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Here is the story of Easter. It's the story of a man called Jesus. He was born in a stable in Bethlehem and died on a cross outside the walls of Jerusalem. Find out how his life and story continues today. Content Benefits: With beautiful illustrations and simple text, The First Easter is a simple introduction to the cross and resurrection for children to understand. Beautiful illustrations and age appropriate text engage and inspire children Simple introduction to the Easter story for children Great price point makes this ideal for Sunday School prizes or gifts Ideal for outreach activities Perfect alternative gift to an Easter egg Ideal for children aged 4 plus Binding - Paperback Pages - 24 Publisher - Authentic Media

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A vibrantly illustrated first Bible that little boys will love to carry around with them! With beautiful illustrations and a rhyme on every page, Bible Stories for Boys introduces favourite stories from the Bible for young children and adults to enjoy together. Content Benefits: Children will love reading, hearing and learning about the Bible with the rhyming descriptions of the stories and fun illustrations. The perfect introduction to some of the amazing stories from the Bible Ideal first picture Bible for young children Simple, rhyming text Bright and lively illustrations engage and entertain little ones The sturdy board book has a padded cover and a handle for extra gift appeal Perfect gift for a Christening, Baptism, Dedication, Baby Shower, New baby and more Affordable price point Blue cover design Suitable for church creches, mums and toddler groups Ideal for children aged 4 and under Binding - Board Book Pages - 22 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Can young David win against a giant? Read the story of David, the shepherd boy, who fights the mighty giant Goliath. The story of David and Goliath is delightfully retold in simple and easy-to-understand language for young children. With colourful, friendly artwork and lots of ideas included for participating in the stories, this book is sure to be loved by children and parents alike. Content Benefits: A lovely retelling of the story of David and Goliath for young children that will encourage parents and children to explore the story together. Charming and detailed illustrations provide opportunities for spotting things and aiding further discussion Simple introduction to David and Goliath for young children Next Steps Section provides questions to engage further with the story Part of the My First Bible Stories series, which combines simple retellings with fabulous illustrations Great price point makes this ideal for Sunday School prizes or gifts Binding - Paperback Suitable for children aged 4 -7 Pages - 24 Publisher - Authentic Media

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A delightful introduction to the story of Easter. Why is Easter a special time? Read the story of how Jesus died and what happened next. The story of Easter is delightfully retold in simple and easy-to-understand language for young children. With colourful, friendly artwork and lots of ideas included for participating in the stories, this book is sure to be loved by children and parents alike. Content Benefits: A lovely retelling of the story of Easter for young children that will encourage parents and children to explore the story together. Charming and detailed illustrations provide opportunities for spotting things and aiding further discussion Simple introduction to Easter for young children Next Steps Section provides questions to engage further with the story Part of the My First Bible Stories series, which combines simple retellings with fabulous illustrations Great price point makes this ideal for Sunday School prizes or gifts Ideal for outreach activities Perfect alternative gift to an Easter egg Suitable for children aged 4-7 Binding - Paperback Pages - 24 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Many of us want to see Jesus, to hear His voice. We want a tangible experience of God. As a Christian doctor and follower of Jesus, Ernest Crocker has been a witness to many interventions of God during his life. In The Man in White, he brings together an inspiring selection of testimonies from around the world of people who have seen God do extraordinary things in and through their lives. They include professionals, academics, a train robber, a surgeon facing decapitation for his faith, and those who have escaped the ravages of war. These powerful stories inspire and challenge us to see that God is real and delights in being involved in our lives today. Content Benefits: This collection of extraordinary stories of people from all walks of life who have experienced God's intervention in the most remarkable circumstances will inspire you to follow Jesus more deeply and encourage you to persevere through trials. Amazing stories of God intervening in miraculous ways in peoples' lives. Will help you see that God is involved in the world today. A perfect gift to encourage friends, family or loved ones facing challenges and hard times. Colour Photos - An 8 page colour insert features many of the people whose stories are told. Binding - Paperback Pages - 240 Publisher - Authentic Media

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In this 40-day devotional based on the bestselling book Digging for Diamonds, Cathy Madavan encourages us to discover more of the life-transforming treasures of our identity, strength, character and purpose that God has already placed within us. Each day includes a Bible reading, a devotional thought, questions for reflection and a prayer. Spend 40 days digging for diamonds and find the treasure hidden in the messiness of life. Content Benefits: This 40-day devotional guide will help you spend more time in the scriptures, gain a deeper understanding of your unique God-given identity and gifts, and encourage you to live a valuable, purposeful life. Provides a Bible reading, devotional scriptural reflection, questions and a prayer for each day. Perfect for quiet times. Provides a structured plan to study themes of identity and purpose. Explores the themes of the Digging for Diamonds book in more detail, but can be used as a stand-alone book. Will encourage you to see that you are precious to God. Written in an engaging and accessible style that is suitable for all to understand. The ideal size for carrying with you wherever you go. Ideal reading for Lent. A perfect gift for any occasion to inspire friends, family or loved ones to dig deeper into God's truths. Cathy Madavan is a regular speaker at events including New Wine and Spring Harvest. Binding - Paperback Pages - 96 Publisher - Authentic Media

