I enjoy books in a number of genres – theology, biology, faith and work, leadership, Christian living, etc. Here are 12 new and upcoming books that you might be interested in.

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Leading Worship for Workers: How to Design Liturgies for All of Life by Matthew Kaemingk and Kathryn Roelofs
From the Amazon description:
“People spend approximately one third of their lives at work. Whether paid or volunteer, blue collar or white collar, workers experience tremendous joys and significant challenges in their daily work. It should be no surprise that their spiritual questions, frustrations, and longings are often directly connected to their various careers and callings. But when they gather for corporate worship, services rarely acknowledge or mention their working lives.
In Leading Worship for Workers, two innovators in the global faith and work movement encourage church leaders to think critically about the congregations they serve. You’ll discover:
● how to audit current worship practices and assess your congregation’s work-life realities to create more relevant, engaging Sunday services;
● step-by-step guidance for every element of worship–from gathering and singing to confession, testimony, communion, and sending–with specific applications for workers in all vocations;
● prayers, songs, liturgies, and blessing ceremonies for various callings, including students, parents, retirees, and workers transitioning between careers; and
● innovative worship ideas and resources to help ministry teams integrate faith-at-work themes into weekly services.
This comprehensive resource offers pastors, worship leaders, and ministry teams an array of creative ideas and practical methods to help them craft worship services that speak directly to workers and the realities they face throughout the week.”

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The Desecration of Man: How the Rejection of God Degrades Our Humanity by Carl Trueman
To be published April 7.
From the Amazon description:
“As church attendance falls, suicide rates climb, and birth rates plummet, Christian pundits have suggested disenchantment and the loss of tradition are to blame for our spiritual malaise. But what if the problem is both much simpler and much more serious?
In The Desecration of Man, Carl Trueman argues that modern man’s crisis of meaning stems from a rejection of a simple fact—that he was made in the image of God. Unmoored from the basic moral fact that secures human dignity, we violently disrespect our own minds and bodies through abortion, pornography, casual sex, gender transitions, and more—and in this disrespect we blaspheme against God himself, with devastating practical and spiritual consequences.
With gentle pastoral wisdom, deep insight into church history, and an impressive command of philosophical genealogies, The Desecration of Man speaks to those troubled by the spiritual sickness of our time and points toward consecration to a God who is alive and loving as a solution. The Early Church triumphed over Rome because it offered life in place of death. It is time for modern Christians to offer the same kind of vision.”

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The Secret: What Great Leaders Know and Do 4^th Edition, Revised and Expanded) by Ken Blanchard and Mark Miller
To be published April 28
From the Amazon description:
“What do I need to do to be a great leader?” Every person in authority wonders this question sooner or later. Ken Blanchard, whose books have sold over 25 million copies, and Mark Miller, who rose from line worker to Chick-fil-A vice president, uncover the secret great leaders already know in this international bestseller.
Using a classic business fable, newly promoted executive Debbie Brewster asks her mentor the crucial question: “What is the secret of great leaders?” His reply—“Great leaders serve”—confuses her, but he reveals five fundamental ways leaders succeed through service. Debbie discovers why great leaders focus on the future, how teams determine success or failure, what three arenas need continuous improvement, why leadership success has two essential components, and how to strengthen—or destroy—credibility.
This fourth edition includes the proven SERVE model plus breakthrough content on leadership’s most critical element—a leader’s heart. Discover these new features:

• Revised chapters
• New chapter with five HEART habits that form the foundation for great leadership
• Comprehensive facilitator’s guide for groups and teams
• Expanded resources for teams and organizations

Translated into twenty-nine languages with over 700,000 copies sold, The Secret delivers proven wisdom in an unforgettable story that anyone can understand and apply immediately.

