1. Ezra & Nehemiah by Derek W. H. Thomas

464 pages | List Price: $34.99 | Hardcover | Reformed Expository Commentary series | SAMPLE CHAPTER

Summary

The books of Ezra and Nehemiah tell a vital story of a community revived and restored by God’s grace through gifted individuals—preparing the way for the coming Messiah. In his practical and devotional expository commentary, pastor-theologian Derek W. H. Thomas shows what this gripping narrative can teach us about kingdom life in our own time. In their different ways, Ezra and Nehemiah both prioritized the Word of God and the practice of prayer. If the church of our day is to recover and be renewed, Thomas argues, these commitments are just as vital for us as well.

Endorsement

“Derek Thomas has the happiest knack of leading his readers right into the heart of the biblical text. . . . He tackles the intriguing (and too-neglected) books of Ezra and Nehemiah, and through him we not only enter into fruitful contact with the Bible but also meet with two of the most attractive characters that the Old Testament offers.”

—Alec Motyer, Previously Old Testament Editor, The Bible Speaks Today commentary series

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2. Prayer PathWay: Journeying in a Life of Prayer by Kathi Lambrides Westlund

296 pages | List Price: $22.99 | Hardcover | SAMPLE CHAPTER

Summary

Each one of our days is a small portion of life’s grand journey. Are you prepared to travel? God calls us to pray because he knows that we need him; he uses prayer to connect with us through all the stages and seasons of life. The result of the author’s forty-year prayer journey, Prayer Pathway is a guide to assist fellow sojourners. To help readers along the way, Kathleen Westlund uses eternal biblical truth, timeless wisdom from sages, and practical tools centered around the mnemonic PRAYERS (Praise, Repent, Ask, Yield, Express thanks, Rejoice, Shalom). The guide can be customized and modified to fit your needs, so that you can develop and establish a personal prayer routine that will hold up for years to come.

Endorsement

“Original in its conception and brilliantly structured—and it does just what it promises! This beautiful book rides on the vast sea of God’s Word and draws life from its depth. There is nothing quite like Prayer PathWay.”

—R. Kent Hughes, Professor of Practical Theology, Westminster Theological Seminary, Philadelphia

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3. Marks of Saving Grace: Theological Method and the Doctrine of Assurance in Jonathan Edwards’s A Treatise Concerning Religious Affections by Eric J. Lehner

376 pages | List Price: $49.99 | Paperback | Reformed Academic Dissertations series | SAMPLE CHAPTER

Summary

Eric Lehner examines Edwards’s use of philosophical, historical, and biblical sources in Religious Affections and demonstrates that Edwards’s theology in this key work is governed by Scripture, rather than by historical, metaphysical, or epistemological considerations.

Lehner calls into question the proliferation of proposals that suggest Edwards’s theology is driven by central interpretive ideals, socioeconomic forces, philosophical models, or other nonbiblical considerations. He uncovers the shortfalls of secular interpretations of Edwards and advances an interpretation that endeavors to understand him in terms of his faith, rather than apart from it.

Endorsement

“Professor Lehner has offered here an outstanding contribution to our understanding of Edwards, his doctrine of assurance, and his theological method.”

—Douglas A. Sweeney, Professor of Church History and the History of Christian Thought, Director of the Jonathan Edwards Center, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

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4. The Battle of Seattle by Douglas Bond

312 pages | List Price: $11.99 | Paperback | Heroes & History series | SAMPLE CHAPTER

Summary

“There’s miles between us and the fort, miles of wild country filled with Indians eager to cut our throats.”

It’s 1855, and tensions in the Pacific Northwest between white settlers and native tribes have led to scores of deaths on both sides. As all-out war seems inevitable, young William Tidd, an express rider for the militia, joins Charles Eaton’s Rangers on a mission to hunt down Chief Leschi of the Nisqually. If they can stop him, they may be able to end the bloodshed before it escalates further, but it soon becomes clear that not everyone wants peace with the enemy. Through skirmishes, raids, close calls, and betrayal—William’s assumptions, beliefs, courage, and friendships will all be challenged in a few breakneck weeks.

Endorsement

“Bond’s latest historical novel is a compelling and indispensable addition to a lesser-known chapter in American history. Bond’s fresh and engaging portrayal of the tragic clash of cultures in the Puget Sound Indian Wars of 1855–56 not only confronts today’s cultural and racial tensions but also provides hope for the future. Essential reading for every student of American history.”

—Larry Faulk, Former Washington State Senator

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5. No Little Women: Equipping All Women in the Household of God by Aimee Byrd

288 pages | List Price: $14.99 | Paperback | SAMPLE CHAPTER

Summary

Why are so many well-intentioned women falling for poor—even false—theology? The Devil has been effectively targeting women from the beginning, so why are they often left to fend for themselves in so-called women’s ministries?

Strengthening women in the church strengthens the whole church. Cultivating resolved, competent women equips them to fulfill their calling as Christ’s disciples and men’s essential allies. Writing to concerned women and church officers, Aimee Byrd pinpoints the problem, especially the commodification of women’s ministry. Aimee answers the hot-button issues—How can women grow in discernment? How should pastors preach to women? What are our roles within the church?—and points us in the direction of a multifaceted solution.

Endorsement

“Aimee Byrd is asking the right questions. . . . [She] steers the discussion about women and the church back to its rightful place by uniting a high view of Scripture and a high view of women.”

—Karen Swallow Prior, professor of English, Liberty University

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6. Beyond the 95 Theses: Martin Luther’s Life, Thought, and Lasting Legacy by Stephen J. Nichols

304 pages | List Price: $16.99 | Paperback | SAMPLE CHAPTER

Summary

Does your knowledge of Martin Luther’s writings start and end with the hymn “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God”?

As we celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation he put into motion, we discover a Martin Luther who was one of history’s most colorful and influential figures. His story is well known, but his powerful writing is often unfamiliar to us.

This illustrated introductory guide to Luther’s life, theology, and works introduces and summarizes his major writings, such as The Bondage of the Will and On the Councils and the Church, and includes, with annotations, the complete Ninety-Five Theses. Stephen Nichols also gives encouragement and guidance for studying Luther’s ethical writings, “table talk,” hymns, and sermons. Includes a select guide for further reading.

Endorsement

“As we celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, may we not only appreciate the profound ways God used Martin Luther, but may we learn from him. Dr. Nichols gives us a front-row seat on Luther’s life. As we watch, may we have the same boldness and the same lifelong commitment to the gospel.”

—R.C. Sproul, Founder, Ligonier Ministries