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One man's amazing story of how God protected and provided for him in the midst of the Burundian civil war and brought him to a place of grace, forgiveness and restoration. Theodore Mbazumutima was forced to flee from his native Burundi when tensions between Hutus and Tutsis escalated. Theo's dangerous and incredible journey fleeing civil war is an amazing testimony of God's miraculous intervention, protection and guidance. Despite experiencing suffering first hand, God has brought Theo to such a place of forgiveness that he is now a peace-worker bringing reconciliation to the Burundian people. My Country Wept reminds us that when we submit to God's plan for our lives, he can rescue us from any circumstances and work in every situation. Content Benefits: Escaping murderous mobs in the Burundi civil war to Theo's return to his country to help his own people, this is a truly stunning account of the provision of God, and of grace and forgiveness. An eye opening account of the effect of the Burundian civil war on ordinary people Follows the desperate escape from civil unrest and refugee camps in Africa Inspirational testimony of Theo's faith and God's unfailing love even in the darkest situations Demonstrates how faith in God can sustain us throughout extraordinary trials Shows how God intervenes in our lives through the power of prayer Reveals the power of forgiveness Theo is now Director of Rema Ministries, a peace-building organisation committed to the rights of people in forced displacement situations, particularly refugees, the internally displaced and returnees Perfect for anyone who loves reading biographies Ideal reading for those who love to hear testimonies of God at work in the world Perfect gift idea for men, Father's Day Binding - Paperback Pages - 240 Publisher - Authentic Media

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How do you transition from a first generation movement under one founder leader to becoming a second generation movement with a multiple leadership? This question has now become a particular challenge for many fresh movements of churches, and it can prove to be a difficult and daunting one. David Devenish tells the story of how Newfrontiers tackled this issue, and how they successfully transitioned to next generation leadership through multiplication of leadership teams rather than appointing a successor, while still maintaining ministry accountability. Combining practical lessons with academic study, Devenish brings a wealth of experience, insight, and guidance that will prove invaluable to other movements embarking on a similar journey. Content Benefits: The issue of leadership succession has become a particular challenge for many fresh movements of churches which started as a result of the faith step of a particular founder, and who are now having to move to the next generation of leadership, whilst maintaining the same demonstration of missional and charismatic life. In this book you will learn practical lessons to transition from a first generation movement under one founder leader to becoming a second generation movement with a multiple leadership. Many new church movements are now approaching this challenge and this book provides help and advice on how to deal with this Transitioning leadership can be difficult and this book helps find a way through based on experience Provides practical lessons that can be used by other movements Draws on academic studies of movements within the Christian world Offers a robust theology for this emerging issue Applicable to all new church streams and movements, or churches pioneered by one founder Recounts the recent history of Newfrontiers Continues the story of Newfrontiers started in No Well-Worn Paths by Terry Virgo Ideal for any one looking at leadership in the church Author is a respected church leader with many years of experience in ministry and apostolic teams Binding - Paperback Pages - 208 Publisher - Authentic Media

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An honest look at the messiness of life when you are forced to live the life you didn't imagine. Reeling from the disappointment of a failed business venture, Lizzie Lowrie's life takes a nightmarish turn as she suffers miscarriage after miscarriage. Written from the messy middle of life, where there are no neat or cliched answers, Lizzie honestly shares her pain and the fight to find God in her suffering. Providing a safe space to remind people that they're not alone, it's okay to grieve and their story matters, this is for anyone who has lost their dream and is struggling to understand their purpose when life looks nothing like they hoped it would. Content Benefits: Covering many universal truths such as unanswered prayer, grief, disappointment, vulnerability and faith in crisis this book is for anyone who has lost their dream and is struggling to understand that their story still has meaning and purpose even when life looks nothing like they hoped it would. A story about pregnancy loss and childlessness that doesn't end with a baby It's told from the messy middle, allowing space for the tension between faith and loss to remain rather than trying to neaten it up with solutions and reasons Explores the pain of multiple miscarriages and infertility An honest look about the struggle to find God in suffering Real and honest look at disappointment, challenges, emotional pain and grief as well as finding the hope of a changed perspective that enables you to live with your own story Lizzie's story provides a safe space to remind people that they're not alone, it's okay to grieve and their story matters Looks at the idea that a woman's true identity is not defined by motherhood but by being a child of God Helpful for anyone experiencing miscarriage or baby loss Suitable for anyone wanting to comfort and understand their loved one's pain of miscarriage Helpful for anyone who longs to be a mother but is not, for whatever reason Ideal for anyone struggling with the loss of their dreams and trying to find their purpose in life again Binding - Paperback Pages - 320 Publisher - Authentic Media

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This hands on approach to favourite Bible Stories from the New Testament will engage and entertain pre-schoolers, while sharing the message of each story in an interactive way. This is a fun way to introduce young children to well- known Bible stories and encourage them to interact with the stories. Each story is simply told in a way young children can understand with colourful illustrations. There is a guided dot to dot drawing to complete and space for the child to draw their own pictures to help them remember the story. Four coloured chalks are included for wipe-clean colouring fun and ensure that the book can be re-used time and time again.

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Stories of changed lives from three more members of the famous powerlifting evangelism team from the east end of London. Since the publication of 'Tough Talk' back in 2000 the Tough Talk team have established themselves as one of the most well-known evangelistic teams in the UK today. Making over 250 appearances each year in churches, prisons and schools as well as numerous outdoor events, the team share their stories of salvation using powerlifting as a unique backdrop.

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Children aged 4 plus will love reading and colouring in the famous story about being kind to others in Colour with the Bible: The Good Samaritan.

