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Book SynopsisAs seen on Hannity“We Didn’t Fight for Socialism brings many powerful voices to bear against America’s greatest threat. I spent nearly forty years opposing foreign enemies only to realize freedom’s adversaries have been raised right here. My friends Ollie North and David Goetsch have delivered what may be the most important book you’ll read this year.” — LTG William G. “Jerry” Boykin – U.S. Army (Ret.), executive director of Family Research Council and author of Man to Man. Veterans we interviewed and surveyed for this book as well as veterans we have talked to over the years made it clear they did not join the military to fight for socialism. Many of the veterans interviewed and surveyed for this book said they served in the military because they loved the freedom and opportunity afforded them by our country as well as the values that have long characterized America. To them, America has always been the good guy in the community of nations. A socialist America, in the eyes of these veterans, will no longer be a good guy.Trade Review"America would already be lost without the service and sacrifices made by the men and women of our armed forces. The veterans quoted and whose views are relayed here have a unique perspective on America and its values compared to other parts of the world. We Didn't Fight for Socialism is a critical book for our day." Jim DeMint, former U.S. Senator and author of Conservative: Knowing What to Keep and Satan's Dare."One of the best lessons I've learned during my decades of leading in the military and private sector is how important it is to have unified purpose in the ranks. Unfortunately, America is more divided now than it has been since the 1860's. Once again, our military veterans lead the way to solving our national divide. We Didn't Fight for Socialism could bring our nation back together under the banner of freedom and prosperity." MG John Gronski (USA, Ret), CEO of Leader Grove, LLC and the author of Iron-Sharpened Leadership.

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Book SynopsisIn every age, Christians experience pressure to embrace contemporary culture. In Corinth, the church had been infiltrated by some who had grown weary of the message of the cross: whose boast was in outward appearance. In 2 Corinthians 2-7,Paul writes into this setting, urging the Corinthians then, and us today, to embrace the 'weak' ministry of Gospel proclamation, to partner with 'weak' Christians, and to boast in 'weak' ministers. It is in this weakness that God's power is exhibited. Nothing could be more opposite to our celebrity culture.Trade ReviewThis is a readable book. It contrasts the boastful but shallow facade of Paul's rivals at Corinth with the deeper substance of apostolic gospel ministry. It is a timely reminder that the problems at Corinth are still alive and causing as much havoc now, as then. In the words of the authors, 'Paul is adamant that we should stick with the real thing, for only the unchanged message ... will have the power to change the heart and work lasting change. Everything else is surface froth' (p.63). -- James Clark, Evangelical TimesThis book is based on sermons by William Taylor on 2 Corinthians, and, as a weak pas­tor, a weak gospel proclaimer, leading a church that is weak by the world's standards, I found it a tremendous encouragement to 'be confident in the "weak" min­istry of gospel proclamation'. I would recommend it to anyone in ministry. The book confronts those who seek short­cuts, or those who look to methods rather than the gospel for transformation - but it also gets under the skin of those who already agree with its major premise that substance is more important than style. -- Pete Killingley, Evangelicals NowI warmly commend this volume to those whose privileged task it is ... to proclaim 'Jesus Christ as Lord and ourselves as your servants for Jesus' sake'. (2 Cor. 4:5) -- Kanishka Raffel (Dean of Sydney)It will challenge and encourage gospel ministers to press on with the task of preaching Christ, embrace weakness and guard against the temptation to compromise ... It will help church members to appreciate authentic ministry and resist the seductive attractions of false teachers ... -- John Stevens (National Director, Fellowship of Independent Evangelical Churches, Market Harborough, Leicestershire)In an age in which substance often gives way to style, we urgently need teaching like this, which builds convictions about the nature and power of authentic gospel ministry and spurs us to stick with it. -- Vaughan Roberts (Rector of St Ebbe's, Oxford and Director of Proclamation Trust)... a timely book! William Taylor is a skillful expositor of God's Word and brings into the light the profile of a true Christian minister with piercing accuracy and practical application. After reading this book, you will be convinced that God's design is to use weak, broken jars of clay by his Spirit to transform the lives of others and accomplish his divine purposes. -- Brian Croft (Pastor, Auburndale Baptist Church, Louisville, Kentucky and Founder, Practical Shepherding)These expositions ... are full of sane, sound, biblical instruction. I commend them highly, both as examples of faithful word ministry and as a necessary reminder that all lasting ministry will prioritize substance over style. -- Kevin DeYoung (Senior Pastor, Christ Covenant Church, Matthews, North Carolina)Most of my stress in ministry is because I have begun to imagine that it depends on my performance. This book has driven me back to the fundamentals and reminded me where the true power lies. It is ... desperately relevant in our culture. -- Jonty Allcock (Lead Pastor, The Globe Church, London)

