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paperbackJust Spirituality
How Faith Practices Fuel Social Action
by Mae Cannon
Throughout history, Christians have been called by God to active engagement in society on behalf of the poor and oppressed. Christian leaders have been instrumental in caring for people who are poor, fighting injustice and advocating for social change. But they have never done so on their own power. Their energy and zeal were fueled by inner spiritual practices that propelled them forward into the ...
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paperbackVoices and Views on Paul
Exploring Scholarly Trends
by Ben Witherington III and Jason A. Myers
ECPA Top Shelf Book Cover Award
In the field of Pauline studies, much has changed over the last twenty years. Since Ben Witherington III first published his influential book The Paul Quest, monumental works have appeared from scholars such as James D. G. Dunn, N. T. Wright, E. P. Sanders, and John Barclay. The New Perspective is no longer new, and ...
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paperbackShort-Term Mission
An Ethnography of Christian Travel Narrative and Experience
by Brian M. Howell
Over the past few decades, short-term mission trips have exploded in popularity. With easy access to affordable air travel, millions of American Christians have journeyed internationally for ministry, service and evangelism. Short-term trips are praised for involving many in global mission but also critiqued for their limitations.Despite the diversity of destinations, certain universal commonalities ...
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paperbackThe Living Church
Convictions of a Lifelong Pastor
by John Stott
At the 150th anniversary of the dedication of his church, John Stott gave voice to his dream for All Souls, London, and all souls everywhere: "I have a dream of
- . . . a biblical church
- . . . a worshiping church
- . . . a caring church
- . . . a serving church
- . . . an expectant church
Reflecting on his ...
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paperbackChristian Mission in the Modern World
by John Stott
Revised by Christopher J. H. WrightJesus sends us into the world just as the Father sent him. And yet thousands of years later Christians continue to disagree on what this involves. Some believe that the focus of Christian mission is evangelizing and "saving souls." Others emphasize global justice issues or relief and development work. Is either view correct on its own?
John Stott's classic book presents an enduring and holistic ...
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paperbackWhy Business Matters to God
(And What Still Needs to Be Fixed)
by Jeff Van Duzer
Jeff Van Duzer grew up thinking business was the source of much damage and evil in the world, the work of greedy capitalists polluting the environment. Thirty years later he was dean of a business school.In the course of that remarkable transformation, Van Duzer found cause for both hope and concern. He discovered many business people achieving a great deal of good for society as well as a lot of ...
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paperbackRun with the Horses
The Quest for Life at Its Best
by Eugene H Peterson
Preface by Eric E PetersonLearning to Live the Life You Long For
In Jeremiah 12:5 God says to the prophet, "If you're worn out in this footrace with men, what makes you think you can race against horses?"
We all long to live life at its best—tofuse freedom and spontaneity with purpose and meaning. Why then do we often find our lives so humdrum, so unadventuresome, so routine? Or else so frantic, ...
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paperbackOpening to God
Lectio Divina and Life as Prayer
by David G. Benner
Most Christians want to experience spiritual transformation. But many are frustrated by the limited progress of our spiritual self-improvement efforts. We find our praying burdened by a sense of obligation and failure.
But prayer is not merely something we do; prayer is what God does in us. Prayer is not just communication with God—it is communion with God. As we open ourselves ...
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paperbackTheology as Discipleship
by Keith L. Johnson
First Things' Year in Books
For many people, the word "theology" evokes something dry, academic, irrelevant and disconnected from the everyday concerns of life. We surely would not say that about God, so why is our talk about God any different?
In this engaging and accessible introduction, Keith Johnson takes a fresh look at theology. He presents ...
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paperbackReal Life
A Christianity Worth Living Out
by James Choung
What does it mean to follow Jesus? And how should we help others become more like him?Once upon a time, being a Christian seemed clear. Say these words, pray these prayers, do these things. But out in the real world, following Jesus feels more nebulous. What's the point?That's Stephen's struggle in these pages as he wonders if he has missed his calling. In this compelling narrative, James Choung ...
