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Straightforward, thorough, and grounded in biblical understanding, this landmark book calls you to reconsider the popular "once saved, always saved" belief. Now expanded with updated language, this piercing text continues to offer the most penetrating study on the controversial doctrine of eternal security, perseverance, and apostacy in the New Testament.

Be Transformed by the Power of the Suffering Servant When Jesus came to this world, His servant-like life confounded even those close to Him. Still today, there's much to learn and appreciate about this aspect of Christ. Knowing Jesus as Servant, the second of four Bible studies on the Gospels, focuses on the book of Mark. Designed for both individual and small-group study, it features daily readings, passage-by-passage teaching, thought-provoking questions and writing space, weekly challenges, Scripture memorization, and personal study segments. It will not only equip you with greater knowledge, but also help you engage in formative practices that lead to a fuller relationship with Jesus.The Son of God reigns as King and Savior, yet He came to serve. The deeper we know this, the more it transforms how we live and relate to others, because He's where the joy is!

Honest Talk about Some of the Most Important Questions You'll Ever FaceEverybody's talking about sex these days, but it's hard to figure out who to listen to. There are a lot of disagreements and many harmful messages going around. So as you grow and mature, it's important that you're getting loving, biblically grounded answers to some of life's most embarrassing and confusing questions. This must-have book for preteens and teens tackles the tough, sensitive issues of sexuality for today's kids. It is filled with honest, biblical, and age-appropriate information that- answers delicate and taboo questions - helps you navigate a sexually confused culture - reveals God's beautiful plan for sex and sexuality - equips you to make decisions that honor God and your body There are also discussion questions to spark open conversations between you and your parents. This book is a powerful tool that will help you live a life of sexual integrity and grow up to be healthy, happy, and wise.

Learn to Live as a Disciple of the KingJesus was and is looking for people who are eager to follow Him wherever He leads. In this ten-week study you'll learn about King Jesus--His authority, His royalty, and His throne, which will last forever. The first of four Bible studies on the Gospels, Knowing Jesus as King focuses on the book of Matthew through daily readings, biblical teachings, thought-provoking questions, weekly challenges, Scripture memorization, and personal study segments. It will not only equip you with greater knowledge, but also help you engage in formative practices that lead to a fuller relationship with Jesus.While other personal identities may bring temporary happiness, life as a disciple of King Jesus is the only path to an abundant life now and for eternity. He's where the joy is!

Change the way you think, one verse at a time What if you had God's words with you all the time? Not just on your phone, but deep in your soul and on the tip of your tongue? It may sound daunting, or even impossible.Knowing how hard Scripture memorization can be, Dwell Differently founders Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz created a simple, creative, and smart way to memorize Scripture and keep God's promises in your heart. Natalie and Vera not only reveal the importance of having a mind built on God's Word, they actually give you the tools necessary to defeat negative thoughts. In doing so, they help you: - fight lies with truth- replace fear with peace- focus your heart on what really mattersIn a world filled with negative voices competing for our attention, just one word from God is more powerful than any other. It's time to store up a wealth of them."Dwell Differently is an invitation we all need--to know, love, and apply God's Word to our everyday lives."--RUTH CHOU SIMONS, Wall Street Journal bestselling author

You Are Not AloneGod cares deeply about you and your mental health. Author and mental health advocate Chris Morris has battled depression and suicidality his entire adult life. Even coming to Christ didn't change this, which is something many fellow Christians don't seem to understand. He still had to face the grief of unrelenting illness, the shame of struggling, and the pain of poor guidance. In this compassionate and engaging book, Chris shares how he overcame these challenges and invites you to do the same--no matter your diagnosis. Weaving biblical truth and personal stories with thoughtful strategies and hard-earned wisdom, he helps you move past fear and shame to combat the specters of depression and suicidality. God is still there, even in the darkest of places. May this book be a step in the process of healing and help you find hope in your battle.Includes reflection questions, Scripture meditations, and a bonus video course.

"Habits for a Sacred Home is destined to become a classic. . . . All women who long to follow God, and to be filled with courage, should read this book. . . . Excellent in every way."--SALLY CLARKSON, bestselling author of multiple books and host of the At Home with Sally podcastChange the world by changing your home, one habit at a timeIn a world as chaotic as it is right now, it can feel downright difficult to be raising kids. Our culture has come unhinged from Christian moorings and timeless values. But Jennifer Pepito wants you to know there is hope.A mom of seven and a mentor to mothers around the world, Jennifer helps you establish nine restorative habits and practices in your home to foster peace, simplicity, and stability during turbulent times. Leaning on the practices of historic Christians--like Saint Benedict and Amy Carmichael--this book guides you toward habits of work, prayer, hospitality, and more to create the sacred home you long for. Learn how to: - push back chaos by finding your own rhythm- eliminate distractions so your home becomes a place of refuge- foster a family culture of simplicity and stabilityDon't fear the future. Create a home that brings life to future generations--and shines with hope and peace in these trying times.

