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  • Understanding Scientific Theories of Origins: Cosmology, Geology, and Biology in Christian Perspective, By Robert C. Bishop and Larry L. Funck and Raymond J. Lewis and Stephen O. Moshier and John H. Walton
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    Understanding Scientific Theories of Origins

    Cosmology, Geology, and Biology in Christian Perspective

    BioLogos Books on Science and Christianity

    by Robert C. Bishop, Larry L. Funck, Raymond J. Lewis, Stephen O. Moshier, and John H. Walton

    The question of origins remains a stumbling block for many. But just as the Psalmist gained insight into God's character through the observation of nature, modern scientific study can deepen and enrich our vision of the Creator and our place in his creation. In this often contentious field Bishop, Funck, Lewis, Moshier, and Walton serve as our able guides. Based on over two decades of teaching ...

  • The Face of Forgiveness: A Pastoral Theology of Shame and Redemption, By Philip D. Jamieson
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    The Face of Forgiveness

    A Pastoral Theology of Shame and Redemption

    by Philip D. Jamieson

    Jesus tells Peter to forgive "not seven times, but seventy-seven times" (Matt 18:22), and the atoning work of Christ is at the center of Christian thought. Yet many followers of Christ often struggle with offering or receiving forgiveness. The Face of Forgiveness seeks to address this dilemma and present a way forward. Utilizing contemporary distinctions between shame and guilt, Philip ...

  • The Flourishing Pastor: Recovering the Lost Art of Shepherd Leadership, By Tom Nelson
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    The Flourishing Pastor

    Recovering the Lost Art of Shepherd Leadership

    Made to Flourish Resources

    by Tom Nelson
    Foreword by Chris Brooks

    Christianity Today Book Award—Church and Pastoral Leadership

    The Gospel Coalition Book Awards Honorable Mention

    Pastoral leadership is in crisis. It's not just that many pastors feel overwhelmed and stressed out; many have lost their way. With the risk of burnout at an all-time high, what pastors need is not just a new leadership ...

  • Discerning Ethics: Diverse Christian Responses to Divisive Moral Issues, Edited by Hak Joon Lee and Tim Dearborn
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    Discerning Ethics

    Diverse Christian Responses to Divisive Moral Issues

    Edited by Hak Joon Lee and Tim Dearborn
    Foreword by Mark Labberton

    Racism. Immigration. Gun violence. Sexuality. Health care.

    The number of ethical issues that demand a response from Christians today is almost dizzying. How can Christians navigate such matters? What are faithful responses to these questions?

    Edited by two theologians with pastoral experience, this volume invites engagement with these issues and more by drawing on real-life ...

  • Dwell: Life with God for the World, By Barry D. Jones
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    Dwell

    Life with God for the World

    by Barry D. Jones
    Foreword by Michael Frost

    Popular notions of Christian spirituality today tend to focus on getting us out of the world or getting the world out of us. Many are looking to spirituality as a means of disengaging from this life—to experience the transcendent or discover personal wholeness. On the other hand, much of popular Christian thought seems to be about avoiding the corruption of the world by being pious and following ...

  • Life in the Presence of God: Practices for Living in Light of Eternity, By Kenneth Boa
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    Life in the Presence of God

    Practices for Living in Light of Eternity

    by Kenneth Boa

    • 2018 IVP Readers' Choice Award

    God is everywhere and always with us. So why don't we experience his presence more? Life is full of distractions, and our 24/7 news cycles and social media drown out the voice of God. It's hard to discern God's presence amid the hubbub. But experiencing God is not just for the super-spiritual or ultra-mature. Every Christian can ...

  • An Unhurried Life: Following Jesus' Rhythms of Work and Rest, By Alan Fadling
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    An Unhurried Life

    Following Jesus' Rhythms of Work and Rest

    by Alan Fadling

    • The 2014 Christianity Today Book Award of Merit Winner (Spirituality)

    "I am a recovering speed addict."

    Beginning with this confession, pastor and spiritual director Alan Fadling describes his journey out of the fast lane and into the rhythms of Jesus. Following the framework of Jesus' earthly life, Fadling shows how the work of "unhurrying" ...

  • Psalms, Volume 2: With Guided Meditations, Edited by Brian Chung and Bryan Ye-Chung
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    Psalms, Volume 2

    With Guided Meditations

    Alabaster Guided Meditations

    Edited by Brian Chung and Bryan Ye-Chung
    Contributions by Kathy Khang

    Come and experience the Scriptures in a fresh and life-giving way.

    In this collaboration between Alabaster Co. and IVP, the full text of Psalms 72-150 is presented alongside beautiful full-color photographs and guided meditations by author and Bible teacher Kathy Khang. Carefully designed as a practical, study-focused version of Alabaster's other bible books, the Alabaster ...

  • Matthew, Edited by Brian Chung and Bryan Ye-Chung
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    Matthew

    Alabaster Guided Meditations

    Contributions by Jan Johnson
    Edited by Brian Chung and Bryan Ye-Chung

    Come and experience the Scriptures in a fresh and life-giving way. In this collaboration between Alabaster Co. and IVP, the full text of the Gospel of Matthew is presented alongside beautiful full-color photographs and fourteen guided meditations by Bible teacher, author, and spiritual director Jan Johnson. Carefully designed as a practical, study-focused version of Alabaster's ...

    Number of Studies: 14

  • Psalms, Volume 1: With Guided Meditations, Edited by Brian Chung and Bryan Ye-Chung
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    Psalms, Volume 1

    With Guided Meditations

    Alabaster Guided Meditations

    Edited by Brian Chung and Bryan Ye-Chung
    Contributions by Kathy Khang

    Come and experience the Scriptures in a fresh and life-giving way.

    In this collaboration between Alabaster Co. and IVP, the full text of Psalms 1-72 is presented alongside beautiful full-color photographs and guided meditations by author and Bible teacher Kathy Khang. Carefully designed as a practical, study-focused version of Alabaster's other bible books, the Alabaster Guided ...