Review of Cruciform at The Reformed Reader
Though I'm a little late getting this on the blog, here's the
latest review
of Cruciform by Adam Holland at
TheReformedReader.com
.
An excerpt from Adam's encouraging review:
"The book is very short and an enjoyable read. Davis has a ton of great illustrations. All the illustrations are personal and easy to remember. The book is extremely simple and easy to follow. This book is a great introductory book for a new believer. The book covers the three uses of the law in an extraordinary way.
My personal favorite section of the book was where Davis discusses "Cross-Centered Spiritual Disciplines." The term "Spiritual Disciplines" has been revived within our culture through many great modern writers (e.g. Don Whitney, John Piper, Michael Haykin, ect). The problem I encounter most often is people believing the spiritual disciplines are the rule by which one stands righteous before God. Although no one would admit that they believed that they stand before God by their faithfulness to these disciplines, their actions testify to the contrary. An example for this can be seen in man's constant condemnation of themselves when they miss one of these spiritual disciplines or when these disciplines become a checklist. I have done my quiet time, have fasted, and prayed, therefore God looks well upon me. I missed one of these disciplines this week; therefore God is not happy with me. Davis coins a new phrase that helps elevate this problem, Christ-Centered Spiritual Disciplines. These disciplines need to be seen correctly in light of Christ and his finished work. These disciplines rightfully seen become a tool created for the believer's joy. These disciplines rightfully applied are a means of grace for the souls of believers.
I would highly recommend the book. This book is simple, short, and inexpensive."
An excerpt from Adam's encouraging review:
"The book is very short and an enjoyable read. Davis has a ton of great illustrations. All the illustrations are personal and easy to remember. The book is extremely simple and easy to follow. This book is a great introductory book for a new believer. The book covers the three uses of the law in an extraordinary way.
My personal favorite section of the book was where Davis discusses "Cross-Centered Spiritual Disciplines." The term "Spiritual Disciplines" has been revived within our culture through many great modern writers (e.g. Don Whitney, John Piper, Michael Haykin, ect). The problem I encounter most often is people believing the spiritual disciplines are the rule by which one stands righteous before God. Although no one would admit that they believed that they stand before God by their faithfulness to these disciplines, their actions testify to the contrary. An example for this can be seen in man's constant condemnation of themselves when they miss one of these spiritual disciplines or when these disciplines become a checklist. I have done my quiet time, have fasted, and prayed, therefore God looks well upon me. I missed one of these disciplines this week; therefore God is not happy with me. Davis coins a new phrase that helps elevate this problem, Christ-Centered Spiritual Disciplines. These disciplines need to be seen correctly in light of Christ and his finished work. These disciplines rightfully seen become a tool created for the believer's joy. These disciplines rightfully applied are a means of grace for the souls of believers.
I would highly recommend the book. This book is simple, short, and inexpensive."
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