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Book Recommendations

A friend recently asked me for a list of books to read. In response, I cataloged some of my recent favorites. The list below is organized by category and priority. So if you only want to read one book in

Josh Chalmers November 5, 2018July 13, 2020 Books, Theology No Comments Read more

Preaching to Bored People

Preaching to Bored People

The sermon is entering its most challenging season ever. It’s obvious that our cultural ability to pay attention is shrinking. Microsoft tells us (even though its probably their fault) that we have 8 second attention spans, which is worse than

Josh Chalmers August 15, 2015March 15, 2019 Preaching, Theology 4 Comments Read more

Is the Theological Medium the Message?

Is the Theological Medium the Message?

One of the most fascinating debates from political history is the Kennedy-Nixon debate from the 1960’s. Those hearing Nixon on the radio thought he won, while those watching on TV thought Kennedy won. The reason for this is that although

Josh Chalmers April 9, 2015December 31, 2015 History, Technology, Theology 2 Comments Read more

The Reformation: Closing Eyes and Opening Ears

Reformation

The tension between word and image in the Judeo-Christian story is long and complicated. As we enter the time of the reformation, we discover that like the Egyptians before them, the Catholic Church reserved writing for the elite members of

Josh Chalmers March 19, 2015March 15, 2019 History, Theology No Comments Read more

Jesus is God’s Voice in Synesthesia

Jesus is God’s Voice in Synesthesia

“To Those Who Have Ears…” Without opening your Bible, try to remember verses that refer to one of the five senses and faith. You will likely remember hearing passages easily: John 20:29 – “Then Jesus told him, ‘Because you have

Josh Chalmers January 17, 2015December 31, 2015 Theology No Comments Read more

Why Isn’t God Photogenic? Reflections on the Second Commandment

The Second Commandment

Have you ever wondered how big the camera would have to be for God to take a selfie? Sadly, the question is nonsensical since God prohibited images of himself in the second commandment. But since we live in a world

Josh Chalmers December 12, 2014December 31, 2015 Discipleship, History, Theology 2 Comments Read more

When Cars Replaced Horses: A Case for Sabbath Skid Marks

When Cars Replaced Horses: A Case for Sabbath Skid Marks

Horses Don’t Use Litter Boxes! In 1900, New York city “had about 175,000 horses.” There are no litter boxes for horses, which produce “up to thirty-five pounds of manure and a quart of urine a day.” If you do the

Josh Chalmers October 3, 2014March 27, 2015 Discipleship, History, Technology, Theology No Comments Read more

Forbidden Fruit: Why Does God Make Rules?

Why Does God Make Rules Picture

Have you ever longed for something that is not yours? Once, when I was a kid, my mother set me up to experience the power of forbidden fruit. While putting some chocolate bars in the cupboard, she said, “Joshy, don’t

Josh Chalmers September 27, 2014November 27, 2014 Discipleship, Theology 4 Comments Read more

God Hates Long-Distance Relationships

God Hates Long-Distance Relationships

Some Things are Better Live: I don’t know how much it costs to make beer commercials, but they often catch my attention. Recently, one commercial stood out because of the way it hints at a key Biblical idea. The basic

Josh Chalmers August 30, 2014November 27, 2014 Discipleship, Theology 6 Comments Read more

The Trinity – What Sharing Pigs Teach Us About God, Work, and Art

The Trinity – What Sharing Pigs Teach Us About God, Work, and Art

Why Did God Make Us? Was He Just Lonely? If you were God, and possessed all knowledge and power, existed for eternity, and had no need for anything, what would motivate you to create anything outside of yourself? A book

Josh Chalmers August 15, 2014November 27, 2014 Discipleship, Theology No Comments Read more

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Testimonials

Caught my attention…

Great points, great research, good balance and excellent presentation. That whole idea about the digital mission field really caught my attention.

Verner Drost
Smythe Street Cathedral

Engaging and often humorous

Josh has an amazing ability to communicate with clarity and passion. While Josh’s material is always thorough and well researched, it is also delivered in an engaging and often humorous way. I would not hesitate to have Josh as part of the speaking roster no matter what the age group.

Kenn Parker
National Director of ACOP

Ideas spark…

Truly blessed with the opportunity to work alongside Josh at our conference this past weekend.  To see young faces light up, and ideas spark in the minds of our youth is something beyond words.  His honesty and yet easy-going familiarity while speaking to even the larger gatherings of youth is admirable, and I myself walked away with some new perspectives!
Jesse Dueck
Alberta Home Education Association Convention Youth Leader

Clarity and simplicity

Josh Chalmers’ presentation on Digital Discipleship at our national conference was insightful, practical and humorous.  Josh was able to communicate with clarity and simplicity both the negative and the positive impact new technology can have on us as individuals or as a church community.

Wes Mills
President, ACOP

My Books on Goodreads

Josh's bookshelf: read

Sherlock Holmes and the Needle's Eye: The World's Greatest Detective Tackles the Bible's Ultimate Mysteries
5 of 5 stars
Sherlock Holmes and the Needle's Eye: The World's Greatest Detective Tackles the Bible's Ultimate Mysteries
by Len Bailey
Imagining the Kingdom: How Worship Works
4 of 5 stars
Imagining the Kingdom: How Worship Works
by James K.A. Smith
The Finished Work of Christ: The Truth of Romans 1-8
3 of 5 stars
The Finished Work of Christ: The Truth of Romans 1-8
by Francis August Schaeffer
Earthen Vessels: Why Our Bodies Matter To Our Faith
5 of 5 stars
Earthen Vessels: Why Our Bodies Matter To Our Faith
by Matthew Lee Anderson
Words to Winners of Souls
4 of 5 stars
Words to Winners of Souls
by Horatius Bonar

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