Nelson Books celebrates the release today of EVERYDAY HALLELUJAH: Unlocking Deep Joy Through Everyday Acts of Worship by Grammy nominated worship leader Phil Wickham. The book has already inspired new music, including Wickham’s song “Everyday Hallelujah,” bringing its message of worship beyond the page and into arenas across the country during his 40-city Song of the Saints tour. At a time when many are searching for meaning, resilience, and spiritual grounding, EVERYDAY HALLELUJAH offers a timely and compelling invitation to rediscover worship as a way of life.

In EVERYDAY HALLELUJAH, Wickham expands the conversation beyond music and into the rhythms of daily living, exploring how worship is not confined to church services or moments on stage but expressed through ordinary acts of faith, gratitude, and surrender. Drawing from Scripture, personal stories, and 20 years of leading worship around the world, he reframes worship as a posture of the heart that can transform work, family life, relationships, and even seasons of struggle. The book traces a biblical vision of worship from Genesis to Revelation while offering readers a practical and deeply personal pathway to experience God’s presence in everyday moments. The message resonates with audiences navigating a culture marked by distraction and pressure, inviting them into a more grounded and enduring sense of joy, purpose, and connection with God.

“Through writing this book, it became so clear to me that God is with us in every moment, and that when we turn our hearts toward Him, even the ordinary parts of life can become acts of worship. My hope is that this message helps people see their lives as a song of praise, an anthem of worship, an everyday hallelujah,” Wickham said while reflecting on the heart behind the book.

The release also marks a unique intersection of Wickham’s music and writing. The book directly inspired his new song “Everyday Hallelujah,” which has already begun connecting with audiences during his current tour. Performed in intimate acoustic settings, the song brings the core message of the book to life in real time, creating a cohesive experience that bridges worship music and spiritual formation. Together, the song and book reflect a unified vision that encourages people to see every moment as an opportunity for worship.

“In EVERYDAY HALLELUJAH, Phil Wickham remind readers that worship isn’t characterized by certain creative expressions or moments, but instead is a beautiful, powerful part of daily life,” said Andrew Stoddard, VP and Publisher of Nelson Books. “We are proud to publish Phil and we believe that this book will inspire and encourage readers to encounter God in meaningful way every day.”

About Phil Wickham
PHIL WICKHAM is a Grammy-nominated, Dove Award–winning worship leader whose songs have amassed billions of streams and become staples in churches around the world. Known for writing modern worship anthems that unite congregations in powerful declarations of faith, Phil has become one of the most trusted and influential voices in contemporary worship music. Born and raised in Southern California, Phil began leading worship at just thirteen years old. Since then, he has traveled the world ministering through music–from local churches to arenas and stadiums. Through it all his heart’s mission has remained the same: to create moments where people encounter God and respond to Him in authentic worship.

Everyday Hallelujah is a natural extension of that calling, inviting readers to carry a lifestyle of worship into their everyday lives. He currently resides in Southern California with his wife and their four children.

About Nelson Books
Nelson Books, an imprint of Thomas Nelson, is an industry leader in Christian nonfiction publishing. Nelson Books publishes a diverse array of leaders, experts, and creatives, crafting biblically informed and spiritually fresh books from a Christian perspective that enliven, educate, and encourage readers. The Nelson Books roster of bestselling authors includes Lysa TerKeurst, Tim Tebow, John Mark Comer, John & Stasi Eldredge, Jennie Allen, Jefferson Bethke, Bob Goff, Ruth Chou Simons, Tyler Staton, Jason Wilson, Christine Caine and Zach Windahl.

The AWSA (Advanced Writers and Speakers Association) Golden Scroll Book of the Year was awarded to Debbie W. Wilson for Big Hurt, Bigger God: Finding Freedom Through Biblical Forgiveness (Leafwood Publishers). This is Debbie’s first book of the year award; she received a second place award in 2024 in AWSA’s Bible Study category for Little God, Big Strength: Discover a God Greater Than Your Goliaths (Leafwood Publishers).

