US Releases – July 2016
HER-STORY 366 Devotions from 21 Centuries of the Christian Church DIANA LYNN SEVERANCE – A historian with broad experience teaching in universities and seminaries, Spring, Texas Women were an integral part of Jesus’ life and ministry as described in all four Gospels, and they are integral to the life of the church wherever Christianity has spread. In whatever position they found themselves, whether queens or slaves, they lived for their Saviour and sought to bring others to Him. Her-Story brings together well-known names, such as Fanny Crosby and Joni Eareckson Tada to lesser known Christians from across the centuries, in 366 devotions. The recurring theme - their love for Jesus. “How fascinating to examine the lives of Christian sisters from antiquity! Their steps call and inspire today’s women to leave footprints along the same trail.” MARY A. KASSIAN, Author and Distinguished Professor of Women’s Studies, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky 978-1-78191-750-3 | Hardback | 416 pages | $27.99
CHRIST AND HIS PEOPLE Eight Convictions about the Local Church MARK ASHTON – Mark Ashton (1948-2010) was the Pastor of the Round Church in Cambridge. What should be the core principles for a local church? Mark Ashton writes about his eight heartfelt convictions about the local church - the centrality of the Bible and prayer; expository preaching; every member having a ministry and existing for the sake of others. These convictions are illustrated with stories from church life at the Round Church, Cambridge, where he served as pastor. “Mark Ashton minded the business God gave him, and I am thankful beyond words that his pastoral wisdom shines forth in the pages of this little book. He, being dead, yet speaks, and we do well to listen.” D. A. CARSON, Research Professor of New Testament, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, Illinois 978-1-78191-829-6 | Pocket paperback | 80 pages | $6.99
BIBLICAL CHURCH REVITALIZATION Solutions for Dying & Divided Churches BRIAN CROFT – Pastor, Auburndale Baptist Church, Louisville, Kentucky & Founder of Practical Shepherding This is a call to intentional commitment to church revitalization in the face of dying and divided churches. Brian Croft looks at the strategy in the New Testament, especially Paul’s missionary journeys and the principles involved - evangelism, disciple-making, church planting, deeds of love and mercy and developing Gospel leaders. The Bible affirms both church planting and churches which are spiritually healthy, deep and wide. “... an inspirational, instructive and insightful volume on how to minister effectively to churches that are dying, stagnant or declining.” HARRY L. REEDER, Pastor of Preaching & Leadership, Briarwood Presbyterian Church, Birmingham, Alabama 978-1-78191-766-4 | Large trade paperback | 136 pages | $11.99
EPHESIANS A Mentor Expository Commentary RICHARD D. PHILLIPS – Senior Minister, Second Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina What makes Ephesians so beloved and valuable is not its genius or complexity but its clear and thorough teaching of the doctrines of salvation, of the church, and of the Christian life. Richard D. Phillips sets out in 65 wonderful expositions the beauty of Ephesians. Mentor Expository Series holds to an inerrant view of Scripture. This is a resource for pastors and Bible teachers who want to draw on Christ-centered expository teaching and for the lay reader who wants to delve more deeply into the riches of the Word of God. 978-1-78191-317-8 | Hardback | 512 pages | $39.99
1, 2, 3 JOHN A Mentor Expository Commentary TERRY L. JOHNSON – Senior Pastor, Independent Presbyterian Church, Savannah, Georgia Terry L. Johnson takes a Christ-centred approach to the exposition of 1-3 John, the personal, pastoral, and passionate pleas from the apostle John for the church to remain united and strong in the face of persecution. The Mentor Expository Series holds to an inerrant view of Scripture. This is a resource for pastors and Bible teachers who want to draw on Christ-centered expository teaching and for the lay reader who wants to delve more deeply into the riches of the Word of God. 978-1-78191-747-3 | Hardback | 248 pages | $39.99