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How to Get a Return on Failure: Fail Smarter―Return Stronger by John Maxwell
To be published April 14.
From the Amazon description:
“What if you could learn to profit from nearly every loss or misstep in your life, and get a return on it—like an investment?
The most successful people get ahead because they deal with failure positively. Since they know they can’t avoid failure, they make the best of it and gain from it. People who adopt this approach learn to build more substantial and significant success in their lives.
In his new book How to Get a Return on Failure, John Maxwell teaches readers how to turn misses into wins and losses into gains. He creates a positive roadmap anyone can follow during these difficult times and shows how changing your perspective on failure can transform your ability to grow, improve, and move forward.
Failure will always be a part of our lives. We cannot avoid it. But we can leverage it to create a better future for ourselves and others. When we do that, it separates us from the people who let failure stop or defeat them. Follow Maxwell’s advice and you’ll never look at failure the same way again.”

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Stand in Awe: How Reverence Transforms Our Worship and Our Lives by Laura Story
To be published May 12.
From the Amazon description:
“We were made for God, not the other way around. Living for God’s glory―revering him above all else―gives us purpose and lasting joy but we often get distracted and become too self-focused, believing that we are the center of our lives. From singing at church on Sundays to our work and leisure throughout the week, we are in daily need of refocusing our attention on God.
Laura Story seeks to lead Christians in scriptural, reverential worship all 7 days of the week. Sharing her 20 years of experience as a worship leader and award-winning recording artist, she clarifies what worship is, what it isn’t, and what’s at stake without it. She then explains 4 everyday ways our reverence is often diverted away from God. Finally, Story demonstrates how to apply biblical principles, seeking God in humility and reverence through singing and daily life. With a heart for music ministry, this accessible book also speaks to everyday Christians who long to engage in proper devotion, leading readers in rich worship that reflects who God is rather than who we are.

• Accessible, Holistic Guide for Worship: Thoughtfully explores Scripture and church history, creating a Bible-focused theology of worship
• Applicable: Helps Christians cultivate a reverential posture all 7 days of the week by honoring God’s word, relating to others, and properly stewarding our lives
• Written by Christian Recording Artist and Author Laura Story: Inspires modern Christian songwriters to create scriptural songs focused on the attributes of God
• A Great Study for the Entire Church: Addresses both individual and corporate worship
• Useful in Schools and Churches: Practical insights for worship team leaders and volunteers as well as students earning worship degrees, with advice for worship and prayers, order of service, and more
• Ends with a Liturgy Written by the Author
  

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My Story: A Spiritual & Intellectual Autobiography by John C. Lennox
To be published May 19
From the Amazon description:
“In My Story, Lennox – one of today’s most respected Christian thinkers – invites readers into his remarkable journey: growing up in Northern Ireland, studying at Oxford and Cambridge, teaching mathematics at the highest level, and boldly defending the Christian faith in lecture halls, debates and the public square for more than sixty years.
With warmth, wit and disarming honesty, Lennox reflects on the ideas, people and pivotal moments that shaped his life – from the hunger for Bibles in Soviet Russia to encounters with Richard Dawkins and Christopher Hitchens, to his ongoing belief that rigorous science and deep faith are not enemies but allies.
Part memoir, part intellectual adventure, My Story is a must-read for anyone curious how a brilliant mathematical mind can hold fast to the gospel – and how one man’s faith has helped millions find a reason to believe in an age of doubt.”

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Biblical Wisdom for Everyday Life: Ethical Answers for Cultural Questions by Daniel Darling.
To be published May 26.
From the Amazon description:
“In an age of rapid social change and moral confusion, this book equips Christians to approach tough ethical questions with both conviction and compassion. Whether you’re wrestling with how to think about cohabitation, abortion, marijuana, IVF, end of life issues, or the rise of psychedelic drug use, this book draws on the timeless truths of God’s Word to offer clarity, not clichés.
Biblical Wisdom for Everyday Life: Ethical Answers to Cultural Questions offers a faithful and practical guide for navigating some of life’s most pressing moral and cultural dilemmas. Rooted in Scripture and shaped by the Christian tradition, this book is designed to help believers think clearly and live wisely in a complex world. Jesus taught that love for Him is shown through obedience—but obedience requires knowing what God has commanded. Readers will find answers where Scripture speaks clearly and wisdom—applied biblical knowledge—where Scripture isn’t specific.
This book will help you:

