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The award-winning follow up to the bestselling My Seventh Monsoon. 'The Himalayan view from our back porch was normally breathtaking but that day I sat there and wondered. Ten years of civil war, a deteriorating health system, an economic crisis and a political stalemate. It was a background of hopelessness for the lives of our Nepali friends and the community that we lived in. In such a setting of pain and darkness, how could God reveal his nature? And how could he call me by name? I wasn't sure. I didn't think it was possible.' From within the uncertainty of Nepal's civil war, Naomi Reed continues the story of her family's desire to train Nepali physiotherapists and share God's love in word and action. Her honesty and genuine longing to see God's purposes and sovereignty make this unforgettable reading.

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In 1956, five young American men were martyred by Auca Indians in the jungles of Eucador as they attempted to reach them with the gospel. The widow of one of those men, here records the remarkable story of their courage and devotion to Christ.

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Son of Hamas is now available with an all-new chapter about events since the books release such as the revelation of Mosabs Israeli intelligence handlers true identity, and Homeland Securitys effort to deport the author.Since he was a small boy, Mosab Hassan Yousef has had an inside view of the deadly terrorist group Hamas. The oldest son of Sheikh Hassan Yousef, a founding member of Hamas and its most popular leader, young Mosab assisted his father for years in his political activities while being groomed to assume his legacy, politics, status ... and power. But everything changed when Mosab turned away from terror and violence, and embraced instead the teachings of another famous Middle East leader.In Son of Hamas, Mosab reveals new information about the worlds most dangerous terrorist organization and unveils the truth about his own role, his agonizing separation from family and homeland, the dangerous decision to make his newfound faith public, and his belief that the Christian mandate to love your enemies is the only way to peace in the Middle East.

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Adrian Plass gently and humorously challenges the Churchman or woman in us all as we treat the church as if it should be made in our own image. Have you ever wondered how and why the body of Christ is constantly tripping over itself to derail its mission and ward off the world? Or have you ever marvelled at how those less spiritual than yourself can be in positions of leadership? Have you ever had the niggling sense that some other force was at work in that committee meeting? You are not alone. All is revealed in this annual report from Churchmanship Headquarters in Great Malvern, the training ground for all who would carry on the noble tradition of thwarting the work of the gospel among us.

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In a fresh and readable style, Vaughan Roberts, issues a challenging call to Christians to live out their faith. We should be different from the world around us.Targeting difficult but crucial areas such as our attitude to money and possessions, sexuality, contentment, relativism and service, this teaching is holiness in the tradition of J.C Ryle for the contemporary generation. Roberts helps us to consider how we are to respond biblically to the temptations and pitfalls surrounding us--giving what we cannot keep to gain what we cannot lose.

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Having been diagnosed with advanced breast cancer, God promised Kate that she ‘will not die, but live and declare the works of the Lord.’ She survived against all the odds, and dedicates her life to His mission. You can read more about her first journey in her first memoir Sea Changed. But seven years later, the cancer returned with a vengeance. Desperately ill, Kate sank beneath the waves of consciousness to the ocean floor where she experienced a mystical encounter with God that transcended imagination or words. Despite being grateful to be alive, Kate found that she missed that profound connection with God. She sought to understand and recapture that experience, and in doing so discovered a contemplative practice that offered her a deeper way into the presence of God. In To The Ocean Floor Kate’s shares her inspirational story and shows how we too can experience a profound and deep connection with God. To The Ocean Floor will help you: • Recognise that the world is a more mysterious place than you could ever imagine, and that God permeates every aspect of your being and reality. • Find an honest account of dealing with cancer and treatment • See the hope and comfort that faith can bring in adversity • Experience a personal exploration of Christian meditative traditions • Vividly experience the joys and challenges of meditation • To capture a profound experience of God that goes beyond words • Find a list of resources for prayer and Christian meditation • To experience a deeper connection with God To The Ocean Floor is a deeply helpful for anyone suffering from cancer and makes a thoughtful gift for their loved ones. It can be read alone or a sequel to Kate’s first book Sea Changed.

