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Your friendly, independent online bookshop Dear friends, Our new magazine is once again packed with new publications, which are highlighted. We have done our best to check with the publishers that none of these titles will be delayed – which recently some books have experienced.

Our key title is Richard Rohr’s The World, the Flesh and the Devil (opposite) which distils over 50 years’ wisdom and helps us resist evil, both personal moral failing as well as those in society. No easy solutions are offered, but a way outlined in contemplation and with love.

Celtic spirituality features heavily on page 9 with The Art of Peace by David Cole, along with other titles. On page 16 we feature an interview with Steve Bell, author of Mountains Move, who challenges us all to achieve greater social cohesion in our increasingly multi-cultural society.

We hope you will be inspired, refreshed, challenged and entertained!

David Wavre, Editor

3 Author Feature: Richard Rohr 4-5 Prayer & Spirituality 6-7 Biographies 8 Devotional 9 Celtic 10 Diaries & Lectionaries 11 Daily Bible Reading Notes 12-13 Theology 14 Bible Study 15 Bibles 16 Author Feature & Interview: Steve Bell 17 Church History 18 Time to Relax!

19-23 Christian Life 24-25 Fiction 26-28 Children's 29 Older Children | Teens 30 Music & Film 31 Order Form

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Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table: It's Time to Win the Battle of Your Mind...

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Louie Giglio Scripture is clear: the Enemy is a liar who will stop at nothing to tempt you into poor decisions and self-defeating mindsets, making you feel afraid, angry, anxious, or defeated.

It is all too easy for Satan to weasel his way into a seat at the table intended for only you and your King. But you can fight back. Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table outlines the ways to overcome those lies so you can find peace and security in any challenging circumstance or situation. Louie Giglio examines Psalm 23 in fresh ways, highlighting verse 5: 'You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.' You can find freedom from insecurity, temptation, and defeat - if you allow Jesus, the Shepherd, to lead the battle for your mind and heart.

Hb | 208 pgs | THOMAS NELSON

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Author Feature: Richard Rohr

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ichard Rohr, OFM, is an American author, spiritual writer, and Franciscan friar based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was ordained to the priesthood in the Roman Catholic Church in 1970. The PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) has called him 'one of the most popular spirituality authors and speakers in the world.'

The World, the Flesh and the Devil: What Do We Do With Evil?

Addressing the three traditional sources of evil, Rohr describes how Christianity has focused almost exclusively on the individual, flesh level, while the world and the devil basically got off scot-free for most of Christian history. To see how vital that we look beyond personal moral failings is revealed though Rohr's gripping interpretation of the teachings of Jesus and Paul. This book offers no easy solutions. We are all complicit in the social evils pervading our lives. Yet, skilfully distilling half a century of teaching and preaching, Rohr leaves us with principles for resisting evil with contemplation and love.

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Every Thing is Sacred: 40 Practices and Reflections on The Universal Christ

In his landmark book, The Universal Christ, Richard Rohr articulated a transformative view of what it means to recognise Jesus as 'Christ' - as a portrait of God's constant, unfolding work in the world, and in us. Now, in partnership with Patrick Boland, a psychotherapist and member of the Center for Action and Contemplation community, Rohr invites us to experience God's work in practice through a series of 40 reflections. Each reflection draws on a key passage of The Universal Christ, pairing this with prayers, journal prompts and contemplative exercises to help us encounter the truth that the presence and compassion of God are all around us.

Pb | 256 pgs | SPCK

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The Divine Dance:

What Do We Do With the Bible?

Pb | 224 pgs | SPCK

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The Trinity and Your Transformation

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Hb | 96 pgs | SPCK

The Universal Christ:

How a Forgotten Reality Can Change Everything We See, Hope For, and Believe Pb | 272 pgs | SPCK

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Prayer & Spirituality All Shall Be Well: The Revelations of Divine Love of Julian of Norwich

Sheila Upjohn All Shall Be Well is widely considered to be the clearest modern rendering of Revelations of Divine Love, the 'showings' received from God by the 15th-century anchoress Julian of Norwich, which have brought comfort and hope to countless people around the world.

Sheila Upjohn's acclaimed translation provided the bestselling Enfolded in Love selection of Julian's words.

Pb | 208 pgs | DLT

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PRE-ORDER: Publishes 29th July

NEW On Retreat with Henri Nouwen: Engaging Life's Big Questions

Chris Pritchett and Marjorie Thompson Henri Nouwen’s own spiritual journey, marked by a restless quest and yearning for an experience of the divine, led him down paths familiar to many spiritual seekers today.

The questions he wrestled with are the same that speak to our own hearts: Who am I? Who is God? How do I know God loves me? Where is God when suffering surrounds me?

How can I find interior peace in anxious, troubled times? On Retreat with Henri Nouwen provides a retreat experience for both individuals and churches seeking to renew their selfunderstanding and purpose. It offers connections to contemporary life, points for reflection, prayer pauses for contemplation and prompts for engaging in one’s own spiritual quest, whatever shape it may take.

Pb | 172 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

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Invitation to Solitude and Silence: Experiencing God's Transforming Presence

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Ruth Haley Barton Using the story of Elijah, Invitation to Solitude and Silence explores the power of quietness and stillness in connecting with God. Filled with practical exercises that draw on Ruth's own experience, it encourages and challenges us to rethink how we see silence and solitude and to use them to invite God deeper into our lives. Invitation to Solitude and Silence is ideal for anyone looking for spiritual disciplines to help them connect more fully with God and practices to aid their spiritual formation. Ruth's gentle wisdom will expand your idea of what prayer can be, and help you find time to rest and renew your faith so that your relationship with God is strengthened. Helpful and hopeful, this book is a reminder that God does not push Himself where He is not wanted but waits for us to respond from the depths of our desire. Will you say yes?

Pb | 160 pgs | FORM

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80 Reflective Prayer Ideas: A Creative Resource for Church and Group Use

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 15th July

Claire Daniel Prayer remains a vital part of Christian discipleship. Following the success of the author's 80 Creative Prayer Ideas, this ready-to-use resource book contains 80 further ideas on setting up reflective and creative prayer stations or responses. Claire Daniel shows us how to pray with our whole being - our senses as well as our voice, our hearts as much as our minds. Tried and tested, these ideas will enhance the praying of small groups, churches and individuals.

Pb | 192 pgs | BRF

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The Way of St Benedict

Rowan Williams With typical eloquence and wisdom, Rowan Williams explores the appeal of St Benedict's sixth-century Rule, showing it to be a document of great relevance to present-day Christians and non-believers. For over a millennium the Rule has been influential on the life of Benedictine monks, but has also served in some sense as a 'background note' to almost all areas of civic experience: artistic, intellectual and institutional. The effects of this on society have been far-reaching and Benedictine communities and houses still attract countless visitors, testifying to the appeal and continuing relevance of Benedict's principles.

Pb | 160 pgs | BLOOMSBURY

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When You Pray

Augustine's Life of Prayer, Learning and Love

Joanna Collicutt In this updated edition of a classic, Joanna shows how growing as a Christian is rooted in the prayer Jesus gave us. As we pray the Lord's Prayer, we express our relationship with God, absorb Gospel values and are motivated to live them out.

