There is a myth that living in God’s will guarantees a life with no wrecks. This book pushes hard against that myth. Some try to deny it or draw attention away from it, but we all have some part of our li...

Donald Miller’s writing is gold. His somber reflections on life touch something deep within you, making you want to be a better person. If you enjoyed Blue Like Jazz, you’ll enjoy Jazz Notes. This e...

In Young’s sleeper hit novel, God sets aside a weekend to lead Mack, a man overwhelmed by a family tragedy, into a more trusting relationship with Herself. Yes, Herself. All three persons of the Trinity t...

Everyone knows the right answer to the question, “Would you die for your faith?” If you want to start a good conversation, try the question James David Jordan poses in his novel Forsaken: “Wou...

Matlock’s sixth book in his Wisdom series for teenagers reflects the same careful attention to Scripture and practical advice that characterize his other books, but it may be one of his most important. It...

As a comic book fan, I was excited and puzzled to see a graphic novel featuring one of my favorite bands, P.O.D. I guess my review begins with, “Why?” Why does P.O.D have super powers? Why is the my...

Fields does a nice job of encouraging Christians at any age who struggle with the monotony of a daily quiet time and the guilt that can come if we do not have one every single day.Fields reminds us that living ...

On the night of a full moon, I shared dinner with seven girls (from Christian and Jewish to non-religious) to learn why they love “Twilight,” the vampire romance series by Stephenie Meyer.Edward, Me...

My Future and My Changes, the two latest books in the Middle School Survival Series, inform middle school students about (you guessed it) changes and the future. Some “tweens” may or may not already...

For kids who can’t keep earbuds out of their ears, try giving them Word of Promise Youth Edition. The simplified translation and dramatic readings (by famous young people) hopefully will spark interest in...