What do you want to know about God and the Bible?Sometimes the truth can be hard to find. We live in an age where it only takes a few seconds to look up anything we want to know. But how reliable are the answers we get? For more than two decades, S. Michael Houdmann and GotQuestions.org have cut through the confusion, answering even the hardest of questions with clarity, grace, and love. GotQuestions.org receives more than sixteen million visitors each month and is the most trusted, biblically grounded resource online. This book answers one hundred of the most frequently asked questions on the site in a compassionate, accessible, and straightforward manner, covering topics like - salvation and how we're supposed to live - heaven and the afterlife - sex - difficult passages in the Bible - the end times- and morePeople have big questions, and the answers have real-world consequences. Here is the biblical truth we all need to better understand God, ourselves, and the world we live in.

How do you stand up after life knocks you down? That's the question Courtney Joseph Fallick asked herself when she entered the darkest season of her life. She found herself drowning in fear, shame, and grief, while God seemed silent. Opening up about her husband's deep betrayal and abandonment, Courtney shows you how to rise up after your own heart-crushing struggles, cling to God's promises, and move forward stronger than before.Sharing the hard-fought lessons she learned, she helps you: - hold on to your faith when life wounds you- stand back up--and keep standing--after being knocked down- overcome discouragement and disillusionment- heal your hurts and let go- recover from loss and grief- find enough strength, joy, rest, and peace for each dayThis dark valley will end. Here is the infusion of hope you need to rise, live well, and walk with the King.

Supercharge your walk with God by reading the entire Bible.If your time in the Bible has felt tedious and you are longing to revitalize your faith, the 90-Day Bible Reading Challenge is here to help. With this book as your guide, you can grow your faith in ways you never have before by reading the Bible for the next 90 days--cover to cover. It may sound impossible, but it's absolutely not. Having briskly read through the Bible for years, author Mary DeMuth knows the profound impact this spiritual reset can have. Here she gives you her own comprehensive--and achievable--reading plan, fresh devotionals and insights, and encouragement to keep you going. You'll not only read the entire Bible in three months, you'll also: - savor the life-changing power of God's timeless truths- trace the presence of Jesus throughout the entirety of the Bible- emerge with freedom and healing- learn to navigate your world with wisdom and joyWe all need a reset. This is your invitation to wrest yourself away from the siren call of the world and reorient your heart to worship the One who gave his life for you.

A 40-day journey to rethink everything you thought you knew about food, your appearance, and your bodyMore than ever, you are bombarded with intense pressure to meet culture's elusive standards of beauty. And while you know theoretically that God loves and accepts you for what's on the inside, is that really enough to free a gal from the nonstop stress of body improvement? With humor, grace, and biblical truth, nationally known body image coach Heather Creekmore leads you on a 40-day journey to stop stressing about your body. Full of hands-on exercises, self-inventories, quizzes, guided questions, biblical truth, and healthy tips, this one-of-a-kind workbook will help you: - go deep to work through destructive beliefs and thought patterns- feed your mind with God's truth- release the pressures of image management- reevaluate your relationship with food It's time to stop comparing, start living, and find the rest that comes when you entrust your self-image to the Savior.

"Beautifully written and inspiringly grounded in the deepest truths, this is a book that will give strength and courage to all who are making their way through uncertain times and difficult days."--Tim Challies, author of Seasons of SorrowHow Do You Make Each Day of Your Brief Life Count?Tim Keesee spent years crisscrossing the globe, documenting the gospel's advance in regions of war and persecution through his writing and films. But double blows from terminal cancer diagnoses in 2019 and 2021 brought his travels to a halt. In A Day's Journey, Tim takes up his pen to write dispatches from a smaller, more intimate world. He writes of Christian brothers and sisters who have taught him so much about a day well spent: the way they work and worship, the way they pray and sing, the way they love their neighbors and their enemies, even when beaten black and blue for the sake of Christ. In this book you'll have the privilege to walk with Tim through days of pain and hard questions, but also days of grace, wonder, and death-defying joy. Poignant, inspiring, and beautifully written, these stories model the courage we need, the joy we have, the gospel we love, the cross we bear, and the hope we embrace until faith becomes sight."A Day's Journey was written for you. The stories on the following pages are compiled for the enrichment of your faith. For when it comes to hardships, we all need hope, help, and a little guidance. With every chapter, Tim provides convincing examples of how to do what is good--that is, how to endure the weightiest of afflictions with an eye to God's glory."--Joni Eareckson Tada, from the foreword

