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Book SynopsisOffers teenage boys a framework for navigating life as a Christian, and not only suggests where healthy boundaries might lie, but invites them to see faith in Christ as the most exciting, purpose-finding and potential-releasing adventure imaginable.Trade ReviewAccessible, practical, honest, insightful, funny and vulnerable. This book will help many men (young and not so young) in their search for meaning and an authentic life that reflects the purpose of their creator. Martin doesn't shirk the tough questions but meets them head on with his usual combination of kindness, integrity and humour. * Mike Pilavachi *Outstanding … witty and wise ... a gift to the UK church. * Christianity Magazine *I want every guy to read this book … truly excellent. * Rachel Gardner, Director of National Work, Youthscape *

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Book SynopsisHow do people offering pastoral care to those living with HIV end up perpetuating abusive attitudes and practices? And how can those attitudes and practices be changed?Trade Review‘This stirring and prophetic work is a challenge to any reader in terms of emotion, thought, spirituality, theology, humanity and practice.’ * Inderjit Bhogal, Former Chief Executive of the Corrymeela Community *‘A great testament to the strength and courage of those who have shared their stories. . . The testimonies in this book help us break down the barriers that people living with HIV too often face.’ * Norman Fowler, the Lord Speaker *‘This book makes for challenging but vital reading for the Church.’ Dame Sarah Mullally, Bishop of London * Dame Sarah Mullally, Bishop of London *‘Deeply and rightly unsettling.’ * Gareth J. Powell, Secretary of the Methodist Conference *'This book is a proclaiming of the gospel as well as a call to judgement. It is necessary material for the self-examination and self-awareness of any Christian minister or community.’ * Rowan Williams, Master of Magdalene College, Cambridge *

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Book SynopsisThis timely exploration of the meaning of generous orthodoxy encourages us to embrace different expressions of Christian faith to deepen a sense of unity in the Church.

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Book SynopsisWhat do we do when life hasn't turned out the way we expected? These refreshingly candid stories encourage readers trying to adult' how to find joy in the journey of a messy, work-in-progress walk of (sometimes failing, but still standing) faith.

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Book SynopsisDancing at the Still Point is an inspirational guide to DIY retreats that will help you to make life-giving daily choices and find God in all things.

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Book SynopsisMORE > Trust is a short Bible study book that is packed full of wisdom on how and why we can trust God with our hopes, dreams and lives.Trade ReviewI have known Leah her whole life. I have watched her stunning vocal talent brightly blossom and also seen at the same time how it extends from a deep rooted faith in the Lord. This is such a helpful and encouraging book to read because she so compellingly and boldly shares how God’s Word is the greatest song to our ears, that the Christian walk is a constant way of trust in Him and that Christ is the real treasure of our hearts. -- Kristyn Getty, worship leader and singer-songwriter

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Book SynopsisJust Leadership is a practical exploration of justice and leadership that will equip leaders everywhere in paving the way to a fairer future.Trade Review‘This excellent book offers breadth and challenge, as well as inspiration, to those who aspire to the noble task of Christian leadership . . . I expect to be coming back to this book time and again to provoke, inspire and shape my thoughts and actions for the benefit of the common good.’ * Alastair Bateman, CEO, Church Mission Society *‘Simon Barrington and Justin Humphreys have provided a feast of insight and reflection on what just leadership looks like – and how to put it into practice. This will be a valuable and accessible resource to any who are involved in leading organizations and shaping their culture.’ * The Rt Reverend Dr Jonathan Gibbs, Church of England Lead Bishop for Safeguarding *‘Both refreshing and inspiring. I cannot recommend it too highly.’ * Paul Harcourt, National Leader, New Wine England *‘This book is empowering . . . [and] packed with practical advice to help us to lead more justly. It will enable willing leaders to uncover the unseen prejudices of their hearts and to challenge and dismantle the injustices lurking in the cultures of their churches or organizations.’ * Simon Harris and Ceri Harris, Burlington Baptist Church *‘Filled with biblical and psychological wisdom, this is a book that should be on the shelves of every leader today.’ * The Reverend Will van der Hart, Co-director, The Mind & Soul Foundation *‘I have underlined something in almost every paragraph in this book. There’s something vital and so important for us all to understand and share on every page.’ * Michele Hawthorne, founder and Director, Press Red *‘In this book we find a model for just leadership in a world longing to hear a better story than "returning to normal", and the tools to make it happen when so often we are stuck for what to do . . . [it challenged me] to search my own world-view, motivation, actions, relationships and ambition.’ * Ross Hendry, CEO, Spurgeons Childcare *‘This book will change the way you lead. Its biblical, theological mandate for leaders to pursue justice is moving, inspiring and potentially life-changing. The world that God made and loves needs leaders who will seek wholeheartedly to live and exercise leadership justly. Just Leadership will help you to see why and will show you how.’ * The Rt Reverend Dr Emma Ineson, Bishop of Penrith *‘This book is dangerous but in a great way. It leaves no stone unturned in its quest to help its readers to become just leaders. Just fabulous; challenging and inspiring – I will be buying copies for all my team.’ * The Venerable Rhiannon King, Archdeacon, Ipswich, and Director, Inspiring Ipswich *‘This book is a must-read for anyone who is serious about tackling injustices in society today.’ * Dr John Kirkby CBE, founder, Christians Against Poverty *‘This book is a must-read for leaders and aspiring leaders of any kind . . . it will challenge and inspire you in equal measure. What it won’t do is leave you unmoved.’ * Bekah Legg, Director, Restored *‘Just Leadership is full of helpful questions, lessons and wisdom for all Christian leaders . . . this book [is] a wide-ranging and helpful manual for any leader seeking to lead from a place of authentic justice-seeking.’ * Chine McDonald, Head of Public Engagement, Christian Aid *‘What a welcome contribution to leadership studies and to the movements for social justice! . . . With so many studies of leadership appearing annually, it is hard to think of one that says something fresh, but Just Leadership does. A real godsend.’ * The Reverend Canon Dr Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer, co-authors, A Church Called Tov *‘Just Leadership is not so much a book as a catalyst for change – in leadership culture but also in the heart of us as leaders . . . If you want to build a healthy culture where character is valued more highly than competence, and where learning from and empowering others is at the heart of your mission, this book will be a game-changer for you. Honest, hope-filled and packed with practical tools for leaders to use, Just Leadership is the book on integrity, inclusion and intentionality that every team needs to read.’ * Cathy Madavan, speaker, writer and broadcaster *‘Simon and Justin have written a book that is compelling and practical, that draws on their own leadership and life journeys. It is timely, biblical, honest and, above all, applicable to anyone in leadership. I commend this book to every leader and am sure that it will inspire, challenge and inform in a way that will cause readers to consider justice as a framework for their leadership.’ * Mark Markiewicz, CEO of CWR, Waverley Abbey Trust *‘This is an inspiring book on an often overlooked aspect of leadership. Thought provoking and thorough, it will offer a framework for pondering and praying into your own character, as well as giving a wider perspective on your leadership . . . It is a book not to rush through, but to read, put down, pray, pick up again, pray some more . . . expect it to unsettle, to challenge and to change the way you lead.’ * Dr Kate Middleton, founder and Co-director, The Mind & Soul Foundation *‘This book is a powerful fusion of personal lessons learnt, theological insight and leadership principles that provoke and challenge us to lead differently for the sake of others and the change needed in our world. It’s a call to slow down as leaders, to listen, to begin to understand, then to speak and act with, and on behalf of, others.’ * Tim Morfin, founder and CEO, Transforming Lives for Good (TLG) *‘This is both a timely and necessary book for churches, charities and businesses as we collectively aim to pursue justice, integrity and transparency, and become leaders who can model what it means to prioritize Kingdom values . . . [It] provides a helpful framework through which leaders can cultivate a more secure sense of identity and a deep sense of connection with those around them.’ * Gareth Russell, Managing Director, Jersey Road PR *‘ This book is a must-read for any leaders committed to placing God’s heart for justice at the centre of their life, their leadership and their organization . . . Just Leadership is a timely and much needed resource for those of us desiring to lead the way in the fight for justice, hoping for meaningful change and longing to make a lasting difference to the inequality we see in the world around us.’ * Nicki Sims, Senior Leader, Skylark International *‘There is no longer any doubt that this cultural moment is a blazing light of exposure, revealing deep injustices and inequities that flourish through toxic leadership. Rather than settling for an indictment of the status quo, Simon and Justin offer us a way forward. They lead us not to drink of the gall of our current state but offer instead a healing balm that could cure us and lead us from despair to life. Read this book and then rethink everything else. I promise, it’s the best of news.’ * Danielle Strickland, author, speaker, trainer and global social justice advocate *‘If you are looking primarily to increase your head knowledge and acquire new skills, then this book is not for you, because this is about your head, heart and soul. . . . As you engage with the pages, you will be transformed as you are invited to live an ever-stronger "yes" to participating in God’s kingdom work of transformation as you pray "your kingdom come on earth as in heaven".’ * The Rt Reverend Rachel Treweek, Bishop of Gloucester, Lead Bishop for HM Prisons *‘This book is a call to action for every leader. A call to willingly and courageously lay down the broken and dysfunctional leadership behaviours that many of us have learnt from the generations before us and be prepared to model something different . . . Rooted in biblical truth, Simon and Justin inspire a vision of what our world will look like when we live and learn to "act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God" (Micah 6.8).’ * Arianna Walker, speaker, author and CEO, Mercy UK *

