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Enjoy having 10 powerful disciplines and practical applications you can easily use to break free of an unfulfilling retirement and step forward into a new, remarkably fulfilling season—regardless of how you’ve defined “work”.
Afterwork is a healthy and hopeful approach to retirement — and it may be different than conventional wisdom.
Our society declares that a self-focused, uber-comfortable, and vacation-minded retirement is what we want. That retirement is mostly a financial problem to be solved. What could possibly go wrong with double the free time and less structure in your life? But, this is where we go wrong. The retirement lie says that a successful retirement is an endless vacation based on financial security, but this way of thinking is a down payment toward purposelessness and disappointment. Afterwork:
- Exposes the retirement lie
- Explores the 10 key disciplines to avoid a destiny of disillusionment
- Opens you to a life of purpose and meaning
The afterwork mindset and its disciplines are applicable to anyone. Perhaps you’re leaving a traditional career. Your children are grown and gone. Maybe you’ve sold your business. Harder still, you may be navigating the unfathomable passing of a loved one. Preparing for and living well through these tectonic shifts requires serious reflection, intentional thinking and healthy mindsets. That’s afterwork, and its quest for you is to thrive in the most impactful, purposeful season of your life.
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Princess Evelyn longs to bring a wonderful surprise to Father King. Her plan is to make him smile, but she doesn’t want just any smile—she hopes to make even his heart smile! But what happens when her plans fall apart? Can she still make Father King’s heart smile even after everything has gone wrong?
A delightful arrangement of story, song, and rhyme shows children not only that God loves us but that He longs for us to express our love for Him too! Tucked into the story are four simple ways that show how a child can love God back every day. Children will come away knowing they are loved and treasured, and the story notes at the end will help them continue to express their love for God each day for the rest of their lives.
Listen to Sue's interview with Carrie Abbott: How to Teach Kids Key Spiritual Disciplines and Help Grown-Ups Too!
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How is Scripture's teaching on homosexuality "good news" to a world that increasingly finds that message intolerable? And how can we love our gay friends without compromising biblical truth? Sharing Ron's journey from sexual brokenness to healing, Barr and Citlau bring empathy and pastoral wisdom to a controversial topic. Foreword by Kevin DeYoung.
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Listen to Justice Kuehl's interview with Carrie Abbott: Feminist to Feminine, Part 1 and Feminist to Feminine, Part 2
What does it mean to reclaim your womanhood in today’s culture?
Divisive and politicized, modern feminism and the call to rewrite traditional gender roles has only left women more confused. Author Justice Kuehl is exploring a new biblical femininity and discovering who our Father created women to really be. She shares her personal journey from defending feminist messages to finding the hypocrisy of modern feminism.
By breaking down biblical feminism and asking the hard questions, Feminist to Feminine will bring readers on a journey to discover their identity and value, not based on society’s definitions or expectations, but straight from our Father in heaven.
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In a difficult, divided world, or when going through challenges, it can be hard to lift our heads and hearts and yet Jesus says He came to bring good news of great joy for all people! It is a promise for us no matter our circumstances! But how do we get there?
In this 60-day devotional, social researcher and best-selling author Shaunti Feldhahn focuses on eight key elements of finding joy truths that shine out from both science and scripture.
Ladies, join us on an amazing journey to transform our minds and find Christ-focused wonder in the midst of everyday life no matter what our situation might be. Joy is not a positive-thinking exercise. Joy is an intentional choice that will transform our hearts.
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What do you do if your husband won’t get a job? When you don’t like the way he’s parenting the kids? How do you know when to stand up to a controlling husband—or if you’ve become a controlling or manipulative wife?
Many women feel lost in their marriages. They don’t know what to do with their disappointment, when to ask for help, or what it looks like to let go of the need to control. Yet, God has given women incredible power in marriage—but they have to learn how to use it.In a complete rewrite of her bestselling book, Finding the Hero in Your Husband, Dr. Juli Slattery gently guides women to see how their attempts to manage or fix the messiness of marriage may actually undermine the very connection they want to build.
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Listen to Cheryl's interview with Carrie Abbott: Fire on the Family Altar, Part 1 and Fire on the Family Altar, Part 2
Experience the Holy Spirit's Power in Your Home
“As the family goes, so goes the nation.”
Nations are in turmoil because of satan’s attack on the family. As countless households have surrendered to the slumbering spell of the spirit of this age, the world has increasingly fallen into decay. But there is hope! Destruction of this demonic agenda is possible, and it begins at home!