Some secrets can only stay buried for so long. . . .Anna Lakeman has spent her life working alongside her paleontologist father, drawing intricate sketches at every dig. When they find dinosaur bones near their home in Wyoming Territory, they're given the opportunity of a lifetime and are swiftly caught up in the competitive era of the Bone Wars. But after her father becomes sick and Joshua Ziegler, an old beau returns for the summer, Anna's world is upended, and the practical, orderly life she has made for herself shatters.Medical student Joshua Ziegler left his hometown to forget Anna, the one woman he truly loved and deeply hurt. But when he returns, time hasn't erased the feelings they've always had for each other. After Joshua's nephew goes missing--just like his sister did years ago--and Anna's job is threatened, tensions mount and dangerous secrets are unearthed. "Kim has long been a favorite author of mine, and her book The Secrets Beneath is no exception. This book is full of intrigue and adventure, twists and turns."--TRACIE PETERSON, USA Today bestselling author

Politics that Unite Rather than DividePolitics can be infuriating. From unjust policies to unholy politicians, there are justifiable reasons to be upset or walk away altogether. Yet we must stay involved if we are to protect and sustain our fragile nation from the divisions that threaten it. With more than two decades of experience working in the highest levels of government, insider Denise Grace Gitsham offers a remedy to America's dark political reality: Christians filled with light, love, and Christ's heart for unity. With spiritual insights, hard-earned political lessons, and practical advice, she helps you engage with wisdom and discernment, loving those you disagree with while standing firm on God's truth.As citizens of heaven, we can engage in politics God's way: with the countercultural love, integrity, and unity that will heal our land."Denise Grace Gitsham reminds us that our convictions should never come before the divine call to love and unify. This is a book that every Christian must read."--ARTHUR C. BROOKS, professor, Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Business School, #1 New York Times bestselling author"Denise has written a refreshing and self-critical reflection on her own life in politics and why it is so important for people of faith to be willing to put their calling to heal our nation above their partisan loyalties."--SENATOR CHRIS COONS

The Wisdom You Need on One of the Hardest Issues of Our DayAs gender identity, transgender experiences, and emerging gender identities continue to be normalized and celebrated, many parents are left struggling with what to think about these issues--let alone how to talk to their children about them. The leading Christian expert on LGBTQ+ concerns, Dr. Mark Yarhouse has spent years counseling and teaching on these issues. In this biblical, practical guide, he offers parents wisdom and answers to their biggest questions about gender, equipping you to- critically engage gender theory from a Christian view- initiate honest, informative dialogues with your kids- model biblical conviction with civility and compassion- recognize early signs of gender dysphoria- navigate relationships with those who identify differently Gender identity is a defining issue in our children's generation. This practical guide is your go-to resource for reliable, kingdom responses on these critical topics.

Two women--a century apart--embark on a journey to healing, faith, forgiveness, and romance.In 2012, art historian Gwen Morris travels to England's Lake District to appraise the paintings and antiques of an old family friend, hoping to prove herself to her prestigious grandfather. While at Longdale Manor, she meets David Bradford--the owner's handsome grandson--who is desperate to save the crumbling estate by turning it into a luxury hotel. When Gwen stumbles upon a one-hundred-year-old journal and an intricately carved shepherd's staff similar to one in a photo of her parents, she's left searching for answers.In 1912, after her father's death, Charlotte Harper uncovers a painful family secret she can only confess to her journal. She and her family travel to the Lake District to stay on a sheep farm, hoping eventually to find a home with Charlotte's grandfather at Longdale Manor, but old wounds and bitter regrets make it a difficult challenge. As Charlotte grows closer to shepherd Ian Storey and rebuilds her shattered faith, she must decide whether she will ever trust in love again.Praise for The Legacy of Longdale Manor"This novel will stir your faith--and your desire to visit England's Lake District!"--JULIE KLASSEN, bestselling author "Turansky opens the door of Longdale Manor and invites readers to explore the secrets hidden inside."--MELANIE DOBSON, award-winning author"A beautiful book to warm and lift the heart."--CATHY GOHLKE, Christy Hall of Fame author

In 1837, Juniper Collins and her sisters are shocked by their father's deathbed request for them to return a special set of beads to a Piegan Blackfoot woman he credits with saving his life during his travels West. Together, the sisters set out for the trapper rendezvous to find the woman, but their mission turns more daunting when they come upon the mass of men and lodges spread out in the Green River Valley.Riley Turner came West to find peace and quiet and live off the land, but when four unprotected women arrive at the rendezvous, he feels compelled to help them and is more fascinated by Juniper than any other woman he's known.As their search brings only empty leads and dead ends, the sisters must decide whether to return East or stay in the mountains to continue looking--and that's if the mystery woman is even still alive. Is the risk to honor their father's last request worth the danger they find at every turn?"What an adventure! Rocky Mountain Rendezvous brought the wilds of the Wyoming area and Juniper's unique story to life."--KIMBERLEY WOODHOUSE, Carol Award-winning and bestselling author"Brimming with vivid imagery, historical details, and a compelling storyline, this is a book Misty's readers will absolutely adore."--JEN TURANO, USA Today bestselling author

