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Luckily, with his candid, no-nonsense advice, experience, and passion, James is here to lead the way.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43172828545202,"sku":"9780008536480","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780008536480.jpg?v=1785659026"},{"product_id":"9780008467029","title":"Not a Life Coach","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe follow up to James Smith’s international number one bestseller, Not a Diet Book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo you love your job? Does your future excite you? Are your relationships working for you?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this book, James Smith is back to challenge everything you thought you knew about the path to fulfilment and happiness. With hard-hitting home truths and a helping of tough love, be prepared to reset your outlook, redefine your goals and unlock your potential. Now, more than ever, is the time to take back control. Are you ready to change your life?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43201260454066,"sku":"9780008467029","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780008467029.jpg?v=1785658598"},{"product_id":"9780008374297","title":"Not a Diet Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e*\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe No.1 Sunday Times BestsellerJames Smith has already changed thousands of lives with his international phenomenon Not A Diet Book. Are you ready to change yours?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAre you sick of always wearing black and getting undressed in the dark? Are you fixated with a number on the scales? Are you afraid to step into the gym and commit to a routine? Is your confidence at an all-time low? Is all of this having a negative impact on your life, relationships and happiness?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith every tool you’ll ever need to learn to reset your current mindset and attitude towards your diet and training, chapters include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFat loss versus muscle gain\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMetabolism and ‘body types’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProtein targets and calorie tracking\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommon fitness fallacies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFemale fat loss\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplements\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraining versus exercising\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe importance of sleep\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eForming habitsThis book will put you back in control. It is not a fad diet or a short-term training plan. 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He explains that understanding the world as creation rather than as nature or the environment makes possible an imagination shaped by practices of responsibility and gratitude, which can help bring healing to our lands and communities. 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Spurgeon’s pastoral predecessor, \u003cem\u003eThe Daily Remembrancer\u003c\/em\u003e is a soul–stirring devotional that provides a feast of spiritual encouragement for every morning and evening of the year. Written with remarkable insight and pastoral warmth, James Smith offers readers intimate moments of reflection that bring scripture to life and draw hearts closer to God.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat sets \u003cem\u003eThe Daily Remembrancer \u003c\/em\u003eapart is its remarkable ability to address the heart’s deepest needs while consistently pointing readers to the sufficiency of Christ.Every meditation is carefully crafted to comfort the troubled, challenge the complacent, and guide all readers into a more intimate walk with God.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach day begins and ends with carefully selected Bible verses, followed by profound yet accessible meditations that reveal the deep riches of God’s Word. Smith masterfully weaves together biblical truth with practical application, helping readers navigate their daily challenges while keeping their eyes fixed on Christ. Whether you’re facing trials, seeking direction, or simply desiring deeper spiritual growth, these devotions offer timeless wisdom and comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe morning readings ignite faith and courage for the day ahead, while the evening selections provide peaceful reflection and spiritual renewal. Smith’s writing style combines gentle pastoral care with bold biblical truth, making complex spiritual concepts clear and applicable to everyday life. His words resonate with both new believers and seasoned Christians, offering fresh insights that inspire deeper worship and stronger faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis devotional is perfect for personal quiet times, family worship, or as a thoughtful gift for someone seeking spiritual growth. Its timeless wisdom has encouraged generations of believers, and its truth–filled pages continue to speak powerfully to contemporary readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBegin each day with purpose and end each evening in peace as you journey through this treasure of spiritual wisdom. Let \u003cem\u003eThe Daily Remembrancer\u003c\/em\u003e become your trusted companion in cultivating a deeper, more meaningful relationship with God.\u003c\/p\u003e Morning and evening reading for every day of year\u003cbr\u003eWritten by Spurgeon’s pastoral predecessor\u003cbr\u003eHardback with ribbon","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56303147450741,"sku":"9781527112568","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781527112568_f95a7438-a0ea-46ca-ae3d-de4e6b9869fc.jpg?v=1786022278"},{"product_id":"9781587435911","title":"How to Inhabit Time ITPE – Understanding the Past, Facing the Future, Living Faithfully Now","description":"? 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Smith explains that we must reckon with the past in order to discern the present and have hope for the future. Integrating popular culture, biblical exposition, and meditation, he helps us develop a sense of \"temporal awareness\" that is attuned to the texture of history, the vicissitudes of life, and the tempo of the Spirit.   Smith shows that awakening to the spiritual significance of time is crucial for orienting faith in the twenty-first century. It allows us to become indebted to the past, oriented toward the future, and faithful in the present.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56304595534197,"sku":"9781587435911","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781587435911_e6bc0df1-0015-4b82-9418-c91605020389.jpg?v=1786034374"},{"product_id":"9780801029189","title":"Who's Afraid of Postmodernism?","description":"The philosophies of French thinkers Derrida, Lyotard, and Foucault form the basis for postmodern thought and are seemingly at odds with the Christian faith. However, James K. A. 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It is the first book in the Church and Postmodern Culture series, which provides practical applications for Christians engaged in ministry in a postmodern world.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56311947166069,"sku":"9780801029189","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780801029189_bf1839a1-23ae-4559-b505-18e1ec26f9b9.jpg?v=1786015639"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-james-smith.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}