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The powerful autobiography of a gambler, drug addict and dealer who turned to God and found the freedom and hope to rebuild his life. Rod Williams grew up in a loving family, with a policeman for a father. Yet his story shows that addiction is no respecter of persons and can strike at the heart of any family with devastating effects. Rod's drug addiction began at college and quickly moved from cannabis to Ecstasy and eventually heroin and crack cocaine. He soon became heavily involved in dealing drugs and gambling in order to finance his drugs habit. Although he was pursuing a lifestyle that promised money, pleasure, power and popularity, it eventually left him feeling broken and lost. Following an attempt to import class A drugs onto the island of Guernsey, Rod finally ended up in prison. At rock bottom and in desperation, he turned to God in his prison cell and began his journey to freedom from his addictions. In this gripping account, Rod relates how he found 'the real deal' which rescued him from his destructive lifestyle to begin a journey of fulfilment and freedom. He is now determined to help others find the same release. The Real Deal also includes moving accounts of the effects of Rod's choices from his police officer father, prison officer sister, and his fellow addicts.

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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 Gorgeous two-way sequined star on the front cover Bright illustrations and engaging text make this an exciting read for young readers Rhyming text helps children remember the story Ideal for Sunday School prizes or gifts Perfect stocking filler gift Not suitable for children under 3 years Binding - Paperback Pages - 32 Publisher - Authentic Media

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A sweet and tactile introduction to the story of Jonah and the Whale. Join Jonah on an important journey as he is thrown off a boat and swallowed by a big fish! 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 Jonah and the Whale 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 Binding - Padded Board Book Pages - 12 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Talk to preschoolers about God with this first devotional. Explore 20 key themes from praying, sharing, helping and forgiving to feeling excited, angry or worried. Each theme has simple questions, sweet prayers and suggested scripture to read together. Content Benefits: Jesus and Me will help children feel closer to God and understand that the Bible is relevant to them at all stages of their lives. A first devotional designed to help adults talk to preschoolers about God Vibrant illustrations engage interest Includes a devotional thought, Bible verse, a prayer and questions for each theme Encourages children to pray to God about anything Shows that God is interested in all parts of our lives Ideal for Sunday Schools awards and creches Perfect gift idea for any occasion including a Christening, Baptism, Dedication, New Baby Ideal for children under 5 Binding - Board Book Pages - 44 Publisher - Authentic Media

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A vibrantly illustrated first book of prayers that little girls will love to carry around with them! With beautiful illustrations and a rhyme on every page, Prayers for Girls makes prayer easy and accessible to young children. This charming book encourages children to talk to God and share their lives with him. Content Benefits: Children will love learning to pray with the rhyming text and engaging illustrations in this beautiful book. The perfect introduction to a child's first prayers Ideal first picture prayer book 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 Pink 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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A delightful introduction to the story of Moses. Who will save baby Moses? Read the story of Moses, the baby who must stay hidden from soldiers in the bulrushes. The story of Moses 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 Moses 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 Moses 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 Suitable for children aged 4-7 Binding - Paperback Pages - 24 Publisher - Authentic Media

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From giant elephants to tiny mice, God made all these creatures the way they are! Touch and feel the opposite animals in this fun twist on All Things Bright and Beautiful. 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 about animals that young children will love! This hilarious touch-and-feel book is a light-hearted introduction to some of God's creations Innovative and fun silicone 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 A great and unusual gift idea for young children Perfect present for a Christening, Dedication or Baptism Suitable for 0 year plus Binding - Board Book Pages - 12 Publisher - Authentic Media

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When Danny's grandad dies, Danny is sad - and full of questions. 'Where is Grandad? What is he doing? Will I see him again?' Gran is sad too. But Gran wants to help Danny. It will take a little time, but with Grandad's old shoe laces, his favourite jumper and an old cloth cap, Gran sews a beautiful picture that gives Danny a fresh understanding of Grandad's new life. A gentle and insightful tool for any grown-up explaining the 'forever-after' to a child. Content Benefits: This beautifully illustrated story will help explain death and loss to a child in a gentle way that they can understand. A picture storybook that helps children understand bereavement in a sensitive way Beautifully illustrated throughout Helps answer specific questions children have when a loved one dies Helps children understand the hope of heaven Ideal for anyone looking to explain death to children Ideal resource for anyone working in a pastoral setting Suitable for ages 4-7 Binding - Paperback Pages - 32 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Explore the Nativity story as you meet the characters and have fun touching the soft felt on every page. Join well-known friends from the Bible as you follow along with the Christmas Nativity story. Each page has felt edges and diecuts that reveal the felt beneath the page, creating soft areas for children to touch and explore. The sweet rhyme introduces the Nativity story and Jesus' birth, with bright illustrations to bring the book to life. The pages are shaped, creating a fun and sturdy board book that is ideal for little hands to hold! Content Benefits: Very young children will love meeting the characters in the Christmas story as they journey through this tactile and sweet rhyming book. A simple introduction to the Christmas story for very young children Shaped board pages with felt areas to touch and feel Bright, modern and vibrant illustrations Sweet rhyming text Great price point makes this ideal for Sunday School prizes or gifts Ideal Christmas present for young children Perfect stocking filler gift Suitable for creches/ toddler groups Suitable for ages 0 plus Binding - Board Book Pages - 10 Publisher - Authentic Media