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Book SynopsisSpiritual Detox is a practical book that explores how we can make confession a freeing, joyful experience that brings us closer to God.Trade ReviewSpiritual Detox touche[s] a nerve in all of us who at times fall into discouragement . . . There is not a person on the planet who has not needed a book like this. * Dr R. T. Kendall, senior minister of Westminster Chapel, international speaker and bestselling author *‘Confession is a neglected but deeply liberating theme of the Christian faith, and one handled here with winning honesty, realism and joy. If we are to see more happy Christians and a renewal of the Church today, we need the message of this book.’ * Dr Michael Reeves, president and professor of theology, Union School of Theology, Oxford, UK *‘This book carries the same rawness and authenticity that Howard and Holly display in leading Westminster Chapel . . . A very applicable and moving book serving as a reminder of the freedom that is available in Christ.’ * Rachelle Ann Go, award-winning international musical theatre actress, star of Hamilton and Les Misérables *'A fresh, insightful and utterly relevant treatment of the great biblical truths on confession and forgiveness. Here you will find depth of insight and height of vision, breadth of wisdom and sharpness of illustration, and a sense of God’s holiness and of his grace.’ * Canon J. John *With powerful testimonies and clear teaching, this book challenges, encourages and equips. Read it, pray it and it will do your soul good. * Guy Miller, leader of Commission Global *Filled with biblical teaching and helpful application, and interspersed with stirring stories of believers set free through confession, this book is a must read for any believer, but especially for those who struggle with understanding how great is our God's grace and how full is his forgiveness. * Ed Stetzer, Wheaton College *'A thoughtful, challenging, insightful and biblical journey on the vital place of confession and repentance in the life of the Christian. . . I so enjoyed and was helped by this wonderful book.’ * Trevor Archer, London director of the Fellowship of Independent Evangelical Churches *‘Howard and Holly have a great track record of finding joy in tough places. Their words of wisdom and hope will help anybody who is looking for the joy that the Bible promises. Do yourself a favour and read this book!’ * Phil Moore, leader of Everyday Church, London *This book will help you to see that only Christ can truly release us from the burdens of the past and the fears of the future. * Justin Brierley, host of Premier's 'Unbelievable?' podcast *This book will do your heart good to read and even better to apply. . . I encourage you to dive in and breathe the fresh air. * Martin Storey, Senior Pastor, CLM Church, Coventry *‘This is a timely book on an important, under-taught subject. It is biblically sound, theologically orthodox, contemporary, culturally connected and personally engaging. I highly recommend it.’ * David Shearman, founder of the Breakthrough Network *A well-thought-through, balanced book obviously driven by the passion of Howard and Holly to see people experience freedom and a joyful life. * Lars Due-Christensen, founder of STEPS *‘Spiritual Detox is a refreshing and helpful guide, full of important information for anyone who yearns to go deeper into fellowship with God.' * Amicky Carol Akiwumi, MBE *‘Howard and Holly Satterthwaite’s Spiritual Detox is filled with biblical knowledge and human experience. . . [It] brings deeper insight into the importance of confession, showing us how the act of repentance can lead to spiritual freedom, and open the doors for a deeper understanding of God’s abounding grace and love for us all.’ * Tope Koleoso, Senior Pastor, Jubilee Church London *In Spiritual Detox, the Satterthwaites remind us that the way forward isn't through guilt or shame but through the grace and welcome of God, a grace and welcome that invites us into the truth. * Hannah Anderson, award winning author of 'All That’s Good: Recovering the Lost Art of Discernment' *‘In this wide-ranging treatment, Howard and Holly Satterthwaite reach all of us . . . offer[ing] us a path to joy through confession, even providing wonderful prayers for us to use. I am thrilled that more of us will discover their needed voice in this excellent book.’ * Steve Cuss, author of 'Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs' *‘Spiritual Detox is a beautifully written, immensely readable treatment of the often overlooked value of confession in the spiritual life of a Christ-follower . . . We would highly recommend this book to anyone looking to grow in their faith.’ * Geoff and Sherry Surratt *‘Spiritual Detox masterfully and beautifully narrates the story of man and the heart of God . . . [It] is simply a blessing to read. If anyone desires freedom from the bondage of sin and a closer walk with God then read Spiritual Detox and allow yourself to embrace the powerful spiritual truths set forth.’ * Vinu Paul, Leader of Living Hope Church, Mumbai *‘The truth in this book offers more than a detox of the soul but a renewal of our life in Christ.’ * Tim Rudge, Field Director for UCCF *

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Book SynopsisFirst 30 Days of Walking with Jesus is an accessible 30 day devotional from David and Carrie Grant that offers advice, motivation and guidance for those starting and restarting their Christian walk.

