Spring/summer 2008 New Releases From Kregel Publications

New books SPRING/SUMMER 2008 Great ideas for captivating interviews, articles, excerpts, giveaways . . . and much more.

Intelligent Design 101 Leading Experts Explain the Key Issues edited by H. Wayne House; contributions by Michael Behe, Eddie Colanter, Logan Gage, Phillip Johnson, Casey Luskin, J. P. Moreland, Jay Richards Kregel Publications Intelligent Design 101 brings together leading scholars and researchers from the fields of science and intelligent design studies, such as Michael Behe and Phillip Johnson. Their detailed and insightful essays form an introduction to intelligent design, from the basics of the theory, to its history and growing place in science and education.

Welcome to College A Christ-Follower’s Guide for the Journey by Jonathan Morrow Kregel Publications In this engaging guide, Jonathan Morrow encourages students to consider and engage the issues they will face in the dorm, on campus, and in the college classroom. A great gift idea for all high school graduates! Visit http://www.thinkchristianly.org to learn more.

I’m Not Crazy, but I Might Be a Carrier Infectious Inspiration from Comedian Charles Marshall by Charles Marshall Kregel Publications Charles Marshall is a comic expert on daily living, because life is crazy and so is he. Each of his forty hilarious sketches gracefully segues into an encouraging and pertinent Christian message, reassuring readers that life may be a zany ride, but God is at the controls. Don’t forget to check out www.charlesmarshallcomedy.com!

H. Wayne House (Th.D., Concordia Seminary; J.D., Regent University School of Law) is Distinguished Research Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies at Faith Seminary in Tacoma, Washington, and Professor of Law at Trinity Law School in Santa Ana, California. He is the author or editor of more than seventy journal and magazine publications, and a contributor to several books, dictionaries and encyclopedias. He is also the author of more than twenty books. Dr. House has been married for forty years and has two grown children and five grandchildren.

Jonathan Morrow spent his college years at a large state school. In between classes and hanging out with friends, he ministered to fraternities and sororities and served with Campus Crusade. Jonathan recently graduated with an M.Div. and an M.A. in philosophy of religion and ethics from Talbot School of Theology in La Mirada, CA. His considerable experience makes him well prepared to equip students for what they will encounter in their formative undergraduate years. Jonathan lives with his wife and son in Tennessee.

Charles Marshall began his career onstage as a singer/ songwriter. When his singing voice gave out, he turned to stand-up comedy and was much more successful. He is now a nationally syndicated Christian humor columnist and has contributed to Focus on the Family magazine. He is the author of Shattering the Glass Slipper: Destroying Fairy Tale Thinking Before It Destroys You and has filmed two stand-up comedy videos, I’m Just Sayin’ and Fully Animated.

978-0-8254-2781-7 • 288 pages • $16.99 paperback • March 2008

978-0-8254-3354-2 • 384 pages • $17.99 paperback • February 2008

978-0-8254-3419-8 • 144 pages • $12.99 paperback • April 2008

For more information, call Leslie at 800-733-2607 x245 • PO Box 2607, Grand Rapids, MI 49501 www.kregelpublications.com • kregelpublications.blogspot.com

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christian living & SPIRITUALITY

It’s Possible!

Traveling Home

Faith Enough to Finish

The Seven Deadly Sins

Turn Your Dreams into Reality by Derrick Moore Kregel Publications

A Young Man’s Story of Courage and Faith by Charlotte Hill and Don Waite Kregel Publications

by Jill Briscoe Monarch Books

And How to Overcome Them by Graham Tomlin* Lion Hudson

Former NFL running back Derrick Moore offers inspiration and personalized coaching to help you achieve the dream that seems just out of reach. Derrick Moore is a former NFL running back for the Atlanta Falcons, Detroit Lions, Carolina Panthers, and Arizona Cardinals. He is now the developmental coach and chaplain for the Georgia Institute of Technology. He shares his inspirational and motivational messages with more than 100,000 people annually. 978-0-8254-3359-7  •  144 pages $14.99 hardcover  •  May 2008

Cancer claimed Peter’s life when he was far too young, but the way he lived his final days serves as an inspiration to all of us on how we are meant to live and die as God’s children. Charlotte Hill lives with her husband, Dave, in the coastal mountains of northwestern Oregon. Their two sons, Dave and Andy, are grown and married. Their youngest son, Peter, died of cancer at the age of twenty-one. His amazing courage inspired Traveling Home, the book Charlotte cowrote with her brother, Don Waite. Don Waite is the pastor of Westwood Presbyterian Church and has been in ministry for more than thirty years. Traveling Home grew out of the letters he wrote to his nephew.