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A thirty day devotional look at 'Esther'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 Esther, transformed from an orphaned Jew in exile to Queen of Persia? Emily Owen explores these questions through Esther's 'diary', sharing in her trials, her excitements, her challenges, fears and joys. Each chapter begins with a 'diary extract' from Esther'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 Esther on a devotional journey to see the biblical story from a fresh perspective. Content Benefits: This thirty day devotional look at 'Esther'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 Esther 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 Esther 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 - 208 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Hi, I'm Emily. I loved music and sport at school and wanted to be a teacher when I grew up. But then I discovered that I had a serious illness. I needed lots of operations which changed my life forever. Suddenly my life was going to be very different to the one I had planned. Would I still be able to trust God? I wrote a diary to help me remember what happened, how I felt, and how God helped me. I hope it might help you to see how God is with you too. P.S. It's alright if you read my diary, but I don't want anyone else to see it, OK? Content Benefits: Written as diary entries, children can see first-hand how Emily learnt to trust God in all her circumstances and learn that even though life might not work out as expected, God always has a plan. A real-life story of difficulty, disability and hope Covers issues such as self-image, self-worth, loss, faith, perseverance and mental health Questions at the end of the book help start conversations around these topics Looks at how a teenager dealt with becoming deaf and faced serious health issues Told in a first person, diary format Includes line drawings Shows that God is with us even in the worst of circumstances Encourages readers to be thankful everyday Ideal for Sunday School prizes or gifts Suitable for schools to use in RE or PHSE Suitable for children aged 8-11 Binding - Paperback Pages - 208 Publisher - Authentic Media

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The International Children's Bible New Testament is the perfect introduction to the Bible for children who are ready to move on from a picture Bible. 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. Content Benefits: With simpler language and extra notes and helps, the ICB New Testament is the perfect introduction to the life and teachings of Jesus for children in Key Stage 2. Contemporary Translation Anglicised text, with UK spelling and grammar Difficult words and expressions are replaced with simple phrases children can easily understand Short sentences and simple, modern vocabulary Large, easy to read type in two columns Simple footnotes explain names, customs and phrases to help children as they read along 95 black and white illustrations interspersed throughout the text 40 pages of colour maps and illustrations of important Bible characters and key events A dictionary helps explains unfamiliar words and customs with a guide to pronunciation Page for personal notes Ideal for primary schools buying Bibles for their school leavers and for Sunday Schools at prize giving, as well as for personal use Allows Sunday School leaders to teach the Bible in an accessible yet accurate way Enables children to engage with the Bible for themselves Ideal for children at Key Stage 2 Binding - Hardback Pages - 436 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Julian Wilson provides one of the most comprehensive accounts of the life of evangelist Smith Wigglesworth to date. Few individuals have made such an impact on the world for the gospel as the Yorkshire-born plumber turned evangelist Smith Wigglesworth. Although he died in 1947, he is, arguably, more well known now than when he was alive. He founded no movement, authored no books, had no official disciples, and no doctrine or theological college bears his name, but through his audacious faith and spectacular healing ministry, Wigglesworth fanned the flames of revival in many countries throughout the world. Thousands came to know Jesus Christ as their Saviour, received divine healing and were delivered from demonic oppression and possession as a result of his ministry. Content Benefits: This insightful and riveting account of Yorkshire-born evangelist Smith Wigglesworth, whose dependence on the Holy Spirit will inspire you to live a life committed to God. Inspiring story of a man of faith who trusted God Highlights the power of healing and miracles Riveting account of an ordinary man who did extraordinary things Shows how one man's heart for the lost impacted his life and faith Includes stories of supernatural miracles, healings and prophecies Part of the new Classic Authentic Lives Series An inspiring and fascinating look at one of the heroes of the faith Ideal for anyone who loves to read about historic revivals 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 - 240 Publisher - Authentic Media

