The Parables of Dr. Seuss
by Robert L. Short, Westminster John Knox Press, 2008. Looks at spirituality
in the stories of children's book author Theodore "Dr. Seuss" Geisel.
The Presbyterian Handbook for Pastors Geneva Press, 2008. With humor and fun facts mixed with historical and theological information, the Handbook provides suggestions for pastors in everything from 'How to Know if You're Called to Be A Pastor" to "How to Get Out of a Traffic Ticket" The Power of God the gods of Power by Daniel L. Migliore, Westminster John Knox Press, 2008 Explores how different God's power is from the powers that surround us. Begins by demonstrating the ways the triune God's power is at work in the world, providing meaning and form to the Christian life and concludes by looking at the power of God in the witness of both Christianity and Islam. Each chapter ends with discussion questions. A New Church for A New World by John M. Buchanan, Geneva Press, 2008. Reviews the history of the Christian community, examines the realities of the church worldwide, and looks forward to where a new church may be needed to meet the challenges of a new world. Part of the Foundations of Christian Faith series. Fifty Prayers by Karl Barth, Westminster John Knox Press, 2008. Barth's prayers translated for an English-speaking audience offer a fresh perspective on how the great Swiss theologian understood this central practice of Christian life. Organized according to the liturgical year. Praying with the Bible edited by Philip Law, Westminster John Knox Press, 2008. Prayers from the Bible using six different translations. Organized around themes such as adoration, confession, thanksgiving, petition, intercession and contemplation. The Psalms for Today by Beth LaNeel Tanner, Westminster John Knox Press, 2008. Explores the meaning of the psalms when they were written and the different ways they continue to comfort and challenge believers today. Ideal for personal and group study, with discussion questions at the end of each chapter. Acts for Everyone by N.T. Wright, Westminster John Knox Press, 2008. With a very accessible style, Wright helps us approach the rich and many-sided story of the book of Acts. Barclay’s Guide to the New Testament by William Barclay, Westminster John Knox Press, 2008. An engaging book by book introduction to the essential purpose and message of each New Testament writing. 
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