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Book SynopsisBishop Jill Duff's long-awaited volume, based on her hugely influential talks, asks, what does it look like to have a faith that transforms society?Trade ReviewA high-energy fix of joy . . . -- Philip North, Bishop of BurnleyI love the way that everything [Bishop Jill] does seems to focus outwards on those beyond the walls of the church, and upwards towards the Lord in prayer. -- Pete Greig, Founder, 24-7 Prayer InternationalThis book IS a beacon - it gives us hope, it shines a light, it is a warning and it is a comfort. All are wrapped seamlessly into every glorious page . . . -- Professor Dame Sue Black, Baroness Black of StromeI am especially grateful to Bishop Jill for her inspirational insights in promoting ordination for those trapped underground by racism, intellectualism, or elitism. -- Nicky Gumbel, Alpha InternationalA beautiful book with engaging stories to warm the soul of those on the edge of faith and those for whom faith is an old, but mysterious friend. -- Rev Kate Bottley, Radio 2 presenterA must read for any who are curious, or on the brink of losing heart . . . -- Dr Amy Orr-Ewing, Author, Speaker, Theologian and Honorary Lecturer in Divinity at the University of AberdeenSimple language. Clear purpose, to inspire faith. -- Paul Swarbrick, Roman Catholic Bishop of LancasterDeeply grounded in a gritty sense of place, yet alert to the signs of God's presence in our culture . . . breathes the kind of hope and longing that will lift your eyes and your heart. -- Graham Tomlin, theologian, author and McDonald Agape Director of the Lambeth Palace LibraryThe vision Jill describes of beacons of light filling our communities is exactly what the church has been praying and longing for hundreds of years. -- Debra Green OBE, Executive Director, Redeeming Our CommunitiesBe brave. Read this magnificent book and then simply pray this prayer: "Not my will but yours be done." And watch your miracle happen. -- Peter Kerridge, Chief Executive, Premier Christian Media Trust

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Book SynopsisFinding the Treasure highlights the wisdom, faith, and love that can be found in our estate churches and neighbourhoods, and the inspiration and challenges their insights present to the wider Church community.Trade ReviewThe methodology displayed in this book provides a template for future theological reflection and commentary. It provides a lens through which to give value to often unnoticed and undervalued outcomes that flow when the church engages with seemingly unloved places. -- Ann Morisy, Community Theologian and author of the bestselling Beyond the Good Samaritan and Journeying Out on FINDING THE TREASUREThis is not a book for the theologically faint-hearted. It is deconstructive, wild, brave, and disturbing. It's the theological equivalent of a Big Dipper ride . . . This is an asset-based theology to challenge the deficit-based missiology that pervades much of the Church today. -- Adrian Newman, Church Times on Interrupting the Church's Flow by Al BarrettBuy this book, but don't leave it on the shelf: hear, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest. -- Ann Morisy, Church Times, on Being Interrupted by Al Barrett and Ruth Harley. . . a creative, interdisciplinary contextual missiology, which breaks new ground by incorporating a multidimensional analysis (race, class and gender) . . . an essential 'action book' for individual Christians and churches seeking to interrupt the long history of oppression(s) from, and in British churches. -- Robert Beckford, on Being Interrupted by Al Barrett and Ruth Harley

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Book SynopsisWritten by an internationally respected historian and Orthodox believer, Holy Russia? Holy War? is the first book to examine how and why the Russian Church is acting as an accomplice to Putin in his war against Ukraine, and what the Ukraine war's disturbing implications mean for the rest of the world.Trade ReviewThe role of religion in the war in Ukraine is clearly a hugely important dimension of the story, but it has received relatively little attention in our press coverage and political debate; this treatment is an original, and in some areas unexpected, way of shedding light on this critical subject. -- Edward Stourton, journalist and presenter of BBC Radio 4’s The World at OneThe first part of this book is not merely useful, it is an important historical reference. The journalism is compulsive reading, absorbing but ultimately shocking. It describes and sheds light on a situation that has major implications for Christianity and for Christian culture in both the eastern and western churches. But there is, at the conclusion, a heartening codicil, for Katherine Kelaidis provides an account of her own Orthodox faith and provides descriptions of two female saints who have inspired her. The conclusion is therefore an inspiring piece of sensitive spiritual writing; well worth reading on its own account - and a remarkable finale to this critically important work. -- Transforming MinistryA valuable guide to the religious dimensions of the war between Russia and Ukraine - past and present - beautifully delivered in a brisk and lively prose that is bound to engage and inform both specialists and the general public. -- Alexander Kitroeff, Professor Emeritus of History at Haverford College and author of Greek Orthodoxy in AmericaAn informed and incisive response to the war and the crises it has caused. -- Cyril Hovorun, Professor of Ecclesiology, International Relations and Ecumenism, Sankt Ignatios Foundation, Stockholm, SwedenBrings into sharp focus otherwise disparate and often bifurcated dimensions of a complex subject overly simplified in the West. -- John Chryssavgis, theological advisor to the Ecumenical Patriarch and author of Light Through DarknessUnderstanding the present depends on how we see history - and history does not have a single reading. This is a timely, prescient and informative book that helps western observers to look through an Eastern Orthodox lens at current crises. -- Nick Baines, Bishop of Leeds, EnglandKelaidis argues persuasively that Russia's war against Ukraine has religious and moral underpinnings with dangerous implications far beyond its borders. She writes evocatively and engagingly to explain the twisted interpretations of history that are motivating both Vladimir Putin and his ecclesiastical accomplice, Patriarch Kirill. -- John A. Jillions, Visiting Professor of Religion and Culture, The Institute for Orthodox Christian Studies, Cambridge, England, and former Chancellor, The Orthodox Church in AmericaA brilliant expose of the transformation of the Russian Orthodox Church into Putin's propaganda machine. -- Sergei Chapnin, Senior Fellow at the Orthodox Christian Studies Center, Fordham University, New York City

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Book SynopsisDiscusses the dynamics of religious conversion, presenting it as a process of change with personal, cultural, social and religious implications. The text draws on insights from psychology, anthropology, theology, missiology and interviews with converts from disparate backgrounds.

