MacDonald uses relatable stories and metaphors to help readers understand how change begins in the heart and why attending to one's inner world is a critical foundation for spiritual growth and maturity. Read if you feel angry, burned out, stagnant, overwhelmed, overworked, or disconnected from God. Or to reset your approach to spiritual life. (The book includes a helpful study guide).
Read MoreThe best way to explain the book's purpose might be to use the author’s own words: “…it is an attempt to make our mental image of who God is more accurate.” (127). It’s beautifully written and destined to become a classic in Christian literature.
Read MoreAs a self-proclaimed layman of the faith, Lewis humbly puts forth the explanations that helped him understand seemingly unfathomable spiritual mysteries. He does this in an engaging way that makes the book the enduring classic that it has become.
Read MoreBeloved pastor, author, and blogger Tim Challies processed his deep grief in the year following the tragic death of his college-age son, Nick, in this hope-filled memoir. His reflections capture not only a grieving father’s thoughts and emotions in the terrible months after losing his child but also his convictions - his assurance of God’s comfort, hope, and healing. The result is a shining light for anyone grieving and suffering, pointing us to our only hope in life and death.
Read MoreKeller takes a deep and helpful dive into the profound topic of prayer - our conversations with God. Even the disciples wondered how to pray, asking Jesus to teach them. With practical insights and tapping into the Bible and the works of great Christian thinkers, Keller helps readers learn how to go deeper. A well-researched and accessible book, it’s had a measurable impact on my prayer life.
Read MoreBased on a lifetime of teaching, coaching, and experiencing overwhelm himself, Tommy Thompson has created a compassionate and practical guide for identifying and dealing with overload. Through personal examples and Biblical wisdom, he helps us breathe again. (Companion Bible study also available).
Read MoreReading this book by pastor, author, and counselor Nicole Unice felt like a much-needed relational and communication boot camp. She teaches readers how to lean in during pivotal moments of conflict to experience “miracle moments” of growth and healing. (Companion Bible study also available).
Read MoreLawyer and author Justin Earley offers practical guidance for re-framing the habits that fill our days and shape our hearts. With refreshing candor and a succinct writing style, Earley makes a compelling argument about the impact of our “automatic behaviors.” For anyone concerned about spiritual formation, technology’s soul impact, and the power of our choices, check it out.
Read MoreBy humbly and authentically sharing his personal experiences in life and prayer, Miller helps us to get real about our preconceptions, misconceptions, and even ignorance about our conversations with God. He skillfully shows us how to make prayer a vital and valuable part of everyday life - helping us see that the “work” of prayer isn’t work at all.
Read MoreEugene H. Peterson encourages readers to continue in the ancient and valuable tradition of "praying everything they lived and living everything they prayed over the long haul." Using the Psalms the Israelites sang on the ascent to Jerusalem for festivals as a guide, he walks us through critical areas of growth and formation on the Christian pilgrimage. Topics include work, happiness, obedience, perseverance, hope, and more.
Read MoreAuthor & pastor Tim Keller penned this book during the early phases of the pandemic while undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer. His calm voice of faith, trust, and reason, particularly during such a difficult season, is incredibly inspiring. He points us to the Source of all hope - the resurrection of Christ - and explains how that hope permeates and changes everything, now and in the future.
Read MoreJustin Earley takes the lessons of his book, The Common Rule, and applies them to parenting. In his words, “…by changing our knee-jerk reactions to ordinary situations, we uncover different ways of letting God’s grace guide our hearts - and our children’s hearts - into new patterns of life together.” (p. 8) Helpful for grandparents & couples as well.
Read MoreBecause emotions are such an integral part of our human design, it would seem logical that we should intuitively understand them. But, to the contrary, many factors influence our awareness and experience of emotions. Husband and wife Tristen & Jonathan Collins offer this helpful guide to help readers unpack feelings in a way that leads to emotional health and flourishing and a deeper connection to God.
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