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Bad Girls of the Bible: And What We Can Learn from Them
by Liz Curtis Higgs
A humorous and insightful look at the lives of ten biblical women who made mistakes, but ultimately found redemption.
Women everywhere marvel at those good girls in Scripture–Sarah, Mary, Esther--but on most days, that's not who they see when they look in the mirror. Most women (if they're honest) see the ... (Goodreads)
Jesus of Nazareth: From the Baptism in the Jordan to the Transfiguration
by Benedict XVI
A theological exploration of the life of Jesus, from his baptism to the transfiguration, by Pope Benedict XVI.
Pope Benedict XVI's iconic life of Jesus, a rich, compelling, flesh-and-blood portrait of the central figure of the Christian faith. "This book is . . . my personal search 'for the face of the ... (Goodreads)
Delighting in the Trinity: An Introduction to the Christian Faith
by Michael Reeves
A joyful exploration of the Christian doctrine of the Trinity, revealing the beauty and wonder of God's nature and love.
In this brief and winsome book, Michael Reeves presents an introduction to the Christian faith that is rooted in the triune God. He takes cues from preachers and teachers down through the ages, ... (Goodreads)
Amplified Bible
by Anonymous
A modern translation of the Bible that uses a unique system of punctuation, capitalization, and italics to emphasize certain words and phrases.
Updated edition is even easier to read and better than ever to study and understand You’ve trusted the Amplified® Bible to deliver enhanced understanding of all the rich nuances and shades of meaning ... (Barnes & Noble)
ESV Study Bible
by Anonymous
Comprehensive study of the Bible, providing an in-depth look at the scriptures.
The ESV Study Bible was designed to help you understand the Bible in a deeper way. Created by a diverse team of 95 leading Bible scholars and teachers–from 9 countries, nearly 20 denominations, and ... (Goodreads)
Behold the Man
by Gerald N. Lund
A man travels back in time to meet Jesus Christ and learns valuable lessons about faith, sacrifice, and love.
An epic story in three volumes. In Behold the Man , the final volume, Jesus continues to perform miracles even as those in Jerusalem fear his growing influence. David ben Joseph's family must decide ... (Barnes & Noble)
Jesus the Christ: A Study of the Messiah and His Mission According to Holy Scriptures, Both Ancient and Modern
by James E. Talmage
An in-depth exploration of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
First published in 1915, Jesus the Christ is the classic Latter-day Saint presentation of the life and ministry of the Savior. Elder Marion G. Romney said, "One who gets the understanding, the ... (Goodreads)
Jesus Feminist: An Invitation to Revisit the Bible's View of Women
by Sarah Bessey
A call to re-examine the role of women in Christianity, challenging traditional interpretations and advocating for equality and empowerment.
Written with poetic rhythm, a prophetic voice, and a deeply biblical foundation, this loving yet fearless book urges today’s church to move beyond man-made restrictions and fully welcome women’s ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Explicit Gospel
by Matt Chandler
A theological exploration of the Bible's central message of God's grace.
Too few people attending church today, even those in evangelical churches, are exposed to the gospel explicitly. Sure, many will hear about Jesus, and about being good and avoiding bad, but the ... (Goodreads)
The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name
by Sally Lloyd-Jones
Reimagining of Bible stories to bring the message of salvation through Jesus to children.
If you are a parent, grandparent, pastor, or teacher looking for a way to teach the children in your life about God’s Never Stopping, Never Giving Up, Unbreaking, Always and Forever Love, look no ... (Barnes & Noble)
Misquoting Jesus: The Story Behind Who Changed the Bible and Why
by Bart D. Ehrman
A historical analysis of the New Testament, exploring the discrepancies and alterations made by scribes and theologians throughout history.
For almost 1,500 years, the New Testament manuscripts were copied by hand––and mistakes and intentional changes abound in the competing manuscript versions. Religious and biblical scholar Bart Ehrman ... (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)
Knowing God
by J.I. Packer
Reflection on the nature of God and the relationship between God and humanity.
For over 40 years, J. I. Packer's classic has been an important tool to help Christians around the world discover the wonder, the glory and the joy of knowing God. In 2006, Christianity Today voted ... (Goodreads)
God's Problem: How the Bible Fails to Answer Our Most Important Question - Why We Suffer
by Bart D. Ehrman
A critical analysis of the Bible's explanation for the existence of suffering and evil in the world.
One Bible, Many Answers In, God's Problem, the, New York Times, bestselling author of, Misquoting Jesus, challenges the contradictory biblical explanations for why an all-powerful God allows us to ... (Barnes & Noble)
Get Out of That Pit!: Straight Talk about God's Deliverance
by Beth Moore
A Christian self-help book that offers guidance and encouragement to those struggling with difficult circumstances and seeking God's deliverance.
Beth’s journey out of the pit has been heart-rending. But from this and the poetic expressions of Psalm 40 has come the reward: a new song for her soul, given by her Savior and offered to you in Get ... (Barnes & Noble)
Reflections on the Psalms
by C.S. Lewis
C.S. Lewis explores the beauty and complexity of the Psalms, delving into their meaning and relevance for modern readers.
