101 More Hymn Stories, 100 Christian Women Who Changed The 20Th Century

For many of us, our lives are marked by missteps, disappointments, and hard times. And when we see those in the spotlight achieving success after success, we despair because our own lives don't seem to work out that way.Coach Les Steckel understands. One Yard Short is the amazing story of Les Steckel. A coach for 34 years, with 23 of those seasons coaching in the NFL, Steckel holds the dubious honor of being the most-fired coach in NFL history. And, unbelievably, most of the time's he was fired, he had experienced winning records with his teams.A lesser man would have given up and become bitter, but in the midst of each disappointment, each "failure," God was there, picking him up, dusting him off, telling Coach that He believed in him and that there was a special plan for his life.In One Yard Short, Coach Steckel teaches readers through his own life lessons and football experiences how to hear God's voice in the midst of disappointments and failures.

100 Christian Women Who Changed The 20Th Century

One hundred inspirational biographical sketches of Christian women who have impacted the twentieth century as writers, entrepreneurs, musicians, missionaries, and educators.

101 Hymn Stories

This collection of uplifting, informative stories behind your favorite hymns will warm your heart and revitalize your worship. Each entry comes with the hymn's full text and musical score.Perfect for devotions, sermon illustrations, bulletin inserts, and introducing congregational hymns, each hymn story includes information about the author, composer, the tune's name, meter, and scriptural basis. Some of the well-loved hymns included are:A Mighty Fortress Amazing GraceFairest Lord Jesus Holy, Holy, HolyHow Great Thou Art It is well with My SoulJesus Loves Me!Rock of AgesSilent Night The Old Rugged Cross

101 More Hymn Stories

This is a companion volume to 101 Hymn Stories, and is a thrilling collection of the stories behind your favorite hymns. The exciting events which produced these classic expressions of praise are brought to life in vivid, inspiring detail. Both classical and contemporary hymns are presented and each story includes a copy of the hymn itself. This book will revitalize your worship through song and can be used for personal or family devotional reading, sermon illustrations, bulletin inserts, and introducing congregational hymns. Some of the well-known hymns included are:Am I a Soldier of the Cross?Because He LivesBurdens Are Lifted at CalvaryHark! The Herald Angels SingI'd Rather Have JesusJoy to the WorldMy Jesus, I Love TheeTrust and ObeyTurn Your Eyes Upon JesusWorthy Is the Lamb

131 Christians Everyone Should Know

Get acquainted with the most intriguing, courageous, and inspiring people who ever lived! The editors of Christian History offer succinct, powerful portraits of St. Augustine, Johann Sebastian Bach, Harriet Beecher Stowe, and 128 other remarkable believers. Timelines, quotes, and photographs reveal how they lived, what they believed, and how their faith affected the course of history. 384 pages, softcover from Holman

5 Leading Reformers

A biographical primer written not to endorse one Reformer's view over another's, but to encourage a balanced perspective. Catherwood paints an honest picture of Martin Luther, Thomas Cranmer, John Calvin, John Knox, and Ulrich Zwingli, revealing historical facts as well as character flaws, and leaving the Reformers' respective theologies for you to ponder.

7 Men Who Rule The World From The Grave

Though their bodies lie cold and dormant, the grave cannot contain the influence these seven men have had on today's world. They continue to rule because they have altered the thinking of society. They generated philosophies that have been ardently grasped by masses of people but are erroneous and anti-scriptural. Today these ideas pervade our schools, businesses, homes, even the church. As we continue to unkowningly subscribe to their philosophies we keep the grave open for: Charles Darwin, Julius Wellhausen, John Dewey, Sigmund Freud, John Maynard Keynes, Soren Kierkegaard and Karl Marx.

70 Great Christians

From the first century to the present, Christians have been changing the world! In this fascinating account of the lives of 70 Christians, you'll discover how belief in Jesus inspired ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things. From Paul to Martin Luther, Elizabeth Fry to Corrie ten Boom, you'll be moved by their courage and strengthened in your own spiritual journey. Includes plenty of pictures, maps, and charts.

