Seven Days That Divide the World: The Beginning According to Genesis and Science by John C. Lennox
A brief but thorough exploration of the primary interpretations of creation. Lennox discusses each of the current Christian viewpoints, including the positives and negatives of each view, and suggests that only a limited number are scientifically, theologically, and intellectually reasonable interpretations. In addition, he maintains throughout that Genesis teaches us far more about the God of Jesus Christ and about God’s intention for creation than it does about the age of the earth.

Finding the Right Hills to Die on by Gavin Ortlund
The polarization we are experiencing across the culture has not escaped the church. This book helps us take a look at what issues truly are worth dividing with our brothers and sisters over and which are matters of personal conviction–and how to preserve the unity of the local body as well as the Church universal.

Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain by John Ratey
This psychiatrist presents a compelling new case for the mind-body connection. We all know the body’s health is affected by the mind, but this book convincingly shows evidence of how much the body strengthens the mind and benefits the brain. Full of neuroscience and body chemistry, it is nevertheless a page turner.

iGen: Why Today’s Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy–and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood–and What That Means for the Rest of Us by Jean M. Twenge
There are a lot of opinions about the current generation of young people, many of them alarming. The author of this book, a social psychologist who studies generational trends, shares which of our conceptions are accurate and which are misconceptions. Twenge takes us on a tour of scientific data and personal interviews that helps us understand the mindset of this generation, both its strengths and weaknesses. This is an important book to help understand the challenges facing our children, as well as the peers they associate with.

Gift of Dyslexia: Why Some of the Smartest People Can’t Read…and How They Can Learn by Ronald D. Davis
Written by a man who grew up dyslexic, this book will give you a glimpse into the fascinating way your dyslexic child’s mind works. It provides you insight into their incredible strengths and a better understanding of their challenges. In addition, it includes exercises that may help their progress.

The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World by John Mark Comer
The title reveals the problem and the purpose of this book. Written in his usual conversational style, Comer gives practical guidelines for returning to a sane and satisfying pace of life.

Secular Creed: Engaging Five Contemporary Claims by Rebecca McLaughlin
The constant bombardment of our media driven culture dispenses lies right and left. As Christians navigate an increasingly secular society, it is crucial to think rightly, not react extremely. This book addresses five of the most dominant and ubiquitous contemporary claims and proposes  righteous, Biblical, and sensible thinking during the onslaught of the loud claims that swirl about us.

Habits of the Household: Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms by Justin Whitmel Earley
Many people struggle to connect the dots between Miss Mason’s principles for habit training and character development and the child in front of us–how to implement these ideals in a practical way. This book is just such a link, but without making a system or formula. We think this is a must read for all parents.

The Secret World of Weather: How to Read Signs in Every Cloud, Breeze, Hill, Street, Plant, Animal, and Dewdrop by Tristan Gooley
Today’s technology to predict the weather globally is truly unprecedented. But there is much to learn about the weather in our backyard that the meteorologists don’t care about because it’s TOO local. This book will allow you to look at the current set of clouds to know whether it will rain tomorrow or in the next hour. You’ll understand how the lay of the land affects your garden or the placement of your new house. You’ll know the best place to set your beach or picnic blanket.

Let Creation Rejoice: Biblical Hope and Ecological Crisis by Jonathan Moo
Many environmental topics are also politically controversial topics today, which can drive us to “choose a side” or bury our heads in the sand. However, as Christians, we are called to hope, not fear, and therefore we must begin with the Word of God from Genesis to Revelation. With the Bible’s vision of the future of all creation, this book introduces the environmental topics under consideration and encourages Christians to take our stewardship responsibility seriously.

A Sand County Almanac: And Sketches Here and There by Aldo Leopold
This classic book of nature lore is a delight to read. Mr. Leopold shares his seasonal observations of his local natural landscape in Wisconsin as well as notes from various travels. His sympathy with nature and intense interest in the world around him ignites the reader’s desire to conserve their natural landscape as well. The book closes with several essays calling us to preserve and protect the wildlife around us, both flora and fauna.