Popular author Jill Briscoe explores grief, loneliness, and the light that God can bring in our darkness in her newest collection of captivating short stories, reflections, and poems. Jill Briscoe and her husband, Stuart, are British, but have worked in the United States for many years. Jill is the author of God’s Front Door, The Deep Place Where Nobody Goes, Garden of Grace, and Faith Enough to Finish, among other books, and serves on the boards of World Relief and Christianity Today. 978-0-8254-6160-6  •  192 pages $12.99 paperback  •  January 2008

An illuminating look at how the seven deadly sins pervade our culture and our lives today. Written in a thoughtful and measured style, this is an engaging read for all interested in philosophy and theology and for those seeking ways to live a more positive life. Graham Tomlin is principal of St. Paul’s Theological Centre at Holy Trinity Brompton, London. He was formerly vice principal of Wycliffe Hall, Oxford, and a member of Oxford University’s Faculty of Theology. His books include Spiritual Fitness and Luther and His World. 978-0-8254-6258-0  •  192 pages $12.99 paperback  •  March 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

978-0-8254-2899-9  •  144 pages $11.99 paperback  •  April 2008

For more information, call Leslie at 800-733-2607 x245 • PO Box 2607, Grand Rapids, MI 49501 www.kregelpublications.com • kregelpublications.blogspot.com

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christian living & SPIRITUALITY

Free to Be Yourself

Break Free, Stay Free

The You God Planned

Enjoy Your True Nature in Christ (Freedom in Christ Series) by Steve Goss* Monarch Books

Don’t Let the Past Hold You Back (Freedom in Christ Series) by Steve Goss* Monarch Books

A realistic look at what it truly means to be a Christian, how it changes your life, and how it changes the way you live.

Every Christian has a past that can immobilize them in the present. But even those who have had a relatively trouble-free existence will benefit from understanding how to identify and resolve past sins and negative influences that stop us from moving on and letting go.

Don’t Let Anything or Anyone Hold You Back (Freedom in Christ Series) by Steve Goss* Monarch Books

978-0-8254-6189-7  •  96 pages $9.99 paperback  •  March 2008

Win the Daily Battle Resist and Stand Firm in God’s Strength (Freedom in Christ Series) by Steve Goss* Monarch Books If you are a Christian, then you are in a raging battle, whether you like it or not. This practical, straightforward book demystifies the spiritual battle so that you can live as a conqueror in Christ.

978-0-8254-6191-0  •  112 pages $9.99 paperback  •  March 2008

A motivating look at the unique role each of us occupies in the church, how we discover it, and how we live it. 978-0-8254-6192-7  •  112 pages $9.99 paperback  •  March 2008 Steve Goss is the director of Freedom in Christ Ministries U.K. and teaches the Freedom in Christ course. He has a background in marketing. He is married to Zoe, and they have two daughters. *Not available for broadcast interviews

Encounters: Authentic Experiences of God by John Woolmer Monarch Books 978-0-8254-6134-7  •  240 pages $12.99 paperback  •  January 2008

Destiny: What’s Life All About? by Krish Kandiah Monarch Books 978-0-8254-6180-4  •  144 pages $10.99 paperback  •  January 2008

In Times of Need: Words to Comfort by Sue Atkinson and David Atkinson Lion Hudson 978-0-8254-6259-7  •  48 pages $6.99 hardcover  •  April 2008

Kingdom Come: The Local Church as a Catalyst for Social Change by Malcolm Duncan Monarch Books 978-0-8254-6151-4  •  352 pages $14.99 paperback  •  March 2008

Pathways Through Depression by Sue Atkinson Lion Hudson 978-0-8254-6260-3  •  48 pages $6.99 paperback  •  April 2008

978-0-8254-6190-3  •  112 pages $9.99 paperback  •  March 2008

For more information, call Leslie at 800-733-2607 x245 • PO Box 2607, Grand Rapids, MI 49501 www.kregelpublications.com • kregelpublications.blogspot.com

Fiction

Fallen

Sincerely, Mayla

Blood Brothers

The Black Cloister

A Novel by Matthew Raley Kregel Publications

A Novel by Virginia Smith Kregel Publications

A Novel by Rick Acker Kregel Publications

A Novel by Melanie Dobson Kregel Publications

In this compelling novel that mirrors church scandals in the news today, Jim, a middle-aged bank manager, is torn between a desire to believe the best and suspicion resulting from an apparent indiscretion by his popular young pastor Dave.

Mayla Strong attempts to balance family, friends, love, and faith in this heartwarming sequel to Just As I Am.

