The Way of Jesus

Stephen W. Smith: The Jesus Life: Eight Ways to Recover Authentic Christianity
Smith explores eight ways of life practiced by Jesus that can shape the way we practice life. Being that I title my blog "the way of Jesus" I am appreciating Stephen's contribution already.

Darrin W. Snyder Belousek: Atonement, Justice, and Peace: The Message of the Cross and the Mission of the Church
This is a thick work. Just came in the mail. A little sabbatical reading :)

Richard Beck: Unclean: Meditations on Purity, Hospitality, and Mortality
I really like Richard Beck. Brilliant work on "Go learn what this means: I desire mercy not sacrifice" Matt. 9:13

N. T. Wright: How God Became King: The Forgotten Story of the Gospels
Wright's newest book. I appreciate him so much!

Jack Levison: Fresh Air: The Holy Spirit for an Inspired Life
I am loving this book on the Holy Spirit. Great, accessible read!

Jenell Williams Paris: The End of Sexual Identity: Why Sex Is Too Important to Define Who We Are
Fabulous book. Anthropologist Jenell Paris, deconstructs sexual identity and calls for a new way forward.

Wesley Hill: Washed And Waiting
Referred to this book in "sexual discipleship" a wonderful autobiography from a gay christian.

Tom Wright: Luke for Everyone
We started Luke for our Wednesday morning guys Bible study. Join us from 7-8am in the prayer room. I highly recommend these companion commentaries by NT Wright.