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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 16h

"If you want to understand the who, what, why, when, where and how of white Christian nationalism, The Seven Mountains Mandate is where to start." —Diane Winston

#TheSevenMountainsMandate by @matthewboedy.bsky.social is available now at wjkbooks.com!

#Project2025 #Christiannationalism

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 1d

Step into the world of the Hebrew Bible.

@bethlaneel.bsky.social’s Ancient Israel and Judah takes readers on a compelling journey through the history and culture of ancient Israel, showing how context transforms the way we read Scripture.

Available October 21st at your preferred retailer!

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 1d

"Jesus, he insists, is not a stranger to our pain. He is post-traumatic too." Post-Traumatic Jesus is available now at wjkbooks.com.

#Healing #trauma #bookreview #posttraumaticstress #posttraumaticjesus #traumahealing

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 1d

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A new Westminster John Knox Press devotional for the whole family

“As a parent whose faith has deconstructed and evolved, I believe ‘Growing in God’s Love: A Family Devotional’ is a godsend. It is hopeful, reflective, and truly safe for the whole family to enjoy tog...

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 2d

"Awareness must precede action." #TheSevenMountainsMandate by @matthewboedy.bsky.social reveals how prosperity preachers and political operatives are destroying democracy under Trump’s second administration. Now available at wjkbooks.com and wherever books are sold!

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Presbyterian Outlook @presoutlook.bsky.social · 7d

God’s Gift of Generosity: Gratitude beyond Stewardship

"Karl B. Travis reframes the stewardship conversation, moving from a dreaded, annual recitation of budgetary woes to a fully joyful exploration of generosity — God’s and ours." — John Wilkinson

#Repost @wjkbooks.com

God’s Gift of Generosity: Gratitude beyond Stewardship

"Karl B. Travis reframes the stewardship conversation, moving from a dreaded, annual recitation of budgetary woes to a fully joyful exploration of generosity — God’s and ours." — John Wilkinson

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 8d

Available today! From Pulpit to Public Square by Richard Voelz is here to help clergy bring their faith-driven message into the public arena—confidently, clearly, and courageously.

Perfect for pastors, chaplains, and anyone discerning their voice in civic life.

Get your copy at wjkbooks.com!

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 8d

NOW AVAILABLE! For decades, a well-funded network of religious and political operatives has been quietly working to dismantle democracy and replace it with Christian theocracy. Learn what’s happening behind the scenes—and what you can do to stop it.

Shop Now: amzn.to/3INXnkg

#Christiannationalism

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 13d

New review of Jonah: A Commentary in The Society for Old Testament Study 2025 book list.

#OldTestamentLibrary #OTL #Jonah #traumahermeneutics

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 13d

“What an informative, readable, and well-conceived book!"

Order now at wjkbooks.com!

@drbobcornwall.bsky.social @thomasjayoord.bsky.social #NewRelease #WJKBooks #SecondThoughtsAboutHell #RonaldJAllen #RobertDCornwall #Hell #universalism #Annihilationism #literalism #interpretationsofhell

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 14d

It’s here! Preaching Black Earth by Melanie Harris is officially out today.

Featuring sermons, meditations, poetry, and interviews, this book offers a prophetic call to action at the intersection of faith, racial justice, and environmental justice.

Get your copy today at wjkbooks.com!

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Matthew Boedy @matthewboedy.bsky.social · 16d

For those looking for a good introduction to my book The Seven Mountains Mandate, the publisher @wjkbooks.com made a video series with one video for each chapter. www.youtube.com/@wjkpress/pl...

Westminster John Knox Press

Westminster John Knox Press (WJK) publishes books and resources in the areas of: spirituality, Christianity, social justice, and for religious academia.

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gracejisunkim.bsky.social @gracejisunkim.bsky.social · 20d

Thank you, WJK Press, for sponsoring Madang Podcast with Brandan Robertson as he shares his WJK book, "Filled to be Emptied."

www.christiancentury.org/episode-52-b...

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Glad to endorse this new @wjkbooks.com by Ronald Allen and @drbobcornwall.bsky.social

WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 22d

As Christians, what should we believe about hell? Instead of offering a prescriptive, one-size-fits-all answer, Ronald Allen and @drbobcornwall.bsky.social guide the reader through the historical interpretation of #hell. Learn more at wjkbooks.com

#RonaldJAllen #interpretationsofhell

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gracejisunkim.bsky.social @gracejisunkim.bsky.social · 19d

New Madang Podcast Episode with the amazing Rev. Robertson.

Read his book from @wjkbooks.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=_O3C...