“Revival will come to a nation when the family altar is restored.” Cheryl Sacks, a dynamic Kingdom leader and prophetic intercessor, heard these words from the Lord. Today, she is wholeheartedly working to turn the tide by filling households across the nation with Holy Spirit power!
In Fire on the Family Altar, Cheryl offers prophetic decrees and practical instructions for restoring the family altar in your home, so you can operate in the strength that God created families to maintain within culture.
In this bold book, you will discover how to:
- Pray supernatural prayers that catapult children into divine destiny.
- Bring your household into encounters with the Holy Spirit.
- Safeguard your family from the powers of darkness.
- Raise up Kingdom reformers who will shape and impact every sphere of culture.
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Recognized as an ECPA Bronze Seller of over 100,000 copies sold.
God Made All of Me by Justin and Lindsey Holcomb is an invaluable resource and beautifully illustrated story to help families talk about sensitive issues with two- to eight-year-old children.
Because the private parts of our bodies are private, home is the ideal environment for a child to learn about his or her body and how it should be treated by others—without conveying a message of shame.
Through carefully written language and relatable storytelling, God Made All of Me helps parents navigate discussion that can so easily be warped into confusion, embarrassment, and secrecy.
Instead of instilling a message that their bodies are shameful—which can often prevent children from recognizing and reporting sexual abuse—Justin and Lindsey Holcomb equip parents to build a first line of defense against sexual abuse in the safety of their own homes.
This helpful guide starts from the fundamental truth that God created everything and applies that truth—the doctrine of creation—to kids and their bodies. With the help of God Made All of Me, parents and caregivers can begin conversations with boys and girls about their bodies, helping kids understand the difference between the appropriate and inappropriate touch of others.
This life-changing resource shows readers how to establish the foundation for a healthy bond with their children to meet increasing challenges of sexuality, which they will inevitably confront in childhood and adolescence. By teaching their children how to establish body and health boundaries, parents are imparting invaluable skills for their kids to express thoughts and feelings.
God Made All of Me is the first children's book written by Rid of My Disgrace authors, Justin and Lindsey Holcomb. Parents of young children themselves, the Holcombs are profoundly aware of the dangers kids face, and they regularly counsel victims of sexual abuse.
Explore God Made All of Me and find encouragement, clear guidance, and the tools necessary to facilitate open conversations about how your children can protect their bodies, an important step in keeping them as safe as possible.
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God Made Babies by Justin S. Holcomb, Lindsey A. Holcomb, and illustrator, Trish Mahoney, helps parents start the conversation with their children about sex by giving them the basic tools to guide them - including specific biblical context and age-appropriate ways to talking to children at different stages. Drawing from the story of creation and how God made the living world to reproduce, God Made Babies helps children to understand the gift of reproduction in the light of God's goodness and care. Rather than waiting to have this conversation with their child at the "perfect" time, the authors encourage parents to answer questions at every stage with just the right amount of information. This book is part of the God Made Me series. Board book, Recommended for ages 4 to 7 years old.
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This beautifully illustrated children's book invites kids to explore God's design for ethnic diversity and challenges readers—both parents and children—to learn and live out counter-cultural, biblical views, fostering a lifelong celebration of diversity for the glory of God. Designed for four- to eleven-year-olds, God Made Me AND You by Shai Linne is the second book in the God Made Me series, starting with God Made All of Me by Justin and Lindsey Holcomb.
Because Scripture teaches that ethnic diversity is not something that should be tolerated but rather enthusiastically embraced, Christian hip hop artist Shai Linne helps children, parents, and caregivers to celebrate this biblical truth through a lyrical, rhyming style and colorful illustrations.
God Made Me AND You is an approachable guide for families to begin conversations about cultivating a God's perspective on ethnic diversity, confronting the sins of racism, bigotry, and ethnic pride.
Because children learn from family members, media, or peers, parents and caretakers have a responsibility to teach their children what God has to say about the beauty of diversity in his image-bearers, with a particular focus on ethnic diversity.
This colorful and compelling children's book serves as a resource and lifelong gift for children and parents, helping families understand diversity from a biblical perspective and with a clear picture of the beauty and glory of God.
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One day, a group of students and their teacher travel to a zoo safari park to learn all about the different animals. During a fun jeep ride around the park, the guide shares fascinating information about lions, rhinoceroses, elephants, buffalo, and more, pointing out distinctive characteristics about each animal's body and how those qualities make the animals special. Along the way, the children start to notice how their differences in appearance make each of them special too. Their teacher helps them reflect on their own body image and teaches them how they were created uniquely in God's image.
