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5 New Releases Today!

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WE HAVE 5 NEW RELEASES TODAY!

1. 2 Samuel by Richard D. Phillips 

$39.99 | 504 pages | SAMPLE CHAPTER | Reformed Expository Commentary

With pastoral care, Richard Phillips charts the trajectory of David’s rise, fall, and restoration, noting vital lessons for today’s believer and showing that David’s hope, and ours, is Jesus Christ.

“Second Samuel contains enough political intrigue and scandal to fill a tabloid. Yet behind the machinations of kings stands the King who is preparing a kingdom for his Son. Rick Phillips unveils that kingdom with clear teaching and pointed application. Here is a sermonic commentary designed not only to educate, but to edify. It admirably succeeds in both.” —Joel R. Beeke

“In his kind providence, our Lord has provided a significant resource, once again, through a commentary from Rick Phillips. As in his other works, this commentary reads devotionally, yet challenges the mind to think deeply in the Word of God about the God of the Word. Amazingly, I can commend this to any believer for devotional reading, to the preacher for sermon development, and to the serious Bible student who longs to embrace the depth and height of God’s grace revealed in his Word.” —Harry L. Reeder III

2. A Graded Reader of Biblical Hebrew: Mastering Different Literary Styles from Simple to Advanced by William Fullilove 

$29.99 | 120 pages | SAMPLE CHAPTER

Students who complete a basic grammar of biblical Hebrew must next practice their hard-won skill by interacting with full texts. In this comprehensive graded reader, Professor William Fullilove provides helpful notes and questions to walk you through full texts in a variety of genres: from narrative and law to psalms and wisdom literature. His graded approach, starting with simpler texts and progressing to higher complexity, gives you the confidence you need to progress in your understanding of biblical Hebrew.

“Dr. Bill Fullilove is a master teacher of the Hebrew language. This Graded Reader, carefully arranged and annotated, will equip students to do what they really want to do: read and use Hebrew with skill and faithfulness.” —James L. (Jay) Harvey III

“Addresses a real gap in language learning. . . . [Fulillove] places students at the center yet again, providing even more resources to help them in the ultimate goal of their study: learning to read Hebrew now and in the future. This resource will provide students with the much-needed encouragement to persist with their Hebrew and to consolidate their early learning.” —C. A. Strine

Great Thinkers Series:

“When I was beginning my studies of theology and philosophy during the 1950s and ’60s, I profited enormously from P&R’s Modern Thinkers Series. Here were relatively short books on important philosophers and theologians such as Nietzsche, Dewey, Van Til, Barth, and Bultmann, by scholars of Reformed conviction such as Clark, Van Riessen, Ridderbos, Polman, and Zuidema. These books did not merely summarize the work of these thinkers; they were serious critical interactions. Today, P&R is resuming and updating the series, now called Great Thinkers. The new books, on people such as Aquinas, Hume, Nietzsche, Derrida, and Foucault, are written by scholars who are experts on these writers. As before, these books are short . . . They set forth accurately the views of the thinkers under consideration, and they enter into constructive dialogue, governed by biblical and Reformed convictions. I look forward to the release of all the books being planned and to the good influence  they will have on the next generation of philosophers and theologians.”

—John M. Frame

 

3. Michel Foucault by Christopher Watkin 

$14.99 | 216 pages | SAMPLE CHAPTER | Great Thinkers Series

Watkin assesses one of the most significant thinkers of our time—influencing disciplines as diverse as history, literature, philosophy, art, feminism, gender studies, and science—against the light of Scripture.

“If you’re not familiar with Michel Foucault, you should be. He is one of the most influential figures, if not the most influential figure, in contemporary Western culture. In this volume, Chris Watkin has accomplished what very few have even attempted. He walks us through the development of Foucault’s points of view with expert care and clarity. He also compares and contrasts these outlooks with the teachings of the New Testament in ways that challenge followers of Christ to look afresh at some of their most basic commitments. . . . I’ve been waiting for a volume like this for decades. It is essential for Christian scholars in every discipline.” —Richard L. Pratt Jr.

