Bible English Literature

Completely smitten with her charming cowboy, Rose plunges headlong into their relationship despite Aggie's warnings about where the two might be headed. With the county "war" between rival factions ramping up in Lincoln, Mother Aggie takes her little family to stay at Sam's ranch where they can avoid danger as well as explore new possibilities. Sam, the rancher and family friend, is very much in love with Rose but she continues to ignore him. One day after the family has returned to Lincoln, Billy sends Rose a message to meet him at the local landmark, the old gnarly oak along the Rio ...

Because Noah walked with God, God found favor with Noah and his family. God commanded Noah to build an ark. Noah faithfully labored to build the ark for God. After completing the ark, God told Noah to gather two of every animal.

While many denominations claim to be growing, the largest group in American religious life is the disillusioned - people who have been involved in the church yet see few similarities between the church's life and the person of Jesus. In the midst of elaborate programming, professional worship teams, and political crusades, they ask, "Is this really what Jesus called us to do?" While the church has dismissed these people as uncommitted and lacking in faith, perhaps the opposite is true. Their commitment to authentic spirituality over institutional idolatry might be the very corrective the church needs.

101 Bible Stories from Creation to Revelation brings together 101 of the most well-known and beloved Bible stories. These abbreviated stories can provide perfect springboards for further family or child and parent discussion of the rest of the stories and their impact on our faith.

A comic book style depiction of great stories from the Bible. Stories from both the Old and New Testaments are included. The stories are: "The Creation", "Adam and Eve", "Cain and Abel", "Abraham's Sacrifice", "Jacob and Esau", "The Coat of Many Colors", "Joseph in Egypt", "The Burning Bush", "Escape from Egypt", "The Ten Commandments", "The Battle of Jericho", "The Wisdom of Solomon", "Jonah and the Whale", "Daniel in the Lions' Den", "The Three Wisemen", "The Good Samaritan", "The Prodigal Son", "The Crucifixion", and "The Ascension and Pentecost".

Aggie has shot the deputy but not fatally and he threatens to come back with the sheriff. With the help of a friend, Rose and Aggie get Billy out of his hiding place in the cellar. The fresh horse he needed is waiting in the barn ready for Billy's escape. Aggie shares words of wisdom before Billy leaves and Rose and Billy share their parting of "sweet sorrow" before Billy rides out of town. With no further word from her cowboy Rose sinks into despair. Sam and Rose spend time with each other in Billy's absence. Events escalate in a frightening direction causing Rose to come to depend upon ...

Birdie has questions for God. For starters, why couldn’t God roll history back to September 10, 2001, and fix things - so the next day was an ordinary sunny day and not the devastating lead-in to two wars? Daddy has already been to Iraq twice. Now he’s going again, and Birdie is sure he’ll die. At the very least, she won’t see him again for a year, and everything will not be okay. (Why do grown-ups lie?)

The audiobook 104 Fantastic Children's Sermons is an excellent resource for youth leaders, pastors, and parents. The sermons were written by longtime pastor and novelist Joe C. Ellis. This book would also work well for homeschooling Bible lessons or bedtime listening for parents who want their children to hear scripture-based stories on a regular basis.

The Psalms capture our emotions in a unique way, but they’re not limited to one book of the Bible. Study more sacred songs that appear from Exodus to Revelation.Explore the beauty and delight of the psalms that appear throughout the Bible. You’ll learn about songs of lament and praise as you immerse yourself in the lesser-known poems of Scripture, written by people of faith, like Moses, Esther, Mary, and more. Biblical psalms recognize what God has done throughout the history of his people. Beyond Psalm 150 is a treasure that helps you to uncover these awe-inspiring songs of worship and...

Time Redeemed: A Devotional Journey Through God's Gift of Time ⏳ Your time is not just passing—it's part of God's plan. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture shows us that time is more than a ticking clock. It's a sacred invitation to walk with God, to grow in wisdom, and to live with eternity in mind. In this beautifully illustrated 10-day devotional, Time Redeemed explores the spiritual meaning of time from the moment God created it to the promise of eternity with Him. Through powerful Scriptures, daily reflections, heartfelt prayers, and calming coloring pages, you'll discover how ...

