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Turn the pages to discover inspirational Bible stories and exciting puzzles and activities. The press-out card pages help to create some fantastic Bible-themed crafts. And you can use your puffy stickers in the book, to finish your crafts, or decorate anything you want to! My Bible Stories Activity book: • Helps kids will have fun as they discover well-known Bibles stories • Includes puffy stickers that are ideal for little hands • Has press-out craft pages to make Bible based creations • Is ideal for Sunday schools and kids clubs • Is a perfect gift for curious children 3 years and over

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Discover well-known stories from the Bible with this beautiful collection of rhymes. Explore the magical snow-globe cover, then join Jesus, Jonah, Noah and other key figures on their exciting and important adventures. Content Benefits: Little ones will love playing with the magical snow-globe cover, filled with liquid and shiny confetti, as they learn about key stories in the Bible. • Vibrant illustrations engage interest • Features fun snow-globe on cover • Includes rhyming text • Stories include Jonah and the Whale, Noah and the Ark, David and Goliath, Christmas and Easter • Ideal for Sunday School awards and creches • Perfect gift idea for any occasion • Ideal for children aged 3 plus • Padded hard back cover with foil and spot uv detailing

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Meet Noah, who has just got a big task from God. Meet Noah’s family and many different animals who are about to take part in something truly amazing … What is it? Lift the flaps to see for yourself and unfold the story of Noah’s Ark. Content Benefits: Children will love opening the flaps and discovering the story of Noah and the Ark. • Vibrant illustrations engage interest • Engaging retelling of the Bible story • Full size page flaps open up to reveal detailed scenes • Ideal for Sunday School awards and creches • Perfect gift idea for any occasion • Ideal for young children • Board book with flap pages

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Meet Mary, who is about to encounter an angel. Meet shepherds and wise men who are about to witness something truly amazing … What is it? Lift the flaps to see for yourself and unfold the story of Christmas. Content Benefits: Children will love opening the flaps and discovering the story of the birth of Jesus. • Vibrant illustrations engage interest • Engaging retelling of the Bible story • Full size page flaps open up to reveal detailed scenes • Ideal for Sunday School awards and creches • Perfect gift idea for Christmas • Ideal for young children • Board book with flap pages

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Acts of kindness have the potential to make the world a happier place. If someone is kind to you it can boost your confidence or increase your happiness. But kindness cannot be faked. It is much deeper than just ‘being nice’. To have real impact, kindness needs to become a lifestyle choice. We need to actively choose to be kind every day if we want our lives to mirror the qualities of Jesus. Interweaving biblical and scientific insights with real life stories and pointers for practical life application, Debbie and Cathy explore what kindness really is and how it has the power to transform us and others. Content Benefits: Both thought-provoking and practical, The Gift of Kindness encourages us to actively develop a spirit of kindness in our own lives that has the power to bless both ourselves and others. • Explores what kindness is and why it matters • Includes teaching on what the Bible and science say about kindness • Shares inspiring real-life stories of acts of kindness • Each chapter includes a prayer and practical pointers to action • Challenges the reader to actively choose to be kind • Shows how acts of kindness can radically change our lives and those around us • Explores the dynamic nature of kindness modelled by Jesus • Issues a challenge to carry on the kind acts that were seen in the pandemic • Shows how we can make a difference in the world • Suitable for anyone looking to grow in their faith • Ideal for anyone who longs to live in a kinder society • Perfect for anyone who wants to make a difference in their community

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Pip, one of the disciples, retells more of the adventures he had while hanging out with Jesus in this fun, quirky yet informative story from master storyteller Bob Hartman. Big Bart, Tommo and me, Pip. Three guys on a three-year adventure. Hanging out with Jesus. Finding out what he's up to. Not exactly the best known of the twelve disciples, but we're on the edge of the action - out of the limelight, where there is plenty of partying, messing about and time to make an idiot of yourself. We're best mates. And Jesus' mates, too. Here are some more of our adventures; stories you'll find in the Bible if you take a look. Well, sort of, because everything is just a little bit different when you're hanging out with Big Bart and Tommo. So join us and find out what happens when we meet up with Jesus ... again.