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Book SynopsisIn the 50 years between 1530 and 1580, England moved from being a lavishly Catholic country to a Protestant nation. Exploring Morebath, a remote and tiny sheep-farming village on the edge of Exmoor, this work offers a window into a rural world in crisis as the Reformation progressed.Trade Review"Stories like the one Duffy skillfully tells here, for historian and general reader alike . . . bear remembering."—Paul Lewis, New York Times Book Review"Stories like the one Duffy skillfully tells here, for historian and general reader alike . . . bear remembering. And it is a story that can still be seen. . . . Duffy’s map of the parish in Tudor times remains accurate today."—Paul Lewis, New York Times Book Review"Social history at its most compelling."—Sunday Telegraph"This is an absorbing portrait of one small Devon village in the sixteenth century as it faced up to daily life and the upheavals of the English Reformation. . . . A series of vivid snapshots of ordinary life during a time of extraordinary change."—The Sunday Times (London)"Duffy’s scholarship is meticulous and exact. . . . This is a book to be read by enthusiasts and general readers alike. . . . It is vital to understand, for example, that the piety of the people clustered around the saints of the region as if they were an emanation of the soil itself. As more historians begin to discover this territorial imperative, then new forms of history will be written. The Voices of Morebath is a significant and striking example."—Peter Ackroyd, The Times (London)"Dr. Duffy’s presentation of the journals is quite brilliant. . . . The book is never dull: on the contrary, it reads like a very good novel. . . . This book should be assured of a place in the library of every Catholic school, primary as well as secondary. . . . Not to have read it will reduce one’s claim to be a well-informed English Catholic."—Mentor Magazine"Gripping. . . . We catch a rare glimpse of the life and pre-Reformation piety of a sixteenth century English village."—Catholic Life (UK)"Duffy’s meticulous research enables us to catch a rare glimpse of 16th-century religious life as experienced by the poorest of the poor, whose distress at the constant and inexplicable changes wrought by the Reformation comes through clearly in this remarkable and highly praised account."—Good Book Guide (UK)"[A] vivid piece of microhistory. . . . Through a sensitive and sympathetic reading of this text written to be read out loud to Trychay’s parishioners, Duffy provides us with a rich and often witty portrait."—Alexandra Walsham, History (UK)"A vivid study. . . . What Duffy gives us is an utterly convincing and compelling work of reconstruction. Other historians have known and used the Morebath accounts, but we have not had this mixture of critical engagement and sheer enthusiasm before. . . . His book is alive with detail and Morebath comes to life in the process. . . . Christopher Trychay and the voices of Morebath are fortunate indeed to have found such a wise and compassionate judge as Eamon Duffy."—David Hoyle, Journal of Theological Studies (UK)"This book is a gem: small, colourful, many-faceted."—Lucy Wooding, Reviews in HistoryShort-listed for the Samuel Johnson Prize Long-listed for the British Academy Book awardWinner of the Hawthornden Prize for Literature for the best work of imaginative literature

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Book SynopsisA primer to the New Testament for those new to the material or those seeking deeper insights, from a master biblical scholarTrade Review“No book can do everything, not even in 850 pages, and no author can encompass the whole wealth of contemporary thought. Father Brown’s forthright declaration of his convictions in the foreword and his resolute defense of them in his exegesis rest on a robust confidence in reason and a moderate and balanced traditionalism. This judicious and reassuring approach may comfort many.”—Anthony J. Saldarini, New York Times Book Review“During his career, Brown has enlightened and challenged scholars. Here he brings his extensive knowledge to bear in a volume primarily for beginners, though it will serve equally well those who are not.”—Library Journal“This volume is, as always with Brown, beautifully written, and magisterial in its scholarship. . . . It is a fitting climax to his life’s work.”—Nicholas King SJ, The Tablet

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Book SynopsisFor well over two centuries the question of the composition of the Pentateuch has been among the most widespread and hotly debated issues in the field of biblical studies. This title presents a synthesized history of these disagreements and the varying methodologies each school has defended.

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Book SynopsisOutlines how Christianity transformed the ancient world in ways we may have forgotten: bringing liberation from fatalism, conferring great dignity on human beings, subverting the cruelest aspects of pagan society, and elevating charity above all virtues.Trade Review"Hart has the gifts of a good advocate. He writes with clarity and force, and he drives his points home again and again. He exposes his opponents errors of fact or logic with ruthless precision."—Anthony Kenny, Times Literary Supplement"It is a taut and tart introduction to the ideas that drove the Christian Revolution, fired by righteous anger and with an arsenal of learning that explodes off the page."—Nick Mattiske, The Lutheran (Australian Lutheran Church)"A brilliant investigation of the current fad among intellectuals for atheism."—Contemporary Review"A provocative work, vigorous, humorous, erudite."—James R. A. Merrick, Scottish Bulletin on Evangelical Theory". . . takes no prisoners in its response to fashionable criticisms of Christianity."—Dr Rowan Williams, The Archbishop of Canterbury, Church Times"Entertaining and challenging, this book brings us back to what Christmas is about."—Nick Baines, The Church Times (Christmas Books)"With impressive erudition and polemical panache, David Hart smites hip and thigh the peddlers of a 'new atheism' that recycles hoary arguments from the past. His grim assessment of our cultural moment challenges the hope that ‘the Christian revolution' could happen again."—Richard John Neuhaus, former editor in chief of First Things"Provoked by and responding to the standard-bearers of 'the New Atheism,' this original and intellectually impressive work deftly demolishes their mythical account of 'the rise of modernity.' Hart argues instead that the genuinely humane values of modernity have their historic roots in Christianity."—Geoffrey Wainwright, Duke Divinity School "In this learned, provocative, and sophisticated book, Hart presents a frontal challenge to today's myopic caricature of the culture and religion that existed in previous centuries."—Robert Louis Wilken, University of Virginia"Surely Dawkins, Hitchens et al would never have dared put pen to paper had they known of the existence of David Bentley Hart. After this demolition-job all that is left for them to do is repent and rejoice at the discreditation of their erstwhile selves."—John Milbank, author of Radical Orthodoxy: A New Theology"A devastating dissection of the 'new atheism,' a timely reminder of the fact that 'no Christianity' would have meant 'no West,' and a rousing good read. David Hart is one of America's sharpest minds, and this is Hart in full, all guns firing and the band playing on the deck."—George Weigel, Distinguished Senior Fellow, Ethics and Public Policy Center, Washington“An unanswerable and frequently hilarious demolition of the shoddy thinking and historical illiteracy of the so-called New Atheists.”—Michael Robbins, Commonweal -- Michael Robbins * Commonweal *

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Book SynopsisAre you an imperfect, trying-her-best mom? If you''re over reading parenting advice, The Magic of Motherhood should be your next read. Motherhood can often feel overwhelming and isolating. Your feelings swing between joy and uncertainty, intense love and anxiety, laughter and tears. Ashlee Gadd and the writers behind the popular blog Coffee + Crumbs have written a beautiful reminder of your identity, both as a woman and a mother. The Magic of Motherhood is a curated collection of honest stories weaving together the love, joy, and magnificent heartache of motherhood. Instead of offering advice, the writers offer something even better: their hearts. You''ll read essays about identity, adoption, body image, miscarriage, friendship, faith, and more.After reading, mothers will: Find joy in both beauty and mess Discover a renewed strength and sisterhood Be reassured that they are not alon

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Book SynopsisA Comprehensive Christian Resource for Treating Sexual Addiction and Problematic Sexual BehaviorAn estimated three to five percent of the U.S. population meet the criteria for sexual addiction, and many more engage in problematic sexual behavior or have been harmed by it. The statistics are startling: 77% of Christian men between 18 and 30 watch pornography monthly 35% of Christian men have had an extramarital affair 1 in 6 boys and 1 in 4 girls have been sexually abused Americans spend $13 billion a year on pornography, the regular viewing of which is linked to higher acceptance of violence against women and adversarial sexual beliefs. Therapists and pastors are not always adequately equipped to address the unique demands of competent care for those struggling with sexually addictive behaviors. Reclaiming Sexual Wholeness, edited by Todd Bowman, presents cutting-edge research from a diverse group of experts in

