Many people believe that the gospel message must change to be relevant in a postmodern world. Richard Triplett points out that both God and the message to the world that flows from him are unchangeable. He urges fellow Christians to resist any effort to change the gospel message and to remain true to their faith. The devotionals, poems, and commentaries in this book seek to glorify God. They offer encouragement to anyone whose faith may be wavering. With unshaken conviction, Triplett seeks to honor God and reinforce the necessity for Christians to remain focused on him.

Today's neurological research has placed habit at the center of human behavior; we are what we do repetitively. When we want to add something to our life, whether it's exercise, prayer, or just getting up earlier in the morning, we know that we must turn an activity into a habit through repetition or it just won't stick. What would happen if we applied the same kind of daily dedication to faith? Could faith become a habit, a given--automatic? With vulnerable storytelling and insightful readings of both Old and New Testament passages, Jen Pollock Michel invites the convinced and the curious into a 40-day Bible reading experience. Vividly translating ancient truths for a secular age, Michel highlights how the biblical text invites us to see, know, live, love, and obey. The daily reflection questions and weekly discussion guides invite both individuals and groups, believers and doubters alike, to explore how faith, even faith as small as a mustard seed, might grow into a life-defining habit.

"Janice has a heartbreaking, and all-too-common, story to tell about infidelity and marital breakdown. But her discovery of God's strength and comfort in the midst of great pain will surely be an inspiration to countless women going through a similar experience." -Terry Glaspey, author of 25 Keys to Life-Changing Prayer In One Day, the World Can Become a Different Place There are challenging days and even bad days, but then there are days when our lives are turned entirely upside down...our very world changes. After nine years of marriage, that terrible day of deceit, betrayal, and abandonment came for Janice Lynch, seeking to destroy her. Far from being destroyed, Janice rose from the ashes to thrive in life through her faith in God and the truths she shares in this book. By reading When God is Faithful...and Your Husband Isn't, you will: - Gain 7 keys to help you walk through even the most soul-crushing crisis with victory. - Build your faith in God and in His Word to thrive in His plan for your life. - Learn how to pray more effectively, even in the midst of crisis. - Recognize the signs of an unfaithful spouse. - Understand the hidden dangers of pornography. and much more... God has plans for each of us, to prosper us and not to harm us. No matter how life may look right now, with When God is Faithful...and Your Husband Isn't, you will be equipped to thrive in your life. Writer, teacher, and speaker Janice Lynch has a degree in psychology and over 30 years of ministry experience with women and youth. For more than a decade she has homeschooled her three children and resides in the Washington D.C. area. Visit her website at www.WhenGodisFaithful.com.

Churches are not immune to violence, as we have seen from shootings at houses of worship across the nation. The challenge for faith communities is how to respond to potential violence. Whom Shall I Fear? asks congregational leaders to examine whether their operational and security policies are consistent with gospel values. It raises common themes in approaches to church security and looks at them in the light of scripture. Whom Shall I Fear? provides thought-provoking reflections on topics such as locked doors, living faithfully in an unfaithful world, the question of armed security in a church setting, and the duty of Christians to extend hospitality to their neighbor. It includes stories from survivors of gun violence and wisdom on how churches can work to transform an anxious and fear-driven world. Whom Shall I Fear? helps the church thoughtfully wrestle with what it means to be a church of grace, welcome, and love when confronted with acts of cruelty, division, and hate.

With a scholar's mind and a pastor's heart, Tom Wright walks you through Romans in this guide designed especially with everyday readers in mind. Perfect for group use or daily personal reflection, this study uses the popular inductive method combined with Wright's thoughtful insights to bring contemporary application of Scripture to life.

A compassionate, shame-free guide for your darkest days “A one-of-a-kind book . . . to read for yourself or give to a struggling friend or loved one without the fear that depression and suicidal thoughts will be minimized, medicalized or over-spiritualized.”—Kay Warren, cofounder of Saddleback Church What happens when loving Jesus doesn’t cure you of depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts? You might be crushed by shame over your mental illness, only to be told by well-meaning Christians to “choose joy” and “pray more.” So you beg God to take away the pain, but nothing eases the ache inside. As darkness lingers and color drains from your world, you’re left wondering if God has abandoned you. You just want a way out. But there’s hope. In I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die, Sarah J. Robinson offers a healthy, practical, and shame-free guide for Christians struggling with mental illness. With unflinching honesty, Sarah shares her story of battling depression and fighting to stay alive despite toxic theology that made her afraid to seek help outside the church. Pairing her own story with scriptural insights, mental health research, and simple practices, Sarah helps you reconnect with the God who is present in our deepest anguish and discover that you are worth everything it takes to get better. Beautifully written and full of hard-won wisdom, I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die offers a path toward a rich, hope-filled life in Christ, even when healing doesn’t look like what you expect.