April 2025 | LISLE, IL — InterVarsity Press (IVP) is excited to announce the return of The Disrupters podcast featuring special guests Christine Caine, Phil Vischer, Hosanna Wong, Tod Bolsinger, and more. The first episode releases on Wednesday, April 9, and the host for this sixth season on the topic of leadership will be Nicole Massie Martin, IVP author and Chief Operating Officer at Christianity Today.

Massie Martin said, “I am THRILLED to be part of The Disrupters this season because these conversations are so relevant for the times in which we live. People are crying out for new forms of leadership. They have been so wounded by the principles of the past, and they are yearning for leadership that brings healing and hope. I sincerely believe that as they listen to this series, they will hear the voice of God calling them into a new season of restoration, revival, and resurrection!”

Each season of The Disrupters has asked a specific question about disruption. Seasons 1 and 2 of The Disrupters asked the question, “What does it mean to disrupt the church?” Seasons 3 and 4 asked the question, “What does it mean to disrupt culture?” Season 5 asked the question, “What does it mean to disrupt ourselves—and the noise?” during an election season?

In season 6 Nicole Massie Martin will ask the question, “What does it mean to disrupt leadership?”

Massie Martin will reveal healthy leadership disruptions that lead to flourishing in the home, the workplace, the church, and the world. In these insightful conversations, Nicole and her guests will inspire listeners to crucify their leadership idols and nail outdated leadership practices to the cross.

“I hope listeners are challenged to think differently about how we can lead and live more surrendered and sacrificial lives for the sake of Christ,” said Massie Martin. “I hope they will hear words of encouragement and see visions of hope, knowing that crucifixion always leads to resurrection and temporal surrender always leads to eternal reward.”

The Disrupters podcast will once again feature stories of positive disruption from both emerging and trusted voices within Christianity. These authors, pastors, scholars, activists, and leaders tell their honest stories about the experiences that have challenged their thinking about faith, the church, and their calling in life.

The Disrupters season 6 topics and voices include:

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April 2, Season 6 Introduction, Nicole Massie Martin

Nicole Massie Martin, author of Nailing It, serves as Executive Director of Soulfire International Ministries and leader of the Grow Ministry at Kingdom Fellowship AME Church in Maryland.

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April 9, Crucifying Power, Hosanna Wong

Hosanna Wong is an international speaker, spoken word artist, and the author of How (Not) to Save the World.

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April 16, Crucifying Ego, Chrishan Jeyaratnam

Chrishan Jeyaratnam and his wife, Danielle, are the Lead Pastors at Hillsong East Coast.

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April 23, Crucifying Influence, Christine Caine

Christine Caine is a speaker, activist, and author of more than a dozen books and studies. She and her husband, Nick, founded the anti-human trafficking organization, The A21 Campaign, which works at the local, domestic, and international level to end modern-day slavery.

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April 30, Crucifying Perfection, Tod Bolsinger

Tod Bolsinger is the founder and principal at AE Sloan Leadership Inc., the executive director of the DePree Center Church Leadership Institute, and associate professor of leadership formation at Fuller Seminary. He is the author of numerous books on leadership, including Canoeing the Mountains.

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May 7, Crucifying Loyalty, Natasha Sistrunk Robinson

Natasha Sistrunk Robinson is President and CEO of T3 Leadership Solutions, Inc., and Natasha Sistrunk Robinson Ministries, and the Visionary Founder and Chairperson of the nonprofit Leadership LINKS, Inc. She is the author of several books, including A Sojourner’s Truth, also the name of her podcast.

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May 14, Crucifying Materialism, Bob Doll

Bob Doll is CEO and Chief Investment Officer of Crossmark Global Investments, a faith-based management firm. He also serves or has served on a number of boards including the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals, Christianity Today, Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary, and The Lausanne Movement.

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May 21, Crucifying Scale, Geoffrey Dudley Sr.

Bishop Geoffrey V. Dudley Sr. is the founding and senior pastor of New Life in Christ Church, one of the fastest growing churches in the Metro East area of St. Louis, Missouri. He is the author of Leading Through Storms.

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May 28, Crucifying Expectations, Joanna Meyer

Joanna Meyer is the founder and executive director of Women, Work, & Calling, a national initiative that equips Christian women for faith-formed influence in public life. She is also the author of Women, Work, & Calling.