Madang Podcast: Brandan Robertson, Ep. 52

YouTube video by Grace Ji-Sun Kim

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 19d

"To truly commemorate Christmas means to remember all that led to the coming of Christ."

Order now at wjkbooks.com!

#TheAdventTree #Advent #JesseTree #NewRelease #WJKBooks

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 19d

This timely resource offers clergy a theological foundation and practical strategies for proclaiming faith in public spaces—whether on the steps of city hall, at a protest, or in front of a news camera.

Speak boldly. Speak faithfully. Speak beyond the walls.

Available September 30, preorder now!

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 20d

Daily readings for #Advent through #Epiphany are organized into weekly themes for congregational use. Family devotions and worship resources make The Advent Tree useful in settings from home to classroom to pulpit. Learn More at www.wjkbooks.com/AdventTree

@mattrawle.bsky.social #TheAdventTree

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Christian Century @christiancentury.bsky.social · 20d

“We can’t ever really give up our privilege, because it’s connected to our identity. But we do have a choice to use it differently.”

– @brandanrobertson.bsky.social on Madang Podcast, hosted by @gracejisunkim.bsky.social

www.christiancentury.org/episode-52-b...

Episode 52: Brandan Robertson, influencer and author of Filled to Be Emptied

A conversation with Brandan Robertson about privilege, discipleship, kenosis, and...

www.christiancentury.org

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gracejisunkim.bsky.social @gracejisunkim.bsky.social · 20d

New MadangPodcast Ep with the fabulous @brandanrobertson.bsky.social

Listen and read his book "Filled to Be Emptied" from @wjkbooks.com

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Welcome to ⁠Madang⁠. Madang is the outdoor living room of the world. Here, we invite you to sit and tune into unreserved, remarkable conversations with renowned authors, leaders, public figures, and ...

Welcome to ⁠Madang⁠. Madang is the outdoor living room of the world. Here, we invite you to sit and tune into unreserved, remarkable conversations with renowned authors, leaders, public figures, and....

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gracejisunkim.bsky.social @gracejisunkim.bsky.social · 20d

I loved this conversation with @brandanrobertson.bsky.social on Madang Podcast.

Listen to this new Ep of Madang Podcast hosted by @christiancentury.bsky.social

And read his book "Filled to Be Emptied" from @wjkbooks.com

Christian Century @christiancentury.bsky.social · 20d

“We can’t ever really give up our privilege, because it’s connected to our identity. But we do have a choice to use it differently.”

– @brandanrobertson.bsky.social on Madang Podcast, hosted by @gracejisunkim.bsky.social

www.christiancentury.org/episode-52-b...

Episode 52: Brandan Robertson, influencer and author of Filled to Be Emptied

A conversation with Brandan Robertson about privilege, discipleship, kenosis, and...

www.christiancentury.org

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 20d

🖋📚 WJK Author Feature: Melanie L. Harris 📚🖋

Coming September 2025: Preaching Black Earth: Sermons, Meditations, and Conversations on African American Environmental Justice and Ecowomanist Spirituality

Learn More at www.wjkbooks.com/Harris

#featuredauthor #PreachingBlackEarth #womanist

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 22d

🖋📚 WJK Author Feature: @bethlaneel.bsky.social 📚🖋

Coming October 2025: Ancient Israel and Judah: Why History and Cultural Context Matter for Reading the Hebrew Bible

Learn More at www.wjkbooks.com/Tanner

#featuredauthor #NewRelease #WJKBooks #authorspotlight #AcademicBible #OldTestament

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WJK Books @wjkbooks.com · 22d

As Christians, what should we believe about hell? Instead of offering a prescriptive, one-size-fits-all answer, Ronald Allen and @drbobcornwall.bsky.social guide the reader through the historical interpretation of #hell. Learn more at wjkbooks.com

#RonaldJAllen #interpretationsofhell

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Presbyterian Outlook @presoutlook.bsky.social · 23d

2025 Advent devotional recommendations

Discover the best #Advent devotionals for 2025. From contemplative guides to churchwide studies, Amy Pagliarella offers resources for faith, reflection, and growth.

@broadleafbooks.bsky.social @wjkbooks.com @terimott.bsky.social

2025 Advent devotional recommendations

Discover the best Advent devotionals recommendations. From contemplative guides to churchwide studies, explore resources for faith, reflection, and growth.

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It Means What It Means Podcast @itmeanswhatitmeans.bsky.social · 25d

I would like to express my gratitude to the folks at @wjkbooks.com for sending me a hardback copy of @matthewboedy.bsky.social forthcoming book The Seven Mountains Mandate: Exposing the Dangerous Plan to Christianize America and Destroy Democracy.

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