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Book SynopsisIs America the next missionary graveyard? Or is it ripe for spiritual revolution? The statistics seem grim. Every year, the decline of Christianity continues at a rapid pace, especially among young adults. Churches across the country are closing their doors, dying, or are being adopted by nearby larger churches. What is the story church leaders hear? We''ve lost the next generation.But this decline in religious affiliation has not made us less spiritual. Young adults are still asking questions that only faith (or religion) can fully answer. Questions are like seeds buried in the rich, dark soil of our hearts. Nurtured with oxygen and water, they unfold into that which they were meant to become. Absent these conditions, they wither in the dark. Those most resistant to Christianity are those whose questions did not receive oxygen in their faith communities while they were children and teenagers.Not a Hopeless Case is the story of questions, the questions of youn

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Book SynopsisNot only does God still speak to us apart from the Scriptures—we should expect Him to.This is the story of how Jack Deere learned to hear the voice of God in his life and how you can too.Now a modern classic, Jack wrote Surprised by the Voice of God over twenty-five years ago. Based on that first book, Why I Am Still Surprised by the Voice of God has been entirely rewritten and includes additional thoughts and insights from a lifetime of hearing God speak.Deere will guide you through the Bible to discover the variety of creative, deeply personal ways God still communicates with us today. You''ll learn:   How God speaks with people apart from the Bible, though never in contradiction to it. The ways God revealed his thoughts to the men and women of the Bible. Why God continues to speak to us today using the same methods. Deere provides counsel and guidance for knowing how to accurately hear God speak through prophecies, dreams, visions, and other forms of divine communication. With candor, sensitivity, and a profound understanding of Scripture, Deere identifies our hindrances to hearing the voice of God and calls us to a more intimate relationship with God.Filled with fascinating stories and intimate personal accounts, Why I Am Still Surprised by the Voice of God is for all who want to walk in friendship with GodTable of ContentsLaunching Out Chapter 1 Surprised by the Voice of God Chapter 2 The Problem of the Unreal Bible The Voice of God in the Bible and History Chapter 3 Jesus and the Voice of God Chapter 4 The New Testament Church and the Voice of God Chapter 5 Presbyterian Prophets? Chapter 6 A Conspiracy Against the Supernatural The Language of the Holy Spirit Chapter 7 God Speaks Through the Bible Chapter 8 God Speaks Through Experience Chapter 9 God Speaks Through Supernatural Means Chapter 10 God Speaks Through Natural Means Learning the Language of the Holy Spirit Chapter 11 Learning the Language of the Holy Spirit Chapter 12 Facilitating Prophetic Ministry Chapter 13 “God Told Me to Tell You…” Chapter 14 Prophetic Pitfalls Chapter 15 Dreams and Visions Why Doesn’t God Speak to Me Like That? Chapter 16 God Knows the Proud from Afar Chapter 17 Confessions of a Bible Deist Chapter 18 Unbelief Through Theology Chapter 19 Unbelief Through Magic and Fear Who Hears His Voice? Chapter 20 The Kind of People Who Hear the Voice of God Chapter 21 Recognizing the Voice The Word and the Spirit Chapter 22 The Power of the Word and the Spirit

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Book SynopsisLent is about more than just giving things up. It’s about preparing your heart for Jesus. Reflect in this season with The Hope of Easter.

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Book SynopsisWe are currently experiencing the largest and fastest religious shift in US history. It is greater than the First and Second Great Awakening and every revival in our country combined...but in the opposite direction. Yet precious little rigorous study has been done on the broad phenomenon of dechurching in America. Jim Davis and Michael Graham have commissioned the largest and most comprehensive study of dechurching in America by renowned sociologists Dr. Ryan Burge and Dr. Paul Djupe.The Great Dechurching takes the insights gleaned from this study to drill down on how exactly people are dechurching with respect to beliefs, behavior, and belonging.This book gives the church in America its first ever deep dive into the dechurched phenomenon. You''ll learn about the dechurched through a detailed sketch of demographics, size, core concerns, church off-ramps, historical roots, and the gravity of what is at stake. Then you''ll explore whTrade Review'Few things break my heart like watching friends leave the church behind. The Great Dechurching starts with bad news: I'm not alone. But there's still hope. Using insights drawn from Jim Davis and Michael Graham's writing, we've welcomed hundreds of dechurched people into our local church community, where they can encounter Jesus and construct life-changing relationships.' * Patrick Miller, pastor, author, and cohost of Truth over Tribe *'In The Great Dechurching, Jim Davis and Michael Graham with researcher Ryan Burge do just that, and their diagnosis is generally not encouraging. But the book does far more than offer an empirical diagnosis. They offer a plan of care for the church that can lead to renewed life in our churches, the return of many dechurched, and a greater gospel impact in our world. ' * Ed Stetzer, PhD, professor and dean, Talbot School of Theology *'Many Christian leaders and commentators have commented on trends in American church life. All of them will find something in The Great Dechurching that surprises them. But the appeal of this book isn't just bound up in the data it shares, as valuable as that is. Graham and Davis offer much in the way of shrewd analysis of the data and sober reflection on what it means for the life of the church in America. That analysis and reflection both elevate the book and offer to followers of Jesus a vision for how the next chapter of the Christian movement in America can be better than the one now coming to a close.' * Jake Meador, editor-in-chief, Mere Orthodoxy *'If you know someone who used to go to church and now doesn't, this book is for you. Jim Davis and Michael Graham have written a timely, necessary, and extremely beneficial resource that will compel and prepare those of us in the church to reach out to those who have left. The Great Dechurching is full of robust research that offers real hope and true help. This might be one of the most significant books you will read. May God use it to call many back to his beloved bride, the church.' * Courtney Doctor, director of women’s initiatives at The Gospel Coalition, Bible teacher, and author of From Garden to Glory, In View of God’s Mercies, and others *'Every church leader--either lay leader or ordained--needs to read this book to understand who is leaving churches, why they are leaving, and what it will take to bring them back. The Great Dechurching overflows with practical wisdom about the sobering reality of dechurching. While there is top level assessment of the numbers, the heart of the book is about people we all know and love. I am giving copies of this book to the clergy in the diocese where I serve, and I will assign it for the seminary courses I teach.' * Justin S. Holcomb, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida, seminary professor, and author *'This book is a clarion call, but it is not without hope or counsel. Instead of the mere pragmatism that often characterizes projects like this, the authors offer theological, confessional, and catechetical recommendations with ecclesiological convictions. The reader will still have to do the hard work of application to his or her own situation, but the reflection and action this book will spark could be significant. God is always up to something in moments like this, and we want to respond in wisdom and faithfulness to be instruments for his good purposes. * Ligon Duncan, chancellor and CEO, Reformed Theological Seminary *