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Pb | 208 pgs | BRF

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Cally Hammond There are many biographies on how Augustine shaped Western Christianity. This isn't a book about his faith and doubts, it's about how he learned to read the Bible, pray, and love - the Word at the heart of faith.

Pb | 144 pgs | BRF

How to...

C.S. Lewis The best of Lewis’ insights into Christianity and its expression in our lives, cultivated from his essays, articles, letters and classic works. More than 50 years after his death, his reflections remain persuasive and insightful, provoking you to ponder the essence of faith. These books help you forge a deep understanding of your beliefs and Christian life, strengthening your relationship with God. Pb | 156 - 208 pgs | WILLIAM COLLINS

How to Pray: Reflections & Essays REF 3016 How to Be a Christian: Reflections & Essays REF 3017 RRP £8.99 Aslan £6.99 each

Prayer in the Night: For Those Who Work or Watch or Weep

Tish Harrison Warren How can we trust God in the dark? Framed around a nighttime prayer of Compline, Tish Harrison Warren explores themes of human vulnerability, suffering, and God's seeming absence. When she navigated a time of doubt and loss, the prayer was grounding for her.

Where do we find comfort when we lie awake worrying or weeping in the night? This book offers a prayerful and frank approach to the difficulties in our ordinary lives at work, at home, and in a world filled with uncertainty.

Hb | 208 pgs | IVP

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Biographies Dorothy L. Sayers: A Biography

Colin Duriez A strong Christian, she had a baby by a man she did not love - out of wedlock. Possessing a fierce intellect, she translated Dante - and also created one of the most popular fictional detectives ever, in Lord Peter Wimsey. With no new biographies on Sayers having been published for some time, Colin Duriez reassesses her life, her writings, her studies and her faith. Drawing on previously unpublished material, particularly her collected letters, he brings to life a fascinating woman.

Pb | 256 pgs | LION BOOKS

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Through My Father's Eyes

Franklin Graham Through My Father's Eyes takes an intimate look at Billy Graham's incredible life and unstoppable calling through the unique perspective of his son Franklin. As a beloved evangelist and a respected man of God, Billy Graham stated his purpose in life, and it never wavered: to help people find a personal relationship with God through a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. This was a calling that only increased over time, and Billy embraced it fully throughout his active ministry and beyond. Yet Billy pursued his life's work, as many men do, amid a similarly significant calling to be a loving husband and father.

Pb | 336 pgs | THOMAS NELSON

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Up From the Ashes: A Syrian Christian Doctor’s Story of Sacrifice, Endurance and Hope

'Dr A' with Samara Levy In one of the most brutal wars of the twenty-first century, millions of Syrians fled for a safer life elsewhere. Dr A was one of the few medical doctors that stayed. Driven by his Christian faith, Dr A risked his own safety, and that of his family, to care for innocent lives caught in the epicentre of a war zone through the most aggressive years of the Syrian war. His world exploded and collapsed around him, losing his home, hospital, family and friends. Yet he remained uncompromising in his commitment to serve his people, through these near-apocalyptic events. Up From the Ashes is a gripping story of sacrifice and endurance - fuelled by prayer and bound by hope.

Hb | 256 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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The Giant at My Back: A Year in the Life of a Dementia Carer

Carolyn Donnelly When Carolyn's husband Ralph was diagnosed with mixed dementia in spring 2017, she knew life for them would never be the same. As she chronicles their first year living with this giant, Carolyn shares how her faith and their relationship were tested to the limit by loneliness and loss as she took on the role of Ralph's carer. Yet we also see how God's gracious promises gave her courage to confront the giant at their back, and even find joy and growth amidst both challenges faced and unexpected blessings received. While everyone's dementia journey is unique, this honest and poignant love story will resonate with many travelling the same path, and help others to understand and offer support.

Pb | 176 pgs | INSTANT APOSTLE

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Vicar of Baghdad: My Journey So Far

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Andrew White The story of how Andrew White overcame a childhood beset by illness to become an anaesthetist and then a vicar in the Church of England. As Vicar of St George's Baghdad, the only Anglican church in Iraq, he leads a team providing food, health care, and education on a major scale and often in dire circumstances. He has had a considerable role in the work of reconciliation, both between Christian and Jew and between Shiite and Sunni Muslim. Andrew is widely recognised to be one of a tiny handful of people trusted by virtually every side in the complex Middle East. Despite dealing with the pain from multiple sclerosis and facing extreme personal danger, he has nevertheless been able to mediate between opposing extremes. Political and military solutions are constantly put forward, and constantly fail. Andrew offers a different approach, speaking as a man of faith to men of faith. He is trusted by those who trust very few.

Pb | 440 pgs | LION BOOKS

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A Greater Glory: From Pitch to Pulpit

Gavin Peacock They say it is every schoolboy's dream to play in the F.A. Cup Final and it's a dream that came true for Gavin Peacock. In his riveting autobiography follow Gavin's journey from a child growing up in a footballing family to Chelsea captain; from a son following in his father's footsteps to a husband and father supporting his own family; from pundit to preacher.

Experience his highs and lows as he tells his story and explains the driving force behind it all his love for football, his love for his family, and most importantly his love for God. Hb | 264 pgs | CHRISTIAN FOCUS

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J. Hudson Taylor: A Man in Christ

Roger Steer The amazing life story of British Protestant Christian missionary James Hudson Taylor (1832-1905) explores the challenges of one man's life in Christ. Driven by a deep concern for those without Jesus, and having an unshakable confidence in the faithfulness of God, Taylor moved to China at just 21, and later became the founder of the China Inland Mission (CIM, now OMF International).

Pb | 384 pgs | AUTHENTIC MEDIA

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Jennifer: A Life Precious to God

Karen S. Palmer When Karen and Gordon are asked how many children they have, they tell people two – it’s just easier that way. But the truth is that there will always be three… Their first child, Jennifer Grace, was discovered to have multiple abnormalities before birth. Faced with the invidious choice of termination or continuing the pregnancy, they chose the latter, and a beautiful baby girl was born to them, only to die hours later. Sharing the struggles and doubts they have faced, Jennifer’s parents show how loved she was and how her short life was used to bless many lives. This is a rich testimony to God’s goodness and intimate involvement in our lives. Even when tragedy strikes, every life is precious to Him. Pb | 160 pgs | INSTANT APOSTLE

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Devotional Deep Calls to Deep: Spiritual Formation in the Hard Places of Life

Tony Horsfall The book of Psalms offers honest insights into the reality of life with God, reflecting every human emotion and situation. Through looking at some of the Psalms written ‘from the depths’, we can understand more fully the way in which God is at work to shape our characters and form the life of Christ within us during difficult times. This book offers reflections drawn from selected Psalms to guide us as we begin to make sense of our own history with God, and also points us to how we can get to know God better here and now, preparing us for whatever may lie ahead. Deep Calls to Deep speaks to those who are ‘passing through the valley’. It will also be helpful to anyone who desires a deeper walk with God, as well as those who accompany others on their Christian journey as mentors, soul friends or spiritual directors.

