Coffeehouse Theology explores where our beliefs come from as we read scripture at a particular time and place in history. It will help the reader understand, shape, and live out practical Christian theology in today’s context. Beginning with the relationship of cultural context and theology, Coffeehouse Theology roots theology in the church’s mission to be the presence of God’s Kingdom. Far from dividing the church, contextually aware theology unites the church in a dynamic dialogue about ...

This companion study guide to Coffeehouse Theology will help you explore ways to live out your theology in daily life. Each session will help you reflect on the main points of Coffeehouse Theology while also guiding readers through some of theology’s contextual, biblical, historic, and global aspects.About Coffeehouse Theology:"Freelance theologian Cyzewski... urges readers to explore theology while reassuring them that they don't have to become postmodern...

Readers of the Bible rarely, if ever, turn to the book of Revelation for comfort or assurance in hard times. In fact, many popular interpretations of Revelation today focus on predicting a terrifying future that leaves many unsettled and disconnected from John's original message to the seven churches, many of whom were suffering persecution under the Roman Empire. Revelation encouraged its original readers to persevere as they waited for God to eradicate evil, restore justice, and redeem t...

How do you balance the calling to a career and the calling to fatherhood?How do you face a life change that you feel completely inadequate and unprepared for?In Ed Cyzewski's case, he wrote about it--a lot.The only thing author Ed Cyzewski feared more than an editor's rejection email was parenthood. After struggling to establish himself as a full time writer in his 20's, he began his 30's with more questions about his career, more a...

Are you interested in publishing a book, but unsure about your next step? Ed Cyzewski has been there, and he wrote this book for you. After publishing his first nonfiction book Ed Cyzewski's inbox was flooded with publishing questions from friends, family, and complete strangers. As his replies grew longer and the questions continued, he wrote A Path to Publishing in order to share his lessons about the publishing process with new writers.A Path to Publishing is a big-picture, step...

What enables some to survive as Christians when so many others falter? Without resorting to empty answers, clichés, relativism, or smug certainty, A Christian Survival Guide provides an accessible and safe place to deal with issues that can give Christians sleepless nights. By focusing on spiritual practices, discussing solutions to faith struggles, and offering perspectives from multiple Christian traditions, this survival guide moves readers into a thriving relationship with God, even if...

What if prayer could be simple rather than strenuous?Anxious, results-driven Christians can never pray enough, serve enough, or study enough. But what if God is calling us not to frenzied activity but to a simple spiritual encounter? What if we must merely receive what God has already given us?In Flee, Be Silent, Pray, writer and contemplative retreat leader Ed Cyzewski guides readers out of the anxiety factory of contemporary Christianity and toward a God whose lo...

Protect your time. Prioritize relationships. Restore your spirit.Technology teaches us to crave the hum and buzz of activity and the dopamine hit of notifications. Yet social media and technology have shortened our attention spans, disrupted our connections with others, and even muddled our spirituality.In Reconnect, contemplative author and retreat leader Ed Cyzewski investigates the crisis of attention that is leading to mental health challenges ...

Hazardous is a call to become disciples of Jesus instead of just spectators, to listen to and obey God, even when He leads us down a difficult and dangerous path. Tired of trying to live a “safe” faith? Learn to become a “sheep among wolves”—a Hazardous disciple.

Start your day off right—every day of the year with Daily Wisdom for Men—and experience the encouragement of God’s Word. These inspiring devotionals were written specifically for a man’s heart and mind. Each reading includes a relevant scripture to compliment the devotional and will give you the assurance needed to walk in biblical wisdom each day.

Creativity is a gift everyone has been given to share, but doubt, discouragement, and distractions hinder the ability of many to pursue their creative passions. Creating Space advocates for the creative gifts in every person, arguing that...- Creativity is not a mistake.- Creativity can be developed.- Creativity is a vitally important gift for others.This brief manifesto on creativity is for everyone. Whether you doodle, sing in the shower, knit scarves, or sc...

Most Christians can recite John 3:16: "God so loved the world..." but many doubt that God truly loves them. We all think of caveats for God's love, struggle to pray, or fail to experience God's acceptance. Doubting God's love deprives us of what God freely gives: adoption into God's family.I wrote this book for myself. I run away from God’s love. It’s something I’m ashamed of and something that I needed to understand. I needed to crack my defenses and blinders. I hope that my fello...