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Calming Bible Crosswords
$9.99Add to cartIn a stressful world, here’s the perfect way to unwind!
Calming Bible Crosswords is a brand-new collection featuring smaller puzzles with more recognizable, less obscure answers.
The 99 themed puzzles each include 16 to 22 words from the beloved King James Version, with clues sometimes featuring a clever or humorous twist.
Easy to complete and focused completely on God’s Word, these puzzles promise relaxing fun for players of all ages and backgrounds.
Clues are accompanied by Bible references, answers are provided, and the larger type and puzzle grids are easy on the eyes.
Unwind a bit with Calming Bible Crosswords!
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Outside The Box InsideTheBook
$16.99Add to cartFifty-two brief inspirational chapters will make you laugh, cry, contemplate, and, hopefully, SHARE. Short attention span? No problem! Time constraints? I feel your pain! Reading rack above the toilet paper? Gotcha covered! Years of drawing on the unADULTerated wisdom of children as, together, we explored baffling theology helped bring to life what our weekly Biblical topics meant to them in their real world. Teaching timeless scriptural truths for all ages uses the same methods Jesus found effective. Parables drawn from simple relatable everyday things sowed spiritual seeds that would continue to grow in his followers’ hearts and bear fruit in their lives. He also used shock and awe OUTSIDE THE BOX to entice the woman at the well to bring her friends to hear for themselves. This volume is perfect for personal meditation, daily devotions, stocking stuffers, graduation gifts, deployed military, get-well encouragement, senior assisted-living libraries, airplane and cruise ship recreational reading, and, especially, families jumpstarting each busy week of the year together INSIDE THE BOOK. In lighthearted and tear-jerking ways OUTSIDE THE BOX #INSIDE THE BOOK is meant to encourage young and old alike to find everywhere and in everything, their own glimpses of God and be compelled to share them! Today, we live in a culture that is almost a blank canvas. If we do not share those divine insights in a world gone sideways, who will?
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Under Threat Of Death
$18.99Add to cartRaised as a Christian minority in a Muslim nation, Shagufta Kausar learned early on to never argue about faith or to stand up for her beliefs. Doing so could easily lead to riots and deadly violence, so she was told to always be silent, like a lamb.
In 2013, local police raided Shagufta’s home, accusing her of sending a blasphemous text to a local imam. As a mother of four, Shagufta was arrested, her handicapped husband, Shafqat, was hung upside down and beaten, and her children were put in state custody. The truth was, Shagufta didn’t even have a phone and was illiterate – she couldn’t write or speak the language in the text. She was impossibly innocent.
Convicted at a trial she was not allowed to attend and sentenced to death by hanging, Shagufta was told that she could save herself and her family if she would only abandon her faith and accept Islam. Under threat of death, she refused.
Her stunning true story of a courageous mother of four standing against the tyranny of her country’s blasphemy laws illuminates the reality of what many Christians around the world face every day. Shagufta is a voice for Christian minorities that suffer daily persecution under unjust laws.
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Diary Of An Old Soul Annotated Edition
$30.00Add to cartIn 1880, George MacDonald self-published a long poem in book form-seven-line stanzas for each day of the year expressing his longings, struggles, and joys in everyday life. Now in this deluxe edition, the complete text of MacDonald’s classic devotional resource is available with blank journaling pages and new annotations by Timothy Larsen.
“Be thou the well by which I lie and rest;
Be thou my tree of life, my garden ground;
Be thou my home, my fire, my chamber blest,
My book of wisdom, loved of all the best;
Oh, be my friend, each day still newer found,
As the eternal days and nights go round!
Nay, nay-thou art my God, in whom all loves are bound!”In 1880, the prolific author George MacDonald self-published a long poem in book form as a gift for his friends. He called it, in full, A Book of Strife in the Form of the Diary of an Old Soul. It contained a new seven-line stanza for each day of the calendar year, written as prayers expressing MacDonald’s longings, struggles, and joys in everyday life.
The Diary was originally printed with a blank page facing every page of poetry so that readers could supplement MacDonald’s diary with their own. This feature in particular, along with the spiritual wisdom and literary artistry of the text itself, was beloved by C. S. Lewis, who gave a copy of the book to his future wife, Joy Davidman, as a Christmas gift in 1952.
Now in this deluxe edition, MacDonald’s classic devotional resource is again available with the blank pages he envisioned alongside the complete text. With a new introduction and explanatory notes by historian Timothy Larsen, the beloved writer’s prayers find new life for enthusiasts and first-time readers alike.
*Complete text of MacDonald’s classic work-one poem for each day of the year
*Thoughtful layout with a blank page for journaling opposite each poem
*Introduction and annotations by historian Timothy Larsen
*Deluxe features including cloth binding and bookmark ribbon -
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Why I Believe
Original price was: $27.00.$21.97Current price is: $21.97.Add to cartA leadership expert, clinical psychologist, and New York Times bestselling author asks the big questions and shares his early mental health struggles in this groundbreaking, uplifting book.
World-renowned psychologist and leadership expert Henry Cloud has impacted millions of lives through his groundbreaking books and through his work coaching leaders of the most influential organizations in the world. But few people know the details of his own story and how he became one of the most beloved and respected psychologists and faith influencers in America.
In this indelibly personal and vulnerable book, Dr. Cloud leads us through his early struggles with illness and depression and the miracles that healed him and led him to his calling as a healer of others. Through masterful storytelling combined with a deeply nuanced understanding of the human mind, Dr. Cloud invites readers to inhabit the spaces of suffering and elation that make us most human and to walk alongside of him as he ponders the great questions we are so often afraid to ask but which also give life meaning.
Written in the vein of such groundbreaking books as An Unquiet Mind, When Breath Becomes Air, and On Being Mortal, Why I Believe is a masterwork in spiritual exploration from one of the great scientific minds and faith voices of our time.
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God Who Became Bread
$16.99Add to cartThe gospel of God is the Bread of the Presence, and it reaches down into the
deepest, darkest, ugliest recesses of the human spirit, the places polite chit-chat
won’t allow, the places watery juice doesn’t open up, the places where crawfish
and other creeping things of the swamps live.These are the places in which we run to the altar and find the bread, still warm.
Places in which we begin to get full. Where our only food becomes God Himself.
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In this memoir described as “poetic, raw, and achingly beautiful,” Emily T. Wierenga takes readers on a vulnerable literary journey.A former anorexic who nearly starved to death, Emily longed for more-the more she’d glimpsed during her childhood in the Congo, surrounded by vibrant faith. All she had now was dry religion. She craved a Communion that was more than an empty ritual.
It would be Emily’s return to Africa that would bring her healing. Unexpectedly, it would be the poorest of the poor who would lead her there. Emily exchanged her deep struggles with food for a growing discovery that the God of inapproachable light “dons an apron and prepares us a banquet.”
All who are broken-come to the table. Break bread with Emily, and feast on the God Who Became Bread. You will never go hungry again.
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Joy Of An Uncluttered Life
$12.00Add to cartBattle burnout, simplify your life, and change your thinking with #1 New York Times bestselling author and renowned Bible teacher Joyce Meyer.
Many of us understand how easy it is for life to become hectic, stressful, and busy. We are overcommitted, have no free time, and feel trapped in the daily demands of life. But there is good news–you don’t have to live this way!
