Hearts on the High School Floor
Extraordinary people lead from the heartTwenty years ago, in a high school hall in Adelaide, South Australia, a youth group was born that would go on to revolutionise youth ministry in Australia and the world. Out of it came an ordinary guy and an ordinary girl, who went on to run Australia's largest Christian youth movement, Youth Alive.Hearts on the Highschool Floor contains the leadership principles they have used to transform the lives of a generation."I've had the privilege of watching Cameron and Renee's leadership journey for several decades. They are exceptional leaders who have stewarded one of Australia's largest youth movements, Youth Alive, with vision, faith, and dedication. Their story is marked by courage and a passion for inspiring countless young people to discover purpose and experience transformation. This book reflects the very heart I've witnessed in them - bold, authentic, and full of hope."Russell Evans, Senior Pastor, Planetshakers"Cameron and Renee have the wisdom and grace to grow your mindset as a leader plus they have a unique ability to release people into their full potential." Tim Ross, The Basement Podcast, Dallas, Texas"Average is not working. It's never worked! Nations and generations are shaped by those who push past the plastic, the shallow, and the lid of nominal. Hearts on the Highschool Floor ignites risk and boldness that produces a 'courageous for God' lifestyle. I know Cam and Renee well. They live this and have caused all those around them to embrace this mantle as well. Get ready! You will not be the same!"Pastor Chris EstradaMissions Me Executive Leadership Team
Into Truth
Conscience was the driving force of Saint John Henry Newman's journey towards the certainty of truth: ex umbris et imaginibus in veritatem ("out of shadows and illusions into truth"). This book invites you to reflect on the figure of Newman, a modern man who lived the whole problem of modernity. Newman's three conversions can be seen as three "conversions to reality."His first conversion is the discovery that God and the soul are real, and that the presence of God can be perceived with the same concreteness and certainty with which one perceives the outside world, everyday objects, or the faces of friends.His second conversion brings the realization that faith is not exhausted in an individualistic dialogue with God but becomes an awareness of the whole of reality.The final conversion is Newman's conversion to Catholicism, after he recognized that God decided to "interfere in human affairs," creating a real place of his presence in the form of the Catholic Church.Through this book, allow Saint John Henry Newman to speak to you today; and still more importantly, allow his knowledge and love of God to come to you through him.
Forge the Mind
Forge the Mind is a field manual for anyone tired of weakness, confusion, and moral decay. In an age where comfort is worshiped and discipline is mocked, this book calls readers back to the foundations that produce real strength-Scripture, classical virtue, and a mind trained to stand firm when culture collapses.This is not trendy self-help or soft spirituality. Forge the Mind confronts the lies that shape modern thinking and replaces them with truth that produces clarity, conviction, and unshakable character. Each chapter delivers practical steps for mastering thought, resisting compromise, and building the kind of internal discipline that cannot be manipulated by feelings, pressure, or culture.Rooted in Christian truth and strengthened by Stoic principles, this book is a blueprint for those who want to stop drifting and start leading-first within themselves, then in their homes, and eventually in the world. If you are ready to silence confusion, reject weakness, and rebuild your life on what endures, Forge the Mind shows the way.
Brief Apologia for the Church of the Ages
This book is a work of prophecy. Like Jeremiah or Ezekiel under the Old Law, Roger-Thomas Calmel spoke and wrote as a priest who suffered to see God dishonoured and His people led astray. Those ancient prophets were charged by God to speak against false doctrine; to warn the people of God and their leaders to return to the fear of the Lord, in their worship and in their daily lives; and thus to prevent Israel from being dissolved into the nations round about. Father Calmel, simple priest of the New Law, likewise spoke out against what his sometime mentor, Jacques Maritain, had called 'immanent apostasy': the widespread dissolution, within the visible Church, of dogma, and the replacement of supernatural faith, hope, and charity by merely human simulacra.Father Calmel's soul remains with us. It is present in his writings, standing on tiptoes, full of the Church's common doctrine and common prayer, stretching upward to grow in God's love. For him theology, liturgy, and the Dominican constitutions were not guides or regulations, but a source of inner nourishment. In our midst he fulfilled his task as a friar preacher, son of Saint Dominic, disciple of Saint Thomas, priest of Jesus Christ, and apostle of the Rosary. He endures.
The Devotions of St. Anselm
THE life of Saint Anselm is well known. It belongs to the history of England. By nature a recluse and a thinker, he was called upon to play an active part in political life under circumstances of great difficulty. In the midst of these he bore himself with a conscientious up rightness, a quiet dignity and a persistency in the refusal to sacrifice principle to expediency which justified those who called him against his will to the throne of Canterbury: but his heart was elsewhere, in that passionate search for the innermost meaning of his religious belief, of which the history of the Church affords no more striking example than his. The quarrels about investitures, about the relations of Church and State, of Pope and King, which distracted his outward life in his later years, have left no trace in his writings. In a selection from these, intended to form part of a Library of Devotion, we need not dwell long upon them.
Walking Toward Virtue
Walking Toward Virtue: A Journey with Dante by Christopher M. Bellitto, PhD, takes the words of the poet Dante and guides the reader through learning about virtue and its importance, how virtue cures vice, and how to grow in faith and virtue. Each chapter offers... Insightful commentary Quotes from Dante Guided journaling questions And more! This book is a part of the Sacred Pathways journal series. Whether you are brand new to the faith or longing to grow in your spiritual life, this book with its thought-provoking journal prompts welcomes you as you are. All you need is to be open to letting God meet you on these pages.
