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Some challenging, but not too heavy reading for
Christmas
From Peter
at Ridley College Bookroom
- Miroslav Volf, has, until this book, been a bit
beyond the average reader. Free of Charge (2005,
RRP $19.95, 247pp) has a foreword from Rowan Williams,
and recent high praise from NT Wright. What more can we
say? Volf draws from popular culture as well as from a
wealth of literary and theological sources. Blending the
best of theology and spirituality, he encourages us to
echo in our own lives God's generous giving and
forgiving.
- For many Christians, the best portion of our waking
hours are spent at work. But how do we integrate daily
work into our walk of faith? In God on Monday
(2005, RRP $19.80, 179pp) Benny Tabalujan draws on more
than two decades of experience as a lawyer, educator and
consultant to reflect on critical issues including the
purpose of work, how to manage the demands of work,
family and church, evangelism at work, and how career
ambitions fit with our faith. Read Chapter
3 of this book, 'Sabbath in the City', online.
- John Smith was an average 1960s Australian minister's
kid - somber suit, neatly trimmed haircut and unwavering
conservative attitudes. But events drastically reshaped
his life. On the Side of the Angels (2006, RRP
$19.95, 317pp) published in 1987, is now revised, with a
reflection 'Twenty years on'.
- Dr Grace Warren has brought hope and healing to
thousands worldwide, saving feet and transforming the
lives of those with diabetes and leprosy by her inventive
surgical skills. Doctor Number 49 (2006, RRP $30,
319 pages) is a stirring record of a totally committed
Christian doctor and her work with The Leprosy Mission.
- Unseen Footprints (2005, RRP $20, 174pp) , the
2006 ACLS Book of the Year, takes on a journey through
movies, conversations, natural wonders to discover God's
presence in our lives. Sheridan Voysey's delightfully
'packaged' book, is a suitable gift for the thinking
non-Christian.
- God 360° (2006, RRP $19.95, 254 pp) is a
gutsy little devotional book for 120 days. Connection
between God's word and God's world; intentional
experiences that will stimulate you to act out in your
life the challenges from the Bible. Covers
Colossians, Ecclesiastes, and Luke,
as well as individual scripture passages. Each double
page has room for some notes. Andy Flanagan, the author,
is British YFC's national songwriter, performer and
worship leader.
- Lauren Winner's first book, Girl meets God
(2002, RRP $15, 303pp) is a mixture of biography and
spiritual journey. This new young author has travelled a
fascinating path to Christian faith. She reflects with
humour about her Jewish heritage, and the book is full of
her quotable insights.
Great gift books for children
- Heroes Who Changed the World tells the
stories of ten people from Augustine through to Mother
Teresa. Every page is alive with photographs, maps and
illustrations. It will appeal to children of ten and up.
A valuable resource for your home, or school, or church
library. RRP $20 480 pp hb
- My Very First Bedtime Book is a bright and
lively book for 3s - 6s. It has large print so that new
readers can follow along. Ten warm and happy stories of
everyday adventures that every child will recognise. Only
RRP $15 hb 128 pp.
- The Lion Storyteller Christmas is a book for
reading out loud to 6-9 year olds. It has 38 illustrated
stories; stories from the Bible; stories about Christmas
traditions, and Christmas tales and legends. The author,
Bob Hartman, is a professional storyteller. Only RRP
$13.95 hb 116 pp.
All books should be available from your local
bookshop.
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