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Tens of millions of Americans owe a combined $1.5 trillion in debt for student loans. Much of this staggering expense has been unnecessary. Attending college is more of a tradition - a cultural rite of passage - than a necessary step toward a successful career, thus not justifying its steep cost. As countless entrepreneurs and creative hustlers have shown, there is a path to success outside of the institutions of so-called higher learning.

What does it take to go from a quiet farm in Checotah, Oklahoma, to becoming one of the biggest names in music history? For Carrie Underwood, it wasn’t just her powerful voice that led her to success—it was the way she lived her life. In The 7 Habits of Carrie Underwood, young readers will discover how Carrie’s journey mirrors the powerful lessons found in Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Before she became a superstar, Carrie was a small-town girl with big dreams. She learned to be proactive by taking responsibility for her own future, and she began with the end ...

What does it take to rise from rock bottom to the top? Grit, resilience, and a purpose bigger than money. In 28 Rags to Riches Stories, you’ll discover the incredible true stories of people who faced poverty, rejection, and failure—yet refused to give up. These aren’t just tales of financial success. They’re about perseverance, faith, and the relentless pursuit of a greater purpose. Oprah Winfrey grew up in extreme poverty and endured abuse, yet she became one of the most powerful women in media. Howard Schultz couldn’t afford college, but he turned Starbucks into a global brand. ...

Another eight great chapters that reveal where we are in the last days. Chapter include: Exposing the Federal Reserve" by Chuck Missler, "The Communist Agenda in the USA" by Curtis Bowers, "God & the Gushy Gospel" by Mike Gendron, "Why Christians Can't Trust Psychology" by Gino Geraci, "The Tangled Web of Christian Tolerance" by Josh McDowell, "The Choice" by Frank Peretti, "Satan's Strategies for Your Heart & Mind" by Ed Hindson, and "The Seduction of Christianity" by Dave Hunt.

Normal Americans eat a normal diet, the SAD (Standard American Diet). If you don’t eat the SAD diet, you are just weird. If you go Atkins—not as a diet but as a lifestyle, you are just weird. If you are vegetarian, that is really weird. It is just not normal. Normal people eat the SAD diet. Normal people eat burgers and fries and chips and donuts and ice cream and pizza and they always have dessert. That is just normal. Dave Ramsey has a saying that I would like to paraphrase. His saying is: Normal is broke; be weird. His point is that the average American is broke. If you spend like a ...

What makes someone move from atheism to faith? From skepticism to belief? From saying, “There is no God” to declaring, “Jesus is Lord”? This book explores some of the most compelling stories of transformation, featuring individuals who wrestled with doubts, asked tough questions, and ultimately encountered the life-changing power of the Gospel. From intellectual giants like C.S. Lewis to modern-day skeptics like Lee Strobel, each chapter highlights a unique journey of discovery, struggle, and redemption. Whether you’re a seeker looking for answers, a skeptic curious about ...

What makes a young girl from a small town rise to the top of the music world? In this inspiring children’s book, discover the incredible journey of Taylor Swift—a girl who turned her passion for music into a worldwide phenomenon. From singing karaoke at local fairs to performing in sold-out stadiums, Taylor’s story shows that success isn’t about luck—it’s about hard work, determination, and believing in your dreams. Born in Reading, Pennsylvania, Taylor’s love for music began at an early age. She started playing guitar and writing songs when she was just a child, dreaming of ...

Starting in poverty and ending as one of the best (and richest) female athletes in the world, Serena Williams' journey is a story of grit, determination, and unstoppable passion. Growing up in Compton, California, Serena practiced with her sister Venus on cracked public courts while her father, Richard Williams, coached them with a dream: that his daughters would one day change the world of tennis. Facing financial hardships, limited resources, and doubters at every turn, Serena’s path to success was anything but easy. Yet, through relentless hard work and unwavering belief, she rose to ...

The Important Church: How Churches Today Are Meeting the World's Deepest Needs In a world where many see the church as irrelevant, The Important Church showcases the inspiring stories of churches that are anything but unimportant. These congregations aren’t just talking about faith—they’re living it in ways that matter deeply to their communities and the world. From the bustling streets of Nairobi, where Mavuno Church is tackling unemployment with innovative training programs, to the rural heartland of America, where Crossroads Community Church helps families break the cycle of ...

