InterVarsity Press

Publisher of thoughtful Christian books for the university, the church, and the world since 1947. #ReadIVP

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As the global church sends more and more missionaries, how can we learn from the past, develop new ways of partnering, and avoid repeating the same mistakes?

The book of Acts provides a role model.

Barnabas.

'The Barnabas Factor' is out now!

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Our bodies are not separated from our spirituality. Whether through prayer walking or brushing our teeth as liturgy, our bodies are a key aspect of our life with God and in community. These four books lead us into a deeper embodied spirituality.

🤲 Spiritual Wayfinding by Deborah Gregory
🤲 Liturgy of the Ordinary by Tish Harrison Warren
🤲 Embracing the Body by Tara M. Owens
🤲 Embodied Hope by Kelly Kapic

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"I came to understand that God was looking not to make bad people good but to make dead people alive."

Read the @CTmagazine article by David Washington, author of 'Don't Despise Our Youth,' here:
https://t.co/UB1K8QISSe

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What does it take to find peace in a culture engineered for distraction?

John Ortberg sits down with Jay Kim, author of 'The Pace of Peace,' whose pursuit of attention, rest, and spiritual formation was interrupted by a panic attack—and reshaped by an ancient prayer practice.

Listen here:
https://t.co/2K2GL3RelC

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What does it mean to shape the church with a vision for true equality?

🎙️ In this episode of Hear Women, @@eng_Scrptr hosts a spirited conversation with @@Mimi_CBE, president of @CBEInt (Christians for Biblical Equality), about her remarkable journey as a scholar, advocate, and “general in the gender wars.”

Discover the joys of standing for biblical equality, the progress the church has made on this issue, and the legacy you can help leave for the next generation of women in leadership. Listen now!

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In light of our announcement about Terumi Echols' retirement, we're hiring a president and publisher for InterVarsity Press.

Interested or know someone who might be? Apply here:
https://t.co/SSyHUiElTR

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"I'd love to write like N.T. Wright when I grow up."

Andrew Berg, a participant in IVP's Transform Your Writing Workshop, shares how 'Surprised by Hope' by @profntwright has impacted his writing.

Which book has impacted you or your writing the most? 📚

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After five years as the president and publisher of InterVarsity Press, Terumi Echols has announced she will be retiring from her role.

She says, “It has been an honor to serve alongside such dedicated colleagues and to steward a ministry that has helped countless readers grow in faith through its authors and partners. My continued prayer is that IVP will continue to serve the church faithfully for generations to come.”

Read the press release: https://t.co/jCJbm3z3sG

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We're back with another writer from IVP's Transform Your Writing Workshop! Carl Christenson shares how 'Prayer in the Night' by Tish Harrison Warren impacted his life and writing. 🌙

If you read 'Prayer in the Night,' tell us how it's impacted you, too ⬇️

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Have you wondered whether your story is worth telling—or if you're the only one who cares about it? You're not alone.

In her debut novel, 'Chapter One Again,' actress Keelia Clarkson tells the story of Jane, a ghostwriter who struggles with the same question. This cozy, clean second chance romance is the perfect read for anyone searching for love, purpose, and a place to call home. 🧡

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"There cannot be a better time in our modern history to write a book on friendship."
—Medard Ngueita, executive director of World Relief Western Washington

Blending deeply personal stories, practical tools, and original songs, Parfait Bassalé redefines friendship as a countercultural antidote to "othering" and a pathway to liberation.

Available now!

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Jacqulyne Horbrook shares her journey of founding Black Christian Influencers, growing it into a conference, and channeling everything she’s learned into her book, 'How to Be a Christian Influencer: Making Social Media a Social Ministry.'

Jacqulyne shows this isn't about chasing followers or trends; it's about using today's tools to build meaningful relationships, share your faith, and genuinely help others succeed.

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"Jeremiah had a beautiful call from the Lord, and it was absolutely miserable."

Last week we had sixteen writers attend our Transform Your Writing Workshop at the IVP office! They enjoyed listening to teaching from our editors and marketers, connecting with one another, and engaging in one on one coaching sessions. ✍️

Some shared with us the book that's impacted their writing the most. 📚 Amy Lykosh said 'Run With the Horses' by Eugene Peterson. 🐎

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What can pastors learn from midwives?

🎙️ In this episode of Hear Women, Shawna Songer Gaines shares how she came to see pastoring through the fresh lens of midwifery, uncovering a more nurturing, humble, and relational model for her own calling.

Listen to the full conversation on your favorite podcast platform.

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Why do so many of us struggle to ask good questions, and how does that impact our work?

Listen to the @DenverInstitute episode with @jr_briggs, author of 'The Art of Asking Better Questions':
https://t.co/Ngi00TYWMS

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"Screenwriter and actress Clarkson’s debut novel draws on her industry experience to create a town that readers will want to return to in future books."

Read the @LibraryJournal review of 'Chapter One Again' by Keelia Clarkson:
https://t.co/1ISSZOj6Yw

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"The modern soul is disenchanted because we have sealed off the soul from heaven."

Read the article "Whatever happened to heaven?" by Brian Zahnd, author of 'Unseen Existences':
https://t.co/cdTExObi8O

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Juneteenth is almost here, a day that holds both celebration and solemn remembrance.

We honor the joy of liberation. Yet, we also grieve the years it was withheld, the truth that was hidden, the dignity denied.

Before the day comes, we invite you to reflect. These six books make room for the grief and freedom our faith calls us toward.

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We loved seeing so many authors and readers at TGCW26!

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What does it mean to lean fully into embodied church leadership as a woman?

🎙️ In this episode of Hear Women, host Tara Beth Leach sits down with pastor and writer Shawna Songer Gaines for an honest exchange about the realities of women’s leadership, the power of self-attentiveness, and the deep links between the body, motherhood, and ministry.

Available now on your favorite podcast platform.