Marlena Graves

One by One

Church Leadership & Ministry

“When it comes to singles in the church, this is the book the evangelical church has needed! Dalfonzo makes fair critiques while also expressing gratitude for the church. And then she graciously offers a way forward. This book is smart, persuasive, and convicting. I want to hand a copy to every church leader I know. Dalfonzo is a wise and desperately needed voice in the evangelical church today. Heed her wisdom.”

Prayer in the Night

Prayer & Spiritual Formation

“In Prayer in the Night, Tish Harrison Warren once again ingeniously mines the beauty and wonder of the ordinary, especially in what some might take for granted or neglect: night prayer—Compline for those familiar with the Divine Office. She considers well the implications of God's presence, not only in the midst of our nights, wherever and however we find ourselves, but also amid the dark nights of our souls. Through Compline, we are drawn to pray for and remember others in their nights. As Tish notes, 'Christian discipleship is a lifetime of training in how to pay attention to the right things, to notice God's work in our lives and in the world.' And that is exactly what Tish so expertly does and beckons us to do through this book. It is a beautiful offering.”

Surprised by Paradox

Christian Living

“This book is wise and compelling. Jen Pollock Michel does what any good Bible scholar worth his or her salt does—examines the whole of Scripture, not just pet passages or doctrines. In doing so, Michel demonstrates that when it comes to God's kingdom, honesty requires we befriend paradox and the tension in the and instead of taking an immovable either/or stance. Does that mean anything goes, that truth is relative? Quite the contrary. If anything, Michel is thoroughly orthodox. She is one of the foremost public evangelical theologians and Bible teachers of our time. I for one look to her for wisdom.”

The Art of Dying

Christian Living

“This book in your hands was born of wisdom and understanding. Rob had a clear-eyed view of the world—seeing what mattered most—and prioritizing his life according to it. He lived in a state of grace and died in a state of grace—enfolded in the arms of God. The art of living well entails learning the art of dying. In life, Rob guided us. In death, he is among the great cloud of witnesses, still speaking and directing us in the way of wisdom. I encourage you to learn from among the wisest, kindest, and most thoughtful people I have met in this life.”

The Gift of Restlessness

Prayer & Spiritual Formation

“In The Gift of Restlessness, Casey Tygrett comes alongside us as a refreshing 'non-anxious presence,' a companion amid a tension-filled journey. Tygrett offers us wisdom and comfort out of a deep well. He helps us gently 'interrogate what is' in places of restlessness and anxiety, and shows us how it is possible to live, and even flourish 'between wild beasts and angels.' I, for one, need wise ones like Tygrett to help anchor me in a world full of cacophonous voices inside and outside of the church--voices that lead me away from the good, true, and beautiful toward the counterfeit. This is a beautiful book, born of hard-won insight, and written in such a way that clearly demonstrates Tygrett is a seasoned spiritual director.”

The Great Belonging

Christian Living

“The Great Belonging is articulate, beautiful, and brooding. I deeply resonated with so much within these pages and am confident others will too. A phenomenal and refreshing debut!”

The Practice of Remembering

Christian Living

Foreword

“In spiritual formation we might often ask ourselves how we are going to change today or how we might experience God today. However, as Casey Tygrett deftly points out, 'We rarely ask, How did I come to the habits and actions I'm taking today?' This is important. Why is it that I struggle in certain situations and not in others? What do God and memory have to do with it? Engage with Tygrett's words and wisdom carefully and you will discover why it is so important. This book makes a definite contribution to the realm of spiritual formation. . . . I am happy to recommend it to you.”

The Way of the Desert Elders

Prayer & Spiritual Formation

“Colón DeLay expertly introduces and translates the timeless wisdom of the desert ammas and abbas for the present moment. Though I am familiar with the elders, I was continually stunned by the depth of Colón DeLay's insights and applications--a depth rarely seen. If you seek to become more like Christ, read this book carefully and apply what you learn. Colón DeLay and the elders serve as trustworthy guides and are among our great cloud of witnesses. Then be sure to let others know about this book. It is worth much more than its weight in gold. Moreover, the wisdom within it is priceless.”

The Wild Land Within

Prayer & Spiritual Formation

“In The Wild Land Within, Lisa Colón DeLay gently nudges us to pay attention to the climate, substance, geography, and topography of our souls--that which affects our spiritual formation from within and without--that we might move toward wholeness. Lisa is a wise and trustworthy guide. This is a much needed contribution to spiritual formation by a Latina woman in the Protestant world. I am incredibly thankful for it.”