Seasonal Catalog – September 2015
Andrew Murray
Christ’s Anointed Minister to South Africa Vance Christie – Pastor and author specialising in missionary biographies Andrew Murray’s writings and influence are still felt today and Vance Christie skilfully and faithfully brings his story to life for a new generation. 978-1-78191-600-1 | Trade paperback | 336 Pages | $14.99
Preaching With Spiritual Power
Calvin’s Understanding of Word and Spirit in Preaching Ralph Cunnington – Co-pastor of City Church Manchester, Member of the Theological Teams of FIEC and Affinity. The nature of the relationship between the Spirit of God and the Word of God has been debated among believers for centuries. Ralph Cunnington explores this and in particular the narrow historical theological question of what the Protestant Reformers, in particular John Calvin, actually taught on this topic. 978-1-78191-601-8 | Large trade paperback | 144 Pages | $15.99
Teaching 1 Kings
From Text to Message Bob Fyall – Senior Tutor in Ministry, Cornhill Training Course, Scotland. Teaching 1 Kings is the latest addition to the ‘Teaching the Bible Series’. Whether you’re a leader of a small group or preacher, it will help you to communicate the message from 1 Kings as a word for believers or the opportunity to teach evangelistically. 978-1-78191-605-6 | Trade paperback | 320 Pages | $14.99
Introducing 1 & 2 Kings
A Book for Today Bob Fyall – Senior Tutor in Ministry, Cornhill Training Course, Scotland. Designed to accompany the more extensive Teaching 1 Kings, this short book will not take long to read, but will be a great help to all those seeking to understand 1 Kings better. 978-1-78191-606-3 | Paperback | 96 Pages | $4.99
reprints Living by Revealed Truth
The Life and Pastoral Theology of Charles Haddon Spurgeon Tom Nettles – Senior Professor of Historical Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky More than merely a biography, Nettles has spent more than 15 years working on this magesterial work, it covers his life, ministry and also provides an indepth survey of his theology. 978-1-78191-122-8 | Hardback | 700 Pages | $49.99
Hearing the Spirit
Knowing the Father through the Son. Christopher Ash – Director, Cornhill Training Course, London How does the Spirit relate to the Bible? This book is for those who are ‘thirsty for a deeper experience of the Spirit of God’. There is much confusion about how Jesus relates to the Holy Spirit, how Jesus the Eternal Word relates to the Bible. Whatever our background, we tend to fall back on untested prejudices or worry about unexamined doubts. This careful biblical argument, drawing mainly from John’s gospel, helps us to see the answers to these questions in a firmly Trinitarian understanding. Hearing the Spirit is the way we know the Father through the Spirit. By asking where the Bible fits in this process, helps us listen more deeply to the words of God. 978-1-84550-725-1 | Trade paperback | 176 Pages | $12.99
All of Grace
An earnest word with those seeking salvation C. H. Spurgeon – Famous 19th century preacher Using plain language and word pictures, Spurgeon shares an earnest word for those who are seeking salvation. It has been written to show clearly how much we all need grace and how much grace is available for our needs. The writer would like to compel us, by his words, to come to Jesus Christ and receive that grace. A classic on a great subject written by one of the greatest preachers who ever lived. 978-1-87167-627-3 | Pocket paperback | 144 Pages | $8.99
Christ’s Glorious Achievements
What Jesus has done for you C. H. Spurgeon – Famous 19th century preacher A popular view of Christianity is that it is about rules: ‘Do’s and ‘Don’ts’. If that’s what you think, then you have a lot to learn. The key to understanding Christianity is not something we have to do, but rather something that Jesus Christ has already achieved on our behalf. Spurgeon’s books have been reprinted hundreds of times and countless thousands today find his style sharp, witty and easily readable. 978-1-87167-628-0 | Pocket paperback | 192 Pages | $8.99
A Method for Prayer