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Book SynopsisWhy chasing after expressive individualism, experiences, and desires always fails to deliver on its promise of happiness.Today we are told to be true to ourselves, look within for answers, and follow our hearts. But when we put our own happiness first, we experience record-breaking levels of aimlessness, loneliness, depression, and anxiety. Self-centeredness always fails to deliver the fulfillment we''re seeking.In Don''t Follow Your Heart, Thaddeus Williams debunks the ten commandments of self-worship, which include popular propaganda, like: #liveyourbestlife: Thou shalt always act in accord with your chief end—to glorify and enjoy yourself forever. #followyourheart: Thou shalt obey your emotions at all costs. #yolo: Thou shalt pursue the rush of boundary-free experience.  Williams builds a case that this type of self-worship is not authentic, satisfying, orTrade Review'Don't Follow Your Heart is a bold, timely, and enjoyable read. Williams takes the top ten common 'commandments' permeating our culture and systematically shows how they each lead (surprisingly) to misery and brokenness. This is a book I will be recommending wholeheartedly to the next generation.' * Sean McDowell, Ph.D. apologetics professor at Biola University, popular YouTuber, author of A Rebel’s Manifesto *'Don't Follow Your Heart is filled with truths that lay bare the theological, philosophical, and logical failures of today's self-worship religion. Williams writes with a wit and relatability that make this book a joy to read. If I could put it into the hands of every Christian high school student, I would!' * Natasha Crain, speaker, podcaster, and author of four books including Faithfully Different *'In Don't Follow Your Heart, Thaddeus Williams challenges us to break the self-worship commandments that promise freedom but deliver captivity. I appreciate the bold urgency of this call. Following the herd is leading our generation off a cliff. Maybe a little heresy can do us a lot of good.' * Collin Hansen, editor in chief of The Gospel Coalition, host of Gospelbound, and author of Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation *'Thaddeus Williams skillfully dismantles the ten commandments of self worship and shows us a better way. Don't Follow Your Heart is a wonderfully biblical guidebook for those who desire full, meaningful, and counter-cultural lives--lives with God at the very center.' * Uche Anizor, associate professor of theology, Talbot School of Theology, Biola University, author of the award-winning Overcoming Apathy *'The fear of missing out (#FOMO) and self-worship began in the garden. Instead of bearing God's image as witnesses of his majesty, we have become imposters who bear witness to our own kingdoms. Thaddeus Williams exposes the futility of self-worship with kingdom of God-aligned correctives that reflect God's glory and his commitment to redeem us. Read this book expectantly. You won't be disappointed.' * Joanne Jung, Ph.D., associate dean of online education and faculty development and professor of biblical and theological studies, Biola University *'Today's ascendent religion--a new orthodoxy--derives from malformed self-love and expressive individualism and includes a new ethical code: following your heart. Gratefully, Thaddeus Williams here provides a calm, careful, and cogent cure rooted, not in Self, but in Savior, the One who created and loved us, the One who made our hearts for Him, the One who truly has just authority and thereby does all things right. Following one's heart will cause us to flinch in fear, being forever trapped in dead end comparisons and endless strivings to both 'follow our hearts' but also 'be like Mike.' Christ liberates us so that under His gentle yoke we no longer flinch in fear but can flourish in faith. By NOT following our hearts, we gain the heart of God. Dr. Williams illustrates the way to do so in this key and needed volume. Don't follow your heart; instead, follow my advice and read this book - twice!' * Jeffery J. Ventrella, J.D., Ph.D., architect, The Blackstone Legal Fellowship *'With the publication of Confronting Injustice without Compromising Truth, Professor Williams established himself as a leading evangelical philosophical Theologian with a tender heart for Jesus and others. He also possesses a keen eye for the hot-button issues in culture that are undermining unbelievers and believers alike. Now comes Don't Follow Your Heart, a penetrating book if insights that get deep into the heart of the emotional and spiritual suffering ubiquitous in our society. Not content to identify the fundamental problems, Williams goes on to provide us with ways to spot a set of problems in our own lives and practical steps to set them aside and live a more flourish biblical life. The book is deep but quite accessible and fun to read. I strongly recommend this book.' * JP Moreland, distinguished professor of philosophy, Talbot School of Theology, Biola University and author of A Simple Guide to Experiencing Miracles *

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Book SynopsisWhat If You’re Not a Failure? What If You’re Not Falling Behind? What If You’re Learning?“Every single thing that used to work has stopped working, all at the same time.”Award-winning author Shauna Niequist’s mom wrote down this phrase in her mid-forties and shared it with Shauna in her mid-forties. It was exactly the way Shauna was feeling at the time. Many of the beliefs and practices that had been useful in her life no longer worked. After trying—and failing—to move forward using the same old tools, she realized she required new ones: courage, curiosity, and self-compassion.Throughout the five sessions of her I Guess I Haven’t Learned That Yet video series, Shauna talks about unlearning what is no longer helpful, embracing curiosity, and making peace with the unexpected twists and turns of life. She shares candidly about the challenges and blessings she has experienced a

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Book SynopsisDiscover profound insight into God''s attributes and learn practical ways to live a God-centered life that bridges the gap between abstract theology and awe-inspiring devotion. The chief reason we exist is to glorify and enjoy God. But for many, God remains a vague cloud of cosmic kindness, a super-sized projection of ourselves into the sky, or an impossible-to-please killjoy. Who is God, really? Who is this being we should thank for our next breath? Written in the great tradition of classic discipleship works like A. W. Tozer''s The Pursuit of God, J.I. Packer''s Knowing God, and R.C. Sproul''s The Holiness of God, this discipleship guide stands out as our generation''s invitation to good theology that yields profound, reverent, God-centered living. Bestselling author of Confronting Injustice without Compromising Truth invites you live a more theologically robust and biblical life as you

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Book SynopsisMother Teresa''s heartfelt wisdom--collected here into an inspirational 365-day devotional--offers you comfort, peace, and love amid the noise, busyness, and confusion around you.Spread Love includes: 365 daily inspirational readings short and powerful meditations simple everyday prayers With so much happening in the world, are you looking for goodness and guidance? This year-long devotional contains a collection of encouraging quotes, stories, prayers, and teachings from the beloved Mother Teresa. Her daily guidance continues to reach the needs and circumstances of those who are thirsty for inspiration and spiritual nourishment in entries that are easy to understand and absorb.Let Mother Teresa''s words of wisdom help you live a fuller and happier life, closer to the Lord and able to serve your community more effectively. Each of the 365 entries offers you the opportunity to begin any time of the year an

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Book SynopsisIn this five-session video Bible study, Max Lucado explores the grace that God showed to Jacob in the Bible, revealing how the Lord sticks with the unworthy and the underachievers until they are safely home.

