Mike Cosper

A Fruitful Life

Bible Studies & Devotionals

“The Christian life isn't lived in abstraction. As much as ethical codes, theological principles, and worldviews can be helpful in comprehending our faith, we actually follow Jesus in the gritty reality of day-to-day life—getting ready for school, dealing with tension in the workplace, suffering the frailty of the body, and stretching our budgets to make ends meet. Thankfully, while Christians are often drawn to abstraction, Jesus' teaching has a way of calling us back to the concrete, challenging us with a way of seeing, living, and praying that avoids escapism and roots us in love of God and neighbor. This is good news, and it's the central truth behind this marvelous work by Ashley and Bryce Hales. They invite us to consider Jesus' words in the soil of the everyday, helping us to reconsider the familiar and see our neighbors, friends, and everyday lives in the light of the Sermon on the Mount. It's a refreshing perspective in a moment when the church, now as ever, needs to reimagine what it means to follow Jesus in polarizing times.”

Disruptive Witness

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

“Alan Noble is both a careful, clearheaded thinker, and a passionate advocate for truth in a post-truth culture. I can think of few people who would serve as better guides for navigating the complex and frustrating culture we inhabit. This book is a must-read for those hoping that the church can maintain a bold and faithful witness in the days to come.”

Gospel Fluency

Christian Living

“Jeff Vanderstelt has a gift for clarifying and simplifying what is often complex and puzzling. Gospel Fluency is no exception. In this book, Jeff invites believers, unbelievers, pastors, and church leaders to think about their faith with fresh eyes and fresh language. He invites us not to a system, a catchphrase, or a fad, but to a refreshing vision of Christ our Savior and the life he offers.”

Tempted and Tried

Christian Living

“Russell Moore has given us a book that is simultaneously theological, personal, and literary, inviting us into the story of Jesus’ battle with temptation. There, we discover our own war with an enemy that is both within us and prowling around us. Instead of a formulaic approach to resisting temptation, he shows us how to look to Jesus, who accomplishes what we can’t and journeys with us into our battle. Be forewarned, this book will open your eyes to temptation in ways that are sure to leave you uncomfortably alert.”

The Book of Waking Up

Counseling, Grief & Mental Health

“our hearts, and offers guidance, hope, and direction for a better way.”

The Possibility of Prayer

Prayer & Spiritual Formation

“There few people I know who are as pastoral, thoughtful, and focused on transformative work as John Starke. This book reflects all of those values, making prayer feel accessible and urgent for our frenzied times. For those struggling to learn to pray, this is a timely and invaluable resource.”

Uncomfortable

Christian Living

“Brett McCracken challenges us to face one of the greatest fears of contemporary culture: discomfort. Rather than retreating into a soothing world where everyone’s ‘just like me’ or embracing the distractions of technology and consumerism, Brett calls us to life in community with God’s people, where awkwardness, disappointment, and frustration are the norm. It’s in this way of life—embracing the uncomfortable—that we’ll find the richest experience of God’s grace and the community our hearts truly desire. In a world where church is often just one more consumeristic choice, this is a much-needed book.”