New Releases by Kevin DeYoung

Several of us at 9Marks recently spent a long afternoon with a wise old friend talking about the conversation evangelicals are having about the mission of the church. There are two basic mistakes people keep making in this conversation, said our friendly sage. On the one hand, some people pit good things against one another-bodies versus souls, this world versus the next, and so forth. This group needs to view human beings whole cloth.On the other hand, some people fail to hold up eternal and temporal realities next to one another and ask which is more important. Everything is crammed under the label "equally important." But that doesn''t make sense. We need to treat the weighty things as weighty, and the weightiest things as the weightiest.Notice then what our friend was doing: he was avoiding the "either/or" as well as a simplistic "both/and." He was instead going for what Tim Keller, refer-ring to the relationship between evangelism and social justice, calls an "inseparable asymmetry." Things can be stuck together, but still differ greatly in their importance.Whatever you might think about our friend''s counsel, the conversation about the church''s mission is difficult, which is why we are devoting this Journal to reviewing the books on the topic. That way, you don''t have to just hear from us, but from people who have thought about these issues longer and more carefully than we have.

Bottom line: the local church,institutionally speaking, is calledto teach. That is its job. Lose that,you lose everything. But that institutionis made up of humanbeings who must go and do. Andwhere institutional resources(staff time, budget monies, etc.)are available for something morethan teaching, they might bewisely and wonderfully stewardedin helping church membersto pursue the good deeds that Jesuscommands them to do.For these reasons, 9Markswants to offer constructive helpfor how local churches mightpursue such organized mercyministry.

Christ has authorized the congregation and its leaders to act with authority in our lives. That''s not a popular idea among Westerners, but this is the skeleton which keeps the body, otherwise healthy, from slouching to the floor. It''s the bowl which keeps the soup from spilling everywhere. Looking across the evangelical landscape, do you know what I see? A lot of splattered soup. Oh, it''s tasty soup, but it has nothing to contain it and the dogs have been licking it up for years.One illustration of this: con-sider the stereotypical evangelical youth group. You get gospel teaching. Sometimes gospel worldview formation. Sincere professions. And heart-felt worship. But there''s little formal account-ability, structure, and discipline because the group is not a part of the church. Result: the kids go to college and the majority abandon the faith or at least live like they have. You can see the splatter. The real problem is, how many churches operate this way. That brings us to this episode of the 9Marks'' "Polity is Kool Show." Today we turn to the theme of church member-ship. And, boy, do we have a show for you. Several brothers give us a biblical, historical, and sociological look. Several more of us consider the importance of membership. And then a few more offer wise pastoral advice on implementing membership in your church.

Questo libro è una brillante e concisa esposizione sull’autorità e la sufficienza delle Scritture, che si fonda su ciò che la Bibbia dice di sé stessa. La chiarezza e la passione, che contraddistinguono gli scritti di DeYoung, sono presenti anche in questo scritto; e lo sono in modo spiccato. La sua capacità di rendere accessibili e appetibili al lettore temi dottrinali come questo è del tutto peculiare. L’argomento, infatti, è trattato in modo efficace e rigoroso, ma anche con intelligente umorismo e buon senso. Questo libro ti sarà utile a combattere l’ignoranza biblica ormai dilagante, mentre il tuo amore, la tua fiducia e sottomissione alla Parola di Dio aumenteranno.

It has been five hundred years since Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the door of the All Saints'' Church in Wittenberg, Germany. Luther''s theses called for the reform of the church and served as the catalyst for the Protestant Reformation. Its impact is still felt today. This Bible study examines the five core truths that came from the Reformation, now referred to as the solas. Group members will explore these essential convictions of the faith and emerge more immersed in the gospel of Jesus Christ. The solas include: Sola Scriptura (by Scripture alone) Sola gratia (by grace alone) Sola fide (through faith alone) Solus Christus (through Christ alone) Soli Deo gloria (glory to God alone) How is the Reformation still relevant today? As political pressure mounts, morality drifts with today''s culture, and evangelicalism becomes more and more refined in a post-Christian world, it''s even more important to hold the convictions of the great Reformation closer than ever. In short, the solas point us to vibrant Christian community as well as personal identity in Christ. As you''ll see in this study, the solas are more than cold Latin terms that academics throw around in church-history books. The five solas, like the Reformation itself, are intensely practical. They were the DNA of the Reformation and are still the DNA of the church today. They are grounded in a real-life, everyday following of Jesus. They''re the most important, basic scriptural truths you can ever believe. We stand on the shoulders of Christians in the past, and knowing where we came from will help us keep moving forward with passion and biblical clarity. Echoes of the Reformation Leader Kit contains a Bible Study Book and 1 DVD with a promotional video and six 15- to 20-minute video sessions featuring authors Kevin DeYoung, Al Mohler, and Trevin Wax. These panel discussions introduce the topic, overview historical significance, explore the theological meanings of the solas, and include illustrations for applying these key transformative truths.

