Dwight K. Nelson

This was supposed to be a daily devotional, with a reading a day. I was expecting some kind of verse or thought from the Bible, expounded upon.
It was all based upon the theme of The Chosen", hence the title. The Chosen refers to those who are staying close to God in their walk through life.

I was disappointed. Many of the daily readings were very "Ellen White" centric instead of Christ centered.
Others kind of rambled on about vagaries without saying very much.

I don't consider this a waste of my time, and I'm sure it will help out other people, who are at different stages in the their Christian walk, but it was not for me at this time."… (mere)

Angry? Gentle? Cruel? Kind? What is God really like?In Outrageous Grace, popular author and pastor Dwight Nelson isn't afraid to tackle the questions that arise from the diverse biblical descriptions of God. Admitting that the Old Testament portrayals of a harsh God are difficult for many Christians to focus on, Nelson skillfully guides the reader through texts that demonstrate how God works with individuals in the ways that will most effectively touch their hearts.Focusing on principles revealed in the parable of the prodigal son, Nelson shows that God values relationships, not rules. God is a parent, teacher, leader, and friend. Most of all, He is a God of outrageous grace--a relentless lover and an unconditional forgiver whose loving goal is to take His children home to heaven.Dwight K. Nelson, senior pastor of the 3,500-member Pioneer Memorial Church, is a popular evangelist and author. He is the featured speaker for teh NeXt Millennium seminar, a worldwid satellite program with more than 2,500 downlink sites in North America alone.… (mere)

Good God really create the Earth in just six short days? And can the same God re-created all over again in the future? Fortunately, the Bible gives us compelling evidence of a God it was loving and powerful enough to do both.In Built to Last, well-known author, pastor and evangelist White Nelson invites readers to join the experts in a thoughtful creation – evolution dialogue. With clarity and logic Dr. Nelson carefully examines the clues: the complexity of living organisms, geological findings, and, yes, even how humans reproduce. All, he concludes, leads to one rational conclusion – – the divine Master designer created our planet. And it is the same loving Creator – God who oversees our lives and promises us a home with him in heaven.Where we came from and where we are going are important questions for all to consider. Take a look at the evidence, search your heart, pray, and then draw your own conclusions. God's truth can bear examination.… (mere)