Biola University
Gratitude to God: The Heart of Christian Formation
Kent Dunnington (professor of philosophy)
Baker Academic, May 2026
Is gratitude the path to a good life filled with happiness? Modern culture says yes. But what does Scripture say? Gratitude to God invites us to move beyond pop psychology and reclaim a robustly biblical understanding of thanksgiving, one that transforms how we experience life, suffering and God’s generosity.
Statistics and Faith: A Christian Guide to Telling the Truth with Data
Jason Wilson (professor of mathematics, B.S. ’96, B.A. ’96, M.A. ’99)
IVP Academic, May 2026
In a data-saturated world that encourages us to “do our own research,” how can Christians be sure that we’re interpreting statistics accurately — and not distorting them to confirm our biases? Wilson examines how we properly collect, organize, analyze and interpret data, with practical application to polarizing issues such as gambling, Covid and media bias.
The Mountains Shall Drip Sweet Wine: A Biblical Theology of Alcohol
John Anthony Dunne (B.A. ’08, M.A. ’10, M.A. ’11)
Zondervan Academic, October 2025
What does the Bible say about alcohol? In this thorough yet accessible walk through the Old and New Testaments, Dunne shows how biblical authors connect wine and other fermented drinks to themes like joy, wise decision-making and God’s kingdom — inviting readers to think carefully about alcohol’s place in the Christian life and community.
Come Away and Rest: A Guide to Personal Spiritual Retreats
Alyson Pryor (M.A. ’24)
IVP Formatio, January 2026
Feeling overwhelmed, hurried and spiritually depleted? Come Away and Rest invites you onto a path of spiritual renewal through silence, solitude and intentional rest with God. Pryor’s practical, step-by-step guidance helps you create personal retreats that offer a sustainable rhythm for healing, discernment and deeper spiritual growth.
The Sleep You’re Longing For: How Rest Connects Us to Happiness, Healing, and Hope
Ken Wytsma (M.A. ’01, M.A. ’04)
Brazos, April 2026
Exhausted and running on empty? Wytsma invites readers to rethink sleep as essential to physical, mental and spiritual health. Blending research, personal stories and practical advice, he explores why rest is so elusive — and how to reclaim it.
Moral Choices: An Introduction to Ethics (Fifth Edition)
Scott B. Rae (professor of philosophy and Christian ethics; senior advisor to the president for university mission)
Zondervan Academic, June 2026
In a culture increasingly unsure of right and wrong, Rae equips readers to think clearly and biblically about today’s toughest ethical issues. This new edition of his popular textbook brings Christian wisdom to bear on topics like AI, social media, criminal justice, immigration and sexuality — offering a practical framework for wise moral decision-making.
