Final Words
Adam Hamilton
Hardcover, 144 pp., $14.99
Abingdon Press (December 2011)

In his inspiring follow-up to 24 Hours That Changed the World, Adam Hamilton examines Christ’s dying hours and his final words as seen and heard through the eyes and ears of those who stood near the cross. Moving through each chapter you will begin to understand and respond to Jesus’ final words at the cross while learning about those who were eye witnesses to the crucifixion. In the final chapter, Hamilton moves beyond the cross to Jesus’ words to the disciples on the road to Emmaus and to those who were witnesses to the Resurrection.

Welcome to the Story
Stephen Nichols
Paperback, 176 pp., $15.99
Crossway Books (July 7, 2011)

We may be diligent readers of the Bible, but somewhere between resolve and reality is a disconnect. Could it be that we often miss the forest for the trees? Could it be that we inadvertently try to make the narrative, the story, about us? In one sense, the story is about us. It is about our creation, our fall into sin, our redemption, and our restoration. But the Bible is also a fascinating story about God—his work, his character, his plan, and his fame. Here is a book that invites you to enter in, to participate, and to truly appreciate the very story of God.

Beautiful Outlaw
John Eldredge
Hardcover, 240 pp., $22.99
FaithWords (October 12, 2011)

Reading the Gospels without knowing the personality of Jesus is like watching television with the sound turned off. The result is a dry, two dimensional person doing strange, undecipherable things. John Eldredge removes the religious varnish to help readers discover stunning new insights into the humanity of Jesus. He was definitely not the Jesus of the stained glass. In the author’s winsome, narrative approach, he breaks Jesus out of the typical stereotypes, just as he set masculinity free in his book, Wild at Heart.

Day of War
Cliff Graham
Paperback, 368 pp., $14.99
Zondervan (June 4, 2011)

Day of War is a gritty, intense, stylistic portrait of the Mighty Men of Israel—a rag-tag band of disgruntled warriors on the run with David, the soon-to-be King, whose legendary deeds are recorded in 2 Samuel 23 and 1 Chronicles 11.

Love & Ashes
Trudy Chun
Paperback, 196 pp., $12.99
Createspace (November 14, 2010)

Death, Infidelity, Porn Addiction, Divorce, Singleness…Where is God when love fails? Love&Ashes tackles these issues head-on by sharing true love stories where everything does not turn out alright. These riveting stories lay the framework for exploring scriptural stories for common themes. In the end, Love&Ashes challenges women to discover a whole new perspective on love and how God works in our own lives.

The One Year Book of Discovering Jesus
in the Old Testament
Nancy Guthrie
Paperback, 400 pp., $14.99
Tyndale House Publishers (October 1, 2010)

We look to the New Testament to tell us about Jesus, yet Jesus said of the Old Testament, “the Scriptures point to me!” Bible teacher Nancy Guthrie takes readers from Genesis through Malachi, shining the light of Christ on the promise of a descendent who will put an end to the curse of sin; the story of a father who offers up his son as a sacrifice; the symbol of a temple where people can meet with God; the prophecy of a servant who will suffer; the person of a king who will rule with righteousness—and so much more.

The Fitting Room
Kelly Minter
Paperback, 208 pp., $14.99
David C. Cook (April 1, 2011)

Colossians 3:12 tells us to “clothe” ourselves in Christian virtues like forgiveness, joy, patience, compassion. But how does that work in real life? This relatable book offers insightful Scripture study with real-life stories and simple, down-to-earth explanations of tricky concepts as justification and sanctification—stitching it all together with dry humor and down-to-earth honesty. There are no gimmicks, no guilt trips, just an irresistible invitation for women to enjoy a spiritual makeover—to put on a life that’s personally tailored by the One who knows and loves them best.

King’s Cross
Timothy Keller
Hardcover, 256 pp., $25.95
Dutton Adult (February 22, 2011)

An insightful and revelatory look at the life of Christ by the man Newsweek calls “a C.S. Lewis for the 21st century.” Join Keller as he explores the Gospel of Mark, demonstrates how the story of Jesus is personal—and encourages us to re-examine our relationship with God and draw closer to him.

Four Portraits, One Jesus
Mark L. Strauss
Hardcover, 560 pp., $44.99
Zondervan (April 3, 2007)

The Gospels record the “greatest story ever told.” To study the Gospels is to study the foundation of Christianity. Even for non-Christians, the Gospels serve as the primary source documents for the most influential life ever lived. But who was this man Jesus, and how did his movement begin? This book examines the nature and content of the four Gospels, the primary source documents for the life and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth. Where did these books come from? What was their purpose? And what can they tell us about Jesus?

Bible Study
Kathleen Nielson
Paperback, 208 pp., $12.99
P & R Publishing (February 10, 2011)

What is Bible study? The answers are many and diverse! Is it the same thing as just reading through the Bible, or does true Bible study involve treating it differently from any other book? Here Kathleen Nielson highlights not a rigid set of methods, but a clear approach to Bible study—one that examines just what Bible study should involve, according to the truths and principles given to us in the Bible itself. So come and learn what Bible study truly is and should be, and let Kathleen be your guide as you follow the ways of the word!