Tulip Reformed Book Centre

Some Favourite Books

	For the King A Study on Matthew 5:1-16 72pp, pbk, by Cheah Fook Meng For those of us who are new to the Christian faith, or who have been wandering in the wilderness for a while, to “seek first the kingdom of God”can be a tall order. This practical book of short explanations and provoking questions helps both new believers and those who seek to be refreshed to review the Beatitudes even as we are challenged to be the salt and light of this world. To guide you to cultivating the distinctive Christian character and living the distinctive Christian life, read For the King—A Study on Matthew 5:1-16. Price: S$5.00 nett TULIP Reformed Book Centre

Click for more details.	Catechism in Conversation 144pp; by Linus Chua There was a time when the Westminster Shorter Catechism was well-known and highly regarded in Presbyterian Churches and even in Calvinistic Baptist Churches. Today, it is generally not so. In fact, a few years ago, a pastor of a conservative Presbyterian church, who saw me reading the Catechism, was so intrigued by it that he asked me where he could get a copy! In all his years of ministry, he had apparently only read about it in church history textbooks. I hold nothing against this pastor, but I was not only amazed but also saddened that the church should have allowed this diamond of a tool for Christian education to slip into oblivion while eagerly gorging the trashy Sunday School materials that are being pandered everywhere. Price: S$10.00 nett

Click for more details.	Celebrating the Sabbath Finding Rest in a Restless World 125pp, pbk, by Bruce A. Ray This positive look at the Sabbath explains why and how to delight in that day as the opportunity reserved by God for His people to be refreshed in fellowship with Him. List Price: US8.99; Our Price: S$9.00 P & R Publishing

Click for more details.	CHOSEN BY GOD Know God’s Perfect Plan for His Glory & His Children 213pbk, by R C Sproul “Predestination, says the author, isn’t just for Calvinists. It is for all biblical Christians. Predestination doesn’t create a whimsical or spiteful picture of God, but paints the portrait of a loving God who provides redemption for radically corrupt humans. There is mystery in God’s ways, but not contradiction. Point by point, the author examines the Scriptures on predestination and refutes the naysayers. We choose God because he has opened our eyes to see his beauty. We love him because he first loved us.” – [From the blurb] List Price: US$12.99; Our Price: S$15.50nett Tyndale

Click for more details.	“DON’T MAKE ME COUNT TO THREE!” A Mom’s Look at Heart-Oriented Discipline 155pbk, by Ginger Plowman “Do you find yourself threatening, repeating your instructions, or raising your voice in an attempt to get your children to obey? Are you discouraged because it seems you just can't reach the heart of your child? Through personal experience and the practical application of Scripture, Ginger Plowman encourages and equips moms to reach past the outward behavior of their children and dive deeply into the issues of the heart. With wit and tact Ginger steers mothers away from the “survival mode” that is so easy to fall into and reminds them of the great calling they have. “Don’t Make Me Count to Three!” is full of practical advice and biblical encouragement to do more than just survive another day with the kids.” – [From the publisher’s website] List Price: US$12.99; Our Price: S$13.00 Shepherd Press

Click for more details.	EXCELLENT MARRIAGE A Training Manual to Equip You in Discovering God’s Grand Design 159pbk; by Craig Debinski/Pamela Debinski; “Excellent Marriage is a useful tool for pastors and counselors who are interested in strengthening the marital relationships of their counselees. Whether used as a workbook in its entirety, or as a homework manual to target specific areas of concern, the Bible studies in this book will prove beneficial in the augmentation of the premarital/post marital counseling process.” – [From the blurb] List Price: US$12.00; Our Price: S$14.00nett Timeless Texts

	New Christians Start Here (+CD) The Basic Truths for the New Believer 104pbk, by Peter Jeffery “If we do not have a clear biblical understanding of what happened when we were converted we will be forever struggling in our spiritual life. A sinner can be saved without a full understanding of salvation. This is because God is sovereign in salvation, he can and often does, overrule our deficient understanding. With a basic conviction of personal sin and guilt, and the faith that Jesus is the only saviour, a sinner can be delivered from that sin and given new life in Christ. But to grow in his faith he needs more than this. He needs to know what he now is in Christ and what he is capable of doing.” List Price: £8.95; Our Price: S$14.50 Evangelical Press

