David W. Bennett

An Impossible Marriage

Marriage, Family & Relationships

“As a celibate gay Christian and former anti-Christian gay activist, I once thought a marriage like Matt and Laurie's was a sheer impossibility. I now deeply admire this book, just as I do its authors. There is no distance between who I know them to be and what is written in these pages. Matt and Laurie's tenacious example and heart-wrenching journey of finding God's redemptive plan for marriage is a must-read not just for every Christian but especially for those who are entirely perplexed by the notion of a marriage like theirs. This book's brave authenticity reveals how marriage in and through Jesus as Lord becomes a glorious sign of hope not despite but through our beautiful and broken humanity. Matt and Laurie's refreshing resolve and conviction for biblical truth alongside their heartfelt identification with the LGBTQI+ community is a rare jewel that takes us beyond the worn debate that the question of sexuality invokes. An Impossible Marriage is not just a one-of-a-kind book on marriage; it's also a prophetic message that frees us from the idol of sex and marriage in and outside the church that has too long kept us bound from knowing the transformative power and ineffable goodness of the love and holiness of God.”

Still Time to Care

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

“As an anti-Christian gay man who decided to follow Jesus, and who was never exposed to the ex-gay world, I welcome this book as a vital contribution contribution through the eyes of another gay atheist-turned-Christian who walked harrowingly through it. Many critiques of the ex-gay world and its theology have been leveraged by those who take its radical opposite position. Greg Johnson is different. He is one who has fought and paid the price to remain close to the Lord and in obedience to his Word and yet to challenge ex-gay theology, dismantle its harm, and face its complicated and flawed humanity. In this rare window into an experience that requires greater understanding, Greg points compassionately and critically to the greater hope of the gospel and the deeper third way that Jesus provides for the LGBTQI+ community in a world addicted to ideological certainty and harmful culture-war divides. A must-read.”

The Gift of Thorns

Christian Living

“in order to be born again into the resurrection life. This book has a masterful grasp of the mystery not just of desire but of the gospel, which is the Christ of Gethsemane who prays, “not my will but yours be done,” and him crucified.”

The Ministry Multiplication Cycle

Church Leadership & Ministry

“Simple. Memorable. Practical. Profound. These words describe the steps by which Bill Jones guides us from a fresh framing of the story of Jesus to the multiplication of disciples and churches both locally and cross-culturally. With refreshing candor, warmth, and humor he recounts his own journey of lifelong discovery, uncovering timeless principles to guide fruitful ministry in every context.”