{"id":22,"date":"2022-06-15T02:10:56","date_gmt":"2022-06-15T02:10:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.faithandpractice.nz\/?page_id=22"},"modified":"2026-01-28T17:52:16","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T05:52:16","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.faithandpractice.nz\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome"},"content":{"rendered":"

Resources for Faith and Practice<\/strong><\/em> has been developed for people who are looking for websites, podcasts and books that are valuable for spiritual growth. The site is in a continual state of development, with new material being added regularly.<\/p>\n

The curated content does not offer easy or simplistic answers to difficult questions. Instead the content will challenge listeners and readers to dig into faith, seeking answers that are congruent with the character of God as seen in the person of Jesus.<\/p>\n

This site also has the expanded reference material including all the hyperlinks for the footnotes<\/a> from the books written by Brian Hight.<\/p>\n

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New in 2026<\/em><\/span><\/h2>\n

Introducing the new “TAP Into God<\/em>” Devotional Series<\/h4>\n

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The TAP Into God Devotional series<\/strong> is designed to help you centre your life in God, one day at a time. These devotionals are not about rushing toward answers, but about learning to become attentive\u2014to God\u2019s presence, God\u2019s movement, and God\u2019s grace in the midst of everyday life.<\/p>\n

Each devotional considers a short passage of Scripture then follows the same simple and intentional rhythm:
\na Thought<\/strong> to guide reflection,
\nan Action<\/strong> to embody faith in lived experience, and
\na Prayer<\/strong> to draw you gently into God\u2019s presence.
\nTogether, these elements invite you to move beyond reading about faith and into practicing it through the shape the TAP into God rhythm.<\/p>\n

Every book in the series offers 40 daily invitations<\/strong> into deeper awareness of God. This rhythm echoes the biblical pattern of formation that unfolds over time\u2014through patience, honesty, and trust rather than pressure or perfection.<\/p>\n

The TAP Into God Devotionals<\/strong> are written for real life: for seasons of clarity and confusion, strength and weariness, joy and waiting. They are meant to be companionable rather than demanding, offering space to reflect, respond, and rest in God.<\/p>\n

Books in this series include:<\/p>\n

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Books by Brian Hight<\/h4>\n

Hover and click for more information.<\/p>\n

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An Intentional Marriage: Tools for a Stronger Relationship\"\"<\/a><\/h4>\n

His recent book (An Intentional Marriage: Tools for a Stronger Relationship<\/em><\/strong><\/a>) looks at the impact of unintentionality in marriage relationships and life in general, then discusses ways that intentional thinking and actions can heal damaged relationships.<\/p>\n

The book is a raw and honest memoir which includes tips, tools, and techniques the author has used to bring intentionality into his marriage.<\/p>\n

Read Chapter 1<\/a> – Introduction
\nRead Chapter 2<\/a> – The Practice of Intentionality<\/p>\n

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Daring Faith: Wrestling Hard Questions Without Losing God<\/h4>\n

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Brian’s first book provides a brief subject overview followed by a series of questions that will hopefully lead to an active discussion over a range of 26 different questions. These cover three major sections:<\/p>\n

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  1. Questions about Critical Thinking<\/strong> – exploring what we believe and why.<\/li>\n
  2. Questions about God and the Bible<\/strong> – exploring biblical relevance and reliability.<\/li>\n
  3. Questions about living in this world<\/strong> – exploring issues of freewill, our intrinsic biases, our responsibilities to each other and the world in which we live, and more…<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    This book is for senior high school students and all adults. It is ideally designed as a discussion guide for small groups who want to explore the relevance of the Bible and faith in our world.<\/p>\n

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    LOVE Theology: Seeing God Through the Lens of Love.<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n

    \"\"<\/a>Brian\u2019s latest book, LOVE Theology<\/em><\/strong>, reimagines the essence of faith by affirming that God\u2019s true name is LOVE\u2014and that everything God does flows from this divine core.<\/p>\n

    This thought-provoking work challenges traditional Christian doctrines and interpretations of scripture, offering a fresh perspective on the nature of God. Through the lens of love, Hight explores profound themes such as sin, redemption, the role of scripture, and how to live a faith that reflects God\u2019s all-encompassing love.<\/p>\n

    LOVE Theology<\/em><\/strong> invites readers to see the Bible as a richly layered text, one that demands careful reflection on its historical, cultural, and linguistic contexts. Hight asserts that God\u2019s love reaches all creation, calling for a holistic faith that includes environmental stewardship as an expression of divine care.<\/p>\n

    This book moves beyond rigid rules and dogma, encouraging readers to embrace a transformative understanding of God\u2019s love\u2014one that permeates creation and reshapes human relationships. By re-evaluating traditional theological perspectives, LOVE Theology<\/em><\/strong> inspires a more inclusive, compassionate vision of faith rooted in the boundless love of God.<\/p>\n

    Discover how LOVE changes everything.<\/p>\n

    Read Chapter 1<\/a>: Introduction
    \nRead     Chapter 2<\/a>: The Name of God is LOVE<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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