For God, Family and Republic

I'm currently reading Trusting God: Even When Life Hurts by Jerry Bridges of the Navigators Ministry, which emphasizes God's sovereignty. I extend a sincere thanks to Randy Synder for buying this book for me as a gift, along with the accompanying study guide. It is very much appreciated and needed at this time.

Also, I've read a fascinating book on American constitutional history entitled, Reclaiming the American Revolution : The Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions and Their Legacy, which Palgrave's publicist sent me in December. Thomas Woods, Jr. wrote a nice review of it on LRC.com. Right now, I'm just revisiting it, and summing up what I've highlighted, as I read it earlier this month. It deals with the legacy of the Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions, states' rights, and the doctrine of interposition. I will be writing an erudite book review on this title for publication.

Last week, I was trekking through a review copy of Napoleon for Dummies, which is a history guide to the little French despot, and his military crusades. The British historian Paul Johnson surmises my sentiments towards the little tyrant. The author J.D. Markham obviously likes his subject matter too much. I don't have much esteem for either the French Revolution or Napoleon. It is an informative read nonetheless, and I won't hold it against him in the future review. Who better to write about Napoleon than a Napoleon sycophant? Frankly, a Dummies guide is about all of the depth I want to approach the Napoleonic wars with. Though, it sums up all the battles nicely. Plus, I need a background and refresher as I prepare to read a book on Waterloo later this year.

I've read other things as well, but it is mostly books that I've read before and were just revisiting, such as John Piper's When I Don't Desire God: How to Fight for Joy. Next on my reading list is David Barton's Benjamin Rush from Wallbuilders, featuring the life and writings of this signer of the Declaration. It includes a biography and numerous selections from Dr. Rush’s own writings that illustrate his strong Christian views on many subjects. I probably won't start until February. I have some old book reviews that I plan on catching up on from titles read in 2005.