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Rise : A Child’s Guide To Eastertide
$17.99On Easter morning, a child revels in the colors and sounds of celebration. The church is bright with flowers and all the songs are full of hallelujahs. But as she repeats the joyful words, Christ is Risen, secretly she wonders, “What does Easter have to do with me?”
Rise: A Child’s Guide to Eastertide follows a child through the fifty days of Easter, as she shares in family and community celebrations, hears stories of the Risen Jesus, notices how the world around her is coming alive again, and ponders how growth and new beginnings are part of her own life. Rise is the fourth book in the “Circle of Wonder: Liturgical Year Resource Set.”
Out of this wondering comes a new way of seeing. Easter is not just about what happened to Jesus long ago. It is about change and transformation here and now. When we let go of things–even our own mistakes; when we look for Jesus and find him in new places; when we fall and get up again; when we share a feast; when we love–that is Easter.
Resurrection is a big word.
It means rise again.
I used to think it was a word
only for what happened to Jesus.
But now I’m not so sure.
Sometimes we trip and fall.
But falling does not have to be
the end of the story.
Peter did something bad
because he was scared.
But Jesus let him try again.
I like how Jesus feeds his friends,
even if they didn’t really deserve it.
I like how he gives Peter another chance
to show what he can do.
Maybe Jesus could see
that Peter was much more
than the mistake he made.
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Wine In The Word Bible Study Guide Plus Streaming Video
$21.99Why should you watch a video Bible study about wine in the Bible? What role might wine have in the life of a Christian, or even in the life of the church? As Christians, aren’t we committed to truly spiritual things, building up the body of Christ and seeing the Kingdom of God coming down to earth? Surely wine doesn’t have anything to do with that. Doesn’t the apostle Paul even remind us that the kingdom of God is not about eating and drinking but about spiritual things such as righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit (Rom. 14:17)?
Does it surprise you that Jesus’ first miracle was turning water into wine? He miracled forth such an abundance of really high-end, high quality wine at a Jewish peasant wedding feast that the sommelier at the party was astounded. Did you know that Jesus drank four cups of wine when he celebrated the Passover meal with his disciples? He was known to hang out with the rough-and-ready of society, enjoying wine with saints and sinners alike. He surely did not fit into the spiritual vision of his own people and offended the religious status quo seemingly wherever he went.
Do you feel uncomfortable with the idea that wine is a spiritual gift? Perhaps you feel slightly sinful for indulging in a glass of wine or overly afraid that wine might be the devil’s tool of temptation. And we’ve all seen the abuses that can happen with alcohol. But, whatever your own personal background might be, these beautiful and mysterious worlds of wine and the Christian faith should have never been severed from one another. They belong together ever since Noah planted his first vineyard close to Mount Ararat. Though Noah was also the first person in the Bible to get drunk, his vocation as a vintner set the stage for wine to become the most talked about food in the Bible.
In this six-session video Bible study, scholar and author Gisela H. Kreglinger and pastor and author Randy Frazee will help you discover how wine and the Christian life fit together. They will help you learn about how we can reclaim wine as a gift from God. They will introduce you to wine as a spiritual gift. God gave the overflowing cup of wine to bless us, to bring us joy, and to help us draw near to him. This Bible study will inspire you to experience more fully one of God’s earthly gifts and help you to commune more deeply with the Creator of all good things.
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Something : One Small Thing Can Make A Difference
$8.99Teach your little ones that their actions–big or small–matter and have the power to make the world a better place with this empowering board book based on Matthew 25.
“When I know a friend is hurting then my heart starts aching too, like it’s asking me a question . . . is there something I can do?”
This inspiring board book explores themes of compassion and empathy, encouraging children to take positive action when they see a need in the world around them. From big things–like helping to plant a community garden or trying to find a home for an animal in need–to small things–like making a card or welcoming someone new–there is always something we can do! The book’s lyrical refrain will stick with kids long after the book is closed: “If there’s something that you notice, there is something you can do. Keep your kindness radar working–maybe something starts with you!” Immerse your little one in a world of kindness and hope with this gorgeously illustrated offering from Natalee Creech.
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Lower : Igniting Spiritual Awakening Through Radical Humility
$27.00In this inspiring account, a pastor shares how radical humility ignited a sixteen-day revival on a small college campus–and why it is an essential tool for building a closer relationship with God.
As Zach Meerkreebs ended his sermon on the campus of Asbury University, he challenged, “Do not leave here until you experience the love of God so that you can pour it out.” Several students remained, praying and worshipping, and others joined them until a crowd formed that grew to over 65,000 and covered the campus and small Kentucky town. As the worshipping and praying continued, for sixteen days and nights, the media began reporting on what came to be called the Asbury Outpouring.
In Lower, Zach shares his experiences at the Outpouring and answers his own question, what sparked this revival? With personal stories, Scripture, testimonies from Asbury, wisdom from other Christian writers, and key insights he has received in quiet moments with Jesus, Zach shows readers the path to radical humility and deeper friendship with God. As we go lower in our pursuit of humility, we can steward spaces prepared for a move of God and shine Jesus to all those who are watching.
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This Changes Everything
$28.00From the author of I Take My Coffee Black, a sobering, humorous memoir about learning to let go and embrace the sanctity of life after being diagnosed with Cancer.
When Tyler Merritt was diagnosed with cancer, everything he thought he knew about what mattered in life changed. This Changes Everything is a humorous and optimistic love letter to this beautiful life.
Though he made it through a highly invasive surgery and thought he was in the clear, Tyler soon realized that the cancer had other plans. It wasn’t a question of if the tumor would come back for an encore, his doctors told him. It was a question of when. Laced with Tyler’s trademark humor, love of pop culture, and arguably too many musical theater references, This Changes Everything is a story about how wrestling with the idea of death can birth a whole new outlook on life, how we live it, and the urgency that comes when you grasp that time is a precious commodity.
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Magic Of Knowing What You Want
$18.99Create the fully aligned, purposeful life you were made to live
What do you really want? It’s an uncomplicated question until you try to answer it meaningfully. Whether prompted by transition, disruption, or curiosity about how to live more aligned with your values, we’ve all been there, feeling frozen, stuck, or lost in the fog of competing, half-baked desires, unsure how to move forward.
In The Magic of Knowing What You Want, leadership coach Tracey Gee walks you through a proven framework of identifying, clarifying, and embodying your desires. With interactive exercises, relatable case studies, and thoughtful questions, Gee helps you discover what you really want, teaches you how to turn those desires into action, and shows you that a thriving, abundant life is closer than you think.
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Know How We Got Our Bible Includes Free Streaming Video
$22.99The easy accessibility of the Bible in most of the world’s major languages can obscure a dramatic and sometimes unexpected story. In Know How We Got Our Bible, scholars Ryan Reeves and Charles Hill trace the history of the Bible from its beginnings to the present day, highlighting key figures and demonstrating overall the reliability of Scripture.
Reeves and Hill begin with the writing of the Bible’s books (including authorship and dating), move into the formation of the Old and New Testaments (including early transmission and the development of the canon), and conclude with several chapters on Bible translation from the Latin Vulgate to the ongoing work of translation around the world today.
This book has everything you need for a full personal or group study experience.
*Written simply and focused on the overarching story of how the Bible came to us today, Know How We Got Our Bible is an excellent introduction for formal students and lay learners alike. Chapters end with reflection questions and recommended reading for further study.
*An individual access code to stream all video sessions online. (You don’t need to buy a DVD!)
Sessions and video run times:
1 – Introduction (23 min)
2 – The Old Testament (21 min)
3 – The Septuagint and the Apocrypha (19 min)
4 – The New Testament (28 min)
5 – The Earliest Christians (23 min)
6 – The Vulgate (22 min)
7 – The Medieval Bible (30 min)
8 – The Renegade Bible of John Wycliffe (21 min)
9 – The Bible and the Reformation (27 min)
10 – The Protestant Bible in English (26 min)
11 – The King James Bible (26 min)
12 – The Modern Bible Movements (27 min)
13 – The Bible Today – and Tomorrow (34 min)Streaming video access code included. Access code subject to expiration after January 14, 2030. Code may be redeemed only by the recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside.
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Mindful Marriage : Create Your Best Relationship Through Understanding And
$27.00Backed by neuroscience and biblical principles, this book delivers a therapeutic model for couples who want to stop the painful patterns in troubled relationships as well as healthy marriages, so that they can build a stronger connection.
When Ron and Nan Deal suffered the devastating loss of their child, their marriage was nearly shattered by their destructive cycles. At wits’ end, they sought the help of pioneering therapists Dr. Terry Hargrave and Sharon Hargrave, LMFT, whose transformational Restoration Therapy has helped millions through the practice of emotional mindfulness.
Now, the Deals and Hargraves introduce readers to this proven method that challenges popular beliefs about how relationships work. They show readers how to better understand themselves in times of emotional distress, so that they can self-regulate. Christian readers will especially appreciate the balance of scientifically proven methods along with Scripturally sound teaching, resulting in more loving, faithful marital relationships.
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Stories Of The Spirit Of Justice
$18.99New York Times bestselling author Jemar Tisby collects the true, impactful stories of figures from across history–from the well-known to those often forgotten–who resisted racism and created a legacy of hope and perseverance. Each short biography is paired with an illustration to help inspire young readers to continue to work toward justice today.
We are living in the civil rights movement of our day. But the challenges of the present call us to remember the past. Throughout American history, there has always been a resilient group of people who, motivated by their faith, resisted oppression and pushed for greater equality and liberty for all. From well-known figures like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Harriet Tubman, to those time has nearly forgotten, all these people tapped into an abiding spirit of justice to pursue the dignity of all people.
Stories of the Spirit of Justice is the companion book for young readers ages 8-12 to Jemar Tisby’s The Spirit of Justice and tells the story of the justice movement through short biographies of the figures who did the work. With illustrations depicting the people profiled and practical tips connecting readers to the continued fight for justice, this is essential reading for everyone who still dreams of a land where all are truly free.
Stories of the Spirit of Justice:
*covers the colonial era to the present day
*includes inspiring takeaways from each person’s life and a bibliography for further reading
*roots each story in the historical moment, with descriptions of the state of justice in different eras in American history
*can be used by families and church or school groups to start meaningful conversations with kids
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Gods Greatest Bible Promises For Comfort In Difficult Times
$4.99Throughout the course of life we may find ourselves, family, friends, or even strangers amid like’s most difficult circumstances. In these times we are not left without hope, comfort, and encouragement. God’s Greatest Bible Promises for Comfort in Difficult Times presents over one hundred verses to provide anyone with the most powerful messages from an all loving God. Our heavenly Father promises not to forsake us and these verses can be read or spoken out loud any time we are in need. We can experience the unlimited power of God through His Word, nothing that we go through here on earth will keep us from His love.
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Finding God Along The Way
$18.99After spending 300 miles on the Ignatian Camino in Spain with a group whose average age was 67, Christine Marie Eberle returned to the United States with blisters that would fade, friendships that would not, and the conviction that anyone can develop a pilgrim’s heart on this life’s journey.
This moving and often humorous account of one woman’s pilgrimage encourages readers to reimagine their own life’s path. Follow author Christine Eberle as she joins a group in the autumn of life along the 500-year-old pilgrimage route of St. Ignatius Loyola. Pray with them as they walk toward the rising sun. Raise a glass with them at the end of the day. Seek solitude with them in a crowded pilgrims’ shelter.
Traversing mountains, deserts, vineyards, and shrines, witness the hard lessons that pave the way for spiritual transformation. Above all, by using the questions sprinkled throughout the chapters, allow Eberle’s journey to reveal your own pilgrim heart–one that does not require hundreds of miles of walking!
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Know The Creeds And Councils Includes Free Streaming Video
$22.99In every generation, the Christian church must interpret and restate its bedrock beliefs, answering the challenges and concerns of the day. This accessible overview walks readers through centuries of creeds, councils, catechisms, and confessions–not with a dry focus on dates and places, but with an emphasis on the living tradition of Christian belief and why it matters for our lives today.
As a part of the KNOW series, Know the Creeds and Councils is designed for personal study or classroom use, but also for small groups and Sunday schools wanting to more deeply understand the foundations of the faith.
This book has everything you need for a full personal or group study experience.
*Includes individual access to 15 streaming video sessions that cover a key statement of faith along with a discussion of its historical context, a simple explanation of the statement’s content and key points, reflections on contemporary and ongoing relevance, and discussion questions.
*An individual access code to stream all video sessions online. (You don’t need to buy a DVD!)
Sessions and video run times:
1 – Introduction (13 min)
2 – Apostles’ Creed (20 min)
3 – Council of Nicaea and the Nicene Creed (23 min)
4 – Councils of Ephesus (22 min)
5 – Council of Chalcedon (16 min)
6 – Athanasian Creed (18 min)
7 – Councils of Constantinople (15 min)
8 – Councils of Carthage and Orange (19 min)
9 – Council of Trent (19 min)
10 – Heidelberg Catechism (17 min)
11 – Thirty-nine Articles of Religion (17 min)
12 – Westminster Confession of Faith (13 min)
13 – Second Vatican Council (15 min)
14 – Modern Confessions: Lausanne Covenant and Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy (22 min)
15 – Conclusion (8 min)
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21 Days Of Prayer To Discover Your Identity In God
$6.99Wouldn’t it be great to start your day honestly knowing and feeling in your heart, mind, and soul that you are the apple of God’s eye? That the Creator of the universe is watching over you? And not only that, but He longs to be with you?
Too many people, even well-meaning Christians, think they are too sinful for God to ever love them. They struggle to believe God’s Word because they have accepted Satan’s lies about their unworthiness and allowed this spiritual darkness to color their world.
But the truth is, God gave us His only begotten Son to blot out our sins for His own sake. Not for our sake, but because He loves us so very much that He designed a way for us to experience true fellowship with Him.
In 21 Days of Prayer to Discover Your Identity in God, you will discover God’s promises and His great love, so that no matter what you have done, you can receive healing and a fresh beginning. You can be with Him in perfect peace now and throughout eternity, no matter what comes your way.