In The Joy of an Uncluttered Life, you will find relief from burnout and unnecessary stress with 100 ways to simplify your life. These doable tips will teach you to set boundaries, stay positive, clear out clutter in your life, deal with other people in healthy ways, and more. Even the smallest things we do in a day have the power to bring about more peace, and this book will empower you to make lasting changes in your life.
Discover a life beyond stress and frustration and develop a mindset of simplicity and peace!
Derived from material previously published in 100 Ways to Simplify Your Life.
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Heavenly Rescues And Answered Prayers
$14.99Add to cartPowerful Stories of Life’s Emergencies
For more than 35 years, veteran EMT Andrea Jo Rodgers has been helping people in their most terrifying and vulnerable moments–and bearing witness to the miraculous power and handiwork of God.
In this new collection of unforgettable stories, Andrea shares more heart-pounding accounts of rescues and interventions from her vast experience as a first responder. Whether it’s a boy fallen through thin ice into freezing water, an old woman and her walker stuck at a railroad crossing, or a loyal dog playing guardian angel for his incapacitated owner, join Andrea as she responds to incredible scenarios that testify to God’s power and love.
Not only will you be astounded by the courage exemplified by Andrea and other first responders, but you will also be inspired by her faith, empathy, and hope–even amid the most daunting circumstances. These powerful stories will encourage you and deepen your awe for God’s amazing mercy and grace.
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Gentle Thoughts After Loss
$14.99Add to cart*FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE BESTSELLER MY BEAUTIFUL BROKEN SHELL*
These short reflections and Scripture verses, coupled with beautiful artwork throughout, give grieving readers the peace and hope they need, whenever they need it most.
Whatever your loss may be–a loved one, your health, your job, your security, your freedom, or your spirit–you need to know that Jesus is right there with you. Experience His presence as you meditate on select Scripture verses and encouraging affirmations, such as:
I will get through this with God’s help.
I am stronger than I think.
I will only do what I am comfortable doing and what I have the energy for.
Gentle Thoughts After Loss also makes a loving and thoughtful gift for someone you know who’s grieving.
May this book bring you comfort in simple, small ways and remind you that are not alone.
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Life Is Funny Until Its Not
$24.99Add to cartOne of America’s funniest women opens up in this real and raw memoir, encouraging readers to face life’s trials with unshakeable faith and joy.
A stand-up comedian beloved for her combination of feisty wit and Southern charm, Pierce knows all too well that life is funny–until it’s not. But she also knows that it will become funny again. She’s held on to that hope–and that promise–through tragedy and triumph.
And now she’s finally ready to tell her full story.In Life Is Funny until It’s Not, Pierce recounts a preacher’s daughter’s childhood filled with heartbreak, including abuse, her parents’ divorce, and the sudden deaths of her two sisters in the span of two years. Even after she achieved success in her comedy tours, trials and tragedy dogged her through marriage, motherhood, and widowhood. But God was there with her through every sorrow and every joy.
This story of unshakeable hope and faith will inspire readers to turn to God and trust his faithfulness.
Chonda Pierce has a white-knuckle faith–the kind you almost dare to have taken from you. And she wants her readers to share her unapologetic courage to hope–as well as a few laughs along the way.
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Wallflower That Bloomed
$16.99Add to cartIntroducing The Wallflower that Bloomed by Cally Logan, an empowering and thought-provoking exploration of the hidden potential within each of us.
In this profound and introspective book, author Cally Logan, renowned for her impactful works Hang In There, Girl! and Dear Future Husband, unveils the untapped brilliance often overlooked in those who adorn the walls of life like forgotten decorations. As children, many of us are burdened with labels such as “shy,” “quiet,” “awkward,” or simply “different.” These descriptors, casually assigned by others or even self-imposed, confine us to the sidelines, rendering our voices faint and our presence unnoticed. But within the depths of our being lies a multitude of stories to be shared, perspectives to be offered, and reflections to be pondered.
The Wallflower that Bloomed challenges societal norms that pigeonhole individuals into these predetermined roles of invisibility. With heartfelt sincerity, Cally Logan urges us to strip away the stigma associated with being an outsider, to cease judging those who prefer solitude, and, most importantly, to learn to truly see others for who they authentically are. Moreover, this captivating exploration compels us to reflect upon our own journey towards self-acceptance and self-love.
Instead of resigning ourselves to a life of isolation and judgment, we are invited to embrace the notion that we can stand proudly in our uniqueness, fully blooming into the remarkable beings we were always meant to be.
What if we shattered the preconceived notions and misconceptions that surround individuals labeled as “wallflowers”?
What if we focused on truly knowing, accepting, and appreciating one another for the awe-inspiring qualities that set us apart?
And what if, in the process, we also learned to extend this grace and understanding to ourselves?
The Wallflower that Bloomed sparks an introspective journey, inviting readers to break free from the confines of societal expectations and embrace their inherent worth. With Cally Logan as our compassionate guide, we are encouraged to unleash the dormant potential within us, stepping into the fullness of our being and embracing the brilliance that lies within. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and transformed as you immerse yourself in The Wallflower that Bloomed.
Cally Logan’s powerful words will remind you that, just like a wallflower that blossoms, you too can break free from the shadows and bloom beautifully, embra
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God Story
$17.99Add to cartWhat is my purpose? Where is my place? What is the point?
Within a culture of confusion, we need something to anchor ourselves in – or rather, someone. The God Story invites you to find yourself and your purpose within God’s overarching and awe-inspiring plans for humanity.
Faithfully unfolding the narrative of Scripture in a chronological yet poetic way, The God Story welcomes you to immerse yourself in the sacred themes of scripture – from work and rest, to sexuality and justice – whilst reinforcing the truth we can build our lives on: that God is love.
Exploring three common threads that permeate the pages of the Bible – the presence paradigm, the family paradigm, and the Kingdom paradigm – The God Story pulls us into a deeper knowledge of God, encouraging prayer, reflection and worship.
It is time to be enchanted afresh by the story of Scripture and in doing so to find personal fulfilment, transformation, and the inspiration to make a difference in today’s world.
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Diva Principle : Divine Inspiration For Victorious Attitude (Revised)
$16.99Add to cartDeep inside the heart of every woman is a diva just waiting to be released. It lies underneath all of the other things she has supposedly “learned” about herself–truth, fiction, deception, or just the superimposed bad feelings of others who’ve tried to smother the diva within.
Although the word diva now evokes the image of a vain or undisciplined person, author Michelle McKinney Hammond takes diva back to its original meaning. It comes from the word prima donna or “first lady” and was used to describe the principal female singer in an opera or concert organization, who was the best of the best.
The DIVA Principle: Divine Inspiration for Victorious Attitude shines a spotlight on fourteen women of the Bible who displayed diva-tude, including Deborah from the book of Judges, the Queen of Sheba, Wisdom, Ruth, Jacob’s wives Rachel and Leah, Esther, Rahab, and more. In the process, Michelle encourages women to embrace their God-given qualities and assets with the understanding that they are fearfully and wonderfully made.
With solid, practical advice, Michelle suggests ways for women to get their head, heart, life, and act together so that they will emerge happy and victorious as divas in the best sense of the word.