A Dickens of a Cat

Pets are such a big part of so many of our lives. As any pet lover knows, a wagging tail or a tender purr can soothe the soul after a hard day. And sometimes, the presence of dogs and cats in our lives can do even more. In these delightful books, Callie Smith Grant collects stories that celebrate the dogs and cats in our lives--stories that touch our hearts, renew our spirit, and show us how God created these beasts for unique purposes. A funny little dog named Prince earns his title by protecting the children of the house. A "dickens of a cat" gives a cancer survivor something else to think about. A lively litter of puppies soothes a troubled child. A scrawny kitten helps an anorexic girl begin to eat. Well-known authors, including Melody Carlson, Tracie Peterson, and Robert Benson, as well as new voices share their inspirational true stories of these otherwise ordinary cats and dogs whose presence in the lives of humans make them remarkable. Each book also includes interesting sidebars, memorable quotes, helpful hints for living with dogs and cats, and forewords by H. Norman Wright. The stories are warm, captivating, and ideal for a good curl-up-and-read or for a gift to any pet lover. Cat lovers, dog lovers, and anyone who likes to read uplifting stories will cherish these books. About the Author Callie Smith Grant is the author of several nonfiction books for young readers and adults as well as many animal-themed stories and poems which can be seen in Guideposts anthologies and in magazines such as Small Farmers Journal. Click here to read a sample chapter! Adobe Acrobat is required. Click here to download

A Full House of Growing Pains

The mother of Kirk Cameron (Mike Seaver on “Growing Pains”) and Candace Cameron (D.J. Tanner on “Full House”) offers a behind-the-scenes look at how her Christian family has handled Hollywood fame.

A Prince among Dogs

A Shiver of Wonder

He was an atheist who became the best-selling Christian author in history. He was an intellectual snob who was transformed into a man who had a mind and heart awake to holiness. He had no children, but few men in history have been so deeply loved by children. He was a mirror reflecting another Face. He was an Oxford Don and a Cambridge Professor. He was an expert in Medieval and Renaissance English who gripped the imagination of millions through his wartime broadcasts of Christian truth for the BBC. These broadcasts later became his famous book, Mere Christianity, through which more people were converted to faith than through any other Christian book in the 20th Century. His involvement in Oxford University's Socratic Club became the highlight of many a student's University days. He was C. S. Lewis; and his name is synonymous with legendary kindness, intellectual rigour, a love of nature and perhaps his greatest creations, Aslan and the land of Narnia. His writings still bring shivers of wonder to his readers. Controversial genius that he was, his life is a beacon for those who struggle with doubt and faith.

A Table in the Presence

On April 10th, 2003, the 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, faced with the task of seizing the presidential palace in downtown Baghdad, ran headlong into what Lieutenant Colonel Oliver North called, "the worst day of fighting for U.S. Marines." Hiding in buildings and mosques, wearing civilian clothes, and spread out for over a mile, Saddam Hussein's militants rained down bullets and rocket propelled grenades on the 1st Battalion. But when the smoke of the eight-hour battle cleared, only one Marine had lost his life. Some said the 1st Battalion was incredibly lucky. But in the hearts and minds of the Marines who were there, there was no question. God had brought them miraculously through that battle. As the 1st Battalion's chaplain, Lieutenant Carey Cash had the unique privilege of seeing firsthand, from the beginning of the war to the end, how God miraculously delivered, and even transformed, the lives of the men of the 1st Battalion. Their regiment, the most highly decorated regiment in the history of the Marines, was the first ground force to cross the border into Iraq, the first to see one of their own killed in battle, and they were the unit to fight what most believe to have been the decisive battle of the war-April 10th in downtown Baghdad. Through it all, Carey Cash says, the presence of God was undeniable. Cash even had the privilege of baptizing fifty-seven new Christians-Marines and Sailors-during the war in Iraq. The men of the 1st Battalion came to discover what King David had discovered long ago--that God's presence could be richly experienced even in the presence of enemies. Here is the amazing story of their experience.

Above The Cry Of Battle

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Abraham Lincoln A Man Of Faith And Courage

Historian and scholar Joe Wheeler focuses on Lincoln's faith and how it shaped the man who led our country through some of its most tumultuous years. The stories, historical details and powerful quotes provide a refreshingly friendly rendition of his life, faith and courage.

