Carpe Diem - Seize The Day
by Tony Campolo
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Campolo states, " I'm fifty-eight years old, and I'm wondering where my life has
gone. It seems to me that just as soon as my pimples cleared up, my hair fell
out. All at once I feel like my life is on the final run, and I want to be sure that I
get all life has to offer out of what's left. I want life to be fun, and I want to
know if Jesus can help make that happen." Campolo wants to kindle in you the
divine spark of passion - passion for God, passion for His Creation, passion
for life. He shows you how to Seize the Day!
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The Very First Christians (a children's picture
book)
by Paul L. Mair
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While Mair's books about Christmas and Easter celebrate how Christianity was born, this
third book focuses on Pentecost and salutes its remarkable spread across the ancient
world. The setting is in America's western mountains, where a family's secluded location
has prevented their 12-year-old son from attending Sunday school. The boy's grandfather
answers questions that he has about how the very first Christians spread their faith. The
pictures in this book are outstanding. Adults will find this book engaging also.
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His Passion - Christ's Journey to the
Resurrection
Integrity Publishers
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This devotional book contains the most moving words ever written about the
last days of Jesus' life from the scriptures and noted Christian authors of
every age such as Martin Luther, Oswald Chambers, and Max Lucado. Christ's
Journey to the Resurrection makes this a deeply meaningful book that will awaken you to
what Jesus experienced in His passion for you.
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Six Hours One Friday
by Max Lucado
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In Six Hours One Friday Max Lucado delves into the meaning of Jesus' last hours on the
cross. God promises to be with you, and he has provided you with three anchor points to
help you ride out any storm. Each anchor point was planted firmly in the bedrock two
thousand years ago by Christ. It was all done during six hours one Friday. They were the
most critical hours in history. Travel back to the foot of the cross and learn how to live in the
power of the cross.
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A Journey Through The Life of William
Wilberforce
by Kevin Belmonte
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Written by leading Wilberforce scholar and historical consultant on the film “Amazing
Grace,” Belmonte presents a straightforward guide through Wilberforce's life. This
influential man of faith and abolitionist's lifelong fight to end slavery and reform morals in
England is an example to Christians who would effect change in our own society. Learn
about this amazing man whose work on social justice issues like poverty truly make him a
"friend of humanity."
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Facing Your Giants
by Max Lucado
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You know your Goliath. You recognize his walk, the thunder of his voice. He taunts you with
bills you can't pay, people you can't please, habits you can't break, failures you can't forget,
and a future you can't face. But just like David, you can face your giant, even if you aren't the
strongest, the smartest, the best equipped, or the holiest. David, you could read his story
and wonder what God saw in him. But for those who know of a Goliath, David gives this
reminder: Focus on giants - you stumble. Focus on God - your giants tumble. How long
since you loaded your sling shot and took a swing at your giant?
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If You Want To Walk On Water, You've Got To
Get Out Of The Boat
by John Ortberg
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Peter may have been the first one out of the boat, but Jesus' invitation to walk on water is
for you as well. That's where you'll meet engaging and humorous style, Ortberg reflects on
the biblical story in Matthew 14 and applies it to our lives today. He helps us to recognize
what boat we're in - the comfortable situation where we're hiding. When human beings get
out of the boat, they are never quite the same.
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Everyday Strength - A Cancer Patient's Guide
to Spiritual Survival
by Randy Becton
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Everyday Strength provides comfort from Scripture and the poetic prayers of a fellow
cancer survivor. Each of these thirty-three meditations points to the total security available
in God's presence. Powerful, uplifting thoughts for each day guide you toward spiritual and
mental wellness in the face of physical illness.
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Journey Through the Bible - Revelation
by M. Robert Mulholland, Jr.
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This book can be used for your personal study of the book of Revelation in the Bible.
Symbolism is explained and Mulholland gives a different interpretation of this revelation
given to John as compared to the authors of the Left Behind series. This book was
discussed in our Sunday School class during December and January. Pastor Jay can
help with questions you might have.
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Christ The Lord - Out Of Egypt
by Anne Rice
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This is a quote from the Cleveland Plain Dealer, "This is historical fiction at its best." With
the Holy Land in turmoil, seven-year-old Jesus and his family leave Egypt for the
dangerous road home to Jerusalem. As they travel, the boy tries to unlock the secret of his
birth and comprehend his terrifying power to work miracles. Anne Rice's dazzling novel,
based on the gospels and the most respected New Testament scholarship, summons up
the voice, the presence, and the words of Jesus, allowing him to tell his own story as he
struggles to grasp the holy purpose of his life.
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Me and My Big Mouth!
by Joyce Meyer
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Is your mouth telling about all the troubles in your life? Does it seem as though your mouth
has a mind of its own? Put your mouth on a crash course to victory. You can take hold of
the words you speak and make them work for you! Meyer states, "You and I go through life
with an awesome power - like fire or electricity or nuclear energy - right under our noses,
one that can produce death or life, depending on how it is used." By applying the biblical
truths outlined in this book, you will learn the effect of your words in the natural realm and
how to speak God's language.