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Wanda E Brunstetters Amish Friends Outdoor Cookbook
$17.99Add to cartAmish Friends Share Their Love for Nature and Cooking Outdoors
Do you love nature and time spent in the backyard playing or relaxing around a campfire? When you also want to eat while outside, you don’t need to make do with just a hot dog on a stick. Your Amish friends are here to share their tips for cooking outdoors while still at home or away at a campsite.
Brand new, from New York Times bestselling author of Amish fiction, Wanda E. Brunstetter, is a must-have cookbook for nature lovers and adventurous cooks. Amish cooks have shared over 250 recipes divided into sections by method: stick, pie iron, foil packet, cast iron, grill. Also included is advice for building a fire, packing a cooler, maintaining cast-iron tools, and much more. Encased in a lay-flat binding and presented in full color, home cooks of all ages will be delighted to add this cookbook to their collections.
There is something very special about making memories around a fire with family and friends, and now you can add good, comforting food to your time of fellowship.
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Do It Anyway (Large Type)
$28.00Add to cartIn this inspiring guide to the power of faithful resilience, Tasha Cobbs Leonard–Grammy Award winner and Billboard’s Gospel Artist of the Decade–shares the secret that helps her persevere: When saying yes to God doesn’t make sense, do it anyway.
Pastor, entrepreneur, and gospel music icon Tasha Cobbs Leonard tells of journeying through moments of unforeseen challenges while holding to an unshakable God and discovering that our greatest breakthroughs come when we make the courageous choice to show up and do hard things anyway.
Tasha tells remarkable stories of experiencing this firsthand when she committed to dreams even when they seemed unrealistic, pursued adoption though it looked impossible, navigated the dynamics of a blended family despite challenges, and watched God move in each step of endurance through infertility and depression.
With true testimony and conviction, Tasha inspires you toward a bolder way of life with the promise that it will always be worth it on the other side. Along the way, she equips you with practical tools to help you:
– Dream big with God again
– Focus on God’s direction over the loudness of the world
– Never forget God’s faithfulness, especially in the midst of your hopelessness
– Don’t let fear of failure force you to quit on your miracle too soon
– Believe firmly that no mess and no amount of pain is beyond God’s redemptionWhether you’re feeling stuck, stressed, or simply weary–there’s a more a hopeful way to live, a bolder way to believe.
To follow God when the way seems impossible, persevere in faith even when the odds are stacked–this is what it means to “do it anyway.”
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Stories And Puzzles For Courageous Girls
$9.99Add to cartHere are 24 fantastic, fun word search puzzles for your girl’s enjoyment!
Grab a pencil,, and get ready to begin a 2-in-1 story AND word search journey!
Girls, ages 4 to 8, will be prompted to read through the stories of courageous women of faith–including Esther, Hannah, Lottie Moon, Helen Keller, Clara Barton, Fanny Crosby, and more!
As they read, they’ll notice bold words throughout each Bible story. These are the words they’ll be searching for in each puzzle. If they get stuck, answer key pages are in the back of the book!
Girls will be delighted and entertained as they solve simple word search puzzles and learn about extraordinary women who have made a difference in our world!
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Survivors Secrets : Once Trafficked, Now Free From Feelings Of Worthlessnes
$16.99Add to cartIn a world where darkness can seem impenetrable, A Survivor’s Secrets emerges as a testament to the indomitable power of the human spirit and the transformative nature of God’s love.
Just as she emerged from years of childhood physical and sexual abuse, Gina Cavallo found herself ensnared for nearly three years in the clutches of human traffickers, enduring the unspeakable horrors of prostitution. After a harrowing escape, Gina spent the next three decades shackled by fear, shame, and a crushing sense of worthlessness as she concealed her painful past–even from her husband. Her tale is ultimately one of resilience, courage, and eventual liberation. Today, Gina is a prominent speaker, advocate, and mentor for survivors of human trafficking. A Survivor’s Secrets will …
*increase your understanding of the human trafficking crisis,
*strengthen your resolve for change,
*provide insight into the mechanisms used to lure people, and
*inspire you to advocate for those trapped in bondage.You will discover God’s astounding power to free anyone of the grip of fear, shame, and worthlessness that holds so many captive. Witnessing Gina’s pathway to recovery becomes a guided tour to inviting God’s brilliant light to penetrate even the darkest memories and traumas that we or our loved ones have been enduring.
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Tired Of Being Tired
$39.99Add to cartIf you’re a woman, chances are you know the cycle: You start the day already exhausted and end it defeated, all the while telling yourself things will get better if you can just power through this week. But then the weeks turn into months, and you start to believe you’ll never be able to stop, slow down, or catch your breath. You wouldn’t even know how if you tried. And yet God has made you for a life of abundance, not a life of exhaustion. It’s time to quit the unsustainable pace and receive God’s gift of realistic rest.
With relatable stories and eye-opening insights, bestselling author and speaker Jess Connolly offers good news to soul-weary women: There is a better way, and it is yours for the taking. She shows you:
* how to find the source of your fatigue
* scripts for saying no and strategies for protecting your peace
* practices for bringing realistic rest into your daily and weekly rhythmsYou can break the cycle of living like you’re constantly on the hook and come to Jesus to find rest for your weary and burdened soul. This book will show you how to find new rhythms so that you can experience the abundant life God intended for you.
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Bible Trivia Test
$5.99Add to cartWhat do you recall from the world’s greatest Book?
Find out with Bible Trivia Test! Each letter of the alphabet features four quizzes of five questions each. . .from “Abel” and “Also Known As” to “Z Inside” and “Zion.”
There’s also a system for keeping track of points, and a bonus, “Risk It!” question with each quiz to potentially double your score.
These hundred-plus quizzes provide more than five hundred total questions to challenge and entertain you for hours.
Bible Trivia Test: What Do You Recall from the World’s Greatest Book? makes Bible learning fun. It’s perfect for personal reading, Sunday school classes, or other church events.
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Master Your Inner World
$15.95Add to cartWelcome to a transformational journey towards self-discovery and personal empowerment with Earl Nightingale’s profound guide, Master Your Inner World. Nightingale, the legendary motivational speaker and author, brings you an illuminating exploration of emotions, happiness, and the hidden depths of human potential.
Delve into your emotional landscape with Nightingale’s deep, insightful exploration of human emotions. Learn how to identify, understand, and effectively manage negative emotions, leading to a healthier, happier life.
Nightingale offers robust tools and strategies to help you navigate the complexities of your emotional world, teaching you how to replace negativity with positivity, fear with courage, and anxiety with peace.
Discover the true essence of happiness and how to cultivate it in your life. Nightingale presents compelling arguments and practical techniques to embrace joy, gratitude, and serenity in daily life.
Master Your Inner World isn’t just about overcoming negativity; it’s about unleashing the power of your potential. Learn how to harness your unique abilities and gifts, and stride confidently towards your goals.
Earl Nightingale’s inspirational guidance is the beacon that lights your path towards personal growth and inner peace. His words inspire, motivate, and empower, encouraging you to take control of your life.
“Earl Nightingale’s Master Your Inner World is more than just a book – it’s a masterclass in personal growth and emotional intelligence. Learn to navigate your emotional world, unshackle from negative feelings, and unearth the happiness that lies within. This is your opportunity to seize control, unleash your true potential, and embark on a journey towards a life of fulfillment and joy.”
