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Book Review: Historical Roots of the Presbyterian Church in America
A simple glance at the title may cause the reader to misconstrue that this book would be interesting only to members of the 1,400 churches that are affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA). In fact, the weight of this volume is placed more squarely on the roots and heritage that makes up the PCA, and not simply the PCA itself. This is a church history book that starts in the 15th century and ends in the 1980s. You will likely find this book appealing if you have any interest in Puritans, the Reformation, Martin Luther, John Calvin, John Knox, PCA, PCUSA, OPC, EPC, CRC, Presbyterianism or Reformed theology.Don Clements is an ordained Presbyterian Pastor. He was personally involved in many of the activates that make up the later chapters. Dr. Clements provides an excellent primer that covers dozens of very complicated and controversial periods within Christendom. The reader is taken on a chronological journey through some of the most important events in the history of our faith. Clements writes in a way that clearly demonstrates he has thoroughly researched his topic.