California 1855 When Olivia Turner comes to the realization that her family simply can’t support her any longer—the harvest is too meager, and there are too many mouths to feed—she prays to God for help. Help comes in the form of Samuel Fisher, who places an advertisement for a mail-order bride. After a brief correspondence, Olivia sets out for Sonoma with no money in her pockets but a great deal of love and faith in her heart. When she gets to Sonoma, she finds that not only is Samuel wealthier than she could ever have imagined, but he’s also extremely closed off to her. Abandoned ...

Ann might be willing to share her secrets, but then it turns out Jack is hiding several of his own—at least one of one which might turn out to be deadly! Ann Leigh can barely stand the thought of Christmas. Every year when it rolls around, it brings back terrible memories of multiple tragic losses. But when she becomes a mail order bride and heads out west to marry, it’s no surprise that her new husband is bewildered by her aversion to the season. Mail Order Bride Christmas Miracles Romance Series Book 1 Leigh's Love Book 2 Melanie's Miracle Book 3 Felicity's Folly Book 4 Elise's ...

Restore the wonder of the parables, the joy of the Gospel...and the discomfort of the Sword of Truth stabbed firmly in your gut. Not the Parables of Jesus contains more than 40 different takes on the original parables to snap us out of our over-familiarity and to open our eyes to the truth of the Gospel. Often fun, sometimes poignant, and occasionally painful, these parables reveal our cultural biases, hidden assumptions, and the lies we believe.

Oregon Frontier 1850’s When Margaret agrees to marry John Holliday, it’s with a secret she knows could cost her dearly. And it does. When she shows up in Oregon and John learns she’s deceived him, he becomes cold and withdrawn, even as he’s kind and loving to her son. Determined to trust that God will help mend the rift in her brand-new relationship, Margaret dedicates herself to her new marriage. But nothing goes right. The plot of land John has been deeded refuses to give any crops. Their chickens start vanishing. As Margaret struggles to help find ways to make ends meet, with ...

Step into a world where Bible stories get a rebellious makeover! This book flips the script, turning God into the ultimate antihero. Packed with satire, cheeky adult humor, and unabashed blasphemy, it's a wild ride through the sacred tales you thought you knew. Get ready to question everything as you laugh your way through this audacious reinterpretation. If you crave stories that defy convention and challenge your perspective, grab this book now—it's not for the faint of heart, but it's guaranteed to leave you thinking. Don't miss out on the boldest Bible twist you've ever encountered!

In "The Tower of Babel: A Story of Pride," journey back in time to the ancient city of Babel, where ambition soared as high as the towering spires that reached for the heavens. This captivating retelling of the biblical tale weaves together rich sensory experiences, vivid descriptions, and engaging characters to immerse listeners in a world filled with grandeur, ambition, and the consequences of human pride. Follow young Ezra as he gazes in awe at the majestic city of Babel, marveling at its bustling streets and towering monuments.

In the beginning, God created the whole world. After six days of work, he had created the stars in the sky, the mighty oceans, tall trees, beautiful flowers, mighty sea creatures, and the most prized of all creation - Adam and Eve. Created in God’s image, Adam and Eve were friends with him. But one day “the worst of all days came” - the serpent deceived them, and they sinned against God. Adam and Eve’s relationship with God was broken.

Even if Abby wins the Christmas Bake-Off, she loses. In this 20th-century love story, Abby Hudson owns a bakery in a small Southern town. She inherited her baking skills and the bakery from her mother. Abby is content with her lifestyle yet holds a secret allegiance. A newcomer to town opens a shop across the street from Abby. Dave Cameron expresses high hopes of running a successful bakery. He finds Abby, his competitor, attractive but senses a secretive air about her. When the Merchants’ Association plans a Christmas Bake-Off between Dave and Abby, with the winner receiving a kiss from ...

Reverse engineering the word, meme splicing, morpheme replacement therapy, phonetic modifications: These are some of the techniques in play throughout Reading the Bible Backwards, the lyrical thought experiments that make up this eagerly anticipated new collection of poems by Robert Priest. By throwing the Bible and other cultural narratives on the turntable and spinning them backwards, Priest unleashes surprisingly new but strangely familiar music and meaning. Whether the movements are sideways, inverted, or omni-directional, his satire has never been sharper—or darker.

The stories of the Old Testament have the great virtue of being both simple and challenging at the same time. The stories themselves are easy to follow but the moral questions that they raise remain central to our lives, whether we are five years old or seventy-five. Adapted for this recording by popular children's author Nigel Forde, and narrated by Philip Bird with a strong supporting cast this is a thrilling and evocative account of the central tales of the Old Testament.