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For years, tales of
DRAGONS
from another world kidnapping and enslaving humans have been circulating in Jason Masters world, while for a slave girl named Koren, the stories of a human world seem pure myth. Together, these two teens will need to bridge two planets in order to overthrow the draconic threat and bring the lost slaves home.The Dragon Prince Has Hatched The stakes are raised when the foretold prince is crowned. While Koren and Jason race to the Northlands of Starlight to find the one person who can help them free the human slaves, Elyssa and Wallace strive to locate Jason and assist his quest. Soon, all four discover that the secrets of Starlight extend much further than they had imagined. Meanwhile, Randall and Tibalt have returned to Major Four and find themselves teamed with the dragon Magnar, who has arrived to help thwart the governor.No one knows how the prophecy will be fulfilled, but one thing is clear: more than ever, the survival of the dragons depends on humankind, and they will do anything to prevent the slaves from escaping.

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"Why should I invest myself in something that I'm not sure does any good?" This is a question many people today are asking about the church. Data shows young people are leaving the church, especially in urban contexts. Yet as Jon Tyson will show you in this Barna Frame, the church has much to offer citiesand individualsin the 21st century.Whether you come with an open-mind, skeptical, or already committed to your local church, join Jon Tyson, lead pastor of Trinity Grace Church in New York City, as he makes the case for why church matters.

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Letters to My Kids on Love, Faith, and Family

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The 9.8 million viewers of TLCs Jon and Kate Plus Eight recognize Kate Gosselin as the practical mom of eight who has come into their homes for over 100 episodes of her familys hit reality show. In this I Just Want You to Know Ebook, Kate reveals a grateful and faith-filled mother who only wants the best for her children and is willing to sacrifice to make that happen. The story covers the three years her family lived in their Elizabethtown home, a period Kate considers one of the happiest of her life. In it she discusses the individuality of eight kids (all under the age of six) transitioning from the chaos of caring for infants to the structured days of a home filled with budding preschoolers, as well as her thoughts on communication, everyday miracles, and providing a safe home. During that time, Kate discusses her familys unique challenges from daily schedules to traveling, her need for control to learning how to be flexible, the individuality of all eight kids, how God provided every day, and her faith that held it all together.

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Look no further for Gods promises in your times of need. This DayBreak Verses for Men ebook has topically arranged Scripture verses from the NIV Bible to help you when you most need it.For every season of life, God has promises that offer direction, peace, wisdom, and perspective. The DayBreak Book series is a collection of 5 ebooks, each offering unique prayers or promises from NIV Scripture. Topically arranged, each book is categorized into sections for quick, easy searching.

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Halley's Bible Handbook, Classic Edition

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The bestselling Bible handbook of all time with millions of copies sold, the Halley's Bible Handbook makes the Bible's wisdom and message accessible to everyone.

The beloved and classic Bible companion has been thoroughly updated, while retaining its time-honored features and Dr. Halley's highly personal style, to offer even greater clarity, insight, and usefulness.

Whether you've read the Bible many times or never before, you will find insights that provide a firmer grasp of God's Word and an appreciation for the cultural, religious, and geographic settings in which the story of the Bible unfolds. Written for both mind and heart, this completely revised, updated, and expanded edition features:
All-new maps, photographs, and illustrationsContemporary designPractical Bible reading programsHelpful tips for Bible studyFascinating archaeological informationEasy-to-understand sections on how we got the Bible and on church historyImproved indexes

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Inspirations Quotes and Scriptures for the Holiday Season

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Unique gift book format features short inspirational quotes and Scriptures perfect for the holiday season.

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The Seven Deadly Sins of Small Group Ministry

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A Troubleshooting Guide for Church Leaders

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Assessment and solution for seven commonobstacles to building small groups.Its one thing to start a small group ministry. Its another tokeep the groups in your church healthy and headed in thesame direction. Whatever your churchs approach maybewhether it is a church with groups or of groupssooner or later, as a leader, youll need to do sometroubleshooting. Thats when the expert, to-the-pointguidance in this book will prove its worth.The beauty of this book lies in its unique diagnosticprocess. It allows you to assess, diagnose, and correctseven common deadly sins that can drain the life fromyour churchs small group ministry.In The Seven Deadly Sins of Small Group Ministry, whatwould take you years to learn through trial and error isdistilled into some of the most useful information you canfind. Drawing on the knowledge theyve gleaned fromworking inside Willow Creek Community Church, fromconsulting with hundreds of churches, and fromconducting conferences and seminars worldwide, smallgroup experts Bill Donahue and Russ Robinson furnishyou with proven, real-life solutions to the toughestproblems in your small group ministry. This is not theoryit is hands-on material you can read and apply today.

