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From Duty to Delight: Transform Your Spiritual Life with Holy LeisureAre you longing for a deeper, more joyful relationship with God—one that feels less like a duty and more like a delight? The Pursuit of Holy Leisure: Enjoying God in Everyday Places by Cara Ray is your invitation to experience spiritual rest, renewal, and intimacy with God, no matter your season of life. In this inspiring and practical book, Cara Ray explores the ancient concept of otium sanctum—holy leisure—a mindset that transforms your daily quiet time from a checklist into a soul-nourishing encounter with God. Drawing from biblical wisdom, personal stories, and the lives of saints past and present, Ray guides readers through the hidden, familiar, hard, and fruitful places of life, showing how God meets us in every moment. You’ll discover:How to move from guilt-driven routines to grace-filled enjoyment of Scripture and prayerThe eight common mindsets that shape our approach to God’s Word—and how to shift toward delightPractical ways to cultivate holy leisure at home, at work, in community, and through creativityEncouragement for seasons of spiritual dryness, suffering, or doubt, with real-life stories of hope and transformationEach chapter ends with thoughtful reflection questions, making this book perfect for personal study, small groups, or book clubs. If you’re ready to trade striving for rest and rediscover the joy of God’s presence, The Pursuit of Holy Leisure will show you how to lean into the mountain—and never be the same.

A Mother’s Raw Journey Through Childhood Cancer and FaithThis is a raw, profound journal chronicling the author's experience during her 5-year-old daughter Emily's battle with terminal brain cancer. It’s written with unflinching honesty from within the storm of crisis, an intimate account exploring one of the cruellest experiences a parent can face—witnessing their child's suffering and death. Through carefully arranged thematic reflections, So examines how Emily's illness affected every relationship in their orbit: mother and child, husband and wife, sisters, healthcare providers, and community. The journal captures both the crushing weight of grief and the unexpected moments of grace that emerged from their darkest days. The book grapples with difficult existential questions about faith, meaning, and purpose when confronted with seemingly senseless suffering. It offers no easy answers but instead documents the author's authentic spiritual journey through doubt, anger, and eventual acceptance. Both a heartbreaking memoir and a meditation on finding meaning in loss, it will speak to anyone who has experienced profound grief or walked alongside those in pain. This powerful testament to a mother's love and a child's courage illuminates how we might face life's deepest sorrows with honesty and hope.

An inspiring collection of stories about boys and men who lived boldly for ChristBox sets make an excellent gift for when a single book is not enough!Each book in this box set contains the story of men and boys who served God at great personal cost. These Christians were very different people who, in unique ways, God used to leave an impact on those they met, but also on those who heard their stories. How much are you prepared to sacrifice for Go? ou will meet…Brother Andrew: Although he grew up wanting adventure but not God, things changed because God was in control of his life. Andrew trusted in God and had the greatest adventure ever!Richard Wurmbrand: A harrowing tale: arrested by the Government of Romania in the 1960s and convicted of a crime – loving Jesus. George Müller: Once a thief, God transformed him into a defender of orphans. This book is about how with God and faith you can change the world. Jack Turner: Using medicine to heal bodies and the gospel to heal souls, Jack Turner travelled to the Arctic to translate God’s Word into the local language. Dietrich Bonhoeffer: Dietrich Bonhoeffer is one of the heroes of WW2. Not only did he preach God’s word fearlessly, he spoke and actively resisted the evil of the Nazi regime. The Trail Blazers series are a well–known and long–standing series. Over 70 titles 9 themed box sets, each with 5 books Great for ages 9 to 14Published in 14 languages Over half a million books sold!These biographies follows the trail blazer’s journey to faith, and on to the work that God had planned for them. With lots of dialogue, these engaging stories show how God uses normal individuals to bring about his purpose. Each book in the Trail Blazer series features:Thinking Further Topics for each chapter to help readers think about how what they’ve read applies to their life todayTimeline of important events in the lifetime of each book’s subject