Family Dynasty
What if the childhood imaginations that transformed us into princes and princesses, kings and queens are closer to reality than we understand? What if-in the heart of God-that's no fairy tale? God's plan for you and me is revealed in his plan for family-his spiritual family in Christ and our biological and extended families on earth. The message of family dynasty that weaves through the Bible is God's way of awakening us to his purposes and is the key to unlocking the kingdom of God here on earth.By God's grace, your family is designed to wield the hope and power of the gospel to change lives, churches, cities, and countries. You and your family are meant to be a part of God's loving plan to restore the world. And it begins in your home.This book examines the scriptures and explores God's plan to create and use intergenerational dynastic families to bring his good grace and lavish love to the world. It is your invitation to join God's family in working out his kingdom and, in doing so, be part of his plan to enact his will here on earth as it is in heaven.
Who Is God? Who Am I?
This book seeks to help people achieve unity in a divided world. How do people with differences coexist? What does it take to restore God's intended world? God is revealed as a triune God. God, as the Trinity, is three persons in perfect union. Though God made a diverse world, being in His image means all parts of His creation, including people, are designed to be like Him-unified. A major issue in our world is how diversity is no longer a reflection of God's intentions. Conversely, we find a world that is fragmented. Worldwide divisions, especially among people, cause conflict, suffering, and devastation. So, how do we achieve unity, peace, and love in our lives? The author uses "unifying factors" in this book to guide us toward oneness.
Doctrines of Grace
God must be sovereign in our salvation precisely because we are neither willing nor able to choose salvation for ourselves.Edited for print from John MacArthur's sermon series on The Doctrines of Grace, this book is a prime example of how John's expository preaching makes the hard truths of Scripture simple, and the complex clear. It centers on giving God all the glory for His saving work, and puts the focus where John always puts it--on the non-negotiable authority and clarity of God's Word.In this book John MacArthur digs deeply into the Scriptures to expound the foundational doctrines of: Absolute InabilityDivine ElectionActual AtonementEffectual CallPersevering FaithLet the perfect sovereignty of God in salvation encourage your faith and fill your heart with love for the Lord Jesus Christ.About the Series Over five decades of faithful, verse-by-verse exposition, John MacArthur has produced a vast collection of Bible teaching. For new readers and listeners, the quantity alone can be intimidating. With a library of more than 3,500 sermons, where do you begin?MacArthur Preaching Classics presents some of John's best and most beloved sermons, edited for print while maintaining their personal and practical qualities. These collections are packed with powerful, life-transforming truth you'll want to share with others and revisit to refresh your own soul.About the AuthorJohn MacArthur served as pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Los Angeles, California, Chancellor of The Master's University and Seminary, and Bible teacher with his global media ministry Grace to You. He spent over fifty years preaching through every verse of the New Testament and much of the Old Testament, while being a featured speaker at conferences around the world. He authored numerous best-selling books including The Gospel According to Jesus, The MacArthur New Testament Commentary series, and the expositional notes for The MacArthur Study Bible.About the John MacArthur Publishing GroupThe John MacArthur Publishing Group exists to produce biblical resources that bring the transforming truth of God's Word to the lives of His people.
Of God and His Creatures
OF all human pursuits, the pursuit of wisdom is the more perfect, the more sublime, the more useful, and the more agreeable. The more perfect, because in so far as a man gives himself up to the pursuit of wisdom, to that extent he enjoys already some portion of true happiness. Blessed is the man that shall dwell in wisdom (Ecclus xiv, 22). The more sublime, because thereby man comes closest to the likeness of God, who hath made all things in wisdom (Ps. ciii, 24). The more useful, because by this same wisdom we arrive at the realm of immortality. The desire of wisdom shall lead to an everlasting kingdom (Wisd. vi, 21). The more agreeable, because her conversation hath no bitterness, nor her company any weariness, but gladness and joy (Wisd. viii, 16). But on two accounts it is difficult to proceed against each particular error: first, because the sacrilegious utterances of our various erring opponents are not so well known to us as to enable us to find reasons, drawn from their own words, for the confutation of their errors: for such was the method of the ancient doctors in confuting the errors of the Gentiles, whose tenets they were readily able to know, having either been Gentiles themselves, or at least having lived among Gentiles and been instructed in their doctrines. Secondly, because some of them, as Mohammedans and Pagans, do not agree with us in recognizing the authority of any scripture, available for their conviction, as we can argue against the Jews from the Old Testament, and against heretics from the New. But these receive neither: hence it is necessary to have recourse to natural reason, which all are obliged to assent to. But in the things of God natural reason is often at a loss.
