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After losing his parents in a plague, Nicholas fights for his faith while trying to make a difference in the world.
This book is based on the real St. Nicholas who lived on the northern coast of the Mediterranean in the 3rd century. Many know him as Santa Claus, but few know his real story.
Beyond the historical accuracy of the main events, this book is also infused with tenderhearted moments of love and laughter with brand new characters who help...
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I don't think it's a far stretch to say that most people who read the Bible, don't spend much time reading the Minor Prophets. Minor Prophets, you say? Who are they? My point exactly.
I think we figured those books were likely about some stale old history of the Israelites, and had little or no practical bearing on us now or on our future. Wrong-O.
Many of us have spent our time mostly in the New Testament learning about Jesus. Of course, learning...
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The world clamors for efficiency and productivity. But the life of prayer is neither efficient nor productive. Instead, as we learn in the Psalms, prayer calls us to wait, to watch, to listen, to taste, and to see. These things are not productive by any modern measure-but they are transformative.
As a pastor in Manhattan, John Starke knows the bustle and busyness of our society. But he also knows that prayer is not just for spiritual giants. Prayer,...
4424) Angels & Demons
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BOOK 1 - ANGELS
Angels have been a critical part of humanity for as long as we can imagine. Often depicted as benevolent beings, they have been at the center of many religious texts, especially in Abrahamic religions, Christianity especially.
They have a long and varied history, and so, if you are wondering:
And more, then you have come to the right place.
In this book, we will cover:
And much more.
BOOK 2 - DEMONS
Demons have been part of human history...
4425) Demons
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Have you always been curious about demons and where they came from?
Do you wish to understand the mythology and history that has shaped how we view demons today?
If yes, then this book will answer all your demon related questions.
Demons have been part of human history ever since we began believing in the concept of goodness by God. They are often depicted as evil, supernatural entities, and have been majorly featured in religious texts, most famously,...
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The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, 2 and 3 John: Audio Lectures include high quality live-recordings of college-level lectures that cover the important points from each subject as well as relevant material from other sources.
In 2 and 3 John: Audio Lectures author and New Testament scholar Karen Jobes seeks to bridge...
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Rick and Karen Santorum's inspiring story of life with Bella, their special-needs youngest child Four days after Rick and Karen Santorum welcomed their eighth baby into the world they were given the devastating news that their little girl, Bella, was going to die. The full story of life with Bella has never been told until now. This inspiring family memoir explores what it means to embrace and celebrate the life of each person, and find hope, even...
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In Search of the Good Life
Have you ever felt that your life--and budget--is spiraling out of control? Do you sometimes wish you could pull yourself together but wonder exactly how to manage all the scattered pieces of a chaotic life? Is it possible to find balance?
In a word, yes.
Ruth Soukup knows firsthand how stressful an unorganized life and budget can be. Through personal stories, biblical truth, and practical action plans, she will...
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New York Times bestselling author Dr. Darrell Bock teams up with Dr. Daniel Wallace to help you separate fact from fiction among constant attacks on Christianity from popular culture and bogus scholars.
There is a quest going on to reduce Jesus to a mythic legend or to nothing more than a mere man. Scholars such as Elaine Pagels and James Tabor are using recent discoveries like the Gospel of Judas and the Gospel of Thomas to argue that the Christ...
4430) Case for Faith for Kids
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With clear facts and answers to the questions kids six to ten ask most, this adaptation of Lee Strobel's bestselling The Case for Faith uses kid-friendly language, examples, and easy-to-understand information to introduce children to the research, eyewitness accounts, and evidence behind the questions such as whether God allows bad things to happen, if you can have doubts and still be a Christian, and other queries about faith.
Whether they've grown...
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The veteran urban activist and author of the revolutionary Toxic Charity returns with a headline-making book that offers proven, results-oriented ideas for transforming our system of giving.
In Toxic Charity, Robert D. Lupton revealed the truth about modern charity programs meant to help the poor and disenfranchised. While charity makes donors feel better, he argued, it often hurts those it seeks to help. At the forefront of this burgeoning yet ineffective...
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A Courtroom Drama Played Out in Heaven!
"We are not unaware of the devil's schemes," wrote the apostle Paul. What are they? Masquerading as an angel of righteousness, accusing the faithful, and of course being the father of lies. Satan presents his evidence against us in the court of Heaven, summons his witnesses, and cites chapter and verse to condemn us. But we have an advocate in Heaven, our friend, our intercessor, and witness for the defense....
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If conventional leadership wisdom is to be believed, Hobby Lobby shouldn't work. So why does it?
David Green, the founder of Hobby Lobby and an unlikely leader, grew his company from a $600 startup to a $8 billion company that gives 50 percent of its profits away to fund initiatives all over the world. He blazed his own path in business, drawn not from business gurus but from the pages of Scripture.
In this inspirational book, David Green challenges...
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You aren't a licensed marriage and family therapist. You didn't do a doctoral dissertation on pastoral counseling. You're simply God's person caring for God's people in the local church. And the marriages in your church need help.
Many pastors feel ill-equipped to handle the challenges that arise when a couple is going through marital difficulties. They feel lost and inadequate. What do you say? What counsel do you offer? Should I say anything...
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From the bestselling author of Wait and See,this interactive book explores the powerful conversations Jesus had with five women-Mary Magdalene, Mary and Martha, the woman caught in adultery, and the woman at the well-reminding readers that Jesus is with them always.
When stress and fear feel overwhelming, women want to know that they are not alone and that they can still hold on to hope. With her approachable style and passion for God's Word, author...
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This Christmas, discover the gift of Jesus and what He means for your life. What if, in accepting this most precious gift, you are met with His grace and mercy and His peaceful presence? In the midst of chaotic holiday preparations, The Gift of Jesus will remind you that Christmas is a season of joy and renewal.
In The Gift of Jesus, beloved pastor and teacher Dr. Charles Stanley takes a deeply personal and inspiring look at how God gave us Himself...
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Using Paul's radical letter to the Philippians as his road map, Matt Chandler forsakes the trendy to invite readers into authentic Christian maturity. The short book of Philippians is one of the most quoted in the Bible, yet Paul wrote it not for the popular sound bites, but to paint a picture of a mature Christian faith. While many give their lives to Jesus, few then go on to live a life of truly vibrant faith. In this disruptively inspiring book,...
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The Bible says the old life is gone and the new life has come (see 2 Cor. 5:17). But we still sin; still get angry, arrogant, and greedy. Sin destroys everything in its path, yet it's also kind of fun and quite compelling. It often has us holding on to parts of the old life instead of embracing the new life we've been promised.
In Done with That, Pastor Bob Merritt exposes the inner battle we all fight with sin. He exposes the cycle of failure and...
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In Writing Worship: How to Craft Heartfelt Songs for the Church, the Christian songwriter will explore the depths of the heart, immersing in relationship with God before learning practical worship songwriting skills. Award-winning songwriter Krissy Nordhoff helps lyricists and musicians sharpen their skills in starting songs, adding dimension, removing distractions, maintaining momentum, and co-writing.
Songwriters and worship leaders are challenged...
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Based on Philippians 4:11, I have learned, in whatever state I am therewith to be content, Watson considers the great dishonor done to almighty God by the sin of discontent. The doctrine of Christian contentment is clearly illustrated and profitably applied. The special cases where, through changes in providences, discontentment most commonly arises are, examined and preservatives are, applied to the soul.
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