An inspiring collection of stories about girls and women who lived boldly for ChristBox sets make an excellent gift for when a single book is not enough!Each book in this box set contains the story of women and girls who served God at great personal cost. These Christians were very different people who, in unique ways, God used to leave an impact on those they met, but also on those who heard their stories. How much are you prepared to sacrifice for Go? ou will meet…Corrie ten Boom: A powerful story about how God’s love and forgiveness can exist even in a Nazi concentration camp. Elaine Townsend: From social star of 1930’s Chicago to a Wycliffe missionary in South America and the USSR, Elaine Townsend learned how life can be filled with adventure, by simply saying ‘yes’ to God. Gladys Aylward: An unconventional missionary who thwarted authorities, became involved in the Chinese resistance and rescued over 100 children from the invading Japanese army. Mary Slessor: Mary left the shores of Scotland while only in her early twenties to work with the Calibar tribes in West Africa, to share Jesus with them, and stop superstitions that involved killing twin babies. Isobel Kuhn: Discover what brought this questioning, antagonistic teenager from doubt to faith in Christ. Find out how she affected the lives of countless people in China and Thailand. The Trail Blazers series are a well–known and long–standing series. Over 70 titles 9 themed box sets, each with 5 books Great for ages 9 to 14Published in 14 languages Over half a million books sold!These biographies follows the trail blazer’s journey to faith, and on to the work that God had planned for them. With lots of dialogue, these engaging stories show how God uses normal individuals to bring about his purpose. Each book in the Trail Blazer series features:Thinking Further Topics for each chapter to help readers think about how what they’ve read applies to their life todayTimeline of important events in the lifetime of each book’s subject

Open a Window into John Calvin?s Pastoral Heart and Brilliant MindDiscover the timeless wisdom and spiritual insight of one of Christianity?s most influential theologians through this carefully curated collection of daily readings. Edited by Scott D. Manetsch, this devotional brings John Calvin?s profound theological reflections into conversation with contemporary readers, making his rich biblical exposition accessible for daily spiritual nourishment. Drawing from Calvin?s vast collection of commentaries, sermons, and other writings, each daily reading opens a window into the Reformer?s pastoral heart and brilliant mind. Far from the stern theologian of popular imagination, readers will encounter Calvin as a dynamic teacher whose passion was helping ordinary believers understand and apply God?s Word to their lives. The devotional follows the calendar year, with each day featuring a selected passage from Calvin?s works along with helpful context and reflection. Special readings are included for Easter Week, allowing readers to journey through Christ?s passion and resurrection guided by Calvin?s profound insights. The volume opens with Calvin?s prayers for morning, work, meals, and evening, offering a glimpse into the reformer?s personal piety. Whether you?re new to Calvin?s writings or a longtime student of the Reformation, these daily readings will deepen your understanding of Scripture and strengthen your faith. Calvin?s emphasis on God?s sovereignty and grace, his insistence on the clarity and authority of Scripture, and his vision of the Christian life as a response to divine mercy remain powerfully relevant for today?s believers. Perfect for personal devotions or group study, this volume allows readers to walk alongside one of Christianity?s great pastor?theologians through the year. Experience how Calvin?s Christ?centered exposition of Scripture can enrich your daily walk with God and provide fresh insights for living faithfully in today?s world. Includes Calvin?s daily prayers translated for first timeExtra week of readings for EasterImitation leather with ribbon

Navigate College Life with Biblical WisdomCollege can be an exciting yet challenging season of life that raises profound questions about faith, purpose, relationships, and identity. How do you navigate these pivotal years while staying grounded in biblical truth? Rooted in Truth: Answers to Life?s Questions for College Students provides clear, practical guidance for Christian students seeking to flourish during their college experience.Written by experienced professors and campus ministers Trent Rogers and Jonathan Wood,this accessible guide addresses twenty crucial questions across four key areas:Christian living, vocation, apologetics, and relationships.The authors combine deep biblical wisdom with decades of experience mentoring college students to help readers:Develop spiritual disciplines that will sustain your faithDiscern God?s calling for your studies and future careerDefend your Christian beliefs with confidence and graceBuild healthy friendships and approach dating with wisdomRather than simply providing rules or surface?level advice, the authors help students understand the ?why? behind each topic, equipping you to think biblically and make wise choices. The book?s clear organization and reflection questions make it perfect for both individual study and small group discussions.Just as a mighty oak tree requires deep roots to withstand storms, students need to be firmly grounded in God?s truth to thrive in the college environment. Rooted in Truth helps establish those crucial foundations, preparing you not just to survive college, but to grow spiritually and make an impact for Christ during these formative years.Whether you?re a new freshman or seasoned upperclassman, this practical resource will help you navigate college life with biblical wisdom and clarity of purpose. Ground your college experience in timeless truth and watch your faith flourish. Answers twenty common questionsChristian living, work, apologetics, relationshipsBy experienced professors and campus ministers

