Kurt Fredrickson

God at the Improv

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“For me, the best part of humor is the surprise. ‘I didn’t expect that!’ That twist brings a smile, a twinkle, a laugh. In this delightful book, Tony Petrotta shows us that the God of the Bible is full of surprises: with Sarah, Jonah, Elijah, Jesus, and more. Whenever God steps in, our mouths are filled with laughter, and our tongues with songs of joy (Ps 126). This book gives us a playful, slanted glimpse at biblical truth, and leaves us with a sense of awe and a smile.”

How Not to Waste a Crisis

Church Leadership & Ministry

“Ministry is tough, but the challenges of ministry can shake us out of complacency or mediocrity. These encounters can wake us up to see and even embrace new ministry opportunities. Tod Bolsinger's book is an accessible guide that helps us to embrace the crises that come our way and to see them not as obstacles but as catalysts for something new. This book does not offer quick fixes, nor does it call us just to work harder or more efficiently. Rather, we are encouraged to slow down, see more clearly, break old habits, face the loss, and wait on the Lord in preparation for the next season of ministry. This book is an excellent resource for ministry leaders and ministry boards. I highly recommend it.”

Permission to Grieve

Counseling, Grief & Mental Health

“Humans suffer. People experience and witness difficult, exhausting, and painful events. These are part of the human condition. Evangelical churches and pastors too often numb the tragedies of life with cliches which, though well intentioned, ultimately do not ring true. Toby Castle invites us to encounter the events that break our hearts, to even embrace these events, recognizing that God meets us right at the center of our aches. Allow this book to give you the freedom to be venerable and to experience the presence of God in all of life.”