The Golden Scroll awards were announced on August 2nd at the St. Charles Convention Center in St. Charles, Missouri. Awards were presented by Linda Evans Shepherd, founder and CEO of AWSA, Dawn Damon, CEO of BraveHearted Woman, and Carol Kent, founder of the Speak Up Conference and the nonprofit organization Speak Up for Hope. This is the 18th year that AWSA has presented the Golden Scroll Awards, which are open to nearly 1,200 AWSA members.

The Daily Grace Co. is pleased to announce the promotion of Spencer Valeri to chief operating officer, effective July 20.

Spencer joined Daily Grace in 2022 after spending over a decade in pastoral ministry. His love for discipleship, reading, and scholarship prepared him to spend the last four years at Daily Grace in product development and editorial. Valeri graduated from Western Michigan University before earning his two master’s degrees from Baptist Bible Seminary (M.A. and M.Div.). Most recently, Valeri earned a Master of Science in Human Resource Management from Amberton University, and obtained his SHRM Certified Professional credential.

This promotion marks a pivotal moment for both Valeri and Daily Grace. Daily Grace is a young but fast-growing publishing company. Founded in 2014 by Jeremy and Kristin Schmucker at their kitchen table, Daily Grace now employs approximately fifty people and distributes more than 1.3 million books per year. Valeri is the first non-owner in the company’s history to join its C-suite. In his new role, he will directly oversee four of the company’s six departments: human resources, operations, editorial, and production.

“Over the last four years, working with Spencer has been a joy. He is strategic, thoughtful, and humble, but above all else, he truly loves Jesus,” said Jeremy Schmucker, president and co-owner of The Daily Grace Co. “Spencer is uniquely qualified professionally, personally, and spiritually to help lead Daily Grace into our next season of growth and ministry outreach.”

“It has been such a joy to work at The Daily Grace Co. alongside the Schmuckers and a team of people who work diligently to teach every person the beauty of Jesus and the truth of Scripture. Our mission is incredibly important, and I consider it a great privilege to be able to serve this team,” said Valeri. “I am particularly thankful for the responsibility entrusted to me in this new role, and I cannot wait to see how God is going to continue to use The Daily Grace Co. to lead people to experience Jesus.”

 

ORLANDO, FL: Gary Stevenson proudly announces the publication of his cookbook The Gospel According to Food: Setting the Table for Spiritual Conversations, available in the United States on August 11 and in Canada on September 12. Emerging from Gary’s groundbreaking culinary ministry, Theo’s Feast, The Gospel According to Food enables experienced and novice cooks alike to blend gourmet dishes with imaginative storytelling, fostering authentic and revelatory conversations around their dining tables.

Throughout human history, shared meals have been places of connection, welcome, depth, and revelation. And throughout the Bible, food plays a prominent and metaphorical role in conveying spiritual truth; consider, for example, the Jewish Passover Seder and Jesus’ claim to be the “Bread of Life.” The Gospel According to Food combines these traditions through over 40 “edible metaphors” that invite reflection and discussion on themes as human as the universality of suffering and as divine as the Resurrection of Jesus. Each recipe is paired with a thoughtfully-crafted conversation guide that unpacks the theme, engages biblical and personal narratives, and invites robust conversation. Recipes range from simple to advanced, but all are designed to be accessible in the average residential kitchen.

Gary says, “From the beginning, my vision has been to use an innovative approach to food and storytelling to stir the heart, awaken spiritual curiosity, and inspire meaningful conversation around the table. Every recipe is created with love and a deep desire to extend grace, practice radical hospitality, and help people feel seen and valued. I hope each dish becomes an invitation to slow down, connect deeply, and explore questions that matter.”

The Gospel According to Food is perfect for Christians seeking to love their neighbors, build relationships, and communicate their faith in warm, engaging ways. Foodies and the spiritually curious will be immersed in beautiful photography and accessible storytelling that winsomely invites the consideration of fresh perspectives on an ancient faith.