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A thorough but highly accessible guide to thinking more creatively and biblically about the theme of Sabbath Rest throughout Scripture. Homeward Bound examines the biblical theme of 'rest' and how this should impact on our understanding of faith and life. While many Christians today have focused on a Sabbath rest as somehow just relating to what we do or do not do on a Sunday, Goldsworthy takes the reader on a journey of discovery through the whole Bible to show that God's idea of Sabbath rest goes far beyond taking one day a week off work. In fact, the idea of a Sabbath rest for God's people is deeply embedded in the whole history of humanity, from creation to Revelation. With an expert eye and a light touch, Goldsworthy looks at key areas of the Christian idea of rest, including the Sabbath day, the idea of the promised land, return from exile, heaven as the Christian's final 'home', and ultimately the final consummation of time in 'the kingdom of God', the new creation. Goldsworthy expertly shows how the themes and ideas of rest in the Old Testament foreshadow truths that are ultimately revealed in the New Testament.

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Sparkly Sticker Bible: Life of Jesus introduces children to the main events of the life of Jesus 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 gospel stories as they have fun placing the stickers onto the illustrated scenes. • A fun and interactive way to learn about the life of Jesus • 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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This book contains a selection of best-loved Bible stories including Daniel in the Lion's Den. Children read the stories, choose the matching stickers and complete each of the pictures.

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What is the nature of true worship? What are we actaully doing when we meet together for 'church' on Sundays? And how does that connect with what we do the rest of the week? Vaughan Roberts answers these questions and more, as he brings readers back to the Bible in order to define what worship is and isn't, and what it should and shouldn't be. While we may struggle to define worship by arguing about singing hymns with the organ, versus modern songs with guitars and drums, or about the place of certain spiritual gifts, Roberts suggests we are asking the wrong questions. For true worship is more than this - it is to encompass the whole of life. This book challenges us to worship God every day of the week, with all our heart, mind, soul and strength.

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Children will love reading, hearing and learning about the amazing story of Easter, 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 story of Jesus' death and resurrection.

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From the author of the New York Times bestseller, Waking Up in Heaven, comes an extraordinary story about Crystal McVea's personal transformation after visiting heaven and how readers can experience heaven themselves-and live a more meaningful life. On December 10, 2009, Crystal McVea was being treated in a hospital for pancreatitis. Her heart stopped pumping for nine minutes before doctors managed to revive her. In those nine minutes, she went to heaven, stood with God, and was forever changed. Ever since Crystal's incredible experience, her life has been profoundly different. She has become a brand new person in every conceivable way-heart, mind, soul, and spirit. By dying, Crystal learned how to live. Crystal realized that heaven is real and our true home, but we are still meant to have meaningful lives full of passion and purpose right here on earth. She believes we have to chase heaven while we are still alive and allow God to turn our lukewarm love into a firestorm of faith. Chasing Heaven is the story of how God called to Crystal, what He told her, and how she found a way to get closer to Him again here on earth. Crystal assures us that we don't have to die and go to heaven in order to ignite our faith. We also don't have to abandon the lives we have in order to experience God and heaven. Chasing Heaven is about following the path to the Lord, and discovering your spiritual destiny. The journey that followed Crystal's time in heaven has been difficult, complicated, and surprising-full of twists and turns, setbacks and triumphs, drama and comedy, and everything that makes life so messy and beautiful.

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Billy Graham has gone home. He preached to more people in live audiences that anyone else in history. But his lifelong message, his passion for the gospel, and his compassion for people still echo in Hear My Heart. This intimate work – a compilation of articles that spans Billy’s ministry from 1955 to today – invites you to hear in his own words the things that made his heart beat faster. The biblical convictions he abided by. The reasons and regrets behind some of his decisions. And the wisdom he gained in his ninety-plus years on this earth. Hear My Heart also presents stirring tributes about Billy and his legacy from those who knew him best – including members of his family, his friends, and his co-labourers in ministry – and features a special afterword by Rick Warren about Graham’s lasting influence in his life. These are Billy’s final words to us all, as if we were sitting with him on the front porch of his mountain cabin having a cup of coffee. This is his legacy – the personal exhortations he left our generation and the next as the most-needed reminders for our time.

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What every church needs to know about sports ministry. A guide to developing church sport and recreation ministries. Especially relevant to churcheswho want to run sport programmes ahead of the 2012 Olympics. Bryan Mason contends that sport is as vital a part of the church programme as say youth work or women's ministry. Indeed, by its all-encompassing nature, it reaches out to every age group. Sport is an ideal atmosphere for making friends and sharing the difference Jesus Christ makes in your life. This book provides vital information and ideas for churches wishing to make mission a central goal as 2012 approaches.

