Kenneth J. Barnes

Chemistry, Faith, and Stewardship

Science & Faith

“Professor Liza Abraham is both a serious scientist and a serious Christian. Having spent years exploring the wonders of creation through the lenses of both scientific inquiry and biblical exegesis, this book is itself a revelation. Debunking the notion that science and faith are somehow incompatible, she takes her readers on a whimsical journey of discovery, revealing exactly how ‘the heavens declare the glory of the LORD’ (Ps. 19:1).”

Healing the Divide, Tenth Anniversary Edition

Prayer & Spiritual Formation

“This is the most balanced treatment of Jesus I have ever seen. Maybe this book can alleviate the polarizing madness afflicting Western Christianity today.”

Money Matters

Work, Money & Leadership

“Few people in the faith, work, and economics movement have been as influential as R. Paul Stevens. His books on the intersections of religious belief and economic activity are legendary, and they continue to inspire and challenge generations of Christians in the marketplace. Now, with coauthor Clive Lim, Stevens has ventured into new territory with Money Matters, a unique and fascinating look at the fruits of our labor. Beginning with their own life stories, the authors delve deeply into cultural and biblical narratives about wealth, toppling the idols of both unbridled capitalism and the ‘health and wealth gospel’ along the way. The fundamental thrust of the book may be their unabashed claim that money isn’t morally neutral and that God cares deeply about our relationship with it. Either way, for those wishing to put mammon in its proper place and deploy it for Kingdom purposes, this book is required reading and will no doubt become another classic in the faith, work, and economics space.”

Navigating the Needle’s Eye

Work, Money & Leadership

“In an age when style often out-points substance and social media outlets afford everyone their fifteen minutes of fame, it’s nice to know that there are some people who shun the limelight and ‘just do it!’ Such is the case of Buddy Childress, founder and executive director of Needle's Eye Ministries in Richmond, Virginia. For over 40 years he has faithfully served the local business community without the fuss and fanfare that so often accompany successful ventures, but now he tells his fascinating story with a refreshing blend of grace and alacrity, and it's a story that needs to be told. Graduating from Gordon- Conwell Theological Seminary in 1977, no doubt with a choice of ministries available to him, he had decided already to take a ‘road less traveled’ and dedicated his entire life to the fledgling and uncertain world of marketplace ministry. Modern denizens of the faith at work movement will no doubt recognize some of the programs and events that he employed in his mission to the business community, not even realizing that he was a genuine pioneer in their field. But pastors and Christians of all stripes will be inspired by his unrelenting faith in the Word of God, his devotion to prayer and his willingness to make difficult choices, trusting that God would provide for all of his needs. That said, this isn't so much a book about a man's faith in God, it’s more about God's faith in a man, to do as he was directed and to give all the glory back to him. Richmond has been blessed by this ministry and readers will be equally blessed in the telling of the story.”

The Quest for Biblical Servant Leadership

Work, Money & Leadership

“This book is a long-overdue and much-needed examination of ‘servant leadership’ from a genuinely biblical perspective. Rooted in the metanarrative and built upon sound exegesis, this is a book of wisdom for emerging generations. While it claims not to be a ‘how-to’ book, it is nonetheless a treasure trove of practical advice on how to be and become a ‘servant leader.’ This will become required reading in my and many others’ leadership classes!”

Whatever Became of Love?

Christian Living

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