Before You Open Your Bible: Nine Heart Postures For Approaching God's Word
By: Matt Smethurst
4.53
Format: 96 pages, Paperback
We know the Bible is important, but many of us struggle with it. We’re not biblical experts—though …
Want to Read $ 2.99"You may be familiar with praying in response to God’s Word, but what does it mean to pray in anticipation of it? What does it look like to approach your Bible prayerfully? It means not rushing into your Bible reading, expecting the pages to magically microwave your cold heart."-Matt Smethurst, Before You Open Your Bible: Nine Heart Postures For Approaching God's Word
"You may be familiar with praying in response to God’s Word, but what does it mean to pray in anticipation of it? What does it look like to approach your Bible prayerfully? It means not rushing into your Bible reading, expecting the pages to magically microwave your cold heart."-Matt Smethurst, Before You Open Your Bible: Nine Heart Postures For Approaching God's Word
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1. Crazy Busy: A (Mercifully) Short Book about a (Really) Big Problem
By: Kevin DeYoung
4.10
Format: 124 pages, Paperback
We've all heard it. We've all said it. All too often, busyness gets the best of us. Just one loo… read more
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"We will have to work hard to rest."-Kevin DeYoung, Crazy Busy: A (Mercifully) Short Book about a (Really) Big Problem
"Effective love is rarely efficient."-Kevin DeYoung, Crazy Busy: A (Mercifully) Short Book about a (Really) Big Problem
"I can turn every "is" into "ought "."-Kevin DeYoung, Crazy Busy: A (Mercifully) Short Book about a (Really) Big Problem
"Battling busyness is a community response."-Kevin DeYoung, Crazy Busy: A (Mercifully) Short Book about a (Really) Big Problem
2. The Hole in Our Holiness: Filling the Gap between Gospel Passion and the Pursuit of Godliness
By: Kevin DeYoung
4.23
Format: 159 pages, Hardcover
The “hole in our holiness” is that evangelicals don’t look particularly holy, and, despite the floo… read more
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"The man who attempts Christianity without the church shoots himself in the foot, shoots his children in the leg, and shoots his grandchildren in the heart."-Kevin DeYoung, The Hole in Our Holiness: Filling the Gap between Gospel Passion and the Pursuit of Godliness
"The irony is that if we make every imperative into a command to believe the gospel more fully, we turn the gospel into one more thing we have to get right, and faith becomes the one thing we need to …"-Kevin DeYoung, The Hole in Our Holiness: Filling the Gap between Gospel Passion and the Pursuit of Godliness
3. When People Are Big and God is Small: Overcoming Peer Pressure, Codependency, and the Fear of Man (Resources for Changing Lives)
By: Edward T. Welch
4.26
Format: 256 pages, Paperback
However you put it, the fear of man can be summarized this way: We replace God with people. Instead… read more
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"Fear"-Edward T. Welch, When People Are Big and God is Small: Overcoming Peer Pressure, Codependency, and the Fear of Man (Resources for Changing Lives)
"Jesus did not die to increase our self-esteem. Rather, Jesus died to bring glory to the Father by redeeming people from the curse of sin."-Edward T. Welch, When People Are Big and God is Small: Overcoming Peer Pressure, Codependency, and the Fear of Man (Resources for Changing Lives)
"1. We fear people because they can expose and humiliate us. 2. We fear people because they can reject, ridicule, or despise us. 3. We fear people because they can attack, oppress, or threaten us. The…"-Edward T. Welch, When People Are Big and God is Small: Overcoming Peer Pressure, Codependency, and the Fear of Man (Resources for Changing Lives)
"It is possible that our present-day discussion about needs might be framed more by secular psychological theories than by Scripture. If this is so, we should be careful about saying, "Jesus meets all…"-Edward T. Welch, When People Are Big and God is Small: Overcoming Peer Pressure, Codependency, and the Fear of Man (Resources for Changing Lives)
4. One-to-One Bible Reading: A Simple Guide for Every Christian
By: David R. Helm
4.16
Format: 144 pages, Paperback
Can you think of people in your life that you would like to see progress spiritually--perhaps a non… read more
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5. The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness
By: Timothy J. Keller
4.51
Format: 46 pages, Paperback
‘What are the marks of a supernaturally changed heart?’ This is one of the questions the Apostle… read more
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"...the essence of gospel-humility is not thinking more of myself or thinking less of myself, it is thinking of myself less."-Timothy J. Keller, The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness
"In other words, we are only proud of being more successful, more intelligent or more good-looking than the next person, and we are in the presence of someone who is more successful, intelligent and g…"-Timothy J. Keller, The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness
"Up until the 20th century, traditional cultures (and this is still true of most cultures in the world) always believed that too high a view of yourself was the root cause of all the evil in the world…"-Timothy J. Keller, The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness
6. Discipling: How to Help Others Follow Jesus
By: Mark Dever
3.33
Format: 161 pages, Hardcover
Before ascending to heaven, Jesus instructed his followers to "make disciples of all nations." But … read more
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7. Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds
By: Jen Wilkin
4.51
Format: 160 pages, Paperback
Many Christian women find great encouragement and joy in and through women's Bible studies. However… read more
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"It matters that women teach women, and that they do so with excellence."-Jen Wilkin, Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds
"We will not wake up ten years from now and find we have passively taken on the character of God."-Jen Wilkin, Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds
"Shaping someone's understanding of the things of God is a huge responsiblity, and it is not to be taken lightly."-Jen Wilkin, Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds
"The Word is living and active. It will conform you by dividing you. And in the dividing, miracle of miracles, it will render you whole."-Jen Wilkin, Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds
8. Thoughts for Young Men
By: J.C. Ryle
4.00
Format: None pages, Paperback
J.C. Ryle's handbook for young men, replete with warnings, exhortations, and instruction about this… read more
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9. Evangelism & the Sovereignty of God
By: J.I. Packer
4.35
Format: 126 pages, Paperback
If God is in control of everything, can Christians sit back and not bother to evangelize? Or does a… read more
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"It is the nature of love to be enterprising."-J.I. Packer, Evangelism & the Sovereignty of God
"Our are speculations are not the measure of our God."-J.I. Packer, Evangelism & the Sovereignty of God
"Creatures are not entitled to register complaints about their Creator."-J.I. Packer, Evangelism & the Sovereignty of God
"What we do every time we pray is to confess our impotence and God's sovereignty."-J.I. Packer, Evangelism & the Sovereignty of God
10. Praying the Bible
By: Donald S. Whitney
4.49
Format: 106 pages, Hardcover
All Christians know they should pray, but sometimes it’s hard to know how—especially if the minutes… read more
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11. Enjoy your prayer life
By: Michael Reeves
4.43
Format: 269 pages, Paperback
Sadly most of us struggle to set aside time to pray. But, fear not, this is not another book that w… read more
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12. Side by Side: Walking with Others in Wisdom and Love
By: Edward T. Welch
4.65
Format: None pages, Paperback
Practical Guidance for Loving Others Well Everyone needs help from time to time, especially in the … read more
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13. Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament
By: Mark Vroegop
4.54
Format: 224 pages, Paperback
Lament is how you live between the poles of a hard life and trusting God's goodness. Lament is h… read more
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"To cry is human, but to lament is Christian."-Mark Vroegop, Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament
"Every lament is a prayer; a statement of faith"-Mark Vroegop, Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament
"When brokenness becomes your life, lament helps you turn to God. It lifts your head and turns your tear-filled eyes toward the only hope you have: God's grace."-Mark Vroegop, Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament
"The lament of Good Friday was answered three days later with the empty tomb. The greatest injustice in history became the greatest display of divine mercy. Tragedy became triumph. Lament was the voic…"-Mark Vroegop, Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament
14. Humility: The Joy of Self-Forgetfulness
By: Gavin Ortlund
4.55
Format: 128 pages, Paperback
Cultivating Humility in a Gospel-Centered Way There are many misconceptions about what it means … read more
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"Humility is not a virtue we cultivate in the abstract; it is a mark of integrity to the gospel, and all our efforts at humility must be fueled by the gospel lest they result in mere fleshly counterfe…"-Gavin Ortlund, Humility: The Joy of Self-Forgetfulness
15. Deeper: Real Change for Real Sinners
By: Dane C. Ortlund
4.58
Format: 193 pages, Kindle Edition
“Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” —2 Peter 3:18 How do Chri… read more
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16. Do Not Be True to Yourself: Countercultural Advice for the Rest of Your Life
By: Kevin DeYoung
4.26
Format: 81 pages, Kindle Edition
Countercultural Yet Biblical Advice for High School and College Students, Ideal for Graduation and … read more
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17. How to Tell the Truth: The Story of How God Saved Me to Win Hearts—Not Just Arguments
By: Preston Perry
4.70
Format: 224 pages, Kindle Edition
The story of Preston Perry’s path toward God. A hope-filled apologetics and evangelism book written… read more
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"Don't let your pride murder your message."-Preston Perry, How to Tell the Truth: The Story of How God Saved Me to Win Hearts—Not Just Arguments
"When we're more invested in politics than we are in people--when someone shares their story--we won't hear a testimony, but a position. We won't hear a cry, but a stance."-Preston Perry, How to Tell the Truth: The Story of How God Saved Me to Win Hearts—Not Just Arguments
"Let us ask God to kill our pride and all the other sin inside us that might be in the way of the gospel. We don't ever want our personal conduct or behavior to be the reason someone rejects the gospe…"-Preston Perry, How to Tell the Truth: The Story of How God Saved Me to Win Hearts—Not Just Arguments
"The way we do apologetics looks different when we are motivated not by our desire to conquer the other person, but by our genuine love and compassion, and by our desire to see people discover God's l…"-Preston Perry, How to Tell the Truth: The Story of How God Saved Me to Win Hearts—Not Just Arguments
18. Remaking the World: How 1776 Created the Post-Christian West
By: Andrew Wilson
4.51
Format: 473 pages, Kindle Edition
How 7 Transformational Events in 1776 Paved the Way for Today’s Post-Christian West With dizzyin… read more
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19. Finding the Right Hills to Die on: The Case for Theological Triage
By: Gavin Ortlund
4.34
Format: 163 pages, Paperback
In theology, just as in battle, some hills are worth dying on. But how do we know which ones? When … read more
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20. The Lord of Psalm 23: Jesus Our Shepherd, Companion, and Host
By: David Gibson
4.74
Format: 157 pages, Kindle Edition
Expository Study of Psalm 23 Reveals the Beauty and Deep Theological Meaning behind a Familiar Part… read more
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21. You Are a Theologian: An Invitation to Know and Love God Well
By: Jen Wilkin
4.54
Format: 224 pages, Hardcover
Theology can be intimidating. Perhaps questions like these have kept you from engaging with it: “Wh… read more
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22. Do You Pray?