Start your journey to inner peace and maximum potential today!
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Words That Shaped Our World Volume Two
$19.95Add to cartThe fastest way to success in any endeavor of life is to study the wisdom of people who have been where you want to go–this collective wisdom is stored between quotation marks and offered to you in Words That Shaped Our World Volume Two.
These significant quotations are powerful not only for their message, but also for who spoke or wrote them and the circumstances surrounding each person.
Jim Stovall, New York Times bestselling author whose books have been adapted into nine films, and Kathy Johnson, a highly regarded author, editor and researcher, share their insight on twenty-two quotations that transcend time and place–forming an energetic link of human experiences.
These are legendary quotations to live by, that shape our lives and inspire us to live more meaningful lives. These men and women had a vision and followed their dreams–you can too!Quotes include wisdom from:
*Artists, Actors, Musicians: Dolly Parton, John Wayne, Norman Rockwell, Lucille Ball, John Lennon, Marilyn Monroe, Louis Gossett Jr., Raquel Welch, Steve Martin, Bob Newhart
*Politician: Margaret Thatcher
*Novelists, Screenwriter, Journalist: Mel Brooks, Kurt Vonnegut, Leo Tolstoy, Andy Rooney
*Scientist: Sir Isaac Newton
*Inventor and Business Leader: Henry Ford
*Military Icon, Astronaut, Discoverer: Julius Caesar, Neil Armstrong, Robert Ballard
*Athletes: Michael Jordan, Chuck Wepner
Discover–or rediscover–the inspiration and motivation you need to create an exciting, impactful, purposeful life worth living…today!
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Where The Waves Turn Back
$18.99Add to cartIn this powerful memoir, following the death of his mother, Tyson Motsenbocker retraces the journey an 18th century priest took in this harrowing story of one man’s pilgrimage of healing and finding beauty and hope in tragedy.
After years on the road performing at sold-out venues, Tyson Motsenbocker returned home to the impending death of his 57-year-old hero and mother. He begged God to heal her, but she died anyway. When they buried her body, Tyson also buried the childhood version of his faith.
Shortly before her death, however, Tyson became intrigued by the complicated legacy of Father Junipero Serra, the 18th-century Franciscan monk and canonized saint who dedicated his life to the idea that tragedy and suffering are portals to renewal. Father Serra built Missions up and down the California coast, spreading Christianity, as well as enabling and aiding in the oppression and colonization of the native Californians. Tyson discovered Serra’s “El Camino Real,” a 600-mile pilgrimage route up the California coast that had been largely forgotten for more than 200 years.
Two days after they buried his mother, Tyson set out on a pilgrimage of sorts, intending to walk from San Diego to San Francisco along the El Camino, following in the footsteps of the saint. Tyson’s journey takes him down smog-choked highways, across fog-laden beaches, past multi-million-dollar coastal estates, and along the towering cliffs of Big Sur. And as he walks, Tyson also wrestles with his faith, questioning the pat answers and easy prayers he once readily accepted, trying to understand how hope and tragedy can all be wrapped up in the same God. The people he meets along the way challenge his understanding of the meaning of security, of what it means to live a meaningful life, and of the legacies we all leave behind.
Where the Waves Turn Back is both part journal and part spiritual memoir, and ultimately, a thrilling and deeply satisfying read that asks questions that will resonate with readers seeking meaning in an utterly disorienting age.
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Pastors Wives Tell All
$39.99Add to cartIn a world that expects near perfection from people in ministry, it is hard to be honest about struggles of being a pastor’s wife or a woman in ministry–let alone have a sense of humor about it! In their popular podcast, Pastors’ Wives Tell All, Jessica Taylor, Stephanie Gilbert, and Jenna Allen create a safe place for pastors’ wives and women in ministry to be their most authentic selves. Now they’re bringing their wit and wisdom to women through the written word.
Addressing topics such as how to smash stereotypes, deal with marital issues, make friends, and overcome parenting anxiety, they remind pastors’ wives (and the people in their congregations) that God doesn’t expect them to be superhuman. They show women how to:
* establish and maintain healthy boundaries
* seek wise counsel
* confess their sins and shortcomings aloud
* shed the persona of perfection
* and much moreIf you’re a pastor’s wife–by calling, by choice, or by circumstance–you’ll find relief, renewal, and refreshment in the pages of this book.
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Her Rites : A Sacred Journey For The Mind, Body, And Soul
$27.00Add to cartA daring invitation to discover and claim your identity and purpose, and to embrace the freedom to thrive right where you are
Every woman wants wholeness-to be at home in her body, in her relationships, in her life. But women too often feel that they don’t belong to themselves. The path to wholeness, to a woman belonging to herself, is formidable, and women know they can’t travel it alone.
Author, teacher, and therapist Dr. Christy Angelle Bauman has dedicated her life to guiding women on this path to meaning and profound joy.
In Her Rites, Dr. Bauman takes you into her office and through six transformative exercises: a deep dive into the most common rites of passage in every woman’s life, when she sometimes loses hold of herself but also has a unique opportunity to reclaim herself.
* Birth: claiming how and why you came into the world
* Initiation: coming of age
* Exile: finding yourself
* Creation: bringing something new into the world
* Intuition: acquiring embodied wisdom that comes later in life
* Legacy: living with emotional and spiritual readiness for one’s own deathThese rites help women to find wholeness and self-knowledge. Included in Her Rites are ritual templates and exercises that Dr. Bauman employs with her clients, which will help any woman incorporate the principles of self-reclamation into her daily life.
Dr. Bauman has seen again and again that by learning to pause and to reflect on these key moments, we can come home to ourselves and receive the gift of flourishing.
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Pastors Wives Tell All
$18.99Add to cartIn a world that expects near perfection from people in ministry, it is hard to be honest about struggles of being a pastor’s wife or a woman in ministry–let alone have a sense of humor about it! In their popular podcast, Pastors’ Wives Tell All, Jessica Taylor, Stephanie Gilbert, and Jenna Allen create a safe place for pastors’ wives and women in ministry to be their most authentic selves. Now they’re bringing their wit and wisdom to women through the written word.
Addressing topics such as how to smash stereotypes, deal with marital issues, make friends, and overcome parenting anxiety, they remind pastors’ wives (and the people in their congregations) that God doesn’t expect them to be superhuman. They show women how to:
* establish and maintain healthy boundaries
* seek wise counsel
* confess their sins and shortcomings aloud
* shed the persona of perfection
* and much moreIf you’re a pastor’s wife–by calling, by choice, or by circumstance–you’ll find relief, renewal, and refreshment in the pages of this book.
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I Want To Matter
Original price was: $14.99.$8.97Current price is: $8.97.Add to cartWe all want to matter, right? We want to love people well and be loved in return. We want to have made a difference before our life is over. We want to have lived a full life without any regrets. In I Want to Matter, New York Times bestselling author and former Today show host Kathie Lee Gifford shares stories about her life and encourages you to remember your self-worth and never give up on your dreams.