Lost in Exile,Found in Scripture: A Fresh Look at Psalm 119In this illuminating commentary on Psalm 119, David VanDrunen offers a fresh perspective on the Bible?s longest chapter, exploring its profound relevance for Christians today. Through careful exposition of the psalm?s twenty?two stanzas, VanDrunen reveals how this ancient text speaks to contemporary believers who, like the psalmist, live as ?sojourners? in a world that is not their true home.Key Features:Warm and accessible meditation on Scripture?s longest psalmExplores themes of affliction, persecution,repentance, and hopeShows how the psalmist?s journey points forward to ChristTreats Psalm 119 as a cohesive masterpiece rather than isolated verses Written in an engaging and pastoral style, this book will help readers appreciate Psalm 119not merely as a collection of individual verses but as a cohesive masterpiece that traces the spiritual journey of God?s people.Perfect for:Students of ScriptureSmall group studiesPersonal devotional readingAnyone seeking to understand how God?s word sustains his people through times of trialDiscover how this beloved psalm illuminates the relationship between God?s word and his people?s experience as sojourners in this world. Warm, accessible meditation on the longest psalmTreats Psalm 119 as cohesive masterpieceIdeal for personal devotion

Experience True Worship: A Fresh Look at Singing God?s Praise Drawing from the ancient Song of Moses, this transformative guide takes you on a journey to discover the heart of authentic Christian worship. Moving beyond the tired ?contemporary vs. traditional? debates, the book explores eleven powerful insights that will reshape how you think about singing in church.Whether you?re a passionate worship leader or someone who struggles to engage in corporate singing, this book meets you where you are. Through careful biblical analysis and practical wisdom, it shows how singing isn?t just a warm?up for the sermon?it?s a vital act of worship that engages our whole being: mind, heart, and imagination.You?ll learn why God?s people sing, how to sing with both joy and reverence, and what it means to truly worship in spirit and truth. The author skillfully addresses both ?artists? and ?engineers? in the church, showing how God?s Word speaks to different temperaments and personalities in worship.Written with pastoral warmth and theological depth, this primer on congregational singing will help you move from merely mouthing words to experiencing the deep joy of praising God alongside your brothers and sisters in Christ.

Experience Christmas Through the Old Testament’s Hidden PromisesDiscover the rich tapestry of Christ’s coming woven throughout the entire Old Testament in There Shone a Holy Light, a compelling Advent devotional by Mitchell L. Chase. This unique exploration takes readers on a 25–day journey through the ancient stories, prophecies, and patterns that pointed to the birth of Jesus centuries before that holy night in Bethlehem. From Adam to Solomon, each daily reading illuminates how God carefully crafted His redemptive plan through unexpected characters and seemingly ordinary events. Chase masterfully reveals how figures like Noah, Joseph, Moses, and David weren’t just historical characters—they were living prophecies of the Messiah to come. Through careful biblical analysis and engaging storytelling, readers will discover fresh insights about how Jesus fulfilled and exceeded every Old Testament foreshadowing. Perfect for both personal reflection and family worship during the Advent season, this devotional helps modern readers understand Christmas in its full biblical context. Each chapter builds anticipation for Christ’s coming by revealing another layer of God’s intricate plan, showing how even the smallest details of Old Testament narratives pointed to the ultimate gift of the incarnation. Whether you’re a seasoned Bible student or new to exploring Scripture’s interconnected stories, There Shone a Holy Light will deepen your appreciation for God’s perfect plan of salvation. Chase’s accessible writing style makes complex theological concepts clear and applicable, while maintaining scholarly depth and biblical faithfulness. This Christmas season, let the ancient promises of Scripture illuminate your celebration of Christ’s birth. Through these daily readings, you’ll gain a renewed sense of wonder at how God orchestrated history to prepare the way for the arrival of His Son, the true and better fulfillment of every Old Testament type and shadow.

From Star Athlete to Jungle Missionary: The Amazing Adventure of C.T. StuddWhat would make someone give up being one of the world?s best cricket players and a massive fortune to live in dangerous jungles and face off with cannibals? Meet C.T. Studd, whose incredible true story reads like an adventure novel ? but it all really happened!Follow C.T.?s journey from his life as a famous athlete at one of England?s fanciest schools to his decision to give away millions (in today?s money) and travel to places where no missionary had gone before. Whether he was learning Chinese to share Jesus? message in China, riding through India on horseback, or trekking through the Congo rainforest on a bicycle while dodging unfriendly tribes, C.T. never backed down from a challenge.Along the way, you?ll discover how C.T. and his brave wife Priscilla faced deadly diseases, angry chiefs, and all kinds of wild adventures. You?ll read about their daughters growing up in the jungle, local people becoming Christians and changing their whole way of life, and how C.T. kept going even when everyone told him to quit.This action?packed biography shows what can happen when someone decides to put their whole life into serving Jesus, no matter what it costs them. If you like stories about real?life heroes, daring adventures, and people who changed the world, you won?t be able to put this book down!Perfect for readers who love true stories of courage, faith, and adventure in far?off places. Book number 71 in Trail Blazer seriesCricket star who became missionary to ChinaGreat for readers aged 9?11

