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Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus: A Devout Muslim Encounters Christianity
by Nabeel Qureshi
A Muslim's journey towards faith in Jesus and his encounters with Christianity along the way.
In Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus , now expanded with new bonus content, Nabeel Qureshi describes his dramatic journey from Islam to Christianity, complete with friendships, investigations, and ... (Barnes & Noble)
Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy
by Eric Metaxas
A biography of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a German theologian who opposed the Nazi regime.
Who better to face the greatest evil of the 20 th -century than a humble man of faith? As Adolf Hitler and the Nazis seduced a nation, bullied a continent, and attempted to exterminate the Jews of ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Knowledge of the Holy
by A.W. Tozer
A profound exploration of the attributes of God and the importance of knowing Him.
This timeless gift breathes a spirit of devotion for all Christians, from those who are newly arrived to those who are committing themselves anew to Jesus Christ., The Knowledge of the Holy, by ... (Barnes & Noble)
Heaven
by Randy Alcorn
A journey to the afterlife, examining the nature of eternity from a Christian perspective.
What is Heaven really going to be like? What will we look like? What will we do? Won't Heaven get boring after a while? We all have questions about what Heaven will be like, and after 25 years of ... (Goodreads)
ESV Study Bible
by Anonymous
Comprehensive study of the Bible, providing an in-depth look at the scriptures.
The ESV Study Bible was designed to help you understand the Bible in a deeper way. Created by a diverse team of 95 leading Bible scholars and teachers–from 9 countries, nearly 20 denominations, and ... (Goodreads)
The Cost of Discipleship
by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
A theological exploration of the cost of taking up one's cross and faithfully following Jesus.
One of the most important theologians of the twentieth century illuminates the relationship between ourselves and the teachings of Jesus in this classic text on ethics, humanism, and civic duty. What ... (Goodreads)
Searching for Sunday: Loving, Leaving, and Finding the Church
by Rachel Held Evans
A memoir of a woman's journey through the ups and downs of faith, church, and spirituality.
From New York Times bestselling author Rachel Held Evans comes a book that is both a heartfelt ode to the past and hopeful gaze into the future of what it means to be a part of the Church. Centered ... (Barnes & Noble)
Peace Child: An Unforgettable Story of Primitive Jungle Teaching in the 20th Century
by Don Richardson
A modern-day missionary's account of his life-changing experience with a remote tribe in New Guinea.
In 1962, Don and Carol Richardson risked their lives to share the gospel with the Sawi people of New Guinea. Peace Child tells their unforgettable story of living among these headhunters and ... (Goodreads)
The Hiding Place: The Triumphant True Story of Corrie Ten Boom
by Corrie ten Boom
A remarkable testament to faith and courage in the face of unfathomable odds and unspeakable horrors.
The book begins with the ten Boom family celebrating the 100th anniversary of the family business; they sell and repair watches under the family's elderly father, Casper ten Boom . The business takes ... (Wikipedia)
A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph
by Sheldon Vanauken
An exploration of faith and love in the wake of tragedy and unexpected grace.
A heart-rending love story described by its author as “the spiritual autobiography of a love rather than of the lovers” about the author’s marriage and search for faith. Vanauken chronicles the birth ... (Goodreads)
Forgotten God: Reversing Our Tragic Neglect of the Holy Spirit
by Francis Chan
Examining the need for a spiritual revival of the Holy Spirit in modern life.
In the name of the Father, the Son, and ... the Holy Spirit. We pray in the name of all three, but how often do we live with an awareness of only the first two? As Jesus ascended into heaven, He ... (Goodreads)
The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God
by Timothy J. Keller
Exploring the complexities of marriage, offering wisdom and insight on the purpose of marriage.
Renowned pastor of New York’s Redeemer Presbyterian Church and author of The Songs of Jesus , Timothy Keller with his wife of 36 years, delivers The Meaning of Marriage , an extraordinarily ... (Goodreads)
Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs
by Emerson Eggerichs
A guide to understanding the needs of the opposite sex and unlocking the secrets to a lasting relationship.
A, New York Times, best-selling marriage book with more than one million copies sold! Based on over three decades of counseling, as well as scientific and biblical research, Dr. Emerson Eggerichs and ... (Goodreads)
7: An Experimental Mutiny Against Excess
by Jen Hatmaker
A spiritual and practical journey to live with less, finding freedom and contentment.
Why do we pursue, more, when we'd be happier with, less,? This is the story of how, New York Times, bestselling author Jen Hatmaker and her family tried to combat overindulgence—and what they learned ... (Barnes & Noble)
Accidental Saints: Finding God in All the Wrong People
by Nadia Bolz-Weber
An exploration of faith, grace, and redemption through the stories of ordinary people.
What if that person you've been trying to avoid is your best shot at grace today?,...And what if that's the point?, In Accidental Saints, New York Times best-selling author Nadia Bolz-Weber invites ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else in Business
by Patrick Lencioni
How to create a healthy organization by improving communication, collaboration, and commitment.