Sibling rivalry, black market deals, and a dangerous new wonder drug plunge Ben Corbin into the middle of a case that takes a personal and violent turn, in this riveting sequel to Dead Man’s Rule.

On Elise Friedman’s eighth birthday, she lost her mother and any connection to her mysterious past. Now a young woman in college, Elise is traveling to her homeland of Germany to uncover her family’s past, but what she finds is much more harrowing than she ever suspected.

Don’t forget to stop by www.virginiasmith.org!

Matthew Raley is senior pastor of the Orland Evangelical Free Church in northern California, where he lives with his wife and two young children. For fun, he enjoys playing chamber music with friends, giving occasional solo recitals, and playing first violin in the North State Symphony. This is his first book.

Virginia Smith is a writer of humorous novels, a speaker, a snow skier, a motorcycle enthusiast, and an avid scuba diver. Since leaving her twenty-year profession as a corporate director, she has written numerous books, including her debut, Just As I Am (Kregel Publications 2006), and Stuck in the Middle (Revell 2008). An energetic speaker, she loves to exemplify God’s truth by comparing real-life situations to well-known works of fiction as she does in her popular talk “Biblical Truth in Star Trek.”

978-0-8254-3575-1  •  240 pages $11.99 paperback  •  December 2007

978-0-8254-3692-5  •  256 pages $13.99 paperback  •  February 2008

Visit Matthew’s Web site at www.merchristianity.com.

Visit www.rickacker.com for more information. Rick Acker does his best work while traveling. He pecks out pages every day while riding the commuter train to his “real job” as a Deputy Attorney General in the California Department of Justice. He is a contributing author on legal treatises and also the author of the Davis Detective Mysteries for kids, also published by Kregel. 978-0-8254-2007-8  •  368 pages $14.99 paperback  •  May 2008

Find out more about Melanie’s writing at www.melaniedobson.com. Melanie Dobson is an author as well as the owner of the publicity firm Dobson Media. A former corporate publicity manager at Focus on the Family, Melanie has worked in the fields of journalism and publicity for more than twelve years. Her first book is Together for Good. Melanie lives in Oregon with her husband, Jon, and their two adopted daughters, Karly and Kinzel. 978-0-8254-2443-4  •  288 pages $13.99 paperback  •  May 2008

For more information, call Leslie at 800-733-2607 x245 • PO Box 2607, Grand Rapids, MI 49501 www.kregelpublications.com • kregelpublications.blogspot.com

TRUE STORIES

Project Pearl

Baroness Cox

Dead Women Walking

The 1 Million Smuggled Bibles That Changed China by Brother David*; with Paul Hattaway* Monarch Books

Eyewitness to a Broken World by Lela Gilbert Monarch Books

Entangled in Addiction, Abuse and Idol Worship, These Women Seemed Beyond Hope . . . by Jennifer Su* Monarch Books

From the coauthor of The Heavenly Man comes another incredible true story of God’s power manifested in China. Project Pearl is the powerful account of the delivery, in June 1981, of one million Bibles into China by a tugboat and barge manned by twenty dedicated missionaries. Former U.S. Marine and member of Open Doors, Brother David was the primary organizer of the audacious Bible-smuggling operation Project Pearl, which successfully carried Bibles into China. He died in May 2007. Paul Hattaway is the international director of Asia Harvest, an organization committed to serving the church throughout Asia. He is an expert on the Chinese church and author of the best-selling titles The Heavenly Man, which has sold more than 500,000 copies in English alone, and Back to Jerusalem.

The inspiring life story of Baroness Caroline Cox, who has used her position in British government to turn the world’s attention to humanitarian causes around the globe. “With true Christian compassion fused with fierce courage, Lady Cox continues to shun mere observation for frontline participation.” —Charles Colson Wilberforce Award citation, Washington, USA Freelance author or coauthor of more than sixty books, Lela Gilbert has also written many song lyrics and several novels. She is the mother of two sons and lives in California.

