Slow Theology: Eight Practices for Resilient Faith in a Turbulent World by A. J. Swoboda & Nijay K. Gupta. Forward by Glenn Packiam
Publisher: Brazos Press
Publication Date: September 23, 2025
Genre: Christian Systematic Theology
Pages: 208
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In our fast-paced world of outrageous headlines and knee-jerk reactions, we struggle to hear God’s voice amid the noise. Despite constant connectivity, our lives lack true spiritual connection and depth.

A. J. Swoboda and Nijay Gupta offer a practical theology guide for building resilient faith through Christian discipleship. Addressing spiritual deconstruction and doubt with honesty, they show how to fortify your faith against cultural challenges through eight transformative spiritual practices, including:

● taking your time in prayer and Bible study,
● building patience for your spiritual journey and faith formation,
● slowing down your thinking and decision-making process,
● finding peace with unanswered questions rather than demanding easy solutions, and
● facing spiritual difficulties head-on instead of avoiding them.

This Christian living book helps weary believers reconnect with God and neighbor through intentional spiritual growth. With a foreword by Glenn Packiam, it’s perfect for devotional reading, small group study, or anyone seeking authentic faith formation.

Not Exactly Mr. Darcy by Carolyn Miller
Series: The Silver Teapot Series – Book 1
Publisher: Barbour Fiction
Publication Date: December 1, 2025
Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance
Pages: 256
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Pride, Pemberley, and Second Chances

When history-loving Olivia Bennett’s teaching contract isn’t renewed, she is considered her family’s logical choice to care for her ailing grandmother in a tiny English village. While there, she soon finds additional work at nearby Hartbury Hall—one of England’s great houses once used as Pemberley in a filmed production of Pride and Prejudice. The head gardener there, however, proves to be anything but the gentlemanly hero of that famous book. Little does she know that behind Liam Browne’s brusque exterior is both a family tragedy and a legacy that demands truth and honor, creating a crisis that only Liv’s vivacious determination can resolve. Along the way, she may just learn that appearances count for naught. . .and that love can be found in unexpected ways.

Amish Midwife Witness by Dana R. Lynn
Series: Amish Country Danger – Book 1
Publisher: Love Inspired Suspense
Publication Date: November 25, 2025
Genre: Christian Mystery & Suspense
Pages: 208
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She overheard something she shouldn’t have…
Now she’s in a killer’s crosshairs.

After certified nurse midwife Vanessa Hall prevents a kidnapping attempt on a pregnant Amish patient, she becomes the target of a dangerous enemy. Lieutenant Carter Flint is determined to keep Vanessa safe as the police investigate an abduction and illegal adoption ring targeting Amish families. But after dodging several deadly attacks, Carter realizes the criminal seems to know their every move and no one can be trusted. Can they expose the kidnapper and stop his sinister plot before more innocent lives are put at risk?

Her Amish Christmas Wish by Jocelyn McClay
Publisher: Love Inspired
Publication Date: November 25, 2025
Genre: Amish Romance
Pages: 208
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To find her future,
she must risk a surprising love.

Feeling responsible for her younger sister’s life-scarring accident, Sarah Raber has dedicated herself to Anne’s care. Paying medical bills has left her no time to marry and have a home of her own, but at least she has the support of her best friend, Gideon Schrock. As they work alongside each other and Gideon helps the sisters find independence, Sarah realizes her feelings for him are deeper than she ever imagined. When an opportunity to start anew in a distant community arises, Sarah must decide if she’s brave enough to finally take a chance at happiness…for herself and Gideon.

An Alaskan Christmas Prayer by Belle Calhoune
Publisher: Love Inspired
Publication Date: November 25, 2025
Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance
Pages: 208
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Will an unexpected holiday reunion
offer a second chance at love?

Molly Truitt has put her whole heart into running her family’s café-bookstore, so the last thing she needs is old flame Hudson Doherty coming back and causing trouble. She hasn’t seen him since his abrupt departure nearly a decade ago and is surprised when the marketing exec claims co-ownership of her beloved store. To keep things civil, they agree to work together for thirty days so Hudson can learn the ins and outs of the business. As the store thrives and old feelings begin to resurface, will they grasp at their chance of happily-ever-after this holiday season?

The Christmas Playbook by Jane Kirkpatrick
Publisher: Love Inspired
Publication Date: November 25, 2025
Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance
Pages: 208
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When the goal is love
it’s time to break the rules…

When her football coach father has a sudden heart attack, Maddie Lovett finds help from an unlikely source: her high school crush, Tanner Price. Back in town to care for his mother, former star athlete Tanner agrees to step in temporarily. As he leads the team to the state championships, Maddie’s support helps him see her as more than just the coach’s daughter. But when a family crisis occurs, Tanner knows his time in Truelove is limited. With his Christmas departure quickly approaching, can Maddie convince him to stay…for more than just football?

The Rancher’s Christmas Gift by Jolene Navarro
Series: K-9 Companions – Book 37
Publisher: Love Inspired
Publication Date: November 25, 2025
Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance
Pages: 208
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Love comes in an unexpected package
for this cowboy and his K-9s.

