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paperbackRevelation
The IVP New Testament Commentary Series
by J. Ramsey Michaels
Most interpretations of Revelation fail to take seriously what John saw and consequently fail to comprehend the value of his vision to Christians of every age. J. Ramsey Michaels strives to restore Revelation to its rightful status as a prophetic letter of testimony--a testimony of striking relevance to the church today.
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paperbackThe Dangerous Act of Worship
Living God's Call to Justice
by Mark Labberton
Foreword by John OrtbergIn this prophetic call to the contemporary church, pastor Mark Labberton redefines Christian worship in the language of justice. He calls us away from individualized worship and into worshiping communities that give expression to righteousness, justice and compassion.
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paperbackThe Cross and Gendercide
A Theological Response to Global Violence Against Women and Girls
by Elizabeth Gerhardt
Violence against women and girls is a pressing global problem. In this groundbreaking study, Elizabeth Gerhardt proposes a holistic theology of the cross as the basis for a prophetic response by the church to a problem that is not only moral and ethical, but also confessional.
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paperbackEmbodied Hope
A Theological Meditation on Pain and Suffering
by Kelly M. Kapic
Kelly M. Kapic meditates on how our suffering—particularly our physical suffering—relates to the Christian faith. This is not a theodicy or a book of easy answers. It is an invitation to reshape our understanding of suffering into the image of Jesus. What we discover is that in Christ and through his church, God displays his deep love and provision for his people.
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paperbackCompanions in Suffering
Comfort for Times of Loss and Loneliness
by Wendy Alsup
Foreword by Trillia J. NewbellHave you ever felt emotionally wrung out from an ongoing trial? Though suffering often leaves us feeling isolated, God invites us into the community of the Trinity and offers us many companions in Scripture. Journey in these pages with Wendy Alsup through her story of suffering, and more importantly, with the God who walks with us in the wilderness.
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paperbackBirmingham Revolution
Martin Luther King Jr.'s Epic Challenge to the Church
by Edward Gilbreath
In this timely book, journalist Ed Gilbreath explores the impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "Letter from Birmingham Jail" 50 years after its publication, showing its profound implications for the church today. Hear the words of a prophetic Christian voice afresh in our time and place.
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InterVarsity Press author Ed Gilbreath, executive director of communications with the Evangelical Covenant Church and editor at large for Christianity Today, was featured as a part of "The Power of Words"—North Central College's (Naperville, Ill.) week of events commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Gilbreath addressed a crowd of more than 120 students, faculty and local residents Monday evening on the topics presented in his new book Birmingham Revolution: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Epic Challenge to the Church.
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paperbackMovies Are Prayers
How Films Voice Our Deepest Longings
by Josh Larsen
Foreword by Matt Zoller SeitzMovies do more than tell a good story. Filmspotting co-host Josh Larsen brings a critic's unique perspective to how movies can act as prayers—expressing lament, praise, joy, confession, and more. When words fail, the perfect film might be just what you need to jump-start your conversations with the Almighty.
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paperbackMiracle Work
A Down-to-Earth Guide to Supernatural Ministries
by Jordan Seng
In Miracle Work Jordan Seng tells remarkable stories of physical healings and prophetic messages. His reflections explore the challenges of relying on God's power in contemporary ministry, and help us train and prepare ourselves for the manifestation of power in our work with others.
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paperbackKnowing God the Father Through the Old Testament
Knowing God Through the Old Testament Set
by Christopher J. H. Wright
Christopher Wright explores in depth the Father images that pervade the biblical narratives, psalms and prophetic texts of the Old Testament. God is acknowledged as tender yet terrifying, challenging to the nations and yet intimately personal, offering loving care, provision, discipline and forgiveness.