In this beautiful two-color 60-day DayReader(R) each day features a:
*focal topic,
*story from Kathie Lee Gifford’s life,
*and reflection questions to help you apply the message to your own life.I Want to Matter is inspired by a song written by Kathie Lee and includes content from her New York Times bestselling book, It’s Never Too Late. She wants to help you feel seen and heard. This daily reader is great for:
*birthdays, Mother’s Day, Teacher Appreciation Day, Hanukkah, Christmas, or as a just because gift to anyone needing encouragement.
*morning and night reading routines.
*anyone searching for an inspirational message.
This DayReader(R) is a way for you to relive the moments that shaped you into who you are today and will allow you to revive your ability to wonder because you truly do matter.
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Create A Life You Love
$19.99Add to cartYou–and only you–get to decide what you want your life to look like. Not your Aunt Susan, your mom, or even your best friend. You–and only you–get to decide who you are, what you want to do with your life, where you’ll call home, and what kind of family you want to build. But do you know how to intentionally and confidently build your life in a way that’s authentic to you?
Writer, speaker, and podcaster Stephanie May Wilson has guided hundreds of thousands of women through these life-defining decisions. She has developed a framework to show people how to build lives they’re excited about and truly proud of, and she’s here to help you too.
With wit, warmth, and relatability, Stephanie guides you on a journey of self-discovery that will help you:
*Find freedom to set aside societal pressures and define what you want your life to look like
*Feel empowered and equipped to figure out what’s most important to you
*Discover where you want to go in life and a plan to make it happen
*Build security and peace in both who you are and the season you’re in
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Less Stress More Calm
$19.95Add to cartEach stress personality chapter highlights “stress resets” and unique “superpowers” to use to shift your mindset, get to know your inner voice more intimately, and learn what parts of yourself under stress might actually be used as golden opportunities for growth.
“The point of this book is to learn how to manage and control how you uniquely show up under stress: your stress personality. Stress isn’t the problem,” writes the author.
Less Stress, More Calm isn’t just another self-help book with one-size-fits-all vague and generalized concepts. Years of research and personal experience have led author Lauren Hodges, EdD., to a local, national, and internationally successful career providing proven, adaptable, and easily implemented strategies for living a calmer, more enjoyable life with less stress.The author’s quirky sense of humor, community compassion, scientific insight, and devotion to her field of expertise in human performance and well-being bring you to a sense of self otherwise unknown or yet understood.
Less Stress, More Calm identifies and defines eight Stress Personalities:
*The Fighter
*The Runner
*The Worrier
*The Freezer
*The Pleaser
*The Negative Self-Talker
*The Distracted
*The ThriverAfter readers identify their stress personality (or personalities – they’re not locked into one), they are provided practical and specific steps to better managing stress, including:
*interactive exercises
*a no-wrong-answers stress inventory
*thought-provoking, reflective questions
*interesting science lessons
*dozens of stress reset strategiesReaders will learn to better recognize themselves under stress and take action to recover so they can show up as their best more often for people and relationships that matter most, at work and at home.
From reef diving in the Florida Keys to Michael Jordan to a Navy SEAL to powerful client stories and testimonies, Less Stress, More Calm is the perfect combination of serious, fun, and real-life examples of what works and what doesn’t when aiming for a life with less stress and more calm!
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Napoleon Hills How To Create A Motivated Mindset
$15.95Add to cartMotivation is more than a feeling–it’s a state of mind!
In this book, you will learn the secrets to creating a motivated mindset from Napoleon Hill, author of the international bestselling books Think and Grow Rich and Outwitting the Devil.
Like any state of mind, motivation must be cultivated through the repeated expression of thought habits. Discover how you can take control of your mind power and direct it to attain the things you desire in life–all through the application of simple principles and daily practices that condition your mind for success.Harness the energy of thought to transform motives into burning desires that ignite your enthusiasm, stimulate your imagination, and inspire you to take action daily on your goals. Uncover the keys to:
*Letting go of negative energy and limiting beliefs
*Creating an environment that primes you for success
*Overcoming procrastination and other mental blocks
*Attracting opportunities with a positive mental attitude
*Leveraging challenges as stepping stones to success
*And more!Napoleon Hill’s How to Create a Motivated Mindset equips you with the tools and techniques you need to access the mind’s unlimited power for achievement so that you can get and stay motivated on your path to purpose.
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Live Slowly : A Gentle Invitation To Exhale
$18.00Add to cartGive yourself permission to slow down.
Jodi Grubbs did not give herself permission for too long, falling headlong into the endless rush and exhaustion of hustle culture. After leaving her childhood home on the island of Bonaire in the Caribbean, she had assumed the rapid pace and stress of city living in the States. Soon she realized God was bidding her to a return to the “island time” of her past.
In time Jodi found sanctuary and ways to care for her soul by making space for God, others, and herself. Evoking the contentment she once had in the gentle rhythms of Bonaire, she learned of another path: a path away from burnout and toward restoration. And she invites you, too, to grasp a sustainable approach to life anchored by the forced pauses of spiritual practices and an openhandedness before God. Each chapter offers slow-living shifts to help you put the concepts into practice. Begin to rest and let go of the need to keep up, as you learn to live slowly.
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Opposite Of Depression
$17.99Add to cartThere’s hope for greater satisfaction, purpose and joy in your life, even if circumstances have you down….
Stanford-trained psychiatrist David Carreon, MD, reveals what it takes to move from nagging disappointment, dissatisfaction, or depression to a life of thriving. One of the pioneers of the use of an intense form of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) in severely depressed patients, Dr. Carreon was astonished by how quickly and dramatically most of them recovered. But he also saw very clearly that just eliminating the symptoms of depression wasn’t enough. To live a truly fulfilling life, his patients needed to leave old habits behind and embrace the patterns of flourishing. In The Opposite of Depression, he draws on insights from his clinical experience, the latest research, and his Christian faith to point readers to principles and practices that promote thriving in mind, body and soul. Each chapter offers practical steps readers can take to start moving in the direction of greater satisfaction, fulfillment and purpose.
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Tired Of Being Tired Study Guide (Student/Study Guide)
$14.99Add to cartIt’s time to quit the unsustainable pace of life we find ourselves in and receive God’s gift of realistic rest.
In Tired of Being Tired, bestselling author and speaker Jess Connolly offers good news to soul-weary women: there is a better way, and it is yours for the taking. In this companion study guide, you’ll discover practical ways to apply the biblical truths that will change your life.
You can break the cycle of living like you’re constantly on the hook and come to Jesus to find rest for your weary and burdened soul. This study guide will show you how to implement new rhythms and relational patterns so that you can experience the abundant life God intended for you–in your life today, not just some unreachable future.
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Tired Of Being Tired
Original price was: $19.99.$15.99Current price is: $15.99.Add to cartIf you’re a woman, chances are you know the cycle: You start the day already exhausted and end it defeated, all the while telling yourself things will get better if you can just power through this week. But then the weeks turn into months, and you start to believe you’ll never be able to stop, slow down, or catch your breath. You wouldn’t even know how if you tried. And yet God has made you for a life of abundance, not a life of exhaustion. It’s time to quit the unsustainable pace and receive God’s gift of realistic rest.