Click for more details.	OUT OF THE BLUES Dealing with the Blues of Depression & Loneliness 144pbk, by Wayne Mack “Depression has been called the common cold of mental ailments. This book addresses a problem that nearly everyone faces at some time in their lives. If you are not living with depression now, you know someone who is. Since it is so common, it is important to know how to deal with it as God intended. Seeking God’s wisdom for life’s problems means searching for it in Scripture. Out of the Blues presents a distinctly biblical perspective that will accurately (1) Define and describe depression; (2) Describe the dynamics of depression and how it develops; (3) Present a biblical solution to the problem; (4) Outline causes and solutions to the blues caused by loneliness. The Q and A section about depression and loneliness, as well as additional notes for the counselor, make this a great resource for anyone seeking to help or be helped in fighting this dark enemy.” – [From the blurb] List Price: US$10.95; Our Price: S$13.00nett Focus Publishing

Click for more details.	Our Loving God (temporarily out of stock) 40pp, pbk , by Carine MacKenzie This book aims to introduce children to the fundamental attributes of God's character. Broken into 4 sections the reader is encouraged to consider: (1) Who God Is; (2) What God Does; (3) What God Gives; (4) What God Asks from Us. Each section includes a variety of relevant Bible stories from the Old and New Testaments which tie in with the attribute being outlined. List Price: GBP4.99; Our Price: S$8.5 Christian Focus Publications

Click for more details.	POLISHING GOD’S MONUMENTS Pillars of Hope for Punishing Times 296pbk, by Jim Andrews “As I closed the cover on this book, 294 pages (yet only one day) after beginning, it struck me that this is undoubtedly one of the best books I've read so far this year. I skimmed back through my files to see how many other books I've read in 2007 and can see that it is at least sixty or seventy. So it's no small thing to realize that this is one of the best. I simply can't recommend Polishing God's Monuments too highly. I wholeheartedly agree with Bruce Ware who writes, ‘To enter into this theological reflection on suffering is to accept the challenge to grow deeply in Christ, and to cherish the sure and certain promise of the gospel." This book gripped my heart and helped me cherish the promises of the gospel like few books I've read recently. I commend it to you, trusting you will benefit from it as I have. Perhaps the greatest tribute I can render Polishing God's Monuments is this: I read almost 300 pages about suffering and pain, yet closed the book with tears of joy in my eyes, rejoicing at the greatness of our sovereign and gracious God. – Tim Challies” – [From the publisher’s website] List Price: US$14.95; Our Price: S$15.00 Shepherd Press

Click for more details.	Readable TULIP, The Understanding the Doctrines of Grace 88pp, pbk, by Cheah Fook Meng The acronym TULIP embodies the core teachings of the Reformed faith known as the Five Points of Calvinism..... Cheah Fook Meng's pointed treatment of the subject will assure you that the teachings of the Reformed faith are highly relevant to beginners who are naive about the implications of the faith and knowledgeable Calvinists alike. The book answers many questions about the Bible and what it teaches about God's power to save the lost sinner. Armed with such a book, we can have the courage to share and talk about our faith with others. In making the Reformed faith simple and concise, Cheah Fook Meng also stoutly affirms the sovereignty and greatness of God in the life of all creation. Let God be God! Our Price: S$8.00 Armour Publishing

	Sickness 24pbk, by J C Ryle “Sickness affects everyone personally at some time. In this powerful yet comforting Christian perspective, the 19th-century Bishop of Liverpool, J.C. Ryle, offers some timely biblical wisdom about this universal human problem. This work has been edited in such a way as to retain Ryle's writing style, but some of the language has been updated and simplified so as to make it easier for the modern reader.” – [From the publisher’s website] List Price: £1.80; Our Price: S$3.50 Matthias Press

Click for more details.	Ultimate Questions 32pp, pbk, by John Blanchard Health, finance, family, the future -- life is full of questions. There are deeper questions, too. Who am I? Why am I here? Where am I going? Does life have any purpose? But the ultimate questions are about God. Does He exist? What is He like? Can I know Him and experience His power in my life? And if so, how? This booklet tackles these vital questions head-on -- and answers them simply, clearly and directly. Read it carefully. It could change your life -- for ever. List Price: £1; Our Price: S$1.50 nett Evangelical Press