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Explore God's world around you in this early learning activity book, with Scripture and prayers to read together. Find the perfect big sticker to complete each page, and then use your best pencils to finish the activities. With sweet card press-outs included to create a door hanger and a picture frame, there are hours of fun to be had! Content Benefits: This activity book packed with card press-outs, activities and stickers helps young children learn how God has made them and provided good things in their lives. • Includes colourful stickers • Press-out cards make a simple door hanger and a picture frame • Includes prayers and Bible verses that encourage kids to see God in their lives • Activities include colouring, counting games, and spot the difference • Great price point makes this ideal for Sunday School prizes or gifts • Ideal to help keep young children engaged and occupied • Suitable for ages 3 plus

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Dwell is a 365-day devotional thatenables you to reflect on a few verses of Scripture each week, go deeper intothe Bible and live out God's truth in your life.

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Discover what happens when David battles the great big giant, Goliath! This sweet book has simple rhyming text, touch and feel areas to explore, vibrant illustrations and a prayer to share. A carry-handle makes this book perfect for little ones to read on the go! Content Benefits: This sweet and tactile introduction to the story of David and Goliath will delight young children. • Vibrant illustrations engage interest • Fun touch and feel sections • Includes rhyming text and a final prayer • Carry handle so kids can read on the go • Ideal for Sunday School awards and creches • Perfect gift idea for any occasion including a Christening, Baptism, Dedication, New Baby • Ideal for children under 5 • Padded Board Book

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The fully anglicized text uses the accurate and accessible ERV (Easy-to-Read Version) translation. The contemporary language makes the ERV Holy Bible easy to get into, so that you can get a lot out of it! Many extra features are included to help you understand the Bible, including introductions to each Bible book, 164 studies that dig deeper into key passages, and 275 insight boxes that help explain the meaning of certain verses. The ERV Holy Bible is the perfect choice to help you get into the Bible for yourself and develop strong foundations in the faith. Content Benefits: The ERV Holy Bible is a contemporary and accessible translation that is bursting with extra features that will help you understand and live out God’s Word today. • Contemporary translation which is relevant and accurate • Simple to understand • Anglicized text, with UK spelling and grammar • Ideal for new Christians or anyone just starting out reading the Bible • Perfect for anyone wanting to dig deeper into the Bible • Introductory notes size up the setting and discover the Who, When and What of each Bible book • Introductions to both the Old and New Testaments help set the scene • 164 Bible Bit pages help you dig deeper and explore key passages • 275 Insight boxes enable you to probe passages and explore the meaning of verses • Easy to read type in two columns • Font size 8.5pt • A dictionary helps explains difficult or key words • How to read the Bible section helps readers get started • Maps of key periods • A list of Bible verses to help in various situations • Presentation page • Ribbon marker • Adapted from the Authentic Youth Bible

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The fully anglicized text uses the accurate and accessible ERV (Easy-to-Read Version) translation. The contemporary language makes the ERV Holy Bible easy to get into, so that you can get a lot out of it! Many extra features are included to help you understand the Bible, including introductions to each Bible book, 164 studies that dig deeper into key passages, and 275 insight boxes that help explain the meaning of certain verses. The ERV Holy Bible is the perfect choice to help you get into the Bible for yourself and develop strong foundations in the faith. Content Benefits: The ERV Holy Bible is a contemporary and accessible translation that is bursting with extra features that will help you understand and live out God’s Word today. • Contemporary translation which is relevant and accurate • Simple to understand • Anglicized text, with UK spelling and grammar • Ideal for new Christians or anyone just starting out reading the Bible • Perfect for anyone wanting to dig deeper into the Bible • Introductory notes size up the setting and discover the Who, When and What of each Bible book • Introductions to both the Old and New Testaments help set the scene • 164 Bible Bit pages help you dig deeper and explore key passages • 275 Insight boxes enable you to probe passages and explore the meaning of verses • Easy to read type in two columns • Font size 8.5pt • A dictionary helps explains difficult or key words • How to read the Bible section helps readers get started • Maps of key periods • A list of Bible verses to help in various situations • Presentation page • Ribbon marker • Adapted from the Authentic Youth Bible

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Who doesn’t love stickers? Sparkly Sticker Bible: Storybook introduces children to some of the most important stories of the Bible in a fun, interactive way. Children aged 4 to 7 will enjoy reading the Bible stories and completing the colourful scenes with glittering stickers. Get ready for hours of sparkly fun! Content Benefits: Children will love learning about key biblical stories as they have fun placing the stickers onto the illustrated scenes. • A fun and interactive way to learn about stories from the Bible • Large format sticker book • A short Bible story accompanies each illustrated scene • Bible references are included with every story • Each scene has multiple stickers to find and place • Glittering effects on every sticker make each scene sparkle • Perfect gift idea • Ideal resource for anyone working in a church or Sunday School setting • Suitable for Sunday School prizes • Perfect for parents of young children • Suitable for children 4 to 7 years

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A young man on the hippy trail finds more than he expected as he encounters God on his journey to find spiritual truth. Geoff Walvin’s life becomes filled with purpose as his new-found love for God leads him into difficult and dangerous places. Join Geoff on his travels and witness wonderful miracles and God’s amazing provision as people living in Nepal and India are touched by the gospel and turn to Christ. Beautifully written, uplifting and awe-inspiring, this is a story of what can happen when one person gives their life fully to Jesus Christ in total obedience and surrender. Content Benefits: This uplifting testimony of faith shows how Jesus can transform the world through one person’s actions and obedience and will challenge you to live closer to God. • Charts one man’s search for true spirituality • Vividly evokes the hippy trail of the 1960s • Includes adventures in Afghanistan, Amsterdam, India and Nepal • Records planting a church next door to the Temple of the Living Goddess in Kathmandu • Shows how a life was completely transformed by Jesus • An insight into how God is still at work in the world • Includes many instances of miracles and God’s provision • Ideal for anyone who is searching for a spirituality that satisfies their soul • Perfect for anyone who loves to hear stories of God at work • Suitable for readers who love testimonies and faith-inspiring stories • An inspirational gift idea for any occasion

