an effort to answer these questions and others you might have, I’d like to recommend some resources I own and have read, and some others that I’ve heard are good for such an investigation.

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