A shocking and inspiring true story of the hope God brought three desperate women who were trapped by the spirits they worshipped. After graduating from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, Jennifer Su spent nearly three years working with the Overseas Missionary Fellowship in Taiwan. She is currently attending the Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. 978-0-8254-6158-3  •  432 pages $14.99 paperback  •  January 2008

The Woman Who Outran the Devil The Extraordinary Story of One Woman’s Search for Real Love by Shirley Baskett* Monarch Books The Woman Who Outran the Devil is the stirring true story of Shirley Baskett’s journey from the depths of depravity to the heights of salvation. Shirley Baskett and her husband, Peter, now live in Melbourne, Australia, and have been married for more than twenty years. Shirley was ordained a minister in the Assemblies of God church in 1998. 978-0-8254-6095-1  •  192 pages $11.99 paperback  •  January 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

*Not available for broadcast interviews

978-0-8254-6164-4  •  248 pages $13.99 paperback  •  March 2008

978-0-8254-6195-8  •  320 pages $13.99 paperback  •  March 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

For more information, call Leslie at 800-733-2607 x245 • PO Box 2607, Grand Rapids, MI 49501 www.kregelpublications.com • kregelpublications.blogspot.com

Condemned The Transformation of a Violent Gang Leader by Mark Rowan* Monarch Books The true story of a notorious gang leader and his transformation from a life of crime to a life of redemption. Mark Rowan is now an associate pastor of an Assemblies of God church in Weston Super Mare, U.K., and is in the process of setting up a Christian-run drug rehabilitation unit. 978-0-8254-6166-8  •  157 pages $12.99 paperback  •  January 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

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TWEEN, TEEN, & YOUNG ADULT INTEREST

Help! My Family’s Messed Up by Emily Parke Chase Kregel Publications Help! My Family’s Messed Up is a compassionate guide for those living in a troubled household or recovering from broken homes, abuse, or other traumas in their families. Drawing from true, contemporary stories of those who have survived a family torn in two, this book shows that with God there is hope for healing. Emily Parke Chase and her husband, Gene, have directed an ex-gay ministry in conjunction with Exodus International for more than twenty years. Emily speaks to thousands of teens every year at schools and conferences on the topic of relationships. She is the author of Why Say No When My Hormones Say Go? as well as What Do I Say to a Friend Who’s Gay? and You, Me and WHO? 978-0-8254-2438-0  •  128 pages $9.99 paperback  •  April 2008

Andrea Carter and the Family Secret A Novel (Circle C Adventures) by Susan K. Marlow Kregel Publications For Ages: 8–12 (tween) Even after dealing with escaped convicts and wild horses, Andi isn’t prepared for her latest surprise: a sister she never knew she had. Don’t miss the Circle C Adventures blog at http:// www.homeschoolblogger.com/ CircleCRanch. Susan K. Marlow, like Andi, sometimes finds herself in bizarre situations—usually while trying to help others. Susan is a freelance editor, teacher, and homeschooling mom. In addition to writing her Circle C Adventures series for tweens, she speaks at young author conferences and teaches writing workshops for kids. She and her family make their home in Washington State. 978-0-8254-3365-8  •  144 pages $7.99 paperback  •  January 2008

The Light Across the River

The Lion Graphic Bible

A Novel by Stephanie Reed Kregel Publications For Ages: 8–12 (tween)

The Whole Story from Genesis to Revelation compiled by Jeff Anderson* and Mike Maddox* Lion Hudson For ages 12 and up

This dramatic sequel to Across the Wide River follows Johnny Rankin as he tries to live up to his family’s selfless tradition as conductors on the Underground Railroad. Learn more about Stephanie Reed and her books at www. homeschoolblogger.com/Stef. During her childhood, Stephanie Reed’s family would often pass through Ripley on their way to her grandparents’ home. The signs she read there about the Rankin house were what prompted her to write Across the Wide River and The Light Across the River. After working for nearly a decade with the Dayton Metro Library, Stephanie is now a volunteer spotter for the National Weather Service. She lives with her husband and two children in Dublin, Ohio. 978-0-8254-3574-4  •  216 pages $10.99 paperback  •  March 2008

An irresistible graphic novel interpretation of the Bible that perfectly captures the Bible’s inherent drama and adventure. The Lion Graphic Bible is the work of former Judge Dredd/2000AD artist Jeff Anderson and DC Comics writer Mike Maddox. Jeff Anderson is a leading graphic novel artist, best known for his work on the Judge Dredd stories published by 2000AD. He was voted second-best artist and inker by readers of Comic World for his Legends of Larian series and has also worked with DC and Marvel Comics. He lives with his wife and five children in Hartlepool, England. Mike Maddox is a professional freelance writer whose work includes titles by DC Comics. 978-0-8254-6265-8  •  256 pages $12.99 paperback  •  December 2007 *Not available for broadcast interviews

For more information, call Leslie at 800-733-2607 x245 • PO Box 2607, Grand Rapids, MI 49501 www.kregelpublications.com • kregelpublications.blogspot.com

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MINISTRY, EDUCATION, & RESOURCES

Mixed Ministry

Crisis Counseling

The Heavenly Party

The Ideas Factory

Working Together as Brothers and Sisters in an Oversexed Society by Sue Edwards, Kelley Mathews, and Henry J. Rogers Kregel Academic & Professional

