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Spirituality and Religion May 2025 |
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| Righteous Strife: How Warring Religious Nationalists Forged Lincoln's Union by Richard CarwardineFor readers interested in the entanglement of faith and politics, this exploration of the Civil War reframes the conflict through the lens of religious nationalism. Drawing on Lincoln’s own spiritual conception of the war, it highlights how competing religious visions shaped the nation -- and still echo in church–state debates today. |
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| Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious by Ross DouthatThoughtful skeptics and questioning believers alike may find resonance in this blueprint for rediscovering faith through reason. Tackling science, consciousness, and spiritual longing, it offers a rigorous, empathetic case for belief in a world that often favors doubt. |
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Before You Climb Any Higher: Valley Wisdom for Mountain Dreams
by Jonathan McReynolds
People long for mountaintop experiences, but they're difficult to achieve and impossible to maintain without the rest, nourishment, and strength found in lush, life-giving valleys. Grammy Award winner Jonathan McReynolds shows us why having a valley mindset may not be what you think--it's about receiving God's grace, love, and encouragement as His beloved child.
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| Godstruck: Seven Women's Unexpected Journeys to Religious Conversion by Kelsey OsgoodThis intimate, searching portrait of modern religious conversion focuses on women who find faith in unexpected places. With curiosity and care, the author explores how belief intersects with identity, tradition, and fulfillment -- offering insight for anyone intrigued by the tension between contemporary life and ancient faith. |
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| Miracles and Wonder: The Historical Mystery of Jesus by Elaine PagelsElaine Pagels investigates how stories of Jesus’s miracles shaped the movement that followed him -- and why they still resonate today. With historical precision and narrative flair, she unpacks the tension between fact and faith, inviting spiritually curious readers to rethink the power of sacred storytelling. |
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Here: A Spirituality of Staying in a Culture of Leaving
by Lydia Sohn
Blending personal narrative with spiritual reflection, the author encourages readers to embrace the “Rule of St. Benedict” and eschew constant reinvention and instead find contentment in cultivating the potential within their current lives.
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| The Jewish Way to a Good Life: Find Happiness, Build Community, and Embrace... by Rabbi Shira StutmanFor readers curious about applying spiritual tradition to modern life, this accessible guide explores Jewish values as tools for self-understanding and connection. With warmth and clarity, Rabbi Shira Stutman blends ancient teachings with practical insight into relationships, generosity, and the everyday ethics of living well. |
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| People Pleaser: Breaking Free from the Burden of Imaginary Expectations by Jinger Duggar VuoloMany who have struggled with approval-seeking will find kinship and encouragement in this candid spiritual memoir. Reflecting on her own journey, Jinger Vuolo offers a faith-centered path to self-worth -- inviting readers to trade performance for presence and rediscover their identity in the eyes of God. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Carrollton Public Library 1700 Keller Springs Road, Carrollton Texas 75006 4220 North Josey Lane, Carrollton Texas 75010
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