Inspiring Growth

Do you understand what Jesus meant through his parables? Are you seeking deeper spiritual understanding? Jesus' Parables Interpreted is an informative and reflective book. It contains the most important parables Jesus gave us and offers analysis and background information to help better understand them. The book aims to be instructive but also to bridge the distance between Jesus and ourselves, encouraging us to meditate on his words and his message and helping us strive to be better and happier human beings. Join others who have found guidance and inspiration from these beautifully written...

Christ's total forgiveness means that we do not have to earn our salvation. When we give our lives to Jesus, we are justified by faith alone. Good works are not required. Prayer is not required. Practicing total forgiveness is not required. Wow--what a gift! But chances are, if you have been born again you want to do good works. You want to pray. You want to forgive and love your enemies. You desire to please God.

God is a foodie who wants to transform your supper into sacrament. One of America's most beloved teachers and writers, Margaret Feinberg, goes on a remarkable journey to unearth God's perspective on food. Taste and See is a delicious listen that includes dozens of recipes for those who, like Margaret, believe some of life's richest moments are spent savoring a meal with those you love.

Living Faith Out Loud: Real Life, Real Struggles, and Real Growth: A Pocket Devotional for When You're Ready to Live What You Believe Are you ready to live your beliefs, even when life gets messy? Living Faith Out Loud is a powerful pocket devotional for people facing real struggles. Whether you're overwhelmed, weary, waiting, or starting over, these 10 uplifting devotionals will help you reconnect with God freshly and honestly. Each chapter features: A relatable Scripture from the New Living Translation (NLT) A short, encouraging message rooted in real-life faith A reflection activity to ...

Seeing Jesus as He Really Is takes you on a journey through the Gospels and along the way, you'll see how Jesus really lived, how He radically changed the world, and how Jesus is portrayed through the word of God. Seeing Jesus as He Really Is will help every listener know how to answer the questions that Jesus asked His disciples, "Whom do men say that I am" and "Who do you say that I am?"

Do You Want to Experience God's Power? THE HOLY SPIRIT - SPIRITUAL GIFTS: Book 1 + THE HOLY SPIRIT - SPIRITUAL GIFTS WORKBOOK: Listening Prayer Applications for Book 1 Two Book Set: Get both Book 1 and its application guide workbook under one cover. BOOK 1: THE HOLY SPIRIT - SPIRITUAL GIFTS: Book 1 - Amazing Power for Everyday People Book 1 is a step-by-step study guide for how to grow in dynamic relationship with the Holy Spirit. It explores how even the most ordinary believer can experience the miracle working power of God in everyday life. This scripturally referenced how to book with ...

New York Times best-selling author and pastor Mark Batterson believes the key to radically increasing your faith, joy, and abundance can be found in these three words: Flip the blessing. His discovery started with a simple experiment. Whenever Batterson received a blessing, he would give a similar blessing away. If someone paid him a compliment or gave him a gift or went out of their way to help him, he would return the favor by doing something similar for someone else.

“Dave Martin understands what it takes to be great in life. The principles he shares are simple, but the results you will receive are uncommon. If you could only read one book this year, you have it in your hands.” —John C. Maxwell You Were Meant for Greatness! Dave Martin, your success coach, identifies 12 common traits from the most innovative and respected leaders and achievers of our time. From the sports field to the battlefield to the business arena and beyond, this book provides uncommon wisdom for reaching the extraordinary. Discover the amazing principles that have led people...

In Believing Jesus, Bible teacher and author Lisa Harper retraces the steps of the apostles in the book of Acts, while throwing in a few of her own crazy adventures along the way. The disciples didn’t have much of a road map after Jesus ascended to heaven, but God’s grace and spirit filled in the gaps as they moved forward. It required their willingness to risk everything to establish a new community that would change the future world.

John McCain and Mark Salter have written three acclaimed best sellers, but Character Is Destiny may be their most influential and enduring book yet, a work for parents to share with their children and for Americans of all ages to read for inspiration and guidance.

Pastor and scholar Patrick Henry Reardon travels through the Gospel narratives to discover the real Jesus, to see him through the eyes of those who knew him best—the apostles, his community, believers who vividly portrayed him in stories filtered through their own faith. Through these living, breathing accounts, we contemplate who God’s Son really was and is—and we understand how he came to redeem and sanctify every aspect of every human life.

