Rachel Held Evans

Rachel Held Evans's Book Recommendations

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Rachel Held Evans (1981-2019) was a popular American Christian author and blogger. She was known for her progressive and often controversial views on Christianity, as well as her advocacy for LGBTQ+ inclusion and gender equality in the church. Her book recommendations indicate an interest in theology, spirituality, and biblical studies.

6 books recommended

📚 Books Recommended by Rachel Held Evans 6

The Jewish Annotated New Testament

The Jewish Annotated New Testament

by Amy-Jill Levine

"Rachel Held Evans recommended this book on Twitter."

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"@amandalynnkerr Lois Tverberg's book, "Walking in the Dust of Rabbi Jesus" is great. Also, The Jewish Annotated New Testament."

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Walking in the Dust of Rabbi Jesus

Walking in the Dust of Rabbi Jesus

by Lois Tverberg

"@amandalynnkerr Lois Tverberg's book, "Walking in the Dust of Rabbi Jesus" is great. Also, The Jewish Annotated New Testament."

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A Prayer for Owen Meany

A Prayer for Owen Meany

by John Irving

"One of my favorite books ever of all time."

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"One of my favorite books ever of all time."

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Transforming

Transforming

by Austen Hartke

"My most recommended on the Bible & trans issues."

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"For each day of #PrideMonth I'm featuring a person or organization doing great work at the intersection of faith and gender/sexuality. Today, follow & support @AustenLionheart whose book "Transforming" is my most recommended on the Bible & trans issues:"

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Rilke's Book of Hours

Rilke's Book of Hours

by Anita Barrows

"One of the most precious books I own."

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"@HibbsPierce His Book of Hours is one of the most precious books I own. I love the translations from Anita Barrows and Joanna Macy."

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Learning to Speak God from Scratch

Learning to Speak God from Scratch

by Jonathan Merritt

"Packed with gems of wisdom and insight. I loved it!"

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"This little book is packed with gems of wisdom and insight. I loved it! Definitely a must-read for writers & pastors who use faith-y language a lot. Bravo, @JonathanMerritt!"

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