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Barry Woodward grew up in Greater Manchester, England. At the age of 16 he left school without graduating and was drawn into the drug scene, experimenting with marijuana, amphetamines, and LSD. This led to a heroin addiction and life as a drug dealer.For 12 years he was totally dependent on drugs, during which time he spent a number of sentences in prison. Miraculously, his life turned around completely following an amazing sequence of supernatural encounters.

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God's Word in powerful, authoritative and transformational - do you believe that? Does your life reflect that? Does your church demonstrate that? The 2011 Keswick Convention challenged us to take the 'Word to the World' â€" to live out God's Word, to share it globally and to unleash it in our lives, churches and communities. With teaching from Derek Burnside, Bill Bygroves, Ken Clarke, Aijth Fernando, Patrick Fung, Peter Maiden, Amy Orr-Ewing, Rob Parsons, John Risbridger, Helen Roseveare, Richard Tiplady and Chris Wright you will be convicted and enthused to be part of this global challenge to bring God's Word into the world. This title is brought to you by Keswick Ministries. Find out more at https://www.keswickministries.org

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The classic text on examining the evidence for the Resurrection. Convinced that the story wasn't true, Frank Morison started to write about Jesus' last days. However, as he studied this crucial period something happened... First published in 1930, this is an in-depth exploration of what happened between the death of Jesus and the resurrection as recorded in the Bible. Using many information sources, this is crammed with vital detail that every Christian should know and is also a powerful tool for persuasion of those questioning Christianity. Writing this book changed Morison's life. Will you let it change yours?

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Very few books on dating have stood the test of time like Passion and Purity. Its much-needed message remains strong and hopeful in an age when doing whatever feels right is common practice. Using her own life as an example, Elisabeth Elliot guides singles of both genders and of any age on how to put their love lives under the authority of Jesus Christ. Passion and Purity covers dating issues such as: how to know which person is the right one to marry; loving passionately while remaining sexually pure; the mans and womans role in relationships; putting Gods desires ahead of personal desires; how far is too far, physically.

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Michael Green was a highly respected evangelist, apologist, scholar and writer. Possessed of a God-given brainpower that fizzed and sparkled in multiple directions at once, his was a living faith full of energy, dynamism and relevance. His robust approach to biblical studies and theology, combined with a personal warmth and a knack for making deep truths accessible, makes Green ideal company to spend a year with in devotional reflection. There is a passage of Scripture, a meditation by Michael taken from his writings and a short prayer for each day of the year. Spend a year with Michael Green and feed your mind and soul as you draw closer to Christ. Content Benefits: Introducing Michael Green's work to a new generation of readers, this 365-day devotional will inspire and strengthen your faith. * A Bible verse, scriptural reflection and prayer for each day based on Michael Green's writings * A thoughtful and theological rigorous but accessible devotional * An accessible entry point for those new to Michael Green's work * Hardback cover ensures the book is durable enough to be used every day * Includes a foreword by Rosemary, Michael's widow * Uncovers the theological wisdom of Michael Green's writings * Perfect for quiet times * A perfect gift for any occasion to inspire friends, family or loved ones * Ideal for Michael Green fans

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Jesus taught us to pray for God's kingdom to come. But do we understand what we are praying for and what the kingdom of God really looks like? Using the analogy of God as the director of the greatest show on earth, Richard Porter shows how the kingdom of God is the overarching story line throughout the Bible. Each scene, from the people of Israel to Jesus and the early church, reveals kingdom truths that impact the church today. As the story unfolds, you can understand why Jesus proclaimed the message of the kingdom. It is indeed good news for our towns, our cities, our homes and families. Content Benefits: This book explores the central theme of the kingdom of God throughout the Bible and will encourage you to proclaim this good news to the world today. Analogy of God as the director of the greatest show on earth creates an accessible way into the subject Biblical teaching on the kingdom of God Includes personal stories from the author making this an accessible rather than academic read Will encourage you to fall more in love with God and proclaim the gospel Encourages us to live out the kingdom of God today Suitable for anyone who wants to understand the Lord's prayer 'Your kingdom come' Helpful for anyone who wants to preach about the kingdom of God Ideal for anyone who loves to see how themes develop through the Bible Perfect for anyone who wants to understand the Old Testament better

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A practical look at how we can renew wellbeing in our own lives and our local communities. After Ruth Rice unexpectedly found herself grappling with her own mental health, she began to look for ways to renew her own wellbeing. As she introduced simple habits woven around prayer and stillness into her life, God began to give her a heart to help others too. The Renew Wellbeing charity was born, assisting churches to open accessible, safe spaces on the high street for those who have mental ill health. Ruth shares why the renew centre/ cafe model is so different, looking at the three important principles of being present, being prayerful, and being in partnership. Full of helpful resources, readers will learn how to connect, keep learning, get active, take notice and give in order to maintain their own wellbeing. Ruth inspires, encourages and enables the church to step out and provide Renew spaces. This timely and insightful book is packed full of practical resources to help local communities journey alongside each other to renew wellbeing.