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The Secret Message Of Jesus
by Brian McLaren
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Through the years McLaren has had an uncomfortable feeling that the portrait of Jesus he
found in the New Testament didn't fit with the images of Jesus in the church. Could it be
that the church has misunderstood or, in some cases, intentionally distorted Jesus' core
message? McLaren calls us to look hard, think deeply, and search long with him...even if
the answers overturn our conventional ideas and practices.
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Dinner With A Perfect Stranger
by David Gregory
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What would you discuss over dinner with Jesus? That's the dilemma facing cynical but
successful businessman Nick Cominsky when he accepts an invitation to join Jesus of
Nazareth for dinner at a local restaurant. Nick is convinced that his friends at work are
pulling a prank. Nick is drawn into an intriguing conversation with a baffling man who
comfortably discusses everything from world religion to the existence of heaven and hell.
Nick's own life may change forever. Norma Bordenkircher says this book is a must read!
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The Last Christian Generation
by Josh McDowell
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Research on the current generation of young people reveals an alarming fact: they have
redefined what it means to be Christian. The majority of our churched young people have
attitudes and behavior that are virtually no different than those of non-Christians. Josh
McDowell strikes at the heart of the problem and offers a clear solution. He makes a
ground-breaking case for the need to move from program-driven to process-driven
ministry.
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Gettin' Old STILL Ain't for Wimps
by Karen O'Conner
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Chicken Soup for the Grandparents' Soul
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This book celebrates grandparenthood through the power of a story. Each story will touch
your heart, tickle your funny bone and open new topics to talk about in your family. Some of
the topics included are the joys of grandparenting, passing on a legacy, when the kids
teach us, challenges, special connections, and too busy for the rocking chair.
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Girls of Grace
by Point of Grace Vocal Group
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Heather, Shelley, Terry, and Denise—members of the award winning vocal
group Point of Grace—have been sharing their faith through song for more
than ten years. Now they are using their unique gifts to inspire teenage girls
to lead godly lives. In this fun, biblically based book, the girls share personal
experiences and practical teaching as they explore four important topics—
faith, family, friends, and boys.
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Risk
by Kenny Luck
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Predictability. Control. Safety. Comfort. Jesus challenges God's man to throw all those
words out the window. Because when it comes to your faith, all the energy spent
eliminating risk from your life actually becomes a barrier to progress in your spiritual
journey. Risk is for men who are ready to go to the next level in their faith, and ready to say
goodbye to playing it safe when it comes to radically trusting their savior. Are you willing to
trust God with everything?—is the question addressed in this book by Kenny Luck, men's
pastor at Dr. Rick Warren's Saddleback Church.
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The Jesus I Never Knew
by Philip Yancey
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Yancey offers a new and different perspective on the life of Christ and his work—his
teaching, his miracles, his death and resurrection—and ultimately who he was and why
he came. Yancey looks at the radical words of this itinerant Jewish carpenter and asks
whether we are taking him seriously enough in our own day and age. He uncovers a
Jesus who is brilliant, creative, challenging, fearless, compassionate, unpredictable, and
ultimately satisfying. He is different than the figure we met in Sunday school. Billy Graham
has said of Philip Yancey, "There is no writer in the evangelical world that I admire and
appreciate more."
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Grace-Based Parenting
by Dr. Tim Kimmel
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Grace-Based Parenting is not another manual full of impossible standards; rather it is a
new map for learning to see ourselves and our children through God's limitless
tenderness—to raise our kids the way God raises us. This thoughtful, profound, and
compassionate book presents a truly liberating way to nurture a healthy family. As we
embrace the grace God offers, we begin to give it—creating a sound foundation for
growing morally strong and spiritually motivated children.
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Narnia — C. S. Lewis and His World
by David Barratt
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David Barratt explore the magical world of Narnia, explaining its enchanting characters
and unforgettable stories, and also moves beyond the stories to explore the equally
fascinating life of their author—professor, scholar, Christian apologist C. S. Lewis. Every
parent and adult who is a child at heart will want to come to know C. S. Lewis and how he
has inspired all who have read his books.
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Abraham
by Bruce Feiler
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This book tells the powerful story of Feiler's search for the shared ancestor of Judaism,
Christianity, and Islam. Traveling through war zones, braving violence at religious sites,
and seeking out faith leaders, Feiler uncovers the defining yet divisive role that Abraham
plays for half the world's believers. This book offers a thoughtful and inspiring vision of
unity that redefines what we think about our neighbors, our future and ourselves.
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Your Best Life Now
by Joel Osteen
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How can you pursue what's truly important to you when your day is crowded by the
demands of mundane routines and other people's priorities? In this straightforward guide,
Joel Osteen gives you a way to realize the full potential that God intended you to have.
