Book Reviews

By Jenni Ramsey

A Mind for Missions by Paul Borthwick.
Gives a great overview of world missions and also demonstrates practical ways to get involved. It covers topics such as prayer, following and praying through current events, caring for missionaries and how to make strategic lifestyle choices with a missions worldview.

Let the Nations Be Glad by John Piper
Focuses on the supremacy of God in missions. John Piper does a great job reminding us why we “do” missions—because of God’s power and because we are all called to worship Him. He states that worship is the ultimate goal of the church and that proper worship should fuel missions.

The Touch of Jesus by Paul Eshleman, director of the JESUS Film ministry
True stories, easy reading, one of the best missions books out there! This book lists true stories of JESUS Film teams around the world and the miracles and wonders they encounter while showing the JESUS Film. The book is encouraging and a great overview of how God is moving in every tribe, tongue and nation.

Eternity in Their Hearts by Don Richardson
A classic missions book. This book shows how hundreds of cultures throughout history have known of “the One True God” before ever hearing the name of Jesus. It is a powerful book that shows how God has used cultural bridges, through missionaries, to bring the gospel to the most remote people of the world.