How to Beat Satan and Free Your Family
"Your spiritual life is a battleground, and understanding how to stand firm can change everything."How to Defeat Satan and Protect Your Family by Kathleen Myers is the powerful second installment following her first book, How to Beat Satan at His Own Game, which revealed how to defend yourself from Satan and his devils' attacks.Building on that foundation, this guide empowers believers to actively engage in spiritual warfare, safeguard their homes, and raise their children in faith. Drawing from decades of ministry experience, Myers provides practical strategies of prayer, biblical truth, and divine authority to help families resist demonic influences and walk in God's protection.This book reveals how believers can utilize biblical principles like the Armor of God, spiritual cleansing, and deliverance to overcome evil forces. Learn how to pray effectively, stay alert to signs of demonic intrusion, and set spiritual boundaries to secure your household. Whether you are seeking personal victory or guidance for protecting your loved ones, this resource equips you to stand confidently in spiritual authority through faith in Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit.Publisher: BookFuel
Saved in Hope
An Ignatius Press ReprintIgnatius Press Reprints are identical in content with the most recent print edition of the original title. In order to keep important titles available at reasonable prices, we reprint them digitally in small quantities. We use high quality, acid-free paper, but the books are not smyth-sewn as is customary with our offset press print editions.Pope Benedict XVI's second encyclical, Saved In Hope, ("Spe Salvi" in Latin) takes its title from St. Paul, who wrote, "In hope we have been saved". In this special deluxe hardcover edition of the work, the Holy Father continues a line of thought he began with his first encyclical, God is Love.Love and Hope are closely related in the spiritual life. Love of God involves hope or trust in God. According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, "The virtue of hope responds to the aspiration to happiness which God has placed in the heart of every man". Hope enables us to look to the next life, but it also inspires and purifies our actions in this life. Pope Benedict considers modern philosophies and the challenges of faith today in light of the virtue of hope."Confronted by today's changing and complex panorama, the virtue of hope is subject to harsh trials in the community of believers. For this very reason, we must be apostles who are filled with hope and joyful trust in God's promises. In contemporary society, which shows such visible signs of secularism, we must not give in to despair." -- Pope Benedict XVI
How to Beat Satan and Free Your Family
"Your spiritual life is a battleground, and understanding how to stand firm can change everything."How to Defeat Satan and Protect Your Family by Kathleen Myers is the powerful second installment following her first book, How to Beat Satan at His Own Game, which revealed how to defend yourself from Satan and his devils' attacks.Building on that foundation, this guide empowers believers to actively engage in spiritual warfare, safeguard their homes, and raise their children in faith. Drawing from decades of ministry experience, Myers provides practical strategies of prayer, biblical truth, and divine authority to help families resist demonic influences and walk in God's protection.This book reveals how believers can utilize biblical principles like the Armor of God, spiritual cleansing, and deliverance to overcome evil forces. Learn how to pray effectively, stay alert to signs of demonic intrusion, and set spiritual boundaries to secure your household. Whether you are seeking personal victory or guidance for protecting your loved ones, this resource equips you to stand confidently in spiritual authority through faith in Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit.Publisher: BookFuel
Fragments
Your faith has been taken hostage.Not by the enemy you'd expect-but by the life you're trying to survive. Every crisis you pushed through without stopping. Every wound you never named. Every fracture you covered with a smile because there wasn't time to heal.You're still standing, still serving, still showing up. But your faith? It's being held for ransom.Family, it's time to stop negotiating with exhaustion.This isn't another devotional asking you to pray harder while you bleed out. This is your rescue mission-seven days to finally stop, triage the damage, and let God cast the broken bones that never healed right the first time. Through raw biblical truth-Naaman's hidden pride, Elijah's undiagnosed burnout, Lot's wife frozen in trauma-you'll finally diagnose the fractures you've been walking on. Name the wounds you've been hiding. Stop the bleeding, you've normalized.In 7 days of divine triage, you'll: Identify exactly where your faith broke (and why you never stopped to fix it)Release the survival mode that's holding your healing hostageLet God reset bones that healed wrong because you kept movingReclaim the wholeness that's been waiting beneath the fragmentsYour Healer has already paid the ransom. Now let Him put you back together-the right way this time.Perfect for the woman who can't afford to fall apart. Essential for the caregiver who never stops to heal. Revolutionary for anyone ready to stop surviving their faith and start living it.The fragments end here. Your restoration starts now.
Dear God, It's Me... Again
For as long as she can remember, Melodie Byrd has processed life by writing her prayers. Through seasons of trauma, loss, healing, and quiet joy, her journal became the place she met God with honesty and hope.This book gathers those journaled prayers into a moving portrait of a life shaped by faith. Melodie does not offer polished answers or tidy conclusions; she offers the real conversations she had with God as she navigated brokenness, resilience, and redemption.Whether you are searching for comfort, connection, or simply the courage to speak honestly to God, these prayers invite you into a journey of trust and transformation.
Young People, Faith & Mental Challenges
Where does faith meet mental health... and what happens when both feel fragile?In a world where young people face rising anxiety, pressure, burnout, and emotional overload, Young People, Faith & Mental Challenges offers something rare: honest guidance from someone who understands both the science of the mind and the power of the spirit.Written by Dr Francis Labinjo, an NHS Consultant Psychiatrist and committed Christian, this groundbreaking book blends decades of clinical expertise with deep spiritual insight. Drawing from nearly 600 research studies, real-life experiences, and heartfelt reflections, Dr Labinjo explores how faith and mental health intersect, support each other, and sometimes collide.With compassion and clarity, he speaks openly about topics often avoided in faith communities, including: Anxiety, depression, and burnoutNeurodivergence in young peopleFaith-related doubt, guilt, and stigmaSuicide and crisis interventionMedical gaslighting and healthcare inequalityThe mental health needs of Generation ZHow churches can safely and effectively support struggling young peopleThis book goes far beyond theory. It offers practical tools, faith-based strategies, mental health checklists, self-screening resources, and guidance for parents, pastors, leaders, and caregivers. You'll learn how prayer, scripture, meditation, CBT, early intervention, and community support can work together to promote true healing.Whether you're a young person trying to make sense of overwhelming emotions, a parent desperate for answers, a faith leader searching for better ways to support your community, or a believer wrestling with your own mental well-being-this book meets you where you are.Honest. Uncompromising. Life-giving.Young People, Faith & Mental Challenges is a timely call to break stigma, embrace vulnerability, and build a future where spiritual care and mental health work hand in hand.Because faith is powerful.Mental health is real.And when the two come together, hope becomes possible.