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The inspiring life of Jim Elliot, a missionary who was martyred in the jungles of Ecuador as he attempted to reach the Huaorani people with the gospel. Few books have had such a great impact as this life and testament of Jim Elliot written by his wife, Elisabeth. He was a man of passion and a man of prayer, an earthly man with a heavenly mind, whose story continues to inspire today. Shadow of the Almighty chronicles Jim's journey from childhood in Oregon and his college days at Wheaton to the mission field of Ecuador where he eventually gave his life, aged 28. Full of journal excerpts and personal letters, we are introduced to this great man, his struggles, his ambitions, his loves, his dreams and his all-consuming passion for Christ and his kingdom. Discover the extraordinary story of Jim Elliot and be challenged to give your life wholeheartedly to Christ. Content Benefits: Uncover the inspirational story of Jim Elliot, one of the great missionary heroes of the faith, and be challenged to trust your whole life to God, whatever the circumstances. Inspiring story of a man of faith who trusted God Demonstrates the upmost courage and devotion to Christ Riveting account of a missionary's life in Ecuador 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 Through Gates of Splendour 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 - 368 Publisher - Authentic Media

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What would cause an eighteen-year-old senior class president and home-coming queen from Nashville, Tennessee, to disobey and disappoint her parents by forgoing college, break her little brother's heart, lose all but a handful of her friends (because they think she has gone off the deep end), and break up with the love of her life, all so she could move to Uganda, where she knew only one person and didn't even speak the language? A passion to follow Jesus. Katie Davis left over Christmas break of her senior year for a short mission trip to Uganda and her life was turned completely inside out. She found herself so moved by the people of Uganda and the needs she saw that she knew her calling was to return and care for them. Katie, a charismatic and articulate young woman, is in the process of adopting thirteen children in Uganda and has established a ministry, Amazima, that feeds and sends hundreds more to school while teaching them the Word of Jesus Christ. Kisses from Katie invites readers on a journey of radical love down the red dirt roads of Uganda. You'll laugh and cry with Katie as she follows Jesus into the impossible and finds joy and beauty beneath the dust. Katie and her children delight in saying yes to the people God places in front of them and challenge readers to do the same, changing the world one person at a time. Content Benefits: This story of one young woman's decision to serve the Lord by living with and loving the people of Uganda will inspire you to see how God uses all of us for his purposes. Inspiring story of a woman of faith who trusted God Riveting account of a ministry in Uganda Katie's next chapter of ministry is recorded in Daring to Hope An inspiring and fascinating biography Ideal reading for those who have been inspired by missionary biographies 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 - 288 Publisher - Authentic Media

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When country music star Thomas Rhett won the ACM Award for Single of the Year with "Die a Happy Man," his wife, Lauren Akins, was overjoyed. Her husband was being anointed the hottest new star in country music-for a song he had written about her. He was living his dream. Lauren was elated, but she was also wrestling with some big questions, not the least of which was, how can I live my own life of purpose? Lauren offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the challenges of being married to her best friend, who just happens to be a music star, and the struggle to find her own footing in the frenzy of her husband's fame. And in heart-wrenching detail, she opens up about her life-changing experiences doing mission work in Haiti, and then in Uganda, where she met the precious baby who would become their first daughter. Live in Love is a deeply personal memoir that offers inspiring guidance for anyone looking to keep romance alive, balance children and marriage, express true faith, and live a life of purpose. Includes colour photos throughout. Content Benefits: From sharing the romance of their hand-written wedding vows, to letting readers in on obstacles they faced as they adjusted to the reality of becoming first-time parents, Live in Love takes an intimate look at one couple's life-and opens a window into all of our journeys on the path to self-discovery. Gives an insight into the personal lives of Country Music superstar Thomas Rhett and his wife Lauren Explores how Lauren Akins coped with being tossed into the role of one of America's sweethearts as Thomas Rhett made his relationship with Lauren the subject of many of his hit songs Looks at the reality of keep your own identity and dreams alive in a relationship Lauren provides a relatable and friendly voice to help you navigate the pressures of modern family life Explores the process of adoption and the highs and lows this brings Author does humanitarian work with Love One International in Uganda Ideal reading for fans of the TV series Nashville or country music lovers Perfect gift book for any occasion Colour photos are interspersed throughout the book Binding - Hardback Pages - 336 Publisher - Authentic Media