BOOK DETAILS:
The Gospel According to Food: Setting the Table for Spiritual Conversations
Gary Stevenson, with Jason Weimer. Foreword by Chris & Elizabeth McKinney
CruPress
ISBN-13 – 978-1-57334-261-2
PAGES – 264
FORMAT – Hardcover
PRICE – $39.99 (USD), $50.00 (CAD) retail
AVAILABILITY – www.crustore.org (US), www.p2cresources.com (Canada).

Distributors and retailers: call 1-800-827-2788 or email customerservice@crustore.org

BRENTWOOD, Tenn.—Holman Bible Publishers, an imprint of Lifeway Christian Resources, will release the “CSB Spiral-Bound Notetaking Bible, Five Volume Set,” a new edition of the Christian Standard Bible, Sept. 1.

The resource presents the full text of the Christian Standard Bible across five spiral-bound volumes—Pentateuch, Historical Books, Wisdom and Poetry, Prophets and New Testament.

The new resource includes wide margins and dedicated writing space intended for notetaking, journaling and study. Rather than a traditionally bound format, each volume is designed to lay flat when opened, allowing readers to easily write their notes and observations on the page. The spiral-bound construction allows pages to remain open without being held in place.

“God’s Word is true, good and beautiful, thus deserving our careful attention,” said Andy McLean, publisher of Bibles and References. “We created the ‘CSB Spiral-Bound Notetaking Bible, Five Volume Set’ to invite readers to slow down, linger over Scripture and respond to what they encounter. By giving each section of the Bible its own volume, with an intentional layout, generous space for notes and a design that lays flat, this set creates room not simply to read the Bible but to engage deeply with its message. Ultimately, our hope is these volumes will help readers encounter the truth of God’s Word and allow it to shape their lives.”

The notetaking Bible features the Christian Standard Bible® (CSB) text, which has been translated by more than 100 scholars from 17 denominations. The CSB features an optimal blend of accuracy and readability that’s faithful for serious study and written with heart-stirring clarity.

Holman Bible Publishers is the oldest Bible publisher in North America, publishing high-quality Bibles and reference resources that are trustworthy, accessible and useful for the pursuit of lifelong discipleship. Print and digital releases include the award-winning “CSB Explorer Bible for Kids,” “The CSB She Reads Truth Bible,” “The CSB Oswald Chambers Bible” and the “Rainbow Study Bible.” Holman Bibles is a subsidiary of B&H Publishing Group, an imprint of Lifeway Christian Resources.

Media contact:
Jill Waggoner, publicist for Lifeway Christian Resources,  jill.waggoner@lifeway.com  

AUGUST 14, 2026 — Popular content creator and gospel musician Ariel Fitz-Patrick (who you may recognize with a blanket over her head playing her own sassy Guardian Angel) is “refreshingly vulnerable” (Publishers Weekly) as she shares candid stories of trusting God through life’s hardest seasons, offering humor, wisdom, and big-sister-style encouragement for anyone wanting to deepen their own faith.

“Is that you, God? Telling me not to do that thing that you know will turn out badly for me? Telling me to listen to your Word instead of my own foolish ideas? Yeah, imma have to see for myself …” —Every Christian Ever.  

We’ve all been there. We’ve all had moments where we heard God telling us to do that thing (or not do that thing) that’s been bouncing around in our heads for a while. Sometimes He tells us to stop complaining and start praying. Or He tells us to stop hanging out with that person who’s been a really bad influence. Or He warns us not to say those words to that person who cut us off in traffic, even though they absolutely deserved it!

Apiary is an imprint of Hachette Nashville existing to meet readers’ most deeply felt needs with faith-based books and resources that offer opportunities for spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical transformation.