Welcome to your own little confession booth.What would you say if you were completely honest with yourself and with God? It's time to find out. With daring questions, provocative lists, and quirky charts and illustrations, this journal is a place to record all the stuff you'd only tell God: ideas, beliefs, secrets, memories, wonderings, and wishes--things that might seem outlandish or outrageous to anyone else but are what make you you. You'll find the space, the courage, and the help you need to unearth the real you, the you that is sometimes buried deep beneath a layer of self-protection. Where to begin? With your beautifully ruthless honesty.

We Are Being Lied ToIt's time to get honest with ourselves. Culture's beauty standards are messed up. We all know it, and we all think we can resist the pull to look a certain way. Yet most of us--our daughters and nieces, too--still strive for a broken kind of beauty and feel I'm. not. good. enough.For Melissa Johnson, a marriage and family therapist, this lie eventually led to battling an eating disorder. Through that experience, she saw that chasing broken beauty breaks women in so many ways. She also realized that true, soul-deep beauty is not impossible--it abounds in us and all around us. And now Melissa's on a mission to help you- uncover the hidden damage cultural lies about beauty has on your mind and soul- reconnect with the God, in whose image you are made- walk away from shame and striving- love yourself--and others--unconditionallyTrue beauty is the fullness of life we are longing for. It's the reality that blows our minds, affirms our true worth, and invites us into an adventure that meets our deepest longings. And it's true beauty that will save us if we open our eyes to it."Nothing is more shattered or more misunderstood in our lives than beauty. On our own, we are unable to recapture God's vision for it, and every generation needs guides who can reintroduce it to us again for the first time. In Melissa Johnson, we have such a guide."--CURT THOMPSON, MD, author of The Soul of Desire and The Soul of Shame

Feeling a Bit Lost These Days? Here's Your Map HomeYou want a life of purpose and meaning, but if there's a map to get you there, you haven't been able to find it.Until now. Your treasure map is closer than you think, and Jami Nato tucked it inside these pages. Your journey begins by looking at your past, and then following the breadcrumbs that God has left for you every step of the way.Jami found her breadcrumbs in the rubble after her marriage fell apart. Downgraded from perfect Christian wife and mother to hot mess, she finally let go of what the world (and the church) said she should be and let God reforge her into a thriving, joyful woman living on purpose. Moving seamlessly between the hilarious and the heartbreaking, Jami asks hard questions and shares what God has taught her through her own story--so you can step fully into yours. And while you shouldn't trust her with your laundry or houseplants, you can trust her to help you discover the unique calling God has for your life."Few people make me laugh like Jami Nato, but humor is not all that marks these pages. There's real gold in here. This Must Be the Place turns the light on for people to help them truly see their life, and for that reason alone, I'm all in."--LISA WHITTLE, bestselling author, speaker, and podcast host

The Tools You Need to Stop the Spread of WorryAnxiety has an amazing ability to spread. But there are practical things you can do to fight back. In this encouraging, well-designed companion workbook to The Worry-Free Parent, veteran counselor and parenting expert Sissy Goff helps you dig deeper into the roots of your anxiety and identify targeted ways to overcome it.Through clinically tested questions and exercises, learn how to- uncover more of what keeps you stuck in worry- reframe your concerns with worry-fighting truths and Scripture- implement joy-filled practices to foster deeper connection in your family- find practical ways to experience freedom in your daily life Here are the space and tools you need to grab hold of peace, embrace grace, and become the person, parent, and family you want to be.Also available: The Worry-Free Parent, packed with foundational principles and advice for becoming a worry-free family

Once upon a time in Texas . . .Beauty has been nothing but a curse to Penelope Snow. When she becomes a personal maid for a famous actress whose troupe is leaving Chicago to tour the West, she hides her figure beneath shapeless dresses and keeps her head down. But she still manages to attract the wrong attention, leaving her prospects in tatters--and her jealous mistress plotting her demise.After his brother lost his life over a woman, Texas Ranger Titus Kingsley has learned to expect the worst from women and is rarely disappointed. So when a young lady found in suspicious circumstances takes up residence with the seven old drovers living at his grandfather's ranch, Titus is determined to keep a close eye on her.With a promotion hanging in the balance, Titus is assigned to investigate a robbery case tied to Penelope's acting troupe, and all evidence points to Penelope's guilt. But Titus might just be convinced that the fairest woman of all has a heart as pure as her last name . . . if only he can prove it.