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That Contentious Spirituality

Melvyn Jones £8 / £7 (Kindle)

That Contentious Spirituality is a study of Salvationist spirituality. Why pirituality. Why discuss a specifically Salvationist spirituality; isn’t it simply spirituality? mply spirituality? Major Melvyn Jones explains that, while we are called to unity in the to unity in the Body of Christ, it is not a one-size-fits-all unity. Rather, it is unity in diversity. Recognising and celebrating our ting our differences is God-honouring and throughout these pages the author ages the author outlines what is unique and distinctive about Salvationist spirituality. nist spirituality. Split into four parts, the book explores the history of The Salvation The Salvation Army, as well as the theology and spiritual teachings of the Founders. of the Founders. Later chapters look at contemporary spiritual movements within the ents within the Army and the importance of imagination for our future. re.

Second Helpings econd Helpings

Peter Mylechreest eter Mylechreest £5.99 599

Reluctant goalkeepers, urban myths, cuckoos, ice-cream wars, bank robbers, harps and even Blackpool Tower are in the wide range of subjects covered in Second Helpings. In his down-to-earth, accessible style, Major Peter Mylechreest highlights how everyday events, people, places, the natural world, television, films and literature all provide illustrations for many aspects of the Christian life, including grace, forgiveness, faith and transformation.

Jesus once said, ‘My food is to do what God wants!’ (John 4:34 Contemporary English Version). It may be that Second Helpings will help you discover and put into practice God’s will. Here is spiritual food in 100 bite-sized portions to encourage, enlighten and challenge.

mporary English Version). It may be that Second Helpings will help iscover and put into practice God’s will. Here is spiritual food in ite-sized portions to encourage, enlighten and challenge.

In Darkest England: 130 Years On

£8 / £7 (Kindle)

In Darkest England: 130 Years On is a celebration of William Booth’s best-known work, In Darkest England and the Way Out. Released in October 1890, it included wide-ranging and detailed proposals for establishing social and welfare services. Within the pages of In Darkest England: 130 Years On you will find a range of reflections and observations on the original book, including essays, poetry, personal testimony and reports on current Army activity. This is a tribute to one of the more memorable faith-based works of the 19th century; a book whose message, ideology and mission are still visible in the 21st-century Salvation Army.

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