Media Contact:
Carrie Bawcum, Publicity and Marketing Assistant, Hachette Book Group, Carrie.Bawcum@hbgusa.com

Concordia Gospel Outreach (CGO) has translated five classic Bible story books into Spanish, Chinese, Telugu, Arabic, and Farsi—putting the account of our saving God into the hands of immigrant and refugee children in the languages they know best.

ST. LOUIS—Many ministries and community organizations that serve immigrant and refugee families struggle to find Christian resources in the languages these children speak at home. Through a mission grant from Lutheran Women in Mission (LWML), Concordia Gospel Outreach has translated five beloved Arch Books—The Story of Creation, Noah’s 2-by-2 Adventure, Baby Jesus Is Born, The Week That Led to Easter, and Jesus Blesses the Children—into Spanish, Chinese, Telugu, Arabic, and Farsi. CGO will distribute the Bible story books free of charge to ministries and organizations in the United States.

The goal of the initiative is to help children encounter the love of Jesus through central Bible stories in the languages they know best and to help ministries share the Gospel with those they serve.

Ministries interested in learning more about how to receive these books to support outreach efforts should visit concordiagospeloutreach.org.

About Concordia Gospel Outreach
Concordia Gospel Outreach is the charity of Concordia Publishing House. CGO sends free Bibles, Bible story books, and teaching materials to individuals and organizations that strive to connect people with the Gospel. Since 2011, CGO has touched more than 275,000 lives in more than forty countries, including the United States.

About Concordia Publishing House
Concordia Publishing House (CPH) is the publishing arm of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. For 155 years, CPH has been providing individuals, churches, and schools with products that are faithful to the Scriptures and the Lutheran Confessions. From books and Bibles to church supplies, curriculum, and software, CPH offers more than 10,000 products to support the proclamation of the Gospel worldwide. Visit CPH online at cph.org.

CONTACT:
Erica Sontag
Phone: 314-268-1303
Email: erica.sontag@cph.org  

Carol Stream, Ill., August 17, 2026 — The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery: Connecting Neuroscience and Faith to Radically Transform Your Life by bestselling author and neurosurgeon Dr. W. Lee Warren has landed at #8 on The New York Times bestsellers Advice, How-To, and Miscellaneous list and #38 on the ECPA Top 50 bestseller list, marking a significant milestone for the book and its message of hope, healing, and lasting transformation.

In The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery, Dr. Warren brings together his decades of experience as a neurosurgeon, the science of neuroplasticity, and the truths of Scripture to present a new way of understanding personal change. Self–Brain Surgery, he explains, is not a metaphor, self-help plan, or simply positive thinking. It is a mechanism for personal and physiological change that occurs at the intersection of neuroscience and faith. Warren shows readers how understanding the brain’s capacity for change can help them break unhealthy patterns of thinking and develop new ways of responding and living.

“I was once desperately lost in disordered thinking, in despair over the hard things I had experienced, and asking myself whether life could ever feel okay again,” Dr. Warren writes. “Self–Brain Surgery changed—and maybe saved—my life. It can do the same for you.”

A neurosurgeon, author, speaker, and podcaster, Dr. Warren brings a unique perspective to the conversation about the brain, human behavior, and faith. His work combines medical expertise with his own experiences of profound loss and adversity, offering readers a message grounded in both science and Scripture. His podcast has generated over 5 million downloads and his social media platforms have gained hundreds of thousands of followers in the past six months, reflecting the growing demand for his perspective.  Dr. Warren will also appear at the national conference for the American Association of Christian Counselors in September.

“I couldn’t be more delighted for Dr. Warren to enter the ranks of New York Times bestselling authors,” said Sarah Atkinson, Vice President and Publisher, Tyndale Books and Alliances. “He is the total package—incredibly smart, a gifted writer, and a skilled communicator who cares deeply about the physical, mental, and spiritual health of his readers. His unique approach to understanding how our brains can change is resonating with readers and giving them practical tools and hope for their own lives.”

The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery is available wherever books are sold.

