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Book Review: Anatomy of a Schism
By: Heather Ann Martinez | March 8, 2018
Anatomy of a Schism is unlike any other book about a church split. Most narratives of a split revolve around a theological or moral interpretation that becomes so difficult to walk together in that the only logical conclusion is to walk apart. What’s often lost in these narratives is the individual stories of people [...]
We Need to Read Books on Women in History
By: CBE International | March 5, 2018
It can feel like an especially difficult task to identify places where women shaped history. But it’s only difficult because we’re biased against women’s stories and accomplishments, preferring to study and celebrate the historical influence of men. In other words, it's not that women were absent from history; it's that we haven't [...]
Book Review: Worthy: Finding Yourself in a World Expecting Someone Else
By: Lori Buckle | February 27, 2018
In her book, Worthy: Finding Yourself in a World Expecting Someone Else, Melanie Springer Mock critiques the Christian culture which labels people and puts them into boxes. She then affirms God’s heart for every individual by emphasizing how much he loves them, regardless of what the world might think. She shares many experiences from [...]
Book Review: Mystics and Misfits
By: Linda Putnam | February 27, 2018
Mystics and Misfits contains encouragement to lean deeper into relationship with God, going beyond intellectual assent and rational belief, into profound transformation by his love.
8 Books to Pick Up During (and After) Black History Month
By: CBE International | February 21, 2018
If we are serious about widening our historical narrative, addressing racial bias, and celebrating the history of African Americans in the US, our reading lists should reflect that commitment. So if you’re looking for a place to start, here are 8 books that Christians can pick up after Black History Month.
A Review of Commentaries on The Song of Songs
By: Christine Marchetti | January 31, 2018
The Song of Songs stands alone among the books of the Jewish and Christian canons as an unabashed exploration of sensual human love.
Book Review: The Rise and Fall of the Complementarian Doctrine of the Trinity
By: Denise Cooper-Clarke | January 31, 2018
I found this five-chapter account of a recent theological dispute absolutely riveting, even though I already knew how it would end! It is an extraordinary story, told by a major player in the drama.
Book Review: Not Alone: 11 Inspiring Stories of Courageous Widows from the Bible
By: Donna Clawson | January 24, 2018
This book is about widows, but some of the widows chosen are better known as mothers or because of their remarriages. It is written for widows, and for women in crisis. It quietly and simply speaks words of comfort, encouragement, and practical advice. This book is useful for more than widows. Many of the issues [...]
Book Review: Shalom Sistas: Living Wholeheartedly in a Brokenhearted World
By: Amy F. Davis Abdallah | January 3, 2018
Overall, Shalom Sistas is a fun read. It’s not too heavy on theology, but not without it. It’s primarily story-based, but also teaches the reader the peacemaking way of life. It’s humorous, but the reader will sometimes find herself crying. At the end of the day, it’s worth taking the time [...]
Book Review: Rwandan Women Rising
By: Kate Netzler Burch | January 2, 2018
In 1994, 10 percent of Rwanda’s population was slaughtered in a mass genocide over a period of 100 days. In the aftermath, Rwandans struggled to secure food and water, find loved ones, and rebuild a sense of security. Into this chaos stepped the women of Rwanda, who defied tradition to take on leadership roles and recovery efforts [...]