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2011 BoB Book Giveaways

Timmy — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 13:37:16 +0000

The purpose of Band of Bloggers gatherings is to forward the discussion on gospel-centered blogging and leveraging our online influence for the glory of God. On the side, we have been able to enjoy a great relationship with publishers and various ministries who are happy to give away copies of their newest releases to our bloggers and attendees who in turn promote, excerpt, and review them in the future.

When we began Band of Bloggers in 2006, we were thrilled to donate one book per person. Since then that number has continued to increase until last year where we were privileged to give away 12 books per person. As we started planning this year’s gathering, I was very skeptical about the possibility of increasing that number. Fortunately, we received great assistance from John Starke of TGC Reviews, and together we were able to secure a total of (wait for it) . . . 17 books ($237 value) for all everyone attending this year’s gathering!

Here’s a complete listing of the books for this year’s giveaway:

1. Counterfeit Gospels: Rediscovering the Good News in a World of False Hope by Trevin Wax (Moody)
2. Don’t Call It a Comeback: The Old Faith for a New Day edited by Kevin DeYoung (Crossway)
3. Reverberation: How God’s Word Brings Light, Freedom, and Action to His People by Jonathan Leeman (Moody)
4. Desiring God: Meditations of a Christian Hedonist (25th Anniversary Reference Edition) by John Piper (Desiring God)
5. Taking Hold of God: Reformed and Puritan Perspectives on Prayer by Joel Beeke (RHB)
6-10. The Essential Edwards Collection (5 Books in Set) by Owen Strachan and Douglas Sweeney (Moody)
11. Christ Formed in You: The Power of the Gospel for Personal Change by Brian Hedges (Shepherd Press)
12. Faithful Preaching: Declaring Scripture with Responsibility, Passion, and Authenticity by Tony Merida (B&H)
13. When the Word Leads Your Pastoral Search: Biblical Principle and Practices to Guide Your Search by Chris Brauns (Moody)
14. Note to Self: The Discipline of Preaching to Yourself by Joe Thorn (Crossway)
15. Orphanology: Awakening to Gospel-Centered Adoption and Orphan Care by Tony Merida and Rick Morton (New Hope)
16. The Next Story: Life and Faith After the Digital Explosion by Tim Challies (Zondervan)
17. Radical Together: Unleashing the People of God for the Purposes of God by David Platt (Multnomah)

Giveaway #8: Young, Restless, Reformed (Crossway)

Timmy — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 22:24:53 +0000

The last, but certainly not least(!), book we will be giving away this year is the just released book, Young, Restless, Reformed: A Journalist’s Journey with the New Calvinists by Collin Hansen, donated by Crossway Books. Many of you may remember Collin’s article with the same title in Christianity Today, and over the past two years, he has interviewed numerous folks from across the country regarding the Reformed Resurgence in America. In the coming days, I will be interviewing Collin about his book, and the podcast will be made available here on the Band of Bloggers website.

Thank you, Crossway, for the generous contribution, participation, and partnership with the Band of Bloggers! For those interested, you can also join the conversation on Facebook in a group Crossway started, appropriately called “Young, Restless, Reformed.”

Giveaway #7: Walking As He Walked (Reformation Heritage Books)

Timmy — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 19:23:44 +0000

The seventh book given away, the second by Reformation Heritage Books, is Walking as He Walked by Joel Beeke. Here is how Derek Thomas describes this book: “A Christ-centered tour de force which gets us into Christ’s servant heart and asks the pointed questions of what that means for us who are in union with Him. Deeply and affectionately pastoral, Dr. Beeke gives us a magestirial example of puritan-infused, preached prose that is as fresh as the air we breath. Like the puritan Richard Sibbes, know to his contemporaries as ‘the sweet dropper’ Dr. Beeke has a similar touch, presenting to us the confidence, richness, depth, and encouragement of the gospel.”

I am excited about this particular resource as we explore gospel application in our daily lives. I want to express my gratefulness to Reformation Heritage Books for their continued support and generous contribution to the Band of Bloggers!