4. G. W. F. Hegel by Shao Kai Tseng 

$14.99 | 184 pages | SAMPLE CHAPTER | Great Thinkers Series

To do theology in the twenty-first century, we must understand Hegel. In this accessible introduction, Tseng examines the philosopher’s significant influence on European thought in general and Protestant theology in particular.

“William James amusingly noted that one side effect of nitrous oxide inhalation is increased understanding of Hegel’s philosophy. As fun as that sounds, I have a better suggestion: read this splendid book by Alex Tseng before diving into the German idealist’s profoundly difficult writings. I learned many new and useful things from Tseng’s well-informed exposition and analysis. Reformed readers will especially appreciate the discussion of how Bavinck, Vos, and Van Til . . . [exposed] the flawed foundations of his system while co-opting his common-grace insights to demonstrate the virtues of a Reformed Christian worldview.” —James N. Anderson

5. Richard Dawkins by Ransom Poythress 

$14.99 | 192 pages | SAMPLE CHAPTER | Great Thinkers Series

Dawkins has popularized the gene-centered approach to evolution yet is better known for his rejection of a supernatural creator. Poythress presents and critiques Dawkins’ ideas with a Reformed theological apologetic.

“The New Atheism is now an established feature of the intellectual landscape of our age. Richard Dawkins was one of the chief architects and intellectuals of the New Atheists. Ransom Poythress has written an accessible introduction to Dawkins’s life and thought and a compelling refutation of his arguments against Christianity. This is an enormously helpful resource.” —R. Albert Mohler Jr.

 

 

Cyber Monday Sale!

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Check out the full list of titles that are on still on sale through today, by clicking HERE.

 

Only $2.00!

Jesus Is Most Special by Sally Michael — $2.00

Sally Michael helps parents to share the story of the birth of Jesus with their children and goes a step further by placing the Christmas story in the larger context of the Bible—what comes before and after. She motivates even the youngest children to teach this all-important story to others after they have learned it for themselves.

Through its large, full-color illustrated pages and its suggestions for accompanying songs and visuals, this book will help children to learn by heart the most special story ever told.

What My Golden Retriever Taught Me about God by Rhonda McRae — $2.00

Does God care about his creatures? Does he care about you? Sadie, a golden retriever, gives us a hint in this beautiful story of dog and master.

$5.00—$7.50

Big Beliefs! Small Devotionals Introducing Your Family to Big Truths edited by David R. Helm — $7.50

The Christ of Christmas by James Montgomery Boice — $6.00

For the Love of Discipline: When the Gospel Meets Tantrums and Time-Outs by Sara Wallace — $7.50

Forty Days on the Mountain: Meditations on Knowing God by Stephen Smallman — $5.00

Heart Aflame: Daily Readings from Calvin in the Psalms by John Calvin — $7.50

The Heart of a Servant Leader: Letters from Jack Miller by C. John Miller — $7.50

The Intimate Marriage: A Practical Guide to Building a Great Marriage (Hardcover) by R.C. Sproul — $7.50

Loving Your Friend through Cancer: Moving beyond “I’m Sorry” to Meaningful Support by Marissa Henley — $7.50

Prayer PathWay: Journeying in a Life of Prayer by Kathi Lambrides Westlund — $5.00

The Story: The Bible’s Grand Narrative of Redemption by Jon Nielson — $7.50

Streams of Mercy: Prayers of Confession and Celebration by Barbara R. Duguid edited by Iain M. Duguid — $7.50

$10.00 – $15.00

Come to the Waters: Daily Bible Devotions for Spiritual Refreshment by James Montgomery Boice — $14.99

My Grandmother Is . . . Praying for Me: Daily Prayers and Proverbs for Character Development in Grandchildren by Susan Kelton, Pamela Ferriss, and Kathryn March — $10.00

The Incarnation in the Gospels by Richard D. Phillips, Philip Graham Ryken, and Daniel M. Doriani — $12.00

The Life of Moses: God’s First Deliverer of Israel by James Montgomery Boice — $14.99

Author Interview with Darby Strickland

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This week’s author interview is with Darby Strickland. She is the author of 2 RCL booklets: Domestic Abuse: Help for the Sufferer and Domestic Abuse: Recognize, Respond, Rescue.