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Raw, honest and personal thoughts to comfort you on the journey through grief. Grief can often feel like a gnawing homesickness for a place where you used to live, but can never return to. Richard Littledale has written a series of short, candid thoughts and reflections from his own experience of widowhood that will resonate and bring comfort and understanding to anyone experiencing bereavement. These thoughts are written as postcards from the land of grief, as they are used to convey a message from this foreign country of bereavement. Postcards are, by definition, a small snapshot of a feeling at anyone time, not long and drawn out essays, and these thoughts provide an accessible way to identify feelings and draw hope from a fellow traveller. Richard also includes practical resources and advice on the grieving process, and reflects on how his faith in God has sustained him. The book is deliberately designed to be able to dip in and out of as required at the point of need. It is also useful for those who want to give a helpful book to comfort a friend, or for anyone wanting to help understand how their bereaved loved one might beling.

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A doctor's account of her own experience of death, heaven and return to life with a new realization of her purpose on earth. Dr Mary Neal, an orthopaedic surgeon, was on a kayaking holiday in Chile. Sceptical of near death experiences, she was to have her life transformed when her kayak became wedged in rocks at the bottom of a waterfall and was underwater for so long that her heart stopped.To Heaven And Back is Mary's faith-enriching story of her spiritual journey, her first-hand experience of heaven and its continuing life-enhancing effects.

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Think Michele Guinness meets Bill Bryson. Finding Myself In Britain is a witty, insightful look at faith, identity and the quirks of British life by a stranger-turned-friend. With a conversational style, this book explores rooting our faith in Christ to weather different seasons in our lives. It helps readers look at Britain and its culture with fresh eyes while finding Jesus in the midst of it. "You don't have to be an American to enjoy this book. Or British. Or a vicar's wife. You just have to be somebody who has found themselves in an unusual place, felt a bit out of their depth, and wondered where God was in all of that. That's most of us, I think." Bob Hartman.

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The incredible and inspiring story of Stephen Curry, the greatest shooter basketball has ever seen and a devout Christian who is not afraid of sharing his faith on the world stage. When it comes to Stephen Curry-point guard for the Golden State Warriors and reigning MVP of the NBA-journalists, fans, and sports analysts are running out of ways to say "wow." Deemed too small and too short at 6'3 and 180 pounds by NBA coaches around the league, Curry has taken the game back from the bigger men who usually dominate the court. With his incredible shooting ability that started a "three-point revolution" he led the Warriors to seventy-three wins in the 2015-2016 season, beating out Michael Jordan and the 1996 Chicago Bulls' long-time record. Marcus Thompson, a lifelong Warriors insider who has been reporting on the team for twelve seasons, explores this all-star player, his love for the game and his team, his close-knit and supportive family and his grounding in a strong Christian faith. Loved by everyone he works with in the NBA, Stephen's devout Christian faith and nice-guy attitude make him a different breed of superstar. He writes two scriptures on his game shoes every time he plays: Romans 8:28, his mother's favourite verse, and Philippians 4:13, his favourite, which reads "I can do all things". People assume Curry loves this verse because God allows him to accomplish success and that his faith is so strong that he can achieve the greatest heights, but the real point may be that through faith he can handle anything thrown his way. That includes success but it also includes failure. It includes fighting back from a career-threatening ankle injury and remaining humble despite the spoils of global fame.