Pb | 160 pgs | BRF

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The Joy of My Heart: Meditating Daily on God's Word

Anne Graham Lotz Known for her remarkable gifts in weaving spiritual truths into everyday life, Anne Graham Lotz offers insightful meditations on Scripture in this collection of daily devotions. Each of the 365 devotions in The Joy of My Heart includes a Scripture verse and reflections from Anne Graham Lotz on topics such as eternity, grief and faith. Called 'the best preacher in the family' by her father, Billy Graham, Anne will draw you to a deeper relationship with Jesus. She asks us to join with her in 'lifechanging discovery as, day by day, we learn more about God.' The Joy of My Heart is a beautiful gift for anyone looking for a concise collection of daily devotions and Bible verses.

Hb | 400 pgs | THOMAS NELSON

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Restoration Year: A 365-Day Devotional

John Eldredge We all need to believe that our lives can be better, our relationships can be smoother, and our futures are bright. This 365-day devotional by bestselling author John Eldredge will guide you on a year of restoration. Each devotion features a Bible verse, a devotion, and a closing prayer or inspiring challenge that will equip you to pursue lasting transformation in your life and relationships. Find your hope ignited as you learn how to refuel relationships, renew your joy in living, and re-create a passion for your Creator.

Hb | 400 pgs | THOMAS NELSON

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C.S. Lewis' Little Book of Wisdom: Meditations on Faith, Life, Love and Literature

Offering more than 300 bite-size nuggets of inspiration and wisdom from the much-loved author, philosopher and Christian theologist, here, in one concise and inspirational volume, is the essence of Lewis’ thought. This distillation of his feelings on subjects ranging from love and faith, to ethics and morality, to myth and literature will throw open the windows of the soul and provide readers with wisdom and inspiration from one of the best-loved writers of the 20th century.

Pb | 400 pgs | WILLIAM COLLINS

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Celtic The Art of Peace: Life Lessons From Christian Mystics

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David Cole Deep inner peace and peace of mind with spiritual balance is something everyone wants, but how does one attain it?

More importantly, how does one maintain it in the midst of everyday life? Moving through sections on Stillness, Silence, Solitude and Sanctuary, this book draws on the lived experience and learning of the author, as well as the wisdom of Christian contemplatives and mystics from the past, to help people walk the mystic path of peace through life.

Pb | 144 pgs | BRF

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Celtic Saints: 40 Days of Devotional Readings Pb | 144 pgs | BRF

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The Celtic Year: A Rhythm of Prayer and

Meditation for the Eight Points of the Celtic Year Pb | 144 pgs | BRF

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The Spiritual Formation of Evelyn Underhill

Robyn Wrigley-Carr Given the renewed interest in Evelyn Underhill with the publication of Evelyn Underhill's Prayer Book (SPCK, January 2018), the time seems right to offer a fresh perspective on the writer's spiritual formation. Having undertaken original research, Robyn Wrigley-Carr first explores the spiritual nurture that Evelyn Underhill received from Baron Friedrich von Hugel ('to whom I owe my spiritual life'). Second, she reveals the spiritual nurture that Underhill gave to people herself, utilising both published and unpublished materials.

Pb | 192 pgs | SPCK

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Celtic Daily Prayer: Book One: The Journey Begins The first in a two-volume collection of liturgies, prayers and meditations from the Northumbria community.

Hb | 848 pgs | WILLIAM COLLINS

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Celtic Daily Prayer: Book Two: Farther Up and Farther In Building on the foundations set down in Book One, this collection blends the voices of the early Celtic and desert saints with more contemporary sources.

Hb | 848 pgs | WILLIAM COLLINS

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Diaries & Lectionaries Common Worship Lectionary: Advent 2021 - Advent 2022

CW & BCP Lectionary 2022 A streamlined, clear presentation of the Common Worship calendar and lectionary, with BCP readings on the same page. Sundays and major festivals are covered, as well as weekday services.

Bible references for the liturgical year. Including principal, second and third service readings for Sundays and festivals, plus morning and evening readings.

Pb | 80 pgs | CHURCH HOUSE

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Reflections for Daily Prayer: Advent 2021 Advent 2022

The Canterbury Church Book & Desk Diary 2022

Provides one page per weekday alongside a double page spread for Sundays.

Bible reading notes based on the CW Lectionary. Each day, Monday to Saturday, popular Anglican writers offer insightful, inspiring reflections on one of the day's readings for Morning Prayer.

512 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

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Church Pocket Book & Diary 2022

Week-to-view (Sunday is a double-size space), with titles of Sundays and festivals corresponding to the CW & BCP calendar and Lectionary.

Flexibound | 1324 pgs | SPCK

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The Dave Walker Guide to the Church 2022 Calendar

The Dave Walker Guide to the Church Calendar is a regular favourite with his loyal and enthusiastic fans and a lifesaver for stressed church people. Dave’s distinctive and detailed style (he calls them ‘diagrams’), his quiet comic genius and his ability to see humour in the ordinary and the everyday, mean his cartoons can be enjoyed again and again.

Pb | 14 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

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The Canterbury Preacher's Companion 2022 Catherine Williams 150 sermons with hymn suggestions. Each Sunday has two sermons based on Principal and Second Service lectionaries, plus sermons for special occasions, services, festivals and saints' days.

Pb | 348 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

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Daily Bible Reading Notes

A selection of Daily Bible reading notes to help us prayerfully read God's Word every day.

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Daily Bible reading and prayer.

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Theology Contemplating God with the Great Tradition: Recovering Trinitarian Classical Theism

Craig A. Carter Leading Christian theologian Craig Carter, known for his provocative defenses of classical approaches to doctrine, critiques the recent trend toward modifying or rejecting classical theism in favour of modern 'relational' understandings of God. The book includes a short history of trinitarian theology from its patristic origins to the modern period, and a concluding appendix provides a brief summary of classical trinitarian theology.

Pb | 352 pgs | BAKER ACADEMIC

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Looking East in Winter: Contemporary Thought and the Eastern Christian Tradition Rowan Williams In many ways, we seem to be living in wintry times at present in the Western world. In this new book, Rowan Williams, former Archbishop of Canterbury and a noted scholar of Eastern Christianity, introduces us to some aspects and personalities of the Orthodox Christian world, from the desert contemplatives of the fourth century to philosophers, novelists and activists of the modern era, that suggest where we might look for fresh light and warmth. He shows how this rich and diverse world opens up new ways of thinking about spirit and body, prayer and action, worship and social transformation, which go beyond the polarisations we take for granted.

Hb | 272 pgs | BLOOMSBURY CONTINUUM

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Reimagining Britain: Foundations for Hope

Justin Welby In this revised and expanded edition, Welby has taken fully into account the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Brexit and all the social and political unrest that has ensued.

