Applying the Gospel Study Bible
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July 2026 New Releases
New Books and Bibles
Below is a list of the new and notable resources releasing this month from Crossway. Titles include Dust to Dust by Jen Wilkin and the ESV Applying the Gospel Study Bible.
Dust to Dust: Aging Wisely in an Anti-Aging World
In this extended exploration of aging, Jen Wilkin draws poetic parallels between the first half of life and the second. Exploring the changing realities of caregiving, abilities, and potentiality, she helps us to trace God’s give-and-take design at every stage. Wilkin offers practical insights on body image, honoring the elderly, the essential value of family, and more. She urges us to trade an anti-aging mindset for the pursuit of biblical wisdom, encouraging believers to lean into—not fight—their place in the true story of the arc of life.
“Jen Wilkin’s ministry is a gift to the entire church. In this book, she unmasks the anti-aging messaging we are flooded with in the modern world, inviting us instead to embrace a biblical vision for each different season of life. What this book reveals is surprisingly hopeful and desperately needed in our culture: that, in Christ, aging is not a loss to be feared but God’s appointed path toward fullness and life.”
—Gavin Ortlund, President, Truth Unites; Theologian in Residence, Immanuel Nashville, Tennessee; Visiting Professor of Historical Theology, Phoenix Seminary
ESV Applying the Gospel Study Bible
The ESV Applying the Gospel Study Bible for Men and the ESV Applying the Gospel Study Bible for Women are thoughtfully designed to help men and women encounter Christ in Scripture and apply the gospel to their everyday lives. Featuring gospel-centered study notes, engaging book introductions, and thoughtful articles, this Bible illuminates how God’s redemptive purposes unfold throughout Scripture.
In the women’s edition, fresh daily devotionals by trusted authors like Joni Eareckson Tada, Ruth Chou Simons, Caroline Cobb, Kristen Wetherell, Emily Jensen, and Jen Oshman focus on heart-level application and help women live a life of love and faithfulness. In the men’s edition, daily devotionals written by trusted authors like Dane Ortlund, Alistair Begg, Stephen Nichols, Ray Ortlund, and David Gibson help men live a life of love and integrity empowered by the gospel.
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A Godward Life: 120 Meditations on the Supremacy of God
Ideal for daily reflection, these brief, Scripture-soaked readings touch on issues relevant to our daily lives, including the character of God, the pursuit of holiness, suffering in our broken world, marriage and parenting, prayer, and more. A Godward Life is a passionate, moving, and articulate call for all believers to live in conscious and glad submission to the sovereignty and glory of God.
Taste and See: 125 Meditations for the Godward Life
In Taste and See, Piper asks hard questions and finds poignant but practical truths from the Bible on topics as diverse as adoption, God’s sovereignty, body image, retirement, prayer, mental health, computer usage, assurance, rest, and many more. This substantive spiritual food will brace your mind with truth and nourish your heart with God’s satisfying grace.
Escape from Rome: A Decide-as-You-Go Adventure
In this immersive novel, the reader is the protagonist. Each suspenseful chapter ends with two or three courses of action. Kids choose one and see where the story takes them. Bible verses throughout reassure children that, whether the outcome of their decision is good or bad, God is with them. As readers confront gladiators, prison cells, and the reign of the evil Emperor Nero, they’ll learn how to apply biblical wisdom and rely on God’s grace along the way.
Escape from Rome is the second book in the Lamplight series, written by Kathryn Butler. Each immersive novel teaches kids how to make choices inspired by the truth of Scripture. With a variety of story combinations, children will love reading and rereading this unique book.
“The Lamplight series captures all the adventure and excitement of the ‘choose-your-own’ books we loved as children yet thoughtfully remains grounded in a biblical worldview. Readers will return again and again to explore new paths, carefully considering how each choice shapes the outcome. A thrilling and delightful read!”