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Read the story of the first Christmas, of Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus. Choose the matching stickers and complete the picture. Content Benefits: Have fun reading the Christmas story, choosing the matching stickers and completing each of the pictures in this mini Bible sticker book. Includes a simple retelling of Christmas story Full colour picture scenes are completed with stickers Helps children think about God in the busy festive period Pocket-sized fun Great price point makes this ideal for Sunday School prizes or gifts Perfect stocking filler gift Suitable for children aged 4-7 Binding - Paperback Pages - 15 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Here are pictures which tell the story of the life of Jesus. Colour each one to make this picture book your own. Content Benefits: Much loved stories from the life of Jesus are retold for children in this charming colouring book. The life of Jesus is retold for children alongside colouring-in pictures to keep little fingers busy Engaging illustrations to colour in Includes simple retellings of Bible stories Helps children to learn while having fun Perfect gift idea Ideal resource for anyone working in a church/ Sunday School setting Suitable for Sunday School prizes Suitable for ages 4-7 Binding - Paperback Pages - 24 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Feel each character's soft felt teeth as you hiss, roar and chomp your way through the Bible stories in this book! Content Benefits: Children will love the tactile element of the stories as they learn more about some well known Bible stories, straight from the characters' mouths! A fun and simple introduction to some of the best loved stories from the Bible Soft felt teeth and die cut windows make this exciting for little hands to explore Rhyming text will engage both young readers Bright and vibrant illustrations will entertain young children 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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This cut-out board book is perfect for introducing the Easter story to little ones. Turn the pages to read each part of the Easter story. Simple text is reinforced with fun activities, and the vibrant and appealing illustrations encourage children to engage with the story. The carry-me handle is perfect for taking the book with you wherever you go. Content Benefits: Peek through the pages to meet the characters in this simple retelling of the Easter story, perfect to read together. Very simple introduction to the Easter story for young children Bright illustrations, simple text and questions engage interest Great price point makes this idea for Sunday School prizes or gifts Perfect alternative to an Easter egg Handle is perfect for children to carry the book with them Suitable for ages 0-4 Binding - Board Book Pages - 12 Publisher - Authentic Media

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This cut-out board book is perfect for introducing the stories of the Bible to little ones. Turn the pages to read some of the best loved Bible stories, from Noah's Ark to Jonah and the Whale. Simple text is reinforced with fun activities, and the vibrant and appealing illustrations encourage children to engage with each story. The carry-me handle is perfect for taking the book with you wherever you go. Content Benefits: Peek through the pages to meet the characters in this collection of Bible Stories, perfect to read together. Very simple introduction to the Bible for young children Bright illustrations, simple text and questions engage interest Great price point makes this idea for Sunday School prizes or gifts Perfect gift idea for a Christening, Dedication, Baptism, New Baby Handle is perfect for children to carry the book with them Suitable for ages 0-4 Binding - Board Book Pages - 12 Publisher - Authentic Media

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A delightful collection of stories revealing the presence of God in our lives. Using simple text and delightful illustrations, these stories help prepare children for the ups and downs of daily life, encouraging them to feel secure, be kind, and not to worry. Stories include A Time for Everything, Whatever is Lovely, Always Near Me and All these Things. Content Benefits: This omnibus collection of stories gently introduce very young children to the idea that God is with them throughout their lives. Gently points children to the love of God Beautiful illustrations on every page Helps children to see that God cares for them Reinforces positive messages to children A delightful collection of stories that children will treasure Omnibus edition of four popular stories Each story's theme is based around a Bible passage: Ecclesiastes 3, Philippians 4, Psalm 139 and 1 Corinthians 13 Includes multicultural images Ideal resource for anyone working with children Perfect gift idea for a Christening, Baptism or Dedication Suitable to read to very young children, or for early readers to read themselves Binding - Paperback Pages - 112 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Have you ever wondered why God made things the way they are? Touch and feel His weird and wonderful creations in this thought-provoking book, perfect to share 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 about funny animals that young children will love! This hilarious touch-and-feel book is a light-hearted introduction to some of God's more unusual 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 An innovative way to introduce children to God as the creator of the world 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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Have you ever wondered why God made creatures the way they are? Touch and feel His wild and wacky creations in this funny 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 about wacky animals that young children will love! This hilarious touch and feel book is a light-hearted introduction to some of God's more quirky 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 An innovative way to introduce children to God as the creator of the world 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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A large format activity book that helps children engage with Bible stories in a fun way. Activity time or story time? Why not both? Seventeen beloved Bible stories are each accompanied by five different word search activities providing hours of entertainment and learning for children aged 4-7. Read the short stories with your children and stimulate their growing minds with activities designed just for them. By engaging with Bible stories in a hands-on way, children will learn by doing and having fun at the same time. Vibrant illustrations make each page inviting and colourful, and help engage interest in the story. Next time you're looking for an activity, pull out My Word Search Activity Bible, and help your child learn while they play! Content Benefits: This large format activity book will help children engage with well-known Bible stories. Includes 85 word search activities Offers simple retellings of Bible stories Bible references are included for each story Modern and colourful illustrations Helps children to learn while having fun Perfect gift idea for children Large format and page count adds quality and value to the book Ideal resource for anyone working in a church/ Sunday School setting Suitable for Sunday School prizes Suitable for ages 4-7 Binding - Paperback Pages - 112 Publisher - Authentic Media