If anything, the new edition of Archbishop Welby's book is even more important than its predecessor. Here is a radical vision for 21st century Britain. The thesis of this book is that the work of reimagining is as great as it was in 1945, and will happen either by accident - and thus badly - or deliberately. Welby explores the areas in which values are translated into action, including the traditional three of recent history: health (especially public and mental), housing and education.

Pb | 336 pgs | BLOOMSBURY CONTINUUM

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God and Stephen Hawking: Whose Design is it Anyway?, Second Edition

John C. Lennox In this swift and forthright reply, John Lennox, Oxford mathematician and author of God's Undertaker, exposes the flaws in Hawking's logic. In lively, layman's terms, the book guides us through the key points in Hawking's arguments - with clear explanations of the latest scientific and philosophical methods and theories - and demonstrates that far from disproving a Creator God, they make his existence seem all the more probable.

Pb | 112 pgs | LION BOOKS

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Knowing God

J. I. Packer Knowing God is one of the most significant and popular Christian books of our time and has deepened the faith and understanding of millions of people around the world.

'Dr Packer says we're cruel to ourselves if we try to live in His world without knowing about the God whose world it is and who runs it. I'm convinced we're cruel if we deny ourselves the wisdom contained in this Christian classic.' Rico Tice Pb | 352 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine, Second Edition

Wayne Grudem Wayne Grudem believes that 'theology is meant to be lived and prayed and sung' - but before this can happen, it must be understood. The most widely-used text of the last 25 years in its discipline, Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem has been thoroughly revised and expanded (all 57 chapters) for the first time, while retaining the features that have made it the standard in its field: clear explanations, an emphasis on each doctrine's scriptural basis, and practical applications to daily life.

Hb | 1616 pgs | IVP

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Compel Them to Come In: Calvinism and the Free Offer of the Gospel

Donald Macleod If we believe in God's sovereign predestination, how can we offer Christ to sinners indiscriminately? How could someone who knew that no one can come to Christ unless the Father draws them still plead with them to look to the Saviour? The Bible clearly entreats us to go after the lost, so Donald Macleod tackles the objections raised by those who argue that since there is no universal redemption there should be no universal gospel offer.

Hb | 160 pgs | CHRISTIAN FOCUS

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A Theory of Everything (That Matters): A Short Guide to Einstein, Relativity and the Future of Faith

Alister McGrath With the confirmation of Einstein's theories at the beginning of the twentieth century, our understanding of the universe became much more complex. What does this mean for religious belief, and specifically Christianity? Does it mean, as so many people assume, the death of God? In A Theory of Everything (That Matters) Alister McGrath explores these questions, giving an overview of Einstein's thought and scientific theories, including his nuanced thinking on the difference between the scientific enterprise and beliefs outside its realm. This groundbreaking book is for anyone intrigued by Einstein as one of the twentieth century's most iconic figures, who wants to know what his theories mean for religion, and who is interested in the conversation between science and religions more broadly.

Pb | 192 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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Bible Study Fresh From the Word 2022: The Bible for a Change

David Painting Bringing together top theologians and biblical scholars, creative writers from around the world, cutting-edge church leaders, activists for peace and justice and a range of others, Fresh From the Word offers 365 sets of notes, prayers and suggestions for action on biblical themes. This fresh approach to Bible reading is aimed at new readers of the Bible from across the church, as well as anyone seeking a faithful, creative and challenging conversation with the Bible every day of the year.

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PRE-ORDER: Publishes 20th August

Faith for Life: Inspiration From the Ordinary Heroes of Hebrews 11

Richard Coekin As Christians, we experience great joy in knowing God through Jesus and great hope in the promise of an eternity spent with God. Yet we still get weary in this life and can feel discouraged. This wonderfully encouraging book by Bible expositor Richard Coekin will spur you on to live by faith in Jesus as you examine the witnesses of Hebrews 11. The refreshing honesty of their stories will help you manage your expectations in a world of lies and spin. They will remind you of the glory and blessing that await you at the finishing line.

And they will encourage you to see that Jesus is the real Hero of the faith and that his Spirit will enable you to endure through exhaustion, opposition and discouragement.

Pb | 192 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

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Welcoming the Stranger: How the Bible Can Help us Understand

Denise Cottrell Boyce What does the Bible have to say about xenophobia? How can we contribute to the rebuilding of a world of peace in our lives and local communities today?

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Welcoming the Stranger is part of the all-new series, How the Bible can Help us Understand.

These short books are aimed at ordinary people committed in their faith and wanting to live Christianly, but not brought up in a Bible-studying tradition. They prompt intelligent thought, reflection and guidance on issues that really matter to people, using illustrations from life and popular culture as well as studies of Bible passages. They are not 'The Bible has all the answers', but 'How can the Bible contribute to my understanding?'.

Pb | 128 pgs | DLT

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The Badly Behaved Bible: Thinking Again About the Story of Scripture

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 29th July

Nick Page We're told that the Bible is beautiful, uplifting and a joy to read - but, while we know this is how we're supposed to feel about it, in reality many of us find the very opposite. On opening the Bible, we are faced with a multitude of problems, and we end up believing things about the Bible that the Bible never claims for itself. In his honest and accessible style, Nick Page urges us to re-discover a fresh look at the Bible as the scriptural bedrock of the Christian faith, to learn how we can undo unhelpful ways of reading it and demystifying its purpose and scope.

Pb | 272 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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Author Feature & Interview: Steve Bell

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He has forty years’ experience in cross-cultural issues in more than 120 countries. Steve’s passion is to facilitate effective interaction between Christians and Muslims.

Steve, why did you decide to write Mountains Move?

Because the negative narrative about all minorities seems to have increased again in Western society.

What is the significance of this title?

The invisible barriers between groups within Western society are every bit as effective as a geographical mountain range, which can divide nations from one another.

Who have you written this book for?

Primarily for all concerned and fair-minded people, whether part of a faith community or not. It is also aimed at Christian leaders, organisations, and places of training, to help ‘the church’ become savvy about the effects of history on our assumptions today, how society works today, and where the PC social landmines are buried.

Why did you choose the particular ‘mountains’ to look at?

I chose the seven issues as seminal to all current issues swirling around in society at the moment. The chosen order of the mountains is intentionally presented to show chronological order and the sequential link, e.g. the ‘colonial’ era led to ‘hegemony’, which led to an ‘ethnic pecking order’. Against the backdrop of these mountains comes the more recent and contemporary issues which are stirring the pot; namely the influence of ‘political correctness’ (and woke cancel-culture), a resurgence in ‘strident social discourse’ (over issues such as race, gender and immigration), then the threat of ‘dangerous religion’ and the apparent crisis in organised religion in the house of Islam in particular.

What was the most challenging element of writing the book?

The conveying of such a broad spread of issues, which people often assume are not linked, and how to show simply and briefly what they are. Also, because I have talked about the divergent views about Muslims/Islam, and whether Christians can in fact balance ‘grace’ and ‘truth’ in their interaction with Muslims, I had to work hard to try to help both ends of the spectrum to keep reading.

Have you learnt anything new while writing this book?