Because bodies can be confusing and sometimes embarrassing to children, Justin and Lindsey Holcomb wrote God Made Me in His Image for parents to use in helping their kids understand how God made their bodies in his image. Parents and caregivers can use this powerful book, illustrated by Trish Mahoney, to help children understand their feelings about their bodies and help them accept them by highlighting God's loving design of our individual physical characteristics.
God Made Me in His Image is part of the God Made Me series which equips parents to have important, impactful conversations with their children, helping them to grow in understanding of God, themselves, and others. Each book in the series contains a special section just for parents and caregivers that provides biblical guidance and offers additional information and resources for talking about the topic addressed in the story.
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God protects and takes care of his people in amazing ways. He is powerful and good, and he always keeps his promises. Through the Bible stories in God Wins, children will hear about Joshua, David, Daniel's friends, and Esther. Even though these heroes were afraid, they obeyed God and were used to save God's people.
Author Jared Kennedy uses simple words and concepts to help toddlers and preschoolers understand that in any situation God always wins. The interactive questions in the stories help children understand that God still takes care of us today.
This beautifully illustrated board book for ages three to five is part of the Beginner's Gospel Story Book series. The preschool-friendly pictures in God Wins will also help teach about shapes, colors, and counting. Children will be captivated by the bright, modern illustrations and the simple encouraging content will help them trust God, no matter what.
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When You Don't Know Who You Are Anymore
Research shows that people who have a sense of calling are more productive, motivated, and resilient than their peers. But they are also more likely to experience the physical, mental, and spiritual exhaustion of burnout. When they do, the impact is more severe and disorienting. Burnout often starts from something very good: a passionate commitment to meaningful work and the skill to make it a reality. But the dark side of calling is that passion and skill without boundaries are like matches to a dry forest, at risk for devastating destruction.
How can we pursue our callings while managing our risk for burnout? Communication and workplace expert AriannaMolloy explores the nature of a healthy calling and the surprising key to unlocking a more sustainable approach. Humility is essential to a healthy calling, one that involves knowing yourself well, being teachable, and embracing the vulnerability ofconsistently taking time to rest and reflect. Molloy identifies essential practices and disciplines to recalibrate your calling and transform your work, relationships, and life.
You don't have to feel stuck and alone, disoriented in the dark.Let the Caller turn on the lights and return you to health.
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When the daily work of caring for your home feels unseen, exhausting, or ordinary, this warm guide helps Christian women see their service as sacred work.
In Homemaking Matters, Marci Ferrell shows how the gospel changes everything, especially what we do in our homes. Blending biblical insight, lived wisdom, and practical takeaways, she helps you see each day not as a checklist of chores, but as a divine vocation with eternal significance.
From keeping up with family laundry to welcoming a friend over for dinner, every opportunity to serve others is an opportunity to serve God. With chapters on ordinary tasks, the ministry of home, mentorship, joy, and more, this book reframes homemaking as purposeful, valuable service that women in every season of life―young or old, married or single, with kids or without―can do for God’s glory.
Inside, you’ll learn to
- see routine chores as opportunities for worship and service
- practice contentment instead of chasing a picture-perfect life
- encourage younger women through everyday faithfulness
- choose joy and gratitude in repetitive responsibilities
- reflect Christ’s patience, humility, and love in daily family life
- grow in Christlikeness through the everyday work God has entrusted to you
Let Homemaking Matters renew your vision for the ministry of home and help you serve with purpose, joy, and confidence in Christ.
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If you're tired of arguing with your spouse over the same old issues and longing for a marriage with more intimacy, then How We Love, Expanded Edition can help you to transform your relationship with your partner.
Learn how your childhood experiences shaped your future expectations of all relationships, especially marriage, and what you can do to develop a more intimate and passionate relationship. A companion workbook is available separately
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Rich with Nicole C. Mullen’s deeply personal lessons from her own journey of overcoming abuse and betrayal, this book provides biblical insights and practical encouragement.
Nicole C. Mullen is known for her success as an artist, winning nine Dove Awards including Female Vocalist of the Year for her hit songs “Redeemer” and “On My Knees.” However, what most don’t know is that Nicole, like everyone else, has suffered from brokenness, pain, and fear of the future.