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Book SynopsisLook at mission from a perspective that will help you to understand your own mission, both life-long and short-term, and give you tips to accomplish outreach where you are called, whether around the world or down the street. Aaron Little reveals God's big-picture plan for missions while giving out handy details for your own evangelism in this punchy, entertaining, and convicting guide.Trade ReviewAn elegant guide to missions, packing history, theology, and soul-searching repentance into a few short chapters. -- Thor Sawin (Assistant Professor, Monterey Institute of International Studies, Monterey, California)Be challenged by Aaron's book... The book may just cause you to ask the question, "How does God want me to be involved in the Great Commission?" -- Paul Kooistra (Former President, Erskine College and Theological Seminary, Due West, South Carolina)A compelling primer of the mission of God... I haven't read a better, more concise, incisive guidebook! Teenagers, university student groups, and even adult study groups will benefit. -- Mike Barnett (Dean, College of Intercultural Studies, Columbia International University)

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Book SynopsisSleep is part of our created humanity, a good gift from God to be treasured and enjoyed; an earthly picture of a spiritual reality. In this reflection on sleep, Reynolds reflects on what the Bible has to say about sleep and rest, and how that can impact not only your night but your life. He includes his suggestions for turning off and enjoying rest.Trade ReviewJesus slept. And so should we. But how? This book will send you to sleep - in a good way... eminently practical advice for the committed sleepers. -- Josh Moody (Senior Pastor, College Church, Wheaton, Illinois)Instructs and inspires. -- Kathleen B. Nielson (Director of Women's Initiatives, The Gospel Coalition)This is a dream book... Read and discover how to honour God with your resting hours. -- Krish Kandiah (Executive Director of Evangelical Alliance)I'd encourage you to read it and be refreshed. -- Nathan SmithRefreshing... A great little read which should make us turn to God and not just the pill box for a good night's sleep! -- Matthew SweetingSensitive and conversational... great practical advice. Read it! -- Anthony AdamsBeautifully written and biblically informed - this little volume makes... great bedtime reading. -- Richard Underwood

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Book SynopsisSome people want to look beautiful, wearing the best clothes, with gorgeous hair, and pretty jewellery. But is that what beauty is all about? Anna was devoted to God and longed to meet the promised Messiah. Leah realised that skin beauty was not as important as trusting in God for your salvation and Dorcas showed her true beauty by showing God's love to others. All these stories and others like them are in the Bible. These Bible beauties can teach us how to be women of God, people with an eternal beauty that is more than skin deep!Trade Review... a great resource to help girls understand the biblical standard of beauty. It's also a fun read!Each chapter begins with a fun multiple choice quiz, explains the life of the woman being highlighted, then moves into application. There is a section on Beauty Tips which covers a biblical concept relating to beauty and includes related Scripture verses to read. There is also a section on Godly Beauty, which helps girls apply the concept being covered. This begins with a verse, and includes an application and passages to look up. Think About Jesus shows the manner in which Christ displayed the type of beauty being examined. There are more verses to look up in this section.This would be a great read aloud for girls ages 5-8, and a good devotional or fun read for independent readers up until about age 11. -- Danika Cooley (Blogger, curriculum developer, mother and writer)

