Book Review - 9 Marks of a Healthy Church - Mark Dever

Yesterday I gave a link to a video of Mark Dever’s study. Today I want to share with you a book that he wrote.

The 9 Marks of a Healthy Church came into my hands just when I needed it. I was having some questions that just wouldn’t go away, and when I read this book, I felt like Mr. Dever was talking directly to me.

This book is an excellent tool for assessing the health of a church. It is helpful for pastors as well as church members. It will help you see where you are thriving, and where you may need some work. If we were to follow all the recommendations in this book, we would be well on our way to a great revival in our land.

Here are the 9 marks:

1. Expositional preaching
2. Biblical theology
3. The Gospel
4. A biblical understanding of conversion
5. A biblical understanding of evangelism
6. A biblical understanding of church membership
7. Biblical church discipline
8. A concern for discipleship and growth
9. Biblical church leadership

If you love your church, you will want to get this book.

Mark Dever's Study

I just have to share this one! I came across this link from a comments page, and when I saw what it was, I was curious. So, I went to it, and….. WOW! I’m really having to fight jealousy right now, because this man’s study is amazing. I could spend hours in a place like this (if I had chocolate and plenty of herbal tea).

In our Bible study at church tonight, we talked about self control. One of the ways to be self controlled is to be thankful for all you have. So, if I am going to practice self control, I will thank God for all my wonderful books and, of course, His Word. I will daily remind myself that I don’t need anything but Him for life and godliness.

Enjoy the video (but remember, be thankful!).