It was during these trying moments that Nicole drew strength from courageous men and women, who in difficult times trusted God to help them make the right decisions in their darkest seasons. In her new book It’s Never Wrong to Do the Right Thing, Nicole shares the stories of people from the Bible, history, and her life who have inspired her to make changes for the better. Through her reflective storytelling and rich Bible teaching, you will discover:
- Guidance in knowing when to wait or act (Abigail)
- The value of life and why it’s worth fighting for (Jochebed)
- How rewards will come when we fear God more than man (Rahab)
- The urgency to obey God when He speaks (Mary and Joseph)
- The importance of initiating change (Elizabeth Freeman)
You don’t have to stay stuck in the shadows of despair and shame. Godly decisions will help restore your heart and direct you to a life of abundant blessings in Christ.
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Every Easter, we celebrate that Jesus is more powerful than death. But what does that mean for your little one? Jesus Rose for Me by author Jared Kennedy helps toddlers and preschoolers understand the true meaning of Easter in a personal, memorable way.
This board book is a part of The Beginner's Gospel Story Bible series. For children ages three to five, this beautifully illustrated book begins with Palm Sunday and ends with Easter, when Jesus rose for us. Children will learn that Jesus is our king, and that everyone who trusts in him is part of his forever family.
Help your kids understand that Jesus died for us and rose from the dead. Because of the compelling content and modern, vivid illustrations, children will live in the joy of the greatest truth of all: Jesus is alive!
This conversational book simply tells the story of the gospel and invites children to respond. Jesus Rose for Me helps toddlers and preschoolers celebrate that every day is resurrection day.
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Toddlers are not too young to learn the gospel! Help them discover how and why Jesus saves in this hopeful and beautifully illustrated board book. Using simple, easy-to-understand concepts, children's book author Sarah Reju offers a way for parents to teach the good news to children ages one to four.
Every generation needs to hear and believe the good news. Even the youngest children need to know, from the time they are in diapers, that there is a God who made them, loves them, and is calling them to turn from their sins and trust in him. The rhythmic, repetitive style of the story will make the content memorable for toddlers.
Each bright page, illustrated by Phil Schorr, includes a short Bible verse that helps your child to understand the gospel and love Jesus. Also included for parents is a short explanation of how to explain the gospel to young children. This book will help parents build a foundation of faith for years to come.
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Introduce preschoolers to the wonderful truth of Scripture with My First ABC Book of Bible Verses.
Jonathan Gibson helps toddlers and preschoolers learn key Bible verses along with their ABCs. Each letter of the alphabet has a bright, captivatingly illustrated page with a short, foundational Bible verse to be memorized and a simple sentence that helps explain the verse.
Parents, grandparents, and caregivers will love to use this book to teach the littlest ones foundational truths in a fun, easy-to-remember way. By committing these big truths to their little hearts and minds, toddlers and preschoolers will be able to ground their young faith in God's Word, which will guide them in the years to come. Children will learn from the earliest age who made them, why they need Jesus, how to become a child of God, what to do when they are afraid, and many more life-changing truths.
My First ABC Book of Bible Verses is the first book in the Big Truths for Little Minds series, which introduces children ages 3–5 to basic concepts of the Christian faith.
- Toddler- and preschool-friendly introduction to Scripture memory.
- Engaging illustrations by Michael Mullan will capture and hold young children's attention.
- Written by a seminary professor and father of four.
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Your wedding was perfect. But between saying the vows and actually living your marriage ... there’s a whole world no one really prepares you for.
Pastor Mike Novotny remembers that world well. He and his wife stepped into marriage with deep love—but almost no shared expectations about money, communication, sex, family, faith, chores, or even what “being sick” really meant. Like most couples, they learned a lot by bumping into things they never saw coming.
This book is the guide the Novotnys wish they’d had, so Pastor Mike wrote it with you in mind. From mismatched assumptions about chores and money to navigating in-laws, intimacy, and the mysterious way your spouse loads the dishwasher, this book helps you bridge the gaps, build connection, and enjoy being married.
Whether you’re a young couple or someone who loves them, this is the how-to guide every newlywed needs to survive—and genuinely love—year one.
Listen to Pastor Mike's interview with Carrie Abbott: A Newlyweds’ Guide for Loving in the Early Years of Marriage, Part 1 and A Newlyweds’ Guide for Loving in the Early Years of Marriage, Part 2
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Renew your soul through the beauty of art and creativity.
In Old Soul, New Creation, join fine artist Jake Weidmann, certified as one of nine Master Penmen in the world, as you immerse yourself in the centuries-old tradition of communing with God through creative work.