A Guide for Pastors and Professionals by Scott Floyd Kregel Academic & Professional

Recover the Fun: Life-Changing Celebrations for Home and Community by Michele Guinness Monarch Books

100 Adaptable Discussion Starters to Get Teens Talking by Martin Saunders* Monarch Books

Written by well-respected ministry leaders, this must-have guide answers the question: How should men and women treat gender issues in ministry settings? Sue Edwards, Kelley Mathews, and Henry J. Rogers explore this complex and thorny issue in depth. Sue Edwards (M.A., Dallas Theological Seminary; D.Min., Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary) teaches full-time in the Christian Education Department at Dallas Theological Seminary. She has more than twenty-five years of experience teaching, pastoring, and directing women’s ministries. In addition, Sue speaks at retreats, conferences, and seminars across the country. She is the coauthor of Women’s Retreats and New Doors in Ministry to Women, and the author of the new Sue Edwards Inductive Bible Study series.

Dr. Floyd helps readers understand the nature of crises events, how individuals are impacted, and how to best provide help during and following times of trauma, loss, and grief. Scott Floyd holds a Ph.D. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where he is associate professor of psychology and counseling. He is a licensed counselor and has a private counseling practice specializing in crisis, trauma, loss, and grief care. He has counseled many people in times of need, including folk involved in the shootings at Wedgewood Baptist Church in Fort Worth. He has counseled for twenty-five years. 978-0-8254-2588-2  •  280 pages $17.99 paperback  •  February 2008

Jewish and Christian traditions have no shortage of celebrations, and Michele Guinness documents these traditions in a perfect party-planning book with spiritual flare. Born in a Jewish family and married to an Anglican clergyman, Michele Guinness has worked in the National Health Services as a public relations and communications consultant. Now a freelance journalist and writer, she has written several best-selling books, including Child of the Covenant and A Little Kosher Seasoning.

Thought-provoking stories and provocative questions make this useful book a great way to spark meaningful conversations with teens on deep topics. Martin Saunders is the editor of Youthwork magazine and a leading member of the Youthwork network. 978-0-8254-6173-6  •  320 pages $13.99 paperback  •  March 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

978-0-8254-6174-3  •  288 pages $16.99 paperback  •  March 2008

Kelley Mathews (Th.M., Dallas Theological Seminary) is a freelance writer and editor. A former women’s ministry leader, she is the coauthor of Women’s Retreats and New Doors in Ministry to Women. She lives with her husband, John, and her three children Texas. Henry J. Rogers is the Corporate Chaplain for Interstate Batteries in Dallas, Texas. He serves on the President’s Council for Dallas Theological Seminary and on the boards for World Impact—Dallas, Children’s Hope Chest, and as chairman of the board for Probe Ministries. He is the author of The Silent War: Ministering to Those Trapped in the Deception of Pornography. 978-0-8254-2524-0  •  272 pages $16.99 paperback  •  February 2008

For more information, call Leslie at 800-733-2607 x245 • PO Box 2607, Grand Rapids, MI 49501 www.kregelpublications.com • kregelpublications.blogspot.com

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MINISTRY, EDUCATION, & RESOURCES

A Spectator’s Guide to World Religions

A Spectator’s Guide to Jesus

An Introduction to the Big Five by John Dickson Lion Hudson

An Introduction to the Man from Nazareth by John Dickson Lion Hudson

In this timely book, John Dickson presents each of the world’s major religions. He carefully outlines the history, belief systems, and spiritual practices of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam so that the interested and curious “spectator” can explore their similarities and differences.

In this introduction to the life and teaching of Jesus, John Dickson takes readers through the historical data to reveal in Jesus a man who will surprise both the religious and the not-so-religious. The Jesus of history transcended simplistic modern categories and was a man unlike any other.

978-0-8254-6252-8  •  240 pages $14.99 paperback  •  March 2008

978-0-8254-6253-5  •  176 pages $12.99 paperback  •  March 2008

Dr. John Dickson is a historian, musician, and best-selling author. He is an honorary associate in the Department of Ancient History, Macquarie University (Sydney), where he also teaches a course on world religions. He lives in Sydney with his family and spends his time researching, writing, and speaking about life’s big questions. A regular visitor and speaker in the U.S., he has just finished writing a major TV documentary on the life and legacy of Jesus.

