For more than two hundred years controversy has raged over the reliability of the Old Testament. Questions about the factuality of its colorful stories of heroes, villains, and kings, for example, have led many critics to see the entire Hebrew Bible as little more than pious fiction. In this fascina... (more)

Marginalized by society and mistreated by her own family, Annah befriends a young man she's never seen before. Shem is captivated by Annah's courage, and he risks everything to help her gain her freedom. Trusting in the Most High, Annah marries Shem and joins her strange new family in their solitary... (more)

Sixteen full-color paintings of compassionate women combine with enchanting prose to inspire readers to see and become the embodiment of mercy.

Philosophy poses questions and problems that are often thought to undermine Christian faith. Christians need not shy away from these discussions. There is 'philosophical good news for the Christian,' says K. Scott Olipint. The Christian position is 'not simply a plausible alternative,' but 'the cons... (more)

Now I lay me down to sleep I pray the Lord my soul to keep If I should die before I wake I pray the Lord my soul to take New England Primer, 1737 According to the pollsters a belief in Heaven is actually on the increase. Although the thought of heaven may be popular, probably less thought is gi... (more)

An estimated ninety million Americans all know one thing: Blending a family is hard work. That's why so many call it quits before they even get a chance to develop a meaningful relationship. If yours is a stepfamily at the breaking point, this book is written for you. Kali and Elizabeth's ten-year c... (more)

Sequel to the best-seller Help, Lord! I'm Having a Senior Moment, with more than 100,000 sold - Karen O'Connor is a popular speaker nationwide for bringing humor to the sometimes distressing topic of aging - New stories on growing older, giving readers comfort, sympathy, companionship and plenty o... (more)

Getting older is portrayed in the media as something to dread! We use Botox, color our hair, dress younger, go on special diets…anything we can do to put off the inevitable. But rather than fearing aging, it's time to embrace it, says popular speaker Karen O'Connor. We can handle the aging process a... (more)

Praying with the Bible is an active dialogue with God through which we may be taught, healed, and transformed. It is God and the praying person communicating and offering themselves to each other. Learn an ancient prayer technique known as lectio divina -- a simple, natural rhythm of reading and ... (more)