Whether you prefer a pen, a paintbrush, or an iPad, every creative endeavor you undertake is a testimony to how God made you in His image. Jake invites you into his artist's studio to see the Maker's steady hand at work in his life and art, and ultimately to inspire you to embrace God's calling over you, whatever it may be.
Old Soul, New Creation features ten of Jake's creations, along with in-progress photographs and stories of the artistic and spiritual struggle behind each. As you sink into the words and images of Old Soul, New Creation, you'll discover:
- Jake's artwork, along with original calligraphy and illustrations
- Personal stories and biblical insights about experiencing transformation through your work and talent
- Prayers to encourage you to lean on God as you pursue your passions
Old Soul, New Creation is for anyone who:
- Delights in fine art and beautiful craftsmanship
- Seeks inspiration to forge ahead through artistic struggles
- Wants a deeper understanding of a theology of work
- Longs for creative Christian community
- Desires richer purpose and spiritual depth in their creative pursuits
Slow down, breathe, and let your spirit be renewed through the beauty of art and craftsmanship in Old Soul, New Creation. As Jake writes, "God is creating in you. How will you join Him?"
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Every interaction is an opportunity to reflect God’s love with greater wisdom, humility, and intention.
Our technology-saturated and social media–connected world has made it harder to engage in healthy, meaningful, real-life interactions. But we were made for connection―and there are practical skills that can help you communicate with greater care and deepen your relationships.
From bestselling author and licensed therapist Debra Fileta, People Skills offers 31 transformational social skills that will strengthen your interpersonal relationships and create meaningful interactions.
Rooted in Scripture and informed by science and psychology, this book will help you
- understand the impact of first impressions, body language, and everyday conversation habits
- learn how to apologize, forgive, and engage in healthy conflict resolution
- deal with rejection, comparison, and difficult people with wisdom
- recognize how screens affect your relationships and practice being fully present
Each chapter includes a “Take Ownership” reflection to help you evaluate your patterns, identify one area for growth, and take a practical step forward. Instead of overwhelming you with theory, each lesson helps you apply one clear skill to everyday life.
Whether you’re in leadership, ministry, or business―or simply looking to strengthen your connections―this guide will empower you to improve your relationships and become a more effective conduit of God’s love. Increase your people skills, love better, and make every interaction count!
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Pave the way for a successful blended family marriage with Preparing to Blend: A Premarital Guide for Blended Family Couples. Ron L. Deal offers advice on how to predict common issues, define expectations & create solutions with exercises to accelerate family bonding & help you plan your wedding.
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Remarkable missions require remarkable teams.
Vision, passion, and talent alone are never enough. Every mission that truly matters-whether in business, nonprofit work, or the local church-rises or falls on the health of the team carrying it.
In Reaching for Remarkable, team expert and Slingshot Group CEO Tim Foot reveals why teams-not heroes-are the true drivers of lasting impact. Drawing from decades of experience with thousands of organizations, he uncovers the consistent patterns that move teams from merely functional to truly remarkable.
Through compelling stories and real-world insight-from Olympic crews and iconic brands to jazz bands, LEGO, and faith-forward organizations-Foot introduces The Seven Signatures of Remarkable Teams: Conviction, Message, Culture, Roles, Systems, Friction, and Risk. Together, these signatures form a practical pathway for building teams that align, adapt, and thrive-while exposing the hidden traps that quietly derail even the best missions.
If your mission matters, your team matters more. Reaching for Remarkable is your guide to building the kind of team your mission deserves.
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It's time to reclaim a generation! Our young people are in distress! Schools and universities often feel like battlegrounds for the hearts and souls of kids. Many are concerned--especially parents and grandparents--for the future of the next generation. What can you do? Pray! Reclaim a Generation is a 21-day prayer guide, loaded with relevant information about the issues schools and kids face today. It includes targeted prayer points and Scriptures to pray through each day. While it can be used any time throughout the year, it is especially effective to use when kids are going back to school after summer break. Pray for a school that's on your heart--maybe the school you attended, your child's or grandchild's school, or one in your neighborhood. Better yet . . . get your entire church or prayer group to pray through this guide with you! Reclaim a Generation also includes tips for churches on how to bless schools and kids with prayer in unique ways while they are praying through this guide as a congregation.
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"I highly recommend this insightful book to all married couples."--GARY CHAPMAN, PhD, author of The 5 Love Languages
Let's Talk about Sex
Most people are curious about sex and would love a few answers to questions such as:
● Are we normal?
● Why isn't my spouse as interested in sex as I am?
● I don't want to feel pressured, but don't want to disappoint my spouse either--what do I do?