—Korrie Johnson, children’s book reviewer, GoodBookMom.com
The Path to Being a Missionary: A Guide for the Aspiring
In The Path to Being a Missionary, Ryan Robertson and Matt Bennett lay out practical advice and questions for readers as they consider if missionary work is the right fit for them. Through each concise chapter, readers will consider preparation for a life of service while honestly evaluating their character, convictions, and competencies. Rather than asking, Am I called? Robertson and Bennett urge men and women to ask the more important question: Am I qualified?
“This book is a treasure for those who are thinking through missions as a goer or sender. Robertson and Bennett have the history, skill sets, and love for the church that make this book eminently practical, easy to read, and biblically grounded. By God’s grace, it will be a blessing to many in the church and especially to the nations.”
—Brooks Buser, President, Radius International
Romans: Saved by Grace
With warmth and clarity, Jen Oshman makes in-depth Bible study accessible without diminishing the richness of God’s Word. Verse by verse, Oshman guides readers through the full ESV text of Romans to aid their personal study, group discussion, teaching, and outreach. In this well-loved epistle, Paul presents the gospel with deep theological insight and practical application across a wide array of topics, including salvation by faith, works righteousness, Jesus throughout Scripture, God’s heart for all nations, and more. Each volume in the Conversational Commentary series includes an engaging introduction, historical and cultural background, key themes, and suggestions for deeper study.
“This is the series I’ve been waiting for! These Conversational Commentaries are for every Bible study leader, small group facilitator, Bible teacher, and Bible study participant. Written by women, for women, these volumes help you engage deeply with Scripture, equip you for rich discussions, deepen your understanding of God’s word, and point you to Christ.”
—Courtney Doctor, Director of Women’s Initiatives, The Gospel Coalition; Bible teacher; author, From Garden to Glory and In View of God’s Mercies; coauthor, Behold and Believe
Bringing the Gospel to the Nations: Lessons for the Church from Acts 9–18
Examining Acts 9–18, Iain Duguid offers new insights on this pivotal period in early church history. A companion to his book Turning the World Upside Down, which explores Acts 1–8, this volume follows the continued progress of the gospel and the perseverance of the saints. Duguid explains how God’s grace replaced Jewish laws concerning kosher food and circumcision. He also studies themes of judgment, healing, and the unexpected people God chooses to establish his church. As readers work through the text, they will gain a strong understanding of Christian history and God’s will for the body of Christ.
“Acts is a fast-paced narrative with surprises around every corner. Iain Duguid’s series captures the momentum beautifully, staying close to the text while offering sharp and substantive comments to help readers trace the story without getting bogged down in the details. This is a wonderful contribution, one that will serve a wide range of readers for years to come.”
—Patrick Schreiner, Associate Professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
How Do I Get the Most from My Pastor’s Sermons?
In this addition to the Church Questions series, Gunner Gundersen explains that listening in church isn’t a passive experience but an urgent activity. Drawing from Scripture and personal examples, he shares practical advice for preparing for church, addressing distractions, interpreting Scripture, discussing sermons as a community, and more. This short, approachable guide will encourage your church to treasure God’s word by listening faithfully during sermons.
“Christians are pressed by very real questions. How does Scripture structure a church, order worship, organize ministry, and define biblical leadership? Those are just examples of the questions that are answered clearly, carefully, and winsomely in this new series from 9Marks. I am so thankful for this ministry and for its incredibly healthy and hopeful influence in so many faithful churches. I eagerly commend this series.”
—R. Albert Mohler Jr., President, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Titus: Transformed by Grace
In this 10-week Bible study, Lydia Brownback walks verse by verse through this pastoral epistle, exploring Christian leadership, spiritual purity, and godly womanhood. Designed for both individual and group study, each lesson helps women engage Scripture thoughtfully, encouraging a faith that is both rooted in grace and lived out with purpose.
“The brilliant and beautiful mix of sound teaching, helpful charts, lists, sidebars, and appealing graphics—as well as insightful questions that get the reader into the text of Scripture—make these studies that women will want to invest time in and will look back on as time well spent.”
—Nancy Guthrie, author; Bible teacher