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In a time of division and discord, Christians have come to be seen not as bearers of good news and love but of judgement and intolerance. How did we get here? And what can we do about it? With a reporter's eye and a compassionate heart, Philip Yancey—bestselling author of What's So Amazing...

The history of the Western church is stained by injustice. The impulse to resist justice and look the other way has harmed the church and the people it aims to serve. But a different future is possible. In The Justice of Jesus, Joash Thomas surveys the history of injustice and colonization in the Global South at the hands of the Western church. He shows that in addition to harming colonized peoples, colonization has limited Western Christians' understanding of the gospel, leading us to devalue the pursuit of justice for our neighbors on the margins.

NARRATED BY TODD FRIEL AND GREG GIFFORD "Few books combine theological precision with practical wisdom as skillfully as Lies My Therapist Told Me." — Jonny Ardavanis "Dr. Gifford is an incredible resource." — Allie Beth Stuckey "Lies My Therapist Told Me is a worthwhile, thoughtful read."...

*With a foreword from Tim Keller* A bold vision for Christians who want to engage the world in a way that is biblically faithful and culturally sensitive. In Biblical Critical Theory, Christopher Watkin shows how the Bible and its unfolding story help us make sense of modern life and culture...

What to say and how to say it. What not to say. When it's best to remain silent. What to do when you've said something you wish you could take back. . . In this study, you'll take a personal tour through the hows (and how-not-tos) of dealing with the tongue. The Bible has a lot to say about the...

The kingdom of God is a beautiful revolution. Marked by the radical life, love, servanthood, and humility of Jesus, it stands in stark contrast to the values and ways of the world.Regrettably, many who profess to follow Christ have bought into the world’s methods, seeking to impose a sort of...

An inspiring true story of one man’s journey of finding his purpose as he overcomes overwhelming obstacles to bring clean water to millions of the world’s neediest people―inviting us all to discover the amazing way that God has designed each one of us to impact this world in a unique way...

A chilling and urgently needed exposé on the forces pushing American politics and religion toward a post-constitutional autocracy This program is read by the author. From Silicon Valley boardrooms to rural pulpits, from Catholic monasteries to Beltway think tanks and Project 2025, a convergence...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Rahab From Harlot to Heroin is a powerful Bible-based journey of grace, redemption, and restored identity. Through Rahab’s story, Coach Charles Owidi challenges readers to look beyond labels, past mistakes, social judgment, and brokenness to see what...

This modern guide to hard conversations offers a conversational framework for telling the truth without losing the relationship. Many of us feel unprepared in what to say and how to say it when it comes to online and in-person discussions about morality, sexuality, religion, and truth itself. Forgive Me If I Was Rude offers a clear, compassionate framework for engaging in those conversations effectively.

Christian fixation with political power is the theological emergency of our time, and in Defying Tyrants, Matthew D. Taylor traces the origins of Christian supremacy. Jesus directed his followers away from the race for power, but somewhere along the way, many Christians turned Jesus into a...

An essential resource for Christian parents wondering how to respond when a child identifies as LGBT. Children of all ages face social pressures, negative influences, and questions about identity, including sexuality and gender. As a parent, you long to stay connected to your child while...

This Is How God Talks to You is a practical, beginner-friendly DayReader that helps you start (and stick with) Bible reading in just 10–15 minutes a day. In 60 short entries, readers learn simple tools, the right questions to ask, and encouragement that turns “overwhelmed” into a...

To end homelessness, we don’t have to choose between faith and facts For over a century, the primary Christian ministry model for the un­housed in North America has been gospel rescue missions that offer shelter and food but prioritize evangelism over proven solutions. This approach often...

It's time to "Drain the Swamp." With the right leadership, it will get done. The nation's frustration with political scandals, partisan corruption, and the government's quest for control during the pandemic has created an urgency to drain the swamp of government corruption. America needs a...

Love first. Ask questions later. In the middle of the Iraq War, Jeremy and Jessica Courtney found themselves with their two children caught up in the turmoil, just hoping to make a difference. After an encounter with a father whose little girl was dying from a heart defect, they began to...

Everywhere we look, we see brokenness: wars, cruelty, and heartache and much more. We feel it in the world around us and in our own lives. How did it get to be this way? During his tenure as founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City, Timothy Keller explained on a weekly...

In his most challenging and outward-facing book yet, Pope Francis reflects on ten vital issues the world is facing today. I Am Asking in the Name of God is an unflinching and inspiring work that celebrates the tenth anniversary of Francis' papal election and encompasses his hopes and dreams for the Church and for all humanity. I Am Asking in the Name of God is the Pope's manifesto for the world: a heartfelt call for all people to to embrace and encourage the good, while rejecting and renouncing the dark forces of hatred, greed, deceit and delusion that threaten to engulf us.

Christian Book Award - Finalist 2021!! A rich portrayal of living faithfully and happily as a Christian with same-sex attraction that paints a compelling picture of discipleship for every believer. In this powerful and personal book, author Rachel Gilson describes her own unexpected journey of...

The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, Biblical Critical Theory Audio Lectures, Part 1 includes high-quality live recordings of college-level lectures that cover the...