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An image rich, passage-by-passage commentary that integrates relevant historical and cultural insights, providing a deeper dimension of perspective to the words of the New Testament

Discoveries await you that will snap the world of the New Testament into new focus. Things that seem mystifying, puzzling, or obscure will take on tremendous meaning when you view them in their ancient context. With the Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary, you'll:
Deepen your understanding of the teachings of Jesus.Discover the close interplay between God's kingdom and the practical affairs of the church.Learn more about the real life setting of the Old Testament writings to help you identify with the people and circumstances described in Scripture.Gain a deeper awareness of the Bible's relevance for your life.
In this volume, detailed exegetical notes are combined with background information of the cultural settings that will help you interpret the writings of the first three synoptic gospels: Matthew, Mark, and Luke.

THE ZONDERVAN ILLUSTRATED BIBLE BACKGROUNDS COMMENTARYSERIES

Invites you to enter the world of the New Testament with a company of seasoned guides, experts who will help you understand or teach the biblical text more accurately. Features:
Commentary based on relevant papyri, inscriptions, archaeological discoveries, and studies of Judaism, Roman culture, Hellenism, and other features of the world of the New Testament.Hundreds of full-color photographs, color illustrations, and line drawings.Copious maps, charts, and timelines.Sidebar articles and insights."Reflections" on the Bible's relevance for 21st-century living.

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When opposites attract, sparks fly--like an electrical malfunction. That's what happens when former rodeo queen, Natalie Adams meets the new pastor in Diamond Falls. Upon the death of her father, Natalie returns to the Flint Hills to raise her two half-siblings and run the family ranch, giving up her dreams for the future. She soon realizes her time in college and as Miss Rodeo Kansas is not enough to break the bonds that held her as a girl. Jared Logan, a new pastor in Diamond Falls, is set on making a good impression to his first congregation, but finds that change doesn't come easy for some people. In fact, most in his congregation are set against it. Natalie and her troubled family provide an outlet for his energy and soon become his personal mission project. Having raised her stepbrother and sister from an early youth, Natalie's self-sufficient nature isnt inclined to accept help, especially from a city-boy do-gooder like Jared Logen. Though attracted to him, there's no way she'd ever consider being a pastor's wife. Bible studies and bake sales just aren't her thing. Jared repeatedly comes to Natalies rescue, forcing her to see him with new eyes. At the same time, Jareds plan to plant Christs word in Natalies heart backfires when he loses his own heart to this wayward family. When problems arise in his congregation, he must face his greatest fearsof letting down God, his congregation, or those he loves. His time with Natalie has shown him the importance of standing by those you love, a lesson he chose to ignore in order to please his father years ago. This is put to the test when Natalie faces a battle of custody of her half-siblings against the mother who abandoned them twelve years ago. Natalies fight for the children turns into a fight for custody of her heart as she learns the true meaning of unconditional love. In turn, Jared must decide which dreams are his ownand whether Natalie is part of those dreams.

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From New York Times bestselling author Rachel Hauck comes a The Princess Diaries meets Notting Hill fairy-tale romance where a journalist and a crown prince thought their whirlwind marriage was long annulled--until one shocking letter changes everything.

"Hauck's latest inspirational romance offers an uplifting and emotionally rewarding tale that will delight her growing fan base." --Library Journal starred review

Corina Del Rey is happy with her life in Melbourne, Florida. She spends her days engrossed in her career as a journalist and has her sights set on climbing the corporate ladder, partly to distract herself from her dissolving family.

Prince Stephen of Brighton Kingdom came to America to escape responsibility, but what he found complicates his life more than ever. He has tried to move on from his tragic experiences in Afghanistan. Now a star rugby player, he has no intention of looking over his shoulder at what could've been.

But when an unexpected notice arrives in the mail requiring his and his wife's appearance before the courts to dissolve their marriage, Prince Stephen is shocked. He thought the secret marriage had been annulled long ago, but his memories of Corina Del Rey remain close. Does he still love her? Can he even find her? Above all, can he tell her the truth about that fateful night in Afghanistan seven years ago? If he does, he might really lose her forever.