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June 4, Crucifying Performance, Sheila Wise Rowe and Nicholas Rowe

Sheila Wise Rowe has over thirty years of experience offering counseling and spiritual direction to abuse and trauma survivors and to emerging and established leaders in the United States. She is the author of the award-winning Healing Racial Trauma.

Nicholas Rowe is a historian and the Hansen Associate Professor of Leadership at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He is the coauthor, with his wife, Sheila, of Healing Leadership Trauma.

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June 11, Crucifying Speed, Phil Vischer

Phil Vischer is a writer, speaker, filmmaker and founder of Big Idea Productions, Jellyfish Labs, and the co-creator and storyteller behind the popular series Veggie Tales and What’s in the Bible? He is also one of the hosts of The Holy Post podcast.

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Massie Martin said, “Each guest in this series shares a uniquely relevant perspective on how we should challenge ourselves to live and lead differently. They come from a variety of spaces and yet they all point to the same thing: the price of our surrender and the power of transformation through Christ. Trust me, you will want to listen to every single one!”

The Disrupters podcast will be available through Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast distributors.

Contact | Krista Clayton | kclayton@ivpress.com

 

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., April 7, 2025—PRH Christian Publishing is thrilled for Elisabeth Hasselbeck at the debut of her new picture book, God’s Masterpiece: An Adventure in Discovering Your Worth (illustrated by Julia Seal, WaterBrook, March 25, 2025) at #4 on the New York Times Children’s Picture Book Bestsellers List.

Hasselbeck, a former host of “The View” and former anchor on “Fox & Friends” as well as the author of the bestseller Flashlight Night, takes kids on a tour of an art museum. As they marvel at the vibrant colors and incredible designs, they learn that God has crafted them as His very own works of art. Kids are delighted to discover their own reflection inside the book with an inset mirror surrounded by an illustrated frame announcing that they are God’s masterpiece!

“The message that each human being is God’s beloved masterpiece is both timeless and timely, and one every child—and adult!—needs to hear over and over again,” said Sarah Rubio, Executive Editor, PRH Christian. “It’s a joy to see that message reach the hands of so many precious children through Elisabeth’s heartfelt words and Julia’s lovingly created art.”

For the book’s launch, Hasselbeck was welcomed back to “Fox & Friends,” joined friend Lara Spencer for a segment on “Good Morning America,” was reunited with long-time friend and former co-host of “The View” Sherri Shepherd on her daytime television program  “Sherri,” and caught up with former colleague Brian Kilmeade on his Fox Radio Show “Kilmeade.”

Hasselbeck shared on her Instagram, “I’m praying the truth of God’s promise and His message continue to bless little readers with this book that He allowed me to write. We are His good idea. We are His masterpiece!”

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:  Elisabeth Hasselbeck is the bestselling author of Flashlight Night and winner of a Daytime Emmy Award. She is a mother of three and is married to ESPN/NFL correspondent and former NFL quarterback Tim Hasselbeck.

ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATOR:  Julia Seal is the popular illustrator of dozens of children’s books, including Flashlight Night. She lives in a small village in England with her husband and two children—who provide plenty of artistic inspiration.

WaterBrook is an imprint of PRH Christian Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC. For more information, visit www.waterbrookmultnomah.com

Contact: Beverly Rykerd, VP/Publicity Director, brykerd@penguinrandomhouse.com

ECPA recently presented 22 titles with Milestone Sales Awards: a Platinum Award to “The Ragamuffin Gospel” by Brennan Manning (Multnomah) for 1 million sold; Gold Awards for four titles that surpassed 500,000 sold; and Bronze Awards for 17 titles for 100,000 sold.  They are:

PLATINUM AWARD

The Ragamuffin Gospel
Brennan Manning
Multnomah, an imprint of Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group

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GOLD AWARD

On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness
Andrew Peterson
WaterBrook, an imprint of Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group

Seamless: Understanding the Bible as One Complete Story
Angie Smith
Lifeway Christian Resources

What Happens When Young Women Say Yes to God
Lysa TerKeurst
Harvest House Publishers