Amazing Grace
When Dana Tramba left her Arizona home to begin a new life in an Oklahoma retirement community, she never expected her journey to parallel that of her granddaughter, Gracelyn, entering the U.S. Naval Academy. In Amazing Grace, Dana weaves their stories together across miles and generations, revealing timeless truths about courage, change, and God's unfailing love. Through tender reflections, scripture, and fifty "Grace Challenges," readers are invited to embrace life's transitions-whether starting out, slowing down, or navigating everything in between-with purpose, dignity, and faith. This heartfelt book is a warm invitation to discover that grace doesn't just carry us through-it transforms us at every age and stage.
God Is God and I'm Not
At times, the ups and downs of life can leave us feeling lost at sea. When the winds of shifting circumstances bring trials beyond our control, where can we find an anchor for our souls? For Christians, our safe harbor in both the calm and the storm is found in God alone.In this book, Dr. Timothy Witmer offers encouragement for anyone worn out by the changing tides of life: the truth that God is in control. He pairs biblical insight with practical application, helping us find comfort in our sovereign God, no matter what lies ahead.This book provides: A biblical foundation for understanding God's sovereigntyAn overview of how the Lord's reign influences all of lifeFocused chapters on God's sovereign help in temptation and forgiving othersAnswers to common questions about divine sovereignty
Deuterocanonical Books Of The Bible
Deuterocanonical Books of the Bible is a collection of ancient texts included in the biblical canon of some Christian traditions, composed during the late Second Temple period. These writings encompass a variety of works such as the First and Second Books of Esdras, the Book of Tobit, and others, which explore themes of faith, morality, and the historical experiences of the Jewish people. The compilation begins with the First Book of Esdras, which recounts key events during the reign of King Josias of Judah, focusing especially on the celebration of Passover. The narrative describes the detailed preparations undertaken by priests and Levites to observe this sacred festival, underscoring the importance of adherence to the Mosaic commandments. King Josias is portrayed as a devout and righteous ruler who leads the offering of numerous sacrifices in an effort to restore proper worship in Jerusalem. These foundational themes set the tone for the spiritual, ethical, and political narratives that run through the deuterocanonical books, offering valuable insight into the religious life and struggles of the Jewish people during this formative historical period.
Blessed
In a world that increasingly defines success according to measures of wealth, power, and status, it can be hard to keep our grasp on God's vision for us. But considered in light of what the Bible teaches us, what does success truly mean?Well, the Sermon on the Mount described in Matthew 5:1-13 is a good place to start. In it, we learn of eight spiritual attitudes or "beautiful attitudes"-Beatitudes-that can lead us to success in God's eyes.Thoughtfully broken down into eight chapters, Blessed takes up each of the Beatitudes, illustrating them in action with stories from the Bible and providing helpful reflection questions for readers to consider.From the purity of heart shown by the Virgin Mary to Joseph's persecution for the sake of righteousness, stories demonstrating the Beatitudes abound both in the Bible and in modern times. Likewise, the rewards available to us for living by these principles are made clear throughout the holy Scriptures, from inheriting the Earth to having claim to the kingdom of Heaven.While it is exceedingly easy to fall prey to worldly definitions of success in the present day, Blessed reminds us that it is only through following the word of God that we can gain success that is everlasting, deep, and pure. Better yet, we already have everything we need for it right here.
Heart Renewed
Heart Renewed: A Christ-Centered 12 Step Journey offers a powerful path to lasting recovery and spiritual renewal. Rooted in Psalm 51:10, "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me," this faith-based guide transforms the traditional 12 Steps into a deeply personal walk with Christ. Developed by Kevin Day, Founder of LifeGate Freedom Recovery Ministries, this book blends practical recovery principles with biblical truth to help readers overcome addiction, shame, and brokenness. Through Scripture, reflection questions, and heartfelt prayers, readers learn how to surrender control, embrace healing, and rebuild their lives on the foundation of God's grace. Whether you are beginning your journey or seeking deeper transformation, Heart Renewed invites you to experience true freedom not just from addiction but for a new life of purpose, peace, and spiritual wholeness in Christ.
The Chimes
The chimes unfolds as a moving reflection on hope, poverty, and renewal during a bleak winter season. The story centers on an aging worker who endures hardship and loneliness while earning a meager living as a porter. As the year draws to a close, the tolling of church bells becomes a symbol of fate and possibility, echoing his anxieties and aspirations. The narrative blends realism and allegory, drawing attention to the struggles of the poor and the harsh social inequalities of urban life. Within this somber atmosphere, the bells appear almost alive, guiding the protagonist through moments of despair toward an awakening of faith in humanity. Beneath its melancholic tone lies a message of compassion and transformation, suggesting that redemption arises through kindness and moral awareness. The story's rhythm mirrors the sound of the bells themselves, alternating between sorrow and joy, capturing the universal yearning for dignity and renewal in a world marked by suffering and hope.