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Take Your Seat At The Table
$29.99Are fears and uncertainties keeping you from reaching for your dreams? In Take Your Seat at the Table, bestselling author Anthony O’Neal reveals the indispensable tools and strategies to take ownership of your decisions and step into the life God wants you to live.
The table has always been the spiritual, emotional, and relational center of a life well-lived. It’s where the real work of life–from the mundane to the magnificent–is dreamed up, planned out, prayed over, accomplished, and celebrated. And the metaphor of the table is critical throughout Scripture.
Yet most people aren’t intentional about taking a seat at the table of their own lives–let alone prioritizing the important things that happen around the tables in their homes, at work, and beyond. Utilizing his trademark humor, compelling stories, and lessons from his life, including both his successes and failures, Anthony O’Neal helps readers:
*become empowered to make the best financial, career, health, emotional, and relational decisions;
*identify the keys to foster strong relationships with friends and family, build a “work tribe that will help you achieve your goals, and develop a vision for thriving in every phase of life; and
*discover an eternal quality of life filled with meaning, true abundance (including financial freedom), and joy.
Just about every significant decision, conversation, prayer, celebration, affirmation, or critical decision takes place around the table–are you ready to take a seat at the head of your own table?
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Shining Men : A Novel
$17.99How could Joshua possibly hope to take on the mantle of leading the nation of Israel, walking in the footsteps of Moses, the remarkable man of God who he had served for forty years?
It seemed like an impossible task.
In the third and final book of The Wilderness Series, Joshua is aided by Yahweh’s celestial messengers, the ‘shining men’, as he leads his people into Canaan to possess their promised land.
This extraordinary warrior leader would see the sun stand still at his command and watch the mighty walls of Jericho fall. However, his greatest adversary would not be a Canaanite warrior, but a harlot named Rahab who would capture his heart and turn his world upside down.
The Shining Men by Nicky Heymans is the exciting conclusion to the inspiring religious fiction series about the courage, humility and devotion of the military hero, Joshua ben Nun, as he completes his life-long mission and finds his place of eternal rest.
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Healthy Calling : From Toxic Burnout To Sustainable Work
$18.00When You Don’t Know Who You Are Anymore
Research shows that people who have a sense of calling are more productive, motivated, and resilient than their peers. But they are also more likely to experience the physical, mental, and spiritual exhaustion of burnout. When they do, the impact is more severe and disorienting. Burnout often starts from something very good: a passionate commitment to meaningful work and the skill to make it a reality. But the dark side of calling is that passion and skill without boundaries are like matches to a dry forest, at risk for devastating destruction.
How can we pursue our callings while managing our risk for burnout? Communication and workplace expert Arianna Molloy explores the nature of a healthy calling and the surprising key to unlocking a more sustainable approach. Humility is essential to a healthy calling, one that involves knowing yourself well, being teachable, and embracing the vulnerability of consistently taking time to rest and reflect. Molloy identifies essential practices and disciplines to recalibrate your calling and transform your work, relationships, and life.
You don’t have to feel stuck and alone, disoriented in the dark. Let the Caller turn on the lights and return you to health.
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Man The Moment Demands
$19.99In a world full of noise, where the true essence of manhood is often drowned by the static of societal expectations, The Man the Moment Demands is more than just pages bound together–it’s a manifesto. An initiation for those ready to go deeper, to challenge the misleading mantras, and to rediscover what it truly means to be authentically human.
You are invited to join Jason Wilson, bestselling author and director of the Cave of Adullam Transformational Training Academy, on a journey into comprehensive manhood that isn’t for the faint-hearted. It requires courage, introspection, and a willingness to shed the layers of lies that men have been deceived to believe.
Throughout these pages, you will learn how to break free from emotional incarceration by embracing the 10 characteristics of the comprehensive man: The Fighter, the Provider, the Leader, the Lover, the Nurturer, the Gentleman, the Friend, the Husband, the Father, and the Son.
The Man the Moment Demands is not just a transformative read, it’s a blueprint. One that will empower you to show up fully and:
*understand the root cause of trauma, fear, and unresolved anger using the Tree of Trauma assessment;
*discover the ten characteristics of comprehensive manhood;
*confidently answer the question “Who am I?”; and
*learn the strength of vulnerability and power to embrace change.
It’s time for you to stop defining yourself by what others say about you and become a man prepared for whatever the moment demands.
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Now What : How To Move Forward When We’re Divided About Basically Everythin
$25.00What do we do when our lives seem mired in conflict? How do we find connection when our differences are constantly on display and even exacerbated by algorithms and echo chambers? How do we move forward together when we’re so far apart?
If you are tired of the anxiety, frustration, and fear that pervade your online and in-person relationships, Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers want you to know one thing–you are not alone. In this book they will show you how to:
– engage your family with a spirit of curiosity
– listen closely to the anxieties and fears of your friends
– explore shared values within your community
– understand your work as a citizen in a diverse country
– be an informed global citizen without burning outNow What? is the door to a future that is characterized by hope, love, and connection despite our differences.
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Passion And Purity
$17.99We know we need to commit daily to Christ all matters of the heart and to wait upon him. But so often it is a painful, lonely process that takes longer than we want it to.
In her classic book, Passion and Purity, Elisabeth Elliot candidly shares with you her love story with Jim Elliot as evidence that she has been there. Through letters, diary entries, and memories, she shares the temptations, difficulties, victories, and sacrifices of two young people whose commitment to Christ took priority over their love for each other. These revealing personal glimpses, combined with relevant biblical teaching, will remind you that only by putting your human passion and desire through his fire can God purify your love.
Includes honest, biblical direction on these important matters of the heart:– loving passionately while remaining sexually pure
– whether or not to marry, and who is the right one
– the man’s and woman’s roles in relationships
– putting God’s desires ahead of personal desires
– how far is too far, physicallyIn a culture obsessed with dating, sex, and intimacy, the need for Elliot’s freeing message is greater than ever.
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Happy Lies : How A Movement You Probably Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obs
$19.99In this groundbreaking book, popular apologist Melissa Dougherty helps us understand how our society got to be so toxically subjective, why endless positivity is inherently destructive, and how we can live with faithful truth and genuine love in these self-obsessed times.
Have you ever wondered how we ended up in a world where personal feelings could become the authority for reality? Or why so many of us are on a relentless pursuit for happiness yet somehow feel more exhausted and sadder than ever? You’re not alone.
Melissa deftly traces the roots of today’s social chaos back to a little-known (but very influential) 1800s philosophy known as New Thought. A former follower of its teachings, Melissa provides clarity and compassion mixed with a dash of loving snark as she exposes New Thought’s deceptions and its many concerning tendrils within the church and our “self-help” culture.
You’ll be shocked, grieved, and encouraged as you learn:
*How you can experience true freedom, hope, and peace instead of the world’s counterfeits
*How an anti-God ideology so easily hijacked Christian-sounding ideas
*Why thinking positively is entirely different from the unbiblical and burdensome “positive thought” movement
*Why fake “authenticity” short-circuits real redemption
*How understanding the New Thought mindset can help us share our faith more effectively
Uncover a dangerous ideology that nearly everyone has met, yet few of us can name, in order to better understand our culture and joyfully live faithful to the gospel that is so much better than our world’s Happy Lies.
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Fix Workbook : How The Twelve Steps Offer A Surprising Path Of Transformati (Wor
$19.99Life can get messy and painful just when we think we’re doing well. Roots of personal and generational trauma can break the surface again unexpectedly.
It happened to Ian Morgan Cron in the form of a relapse at an unlikely time in his life: thirty years of sobriety from alcohol, the happy surprise of publishing success, life going well by most measures. Yet despite all his hard work processing the past, it came back to bite him. He began self-medicating under cover of prescription drugs and landed in residential rehab.
In The Fix Workbook, which accompanies the book of the same name, Ian employs his characteristic humor and pithy wit–along with some agonizing self-disclosure–to guide readers through his own mid-life double-take on the 12 Steps. Yes, they save the lives of addicts by getting users into sobriety. But they also lead individuals into profound spiritual awakenings, as millions of members across eight decades of AA history have testified.
“I’m not an addiction counselor. I’m not a researcher into the science of addiction. I’m not a clinical psychologist who specializes in treating people with substance-use disorders,” writes Ian. “But my relapse and the solution I found for it are fresh and vivid in my mind. What I’ve gleaned is worth more to me now than ever. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have asked you to come with me on this journey. If you don’t mind following a gimpy guide who can help you trudge the road to recovery, then I’m your guy.”
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Your Story Has A Villain Bible Study Guide Plus Streaming Video
$21.99Each day, the villain in your story cunningly plots to destroy every part of your life. Your marriage, your friendships, and your faith are just some of the things that Satan is out to ravage. However, in Ephesians 6:10-20, the apostle Paul shows how you can resist him.
In this five-session video Bible study, bestselling author and pastor Jonathan “JP” Pokluda helps you understand the nature of your Enemy and how he plots against you. You will discover how to put on the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shoes of the gospel of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and pick up the sword of the Spirit to fight back against him. All these pieces of the armor of God will enable you to not only take a stand against Satan, the villain in your story, but also to gain the victory over him.
This study guide includes:
*A guide to best practices for leading a group
*Individual access to five streaming video sessions
*Personal study for deeper reflection between sessions
*Video notes and comprehensive structure for group discussion timeAdd to cartin stock within 3-5 days of online purchase
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3 Seconds Of Courage
$18.99Riley Kehoe is no stranger to fear. At 10 years old, she survived the 2004 Southeast Asian tsunami in Thailand. After that traumatic event killed nearly 230,000 people, she began asking herself each day, What do I want to do with this gift of life I’ve been given? She realized that she could let fear rule over her–or she could choose to have courage.
Sharing her remarkable personal story, Riley shows you how small acts of bravery can change your life in ways you can’t imagine. They can mean the difference between a life of isolation or one of connection, between playing it safe or taking a bold step forward, between being self-focused or reaching out to help others, between holding a grudge or offering and accepting forgiveness.
Filled with dramatic and touching stories–such as when Riley performed CPR on a drowned man and brought him back to life and when she climbed onto the ledge of a bridge to talk a young man out of jumping–this book will inspire you to approach every day with a spirit of courage, possibility, and hope.
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Prone To Wander
$16.99God meets us in the wilderness.
Though most of us have never wandered a literal desert for forty years, we have all spent some time wandering in a wilderness of one kind or another. So, too, have many women across the pages of the Bible. In their stories of doubt and questioning, of dryness and distance, we can find guideposts for the inevitable wilderness periods in our own lives. As we enter into the wilderness season of the church year, this Lenten devotional by Joanna Harader explores the stories of thirty biblical women–from Eve to Mary Magdalene–who had their own such experiences. For some, the women inhabited a literal wilderness. For others, their wilderness was metaphorical. All were drawn closer to God, who does not leave us to wander alone.
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Embark on a Lenten journey with these women in the wilderness through daily reflections, prayer practices, and questions, as well as Sunday blessings accompanied by beautiful hand-cut paper artwork by Michelle Burkholder. From the author of Expecting Emmanuel, Prone to Wander provides resources for using the book in group and worship settings.
As you consider these women who inhabited a swath of wilderness spaces, draw closer to the God who met them–and meets you–there.Add to cartin stock within 3-5 days of online purchase
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Know Why You Believe Includes Free Streaming Video
$22.99The Christian life depends upon faith, and there are good reasons for that faith. In Know Why You Believe, professor and author K. Scott Oliphint answers the “why” questions both Christians and non-Christians often ask, laying out a simple and convincing case for the core teachings of Christianity:
*Why Believe in the Bible?
*Why Believe in Jesus?
*Why Believe in Miracles?
*Why Believe in Salvation?
*Why Believe in God Despite the Evil in the World?
*And more!As part of the KNOW series, Know Why You Believe is designed for personal study or classroom use, and for small groups and Sunday schools wanting to better understand the traditional defenses of Christian beliefs.
This book has everything you need for a full personal or group study experience.
*Includes 12 streaming video sessions that cover a foundational teaching and includes responses to common objections, reflection questions to prompt further consideration, and suggested readings for readers wanting to dig deeper.
*An individual access code to stream all video sessions online. (You don’t need to buy a DVD!)
Sessions and video run times:
1 – Introduction (23 min)
2 – Why Believe in the Bible? (25 min)
3 – Why Believe in God? (24 min)
4 – Why Believe in Jesus? (24 min)
5 – Why Believe in Miracles? (24 min)
6 – Why Believe in the Resurrection? (24 min)
7 – Why Believe in Salvation? (23 min)
8 – Why Believe in Life After Death? (24 min)
9 – Why Believe in God in the Face of Modern Science? (23 min)
10 – Why Believe in God Despite the Evil in the World? (23 min)
11 – Why Believe in Christianity Alone? (23 min)
12 – Conclusion (24 min)Streaming video access code included. Access code subject to expiration after January 14, 2030. Code may be redeemed only by the recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside.
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Safe Church : How To Guard Against Sexism And Abuse In Christian Communitie
$18.99If the past few years have taught us anything, it’s that by and large the church has failed women. From sexual abuse scandals involving high-profile pastors, to decades-long systemic cover-ups of sexual harassment and mistreatment, to harmful theology that has driven women to leave the church and find community elsewhere, it’s clear that something is broken. If we want to fix it, it’s time we start listening.
Drawing on new, firsthand research and in-depth interviews, Safe Church allows women to voice the pain they have suffered at the hands of insecure leaders who were often unaware of how their words, actions, and attitudes were harming their sisters in Christ. With practical advice on how to create more equity and less sexism and abuse in the church, this honest look at how misogyny masquerades as biblical truth is a vital resource for pastors, church leaders, and anyone who wants to make a meaningful difference in their own Christian community.
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Blueprint For Belonging
$18.99Your relationships are the key to a thriving life that satisfies your soul.
Don’t settle for lonely.
