A Prophetic Call to Authentic Faith In a time of deep cultural and spiritual division, Planks and Beams emerges as a courageous and urgent intervention for the American church. This is not a book of comfortable affirmations; it is a prophetic mirror, reflecting the gap between the way of Jesus and the practices of modern American Christianity. Author Armando Heredia writes from a place of deep love and profound concern, challenging readers to confront the "planks and beams" of structural sin that have obscured the true path of the Gospel. The title, drawn from Jesus's words in Matthew 7:3, frames the book's mission: to encourage a prayerful examination of our own collective failures before judging the world. What sets Planks and Beams apart is its versatile, multi-faceted approach. Each weekly unit contains a powerful suite of tools: Poems: Original, jarring, and evocative poetry that serves as a modern prophetic lament, breaking down defenses and opening the heart to truth. Liturgy: Complete liturgical elements—including calls to worship, responsive readings, prayers of confession, and assurances of pardon—ready for use in worship services. Sermons/Exhortations: Scripturally rich messages that expand on the weekly theme, perfect for sermon inspiration or group teaching. Bible Study Guides: Thoughtful questions and key Scriptures that facilitate deep, honest, and practical small group discussion. This book is an essential resource for: Pastors and Worship Leaders seeking meaningful content for seasons like Lent or for initiating a season of reflection and renewal in their congregation. Small Group Leaders looking for a challenging, discussion-driven study that moves beyond surface-level theology. Lay Readers feeling a holy discontent with the status quo and yearning for a faith that is both intellectually honest and practically transformative. Libraries and Seminaries as a contemporary example of prophetic literature and liturgical theology in practice. Planks and Beams is a timely and necessary work. It refuses easy answers and instead invites readers into the difficult, rewarding work of examining the structure of their faith. It is a plea to stop, listen, and ask the most important question: Who have we become, and does it reflect the One we claim to follow? For any individual or community seeking to bridge the gap between belief and practice, this book offers a roadmap back to the heart of the Gospel.