Mark D. Roberts
Ethics, Culture & Social Issues
“Agents of Flourishing offers an expansive, inspirational, and profoundly biblical vision of how churches can contribute to the flourishing of their communities in the name of Christ. This book does what few others do, combining rich theological and sociological reflection with down-to-earth, practical examples of churches acting as agents of flourishing for the sake of their neighbors. I'm delighted to add this outstanding book to the reading list for my DMin seminar on vocation and ecclesiology; I would also recommend Agents of Flourishing to all church leaders who are committed to helping their congregations seek first God's kingdom and righteousness in tangible, world-impacting ways.”
Church Leadership & Ministry
“Contemporary pastors and church leaders face a daunting challenge. The world and the church have changed dramatically. Congregational expectations have never been higher or more complex. How can we lead our churches with wisdom and kingdom impact in the ever-changing world of today and tomorrow? Tod Bolsinger answers this pressing question in his timely book Canoeing the Mountains. Combining solid biblical theology, contemporary leadership theory and years of experience as a pastor and church consultant, Bolsinger offers a new vision of pastoral leadership as well as dozens of practical examples that bring this vision to life. All pastors and church leaders need to read this book, for their own sake, for the good of their churches and for the advance of God's kingdom in the world.”
Work, Money & Leadership
“With refreshing brevity, biblical wisdom, and consistent attention to the daily grind of work, Faithful Work invites Christians to see their work as an essential element of God's redemptive activity. This book is perfect for all workers who are eager to find deeper meaning and purpose in their daily work. It would also be an effective discussion starter for small groups, adult classes, and faith-based employee resource groups. Faithful Work inspires us with the bold claim that'our greatest opportunity is daily work.'”
Work, Money & Leadership
“Human Flourishing challenges the reader to think deeply about intellectual questions that have everything to do with how we actually live in this world and what we as Christians have to offer to it. This is an excellent volume, not only for students and scholars, but also for all thoughtful people who seek God’s vision of the abundant life.”
Christian Living
“Honestly, there aren’t many people who can actually help you make your work matter. A challenge like that “Make Work Matter is surprising in many ways. Unlike so many other books on work, it is based, not just on the writer’s solid convictions, but also on research into the working lives of real people. Yet the book is also filled with astute theological insights that are presented as if from a good friend seeking wisdom rather than from an esteemed professor with all the answers. Michaela generously opens up her own life to us, inviting us into a shared process of discovery and vocational discernment. Make Work Matter is perfect for folks in the early stages of figuring out their work lives. But, unexpectedly, it also speaks powerfully to older readers who are wondering about God’s callings in the third third of life.”
Christian Living
“In Sacred Pace, Terry Looper speaks to the longings of our hearts. We long to flourish in every part of life—in business, family, discipleship, and service to others. This book offers a clear path to such flourishing. We yearn for integrated lives, rather than being so scattered. Sacred Pace shows us how to live seamlessly, centered in the God who loves us and guides us. We look for a mentor, someone who can help us grow in work and faith. Terry Looper walks with us as a wise, faithful, and surprisingly vulnerable counselor and friend. We long to know God’s will for decisions big and small. Terry teaches us how to slow down so that we can truly ‘get neutral’ enough to discern the voice of God’s Spirit in the hubbub of our busy lives. I recommend Sacred Pace not only to entrepreneurs and other business leaders, but to all who seek to know God and His will more deeply, so as to live more fully and j oyfully.”
Apologetics
“Searching for Jesus is an excellent, informed, up-to-date review of biblical research presented in clear, engaging prose for the average reader. Again and again, Robert Hutchinson shows how recent historical and archaeological investigations have overturned many of the bias-laden and unverified conclusions of biblical scholarship in the past century. Searching for Jesus will teach you, challenge you, and encourage you. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is seeking the truth—about Jesus of Nazareth and about the historical accuracy of the Gospels.”
Spirituality According to Paul
Biblical Studies & Commentaries
“This book is an outstanding resource for anyone who yearns to know Christ more deeply and follow him more completely. Rodney Reeves has given us a valuable gift in Spirituality According to Paul. His combination of careful biblical scholarship, wise pastoral counsel and open-hearted sharing of his own faith journey helps us see in new ways what authentic spirituality is all about. This book is a rich resource for pastors, lay leaders and all believers who want to grow in their relationship with Christ and to live out their faith each day.”
The Economics of Neighborly Love
Work, Money & Leadership
“I've been eagerly awaiting this book ever since I first heard that Tom Nelson was writing on economics. Now that I've read the book, I'm deeply grateful and excited to share it with others. It's hard to imagine a book that is more urgently needed in our time of history. And it's hard to imagine a more incisive, compassionate, biblical, and relevant discussion of economics and Christian faith. Nelson combines scriptural wisdom, cultural awareness, pastoral sensitivity, and practical expression to guide us into a deeper understanding of how our faith must be lived in the complex realm of economics. He anchors everything in Scripture, whether drawing from the creation account in Genesis, the example of Nehemiah, the wisdom of Proverbs, the prophecy of Amos, or the parables of Jesus. The Economics of Neighborly Love holds together what we have so often and so wrongly put asunder: faithfulness and flourishing, productivity and justice, compassion and creativity, wealth and love. The result is a book that should be read by pastors and church leaders, to be sure, but also by all followers of Jesus who seek to live faithful and fruitful lives in today's world.”
Theology
“Whether you’re a Christian seeking to defend your faith, an inquirer wanting to know what really happened with Jesus, or a disciple who wants to know the Lord more fully, The Final Days of Jesus will instruct and encourage you. It lays out the truth with coherence and conviction. I will point people to this book because it so clearly and faithfully explains what happened in the final days of Jesus. Here is the truth, based on the Gospel accounts. Here is the center of the Christian story, filled with insight and inspiration.”
Work, Money & Leadership
“Focusing on our unique giftedness and our stories of flourishing, Hendricks helps us discover who we are and what God has made us to do. I'm going to have this book on hand when people seek my counsel about what they should do with their lives. I'm grateful to Bill Hendricks for sharing his wisdom in such a readable and compelling way.”
Work, Money & Leadership
“As we look around at our institutions—government, business, education, nonprofits, churches, families, and the arts—we see a disheartening lack of wise leadership. Plus, as we reflect upon the multiple demands of our own lives, we yearn to become wise leaders ourselves. But if wise leadership is so rare today, how can we ever expect to understand and exercise it? Uli Chi answers this question in The Wise Leader. Reflecting on biblical truth and his experience of leading in diverse contexts, Uli guides us on the journey to wisdom. Some of what he writes will be reassuringly familiar. Some will be surprising, even unsettling, as you experience the chasm that exists between cultural norms and godly wisdom. The Wise Leader will invite you to embrace and embody the ‘wisdom from above’ that will enable you to be a wise leader.”
Work, Money & Leadership
“It would be hard to imagine a better book on business from a Christian perspective. Why Business Matters to God is solidly biblical, deeply theological and realistically practical. It is a must-read not only for all Christians in business, but also for pastors and other church leaders who are committed to helping the people of God live each day for God's purposes in the world.”
NOTE: Only includes books currently in our catalog; not necessarily a complete list.
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