"Decision" ranks as one of the classic Christian publications because it has clung fast to the principles which found it. Always focused on Scripture and evangelism, just as you'd expect from the Billy Graham organization, the articles are never bland. Instead of being filled with fluff, greeting card encouragement, "Decision" instead leads the way in design, in depth, and in honesty.From the "Quiet Heart" poetry section (my favorite), to the call to a Christian life through features by Billy Graham, noted Christian teachers, and everyday people, there is a sense that the editors are doing more than publishing a magazine.
There are updates on the various Graham ministries, but this is not a newsletter about their efforts. There are Bible studies, like looking at Paul's "Letter to Philemon" as a guide to reconciling relationships and understanding God's involvement. There are testimonies, like how one woman came to know the peace of God while her young son struggled with a leukemia. From cover to cover, there is enough for a Christian reader to learn something worth knowing.
"Decision" is surprisingly ecumenical. Though the theology is Bible-based and evangelical, it is no respecter of denominations or churches. You'll read articles written by Lutherans, Baptists, Nazarenes and Anglicans, yet always bound to the Word of God.
I fully recommend "Decision," both as a gift for yourself or a friend, and as an excellent addition to your church library.
Anthony Trendl
editor, HungarianBookstore.com
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