Lee Warren, MD, is a neurosurgeon, an award-winning author, an Iraq War veteran, and the host of The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast. He teaches the art of connecting neuroscience, faith, and daily practices for leading a healthier, better, and happier life. www.DrLeeWarren.com

Since 1962, Tyndale House Publishers has positively impacted readers worldwide. Tyndale is one of the world’s largest independent Christian publishers, dedicated to making the Bible accessible in languages people relate to and understand. Tyndale publishes the New Living Translation (NLT) and other Bible translations, nonfiction books that offer Christ-centered insight, fiction that inspires, and children’s resources that help share God’s Word with the next generation. Tyndale’s independence enables it to honor its founding model through annual grants and donations to other charitable organizations around the world, totaling more than half of the funds generated through publishing operations.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Andrea Martin, andreamartin@tyndale.com

CAROL STREAM, IL, August 17, 2026 — Tyndale House Publishers is celebrating multiple honors from the Association of Logos Bookstores, including The Missing Messiah: The Jesus We Can No Longer Ignore (Tyndale Elevate, March 2026) by Kyle Idleman and Mark E. Moore, which was named Christian Living Book of the Year at the 2026 Logos Annual Conference.

The awards were presented August 2–4 in St. Charles, Missouri, prior to the Christian Products Expo (CPE). Each year, the Association of Logos Bookstores recognizes outstanding vendors, authors, and books across nine categories, as well as sales representatives for their service to independent Christian retailers.

“Kyle Idlemann and Mark Moore have provided a thoughtful approach to who Jesus, our Messiah, is in Scripture and how he meets us every day,” said Julie Vander Ark, VP of Sales. “Tyndale is honored to publish The Missing Messiah, and it’s earning the Logos Christian Living Book of the Year is well deserved—and as always, we highly value our partnership with Logos Bookstores.”

The Missing Messiah challenges readers to reconsider whether the Jesus they have come to know is the Jesus revealed in Scripture. Pastors and bestselling authors Idleman and Moore argue that in an age of personalization and cultural division, Christians can unintentionally shape Jesus into someone who simply affirms their desires, eases their struggles, or fits their worldview. The authors invite readers to move beyond a transactional faith and rediscover Jesus not simply as Savior but as Messiah and King, calling them to a life of devotion, obedience, and daily discipleship.

In addition to the recognition for The Missing Messiah, three members of Tyndale House’s sales team—Mike Bachmann, Mike Petersen, and Mitch Ady—were honored by the Association of Logos Bookstores for their outstanding service, product knowledge, and professionalism.

“Our territory managers are honored and thrilled by this recognition from the Logos Stores,” said Cheryl Kerwin, Sales Operations Director. “This award shows each sales representative how much they’re appreciated by this group of retailers, not only for their product knowledge and professionalism, but also for the relationships they build as trusted consultants, partners, and encouragers.”

The honors reflect Tyndale’s longstanding partnership with independent Christian retailers and the important role booksellers and sales representatives play in connecting readers with books and resources that meet their needs.

The Association of Logos Bookstores is a member-owned, nonprofit trade association of independent Christian booksellers with locations throughout the United States and in the Bahamas. The 52-year-old organization is headquartered in Kent, Ohio.

The Missing Messiah is available wherever books are sold.

Since 1962, Tyndale House Publishers has positively impacted readers worldwide. Tyndale is one of the world’s largest independent Christian publishers, dedicated to making the Bible accessible in languages people relate to and understand. Tyndale publishes the New Living Translation (NLT) and other Bible translations, nonfiction books that offer Christ-centered insight, fiction that inspires, and children’s resources that help share God’s Word with the next generation. Tyndale’s independence enables it to honor its founding model through annual grants and donations to other charitable organizations around the world, totaling more than half of the funds generated through publishing operations.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Andrea Martin, andreamartin@tyndale.com

New imprint combines publishing, visual storytelling, and digital discipleship to equip believers and leaders worldwide

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., August 10, 2026 — OneHope announced the launch of Spero, a new global publishing imprint designed to advance Scripture engagement through innovative books, visual media, digital experiences, and strategic ministry partnerships.