Full of sweeping royal charm, heartfelt emotion, and a touch of modern fairy-tale sparkle, How to Catch a Prince is a story of love, loss, and second chances. Book clubs will especially enjoy the rich themes of forgiveness and resilience, the behind-the-scenes royal intrigue, and the discussion questions included to spark conversation. Best of all, this romance delivers all the swoon without the spice.

Dive into the Royal Wedding series (Once Upon a Prince, Princess Ever After, and A Royal Christmas Wedding) and experience Hauck's unique brand of royal-style romance.

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The NIV Application Commentary helps you communicate and apply biblical text effectively in today's context.

To bring the ancient messages of the Bible into today's world, each passage is treated in three sections:
Original Meaning. Concise exegesis to help readers understand the original meaning of the biblical text in its historical, literary, and cultural context.Bridging Contexts. A bridge between the world of the Bible and the world of today, built by discerning what is timeless in the timely pages of the Bible.Contemporary Significance. This section identifies comparable situations to those faced in the Bible and explores relevant application of the biblical messages. The author alerts the readers of problems they may encounter when seeking to apply the passage and helps them think through the issues involved.
This unique, award-winning commentary is the ideal resource for today's preachers, teachers, and serious students of the Bible, giving them the tools, ideas, and insights they need to communicate God's Word with the same powerful impact it had when it was first written.

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The Complete Guide to Marriage Mentoring

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Connecting Couples to Build Better Marriages

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A comprehensive resource to help churches build a thriving marriage mentoring program.

Les and Leslie Parrott are passionate about how marriage mentoring can transform couples, families, and entire congregations. The Complete Guide to Marriage Mentoring includes life-changing insights and essential skills for:
Preparing engaged and newlywed couples.Maximizing marriages from good to great.Repairing marriages in distress.Practical guidelines help mentors and couples work together as a team, agree on outcomes, and develop skills for the marriage mentoring process.

Appendixes offer a wealth of additional resources and tools. An exhaustive resource for marriage mentorship in any church setting, this guide also includes insights from interviews with church leaders and marriage mentors from around the country.

The time is ripe for marriage mentoring, and this book is exactly what we need. ? Gary Smalley, author of The DNA of Relationships

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In brief sections, this book gives an overview of the Old Testament of the Biblefrom the primeval history to the period after the Babylonian captivity.

When busy people want to know more about the Bible and the Christian faith, the Zondervan Quick-Reference Library offers an instant information alternative in a manageable length. Covering the basics of the faith and Bible knowledge in an easy-to-use format, this series helps new Christians and seasoned believers alike find answers to their questions about Christianity and the Bible.

The information in Old Testament History is presented in units of one or two pages, so that each section can be read in a few minutes, covering:
The creation account.The patriarchal history.The Exodus and Israel in the desert.The Judges and the united monarchy.The divided kingdoms.The Babylonian exile.The Intertestamental period.

The Zondervan Quick-Reference Library makes important knowledge affordable, accessible, and easy to understand for busy people who dont have a lot of time to read or study.

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Understand salvation in both the Old and New Testaments.

God Is a Warrior traces the development of the "divine warrior" motif through the Old and New Testaments, beginning with Israel's conflicts with her enemies and ending with Christ's victorious return in Revelation. Against the broader background of Ancient Near Eastern warrior mythology, Part I discusses Yahweh's warfare on behalf of ancient Israel, and prophecies of the coming Divine Deliverer. Part II looks at the New Testament's Divine Warrior, Jesus Christ, and his war against his spiritual enemies in the Synoptic Gospels, in Paul's letters, and in the final apocalyptic battle in the book of Revelation.

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"This Bible is for women for all ages who have been affected by the disease of breast cancer. Whether you are a survivor or a co-survivor, the NIV Pink Bible brings you timeless words of comfort, hope, and encouragement. Designed for easy navigation, passages on the topic of hope are highlighted for quick access. Additional content with reflections and stories offer further encouragement throughout the Bible. NIV 2011. The New International Version (NIV) translation of the Bible is the worlds most popular modern-English Bibleeasy to understand, yet rich with the detail found in the original languages."