Despite technology that allows for more connection than any previous generation, our culture is drowning in loneliness. Human beings are deeply relational, longing to be known, welcomed, encouraged, and connected. Yet most of us go through life lacking some of the key relationships we need in order to feel fulfilled. The answer to our loneliness problem is not found in the quantity of relationships, but rather in finding and growing five specific types of relationships, which make up a blueprint for belonging revealed in the life of Jesus.
Mining the Gospels for insight, pastor and author Alli Patterson unveils the five types of relationships, cultivated by Jesus, that you still need today:
* your core
* your circle
* your comrades
* your community
* your crowdShe guides you through a redesign of your own relational world according to this divine blueprint so you can discover authentic, restorative relationships within each of these types that will truly satisfy your soul.
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Student Study Bible
$44.99Winner of the 2012 ECPA Book of the Year Award
The ESV Student Study Bible is adapted from the ESV Study Bible and is ideally suited for students who are serious about God’s Word-who want to learn more about what the Bible teaches and how the Bible applies to all of life.
With 12,000 clear, concise study notes, the ESV Student Study Bible provides numerous features-including nearly 900 “Did You Know?” facts, 120 Bible character profiles, and topical articles. It also features a glossary of key terms, more than 80 maps and illustrations, an extensive concordance, and 80,000 cross-references. These and many other features make it the most comprehensive and content-rich student Bible available today.
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Student Study Bible
$44.99Winner of the 2012 ECPA Book of the Year Award
The ESV Student Study Bible is adapted from the ESV Study Bible and is ideally suited for students who are serious about God’s Word-who want to learn more about what the Bible teaches and how the Bible applies to all of life.
With 12,000 clear, concise study notes, the ESV Student Study Bible provides numerous features-including nearly 900 “Did You Know?” facts, 120 Bible character profiles, and topical articles. It also features a glossary of key terms, more than 80 maps and illustrations, an extensive concordance, and 80,000 cross-references. These and many other features make it the most comprehensive and content-rich student Bible available today.
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Story Of Jesus
$6.30Outreach Edition of the Gospel of John Draws in Readers with an Inviting Layout, Thoughtful Introductions, and Reflection Questions
The New Testament book of John beautifully captures the gospel, explaining the eternal Word of God, Jesus’ ministry and miracles, and the sacrificial love of the Savior. The Story of Jesus shares this message in an inviting, book-like format that’s accessible for nonbelievers and new Christians. Each section of Scripture opens with a gospel-rich devotion that summarizes the passage and helps readers take to heart its truth. Short reflection questions invite readers to engage further with the text.
Available in case quantities of 50, The Story of Jesus is designed for churches to use during evangelism and outreach events to help readers understand who Jesus is so they may believe and have life in his name (John 20:31).
*Outreach Edition of the Gospel of John: Features engaging devotions throughout that orient readers to what they are about to learn
*Inviting Layout: Single-column, book-like style with small verse numbers, no footnotes, and large, 11-point type
*Accessible for Nonbelievers: Uses clear, nontechnical language
*Additional Resources: Includes “To Be a Christian” by J. I. Packer, a list of key verses within the Gospel of John, and a simple glossary specific to the Gospel of John
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Anchor Of My Soul
$21.99Where there’s hope, there’s life.
It fills us with fresh courage and makes us strong again.
— Anne FrankIn a world often shadowed by darkness, where the flickering light of hope can seem distant, the pursuit of true hope is not just comforting–it is imperative. Hope’s sustaining force helps us navigate life’s uncertainties and persevere through hardship.
This beautiful collection weaves together classical and contemporary cherished works of literature, scriptures, poems, and songs paired with beloved works of art, providing opportunities for reflection on three aspects of Hope:
*A Patient Waiting
*Taut Expectancy
*Trustful AnticipationWith reflective works by Walter Ciszek, Emily Dickenson, Nikki Grimes, O.Henry, Julia Ward Howe, Victor Hugo, James Weldon Johnson, Helen Keller, Marjorie Pickthall, Christian Wiman, and others, interspersed with inspired art by Degas, Doerr, Hassam, Homer, Kandinsky, Pissaro, Redon, George Smith, Van Gogh, Vermeer and others, this stunning treasury provides comfort, joy, and solace in the exploration of hope.
May you look forward with expectation, not because of assurance for what the future holds, but because of confidence in who holds the future.
May you find strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow.
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With This Ring
$17.99Say “I do” to this sweet romance from bestselling author Amy Clipston, who “writes with warmth and heart” (RaeAnne Thayne). Dakota Jamison spends her days making brides’ dreams come true. But when will the time finally come for her own storybook ending?
Dakota thought she had left her dreams of happily-ever-after behind, along with the pain of a broken engagement to her high school sweetheart, Hudson. Now, as the proud owner of Fairytale Bridal Shop in the picturesque town of Flowering Grove, she’s built a life and a business on helping brides find their perfect dress for their own fairytale weddings. But running a small business is not for the faint of heart, and when her ex-fiance unexpectedly returns to town with a mission–to put a stop to his sister’s wedding–Dakota’s problems go from bad to worse.
Hudson Garrity should be living his dream. After selling his software company, he’s single, handsome, and rich, but an unexpected call from his baby sister has him flying down to his hometown, determined to protect Layla from yet another big mistake. Though he’s single-minded in his effort to derail the nuptials, he instead finds himself thrown into family chaos and roped into helping his sister with her plans . . . bringing him once more into contact with Dakota Jamison, the one who got away.
For Hudson, coming home means revisiting his painful childhood, repairing a strained relationship with his sister, and coming face-to-face with the woman he never stopped loving. For Dakota, it means confronting the tender memories she buried deep within her heart. As Layla’s wedding date draws close, the two reunited lovers begin to question if what went wrong between them really happened the way they remembered it at all. Will they continue believing the lies they’ve told themselves, or will they remain forever entangled in the threads of what could have been?
With This Ring by bestselling novelist Amy Clipston is a heartwarming story that weaves together rekindled romance, rediscovery, and the transformative power of forgiveness. You’re going to love this standalone novel, which features a second-chance romance storyline, a billionaire hero, and a charming small-town setting–think The Wedding Planner meets a tale of reunited lovers. What sets this one apart is its sweet, clean romance; it delivers all the emotions and butterflies, leaving out the explicit scenes. And it comes with engaging discussion questions, making it a fantastic choice for your n
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Hunger For Righteousness
$18.99“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.”
Matthew 5:6How do we hunger for righteousness? Readers are given a fresh opportunity to reconsider the words of scripture and liturgy from a modern perspective as they explore the familiar traditions and practices of Lent, Holy Week, and Easter. Farag Mikhail presents stories of modern and ancient Christian heroes – some familiar, others less well-known – who come alive in a contemporary and relatable way, as readers prepare for, and participate in the spiritual practices of Lent.
With surprising and challenging reflections, familiar concepts of almsgiving, prayer, fasting, repentance, reading of Scripture, forgiveness, and pilgrimage are given fresh insight. Questions at the end of each chapter prompt thoughtful actions to enhance the Lenten journey and invite the reader to draw closer to God and share the love of Christ with their neighbors.
Readers searching for a lively and invigorating way to rededicate themselves to the spiritual journey of Lent, are treated to a captivating blend of biblical truths and cultural context. Farag Mikhail offers historical and theological insights to apply to our everyday lives as we prepare our hearts to celebrate the Resurrection.
If we pay closer attention to the earliest Christian Lenten traditions, we’ll discover how Lent was a period during which individuals who wanted to become Christian prepared themselves not for personal transformation, but to join the body of believers, the communion of saints, through baptism. By examining our liturgical prayers and Scripture readings developed over centuries, we’ll discover the ways Lent has always been a time for individual repentance, yes, but first for giving and forgiving, for mending relationships and building new ones, for fighting injustice, and for growing in intimacy with God communally, not just individually.–Introduction, Hunger for Righteousness
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3 Seconds Of Courage
$66.65Riley Kehoe is no stranger to fear. At 10 years old, she survived the 2004 Southeast Asian tsunami in Thailand. After that traumatic event killed nearly 230,000 people, she began asking herself each day, What do I want to do with this gift of life I’ve been given? She realized that she could let fear rule over her–or she could choose to have courage.
Sharing her remarkable personal story, Riley shows you how small acts of bravery can change your life in ways you can’t imagine. They can mean the difference between a life of isolation or one of connection, between playing it safe or taking a bold step forward, between being self-focused or reaching out to help others, between holding a grudge or offering and accepting forgiveness.
Filled with dramatic and touching stories–such as when Riley performed CPR on a drowned man and brought him back to life and when she climbed onto the ledge of a bridge to talk a young man out of jumping–this book will inspire you to approach every day with a spirit of courage, possibility, and hope.
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When Jesus Splits The Sky
$66.65As earth prepares for war, join heaven in preparing for a wedding.
Hours before His crucifixion, Jesus’ passionate prayer was for us, His Bride and reward, to be filled with glory and be with Him for eternity. The question is, Are we ready?
Mining the Scriptures for ten essential, practical actions you can take today, Patricia Bootsma helps you prepare your heart and life for Christ’s imminent return–and for enjoying life with Him in eternity. Transform into Jesus’ radiant, victorious Bride as you:
* resist all that hinders or distracts you
* cultivate true passion for Jesus
* overcome obstacles to your divine destiny
* prevail in the face of trials and suffering
* live boldly for His glory
* walk in the fullness of the Father’s love, forgiveness, rest, and joyThese are the last days–and the King is coming. Are you ready?
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Magic Of Knowing What You Want
$66.65Create the fully aligned, purposeful life you were made to live
What do you really want? It’s an uncomplicated question until you try to answer it meaningfully. Whether prompted by transition, disruption, or curiosity about how to live more aligned with your values, we’ve all been there, feeling frozen, stuck, or lost in the fog of competing, half-baked desires, unsure how to move forward.
In The Magic of Knowing What You Want, leadership coach Tracey Gee walks you through a proven framework of identifying, clarifying, and embodying your desires. With interactive exercises, relatable case studies, and thoughtful questions, Gee helps you discover what you really want, teaches you how to turn those desires into action, and shows you that a thriving, abundant life is closer than you think.
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From Wilderness To Glory
$18.00N. T. Wright compiles passages from his New Testament for Everyone series to provide a daily devotional for the Lent and Easter season. Each day includes his translation of a Scripture passage, words of reflection, and questions for reflection or discussion.
Think, pray, and reflect through the stories of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection.In this volume, N. T. Wright guides you on a journey through the Gospels and Scripture, compiling passages from his widely popular New Testament for Everyone series. We reflect on the practice of lament during Lent, the celebration of Easter, and how you cannot have one without the other.
Wright provides a daily devotional for the Lent and Easter season. Each day includes his translation of a Scripture passage, words of reflection, and questions for reflection or discussion.
Think, pray, and reflect through the stories of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection.
The church has always known, intuitively even, that the best way for us to be shaped into the people God wants us to be-the people whose difference from the world around is vital to our witness-is to think and pray slowly and carefully through the stories of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection. In From Wilderness to Glory, best-selling and beloved author N. T. Wright encourages readers to do just that throughout the seasons of Lent and Easter.
Wright opens each day’s devotion with a carefully chosen Scripture selection, and then provides his insightful reflection that not only digs into the reading but also highlights how today’s Christians experience the gospel. He ends each day with thought-provoking discussion questions, prompting readers in both individual and group study settings to ponder the significance of Jesus’ actions, teachings, and relationships.
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Before The King
$17.99Joanna’s wealthy family aspires to Herod’s inner circle, but when her father’s esteemed position in the Sepphoris Sanhedrin is threatened, her family resorts to harboring a dark secret. As Joanna navigates the complexities of aristocratic life and an arranged marriage, she is caught between loyalty to her family and her own desires. When tragedy strikes, leading to a life-altering injury and a startling encounter with Herod’s financial minister, Joanna must grapple with a new future–one that challenges her sense of duty and hope for love.
Years later, Joanna is forever changed when a rabbi comes preaching a new kingdom and healing the sick. Yet, she treads a perilous path between a court that mocks Jesus of Nazareth, a community of believers who views her with suspicion, and a husband who guards his own secrets. As pressure increases, Joanna must protect her allegiance to the Christ, whose message is as compelling as it is dangerous.
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Households Of Faith
$18.00A Holistic Vision of Family in God’s Kingdom
The Christian world tends to have a blueprint for what families should look like, and these models of the family can be hard to live up to. In some circles, picture-perfect families are idealized and even idolatrized. Many Christians have a gnawing sense that this “traditional family” model is problematic or outdated. But is there an alternative way of understanding family that’s neither idolatrous nor revisionist?
Theologian Emily McGowin casts a holistic vision for what family can be in light of God’s kingdom. Jesus is our first teacher about families in the kingdom of God, and families rightly understand themselves only in relation to God’s kingdom and the church.
In Households of Faith, McGowin:
*recovers biblical portraits of households of faith that are not limited to just the biological nuclear family, that can be multigenerational households of married and single, with or without children,
*acknowledges the realities of how sin and trauma damages families and communities, and
*calls Christians to practice family as apprentices to love who discern the times and improvise faithfulness together.
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Deep Rooted Marriage
$19.99What if you could experience a marriage that is not just good, but truly life-giving? Therapists Dan Allender and Steve Call show how deeper intimacy can bring more healing and delight.
Every relationship has its highs and lows, but we often don’t know what to do with our “lows,” or how we ended up there. What is creating friction, exacerbating our pain, and standing in the way of intimacy?
More often than not, it is the stories of our past drifting into the present. But if we are willing to look at them closely, we will be able to write a new story for the future.
With more than seventy years of therapeutic experience combined, Dan Allender and Steve Call demonstrate how God is inviting you and your partner to a wild faith journey with the hope of transformation. With personal stories, key psychological insights, and practical advice, The Deep-Rooted Marriage will help you:
*Address past trauma, giving you greater courage and compassion to engage your present struggles.
*Disrupt cycles of conflict based on shame, judgment, and resentment.
*Create safety when feeling threatened and offer attunement, empathy, and honor toward differences.
*Adopt humility, honesty, kindness, curiosity, defiance against what divides, and intention to bless.
*Learn practices that cultivate emotional intimacy, generating new goodness between you and beyond you.
