Wesley Ellis exposes the harmful impact of developmental psychology in youth ministry, proposing a theological anthropology that frees us for deeper relationship with young people. Propelled by the conviction that we must see youth as beings rather than becomings, Ellis reorients us toward relational inclusion and away from rigid developmentalism.
Understanding the gospel as emancipation has been central to Walter Brueggemann's biblical interpretation. This book illustrates the theme's centrality, addressing the emancipation of God from our attempts to control, the emancipation of the church to be the people of an emancipated God, and the emancipation of the gospel to be a cultural ......
Shattering the Illusion of the Good Christian Wife
The Woman They Wanted recounts the remarkable story of Shannon Harris courtship with Joshua Harris (author of I Kissed Dating Goodbye), her grappling with conservative Christianitys patriarchy and narrow definition of womanhood, and her journey to break free and reclaim a more authentic version of herself.
Kiki has watched her mama practice karate for a long time, and now she wants to learn too. She wants to become strong and steady like a mountain. The bullies at school are strong for the wrong reasons. They make Kiki feel small. But today at her first karate lesson, everything changes.
Violet and her friends in the Infinity Rainbow Club are helping set up the new augmented reality exhibit at the natural history museum. But Violet's OCD means she's constantly checking the exhibit for errors. Can Violet find a way to relax and enjoy what she has helped create?
What if our dreams could offer spiritual insight for personal growth and social transformation? Leading dream expert Kelly Bulkeley brings us time-honored methods to stimulate our innate dreaming capacity, including the latest research on dreaming and strategies from seasoned, vivid dreamers.
Rediscovering Faith After Being Burned by Religion
Psychotherapist Matthias Roberts speaks with empathy and compassion to people who have left their faith community after experiencing trauma, hypocrisy, or resistance to change. Blending personal stories, new interpretations of Christian parables, and research on religious trauma, Roberts guides "holy runaways" toward new and loving spiritual ......
This vibrant, empowering picture book from acclaimed author and screenwriter Ashok Banker is a triumphant anthem for brown girls everywhere, singing their praises and proclaiming their legacy as heroes, changemakers, and world-shakers.
