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Book reviews in 2016 

A Faithful Presence By Hilary Russell
Russell's account of the Working Together for the Common Good initiative a generation ago offers a mix of hope and disappointment
Abundant Life: The Churches and Sexuality 
Essays from academics in Africa seeking to identify and cultivate the positive role that churches must play on issues around sexuality
All Questions Great and Small 
The latest book from Adrian Plass and Jeff Lucas is steeped in typical honesty and grace
Arab Evangelicals in Israel 
A collection of essays which throw a helpful spotlight on the work and witness of a small and often forgotten group of Christians
Baptists and War: How did Baptists respond to war?
A series of essays pinpointing Baptist attitudes to conflict at different times in different countries
Baptists in America: a history 
The history of Baptists in America is a complex and important one - and this accessible account has much to inform and encourage
Blessed are the poor?: Urban poverty and the church 
How the perspective of the poor opens us up to new biblical and theological insights - and what it means to be Church today
Body: Biblical spirituality for the whole person
'Delightful and erudite book' from Paula Gooder that handles many of those questions that disturb us today
Choose Life: Rowan Williams' sermons
A valuable record of one theologian’s ability to open up the familiar stories of Christmas and Easter in fresh ways
Christian Self-Understanding in the Context of Hindu Religion
The key to relating to others and living peaceably together is not learning to understand them, but learning to understand ourselves
Complete in Him: a review
A story about offering hospitality, the hospitality of God to others, in whatever circumstances we find ourselves
Creating a Culture of Invitation in your Church
Michael Harvey outlines best practice gleaned from his experiences as founder of Back to Church Sunday
Daniel Hughes: The Sledgehammer Pastor
Well-researched account of an unconventional and - until now - little documented Non-conformist minister
Detox your Ego: my new year's resolution
Steven Sylvester’s profound but simple ‘without ego’ philosophy has much to offer Christian leaders
Discovering Romans: Anthony C Thiselton
Recommended for those who desire a deeper understanding of how their lives might be shaped by the word of God through Paul’s letter
Don’t Beat Yourself Up by Tania Bright 
Inspirational book covering areas often kept secret, showing that Christians' sense of guilt shouldn't be that way
Essentials for a deeper spiritual life 
Difficult not to be challenged afresh by the author's single minded interpretation of what it means to be crucified with Christ
Fight the Good Fight: Voices of Faith from the First World War  
Uplifting and thoughtful glimpse into the lives of ordinary Christians called to extraordinary service
Flora and fauna of the Bible 
A beautifully illustrated study of all the most important plants and animals mentioned in the Bible
Found by love by Rahil Patel
Remarkable account of a Hindu priest encountering Jesus Christ
God is watching you by Dominic Johnson
Johnson's argument underlines that the science versus religion debate is not a straightforward division into scientists versus believers
God’s Fingerprints - the Evidence is Everywhere
Encouraging to find a book which seeks to find him in every day life
Growing in Circles - 'It's all about knowing the truth'
Learning the rhythms of discipleship by Paul Harcourt
Hebrews and James: 60 Bite-sized insights 
Generally useful little commentary which may also help busy ministers in sermon preparation
Hidden Christmas: The surprising truth behind Christ's birth
Best-selling author and pastor Tim Keller's examination of the nativity story
How to be a mindful Christian
In a clear but loving way, the author helps us cultivate a natural mindfulness, with the attitudes that Jesus would want us to cultivate
I am N: The voice of the martyrs 
I Am N is a disturbing read, sharing the stories of Christians living out their faith in the face of Islamic extremism
Inventing the Universe by Alister McGrath 
Why we can't stop talking about science, faith and God
Isaiah for Everyone by John Goldingay 
'This is writing which comforts the distressed and distresses the comfortable'
Jars of Clay: Learning from the persecuted church
Eternal life with Christ should constantly be on our lips, writes Bob Holman
Journeying on the Revelation road
Nick Page's travelogue to the places of the Bible's final book brings home how Revelation has a very relevant message for today
Letting in the Light: Kenneth Steven
Intimate new collection from one of Scotland's leading poets
Liberating the Gospel by David Smith