Marriage is not about merely getting along or resolving conflict through compromise. It reveals who you are and invites you to who you can become. Marriage offers a space for you to experience what you are made for–honor and delight. And it is the ground from which redemption is meant to grow, where, together, you can reflect God’s image more and experience a taste of heaven.
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Deep Rooted Marriage Companion Guide (Student/Study Guide)
$19.99What if you could experience a marriage that is not just good, but truly life-giving? Therapists Dan Allender and Steve Call show how deeper intimacy can bring more healing and delight.
Every relationship has its highs and lows, but we often don’t know what to do with our “lows,” or how we ended up there. What is creating friction, exacerbating our pain, and standing in the way of intimacy?
More often than not, it is the stories of our past drifting into the present. But if we are willing to look at them closely, we will be able to write a new story for the future.
With more than seventy years of therapeutic experience combined, Dan Allender and Steve Call demonstrate how God is inviting you and your partner to a wild faith journey with the hope of transformation. With personal stories, key psychological insights, and practical advice, this accompanying workbook to The Deep-Rooted Marriage will help you:
*Address past trauma, giving you greater courage and compassion to engage your present struggles
*Disrupt cycles of conflict based on shame, judgment, and resentment
*Create safety when feeling threatened and offer attunement, empathy, and honor toward differences
*Adopt humility, honesty, kindness, curiosity, defiance against what divides, and intention to bless
*Learn practices that cultivate emotional intimacy, generating new goodness between you and beyond you
This workbook experience will guide you into a deeper application of The Deep-Rooted Marriage principles and includes a video component.
Marriage is not about merely getting along or resolving conflict through compromise. It reveals who you are and invites you to who you can become. Marriage offers a space for you to experience what you are made for–honor and delight. And it is the ground from which redemption is meant to grow, where, together, you can reflect God’s image more and experience a taste of heaven.
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Take Your Seat At The Table Study Guide (Student/Study Guide)
$14.99Use this tool to take ownership of your life and become the person God created you to be.
In Take Your Seat at the Table Study Guide, bestselling author and podcaster Anthony O’Neal provides you with practical tools and guidance if you want to take the message of Take Your Seat at the Table to the next level in your own life.
Designed to be used in conjunction with Take Your Seat at the Table, this Study Guide is perfect for individuals, small groups, and churches seeking to:
*Become empowered to make the best financial, career, health, emotional, and relational decisions
*Identify the keys to fostering strong relationships with friends and family, build a “work tribe” that will help you achieve your goals
*Develop a vision for thriving in every phase of life
*Discover an eternal quality of life filled with meaning, true abundance (including financial freedom), and joy
The Take Your Seat at the Table Study Guide equips you to take charge and step into the life God wants you to live. Just about every significant decision, conversation, prayer, celebration, or affirmation takes place around the table–are you ready to take a seat at the head of your own table?
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Serial Burn
$17.99When Jesslyn McCormick was just seven years old, a devastating house fire killed her parents and two younger sisters. Now the fire marshal of Lake City, Jesslyn is determined to find the person who started the fire that robbed her of her family. As the 25th anniversary of her family’s deaths approaches, a string of fires–including at Jesslyn’s church–brings up all those old feelings and offers new evidence.
Because church fires are considered a hate crime, FBI Special Agent Nathan Carlisle is called in to work with local law enforcement. Nathan has his own past–one he’d prefer not to revisit. And focusing on helping Jesslyn track down the arsonist is a great distraction.
As both the case and the chemistry between Jesslyn and Nathan heat up, memories will come flooding in from the past to bump up against hopes for the future. And when Jesslyn comes face-to-face with her worst nightmare, she’ll have to confront her fears and rely on Nathan and her community of friends in order to survive.
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Power Of Writing It Down
$19.99Discover the power of (finally) getting unstuck, claiming your clarity, and becoming the person whose life you want to live–all through a simple self-care practice you can build into your daily routine.
For anyone who’s trying to make sense of their life, who wants to get unstuck from the patterns that hold them back, hear this incredible news: everything you need for the freedom you want is entirely within reach. This practice and pathway is free, it’s readily available every day of your life, it takes just minutes of your time, and anyone can do it.
Author, writing coach, and speaker Allison Fallon’s life transformed when she discovered the power of a daily writing practice. As it turns out, using your words is one of the most powerful means you have for unlocking your life. The Power of Writing It Down is your guide to this transformative tool available to us all. In as little as five to twenty minutes a day, scientific research shows this daily practice can help you:
*Identify your ruts and create new neurological grooves toward better habits
*Find fresh motivation and take ownership of your life
*Heal from past pain and trauma
*Relieve anxiety and depression
*Contextualize life’s setbacks and minor frustrations
*Live a more confident, balanced, and healthy life
*. . . and so much moreDrawing from years of coaching hundreds through the writing process–from first-timers to New York Times bestselling authors–Allison shares tried and tested practices for getting started, staying inspired, and using this simple habit to shift how you feel and show up to your life. Pen and paper is simply the method, but the reward is the real magic: new depths of self-discovery, creativity, and intentionality for living.
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Gospel Driven Ministry
$22.99From the beginning of his ministry, Jesus called and equipped individuals who would serve his community of followers. These “shepherds” are called to preach, pray, and care for the needs of God’s people. But what does it mean to be a pastor? And what is the nature of this ministry, according to the Bible?
In Gospel-Driven Ministry, Jared Wilson begins by looking at the qualifications for the pastorate, addressing the notion of a call to ministry and how an individual–and a church community–can best identify the marks of maturity and affirm a call. In each chapter, Wilson looks at one of the core practices of pastoral ministry, including:
*Preaching Sermons
*Developing a Vibrant Prayer Life
*Caring and Counseling
*Pastoring Married and Single
*Gospel-Centered Leadership
*Fighting Sin and Spiritual Warfare
*Resolving Conflict
*Passing on the Ministry to OthersIn addition, Wilson provides practical resources including theological insights on baptism and the Lord’s Supper, guidance for wedding and funeral sermons, outlines for leading elder and deacon meetings, tips for interviewing new pastors, questions to ask at ordination, and advice on knowing when and how to leave a pastor role. This is a comprehensive, practical guide to pastoral ministry that prepares new pastors and equips those currently serving for long-term, healthy ministry.
A companion streaming video study is also available.
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How To Lead In A World Of Distraction
$22.99How to replace inner chaos with an emotional awareness that will maximize your influence and result in a calmer, less stressful, and more fulfilling life.
While many leaders train themselves on how to tune-out external distractions that keep them from being productive, they remain deaf to the inner desires and emotions churning beneath the surface. Pastor and author Clay Scroggins describes spiritual disciplines and tangible daily steps to help you incorporate four noise-cancelling habits into your daily life:
*Finding simplicity–how does simplicity bring clarity?
*Speaking to yourself–you’re not crazy. Many of us do it; and there are real benefits!
*Getting quiet–silence is difficult. Why emotionally healthy leaders make time for it.
*Pressing pause–what does the word sabbath even mean, and why is it so important–on both a practical and a spiritual level?By embracing these habits–business, church, and ministry leaders will be able to identify and understand their emotions and develop a calm and effective leadership style.
In this follow up to his bestselling book, How to Lead When You’re Not in Charge, Clay Scroggins focuses on the real dangers of distraction and how to create space for personal evaluation and exploration.
A companion streaming video study is also available.
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Women Of The Bible
$19.99This complete and insightful guide to the Bible’s most famous and infamous, named and unnamed, women of faith covers the matriarchs, the prophetesses and queens, the women around Jesus, and even the common ladies of the Bible.
Learn how their lives teach us that the most extraordinary things can occur from ordinary beginnings, and that the model for authentic femininity lies in God’s plan for each woman.
Who were they and where did they originate? What role did they play in the Bible story and how are their lives similar to the lives of women today? All these questions, and many more facts, can be found in this guide to the women of the Bible.
This is an ideal reference for students, teachers, preachers, and anyone wanting to know who and how women lived in Bible times.
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Loyal In His Love
$22.99When everyone else leaves, Jesus stays. When all fails, Jesus remains.
Rejection is inevitable. Yet we spend little time considering the significant impact it makes on an individual’s whole self. When we do, we swaddle it in quippy statements and shallow encouragement–meaningful for just a moment. But rejection–like abandonment, betrayal, and estrangement–leaves aching wounds that challenge and forge our most intimate thoughts of who we believe God, others, and ourselves to be.
In Loyal in His Love, Tabitha Panariso blends biblical truth, candid personal stories, and timeless wisdom forged through personal experience and her vocation as a therapist to invite readers into a new way of living. The heart that suffers rejection can’t be cured. It must be resuscitated. Its condition warrants more than just platitudes–it merits the full attention of a loyal and loving God.
This isn’t just another Christian self-help book. Though Tabitha makes ample room for the hurting to process their own stories, points them to God’s faithfulness, and challenges the way they think–she doesn’t stop there. Jesus lived a life and death marked by rejection. Yet we remember Him for His compassion and generosity. He was and is proof that we could be remembered that way too. Thus, Tabitha guides readers through the life and death of Jesus as a means of counter-cultural response to the pain of rejection.
Loyal in His Love ends squarely on the triumph of Christ’s resurrection–not just as an antidote but a daily supplement. His restoration is ours–alive and active in our hearts, bodies, and lives. Each devastating moment of rejection is an opportunity to build bridges that will lead us into and through living hope and transformation.
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Lead With Prayer
$18.99Discover the prayer habits of world-changing leaders that will transform your life and your leadership.
Experienced leaders will tell you that you can’t lead on your own. The pressure, the impossible decisions, the high risks, the temptations, the people, the overwhelming schedule-it’s too much. Some leaders seek outside help. They pray.
Looking for help in their own leadership, entrepreneur Ryan Skoog, CEO Peter Greer, and executive advisor Cameron Doolittle set out to investigate how leaders pray. What do they say to God? How often do they pray, and for how long? Where do they pray? And how on earth do they make time for prayer? Skoog, Greer, and Doolittle spent three years researching. They logged over one hundred hours of interviews with leaders in six continents who collectively serve in over one hundred countries. They researched or spoke with global entrepreneurs and business executives of Fortune 500 companies, as well as some of the most influential pastors and ministry leaders in the world-leaders such as:
*Joni Eareckson Tada
*Philip Yancey
*Francis Chan
*John Mark Comer
*Christine Caine
*David Green
*Mark Batterson
*Among countless others.Here in this book, the authors share the spiritual habits, techniques, and practices of these world-changing leaders, revealing specific details of their prayer lives. In addition, the book includes prayers for leaders to use in their own prayer time as well as tools for how to cultivate a personal and organizational commitment to prayer.
By allowing these men and women to lead us in prayer, we learn not only how to pray but also how to build a culture of prayer wherever we lead. It is only when our businesses, ministries, and churches pray that they will be transformed.
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100 Days To Discovering The Gift Of You
$18.99A 100-day devotional about being who God made you to be in the midst of life’s challenges.
When Your plans don’t succeed, when turmoil arises, or when you have to take unexpected detours in life, it can be difficult to trust what God is doing and your place in it. Understanding the depth of God’s love and the truth of His Word can help you retrench, rebuild, and move forward. Over the course of 100 days, Chrystal Evans Hurst will steward you through this process and help you discover your unique gifts, emerge more confident in God, and become more excited about the future He has in store for your life.
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With All Her Heart
$17.99Bonnie is successful in her crafts shop but fears no man will see past her disability to her strong and loving heart. Elijah dreams of leaving the family business to focus on his carvings. Can they find a new path together?
Elijah Miller is a quiet and painfully shy man with a talent for carving the handmade toys and furniture that tourists in the Amish shops love. The large, boisterous Miller family is anything but shy. With a thriving auction business, they want him to do what he hates most: taking the stage and calling the auctions. He loves his family and wants to support them, but will they allow room for Elijah to follow his own dream?
Bonnie Yoder began the Homespun Handicrafts with her friends, Sophia and Carol. Each has a physical disability to overcome but together they prove that wheelchairs and rollators will not stop them from building a business and a craft community. Bonnie, with her chestnut curls and pretty face, yearns for a husband and family of her own but fears her spinal condition will keep any Amish man from choosing a life with her. Can a man like Elijah see past her walker to the woman behind it?
With the support of his beloved dog, Slowpoke, Elijah finds the courage to bring in samples of his handcrafted toys for Bonnie to consider for display in the shop. Through her advice, Elijah begins to see a possible new life doing what he loves best. Bonnie, in reconnecting with this old school friend, fears that the hope for a relationship that she feels may be another disappointment.
Can Elijah and Bonnie help each other find the lives they want and the love they desire?
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Fix : How The Twelve Steps Offer A Surprising Path Of Transformation For Th
$29.99Did you know that anyone–addicts or non-addicts–can benefit from working the Twelve Steps and find the freedom, joy, and intimacy with God that their hearts long for?
We all suffer from a sense of spiritual homelessness–a feeling that we’re not fully at home in the world. To cope with our painful feelings and life traumas, we search for quick “fixes” that eventually become habitual, self-destructive behaviors that ultimately create more problems than they solve.
As a person in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction, Ian Cron is no stranger to these destructive habits. It wasn’t until he embraced the Twelve Steps that he found true freedom. He knows from personal experience that Twelve Step recovery is more than just a life-saving strategy for guiding substance users into sobriety. Everybody is addicted to something to numb the discomfort of living in a messed-up world, he says, but the good news is that if you committedly “work the steps,” you will eventually have a vital spiritual awakening that will give you an entirely new and radically beautiful orientation toward the life God has for you.
If you long for sustainable healing and joy amid life’s messiness, The Fix invites you to:
*Journey step-by-step through a spiritual curriculum that has helped millions overcome trauma, pain, and brokenness for over eight decades
*Understand how the Twelve Steps can be a transformative tool not only for people with chemical or behavioral addictions but for anyone who wants to move beyond self-help to a spiritual awakening
*Catch yourself in the act of self-sabotaging behaviors and understand how each day is a new opportunity to trade in self-willed reformation for grace-powered transformation
“My original subtitle for this book–Twelve Steps to Unscrewing Your Screwed-Up Life–was a little over the top,” Ian comments. “But anyone who has ever fallen for a quick fix (like drugs, alcohol, porn, overeating, work, religion, people-pleasing, and more) knows firsthand how our self-prescribed treatment plans derail us. They might not be as visible as empty bottles stashed inside a desk drawer, but they are just as life-complicating and soul-crushing.”
