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Book Cover for: Tongues of Fire: A Systematic Theology of the Christian Faith, Frank D. Macchia

Tongues of Fire: A Systematic Theology of the Christian Faith

Frank D. Macchia
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In this episode of the Influence Podcast, Frank Macchia talks with @GeorgePWood about key themes in his new books, ‘Tongues of Fire’ (@WipfAndStock) and ‘Introduction to Theology’ (@BakerAcademic). https://t.co/b7WDZoB3k7

Paperback, 2023

$52.00Member price:$27.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book(max discount $25)
Book Cover for: The Story of Abortion in America: A Street-Level History, 1652-2022, Marvin Olasky

The Story of Abortion in America: A Street-Level History, 1652-2022

Marvin Olasky
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In this review, @GeorgePWood recommends 'The Story of Abortion in America' (@Crossway) by @MarvinOlasky and @LeahSavas. "Understanding the history of abortion in America offers valuable insights about what steps should be taken next." https://t.co/bHMItnq0v0

Hardcover, 2023

$39.99Member price:$20.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Bully Pulpit: Confronting the Problem of Spiritual Abuse in the Church, Michael J. Kruger

Bully Pulpit: Confronting the Problem of Spiritual Abuse in the Church

Michael J. Kruger
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"A church’s system is supposed to produce healthy sheep in Christ’s flock, not lambs sacrificed to a pastor’s ego," writes @georgepwood in his review of @michaeljkruger's new book, 'Bully Pulpit' (@Zondervan). This book shows how that can be done. https://t.co/Gfqi0MXyca

Hardcover, 2022

$25.99Member price:$12.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Low Anthropology: The Unlikely Key to a Gracious View of Others (and Yourself), David Zahl

Low Anthropology: The Unlikely Key to a Gracious View of Others (and Yourself)

David Zahl
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"I am convinced that if you want to see an increase in hope, understanding, and unity amid the engulfing mercilessness of today ... you must begin with a low anthropology," writes David Zahl. George P. Wood interviews him this Influence Podcast. https://t.co/wpvvappeGm

Hardcover, 2022

$26.99Member price:$13.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Charles Fox Parham: The Unlikely Father of Modern Pentecostalism, Larry Martin

Charles Fox Parham: The Unlikely Father of Modern Pentecostalism

Larry Martin
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"The life and ministry of Charles Fox Parham (1873–1929) pose a dilemma to Pentecostals," writes George P. Wood. "Larry Martin presents both horns of this dilemma in his new biography of Parham." https://t.co/VtS1yFmN1t

Paperback, 2022

$16.99Member price:$8.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Living Reconciled, P. Brian Noble

Living Reconciled

P. Brian Noble
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P. Brian Noble's 'Living Reconciled' was published today by @ReadBakerBooks. @GeorgePWood reviews it in the winter 2022 issue of Influence. Read his review here: https://t.co/WN9vyldZhU.

Hardcover, 2022

$29.99Member price:$29.99 + Free shipping0% off(Limited Discount Book)
Book Cover for: Global Christianity: A Guide to the World's Largest Religion from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, Gina Zurlo

Global Christianity: A Guide to the World's Largest Religion from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe

Gina Zurlo
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"'Global Christianity' by @Gina_Zurlo (@Zondervan) is a statistical guide to the world’s largest religion," writes @GeorgePWood. "We should read it to make better decisions about Christian mission in the modern world." https://t.co/lL3TOnAW5G

Paperback, 2022

$29.99Member price:$14.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: A Concise Guide to the Life of Muhammad: Answering Thirty Key Questions, Ayman S. Ibrahim

A Concise Guide to the Life of Muhammad: Answering Thirty Key Questions

Ayman S. Ibrahim
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To understand Islam, it is necessary to reckon with Muhammad. Helping readers do that is the goal of A Concise Guide to the Life of Muhammad by Ayman S. Ibrahim. Check out the review by @georgepwood. @al2ostaz @BakerAcademic https://t.co/b90fh4JcIY

Paperback, 2022

$26.00Member price:$13.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Life, Holy Spirit

Life

Holy Spirit
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"My passion is to see the lives of girls across our nation ignited by the truth of the Word of God, the power of the Holy Spirit, and life-giving community with mentorship as they apply it in their lives," says @KimSharp, of @NationalGirls of the @AG_USA. https://t.co/pVyXrczMOG

Paperback, 2017

$7.00Member price:$3.50 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Life-Changing Cross-Cultural Friendships: How You Can Help Heal Racial Divides, One Relationship at a Time, Gary Chapman

Life-Changing Cross-Cultural Friendships: How You Can Help Heal Racial Divides, One Relationship at a Time

Gary Chapman
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“What would happen ... if every Christian had a least one close relationship with someone of a different race or culture?” ask @DrGaryChapman & @ClarenceShuler in 'Life-Changing Cross-Cultural Friendships' (@Zondervan). @GeorgePWood reviews the book here: https://t.co/GQCXhQdZ71.

Paperback, 2022

$18.99Member price:$9.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book