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Book SynopsisThe book is intended for busy teachers, chaplains or anyone who often reaches for a prayer or service, but finds themselves grabbing material from many different sources. The author has worked a Jesuit school for over 20 years, where school gatherings are common and are always prefaced with prayer. She has regularly searched for and written different prayers to suit moments in the school year, to suit a moment in time. Sometimes she had time to prepare and other times, she found herself running along corridors to pull something from her files or turning to the internet while the bell was ringing! She often wished she had a book under her arm that she could trust would always have something to suit. So she put her prayers together as a "go to" for people who lead prayer, who provide calm and stillness for others but may have felt frantic in ‘finding the right piece.’ She has also included a couple of poems from young people as an example of how they continue to inspire her. Trade Review‘...a godsend to school chaplains’ * Catholic South West *‘A resource such as this is so valuable and really is a must-have for busy teachers’. * The Furrow *‘A useful single source for all who are regularly or occasionally called to preside for a ceremony or event in school.’ * Intercom magazine *Table of ContentsIntroduction.......................................................................................9 SEPTEMBER Opening of the School Year....................................................11 Working Together...................................................................12 Blessings on All......................................................................13 Adaptation of Psalm 1............................................................14 Wellness Check as You Return to School................................15 OCTOBER Mission Month: Head, Heart and Hand.................................16 Mission Month: Make Friends with the Unlikely...................17 Mission Month: The Marginalised..........................................18 Mid-term Break......................................................................19 Giving Thanks........................................................................20 Be with Us Today, Lord..........................................................21 NOVEMBER A Farmer’s Reflection..............................................................22 In Thanks for the Harvest.......................................................23 Finding Comfort When There Is Loss.....................................24 For the Holy Souls..................................................................25 God Didn’t Make Death.........................................................26 DECEMBER Advent: A Time of Waiting.....................................................27 Advent Wreath.......................................................................28 Is Christmas for Holy People? Are You Holy?.........................29 Christmas Carols....................................................................30 Advent, the Pink Candle: for Joy............................................32 JANUARY A New Year: Begin Again........................................................33 Beatitudes for the Adolescent..................................................35 Catholic Schools Week: Hope................................................36 FEBRUARY St Brigid’s Day........................................................................37 A Month of Healing...............................................................38 Springtime Contemplation.....................................................39 Valentine’s Day.......................................................................40 Christian Unity......................................................................41 MARCH Seachtain na Gaeilge...............................................................42 Lent: Lenten Promises............................................................44 In Thanks for Food and Water................................................45 St Patrick’s Day.......................................................................46 APRIL Lenten Reflection...................................................................48 Holy Week with Prayers of the Faithful..................................49 On the Day of a Match..........................................................53 Slow to the Beat.....................................................................54 MAY Exam Preparations..................................................................55 Our Lady................................................................................57 Prayer in the Muslim Tradition...............................................58 In Thanks for the Experience of Transition Year......................59 The Examen...........................................................................60 JUNE God Has a Plan for You..........................................................62 JULY Past Pupils..............................................................................63 AUGUST An Adaptation of Pope Francis’s Message in Laudato Si’..........64 Prayers and Reflections For Any Time in the School Year Finding God in Nature...........................................................65 Board of Management............................................................66 When a Loved One is Sick.....................................................67 On Lighting a Candle.............................................................68 I Don't Want a Labrador........................................................69 Prayer of St Ignatius...................................................................70 A Special Introduction to the Examen........................................71

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Book Synopsis14-18 years old is a vital point in your life where you need help to study the Bible in a way that is challenging and mind stretching.By covering the life of Joseph through Bible passages in Genesis this series of studies answers the question, 'Does God really care when the going gets tough?' Young people are encouraged to keep trusting whatever happens, keep godly whatever happens and to praise God unashamedly. Seven Lessons include: God Chooses (Genesis 37:1-36); God Cares (Genesis 39:1-23); God Reveals (Genesis 41:14-43); God Plans (Genesis 42:1-38); God's People (Genesis 44:1-45:3); God Provides (Genesis 45:1-28); God Rules (Genesis 50:1-26). With the TnT Junction material you can be confident that you have material that is trustworthy, comprehensible and biblical. Each lesson plan, in addition to a lesson aim, contains study notes to enable the leader to understand the Bible passage. There is also a slot to encourage the young people to share experiences and learn from each other. Along with suggestions for prayer, praise and how to focus attention on the studies there are optional worksheets to help the young people engage with the passage. Additional advice and tips are given to youth leaders to help make running a youth Bible study memorable and effective, with the minimal of cringe!

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Book SynopsisBeing aged 14 to 18 year old is a vital point in your life where you need help to study the Bible in a way that is challenging and mind stretching.In book 4 of Junction you will be going through Bible passages in Genesis, Romans, Corinthians, and Ephesians. The group will discuss the Christian and world views of sex and relationships; what God's answer is to our sinful natures and how to flee from our evil desires. Six lessons include 'Male And Female, He Created Them' (Genesis 1-3); 'Exchanging God's Truth For Lies' (Romans 1:18-27); 'Flee From Sexual Immorality' (1 Corinthians 6:12-20); 'Live As Children Of Light' (Ephesians 5:1-14); 'What I Hate I Do' (Romans 7:7-8:2); Create In Me A Pure Heart' (Genesis 39:1-23).With the TnT Junction material you can be confident that you have material that is trustworthy, comprehensible and biblical. Each lesson plan, in addition to a lesson aim, contains study notes to enable the leader to understand the Bible passage. There is also a slot to encourage the young people to share experiences and learn from each other. Along with suggestions for prayer, praise and how to focus attention on the studies there are optional worksheets to help the young people engage with the passage. Additional advice and tips are given to youth leaders to help make running a youth Bible study memorable and effective, with the minimal of cringe!

