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NEW BOOKS -- Following the September 11 terrorism last year, gracEmail subscriber Tim Woodroof, gifted teaching minister at Nashville, Tennessee's Otter Creek Church, preached six sermons calling God's people to greatness in response. These are now published in a book titled "We Can Be Heroes" (approx. 4" x 6" , 87 pages, hardback). For more information or to order, see www.ottercreek.org or (in USA) call toll-free 1-800-863-5665.
"Principles of the Reformation" by Robert Richardson (introduced and edited by Carson E. Reed) is subtitled "A classic summary of the guiding principles of the early Stone-Campbell movement." Those interested in the original roots of the Churches of Christ, Independent Christian Churches and Disciples of Christ will find this both surprising and interesting. For information or to order, go to www.leafwoodpublishers.com .
THOUGHTFUL -- A stimulating website is "Transitions: Ministry in a New Era" (http://graceawakening.blogspot.com), by gracEmail subscriber and minister Fred Peatross.
MERE CHRISTIANITY -- That was C. S. Lewis' title for his classic book, but it also states the essence of Edward's new book THE GREAT RESCUE: THE STORY OF GOD'S AMAZING GRACE. The fruit of more than four decades of serious study, this very readable book gives any reader a profound overview of the biblical message and historical, orthodox, evangelical Christianity. Ideal for classes or small groups; an excellent gift to honest seekers or believers who want to grow. Dr. James E. Sweeney of Western Seminary calls it "a masterpiece of grace." Lynn Anderson of Hope Network Ministries calls it "a powerful tool to help others know God." 149 pages, softback, $11.45 postpaid (in USA). Order from New Leaf Books by phone (in USA, toll-free 1-877-634-6004), by post (12542 S. Fairmont, Orange, CA 92869) or by email (leonardallen@earthlink.net).
THE SOUND OF HIS VOICE -- is the title of Edward's other book just released by New Leaf Books. Subtitled "Discovering the Secrets of God's Guidance," this is a revised and enlarged re-edition of "Beyond the Sacred Page: A Testimony to the Guidance of God in the Life of One Man," now including discussion questions at the end of each chapter. Edward illustrates God's guidance from events in his own life in terms of "an inner nudge," the written Scriptures, God in nature, "a still, small voice," godly counsel, prophetic words, open and closed doors, and other means. Paper, 159 pages, $10.95 plus $1.50 shipping (USA). To order using credit card, call toll-free 1-877-634-6004, or send payment to New Leaf Books, 12542 S. Fairmont, Orange, Calif. 92869.