Build Your Faith on Unshakeable Truth in an Age of UncertaintyIn a world of shifting values and competing worldviews, how can Christians develop a faith that remains steady through life?s storms? How Firm a Foundation provides eight essential truths that form the bedrock of an unshakeable biblical worldview.Written by Pastor Robert J. Pacienza, this accessible yet profound book unpacks fundamental doctrines that every Christian needs to understand and embrace:from the nature of creation and the sanctity of human life to the sovereignty of God and the deity of Christ. Rather than merely presenting dry theology,Pacienza shows how these truths directly address our deepest questions about meaning, purpose, and hope.Each chapter builds upon the previous one to construct a comprehensive framework for viewing all of life through the lens of Scripture. Readers will discover: Why the biblical doctrine of creation matters for science, culture, and human flourishing How to defend the sanctity of human life in an age that devalues it What God?s sovereignty means for our daily struggles and future hope Why absolute truth is essential and knowable in a relativistic age How understanding sin?s reality leads to experiencing grace?s power Why Jesus Christ is the only way to God and what that means for our witness How Jesus? deity changes everything about our relationship with God Where true meaning and purpose are found in lifeWith compelling arguments, pastoral wisdom, and practical applications, How Firm a Foundation equips readers to understand, articulate, and live out their faith with conviction. Each chapter includes thought?provoking questions that make it ideal for both individual reflection and group discussion. Whether you?re a new believer seeking to ground your faith or a seasoned Christian wanting to strengthen your theological foundation, this book will help you build your life on truth that cannot be shaken. Accessible yet profoundEight fundamental doctrinesAuthor is host of ?Truths That Transform? on TBN

A practical guide to meaningful ministryDiscover how to effectively share Jesus? love with older people and those living with dementia in this practical and compassionate guide by experienced chaplain Ben Boland. Drawing from over fifteen years of ministry experience, Boland provides valuable insights, biblical wisdom, and hands?on strategies for meaningful spiritual care.Priceless People addresses crucial topics including:Biblical foundations for ministry to older adultsEffective communication strategies for people with dementiaPractical approaches to pastoral care and discipleshipCreative ideas for multisensory ministry and worshipGuidance for navigating end?of?life careTips for conducting dementia?friendly church servicesWritten for both professionals and volunteers,this accessible resource equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to overcome common challenges in elder care ministry. Boland combines theological depth with practical applications, offering clear guidance while addressing sensitive topics with wisdom and grace.Whether you?re a pastoral care worker, church leader, family member, or church member, Priceless People will inspire and equip you to share Christ?s love more effectively with older adults and people living with dementia. Learn how to honor, value, and minister to these precious members of God?s family. Biblical foundations for ministry to older peopleBy chaplain with 15 years of experiencePractical tips to pastoral care and discipleship

D. Martyn Lloyd–Jones and the Holy Spirit: A Theological AssessmentWith a Foreword by Sinclair B. FergusonThis groundbreaking study examines D. Martyn Lloyd–Jones’s theology of the Holy Spirit, particularly focusing on his controversial teaching about the baptism of the Spirit, revival, and the relationship between Word and Spirit in preaching. Drawing extensively on Lloyd–Jones’s sermons, lectures, and previously unpublished materials, Philip Eveson demonstrates that Lloyd–Jones stood firmly within the Reformed tradition while emphasising the experiential aspect of Christianity that characterised early Calvinistic Methodism. The book provides fresh insights into Lloyd–Jones’s thinking by exploring his medical background, his Welsh Methodist roots, and his profound engagement with Puritan writers. It carefully analyses his understanding of Spirit baptism, assurance,and revival, showing how his position differed from both Pentecostalism and cessationism. Particularly valuable is the detailed examination of Lloyd–Jones’s philosophy of preaching and his insistence on both doctrinal accuracy and spiritual power. The author convincingly argues that Lloyd–Jones’s emphasis on the Holy Spirit’s work offers vital insights for contemporary Reformed Christianity. Two valuable appendices provide previously unpublished material: Lloyd–Jones’s important address on the Welsh Revival of 1904–05, and his personal spiritual journal from 1930–31. An extensive bibliography guides readers to primary and secondary sources for further study. Essential reading for ministers, theological students, and anyone interested in Lloyd–Jones’s legacy or the role of the Holy Spirit in Christian life and ministry.