Readable, inspiring and challenging book on Christian mission
Magna Carta Unravelled 
The Case for Christian Freedoms Today
Making Peace with the Earth 
Fascinating and disparate collection of essays from faith-based organisations around the world to encourage advocacy for climate justice
Meeting God in Paul by Rowan Williams
'How I wish I'd had this when I had to produce two sermons a week. They would have been a lot better'
Messy Grace By Caleb Kaltenbach 
How a pastor with gay parents learned to love others without sacrificing convictions
Mindfulness and Christian Spirituality
Tim Stead's new book is must-read about making space for God
Pioneer Ministry in New Housing Areas 
With the Government pledging to build a million new homes, this is a genuinely helpful and theologically literate resource from Baptist pioneers
Preaching By Timothy Keller 
A book whose reading will reward any preacher, as it comes from a proven expositor who regularly proclaims Christ in a sceptical Manhattan
Redeeming Gender by Adrian Thatcher
Accessible and deceptively challenging account of gender theory, offering something fresh to the human sexuality conversation
Short Answers to Big Questions about God, the Bible and Christianity
Well-written book that would be suitable for use subsequent to an Alpha or similar course, and for busy ministers
Simplify: Ten practices to unclutter your soul 
Recommended Bill Hybels book that highlights areas of life that can get out of focus – and offers practical insights for making changes
Soulfulness: Deepening the mindful life
Brian Draper's new Christian take on mindfulness is like coming home, but realizing home is even more spacious than you had imagined
Suffering: why doesn't God stop it? 
'An invaluable piece of concise apologetic which can be given to any thoughtful person who wants to dig deeper into the dark mystery of suffering'
Systematic Theology: Anthony Thiselton 
A concise one-volume systematic theology that is both contemporary and broad
The Bible from Scratch by Simon Jenkins 
The third edition of Simon Jenkins' lightning sketch of the Bible would make a great Christmas present for a young person or a new Christian
The Challenge of Jesus: N T Wright 
Still the best introduction to Wright’s understanding of Jesus, his ministry, death and resurrection
The Church in Exile: Living in hope after Christendom 
Worthwhile, thought-provoking and practical work about the Church returning to its roots of exile
The Church in hard places 
How the local church brings life to the poor and needy
The Earth Will Teach You  
Baptist minister's excellent commentary on various biblical passages which help to discern the voices of the natural world
The Heaven Promise by Scott McKnight 
Accessible new book about heaven - but lacking a serious discussion of biblical material
The Holy Spirit: 'Helpful introduction to The Holy Spirit'  
Short but readable introduction to the doctrine of the Holy Spirit from Stanley Hauerwas and William H Willimon
The Invention of God by Thomas Römer 
A reconstruction of the history of Israel, of the origins of the Old Testament and particularly what the Israelites thought about God
The Passion and the Cross 
'A pleasure to read Rolhesier's reflections on Gethsemane, the Cross and the Resurrection of Jesus, the Son of God'
The Penultimate Curiosity
Well written and beautifully produced, exposing the falsity of the ‘conflict myth’ about the relationship between science and religion
The Promise of Blessing
Kate Patterson's chatty reflection on what the 'shining blessing' in Numbers 6 means for us today
The Search for God by Peter May
Testimony is too me-centred - a robust case for the role of persuasive evangelism
The Song of Songs: Exploring the divine romance 
Charlie Cleverly's section by section commentary on the entire Song of Songs
The Thomas the Tank Engine Man 
Biography of the committed clergyman behind the famous tank engine
The Trial of Jesus: 'Victim of bigotry and cowardice'
An analysis of the trial of Jesus, written by an Italian lawyer and professor of criminal law
The Undivided Heart by Florence Joseph
An invitation to engage deeply with our own heart issues, and so be better able to communicate with God
The Vicar’s Secret Wallpaper 
Might alter a little the perceptions of those not in ministry, and remind those of us who are that we too are no different from anyone else
Truth That Never Dies: The Beasley-Murray Memorial Lectures
An excellent example of Baptist theology in honour of a revered theologian, which should be at the centre of current conversations
Wounded by God’s People
Beautifully-written by Anne Graham Lotz for the many who have been hurt intentionally, and unintentionally, by fellow Christians
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