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Book SynopsisOur Home is like a Little church was written to teach preschool children the Christian doctrine of the home as a place of worship where the father teaches his family God's commands and leads them to worship the one true God.The home is the front line of ministry to children-not the Sunday school or public church gathering. All the practices present in a Christian worship service-the Scriptures, prayer, and praise-should be present in the home as well. Our Home is Like a Little Church teaches this truth by repeatedly putting church and home side by side-on adjacent pages.God expects parents to teach their children when they sit down for meals, when they drive along the road, when they lie down for bed, and when they get up in the morning. These "pastoral" duties can be daunting so this book also serves as a reminder that these duties are done in light of God's grace shown to us through Jesus' work on the cross.Parents and children together can read this engaging little book in order to discover what God's plans are for worshipping Him inside their home. Trade ReviewOne of the most important features of a father's leadership in his home is his responsibility to train his children in the Scriptures and the Christian faith, and to nurture them in knowing and loving God. In this sense, fathers are pastors (i.e., shepherds) to their children, and they would do well to embrace this truth as their own. Our Home is like a Little Church helps both children and fathers see some of the beauty and richness of this relationship. How good it will be when an increasing number of Christian fathers own their roles as their family's pastors. May this little book be used by God to serve that end. -- Bruce Ware (Professor of Christian Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky & author of ‘Big Truths for Young Hearts’)Our Home is like a Little Church beautifully illustrates the Biblical role that each father is called to play in the lives of his children. The apostle Paul states in 1 Thessalonians 2 that he has dealt with the Thessalonian church the same way that a father deals with his children...."encouraging, comforting and urging [them], to live lives worthy of God." I pray that every father that reads this powerful little book will have the courage to lead his family to live life for the Glory of God and nothing less. I LOVE the book because it provides a beautiful picture of what it looks like for a father to be the spiritual leader in the home. It simplifies this profound truth in a way that can be easily understood by everyone in the family. -- Jason HouserThis is an excellent book and I have sought to get a copy into the hands of every family at our church. It is a story about fathers leading their families at home as the pastor leads the church. The great old concept of "every father the pastor of the church meeting in his house" is portrayed here in an engaging and compelling way. The left hand pages comment on what the pastor does at church. The right hand pages then comment on how the dad does a similar thing in leading his family at home. Reading this then will urge fathers forward and give them some built-in accountability as children will look to see that the things read about are actually done! The book is simply written in a nice rhyme with nice illustrations. This little book has the potential to accomplish much good. I encourage you to get a copy for yourself and then get copies for families you could give it to. -- Ray Van Neste

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Book SynopsisThis is not another book on what view to hold about the reality of Jesus' return but it is about how to live in the light of his imminent return. D. A. Carson accurately determines that the Christian church has always lived in what the bible terms 'the last days'...the period between his ascension to his Father in heaven and his return on the clouds of heaven. To live in the last days is not to hang on in quiet desperation but to boldly take the word of God and apply it to every situation knowing that it will meet every need just as it has throughout the two millennia since Jesus promised to return again. That is how to live in the last days!Trade Review"a very engaging, but brief, exposition of some very important verses about how we should live in what the Bible calls "the last days," i.e. the time before Jesus' return. Jesus is coming and we must be Bible-focused people who pass on the unadulterated message of God to those who come after us. This book is definitely worth the very short time it will take you to read." -- Adrian Warnock

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Book SynopsisDo you want your children to realise that the Bible is God’s relevant, exciting and dynamic guide? TnT are the brains behind the successful ‘On the Way’ Sunday School materials – now they bring you Message Unstoppable, a brilliant children’s club! Everything you need is here – just bring your Bible, commitment and creativity. Message Unstoppable has superb games, thoughtful activities and a thorough explanation of the gospel message. This is material that brings children to focus on fun, faith and God’s forgiveness.In this amazing race around the world, which begins in Jerusalem, you will see how a group of timid disciples are transformed into bold preachers of the gospel. Nothing can stop this wonderful message from moving to the ends of the earth as people from many different nationalities come to understand the amazing truth about King Jesus!The Bible teaching is backed up by Visual aids, Fun sheets and Games. Message Unstoppable does not shy away from teaching about the objective historical fact of Jesus’ death and resurrection. It also faithfully teaches about sin, judgement and God’s plan of salvation for all who will call out to Jesus and put their trust in him.