A Look at Life from a Deer Stand
Steve Chapman
Harvest House Publishers

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BRONZE AWARD

This Changes Everything
Jaquelle Crowe
Crossway

Caring for One Another
Edward T. Welch
Crossway

The Gospel Comes with a House Key
Rosaria Butterfield
Crossway

12 Ways Your Phone Is Changing You
Tony Reinke
Crossway

The Dawning of Indestructible Joy
John Piper
Crossway

Church Elders
Jeramie Rinne
Crossway

Deeper
Dane C. Ortlund
Crossway

ESV Journaling Study Bible
Crossway

ESV Spiral-Bound Journaling Bible
Crossway

ESV Women’s Study Bible
Crossway

Evangelism
J. Mack Stiles
Crossway

Providence
John Piper
Crossway

Everyday Gospel
Paul David Tripp
Crossway

Ten Words to Live By
Jen Wilkin
Crossway

Revelation: Eternal King, Everlasting Kingdom
Jen Wilkin
Lifeway Christian Resources

God Bless My Senior Moments
Karen O’Connor
Harvest House Publishers

Side-Splitting Knock-Knock Jokes for Kids
Bob Phillips
Harvest House Publishers

The ECPA Milestone Sales Awards recognize sales at 10 million, 1 million, 500,000 and 100,000. Award recipients in the last year will be honored at the upcoming ECPA Awards Celebration in Nashville.

More at ECPA.org/page/salesachievement

God Has Redeemed You for Himself

What does God’s abiding presence mean in moments of pain? Does he sympathize with us? Where is true rest in a world of stress and suffering? These are good questions, and our redemption in Christ speaks to every one of them. In You Are Redeemed: Devotions for Living a Whole New Life (New Growth Press/March 17, 2025), Nana Dolce helps women see how God, in his Word, draws near to make himself known.

Although we live in a dark world with disease, distress, distractions, and discouragement, God’s presence transforms each moment of each day, giving us the strength to persevere in love and faith. Through Dolce’s 40-day devotional journey through the book of Exodus, readers will experience how the same God who lived among his people long ago is still present today—guiding, helping, listening, delivering, and redeeming.​

In the introduction, Dolce writes, “Access to God’s presence during the book of Exodus is awesome, but it also presents a temporary system with strictly defined roles and boundaries. Simply put, certain people can approach God on specific occasions, and often at a distance. The reader can’t help but wonder, Is this as good as it gets? Is this restricted followership on Mount Sinai the closest God’s people will ever get to their Redeemer? Friend, the gospel gives an emphatic NO to that question! What began in Exodus has its complete fulfillment in Jesus Christ—the Son of God who came in the flesh to dwell with humanity and is preparing a place in God’s heavenly house for his church.”

At the beginning of each day, Dolce shares a mix of relatable modern-day and historical stories, then ties them back to the experiences of the Israelites to better understand how the book of Exodus is relevant to Christians today. You Are Redeemed follows an easy-to-follow format of a Scripture reading, devotional reflection, and simple application questions and is suitable for individuals or small groups. The devotions are relatable for busy women of all ages and stages, making this book perfect for gift-giving as well. Women will experience the presence of God​and learn to lean on him as they journey through this broken world.

“You Are Redeemed will take you on an eight-week journey to encounter the Redeemer who: 1) remembers, 2) redeems, 3) provides, 4) covenants, 5) reveals, 6) judges and restores, 7) prepares, and 8) dwells with his people. Sister, in Christ, you have been redeemed by one greater than Moses for a whole new life,” Dolce explains. “You can face the joys and pains of today with this confident hope: The God who redeemed you for himself is at this moment sustaining and preparing you for a glorious eternal home with him! We are the new covenant people of God—women redeemed from the bondage of sin and death. This is true—and yet, the full experience of our redemption is still to come.”

This beautifully designed devotional is the third in the Gospel Truth for Women series, helping women to identify their struggles, go to Scripture to meet God, then share those truths with family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers. Previously released titles include You Are Welcomed by Trish Donohue and You Are Secure by Aimee Joseph. Additional titles will be released in fall 2025 and beyond by a variety of authors.

You Are Redeemed: Devotions for Living a Whole New Life
By Nana Dolce
Print ISBN: 978-1-64507-483-0
March 17, 2025 / Retail Price: $19.99
RELIGION / Christian Living / Devotional

Nana Dolce, MA, loves teaching the Bible and training women to teach the Bible which she does across the globe through The Charles Simeon Trust. She has also served as a visiting lecturer at Reformed Theological Seminary in Washington, DC. Dolce is the author of The Seed of the Woman and You Are Redeemed and has written articles for Christianity Today, Risen Motherhood, and The Gospel Coalition. She has been a guest on podcasts and programs such as FamilyLife Today, Journeywomen, The Daily Grace Podcast, and 9Mark’s Priscilla Talk. Born in Ghana, Nana, along with her husband Eric and their four children, live in Washington, DC. Learn more about Nana Dolce at nanadolce.org and follow her on Instagram (@nanadolce1).

