"Matthew Sleeth is a significant convert in the growing company of Christians who bring intelligence, passion, a biblically trained imagination, and mature Christian witness to the care of creation."— Eugene Peterson, Author of Living the Message"Matthew Sleeth is a breath of fresh air. In The Gospel According to the Earth, he retells the Bible's most familiar stories in ways that will stimulate your imagination, soften your heart, and challenge you to thin...

"A much-needed manual for all who attempt to counsel troubled souls battling despair."—Bob Russell, Retired Senior Pastor, Southeast Christian ChurchEvery single day, someone you know is thinking about committing suicide. It isn't just one or two— ten million Americans will consider killing themselves in the upcoming year. Dr. Matthew Sleeth believes Christians—and our churches—should be the first to offer hope. Are we prepared to do so?

This groundbreaking walk through Scripture by former physician and carpenter Dr. Matthew Sleeth makes the convincing case that trees reveal more about God and faith than you ever imagined.“Christians looking to reconnect to the natural world will relish Sleeth’s passionate call to Christian stewardship of the Earth.”—Publishers WeeklyFifteen years ago, Matthew Sleeth believed that science and logic held the answers to everything. B...

“Remember the Sabbath and keep it holy.”Sounds nice, but how do we find rest in a 24/7 world? Just as the Hebrews were slaves in Egypt, we have become slaves to technology. Our technological tools allow 24-hour productivity and connectivity, give us more control, and subtlety enslave us to busyness itself. Sabbath is about restraint, about intentionally not doing everything all the time just because we can. Setting aside a day of rest helps us reconnect with our Cre...

Christianity Today 2019 Book Award Winner (Spiritual Formation) and Award of Merit for CT**'s Beautiful Orthodoxy Book of the Year**Outreach 2019****Recommended Resource of the Year (Spiritual Growth)We live in a 24/7 culture of endless productivity, workaholism, distraction, burnout, and anxiety--a way of life to which we've sadly grown accustomed. This tired syst...

J. Matthew Sleeth was living the American dream as a medical chief of staff---until the increasing number of chronic illnesses he was witnessing gave him a new environmental awareness. In this book, Sleeth shares his family's journey to simplicity, stronger relationships, and richer spiritual lives, and relates a prescription for sustainable living.

Just as the Hebrews were slaves in Egypt, we have become slaves to technology. Our technological tools allow twenty-four-hour productivity and connectivity, give us more control, and subtly enslave us to busyness itself. The Sabbath is about restraint, about intentionally not doing everything all the time just because we can. Setting aside a day of rest helps us reconnect with our Creator and find the peace of God that passes all understanding. The Sabbath is about letting go of the contro...

“A much-needed manual for all who attempt to counsel troubled souls battling despair.”―Bob Russell, Retired Senior Pastor, Southeast Christian ChurchEvery single day, someone you know is thinking about committing suicide. It isn’t just one or two―ten million Americans will consider killing themselves in the upcoming year. Dr. Matthew Sleeth believes Christians―and our churches―should be the first to offer hope. Are we prepared to do so?As a physician...

This groundbreaking walk through Scripture by former physician and carpenter Dr. Matthew Sleeth makes the convincing case that trees reveal more about God and faith than you ever imagined.“Christians looking to reconnect to the natural world will relish Sleeth’s passionate call to Christian stewardship of the Earth.”—Publishers WeeklyFifteen years ago, Matthew Sleeth believed that science and logic held the answers to everything. B...

Not long ago, J. Matthew Sleeth had a fantastic life and a great job as chief of the medical staff at a large hospital. He was living the American dream—until he saw an increasing number of his patients suffering from cancer, asthma, and other chronic diseases. He began to suspect that the Earth and its inhabitants were in deep trouble. Turning to Jesus for guidance, Sleeth discovered how the scriptural lessons of personal responsibility, simplicity, and stewardship could be applied to mod...

“Incredibly rich with wisdom and insight that will leave the reader, whether single or married, feeling uplifted.” —The Washington TimesBased on the acclaimed sermon series by New York Times bestselling author Timothy Keller, this book shows everyone—Christians, skeptics, singles, longtime married couples, and those about to be engaged—the vision of what marriage should be according to the Bible.Modern culture would have you believe that e...

"The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien is a timeless fantasy adventure that follows the journey of Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit who is swept away from his comfortable life in the Shire into an epic quest.As Bilbo embarks on an unexpected adventure with a group of dwarves led by the legendary warrior Thorin Oakenshield, he encounters trolls, goblins, elves, and dragons, each more perilous than the last. Along the way, Bilbo discovers courage and resourcefulness he never knew he possessed, facing ...