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A large format activity book that helps children engage with Bible stories in a fun way. Activity time or story time? Why not both? Seventeen beloved Bible stories are each accompanied by five different dot to dot activities providing hours of entertainment and learning for children aged 4-7. Read the short stories with your children and stimulate their growing minds with activities designed just for them. By engaging with Bible stories in a hands-on way, children will learn by doing and having fun at the same time. Vibrant illustrations make each page inviting and colourful, and help engage interest in the story. Next time you're looking for an activity, pull out My Dot to Dot Activity Bible, and help your child learn while they play! Content Benefits: This large format activity book will help children engage with well-known Bible stories. Includes 85 dot to dot activities Offers simple retellings of Bible stories Bible references are included for each story Modern and colourful illustrations Helps children to learn while having fun Perfect gift idea for children Large format and page count adds quality and value to the book Ideal resource for anyone working in a church/ Sunday School setting Suitable for Sunday School prizes Suitable for ages 4-7 Binding - Paperback Pages - 112 Publisher - Authentic Media

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A thirty day devotional look at 'John's diary' with thought provoking points, prayers and questions to help explore the gospel story in a new way. What must it have been like to be the disciple John, from witnessing the baptism of Jesus, through his ministry, to his death and the astounding news that Jesus is alive, and then afterwards as John grows older? Emily Owen explores these questions through John's 'diary', sharing in his trials, his excitements, his challenges, fears and joys. Each chapter begins with a 'diary extract' from John'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 John on a devotional journey to see the biblical story from a fresh perspective. Content Benefits: This thirty day devotional look at 'John's diary' with thought provoking points, prayers and questions, will help you explore the gospels in a new way. Looks at the gospel stories 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 John introduces the theme for each biblical meditation Encourages us to see the life of Jesus afresh 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 - 200 Publisher - Authentic Media

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What is a Christian hospital doing in a remote Muslim area of Cameroon? Kerry Stillman shares her own experiences of working as a physiotherapist in a sub-Saharan village hospital. A vivid impression of daily life is painted as the team deal with the threat of terrorism, the attitudes of local people towards Western medicine, their patients' health issues, and the challenge of sensitively sharing the gospel in a different culture. Passionate, intriguing and uplifting, this is a colourful interweaving of cultures, beliefs and the power of prayer alongside modern medicine. Content Benefits: This inspiring story of how one small Christian hospital in the Cameroon has impacted its patients and local community will enable you to see how God is at work in the world today and encourage you to step out in faith where you are. Amazing stories of God intervening in miraculous ways in peoples' lives. Provides a window into the lives of those who have been transformed physically through the medical care received and spiritually through hearing the Gospel and meeting Jesus for the first time. Will help you see that God is involved in the world today. Takes you on a journey to a remote part of Africa to experience a different culture. Will challenge you to see that God can use you wherever you are for his purposes. A perfect gift for any occasion to inspire friends, family or loved ones. Ideal reading for anyone thinking about doing missionary work overseas. Binding - Paperback Pages - 256 Publisher - Authentic Media