The Lion Companion to Christian Art

The Good, the Bad & the Moral Dilemma

by Michelle P. Brown* Lion Hudson

by G. R. Evans* Lion Hudson

This chronological and lavishly illustrated survey book tells the history of Christian art, delving into the purpose behind the masterpieces and looking at the context in which they were created. The modern reader who feels detached from the meaning of the paintings will find help in understanding their emotional as well as their aesthetic power, and the Christian reader will be encouraged to appreciate the wonder and beauty of the Christian cultural legacy.

The Good, the Bad, and the Moral Dilemma examines how the quandary of the moment fits among the big moral issues. Drawing on a range of thinkers from the past, G. R. Evans explores the way practical questions of behavior have been approached through the centuries.

Michelle P. Brown is professor of medieval manuscript studies at the School of Advanced Study, University of London, and former curator of medieval and illuminated manuscripts at the British Library.

G. R. Evans lectures in history and moral theology in the University of Cambridge. Her books include Wyclif: Myth and Reality and Faith in the Medieval World. 978-0-8254-6250-4  •  224 pages $12.99 paperback  •  March 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

978-0-8254-7826-0  •  448 pages $49.95 hardcover  •  May 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

For more information, call Leslie at 800-733-2607 x245 • PO Box 2607, Grand Rapids, MI 49501 www.kregelpublications.com • kregelpublications.blogspot.com

The Big Questions by Jonathan Hill* Lion Hudson Jonathan Hill explores how Christian thinkers, selected philosophers, and other religious leaders have addressed key issues—the big questions—over the centuries. Considering the arguments for and against each position, Hill encourages readers to think through the issues themselves in this intriguing and expansive book. Jonathan Hill has a degree in philosophy and theology from Oxford University and an M.Phil. in theology also from Oxford. He is currently studying for a Ph.D. at the National University of Singapore. His books include History of Christian Thought, What Has Christianity Ever Done for Us? and The Zondervan Handbook to the History of Christianity. 978-0-8254-6257-3  •  240 pages $12.99 paperback  •  March 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

pastors, theology, & academia

Restoring Integrity in Baptist Churches edited by Jason G. Duesing, Thomas White, and Malcolm B. Yarnell III Kregel Academic & Professional Respected leaders point a way forward in the key debates within the Southern Baptist Convention, one of the largest denominations at more than 16 million members. Thomas White is vice president for student services and teaches theology at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of James Madison Pendleton and His Contributions to Baptist Ecclesiology. Jason G. Duesing is chief of staff in the office of the president at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He recently coedited First Freedom: The Baptist Perspective on Religious Liberty. Malcolm B. Yarnell III is associate professor of systematic theology at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of The Formation of Christian Doctrine. 978-0-8254-4113-4  •  272 pages $18.99 paperback  •  December 2007

To the Jew First

Preaching with Freshness

The Case for Jewish Evangelism in Scripture and History edited by Darrell L. Bock and Mitch Glaser Kregel Academic & Professional

(Preaching With Series) by Bruce Mawhinney Kregel Academic & Professional

Notable scholars contribute to this comprehensive look at the biblical mandate that Christians take the gospel “to the Jew first.” Darrell L. Bock is research professor of New Testament studies at Dallas Theological Seminary. A former president of the Evangelical Theological Society, he is the author of the best-seller Breaking the Da Vinci Code and numerous works in New Testament studies, including Jesus According to Scripture. Mitch Glaser is the president of Chosen People Ministries. Mitch and his wife, Zhava, are Jewish believers in Jesus and have each labored for more than twenty years in ministry among the Jewish people. Mitch holds a Ph.D. in intercultural studies. 978-0-8254-3658-1  •  352 pages $16.99 paperback  •  March 2008

(Foreword by Jay Adams) Because of the week-to-week, physical, and spiritual demands that pastors face, burnout can result and sermons and congregations can suffer. But, Pastor Bruce Mawhinney has an encouraging message—any pastor can be restored as an enthusiastic, vibrant, and powerful preacher. “If more books on preaching were as interesting as this, then perhaps we would have more interesting preachers.”—Howard Hendricks

100 Devotions for Pastors and Church Leaders, Vol. 2 Ideas and Inspiration for Your Sermons, Lessons, Church Events, Newsletters, and Web Sites by John Phillips* Kregel Academic & Professional Here pastors and church leaders will find ideal devotions for use as personal meditations or throughout one’s ministry, especially in preaching and teaching. 100 Devotions for Pastors and Church Leaders, Vol. 2, covers events, teachings, and characters from both the Old and New Testaments.

Bruce Mawhinney is senior pastor of New Covenant Fellowship in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. He received his M.Div. from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and his D.Min. from Westminster Theological Seminary.

