Our world is growing increasingly complex and confused—a unique and urgent context that calls for a grounded and fresh approach to Christian higher education.Christian higher education involves a distinctive way of thinking about teaching, learning, scholarship, curriculum, student life, administration, and governance that is rooted in the historic Christian faith.In this volume, twenty-nine experts from a variety of fields, including theology, the humanities, science, math...

Jesus is Lord over everything. So his lordship should shape every aspect of life. But what impact does faith really have on our day-to-day existence? And how should we, as Christians, interact with the culture?In Every Square Inch, Bruce Ashford skillfully navigates such questions. Drawing on sources like Abraham Kuyper, C. S. Lewis, and Francis Schaeffer, he shows how our faith is relevant to all dimensions of culture.The gospel informs everything we do. We cannot...

Christianity Today Book AwardECPA Top Shelf Book Cover AwardApart from the doctrine of God, no doctrine is as comprehensive as that of creation. It is woven throughout the entire fabric of Christian theology. It goes to the deepest roots of reality and leaves no area of life untouched. Across the centuries, however, the doctrine of creation has often been eclipsed or threatened by various forms of gnosticism. Yet if Christians are t...

This accessible overview shows how the Bible--with its 66 books, dozens of authors, and multiple genres--comes together to provide an overarching story about God the King and explains how the Christian gospel and mission address the totality of human life.Written by a biblical scholar and a theologian, The Gospel of Our King shows how any account of gospel and mission can only be understood in light of the whole biblical testimony. The authors help us understand the Bible'...

In "The Hudson," Wallace Bruce crafts a lyrical exploration of the New York region's most iconic river, weaving together vivid descriptions, historical anecdotes, and personal reflections. This work serves as both a celebration and an elegy, encapsulating the river's majestic beauty alongside the evolving relationship between nature and industry during the late 19th century. Bruce employs a romantic literary style, infused with poetic imagery and rich symbolism, positioning the Hudson not ...

What does it mean to be an American Christian? In Letters to an American Christian, Bruce Riley Ashford, author of One Nation Under God, addresses overarching issues of the relationship of Christianity and politics, speaks to the way historic Christian belief informs specific hot-button political issues, and challenges readers to take seriously both our heavenly and earthly citizenships. Written as a series of letters to "Christian"—a young college student who is a new believer—Letters to ...

Are You Going? The lives of many believers rarely escape the tight orbits that circle around their own schedules, their own interests. The familiar gravity of familiar places. But the trajectory of our faith should be one that’s continually cycling outward, fueled by a mission and message that God first brought within reach of us . . . so that we can now join with Him in taking it within reach of others. Authors Daniel L. Akin and Bruce Riley Ashford are calling today’s church members to l...

In Maurice Maeterlinck's enchanting play, "The Blue Bird," readers are drawn into a whimsical yet profound exploration of happiness and the human spirit. Written in a symbolist style, the narrative follows Tyltyl and Mytyl, two children on a quest to find the eponymous Blue Bird, a symbol of bliss. Through vivid imagery and allegorical characters, Maeterlinck constructs a rich tapestry of dreams and spiritual awakening, urging the audience to contemplate the essence of true contentment ami...

The 'David Blaize Collection' by E. F. Benson presents a captivating blend of fantasy and realism, weaving together the formative years of a young boy, David Blaize, as he navigates a world imbued with personal and magical discovery. Benson's prose is rich and evocative, capturing the essence of childhood wonder while also exploring themes of identity, friendship, and the transition into adulthood. The collection reflects a nuanced understanding of Edwardian society, deftly maneuvering bet...

General surgery is the common ancestor of all surgical specialties. Within general surgery, many subspecialty areas of practice have evolved. This book is the first manual recognizing the growing role General Surgeons play in Head & Neck Surgery. From benign to malignant conditions and form ablative to reconstructive challenges, the renowned comprehensive capability of the General Surgeon is well suited to demands of this discipline.Each chapter details relevant anatomical consider...

Imani Mercer does not have time for distractions.She has a six-year-old son who trusts maps more than promises, a rent increase she cannot ignore, and one final interview at Northline Civic that could change everything.Griffin Halden is the billionaire CEO who built his empire on control. Clean calendars. Clean decisions. No room for mistakes.Then Imani walks into his glass tower and sees the problem everyone else missed.She is brilliant, guarded, and imposs...

The 'David Blaze Trilogy' by E. F. Benson weaves an intricate narrative that explores themes of identity, social class, and the supernatural within a richly imagined world. Comprising three novels, the trilogy introduces readers to David Blaze, a young protagonist whose adventures oscillate between the mundane and the extraordinary. Benson's literary style is marked by fluid prose and vivid characterizations, brilliantly reflecting the early 20th-century English milieu while employing elem...