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The Authentic Youth Bible is a popular choice for teens, youth groups and schools. The fully anglicised text uses the accurate and accessible ERV (Easy to Read) translation. The contemporary language makes the Authentic Youth Bible easy to get into, so that teens can get a lot out of it! Many extra features are included to help young people understand the Bible for themselves, 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. 32 full colour pages tackle issues such as peer pressure, relationships, image and self-esteem as well as looking at themes such as following Jesus, the Trinity and trusting God. The Authentic Youth Bible is a full text Bible that is the perfect choice to help teens get into the Bible for themselves and develop strong foundations in the faith. Content Benefits: The Authentic Youth Bible is a contemporary and accessible translation that is bursting with extra features that will help teens and young adults understand and live out God's Word today. A popular choice for secondary schools and for youth groups as well as for personal use Allows youth leaders to teach the Bible in an accessible yet accurate way Enables teens to engage with the Bible for themselves Ideal for 13-18 year olds and young adults Contemporary translation which is relevant and accurate Simple to understand Anglicised text, with UK spelling and grammar 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 to 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 32 full colour pages explore important and topical issues teens face Easy to read type in two columns A dictionary, conveniently placed at the back of the Bible for easy reference, helps explains difficult or key words Overview of the Bible How to read the Bible section helps readers get started Maps of key periods Table of weights and measures A list of Bible verses to help in various situations Presentation page Binding - Hardback Pages - 1399 Publisher - Authentic Media

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To the Pharisees, Jesus is a blasphemer. To the Roman authorities, he's a threat to their rule and order. But to the masses, he's a miraculous healer and a profound teacher. In this third instalment of The Chosen series, we see Jesus healing the sick, reaching the Sermon on the Mount, feeding the five thousand, and raising the dead. We see his enemies growing ever more determined to silence him. And we see his very human disciples struggling with their own questions and concerns, believing in but not yet understanding their Messiah. Based on the acclaimed TV series The Chosen, the most amazing story ever told-the life of Jesus-gets a fresh, new telling from New York Times bestselling author Jerry B. Jenkins.

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NEWDarlene Deibler RoseSet during World War II, this is the gripping true story of a courageous missionarys faith and her remarkable triumph over the hardships of life in the New Guinea jungles and a Japanese internment camp. 224 pages, from OM.

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Brimming with crazy-cute illustrations and thought-provoking Scripture, every activity in God Made Me Crazy Creative! Activity Book is designed to promote self-awareness by encouraging children aged 5 plus to explore their beauty inside and out.

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With cool blue artwork and rhyming text, My Super Awesome Bible is a great introduction to favourite stories from the Bible for young children aged 3 and over.

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Children aged 4 plus will love reading and colouring in the famous story about Jesus healing the paralysed man in Colour with the Bible: The Man on the Roof.

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Children aged 4 plus will love reading and colouring in the story of the first Christmas in Colour with the Bible: Jesus Is Born.

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Open up a world of amazing adventures in this collection of first pop-up Bible stories. Children will delight in the colourful illustrations that pop out on each double page! Pop Up Bible Stories: • Help children discover key Bible stories • Has a pop up on every double page spread • Includes Daniel and the Lions, Noah and the Ark, David and Goliath • Is filled with vibrant and engaging illustrations • Has delightful rhyming text throughout, allowing children to join in the story • Is the perfect toddler group or Sunday School resource • Makes a perfect gift for children 3 and over

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God Made Me Crazy Beautiful! is a fun, felt-edged board book for 0-2 years that helps toddlers see how wonderfully God made them.

