Highlights for April 2021

In this concise introduction to systematic theology, theologian Graham A. Cole explores how we move from Scripture to doctrine in order to shape what we believe, what we value, and how we live. He shows us the importance of having the right method: rooted in the word of God, consistent with church history, in the context of a broken world, dependent on divine wisdom, and ultimately aiming at pure worship.

Other titles in this series include:

The Attributes of God (special $13.60)

The Person of Christ (special $16.15)

The Trinity (special $13.60)

'Dr. Barrett’s study of the gospel in Exodus is both thorough and lucid. He handles difficult issues with clarity and conviction. No stone is left unturned. This is a veritable feast of good things, and I cannot imagine preaching on Exodus without consulting these pages. Top shelf.' - Derek W H Thomas

'In this timely pastoral admonition, Tom Parr ... shows that the message of James 4 is a needed tonic for a church rife with the sins of pride, covetousness, and unbelief. The book moves systematically through each verse of James 4, is enriched by synthetic Bible study and theological depth, and offers soul-searching questions with each chapter.' - Robert Vincent

How should we as parents view our children in the church as we are tasked with bringing them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord? How should we as congregants view the children in our churches, whom we have a solemn responsibility to evangelize and instruct?

In this booklet Joel R. Beeke discusses theological and practical foundations for raising and nurturing children in light of the covenant of grace.

This is an honest, graphic and affectionately told account of the closing year of the life of a godly wife, dying of cancer.

As such it is both a love story and a testimony of the reality of the goodness of faithfulness of our covenant God in the hardest times of life.

Matthew Trellert experiences anguish over his God-given gender. Through reliance on the Holy Spirit, his parents, Joe and Lisa, are able to interact with Matthew without being overwhelmed by fear, instead encouraging him with wisdom and love. They inspire him to be the person he was created to be—an artist with an eye for beauty and attention to detail—and teach him to use these gifts as a man for God’s glory.

This story shines gospel light on a path that is both time-tested and timely, as Matthew learns that Christ’s grace is more than sufficient for those who struggle with their gender.

Life is messy. And nobody escapes it. Your life’s messy. Your friends and family’s lives are messy too. But thankfully, God has a plan to deal with the mess. It involves you, and it involves me. Even with all of our messes, God wants to use every one of us in the lives of those around us to be part of his glorious rescue plan in their lives.

If you don’t know exactly what to do or even where to start, Loving Messy People is for you. Filled with real-life stories, biblical truth, and practical wisdom, this book will give you the tools and confidence you need to fulfill God's call to love others in the midst of the mess. What's more, it will show you how God wants to use you in his plan to transform the messes we all face into something redemptive and beautiful.

This is a street-level, biblically saturated, gospel-centered guide for guys who want to lead their families well by serving their wives.

With accessible chapters, humor, application questions, and more, Man Up Kneel Down offers the Christian husband a guide to shepherd his wife with intentionality amidst the demands of life.

In this faithful and innovative retelling of the classic Bible story of the Israelites' exodus from Egypt, children of 2-4 years old will discover what happened when Moses told Pharaoh to "Let my people go" and Pharaoh said, "No, no, no!"

Children will be invited to join in as they count down from 10 to zero to see how God rescues his people from slavery in Egypt with signs and wonders.

It teaches some interesting numerical skills to children and has bright, vivid, fun-filled illustrations by Jennifer Davison.

Also available at the same price:

Deborah & the Very Big Battle

David & the Very Big Giant

Daniel & the Very Hungry Lions

Jonah & the Very Big Fish

Noah & the Very Big Boat

Every pastor knows what it’s like to be criticized. But how does he respond? And how does he offer constructive criticism of his own?

With wisdom, charity, and a wealth of personal illustrations, Joel Beeke and Nick Thompson answer these questions and more... As Beeke and Thompson unfold a theological vision for coping with criticism in the gospel ministry, you will be strengthened, encouraged, and equipped.

The people around us bear God’s image. As we learn to treat them accordingly, our communication will become a powerful means of showing God’s love to them.

Laying out eleven key principles for loving conversation, Pastor Tim Shorey guides us to a memorable, scriptural approach to communication that can transform our relationships.

Re: velation unpacks Jesus’s vivid communication to His church in the first three chapters of Revelation to remind us of our certain hope, assure us of His victorious presence, and embolden our faith to persevere.

In this book, Brian G. Hedges provides a series of encouraging road signs—brief meditations, with questions for personal reflection and application, to help you in your journey toward Christlikeness.

'You want to live for something more than the trivial life? Then you’ll need to look toward home. Jason Lancaster has been looking toward home for thirty years, and we can all learn a lot from his example. But this book has only one Hero, and it’s not Jason. I’m thankful for how he makes much of Jesus in this challenging and compelling book.' - Collin Hansen

True addresses eight key relationships that 11-14 year-old girls encounter: themselves, God, church, friends, parents, boys, non-Christians and the world.

Each chapter unpacks one Bible passage and looks in detail at the different relationships, clearly showing what the Bible teaches, as well as ideas on how to practically live this out in their day-to-day lives. The book challenges girls to keep Jesus at the centre of every relationship as they keep living for Him.

Every chapter ends with seven practical ideas to work through, a real-life testimony and a Bible study. Suitable for individuals or groups.

In this book, Cruse helps us perceive the significance of worship and guides us through the spiritual actions of a worship service. Once you recognize how God is doing something to us and for us and through us in each element of the service, Lord’s Day worship will become the highlight of your week!

This small book applies the truth of the Holy Spirit through his word so that each of us may know God’s comforting peace in troubled times.

Since God remains in loving, compassionate control of our lives, our hearts can still praise and proclaim the beauty of the gospel, even when life is upside down.

How can the Christian be both saint and sinner, and an adopted son, a servant and a sheep all at the same time?

How do these images (and others found in Scripture) work together to enable us to serve and obey God faithfully?

These are questions that every Christian needs an answer to: this book provides the answers clearly, simply and helpfully, providing much understanding and great encouragement in living a fruitful Christian life.

'Engaging a wide cross section of insightful analyses, Brett McCracken offers profound wisdom about how we have more information, less truth, and a shrinking capacity for identifying truth. Well-informed, vividly illustrated, and aimed toward solid answers, The Wisdom Pyramid is a must-read.' - Michael Horton