New Books and Bibles
Below is a list of the new and notable resources releasing this month from Crossway. Titles include Stand in Awe by Laura Story and Battling Unbelief by John Piper.
Stand in Awe: How Reverence Transforms Our Worship and Our Lives
Laura Story seeks to lead Christians in scriptural, reverential worship all 7 days of the week. Sharing her 20 years of experience as a worship leader and award-winning recording artist, she clarifies what worship is, what it isn’t, and what’s at stake without it. She then explains 4 everyday ways our reverence is often diverted away from God. Finally, Story demonstrates how to apply biblical principles, seeking God in humility and reverence through singing and daily life. With a heart for music ministry, this accessible book also speaks to everyday Christians who long to engage in proper devotion, leading readers in rich worship that reflects who God is rather than who we are.
“Contrary to our natural inclinations, we were never meant to be the center of our lives. We were created for our lives to revolve around someone greater, with our eyes fixed not inward, but upward. Laura Story helps us look up and behold the beauty, grandeur, majesty, and holiness of our great God. Stand in Awe invites us into true, holy reverence for the one who is worthy of it all.”
—Courtney Doctor, Director of Women’s Initiatives, The Gospel Coalition; Bible teacher and author of From Garden to Glory, In View of God’s Mercies and others
Battling Unbelief: Defeating Sin with Superior Pleasure
Pastor John Piper shows how to sever the clinging roots of 8 common sins that ensnare us: anxiety, pride, shame, impatience, covetousness, bitterness, despondency, and lust. Delighting in the bounty of God’s glorious gospel promises will free us for a less sin-encumbered life, to the glory of Christ. Rooted in solid biblical reflection, this book aims to help guide you through the battles to the joys of victory by the power of the gospel and its superior pleasure.
Strong in the Lord: A 30-Day Devotional on the Armor of God
Edited by Winfree Brisley
Rooted in the apostle Paul’s teaching from Ephesians 6:10–18, this 30-day devotional invites readers to discover lasting strength by putting on the armor of God. Each day features a key Bible verse, devotional reflection, guided response questions, and closing prayer. As readers explore each piece of the armor, they’ll be equipped to stand firm in faith and draw near to the Lord, no matter their current circumstance.
“A successful battle comes from knowing our enemy, wearing our armor, and trusting our commander. Strong in the Lord is a simple yet profound gift to believers as we fight our spiritual battle. I’m grateful for how it helped me meditate on each piece of the armor of God, pray in response, and ultimately entrust myself to my victorious Lord Jesus. I look forward to recommending it to many others!”
—Kristen Wetherell, author, Help for the Hungry Soul and the For the Bible Tells Me So board book series
10 Questions About the Bible: 30 Devotions for Kids, Teens, and Families
The 10 Questions series invites children ages 8–14 to investigate spiritual questions and provides reliable theological and practical answers on their level. In this volume, Todd R. Chipman explores questions including How did we get the Bible?, How should the Bible be read?, and How do I know I can trust the Bible?
Each 10 Questions book presents 10 vital questions about one important topic, exploring each question in 3 short devotions. Kids can work through the 30 readings in any order they choose. Written to be read alone or with family, 10 Questions About the Bible is the perfect way for middle-grade readers to start or end each day reflecting on the things of God.
“I commend to you this simple, clear, and accessible guide to understanding the nature and purpose of God’s word. This is a great gift to young believers as they grow to love, appreciate, and grasp the beauty of Scripture!”
—Jon Nielson, Senior Pastor, Christ Presbyterian Church, Wheaton, Illinois
Arlo Takes Off
Written for children ages 3–7, this engaging picture book helps kids resist the message of expressive individualism that their feelings define who they are. At the end of the book, a special section for parents provides advice for helping kids navigate disappointments and embrace the joy of God’s perfect plan.
“The Gospel Coalition’s illustrated storybooks provide ready-made conversation starters for families to use on important issues that kids struggle with. They answer these challenges with biblical truths that offer gospel solutions to their problems. Parents and grandparents should add these picture books to their family libraries.”
—Marty Machowski, Executive Pastor, Covenant Fellowship Church, Glen Mills, Pennsylvania; author, The Ology and the Redemption Tales series
Jude and the Extraordinary, Spectacular, Miraculous Day: A Creative Retelling of the Feeding of the 5,000
Readers follow a fictional character named Jude—who portrays the real-life child from Scripture—as his day goes from predictable to extraordinary. On his way to the sea to watch the fishermen, he encounters Jesus and witnesses a miracle that will change his life forever. Written and illustrated by artist Jessica Dennis Bush, this imaginative retelling helps children step inside the Bible story to learn about Jesus’s teachings, what it means to follow Christ, and how God can use our “not enough” for his wise purposes.
“One of the greatest gifts a children’s book can offer is to spark curiosity about God’s word—and Jessica Bush’s Jude and the Extraordinary, Spectacular, Miraculous Day beautifully accomplishes this for young readers. With imaginative storytelling and vivid illustrations, Bush invites young readers into the miracle of the feeding of the 5,000 through the eyes of the boy who shared his loaves and fish. This delightful retelling points little hearts to Jesus and inspires them to explore Scripture for themselves.”
—Melissa B. Kruger, author; Vice President of Discipleship Programming, The Gospel Coalition
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