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Taken from the bestselling ICB, The Gospel of Mark is a great introduction to the life of Jesus for children. The International Children's Bible is not an adult Bible especially packaged for children. It has specifically been translated directly from the Hebrew and Greek texts into English so that it can be read and understood by children between the ages of 6 and 12. This Gospel of Mark is taken from the bestselling International Children's Bible. It contains the full text of the gospel along with extra features such as a dictionary, and illustrations designed to help introduce children to the life of Jesus. The value price point makes this ideal for outreach activities and prize givings in Sunday Schools, churches and schools. With simpler language and extra notes and helps, the ICB: The Gospel of Mark is the perfect first stepping stone on from a picture Bible to a full text Bible. Value price point makes this ideal for prize givings, awards or outreach Enables children to engage with the Bible for themselves Ideal for children at Key Stage 2 Contemporary translation Anglicised text, with UK spelling and grammar easy to read type in two columns Short sentences and simple, modern vocabulary Simple footnotes explain names, customs and phrases Unfamiliar words and customs are explained in the dictionary with a guide to pronunciation Presentation page Map Page for personal notes Allows Sunday School leaders to teach the Bible in an accessible yet accurate way Binding - Paperback

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While leading a team on a week-long trek of the Himalayas, bestselling author and pastor David Platt was stunned by the human needs he encountered, an experience so dramatic that it "changed the trajectory of my life." Meeting a man who'd lost his eye from a simple infection and seeing the faces of girls stolen from their families and trafficked in the cities, along with other unforgettable encounters, opened his eyes to the people behind the statistics and compelled him to wrestle with his assumptions about faith. In Something Needs to Change, Platt invites readers to come along on both the adventure of the trek, as well as the adventure of seeking answers to tough questions like, "Where is God in the middle of suffering?" "What makes my religion any better than someone else's religion?" and "What do I believe about eternal suffering?" Platt has crafted an irresistible message about what it means to give your life for the gospel-to finally stop talking about faith and truly start living it

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A beautiful inspirational book for little ones to learn about what God's character. My ABC of God Loves Me is a fantastic new rhyming book to help young children understand the extent of God's love. Each page uses a different letter of the alphabet to describe an aspect of God's character, and in defining it shows how it affects children's lives. The delightful illustrations by Lara Ede show God's love for us in the world around us and will help children to relate to the words. The padded format makes it easy for little hands to hold and the handle means little ones can carry the book around for themselves!

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An interesting and often challenging look at some of the unnamed people in the Bible and their contemporary counterparts. In Finding Our Voice, powerful modern-day testimony intermingles with the often raw experiences of those we read about in the pages of the Bible - unnamed characters who have, in a sense, never had a 'voice' of their own. The Bible is full of stories of people facing surprisingly modern issues. Within its pages, people have wrestled with issues such as living with depression, losing a child, overcoming shame, surviving abuse, and searching for meaning. Yet these are not the stories of the well-known heroes of faith, but those of people whose names are not even recorded in the Bible. Jeannie Kendall brings these unnamed people to life, reimagining their story from the Biblical text in order to hear their voice today.The issues and experiences unpacked in these reflections are then mirrored by a relevant testimony from someone who has dealt with similar situations in today's world. Kendall then reflects on both these voices to give real insight into these issues. Finding our Voice portrays the human condition in painful reality, but as the author masterfully connects the past with the present day, the thread of hope runs through the book that whatever our circumstances, we are all 'known to God'. Finding our Voice draws the reader into the Bible in a thought-provoking and insightful way as we are challenged to re-view the stories from a very different perspective.

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William Porter combines a balanced and insightful look at end times events with a practical guide on how the certainty of Jesus' return should impact the way Christians live now. Talking about the end times can often seem confusing with so many different interpretations held by Christians. William Porter deftly examines the issues and events to provide a measured and biblical middle way through the subject. One thing is clear- Jesus is coming back as a conquering king. Porter believes that this might be much nearer than we think and asks the big question: How would we live our lives if we really believed that Jesus was coming soon? Porter invites us to be 'forerunners' preparing the world for Jesus' return by declaring to modern society that Jesus is coming again. Questions are included throughout the book to help think through how that practically impacts our lives and our evangelism. The Forerunner Cry enables readers to understand the biblical teachings on the end times, live a godly life, and be confident to pass on the message of the imminent return of Jesus.

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Using the metaphor of a seed, Jen Baker encourages us all to nurture the promises God sows into our lives, and equips us to stand firm as we learn to understand the different stages a promise undergoes towards fulfilment. God loves to sow promises in our hearts, but they very rarely come to fruition immediately. Often they can take many years to come to fruition and too often the storms of life can rob the hope we have and we can let go of these promises. But what if these dark times were all part of the journey to fulfilled promises - would that give us hope to persevere? Through personal experience Jen Baker has learned over the years that God works in seasons, and the more that we can understand our current season, the greater impact it can have on future victories. As Jen has seen, too many people over the years give up on a promise, or abort that promise, simply because they did not understand their season. So, using a seed as a metaphor for the journey, Jen shares six key stages a promise undergoes toward fulfilled purpose. Each stage of the journey is detailed, including what to expect and how we could respond. The book weaves together biblical reflections on how Jesus' life fits this pattern, and her own personal successes and failures so that readers are inspired to view their lives through the lens of promise. With questions for readers to reflect on further, this book is a gently challenging look at how we can all live fully in the calling God has uniquely designed for each of us.