  • Question #1—Tell us a little bit about yourself: where you’re from, family, job, personal interests, unique hobbies, what you do in your spare time, etc.

I reside in Pennsylvania with my husband and three children. I counsel at the Christian Counseling and Education Foundation and have a particular interest in educating churches on the issue of Domestic Abuse. One of my greatest joys is homeschooling my children. Our home is filled with music, read alouds, good food, games and tons of laughter. Like most people, my life often feels packed out, but I like to think it is filled with precious things. I enjoy traveling with my family to different cities where we take a particular interest in touring museums together.  I love any activity that involves water: swimming, beach days, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, watching a Longwood Gardens fountain show or walking along a lake. Being by the water is sweetly refreshing for my soul.

  • Question #2—What inspired you to write this book, about this topic?

God has placed many oppressed women in my care. The verse in Ecclesiastes has rung true for many of them as it captures the isolated and powerless plight of the oppressed, “Again I saw all the oppressions that are done under the sun. And behold, the tears of the oppressed, and they had no one to comfort them! On the side of their oppressors there was power, and there was no one to comfort them.” (Ecc. 4:1). My goal when I write is to open eyes so that family, friends, counselors and pastors can understand the circumstances of marriages and lives of abused spouses. Informing them about the realities of oppression enables them to provide wise and loving support to a largely hidden reality. But even more than that, it is my goal to connect these precious sufferers to God, their greatest comforter, as he has much to say about oppression and his desire to rescue them.

 

  • Question #3—How do you deal with writer’s block?

I have discovered two faithful partners to help me overcome writer’s block. Some days my brain just will not write, the words do not flow or I am stuck and cannot see a way to formulate connections. I have learned to accept the reality of having unproductive days and put the writing aside. It has been so important to take the pressure off of myself and trust that if God has something for me to say he will be faithful in helping me. I can wait, pray, and rest while trusting that he will bring the right words or ideas in his time. It is good to be dependent upon his mercy and help. My husband has also proven to be a blockade remover, as sometimes the block stems from self-doubt or lack of courage to write the harder things. He listens to me read and reread the same passages. I am so thankful for his devotion to the things that I am passionate about.  He helps me hear myself and refocus my passion for the material, but his encouragement keeps me fighting to do the hard work involved in writing.

 

  • Question #4—What advice would you give to aspiring writers?

Being a young writer myself I would encourage aspiring writers to write on topics they are passionate about. Writing is laborious. If you are driven by the material, you will be more committed to the process of writing. My teaching has greatly helped my writing, so before sitting down to prepare a manuscript, look for (or create) opportunities to teach the material. Teaching gives you immediate feedback on the impact and clarity of the material but it also provides you with a foundation to build on. Most importantly pray for the Lord to guide and shape your work.

How can readers discover more about you and your work?

 

Great Thinkers Series

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Series Introduction

Amid the rise and fall of nations and civilizations, the influence of a few great minds has been profound. Some of these remain relatively obscure, even as their thought shapes our world; others have become household names. As we engage our cultural and social contexts as ambassadors and witnesses for Christ, we must identify and test against the Word those thinkers who have so singularly formed the present age.

Each author was invited to meet a threefold goal, so that each Great Thinkers volume is, first, academically informed. The brevity of Great Thinkers volumes sets a premium on each author’s command of the subject matter and on the secondary discussions that have shaped each thinker’s influence. Our authors identify the most influential features of their thinkers’ work and address them with precision and insight. Second, the series maintains a high standard of biblical and theological faithfulness. Each volume stands on an epistemic commitment to “the whole counsel of God” (Acts 20:27), and is thereby equipped for fruitful critical engagement. Finally, Great Thinkers texts are accessible, not burdened with jargon or unnecessarily difficult vocabulary. The goal is to inform and equip the reader as effectively as possible through clear writing, relevant analysis, and incisive, constructive critique. My hope is that this series will distinguish itself by striking with biblical faithfulness and the riches of the Reformed tradition at the central nerves of culture, cultural history, and intellectual heritage.

