By Jack Charleson. The interests of Canada can be promoted best when each person in the country is prepared to identify the role they must play to ensure the world can be a better place when influenced by Canadian society. Unity begins with individuals. … Read more
Greater Toronto and Surrounding Communities Impacted by Graham Ministry
Jack Charleson describes the process of preparation for and the results of Mission Ontario with Billy Graham. … Read more
The Rev. Basil Edward Howell
By Jack Charleson. If it were not for Basil Howell, it is unlikely that the Renewal Fellowship would have been developed and formally constituted on May 8, 1982. … Read more
The Gamble of Faith: A Christian Response to the “Question of God”, by Lawrence Brice
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. The book seeks to assist the reader to a deeper understanding of the Christian religion. This, with the assurance of faith, can assist in the strengthening of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a commitment to serving him under the power of the Holy Spirit. … Read more
Revival: A people saturated by God, by Brian H. Edwards
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. The title appears to indicate the need we have within our denomination today. Truly we need to be “a people saturated with God” if the renewal we pray for is to take place. … Read more
Unity in the Body
By Jack Charleson. As Christians we have a responsibility to honour the command given by our Lord in the Great Commission. However, there is a tendency for many of us simply to ensure adequate funding is made available through congregational budgets to meet the expenses of others as they seek to carry out the work for us. … Read more
Do the Conversions Last?, by Robert O. Ferm and Caroline M. Whiting
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. The statistics presented clearly indicate that the majority of enquiries made at Billy Graham crusades are of a genuine nature and have a lasting impact on the life of the individual. … Read more
Your Work Matters to God, by Doug Sherman and William Hendricks
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. If we start with the certainty that our work matters to God, we will be able to connect what we do all day with what we think matters to God, and we will find meaning in our work and our relationship to God. … Read more
Designed for Holiness, by Peter E. Gillquist
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. As Christians we are ready to accept that we are made in the image of God and we are exhorted in Scripture to seek perfection in our lifestyle. … Read more
Growing Deep in the Christian Life, by Charles R. Swindoll
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. Charles R. Swindoll is pastor of First Evangelical Free Church, Fullerton, California, a broadcaster and prolific author. Over recent years he has given Christians much to think about through his publications and radio broadcasts and in Growing Deep in the Christian Life he encourages us to look back at the root of our Christian faith. … Read more
New Life, New Lifestyle, by Michael Green
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. In New Life, New Lifestyle we are encouraged as we seek to develop an attitude of discipleship in our daily walk with Christ.… Read more
The Power of Commitment, by Jerry White
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. We live in a society where there are repeated demands on our time, talents and financial resources. … All this requires that we develop a level of “commitment” in order to be responsible in serving, not only those seeking our involvement, but more importantly, the Lord who is directing our lives. … Read more
Winning Through Integrity, by Cliff C. Jones
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. This book is intended to explain some of the instructions that a Christian or a Jew reads in his Bible that the test of time has proven can make the differences between failure and success in business or in any aspect of life.” … Read more
Come Before Winter and Share My Hope, by Charles R. Swindoll
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. These daily reflections, backed by appropriate Scripture passages, can be used to develop a meaningful quiet time or provide a worthwhile supplement to devotions. … Read more