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Book SynopsisThe NIV Application Commentary helps readers with the vital task of bringing the ancient message of the Bible into a contemporary context. It gives preachers and teachers the tools, ideas, and insights they need to communicate God’s Word with the same powerful impact it had when it was first written.Trade Review“At a time when many pastors are deeply in need of inspiration and encouragement, these volumes… would be a good investment for congregations, even if it means adding a line to the annual budget.” * Christianity Today *“Here at last is a commentary which is not only academically well informed but which helps that commentary reader hear God’s Word and consider its implications; scholarship in service of the Church.” * Arthur Rowe, Spurgeon’s College *“If you want to avoid hanging applicational elephants from interpretational threads, then the NIV Application Commentary is for you! This series excels at both original meaning and contemporary significance. I support it one hundred percent.” * Howard G. Hendricks, Dallas Theological Seminary *“It is encouraging to find a commentary that is not only biblically trustworthy but also contemporary in its application. The NIV Application Commentary series will prove to be a helpful tool in the pastor’s sermon preparation. I use it and recommend it.” * Charles F. Stanley, Pastor, First Baptist Church of Atlanta *“It takes more than interpretation of God's Word to change lives, it takes application. Application is the bottom line in preaching and teaching. Without it, we’ve missed the point of the Bible. The NIV Application Commentary is an outstanding resource for pastors and anyone else who is serious about developing ‘doers of the Word.’” * Rick Warren, Pastor, Saddleback Valley Community Church *“The NIV Application Commentary builds bridges that make the Bible come alive with meaning for contemporary life--and the series do so concisely, clearly, and accurately. No wasted words or academic detours--just solid help and practical truth.” * Warren W. Weirsbe *“The NIV Application Commentary dares to go where few scholars have gone before---into the real world of biblical application faced by pastor and teachers every day. This is everything a good commentary series should be.” * Leith Anderson, Pastor, Wooddale Church *“The NIV Application Commentary is a magnificent gift to the church!” * Dr. R. Kent Hughes, Pastor, College Church, Wheaton, Illinois *“The NIV Application Commentary meets the urgent need for an exhaustive and authoritative commentary based on the New International Version. This series will soon be found in libraries and studies throughout the entire evangelical community.” * Dr. James Kennedy, PhD, Senior Minister, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church *“The NIV Application Commentary series doesn’t fool around: It gets right down to business, bringing this ancient and powerful Word of God into the present so that it can be heard and delivered with all the freshness of a new day, with all the immediacy of a friend’s embrace.” * Eugene Peterson *“The NIV Application Commentary series helps pastors and other Bible teachers with one of the most neglected elements of good preaching---accurate, useful application. Most commentaries tell you a few things that are helpful and much that you do not need to know. By dealing with the original meaning and contemporary significance of each passage, the NIV Application Commentary series promises to be helpful all the way around.” * Dr. James Montgomery Boice, Tenth Presbyterian Church *“The NIV Application Commentary series promises to be of great service to all who preach and teach the Word of God.” * J. I. Packer, Regent College *“The NIV Application Commentary series will be a great help for readers who want to understand what the Bible means, how it applies, and what they should do in response.” * Stuart Briscoe, Pastor, Elmbrook Church *“This series promises to become an indispensable tool for every pastor and teacher who seeks to make the Bible’s timeless message speak to this generation.” * Billy Graham *“This is the pulpit commentary for the 21st Century” * George K. Brushaber, President, Bethel College & Seminary *

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Book SynopsisThe NIV Application Commentary helps readers with the vital task of bringing the ancient message of the Bible into a contemporary context. It gives preachers and teachers the tools, ideas, and insights they need to communicate God’s Word with the same powerful impact it had when it was first written.Trade Review“At a time when many pastors are deeply in need of inspiration and encouragement, these volumes… would be a good investment for congregations, even if it means adding a line to the annual budget.” * Christianity Today *“Here at last is a commentary which is not only academically well informed but which helps that commentary reader hear God’s Word and consider its implications; scholarship in service of the Church.” * Arthur Rowe, Spurgeon’s College *“If you want to avoid hanging applicational elephants from interpretational threads, then the NIV Application Commentary is for you! This series excels at both original meaning and contemporary significance. I support it one hundred percent.” * Howard G. Hendricks, Dallas Theological Seminary *“It is encouraging to find a commentary that is not only biblically trustworthy but also contemporary in its application. The NIV Application Commentary series will prove to be a helpful tool in the pastor’s sermon preparation. I use it and recommend it.” * Charles F. Stanley, Pastor, First Baptist Church of Atlanta *“It takes more than interpretation of God's Word to change lives, it takes application. Application is the bottom line in preaching and teaching. Without it, we’ve missed the point of the Bible. The NIV Application Commentary is an outstanding resource for pastors and anyone else who is serious about developing ‘doers of the Word.’” * Rick Warren, Pastor, Saddleback Valley Community Church *“The NIV Application Commentary builds bridges that make the Bible come alive with meaning for contemporary life--and the series do so concisely, clearly, and accurately. No wasted words or academic detours--just solid help and practical truth.” * Warren W. Weirsbe *“The NIV Application Commentary dares to go where few scholars have gone before---into the real world of biblical application faced by pastor and teachers every day. This is everything a good commentary series should be.” * Leith Anderson, Pastor, Wooddale Church *“The NIV Application Commentary is a magnificent gift to the church!” * Dr. R. Kent Hughes, Pastor, College Church, Wheaton, Illinois *“The NIV Application Commentary meets the urgent need for an exhaustive and authoritative commentary based on the New International Version. This series will soon be found in libraries and studies throughout the entire evangelical community.” * Dr. James Kennedy, PhD, Senior Minister, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church *“The NIV Application Commentary series doesn’t fool around: It gets right down to business, bringing this ancient and powerful Word of God into the present so that it can be heard and delivered with all the freshness of a new day, with all the immediacy of a friend’s embrace.” * Eugene Peterson *“The NIV Application Commentary series helps pastors and other Bible teachers with one of the most neglected elements of good preaching---accurate, useful application. Most commentaries tell you a few things that are helpful and much that you do not need to know. By dealing with the original meaning and contemporary significance of each passage, the NIV Application Commentary series promises to be helpful all the way around.” * Dr. James Montgomery Boice, Tenth Presbyterian Church *“The NIV Application Commentary series promises to be of great service to all who preach and teach the Word of God.” * J. I. Packer, Regent College *“The NIV Application Commentary series will be a great help for readers who want to understand what the Bible means, how it applies, and what they should do in response.” * Stuart Briscoe, Pastor, Elmbrook Church *“This series promises to become an indispensable tool for every pastor and teacher who seeks to make the Bible’s timeless message speak to this generation.” * Billy Graham *“This is the pulpit commentary for the 21st Century” * George K. Brushaber, President, Bethel College & Seminary *

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Book SynopsisConcentrate on the biblical author’s message as it unfolds.Designed to assist the pastor and Bible teacher in conveying the significance of God’s Word, the Zondervan Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament series treats the literary context and structure of every passage of the New Testament book in the original Greek.With a unique layout designed to help you comprehend the form and flow of each passage, the ZECNT unpacks: The key message. The author’s original translation. An exegetical outline. Verse-by-verse commentary. Theology in application.  While primarily designed for those with a basic knowledge of biblical Greek, all who strive to understand and teach the New Testament will benefit from the depth, format, and scholarship of these volumes.In this volume, Thomas R. Schreiner offers pastors, students, and teachers a focused resource for readi