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Making Moral Choices in a World Full of Options

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According to author Scott B. Rae in Doing the Right Thing, our culture is in an ethical mess because weve neglected moral training and education. This book proposes that there is such a thing as moral truth, that it can be known, and that it can be put into practice. Looking specifically at the areas of medicine, the marketplace, public life, education, and the family, Rae shows how foundational ethical principles can guide you in making moral day-to-day decisions. Informed by Scripture and calling for a renewed understanding of the importance of the Christian faith in moral training, Doing the Right Thing issues a call for cultivated virtue that can bring about both better lives and a better society. You will find yourself examining the ways in which ethical and character issues relate to your life. As a result, you will be better equipped to promote virtue in your own spheres of influence and the culture at large.

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Scott Rae, Robert P. George and Melissa Moschella

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The Power of Multisensory Preaching and Teaching

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Increase Attention, Comprehension, and Retention

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Most preaching and teaching in the church engages only one of the senseshearing. In The Power of Multisensory Preaching and Teaching, Rick Blackwood shows how recognizing and engaging the multiple senses of the congregation can lead to greater impact. Blackwood presents both biblical evidence and scientific research showing that the more senses we stimulate in teaching and preaching, the greater the levels of learner attention, comprehension, and retention. Blackwood addresses both the why and the how of multisensory communication. Regardless of ones current skill level, this practical book can help anyone add multi-sensory elements to messages in order to take communication to the next levelmore compelling, clear, and memorable. As a result of reading this book readers can be more effective as a communicator and teacher. The book includes tools, examples, and worksheets.

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Finding Joy and Hope in Tough Times (A 60-Day Devotional)

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If Barbara Johnson has brought comfort to thousands of women, its not because her life has been comfortable. Barbara has known more heartbreak than most of us ever will. But that is why her encouragement truly inspires, why her humor makes us smile, and why her insightfulness can move us to tears. Through thick and thin, Barbara has held onto God--and so she is uniquely qualified to help us see how God holds onto us and wont let go, no matter what life dishes out.The sixty selections in this book represent the cream of Barbaras devotional crop. Kick your shoes off, settle back, and unwind. Or give this book to someone you know who would enjoy a chuckle, a reflective pause, an "Aha!" moment, maybe even a tear. Insights and encouragement lie within--and more than a few grins!

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A classic in the field of Christian counseling, Competent to Counsel is one of the first works to fully articulate a vision of "nouthetic" counselinga strictly biblical approach to behavioral counseling and therapy.

Dr. Jay Adams defends the idea that the Bible itself, as God's Word, provides all the principles needed for understanding and engaging in holistic counseling. Using biblically directed discussion, nouthetic counseling works by means of the Holy Spirit to bring about changeboth immediate and long-termin the personality and behavior of the counselee.

As he points out in his introduction, "I have been engrossed in the project of developing biblical counseling and have uncovered what I consider to be a number of important scriptural principles. . . There have been dramatic results. . . Not only have people's immediate problems been resolved, but there have also been solutions to all sorts of long-term problems as well."

Competent to Counsel has helped thousands of pastors, students, laypersons, and Christian counselors develop:
A general approach to (and theology of) Christian counseling.Specific, practical responses to particular problems useful for teaching, study, and personal application.
Since its first publication in 1970, this book has gone through over thirty printings. It establishes the basis for and an introduction to a counseling approach that is being used in pastors' studies, in counseling centers, and across dining room tables throughout the country and around the world.

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Merlins Blade, Merlins Shadow, and Merlins Nightmare

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This complete series ebook bind-up contains all three novels in author Robert Treskillards Merlin Spiral series, which follows the Merlin of Arthurian legend, who as a maimed, teenaged bladesmith must fight against druids working to end Arthurs reign before it has a chance to begin.

In Merlins Blade, a strange meteorite strikes Merlins village, and only the blinded Merlin has the ability to resist its strange enchantments. And unless he can find a way to defeat the dark forces within the stone, Merlins family, his friends, and all of Britain could fall under its power.

Merlins Shadow introduces Merlins half sister, Morgana, who is intent on destroying her brother following his attack on the stone. Given powers through her druid roots, Morgana spies on Merlinat the same time Merlin is fighting to hide the orphaned Arthur from the new High King.

In the final book, Merlins Nightmare, the now grown Merlin has raised Arthur as his ownthough as the battle for Britains future intensifies, it has come time to tell the boy his true identity. But is the impetuous Arthur truly ready to take the throne?