With relatable stories and eye-opening insights, bestselling author and speaker Jess Connolly offers good news to soul-weary women: There is a better way, and it is yours for the taking. She shows you:
* how to find the source of your fatigue
* scripts for saying no and strategies for protecting your peace
* practices for bringing realistic rest into your daily and weekly rhythmsYou can break the cycle of living like you’re constantly on the hook and come to Jesus to find rest for your weary and burdened soul. This book will show you how to find new rhythms so that you can experience the abundant life God intended for you.
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Think This Not That
Original price was: $29.99.$20.97Current price is: $20.97.Add to cartAre you feeling stuck? Wanting more out of life? Use twelve powerful mindshifts to break through limiting beliefs, spark personal transformation, and build a more meaningful life.
Perhaps you’re busy but still feel empty. Maybe things haven’t turned out how you’d hoped, and life seems stale and unfulfilling. What if you could wake up every morning excited about your purpose, knowing you’re fulfilling your greatest potential?
A more meaningful life is within your reach, and it starts in one place: your mind.
Living with a mindset of false narratives will keep you stuck, locked in a prison of unpursued dreams and goals. But cultivating a new mindset based on what is actually true will set you free–free to start exploring and growing beyond the limits you thought you had.
In Think This, Not That, Dr. Josh Axe unpacks the top twelve mental barriers holding people back from realizing their potential and becoming the greatest version of themselves, and contrasts each one with a new empowering mindset, such as:
*Don’t simply drift; clarify your purpose.
*Don’t define success based on what you accomplish; base it on who you become.
*Don’t be the victim; be the hero.
*Don’t be a slave to your vices; overpower them by building virtues.
*Don’t live by popular opinion; follow enduring principles of wisdom.
*Don’t allow unintentionality; visualize a strategy.Whether you want to improve your physical or financial health, raise the quality of your relationships, or take your career to new heights, these mindshifts will help transform your life.
It’s time to break through your limiting beliefs and find out who you can become, to build a meaningful life through new thoughts and actions, and to make the switch from what’s stalled you toward a life of ultimate significance.
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No Ceiling To Hope
$14.99Add to cartServants of Christ are in the transformation business.
This kind of transformation will only happen if we refuse to be seduced by false idols like success, money, fame and security to become the church we were called to be. We need to take ownership of the problems around us and work with people who are suffering in order to find solutions and offer lasting change.
In No Ceiling to Hope, Patrick travels the globe to find examples of this change: In Bolivia, he reports how Christian backing for education projects is allowing families to find a way out of poverty. In London, XLP is mentoring young people to turn aside from violence. In Los Angeles, a new future is being offered to gang girls. In high security prisons in the UK and US, the Spirit is turning lives around. In Belfast’s Shankill Road area, a group of elderly ladies is cooking meals for men who sit all day in local pubs . . . The list is extensive, and inspiring. The common element is that, in all circumstances, Christ is offering hope.
Be inspired afresh that, when it comes to what Jesus can do, there really is no ceiling to hope.
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Ultimate Middle School Survival Guide
$29.99Add to cartBy the time you leave your elementary school, you know what to expect. You are the oldest, the smartest, the top dog. But the minute you enter middle school, everything changes. Your classes are getting harder. Your friendships are tested. Your body is changing. How do you know what’s expected of you now? And how do you keep from embarrassing yourself as you figure it all out?
The Ultimate Middle School Survival Guide is your “Do this, not that” guide to nearly everything middle school can throw your way, including:
– the first day
– bullies
– cell phone use
– homework
– gossip
– leadership
– respect
– sports
– and moreWith real-life hacks, humorous illustrations, and tons of true survival stories, Jonathan and Erica Catherman will get you through middle school like a pro.
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Mission Walker : I Was Given Three Months To Live
$19.99Add to cartAudie Award Finalist for best inspirational book!
IMAGE AWARD (Native Daughters of the Golden West)
“The Mission Walker is a marvelous book, a moving meditation on the relationships between courage and faith, endurance and transcendence.” Randall Sullivan, Creator, The Miracle Detective, Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN)
Have you ever wanted to just start walking, and never ever stop? To leave behind “WHO I AM” to find “WHO I AM.”
Walking alone, and with one lung (the other lost to cancer), Edie Littlefield Sundby became the first person in history to walk the 1,600-mile El Camino Real de las California’s mission trail through the mountain wilderness of Mexico and one of the hottest deserts on earth, and across the border to Northern California – a walk that elevated her life with meaning and purpose that transcended pain and fear – and healed her broken body.
THE MISSION WALKER is a first-hand account of harrowing adventure along the old Jesuit mission trail in Baja California Mexico — desert heat and cold, walls of cactus, sleeplessness, hunger, both physical and spiritual exhaustion, the dangers of wild creatures, and encounters with drug smugglers and weeks with no water other than what a pack mule could carry; and the tortuous agony and transcendent beauty of walking the northern half of the mission trail through California, a trek Edie made six months after losing her right lung to cancer – a journey that restored health and spirit after fighting recurrent stage 4 cancer, including 79 rounds of chemotherapy, four radical surgeries (liver, lung, colon/stomach, and throat), and dozens of radiation treatments.
Edie’s story is both an adventure story and a reflection on the universal experience of confronting our own mortality. It is a story of what we will do when faced with the potential end of our life. What do we do with our time left on earth. And how much do we still really, truly want to live.
The book cites more than 50 original historical sources and captures the untamed wilderness adventure experienced for centuries along the old Jesuit and Franciscan mission trail that unites California and Mexico and defines the Old West.
For those who crave a spirit of adventure, who ache like Edie to know what our bodies and spirits are truly capable of, this book is a must-read. A true testament to faith, courage, and the power of hope.
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Growing Slow : Lessons On Un-Hurrying Your Heart From An Accidental Farm Gi
$19.99Add to cartEnter a simpler way of living by unhurrying your heart, embracing the relaxed rhythms of nature, and discovering the meaningful gift of growing slow.
We long to make a break from the fast pace of life, but if we’re honest, we’re afraid of what we’ll miss if we do. Yet when going big and hustling hard leaves us stressed, empty, and out of sorts, perhaps this can be our cue to step into a far more satisfying, sustainable pace. In this crafted, inspiring read, beloved author Jennifer Dukes Lee offers a path to unhurried living by returning to the rhythm of the land and learning the ancient art of Growing Slow.
Jennifer was once at breaking point herself, and tells her story of rude awakening to the ways her chosen lifestyle of running hard, scaling fast, and the neverending chase for results was taking a toll on her body, heart, and soul. But when she finally gave herself permission to believe it takes time to grow good things, she found a new kind of freedom. With eloquent truths and vivid storytelling, Jennifer reflects on the lessons she learned from living on her fifth-generation family farm and the insights she gathered from the purposeful yet never rushed life of Christ. Growing Slow charts a path out of the pressures of bigger, harder, faster, and into a more rooted way of living where the growth of good things is deep and lasting.
Following the rhythms of the natural growing season, Growing Slow will help you:
*Find the true relief that comes when you stop running and start resting in Jesus
*Learn practices for unhurrying your heart and mind every day
*Let go of the pressure and embrace the small, good things already bearing fruit in your life
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By The Grace Of God
$24.99Add to cartFrom the small Zimbabwean village of Gandanzara, Bishop Eben K. Nhiwatiwa arose to be an inspiring episcopal leader in The United Methodist Church. Elected as a bishop in 2004, Bishop Nhiwatiwa led the Zimbabwe Area through many changes in the church, both locally and globally.