There is a competitive advantage out there, arguably more powerful than any other. Is it superior strategy? Faster innovation? Smarter employees? No, New York Times best-selling author, Patrick ... (Goodreads)
Pastrix: The Cranky, Beautiful Faith of a Sinner Saint
by Nadia Bolz-Weber
A frank exploration of faith and religion, reconciling the divides between the sacred and the profane.
Now a, New York Times, bestseller, Nadia Bolz-Weber takes no prisoners as she reclaims the term "pastrix"(pronounced "pas-triks," a term used by some Christians who refuse to recognize female ... (Barnes & Noble)
Jesus Among Other Gods: The Absolute Claims of the Christian Message
by Ravi Zacharias
A study of religious truth, exploring the uniqueness of Jesus and the Christian faith.
In a world with so many religions, why Jesus? We are living in a time when you can believe anything, as long as you do not claim it to be true. In the name of “tolerance,” our postmodern culture ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics
by Daniel James Brown
An inspiring story of a rowing crew battling against the odds to win gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics.
This novel is about the University of Washington eight-oared crew that represented the United States in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin, and narrowly beat out Italy and Germany to win the gold medal. The ... (Wikipedia)
The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness
by Timothy J. Keller
An exploration of the power of humility and surrendering one's pride and ego.
‘What are the marks of a supernaturally changed heart?’ This is one of the questions the Apostle Paul addresses as he writes to the church in Corinth. He’s not after some superficial outward ... (Goodreads)
Kisses from Katie
by Katie Davis
A young woman's journey of faith, service, and love in the slums of Uganda.
What would cause an eighteen-year-old old senior class president and homecoming queen from Nashville, Tennessee, to disobey and disappoint her parents by forgoing college, break her little brother’s ... (Goodreads)
One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are
by Ann Voskamp
A memoir of finding joy in the midst of pain and suffering by cultivating gratitude and mindfulness.
MORE THAN ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD, New York Times, bestselling author Ann Voskamp invites you to embrace everyday blessings and embark on the transformative spiritual discipline of chronicling God's ... (Barnes & Noble)
Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen
by Christopher McDougall
A thrilling exploration of the Tarahumara tribe and their superhuman running abilities.
Full of incredible characters, amazing athletic achievements, cutting-edge science, and, most of all, pure inspiration, Born to Run is an epic adventure that began with one simple question: Why does ... (Goodreads)
Rising Strong: The Reckoning. The Rumble. The Revolution.
by Brené Brown
An exploration of how to courageously confront hardship and use it to build strength and resilience.
Social scientist Brené Brown has ignited a global conversation on courage, vulnerability, shame, and worthiness. Her pioneering work uncovered a profound truth: Vulnerability—the willingness to show ... (Goodreads)
The Ragamuffin Gospel: Good News for the Bedraggled, Beat-Up, and Burnt Out
by Brennan Manning
A reflection on the unconditional love of God, inviting readers to find healing and peace.
Are you bedraggled, beat-up, burnt-out? Most of us believe in God’s grace—in theory. But somehow we can’t seem to apply it in our daily lives. We continue to see Him as a small-minded bookkeeper, ... (Barnes & Noble)
Don't Waste Your Life
by John Piper
A plea to live an intentional life, devoted to glorifying God.
John Piper writes, "I will tell you what a tragedy is. I will show you how to waste your life. Consider this story from the February 1998 Reader's Digest: A couple 'took early retirement from their ... (Goodreads)
A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail
by Bill Bryson
A humorous account of a man's attempt to hike the Appalachian Trail, reflecting on the beauty and history of the American wilderness.
The book starts with Bryson explaining his curiosity about the Appalachian Trail near his house. He and his old friend Stephen Katz start hiking the trail from Georgia in the South , and stumble in ... (Wikipedia)
The Weight of Glory
by C.S. Lewis
An exploration of the beauty of Christianity, examining the glory of God and its implications for believers.
The classic Weight of Glory by C.S. Lewis, the most important Christian writer of the 20th century, contains nine sermons delivered by Lewis during World War Two. The nine addresses in Weight of ... (Goodreads)
Tortured for Christ
by Richard Wurmbrand
The true story of a Romanian pastor's brutal imprisonment and torture for his faith in communist prisons.
One Man Who Dared to Stand Up Months of solitary confinement, years of periodic physical torture, constant suffering from hunger and cold, the anguish of brainwashing and mental cruelty—these are the ... (Goodreads)
Lab Girl
by Hope Jahren
A memoir about a young woman's journey to discover her scientific calling and resilience.
Acclaimed scientist Hope Jahren has built three laboratories in which she’s studied trees, flowers, seeds, and soil. Her first book is a revelatory treatise on plant life—but it is also so much ... (Goodreads)