Carol Stream, Ill. (March 31, 2025) — Tyndale House Publishers (@tyndalehouse) announced today that Angie Smith, acquired by Sarah Atkinson, vice president of Tyndale Books and Alliances, and Kara Leonino, associate director of Acquisitions and Curriculum, in a major deal, will publish her next two trade books, accompanying study guides, and video resources with Tyndale Momentum.

With more than a decade of speaking, writing, and Bible teaching, Smith has authored many works, including her trade books (I Will Carry You, What Women Fear, Mended, Chasing God, Woven) and children’s books (Audrey Bunny, For Such a Time as This). These books, and her bestselling Bible studies (Seamless, Matchless), have made a significant impact on Christian women. Smith’s commitment to making the Bible accessible, along with her unique ability to evoke laughter and tears in one teaching session, continues to resonate with her audience.

Her first Tyndale Momentum book, tentatively titled Into the Deep, will tackle the psychological and spiritual reasons we are tempted to live shallow lives and will offer insight on how to overcome those temptations. With her signature style, Smith will incorporate biblical teaching, storytelling, and humor, inviting women to explore the depths of their hearts while getting honest with God and others. She will encourage readers to choose a life of substance and authenticity over our culture’s obsession with quick, easy, and shallow living.

“The first time I ever heard Angie speak was years ago at a small conference breakout session for moms. I have never forgotten the care she took with those women—the way she saw them, ministered to them, and prayed with them,” said Atkinson. “I knew then and there that she was the real deal, and I’ve wanted to publish her ever since. We are all thrilled that Angie has chosen Tyndale as her publishing partner.”

“In the short time I’ve been a part of the Tyndale family, they have already made it feel like home. I can’t wait to see what will happen in the coming days and have no doubt our partnership will lead to great and beautiful things; I am endlessly grateful for their support and belief in me!” shared Smith.

“This proposal couldn’t have come at a better time for our world,” shared Leonino. “Angie is one of the most beloved and trusted voices for Christian women. She balances humor, depth, and wisdom to tackle the spiritual and mental reasons we are tempted to live shallow lives—and how to overcome them. It’s an honor to work on such an important and impactful book.”

Angie Smith is represented by Curtis Yates and Karen Yates at Yates & Yates.
Tyndale has acquired world rights, in all languages. 

Since its founding in 1962, Tyndale House Publishers has been a voice to trust for generations of readers. Today, Tyndale is one of the largest independent Christian publishers in the world. Tyndale’s mission is to make the Bible accessible to as many people as possible in language that they can relate and respond to. Tyndale publishes the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT), and offers nonfiction books that equip readers with Christ-centered insight, counsel, and life-improving stories. In addition, Tyndale publishes fiction from fresh new voices and celebrated authors alike, capturing the imagination of millions of readers. With a deep understanding of the importance of nurturing future generations, Tyndale also publishes children’s products that make God’s Word and wisdom come alive. Tyndale’s independent status allows it to follow its founding model, giving a majority of annual revenue—more than $110 million throughout its history—to charitable missions. With every book purchased, Tyndale readers help meet the physical and spiritual needs of people around the world.

For more information or for media inquiries: 
Please contact Andrea Martin, andreamartin@tyndale.com, 630.784.5318

 

Survey of 90,000 people in 85 countries and territories offers most comprehensive and rigorous picture of attitudes to Christianity, the Bible and religion in a generation. 

1 April 2025 — BFBS, in partnership with UBS, announces the upcoming launch of the Patmos World Bible Attitudes Survey, an unprecedented research initiative that has captured the views of over 90,000 people across 85 countries, primarily through in-depth, face-to-face interviews. The Survey, conducted by Gallup for the Bible Society in England and Wales, and presented in partnership with United Bible Societies, represents the most comprehensive analysis of attitudes to the Bible and faith ever undertaken at this scale.