Osteen gives you a way to improve your life for good and help you overcome obstacles you
encounter so that you begin living your best life today.
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Discovering Islam
compiled by Dr. Ahmed Yousef and Imam
Fawaz Damra
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The goal of this publication is to present basic information to the reader on a religion that
is often misunderstood in this country. This booklet is designed to ease fears and erase
ignorance that have resulted in negative stereotypes. Islam is the second largest religion
in America, having seven million followers of all colors and backgrounds.
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A Mile in My Shoes
by Trevor Hudson
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In the dark period of South Africa's history, between 1980 and 1991, Trevor Hudson
developed a program called The Pilgrimage of Pain and Hope to enable young South
Africans to reflect upon the meaning of their faith and discipleship. A Mile in My Shoes
issues a challenging imperative to pay attention all around us and to engage in the
spiritual disciplines that enable us to see, and respond to the living Christ in our midst.
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The Bible Jesus Read
by Philip Yancey
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Yancey challenges the perception that the New Testament is all that matters and that the
Old Testament isn't worth the time to read and understand. Surprisingly, Yancey
discovered that the Old Testament depicts the cries, the complaints, the deep insistent
questionings of the heart, the stuff of life we all must contend with. Yancey writes, "The
more we comprehend the Old Testament, the more we comprehend Jesus."
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The Case for Christmas
by Lee Strobel
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Who was in the manger that first Christmas Morning? Lee Strobel investigates the identity
of the child in the manger. He invites you to consider why Christmas matters in the first
place. Somewhere beyond the traditions of the holiday lies the truth. It may be more
compelling than you've realized.
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Turkey Soup for the Soul
by Rhonda Rhea
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Rhonda Rhea's uncanny eye for seeing the silliness in life's details will leave your sides
aching, your spirit revived, and your faith renewed. This columnist revels the adventures of
life with her pastor-husband and their five children. Turkey Soup for the Soul is just what
the doctor ordered for every laughter-starved reader.
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Yes, Virginia, There is a God Who Heals
Today!
by Donald W. Bartow
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Pastor Bartow presents a thorough, well-researched, Biblically sound, well balance book
that shows even the die-hard skeptics convincing evidence that healing is for today.
Pastor Bartow calls us to recognize the importance of the church's healing ministry and
equally important call to love and serve the poor.
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God's Politics
by Jim Wallis
review by Pastor Jay Schmidt
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This book does not favor Republicans or Democrats—as the subtitle states, "why the
Right gets it wrong and the Left doesn't get it." The author does an excellent job taking a
thorough look at Christian values and relating them to the political arena. As the author
looks back at the last election, he mentions that only two Christian values seemed to
make it to the radar screen. They are gay marriage and abortion.
He points out that there are other values that never got proper attention, and faults the
Democrats for being too timid or reluctant to connect other Christian values to political
viewpoints. The Scriptures are replete with statements to care for creation because it is a
gift from God. When we drill for oil in the Alaska Natural Wildlife Refuge, for example, are
we not going against that Christian value? When the United States is the only major
western nation that has refused to sign the Kyoto Treaty to reduce global warming, is this
not going against that Christian value?
Other issues Wallis calls to our attention—our government needs to make significant
changes in our health care system so that poor Americans have the same opportunities
as the rich. He criticizes the recent tax cuts because about 70% of those cuts went to the
wealthiest 20% of Americans. He contends these policies go against Christian values not
because it is wrong for people to be wealthy, but it is wrong the wealthiest among us
receive additional tax relief when the poor need it most.
He lauds Republicans for having the courage to oppose the lax sexual values in our
society and criticizes the Democrats for their failure in this area, because Hollywood is a
source of support for Democrats.
From the above examples, a clear picture is emerging. Mr. Wallis is giving his readers a
way to evaluate the political process in America today.
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Getting Through the Tough Stuff
by Charles R. Swindoll
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With his characteristic insight, humor, and gentle yet powerful teaching style, Chuck
Swindoll delivers a strong message of encouragement, hope, and freedom. Getting
Through the Tough Stuff is an invitation to meet Christ at the difficult places in life and
allow him to move you through and beyond the tough times.
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What Color is Love: A Parable of God's Gifts
by Nan Gurley
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This picture book for children is an endearing story of a grandmother's love for her
granddaughter. This love shines through when she creates a very special gift to always
remind her of God's love. Filled with the heartwarming art of Bill Fransworth, this story will
delight children in knowing God always wraps them in the colors of his love.
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He Still Moves Stones
by Max Lucado
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Author Max Lucado invites us to relive the stories of hurting people in the Bible to be
reminded that the God who spoke still speaks. To be know that the God who forgave still
forgives. The God who came still comes. He comes into your world. He comes to do what
you can't. He comes to move the stones you can't budge. The goal of this book is to
witness the tenderness of Christ and be reminded that what He did in the New Testament
He is willing to do today.
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