After The Heavy Rain

The powerful sequel to the moving book The Tears of My Soul, After the Heavy Rain chronicles the life of Sokreaksa Himm after the Cambodian killing fields and examines his amazing ability to forgive.

Aimee Semple McPherson

Based on previously unavailable documents, it accents her Canadian roots plus ties to the Salvation Army and Pentecostalism.

Akiane : Her Art Her Poetry Her Life

Ten-year-old prodigy Akiane Kramarik shares her artwork, poetry, and the fascinating story surrounding her talent.Growing up in a home with an atheistic mother and a non-participating Catholic father did not stop four-year-old Akiane Kramarik from finding God. This girl's dreams began a conversation in the home that has eventually brought them all to Christianity and the world's attention. Akiane: Her Art, Her Poetry, Her Life is a collection of the best of Akiane's full-color paintings and poetry created from ages 4 to 10, along with details of her family and the amazing stories that surround each unique artwork. Already a media professional, Akiane has been interviewed on programs such as Oprah, World News Tonight, Lou Dobbs Tonight on CNN, and Schuller's Hour of Power. Akiane will be one of twenty visual artists participating in the October "Listen" event raising money for the world's needy children. Today Akiane's art is available online at www.artakiane.com.

All the Good in Sports

Includes stories by Tony Dungy, LaDainian Tomlinson, Albert Pujols, Dwight Howard and others.

All The Way To Heaven

A prolific writer known for telling the stories of others now tells the story of her own fascinating journey of love, mystery, and faith.

Along the Way

Thought-provoking and inspirational, Along the Way features real-life stories that explore experiences of faith and will challenge you to grow spiritually.

Amazing Grace in the Life of William Wilberforce

Against great obstacles William Wilberforce, an evangelical Christian and a member of Parliament, fought for the abolition of the African slave trade and against slavery itself until they were both illegal in the British Empire. Many are aware of Wilberforce’s role in bringing an end to slavery in Great Britain, but few have taken the time to examine the beliefs and motivations that spurred him on for decades. In this concise volume, John Piper tells the story of how Wilberforce was transformed from an unbelieving, young politician into a radically God-centered Christian, and how his deep spirituality helped to change the moral outlook of a nation. As world leaders debate over how to deal with a host of social justice and humanitarian crises, a closer look at Wilberforce’s life and faith serves as an encouragement and example to all believers.

Amy Carmichael Of Dohnavur

Amy Carmichael went to South India in 1895 and remained there without a break until she entered into Life in 1951. Was this only a great woman who did a great work? The impression left by this book is rather that the was the servant of a great God.

Anchored In Love

June Carter was born in the rugged mountains of Maces Springs, Virginia, to Ezra and Maybelle Carter, pioneers of country music. On stage from a very young age, June found her niche in the spotlight with her vivacious personality and down-home sense of humor. Her confidence and spirit were what attracted Johnny Cash to her in the late 1950s. On the road together, they quickly bonded. June was his helpmate and closest companion. They were married for forty years, through addiction and success, tragedy and triumph. Anchored in Love is an inside look into the life of June Carter Cash, through the eyes of her only child with Johnny Cash-John Carter Cash. With skillful prose, he reveals new information about the legendary woman through his tender memories and heartwarming stories.

Another Man's Sombrero

Not since the Civil War has America been so divided over such a seemingly unsolvable issue as U.S. immigration policy. The president and congress are at an impasse, while vigilante groups patrol our nation's borders looking for one of the million yearly invaders. Why are 20 million people disregarding America's sovereign borders and laws to come to this country? Popular radio host Darrell Ankarlo follows the lives of several Mexican citizens as they contemplate their existence south of the border, their temptation to sneak into America, and what waits for them here. To understand the issue first-hand, Ankarlo stared down gun barrels, was caught in the middle of a drug-lord showdown, and then wandered the Arizona desert after illegally sneaking back into America. Another Man's Sombrero explores issues raised by these personal stories and offers perspectives-often contradictory-from U.S. citizens.

Apostle From Africa

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