● How do we handle the impact of medication, menopause, porn, ED, pain . . . ?
● How can we get on the same page and create a thriving intimate life?
Sex is one of the most common marriage issues (for example, almost 80% of couples are mismatched in how often they want it), but it doesn't have to be that way.
Relationship researcher Shaunti Feldhahn and renowned sex therapist Dr. Michael Sytsma have identified eight simple, transformational factors to help you move from disconnection to delight. This is knowledge you can trust, based on vast clinical experience and their breakthrough research, including the largest nationally representative study ever conducted with married couples about sex.
This book is not a "sex manual"; it is a fascinating, practical field guide that will help you intimately understand your spouse and create the marriage you've always wanted.
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Listen to Penny's interview with Carrie Abbott: Seven Rules for Success in Business and Life
Unlock your God-given potential with this heartfelt guide for any woman looking to step into a successful future. Penny Young Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America, draws from over 30 years of experience in Washington, D.C.’s corridors of power to share practical wisdom and spiritual insight that just may be what you need to get to the next level. From mastering professional etiquette to avoiding common pitfalls, this book equips you to shine in any setting—whether it’s a job interview or a White House dinner. With simple rules like “Be Prepared” and “Be Graceful,” Nance offers insider tips to navigate life’s challenges. Rooted in faith and real-world experience, this empowering guide will inspire women to embrace God’s plan with confidence, purpose, and grace. Your journey to meaningful success could start here!
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Teach children the power of words with Taste Your Words by Bonnie Clark, illustrated by Todd Bright. Amera's having a bad day. Her best friend ruined her cupcake and they both said mean things. When her brings her bad mood home with her, her mom tells her to "taste her words." Amera's mean words taste like rotten eggs, spoiled milk, and lemons! As Amera realizes that her mean words make her feel bad and others feel worse, she starts saying the kindest, sweetest words she can find. A wonderful resource for parents who want to teach their kids to think before they speak.
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Cut out the noise of diet culture and enjoy a healthier, happier life! Barrett and Allison offer straightforward, biblically sound, and research-based insights for well-rounded nutrition and lifestyle guidance. 144 pages, softcover.
Listen to Pearl and Serene's interview with Carrie Abbott: 7 Skills for Lasting Health from Trim Healthy Mamas, Part 1 and 7 Skills for Lasting Health from Trim Healthy Mamas, Part 2
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"Resurrection, because Jesus gives life to the dead;
Before he was risen, he gave his life in our stead.
See, all of us will die, returning back to the dust;
But he'll raise us like Lazarus we just have to trust.
Without sin, he is righteous, born of a virgin.
By his resurrection, our salvation is certain.
Now he is risen, ruling, and reigning,
Soon he'll be returning, to begin the final raising!"
Catechism can be fun! The Acrostic of Jesus is a joy to read over and over again, and a brilliant tool to help kids gain a greater understanding of Christ. Young readers will learn "Christology" the study of Jesus. The more we learn about Jesus, the more reasons we have to love him!
By giving children an alphabetical list of the names and attributes of Jesus written with a rhyming beat, Jonathan Gibson and Timothy Brindle make The Acrostic of Jesus fun to read and simple to memorize. Each characteristic, A to Z, weaves together a beautiful picture of who Jesus is and why he came to earth.
Using the alphabet to teach about God has a rich history in the Bible, especially in the Psalms and Lamentations. Several of the psalms notably Psalm 119 begin with letters of the Hebrew alphabet, forming an acrostic that spells out the entire alphabet.
The authors make learning Christology easy and enjoyable. Their book shows Jesus as he is, not "just to know about him more in our brains, but to know him as the God of glory who reigns."
Illustrated by C. S. Fritz, The Acrostic of Jesus is the second in the series, An Acrostic Theology for Kids, introducing children ages five to eleven to systematic theology uniquely on their age level.
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Listen to Teresa Kenney's interview with Carrie Abbott: The Happy Girls Guide to Being Whole
Have you ever been confused or frustrated by your body?
Have you had questions about the changes and symptoms around your menstrual cycle without getting answers from your doctor?
You are not alone if you have...
- experienced uncomfortable symptoms related to your menstrual cycle
- been told birth control pills are the only answer
- been frustrated by birth control side effects, but know no other options
- never been told how your body works naturally
- desired to take a more positive and natural approach to your body and health
It is time to learn what you may have never been told: your body is good.
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Have we ever needed kindness more? Learn which ways of acting, speaking, and thinking will improve your relationships and make the greatest difference for your life.
