FROM YOUR BCC LIBRARY
By Nancy Henderson | Library Team
As we rapidly approach spring, it seems a good time to feature a few of the books added to our BCC Library just last week:
The Apostles’ Creed, by J. I. Packer, is a 92-page overview of this foundational statement of the Christian Faith considered section by section. Although brief, Mr. Packer’s book provides interesting, easy-to-read insights for both those new to the Creed, and those who have been reciting it for years.
Another book on the subject, The Apostles’ Creed: A Guide to the Ancient Catechism, by Ben Myers is a more recent publication. Written for twenty-first century readers, it considers the Creed word-by-word and phrase-by-phrase in 135 pages with illustrations.
Both books are shelved in the Theology section of the library.
In the past few decades, “Evangelical” and “salvation” have been subjects of both confusion and criticism. A collection of scholarly essays by nine evangelical authors explores the topic of salvation from the Evangelical perspective. What Does It Mean to Be Saved?: Broadening Evangelical Horizons of Salvation was edited by John G. Stackhouse in 2002. It, too, can be found in the Theology section.
In Don’t Hide Your Light Under a Laundry Basket: 150 Bright Ideas for Wannabe World Changers, Jenny Rae Armstrong offers easy-to-implement suggestions for ways to impact your world for Christ. Written primarily for women in the midst of career and/or raising a family, most of Armstrong’s two-page suggestions could readily be utilized by youth, singles, or men in most any stage of life. It’s in the Christian Living section.
John Ortberg invites you to consider the incredible potential that awaits you outside your comfort zone. Out on the risky waters of faith, Jesus is waiting to meet you in ways that will change you forever, deepening your character and your trust in God. But as Peter discovered, If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat. Find it in the Christian Living section.
Ryan Whitaker Smith and Dan Wilt have authored two books of beautiful Prayers Inspired by the Psalms – Sheltering Mercy and Endless Grace. Suitable for personal or corporate prayer or devotional life, these books can be found in the Devotionals and Prayers section.
With several weeks of the Lent and Easter season remaining, remember to check out the seasonal books on the cart at the entrance to the library.