The Veinots and Henzel have taken on an important task in responding to Bill Gothard. A Matter of Basic Principles: Bill Gothard and the Christian Life is a much-needed book that should be read by virtually all evangelical pastors — and all supporters of Bill Gothard. Their book is provocative, well-researched, easy to read and understand. Through it all they are fair and demonstrate a genuine concern for the state of the 21st century Church.  I recommend A Matter of Basic Principles to anyone who has attended a Gothard seminar, is considering attending one, or just wants to know more about the ministry of Bill Gothard.