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A thirty day devotional look at 'Mary'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 Mary, from her teenage encounter with an angel, to the awesomeness of realizing her crucified son is alive again? Emily Owen explores these questions through Mary's 'diary', sharing in her trials, her excitements, her challenges, fears and joys. Each chapter begins with a 'diary extract' from Mary'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 Mary on a devotional journey to see the biblical story from a fresh perspective. Content Benefits: This thirty day devotional look at 'Mary'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 Mary 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 Mary 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 - 152 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Combining contemporary stories, biblical narrative and psychological insights, Held in Your Bottle looks at the many reasons why we cry, and why these tears are important to our wellbeing and to God. Why do we cry? Whether we are crying tears of regret, loss, gratitude or anger the Bible says that God holds them all in his bottle. We can draw comfort from the fact that no tear goes unseen by him. Each of these emotions is explored by a modern day story mirroring a retelling of a relevant Bible character's experience. Insightful reflections then help us understand the issues raised. Held in Your Bottle will enable you to look at the Bible in a fresh way and help you accept and understand your emotional life. Content Benefits: By exploring the myriad of tears and emotions we all experience from a Christian viewpoint, you can begin to understand your own story, help improve your mental health and draw comfort from the fact that God sees your pain and sorrow and is with you in all your circumstances. Provides Biblical insights into our emotional lives Looks at the different types of tears and emotions we experience Combines modern day testimonies, biblical text and theological insights Shows the relevance of the Bible today Includes retellings of Bible stories as reimagined first person narratives Unpacks the idea in Psalm 56 that God holds our tears in his bottle Themes include family pain, goodbyes, friendship, loss, fear, anger and stress Reveals a loving God who brings comfort and dignity to the human experience Will bring hope to anyone suffering hard or emotionally difficult times Perfect for anyone looking to understand their emotional life Ideal for anyone looking to renew their wellbeing Suitable for anyone in pastoral, counselling or leadership roles Binding - Paperback Pages - 240 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Three generations of Emmerline's family have been living out their love for God by rescuing children who have been orphaned, abandoned or made destitute by their country's upheaval. Theirs is not merely a story of evading the enemy and surviving, but also one of seeking out the vulnerable and teaching them how to thrive. Daring to trust God against all the odds, this is the powerful story of one family's sacrifice to provide a home for orphans so that the children of Myanmar could hope for a better future. Royalties from the sale of this book will go to Vision Beyond Borders and the Daw Gyi Daw Nge Orphanage. Content Benefits: This powerful story of one family's sacrifice over many years to protect and show the love of Christ to many lost children in Myanmar will inspire you to do the good in front of you and see that actions of love can change lives for the better. Tells the incredible story of three generations of Karen Christians living out their love for God. Will inspire you to see what happens when one family chose to use the weapon of love to combat evil. Understand what it was like being a Christian in a predominantly Buddhist Myanmar at a time of ethnic cleansing and military dictatorship. Be inspired by these courageous Christians living for God in extreme circumstances. Opens a window onto the lives of persecuted Christians. Shows the effective legacy faithful missionaries have had over the years. Will encourage you to take action where you are and do the good in front of you. A perfect gift for any occasion to encourage friends, family or loved ones. Royalties from the sale of this book will go to Vision Beyond Borders and the Daw Gyi Daw Nge Orphanage. Photos - An 8 page insert features many of the people whose stories are told. Binding - Paperback Pages - 152 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Does our faith work in all circumstances? On a Monday morning and when we are on holiday? Chatting with friends and surfing the Internet? Doing the washing and driving the car? The Keswick Convention 2009 looked at 'faith that works' - anywhere, everywhere, all the time. This book is the best of that teaching. Dale Ralph Davis takes us through "1 Kings", while Lyndon Bowring considers how to be a Christian voice in the nation. With teaching from Steve Brady, Tim Chester, David Coffey, Stephen Gaukroger, Jonathan Lamb, Peter Maiden, Conrad Mbewe, John Risbridger and Paul Williams, this book is practical, thought-provoking and inspiring. This title is brought to you by Keswick Ministries. Find out more at https://www.keswickministries.org

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Adrian Plass and Jeff Lucas are renowned for their ability to express the silly side of Christian culture, and to cut through our pretensions and foibles with incisive wit. In this long-awaited sequel to Seriously Funny the pair again join comedic forces to challenge and entertain us with candid, moving, hilarious excerpts from their personal correspondence.

