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English teachers Knol and Karsten have composed these moving reflections inspired by a wide range of writers, many of whom they have brought into their classrooms. And while some of their selections will no doubt be familiar to the reader, each of these meditations will kindle new insights. Attuned to the power of the written word, these seasoned teachers contemplate sacred themes, exploring passages from books that they love in light of passages from Scripture.

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These meditations are fresh and savvy, deeply revealing of the human condition and full of quiet surprises that delight the reader. Fascinating! --Cornelius Plantinga Jr., president emeritus, Calvin Theological Seminary What a wonderful idea: take a short passage from a literary work, compose a brief meditation on the theme of the passage, and conclude with a text from Scripture that encapsulates the meditation. . . . Knol and Karsten bring it off with deftness, grace, empathy, and insight. It's a treasure. --Nicholas Wolterstorff, senior research fellow, Institute for Advanced Studies in Culture, Yale University This book is spun out of the long-practiced craft of making connections. It emerges from years invested in connecting the spy holes into the world provided by literature, the anchor points offered by Scripture, and the need of learners of all ages for fresh glimpses of the horizon. You will find in it a web of compassion and insight that might just tingle your truth receptors and leave you newly centered. --David Smith, director, Kuyers Institute for Christian Teaching and Learning, Calvin University This book offers you intimate conversations with classic literary figures that will remind you of the wisest questions to ask yourself. It belongs on every nightstand. --Kristin Meekhof, co-author of A Widow's Guide to Healing

These meditations are fresh and savvy, deeply revealing of the human condition and full of quiet surprises that delight the reader. Fascinating! --Cornelius Plantinga Jr., president emeritus, Calvin Theological Seminary What a wonderful idea: take a short passage from a literary work, compose a brief meditation on the theme of the passage, and conclude with a text from Scripture that encapsulates the meditation. . . . Knol and Karsten bring it off with deftness, grace, empathy, and insight. It's a treasure. --Nicholas Wolterstorff, senior research fellow, Institute for Advanced Studies in Culture, Yale University This book is spun out of the long-practiced craft of making connections. It emerges from years invested in connecting the spy holes into the world provided by literature, the anchor points offered by Scripture, and the need of learners of all ages for fresh glimpses of the horizon. You will find in it a web of compassion and insight that might just tingle your truth receptors and leave you newly centered. --David Smith, director, Kuyers Institute for Christian Teaching and Learning, Calvin University This book offers you intimate conversations with classic literary figures that will remind you of the wisest questions to ask yourself. It belongs on every nightstand. --Kristin Meekhof, co-author of A Widow's Guide to Healing

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Nancy Knol has pursued a career in the classroom, teaching English and Bible in middle school and high school. She was a recipient of the Michigan Excellence in Teaching Award, and has spoken at a variety of venues, including a role as the keynote speaker at the Midwest Christian School Educators Conference. Nancy has also written a children's book called A Boy Named Will and co-authored a book for middle school teachers called Deeper Waters. Brian Karsten, a husband and a father of a beautiful daughter, has taught English and Speech in Christian high schools since 2003. In addition to teaching, he coaches competitive speaking and acting and has moved into a part-time administration role at Grand Rapids Christian High School.

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