It has been five hundred years since Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the door of the All Saints'' Church in Wittenberg, Germany. Luther''s theses called for the reform of the church and served as the catalyst for the Protestant Reformation. Its impact is still felt today. This Bible study examines the five core truths that came from the Reformation, now referred to as the solas. Group members will explore these essential convictions of the faith and emerge more immersed in the gospel of Jesus Christ. The solas include: Sola Scriptura (by Scripture alone) Sola gratia (by grace alone) Sola fide (through faith alone) Solus Christus (through Christ alone) Soli Deo gloria (glory to God alone) How is the Reformation still relevant today? As political pressure mounts, morality drifts with today''s culture, and evangelicalism becomes more and more refined in a post-Christian world, it''s even more important to hold the convictions of the great Reformation closer than ever. In short, the solas point us to vibrant Christian community as well as personal identity in Christ. As you''ll see in this study, the solas are more than cold Latin terms that academics throw around in church-history books. The five solas, like the Reformation itself, are intensely practical. They were the DNA of the Reformation and are still the DNA of the church today. They are grounded in a real-life, everyday following of Jesus. They''re the most important, basic scriptural truths you can ever believe. We stand on the shoulders of Christians in the past, and knowing where we came from will help us keep moving forward with passion and biblical clarity. Echoes of the Reformation Bible Study Book includes small-group experiences for six sessions, individual study opportunities, applicable Scripture, "How to Use This Study," and tips for leading a group. Features: - Biblically rooted and gospel-centered content - Six small-group sessions that include an introductory session and application of the five solas - Individual study opportunities for ongoing spiritual growth - Group and personal components Benefits: - Give group members a better understanding of the Reformation''s impact on today''s church. - Understand the weighty importance of the inspired Word of God. - Help group members discern the theological nuances of grace and its role in the life of a disciple. - Enhance a believer''s understanding of the biblical and historical depth of the Christian faith. - Realize that Christ alone provides all life''s answers. - Show group members how to live life for the glory of God and renew their commitment to this biblical mandate. Brandon D. Smith works with the Christian Standard Bible and teaches theology at various schools. He''s also the author of Rooted: Theology for Growing Christians and They Spoke of Me: How Jesus Unlocks the Old Testament, and co-hosts the Word Matters podcast. He holds a BA in Biblical Studies from Dallas Baptist University, an MA in Systematic & Historical Theology from Criswell College, and is pursuing a PhD in Theology at Ridley College in Melbourne, Australia. He lives near Nashville, Tennessee with his wife, Christa, and their two daughters.

This board book, written by best-selling author Kevin DeYoung and illustrated by Don Clark, introduces young children to the big story of the Bible one letter at a time. --Publisher.

The conscience seems somewhat mysterious. We''re often not really sure how to listen to it, if we can trust it or what role it should play in our lives. Kevin DeYoung shows us it isn''t something to be puzzled over but rather that a conscience is something good, given by God. As you read this book, you''ll discover freedom from the low-level guilt and shame we commonly experience. DeYoung explains that when we daily turn to Christ, we experience a clear conscience that comes with knowing that Jesus blood covers all our wrong.

Che cosa significa essere santi? Perché ci dovrebbe interessare un tema del genere? Come possiamo cambiare le cose nella nostra vita cristiana? Questo libro è per chi vuole prendere sul serio la santità, per quelli che non vogliono soltanto iniziare, pieni d’entusiasmo, un’esperienza di fede, ma che desiderano davvero assomigliare a Gesù, disposti a vivere alla luce della Parola di Dio e, per grazia divina, testimoniare fattivamente di una vita trasformata, una consacrazione sperimentabile oggi, nella nostra società secolarizzata e ipertecnologica.

