Book Reviews

Winter/Spring 2006


Each quarter Wightchurchesbrings you a selection of Christian Books which may be of interest to our visitors. We are indebted to the staff of Castlebooks, Newport, who have kindly supplied the necessary material for us to produce this page. Their details are at the bottom of the page together with information regarding theirChurch Book Agents Scheme. Please don't try and order from us! Contact or call in to Castlebooksat the top of the High Street in Newport. They will be happy to assist you.

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Sex 180 - the Next Generation
by Chip Ingram & Tim Walker
ISBN: 0801045290 (Pb)£7.99
On TV. In movies. On the Web. In magazines. In high school and even youth group.
Yet even with all of this exposure, a big part of the sex story is not being told-a whole dimension that goes way beyond the traditional answers. If you're fed up with our sex-saturated culture and are tired of being told to "just wait until you're married," then check out the biblical understanding of sexuality. It's something totally different. A full 180 degrees different. It's Sex 180 and it's a revolution. 		God's Outrageous Claims
by Lee Strobel
ISBN: 0310267757 (Pb) £7.99
Strobel examines important assertions that can transform readers' lives into adventures of faith, growth and lasting fulfilment and take them on an exciting spiritual journey that can change lives and the world profoundly.		 Falling Back on God
by Joel Edwards
ISBN: 1844174867 (Pb) £4.99
Joel Edwards writes: ?Trust is a profoundly spiritual thing. It is what it means to be a person. God made us to be trusting and asks us to be trustworthy.?

The aim of Falling Back on God is to help groups focus on God?s word through Lent. Using extracts from the Psalms, Falling Back on God has five weekly sessions:
When foundations give way
Falling backwards to God
Confidence on a cross
Hope to trust
Trustees of the kingdom
Although aimed primarily at helping small groups to focus on God?s words during Lent, this book could also be used for private study.
The Ransomed Heart
by John Elderedge
ISBN:0785207066 (Hb) £12.99
This new book features 365 daily readings gleaned from Eldredge's best-known works, including Wild at Heart and Waking the Dead. This volume will prompt readers to soulful reflection and deeper intimacy with God.		 Marking Time
by Nick Baines
ISBN: 0715208292 (Pb) £5.99
Marking Time is specially written for Lent, Holy Week and Easter. It is ideal for worship leaders, prayer groups or for individuals.

Practical daily worship covering the 47 days from Ash Wednesday to Easter Day.

47 daily reflections and prayers based upon Mark's Gospel.

7 Weekly sections on personal reflection and group discussion.

 In the Company of Jesus
by Bill Donahue
ISBN: 1844741222 (Pb) £8.99
Encounter the living Jesus for yourself: Provocative teacher - sacred friend - truthful revealer - extreme forgiver - authentic leader - compassionate healer - relentless lover - supreme conqueror. 40 short sections ideal reading for Lent.
The Bible or the Axe
by William O. Levi
ISBN: 080241138X (Pb) £7.99
William Levi was born in southern Sudan as part of a Messianic Hebrew tribal group and spent the majority of his growing up years as a refugee running from Islamic persecution. He was eventually taken captive for refusing to convert to Islam and suffered greatly at the hands of his captors. After escaping Islamic forces, William eventually came to the United States where he attended college. His story of deliverance will touch the hearts of believers and raise their awareness to the plight of our Sudanese brothers and sisters in Christ.		 Blessed Be Your Name
by Matt & Beth Redman
ISBN: 0340909137 (Hb) £6.99
'Worship is always a choice. At times it's an easy, straight-forward one. When life is peaceful and painless, the choice to respond to God in thanksgiving and praise may not be such a hard one to make. But at other times in our lives, worship becomes a much gutsier decision.' This short but beautiful book, co-written by acclaimed singer-songwriter Matt Redman and his wife, "Soul Sista's" Beth Redman, explores how and why worshipping God can help us through times of pain and rejection. The book includes deeply personal testimonies by both authors.		 50 Bible Dramas for Children
by Lynda Neilands
ISBN: 1842912534 (Pb) £8.99
Unpacking Bible truth through drama isn't a new idea - God told the prophets to act out their message and Jesus used dramatic action as well as words.

These tried and tested dramas will help today's youngsters engage with the Bible. Not every drama is designed to be performed by children. Some will work better when adults perform them and others are written for a mixture of adult and child performers. At the start of each drama there is an indication of who should ideally perform the script. Each drama also has an application section with explore, chat and think ideas.




Church Book Agents Scheme
Many churches throughout the Island have a book agent who serves their congregation by providing a selection of books & music on a regular basis. Any item can be purchased through an agent and your church receives 10% of the sale value. If you would like to know more, please contact the staff at Castlebooks who will be happy to help you.