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Can You Find Me in the Bible? is a fun seek and find book featuring 12 Bible scenes with a twist find the objects and the misplaced people!

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Deep in the tea rich, dirt poor hills north of Nairobi, Kenya, the sun rises and sets and a miracle gently unfolds. Every day, Sister Lucy gets her good-at-thinking head to work and together with a bigger than usual helping of hope, turns dreams into reality for her great big family. Discover what even a small amount of faith can do! Content Benefits: As children go on an amazing journey of discovery in Kenya with Sister Lucy, they will see love in action and be inspired by what can happen with just a small amount of faith. - Based on the true story of the Hope Community Centre in Kenya - Beautifully illustrated - Shows how God answers prayers - Demonstrates that God can fulfil dreams - Helps children see the needs of others in the world in an age-appropriate way - Ideal for children aged 4 plus - Picture book format

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The decisive moments in life are those pivot points when we're called on to push past our fears and act with strength. With How We Learn to Be Brave, Bishop Mariann Budde teaches us to respond with clarity and grace even in the toughest times. Being brave is not a singular occurrence; it's a journey that we can choose to undertake every day. Bishop Budde explores the full range of decisive moments, from the most visible and dramatic (the decision to go), to the internal and personal (the decision to stay), to brave choices made with an eye toward the future (the decision to start), those born of suffering (the decision to accept that which we did not choose), and those that come unexpectedly (the decision to step up to the plate). Drawing on examples ranging from Harry Potter to the Gospel According to Luke, she seamlessly weaves together personal experiences with stories from Scripture, history, and pop culture to underscore both the universality of these moments and the particular call each one of us must heed when they arrive. How We Learn to Be Brave will provide much-needed fortitude and insight to anyone searching for answers in uncertain times.

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The fully anglicized text uses the accurate and accessible ERV (Easy-to-Read Version) translation. The contemporary language makes this gospel easy to get into, so that you can get a lot out of it! Many extra features are included in this gospel edition to help you easily understand it, including advice on how to read the Bible, an introduction to the book of Matthew, studies that dig deeper into key passages, and insight boxes that help explain the meaning of certain verses. This Gospel of Matthew is the perfect introduction to the life of Jesus and will help you to start reading the Bible for yourself. Content Benefits: The ERV Holy Bible Gospel of Matthew is a contemporary and accessible translation that is bursting with extra features that will help you understand and live out God's Word today. * A full text gospel with extra notes and features * Contemporary translation which is relevant and accurate * Simple to understand * Anglicized text, with UK spelling and grammar * Ideal for new Christians or anyone just starting out reading the Bible * Perfect for anyone wanting to dig deeper into the Bible * Suitable for anyone wanting to explore who Jesus is * Introductory notes size up the setting and discover the Who, When and What of Matthew's gospel * Bible Bit pages help you dig deeper and explore key passages * Insight boxes enable you to probe passages and explore the meaning of verses * Easy to read type in two columns * Suitable for use as an outreach resource for churches

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A beautiful gift edition of the Bible for young children, ideal for special occasions. This is a beautiful picture Bible combining favourite Bible stories and prayers . With a luxurious white padded cover, this is a stunning larger format gift Bible finished with silver foil stamping on the cover, complete with silver edged pages and a ribbon marker. Inside the Bible there are also beautifully illustrated pages with space to record the landmark details about baby's first year, making this a special keepsake to treasure for ever. This beautiful gift Bible makes a perfect gift idea for a new baby, and a great choice for a Christening, Baptism or Dedication gift.

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Michele Guiness and her husband always believed they would live in France one day - but were amazed when a series of minor miracles made it possible to buy a house in the Limousin. In this frank and funny account of their ups and downs, based on Michele's diary of her husband's three-month sabbatical, we meet a host of extraordinary characters as she pursues the truth behind some of the hamlet's tortuous relationships, and meets the beleaguered French church. Setting up a new home, living in a different culture, and adapting to rural life was more stressful than she could have imagined. So was the local feuding, the potentially expensive legal wrangling, the moral dilemmas about owning land with their more furry neighbours. "A Year in Provence meets Finding Sanctuary. Fabulous insights into creating a new life and church - without being preachy. Excelllent story-telling. You can almost smell the hot croissants, fresh baguettes, wonderful cheeses and good red wine - as well as feel the pain of a struggling Christian community and laugh and cry at the DIY attempts. Classic page-turning Guinness!" - Cindy Kent, Premier Radio "Michele has produced a book in her usual style - bright, intelligent and always entertaining. A great read." - Adrian Plass

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Do you want to be known as someone who builds others up? Jo-Anne Berthelsen reminds us that the words we speak to each other have real impact. Words can bring love and acceptance, but they can also hurt and destroy. Swansong encourages us to make our interactions with others as positive as we can by drawing on God’s strength. Combining her own experiences with biblical teaching, Jo-Anne shares how twelve words including empathy, affirmation and forgiveness can be used to build up the people we speak to. By being more intentional about the way we speak on a daily basis, we can create our own unique legacy of life-giving words that reveals God’s heart to those around us. Swansong will help you: • Learn to think carefully about the words you use • Lay down a positive legacy of life-giving words in others • Deepen your personal reflection through the questions at the end of each chapter • Understand how you can share life-giving words with others • Learn how to be more intentional in your relationships with others • See how God’s words have shaped your life • Live a more fulfilled and dynamic Christian experience Swansong is an ideal discipleship resources for anyone wanting to live more like Christ.

