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Where is God in a Coronavirus World?
By John Lennox

How belief in a loving and sovereign God helps us to make sense of and cope with the coronavirus outbreak.

We are living through a unique, era-defining period. Many of our old certainties have gone, whatever our view of the world and whatever our beliefs.  The coronavirus pandemic and its effects are perplexing and unsettling for all of us.  How do we begin to think it through and cope with it?  (more…)

Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With?
By Sam Alberry

Christians are increasingly seen as outdated, restrictive and judgmental when it comes to sex before marriage, cohabitation, homosexuality, gender identity, or transgender rights.  In fact for many people, this issue is one of the biggest barriers for them considering Christianity.

Sam Allberry, author of many books including Is God Anti-Gay? sets out God’s good design for the expression of human sexuality, showing that (more…)

The Bible In One Year – A Commentary
By Nicky Gumbel

Nicky Gumbel, pioneer of Alpha – a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith – and vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton in Kensington, London, aids readers following the Bible in one year programme to understand the Scriptures better.

Drawing out a theme for each day from the designated Bible readings, Gumbel’s exegetical writings on the Proverbs, Psalms and New and Old Testament excerpts are packed with insight, wisdom and application.  (more…)

Faitheism
By Krish Kandiah

Over the past decade the Religion vs. Atheism debate has generated a lot more heat than light.  With passionate advocates on both sides, it is possible we have lost sight of the real people and problems behind the controversies and conflicts.

Where does the truth lie?

In Faitheism Krish Kandiah asks us to take a long hard look at ourselves (more…)

Devoted To God’s Church: Core Values For Christian Fellowship
By Sinclair B. Ferguson

Many people “go to church.”  Sinclair Ferguson, with his typical gentleness and wisdom, teaches us how to “be the church” as Christ defines it.  This simple, clear, and moving book will be great help for people interested in learning more about becoming members of a church.  It is also a good tool for those who wish to inject fresh zeal and joy into the membership they already possess.’ — JOEL BEEKE

Being a Christian is not an individualistic or isolated activity.  (more…)

Candles in the Dark
By Rowan Williams

“As we contemplate the coming months, not knowing when we can breathe again, it’s worth thinking about how already the foundations have been laid for whatever new opportunities God has for us on the far side of this crisis.”  Rowan Williams offers these words of wisdom and many more in Candles in the Dark.  This powerful and timely book brings together the 26 weekly Christian meditations originally posted online from March to September 2020, during lockdown in the first wave of the Covid-19 pandemic, for the congregation of his local parish church.  (more…)

Bloodline
By Skip Heitzig

Discover the Savior on Every Page of Scripture

You will find no greater theme in all the Bible than the scarlet thread of redemption.  It runs through every book, from beginning to end.  Follow this thread, and you’ll find yourself filled with constant wonder and gratitude over all that Jesus has done and will do for you – and what He is preparing for you in heaven.  (more…)

The Ultimate Bible Trivia, Puzzles, & Facts
Thomas Nelson

Christians often struggle to feel familiar with their Bibles, recalling only well-known texts and characters rather than the whole story of the God they follow.  But learning and reviewing facts about Bible characters, Bible history, and more can be a lighthearted, engaging endeavor.  This collection of games and puzzles helps learners gain Bible knowledge through fun activities for small groups or individuals looking to continue learning and remembering (more…)

How To Help Your Anxious Teen
By Jessica Thompson

Help Your Teen Find Joy and Peace

If your son or daughter is suffering from anxiety, you probably have more questions than answers: What is causing the anxiety?  Is this normal teenage angst or something more serious?  What can I do to help?

Jessica Thompson, the mother of three teens, has seen kids (more…)