New & Recent Releases - Great Spring Reading

A Life With Purpose

Graham Davison

Drawing on a wealth of life and ministry experience, Pastor Graham Davison encourages us to seek true purpose and embrace all that God has in store for us. Weaving together stories from his own adventures, and things learnt along the way, Graham invites us to explore a life of inspiration, adventure and learning, to discover the abundance that Jesus spoke about in John 10:10. Insightful, relatable and wise, this book opens up the possibility of a life that is anything but boring, where our calling and service make a difference in the lives of others, for good and for God.

Available as a printed book or ebook.

Hypothetically Speaking

Bridget Ingham

"It hadn't occurred to me how scientists ended up on TV. I wasn't interested in becoming one of them, but clearly Andy was." Kate's journey from undergraduate student to scientific researcher wasn't entirely planned - she simply wanted to do her best and make the most of every opportunity. Her path keeps crossing with Andy, a friend from university who is also trying to make a name for himself. Andy's rise to fame is meteoric, but Kate knows he isn't the expert he is regarded to be. All she can do is hold on to her most valuable possession - her integrity - and hope the truth will be revealed. An intriguing New Zealand novel.

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The Whole Armour of God: The Tale of Nibble & the Penguin's Quest

Rich Blackwood

On the beautiful Creation Island, Nibble is just starting to make his way in the world. But the day turns out to be something very unexpected. Nibble finds himself on a dangerous quest that leads to a mighty battle to save his loved ones from an attack by their most vicious enemy - the evil skua birds! This stunningly illustrated, quirky and exciting spiritual adventure for children of 11 to 111, shows how, with the strength and protection of the Armour of God, the Lord of heaven and earth can change lives, futures and destinies by His unchanging eternal Love. Nibble the penguin will never be the same!

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Peace and Love

Jenny Bird

What does it mean to survive the devastation of child loss? To lose a child, and yet find a way to enjoy life again? Peace and Love: A Mother's Quest for Answers is a powerful and deeply personal journey through deep loss and grief. When Jenny's son, Adam, died suddenly, her world was turned upside down. Drawing on her experience, she shares vivid and compelling personal stories and biblical insights that honestly explore the pain of loss and the path toward healing.

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The Broken Believer

Melissa O'Shaughnessy

Sometimes, the very places that challenge faith are the places where it grows the deepest. In this deeply personal and reflective book, Melissa weaves together timeless stories from scripture with honest insights from her own journey. Through seasons of struggle, transition, and hope, she explores how the eternal truths of God's Word continue to illuminate the challenges of modern life.

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The Heart of Money

Blaze Ginio

In The Heart of Money, Blaze Ginio challenges everything you think you know about wealth. This is not another "how to get rich" guide. Instead, it asks a deeper question: Why does money hold such power over us? Blending financial insight with spiritual conviction, this book exposes how money shapes our desires, distorts our vision, and quietly becomes our master. Through honest reflection and biblical wisdom, Ginio invites you to examine what your spending, saving, and striving reveal about your soul.

Conversations with the King

Jane Potter

In the everyday events of life - the good times and the challenging - God invites us into a conversation with Him. In this book, Jane Potter shares stories from her personal life and faith journey, and about the growing connection with the King that has been woven through it all. She invites us to explore our own relationship with the One who guides us and helps us grow - in the ordinary and extraordinary places life's path may take us.

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YHWH: The Trinity

Duncan Munro

YHWH - the Trinity - Father, Son & Holy Spirit - Same / Same / Same - Not: sort of similar / sort similar / sort of similar. In this unique book, Duncan Munro explores the meaning of the Trinity and how an understanding of this truth impacts the Christian life. Published by Duncan Munro, available from Castle.

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MakeHer: Let Your Maker Define You

Wendy Shipman

Your past does not define you. The Maker of your soul is still writing your story. At sixteen, Wendy Shipman faced the life changing challenge of an unplanned pregnancy. For decades she carried the silent grief of her firstborn daughter - a hidden ache, a hole in her soul only God could heal. More than a life story, this book is a testimony of transformation. Each chapter closes with a devotional, inviting you to pause, reflect, and let His Word breathe life into your own journey of healing and wholeness.

They Carved a Wider Place for Women

Beulah Wood

Amelia Randall, Elinor Thornton, Nell Jones, Mere Pou, Dame Vivienne Boyd - women whose stories history has overlooked. These and others acted at a time when "acceptable" roles for women were defined by a world that favoured men. This book tells 36 such stories, filling a gap in Baptist history, and the history of New Zealand Christianity in general. It shows how God may offer unexpected opportunities to serve, and inspires us to pursue our own unique calling.

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Fifty-Two: Birth of a Soul Runner

Campbell Forlong

After he'd completed three random marathon runs on consecutive weekends, Campbell's brother Paul phoned. "I see you've run three marathons in three weeks - you planning to run 52 marathons in 52 weeks?" he asked, half joking. It was all the invitation Campbell needed. What followed was an utterly life-changing adventure. Along the way, during that year an equally important pursuit took place as Campbell began a journey into the meaning of love. How to love and be loved became even more important than distances and destinations - it was the birth of a soul runner.

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My Story: A Journey of Faith

Nick Klinkenberg

Nick and Karen Klinkenberg have been leading and planting churches since 1983 and have been in church and movement leadership roles for nearly forty years. In 2008 they handed over their church and moved into an overseeing (apostolic) role in Vision Churches Network which they founded. For a time, they based themselves in Europe to sow the dream of igniting church planting networks. Beginning with his roots in The Netherlands, and taking in the highs and lows of life - music, art, leadership, church planting and more - this book is Nick's reflective and inspirational telling of his eventful life story.

Learning to See the Invisible God

Clive S. Wilson

Most people today are not too interested in just the theology of faith. They are wanting a faith encounter. In this book Clive shares eighty stories from his life that reveal a God who wants to make himself known to us and express his life through us. This is a must-read for anyone who is wanting a road-tested insight into what it means to fully embrace a Jesus-centred faith before deciding whether to take this step themselves - or followers of Jesus who are longing for freshness in their experience of God.

The Lamp, the Oil and the Flame

A.E. & D.L. Hall

It would not do for the distinguished groom to arrive at his own wedding without an escort to announce his exceeding marvellousness! Ten bridesmaids are given an important task. Beautifully illustrated in a graphical painted style, The Lamp, the Oil and the Flame is based on a clever little story found in the Bible, in Matthew 25:1-13, the parable of the Ten Bridemaids.

Why Democracy Matters

John Norsworthy

A timely introduction to biblical teaching about government that tells the story of democracy from a biblical / Christian perspective, and provides a clear message about the necessity of Christian faith as the underpinning of a moral and healthy democracy. It encourages the Christian community to discern the way God would have the people of the Christian church live effectively within our times, and to pursue the role we're called to serve within our own precious democracies.

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Together

Shell Shaw

Do you ever find yourself at a loss when it comes to family devotions? Where do you start? What do you do? Then Together Devotions is for you! If you want faith to be an integral part of your family, this book will create real-life conversations with practical applications, all based on God's Word, the Bible. Each devotion is designed to be an easy and convenient part of everyday life - not an added stress! Beautifully illustrated in full colour, Together is a tool to help you chat with your little people about faith and Jesus, bringing you closer together as a family.