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In Say Goodbye to Anxiety, Elle Limebear and Jane Kirby help you find real, lasting freedom from anxiety. If you are one of the 301 million people that live with anxiety every day then this book is for you. Elle and Jane have both been in your shoes. They understand the impacts of living with anxiety and they know that there is a way forward and a better future. As they honestly share their stories, supporting and cheering us on with God-given practical tools and strategies to overcome anxiety. Be encouraged, through these 40 devotional thoughts and journaling reflections, to take daily steps with God’s help to move past anxiety and live life to the full. How will Saying Goodbye to Anxiety help me? This 40-day devotional journal will provide practical tools to help you drive worry, fear and anxiety out of your life, and replace these negative emotions with truth and confidence. • 40 days of Bible readings, reflections, prayers, songs and journaling questions are also ideal for small groups or lent study groups. • Has journal spacing to record your thoughts • Provides both practical and spiritual tools to overcome anxiety • Helps you Say goodbye to Anxiety and say hello to joy • Helps you discover the hope and peace that Jesus can bring • Encourages you to speak out biblical truths over your life • Helps you develop your true potential by breaking free from the chains of worry and fear Saying Goodbye to Anxiety has been written by authors have personal experience with anxiety and provides the ideal resource or gift for anyone working to break free from anxious thoughts for good.

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Hope is fundamental for human wellbeing but it is in short supply in our world. We can quickly be robbed of hope by illness, personal tragedy or by the sheer oppressive nature of news headlines. Drawing on his own personal experiences, including the tragedy of losing his daughter and his own battle with cancer, Goff shares how holding on to the Christian hope of an eternal future transformed the darkest moments of his life. Interweaving personal testimony of the goodness of God with biblical teaching on heaven, Goff encourages us to see that when tough times come, and we are tempted to doubt or ask the big questions, such as Why, Lord?, we can have hope if we keep our eyes on Jesus and have a heavenly perspective on life. Content Benefits: Through personal testimony and biblical teaching, Hope Wins will enable you to take a fresh look at your eternal destiny and show you how this hope can transform the darkest moments of your life. • Rediscover the Christian idea of heaven • Provides biblical teaching on heaven and the Christian hope of an eternal future • Honest portrayal of bereavement and a prostate cancer diagnosis that will help those in similar situations • Will help you find hope in the hard places of illness, suffering and bereavement • Discover hope in an uncertain world • Draw comfort from the joy of knowing that one day suffering will end as we see Christ face to face and enjoy continual relationship with him • Learn to have a different perspective as you live your life today with heaven in view • Provides reassurance for the anxious or those overwhelmed by circumstances • Will help you live a more dynamic life as you rediscover the power of the gospel

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Leanne’s life was comfortable and fulfilled. Her faith was steady, nurtured from childhood. But then she was faced with the diagnosis every woman dreads. Leanne’s battle with breast cancer forced her to face some of her greatest fears and tested her faith in a way she had never experienced before. Treatment changed her appearance and stripped her of her identity as a woman, and her life was changed. With deep honesty, Leanne shares how she dealt with this new reality and reveals the lessons she learned about God’s incredible faithfulness and the strength that he gives us when we need it most.

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Nepali women are among the most dispossessed and downtrodden in the world. Thanks to traditional customs and religious rituals, many face ordeals unimaginable to those living in the developed world. Anna Townsend invites you to meet twelve women and discover their astounding stories. Among them is Kopisha, whose infant daughter died due to the neglect of her own family, Suki, the mother of a human trafficking victim, and Maria, forced to marry her rapist. Poignant, shocking, but ultimately inspirational, you will be encouraged to see how God is at work in these women, changing their lives and giving them a more hopeful future. Content Benefits: These poignant stories will open your eyes to the plight of women in Nepal, but also encourage you to see that God is moving around the world and that his church is growing. • Includes 12 personal stories of Nepali women, interviewed by Anna • Offers an understanding of the cultural context of these stories • Includes anecdotes of Anna’s own experience of living in Kathmandu • Will help you see what life is like for women living in Nepal • Has the power to change hearts and minds towards the injustices still facing women in the world today • Vividly evokes the sights and sounds of modern-day Kathmandu • An insight into how God is still at work in the world • Perfect for anyone who loves to hear stories of God at work • Suitable for readers who love testimonies and faith-inspiring stories • An inspirational gift idea for any occasion

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Too often we hide our true selves from the world behind masks we have carefully constructed, but this is not how God created us to be . Through her own personal story Claire Musters shows how it is possible to take off these masks and live a freer and more authentic life. Church can be the best but also the worst of places. Our faith needs community to survive but why do so many of us wear masks as soon as we step inside a church meeting of any type, hoping to show that we have everything 'together'? What creates a culture that makes us think we are supposed to behave in a certain way? Surely church should be a place of acceptance, love and freedom? So why do so many of us feel like we can't truly be ourselves? Claire Musters has been grappling with these questions ever since a painful and humbling situation forced her to remove her own mask. Taking off the Mask charts her own personal experience and provides lessons and pointers on how we too can find a more authentic way to live. Chapters include points for reflection to really help deal with issues that are raised in this sensitive, honest and ultimately hope filled book.