Giveaway #6: A Tale of Two Sons (Grace to You)

Timmy — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 07:24:04 +0000

The sixth giveaway at this year’s Band of Bloggers is John MacArthur’s most recent (release date: April 1, 2008) book, A Tale of Two Sons, provided by Grace to You. Unpacking a popular passage in the Gospels, MacArthur brings his careful exegetical eye and expositional approach to provide biblical insight on our struggle with sin, the need for humble repentance, and the Father’s inexhaustible mercy and love. The Parable of the Prodigal Son reveals the beautiful feet of the gospel running for sinners–the gospel of which we are called to walk worthy.

I am deeply grateful for Grace to You for their generous contribution and partnership with Band of Blogger fellowship. May the Lord use this resource to rivet our hearts and awaken us to the pursuing mercy of our glorious Father!

Giveaway #5: reThink (Inquest Ministries)

Timmy — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 23:46:00 +0000

The fifth giveaway, reThink by Steve Wright, comes from InQuest Ministries. This book seeks to challenge the current methods of student ministry while offering an overview of a biblical framework for ministry. Wright challenges churches to rethink how teenagers relate in a gospel-centered community where the fundamental relationships of family are emphasized rather than replaced. I am happy to commend this free book to all who attend this year’s Band of Bloggers fellowship as we consider how the gospel trust affects every area of church, ministry, and life–including teenagers.

Thank you, InQuest, for being such a generous supporter and partner with Band of Bloggers and The Gospel Trust! For more information about reThink, check out their upcoming conference scheduled for May 16 at Raleigh, NC.

Giveaway #4: Christ Is All (Reformation Heritage Books)

Timmy — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 19:04:58 +0000

The fourth book being given away to all attendees is the first of two newly published books in the stack of BoB goodies. Reformation Heritage Books has agreed to give everyone a free copy of Christ Is All: The Piety of Horatius Bonar by Michael A.G. Haykin and Darrin R. Booker. This book is the latest release in the “Profiles in Reformed Spirituality” and includes 65 excerpts from Bonar’s writings that capture his ardent devotion to the glory of Christ. Readers will also be interested in Haykin’s biographical introduction to Bonar, an eminent Scottish minister and poet.

I want to express my gratitude to RHB for their generous partnership with the 2008 Band of Bloggers fellowship. Dr. Haykin will also be participating in this years’ event, so the time of fellowship would also be a great opportunity to sign books and talk about “words to winners of souls” as Bonar would have it.

Giveaway #3: When I Don’t Desire God (Desiring God)

Timmy — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 04:10:09 +0000

It’s hard to over-estimate the significance John Piper’s writing ministry has had on all of us today. According to Mark Dever, Desiring God is the most read book by those attending this year’s Together for the Gospel Conference. However, many may not be familiar with one of the more pastoral and very practical books from the pen of Piper–When I Don’t Desire God: How to Fight for Joy.

So I am happy to share with you that the third book being given away at the Band of Bloggers fellowship will be this book, which I believe, speaks much to treasuring the trust and persevering with joy the journey set before us.

Thank you, Desiring God, for partnering with the Band of Bloggers with such a significant contribution to all who attend our fellowship!

Giveaway #1: Dear Timothy (Founders Press)

Timmy — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 10:14:59 +0000

Founders Press has graciously agreed to give a free copy of Dear Timothy to all attendees of the 2008 Band of Bloggers fellowship. This compilation, edited by Tom Ascol, has contributions from C.J. Mahaney, Mark Dever, Ligon Duncan, Joel Beeke, Ray Ortlund Jr., and many more. Together, this book represents over 480 years of pastoral experience, offering wisdom and encouragement from men who have faithfully served in the pastorate.

I want to express my gratitude and appreciation to Founders Press for this generous expression of support for this year’s Band of Blogger’s fellowship. Be sure to check out Founders Ministries and the plethora of gospel-centered resources!