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Keep Jesus in the center of your family’s Christmas celebration with this beautiful nativity storybook from one of the world’s most loved and trusted Bible scholars, Professor N.T. Wright.

Bible Stories For Kids weaves captivating tales that effortlessly blend Christian values, moral lessons, and the miracles of Jesus. Imagine bedtime becoming a cherished moment of wisdom-sharing, where your children are not only entertained but also nurtured in the embrace of faith! Here's what's in store: Build Stronger Faithful Foundations: Each story lays the groundwork for a solid Christian foundation.

Sooner or later, kids ask big questions about themselves and their faith: If God is real, why doesn't he feel real? How can I make him seem less far away? What does a relationship with Jesus actually look like? What about when going to church or reading the Bible just feels boring and pointless? Christian Studies teacher and school chaplain Chris Morphew has been answering big questions from kids for over a decade.

Psalms speak to us as they express an array of human emotions — joy, fear, gratitude, rage, hope, and more. Yet, much of this is lost in most translations because: Few English speakers understand or can even read the original Hebrew. Nuances and poetry in the Hebrew words of Psalms are difficult to translate. Psalms often refer to people, places, events, and practices unknown to us today. The translator's word choice sometimes infers meanings not intended in the Hebrew.So, we lose much of the emotion that tugs at the heart every bit as much as it calls to the intellect. Much of Psalms is ...

The Puritan movement began in England during the sixteenth century and continued all the way into the early eighteenth century. Although the Church of England was formed as a result of the Reformation, the Puritans believed it needed much more reform. The book concludes with ten important lessons readers can learn from the Puritans and study questions to help them retain these fascinating stories and assist them in applying the lessons to their lives.

God's word can be difficult to read, even for adults. This kid-friendly version of pastor Skip Heitzig's popular book, The Bible from 30,000 Feet, gives tweens (ages eight to 11) a panoramic overview of all 66 books of the Bible, helping them see the context and significance of each.

Three friends. Two time periods. One mission to protect the light. Naomi, Luke, and Mia never expected to be transported to ancient China, where Christians risk their lives to keep their faith alive. Tasked with protecting a sacred painting of Jesus, the trio must navigate imperial spies, secret churches, and dangerous betrayals—all while learning that faith isn’t just about believing, but about standing firm when the world tells you to fall. But their mission isn’t over. The Chronicles of Light sends them forward in time to modern-day China, where Christianity is still under threat. ...

The miraculous story of Jesus' birth has been told and retold throughout generations, and now it comes to life in a beautifully crafted poetic form. Inspired by the Gospel of St. Luke, this book presents the main events surrounding the birth of the Lord Jesus in a delightful, rhyming narrative. Each line flows smoothly into the next, making it a joy to listen to while preserving the true meaning of this sacred event.

Step into a thrilling, colorful adventure and see hidden history come to life! As a young explorer, you will embark on a captivating journey that uncovers the mystery of what happened in the centuries after our Savior, Jesus, was resurrected and ascended to heaven. Would His church survive? Would His people be able to worship freely? Beginning with the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70, this easy-to-read adaptation of The Great Controversy throws you into the world's most important stories of faith and freedom. You'll come across cruel tyrants, like Nero, who imprisoned and killed people ...

Is heaven real? What is it really like? Award-winning author Lee Strobel tracked down the evidence and provides answers to the questions middle school children 8-12 ask about both heaven and hell in this young listener's edition of The Case for Heaven that is perfect for teaching your child about the biblical evidence for eternal life.

Life gets tough. People get mean. How do we push through? What does God's plan mean for our lives? What does it mean to be God's girl in middle school? Well, that's what Just Us Girls is all about.

The Creator in You is a book that children, graduates, and even many adults will treasure for a lifetime. This fresh perspective on the creation account from the Bible's first book, Genesis, helps listeners see that "the sixth day" wasn't the end of creation - it was "just the beginning".

Are you a teen boy and would like to learn more about the daily Christian devotional? If yes, then I recommend this book for you. It is written in such a way that it is easy to read and understand. Reading this book can help you become the man that God wants you to be. The best thing about it is that it doesn't need any religious background to be able to read it and understand it. Anyone who wants a closer relationship with God can definitely use this book to further their knowledge of God's word. The most interesting thing about this book is that it gives examples to help you understand ...

This engaging collection of Bible stories is specifically crafted for young readers, presenting timeless tales from the sacred scriptures in a captivating and accessible manner. Through vivid storytelling, children will embark on a remarkable journey through the lives of familiar biblical characters and the experiences that shaped their faith. From the bravery of David facing Goliath to the wisdom of Solomon, each story emphasizes important values such as love, forgiveness, and courage, while teaching valuable life lessons that will inspire and resonate with children of all ages. With its ...

Just for the girls in your life, ages 8 and up, this collection of 100 extraordinary stories of women of faith--from the Bible, history, and today--will empower them to know and understand how women have made a difference in the world and how much smaller our faith (and the biblical record) would be without them.

Critically acclaimed author Jabari Asim gives listeners a fascinating glimpse into the boyhood of civil rights leader John Lewis. Even as a very young boy, John Lewis knew he wanted to be a preacher when he grew up. He wanted to be the kind of leader who could use his passionate speeches to stir hearts to change, minds to think, and bodies to take action. But why wait to grow up? At five years old, when he became the official caretaker of the 60 chickens on his family's farm, he realized he had a wonderful audience to practice on.

In Eucharistic Saints, your children will encounter stories of saints they may already know, like Pope Saint John Paul II and St. Thomas Aquinas, and they will become familiar with saints they may not know yet, like St. Peter Julian Eymard and St. Tarcisius. This book also introduces your children to holy souls who were their own age, like Blessed Carlo Acutis, St. Jacinta Marto, and Blessed Imelda, patron saint of First Communicants. Your children will see how God’s grace filled these saints’ hearts and enkindled in them an enduring Eucharistic love.

Step into the ancient world of Israel and embark on a journey of faith, love, and redemption with "The Story of Hosea: Love’s Redemption." This captivating children's Bible storybook weaves together the tale of the faithful prophet Hosea and his remarkable love for his wayward wife, Gomer, with timeless lessons of God's unending grace.

Looking for a fun way to introduce your kids to Jesus? Going to church will not always do the trick. Let’s face it. Going to church every Sunday might seem boring to some kids. Having to give up their Sunday morning cartoons, dress up, and go sit quietly in a church is not really a kid’s dream. However, that does not mean that you cannot introduce your kids to Jesus and God.

Simonetta Carr introduces young listeners to the story of John Bunyan, from his rebellious youth to preacher of the gospel and prisoner for the sake of Christ. His example of faithfulness to God will inspire listeners as they learn about this important figure of church history.