Best Selling Books by Dave Jackson

ASSASSINS IN THE CATHEDRAL, Introducing Festo Kivengere -- With the help of Uganda's famous evangelist Festo Kivengere, Yacobo Kabaza and his family move to the Ugandan capital, Kampala, where Yacobo's father will be the new driver for Archbishop Luwum. As part of the cathedral's upcoming Centennial celebration, the archbishop asks Yacobo, an aspiring author, to write a play about the legendary three boys who became Uganda's first Christian martyrs. The young teenager is thrilled. However, the growing reign of terror of General Idi Amin and his "Special Forces," who falsely suspect the church of helping the rebels, overshadows Yacobo's excitement. When the archbishop doesn't return from a meeting with Amin, officials claim he died in a "car accident." Kivengere is forced to flee the country. But the church bravely goes on with preparations for the Centennial, and Yacobo's play begins rehearsals, with his brother, Blasio, playing the youngest martyr. As the Special Forces circle closer, and the legend of the martyrs becomes alarmingly real, will Yacobo have the strength to survive? Faced with death, their weapon is love.

Endorsements by Theologians, Pastors, Philosophers, Therapists Is Your God Good? takes on perhaps the greatest single obstacle to faith in the Christian God-the widespread occurrence of seemingly unfair and senseless suffering. Dave Jackson does not downplay the seriousness of the problem or offer simplistic solutions. Nor does he dodge the difficulty of certain biblical texts that portray God as the agent of evils but emphatically urges readers to consider Jesus Christ as the definitive revelation of God that corrects these all-too-human ancient, albeit "biblical" misconceptions of God's moral character. -John R. Schneider, Professor Emeritus of Theology, Calvin University How can we believe that God is perfectly good when so many prayers go unanswered, when so much pain and evil is allowed to take place, and when Scripture sometimes depicts him as a violent nationalistic warrior deity? In Is Your God Good?, Jackson boldly addresses these and other objections to the goodness of God, providing insightful and informed responses at every turn. Everyone who is concerned with the character of God and the problem of evil would benefit from this work. -Greg Boyd, author, theologian, Teaching Pastor Woodland Hills Church, Maplewood, Minnesota We often subscribe to theological ideas and ways of reading Scripture that deliver spoiled products when we suffer. Jackson names these and offers better alternatives. By owning his own experience, Jackson makes it safe for readers to explore how their own suffering has been excused, denied, ignored, or even justified in the name of God. -Gregory A. Clark, Professor of Philosophy, North Park University In this present, disorienting political moment, where $60 Bibles incorporate the U.S. Constitution and "God Bless America," Jackson's book, Is Your God Good? could not be more timely. While the Word of God has always had a history of being misused, today's Christ-followers (particularly the emerging generations) are disillusioned by the present American-brand of Christianity that has propagated all kinds of violence and human suffering in the name of God. In the face of such jaw-dropping displays of Christian nationalism like the January 6th insurrection, young believers have all but dismissed the Bible as dangerously archaic. Jackson's read is a labor-of-love, helping "set the record straight" on the irrefutable goodness of God via a remarkable survey of some of the Bible's most difficult texts and narratives, and in a way accessible to all ages. Furthermore, Jackson's discussion ranges from the cosmic and philosophical to the on-the-ground practical. I cannot overstate the contribution this book can make to the health and renewal of a Church in crisis. -Dr. Craig Wong, Executive Director, New College Berkeley As a pastor, I can think of dozens of conversations I've had with people who were struggling with the very questions Jackson addresses. I wish I'd had a resource like this to give them. This book is thoughtful and accessible for anyone wrestling with some of the hard questions of faith, especially when it comes to understanding the heart of God and how God engages with humanity. -Scott Keebles, Lead Pastor, Copper Creek Church, Champaign, Illinois When it comes to the core Christian belief that "God is good all the time," the American Church is confused and divided, especially on the question of suffering. Jackson addresses this complex theological question in truly understandable ways. His approach is unapologetically gospel-centered, looking to Christ to ultimately clarify the nature of God. -Julia Pferdehirt, LPC, author of Soul Mending and other books on mental and spiritual health

