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Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy
by Eric Metaxas
A biography of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a German theologian who opposed the Nazi regime.
Who better to face the greatest evil of the 20 th -century than a humble man of faith? As Adolf Hitler and the Nazis seduced a nation, bullied a continent, and attempted to exterminate the Jews of ... (Barnes & Noble)
God's Smuggler
by Brother Andrew
A story of faith and courage, smuggling Bibles to persecuted Christians behind the Iron Curtain.
As a boy he dreamed of being a spy undercover behind enemy lines. As a man he found himself undercover for God. Brother Andrew was his name and for decades his life story, recounted in God's ... (Goodreads)
Radical: Taking Back Your Faith from the American Dream
by David Platt
A call to Christians to reject the materialistic American Dream and embrace radical obedience to Jesus Christ.
WHAT IS JESUS WORTH TO YOU? , It's easy for American Christians to forget how Jesus said his followers would actually live, what their new lifestyle would actually look like. They would, he said, ... (Goodreads)
The Holy Bible: English Standard Version
by Anonymous
An anthology of sacred texts, depicting stories of faith, morality and redemption.
The English Standard Version (ESV) Bible is an essentially literal Bible translation that combines word-for-word precision and accuracy with literary excellence, beauty, and depth of meaning. ... (Goodreads)
Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus: A Devout Muslim Encounters Christianity
by Nabeel Qureshi
A Muslim's journey towards faith in Jesus and his encounters with Christianity along the way.
In Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus , now expanded with new bonus content, Nabeel Qureshi describes his dramatic journey from Islam to Christianity, complete with friendships, investigations, and ... (Barnes & Noble)
Tortured for Christ
by Richard Wurmbrand
The true story of a Romanian pastor's brutal imprisonment and torture for his faith in communist prisons.
One Man Who Dared to Stand Up Months of solitary confinement, years of periodic physical torture, constant suffering from hunger and cold, the anguish of brainwashing and mental cruelty—these are the ... (Goodreads)
The Hiding Place: The Triumphant True Story of Corrie Ten Boom
by Corrie ten Boom
A remarkable testament to faith and courage in the face of unfathomable odds and unspeakable horrors.
The book begins with the ten Boom family celebrating the 100th anniversary of the family business; they sell and repair watches under the family's elderly father, Casper ten Boom . The business takes ... (Wikipedia)
The Pursuit of God: The Human Thirst for the Divine
by A.W. Tozer
A spiritual journey towards a deeper understanding of God and his divine will.
Tozer's bestseller, this book has been called "one of the all-time most inspirational books" by a panel of Christian magazine writers,. Sometimes the voices that speak most clearly in the present are ... (Barnes & Noble)
Life Together: The Classic Exploration of Christian Community
by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Examines the importance of Christian faith in the context of community.
In Life Together , Dietrich Bonhoeffer, renowned Christian minister, professor, and author of The Cost of Discipleship recounts his unique fellowship in an underground seminary during the Nazi years ... (Barnes & Noble)
Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire: What Happens When God's Spirit Invades the Heart of His People
by Jim Cymbala
An exploration of spiritual awakening through communal prayer, and the power of surrendering to the will of God.
The Brooklyn Tabernacle pastor discusses how he built up a broken-down church to a membership of six thousand. ... (Goodreads)
Surprised by Joy: The Shape of My Early Life
by C.S. Lewis
Autobiography of an Oxford professor's spiritual journey from atheism to faith.
Surprised by Joy: The Shape of My Early Life is a partial autobiography describing Lewis' conversion to Christianity. The book overall contains less detail concerning specific events than typical ... (Goodreads)
The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics
by Daniel James Brown
An inspiring story of a rowing crew battling against the odds to win gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics.
This novel is about the University of Washington eight-oared crew that represented the United States in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin, and narrowly beat out Italy and Germany to win the gold medal. The ... (Wikipedia)
The Practice of the Presence of God
by Brother Lawrence
Turning away from life's distractions, finding solace in prayer and meditation.
Alternative cover edition of ISBN 0883681056 can be found here Brother Lawrence was a man of humble beginnings who discovered the greatest secret of living in the kingdom of God here on earth. It is ... (Goodreads)
1776
by David McCullough
A riveting account of the events leading up to and during the American Revolution.
In this masterful book, David McCullough tells the intensely human story of those who marched with General George Washington in the year of the Declaration of Independence - when the whole American ... (Goodreads)
Fearless: Imagine Your Life Without Fear
by Max Lucado
A guide to overcoming fear and living a life of courage, faith, and hope. Encourages readers to trust in God and let go of their fears.
Each sunrise seems to bring fresh reasons for fear. They're talking layoffs at work, slowdowns in the economy, flare-ups in the Middle East, turnovers at headquarters, downturns in the housing ... (Goodreads)
Holy Bible: New International Version
by Anonymous
A collection of sacred texts, offering spiritual guidance and instruction.