With his characteristic wit and transparent self-disclosure, Ian guides us in learning how to work each of the Twelve Steps so we will finally be given a “new pair of glasses” through which we will be able to see ourselves, others, and the world in a startlingly new way–and ultimately take hold o
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Freedom And Forgiveness (Expanded)
$12.99Be enveloped in the gentle and tender embrace of a loving God who longs for a restored relationship with his children.
What does confession mean?
Why do I need forgiveness?
How can I reconcile a broken relationship?
Whoever thought that confession could be about God confessing his love for us? In confession we are reconnected to the voice of God in our soul who whispers — Do not be afraid. I have redeemed you. I have called you by your name. ?You are mine. You are precious in my eyes.
Misplaced guilt and shame paralyze individuals, causing division, bitterness, and blame. God’s love transforms our lives and affects our relationships with others. Father Farren’s Irish storytelling background comes to the forefront as he writes simply but effectively, opening the door for people to be free to confess their need for God and experience his limitless forgiveness.
Explore life-changing biblical insights about sin, confession, forgiveness, and reconciliation. Freedom and Forgiveness outlines God’s true nature, explores spiritual graces, and promotes spiritual healing found in the sacrament of Reconciliation.
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Devotions For Confession
$17.95Although frequent Confession is meritorious, one can easily become complacent and fall into a routine that diminishes sorrow for sins. This classic compendium provides preparations and thanksgivings to guide you step-by-step through the Confession process to help you develop a firm resolution, make reparation for sins, and become more disposed to receive God’s grace.
Whether you are a recent convert or someone who confesses regularly, this book is for you. Fr. Hubert McEvoy, S.J., breaks open the true purpose of the sacrament and offers practical tips to help you grow in appreciation for God’s abundant mercy.
The preparations and thanksgivings in these pages reveal the many benefits that the practice of frequent Confession provides besides the forgiveness of sins. Fr. McEvoy offers an atmosphere of freshness for each Confession by focusing our attention on themes associated with the rich and varied graces of this powerful sacrament. He explores topics ranging from self-knowledge, compunction, and penance to gratitude, forgiving others, and developing specific virtues.
Through stirring reflections on Scripture, and prayers and meditations from esteemed spiritual authors, you will learn:
– Why “confessions of devotion” are beneficial for your soul
– How Christ’s gift of forgiveness in the sacrament restores peace
– St. Francis de Sales’s advice for avoiding scrupulosity
– How to make a fruitful examination of conscience
– Practical advice and steps on making a good confession
– How to focus on core faults and ways to manage emotionsAn extensive index and list of resources are also included, in addition to numerous scriptural passages for further meditation.
Despite our imperfections, Fr. McEvoy shows us how to humbly detest our sins while trusting in God and persevering with confidence and joy. By uniting our hearts more closely to God’s will, he explains, we also grow in charity and help to build up the unity of His Church.
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Sweeter Than Honey
$19.99Connect with God by Delighting in His Word
Our lives feel stuffed to the brink, overrun by work and home responsibilities, overwhelmed by jam-packed schedules, and overly distracted by the siren call of our smartphones. It’s no wonder that we struggle to spend time in God’s Word, or that when we do, we don’t know where to start. Instead of a momentary delight, we need soul-satisfying sustenance from our Bible reading that fuels our deep longing to grow in godliness.
In Sweeter than Honey, Gretchen Saffles and Maggie Combs of Well-Watered Women teach us the value of studying God’s Word while providing the tools to apply it to your life. Discover three principles that can be applied every time you open God’s Word: gather knowledge, digest the big ideas, and grow in godliness. As you develop these principles, you’ll experience the challenging but transformative work of building a deeper relationship with God through the pages of his Word.
In this Bible study, designed for both individuals and groups, readers will:
*Learn how to study Scripture to build trust and intimacy with God
*Find different study methods for the various seasons of life
*Understand the importance of context, genre, and Biblical theology
*Grow in their love for God’s life-changing WordSweeter than Honey will encourage you to cultivate both discipline and delight in God’s Word, growing your confidence to engage with Scripture in a refreshed and transformative way.
“How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth!” (Ps. 119:103)
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52 Prayers For My Wife
$17.99A devotional to strengthen the bond between yourself and your wife through the power of prayer.
Marriage is a beautiful gift from God, but it requires intentional effort and continuous nourishment to thrive. Prayer can transform both your heart and your wife’s’, leading to a more fulfilling and God-centered marriage. Through prayer, you can help your relationship grow stronger and healthier, knowing that you are partnering with the One who created marriage.
Using relatable personal stories, this beautifully designed, giftable devotional is a companion for any husband’s prayer journey, where you’ll find:
*Specific topics for prayer and reflection for your spouse, including your wife’s spiritual growth, her physical and emotional well-being, her relationship with you, and her relationships with others
*Bible verses to remind you that God’s truth trumps your emotions and your circumstances
*Guided prayers that will help you to pray for your spouse intentionally and with purpose.
*Accessible “Love in Action” suggestions to help you put in practice caring for your wife in a meaningful way.
Embrace this prayer journey with an open heart, building a godly marriage and taking the opportunity to deepen your connection with God and your wife so that you can flourish in the love God has given you together.
This leatherlike edition makes for a great couple’s gift paired with 52 Prayers for My Husband!
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52 Prayers For My Husband
$17.99A devotional to strengthen the bond between yourself and your husband through the power of prayer.
Marriage is a beautiful gift from God, but it requires intentional effort and continuous nourishment to thrive. Prayer can transform both your heart and your husband’s, leading to amore fulfilling and God-centered marriage. Through prayer, you can help your relationship grow stronger and healthier, knowing that you are partnering with the One who created marriage. Using relatable personal stories, this beautifully designed, giftable devotional is a companion for any wife’s prayer journey, where you’ll find:
*Specific topics for prayer and reflection for your spouse, including your husband’s spiritual growth, his physical and emotional well-being, his relationship with you, and his relationships with others.
*Bible verses to remind you that God’s truth trumps your emotions and your circumstances.
*Guided prayers that will help you to pray for your spouse intentionally and with purpose.
*Accessible “Love in Action” suggestions to help you put in practice caring for your husband in a meaningful way.
This leatherlike edition makes for a great couple’s gift paired with 52 Prayers for My Wife!
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Como Decir La Verdad – (Spanish)
$17.99La historia de la jornada de Preston Perry hacia Dios. Un libro de apologetica y evangelizacion lleno de esperanza y escrito por el coanfitrion popular del podcast With the Perrys (Con los Perry). Incluye un prologo por Jackie Hill Perry.
En este libro absorbente y convincente, Preston comparte la historia de como Dios lo persiguio. Las calles de Chicago eran su hogar, y fue ahi que el se encontro con toda clase de persona que tenia su propia version de la verdad: desde testigos de Jehova hasta mormones e israelitas hebreos. Fue ahi que Preston descubrio no solo la importancia de la verdad, sino como decir la verdad. Compartir nuestra fe no se trata de ganar discusiones; se trata de ganar corazones. Y lo hacemos al interactuar con los demas sobre nuestras creencias con verdad, dignidad y respeto.
Con Como decir la verdad, usted:
*sera inspirado por la increible historia de Preston sobre como Dios transformo su vida para siempre al mostrarle la esencia misma de lo que significa ser un cristiano;
*sera equipado con formas practicas y faciles de alcanzar a sus amigos y a sus vecinos con la verdad del evangelio a traves de la gentileza y el amor;
*sera retado a responder al llamado de Dios de ser audaz. La eternidad esta en juego.
Este libro es diferente a cualquier otro libro que haya leido. La historia de Preston, incluyendo sus logros y sus fallas, esta entretejida a lo largo del libro para ayudarnos a ver cuan urgente es nuestra tarea… y cuan poderoso es nuestro Dios.
The story of Preston Perry’s path toward God. A hope-filled apologetics and evangelism book written by the popular cohost of the podcast, With the Perrys. Includes a foreword by Jackie Hill Perry.
In this compelling and gripping book, Preston tells the story of how God chased him. The streets of Chicago were his home, and it was there that he encountered all sorts of people who had their own versions of the truth–from Jehovah Witnesses to Mormons to Hebrew Israelites. That is where Preston discovered not only the importance of the truth but how to tell the truth in a way that speaks to someone’s heart. Sharing our faith is not about winning arguments; it’s about winning hearts. And the way we do that is by engaging with friends, neighbors, and coworkers around us about our beliefs with truth, dignity, and respect.
With How to Tell the Truth, you will:
*be inspired by Preston’s own incredible story about how God transformed his life forever by showing him the
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Whats In Mommys Tummy
$15.99Something’s happening inside Mommy’s tummy!
In a fun and child-friendly way, Abby Johnson helps parents show their kids that the life growing inside Mommy’s tummy is a baby brother or sister. It’s not a cat or a dragon or a kangaroo or any other animal. It’s a new human being who will soon appear and join the family.
Little Luke has noticed his mother’s tummy getting bigger and bigger. He really wants to know what’s growing in there. He even has some ideas. Is it a cat? Is it a dragon? Maybe a kangaroo! But none of those things are growing in Mommy’s tummy. So . . . what could it be?
What’s In Mommy’s Tummy? helps parents:
*Prepare their children for their new baby brother or sister in a humorous way.
*Highlight life in the womb from a Christian worldview.
*Get children excited for their new sibling!Celebrate new life in the womb with your children in a special way with What’s In Mommy’s Tummy?.
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Fears Flights And Kangaroo Fights
$14.99From best-selling author Bill Myers comes a hilarious, faith-filled, and action-packed adventure starring the Mulligan family.
The Mulligans are off to the jungles of South America to help Mom save some snakes in need of a new home. Jessica, terrified of snakes, is not thrilled to be on this particular mission of mercy, but she soon discovers an effective way to get over her fears: find something even scarier. Like crash-landing in the jungle and having to spend the night with LOTS of creepy crawly sounds all around.
Meanwhile, Nick and Lisa are on their own mission to transport Bob, a big kangaroo, back to the animal park. But they encounter a group of bad guys who have their own plans for the kangaroo: putting him in a boxing ring and charging admission to watch Bob fight some unlucky human.
Back home, Dad, Janelle, Stephanie, and Julie are facing their own challenges: taking care of Mulligan’s animal park while fearing what is happening to the rest of the family, away from home and facing danger. And as Dad tells Julie, we can’t get rid of fear by ignoring it, but you can focus on something better, like God’s love and His promises.
The Magnificent Mulligans can’t help but find adventure, and it’s usually their love of helping animals that leads them there.
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More Than Christians
$18.99Transform Your Relationships with the Power of Words
What do we call each other? It’s a deceptively simple question, because how we refer to one another is how we understand our relationships.
Not recognizing the power of our words makes it harder for us to trust and serve one another–to love one another. In More than Christians, Norman Hubbard explores how the early church used common words in uncommon ways to make sense of their relationships with God and with one another. His research and contextualization of the cultural background to the New Testament is as practical for today as it is urgent.
Before we were called Christians …
*We called each other brothers and sisters;
*We saw ourselves and one another as saints–set apart by God for God’s purposes;
*We understood ourselves and one another as beloved by God and therefore worthy of love.These and other names defined us at the very beginning of Jesus’ transforming ministry. They still define us today. We can celebrate our identity as Christians. But we are more than Christians. Experience the transformative power of the Gospel as you practice life together in the fullness of your identity as the people of God.
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Prayer And Pen
$19.99The remarkable legacy of Carl Murphy, the acclaimed publisher of the AFRO-American newspaper, will remind you to always find your solace and strength in God. Fifty of Murphy’s prayers, along with other proverbs and words of wisdom, have been lovingly collected in this volume. Murphy’s authentic conversations with God throughout tumultuous moments of the twentieth century showcase the deep faith of this wise businessman and cultural hero.
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Making Time : A New Vision For Crafting A Life Beyond Productivity
$66.65We are constantly fed the line that more productivity will bring more ease, satisfaction, and meaning to our lives. But what if all the gold stars and checkboxes are just a distraction? What if we could stop project-managing life and act from our being instead of all our doing?
If you long to leave the pressure to do enough behind in favor of a life full of meaning, creativity, and joy–a life where you don’t feel rushed because you can’t fall behind–Making Time is for you. You won’t find any life hacks to control your schedule in order to cram in more work. It’s about liberating yourself from the myth that humans are producers and discovering the freedom of being a maker who trusts life as a creative process. In this bold, revitalizing call back to human being, you’ll learn how to:
– let go of the constant pressure to do more
– find deeper meaning in how you spend your time and energy
– resist external noise that crowds out inspiration
– make what you really desire to make with your timeYou don’t need to do more or try harder. It just takes a new, transformative vision for how to live from your values every day.
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Safe Church : How To Guard Against Sexism And Abuse In Christian Communitie
$66.65If the past few years have taught us anything, it’s that by and large the church has failed women. From sexual abuse scandals involving high-profile pastors, to decades-long systemic cover-ups of sexual harassment and mistreatment, to harmful theology that has driven women to leave the church and find community elsewhere, it’s clear that something is broken. If we want to fix it, it’s time we start listening.
Drawing on new, firsthand research and in-depth interviews, Safe Church allows women to voice the pain they have suffered at the hands of insecure leaders who were often unaware of how their words, actions, and attitudes were harming their sisters in Christ. With practical advice on how to create more equity and less sexism and abuse in the church, this honest look at how misogyny masquerades as biblical truth is a vital resource for pastors, church leaders, and anyone who wants to make a meaningful difference in their own Christian community.
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B Is For Bonnet
$27.00The second in this delightfully moving new series from beloved, New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray continues the story of four English-raised siblings who return to their grandparents’ Ohio community planning to become Amish. But one by one, they will soon learn more about living–and love–than they’d ever imagined . . .