Nathan D. Shannon, Series Editor

Praise for the Great Thinkers Series

“After a long eclipse, intellectual history is back. We are becoming aware, once again, that ideas have consequences. The importance of P&R Publishing’s leadership in this trend cannot be overstated. The series Great Thinkers: Critical Studies of Minds That Shape Us is a tool that I wish I had possessed when I was in college and early in my ministry. The scholars examined in this well-chosen group have shaped our minds and habits more than we know. Though succinct, each volume is rich, and displays a balance between what Christians ought to value and what they ought to reject. This is one of the happiest publishing events in a long time.”

—William Edgar, Professor of Apologetics, Westminster Theological Seminary

“When I was beginning my studies of theology and philosophy during the 1950s and ’60s, I profited enormously from P&R’s Modern Thinkers Series. Here were relatively short books on important philosophers and theologians such as Nietzsche, Dewey, Van Til, Barth, and Bultmann, by scholars of Reformed conviction such as Clark, Van Riessen, Ridderbos, Polman, and Zuidema. These books did not merely summarize the work of these thinkers; they were serious critical interactions. Today, P&R is resuming and updating the series, now called Great Thinkers. The new books, on people such as Aquinas, Hume, Nietzsche, Derrida, and Foucault, are written by scholars who are experts on these writers. As before, these books are short—around 100 pages. They set forth accurately the views of the thinkers under consideration, and they enter into constructive dialogue, governed by biblical and Reformed convictions. I look forward to the release of all the books being planned and to the good influence they will have on the next generation of philosophers and theologians.”

—John M. Frame, Professor of Systematic Theology and Philosophy Emeritus, Reformed Theological Seminary, Orlando

Available in the Great Thinkers Series

Forthcoming

  • Francis Bacon, by David C. Innes
  • Karl Barth, by Lane G. Tipton
  • David Hume, by James N. Anderson
  • Friedrich Nietzsche, by Carl R. Trueman
  • Karl Rahner, by Camden M. Bucey
  • Adam Smith, by Jan van Vliet

 

Author Highlight — David Powlison

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David Powlison (MDiv, Westminster Theological Seminary; MA, PhD, University of Pennsylvania) is executive director of the Christian Counseling and Education Foundation in Glenside, Pennsylvania, and the editor of the Journal of Biblical Counseling. He teaches at Westminster Theological Seminary and is a board member and fellow of the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors.

Seeing With New Eyes: Counseling and the Human Condition Through the Lens of Scripture

288 pages | $14.99 | Resources for Changing Lives

Does God have a take on counseling? Does his gaze have anything to say about the myriad issues counseling deals with? Has he communicated the way he thinks?

David Powlison helps us to see God in the counseling context, training us to see what God sees, hear what he says, and do what he does. As we look through this Scriptural lens, we will become more thoughtful in understanding people and more skillful in curing souls.

All counseling models—whether secular or religious—are essentially differing systems of “pastoral care and cure.” When you include God in the picture, it changes the way we think about “problem,” “diagnosis,” “strategy,” “solution,” “helpful,” “cure,” “insight,” and “counselor.” Learn how the Bible’s truth competes head-to-head with other counseling models and changes what we live for and how we live.

He is also the author of 7 RCL booklets

     

Anger. We all experience it, some more than others. When is it righteous, and when is it not? How can we control our anger and not get caught in a maze of rage when things don’t go our way?

“God’s unconditional love.” Sounds nice, but is it enough? Is there more to God’s love?

“Is it really possible to slay the dragon of pornography and fantasy once it has gained control of your life?” asks Powlison. The answer is yes, as you will see from an actual interview with a man who experienced Christ’s deliverance in this part of his life.

How do you know if you’re ready to marry? What are the signs that a man and a woman are heading in the same direction and are right for each other?

Are you overwhelmed by stress? On edge? Pressured to achieve? Spinning into free fall? What is the “noise” going on inside you? Or are you quiet inside?

Do I have any real friends? Will I ever find a spouse? If I do find one, will he or she be faithful? Will we be able to have kids? What about my health? There’s always something to worry about.

“Why is this happening to me? Where is God in my time of anguish?”