In his book By the Grace of God, the bishop takes the reader through his educational odyssey, winding through both Zimbabwe and the United States. He narrates with humor his introduction to the US and its very different customs. He inspires by telling the story of the remarkable series of events that led to his becoming an elected bishop.
This book also provides a succinct master class on the art and science of leadership. An avid reader and learner on the topic, Bishop Nhiwatiwa synthesizes his most important gleanings as a repertoire of leadership skills.
Bishop Nhiwatiwa became known as the “Chabadza Bishop,” advocating for true partnerships with churches and conferences in other parts of the world. Chabadza is a Shona word meaning “to give a helping hand to someone who is already working.” He strongly believes that people asking for help need to be active workers in the project for which they are asking for help or money. The bishop played a huge part in changing the idea of simply giving money, aiming to eliminate the dependency syndrome.
Bishop Nhiwatiwa believes that “life-changing events in my life took place, not because of my sustained goal to pursue a certain objective, but that by the grace of God, I am where I am today.” The United Methodist Church in the twenty-first century is richer for having had Bishop Nhiwatiwa’s leadership in this season.This book shares inspirational stories and pivotal moments that illustrate how these women managed the complexities of family, faith, and authority. Through their histories, women bishops have made–and will continue to make–both realized and unrealized differences in The United Methodist Church.
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When Hope Is All You Have
$19.99Add to cartWhat if your greatest pain could point you to your greatest purpose?
After reading this book, you will begin to feel hopeful for the future. You will see the world more from God’s perspective instead of your own so you don’t feel the need to dwell on your past hurts. Instead, you will see how He is working all things together for good.
Tracy Duhon could never have prepared herself for the plan God had in store for her life. It was a journey that would take her down a painful and dark path of loss and sorrow, but one that brought her out on the other side a new person with a greater sense of purpose and deeper appreciation for God’s plan.
There is no greater pain for a mother than losing a child. When Tracy experienced this loss, she felt a huge hole in her heart. “The pain was excruciating. I was numb. I knew I was being called to trust God in my darkest moments, but it was so hard. I was broken and questioned why He would allow this to happen to us–not once, but twice.” In her greatest darkness, she did the only thing she knew to do. She turned to God and His Word. She trusted even in the moments when she questioned and was full of pain and anger. Allowing God to work in her life created a space to turn her greatest pain into her life’s greatest purpose, and from that pain a seed was planted. She began to see people hurting and wanted to meet them in their time of need. She learned how to love with the love of God and give in a way she had never known before. She began to see the world through God’s eyes rather than her own.
When Hope Is All You Have is about looking back on the moments you cannot imagine you survived, but you did. It’s realizing that from the depths of that pain came your purpose. From the depths of darkness, came light. From the place of hurt, came hope. It is the story of unwavering faith and trusting God, and holding on to hope that does not disappoint, even when you walk through the unthinkable. With God as your anchor, there is always hope–even during your greatest pain whenhope is all you have.
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Be Thou My Song
$12.95Add to cart“Be Thou my Song” is a line from seventeenth-century poet Edward Taylor. In his meditation on Philippians 2:9, Taylor finds that his ability to compose poetry falls short of his desire to glorify God, so he prays, “That I thy glorious Praise may Trumpet right, / Be thou my Song, and make Lord, mee thy Pipe.” In one way or another, all of the poets included in the chapters of Be Thou My Song strive to convey their wonder for God’s unending grace and mercy in their own limited ways; He provides the content, the song, while the writers are merely the conduits, the pipe. By reading these poems carefully, we can share in their gratitude for how God cares for us, both here on earth and in our final heavenly home.
In each chapter, you will find a poem, presented in its entirety, followed by an exploration of that poem and some questions to contemplate afterwards. The goal of these explorations is to provide readers with a deeper appreciation, a deeper understanding, and a deeper love of what each poet has given to us.
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Uncomplicated : Simple Secrets For A Compelling Life
$19.99Add to cartTimeless wisdom for a simpler life
Do you feel trapped in a chaotic, relentless, demanding lifestyle? Discover the secrets to the peaceful, compelling life you long for through the skills honed by our grandmothers and lived out by the Amish. Drink from this well of timeless wisdom and gain practical skills with a counselor, career woman, and busy mom who’s raised her family on a farm in the heart of Amish and Mennonite country as your guide.
In this new book from the author of Fledge: Launching Your Kids without Losing Your Mind, Brenda L. Yoder equips women with 10 timeless lessons drawn from past generations to overcome practical obstacles and solve daily challenges with a calm presence, authentic faith, and voice of reason. No matter where you live or what season of life you’re in, you can find inspiration from the simpler life.
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SHYFT Into FOKUS
$14.99Add to cartIn 2020 the world came to a standstill, leaving humanity in the grip of a crisis unlike any other. It left many feeling lost, trapped in a bubble of despair, loss and brokenness. The light within them flickered and faith wavered. For those who feel stuck, uncertain, powerless, and purposeless, SHYFT into FOKUS illuminates the path towards a purposeful life. It offers strategies that can be employed daily to navigate life along with stories of growth and vulnerability told through the lens of faith. At the end of each chapter, a section called SHYFT ZONE encourages a time to intentionally pause, reflect and take action. It is meant to help develop a blueprint for your own SHYFT so that you can enjoy sustained success over time and maintain your FOKUS.
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Watchmakers Daughter : The True Story Of World War II Heroine Corrie Ten Bo
$21.99Add to cartINTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER
Winner of the Florida Book Awards Gold Medal
New York Times bestselling author and master of nonfiction spy thrillers Larry Loftis writes the first major biography of Corrie ten Boom, a Dutch watchmaker who saved the lives of hundreds of Jews during WWII–at the cost of losing her family and being sent to a concentration camp, only to survive, forgive her captors, and live the rest of her life as a Christian missionary.
The Watchmaker’s Daughter is one of the greatest stories of World War II that readers haven’t heard: the remarkable and inspiring life story of Corrie ten Boom–a groundbreaking, female Dutch watchmaker, whose family unselfishly transformed their house into a hiding place straight out of a spy novel to shelter Jews and refugees from the Nazis during Gestapo raids. Even though the Nazis knew what the ten Booms were up to, they were never able to find those sheltered within the house when they raided it.
Corrie stopped at nothing to face down the evils of her time and overcame unbelievable obstacles and odds. She persevered despite the loss of most of her family and relied on her faith to survive the horrors of a notorious concentration camp. But even more remarkable than her heroism and survival was Corrie’s attitude when she was released. Miraculously, she was able to eschew bitterness and embrace forgiveness as she ministered to people in need around the globe. Corrie’s ability to forgive is just one of the myriad lessons that her life story holds for readers today.
Reminiscent of Schindler’s List and featuring a journey of faith and forgiveness not unlike Unbroken, The Watchmaker’s Daughter is destined to become a classic work of World War II nonfiction.
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Uncomplicated : Simple Secrets For A Compelling Life
$35.99Add to cartTimeless wisdom for a simpler life
Do you feel trapped in a chaotic, relentless, demanding lifestyle? Discover the secrets to the peaceful, compelling life you long for through the skills honed by our grandmothers and lived out by the Amish. Drink from this well of timeless wisdom and gain practical skills with a counselor, career woman, and busy mom who’s raised her family on a farm in the heart of Amish and Mennonite country as your guide.