TRINITY AND THE COVENANT OF REDEMPTION J. V. FESKO – Academic Dean and Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology, Westminster Seminary, Escondido, California When Christians reflect on the gospel, their attention is rightly drawn to the cross and empty tomb. But is this it? Or is there much more to the story? In a ground-breaking work, J.V.Fesko reminds us that the great news of this gospel message is rooted in eternity, whereby a covenant was made between the persons of the Trinity in order to redeem sinners like you and me. J. V. Fesko, in the first of a three part series on covenant theology featuring Redemption, Grace and Works, aims to retrieve and recover classic Reformed covenant theology for the church. 978-1-78191-765-7 | Large trade paperback | 436 pages | $29.99
TEACHING DANIEL From Text to Message BOB FYALL & ROBIN SYDSERFF This useful resource, alongside the others in this growing ‘Teaching the Bible Series’, is for those who have the privilege and joy of teaching or preaching a particular book or theme from the Bible. Whether you’re a leader of a small group, preacher or a youth worker, it will help you to communicate the message of Daniel. 978-1-84550-457-1 | Trade paperback | 368 pages | $14.99
TEACHING 1, 2, 3 JOHN From text to message MERVYN ELOFF – Rector, St James, Kenilworth, South Africa The books in this series are purposefully practical, working systematically through suggested preaching or Bible study series. Preaching outlines and Bible study questions are included for each passage. This book is aimed at equipping preachers, small group study leaders, student workers, youth workers and other Bible teachers. 978-1-78191-832-6 | Trade paperback | 304 pages | $14.99
IN CHRIST ALONE Perspectives on Union with Christ MATTHEW EVANS & STEPHEN CLARK The contributors to this book look at the topic of Union with Christ from several angles – from the Johanine and Pauline writings to John Calvin’s theology. It is written with the intention and prayer that readers would know the living reality of union with Christ in their own practical lives. 978-1-78191-770-1 | Large trade paperback | 288 pages | $19.99
THE GOOD FATHER Luke 15: God is Patient CATHERINE MACKENZIE Learn about how God is our good, patient and forgiving Heavenly Father. 978-1-78191-753-4 | Paperback | 24 pages | $4.99
THE GOOD TRAVELLER Luke 10: God Saves CATHERINE MACKENZIE Learn about Jesus’ story of a good traveller and how he helps someone in need. 978-1-78191-754-1 | Paperback | 24 pages | $4.99
THE GOOD SHEPHERD Luke 15: God Rejoices CATHERINE MACKENZIE Jesus told a story about a lost sheep, a Good Shepherd and a party. It’s a great story that tells us about God and how we must trust in him. 978-1-78191-755-8 | Paperback | 24 pages | $4.99
THE WISE AND FOOLISH BRIDESMAIDS Matthew 25: Be Ready CATHERINE MACKENZIE Learn about Jesus’ story about the bridemaids and how we need to be ready to meet with God. 978-1-78191-756-5 | Paperback | 24 pages | $4.99
THE WISE AND FOOLISH BUILDERS Matthew 7: Build on Jesus CATHERINE MACKENZIE Jesus told a story about a wise builder, a foolish builder and a storm. It’s a great story that tells us about God and how he will help you when trouble comes. 978-1-78191-757-2 | Paperback | 24 pages | $4.99
THE WISE AND FOOLISH SERVANTS Matthew 25: Use God’s Gifts CATHERINE MACKENZIE Jesus told a story about three servants, their master and some sacks of money. It is a great story that tells us about God and how he has work for us to do. 978-1-78191-758-9 | Paperback | 24 pages | $4.99
LITTLE LIGHTS BOX SET 1 CATHERINE MACKENZIE Learn about God’s plans for individual lives and His amazing provision in the lives of well known Christians - Amy Carmichael, Hudson Taylor, Corrie ten Boom, George Mueller and Helen Roseveare. 978-1-78191-801-2 | $37.99
LITTLE LIGHTS BOX SET 2 CATHERINE MACKENZIE Five beautifully illustrated hardbacks in a boxset continue the Little Lights series. Learn lessons from the lives of well known Christians from the past - David Livingstone,John Calvin, Martin Luther, Eric Liddell and Mary Slessor. 978-1-78191-802-9 | $37.99
MY CHRISTMAS ACTIVITY BOOK 25 Days to Celebrate Jesus’ Birth CATHERINE MACKENZIE It’s the countdown to Christmas. There are 25 days to go until we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. In this book there are puzzles and codes, activities and crafts to help you remember the real reason for Christmas. Look out for the full colour pull out advent calendar! 978-1-78191-759-6 | Paperback | 64 pages | $7.99
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