Packed with practical help, Sharing Your Faith with Your Japanese Neighbour calls attention to cultural differences and will give you ideas for sharing the Gospel with the Japanese people in your life. What is the best way to share the gospel with Japanese people we meet? OMF has been spreading the good news of Jesus in East Asia for over 150 years, and that knowledge and experience shine through in this helpful guide. The book is split into three sections:A Brief Outline of Japan’s HistoryBecoming a FriendWitnessing to Japanese PeopleEach section highlights things to be aware of when speaking to someone from Japan and how cultural differences might impact how they relate to you. The book encourages you to form genuine friendships and to invite them into your life as well as into your faith. Hugely practical, this book will be invaluable to anyone who longs to tell their Japanese neighbour about Jesus. There are several additional resources included, such as suggested further reading, where to find Japanese Bibles and Bible study materials, and useful contacts. The appendix includes:10 ways to build relationships10 ideas for helping Japanese practically10 key aspects of Japanese culture10 obstacles to communicating the gospel10 ways to get involved where you are now10 issues to cover when discipling

Simona Gorton calls women to embrace the God?glorifying tension between the seemingly meaningless work and the weighty responsibility of motherhood. We know the gospel impacts the repetitive, mundane work so inherent in homemaking and mothering, but how does that knowledge work itself out in the fabric of late nights and spilled oatmeal? As mothers, we live in the tension between the seemingly meaningless ?everyday? of our callings and the magnificent realities of the gospel and what God promises to do through us as mothers as we raise up the next generation to His glory. This book was written to showcase how God uniquely uses the ?vanity? inherent in the work of motherhood to display the beauties of the gospel in and through us as we fix our eyes on its truth. If there is value in the mundanity, we can glory even in this ?menial? work as we come to see even in this the wisdom of God. The mundanity itself is a signpost pointing us to the glory of God if we?ll let it.In the calling of motherhood, God transforms our sight and opens our eyes to the gospel paradoxes of weakness as strength, smallness as glory,inefficiency as faithfulness. Our lives and actions as mothers, surrendered to Him like loaves and fishes, can become stunning showpieces of gospel hope and glimpses of eternal hilarity and joy. Simona pulls together themes from the book of Ecclesiastes to see how it speaks specifically to many of the challenges we face as mothers in this encouraging book. An Introduction Experience and Ecclesiastes All is Vanity ? Or Is It? Remembering the Goal Who is Sufficient? Motherhood as Suffering Hope in Childbearing The Apologetic of Motherhood The Magic of Simple A Compass in the Fog God uses repetitive, mundane work of motherhoodHow motherhood points us to glory of GodPulls themes from book of Ecclesiastes

Powerful, trustworthy? beautiful?Samuel G. Parkison makes a startling claim: Jesus is the most beautiful man to ever exist. His defence is theoretical and experiential: he knows him to be ultimate beauty and he has experienced him to be so.Deconstructing cultural notions that beauty is subjective or sentimental, Parkison constructs an impressive picture of God?s breathtaking beauty. On this firm foundation, the only building to rise is one that testifies to Jesus, the God?man, as the most beautiful man that ever lived.There?s beauty on every page of Jesus? story. From before time, the beautiful foreknowledge of the Father prepared for the beauty of the incarnation. From this beautiful birth came a ministry brimming with beauty, and a death that overflowed with it. This beautiful sunset is followed by a resurrection sunrise: the beautiful declaration that salvation is secure.Having ascended, with beauty unbound, he now reigns forever as our ceaseless intercessor.Through the pages of this journey, the unvarnished Jesus radiates with a true beauty like nothing and no one else. His rivals, the lesser versions, knockoffs and dupes, are ugly in comparison to the beautiful Jesus of the Holy Scriptures. He is the only one through whom satisfaction and communion with God, the ultimate beauty we?re wired to desire, is found.This is a beauty that everyone needs to know and experience.With sidebars and a glossary to distil complex terms, readers are invited to delve deeper into the beauty of Jesus. There?s beauty in the big words, and it?s within the grasp of every reader.So, put the proposition to the test. Read and revel in Jesus; he?s beautiful. Introductory ChristologyHelpful sidebars defining terms in contextGlossary in back