The launch marks a significant expansion of OneHope’s long-standing mission to help children, youth, and families engage with God’s Word. Through Spero, the organization will extend that impact by developing resources that cultivate spiritual formation, strengthen Christian leadership, and equip believers to live out their faith in communities around the world.

“Spero represents a natural and strategic extension of OneHope’s mission,” said Rob Hoskins, president of OneHope. “For decades, we have focused on helping the next generation engage Scripture. Through Spero, we are broadening that vision by creating resources that not only communicate biblical truth but inspire transformation, discipleship, and Gospel impact across cultures and generations.”

More than a traditional publishing imprint, Spero is built around the conviction that resources should serve as catalysts for ongoing spiritual growth. Its publishing strategy integrates books with visual storytelling, digital engagement tools, leadership development resources, and ministry activation pathways designed to move readers from inspiration to action.

The initiative also reflects the changing face of the global Church. As Christianity continues to grow across Africa, Latin America, Asia, and diaspora communities around the world, Spero is committed to elevating diverse voices rooted in biblical truth and shaped by real-world ministry experience. By bringing together authors, leaders, and practitioners from across the global Church, the imprint seeks to foster collaboration, strengthen discipleship, and expand access to transformative Christian resources.

Experienced Leadership for a Global Vision

To lead the new publishing venture, OneHope has appointed Rev. Enid M. Almanzar as publisher. A respected leader in Scripture engagement and Christian publishing, Almanzar brings more than two decades of experience developing global Bible initiatives, strategic ministry partnerships, and faith-based publishing programs. She previously served in executive leadership at the American Bible Society and currently serves as the first female chair of the National Latino Evangelical Coalition.

“Spero was born from the belief that publishing can do more than inform,” Almanzar said. “Our vision is to create resources that deepen engagement with God’s Word, strengthen the global Church, and shape the spiritual imagination of future generations. Every project we publish is designed to become a catalyst for discipleship, leadership development, and lasting Gospel impact.”

Launch Titles and Future Initiatives

Spero’s inaugural publishing slate includes the Visual Scripture Series, an innovative collection that pairs biblical text with immersive visual storytelling to help readers encounter Scripture in new and engaging ways. Designed for personal study, church discipleship, and ministry contexts, the series reflects the imprint’s commitment to meeting people where they are while inviting them into deeper engagement with God’s Word.

The imprint will also release Courageous Hope, a discipleship resource focused on cultivating resilient faith and Christ-centered hope in an increasingly complex world. Additional projects are currently in development and will be announced in the coming months.

“This is an exciting moment for Christian publishing,” said Tessie Güell DeVore, president of Bible Media Group and a recognized pioneer in visual Scripture engagement. “People increasingly learn through visual and immersive experiences. Spero is helping bridge the gap between reading Scripture and experiencing it in ways that deepen understanding, strengthen discipleship, and create lasting spiritual impact.”

Looking ahead, OneHope plans to launch Spero Kids later this year, extending the reach of the globally recognized Bible App for Kids through storybooks, coloring books, activity resources, and additional family-focused content designed to support faith formation at home and in ministry settings.

As Spero begins its publishing journey, its mission is clear: create transformational resources that help people engage God’s Word more deeply, strengthen the Church globally, and inspire generations to participate in God’s redemptive work throughout the world.

About Spero
Spero is the global publishing imprint of OneHope Inc., created to advance Scripture engagement through books, visual media, digital experiences, and strategic partnerships. By bringing together trusted voices, innovative formats, and ministry-focused resources, Spero equips believers worldwide to engage Scripture more deeply and live out their faith with greater purpose and impact.

About OneHope Inc.
OneHope is an international ministry committed to reaching children and youth with God’s Word. Working alongside churches, ministries, and strategic partners around the world, OneHope equips the next generation to encounter Scripture and develop a lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ.

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