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A-Z of Wellbeing helps us to discover the language of wellbeing, so that we can speak it, live it, and share it with others. A-Z of Wellbeing is an accessible introduction to help you attend to your own wellbeing and live out your own alphabet of peace. It presents twenty-six words of wellness to help you discover new practices, connect with God, and share wellbeing with others. Each topic guides the reader to: Connect the word to a biblical theme Learn a new habit to practise Get active sharing the habit with others Take notice of a personal story Give back with questions and further resources By sharing the words that were helpful in her own journey of recovery from breakdown, Ruth Rice gently encourages us to find our own toolkit of words and habits that will help us maintain our own wellbeing. Content Benefits: Ruth Rice helps us to find a language that enables us to speak honestly and live healthily together around the area of mental and emotional health. 26 words of wellbeing are unpacked with insights and practical application Uses the five ways of wellbeing from the New Economics Foundation Understands wellbeing within the framework of God's character, practical habits and community reality Enables us to understand wellbeing as a life long journey rather than a quick fix Encourages us to find our own alphabet of wellbeing that works for us Enables us to speak, live and share wellbeing Suitable for anyone who wants to attend to their wellbeing Helpful for anyone who wants to understand and come alongside someone who is struggling with their wellbeing

An accessible introduction to the Christian faith which helps readers to grow in their relationship with God.How do I live out my Christian faith?A-Z of Discipleship is an accessible introduction to the understanding and practice of the Christian faith. It presents twenty-six aspects of discipleship to help you grow in your relationship with God, connect with church and live as a follower of Christ in contemporary culture.Each topic has: a few pages of introduction and insight an action section for reflection and application a prayer to help put the action point into practice extensive references to allow further study Content Benefits: A-Z of Discipleship is an accessible look through 26 aspects of the Christian life that will help people to grow closer in their walk with God. 26 aspects of discipleship are explored Topics include the Bible, church, the Holy Spirit, prayer and worship Simple enough for anyone new to the faith to understand but has enough depth to help and refresh all believers desiring to deepen their Christian life Extensive references are included at the end of the book if the reader wants to study any subject in more detail Each chapter has teaching around the topic, an action section for reflecting and thinking deeper, and a prayer prompt to put the lessons learnt into practice Enables a deeper understanding of different ways to live out your faith Nurtures a worshipful life and closer relationship with God Ideal resource to help new Christians gain a solid foundation in their faith Helps anyone who struggles with the spiritual disciplines and is looking for guidance or help Action sections help put theory into practice Perfect for new Christians Ideal for discipleship courses Ideal for anyone wanting to deepen their Christian life Suitable for confirmation or baptism gifts Perfect for taking the next steps after completing an Alpha course

Find out how a Nottingham foodbank became a community of hope and discover why this model of developing social action can bring the kingdom of God to people today.

- Gently introduces children to Jesus and shows how he is truly interested in all parts of their lives.When 11-year-old Izzy's parents take her gran on holiday, Izzy has to go and stay with her Aunty Elizabeth, and she isn't very happy about it. She doesn't want to spend the week with someone she doesn't know - someone who had a big argument with her mum years before. But Gran has left Izzy some interesting notes about her new friend, Jesus, to help her through the week. Izzy finds Jesus begins to help her look at life differently, and she and her aunty start the journey of knowing him together...Content Benefits: Aimed at 8 to 11-year-olds, older kids will see how Jesus cares for them in the everyday circumstances of their lives, and how they can grow in faith.Introduces tweens to Jesus in an accessible fiction formatBlack and white line drawings interspersed throughoutGently covers issues such as loneliness, bullying, friendship, image and identityEncourages children to experience Jesus in their own setting, and see how God is interested in every aspect of their livesHelps kids to develop their own relationship with GodIncludes reflections to understand the feelings and emotions exploredIncludes the Bible stories in full to explore furtherIdeal for gift giving on any occasionPerfect for Sunday School resources, prizes or faith school libraries Suitable for children aged 8 to 11

A gentle encouragement to think carefully about the words we use on a daily basis so we create a lasting positive rather than negative impact on those around us.

Draw strength from 30 biblical devotions about circumstances that looked hopeless until God intervened and powerfully changed the outcome.