My biggest takeaway is perhaps how ‘western’ and culturally restricted we are in our worldview and theological assumptions. Also, how amazing it is that God is doing what He is, amidst such a minefield both politically and theologically.

What do you hope readers will most get out of reading this book?

Inspiration that the Lord of history is indeed at work in a turbulent and messy world.

Want to know more? Read the full interview on our blog!

Mountains Move: Achieving Social Cohesion in a Multi-Cultural Society

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Society is made up of various cultural groups trying to live together. We aim for social cohesion, but how do we do this as society becomes increasingly complex, aided and abetted by political correctness?

Steve Bell peels back the complex layers of our multi-cultural society to reveal the inner workings of our national life. Using the metaphor of a mountain range, he identifies the major obstacles to meaningful and mutually respectful interaction between Christians and Muslims and encourages intelligent Christian engagement with western culture. It seems mountains can move, but only when grace and truth are involved in all spheres of society, as fair-minded people of all faiths and none, learn to model the necessary attitude and actions.

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Church History Going to Church in Medieval England

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Nicholas Orme An engaging, richly illustrated account of parish churches and churchgoers in England, from the Anglo-Saxons to the mid-sixteenth century. Parish churches were at the heart of English religious and social life in the Middle Ages and the sixteenth century.

In this comprehensive study, Nicholas Orme shows how they came into existence, who staffed them, and how their buildings were used. He explains who went to church, who did not attend, how people behaved there, and how they - not merely the clergy - affected how worship was staged.

The book provides an accessible account of what happened in the daily and weekly services, and how churches marked the seasons of Christmas, Lent, Easter and summer. It describes how they celebrated the great events of life: birth, coming of age and marriage, and gave comfort in sickness and death. A final chapter covers the English Reformation in the sixteenth century and shows how, alongside its changes, much that went on in parish churches remained as before.

Hb | 496 pgs | YALE UNIVERSITY PRESS

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PRE-ORDER: Publishes 27th July

The Treasures of English Churches: Witnesses to the History of a Nation

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Matthew Byrne This celebration of some of the greatest art, architecture and furniture to be found in English churches offers a fascinating account of centuries of accumulated wealth, and is set off by a selection of breathtaking photographs by Matthew Byrne. It covers changing architectural styles across the centuries, and prominent examples of artistic work, including stained glass, rood screens, church monuments and curious carvings.

This book is published in association with The National Churches Trust, a national, independent charity dedicated to supporting church buildings across the UK. Hb | 160 pgs | SHIRE PUBLICATIONS

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Cathedrals of Britain

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David Pepin Cathedrals are awe-inspiring buildings. Most are grand medieval structures, while others appear simple and unpretentious - yet all were designed to reflect the glory of God and have a profound impact on us. As trailblazers of architectural development, each cathedral has distinct individual features - such as the powerful Norman Romanesque west towers of Durham, the unique octagonal tower at Ely, and the daring late Gothic finery and spaciousness at Gloucester. In this lavishly illustrated guide to cathedrals, David Pepin outlines the evolution of architectural style, each building's key features, and the ongoing story of daily worship, wide-ranging ministry, conservation, the new work of craftspeople, and the increasing numbers of pilgrims and visitors.

Pb | 272 pgs | SHIRE PUBLICATIONS

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Christian Life Until Unity

Francis Chan The Church becomes more divided each day. Many seek reassurance or perceived unity by creating doctrinal statements, but that misses the point. Doctrine is necessary but it is not the solution. In his new book Until Unity, Francis Chan shows readers that the real problem is shallow or even non-existent love for each other.

As believers, Christians are supposed to yield the fruit of supernatural love for one another. Instead, we allow jealousy and selfish ambition to prevail. Although the Bible commands unity, some will resist these unifying efforts. We see it every day.

We have to hate sin, love truth, and pursue unity for the Church. This is messy, but no matter what, Christians must give everything they have to the pursuit of a unified, restored Bride.

Pb | 224 pgs | DAVID C COOK

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Love Your Church: 8 Great Things About Being a Church Member

Tony Merida How to grow in love for your church. God calls us to be 'devoted to one another in love' (Romans 12:10). What does this look like for us today? How can we be the kind of church member who makes a real difference? This engaging book by Tony Merida explores what church is, why being part of it is exciting, and why it’s worthy of our love and commitment.

He sets out eight privileges and responsibilities of a church member: to belong, to welcome, to gather, to care, to serve, to honour, to witness and to send.

Pb | 160 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

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Rhythms of Renewal: Trading Stress and Anxiety for a Life of Peace and Purpose

Rebekah Lyons Struggles with anxiety and stress make it difficult to receive God's peace. Society is in the throes of panic, with anxiety and loneliness on the rise, and 77% of us regularly experiencing physical symptoms of stress. We worry about health, politics and complexities we can't control. Our minds are spinning like never before. Rhythms of Renewal helps you trade anxiety for the life you were meant for, through 4 rhythms: rest, restore, connect and create. With stories and practical steps, Rebekah helps you begin an intentional, lifelong journey toward sustained emotional, relational and spiritual health.

Hb | 224 pgs | ZONDERVAN

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Route 66: A Crash Course in Navigating Life With the Bible, Second Edition

Krish Kandiah The intention of this book is to teach Christians how to use the Bible to live well. It has eight sections - living faithfully, distinctively, emotionally, imaginatively, discerningly, purposefully, infectiously and hopefully. Each provides an introduction to a different kind of literature within the Bible and follows with questions for discussion and five days of daily readings.

Pb | 192 pgs | MONARCH

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Christian Life How Happiness Happens: Finding Lasting Joy in a World of Comparison, Disappointment, and Unmet Expectations

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Max Lucado These are tough times. Amid global isolation, economic downturn and social unrest, could you use a dose of happy right about now? Learn the secret to lasting joy that will endure through any season of life. In How Happiness Happens, Max Lucado shares the unexpected path to a lasting happiness, one that produces reliable joy amidst any life circumstance.

Based on the teachings of Jesus and backed by modern research, this book presents a surprising but practical way of living that will change you from the inside out.

Pb | 208 pgs | THOMAS NELSON

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Lost in Wonder: Glimpsing Awe, God and the Good Life

Steve Morris Have you lost your sense of wonder? In an age of fake news and mistrust of big narratives, the idea that there is a God-given sense of almost childish wonder available is a revolutionary thought. We are still yearning for wonder today, but maybe we are just looking for it in the wrong places. Steve Morris invites us to look again at the world and discover the wonder in the everyday. Understand why wonder can be a way of life rather than a fleeting feeling and learn how it has the potential to transform our lives, our churches and our communities.

Pb | 240 pgs | AUTHENTIC MEDIA

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PRE-ORDER: Publishes 11th August

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Worship For Everyone: Unlocking the Transforming Power of All-Age Worship

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Nick & Becky Drake Worship for Everyone is a practical guide bursting with ideas and resources, and offers an inspiring vision crucial for bringing longevity and life to all-age worship. Nick and Becky Drake, pioneers and experts in multi-generational ministry, provide a theology for bringing all ages together that draws on their years of experience. Alongside this they give advice and tips on running multi-generational worship sessions and dealing with the many challenges that churches face in producing good all-age worship. Worship for Everyone contains all the resources pastors, children’s workers and church leaders need to run all-age worship services. Service plans, talks, recommended songs, Bible readings and more are all brought together, so you can make your all-age worship fun, engaging and memorable for every generation.

