All Book review articles
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ReviewsHave we forgotten the Christian roots of journalism?
In her bold and timely book, Dr Jenny Taylor explores how faith shaped the birth of modern news, and why reconnecting with those roots might be key to its survival
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ReviewsKeeping a Christian organisation Christian isn't easy. Can this book help?
Bill Simmons’ new book offers a simple yet thoughtful framework for keeping Christian organisations rooted in faith. But while its “Pause, Psalm, and Pray” model is commendable, it struggles to hold up as a standalone resource, says our reviewer
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ReviewsNot just the pastor’s wife. This book hits back at the devaluing of women in evangelical churches
Beth Allison Barr is reclaiming the role of the pastor’s wife. With honesty and hope, she invites the Church to think differently about women in leadership, says our reviewer
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ReviewsFatherlessness is damaging our society. This helpful book is a must-read for church leaders
Fatherlessness is one of the most damaging yet overlooked issues of our time, says pastor and author John Woods. In Good Bad No Dad, he combines personal experience, biblical insight, and moving testimonies to show how the “father deficit” shapes lives and where true healing can be found.
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ReviewsCarrying Hope: One mother’s journey through grief, faith and the fight for life
When Beth Appleby received a devastating prenatal diagnosis, she faced it with grief, grit and faith. Carrying Hope is a moving story of holding onto God in the darkest of valleys, says Lisa Skinner
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ReviewsHow to build a spiritual life that actually works
You don’t need to love silence or structure to enjoy Faith Habits and How to Form Them. With warmth and clarity, Emma Timms offers an accessible guide to deeper spiritual practices for any stage of faith, says our reviewer
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ReviewsWe don’t need to recover a ‘golden age’ of Christianity. ‘The Great Return’ falls short
Jamie Franklin’s The Great Return urges the Church to reclaim its past dominance but confuses the decline of Christendom with that of Christianity, argues Dr Joshua Bloor. True renewal, he argues, must centre on Christ, not nostalgia
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ReviewsThis book explores the parallels between faith and fitness
In The Spirituality of Running, marathon-running priest James McShane invites readers to consider similarities between physical and spiritual health
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ReviewsYour greatest need isn’t sex. It’s intimacy
In The Intimacy Deficit, Ed Shaw redefines intimacy as something far deeper than sex – offering a rich, biblically grounded vision of connection with God, self, others and creation. It is a hopeful, practical book a much-needed guide for addressing the relational disconnect so many experience today, says Rachel Bedford
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ReviewsThis thoughtful, biblical book argues that marriage is not the Christian ideal
Danielle Treweek is challenging the church to see singleness as a powerful reflection of eternity, says Keanna Williams in her review of Single Ever After
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ReviewsThis young adult novel helps Gen Z see God in real life
Helen Parker’s Family Matters thoughtfully explores the real-life pressures Gen Z face - from grief to friendship and faith, says our reviewer
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ReviewsChristian scientists are grappling with the biggest global issues. This book explains how
What happens when science meets faith across continents? This thought-provoking book explores how Christians around the world - from China to Canada - are navigating the complex relationship between science and belief
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ReviewsThe ministry we forgot? Why caring for the elderly matters more than ever
Anne-Louise Critchlow’s Slowing Down is a gentle call to rediscover the quiet power of pastoral care. With warmth and wisdom, she honours the often-overlooked ministry of supporting the elderly says Eliza Bailey.
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InterviewsBear Grylls: 'Sharing the story of Jesus is the proudest thing I've ever done'
The adventurer opens up about writing the story of Jesus as a thriller, his complicated relationship with church and why faith is like plugging in a toaster
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ReviewsWhen female roles in churches are contested is reconciliation possible?
Amidst today’s gender tensions, Healed and Whole by Abigail Ruth Flavell offers a gentle call to reconciliation in the Church - urging readers to listen well, love deeply, and stay centred on Christ.
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ReviewsHow can you hear God’s voice? This book explains
In his latest book, the Minnesota-based pastor Joshua Giles offers personal reflections aimed at helping every Christian hear God’s voice. But while heartfelt and sincere, the book often lacks theological depth, says our reviewer
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ReviewsGospel Conversations: This book makes apologetics accessible for every believer
Apologetics isn’t just for academics - it’s a vital expression of love for God and neighbour. In Gospel Conversations, Philip Layton shows how every Christian can share their faith with clarity, confidence and compassion, says Kehinde Omotayo
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ReviewsKristi McLelland’s invitation to feast on God’s Word doesn’t fully satisfy
Kristi McLelland’s new book Feasting on God’s Word uses the metaphor of a feast to explore scripture. While the book offers some helpful insights, structural issues and an uneven focus weaken its overall impact, says Nike Aremu
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ReviewsLamorna Ash spent a year searching for God. Did she find what she was looking for?
What draws Gen Z to Christianity and what might they find there? In Don’t Forget We’re Here Forever, Lamorna Ash explores faith with honesty, depth and a storyteller’s eye, offering an intriguing glimpse into a generation’s spiritual searching, says Derek Walker
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ReviewsBuilding Multicultural Churches is a flawed call for diversity
Tony Thompson’s Building Multicultural Churches tackles the challenges of building ethnically diverse congregations with passion and honesty. But while his insights are often powerful, some sweeping generalisations risk alienating the very audience he hopes to inspire
