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The Life You Never Expected
By Andrew & Rachel Wilson

Sometimes you end up living the life you never expected.  When Andrew and Rachel found out that one, and then both, of their children had severe autism, their world was turned on its head.

This is a book about surviving, and thriving, when something goes horribly wrong.  It is a mixture of their story and God’s story, and the way in which his has shaped theirs.   (more…)

The Wonder-Working God
By Jared C. Wilson

Do you believe in miracles?

Walking on water. Multiplying the fish and the loaves. Raising Lazarus from the dead.  The miracles of Jesus may be well known, but they’re often misunderstood.  In The Wonder-Working God, Pastor Jared Wilson wants to help us see that there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to the miraculous (more…)

Resolving Everyday Conflict
By Ken Sande & Kevin Johnson

We all encounter conflict – whether it be with a coworker, family member, friend, or complete stranger.  And yet we all desire harmony in our relationships.  “Resolving Everyday Conflict” is a practical, biblical, and concise guide to peacemaking in everyday life.

With the proven advice in this book, authors Ken Sande and (more…)

The Gospel of Ruth
By Carolyn Custis James

This isn’t the Ruth, the Naomi, or the Boaz we thought we knew.  Carolyn Custis James has unearthed startling new insights from this well-worn story… insights that have life-changing implications for you.  Naomi is no longer regarded as a bitter, complaining woman, but as a courageous overcomer.  A Female Job. Ruth (typically admired for her devotion to Naomi and her deference to Boaz) turns out to be a gutsy risk-taker and a powerful agent for change among (more…)

When God Breaks In
By Michael Green

Despite the growth of religion in general and Christianity in particular around the world, Western Europe and the UK remain overwhelmingly secular, with the church increasingly seen as backwards and irrelevant.  In this provocative book well-known speaker and author Michael Green gives a snapshot of various different revivals from the UK’s history, as well as describing how the early church started and focusing on various revivals around the world.   (more…)

Jesus Centered Youth Ministry
By Rick Lawrence

It’s one thing to build your youth ministry on Jesus.  It’s another thing to keep it there.  You stepped into ministry passionate about pointing teenagers to Jesus.  Committed to keeping Christ the absolute center of your orbit-and inviting kids to join you there.  Now sometimes the focus feels fuzzy.  You lead tons of activities – Bible studies, mission trips, deep discussions – and they’re all good.  But do they all point teenagers to Jesus Imagine the power of (more…)

Imagination Redeemed
By Gene Edward Veith Jr. & Matthew P. Ristuccia

Contrary to popular perception, the imagination isn’t just for kids, artists, or fans of science fiction.  Rather, it’s what bridges our thinking and feeling, allowing us to do everything from planning a weekend getaway to remembering what we ate for breakfast.

In Imagination Redeemed, Gene Veith and Matthew Ristuccia uncover the imagination’s importance for Christians, (more…)

He Fights for You
By Max & Andrea Lucado

Guilt.  Resentment.  Pride.  Rejection.  They circle your life and steal your joy.  They leave you marginalized, unhappy, and weary.

But that’s not the life God wants for you.  In fact, he’s already given you the weapons to defeat these strongholds.  Don’t attach them with anger, blame casting, or finger-pointing.  Win your battle by keeping God at the center of your life through worship, Scripture, and prayer.  Trust him to fight for you.   (more…)

Fearing God
By David Mears

… So We Don’t Have To Be Afraid

Do you sometimes find yourself feeling embarrassed or uneasy when the idea of fearing God comes up in the Bible?  Would you invite your friends and family to a special guest service at church if you knew that was going to be the message?

Fear is taboo in Western society.  Fear supposedly curtails freedom; (more…)