Pb | 208 pgs | SPCK

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After Doubt: How to Question Your Faith Without Losing It

A. J. Swoboda Too often, what begins as a set of critical and important questions turns to resentment and faith abandonment. Unfortunately, the church has largely ignored its task of serving people along their journey of questioning. The local church must walk alongside those who are deconstructing their faith and show them how to reconstruct it. Drawing on his own experience of deconstruction, Swoboda offers tools to help emerging adults navigate their faith in a hostile landscape.

Pb | 224 pgs | BRAZOS PRESS

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Hope in an Anxious World: Six Truths for When Things Feel Overwhelming

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Helen Thorne Whether mildly, moderately or severely, feeling anxious is something most of us experience at some point in our lives. At its core, it’s a fear about what is or what might occur, but it’s not one that helps. It drags us down and it leaves us unequipped for the day ahead. This short, sympathetic and warm book will help both Christian and non-Christian readers understand anxiety better, learn some useful techniques to cope with it and, most importantly, show how the living God can liberate us from its grip. Whether you are used to reading about God, or not even sure if he really exists (or if he cares about your anxiety in any meaningful way), this book has precious words of encouragement for you.

Pb | 96 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

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Brave by Faith: God-Sized Confidence in a Post-Christian World

Alister Begg What does it look like to live with joy in a society that does not like what Christians believe, say or do? It’s tempting to grow angry, keep our heads down, retreat or just give up altogether. But this isn’t the first time that God’s people have had to learn how to live in a pagan world that opposes God’s rule. In this realistic yet positive book, renowned Bible teacher Alistair Begg examines the first seven chapters of Daniel to show us how to live bravely, confidently and obediently in an increasingly secular society. Readers will see that God is powerful and God is sovereign, and even in the face of circumstances that appear to be prevailing against His people, we may trust Him entirely. We can be as brave as Daniel if we have faith in Daniel’s God! Pb | 128 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

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Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers

Dane Ortlund Christians can easily feel that Jesus is perpetually disappointed and frustrated, maybe even close to giving up on them. They know what Christ has done for them. But who is he? How does he feel about his people amid all their sins and failures? In Matthew 11, Jesus describes himself as 'gentle and lowly in heart', longing for his people to find rest in him. This book reflects on his words, diving deep into Bible passages that speak of Christ’s affections for sinners and encouraging believers as they journey, weary and faltering, toward heaven.

Hb | 224 pgs | CROSSWAY

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What on Earth is Heaven?

James Paul What happens to us when we die? In What on Earth is Heaven? James Paul explores the radical truth of what the Bible says about heaven and the afterlife, and its relevance for your life here and now on earth. Unpacking the biblical story of the separation and reunion of heaven and earth, he shows that heaven isn't a place somewhere 'out there' but a dimension of reality - the dimension where God's Will is done. The good news isn't that we get to escape to heaven, but that God invites us to be a part of His plan to bring the kingdom of heaven to our square inch of the earth.

Pb | 200 pgs | IVP

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Christian Life The Robot Will See You Now: Artificial Intelligence and the Christian Faith

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John Wyatt & Stephen N. Williams The last decade has seen dramatic advances in artificial intelligence and robotics technology, raising tough questions that need to be addressed. The Robot Will See You Now considers how Christians can respond to these issues - and flourish - in the years ahead. Contributions from a number of international experts, including editors John Wyatt and Stephen Williams, explore a range of social and ethical issues raised by recent advances in AI and robotics. This is a book for anyone who is interested in learning more about how AI and robots have advanced in recent years, and anyone who has wondered how Christian teaching relates to artificial intelligence. Whatever your level of technical knowledge, The Robot Will See You Now will give you a thorough understanding of AI and equip you to respond to the challenges it poses with confidence and faith.

Pb | 256 pgs | SPCK

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PRE-ORDER: Publishes 15th July

Unwavering: The Power of Choice

Jen Baker We live in a world inundated by choice, but we often struggle to choose. Unwavering seeks to demonstrate the life-transforming power of intentional living and choosing well, through exploring characters from both the Old and New Testaments as well as Jesus himself. Sharing from her own personal journey of going from making fear-based decisions to faith-based living, Jen Baker encourages and inspires us to live an empowered lifestyle of faith. Each chapter ends with questions for reflection, making this book ideal for individuals and groups.

Pb | 176 pgs | WAVERLEY ABBEY

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God's Treasured Possession: Walk in the Footsteps of Moses

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Terry Virgo Do you know how God sees you? Moses is a key character in the unfolding narrative of God's Kingdom. A foundational leader of God's people in the Old Testament, he's held up throughout the New Testament as a man of God, in spite of his flaws. Yet Moses didn't always believe what God said about him. In this biblically balanced book, Terry Virgo invites us to walk in the footsteps of Moses so that, by faith, we can be ready for whatever life brings.

Pb | 160 pgs | IVP

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The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World

John Mark Comer Who are you becoming? That was the question nagging pastor and author John Mark Comer.

By outward metrics, everything appeared successful. But inwardly, things weren't pretty.

So he turned to a trusted mentor for guidance and heard these words: 'Ruthlessly eliminate hurry from your life. Hurry is the great enemy of the spiritual life.' It wasn't the response he expected, but it continues to be the answer he needs. Within the pages of this book, you'll find a compelling emotional and spiritual case against hurry and in favour of a slower, simpler way of life.

Pb | 304 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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A Long Obedience in the Same Direction: Discipleship in an Instant Society

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Eugene H. Peterson Since Eugene Peterson wrote this spiritual formation classic more than forty years ago, hundreds of thousands of Christians have been inspired by its call to deeper discipleship. Our society is still obsessed with quick fixes. But Peterson's time-tested prescription for discipleship remains the same - a long obedience in the same direction. Following Jesus requires a deepening life of prayer, and throughout history Christians have learned to pray from the Psalms. Peterson finds particular encouragement for today's pilgrims in the Songs of Ascents (Psalms 120134). With prophetic and pastoral wisdom, he shows how the psalms teach us to grow in worship, service, joy, work, humility, community and blessing.

Pb | 224 pgs | IVP

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Extraordinary Hospitality (for Ordinary People): Seven Ways to Welcome Like Jesus

Carolyn Lacey Generous hospitality is a significant way in which God works through our lives to bring life to others, yet many of us feel ill-equipped and overwhelmed at the prospect, especially if we don’t have big houses and we are not wonderful cooks! Carolyn Lacey encourages us to focus on the goal of hospitality, which is to reflect God’s welcoming heart, and shows us how we can all do that, regardless of our bank balance or living situation. She explores seven ways in which we can reflect God’s character in the way we welcome others into our homes and into our lives, and so point people ultimately to Christ.

