Mary DeMuth

Fiction

“It’s not often that I say, ‘This book changed my life,’ but in the case of Quaker Summer I shout it with a hearty amen. Samson weaves a compelling, surprising, faith-awakening story with the deft skill of a writing artisan. Her characters partially materialize in the room when you’re reading, wooing you to consider their lives, struggles, and questions. Samson puts a human face on consumerism, compelling the reader to give Jesus’ radical call, but she does so with candor and grace. A highly recommended book.”

The Toxic War on Masculinity

World Religions

“Meticulously researched, Nancy Pearcey’s The Toxic War on Masculinity walks the reader through the quagmire of cultural expectations of masculinity and a robust biblical ethic of how all of us should behave and believe in this crazy world we find ourselves in. This book is a historically grounded, compassionate look at the complexities men and women face today.”

The Way of the Dragon or the Way of the Lamb

Christian Living

“There are few books I place on a special shelf whose covers are tattered and pages familiar—the kind I view as companions in my walk with Jesus, cherished and needed. These are the books I read yearly, knowing my soul needs yet another Holy Spirit tune-up. The Way of the Dragon or the Way of the Lamb qualifies for that shelf. Theologically astute and accessible, spiritually rich and practical, hard-hitting and tender, this book will help you tear down unhealthy power-based ways of ministering in order to rebuild your life and work on the upside down ways of the kingdom. In a world where people literally kill for power, we need this message of strength-in-weakness even more. Highly recommended.”

The Weight of Shadows

Fiction

“about a battered woman’s psyche and the length God journeys to rescue her. Honest, painful, redemptive, The Weight of Shadows is the kind of gutsy novel book clubs enjoy discussing.”

Undone

Christian Living

“Undone mended my heart. Michele’s honest words soothed my deepest fears that I was the only mom/wife/friend who battled a messy, confusing life. She tackles her story with the kind of authenticity that lets Jesus shine through the broken places.”

Waiting in Wonder

Bible Studies & Devotionals

“Waiting in Wonder is the perfect preparation for motherhood-part instruction manual, biology lesson (in the sweetest way), and spiritual journey.”

Waiting on God

Christian Living

“The story of Joseph has always captured me, but I’ve never filtered it through the discipline of waiting. Wayne Stiles unpacks important and practical biblical truths that will help people finally embrace patient waiting as a lifestyle.”

What If Jesus Was Serious about the Church?

“Because I love Jesus' church, I thoroughly enjoyed reading Skye Jethani's insights about its importance and beauty. What I particularly appreciated was his emphasis on table spirituality—something our churches desperately need to rediscover. Imagine how the current toxicity of the church could be salved with conversation, bread-and-wine fellowship, and conviviality, particularly among those we disagree with. This book is uncomfortable in necessary ways, but it also serves as a winsome invitation to what we're all longing for the church to become.”

Whispers and Wildflowers

Christian Living

“As a gardener, I wholly appreciate Sarah Beth Marr’s dive into horticultural metaphors to lead us all closer to the Gardener of our souls. This thirty-day journey, powered by Sarah’s keen insight and a heart that is so obviously close to Jesus, will woo you to Him in new ways.”

Wrecked

Christian Living

“Wrecked reminded me of my own times of beautiful wrecking, and it wooed me once again toward a sacrificial, joyful life. The stories, the writing, the theology all beckoned me to live intentionally, work hard, and obey Jesus afresh.”