A thought-provoking exploration of how we can experience inner transformation and healing from life's hurts with God's help.Many of us have painful memories of past hurts. But how do we deal with these when they create negative beliefs and choices that still impact our lives today?Through her own experiences of woundedness and healing, Tracy Williamson knows that God's love can cover everything that happens in our lives, however dark or devastating. Through personal testimony, biblical teaching and prophetic words, Tracy helps us to see that with God's help we no longer need to be entrenched in old ways of thinking, anxiety or shame, but can walk free in Christ.Discover how God's healing power sets us free from all that imprisons us and enables us to live by his words of love. Content Benefits: By sharing her own journey of healing, Tracy encourages us to trust God to heal our own inner wounds and bring about transformation in our lives. A personal testimony of inner wounds and healing Combines personal stories with biblical teaching and prophetic words Includes questions and moments for reflection Gain confidence and trust in a loving God Discover how you can learn to be open with God about your deepest hurts Find freedom in God's transforming power of healing Learn how to walk in a new life of confidence in Christ Foreword by Patrick Regan Ideal for anyone struggling with inner wounds and hurts Suitable for anyone looking to trust God more fully

Following on from her memoir Sea Changed, Kate Nicholas tells the story of her second journey through cancer and how it helps her discover a deeper, more intuitive experience of God.

The inspiring story of five missionaries who were martyred in the jungles of Ecuador as they attempted to reach the local people with the gospel. In 1956 the world was stunned by a shocking event. 'Marj was standing with her head against the radio, her eyes closed. After a while she spoke: "They found one body."' Missionary history will never let us forget the five young American men savagely martyred by Auca Indians in the jungles of Ecuador as they attempted to reach them with the Word of God. Elisabeth Elliot, the widow of one of these men, records here the story of their courage and devotion to Christ in the face of danger and difficulty. The challenge of their expendability for God continues as strong today as it was at the time of their death. Content Benefits: Uncover the inspirational story of five young missionaries and be challenged to trust your whole life to God, whatever the circumstances. Inspiring story of five men of faith who trusted God Story of Nate Saint, Roger Youderian, Ed McCully, Pete Fleming, and Jim Elliot Demonstrates the upmost courage and devotion to Christ An inspiring and fascinating look at true heroes of the faith Ideal reading for those who have read Shadow of the Almighty or End of the Spear Perfect biography to encourage someone in their faith Ideal reading for anyone who loves to see God at work in the world Great gift idea for any occasion

Simon Williams' incredible story shows how Jesus Christ transformed his life from a cycle of addiction and imprisonment to freedom and a meaningful future.

Combining imaginative retellings of Bible stories with psychological insights, Heroes or Villains? looks at the complexity of human nature and reveals how God graciously loves us as we are.Who are the heroes of the Christian faith? And who are the villains?Was Jezebel just the thoroughly evil character we believe her to be? Or was there another side to her story? Did David always behave as the great hero of the faith? What about his spectacular mistakes?The reality is that we all have the potential for great good and disastrous moral failure. Through imaginatively retelling the stories of Bible characters, Jeannie Kendall shares profound insights on human nature that can help us make better choices in our lives.By understanding our own complexities, we can fully experience the lavish way in which God loves us as we are, mixed and muddled, villainous and heroic. Content Benefits: Jeannie Kendall helps us to understand our human nature by identifying with the Bible characters' stories and encourages us to see that we can positively change our behavioural patterns over time. An interesting look at Bible characters An exploration of the complexity of human nature Explores traits such as resentment, loyalty, prejudice, betrayal, insecurity, forgiveness and vulnerability Combines biblical teaching with pastoral insight Includes questions suitable for either individual or small group use Encourages us to see that we are not defined by our failures Shows that God loves us unconditionally Helpful to leaders in a pastoral or counselling setting Author is a trained counsellor

In this hilarious book, Adrian Plass brilliantly skewers the cliches and jargon of church culture. Subversive, laugh-out-loud fun!What are the two most important things in the universe? Bacon sandwiches and salvation, according to Adrian Plass.In this book, he combines one-line definitions with more thoughtful pieces, producing a volume that will make you laugh, cry and reflect. Despite the fact that someone once offered him five million pounds never to write another word for publication (one hilarious story recounted here) this is a glorious book. Vintage Plass...Doubt: more or less frequent visitor who should be allowed in when he knocks at the door and sat firmly down in a corner. As long as he is neither fed nor entertained he will usually get bored after a while and go away.Ineffable: (1) cannot be expressed in words (2) cannot be sworn at.Oblivion: nothing to worry about.Go in peace:(1) injunction to the congregation at the end of communion (2) something that is only possible for those blessed with an en-suite bathroom and toilet.Pillar of the church: big thick thing that holds everything up and restricts vision.Adrian Plass works through the alphabet, combining one-line definitions with more thoughtful pieces - a laugh-out-loud book on Christians and Christian culture.