Pb | 128 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

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The Scandal of Forgiveness: Grace Put to the Test

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Philip Yancey Forgiveness offers an alternative to an endless cycle of resentment and revenge, but do you really understand forgiveness? In The Scandal of Forgiveness bestselling author Philip Yancey will answer: What is forgiveness; Why is forgiveness so difficult; Why is forgiveness scandalous; and What does God have to do with forgiveness? We all live and love imperfectly. Therefore, only forgiveness Also available: will set us free. Yancey teaches us how to forgive by better understanding the clear What's So connection between God and the gospel.

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The Space Between: The Disruptive Seasons We Want to Hide From, and Why We Need Them

Mark Bradford The ‘liminal seasons of life’ can be times of great disorientation. Yet, for good or for ill, they are also the most transformative. In The Space Between, Mark Bradford provides the reader with a biblical and theological understanding of such seasons of life, connects them with the resources to live faithfully through these transitions, and offers strength and hope for the journey.

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The homestyle cooking at the Peony Inn is a perk though, as is his friendship with Evelyn Schrock. If Jayce can endure his dad’s put-downs for a month, he’ll finally be in a position to make a fresh start - somewhere away from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles and the shadow of his checkered past.

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Ruth Leigh New to country life, Isabella, with her husband and children, is living the country life dream. But as her au pair's behaviour becomes increasingly bizarre and a national gossip columnist nurses a grudge, Isabella begins to wonder if her life really is as picture-perfect as she thought.

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Joy Margetts Nobleman Philip de Braose has lost faith in God and man. Working as a soldier for hire, he recklessly seeks death and is brutally injured, only for rescue to come in the unlikely form of a Cistercian monk. As Philip slowly recovers he is forced to confront the more painful wounds within.

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Miriam's Song

Jill Eileen Smith Miriam was a girl who dreamed of freedom, a woman who longed for love, a leader who made mistakes, and a friend who valued connection. Jill Eileen Smith offers this story to imagine how Miriam navigated the challenges of holding on to hope, building a family in the midst of incredible hardship, and serving as a leader of a difficult people, all while living in her brother's shadow.

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Catherine Fox January 2020. All the residents of Lindfordshire are celebrating the New Year, none of them aware of the trials and tribulations the coming months will bring - not least the horseman of the apocalypse who has set out quietly in a province of China . . .

Pb | 448 pgs | MARYLEBONE HOUSE

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A Tapestry of Light

Kimberly Duffy Calcutta, 1886. Ottilie Russell is adrift between two cultures, British and Indian, belonging to both and neither. In order to support her little brother, Thaddeus, and her grandmother, she relies upon her skills in beetle-wing embroidery that have been passed down to her through generations of Indian women.

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Children's Whistlestop Tales: Around the World in 10 Bible Stories

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God's Creatures Great and Small

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Rosie Greening 0+ Children will enjoy reading the funny rhymes and looking at the bright and amusing illustrations that introduce each creature that God has made.

This is a tactile touch and feel book about animals that young children will love!

BOARDBOOK | 12 pgs | AUTHENTIC MEDIA

REF 4491 RRP £7.99 Aslan £6.99

Planet Protectors: 52 Ways to Look After God's World

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Ages

Paul Kerensa & Ruth Valerio 7-11 Jam-packed with interesting facts, Christian theology and practical tips, Planet Protectors is an informative and empowering guide for children on helping the environment by living sustainably. In a lively, entertaining style Ruth Valerio and Paul Kerensa offer 52 fantastic ideas for looking after the world - from cycling more and choosing fair-trade, to taking shorter showers and recycling.

Children will love taking up a different challenge each week and be inspired to join the fight for the planet's future as they learn about why it is so important to care for the environment and God's creation.

Pb | 128 pgs | SPCK

REF 4929 RRP £7.99 Aslan £6.99

Everybody, Always For Kids

Bob Goff & Lindsey Goff Viducich The magnetic spirit of Bob Goff, alongside his daughter Lindsey Goff Viducich's love and understanding of children, shine through each story in Everybody, Always for Kids.

Bob and Lindsey share: - 40 inspiring stories paired with fun artwork, perfect for readers ages 6-10 - Childlike wonder they've experienced in their regular day to day lives (using a walkie-talkie to talk to a neighbour, swapping places with a limo driver, pretending to be a wax figure, and carrying a bucket around everywhere) - How embracing others is the key to living a happier life Hb | 192 pgs | TOMMY NELSON

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Ages 6-10

Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing:

101 Devotions About God's Great Love for You

Ages 6-10

Are you searching for a way to teach God’s truth and purpose to your young children?

Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing is perfect for family devotions, bedtime, storytime, or even as a companion to The Jesus Storybook Bible. Now with a more vibrant cover and interior illustrations.

Hb | 224 pgs | ZONDERKIDZ

Sally Lloyd-Jones

REF 4289 RRP £12.99 Aslan £10.99

Near: Psalm 139

Inspired by Psalm 139, Near's lyrical text reminds little ones Ages that God is with them anywhere they go in God's wide world.

0-4 Containing a reassuring message that helps calm kids' nerves, soothe their anxieties, and ease their fears, this little book features a soft padded format that is a perfect fit for little hands and is a great gift for a new baby, First Communion, or birthday!

BOARDBOOK | 20 pgs | ZONDERKIDZ

REF 4931 RRP £6.99 Aslan £5.99

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Found: Psalm 23 Loved: The Lord's Prayer

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REF 4943 REF 4946 each RRP £6.99 Aslan £5.99

Very Best Bible Stories Series

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 1st August

Esther and the Very Brave Plan

In this faithful retelling of a classic Bible story, children will discover how God used Esther to protect His people from an evil plan. Children will learn that God’s plans to rescue His people never fail.

Hb | 24 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

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REF 4950 RRP £4.99 Aslan £4.49

Ages 2-6

God's Very Colourful Creation

In this faithful and fun account of Genesis 1, children will discover how God made His very good and wonderful creation. Children will learn that God used every shade of the rainbow, and so many more!

Hb | 24 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

NEW

REF 4955 RRP £4.99 Aslan £4.49

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Children's God's Brilliantly Big Creation Story

Ages Dai Woolridge 3-6 Full of rhythm and rhyme, God’s Brilliantly Big Creation Story takes children on an incredible journey through the days of creation to teach about the world and the universe we live in. Featuring epic illustrations of the solar system and massive scenes from across the globe, children will be drawn in as they learn about the world and one of the most foundational stories of the Bible.

Pb | 32 pgs | SPCK

REF 4492 RRP £6.99 Aslan £5.99

Indescribable for Little Ones

Louie Giglio Ages 0-4 Discover the wonders of God's creation! Bestselling author and pastor Louie Giglio brings Indescribable for Little Ones, an interactive board book that will introduce the littlest readers to God's amazing world. Young children will be awestruck as they pull tabs and turn a wheel to reveal that everything, from the ants on the ground to the stars in the sky, was made by God. BOARDBOOK | 10 pgs | TOMMY NELSON

REF 4499 RRP £8.99 Aslan £6.99

International Children's Bible

Ages

The International Children’s Bible is not an adult Bible especially packaged for 6-12 children. It has specifically been translated directly from the Hebrew and Greek texts into English so that it can be read and understood by children between the ages of 6 and 12. The International Children's Bible is a full text Bible that every child will be delighted to own. With guidance, daily Bible reading can easily become a pleasurable habit that will last a lifetime.