THE HIDDEN JEWEL Introducing Amy Carmichael From the moment he and his mother arrived from England, everything about India shouted adventure to fourteen-year-old John Knight. Crowds of people swarmed in the streets, temple elephants paraded about, monkeys scolded at passers-by-this was easily the most exciting place John had ever been. If only his father, a British government official sent to south India in 1909, will allow him to explore it. But John and his mother are not prepared for what they discover when they befriend an Irish missionary named Amy Carmichael. With a heart for justice, John is shocked to learn that a young Indian girl rescued by Carmichael is a "child bride" being legally forced by her wicked uncle to marry an elderly man! Is it possible that John's father might be called upon to uphold this horrible law? What will happen if John does not act? Who will save Jewel? Will all the fears mirrored in Jewel's eyes come to pass?

When a beloved contemporary Christian recording artist finds herself unable to continue her current tour schedule, she returns home to Chicago, where she faces new questions about her future and her faith.

Retired Chicago cop Harry Bentley has custody of his grandson, DaShawn, giving him a second chance at being a good parent. He is enjoying a second romance with the enchanting Estelle Williams. He has finally connected with God. So, why is his eye giving him fits?

THE QUEEN'S SMUGGLER Introducing William Tyndale Sarah Poyntz is the daughter of an English merchant who operates a shipping business from Antwerp, Belgium, in 1535. Her father is very interested in the ideas of William Tyndale, who has fled England as a condemned outlaw for refusing to stop his translation work of the English Bible. Tyndale believes that the Word of God should be read by the common people in their own language, a belief shared by the Poyntz family. But when Tyndale is captured and imprisoned, Sarah becomes the only hope for saving his fife. If she can successfully smuggle a copy of Tyndale's New Testament into the hands of the king's wife, Queen Anne, perhaps she can persuade him to spare Tyndale's life. If Sarah's desperate mission fails, her family is in peril of their lives. Will she have the courage to go through with it? Can Tyndale's life be spared?

ROUNDUP OF THE STREET ROVERS, Introducing Charles Loring Brace -- For Kip O'Reilly, life on the streets doesn't seem all that bad. At least he and the other rovers have each other, and that's more than enough to keep them happy--well, as long as they can steal to survive. Just selling newspapers doesn't quite cut it. When Kip is finally caught stealing one morning, he's sent to jail. Fortunately for Kip, Rev. Brace of the Children's Aid Society bails him out, but only on the condition he comes to live at the Boys' Lodging House and starts earning an honest wage. When the opportunity comes for the children at the society to head west on the "orphan train" in search of families to take them in, Kip is on board. But when they reach the first town, it seems like everyone else is placed except Kip. Will his honesty about his past petty theft keep people from taking him in? ALL HE EVER WANTED WAS A FAMILY. . . .

In Antwerp, Belgium, in 1543, after his mother is arrested as a heretic, fifteen-year-old Adriaen Wens flees with the Anabaptist preacher Menno Simons and must decide whether to turn Simons in to save his mother from death.

Snowmageddon takes us back into the Bentley household as Estelle crusades for a group home to move into the neighborhood in hopes that her mentally challenged son can become one of the residents. But the tenuous relationships the Bentleys have developed since they moved to the neighborhood, risk coming apart as opposition to the group home uncovers age-old prejudices and fears, as well as simmering tensions between the two Jewish and Iranian families. Harry Bentley faces his own demons when he risks losing custody of his only grandson and when the young woman he promised to protect from a vengeful drug mule flees the safety of the neighborhood. After so much progress, Beecham Street faces another blizzard The fifth in the Windy City Neighbors series, Snowmageddon brings the Beecham Street neighbors full circle during a historic snowstorm that whiteouts a wedding, threatens the life of a mother and unborn child, and challenges just how much neighbors can count on each other when push comes to shove. Welcome to Beecham Street-a typical, isolated American neighborhood that was beginning to come out of its shell . . . but is about to be snowed under.