The inspirational and challenging true story of one woman's faith in God that could not be broken by imprisonment and torture. Helen Berhane was held captive for over two years in appalling conditions in her native Eritrea. Her crime? Sharing her faith in Jesus, and refusing, even though horrendously tortured, to deny him. Helen's heart-rending account of true faith in the face of evil reminds all of us who live in the free world not to take our religious freedoms for granted: 'If I could sing in prison, imagine what you can do for God's glory with your freedom.' Be inspired, by one woman's courageous faith, to pray for persecuted Christians and be encouraged to live out your Christian life with more boldness. Content Benefits: Helen's remarkable story will challenge you embrace your religious freedom by living more boldly in faith and will open your eyes to the suffering of persecuted Christians around the world today. A compelling story of faith in adversity A modern day true story of persecution in Africa Inspiring testimony of following Jesus no matter what the cost A gripping Christian biography Inspirational gift idea for women Suitable for anyone who loves to hear of God at work in the world Ideal for anyone who has a heart to pray for persecuted Christians around the world

In the face of suffering, hard places or death, Goff Hope encourages us to hope in the gospel and the goodness of God.

An honest and inspiring personal account of one woman's journey through breast cancer and how faith in Jesus sustained her throughout.

The inspiring biography of Val Jeal who stepped out in faith and changed the lives of many female sex workers in Bristol.After leading a very conventional life, a middle-aged Val told God she was available to be used by him. Moving to an inner-city church, God opened her eyes and heart to what was happening in Bristol, and so began a remarkable rollercoaster ride of love, compassion, burnout, determination, honesty, victories and defeats.Founding the charity One25, Val worked with the female sex workers of Bristol, offering a listening ear, acceptance, support and a safe place to stay that has changed many lives.Val's incredible story shows that it is never too late for God to work in your life and will encourage you to have the faith to step out and do what God has called you to do.Content Benefits:This inspiring biography encourages you not to be pigeon holed by your life so far - God can break into your life and do great things through you too!Demonstrates how God takes ordinary people and does extraordinary things through themReveals how God loves those that society ignoresShows sex workers not as fallen women but women of dignity and strengthHelps you understand issues around sex working, addiction and homelessnessIncludes a photo insertPerfect for anyone who loves to hear stories of God at workSuitable for readers who love testimonies and faith-inspiring storiesIdeal for anyone interested in social actionAn inspirational gift idea for any occasion

Meet twelve incredible women from Nepal whose lives have been transformed by God. Nepali women are among the most dispossessed and downtrodden in the world. Thanks to traditional customs and religious rituals, many face ordeals unimaginable to those living in the developed world. Anna Townsend invites you to meet twelve women and discover their astounding stories. Among them is Kopisha, whose infant daughter died due to the neglect of her own family; Suki, the mother of a human trafficking survivor; and Maria, forced to marry her rapist. Poignant, shocking, but ultimately inspirational, you will be encouraged to see how God is at work in these women, changing their lives and giving them a more hopeful future. Content Benefits: These poignant stories will open your eyes to the plight of women in Nepal, but also encourage you to see that God is moving around the world and that his church is growing. Includes 12 personal stories of Nepali women, interviewed by Anna Offers an understanding of the cultural context of these stories Includes anecdotes of Anna's own experience of living in Kathmandu Will help you see what life is like for women living in Nepal Has the power to change hearts and minds towards the injustices still facing women in the world today Vividly evokes the sights and sounds of modern-day Kathmandu An insight into how God is still at work in the world Perfect for anyone who loves to hear stories of God at work Suitable for readers who love testimonies and faith-inspiring stories An inspirational gift idea for any occasion

A series of biblical reflections on what we can learn today from the life of David.The Bible devotes more verses to David than anyone else except Jesus. God called David a man after his own heart, yet he made monumental mistakes. So why was this flawed king so esteemed and what can we learn?Touching on universal themes such as being overlooked, family tensions, conflict and temptation, Percey draws out biblical truths that gently challenge us to look at our lives and draw closer to Jesus.David's life gives hope to all of us who make mistakes and whose hearts are easily moved that we too can learn to be after God's own heart. Content Benefits: You will see through David's life that it is not the mistakes we make that define us, but the way we deal with them. Understand the life of David Applicable life lessons for today Goes much deeper than just the familiar stories of Goliath and Bathsheba Each chapter ends with questions for reflection, perfect for individuals or study groups Encourages an authentic spirituality that acknowledges the good and bad experiences of life Chatty, informal and accessible style Foreword written by Stephen Cherry, author of Barefoot Disciple Suitable for anyone seeking to live as Jesus's disciples