Hb | 1584 pgs | AUTHENTIC MEDIA

REF 5012 RRP £16.99 Aslan £13.99

Children's Bible Stories: Share the Greatest Stories Ever Told

Walk through the Bible with this wonderful book filled with over 130 stories! These Bible stories for kids will teach them about the most important Christian texts and give them information around the stories' context and archaeology. Each story holds a significance that is explored and further captivates the child by including artefacts, maps, facts and information on life in biblical times.

Hb | 320 pgs | DK CHILDREN

REF 4517 RRP £19.99 Aslan £11.99 28

Ages 9-12

Older Children | Teens Soul Fuel for Young Explorers

Bear Grylls TV star, former SAS soldier, Guinness World Record holder, author, and the first ever Chief Ambassador to World Scouting, Bear Grylls is an inspiration for youngsters who want to make the most of life's adventures. In his recent bestseller Soul Fuel Bear revealed for the first time the inspiration that helps him to stand strong and find peace each day. Now Soul Fuel For Young Explorers takes his message and inspires children and young people to find courage and confidence in this source too. Bear offers seventy reflections along with stories from his own life, brilliantly illustrated by Patrick Laurent, making it a vibrant and engaging devotional for young readers.

Hb | 192 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

REF 3682 RRP £10.99 Aslan £7.99

Jane Austen Investigates: The Abbey Mystery

Julia Golding It's 1789 and a young Jane Austen turns detective as she seeks to solve the mysterious happenings at Southmoor Abbey. When a carriage accident forces a change of plans, 13-year-old Jane is sent to be a companion to Lady Cromwell for a week as the household prepares to celebrate the eldest son's coming-of-age party. While there, Jane vows to solve the mystery of the ghostly monk in the Abbey grounds for she does not believe in such stories!

Fiction

But this is not the only strange occurrence for the adventurous young Jane to investigate.

There are shivery night-time investigations, an Indian girl with secret talents, a library fire, two prize horses in danger, and friends to save from false accusations. With notebook in hand and her faithful dog Grandison by her side, will Jane overcome the continuous obstacles and find out the truth?

Pb | 192 pgs | LION FICTION

REF 4540 RRP £7.99 Aslan £6.99

Big Questions series by Chris Morphew

This series of fun and fast-paced books walk kids aged 9-13 through what the Bible says about some of the big questions of life, such as 'Why does God let bad things happen?', 'What happens when we die?' and 'How do we know Christianity is really true?'. These books will help readers to grow in confident and considered faith.

What Happens When We Die? Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?

How Do We Know That Christianity is Really True?

Pb | 96 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

REF 4519 REF 4529 REF 4531

RRP £6.99 Aslan £5.99

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Music & Film

Alone With My Faith

Harry Connick, Jr. Across the project’s 13 tracks, Harry Connick, Jr. journeys through the range of human emotions with music that is anchored in his faith and brimming with universal hope.

13 Track CD | CAPITOL

REF 4545 Aslan £8.99

Billy Graham: An Extraordinary Journey

Rare footage and compelling interviews with family members, lifelong friends, former presidents, and prominent broadcasters tell the remarkable story of Billy Graham - who became the most prolific preacher of the Gospel of Jesus Christ in modern history.

DVD | Running Time 72 mins | BILLY

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REF 4549 Aslan £12.99

Blessings

Aled Jones Blessings touches on a range of faiths and beliefs through a range of uplifting hymns, texts and scriptures set to music. Including collaborations from Dame Judi Dench and Susan Boyle!

14 Track CD | WARNER

18 Track CD | EMI

REF 3699 Aslan £12.99

NEW I Still Believe

Patricia St. John

REF 3988 Aslan £9.99

Rediscover the wonder of love in I Still Believe, based on the real-life story of chart-topping singer Jeremy Camp. Starring KJ Apa, Britt Robertson, Shania Twain, and Gary Sinise. This true story of faith, hope and love is a powerful reminder that in the midst of life’s storms, true hope can be found.

DVD | Running Time 112 mins | LIONSGATE

REF 5067 Aslan £10.49

Tanglewoods' Secret DVD | Running Time 65 mins | VISION VIDEO

REF 3995 Aslan £9.99

Treasures of the Snow DVD | Running Time 107 mins | VISION VIDEO

REF 3292 Aslan £8.49

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Best Loved Hymns

Choir of King's College, Cambridge An 18-track CD including well-known traditional hymns, including Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven; When I Survey the Wondrous Cross; Be Thou My Vision and All People That on Earth do Dwell.

Naranjas 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

Piece together lovely birds and oranges with this 1000 piece puzzle from Galison, featuring an illustration by the talented Geninne D. Zlatkis.

Puzzle: 20 x 27", 508 x 686mm Puzzle | GALISON

REF 5070 RRP £14.99 Aslan £11.99

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How Did I Get Here?: Finding Your Way Back to God When Everything is Pulling You Away

NEW PRE-ORDER: Publishes 8th July

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Christine Caine Do you feel lost? Disconnected? Like you're just going through the motions?

A respected Bible teacher, author and activist, Christine Caine knew that Jesus was her only anchor - and yet, after an especially difficult season, she found herself drifting, unsure if she wanted to keep going the way she always had and asking, ‘How did I get here?’, as she struggled to return to the steadiness of God’s purpose for her. Where she once wanted to take ground, she now just wanted to take cover. It was a bewildering and disorienting place to be - one you may also have found yourself in before. Writing for all who feel empty of the spiritual passion they once knew, Christine vulnerably shares her journey of turning her eyes back to Jesus in her thoughts, prayers, actions, and the hard questions she asked along the way.

Pb | 256 pgs | NELSON BOOKS

REF 5081 RRP £10.99 Aslan £8.99

Unshakeable Unexpected

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All Along You Were Blooming: Thoughts for Boundless Living

Morgan Harper Nichols All Along You Were Blooming is a striking collection of illustrated poetry and prose, inviting you to 'stumble into the sunlight' and delight in the wild and boundless grace you've been given. In each small moment, whether in the light or the dark, you can make room for becoming, for breathing, for stumbling, and for simply being - for there is grace, today and every day.

Hb | 192 pgs | ZONDERVAN

REF 3570 RRP £10.99 Aslan £8.99

Be True to Yourself: Why it Doesn't Mean What You Think it Does (and How That Can Make You Happy)

Matt Fuller In this book Matt Fuller explores how true happiness, wholeness and freedom can be found not by turning inwards and listening to our fluctuating feelings, but by listening to our creator and allowing ourselves to be shaped by who the Bible says we are. In the process, this book draws on a broad range of fascinating research and examples to give us a fresh biblical take on some of today's biggest hot-button issues.

Pb | 192 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

REF 3040 RRP £7.99 Aslan £6.49

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