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Join Joseph in this amazing story about staying faithful to God. 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 Joseph 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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A-Z of Wellbeing is an accessible introduction to help you attend to your own wellbeing and live out your own alphabet of peace. It presents twenty-six words of wellness to help you discover new practices, connect with God, and share wellbeing with others. Each topic includes: * Connect the word to a biblical theme * Learn a new habit to practise * Get active sharing the habit with others * Take Notice of a personal story * Give back with questions and further resources By sharing the words that were helpful in her own journey of recovery from breakdown, Ruth Rice gently encourages us to find our own toolkit of words and habits that will help us maintain our own wellbeing. Content Benefits: Ruth Rice helps us to find a language that enables us to speak honestly and live healthily together around the area of mental and emotional health. * 26 words of wellbeing are unpacked with insights and practical application * Uses the five ways of wellbeing from the New Economics Foundation * Understands wellbeing within the framework of God's character, practical habits and community reality * Enables us to understand wellbeing as a life long journey rather than a quick fix * Encourages us to find our own alphabet of wellbeing that works for us * Enables us to speak, live and share wellbeing * Suitable for anyone who wants to attend to their wellbeing * Helpful for anyone who wants to understand and come alongside someone who is struggling with their wellbeing

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John and Charles Wesley are among the most influential Christians who have ever lived. Their fearless preaching in the face of violent opposition and the rise of the Methodist movement powerfully influenced an eighteenth century England that was rife with corruption, drunkenness, crime and religious apathy. Julian Wilson provides a vividly detailed account of the Wesley brothers’ lives and ministries. John Wesley travelled ceaselessly on horseback, preaching gospel sermons that transformed whole communities whilst Charles Wesley became probably the most prolific hymn writer in history. This engaging book will help you to appreciate the significance of John and Charles Wesley in their own time and understand why their spiritual legacy endures today. Content Benefits: Read this fascinating biography of John and Charles Wesley and be inspired by their passion for the gospel. • A biography of both John and Charles Wesley • Understand the beginnings of Methodism • Discover the man behind so many beloved hymns • Includes their conversion experiences, their triumphs and failures and their writings and preaching • Explores John Wesley’s involvement in the abolition of slavery • Part of the Classic Authentic Lives Series • Perfect for anyone who wants to learn from the 'heroes of the faith' • Ideal for anyone who loves biographies

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Much loved stories from the New Testament are illustrated in this colouring book for children. By reading a key Bible verse and colouring in a picture for each scene, kids will learn about the life of Jesus and the adventures of Peter and Paul in Acts. Illustrations and Bible verses are taken from the International Children's Bible (ICB) New Testament. Content Benefits: This colouring book explores key scenes from the New Testament, helping children learn about the Bible through fun activities. * Includes stories from the gospels and Acts * 15 engaging pictures to colour in * Includes a key Bible verse for each picture from the International Children's Bible * Helps children to learn about the Bible while having fun * Ideal companion to the International Children's Bible New Testament or full ICB Bible * Activity book suitable for children aged 6 plus * Perfect inspirational gift idea for any occasion * Ideal resource for anyone working in a church/ Sunday School setting * Suitable for Sunday School prizes

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Share God’s love from A to Z in this alphabet of positivity. Each letter of the alphabet is accompanied by an adorable animal demonstrating an admirable attribute. Read heart warming scripture and a sweet prayer as you meet the friendly animals. Content Benefits: Children will love discovering positive behaviours they can emulate as they work through this fun A to Z. • An alphabet of positivity • Rhyming text and vibrant illustrations • Bible verses on each double page spread • Prayer included at end of book • Cover has a foil effect finish and touch section • Helps children understand positive behaviours • Builds an awareness of letters • 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 • Board book

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This beautiful picture book takes a little bird on a journey of discovery to find out who God is and where he can be found. 'Who is God?' asks Little Brown Bird. One question leads to another until Little Brown Bird finds herself on a journey, flying higher than she has ever flown before, to learn all she can about the God who made the morning, so she can thank him.

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On the 27th April 2015, Feby Herewila married Andrew Chan. 35 hours later Andrew was executed by firing squad. Part of the Bali Nine, Andrew had been in Kerobokan Prison for ten years for drug smuggling. Feby was Andrew's close supporter and confidante, a lay pastor who had met him in prison and had ministered alongside him for three years. Together, they shared a common vision and faith in a powerful God of love and restoration. Andrew's story made headlines, but now Feby tells her compelling story. After wrestling with grief and suffering, she shares how God's healing and faithfulness is enabling her to step into her new life and ministry. Content Benefits: As Feby Chan learns to rebuild her life, faith and purpose after her husband was executed by a firing squad in Indonesia, this inspiring and powerful story shows how God can bring hope out of tragedy and bring healing to even our deepest pain. - Tells the story of Andrew Chan from a different perspective - Shows the transforming power of God in people's lives - Encourages us to see that God's forgiveness is open to anyone, whatever they have done - Will encourage people going through difficult situations that Jesus can heal the pain in time and allow you to hope again - Looks at the real pain of losing a loved one - Honest look at when prayers are not answered in the way we hope - Inspiring story of one woman's faithfulness to God - Perfect gift to encourage someone in their faith - Ideal reading for anyone who loves to see God at work - Colour photos - an 8 page insert included