John Phillips served as assistant director of the Moody Correspondence School as well as director of the Emmaus Correspondence School, one of the world’s largest Bible correspondence ministries. He also taught in the Moody Evening School and on the Moody Broadcasting radio network. Now retired, Dr. Phillips and his wife, Betty, live in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

978-0-8254-3449-5  •  264 pages $15.99 paperback  •  May 2008

978-0-8254-3388-7  •  216 pages $14.99 paperback  •  April 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

For more information, call Leslie at 800-733-2607 x245 • PO Box 2607, Grand Rapids, MI 49501 www.kregelpublications.com • kregelpublications.blogspot.com

pastors, theology, & academia

The Christian in an Age of Terror by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones*; edited by Michael Eaton Kregel Academic & Professional Previously unpublished, exceptionally relevant sermons from Lloyd-Jones, one of the twentieth century’s most influential preachers. D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones has been described as “a great pillar of the twentieth century evangelical church.” His spiritual leadership and reputation for “full-blooded gospel preaching” has left a legacy around the world that continues to this day. Dr. Michael Eaton is a recognized expert on Dr. Lloyd-Jones’s theology. He has degrees from the universities of London, Zambia, and South Africa. He has published numerous books, including works on the theology of Martyn LloydJones. Michael has been a member of Westminster Chapel, London, for many years and sat under the teaching of Lloyd-Jones as a teenager.

701 Sentence Sermons, Vol. 4 Attention-Getting Quotes for Church Signs, Bulletins, Newsletters, and Sermons by L. James Harvey Kregel Academic & Professional A new set of simple truths to be conveyed succinctly and quickly via the church marquee. L. James Harvey (M.A., Ph.D., Michigan State University) served as dean of students at Hope College (Holland, Michigan); president of Prince George’s Community College, member of the Board of Trustees of Western Seminary (Holland, Michigan) and Moravian Seminary (Bethlehem, Pennsylvania); and senior vice president and partner of McManis Associates, an international consulting firm in Washington, D.C. He is the author of several books and articles. 978-0-8254-2883-8  •  144 pages $10.99 paperback  •  December 2007

Tracking the Ark of the Covenant: By Camel, Foot, and Ancient Ford in Search of Antiquity’s Greatest Treasure by Charles Foster Monarch Books 978-0-8254-6152-1  •  256 pages $13.99 paperback  •  January 2008

The Archaeology of the Bible by James K. Hoffmeier Lion Hudson

978-0-8254-6199-6  •  192 pages $29.99 hardcover  •  January 2008

The Christians: An Illustrated History by Tim Dowley Lion Hudson 978-0-8254-6256-6  •  176 pages $24.99 hardcover  •  March 2008

CHILDREN

God Made Animals

God Made Food

(God Made . . . series) by Michael Vander Klipp Kregel Kidzone For ages up to 4

(God Made . . . series) by Michael Vander Klipp Kregel Kidzone For ages up to 4

978-0-8254-3911-7  •  14 pages $3.99 board book  •  June 2008

978-0-8254-3913-1  •  14 pages $3.99 board book  •  June 2008

God Made My Body

God Made the World

(God Made . . . series) by Michael Vander Klipp Kregel Kidzone For ages up to 4

(God Made . . . series) by Michael Vander Klipp Kregel Kidzone For ages up to 4

978-0-8254-3912-4  •  14 pages $3.99 board book  •  June 2008

978-0-8254-3914-8  •  14 pages $3.99 board book  •  June 2008

These charming board books for young readers teach toddlers about God’s creation through crisp photographs and simple sentences.

Michael Vander Klipp lives in Michigan where he has worked for several years at Zondervan Publishing and has taught at Cornerstone University as an adjunct professor of English. He is the author of Joy to the World, a children’s Christmas board book, and Don’t Feed the Lions: 40 Devotions for Teens.

978-0-8254-2979-8  •  288 pages $16.99 paperback  •  Available *Not available for broadcast interviews

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God Loves Us, Little One

Pilgrim’s Progress

Candle Prayers for Toddlers

Jesus and Me

by Allia Zobel Nolan; illustrated by Claudine Gevry* Kregel Kidzone For ages 3 to 5

The Game by Tim Dowley* Candle Books For ages 5 and up

(Candle Bible for Toddlers) by Juliet David* Candle Books For ages 3 and up

A curious little elephant is full of questions for his mother about God and his love for us. Along with the little elephant, children will learn that God loves each of them as well. Little listeners will delight in playing with the cloth-covered spring that runs throughout the book and captures the movement of an elephant’s trunk.

This exciting new board game lets players share the adventures and perils of Christian as he sets out on the journey of his life. Players can follow Christian’s story not only through the game, but also in the eighty-page storybook included to help children learn this John Bunyan classic.