“Throughout history, religion has always played a significant role in shaping the global landscape and today is no different. That is why we need to see beyond simple census demographics or assumed narratives,” says Richard Powney, project lead on The Patmos Initiative at BFBS. “This study provides the first truly global picture of how people view and interact with the Christian Bible, arguably the most stable marker for understanding global Christianity, and paints a fascinating picture of attitudes to God and faith more generally.”

Key findings from the research reveal:  

• Surprising patterns of Bible engagement across secular and religious societies
• Unprecedented insights into generational similarities and differences in attitudes to religion
• Evidence of significant interest in the Bible among non-Christian populations
• The clearest research-based picture ever offered of audience groups based on their religious attitudes across national contexts
• A sense of what Christian faith looks like around the world – and where the differences lie

The Patmos Survey took three years and used a rigorous research framework. The questionnaires were tested to ensure clear language and cultural understanding before being translated into 89 languages and used in the field.. Most interviews were conducted face-to-face, asking questions about attitudes to the Bible and to religion, church attendance, Bible use, the influence of the Bible and people’s confidence around the Bible.

The results are based on nationally representative surveys of approximately 1,000 respondents per country. Gallup, as the source research agency, has worked closely with BFBS, as well as United Bible Societies representatives with key local knowledge, to ensure the survey’s results are representative, accurate and trustworthy.

Powney says: “We were clear from the start that we were not interested in a survey that told us what we wanted to hear, which is why we partnered with Gallup, to ensure the survey was undertaken without agenda, and the results could be trusted. Getting a better understanding of global attitudes to the Bible, Christianity and faith is going to be of immense value to the Church, as well as the global understanding of religion in society. All of us benefit from robust, trustworthy data about religion.”

The Patmos Initiative will launch on April 30, 2025, with a global online event presenting the initial findings of the research and its potential implications, particularly for Christian communities and organisations.

“The research focuses on the Bible, but it tells us so much more than that,” adds Powney. “The insights we have begun to draw out are offering paradigm-shifting understandings of cultural and generational differences, as well as cross-border similarities in terms of how societies engage with religion in a changing and divided world.”

The Patmos Initiative is brought to you by:

The British and Foreign Bible Society is referred to in England and Wales as ‘Bible Society’, or ‘Bible Society in England and Wales’. Bible Society was the initiator and primary funder of The Patmos Survey, and led the Patmos research. https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/

United Bible Societies (UBS) is a global fellowship of 155 Bible Societies operating in over 240 countries and territories, dedicated to ensuring everyone can access and engage with the Bible. UBS is interconfessional, serving and collaborating with all church traditions – Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant, and emerging. As a Fellowship, it unites independent national Bible Societies in an interdependent global organisation. UBS provides integrated Bible ministry, supporting translation, publication, and distribution efforts to make Scripture accessible and meaningful worldwide. https://unitedbiblesocieties.org/

Media requests, additional information, etc.

• The launch event is aimed at Christian leaders, and journalists are also welcome. Register for admittance at https://patmos.bfbs.org/launch
• For media inquiries, contact project lead, Richard Powney: richard.powney@biblesociety.org.uk 
• Articles about The Patmos Initiative and The Patmos Survey will be published at https://patmos.bfbs.org/

Methodology 
Gallup is the source research agency for this project. The results are based on computer-assisted telephone (CATI), in-person (CAPI) and opt-in panel web interviews (CAWI) with adults aged 15 and older in 85 countries and areas in 2023 and 2024. The results in 62 countries are based on nationally representative telephone or face-to‑face surveys of approximately 1,000 respondents. In 23 countries, data were collected from approximately 1,000 respondents in each country via web using an online non-probability panel. The data were weighted to ensure each sample is nationally representative. For results based on the total sample of national adults in 2023, the margin of sampling error for the surveys ranges between ±2.1 and ±5.1 percentage points at the 95% confidence level.

 

Carol Stream, IL (March 31, 2025) — Tyndale Elevate is pleased to announce that their book Imagine the God of Heaven by John Burke received the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association’s (ECPA’s) Bronze Milestone Sales Award for surpassing 150,000 books sold.

Imagine the God of Heaven invites readers to explore nearly 70 thrilling near-death experience (NDE) accounts that illustrate the characteristics of the God of the Bible. Never in history, until now, have we been able to hear from so many people across the globe who have been brought back from clinical death. Modern medical resuscitation and digital communication have revealed a gold mine of intriguing NDEs. John Burke has spent the last three decades studying the commonalities of more than 1,000 NDEs of people from different nations, religions, and cultures, exploring the question, Do these accounts prove the existence of a loving God?