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Full of amusing anecdotes, stories of lives changed through the MBM music and conference ministry, amazing answers to prayer, and of course adventures with their guide and hearing dogs, this is a joyous celebration of how God has used two ladies to share his love to a broken world. Being blind, Marilyn's childhood was one of increasing isolation, yet with God's help she went on to use her gift as a musician and songwriter to gain recognition as a Christian artist and start Marilyn Baker Ministries. Tracy also suffered a difficult childhood through deafness and low self-esteem. Yet from these most unlikely of origins, God brought these two remarkable ladies together in the most hilarious fashion and gave them a joint vision to work together to share his love with others. Through their work in prisons, concerts, retreats, conferences and prayer ministry, they have seen many lives transformed by the power of God's love. Many of those testimonies are included in this book, showing that God is indeed weaving a beautiful tapestry in all our lives. Each individual strand of yarn isn't much in itself, but when woven together an amazing picture emerges as he uses us in our weakness to show the beauty of his love to others.

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Does the Christian faith lack intellectual, moral and experiential credibility? These are the three most common accusations made against the Christian faith today. Brian Harris examines each of these arguments in turn by outlining the issue, looking at evidence against the claim before evaluating the argument as a whole. This book explores these questions in a rigorous but accessible way. It doesn't offer easy, solve-everything answers, but it does build a cumulative case based on reason, history and experience to suggest that God probably exists, and that the Christian understanding of God could well be valid. Content Benefits: By offering a serious look at the evidence that counters the growing assumption that the Christian faith lacks intellectual, moral and experiential credibility, this book allows the reader to make an informed decision about Christianity. Provides a counter argument to the claims made by the New Atheists Tackles the accusations that Christianity is intellectually vacuous, morally suspect and experientially empty Harris does not try to 'prove' beyond all doubt, but presents cumulative evidence to make a rational and informed decision Builds a cumulative case for Christianity Ideal for anyone who has doubts in their faith Perfect for anyone who wants to know if Christianity is true Suitable for anyone who wants to explain their faith to others Ideal resource for anyone studying apologetics Binding - Paperback Pages - 160 Publisher - Paternoster

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This beautiful Bible introduces 3-5 year olds to God's Word in an engaging and accessible way. The 'Big Kid's First Bible' highlights aspects of God's character, his love for us, and his plan of salvation. This new children's Bible retells 45 of the most well-known and cherished stories in the Bible. The text is easy to understand, and the illustrations are cute and warm. In a beautiful large format size with a padded hardback cover, this Bible will be loved by children and parents alike.

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A fantastic rhyming book that makes a perfect introduction to the amazing story of Christmas for young children. Young children will love reading,hearing and learning about the story of the first Christmas, which is told in rhyme with simple words so little ones can understand. Each page of the book also uses beautiful illustrations to engage and inspire little minds as they explore the whole story of Jesus' birth. Now in a beautiful paperback edition.

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A timely challenge to rediscover God's gift of rest in the midst of our busy modern lives. In a stressful, task orientated life, the idea of rest is often reduced to a nominal notion of time off, which is too often pushed out of our busy schedules. We hear the words about rest but then carry on regardless. We know the importance of rest, but we rarely see the benefits in our own lives. Andy Percey challenges us to see that the God-given idea of rest is about far more than recovering a work- life balance, and is actually about experiencing rest as harmony with our Creator and the world he has made. As he journeys through scripture, Percey shows us the importance of rest for the community of faith, and then explores what that might look like for us today. Far from being simply about relaxation, what we find is that we are infused with the very best of the life God freely gives us. Widely referenced, deep and thought-provoking, this is a book to savour and allow it to change how we structure our twenty-first century lives.