The Knowing Place
From Believing About God to Personally Knowing HimMost devotionals give you inspiration for the day. This one gives you encounter.The Knowing Place Devotional teaches you how to recognize God's voice, respond to His presence, and build a lifestyle of ongoing intimacy with Jesus. Throughout this devotional, you'll learn how to: Hear God with greater clarityExperience scripture instead of just reading itPray in conversation, not performanceSense the presence of the Holy Spirit throughout your dayGrow beyond head knowledge into true relationshipEach chapter combines scripture, practical teaching, and structured spiritual exercises that help you move beyond believing about God into truly knowing Him. Not just on Sundays. Not just during quiet time. But in decisions, conversations, relationships, and every space you occupy. This devotional honors both your intelligence and your spiritual hunger. It doesn't repeat what you already know. It equips you with a level of spiritual sensitivity, clarity, and intimacy that you may have never been taught is possible.If you're ready to stop wondering whether God is speaking and start knowing Him personally, this devotional will guide you from belief into deep, experiential faith.
The Story Of Creation As Told By Theology And By Science
The story of creation: As told by theology and by science offers an in-depth exploration of how religious belief and scientific inquiry converge in understanding the origins of existence. The book investigates the relationship between the biblical account of creation and discoveries in fields such as geology, astronomy, and biology, emphasizing the possibility of harmony rather than conflict between these domains. It presents creation not as a fixed event but as a continuous process that invites reflection on divine purpose and natural law. The author encourages readers to look beyond literal interpretations and consider how theological insight can coexist with scientific reasoning. Through discussions of natural phenomena and the evolution of thought, the work demonstrates that faith and knowledge need not oppose each other but can enrich mutual understanding. It ultimately calls for intellectual openness, suggesting that truth may unfold through both revelation and discovery, leading to a deeper comprehension of humanity's place within the vast structure of the universe.
The Confutatio Pontificia
The confutatio pontificia is a theological work that responds to the growing divisions within Christianity during the Protestant Reformation. Written to counter the Confession of Faith presented by rulers within the Holy Roman Empire, it represents a defense of Catholic doctrine and tradition against emerging Lutheran ideas. The text methodically examines each article of the Lutheran Confession, reaffirming principles such as the reality of original sin, the sanctity of the sacraments, and the necessity of good works in the path to salvation. Through reasoned argument and ecclesiastical authority, it defends the continuity and legitimacy of the Catholic Church's teachings while identifying perceived errors in Protestant interpretations of faith and grace. The document also emphasizes the importance of confession, baptism, and the unity of the Church as vital elements of spiritual life. Its tone balances firmness with an appeal for reconciliation, reflecting both intellectual rigor and religious conviction. The confutatio pontificia remains a significant historical artifact that illustrates the profound theological tensions and aspirations for unity that shaped the Reformation era.
Heart Renewed
Heart Renewed: A Christ-Centered 12 Step Journey offers a powerful path to lasting recovery and spiritual renewal. Rooted in Psalm 51:10, "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me," this faith-based guide transforms the traditional 12 Steps into a deeply personal walk with Christ. Developed by Kevin Day, Founder of LifeGate Freedom Recovery Ministries, this book blends practical recovery principles with biblical truth to help readers overcome addiction, shame, and brokenness. Through Scripture, reflection questions, and heartfelt prayers, readers learn how to surrender control, embrace healing, and rebuild their lives on the foundation of God's grace. Whether you are beginning your journey or seeking deeper transformation, Heart Renewed invites you to experience true freedom not just from addiction but for a new life of purpose, peace, and spiritual wholeness in Christ.
Recognizing Grace
Recognizing Grace is the moving life story of one woman's unconditional love and sacrifice, and it's a powerful testimony to the provision of God. As a pediatric nurse, mother, wife, and foster parent to two special-needs children, Ellie Enns is often brought to her knees and into the pages of her Bible to encounter the living God through Jesus Christ. Through her many challenges, she learns to depend on her Saviour and draw on her faith on a day-to-day basis.Through her job, Ellie comes into contact with two long-term pediatric hospital patients, Jenna and then Shawna, whose parents lived in Northern Canada and can't care for their daughters' highly complex medical needs. Moved by love and the Holy Spirit, Ellie and her family bring these girls into their home and provide them with a family, socialization, and as "normal" a life as possible. But ongoing medical crises threaten the lives of the girls and the stability of the family, forcing everyone to turn to the miraculous power of God. Even in their deepest grief, the family finds comfort in Him.A beautiful, authentic tribute to the joy, challenges, grief, and healing involved in fostering high-needs children, Recognizing Grace will inspire and give hope to readers who are searching for miracles and grace in their lives. Through the heartwarming story of Jenna and Shawna, Recognizing Grace witnesses to the reality that Jesus is real and miracles do happen!