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Ten inspiring stories of faith and mission from Asia and the Arab World from the mission agency Interserve. In The Plum in the Desert Naomi Reed tells stories of difficult situations in the mission field; some of victory, some which left the mission workers feeling they had failed. But despite the difficulties and perceived failures, each story speaks of the goodness of God and what it means to persevere and trust in him, even when it seems too hard. These stories give us a new perspective on those perceived failures and remind us that "in all things God works for the good of those who love him". Commendations for The Plum in the Desert: "I smiled, I cried, and I marveled, but most of all I found myself moved to thanksgiving to the Lord as I read through these absorbing stories." Rose Dowsett - mission writer, researcher and former Chair of the Interserve International Council. "These stories of Interserve workers illustrate vividly the flexible and innovative approaches to mission in our day. Gripping, challenging and informative." Martin Goldsmith, author and mission lecturer, All Nations Christian College

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Follow the star to discover the story of the first Christmas. Spread the light of Christmas by sharing this sweet retelling of the Nativity. Perfect for children and adults to read together at story time, with simple rhymes that will encourage everyone to join in. Content Benefits: Join Mary and Joseph on their journey to Bethlehem and find out who else followed the star to reach baby Jesus. Simple introduction to the Christmas story for young children Bright illustrations and engaging text make this an exciting read for young readers Rhyming text helps children remember the story Great price point makes this ideal for Sunday School prizes or gifts Perfect stocking filler gift Binding - Paperback Pages - 32 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Be as amazing as God made you! God's amazing creatures remind us of just how special we are. Touch and feel his incredible creations in this sweet book, perfect to read together. Content Benefits: Children will enjoy reading the funny rhymes and looking at the bright and amusing illustrations that introduce each creature that God has made. This is a tactile touch and feel book with an empowering message that helps young children learn about how special they are! This fun book is a great introduction to God's creation Touch and feel sections in different colours and textures feature throughout the book, making this exciting for little hands to explore The amusing and enchanting rhyming text will engage both young readers and adults Each spread features a bright and amusing illustration that will entertain young children A Bible verse is included on each double page spread An innovative way to introduce children to the idea that they are special to God A great and unusual gift idea for young children Perfect present idea Suitable for 0 years plus Binding - Board Book Pages - 12 Publisher - Authentic Media

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An unexpected calling. An adventure of faith. God's evident faithfulness every step of the way. A surprising conversation led Jon Cox and his wife Tessa, youth workers in Central London, to purchase a farm in Oxfordshire and set up an adventure activities ministry. Jon shares how God has faithfully enabled him, from an initial calling and through many answered prayers, to create Adventure Plus; a charity that, thirty years on, has offered over 75,000 young people character-building adventures and education in a positive Christian environment. Content Benefits: Life to the Max tells of God's faithfulness through an inspiring adventure of faith which is impacting the lives of many, and it will inspire you to embrace the adventure of your life, wherever your passions and talents lie. Jon Cox shares how his vision to set up an outdoor activity charity became a reality Shows how young people have been impacted through adventure activities Learn that we are never too young, or too old, to live life to the max See how God always delivers what he promises, and that prayers can be answered in amazing ways Will encourage anyone in, or wanting to get involved in, youth work Will inspire anyone who feels that they have a calling from God to step out in faith Ideal for anyone who loves to see God at work Colour photo insert included Publisher - Authentic Media

