New book: Ryken's Bible Handbook by Leland Ryken

Ryken's Bible Handbook: A guide to reading and studying the Bible by Leland Ryken, Philip Ryken and James Wilhoit - This book gives students of the Bible a quick overview of every book in the Bible. Leland Ryken's distinctive trait is a literary approach to the Bible―understanding the Bible as literature. The three authors help shed light on understanding the Bible as the inspired Word of God and as literature by looking at the Bible's different literary genres: poetry, narrative, wisdom literature, story, parables, and more.

Book information:

Title: Ryken's Bible Handbook: A guide to reading and studying the Bible

Authors: Leland Ryken, Philip Ryken and James Wilhoit

Call number: 105 RYK

New book: 75 Masterpieces Every Christian Should Know by Terry Glaspey

75 Masterpieces Every Christian Should Know: The Fascinating Stories Behind Great Works of Art, Literature, Music, and Film by Terry Glaspey - Some of the greatest painters, musicians, architects, writers, filmmakers, and poets have taken their inspiration from their faith and impacted millions of people with their stunning creations. Now readers can discover the stories behind seventy-five of these masterpieces and the artists who created them. From the art of the Roman catacombs to Rembrandt to Makoto Fujimura; from Gregorian Chant to Bach to U2; from John Bunyan and John Donne to Flannery O'Connor and Frederick Buechner; this book unveils the rich and varied artistic heritage left by believers who were masters at their craft.

Author and historian Terry Glaspey shares the absorbing true stories behind these masterpieces and helps readers see the fascinating details they might have missed. By looking through the eyes of these creative artists, readers will gain deeper perspectives about the human condition, the Christian story, and their own spiritual lives.

Book information:

Title: 75 Masterpieces Every Christian Should Know: The Fascinating Stories Behind Great Works of Art, Literature, Music, and Film

Author: Terry Glaspey

Call number: 241 GLA

New book: The Story of Christianity Volume 2 by Justo Gonzalez

The Story of Christianity Volume 2: The Reformation to the Present Day by Justo L Gonzalez - Beginning with the Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century, this fully revised and updated second volume of The Story of Christianity continues the marvelous history of the world's largest religion. Award-winning historian Justo Gonzalez bring to life the people, dramatic events, and theological debates that have shaped Protestantism, Catholicism, and Orthodoxy. From the monk Martin Luther, who dared to stand up to a corrupt pope, to the surprising spread and growing vitality of today's church in Africa, Asia, and South America, The Story of Christianity offers a complete and up-to-date retelling of this amazing history.

With new information on the important contributions of women to church history as well as the latest information on Christianity in developing countries, Gonzalez's richly textured study discusses the changes and directions of the church up to the twenty-first century. The Story of Christianity covers such recent occurrences as the fall of the Soviet Union and the return of the Russian Orthodox Church; feminist, Africa-American, and Third-World theologies; the scandals and controversies facing the reign of Pope Benedict XVI; interfaith dialogue; and the movement toward unity of all Christian churches. This revised and updated edition of The Story of Christianity concludes with a thoughtful look at the major issues and debates facing Christianity today.

Book information:

Title: The Story of Christianity Volume 2: The Reformation to the Present Day

Author: Justo L Gonzalez

Call number: 260 GON

New book: The Story of Christianity Volume 1 by Justo Gonzalez

The Story of Christianity Volume 1: The Early Church to the Dawn of the Reformation by Justo L Gonzalez - In The Story of Christianity: Volume 1, Justo L. González presents a narrative history of Christianity, from the Early Church to the Dawn of the Protestant Reformation. From Jesus’ faithful apostles to the early reformist John Wycliffe, González skillfully traces core theological issues and developments within the various traditions of the church, including major events outside of Europe, such as the Spanish and Portuguese conquest of the New World. This updated and expanded edition incorporates recent archaeological discoveries about the life of Early Christian Communities, as well as important contemporary research revealing the significant role of women throughout the history of the church. With lively storytelling, The Story of Christianity provides a fascinating and panoramic history of the dramatic events, colorful characters, and revolutionary ideas that shaped the first fifteen centuries of the church.

Book information:

Title: The Story of Christianity Volume 1: The Early Church to the Dawn of the Reformation

Author: Justo L Gonzalez

Call number: 260 GON

New book: Big Book of Questions & Answers about Jesus by Sinclair Ferguson

Big Book of Questions & Answers about Jesus by Sinclair Ferguson - Following on from the success of the original Big Book of Questions and Answers, this book tackles the many questions that children have about Jesus, including:

• What was special about Jesus?
• Why did Jesus heal sick people?
• Why did Jesus have to die?
• How can I give my life to Jesus?