Freedom in the Face of God Matthew Henry – (1662-1714) Beloved commentator, pastor and prolific writer Here you will discover the methods Jesus taught by looking at styles of prayer and see helpful examples. Ligon Duncan has incorporated some of Henry’s other work on prayer. “Henry’s approach enables the believer not only to read the Bible and study the Bible, but also to pray the Bible.” Philip G. Ryken 978-1-85792-068-0 | Large trade paperback | 304 Pages | $14.99
Amos
A Mentor Commentary Gary V. Smith – Professor of Christian Studies, Union University, Jackson, Tennessee The book of Amos is full of wordplays, double entendres, pictorial visions, and direct statements of fact and judgement. Smith’s job is to address the historical, stylistic and interpretative aspects of Amos: not just what is written, but also how and why the prophecies are recorded. Each chapter ends with him drawing together the interpretative threads arising from the passage. 978-1-85792-253-0 | Large trade hardback | 400 Pages | $29.99
Jeremiah Volume 1 (Chapters 1-20)
A Mentor Commentary John L. Mackay – Professor of Old Testament (1983-2013), Free Church College, Edinburgh These commentaries have been written with a view to exposition and proclamation. They serve as a guide and stimulation as you seek to understand the book of Jeremiah. “Eagerly awaited… fulfils every expectation… a landmark in Jeremiah studies. This will quickly become an indispensable tool for anyone wishing to study and preach from the Book of Jeremiah.” Iain D. Campbell 978-1-85792-937-9 | Large trade hardback | 576 Pages | $29.99
Dealing With Depression
Trusting God through the Dark Times Sarah Collins – Depression riddles 1 of every 5 of the population. How should a Christian deal with it? As Sarah Collins and Jane Haynes remind us, God knows and deals with us by grace. Instead of being overcome by depression, let God move you from guilt to grace. “I encourage every church leader and member to read this booklet so that they will see how the gospel feeds the soul, enflames hope, and enables perseverance in the darkness of life, all through the grace of Christ.” Robert Cheong, Sojourn Community Church 978-1-84550-633-9 | Pocket paperback | 128 Pages | $7.99
The First Chapters of Everything
How Genesis Chapters 1 to 4 Explains Our World Alasdair Paine – Vicar of St. Andrew the Great, Cambridge and a trustee of Keswick Ministries. This book was written to bring out the explanations recorded in Genesis - where we came from, what went wrong, and the first promise of the Saviour to come. 978-1-78191-323-9 | Trade paperback | 192 Pages | $11.99
The First Chapters of Everything
How Genesis Chapters 1 to 4 Explains Our World Alasdair Paine – Vicar of St. Andrew the Great, Cambridge and a trustee of Keswick Ministries. This book was written to bring out the explanations recorded in Genesis - where we came from, what went wrong, and the first promise of the Saviour to come. 978-1-78191-323-9 | Trade paperback | 192 Pages | $11.99
Teaching Romans
Volume 2: Unlocking Romans 9-16 for the Bible Teacher Christopher Ash – Director, Cornhill Training Course, London The book of Romans stresses the wonderful glory of God’s grace. Christopher Ash leads us step by step to understand and communicate this challenging and life changing book. 978-1-84550-456-4 | Trade paperback | 288 Pages | $14.99
New Atheism
A Survival Guide Graham Veale – Head of the Religious Education Department, the City of Armagh High School, Armagh, Northern Ireland This summary of the arguments that dominate the current scene of thought unravels the philosophies behind modern popular and academic culture. 978-1-78191-316-1 | Trade paperback | 128 Pages | $11.99
Sounds From Heaven
The Revival on the Isle of Lewis, 1949-1952 Colin Peckham – 1936-2009 - Former Principal of Faith Mission College, Edinburgh The recounting of the story of revival on the Scottish Isle of Lewis in the late 1940’s. It is a fascinating blend of history, biography and testimony. 978-1-85792-953-9 | Large trade paperback | 288 Pages | $14.99
John Welch
The Man Who Couldn’t Be Stopped Ethel Barrett – John Welch fell in with the wrong crowd – then he met God. Find out how this adventurous preacher couldn’t be stopped even by a canon ball. 978-1-78191-604-9 | Pocket paperback | 160 Pages | $8.99