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Book SynopsisIf your youth group is in the 14-18 age bracket they are at a junction - a vital point in their lives where they need help to study the Bible in a way that is challenging and mind stretching.With the TnT Junction material you can be confident that you have material that is trustworthy, comprehensible and biblical. Each lesson plan, in addition to a lesson aim, contains study notes to enable the leader to understand the Bible passage. There is also a slot to encourage the young people to share experiences and learn from each other. Along with suggestions for prayer, praise and how to focus attention on the studies, there are optional worksheets to help the young people engage with the passage.Additional advice and tips are given to youth leaders to help make running a youth Bible study memorable and effective.By going through the Gospel of Matthew the group will be introduced to Jesus, God's promised king, discover what the Kingdom of God will be like and how we are to prepare for the reality of its coming.

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Book SynopsisIf your youth group is in the 14-18 age bracket they are at a junction - a vital point in their lives where they need help to study the Bible in a way that is challenging and mind stretching.With the TnT Junction material you can be confident that you have material that is trustworthy, comprehensible and biblical. Each lesson plan, in addition to a lesson aim, contains study notes to enable the leader to understand the Bible passage. There is also a slot to encourage the young people to share experiences and learn from each other. Along with suggestions for prayer, praise and how to focus attention on the studies, there are optional worksheets to help the young people engage with the passage.Additional advice and tips are given to youth leaders to help make running a youth Bible study memorable and effective.These studies have been written in response to requests from leaders and young people. Though the Bible does not mention our modern technologies and challenges, it still has much to say that can be applied to those situations. These studies focus on six Bible passages that challenge us to live for Jesus in different areas of our lives. They also highlight the importance of thinking through every aspect of our lives, especially where we encounter 'The Media'.

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Book SynopsisDo you want to encourage children to read the Bible? Do you want children to realise that the Bible is God’s relevant and exciting guide for them! This dynamic curriculum takes students through the Bible with a year–long workbook that meets the birth of Jesus at Christmas and the death of Christ at Easter. TnT Ministries have developed ‘On The Way’ especially to meet your needs, the needs of your church and most importantly the needs of the children you teach.Trade ReviewBiblical ignorance is a plague not only in the land but in the churches. This material will cure the problem by giving children firm foundations in scriptural knowledge from their earliest years. -- Dick Lucas (Formerly Rector of St Helen's Bishopsgate, London)

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Book Synopsis The Book: The Truth of God's Word is a simple summary of the truths of God's Word, and is compiled as a set of questions and answers to help children aged 7 to 9 learn not just the Bible stories but the truths behind them. The Truths of God's Word can be used at home, for catechism or Bible class, for home schooling, and in Christian schools. Teaching our children, however, is primarily our responsibility as parents. "Come, ye children, hearken unto me: I will teach you the fear of the LORD" Psalm. 34:11. "Those that seek me early shall find me" Proverbs. 8:17. "Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6Subjects included within the Catechism and Teacher's Manual are: Who Is God? Who Are We? Who Should We Be? How Can We Be What God Calls Us To Be? What the Triune God Does to Save Sinners; The Church and the Sacraments; Heaven and Hell; List of Bible Stories Used; Miracles Recorded in the Bible; Parables of Jesus; The Judges of Israel

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Book SynopsisLent in 50 Moments comprises meditations on fifty daily moments – ideas, objects, or happenings frozen in time – offered as signposts and guidance for our Lenten journey. The moments have been chosen by Liam Kelly, who has written a reflection for every day, and a question for prayerful response. He has also chosen a quotation to prompt further thought, and provides biblical references for each day’s readings at Mass in the Catholic Church. Each of the fifty moments has been skilfully illustrated by artist Ted Harrison. The book as a whole provides a unique, stimulating and visually memorable companion for faith and reflection during Lent and Eastertide.Trade Review'Lent in 50 Moments combines depth with a light touch. [There is] more than enough here for a Lenten feast.' -- David Wilbourne - Church Times

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Book SynopsisThese weekly lessons guide elementary students through the Book of Acts and the New Testament Letters, while also deepening the understanding of parents and teachers. Each lesson provides pithy, content-filled background information for the teacher and a scripted explanation of the biblical passage designed especially for children to grasp with ease. This fourth volume of the Telling God’s Story series completes the student’s introduction to the New Testament.

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