A repackaged edition of the revered author’s moving theological work in which he considers the most poetic portions from Scripture and what they tell us about God, the Bible, and faith. In this wise ... (Barnes & Noble)
Systematic Theology: An Introduction To Biblical Doctrine
by Wayne Grudem
Comprehensive study of Christian beliefs and doctrines, using the Bible as its primary source.
The Christian church has a long tradition of systematic theology, that is, of studying biblical teaching on centrally important doctrines such as the Word of God, redemption, and Jesus Christ. Wayne ... (Goodreads)
The Mark
by Tim LaHaye
A man's struggle against a powerful global cult, as he attempts to prevent the Antichrist's rise to power.
Book 8 in the 12-book series that has sold over 63 million copies! Read the books that launched a cultural phenomenon! “This is the most successful Christian fiction series ever.” —Publishers Weekly ... (Barnes & Noble)
Twelve Extraordinary Women: How God Shaped Women of the Bible, and What He Wants to Do with You
by John F. MacArthur Jr.
A biblical study of twelve women and their impact on Christianity, highlighting their faith and obedience to God.
They were ordinary, common, and in some cases shockingly low-caste, yet each was made extraordinary by her life-changing encounter with God., Twelve Extraordinary Women, offers a poignant and ... (Barnes & Noble)
More Than a Carpenter
by Josh McDowell
An examination of the evidence for the existence of Jesus, and its implications for faith.
With almost ten million copies in print, "More Than a Carpenter" continues to be the most powerful evangelism tool worldwide. Josh McDowell's timeless examination of the true nature of Christ and his ... (Goodreads)
Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds
by Jen Wilkin
An exploration of the importance of studying the Bible and applying it to daily life.
This best-selling book offers practical guidance and helpful tips for women who want to go deeper in their study of the Bible and learn how to teach others to do the same. ... (Barnes & Noble)
Living the Cross Centered Life: Keeping the Gospel the Main Thing
by C.J. Mahaney
A guide to living a life centered on the gospel of Jesus Christ, with practical advice and personal anecdotes.
What Really Matters Have the extremities taken over and left the core of your faith forgotten? Do you get confused by what you feel versus what is real? Let dynamic pastor C. J. Mahaney strip away ... (Goodreads)
Who Wrote the Bible?
by Richard Elliott Friedman
An analysis of the authorship and origins of the Bible, exploring the historical and cultural context of its creation.
The contemporary classic the New York Times Book Review called “a thought-provoking [and] perceptive guide,” Who Wrote the Bible? by Richard E. Friedman is a fascinating, intellectual, yet highly ... (Goodreads)
3:16: The Numbers of Hope
by Max Lucado
A study of the most famous Bible verse, John 3:16, and how it offers hope and salvation to all who believe.
In the million-selling favorite, best-selling author Max Lucado leads readers through a word-by-word study of John 3:16, the passage that he calls the "Hope Diamond" of Scripture. A twenty-six word ... (Barnes & Noble)
Experiencing God: How to Live the Full Adventure of Knowing and Doing the Will of God
by Henry T. Blackaby
A guide to experiencing God's presence and will in everyday life, through prayer, Bible study, and obedience.
When you listen to this audio, you'll find that you aren't just listening. No, you are being remade, reoriented, restored from the frustration of what you may have known as stale religion. Captured ... (Barnes & Noble)
Tribulation Force
by Tim LaHaye
A group of believers battle the Antichrist to save the world from the coming apocalypse.
Rayford Steele , Chloe Steele , Buck Williams and Bruce Barnes find themselves left behind. This group of believers, as well as others left behind but becoming believers, are otherwise known as " ... (Wikipedia)
Gods and Kings
by Lynn Austin
Biblical epic, depicting the rise and fall of kings, and the clash between Israelite and pagan cultures.
Though born the second son of King Ahaz, Hezekiah is not protected from his father's perverted attempts to gain the favor of the idol Molech. Terrified and powerless at the foot of Molech's altar, ... (Goodreads)
Whence Came a Prince
by Liz Curtis Higgs
A Scottish retelling of the biblical story of Joseph, exploring themes of forgiveness, redemption, and God's providence.
The Scottish Lowlands, Summer 1790 Jamie McKie is determined to return to his ancestral home in Glen Trool and claim his inheritance—a harrowing journey that will test the depth of his courage and ... (Goodreads)
The Indwelling
by Tim LaHaye
A series of apocalyptic events that lead to a great spiritual battle between good and evil.
People flee from the scene of the assassination in a panic. Buck Williams notices that the gunshot sounded similar to the sound of the gun Nicolae used to kill Eli and Moishe. Rayford Steele is still ... (Wikipedia)
Jesus Is: Find a New Way to Be Human
by Judah Smith
A fresh perspective on Jesus, exploring how his life and teachings can inspire us to live a more fulfilling and authentic life.
A New York Times Bestseller! This is a book for, new believers,lifelong followers, and,the merely curious., Jesus is ____. How would you finish that sentence? The subject is there, and so is the ... (Barnes & Noble)
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