The New International Version is the world's most popular Bible in modern English and is renowned for its combination of accuracy and clarity of language. ... (Goodreads)
Shadow of the Almighty: The Life and Testament of Jim Elliot
by Elisabeth Elliot
Biography of missionary Jim Elliot, exploring his life and legacy of faith and courage.
“More than inspirational reading: it belongs to the very heartbeat of evangelic witness.” — Christianity Today , ,, Shadow of the Almighty, is one of the great missionary stories of modern times. It ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Knowledge of the Holy
by A.W. Tozer
A profound exploration of the attributes of God and the importance of knowing Him.
This timeless gift breathes a spirit of devotion for all Christians, from those who are newly arrived to those who are committing themselves anew to Jesus Christ., The Knowledge of the Holy, by ... (Barnes & Noble)
Crazy Love: Overwhelmed by a Relentless God
by Francis Chan
A faith-based exploration of the power of love, God's sacrifice and our response.
Have you ever wondered if we're missing it? It's crazy, if you think about it. The God of the universe—the Creator of nitrogen and pine needles, galaxies and E-minor—loves us with a radical, ... (Goodreads)
Wild at Heart Revised and Updated: Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul
by John Eldredge
A guide to help men discover their true purpose and become the wild, passionate men of God they were meant to be.
God designed men to be dangerous, says John Eldredge. Simply look at the dreams and desires written in the heart of every boy: To be a hero, to be a warrior, to live a life of adventure and risk. ... (Goodreads)
Basic Christianity
by John R.W. Stott
An exploration of the fundamentals of Christianity, examining the teachings of Jesus.
Named a "Book of the Century" by, Christianity Today, Who is Jesus Christ? While Jesus and his teaching continue to hold appeal, many people question the plausibility or relevance of the Christian ... (Barnes & Noble)
Jesus Among Other Gods: The Absolute Claims of the Christian Message
by Ravi Zacharias
A study of religious truth, exploring the uniqueness of Jesus and the Christian faith.
In a world with so many religions, why Jesus? We are living in a time when you can believe anything, as long as you do not claim it to be true. In the name of “tolerance,” our postmodern culture ... (Barnes & Noble)
Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God's Plan for the World
by Timothy J. Keller
Examining how our work can be used to advance God's purposes in the world.
New York Times, bestselling author of, The Songs of Jesus, Timothy Keller shows how God calls each of us to express meaning and purpose through our work and careers., In a work world that is ... (Goodreads)
Humility: True Greatness
by C.J. Mahaney
Examining the power of humbleness, humility, and its importance in faith and life.
Be Transformed by Christ’s Example “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” —1 Peter 5:5 A battle rages within every one of us every day. It’s the clash between our sense of stubborn ... (Goodreads)
Nothing Like It in the World: The Men Who Built the Transcontinental Railroad 1863-69
by Stephen E. Ambrose
Exploring the lives of the men who braved the odds to complete the first Transcontinental Railroad.
Nothing Like It in the World gives the account of an unprecedented feat of engineering, vision, and courage. It is the story of the men who built the transcontinental railroad—the investors who ... (Goodreads)
What's So Amazing About Grace?
by Philip Yancey
Insightful exploration of the power of grace in our lives and its implications for faith.
Original Cover Edition for, ISBN 0310245656, In 1987, an IRA bomb buried Gordon Wilson and his twenty-year-old daughter beneath five feet of rubble. Gordon alone survived. And forgave. He said of the ... (Goodreads)
Show Your Work!: 10 Ways to Share Your Creativity and Get Discovered
by Austin Kleon
Practical guide to building an audience and recognizing success in creative endeavors.
In his, New York Times, bestseller, Steal Like an Artist, Austin Kleon showed readers how to unlock their creativity by “stealing” from the community of other movers and shakers. Now, in an even more ... (Barnes & Noble)
Rising Strong: The Reckoning. The Rumble. The Revolution.
by Brené Brown
An exploration of how to courageously confront hardship and use it to build strength and resilience.
Social scientist Brené Brown has ignited a global conversation on courage, vulnerability, shame, and worthiness. Her pioneering work uncovered a profound truth: Vulnerability—the willingness to show ... (Goodreads)
The Ragamuffin Gospel: Good News for the Bedraggled, Beat-Up, and Burnt Out
by Brennan Manning
A reflection on the unconditional love of God, inviting readers to find healing and peace.
Are you bedraggled, beat-up, burnt-out? Most of us believe in God’s grace—in theory. But somehow we can’t seem to apply it in our daily lives. We continue to see Him as a small-minded bookkeeper, ... (Barnes & Noble)
Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story
by Ben Carson
An inspiring story of a young man overcoming poverty and discrimination to become a renowned neurosurgeon.
In 1987, Dr. Ben Carson travels to Germany to meet a couple, Peter and Augusta Rausch, who have twins conjoined at the back of their heads. Dr. Carson believes he might be able to successfully ... (Wikipedia)