A Sua Alma Viver獺 Para Sempre
Se nossa alma 矇 eterna, por que continuamos a investir apenas no que 矇 passageiro? A Sua Alma Viver獺 para Sempre 矇 um lembrete poderoso e espiritualmente enriquecedor que o convida a realinhar sua vida com um prop籀sito eterno. Em um mundo consumido pela busca de status e conquistas materiais, este livro o chama de volta ao que realmente importa o seu relacionamento com Deus. O sucesso e as b礙n癟瓊os s瓊o d獺divas, mas nunca devem ocupar o lugar do Criador. Por meio de reflex繭es sinceras e verdades atemporais, esta obra inspiradora desafia a forma como voc礙 enxerga a vida e o convida a viver com a eternidade em mente a investir naquilo que realmente dura para sempre - a sua alma.
How Am I Wired?
About The BookHow Am I Wired? was written for Christians to understand who they are and how God created each person to be unique. Have you ever wondered why we do the things we do? Why are people so different. We have all heard parents say that their child isn't like either of them. Their child is different. How Am I Wired? will help to answer questions like these.This book introduces the reader to the concept of temperament. It looks at each of the five unique temperaments. It explains in simple terms their dynamics and components, as well as their strengths and weaknesses. Temperament Theory is based upon the fact that each individual is uniquely made before they are born. There are endless possible combinations of these temperaments. Most people are surprised when they learn that temperaments are not inherited. In our mother's womb, God gave each of us a blend of temperaments making us special. How wonderful! We are custom designed by God!The benefit of understanding our blend of temperaments is two-fold. First, we can understand our internal conflicts. Sometimes, our temperaments play tug-of-war within us. Second, there are interpersonal dynamics in all relationships. Big words that basically mean that husbands and wives, siblings, co-workers, and neighbors all are wired differently. If we can understand their temperament and our own, then interactions are more fruitful. God did this for a reason. How Am I Wired? explains why.
The Kingdom Of God Is Within You
The kingdom of god is within you is a philosophical and religious exploration of moral conscience, peace, and the rejection of violence as a guiding principle of human life. The book challenges conventional religious authority, arguing that true faith lies in personal conviction and the practice of love and compassion rather than adherence to institutional dogma. It examines how social and political systems distort spiritual teachings to justify coercion and conflict, opposing the essence of divine truth. The author emphasizes that genuine spirituality demands moral courage, urging individuals to resist evil not through force but through understanding, forgiveness, and integrity. Drawing on historical examples and personal reflection, the work portrays non-resistance as a transformative path capable of reshaping both individual lives and society. It calls for an inward awakening that recognizes divine law within the human heart, suggesting that peace and justice can only emerge when people align their actions with the eternal principles of love, humility, and truth.
Heartwarming Christmas Stories
What if living longer wasn't about chasing supplements, extreme diets, or punishing workouts-but about building the capacity to stay strong, mobile, and energized for decades? Outlive Longevity Cookbook and Fitness Plan offers a clear, practical system for people who want more than vague health advice. Inspired by Dr. Peter Attia's forward-thinking approach to longevity, this book translates modern healthspan science into everyday food choices, intelligent training, and sustainable recovery practices that actually fit real life. This is not a trend-driven diet book.It's not a high-intensity fitness challenge.And it's not written for elite athletes or biohackers. It is a long-term blueprint for preserving strength, metabolic health, and physical independence-whether you are in your thirties and building a foundation, or in your sixties and determined to stay capable, resilient, and active. Inside this comprehensive guide, you'll learn how to align nutrition, movement, and recovery into one cohesive system designed for longevity. You'll discover how to eat in a way that stabilizes blood sugar, supports muscle maintenance, and reduces unnecessary inflammation-without obsession, calorie counting, or restriction. You'll learn how to train with purpose, focusing on strength, endurance, mobility, and balance-the qualities that matter most as we age. And you'll understand why recovery, sleep, and stress regulation are not optional extras, but core pillars of lasting health. This book includes a thoughtfully designed longevity-focused cookbook with science-backed meals that support energy, muscle repair, and metabolic stability. Each recipe is practical, satisfying, and adaptable to real life-paired with guidance on when and how it fits best with your training and recovery days. The fitness component goes beyond generic workouts. You'll find a complete 12-week longevity training plan that blends strength training, Zone 2 cardio, mobility work, and recovery strategies into a balanced routine you can sustain for years-not weeks. Every recommendation is designed with joint health, aging physiology, and long-term consistency in mind. Throughout the book, the focus remains clear and grounded: Preserve muscle as metabolic insurance Build cardiovascular capacity without burnout Maintain mobility and balance to protect independence Eat to support stability, not perfection Recover intentionally to support long-term resilience Unlike many health books that overwhelm or oversimplify, Outlive Longevity Cookbook and Fitness Plan emphasizes awareness over restriction, discipline over extremes, and systems over short-term fixes. Longevity isn't about adding years at any cost.It's about adding life to those years-strength, capability, and confidence in your body. If you're ready to stop chasing health trends and start building a sustainable, evidence-based lifestyle that supports you for the long run, this book gives you the roadmap. �� Take control of your healthspan today. Order Outlive Longevity Cookbook and Fitness Plan now and begin building the strength, energy, and resilience your future self depends on.
The Night Before Christmas
This witty retelling of A Visit from Saint Nicholas sparkles with holiday cheer and weaves playful modern threads into the classic we all know and love. Whimsical artwork brings Santa's magical visit into today's world--complete with cookies, selfies, and a wink of humor. All generations can cozy up and share a laugh, a memory, and the timeless joy of Christmas Eve.