“John Burke masterfully weaves together compelling near-death experiences with thoughtful analysis, offering a profound and thought-provoking glimpse into the character of God while uncovering compelling evidence of a God who is closer and more loving than we ever imagined,” says Jon Farrar, associate publisher. “This book is a powerful read that answers questions we all want to know about God.”

For more information or media inquiries, please contact Andrea Martin, senior director of public relations and author relations, andreamartin@tyndale.com.

Since its founding in 1962, Tyndale House Publishers has been a trusted voice for generations of readers. Today, it is one of the largest independent Christian publishers in the world. Tyndale has proved a faithful guide, helping readers discover the life-giving truths of the Bible. Its mission is to open God’s Word to as many people as possible in language they can relate to and understand. Tyndale’s independent status allows it to follow its founding model, giving a substantial portion of annual revenue—millions of dollars per year—through corporate donations and the work of Tyndale House Foundation. With every book purchased, Tyndale readers help meet the physical and spiritual needs of people around the world.

Tyndale and Tyndale’s quill logo are registered trademarks of Tyndale House Ministries. Tyndale Elevate is a trademark of Tyndale House Ministries. Tyndale Elevate is a nonfiction imprint of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois.

The Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA) is an international non-profit trade organization comprised of member companies that are involved in the publishing and distribution of Christian content worldwide. Since 1974, ECPA has strengthened Christian publishing by building networking, information, and advocacy opportunities within the industry and throughout multiple channels so that our members can more effectively produce and deliver transformational Christian content. For more information, visit ECPA.org.

NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 2025 – Zondervan Books, a leading publisher of Christian literature, celebrates Lee Strobel’s newest book, Seeing the Supernatural: Investigating Angels, Demons, Mystical Dreams, Near-Death Encounters, and Other Mysteries of the Unseen World, hitting the New York Times bestsellers list in the No. 8 spot on Advice, How-To & Miscellaneous. This is the book’s debut on the list following its March 18, 2025, release.

Strobel is a renowned investigative journalist and apologist whose books, including The Case for Christ, have sold millions of copies. In Seeing the Supernatural, he dives into the compelling evidence of spiritual phenomena, including visions of the afterlife, miraculous healings, psychic mediums, and the existence of heavenly and demonic beings.

“It is no surprise that Lee Strobel’s Seeing the Supernatural has resonated with readers in a time when questions about faith, meaning, and purpose have taken on a new urgency,” said Daniel Marrs, Vice President and Publisher for Zondervan Books. “Lee has solidified his place as one of the pre-eminent voices speaking to issues of faith, reason, and apologetics; we are honored to partner with him to celebrate this momentous milestone for Seeing the Supernatural.”

Recently seen on The Shawn Ryan Show, Focus on the Family, and TBN’s Takeaways with Kirk Cameron and featured in Christianity Today, Charisma and The Daily Mail, Strobel provides a balanced perspective that bridges faith and science as public fascination with paranormal phenomena has surged, fueled by popular media. Seeing the Supernatural taps into the widespread intrigue of the unseen world, offering a thoughtful examination that separates sensationalism from authentic spiritual truths.

“At a time when an increasing number of people are open to the idea that reality consists of both the seen and unseen, it’s unsurprising that readers are coming to Lee’s evidence-based investigation into the supernatural,” said Webster Younce, vice president and executive editor of Zondervan Books. “He is the gold-standard for clear-eyed examinations of facts and testimony, and Seeing the Supernatural places all his gifts in service of a profoundly important and popular subject.”

A New York Times bestseller, Seeing the Supernatural is now available from Zondervan Books at major retailers and online platforms. For more information, visit LeeStrobel.com.

Lee Strobel, former award-winning legal editor of the Chicago Tribune, is a New York Times bestselling author whose books have sold millions of copies worldwide. Lee earned a journalism degree at the University of Missouri and was awarded a Ford Foundation fellowship to study at Yale Law School, where he received a Master of Studies in Law degree. He was a journalist for 14 years at the Chicago Tribune and other newspapers, winning Illinois’ top honors for investigative reporting (which he shared with a team he led) and public service journalism from United Press International. Lee also taught First Amendment Law at Roosevelt University. A former atheist, he served as a teaching pastor at three of America’s largest churches. Lee and his wife, Leslie, have been married for more than 50 years and live in Texas. Their daughter, Alison, and son, Kyle, are also authors.