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A thirty day devotional look at 'Elijah's diary' with thought provoking points, prayers and questions to help explore this much-loved story in a new way. What must it have been like to be the Old Testament prophet Elijah, from his experiences with the prophets of Baal, to running from Jezebel, and meeting with God? Emily Owen explores these questions through Elijah's 'diary', sharing in his trials, his excitements, his challenges, fears and joys. Each chapter begins with a 'diary extract' from Elijah's life, which is then beautifully unpacked with a meditation to encourage you to reflect on how that applies today. Each meditation is encouraging yet challenging, and helpful for personal growth. Join Elijah on a devotional journey to see the biblical story from a fresh perspective. Content Benefits: This thirty day devotional look at 'Elijah's diary' with thought provoking points, prayers and questions, will help you explore this much-loved story in a new way. Looks at the biblical story of Elijah with fresh eyes and a new perspective Allows readers to immerse themselves in the Bible through the eyes of a biblical character A diary style entry from Elijah introduces the theme for each biblical meditation Encourages us to see how God works through his people Weaves together biblical teaching, reflections and prayers A daily reading resource over one month Perfect for quiet times Ideal for anyone who wants a fresh approach to devotional reading Perfect for anyone who wants to dig deeper into the Bible Binding - Paperback Pages - 166 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Do you want to fall more in love with Jesus? The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Jesus. The awesome power of this 'Christing' is to get the life-giving, oppression-busting, freedom-bringing life of Jesus into the whole world, starting right where we live. Take a gallop through the scriptures with Paul White and discover the different images used to describe the Holy Spirit. In a fresh and conversational style, peppered with personal stories and the author's own illustrations, you will see how the same dynamic power of God seen throughout the Bible is still available to us today. Be encouraged to live in a deep, passionate relationship with Jesus. Get ready to release the 'Christing'! Content Benefits: The Christing will help you understand the Bible in a deeper way, fall more in love with Jesus and encourage you to live in the power of the Holy Spirit. Will help you understand the richness of Bible imagery and stories Looks at familiar Bible stories with fresh eyes and a new perspective Encourages us to see how God works with us to fulfil his mission Reveals who the Holy Spirit is in accessible and non-jargon language Weaves together Biblical teaching, personal stories and life application Highlights the relevance of the Bible to our lives today Ideal for anyone who wants to deepen their relationship with God Perfect for anyone who wants to dig deeper into the Bible Includes line drawings throughout Binding - Paperback Pages - 304 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Discover the exciting story of J. Hudson Taylor and his mission to China. Driven by a deep concern for those without Jesus, and having an unshakeable confidence in the faithfulness of God, James Hudson Taylor sailed to China aged just 21. By the time he died aged 73, he had travelled to China 11 times, more than 18,000 Chinese Christians had been baptized, and the mission he founded was the largest in China. Recognized as one of the great 19th century missionaries, this classic biography is a true account of God's grace and what he can do with a life consecrated to him. Discover the exciting story of James Hudson Taylor and be inspired by one man's life in Christ. Content Benefits: Uncover the extraordinary story of J.Hudson Taylor, one of the great heroes of the faith, and be inspired by how God can use people who are willing to serve him wholeheartedly. Inspiring story of a man of faith who trusted God Highlights the power of prayer and obedience Riveting account of a missionary's life in China Part of the new Classic Authentic Lives Series An inspiring and fascinating look at one of the heroes of the faith Ideal reading for those who have read Mountain Rain, the biography of James O. Fraser Perfect book to encourage someone in their faith Ideal reading for anyone who loves to see God at work in the world Great gift idea for any occasion Binding - Paperback Pages - 384 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Each of us has a soul story to tell - the unique story of how we experience God throughout our lives. Kate Nicholas expertly takes you on a journey through the various stages of your life, helping you to see your soul's story as an adventure full of meaning and purpose, connecting your tale with the great sweeping arc of God's eternal narrative. As you identify the main themes of your life that connect past and present, you will be able to understand your life as a coherent whole. At the end of this reflective and practical process, you will have the tools to step out and tell your own story with confidence. Point others to Jesus as you are empowered to share the good things God has done for you. Content Benefits: Soul's Scribe helps you to make sense of your life story and gives you the confidence to effectively share your testimony with others. Encourages you to look back over your life and see where God has been at work, guiding your paths, and working out his plans Each chapter provides food thought about God's narrative, how it relates to you and how you experience God in the world at different stages of your life Helps you identify the main themes of your life that connect past and present to help you to understand your life as a coherent whole Provides you with the tools to step out and tell your own story with confidence Enables you to see your own life as an adventure, full of purpose and meaning Draws on scripture and developmental psychology Implements methods used by professional communicators Ideal for anyone who wants to see the bigger picture of their journey with God Perfect for anyone who wants to tell their story more effectively to others Binding - Paperback Pages - 256 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Where do I belong? Since our earliest days, humans have sat around tribal fires and told stories about where we came from, where we are going, and how we belong. We want to have the answers to those big questions of life and share them with others. This desire is deeply built into us and the glow of that tribal fire is still enticing. We long to find our tribe and to fit in with others like us. So, even when we scratch the itch of tribalism, why do we burn for something else? By looking at creation, families, church, and the hope of heaven, Andy Percey shows us that we were never made to just fit in; God created us to belong to him and each other in the truest and deepest way possible. If you are asking these questions around the fire, this book is your invitation into relationship, partnership, companionship and belonging. Content Benefits: What does it mean for us to be a people who are made to belong, rather than simply fit in? This book brings insight and pastoral guidance to help you answer this question and help create new connections with each other and God. Looks at the growing trend in society to find your tribe Gets to the heart of the rising tide of loneliness and social exclusion felt today Examines why tribalism does not satisfy our deepest longing to belong Provides a framework to belong, based on the idea that God created us to be in relationship with Him Perfect for anyone who is searching to belong or to find true connection with God and others Ideal for pastors, leaders and pastoral teams, and anyone who is wanting to stem the tide of loneliness in their community Readers will learn how to connect with God, with each other, and create spaces and churches that welcome others Critiques the idea of tribalism from a Christian perspective Binding - Paperback Pages - 176 Publisher - Authentic Media

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An accessible introduction to the Christian faith which helps readers to grow in their relationship with God. How do I live out my Christian faith? A-Z of Discipleship is an accessible introduction to the understanding and practice of the Christian faith. It presents twenty-six aspects of discipleship to help you grow in your relationship with God, connect with church and live as a follower of Christ in contemporary culture. Each topic has: a few pages of introduction and insight an action section for reflection and application a prayer to help put the action point into practice extensive references to allow further study Content Benefits: A-Z of Discipleship is an accessible look through 26 aspects of the Christian life that will help people to grow closer in their walk with God. 26 aspects of discipleship are explored Topics include the Bible, church, the Holy Spirit, prayer and worship Simple enough for anyone new to the faith to understand but has enough depth to help and refresh all believers desiring to deepen their Christian life Extensive references are included at the end of the book if the reader wants to study any subject in more detail Each chapter has teaching around the topic, an action section for reflecting and thinking deeper, and a prayer prompt to put the lessons learnt into practice Enables a deeper understanding of different ways to live out your faith Nurtures a worshipful life and closer relationship with God Ideal resource to help new Christians gain a solid foundation in their faith Helps anyone who struggles with the spiritual disciplines and is looking for guidance or help Action sections help put theory into practice Perfect for new Christians Ideal for discipleship courses Ideal for anyone wanting to deepen their Christian life Suitable for confirmation or baptism gifts Perfect for taking the next steps after completing an Alpha course Binding - Paperback Pages - 192 Publisher - Authentic Media

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