Recognizing Grace
Recognizing Grace is the moving life story of one woman's unconditional love and sacrifice, and it's a powerful testimony to the provision of God. As a pediatric nurse, mother, wife, and foster parent to two special-needs children, Ellie Enns is often brought to her knees and into the pages of her Bible to encounter the living God through Jesus Christ. Through her many challenges, she learns to depend on her Saviour and draw on her faith on a day-to-day basis.Through her job, Ellie comes into contact with two long-term pediatric hospital patients, Jenna and then Shawna, whose parents lived in Northern Canada and can't care for their daughters' highly complex medical needs. Moved by love and the Holy Spirit, Ellie and her family bring these girls into their home and provide them with a family, socialization, and as "normal" a life as possible. But ongoing medical crises threaten the lives of the girls and the stability of the family, forcing everyone to turn to the miraculous power of God. Even in their deepest grief, the family finds comfort in Him.A beautiful, authentic tribute to the joy, challenges, grief, and healing involved in fostering high-needs children, Recognizing Grace will inspire and give hope to readers who are searching for miracles and grace in their lives. Through the heartwarming story of Jenna and Shawna, Recognizing Grace witnesses to the reality that Jesus is real and miracles do happen!
Holy Spirit Fruits
What does it really mean to live by the Spirit? Holy Spirit Fruits is a 21-day devotional designed to help you slow down, breathe, and let God transform you from the inside out. Through the fruits of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, this devotional invites you into a sacred rhythm of reflection, renewal, and spiritual growth.Across these pages, authors Emmanuel Kesse and Cola Bennett weave together biblical teaching, personal storytelling, poetic reflection, and heartfelt prayer. You'll encounter both the men and women of Scripture who embodied these fruits-figures like the widow of Zarephath, Ruth, Boaz, Mary, Cornelius, the woman with the issue of blood, and more-each revealing how God cultivates His character in ordinary people willing to walk with Him.Whether you're in a waiting season, navigating storms, celebrating breakthroughs, or simply longing to grow spiritually, this devotional will meet you right where you are. It reminds you that growth is never about perfection-it's about process, surrender, and walking step by step with the Holy Spirit.Inside you'll find: - Daily devotionals woven with Scripture, story, and practical insight - Biblical examples from both male and female voices - Poetic reflections and honest prayers to deepen your time with God - Journal prompts to help you apply each fruit in real life - A closing reflection and message to carry you forward beyond the 21 daysHoly Spirit Fruits is more than a devotional-it's an invitation. A call to sit with God. A journey into His heart. A reminder that the Spirit grows His fruit slowly, beautifully, and faithfully in those who are willing.This is Emmanuel Kesse's first published book, born from his passion to see believers walk in authenticity, power, and spiritual maturity. Co-author Cola Bennett, writer of the memoir C.O.L.A: Casualty of Love's Apologies, brings a voice of resilience, storytelling, and redemption. Together, their perspectives create a devotional experience that is both deeply biblical and intimately relatable.If you're ready to rediscover God's voice, experience His fruit, and allow His Spirit to transform your everyday life-this journey is for you.
Blessed
In a world that increasingly defines success according to measures of wealth, power, and status, it can be hard to keep our grasp on God's vision for us. But considered in light of what the Bible teaches us, what does success truly mean?Well, the Sermon on the Mount described in Matthew 5:1-13 is a good place to start. In it, we learn of eight spiritual attitudes or "beautiful attitudes"-Beatitudes-that can lead us to success in God's eyes.Thoughtfully broken down into eight chapters, Blessed takes up each of the Beatitudes, illustrating them in action with stories from the Bible and providing helpful reflection questions for readers to consider.From the purity of heart shown by the Virgin Mary to Joseph's persecution for the sake of righteousness, stories demonstrating the Beatitudes abound both in the Bible and in modern times. Likewise, the rewards available to us for living by these principles are made clear throughout the holy Scriptures, from inheriting the Earth to having claim to the kingdom of Heaven.While it is exceedingly easy to fall prey to worldly definitions of success in the present day, Blessed reminds us that it is only through following the word of God that we can gain success that is everlasting, deep, and pure. Better yet, we already have everything we need for it right here.
Wittgenstein for Theologians
It would be an unusual fish indeed that contemplated the nature of the very water in which it lives. Ironically, human beings do not fare much better than fish: we tend not to notice the way language permeates all our life and thought. Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951) was one of a handful of recent thinkers who has shown just how important the nature of language is for the doing of theology. Not only do the workings of language outrank the authority of math and science, the very regularities by which we are able to communicate are inextricably tied to the bodily nature of our existence. (Of course, the bodily dimension of human language is why God's plan for reestablishing open communication with us required the incarnation of Jesus-the-Word rather than simply emailing to us a philosophical treatise.) Moreover, this bodily nature is irreducibly social by nature, and it is in the social "dance" with others that the world is brought into focus for a given individual. This present volume unpacks four of Wittgenstein's central concepts--language-games, grammar, form of life, and aspect-seeing--in order to explore their importance for doing the work of theology.
