When we find it hard to grow in Christ, it’s time to search our hearts for idolatry. Using personal examples, Brad Bigney shows us how to recognize hidden idols and root them out forever.
For many people the resurrection is a nice thing to believe in—a “happy ending” to the gospel, after the darkness of the cross. But Sam Allberry shows us that the resurrection isn’t just for Easter; it has overwhelmingly positive implications for our lives every day. The resurrection gives us real assurance of forgiveness and salvation, power to live new and transformed lives, and hope for life after death. Our lives are now different; we have been lifted. Read and be transformed by the real significance of the resurrection.
Enough Will Davis Paperback, 232 pp., $13.99 Revell (July 1, 2012)
Do you have enough? Our culture pushes us to strive for more—more money, more stuff, more clout. But how much is enough? And how do we know when we have too much of a good thing? In this provocative book, Will Davis Jr. challenges us to discover the peace that comes through contentment with what we have and compassion for those in need. Through surprising statistics, scriptural insight, and powerful real-life stories, Davis shows us the rewards of living with less in order to be more and do more with our lives.
Unstuck Arnie Cole and Michael Ross Paperback, 256 pp., $14.99 Bethany House Publishers (May 1, 2012)
Does your relationship with God seem broken? Full of silence and distance? Do you ever want more than just an “okay” walk with Christ? After conducting extensive research, including more than 70,000 surveys, Arnie Cole and Michael Ross discovered the secrets that help believers grow and thrive spiritually. And they want to share what they discovered with you. Filled with honest stories and real-life examples, Unstuck provides you with practical and proven ways to encounter Scripture daily, connect with God, and revitalize your faith.
The Art of Neighboring Jay Pathak and Dave Runyon Paperback, 208 pp., $14.99 Baker Books (August 1, 2012)
In our time of unprecedented mobility and increasing isolationism, we have hundreds of “friends” through social networking, but don’t even know the full name of the person who lives next door. This unique and inspiring book asks the question: What is the most loving thing I can do for the people who live on my street or in my apartment building? Through compelling true stories of lives impacted, the authors show readers how to create genuine friendships with the people who live in closest proximity to them.