By: J.C. Ryle
4.62
Format: 50 pages, Paperback
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge… read more
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23. Rediscover Church: Why the Body of Christ Is Essential
By: Collin Hansen
4.13
Format: 160 pages, Paperback
“A Christian without a church is a Christian in trouble.” Since a global pandemic abruptly closed p… read more
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24. True Friendship
By: Vaughan Roberts
4.15
Format: 96 pages, Kindle Edition
In a culture where online communications and communities can be set up in seconds, it is striking t… read more
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25. In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character
By: Jen Wilkin
4.45
Format: 167 pages, Paperback
Sometimes we ask What is God's will for my life? when we should really be asking Who should I be? T… read more
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"How should the knowledge that God is ______ change the way I live?"-Jen Wilkin, In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character
"God's will for our lives is that we conform to the image of Christ, whose incarnation shows us humanity perfectly conformed to the image of God."-Jen Wilkin, In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character
"No longer can we parse our fellow humans into the categories of ‘lovable’ and ‘unlovable.’ If love is an act of the will — not motivated by need, not measuring worth, not requiring reciprocity — then…"-Jen Wilkin, In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character
"If we focus on our actions without addressing our hearts, we may end up merely as better behaved lovers of self (...) The hope of the gospel in our sanctification is not simply that we would make bet…"-Jen Wilkin, In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character
26. Impossible Christianity: Why Following Jesus Does Not Mean You Have to Change the World, Be an Expert in Everything, Accept Spiritual Failure, and Feel Miserable Pretty Much All the Time
By: Kevin DeYoung
4.36
Format: 160 pages, Hardcover
Bestselling Author Kevin DeYoung Offers Hope for Those Who Feel Like Christianity Has Become Hopele… read more
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27. Help for the Hungry Soul: Eight Encouragements to Grow Your Appetite for God's Word
By: Kristen Wetherell
4.42
Format: 146 pages, Kindle Edition
Encouragement to Treasure the Bible and Grow in Your Desire for God's Life-Giving Word In our ne… read more
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"God's word feels boring and familiar to us, so we turn to shiny entertainment, putting off eternal things until a more pressing time. The Bible seems too demanding or confusing, so we walk away from …"-Kristen Wetherell, Help for the Hungry Soul: Eight Encouragements to Grow Your Appetite for God's Word
28. Before You Open Your Bible: Nine Heart Postures For Approaching God's Word
By: Matt Smethurst
4.53
Format: 96 pages, Paperback
We know the Bible is important, but many of us struggle with it. We’re not biblical experts—though … read more
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"You may be familiar with praying in response to God’s Word, but what does it mean to pray in anticipation of it? What does it look like to approach your Bible prayerfully? It means not rushing into y…"-Matt Smethurst, Before You Open Your Bible: Nine Heart Postures For Approaching God's Word
29. Enjoying God: Experience the power and love of God in everyday
By: Tim Chester
4.43
Format: 176 pages, Kindle Edition
We believe in God, we serve God, we trust God, but would we say that we experience God on a day to … read more
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30. Made for Friendship: The Relationship That Halves Our Sorrows and Doubles Our Joys
By: Drew Hunter
4.28
Format: 184 pages, Paperback
While most people have companions, acquaintances, or spouses, do they know what it means to have re… read more
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31. Waiting Isn't a Waste: The Surprising Comfort of Trusting God in the Uncertainties of Life
By: Mark Vroegop
4.56
Format: 152 pages, Paperback
Exploring 6 Characteristics of Waiting to Prompt Wisdom from God and Gain Invaluable Peace Througho… read more
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