Zondervan is a HarperCollins Company and part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing. Zondervan is a world leading publisher and provider of Christian communications. The company’s products are sold worldwide and translated into nearly 200 languages. Zondervan offices are located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. For additional information, please visit www.zondervan.com.

Contact:  Zondervan Books, ZBooksPR@HarperCollins.com

 

Ada, Mich. (March 28, 2025)—Brazos Press, a division of Baker Publishing Group, is pleased to announce that Beth Allison Barr has achieved New York Times bestseller status with her new book, Becoming the Pastor’s Wife: How Marriage Replaced Ordination as a Woman’s Path to Ministry.

Building on her previous success as a bestselling author of The Making of Biblical Womanhood, Barr draws on her academic expertise to trace the history of the role of the pastor’s wife, showing how it both helped and hurt women in conservative Protestant traditions. While these women gained an important leadership role, she says, their role came at a deep cost: losing independent church-leadership opportunities, which existed throughout most of church history, and strengthening a gender hierarchy that prioritized male careers.

Becoming the Pastor’s Wife: How Marriage Replaced Ordination as a Woman’s Path to Ministry
(Brazos Press, ISBN 9781587435898, $24.99c, Ebook ISBN 9781493447848).

Katelyn Beaty, editorial director of Brazos Press says, “Brazos and our parent company, Baker Publishing Group, are thrilled that so many readers are finding and resonating with Beth’s historically rooted argument for women’s more visible leadership in the church today.”

Beth Allison Barr (PhD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill) is James Vardaman Professor of History at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, where she specializes in medieval history, women’s history, and church history. She writes regularly on her substack Marginalia, is co-host for the podcast miniseries All the Buried Women, and has bylines with Christianity Today, The Washington Post, MSNBC, Premier Christianity, Religion News Service, The Dallas Morning News, Sojourners, and Baptist News Global. Her work has been featured by NPR and The New Yorker. She is also a Baptist pastor’s wife and the mom of two great kids.

Contact:  Shelly MacNaughton  (616) 450-5560

 

Grand Rapids, MI, March 2025 – Zondervan, a division of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, is pleased to announce its partnership with Bionic Reading® for the upcoming release of five editions of the Clear Focus Bible.

This is the first time the Bionic Reading method has been applied to the text of a print Bible.

Developed from cognitive science and Swiss design, the award-winning Bionic Reading method highlights, in bold letters, the portion of each word the brain needs to recognize it without reading every letter. The eye is guided from word to word over the text allowing the brain to stay engaged, identify known words, and absorb information without losing focus—enabling readers to read more with greater comprehension. The Bionic Reading method has also been known to be helpful for readers with dyslexia and/or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

“Our goal at Bionic Reading is to promote reading and content comprehension in a way that cuts through the noise,” said Renato Casutt, Bionic Reading’s CEO, founder and inventor. “Our patented reading systems allows reader’s eyes to skip over words and text, like a surfboard that glides on the top of a wave, creating a smooth and more-focused reading experience.”’

“We know the Bible is not always the easiest book to read – especially in our world of reduced attention spans. We are thrilled with our partnership with Bionic Reading and the creation of these first-of-their-kind Bibles,” said Melinda Bouma, vice president and publisher of Bibles for Zondervan. “Clear Focus Bibles will help readers stay engaged with the Word, absorb its message better and make it a smoother experience for readers who struggle with focus.”

Releasing simultaneously in August, Clear Focus Bible will be available in four different translations: New International Version (NIV), New American Standard Bible (NASB), New International Reader’s Version (NIrV) in adult and children’s editions, and a special digital release of the NVI Biblia Enfoque Claro in Spanish.

Zondervan, a worldwide leading Christian publisher of books and Bibles, is part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc. Its publications include a variety of Bible translations for all ages; books in different genres and subject areas for the general reader; curriculum for individual and group Bible study; books for children and young adults; academic resources including textbooks and reference books; ministry resources; and books on faith and culture. Zondervan is located in Grand Rapids, MI. For more information, visit www.zondervan.com.

Contact:  Amy Morris, Director of Public Relations, amy.morris@harpercollins.com