“This book has the potential to change the emotional climate of our culture.”—Gary Chapman, New York Times bestselling author of The Five Love Languages
Think of your toughest relationship. Think of a relationship that is good but could be great. Think of a group of people that drives you nuts. You want to show more kindness and generosity, but sometimes you’re just tired, stretched, and frustrated. Besides, would small actions make that big a difference? Yes!
After years of extensive research, Shaunti Feldhahn has concluded that kindness is a superpower. It can change any relationship, make your life easier and better, and transform our culture. But how does it work? And how can you show kindness when you don’t feel like it?
In The Kindness Challenge, Shaunti explores . . .
• Three simple acts that make all the difference in any relationship (with a spouse, child, co-worker, brother-in-law . . .)
• Whether kindness is ever the wrong approach
• The seven ways you may be unkind and never realize it
• Eight types of kindness—and which might be the best fit for you
• Ten sneaky obstacles that get in the way of giving praise
• Practical ways to persevere when kindness is tough
• How kindness in marriage leads to benefits in the bedroom (yes, really!)
• Why your acts of kindness today can help transform the world
With self-assessments, day-to-day tips, a 30-day challenge, and specific kindness ideas, The Kindness Challenge can make your toughest relationships better and your good relationships great—starting today.
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The Next Step in the Love Language Revolution.
If you’re one of the 20 million readers of The 5 Love Languages, you already know love isn’t one-size-fits-all. But knowing someone’s love language isn’t enough. Real connection happens when you master their dialect, the personal, powerful way your partner uniquely receives love. That’s when love moves from routine to remarkable—for both of you. This book is your master class in emotional connection. In this long-awaited next step, Dr. Gary Chapman teams up with relationship experts Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott to help you move beyond the basics and speak love in a way that finally lands. This book shows you how the #1 reason heartfelt love still misses the mark. Finally see how personality types shape the way love is given—and receivedAsk the most important question for improving your love lifeGet more of the love you crave—without having to ask twiceUse the new, practical ways for keeping both of your love tanks full to the brim.
After decades of helping couples love better, Chapman says, “The love language that matters most is the one your loved one is longing to hear.”Whether you’re dating, newly married, or years into forever, this is your guide to speaking love like never before.
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Even young children want answers to the hard questions about God and suffering. In The Moon Is Always Round, seminary professor and author Jonathan Gibson uses the vivid imagery of the moon to explain to children how God's goodness is always present, even when it might appear to be obscured by upsetting or difficult circumstances.
In this beautiful, full-color illustrated book, he allows readers to eavesdrop on the conversations he had with his young son in response to his sister's death. Father and son share a simple liturgy together that reminds them that, just as the moon is always round despite its different phases, so also the goodness of God is always present throughout the different phases of life.
A section in the back of the book offers further biblical help for parents and caregivers in explaining God's goodness to children. Jonathan Gibson reminds children of all ages that God's goodness is present in the most difficult of times, even if we can't always see it.
The Moon Is Always Round gives children a way to understand God's goodness in the midst of grief, the companion book, You are Still a Mother by Jackie Gibson, tells the story of loss and heartache from her unique perspective as a mom.
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What do Oprah, Abraham Lincoln, Max Lucado, Meryl Streep, and Joanna Gaines have in common? They're all introverts! Gerth reveals the brain science behind this trait that half the population shares, what it really means, and why it's so important to our world. She explores ways to exude quiet confidence, form meaningful relationships, and exercise unexpected influence.
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The Really Radical Book for Kids continues the exciting dive into the roots of the Christian faith started in The Radical Book for Kids. More Bible exploration, more history, and more faith-filled direction for how to live as a believer in the here and now.
Short chapters on a variety of topics will grab the interest of readers of all ages, from 8 to 80! Kids will learn about ancient kings, legendary battles, and fierce snakes and dragons.They'll discover unusual food to make, secret codes to break, fun crafts to try, and strange planes to fly. They'll also uncover exciting ways to read the Bible, factual reasons to believe, stunning truths about God, and incredible examples of "radical" men and women who have gone before them and trusted Jesus in challenging times.
The Really Radical Book for Kids by Champ Thornton will spark curiosity and a love for God's Word.
- Sequel to the Christian Book Award winning Radical Book for Kids.
- Packed with fun, captivating, and age-appropriate content to help kids ages 8-14 learn more about how to read God's powerful Word.
- Rich biblical content (church history, apologetics, etc.) that will keep young readers' attention.
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What Happens When Women See What Men See?