When we pray, God listens. When we pray in this will, he moves.Breakthrough Prayer is a guide created to help you find breakthroughs in your life no matter your circumstances. Are you facing hard times financially, relationally, or with your health? Have there been things in life that haven't gone your way? Do you feel like you are stuck and you can't get out? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, Breakthrough Prayer is for you.In this 30-day prayer experience, you will walk through four aspects of prayer to help you seek breakthroughs in struggle and heartache. You will seek God...

Unlock the secrets of castor oil — a remarkable natural remedy with a rich history, powerful healing properties, and countless uses. This comprehensive guide offers everything you need to know about castor oil, from its ancient origins to its cutting-edge applications in modern wellness and beauty. Jam packed with over 150 pages just devoted to beauty secrets and formulas. Inside, discover: 🌱 Origins and Early Use of Castor Oil Trace castor oil’s roots back to its earliest applications and traditional uses. 🔬 The Chemistry of Castor Oil Understand the unique chemical structure ...

Ever wondered why the miraculous wonders of the Holy Spirit feel like distant echoes? Explore 'The Holy Spirit and the Incorruptible Seed' by Marc Baker, a must-read for people of faith seeking patience in the here and now. Blending biblical insights with personal tales, Baker reveals timeless secrets for walking in the supernatural, making it an essential read for every Christian. This guide takes you step-by-step, rejuvenating your connection with the Holy Spirit. Nurturing the incorruptible seed of God’s Word in your heart, you'll sidestep snares of worldly living and religious ...

A moving story of one man, deeply troubled by the circumstances of his life, who travels to the islands of Hawaii hoping to find peace. Here, he is befriended by two intriguing people who speak in ways that mystify yet fascinate him. Thus begins a spiritual journey into a world of extraordinary feelings, which bring him understanding and an answer beyond anything he had ever dreamed possible. In this novel, set in a world of soft tropical beauty, the author shares his quiet philosophical knowledge in a comprehensible yet profound manner.

Live confidently. Believe expectantly. Embrace your victory! In this new and empowering devotional from New York Times best-selling author Victoria Osteen, you will be inspired to live boldly and courageously each day. Victoria provides you with refreshing insights that will give you the strength and power to press on and live your life to the fullest. She will show you how minor adjustments in your everyday life bring about major victories. When you discover how these changes in your attitude and actions elevate your life, you will live Fearless and Free.

Looking to nurture your tween’s faith and confidence? Does she struggle with friendships, self-esteem, or understanding her identity in Christ? Want to help her manage school stress while staying rooted in faith? You’re not alone! Many young girls face these challenges in today’s world, which can be overwhelming for them and their families. No worries, Grace and Growth is here to guide her through this important stage. With spiritual wisdom, encouragement, and 33+ fun activity sheets, this devotional helps her grow in faith, confidence, and build lasting friendships.

Christy Nockels knows firsthand how easily our desire to serve God - even when using the gifts he has given us - can overshadow our delight in simply being with him. When God called her to lay down her ministry for a season, Christy was forced to confront how her sense of purpose and worth had become tangled up in her work. God then lovingly invited her to discover true rest in his presence as she learned to live as the Beloved.

The Songs of Jesus by Timothy Keller offers inspiration every day for an entire year based on the book of Psalms. Few authors have the loyal audience that Timothy Keller has. Penguin has sold more than two million copies of his books. His many fans have been waiting for him to write a daily devotional in the tradition of Sarah Young's Jesus Calling. Each day, listeners will encounter a fresh, inspiring lesson from one of the most beloved books in the Bible.

★★★★★ “A great job of modernizing a difficult parable” Pastor’s Comment Ever wonder how one of Jesus's parables might be told today? Five compelling stories that illustrate how our faith is tested every day! Crossroads of Faith is five modern-day retellings of biblical parables. These stories illustrate and remind us of the wonderful lessons taught by the parables of Jesus and other Biblical events. We all reach times in our life when our faith is tested and our convictions are revealed by the decisions we make. Whether you call them crossroads or maybe forks in the road, ...