28 in God’s Waiting Room: True Stories of Christians Who Waited on God Waiting is never easy. Whether you’re waiting for a breakthrough, a promise to be fulfilled, or simply clarity in an uncertain season, the silence can feel unbearable. But what if your waiting isn’t wasted? What if God is at work behind the scenes in ways you can’t yet see? In 28 in God’s Waiting Room, you’ll read true stories of men and women who found themselves in long seasons of waiting—some for years, even decades—yet discovered that God’s timing is always perfect. From historical figures like ...

How did a barefoot college dropout with a passion for design change the world of technology forever? Before he became the visionary behind Apple, Steve Jobs was a curious and determined young man with a passion for creating things that could change people’s lives. His journey wasn’t always smooth—he faced failures, setbacks, and doubts. Yet, through it all, Jobs held onto his belief that technology could be both powerful and beautiful. His relentless pursuit of excellence led to the creation of products like the iPhone, iPad, and Mac—devices that transformed the way people ...

LeBron James: The Power of Hard Work, Leadership, and the Seven Habits of Success Before LeBron James became a four-time NBA champion, a league MVP, and one of the most influential athletes of all time, he was just a kid from Akron, Ohio, facing challenges that could have stopped him from ever stepping onto the court. Raised by a single mother who struggled to make ends meet, LeBron moved from home to home, often feeling like the odds were stacked against him. But instead of giving up, he made a choice—to work harder than anyone else, to believe in his dreams, and to never let his ...

Do you ever feel stuck in a cycle of negativity, frustration, or stress? What if there was a way to break free—a way to replace complaints with joy, anxiety with peace, and discontent with a sense of purpose? From Whining to Worship is your guide to discovering the life-changing power of gratitude. Combining the latest insights from neuroscience with timeless biblical wisdom, this book reveals how shifting your mindset from complaining to thanksgiving can transform not only your attitude but your entire life. Here’s what you’ll uncover inside: The Science of Gratitude: Learn how ...

This is the first book in a special series written just for kids like you! Each book tells the true story of someone who started with very little but worked hard, made smart choices, and changed the world. These are real people—not superheroes or make-believe characters—but ordinary kids who grew up to do amazing things. What made them different? Their habits. A long time after these great men and women lived, a leadership expert named Stephen Covey studied what made people successful. He found that all highly successful people followed seven important habits—things like taking ...

How Do You Become the Richest Person in the World? Is it luck? Is it talent? Or is it something else? Elon Musk wasn’t born into wealth or success. As a kid, he loved reading, dreamed of the future, and taught himself to code. But what set him apart wasn’t just intelligence—it was his habits. While others doubted him, he believed in himself. While others hesitated, he took action. While others gave up after failure, he learned and kept going. Today, Musk is behind Tesla, SpaceX, and some of the most ambitious ideas in history. But his success isn’t magic—it’s built on seven ...

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Disciples are made, not born. This clear, practical guide equips you with a Bible-based, proven process that's achieved results in churches just like yours. Discover what needs to happen before class in preparation, in class during teaching, and after class through service. You'll explore topics such as: discipline in daily life, building intimate friendships, self-image, corporate worship, lay ministry, and much more.

Your church is perfectly tuned to get the results you are now getting. If you keep doing what you have been doing, you will keep getting what have been getting. If you change. . . Well, you might lose your job. It might be a big brouhaha. I would like to converse with you about how to change a church while keeping your job—and keeping the peace. I want to talk to you about introducing new music, a new small group strategy, and new technologies to help your church grow.

“You have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead.” – Jesus (Revelation 3:1) What if the biggest obstacle to the gospel today isn’t atheism, politics, or secular culture—but the Church itself? In Pseudo Church, Josh Hunt sounds a wake-up call to believers who are tired of going through the motions. With pastoral insight and a heart for renewal, Hunt explores why so many churches seem full—but spiritually empty. He tells the stories we’ve all heard: people who used to go to church but left—not because of theology, but because of unkindness, coldness, and lifelessness. ...

Why do so many Christians never grow up? They believe in Jesus. They go to church. They listen to sermons, attend Bible studies, and even volunteer. But if you look closely—nothing’s really changed. They still depend on others to feed them spiritually. They still struggle with the same sins. They still wonder why the Christian life feels so… stuck. In The Eternal Childhood of the Believer, Bible teacher and discipleship advocate Josh Hunt explores why so many Christians remain spiritually immature—and how to break free from that cycle. Drawing deeply from Hebrews 5:11–6:12 and the...