Exploring the relationship between Amish and English cultures through the lens of a single family, the Amish Again series is perfect for fans of Beverly Lewis, Amy Clipston, and Charlotte Hubbard – and anyone who enjoys uplifting stories about faith, family, love, and the simple life.
Raised by their divorced, lapsed-Amish father and English mother, siblings Jonny, Martin, Kelsey, and Beth can’t wait to reinvent their lives. The four don’t have much in common, but they long for the stable sense of family they felt when visiting their Old Order grandparents, Josiah and Sylvia Schrock, in peaceful Holmes County, Ohio. And the Schrocks couldn’t be more surprised when the grandkids want to try living with them–and joining their faith . . .
When Jonny hears startling news about his health, he knows it’s past time to change his life.
Quitting college, he unexpectedly finds the fulfilling job of his dreams. And he’s instantly smitten with cafe owner Treva Hershberger, whose baked goods are as warm and delicious as her lively personality. But no matter how hard Jonny tries, he can’t seem to get past her secret sadness and distrust. Can he prove that his feelings for her are for real–and forever–in time?
A bad breakup left Treva heartbroken–and resolved to be independent without relying on anyone ever again. Exhausted from pouring everything she’s got into her cafe, she’s stunned by Jonny’s easygoing ways–and drawn to his optimistic nature. But when she thinks his real interest is in becoming Amish, she’s even more determined to stay focused–and keep her heart safe . . .
Soon, deep secrets and hidden family truths will test Jonny and Treva in unexpected ways. And with help from his warm-hearted grandparents, he and Treva might gain the happiness they secretly long for–with each other.
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Simply Healthy Life
$18.99Are you ready to change your life for the better?
Do you wish you knew what practices actually lead to a healthier, more meaningful life? With all the information bombarding us, it can be hard to cut through all the noise to discern what’s most important. If only someone you could trust would parse through all the data, test it out in real life, and then cut to the chase about what really works.
Good news: Health coach and wellness expert Caroline Fausel has spent the past decade researching what it really takes to live a healthy, fulfilled life and create a home where everyone in the family can thrive. What she discovered has changed her life and can make all the difference in yours.
In A Simply Healthy Life, Caroline shows you how to:
*Envision what it would look like for you to feel genuinely happy and healthy;
*Fuel your body so you feel great and integrate exercise in a way that is realistic and shame-free;
*Create a clutter-free, non-toxic home;
*Use spiritual practices like Sabbath rest to grow deeper in your relationship with God;
*Set up your day with habits to reinforce your healthier choices, and more!
When you make purposeful choices about your health, spiritual growth, and relationships, you will be able to flourish–and help those you love flourish too. Get started today!
Contains helpful appendix with mental health resources, recipes, and discussion questions for each chapter!
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Wonders Of The Ocean Realm
$19.99Dive into the depths of the ocean and embark on a faith and science adventure through five fact-packed short stories of marine life for ages 8 to 12.
From the sun-soaked tidepools of Hawaii to the wide expanse of the Atlantic waters, discover the wonders awaiting you in the ocean realm. Meet Astrid, the vibrant multi-colored sea star, Maximus, a powerful peacock mantis shrimp, Dexter, a clever mimic octopus, Wendell a massive humpback whale, and Luna, a mysterious deep-sea anglerfish. Journey through their realistic, captivating tales in five short stories where readers explore each ocean creature’s life cycle, habits, and environment. Plus, enjoy fascinating scientific truths about God’s incredible underwater world!
Features include:
*Stunning, full-color interior artwork on every page.
*Five realistic stories of sea creatures life and life cycle.
*Ocean Notions-brief science facts explaining each creature’s habitat, body, or abilities.
*Undersea Understanding-short section highlighting God’s intentional design for creation
*Deep-Sea Dive-A one-page life application that emphasizes the spiritual truths or faith theme highlighted in the creature’s story. Includes “Going Deeper” reflection questions.
*An illustrated table of contents depicting each creature at its ocean depth.
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Story Of Abraham
$17.99Inductive Bible Study Helps Readers Understand the Story of Abraham
“I will surely multiply your offspring as the stars of heaven” (Genesis 22:17). God’s covenant not only promises Abraham many descendants but also initiates the unfolding of his redemptive plan. Through Jesus Christ, the most significant descendant of all, we are given the opportunity to join the family of God. Abraham’s story marks the beginning of our story.
This addition to the Meet Me in the Bible series presents a practical 5-step framework for examining the story of Abraham. Accessible for personal use and Bible study groups at any level, this inductive study helps readers observe and interpret Scripture and apply it to everyday life. Through Abraham and Sarah’s failures, great faith, and deep heartache, readers will see the covenant nature of God and the historical context necessary for reading and understanding the rest of the Bible. You can learn more about Meet Me in the Bible books and workshops at colleensearcy.com.
*The Meet Me in the Bible Series: Offers a simple 5-step framework for studying any book of the Bible, individually or in a group
*Additional Study Tools: Each book in this series comes with a bookmark, ample space for note-taking, discussion questions, and helpful appendixes for further study
*Unique Combination of Scripture Journal and Bible Reading Guide
*Inductive: Helps readers observe and interpret the story of Abraham, and apply it to their everyday life
*Spiral-Bound: Pages lie flat to make reading and writing more comfortable
*Foreword by Jen Wilkin: Author of the bestselling books Women of the Word; None Like Him; and Ten Words to Live By
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Deep Rooted Marriage
$29.99What if you could experience a marriage that is not just good, but truly life-giving? Therapists Dan Allender and Steve Call show how deeper intimacy can bring more healing and delight.
Every relationship has its highs and lows, but we often don’t know what to do with our “lows,” or how we ended up there. What is creating friction, exacerbating our pain, and standing in the way of intimacy?
More often than not, it is the stories of our past drifting into the present. But if we are willing to look at them closely, we will be able to write a new story for the future.
With more than seventy years of therapeutic experience combined, Dan Allender and Steve Call demonstrate how God is inviting you and your partner to a wild faith journey with the hope of transformation. With personal stories, key psychological insights, and practical advice, The Deep-Rooted Marriage will help you:
*Address past trauma, giving you greater courage and compassion to engage your present struggles.
*Disrupt cycles of conflict based on shame, judgment, and resentment.
*Create safety when feeling threatened and offer attunement, empathy, and honor toward differences.
*Adopt humility, honesty, kindness, curiosity, defiance against what divides, and intention to bless.
*Learn practices that cultivate emotional intimacy, generating new goodness between you and beyond you.
Marriage is not about merely getting along or resolving conflict through compromise. It reveals who you are and invites you to who you can become. Marriage offers a space for you to experience what you are made for–honor and delight. And it is the ground from which redemption is meant to grow, where, together, you can reflect God’s image more and experience a taste of heaven.
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Your Story Has A Villain
$19.99Are you ready to change your narrative and live a different story today? If you’re weary from the struggle and ready to experience life as God intended, this book will help you explore the tactics of Satan, equip you to overcome spiritual battles, and remind you of the victory already secured through Jesus.
There is an Enemy among us. You may know who he is, but you may not know what he is about. Do you know how he wages war? Do you know how he targets you specifically? He’s the Villain who wants to change your story in the hopes you live isolated, powerless, discouraged, and defeated.
Satan has waged a war with the Almighty, the Creator and Sustainer of the universe, and his sole desire is to keep you from God’s goodness. He knows that he has been defeated by Jesus’ death and resurrection, but until the final battle when he is cast into hell for eternity, he and his demons roam the earth like a roaring lion looking for anyone to devour. He is far more disruptive to our lives than we realize, and it’s time to take action. In Your Story Has a Villain, bestselling author Jonathan “JP” Pokluda will help you:
*Stand against the thief of life, who wants to take you out.
*Understand the tactics the Enemy utilizes in your life.
*Align yourself with God through prayer as you battle each day.
*Rely on the truth and power of Scripture to counter the Enemy’s lies and accusations.
*Know that Jesus has already defeated Satan, so you can live victoriously.Yes, your story has a villain, an unseen enemy disrupting your life more than you realize. But remember the hero, Jesus Christ, who came so that we may “have life, and have it to the full” (John 10:10). We know the grim, eternal outcome for Satan and his demons, but the battle still rages. Are you ready to fight back, find freedom from sin and toxic thinking, and walk in the abundant life available to you?
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Jesus Listens For Lent And Easter Padded Hardcover
$19.99This devotional collection of prayers and reflections from Sarah Young’s bestselling Jesus Listens(R) and Jesus Calling helps you walk through the season of Lent with an intentional focus on your Savior and prepares you for the joy and victory of His resurrection at Easter.
Walk closely with the Lord as you read through Jesus Listens–for Lent and Easter. This inspirational devotional prayer book also includes Bible verses and words of hope from God’s heart to yours.
Jesus Listens–for Lent and Easter is ideal for:
*Anyone longing to draw closer to Jesus during the Lenten and Easter seasons
*Those who are looking for peace, forgiveness, and a deeper experience of trusting God
*Families who want to cultivate a tradition of Lenten prayers and devotions togetherThis full-color, beautifully illustrated book includes:
*Prayers, reflections, and Bible verses based on Jesus’ life and sacrifice for us
*Stunning spring and Easter season illustrations, making this a holiday treasure to cherish for years to come
*As you pray Scripture throughout this season of remembering Christ’s death and resurrection, you’ll experience how prayer connects you to God, helps you seek forgiveness, and brings you the inexpressible joy and freedom of knowing that Christ has risen!
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Yours Not Hers
$17.99Discover the guide to true confidence and authentic living for today’s teen and college-age girl! Celebrated author and speaker Kari Kampakis helps you stop playing the comparison game and embrace the unique purpose God has for your life. From navigating social media to making friends to deepening your faith, this 40-day devotional will help you become braver, bolder, and more authentically you!
Chances are, you feel confident some days. You feel ready to take on the world. But then you start scrolling on social media, and your confidence tanks. Rather than embrace your life, you suddenly wish you had her life. With Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Life, you can take the first daring step to a faith grounded in God and a life brimming with confidence.
This 40-day devotional:
*is for teen and college-age girls who want to make real connections with others, feel comfortable in their own skin, and deepen their faith;
*focuses on topics such as loneliness, anxiety, self-image, new beginnings, grace, and faith;
*includes reflection questions and space for journaling; and
*is a perfect choice for a graduation or birthday gift, for reading during Lent and Easter, or for a Bible study for your youth group or college dorm.
This isn’t just a book; it’s a best friend and mentor wrapped in the written word that addresses the real issues you face each day. With Yours, Not Hers in hand, you can love your own life, unlock your potential, and follow the unique plan God has just for you!
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Familiar Stranger : ReIntroducing The Holy Spirit To Those In Search Of An
$29.99Christians today are hungry for authentic spiritual experiences, yet all too often they don’t have the knowledge of or relationship with the Holy Spirit that is the key to a fully alive spirituality. In The Familiar Stranger, pastor and author Tyler Staton draws on Scripture, tradition, and spiritual practices to help you step into a genuine relationship with the Holy Spirit.
For a generation searching desperately for an experiential spirituality, there’s good news: the Holy Spirit’s indwelling presence to empower and transform is freely available. Unfortunately, confusion and unfamiliarity surround the Person of the Holy Spirit, leading too many Christians either to sideline him or misunderstand what he means for their spiritual lives.
In The Familiar Stranger, Staton reintroduces this oft-neglected Person of the Trinity, tracing the story of the Holy Spirit as it unfolds throughout the Bible, and inviting believers to close the gap between what Scripture reveals about the Holy Spirit and their lived experience. Along the way, readers will:
*dig into key biblical images and metaphors that reveal the Holy Spirit’s nature, roles, and personality;
*learn about common misperceptions that keep believers and churches from experiencing the fullness of the Holy Spirit’s power and presence;
*discover how the Spirit brings discernment and access to miraculous power to partner with God in the work he’s doing in the world;
*reckon with the indispensable role of spiritual experience for walking with God; and
*understand how both Word and Spirit (too often separated in some church traditions) work together to draw people into a vibrant, intimate knowledge of God.
The Familiar Stranger will challenge, inform, and encourage believers from every background to become more deeply acquainted with the Person and work of the Holy Spirit–and experience his transformative, life-giving power in their lives.
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Righteous Strife : How Warring Religious Nationalists Forged Lincoln’s Unio
$35.00The first major account of the American Civil War to give full weight to the central role played by religion, reframing the conflict through Abraham Lincoln’s contentious appeals to faith-based nationalism
How did slavery figure in God’s plan? Was it the providential role of government to abolish this sin and build a righteous nation? Or did such a mission amount to “religious tyranny” and “pulpit politics,” in an effort to strip the southern states of their God-given rights? In 1861, in an already fracturing nation, the tensions surrounding this moral quandary cracked the United States in half, and even formed rifts within the North itself, where antislavery religious nationalists butted heads with conservative religious nationalists over their visions for America’s future.
At the center of this melee stood Abraham Lincoln, who would turn to his own faith for guidance, proclaiming more days of national fasting and thanksgiving than any other president before or since. These pauses for spiritual reflection provided the inspirational rhetoric and ideological fuel that sustained the war.
In Righteous Strife, Richard Carwardine gives renewed attention to this crucible of contending religious nationalisms, out of which were forged emancipation, Lincoln’s reelection, and his second inaugural address. No understanding of the American Civil War is complete without accounting for this complex dance between church and state-one that continues to define our nation.
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Blueprint For Belonging
$66.65Your relationships are the key to a thriving life that satisfies your soul.
Don’t settle for lonely.
Despite technology that allows for more connection than any previous generation, our culture is drowning in loneliness. Human beings are deeply relational, longing to be known, welcomed, encouraged, and connected. Yet most of us go through life lacking some of the key relationships we need in order to feel fulfilled. The answer to our loneliness problem is not found in the quantity of relationships, but rather in finding and growing five specific types of relationships, which make up a blueprint for belonging revealed in the life of Jesus.