Pourquoi la Bible est accessible, nécessaire et suffisante, et ce que ça veut dire pour vous et moi La Parole de Dieu est-elle vraiment la vérité ? Quelle est son utilité pour nos vies ? Sommes-nous réellement capables de la comprendre ? Kevin DeYoung a une bonne nouvelle pour vous : la Bible a le pouvoir de changer votre vie. L''auteur démontre son infaillibilité, la nécessité de s''en imprégner, de la connaître, l''aimer et la mettre en pratique au quotidien. Ce livre accessible à tous ravivera votre désir de mieux connaître Dieu à travers sa Parole. Alors, débarrassez-vous de tout préjugé et régalez-vous de la vérité !

Il était une fois un homme et une femme. Ils étaient les gens les plus heureux de la terre. Il faut dire qu''ils étaient aussi les seules personnes vivant sur la terre... mais on sait quand même qu''ils étaient formidablement heureux ! Malheureusement, les choses ne sont pas restées heureuses et merveilleuses très longtemps... La Bible est un livre plein d''histoires formidables ! Si certaines font frémir, d''autres sont d''une beauté à couper le souffle. Mais ce qu''on ne sait pas toujours, c''est que toutes ces belles petites histoires sont liées les unes aux autres. Ensemble, elles forment La plus grande histoire ! Et cette grande histoire, c''est l''histoire de Dieu qui vient au secours d''un peuple de rebelles. C''est cette grande histoire qui donne un sens à toutes les petites histoires de la Bible. Grâce au livre de Kevin DeYoung, magnifiquement illustré par Don Clark, nous découvrirons que les promesses de Dieu sont bien plus grandes et surprenantes que tout ce que nous pouvions imaginer. Et la plus belle des promesses de Dieu, la plus extraordinaire sans aucun doute, c''est celle-ci : un jour, Dieu allait envoyer un homme exceptionnel, un libérateur, celui qui allait écraser le serpent afin de nous ramener dans son merveilleux jardin. : Notre histoire commence d''ailleurs dans un beau jardin, le jardin d''Eden...

Dans ce livre qui arrive a point nomme, l''auteur Kevin DeYoung nous incite tous - que l''on soit sceptique ou ouvert d''esprit, convaincu ou indecis - a examiner humblement ce que la Parole de Dieu enseigne au sujet de l''homosexualite. Apres avoir examine des passages cles de l''Ancien Testament et du Nouveau Testament ainsi que les enseignements bibliques qui se rattachent a la sexualite, DeYoung reagit aux principaux arguments des chretiens et des non-chretiens concernant l''homosexualite, ce qui fait de ce livre une ressource indispensable pour analyser l''un des sujets les plus controverses de notre epoque.

The earliest Christians had the privilege of bearing the name of Jesus Christ to enemies of the gospel. They were residents of the Roman Republic, but also citizens of heaven. They were persecuted for their faith, but were unashamed of the gospel. They knew him whom they believed and were persuaded he was able to deliver them from evil. Fast-forward twenty centuries. Spiritual temperatures are again dropping. These citizens of heaven are now resident throughout the world, and are being granted the privilege of the early saints. As nations grow ever more hostile to Christ and his followers, Jesus summons those who bear his name to be unashamed. He is the only hope of salvation for all who repent and believe. In Unashamed of the Gospel, authors Matt Chandler, R. Albert Mohler Jr., John MacArthur, Thabiti Anyabwile, Mark Dever, Kevin DeYoung, J. Ligon Duncan III, John Piper, and David Platt come together for the gospel to encourage Christians with Paul''s pastoral plea to Timothy: "do not be ashamed about the testimony of our Lord" (2 Timothy 1:8).

In WHAT DOES THE BIBLE REALLY TEACH ABOUT HOMOSEXUALITY?, award-winning author Kevin DeYoung challenges each of us – the skeptic and the seeker, the certain and the confused – to take a humble look at God’s Word regarding the issue of homosexuality. After examining key biblical passages in both the Old and New Testaments and the Bible’s overarching teaching regarding sexuality, this timely book responds to popular objections raised by Christians and non-Christians alike, making this an indispensable resource for thinking through one of the most pressing issues of our day.