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"If you are a believer this book is a must read. If you are a sceptic this is a must read for you too. If you think you are too "intellectual" for Christian belief let this book tell you how wrong you are and inspire you to try a better way with God, instead of without Him. Highly recommended - a great Australian book which will blow you away." (Marian Klitzke, (Tasmania), a retired social worker and ex-owner of a Christian bookshop. Emailed to the author and posted on You-tube with the promo.) Trained at the University of New South Wales, Dr Ern Crocker is an experienced nuclear medicine physician, and the first to practise ultrasound in Australia. As he reconciled his Christian faith with his understanding of medicine, Dr Crocker became aware that God was working alongside him during an after-hours medical emergency. In this book, Dr Crocker recounts this life-changing encounter with the miraculous power of God, and also presents the testimonies of many other doctors who, like him, have experienced the presence of a "silent partner" as they carry out their medical duties. Readers will be amazed at these insiders' accounts of how God intervenes in the world of medicine today! "An essential read for those struggling with the considerable challenge of integrating a passion for the science of medicine, the art of compassionate holistic care and a love of the God who has created them." Dr Michael Burke MBBS, PhD, FRACGP, FAICD Christian Medical and Dental Fellowship of Australia "It is my hope that this book will encourage a large number of people to recognize that their hope lies with God, rather than with themselves." Ben Carson MD, Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Professor of Neurological Surgery, Oncology, Plastic Surgery, and Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins University. Author of Gifted Hands "This is an inspirational book. I recommend it to all, but especially to students and young professionals in health care. Over and over again it shows that God is faithful to those who seek him and intervenes in the lives of his followers. He is the healer, whether it be through medical or miraculous means. May it encourage those in the medical world to go after God more and more and see his kingdom come in health care in the nations." Dr Ken Curry, Health Care In Christ, Australia "To some, a Christian doctor is an oxymoron in our day and age. Dr Ern Crocker in his book Nine Minutes Past Midnight demonstrates keen intellectual precision whole at the same time positioning himself in a very real faith. I love the reality of the book. I enjoy the stories of incredible medical and technological breakthrough. I am in awe when healing comes when doctors know that it was not their efforts alone that won the day. Both types are stories of divine intervention. I am comforted that others struggle with the reality that healing is not effected in every case, either by divine or by natural means. The reality of our limitations as shared in this book, serves to remind us that there is still much to learn, and much to keep us humble, even while celebrating great success. This book and its heroes are worth celebrating." David Crabtree, Senior Pastor, DaySpring Church, Australia "Nine Minutes Past Midnight is a compelling book, demonstrating perfectly what it looks like when the kingdom of heaven is expressed through the hands of those in the medical field. With interviews and testimonies from professionals all over the world, Dr Ernest Crocker has courageously painted a clear picture of what it looks like when the hand of God is upon and working through doctors surrendered to Him. This book will encourage your faith as you read about the many who have encountered God and have successfully carried Him into the world of medicine." Bill Johnson, Senior Pastor, Bethel Church, California. Author of When Heaven Invades Earth and Secrets To Imitating God Nine Minutes Past Midnight is essentially a compilation of interviews, conversations, and anecdotes, involving both doctors and patients. The purpose of Crocker's assembled interviews, conversations, and anecdotes, was to set out "factual evidence" - sometimes quite startling factual evidence - entrusted to him by "prominent medical practitioners of sound mind and undisputed word" (thereby confirming Crocker's own relevant experiences) regarding "the manner in which a 'personal' God interacts and intervenes in the lives of doctors, their patients, families and friends." This factual evidence related to God's intervening in the healing process today, not simply in the past. Put differently, the central theme of Nine Minutes Past Midnight is the experience by doctors and patients of God's presence now in day-to-day medical practice as the "third person involved in patient care and in the healing process...that unseen person or 'silent partner'." Rarely does a reviewer get to write about a book as remarkable as Ernest Crocker's Nine Minutes Past Midnight. Dr Colin Goodwin (extract from review) "Mr Ernest Crocker does not work alone but with a 'silent partner' he calls on during his treatment. As a young doctor he found just how powerful this 'silent partner' is when called out to a medical emergency at Nine Minutes Past Midnight. It was beyond explanation how this woman, pronounced dead twice by other medical personnel, lived without any lasting effects. This miracle encouraged and changed Dr Crocker, the first nuclear medicine physician in Australia to practise ultrasound. Nine Minutes Past Midnight begins with this incredible story and is followed by Dr Crocker's medical and spiritual journey and stories of other Christian doctors he encountered and interviewed over the years. It is a book of incredible faith, from medical personnel praying and trusting God to heal patients when their prognosis and ethics tell them the opposite, to the faith of patients whose lives are healed when their prognosis is non-existent. This truly inspirational book would be a great encouragement to those training or working in the health field. They will learn to trust God the healer would be a great encouragement to those training or working in the health field. They will learn to trust God the healer to work in the lives of patients either through medical or miraculous means and realise the limits of medical abilities against God's healing power. Highly recommended." - Elizabeth Gardner Weekly Challenge New Zealand's Christian Newspaper, 23/06/2012

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Tracing her family history from 1816, the author provides a fascinating account of five generations of missions activity. Covers the founding of the WEC mission organisation, and missionaries in sucessive generations of the family: Royal Wilder, Robert Wilder, Grace Hoyte (nee Wilder), Elizabeth Goldsmith (nee Hoyte), Ruth Valerio (nee Goldsmith).

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Children aged 4 andover will love reading about the story of the resurrection in Children's Bible Stories: Jesus IsRisen.

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Children aged 4 andover will love reading about Daniel in the lions' den in Children's Bible Stories: Danieland the Lions.

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Children aged 4 andover will love reading one of Jesus' parables in Children's Bible Stories: The GoodSamaritan.

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