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Book SynopsisThe only fully updated and exhaustive index to every word in the NIV Bible. Whether you''re doing word or topical studies for seminary papers, sermon prep, or just for fun; this Bible concordance is essential for helping you find the Scripture passage or verse you''re looking for.Features include: Complete alphabetical listing of every word in the NIV Bible, with book/chapter/verse Bible references, a line of content for each of a particular word''s appearances, and the G/K number for the word translated by the NIV. Dictionary-indexes that define every Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek word in the Bible, including the possible meaning of every proper name. Frequency counts given for each biblical word, both in the original languages and in English. Special index of articles, conjunctions, particles, prepositions, and pronouns. Unique numbering system developed by Goodrick and Kohlenberger (G/K) that eliminates the inherent gaps, flaws, and inaccuracies of the old Strong''s numbering system and refers the user to the Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek words that are translated by the NIV. The NIV Exhaustive Bible Concordance is the only complete concordance with every appearance of every word in the New International Version. More accurate and comprehensive than online searches and Strong''s concordances, and it offers complete access to the original-language Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek words, this award-winning resource promises to make your Bible study the very best.

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Book SynopsisIn this volume, Peter Davids offers a comprehensive study of the General or Catholic Epistles of James, 1-2 Peter, and Jude, which are often insufficiently covered in more general New Testament introductions, theologies, and surveys. Before discussing a theology of each of the four letters, Davids first deals with their common aspectstheir shared background in the Greco-Roman world and a similar Christology, view of the source of sin, and eschatologythus justifying their being treated together. In the chapters that follow, Davids embarks upon a theological reading of each letter informed by its social-rhetorical understandingwhat they meant in the context of their original cultural settingsincluding: a survey of recent scholarship, a discussion of relevant introductory issues, a thematic commentary, a treatment of important theological themes, and a discussion of the place of the letter in the biblical canon and its contribution to New Testament theology.The Biblical Theology

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Book SynopsisThe Me I Want to Be will help you discover spiritual vitality like never before as you learn to live in the flow of the spirit.Why does spiritual growth seem so difficult?God''s vision for your life is not just that you are saved by grace, but that you also learn to live by grace, flourishing with the Spirit flowing through you. And this book will show how God''s perfect vision for you starts with a powerful promise: All those who trust in God will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit (Jeremiah 17:7-8).Pastor and bestselling author John Ortberg first helps gauge your spiritual health and measure the gap between where you are now and where God intends you to be. Then he provides detailed tasks and exercises to help you live in the flow of the Spirit, ci

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Book SynopsisWhat happens when we literally walk out our Christian life? Drawing on Jesus'' lived example of walking, pastor and bestselling author Mark Buchanan explores one of the oldest spiritual practices of our faith.We often act as if faith is only about the mind. But what about our bodies? What does our physical being have to do with our spiritual life? When the Bible calls us to walk in the light, walk by faith, or walk in truth, it means these things literally as much as figuratively.The most obvious thing about Jesus'' method of discipleship, in fact, is that he walked and invited others to walk with him. It''s in the walking that his disciples are taught, formed, tested, empowered, and released.Part theology, part history, part field guide, God Walk explores: Walking as spiritual formation Walking as healing Walking as exercise Walking as prayer Walking as pilgrimage With pr

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Book SynopsisSay Yes gives you the mental and spiritual practices you need to enjoy your life again--and bring greater fullness than you could imagine before.My life doesn''t look anything like I wanted it to. How do I even keep going? When the dreams for our life die, our vision of who we hoped to become often dies too. That''s when The Voice of Giving Up appears.Visual artist and spiritual director Scott Erickson has had long midnight conversations with The Voice of Giving Up, and he knows how anxiety and depression make The Voice especially loud. But he''s discovered that our darkest moments are sometimes doorways to a deeper, more joy-filled journey of recovering who we are, why we''re here, and why the future bursts with possibilities if we are willing to say yes to life''s brightest gifts.In Say Yes, Scott helps you learn how to reawaken your deepest desires, disempower your greatest fears, and identify the d

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Book SynopsisThis beautiful keepsake book provides a priceless reminder of the bountiful life God has planned for your graduates, helping them uncover and understand His purpose for their life.Graduates have choices to make beyond what college to attend or what job to accept. What will they do with their lives? And for whom will they live?Based on the New York Times bestseller The Purpose Driven Life, the collection of thoughts and Scriptures inside these pages will help high school and college graduates develop deeper meaning for their life by embracing these key truths: You were planned for God''s pleasure You were formed for a family and community You were created to become like Christ You were shaped for serving God You were made for a mission More than just a book, The Purpose Driven Life: Selected Thoughts and Scriptures for the Graduate, now updated and expa

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Book Synopsis*Note: Lead Like It Matters is a completely revised and updated version of the book previously published as It: How Churches and Leaders Can Get It and Keep It.*Discover the secret to igniting a life-giving, soul-transforming, people-inspiring movement in your organization, church, or ministry--and the trick to keeping the momentum going.In Lead Like It Matters, New York Times bestselling author and pastor Craig Groeschel shares the transformative insights he''s learned about how to effectively build a thriving, enduring ministry and organization.Using the leadership skills he''s mastered as the founder and senior pastor of Life.Church--one of the largest churches in the world and an organization that Glassdoor has named a #1 U.S. Best Place to Work--he combines straight talk and wry honesty with biblical and leadership principles to equip you to: Recognize when your organization or ministry has the indefinable but tangible it that leads to success Identify and implement seven leadership principles for a church that lasts Ignite a fire in your team to leave behind what we''ve always done for the meaningful ministry you know is possible Discover the three areas every leader must master for success  Praise for Lead Like It Matters:My friend Craig Groeschel is the visionary and pioneer of America''s largest church. In Lead Like It Matters, he''s generous enough to share the most important lessons he''s learned along the way. This isn''t just an insightful and interesting book; it''s a game-changing guide to leading with purpose.--Steven Furtick, lead pastor, Elevation Church; New York Times bestselling author, Crash the Chatterbox, Greater, and (Un)Qualified

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Book SynopsisSixty-Six Books. One Story. All About One Name.Encounter the living Jesus in all of Scripture. From the Passion movement, The Jesus Bible, ESV Edition, lifts Jesus up as the lead story of the Bible.Profound yet accessible study features help you meet Jesus throughout Scripture. See him in every book so that you may know him more intimately, love him more passionately, and walk with him more faithfully.Features:          Introduction by Louie Giglio 66 book introductions highlight the story of Jesus in every book 6 compelling essays on the grand narrative of Scripture guide you to treasure Jesus and encourage you to faithfully follow him as you participate in his story Over 300 full-page articles and nearly 700 sidebar articles reveal Jesus throughout all of Scripture Complete English Standard Version (ESV) text of the Bible A beautiful specia

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