Este libro te ayudará a comprender lo que la Biblia dice sobre sí misma, así como las características claves que contribuyen a su duradera trascendencia. This book will help you understand what the Bible says about itself and the key characteristics that contribute to its lasting significance.

Cea mai buna carte crestina a anului — premiu de excelenta oferit in anul 2014 de Evangelical Christian Publishers Association O carte (surprinzator de) mica despre o problema (intr-adevar) mare Sunt extrem de ocupat! De cate ori n-am auzit aceasta declaratie? Toti am rostit-o. Prea adesea, aglomeratia pune stapanire pe noi... O privire prin agenda noastra incarcata ne spune ceea ce stim deja – ca e greu sa gasesti un echilibru intre a nu face nimic si a face totul. Acesta este si motivul pentru care Kevin DeYoung abordeaza problema vietii extrem de ocupate ca tema principala, facand apel nu la arsenalul tipic de sfaturi pentru un mai bun management al timpului, ci la instrumentele biblice de care avem nevoie pentru a ajunge la sursa problemei si a reusi sa o starpim din radacini. Extrem de ocupat este o carte practica si foarte concisa, ce te ajuta sa pui capat „vietii aglomerate ca normalitate”.

Una simple mirada a nuestros ocupados horarios nos muestra lo duro que puede ser encontrar un equilibrio bien razonado entre no hacer nada y hacerlo todo.u003cpu003ePor eso el autor y pastor Kevin DeYoung trata de frente el problema de la actividad excesiva en su nuevo libro Súper ocupados, y no con el típico arsenal de consejos sobre la administración del tiempo, sino con las herramientas bíblicas que necesitamos para descubrir la causa del problema y eliminarlo de raíz.u003cpu003eEste libro es muy práctico y súper corto. Te ayudará a poner fin al problema de estar demasiado ocupado.u003cpu003eu003ciu003eJust one look at our jam-packed schedules tells us how hard it can be to strike a well-reasoned balance between doing nothing and doing it all.u003cpu003eThat’s why award-winning author and pastor Kevin DeYoung addresses the busyness problem head-on in his newest book, Crazy Busy—and not with the typical arsenal of time management tips, but rather with the biblical tools we need to get to the source of the issue and pull the problem out by the roots.u003cpu003eHighly practical and super short, Crazy Busy will help you put an end to “busyness as usual.”

Ons almal het dit al gehoor én gesê: “Ek is net té besig.” Te dikwels kry besig-wees die oorhand oor ons, maar daar is hoop ... Bekroonde skrywer Kevin DeYoung pak die probleem van besig-wees in NÉT 24 UUR! aan met die Bybelse gereedskap wat ons nodig het om by die probleem self uit te kom en dit met wortel en tak uit te roei. NÉT 24 UUR! kyk na spesifieke lokvalle en struikelblokke in ons besige leefstyl, soos: Wees versigtig vir trots, God verwag nie dit alles van jou nie, jy het prioriteite nodig, raak gerus oor jou kinders en die belangrikheid van rus. Lesers kan ook na CrazyBusyBook.com gaan om besprekingsvrae af te laai en na video’s te kyk. NÉT 24 UUR! sal jou help om net ’n bietjie asem te skep en te kyk na wat werklik belangrik is.

Can we trust the Bible completely? Is it sufficient for our complicated lives? Can we really know what it teaches? With his characteristic wit and clarity, award-winning author Kevin DeYoung has written an accessible introduction to the Bible that answers important questions raised by Christians and non-Christians. This book will help you understand what the Bible says about itself and the key characteristics that contribute to its lasting significance. Avoiding technical jargon, this winsome volume will encourage you to read and believe the Bible—confident that it truly is God''s word.

Qui n''a pas déjà été trop occupé ? C''est une réalité qui nous rattrape tous à un moment ou à un autre de notre vie. Nous n''avons qu''à consulter notre emploi du temps pour constater à quel point nous avons de la difficulté à mener une vie équilibrée. Pourtant, un rythme de vie complètement fou n''est pas ce que Dieu désirait pour nous lorsqu''il a envoyé son Fils pour que nous goûtions pleinement à la vie. Imprégné de l''humour caractéristique et de la sincérité rafraîchissante de l''auteur à succès Kevin DeYoung, Vie de fou présente des principes bibliques qui nous aident à mieux comprendre les problèmes liés à l''affairement. Il propose des conseils pertinents pour discerner nos priorités et amener de vrais changements dans nos vies. Ce tout petit livre au sujet d''un très grand problème vous aidera à briser l''habitude d''ètre toujours trop occupé.