An answer is given for each question, accompanied by a page of reading and a memory verse. To help the children take the message on board there are activities and suggestions for discussion. Prayers are also given to encourage them to bring every aspect of life to their Heavenly Father.

An invaluable tool for introducing children to Jesus and helping them to get to know Him better, in an enjoyable and interactive way.

Book information:

Title: Big Book of Questions & Answers about Jesus

Author: Sinclair Ferguson

Call number: 249.1 FER

New book: Sing! by Keith Getty and Kristyn Getty

Sing! How Worship Transforms Your Life, Family, and Church by Keith Getty and Kristyn Getty - Sing! has grown from Keith and Kristyn Getty’s passion for congregational singing; it’s been formed by their traveling and playing and listening and discussing and learning and teaching all over the world. And in writing it, they have five key aims: 

• to discover why we sing and the overwhelming joy and holy privilege that comes with singing
• to consider how singing impacts our hearts and minds and all of our lives
• to cultivate a culture of family singing in our daily home life
• to equip our churches for wholeheartedly singing to the Lord and one another as an expression of unity
• to inspire us to see congregational singing as a radical witness to the world

They have also added a few “bonus tracks” at the end with some more practical suggestions for different groups who are more deeply involved with church singing.

God intends for this compelling vision of His people singing—a people joyfully joining together in song with brothers and sisters around the world and around his heavenly throne—to include you. He wants you, he wants us, to sing.

Book information:

Title: Sing! How Worship Transforms Your Life, Family, and Church

Authors: Keith Getty and Kristyn Getty

Call number: 242 GET

New children's book - Tell Me about the Bible by Stephen Elkins

Tell Me about the Bible by Stephen Elkins - Train 'Em Up is an interactive, fun-filled, and affordable series that uses a train locomotive theme for teaching kids core Christian beliefs and principles. In Tell Me about the Bible, a friendly train conductor, Mr. Steve, teaches kids what the Bible is all about, why we should read it, and why it is the most important book ever written. Through bold graphics and interactive songs and stories, Train 'Em Up makes it easy for parents and teachers to explain what the Bible is all about in a way that helps with attention, memorization, and recall while building a solid faith foundation. Each book in the series includes a CD with sing-along songs and narrated stories with sound effects, plus a colorful sticker sheet!

Book information:

Title: Tell Me about the Bible

Author: Stephen Elkins

Call number: 920 ELK

New book: The Case For A Creator (Student Edition) by Lee Strobel and Jane Vogel

The Case For A Creator (Student Edition) by Lee Strobel and Jane Vogel - Has Science Discovered God?

When Lee Strobel was a high school freshman, science convinced him that God didn’t exist. Since then, however, incredible scientific discoveries have not only helped restore Lee’s faith, but have strengthened it.

Lee is not alone. More and more scientists, confronted with startling, cutting-edge evidence from many areas of research, no longer believe the universe just “happened” or that life arose by mere chance. Behind a universe of staggering complexity, they are seeing signs of a Master Designer.

Are your science textbooks still telling you the same “facts” that Lee’s did years ago? Prepare to be astonished by what some of today’s most respected experts have to say about:

• The birth of the universe
• Darwinism and the origin of life
• The astounding fine-tuning of the cosmos
• Amazing molecular machines and DNA research

Weigh the evidence for yourself. Then consider this question: Could it be that the universe looks designed … because it is?

Book information:

Title: The Case For A Creator (Student Edition)

Author: Lee Strobel and Jane Vogel

Call number: 137 STR

New book: Case for Christ for Kids by Lee Strobel

Case for Christ for Kids by Lee Strobel - You meet skeptics every day. They ask questions like:Was Jesus really born in a stable? Did his friends tell the truth? Did he really come back from the dead? Here’s a book written in kid-friendly language that gives you all the answers. Packed full of well-researched, reliable, and eye-opening investigations of some of the biggest questions you have, Case for Christ for Kids brings Christ to life by addressing the existence, miracles, ministry, and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth.

Book information:
Title: Case for Christ for Kids
Author: Lee Strobel
Call number: 960 STR

New book: Case for a Creator for Kids by Lee Strobel

Case for a Creator for Kids by Lee Strobel - You meet skeptics every day. They ask questions like:

Are your science teachers wrong?

Did God create the universe?

Is the Big Bang theory true?

Here’s a book written in kid-friendly language that gives you all the answers.

Packed full of well-researched, reliable, and eye-opening investigations of some of the biggest questions, Case for a Creator for Kids uses up-to-date scientific research to strengthen your faith in God’s creation.

Book information:
Title: Case for a Creator for Kids
Author: Lee Strobel
Call number: 960 STR