A Peep Behind the Scenes
O. F. Walton – The story of a young girl, Rosalie, in a travelling circus. She knows what goes on behind the scenes of her life there - but she doesn’t know the truth about God - yet. 978-1-85792-524-1 | Pocket paperback | 256 Pages | $8.99
My First Book of Christian Values
Carine MacKenzie – Best-selling author of children’s books, Inverness, Scotland Children need to be taught humility, generosity, truthfulness, purity and respect. Here are thirty-one different values to show us what Jesus Christ is like and how we should behave. 978-1-84550-262-1 | Paperback | 64 Pages | $3.99
Jesus
The Promised Child Carine MacKenzie – Best-selling author of children’s books, Inverness, Scotland The Shepherds were excited when they heard the news about the new born baby. Following the star, they made their way to Bethlehem, to find Jesus, the Saviour of the world. 978-1-85792-297-4 | Paperback | 32 Pages | $3.99
Saul
The Miracle on the Road Carine MacKenzie – Best-selling author of children’s books, Inverness, Scotland When God spoke to Saul, he knew his life would never be the same again! 978-1-85792-296-7 | Paperback | 32 Pages | $3.99
Ruth
The Harvest Girl Carine MacKenzie – Best-selling author of children’s books, Inverness, Scotland The story of Ruth is accurately retold from the Bible (book of Ruth). 978-1-84550-173-0 | Paperback | 32 Pages | $3.99
Esther
The Brave Queen Carine MacKenzie – Best-selling author of children’s books, Inverness, Scotland The story of Esther accurately retold from the bible from the book of Esther. 978-1-84550-195-2 | Paperback | 32 Pages | $3.99
Joshua
The Brave Leader Carine MacKenzie – Best-selling author of children’s books, Inverness, Scotland The story of Joshua is accurately retold from the bible (from the book of Joshua). 978-1-84550-166-2 | Paperback | 32 Pages | $3.99
Jesus the Storyteller
Carine MacKenzie – Best-selling author of children’s books, Inverness, Scotland He told them about loving God was and how he hated all sin. But Jesus also told them how to become children of God. The storyteller told the truth... and he tells it to us. We must believe him. 978-1-85792-750-4 | Paperback | 24 Pages | $3.99
God Made
Show your pre-schoolers that God made everything around them. These sturdy books start them early in their understanding and are so attractive they always pick them up first. 140 x 100mm | 16 pages | Board | $3.99
God made Animals Una Macleod 9781857922905 God made Colours Una Macleod 9781857922912 God made Me Una Macleod 9781857922899 God made the World Una Macleod 9781857922929
God Made Food Catherine MacKenzie 9781845506599 God Made Time Catherine MacKenzie 9781845506575 God Made Water Catherine MacKenzie 9781845506605 God Made Weather Catherine MacKenzie 9781845506582
Carine MacKenzie Chunky board books that will tell children about different aspects of God’s character. They will love the illustrations: you will love telling them the message. Square | 14 pages | $3.99 God Has Power Board Book 9781857924770 God Is Everywhere Board Book 9781857924800 God Is Faithful Board Book 9781857924817 God Is Kind Board Book 9781857924763 God Knows Everything Board Book 9781857924794
Famous Bible Stories Best-loved Bible stories for 2-6 year olds. Join the adventure and discover God’s loving care through the stories of these Old Testament characters. 12 pages | Board | $3.99 Famous Bible Stories Famous Bible Stories Jonah and the Big Fish Samuel’s Surprise 978-1-84550-087-0 978-1-84550-088-7 Famous Bible Stories Ruth’s Journey 978-1-84550-086-3
Famous Bible Stories Naaman the Soldier 978-1-84550-085-6
I can say to God Catherine MacKenzie Simple words with strong biblical truth teach very young children that they can talk to God and tell him anything; he is listening to them and loves them. These colourful books follow the A.C.T.S form of praying (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving and Supplication). Large | 10 pages | Board $3.99
I Can Say to God, I Love You 978-1-85792-692-7 I Can Say to God, I’m Sorry 978-1-85792-689-7
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