Greg Singer's job puts tremendous stress on his marriage with Nicole, who for the first time notices the handsome lawyer at the end of the block. When the recession hits Greg's industry, he thinks the crisis is merely an opportunity for God to bless him with unmatched prosperity, and he steps out in bold faith. But is he being "pound foolish"? Intersecting with Penny wise, (book three) Pound foolish returns us to Beecham Street, a typical American neighborhood, where a growing friendship brings new meaning to prosperity.

This booklet, When The Best Help is No Help (widely known as The Yellow Book) came about following a talk my husband Dave gave on personal agency and accountability in November 2006, using our experiences with our son Brin.Brin gave his permission for the original talk, as well as an article that followed, and this book. He has also shared the book, as well as his experiences, with others in need.Is there one perfect solution? No. Does this book provide all the answers and make "everything" go away and life return to normal ? Unfortunately, no.Has it helped?Later that November we gave Aaron, the counselor who facilitates a weekly meeting for the parents for the parents and loved ones of addicts and alcoholics (which we still attend) a copy of the talk. Much of what we have learned comes from that group - sharing, supporting and grieving together - learning that we cannot save or fix our loved one no matter how much we may want to and/or try to.We had to learn that those who dig themselves into the trench are the ones who must make the hard choice, and do the hard work, to climb out! Only they, as they seek and turn their lives over to their higher power can achieve this.While you cannot fix them, IT IS possible to fix yourself starting with the coming to the vital and freeing realization that you did not cause it, you cannot control it, and you cannot cure it. But, with effort, support, and understanding, you can become "UN-addicted" to your loved one! You must learn to fix yourself for your own health and your relationships with your many other loved ones and all the others that make up your world. And if there is good news in this, it is that there is help for you to overcome guilty, to refuse blame, to have a life aside from their situation - even to accept and love them in spite of what is going on in their life. Helpfully, this book will help!I, Gail, woke up in the middle of the night feeling Dave's talk needed to be formatted. I went to bed three hours later. I did not change any wording, just the visual presentation. That was in January 2007.We had six copies printed and gave them to people familiar with the disease and the toil it takes on everyone. One copy went to the psychologist who had been seeing Brin for several months during our frantic search for answers.We had copies printed, a few at a time, as they were requested. In December of 2009 we had our eighth printing which brought the total to 500.At that time we quit counting -- but not printing!The Yellow Book quickly took on a life of its own (and and continues to) without any formal advertising. Recently it was suggested that we extend its audience as an electronic book. We did not have any clue if 1) it was a good idea and 2) how to do it, so we tossed the idea out at the next weekly meeting, mentioned above. It was met with enthusiasm and ideas but no concrete information on the how of doing it.The very next week, an individual attending the group for the very first time, had just finished putting an e-book on-line. We do not believe in coincidences!

RISKING GRACE, Loving Out Gay Family and Friends Like Jesus by Dave Jackson As someone who helped write a book advocating reparative therapy for gay people back in 1987, it was with gut-wrenching love that my wife and I did not let our daughter go when she came out 16 years ago. We fi rst prayed that God would change her, then that he would work out his purpose in her life, and fi nally, "Lord, what are you trying to teach us?" God answered with insights that led me to write RISKING GRACE, Loving Our Gay Family and Friends Like Jesus. It's a father's story about my agonizing personal journey of coming to realize that we evangelicals have lost our way when it comes to gay people by substituting a works/righteousness requirement for the clear Gospel message that salvation comes by grace through faith alone. I explore alternative interpretations to the "prohibitive texts," but the main foundation for my change of heart is the life and ministry of Jesus, how he embraced marginalized people, and the way he and the early church dealt with diffi cult issues. I share our story with you, our church family, because many of us have family members or friends who are gay, and we all need help learning how to love like Jesus. I've written with as much transparent vulnerability as I can, wrestling with the questions and presuppositions of the average straight dad (or mom) . . . who loves his daughter and his church but discovers that we have been driving gay people away from Jesus.

Stories with accompanying Scripture quotations and discussion questions demonstrate the effectiveness of persevering and finishing such projects as cleaning a room, making a gift for a relative, and bailing out a leaky boat.

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