(Candle Bible for Toddlers) by Juliet David*; illustrated by Helen Prole* Candle Books For ages 3 and up

Allia Zobel Nolan is the author of more than 125 books for children and adults, with more than 2.5 million copies in print. Recent titles include When God Tucks in the Day; Count Your Blessings; God’s Light, Shining Bright; My Giant Fold-out Book of Bible Stories; and The Worrywart’s Prayer Book. A former journalist and senior editor of religious books for Reader’s Digest Children’s Publishing, Zobel Nolan now pens original children’s and adult books for various publishers. She lives in Connecticut and Tipperary, Ireland, with her husband and their three cats.

Tim Dowley (Ph.D. in church history, University of Manchester) has been at the forefront of writing and editing resources on biblical studies and church history for a new generation of readers. 978-0-8254-7359-3  •  $24.99 Game February 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

Candle Prayers for Toddlers is the perfect way to introduce prayer to young children. Now toddlers have a book of prayers designed just for them, using simple text and bright illustrations. Juliet David has written many children’s stories and Bible activity books. Her other interests include painting, music, and travel to Israel and other Bible lands. This experienced author lives in London with her family. Helen Prole graduated from Manchester Polytechnic with a degree in Educational Media Design. After graduating, she was the in-house designer for Egmont Books in Manchester before becoming a freelance illustrator.

This simple story introduces Jesus to very young readers with straightforward text and bright, colorful illustrations. Jesus and Me tells children how Jesus was sad when people were unkind to him, how he was different, and how Jesus is their special friend and loves them very much. Juliet David has written many children’s stories and Bible activity books. Her other interests include painting, music, and travel to Israel and other Bible lands. This experienced author lives in London with her family. 978-0-8254-7363-0  •  32 pages $3.99 saddlestitch  •  March 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

978-0-8254-7201-5  •  128 pages $11.99 hardcover  •  April 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

978-0-8254-5543-8  •  12 pages $13.99 board book  •  December 2007

For more information, call Leslie at 800-733-2607 x245 • PO Box 2607, Grand Rapids, MI 49501 www.kregelpublications.com • kregelpublications.blogspot.com

CHILDREN

Living in Bible Times

Journeys Through Bible Lands

Creation Song

(Candle Discovery Series) by Tim Dowley* Candle Books For ages 7 and up

(Candle Discovery Series) by Tim Dowley* Candle Books For ages 7 and up

by Anna Scott-Brown*; illustrated by Elena Gomez* Lion Hudson For ages 6 to 8

An enthralling, interactive guide to the important buildings and places in Bible times—from Herod’s temple to the Great Pyramids.

In Journeys Through Bible Lands, children can discover important locations of the Bible in a multiformat exploration.

978-0-8254-7335-7  •  12 pages $13.99 hardcover  •  January 2008

978-0-8254-7334-0  •  12 pages $13.99 hardcover  •  January 2008

Complemented by stunning illustrations, Creation Song is a fresh, lyrical, and evocative presentation of the biblical creation story. This picture book will capture the imagination of children and adults alike, reminding them of the wonder and goodness of God’s creative genius.

Tim Dowley (Ph.D. in church history, University of Manchester) has been at the forefront of writing and editing resources on biblical studies and church history for a new generation of readers. *Not available for broadcast interviews

Anna Scott-Brown grew up in Nepal and went on to teach at Oxford University. Having worked as a radio reporter, she now writes, records, and produces a variety of radio programs with her husband.

Bible Animal Stencil Book by Tim Dowley Candle Books | For ages 3 and up 978-0-8254-7365-4  •  6 pages $11.99 board book  •  March 2008

The Lion Book of Best-Loved Prayers by Mary Joslin; illustrated by Angelo Ruta Lion Hudson | For ages 7 to 12 978-0-8254-6264-1  •  96 pages $16.99 hardcover  •  March 2008

The Lord’s Prayer and Ten Commandments: Bible Words to Know and Treasure by Lois Rock*; illustrated by Debbie Lush Lion Hudson | For ages 5 to 11 978-0-8254-6261-0  •  60 pages $5.99 hardcover  •  April 2008

The Story of Jesus by Andrea Skevington; illustrated by Angelo Ruta Lion Hudson | For ages 7 to 9 978-0-8254-6262-7  •  128 pages $16.99 hardcover  •  February 2008

Elena Gomez is an experienced illustrator with a love of texture and color, whose most recent book is A World of Prayers. 978-0-8254-6263-4  •  32 pages $12.99 hardcover  •  February 2008 *Not available for broadcast interviews

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