Theo of Golden by Allen Levi – Review by Erin Horn
“I love reading books that inspire me and encourage me to go deeper in my relationship with Jesus. This book offers a glimpse into what life might be like if one chooses to look beyond the surface of a person and call out their God-given abilities and creativity. What if you take time to ask the questions: who did God create this person to be? God, what do you love about this person? And then, ask Jesus how you can encourage those attributes in that person’s life. Just a delightful thought…”
Perelandra by C.S. Lewis – Review by Adam Fleming
“C.S. Lewis’ sequel to Out of the Silent Planet, this book is classified as science fiction but better described as theological fiction. When the protagonist Ransom is transported to another planet, he gets to witness another “Garden of Eden” temptation firsthand. Perelandra delights the imagination with its depictions of undulating landscape, strange fruit, and substantive angels. Moreover, it edifies the soul by weaving the truth of God’s sovereignty throughout the narrative.”
Liturgies of the Wild: Myths That Make Us by Martin Shaw – Review by Andrew Duncan
“Whether we know it or not, we are shaped by the stories we tell. In a world where thousands of stories are broadcasted to us each day, Liturgies of the Wild provides a framework for understanding lasting stories and our place in them. In this book, Martin Shaw provides both exciting examples of stories and insightful reflections on them.”
The Air We Breathe: How We All Came to Believe in Freedom, Kindness, Progress, and Equality by Glen Scrivener – Review by Rev. Mike Myers
“This book examines how Jesus’ teachings and his life, death, and resurrection have shaped modern values. It highlights God’s faithfulness and the Church’s lasting influence while honestly grappling with the Church’s failures. I recommend it to Christians and skeptics alike. There’s also an audiobook version narrated in a terrific Australian accent.”
Ragged: Spiritual Disciplines for the Spiritually Exhausted by Gretchen Ronnevik – Review by Beth Bryant
“I love the clarity with which the author distinguishes law from grace. I think that, even if we were taught spiritual disciplines without legalistic expectations, it’s just human nature to risk slipping into a legalistic perspective. Either we are checking the boxes and can take pride in that or we don’t think we are sufficiently consistent and can feel shame for that. Both are missing the point and I love how she applies grace to every aspect, why we need spiritual disciplines and how grace relates to each of them. She is very transparent and relatable, sharing her own struggles. The only thing I wish were different is the title — or rather the subtitle. It’s a great book for anyone prone to perfectionism or legalism, not just for the spiritually exhausted!”