• Understand the biblical foundation for ethical decision-making
• Apply timeless truths to contemporary cultural questions
• Think wisely about controversial issues such as:
  • Cohabitation and sexual ethics
  • Abortion and the value of human life
  • The use of marijuana and other substances
  • The growing interest in psychedelics
  • Navigating end of life issues
  • Understanding the complex moral questions about IVF
• Build a conscience rooted in Scripture and shaped by grace
• Equip others—family, church, or small group—with a biblical and moral framework

Whether you’re a parent, pastor, student, or simply a follower of Christ wanting to honor God in everyday decisions, Biblical Wisdom for Everyday Life is an essential tool. It’s not just about having the right answers—it’s about becoming formed into the kind of person who can faithfully live those answers out in love and truth.

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Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing: A Liturgy for Daily Worship with the Psalms by Jonathan Gibson
To be published August 18.
From the Amazon description:
“With beautiful prose that draws readers into worship, the Psalms serve as the Bible’s very own liturgy. But many lifelong believers encounter seasons when devotion grows dull, and Scripture reading becomes a matter of dutiful habit rather than heartfelt praise. Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing offers a 31-day liturgical guide rooted in the Psalms, providing content, structure, and rhythms that center hearts on honoring our God.
Designed to be read in 15–20 minutes per day, each reading includes a Call to Worship drawn from the psalter, an Old Testament reading, historical prayers, creeds, and catechisms that point readers to Christ. This edition of the Daily Worship Liturgy series offers fresh content participants may use as an alternative to Be Thou My Vision and alongside the seasonal liturgies, O Come, O Come, Emmanuel, and O Sacred Head, Now Wounded.

• 31 Daily Devotions: Features an Old Testament Scripture reading from the Psalms, hymns, prayers, and creeds, as well as time for meditation, petition, and confession
• Focused on the Psalms: Each daily reading includes a Call to Worship drawn directly from the psalter
• Repetition Throughout Readings: Content repeats to help readers memorize and meditate on important material
• A Part of the Daily Worship Liturgy Series: Written by Jonathan Gibson, author of Be Thou My Vision; O Come, O Come, Emmanuel; and O Sacred Head, Now Wounded
  

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Pastoring for Monday: Help Your Congregation Integrate Faith and Work by Matt Rusten
To be published May 26.
From the Amazon description:
“Many Christians experience vocational restlessness and anxiety, unsure or unaware how their faith can guide them in their workplaces. What would it look like for your church to affirm, equip, and commission your congregation to embrace a sense of calling and mission in their everyday labor?
In Pastoring for Monday, Matt Rusten helps you lead your church to form Christians who follow, represent, and commune with Christ amid their daily work. This book equips you to bridge the divide between the sacred and secular, transforming how your church disciples people for the workplace.
Rusten shows how you can intentionally change your language and liturgy to celebrate the ordinary working lives of church members, providing concrete discipleship pathways and pastoral priorities for living out the gospel through vocational discipleship. You’ll learn how you can prioritize faith and work as a necessary focus, rather than an optional add-on, for the thriving and collective mission of your church.

With Pastoring for Monday, you will:

• Learn to connect Sunday worship with the realities of Monday work to equip people to follow Jesus through the work week.
• Find practical discipleship ideas to help believers live out their faith in professional contexts.
• Transform your preaching and leadership to help your congregation see the value of their daily vocation as a ministry.

This book empowers pastors to foster a church culture where every believer is equipped to follow Jesus not just on Sunday but through the workdays that follow. With Pastoring for Monday, help your congregation connect Sunday worship to Monday work and transform the way your ministry bridges faith and work.

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The Stories We Live By: How Jesus Critiques and Completes What Our Culture Tells Us by Tim Keller and Michael Keller
To be published September 22.
From the Amazon description:
“”Do what makes you happy.” “Be true to yourself.” “Live free.” If these slogans promise the good life, why do they so often leave us feeling hollow and empty? Could the very stories our modern world tells us about happiness, freedom, and identity be the source of our growing anxiety and disillusionment?
The culmination of a journey Michael Keller began with his father, beloved pastor and bestselling author Timothy Keller, before his passing, The Stories We Live By unmasks the hidden cultural narratives that shape our lives, often without our knowledge. Examining seven dominant narratives of modern culture–concerning identity, power, freedom, morality, truth, happiness, and progress–the authors show how these stories contain elements of truth yet are built on flawed assumptions and internal contradictions that leave us fragile, divided, and unable to cope with the realities of life.

