A New York Times Notable Book: A psychologist's "gripping and thought-provoking" look at how and why our brains sometimes fail us (Steven Pinker, author of How the Mind Works).In this intriguing study, Harvard psychologist Daniel L. Schacter explores the memory miscues that occur in everyday life, placing them into seven categories: absent-mindedness, transience, blocking, misattribution, suggestibility, bias, and persistence. Illustrating these concepts w...

The quintessential introduction to Jewish beliefs, practices and traditions by the rabbi and director of the New York Federation of Reform Synagogues.Rabbi Daniel L. Davis was a leader of Reform Judaism. His classic text, Understanding Judaism, has been widely used by Jews and non-Jews alike since it was first published in 1958. A popular volume for those attending conversion courses, if offers a fuller grasp of Jewish religion and culture.From bas...

From a linguist and anthropologist, "a fascinating argument" about culture, cognition, and the concept of human nature ( Choice).Is it in our nature to be altruistic, or evil, to make art, use tools, or create language? Is it in our nature to think in any particular way? For Daniel L. Everett, the answer is a resounding no: it isn't in our nature to do any of these things because human nature does not exist—at least not as we usually think of it. Flying in ...

The revised edition of A Theology for the Church retains its original structure, organized under these traditional theological categories: revelation, God, humanity, Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, the church, and last things.Each chapter within these sections contains answers to the following four questions: What does the Bible say? What has the church believed? How does it all fit together? How does this doctrine impact the church today?Contributions from lea...

"Soul Journeys provides a profound conversation between Shamanic practice and experiences of Christian prayer. We are guided by seasoned practitioners, with deep theological understanding. Ancient practices of Christian life are animated in fresh ways through this conversation. The energies of the earth, often neglected in Christian practice, are given voice through Shamanic understanding. We are encouraged to embrace the interior life through the prayer of the imagination of St. Ignatius ...

Choosing ten films that were considered "suspicious," "un-American," or even "dangerous" by the conservative media, and especially the infamous "House Un-American Affairs Committee" (HUAC) between 1947-1953, each chapter briefly outlines how progressive Christians should have supported the message of the film rather than condemned it. Each chapter explains why the film was considered controversial, and then proposes a number of arguments drawing heavily on Scripture, arguing that Christian...

Are You Going? The lives of many believers rarely escape the tight orbits that circle around their own schedules and interests. 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.Dr. Daniel Akin is calling today’s church members to a lifestyle of going w...

Exalting Jesus in 1 Peter is part of the Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary series. Edited by David Platt, Daniel L. Akin, and Tony Merida, this commentary series takes a Christ-centered approach to expositing each book of the Bible. Each chapter explains and applies key passages, providing helpful outlines for study and teaching.This practical and easy-to-read commentary is designed to help the reader see Christ in 1 Peter. More devotional than academic, the exposition...

"What if everything you thought you knew about George Floyd’s death was wrong?"In A Letter to Gianna, Daniel L Merrell challenges the prevailing narrative surrounding the tragic death of George Floyd. Through meticulous research and personal insight, Merrell reveals how systemic failures—not just the actions of a few police officers—led to Floyd’s untimely demise. From overlooked medical evidence to the role of carbon dioxide poisoning, this book uncovers the untold story behind th...

Exalting Jesus in 1 Corinthians is part of the Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary series. Edited by David Platt, Daniel L. Akin, and Tony Merida, this commentary series takes a Christ-centered approach to expositing each book of the Bible. Each chapter explains and applies key passages, providing helpful outlines for study and teaching.This practical and easy-to-read commentary is designed to help the reader see Christ in 1 Corinthians. More devotional than aca...

In a world ravaged by crises, this inspiring biography of Nicaraguan public health pioneer and peacemaker Gustavo Parajón encourages readers to courageously reach out to the world’s neediest people. From his family, Parajón inherited a deep Christian faith that made him a fearless example of how to navigate dangerous conflicts and public health crises.Gustavo described his mission as simply following the example of Jesus, but he did so in such a unique, tir...

Edited by David Platt, Daniel L. Akin, and Tony Merida, this new commentary series, projected to be 48 volumes, takes a Christ- centered approach to expositing each book of the Bible. Rather than a verse-by-verse approach, the authors have crafted chapters that explain and apply key passages in their assigned Bible books. Readers will learn to see Christ in all aspects of Scripture, and they will be encouraged by the devotional nature of each exposition. Projected contributors to the serie...