In this new book from the author of Fledge: Launching Your Kids without Losing Your Mind, Brenda L. Yoder equips women with 10 timeless lessons drawn from past generations to overcome practical obstacles and solve daily challenges with a calm presence, authentic faith, and voice of reason. No matter where you live or what season of life you’re in, you can find inspiration from the simpler life.
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Why Everything That Doesnt Matter Matters So Much
Original price was: $19.99.$11.97Current price is: $11.97.Add to cartA hopeful and practical model for what it means to be a Christian and a culture-maker in a world of hurt and wondrous possibility, from multi-Grammy winner Charlie Peacock and his wife and author, Andi Ashworth.
Do you feel powerless and overwhelmed by the pain and suffering all around you? Have you ever asked, What can I do to mend the world, my family, or my own life? And if I could, why bother? Does my own small part even matter? If so, here comes hope from two guides who are further down the road. Charlie and Andi have written a collection of letters to Christians and spiritual seekers who think deeply and care acutely about the state of the world and their personal spheres of influence.
In Why Everything That Doesn’t Matter, Matters So Much, beloved and trusted mentors, Charlie and Andi offer you:
*Thought-provoking explorations into the many facets of Christian culture care and making, from the kitchen to Carnegie Hall.
*Practical guidance for how to care for and improve the quality of human life, locally and globally, no matter your vocation.
*A theology of imagination and creativity that provides a framework for all of life.
*A model for expressing love in marriage, friendship, citizenship, and every kind of work–even in the midst of cynicism, fear, exhaustion, and oppression.
It might be said of Christians that our lives are either moving in the direction of the redemption Jesus has on offer, or away from it. Each of these letters is a gentle nudge in the direction of God’s powerfully ordinary purpose for each of us, no matter what the future holds, to participate fully in the beautiful, redemptive work of Christ.
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If I Dont Laugh Ill Cry
Original price was: $19.99.$11.97Current price is: $11.97.Add to cartIn this laugh-out-loud and heartfelt memoir, writer, speaker, and podcaster Molly Stillman shares her unforgettable story of losing her mother, squandering an unexpected quarter-of-a-million-dollar inheritance in less than two years, attempting to launch a career in comedy but ending up on a farm instead, and finding faith, hope, and joy in the middle of it all.
Molly Stillman has lived the type of life that when shared, people stop in their tracks and ask, “Wait, what happened?” Molly’s mother, Lynda Van Devanter Buckley served as an Army nurse during the Vietnam War and wrote the bestselling memoir, Home Before Morning. When Molly was seventeen, Lynda passed away after an eight-year battle with an autoimmune disorder due to her exposure to Agent Orange. Four years later, Molly turned twenty-one and unexpectedly inherited a quarter of a million dollars from her mother’s estranged family’s estate. Through “retail therapy” and a long series of grossly irresponsible financial decisions, Molly found herself broke with over $36,000 in credit card debt less than two years later. Shame, guilt, and embarrassment set in.
With aspirations of a career in comedy, Molly used humor to mask the pain and brokenness she felt, believing that if she looked joyful and put together on the outside, it would eventually be true on the inside. Instead, she spent the next few years depressed, lonely, and feeling alienated from those closest to her. But an unlikely call with a compassionate credit counselor, meeting the spreadsheet-loving man who eventually became her husband, and a surprising visit to a church started her on a path that changed everything.
If I Don’t Laugh, I’ll Cry will bring readers into the tension of feeling both joy and grief and show them that every broken, messed up story has a purpose, and it’s possible to gain everything if they’re willing to surrender it all to Jesus.
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Change Starts With You
Original price was: $18.99.$11.39Current price is: $11.39.Add to cartInjustice, division, and suffering may loom large in this broken world, but you have the power to stand up for truth, unity, and healing. Join writer, motivational speaker, humanitarian, and NFL veteran Sam Acho as he gives you the courage you need to be a changemaker.
When gold is put into a crucible over a fire, the impurities (known as “dross”) rise to the top. When faced with extreme heat, these precious metals are purified. Nothing about the metal’s essential makeup changes, but the impurities in them are brought to the surface, leaving behind precious gold.
America is in a crucible right now–and maybe you are, too. The pandemic has strained an already struggling economy, longstanding cultural and political divisions have reached a boiling point, and injustices have been brought into the spotlight in ways that we can no longer ignore. But the thing about crucibles is that they bring out both the worst and the best of us.
As you read Change Starts with You, you’ll be:
*Inspired to discover and follow your fire–the unique passions that God has put in each of our hearts
*Equipped to dream big, channeling your passions into creating positive change wherever God has called you
*Encouraged by Acho’s firsthand accounts of communities transformed by people with the courage and tenacity to follow their own fire
*Motivated to be a leader who empowers others to become changemakers too
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Ultimate Middle School Survival Guide
$16.99Add to cartBy the time you leave your elementary school, you know what to expect. You are the oldest, the smartest, the top dog. But the minute you enter middle school, everything changes. Your classes are getting harder. Your friendships are tested. Your body is changing. How do you know what’s expected of you now? And how do you keep from embarrassing yourself as you figure it all out?
The Ultimate Middle School Survival Guide is your “Do this, not that” guide to nearly everything middle school can throw your way, including:
– the first day
– bullies
– cell phone use
– homework
– gossip
– leadership
– respect
– sports
– and moreWith real-life hacks, humorous illustrations, and tons of true survival stories, Jonathan and Erica Catherman will get you through middle school like a pro.
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Intimate Good : A Skeptical Christian Mystic In Conversation With Teresa Of
$19.99Add to cartAt age twenty-one, the pain of losing her mother to cancer sent Laurel Mathewson–with a naturally skeptical and questioning outlook–on a years-long existential journey. After an unexpected, overwhelming experience of God’s love, Laurel felt God say to her, “Turn to Teresa. She will guide you.” She understood that “Teresa” was the sixteenth-century saint Teresa of Avila, but she knew very little about her. Even after becoming an Episcopal priest, she had never read more than a few pages of Teresa’s writings.
Laurel began to read The Interior Castle, Teresa’s book about the “dwellings” within our souls that we move through to develop an ever-deepening relationship with God through prayer. She truly marveled at discovering a text that illuminated her own spiritual path with such insight, candor, and clarity. And she continued to experience the intimate presence of a God who kept defying and transforming her cynical nature–and offered her the gift of healing.
This beautifully written and moving memoir illustrates an ancient reality still very much alive today: the love and closeness of a good God, as known through Jesus Christ, who seeks to move out into the world, into our very bodies and lives. Not by nature or training inclined to believe such a wild claim, Laurel discovered that God is full of surprises.
In every age, but perhaps particularly in our own, people hunger for personal narratives that help bring to life complex frameworks and ideas. An Intimate Good brings into focus not just Teresa’s Interior Castle but also the living God who is at the heart of it, especially for modern readers who take the life of the mind seriously and yearn for confirmation of meaning and belovedness. Laurel’s journey will lead you to a clearer understanding of the varied avenues God works in our lives over time, through prayer and other people, leading us in ways only possible by One who knows us intimately and loves us deeply.