You already know that your husband, boyfriend, or son is wired differently from you, but do you know what that really means? It means, among other things, that he’s been given the gift of a unique visual wiring—and the challenges that come with it.
In Through a Man’s Eyes, Shaunti Feldhahn and Craig Gross team up to help open oureyes to something we are often blind to. They address questions like:
· “Why are guys so visual—and what does that mean, anyway?”
· “How do I help my son navigate this sex-crazed culture?”
· “How dare someone tell a woman to watch what she wears! Isn’t it a man’s responsibility not to look?”
· “If he’s tempted by visual images, is there something wrong with him? With me?”
· “My husband is an honorable guy, so why would he be tempted by porn?”
· “How can I talk to my husband or son about this? What can I do to support him?”
Through the compassion and candor in this book, we can learn what men have long wished we knew (but didn’t know how to explain)—and see the difference it makes when we do!
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Experience true flourishing! Larson's 40-day pilgrimage will help you retrain your brain to notice God's goodness, revive faith by praying His promises, renew strength by following the Healer, and more.
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Listen to Shaunti's interview with Carrie Abbott: When Hurting People Come to Church, Part 1 and When Hurting People Come to Church, Part 2
People are hurting at a scale we’ve never seen. They’re dealing with an onslaught of issues like anxiety, grief, mental illness, family troubles, and hopelessness. Pastors and counselors can’t see everyone in need. This book can help.
Based on national research with more than 2,000 church leaders, social researcher and bestselling author Shaunti Feldhahn and psychologist and professor Dr. James Sells show how this is the church’s moment –and present a tested vision that is already thriving in churches of every size across the country!
We have an incredible opportunity to bring healing to the hurting, take the load off of the already-too-busy pastor and counselor, and grow healthy church communities of care—for now and many years to come.
Today, we face a dramatic rise in every psychological and spiritual need, just as affordable counseling solutions are more difficult to find. For perspective, 25 million people—more than the population of Florida—are not getting help for severe anxiety alone. Enter the church and millions of Christian lay people who understand brokenness, grace, and the power of relationship.
In every community, the church has the opportunity to be a key place people go for help. In fact, church growth experts describe this type of church care ministry as the evangelism, discipleship, and church growth method of the 21st century.
This book will share how this works, and equip you as a busy leader to:
- understand the mental health crisis in your community
- raise up motivated lay people within the church to help address the spiritual and emotional needs of the hurting
- partner with counselors and other mental health professionals most effectively
- organize the church’s time and resources to reach the most people, while freeing you to step in where you are most needed
- grow your outreach to your community
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet people’s needs, grow your people, and grow your church.
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You are a daughter without rival, serving a God without rival, called to a destiny without rival. It's time to step forward into a life...without rival. In Without Rival, you’ll learn how to make the deep connections you long for with your Creator - connections that hold the promise of true identity and intimacy. With biblically sound teaching filled with prophetic insight for our day, Lisa uses humor and passion to challenge you to:
- Flip rivalry so it brings out the best in you
- Stop hiding from conversations you need to be a part of
- Answer the argument that says women are unfit
- Dismantle gender rivalry and work with the men in your life
Includes questions for personal reflection and small group discussion, plus additional questions designed for use with Insights to a Life Without Rival video sessions.
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Grieving the loss of a child to stillbirth can be a lonely and agonizing experience. Sadly, this overwhelming loss is far more common than one may think, affecting around 1 in 160 births. Gibson honestly acknowledges the sorrow, the loneliness, and fears that come from suffering the loss of a child while pointing to the gospel with gentleness and understanding.
You Are Still a Mother weaves Scripture and deep truths about God with Jackie's personal experience to provide a book that is both honest and full of hope. Acknowledging that all who suffer this loss will never be the same, she reassures readers that God will be present through every moment of every day.
- Author Jackie Gibson, speaking from experience, shares the common emotions, questions, and feelings that arise when grieving a stillbirth or miscarriage.
- Reassures women who are grieving this unique loss that the Lord is near and will provide comfort.
- Reminds readers that God is always good, even in the midst of suffering such an awful loss.
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You Count: A Five-Senses Countdown to Calm by Champ Thornton, Little ones will follow any upset bear cub through his daily routine. He is guided by his mama to focus on the senses God gave him. By observing the outer world, baby bear learns to manage his inner world. Preschoolers learn that their emotions are normal and valuable, and by counting down and focusing on the five senses they can calm and control any difficult emotion. Board book, 24 pages. Recommended for ages baby to 4 years old