The Stories We Live By helps us:

• Recognize where these stories appear throughout culture
• Understand why they leave us feeling hollow and unfulfilled
• Decode the specific ways these stories hijack our decision-making–and learn how to critically evaluate them going forward
• Understand why the Christian story offers a more satisfying answer to our deepest longings
• Make sense of both the beauty and the brokenness of the world
• Find a hope that can sustain us through suffering, grounded in a story that is bigger than death itself

For the skeptic, this book offers a challenge to examine the unproven beliefs that drive our lives. For the Christian, it is an essential tool for recognizing where we have unknowingly absorbed cultural narratives that conflict with our faith. And for everyone, it is an invitation to discover a story that is big enough to make sense of both the beauty and the brokenness of the world–a story of grace that has the power to carry us through life’s deepest joys and sorrows.

Born from a conversation between a father and son, The Stories We Live By is more than a cultural analysis. It is a guide to finding a truer, more beautiful, and far more satisfying story to live by.”

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The American Way of Killing – Malcolm Gladwell (September 29)
To be published September 29.
From the Amazon description:
“Why, when it comes to lethal violence, is America so different from the rest of the globe? The United States is wealthier, better educated, more technologically sophisticated, more religious than almost any of its peers in the developed world—all of which would suggest that it should also have the lowest levels of violence. Yet the opposite is true. In this bold new book, Malcolm Gladwell outlines the paradox, then walks the reader through a series of stories drawn from every corner of American life and culture—from emergency rooms to Hollywood westerns to big-city police departments to Supreme Court oral arguments—looking for answers.”

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Church History for Everyone: The Story of Christianity from the Fall of Jerusalem to the Dawn of the Reformation (Volume 1) by Kevin DeYoung
To be published October 20.
From the Amazon description:
“Scripture commands Christians to be a remembering people. Contemplating how God’s church has prevailed throughout war, heresy, political upheaval, and more, we will begin to grasp the bigger story of his work in the world and gain bold faith for our lives today.

In Church History for Everyone, Kevin DeYoung examines the development of the church from AD 70 to 1415 through the lives of key figures―including world leaders, theologians, martyrs, and the early monks―and their historical moments, connecting the dots with what came before and after while also highlighting the tensions that endure today. Join bishops as they assemble at the Council of Nicea in 325 AD. Learn how bold Christ followers, including Perpetua and Felicity, endured grisly persecution during the Roman Empire. Follow the ascetic abbot Bernard of Clairvaux as he preaches the gospel during the Crusades. DeYoung explores these and other extraordinary and significant events through captivating storytelling supported by rigorous research. His insights will help you think through important questions and appreciate the lives of our forebears in the faith. More than a collection of biographies, these momentous stories testify to God’s prevailing goodness yesterday, today, and forever. Volume 2 will cover Reformation history to modern church history (1415–present).

• A Historical and Biographical Look at Christianity: Highlights key events from AD 70 to 1415 through 20 engaging profiles and historical accounts
• Comprehensive: Examines significant events, including the transition of Christianity from a Jewish to Gentile tradition, the reign of the Emperor Titus, the Crusades, the dawn of the Reformation, and more
• Rich Study Resource: Features insightful discussion questions, ideal for entry-level survey courses as well as individual and small-group study
• From Kevin DeYoung: Pastor, seminary professor, and author of Daily Doctrine; Just Do Something; The Biggest Story Bible Storybook; and more
• Book One of a 2-Book Set: Volume 2 will cover Reformation history to modern church history (1415–present)
• Perfect for Students of History and Scripture: Helps readers learn about the past as they gain wisdom about the present and the future”

These are 12 new and upcoming books. I hope you are able to find something here that you will want to check out.