Mining the Gospels for insight, pastor and author Alli Patterson unveils the five types of relationships, cultivated by Jesus, that you still need today:
* your core
* your circle
* your comrades
* your community
* your crowdShe guides you through a redesign of your own relational world according to this divine blueprint so you can discover authentic, restorative relationships within each of these types that will truly satisfy your soul.
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Relationship Road Map
$26.00Practical, biblical guidance for every step of your relationship journey–from single to dating to engaged to married from the bestselling author of Stop Waiting for Permission.
When it comes to romantic relationships, have you ever felt like you are navigating without a GPS, broken down with no help in sight, or running on empty–miles from the nearest gas station? Has the modern dating scene left you heartsick or hopeless? If so, you’re not alone, and it’s not too late to get on the highway toward your desired destination.
In Relationship Road Map, pastor and bestselling author Stephen Chandler mines Scripture for practical applications to bring hope, healing, and redirection to your journey. Whether you’re single and searching, delving into dating, engaged, or jaded from too many bad dates, the hard-won wisdom and biblical insights within these pages will set you on a course toward a healthier, more fulfilling relational future.
As he unfolds the road map, Chandler lays out the keys to navigating your way to the altar and beyond, including the importance of:
– beginning your dating journey with marriage in mind
– getting a spiritual tune-up by inviting God to prepare you for the journey
– avoiding dating hazards, dead ends, and obstacles along the route
– following the road rules–dating with integrity and intentionality
– seeking wisdom from seasoned travelers–inviting accountability into your dating journey
– kicking relational hitchhikers to the curb–knowing when the person you are dating isn’t the right oneWith guidance tailored to the unique perspectives of both women and men, Relationship Road Map speaks to the intricate wiring in all of us, the need to consult the ultimate Instruction Manual at key junctions, and the fuel it will take to arrive safely at the destination where your heart longs to go.
An exciting journey awaits–are you ready to hit the road?
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Counsel For Couples
$25.54Many pastors feel ill-equipped to handle the challenges that arise when a couple is going through marital difficulties.
If you are or have been in this situation before, this book shows church leaders how to counsel married couples from both a logical and biblical perspective.
Author and pastor Jonathan Holmes offers you a practical guide to get started with the first sessions and then offers specific guidance on nine of the most common topics that come up in marriage counseling.
In Counsel for Couples, Holmes provides you with:
*a biblical methodology that navigates you through the world of marriage counseling based on God’s word
*a theological counseling approach addressing the deepest of marital issues
*advice from several respected voices in the biblical counseling community
In each chapter, you’ll meet a new couple dealing with a different issue, much like the people in your church, office, and neighborhood.
Whether you’re a novice or already knowledgeable, Counsel for Couples provides theologically sound and biblically practical tools to help you as you help couples in need.
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9 Words From Jesus
$66.65What are you willing to cry out for?
Bartimaeus knew Jesus was his only hope for healing, for a better life. So even as the crowd jostled him, scolded him, told him to be quiet, he unleashed a desperate plea and SHOUTED LOUDER. This time Jesus stopped and said nine words that changed the trajectory of his life–and will change yours: “What do you want me to do for you?”
Unpacking this unforgettable encounter between Bartimaeus and Jesus with his unique humor, storytelling, and fist-pumping motivation, Chuck E. Tate shows how it can also be your story. Revealing faith-building biblical truth and wisdom, he shows how to:
* overcome obstacles to boldly approach God
* rise above resistance to receive from God
* dream big and believe in God for the impossible
* move from desperately calling for Jesus to passionately following HimGod always does exceedingly more than we can ask or imagine. So go ahead and SHOUT–and receive all he has for you.
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Indigo Heiress : A Novel
$66.65In 1774, Juliet Catesby lives with her father and sister at Royal Vale, the James River plantation founded by her Virginia family over a century before. Indigo cultivation is her foremost concern, though its export tethers her family to the powerful Buchanan clan of Glasgow, Scotland. When the heir of the Buchanan firm arrives on their shores, Juliet discovers that her father has secretly arranged for one of his daughters to marry the Scot as a means of canceling the family’s debt. Confident it will be her younger, lovelier sister, Juliet is appalled when Leith Buchanan selects her instead.
Despite her initial refusal of him, an ensuing altercation forces Juliet to flee Virginia. Agreeing to marry, she sails with Leith to Scotland, hopeful of a better match for her sister, who accompanies her. But once in Glasgow and faced with the contentious, powerful Buchanan clan, she realizes that the man who saved her from financial ruin and scandal is the very one she must now save in return.
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Serial Burn
$49.98When Jesslyn McCormick was just seven years old, a devastating house fire killed her parents and two younger sisters. Now the fire marshal of Lake City, Jesslyn is determined to find the person who started the fire that robbed her of her family. As the 25th anniversary of her family’s deaths approaches, a string of fires–including at Jesslyn’s church–brings up all those old feelings and offers new evidence.
Because church fires are considered a hate crime, FBI Special Agent Nathan Carlisle is called in to work with local law enforcement. Nathan has his own past–one he’d prefer not to revisit. And focusing on helping Jesslyn track down the arsonist is a great distraction.
As both the case and the chemistry between Jesslyn and Nathan heat up, memories will come flooding in from the past to bump up against hopes for the future. And when Jesslyn comes face-to-face with her worst nightmare, she’ll have to confront her fears and rely on Nathan and her community of friends in order to survive.
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Heart Of The Glen
$49.98When Saoirse Fagan arrives to start her new job as housemaid at Drumboe Castle, she is dismayed to learn that the lord of the house passed away a week prior. Already running away from the tragedy that claimed the lives of her family members, Saoirse wanders the road with nowhere to go until Aileen McCready offers her a lift and possibly a place to stay for the night.
Sheep farmer and weaver Owen McCready is known for his intricate and impeccably woven tweed. But when he’s injured in an attack by bandits, his entire livelihood is endangered. A new–and distracting–mouth to feed adds fuel to the fire, and Owen struggles to keep his family afloat. Though Saoirse is eager to help, even offering to learn the weaving craft, Owen is hesitant to accept aid from this strange young woman, no matter how inexplicably magnetic he finds her. But Saoirse is not one to give up easily. It may take extra effort on her part, but she’s determined to convince the McCreadys that they need her–perhaps as much as she needs them.
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Before The King
$49.98Joanna’s wealthy family aspires to Herod’s inner circle, but when her father’s esteemed position in the Sepphoris Sanhedrin is threatened, her family resorts to harboring a dark secret. As Joanna navigates the complexities of aristocratic life and an arranged marriage, she is caught between loyalty to her family and her own desires. When tragedy strikes, leading to a life-altering injury and a startling encounter with Herod’s financial minister, Joanna must grapple with a new future–one that challenges her sense of duty and hope for love.
Years later, Joanna is forever changed when a rabbi comes preaching a new kingdom and healing the sick. Yet, she treads a perilous path between a court that mocks Jesus of Nazareth, a community of believers who views her with suspicion, and a husband who guards his own secrets. As pressure increases, Joanna must protect her allegiance to the Christ, whose message is as compelling as it is dangerous.
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When Stars Light The Sky
$49.98In a world on the brink of war, two hearts must navigate shadows of uncertainty.
Inga Klein’s carefree life in New York takes a dramatic turn when she sails for Berlin, Germany, to serve as the secretary for America’s ambassador. Amid the glamour of life at the embassy, she continually finds herself at odds with the straitlaced and imposing Benedict Kincaid, the diplomatic chief of staff who harbors deep misgivings toward the German-born Inga.
As Europe hurtles toward World War I, Benedict’s determination to keep America out of the conflict adds to the already tense atmosphere. Despite their relentless sparring, Inga and Benedict succeed in keeping the embassy afloat through one crisis after another. But when they run out of diplomatic options, a marriage of convenience may be Inga’s only hope of escape from the impending war.
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Hard Is Not The Same Thing As Bad Study Guide (Student/Study Guide)
$14.99OFFICIAL STUDY GUIDE FROM THE AUTHOR
This essential companion helps you apply the lessons from Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad as you learn to face adversity with peace, confidence, and gratitude.
“Hard is not the same thing as bad” is the motto that bestselling author Abbie Halberstadt lives by. No matter the season, circumstance, pain, or problem, Abbie believes that you can navigate effectively through tough times as a mama. How? By adopting a new perspective that says, “I know God is using this trial to change me for the better.”
In this insightful study guide, Abbie provides convenient chapter summaries, thought-provoking questions, practical action steps, a helpful chart breaking down the dichotomy of a worldly mindset about hard things versus a biblical one, and space to record notes and reflections.
Ideal for individual or group study, this valuable resource will enrich your experience with Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad and help you change how you view the hard things of motherhood.
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My Happy Journal
$17.99A Peanuts journal featuring positive sentiments, verses, and illustrations.
My Happy Journal is a beam of sunshine for journalers of all ages looking to write down their happy thoughts, statements of gratitude, and anything else that comes to mind. Featuring the Peanuts gang, this four color lined journal is designed to lift your spirits with selected Scriptures, sentiments about happiness, and fun Peanuts illustrations. Whimsical and heartwarming, it’s perfect for personal reflections or a thoughtful gift for any occasion.
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How To Have Your Best Year Ever
$17.95Recognize the value of each day, seize every moment and make each one count towards living the life you’ve always dreamed of!
Discover the life-changing power of decision and determination in Jim Rohn’s enlightening guide, How to Have Your Best Year Ever.
Jim Rohn, master motivator and business philosopher, unfolds the blueprint to achieving unparalleled success and fulfillment in every aspect of life. From harnessing the precious value of time and money to mastering life’s five puzzle pieces, this book is a comprehensive roadmap to personal and financial independence.
The wisdom encapsulated in this book emphasizes the importance of personal progress, cultivating a wealth-filled library, leveraging your five best abilities, and the miracle-working power of words.
How to Have Your Best Year Ever is mentorship in print.
The book dives deep into effective goal-setting strategies, achieving financial independence, and the crucial step of taking action toward changing your life for the better. Rohn’s personal anecdotes and the lessons he learned are a testament to the fact that with the right guidance, achieving your dreams is not just possible but inevitable.
With a blend of sincerity, truth, and an abundance of life-changing ideas and inspiration, Rohn offers strategies for growth, productivity, and happiness.
Engage with his teachings, apply them to your life, and embark on a journey to a better, more fulfilling future.
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B Is For Bonnet
$17.95The second in this delightfully moving new series from beloved, New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray continues the story of four English-raised siblings who return to their grandparents’ Ohio community planning to become Amish. But one by one, they will soon learn more about living–and love–than they’d ever imagined . . .
Exploring the relationship between Amish and English cultures through the lens of a single family, the Amish Again series is perfect for fans of Beverly Lewis, Amy Clipston, and Charlotte Hubbard – and anyone who enjoys uplifting stories about faith, family, love, and the simple life.
Raised by their divorced, lapsed-Amish father and English mother, siblings Jonny, Martin, Kelsey, and Beth can’t wait to reinvent their lives. The four don’t have much in common, but they long for the stable sense of family they felt when visiting their Old Order grandparents, Josiah and Sylvia Schrock, in peaceful Holmes County, Ohio. And the Schrocks couldn’t be more surprised when the grandkids want to try living with them–and joining their faith . . .
When Jonny hears startling news about his health, he knows it’s past time to change his life.
Quitting college, he unexpectedly finds the fulfilling job of his dreams. And he’s instantly smitten with cafe owner Treva Hershberger, whose baked goods are as warm and delicious as her lively personality. But no matter how hard Jonny tries, he can’t seem to get past her secret sadness and distrust. Can he prove that his feelings for her are for real–and forever–in time?
A bad breakup left Treva heartbroken–and resolved to be independent without relying on anyone ever again. Exhausted from pouring everything she’s got into her cafe, she’s stunned by Jonny’s easygoing ways–and drawn to his optimistic nature. But when she thinks his real interest is in becoming Amish, she’s even more determined to stay focused–and keep her heart safe . . .
Soon, deep secrets and hidden family truths will test Jonny and Treva in unexpected ways. And with help from his warm-hearted grandparents, he and Treva might gain the happiness they secretly long for–with each other.
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Reckoning With History
$30.00Reckoning with History is a hard, haunting, and hopeful history that will leave an indelible mark and transform your understanding of both Christianity and the United States.
A hard, haunting, and hopeful history that will leave an indelible mark and transform your understanding of both Christianity and the United States.Reckoning with History confronts the histories of settler colonialism and slavery and illumines how these two devastating realities informed and ultimately deformed Protestant Christianity in the North American colonies and antebellum United States. In this book, William Yoo analyzes primary sources from Indigenous, African, European, and American perspectives to construct a narrative that honors the stories of Indigenous peoples, enslaved and free persons of African descent, Indigenous rights advocates, and abolitionists. The book’s broad scope-which covers individuals and movements representing Baptists, Congregationalists, Episcopalians, Methodists, Presbyterians, and other Christian traditions-provides a timely and telling message for every Christian seeking racial justice today.
This urgently needed book expresses a powerful call for reformation and change within American Christianity that is grounded in precise research and compelling prose. It explains how Christians engaged the sinful realities of Indigenous land dispossession and Black enslavement, shaping American Christianity in distinctive and enduring ways. It further underscores how white Christians justified land theft and racial oppression against Indigenous and Black persons with scriptural interpretations and theological expositions that remade Christianity into an American religion that bolstered economic, political, and social interests. Along the way, Yoo also features inspiring accounts of resistance to the Indian Removal Act of 1830 and the westward expansion of slavery. A final chapter draws lessons from these histories for the possibilities of what ministries of racial justice could be in American churches today. Yoo integrates cogent historical analysis with contemporary lessons for Christians that make Reckoning with History a definitive resource for understanding racism and pursuing racial justice in the United States.
A hard, haunting, and hopeful history that will leave an indelible mark and transform your understanding of both Christianity and the United States.
Reckoning with History confronts the histories of settler colonialism and slavery a
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I Am The Spirit Of Justice
$18.99From New York Times bestselling author Jemar Tisby, I Am the Spirit of Justice uses lyrical text and moving illustrations to take children on a journey through the history of the United States of America, highlighting the ways people have been fighting for justice from the very beginning.