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A beautiful board book of Bible stories with stunning, hand-stitched illustrations. This beautiful board book contains a collection of well-known Bible stories. Each story is retold in simple, rhyming text, and accompanied by Dawn Machell's stunning hand-stitched illustrations. This sweet collection is the perfect way to introduce young children to God's word.

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A twelve session study guide exploring the theme of the transforming power of God in our lives. The bestselling book Sea Changed looked at how God transformed Kate Nicholas' life. Now in Sea Changed: A Companion Guide Kate takes the lessons she learnt from her personal journey and encourages us all to embark on the adventure of faith by living a transformed life. Transformation is foundational to our faith as followers of Christ. Indeed the very meaning and purpose of our lives is to be transformed into the likeness of Jesus, who himself is the image of God in human form. As we read the Bible and integrate it into our lives, we are allowing the Holy Spirit to work a transformation in our lives. But God can also use the circumstances of our lives to help work this process of transformation. Kate's own dramatic testimony demonstrates how both these aspects have been fundamental in her own journey, and she weaves together both biblical and practical experience in this companion guide to help encourage us all to reflect more closely God's nature. Using a mix of biblical teaching, personal testimony and questions for reflection, Kate helps us to understand what God wants to do in our lives and how we can apply the lessons learnt to grow more like him. The points for reflection in each session are divided into biblical study and personal application sections, making this an ideal resource to study either personally or in a discipleship or small group setting.

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An imaginative and gently challenging series of forty-nine reflections on seven biblical themes, from creation to the churches of Revelation, written in Emily Owen's unique interactive style. In this inspirational devotional, Emily Owen weaves together biblical reflections, prayer, personal stories, with a creative 'voice' of God, which all gently steer the reader into a closer walk with Jesus. The Power of Seven encourages us to look afresh at some of the themes of seven in the Bible. Creation, who God is, God as shepherd, the 'I AM's of the Bible, the last words of Jesus from the cross, and what we add to our faith (Goodness, Perseverance etc) are examined, with the book ending with a powerful section on Jesus speaking to the Revelation churches, beautifully and sensitively written in a fresh and engaging way. Emily combines devotions with personal stories whilst always pointing to Jesus in her usual gentle, thoughtful yet very powerful way. The voice of Jesus as Emily imagines it in this book is powerful, the prayers are helpful, and Emily's unique reflective and interactive style helps the reader to come into the presence of God.

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A theological exploration of Genesis 2 which renews our vision of the purpose of marriage as the central drama within God's salvation plan. Marriage seems increasingly irrelevant to many people today. But is this a true understanding of marriage? Could it be that God may have expectations for marriage which are distinct from our own, and wholly unaffected by our feelings or debates? If God is the author and definer of marriage, then we must look to the Author to discern its meaning rather than ourselves. The Genesis of Marriage sets out a biblical theology of marriage, grounded in the Marriage Text of Genesis 2:18-25, and investigates how it fits in its own context of Genesis 1 - 3 and the whole of Scripture. Examining the Marriage Text exegetically and theologically, Shenk shows this as the climax and conclusion of the two creation accounts, and explores what this reveals about the nature and character of God. The doctrinal implications of this are then explored, answering such practical questions such as, 'What are the ethics of marriage?' and 'How do we approach the real-world concerns of separation, divorce, and remarriage?'. Shenk's exploration helps dispel our modern disillusionment with marriage, or at least our ideas and beliefs about marriage which may be at odds with God's, to reveal deep truth about the nature and character of God.

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An inspiring collection of testimonies from people of different cultures and faiths encountering Jesus. Jesus promised that he would draw people to himself from every tribe and nation. In this collection of thirteen testimonies, Naomi Reed encourages us to see that the good news of the gospel is still powerful as people are continuing to fall in love with Jesus all over the world. From such varied worldviews as Islam, Buddhism and atheism, Naomi has unearthed encouraging stories of Jesus meeting people and transforming them. Emerging from these pages is a beautiful picture of our Saviour who calls people to himself in a very personal and individual way, changing lives forever. God is visibly at work in the world. From the flat dry towns of Uganda, an airport in Singapore, a hospital in Alice Springs, the Amazon jungle, a bare hillside in the former Soviet Union to a bombed-out town in Northern Iraq, Finding Faith encourages us all to see that Jesus is passionately drawing people to himself.

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