The hole in our holiness is that we don''t care much about holiness. Or, at the very least, we don''t understand it. And we all have our reasons too: Maybe the pursuit of holiness seems legalistic. Maybe it feels like one more thing to worry about in your already overwhelming life. Maybe the emphasis on effort in the Christian life appears unspiritual. Or maybe you''ve been trying really hard to be holy and it''s just not working! Whatever the case, the problem is clear: too few Christians look like Christ and too many don''t seem all that concerned about it. This is a book for those of us who are ready to take holiness seriously, ready to be more like Jesus, ready to live in light of the grace that produces godliness. This is a book about God''s power to help us grow in personal holiness and to enjoy the process of transformation.

Que veut dire etre saint ? Pourquoi devrions-nous nous en soucier ? Comment pouvons-nous changer ? La faille qui est exposee dans ce livre, c''est que nous nous soucions trop peu de la saintete ou que nous ne la comprenons pas assez pour lui accorder la place qu''elle devrait avoir dans notre vie. Malheureusement, un trop grand nombre de chretiens ne semblent pas tres preoccupes par cela. Kevin DeYoung nous rappelle les nombreuses exhortations de la Parole a rechercher la saintete. Il ramene une verite a la fois impopulaire et liberatrice a la surface, la verite que Dieu est saint et qu''il veut que nous le soyons aussi. Sans pression ni legalisme, DeYoung partage une vision belle et equilibree de la loi et de la grace. En presentant la beaute et la puissance de notre saintete, il transmet au lecteur, non seulement le desir d''etre saint, mais aussi l''espoir de le devenir.

Winner of the 2014 Christian Book of the Year Award "I''M TOO BUSY!" We''ve all heard it. We''ve all said it. All too often, busyness gets the best of us. Just one look at our jam-packed schedules tells us how hard it can be to strike a well-reasoned balance between doing nothing and doing it all. That''s why award-winning author and pastor Kevin DeYoung addresses the busyness problem head on in his newest book, Crazy Busy — and not with the typical arsenal of time management tips, but rather with the biblical tools we need to get to the source of the issue and pull the problem out by the roots. Highly practical and super short, Crazy Busy will help you put an end to "busyness as usual."

This collection of essays offers timely and valuable core teachings of an evangelical movement dedicated to the gospel of Christ and a Scripture-based reformation of ministry practices.

Social justice and mission are hot topics today: there''s a wonderful resurgence of motivated Christians passionate about spreading the gospel and caring for the needs of others. But in our zeal to get sharing and serving, many are unclear on gospel and mission. Yes, we are called to spend ourselves for the sake of others, but what is the church''s unique priority as it engages the world? DeYoung and Gilbert write to help Christians "articulate and live out their views on the mission of the church in ways that are theologically faithful, exegetically careful, and personally sustainable." Looking at the Bible''s teaching on evangelism, social justice, and shalom, they explore the what, why, and how of the church''s mission. From defining "mission", to examining key passages on social justice and their application, to setting our efforts in the context of God''s rule, DeYoung and Gilbert bring a wise, studied perspective to the missional conversation. Readers in all spheres of ministry will grow in their understanding of the mission of the church and gain a renewed sense of urgency for Jesus'' call to preach the Word and make disciples.

A few years into his current pastoral role, Kevin DeYoung was faced with a church that needed to replace its well-worn pew Bibles. DeYoung wrote to his congregation, outlining seven reasons why he preferred the English Standard Version (ESV) and was proposing its adoption. Among his top reasons for switching to the ESV DeYoung noted its essentially literal translation philosophy, avoidance of over- and under-translation, consistency in translating important Greek and Hebrew words, and retention of important literary features. DeYoung''s letter has been newly edited and put into booklet form. Sold individually or in packs of ten, Why Our Church Switched to the ESV is an excellent tool for pastors or lay leaders seeking to learn more about the English Standard Version.

An innovative new way to tell the gospel message, this tract illustrates how Gods story of redemption is shown throughout the entire Bible.