Traveling by a Different Way
Traveling by a Different Way...and Discovering God Along the Road.What happens when everything you took for granted-your routines, your church, your sense of safety-suddenly disappears?In this luminous and deeply comforting collection, Fr. Joel W. Huffstetler, rector of St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Cleveland, Tennessee, invites us to see life's upheavals through the steady light of grace. Preached during the pandemic and refined for readers everywhere, these thirty-six meditations remind us that even in the hardest seasons, God is quietly shaping us for something new.With wit, warmth, and pastoral wisdom, Huffstetler draws on Scripture and real-life moments to explore: How disruption can open the door to spiritual renewalWhy faith often begins where certainty endsWhat it means to love, trust, and serve in a divided worldHow to recognize "silver linings in the cloud"Both timeless and timely, Traveling by a Different Way speaks to anyone who's ever felt disoriented and wondered how to find their way back to peace. It's a book to read slowly, to return to often, and to share with anyone longing for hope that feels both honest and hard-won.
More than Conquerors
More than Conquerors examines the origin of the early Christian Church beginning on the Day of Pentecost down to the later years of the fifth century. This is a crucial period during which the early Christians had to contend with opposition from false teaching within its ranks and the brutal persecutions of the Roman Empire from without. Notwithstanding these challenges the early Christians were able to agree the books which make up the New Testament and the key doctrines of the Trinity and the eternal deity and humanity of Jesus, producing historic creeds which are still express the very heart and centre of global Christian faith. The book demonstrates how early Christian leaders and theologians utilized and contextualized apostolic teaching and biblical and literature in the development of their lives, disciplines, worship and sacraments. The Emperor Constantine's conversion in 312 brought an end to the persecutions and ultimately led to Christianity becoming the established religion of the Roman Empire. The spread of Early Christianity was remarkable by any standards. The early Christians had in a real sense become "More than Conquerors", but that too brought its problems, albeit of a different nature. This is a book which greatly enhance all readers in the knowledge and understanding of their Christian faith, doctrine and understanding of the Church.
Christian Paideia (Vol. II)
Christian PaideiaVol. II: A History of Christian Education from 500 to 1050 ADWhile the first volume of Christian Paideia traces the outstanding achievements of the Church Fathers in their appropriation of Greco-Roman paideia for the Church, the second volume discusses how early medieval thinkers from the Latin West and the Greek East continued and deepened this work. They further developed many aspects of this now-Christian paideia and added much that was creative, spiritual, and even charming in their love and pursuit of wisdom and the truth. They did so even while they faced a range of cultural, educational, and religious challenges in the upheavals that Western and Eastern Christians faced from 500 to 1050 AD.
The Other Side of the Story
Have you ever enjoyed a song so much that you kept playing it over and over again? Based on the artist's talent, you wondered what else they had to say. When 45 records were popular, there was always an element of surprise with the B-side, and sometimes you would find yourself liking the other tracks better than the hit single. Likewise, if you don't decide to hear what's next on the album of your life, you will limit your listening experience to only what you've heard. There's another side to your life; one that God can renew, restore, and revive in ways you never dreamed possible.The Other Side of the Story was written to help transform your thoughts and motivate you to reach for everything that God has destined for you. You will begin to move toward better things as you understand God's intention for your life. I want you to rest in the fact that this is not the end for you, but your best is yet to come!
The Heart-Cry Of Jesus
The heart-cry of Jesus presents a profound exploration of spiritual awakening and the divine call to holiness that transcends ritual and doctrine. The book emphasizes the inward transformation that occurs when faith becomes a living force rather than a mere belief system. It urges believers to seek a deeper communion with the divine through the process of sanctification, portraying it as the ultimate fulfillment of Christian life. The narrative examines the difference between surface-level conversion and the full realization of spiritual renewal, encouraging an active response to the inner prompting of grace. Through earnest reflection, the author portrays holiness not as an abstract state but as a lived reality that manifests in compassion, purity, and selfless service. The text calls for a surrender of personal will to divine purpose, presenting sanctification as both a gift and a responsibility. In its essence, it stands as a guide for spiritual restoration, urging a heartfelt return to the transformative presence of Jesus.
Christianity
Is Christianity just a belief that dulls the pain of our existence with dreams that are beautiful but false? Or is it an accurate account of reality, our own condition and God's attitude toward us? Gooding and Lennox address crucial issues that can make it difficult for thoughtful people to accept the Christian message. They answer those questions and show that clear thinking is not in conflict with personal faith in Jesus Christ.
Prayers for My Baby Girl
Beautifully written and illustrated, this highly giftable book features 40 life-changing prayers to help parents speak spiritual truth and blessing over their newborn girl's life. Christian parents hold special dreams for their baby girl's future, hoping that she will grow to become wise, kind, and most important, a believer in Jesus Christ. Each prayer addresses a different, important area of a girl's life, including her... - education - protection - purpose - relationships - salvation These short yet powerful prayers are perfect for your quiet time with God, for praying over an unborn girl, as a thoughtful baby shower gift, or as a meaningful way to congratulate new parents. Give yourself or a parent you know the life-changing gift of prayer.
Dancing to the Heartbeat of God
Dancing to the Heartbeat of God explores many aspects of discipleship.With a foreword and an afterword by the Archbishop of Canterbury designate, an introduction by the Archbishop of York, and chapters by around thirty authors drawn from across the globe, the volume creates a sense of excitement, dynamism and faithful witness in its gloriously diverse writers and readers alike.Its testimonies and stories aim to encourage people in the Church of England and across the Anglican Communion to share their faith with others.