Content with his quiet life training service dogs, the last thing army veteran Joaquin DeLeon wants is a runaway bride disrupting his peace. Looking for shelter after running out on an arranged marriage, environmental engineering professor Xitlali Kan is determined to carve out her own happiness—for herself and her neurodivergent son. Despite their personal reservations, the single mom and silent cowboy find themselves getting closer as young Oscar bonds with Joaquin’s latest training dog, Luna. But when the past catches up with Lali, will they lose out on their chance to build the family they all deserve?

When Dreams Fall Apart: How Unanswered Prayers Can Deepen Your Intimacy with God by Jennifer Lucy Tyler. Forward by Jess Connolly
Publisher: Moody Publishers
Publication Date: October 7, 2025
Genre: Christian Personal Growth
Pages: 304
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Trusting in God’s goodness even if He says no, not right now, or not this way.

When we have good dreams—dreams that seem in line with the heart of God—it can feel devastating to watch them die. Why doesn’t our God, who is all-powerful and all-loving, fulfill our good desires?

When Dreams Fall Apart addresses the disillusionment many feel when God seems silent to prayers and longings. Through powerful biblical teaching and personal narrative, Jennifer Lucy Tyler helps readers encounter a God who is worthy of our hearts and our trust, even when the answer to our prayers isn’t what we’d hoped.

Readers are invited to observe the moments in scripture when people cried out to God, but His answer was delayed or different than they’d expected. And Tyler shares her own grief, anger, and disappointment when she felt unseen and unheard by God. Together with Tyler, readers learn to name and lament their unanswered prayers, and they discover pathways to resilient hope, faithful contentment, and triumphant joy.

Unanswered prayer is not a sign that you’re doing something wrong or missing God’s call. Tyler helps us experience the peace of knowing that God is close in our pain and working in beautiful—often unseen—ways in our lives.

Christmas in the Crosshairs by Lynette Eason, Kate Angelo, Kelly Underwood, Sami A. Abrams
Series: Elite Guardians Collection: Book 4
Publisher: Sunrise Publishing
Publication Date: October 3, 2023
Genre: Christian Suspense
Pages: 390
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It’s Christmastime and love is in the air. But when these three Elite Guardians walk into the crosshairs of trouble, they find themselves fighting not just for justice, but for the lives of the men they love in this riveting thriller collection!

Deadly Holiday Hijack by Kate Angelo

“Come out to Savannah, she says. It’ll be fun, she says. Boss can be in the nativity pageant, she says,” Yeah. Great idea.

Bodyguard Christina Sherman and her fiancé, former spec ops air commando Grey Parker just want to sneak away to beautiful Savannah, attend a Nativity Pageant, maybe set a wedding date. But when a group of terrorists take over the church and the whole thing is live streamed, they find themselves in a hometown version of a Die Hard Christmas movie. But will they make it to the happy ending?

Silent Night Siege by Kelly Underwood

Billionaire Preston Whittaker and bodyguard Laila Rabbinowitz just can’t get a break. Not only are their schedules so crazy they’ve put their relationship on simmer, but on their way to the mountains for much-needed togetherness…yep, their plane crashes. Suddenly they’re stranded on a remote mountainside in freezing temperatures, minimal food, wildlife, and no hope of rescue.

And then, the real danger starts. Someone deliberately caused the wreck, and that person is hunting them through the wilderness.

Now, it’ll take more than togetherness to survive…

Christmas Snowstorm Standoff by Sami A. Abrams

It’s finally time for bodyguard Lizzie Tremaine to tie the knot with the man she’s loved for years—fellow bodyguard Charlie Lee.

But maybe fate is still against them, because on the eve of their big day, a snowstorm hits. And, while it’s kept the guests away, it’s brought trouble in the form of a woman from Charlie’s past. More, she’s on the run from a killer…

A man who will stop at nothing to make sure Charlie and Lizzie never make it to the altar.

Now Lizzie and Charlie must battle the storm, stop the killer, and defeat the doubts that suddenly have them wondering if they are truly meant to be.

Essentials of Christian Theology: Foundations of the Christian Faith by Nathan D. Holsteen (Editor), Michael J. Svigel (Editor)
Publisher: Revell
Publication Date: November 18, 2025
Genre: Bethany House Publishers
Pages: 304
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Foundational Theology Made Accessible and Practical

· Offers concise and neutral explanations of the essentials of Christian theology for students, lay people, and pastors
· Goes beyond merely explaining the what of theological teachings to the why of how they impact everyday life
· Combines three volumes into one convenient collection

Cutting through the controversies and doctrinal debates, two trusted Dallas Theological Seminary professors offer a practical, foundational handbook on the basics of Christian theology–and why it matters to everyday life.

From humanity and sin to the Trinity to the end times, Svigel and Holsteen show why these topics matter and how you can apply them to your life every day. With a winsome tone, fast-paced style, and everyday language, each chapter of this highly readable book covers one key doctrine and features
· a brief overview with points of unity and diversity
· explanations of key Scriptures
· foundational truths to know
· false teachings to avoid
· practical application for your faith and life

Whether you’re a student of the Bible, a pastor, or someone who simply wants to know God better, this simple and accessible resource will not only help you to know theology, but to live it.

Which of these books would you reach for first, or is there one you think I should move to the top of my reading stack?

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