The fight for civil rights in America didn’t begin in the 1960s–Black Americans have been working for justice, freedom, and equality since the first slave ships came to its shores. In I Am the Spirit of Justice, Jemar Tisby demonstrates that that arc of history bends toward equality. Throughout, the spirit of justice is personified as it moves through time, loving the oppressed and supporting the freedom fighters. The poetic text not only informs readers of the countless and often nameless people who have taken up the fight, it also inspires them to continue working for equality for all.
I Am the Spirit of Justice is the picture book companion to Jemar Tisby’s The Spirit of Justice and is cowritten by author and poet Malcolm Newsome with art by illustrator and activist Nadia Fisher. This beautiful and sweeping book is a great introduction to the history of civil rights for the youngest readers and an important addition to the libraries of anyone working for justice.
I Am the Spirit of Justice is ideal for:
*Introducing children to important figures in the history of the civil rights movement
*Inspiring young readers to see the importance of justice in our world
*Teachers and librarians looking for resources for civil rights education, with an included bibliography and suggestions for further readingAdd to cartin stock within 3-5 days of online purchase
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Anticipating Heaven : Spiritual Comfort And Practical Wisdom For Life’s Fin
$19.99Is there a way to walk into the final chapters of life with peace and confidence, and with support and wisdom?
We all are living an earthly story with a beginning, middle, and end. While aspects of our story’s closing hold mystery, we do not have to feel lost as we move toward it. We instead can lean on the support and wisdom of others who know the path ahead.
In Anticipating Heaven, she offers that same practical advice and spiritual comfort to you and your loved ones as you navigate a serious illness.
Drawing on her years of experience and strong faith, Dr. Pyle will share inspiring patient stories and clear guidance, helping you to:
*navigate the world of healthcare with confidence,
*prepare an end-of-life plan with peace,
*remember your heavenly destination with hope,
*embrace the final chapters with love, and
*anticipate the presence of God and your glorified body with joy.Clarity can replace chaos. Assurance can overcome uncertainty. And love can conquer fear. You are not alone on this path. You are leaving the land of the dying and entering the land of the living, a place God calls home. As one story is closing, a bright new one is beginning.
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Jesus Everywhere Outreach Bible Larger Print Comfort Print
$8.99A low-cost outreach Bible with added study helps in a readable 9.9-print size.The Bible is the true story of God and his invitation for all people to find freedom and eternal life through his Son, Jesus. Developed in partnership with the team at Gather25, the NIV Jesus Everywhere Bible is the ideal evangelistic tool to share with those looking to discover God through his Word. You can feel comfortable and confident handing this Bible to anyone interested in spiritual growth or open to talking about God. Includes added resources for a deeper understanding of the Bible designed for those new to reading the Bible. This outreach edition is ideal for churches, organizations, and ministries buying Bibles in bulk.Founded by Bible teacher Jennie Allen, Gather25 is the first 25-hour gathering of Christ followers from all over the world for prayer, worship, repentance, and commissioning for the purpose of equipping Christians to go into the world to make disciples of all people. You can learn more at Gather25.com.Included in this outreach Bible is:The full text of the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV)A letter from Jennie Allen and the Gather25 team to welcome readers to God’s WordAn invitation to follow Jesus, along with a video explaining the Gospel shared via a QR-code from the Gather25 teamA selection of Old Testament and New Testament mapsGetting to Know God – A step-by-step guide to becoming a follower of JesusAbout the Bible – Answers questions about what the Bible is, how it was written, and how it came to usPromises from the Bible – Scripture passages on 20 difficult, yet common, emotions everyone experiences30 Days for Beginning Your Walk with Christ reading plan that gives an overview of the Bible and God’s love for his peoplePerspectives from the Bible – Scripture passages on how to respond to 30 common life situations30 Days with Jesus reading plan that covers the life, death, and resurrection of JesusDouble-column formatExclusive Zondervan NIV Comfort Print(R) typefacePrint size: 9.9 The New International Version (NIV) is the world’s bestselling modern-English Bible translation-accurate, readable, and clear, yet rich with the detail found in the original languages. The NIV is the result of over 50 years of work by the Committee on Bible Translation, who oversee the efforts of many contributing scholars. Representing the spectrum of evangelicalism, the translators come from a wide range of denominations and various countries
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Books Of The Bible New Testament Enter The Story Of Jesus Church And His Re
$14.99Read and Engage with Scripture in a Whole New Way!The Books of the Bible is a fresh yet ancient presentation of Scripture. As many distractions as possible have been eliminated so readers can experience each book the way its authors intended. No more chapter and verse numbers. No more study notes. No more cross references or footnotes. No more red letters. Natural section breaks have been adjusted to reveal the inherent structure, showing the contours of each book in a way that traditional chapter-and-verse Bibles do not.The books of the Bible are arranged in an order that helps you see the unfolding drama more easily and book introductions are included to prepare you for a more in-depth reading experience. These “invitations” tell the story behind the story, unlocking the context of the book you’re about to read. The Books of the Bible uses Scripture from the New International Version (NIV), an accurate, readable and clear translation with the goal of delivering the same Bible reading experience today that the first recipients of Scripture would have had in their native languages.In The Books of the Bible, New Testament readers will enter the story of Jesus, his church, and his return. New Testament is part 4 (of 4) of The Books of the Bible series, which is a part of the church wide-campaign, The Community Bible Experience(R).The Bible books included are:Luke – ActsThe letters of PaulMatthewHebrewsJamesMark1-2 PeterJudeJohn1-3 JohnRevelationFeatures:Single-column format for a clean, simple, elegant reading experienceBook introductionsType size: 10.3
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Books Of The Bible The Writings Find Wisdom In Stories Poetry And Songs
$14.99Read and Engage with Scripture in a Whole New Way!The Books of the Bible is a fresh yet ancient presentation of Scripture. As many distractions as possible have been eliminated so readers can experience each book the way its authors intended. No more chapter and verse numbers. No more study notes. No more cross references or footnotes. No more red letters. Natural section breaks have been adjusted to reveal the inherent structure, showing the contours of each book in a way that traditional chapter-and-verse Bibles do not.The books of the Bible are arranged in an order that helps you see the unfolding drama more easily and book introductions are included to prepare you for a more in-depth reading experience. These “invitations” tell the story behind the story, unlocking the context of the book you’re about to read. The Books of the Bible uses Scripture from the New International Version (NIV), an accurate, readable and clear translation with the goal of delivering the same Bible reading experience today that the first recipients of Scripture would have had in their native languages.In The Books of the Bible, The Writings, readers will find wisdom in stories, poetry, and songs. The Writings is part 3 (of 4) of The Books of the Bible series, which is a part of the church wide-campaign, The Community Bible Experience(R).The Bible books included are:PsalmsLamentationsSong of SongsProverbsEcclesiastesJobChronicles-Ezra-NehemiahEstherDanielFeatures:Single-column format for a clean, simple, elegant reading experienceBook introductionsType size: 10.3
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1 Light Still Shines
$19.99My story is not about my past, but about your future, says Marie Roberts Monville.
In the startling tragedy of the Amish schoolhouse shooting at Nickel Mines, one story has never been told: Marie Roberts Monville, the wife of the man who created such horror, tells her story for the very first time. It is a story of sorrow and destruction, but also one of majestic deliverance, unending compassion, breathtaking forgiveness, and grace-filled redemption.
Within a solitary moment, Marie Monville realized that life as she knew it was over. What she never anticipated was a tangible encounter with God reaching into her circumstances, through them rewriting all she believed about herself, her faith, and the God she thought she knew. One Light Still Shines reveals three love stories: the innocent love of a devoted wife for a husband in pain, the incomprehensible love of God in the aftermath of massacre and destruction, and the redemptive love of Christ, waiting to unfold in the life of every person who reads this book.
Marie’s journey since that darkest of days has been invaded with light which shines through these pages into the darkest questions we all face–questions about our past, our value, our identity, and own powerlessness in this fallen world. Come face to face with the Power behind every answer–a love that begs to be received.
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Anxiety Algorithm : Turning Your Pattern Of Worry And Stress Into A Pattern
$16.99Imagine a Life Where Anxiety and Stress No Longer Control You
Experiencing a recurring pattern of anxious thoughts or becoming gripped by worry over a sudden difficult situation can feel overwhelming. But you don’t have to stay under the control of your anxiety. You can create a specific plan to relieve your anxiety and stress–one that is just right for you. It’s what father-and-son authors Ronnie Kent (a medical doctor and behavioral specialist) and James Kent (a therapist) call The Anxiety Algorithm. It is based on Philippians 4:8 in the Bible and is supported by other passages of Scripture and trusted counseling techniques.
An algorithm is “a step by step procedure for solving a problem or accomplishing some end.” Once you understand the foundational principles of The Anxiety Algorithm, you can tailor it to fit your special needs and your particular worry triggers. This book will help you to:
– Use simple exercises to immediately begin to alleviate anxiety
– Discover the “Two Steps Back” method to reorient your focus
– Reshape the way you see and interact with the world
– Make constructive thoughts your go-to way of thinking
– Invite the God of peace into your lifeThe Anxiety Algorithm provides a clear, effective plan you can turn to whenever you need a mindset of peace or as you seek to address long-standing anxiety and worry. Even in the midst of life’s hurts, setbacks, and challenges, you can experience true fulfillment and joy.
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Jesus And Therapy
$19.95From mental health advocate Tabitha Yates, Jesus and Therapy is a deeply powerful and essential exploration of mental health within the Christian community. More than just an examination–this book is a heartfelt invitation to begin crucial conversations in the church and offer hope to those who feel isolated and misunderstood.
Tabitha Yates knows firsthand the shadows that mental health struggles can cast, especially within a church setting. During a particularly dark period of her life, she found that the sanctuary she hoped would provide refuge often deepened her pain, leaving her feeling abandoned and unseen. Her own journey through depression, anxiety, and a suicide attempt has uniquely equipped her to understand and assist others who find themselves in similar situations, as well as to guide church leaders in providing meaningful support to their struggling members. Now, Yates works as a mental health advocate to combat common myths surrounding mental health and encourage unifying, healing dialogue within the Christian community.
In Jesus and Therapy: Bridging the Gap Between Faith and Mental Health, Yates combines insights from psychology, personal experience, and Scripture to offer practical steps for confronting and healing trauma. This book is a beacon for those who feel lost in their faith while grappling with mental health challenges. It provides pastors and faith leaders with the tools to approach these struggles with empathy and understanding, while additionally serving as a valuable resource for mental health professionals.
Jesus and Therapy will help readers:
*Learn how to address and counter the misconceptions that surround Christian experiences of anxiety and depression
*Find ways to address trauma and recover from the wounds inflicted by others within the faith community
*Establish healthy boundaries and navigate relationships with fellow believers
*Acknowledge that mental illness, like physical ailments, can not always be solved with faith alone
*Discover how individuals battling mental health challenges play a crucial role in the body of Christ
*Reconnect with a God who loves and accepts you unconditionally.
Vulnerable and candid, Jesus and Therapy ignites a necessary dialogue between the faith and mental health communities, guiding readers toward healing, understanding, and a deeper, more loving relationship with God
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Perfectly Flawed Womens Bible Study Leader Guide (Teacher’s Guide)
$15.99We are all flawed, but God can turn those weaknesses into strengths.
The Perfectly Flawed Leader Guide outlines six small group sessions complete with prayers, summaries, discussion questions, and video viewer guides. The leader guide will support group leaders of all experience levels in creating strong learning communities.
In Perfectly Flawed, Lisa Toney shows how the apostle Peter’s passion and imperfections make him one of the Bible’s most loved and relatable people. Even when Peter gave up, gave in, and gave out, Jesus was there for him. Join Lisa as she follows Peter through his time with Jesus, from the beginning of Jesus’s ministry to the Resurrection and on through Pentecost when Peter begins to live into his call. Along the way, discover the raw honesty of a man who veered from staunch devotion to moments of doubt, mirroring our own human struggles.
In the six-week Bible study Perfectly Flawed, we see that there is an unparalleled power Jesus gives that can only be found in our weakness. We discover the strength of Jesus that is available to each of us. Learn to persevere in your faith, live confidently, and boldly step into God’s purpose for you. See how Peter’s story is an invitation to embrace imperfection, find strength in the relentless grace of God, and discover how each one of us is perfectly flawed but still deeply loved by God.
Other components for the Bible study include a Participant Workbook with daily readings and teaching video available on DVD.
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Perfectly Flawed Womens Bible Study Participants Workbook (Student/Study Guide)
$18.99We are all flawed, but God can turn those weaknesses into strengths.
The apostle Peter’s passion and imperfections make him one of the Bible’s most loved and relatable people. Even when Peter gave up, gave in, and gave out, Jesus was there for him. Join Lisa Toney as she follows Peter through his time with Jesus, from the beginning of Jesus’s ministry to the Resurrection and through Pentecost, when Peter begins to live into his call. Along the way, discover the raw honesty of a man who veered from staunch devotion to moments of doubt, mirroring our own human struggles.
In the six-week Bible study Perfectly Flawed, we see that there is an unparalleled power Jesus gives that can only be found in our weakness. We discover the strength of Jesus that is available to each of us. Learn to persevere in your faith, live confidently, and boldly step into God’s purpose for you. See how Peter’s story is an invitation to embrace imperfection, find strength in the relentless grace of God, and discover how each one of us is perfectly flawed but still deeply loved by God.
The participant workbook includes five daily readings for each week, combining the study of Scripture with personal reflection, application, and prayer.
Other components for the Bible study include a Leader Guide and teaching video available on DVD.
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Think On These Things
$16.99In this 60-day devotional, you’ll practice the biblical principle of resetting your mind for the renewal of your whole being. Each inspiring reading, written by popular devotional writer Lori Hatcher, invites you to ponder a scriptural truth or unshakable promise that will help you draw closer to God. Discover that when your mind is focused on God and His goodness, you can experience joy and deep peace, no matter what the day holds.
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