Come with Arcos as he searches for the mysterious Misaro'Deio in this fantasy adventure set in the land of Aratae'Tor.'"Some of you have hearts that are wondering if the Cartographer really cares." A shiver ran down Arc's spine ... How could this man be reading his thoughts?'Arcos is a young artist who travels to the mountainous land of Aratae'Tor for the annual festival to honour the Cartographer who mapped out the world. But after an earthquake left his mother unable to walk, he secretly questions whether the Cartographer really loves him and his family.Arcos is encouraged to look for the Misaro'Deio, the Cartographer's Servant, who the old prophecies say is coming soon and will turn people's hearts back to the Cartographer. He then meets Ishua who seems to know everything about him.Could this be the Misaro'Deio? Will he change Arcos's mind about the Cartographer? And will his life ever be the same again? Content Benefits: Young readers will be intrigued to know more about God after reading these gospel stories retold within a fantasy adventure context. A retelling of events found in John 7 as a fantasy adventure Includes black and white line drawings throughout Shows kids that God loves and accepts them A glossary of terms and how they relate to Bible characters is provided Includes an explanation of the gospel story and where to find it in the Bible Ideal for kids who love reading fantasy adventure books Perfect for anyone who loves the Chronicles of Narnia Ideal for Sunday School prizes or gifts Suitable for children aged 8-13

A powerful call for women to reclaim their body image and recognise their true value.Society has one slim definition of a woman's beauty, to which most of us just don't measure up. Falling short of this standard causes pain, jealousy and self-loathing. How can we be honest about our struggles with beauty, and how do we break free from them?Through sharing her own personal struggles with identity and critiquing society's views through the lens of the Bible, Chine shows that there truly is a path to freedom.Christian women can be the confident, Christ-reflecting women they were created to be. Content Benefits: Am I Beautiful? fights back against the beauty myth and calls on women to reclaim their body image and recognise their true value, so that they can be the culture-making, injustice-fighting, Christ-reflecting women they were created to be. Full of powerful, vulnerable and honest stories Packed with biblical truth to combat society's harmful and insidious lies Contains practical exercises and questions Encourages women to see their true identity in God Helpful for anyone struggling with issues around self-worth, identity or low self esteem Suitable for women of all ages and walks of life

Full of anecdotes and biblical teaching, The Christing will help you understand the power of God and learn how to share it with others.Do you want to fall more in love with Jesus?The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Jesus. The awesome power of this 'Christing' is to get the life-giving, oppression-busting, freedom-bringing life of Jesus into the whole world, starting right where we live.Take a gallop through the scriptures with Paul White and discover the different images used to describe the Holy Spirit. In a fresh and conversational style, peppered with personal stories and the author's own illustrations, you will see how the same dynamic power of God seen throughout the Bible is still available to us today.Be encouraged to live in a deep, passionate relationship with Jesus. Get ready to release the 'Christing'! Content Benefits: The Christing will help you understand the Bible in a deeper way, fall more in love with Jesus and encourage you to live in the power of the Holy Spirit. Will help you understand the richness of Bible imagery and stories Looks at familiar Bible stories with fresh eyes and a new perspective Encourages us to see how God works with us to fulfil his mission Reveals who the Holy Spirit is in accessible and non-jargon language Weaves together Biblical teaching, personal stories and life application Highlights the relevance of the Bible to our lives today Ideal for anyone who wants to deepen their relationship with God Perfect for anyone who wants to dig deeper into the Bible Includes line drawings throughout

A thirty day devotional look at 'Ruth's diary' with thought provoking points, prayers and questions to help explore this much-loved story in a new way.What must it have been like to be Ruth, transformed from a widow in a foreign land to become the great-grandmother of King David?Emily Owen explores these questions through Ruth's 'diary', sharing in her trials, her excitements, her challenges, fears and joys. Each chapter begins with a 'diary extract' from Ruth's life, which is then beautifully unpacked with a meditation to encourage you to reflect on how that applies today. Each meditation is encouraging yet challenging, and helpful for personal growth.Join Ruth on a devotional journey to see the biblical story from a fresh perspective. Content Benefits: This thirty day devotional look at 'Ruth's diary' with thought provoking points, prayers and questions will help you explore this much-loved story in a new way. Looks at the Biblical story of Ruth with fresh eyes and a new perspective Allows readers to immerse themselves in the Bible through the eyes of a biblical character A diary style entry from Ruth introduces the theme for each biblical meditation Encourages us to see how God works even through the hard times Weaves together Biblical teaching, reflections and prayers A daily reading resource over one month Perfect for quiet times Ideal for anyone who wants a fresh approach to devotional reading Perfect for anyone who wants to dig deeper into the Bible

Biblical wisdom and practical help to learn how to pray effectively even in tough times.Many of us want to pray but are unsure how to go about it.Buried deep in the Bible, the Minor Prophets contain pearls of wisdom that form the raw material of prayer. These prophets understood the power of prayer, so what made them turn to God and how did they ask him for help?By looking at each minor prophet in turn, Debbie Duncan explores their background and looks at how their example can help us to pray effectively today. They may be minor prophets, but they teach us major truths about prayer. Content Benefits: Debbie Duncan looks at the minor prophets and draws out lessons from their lives that will enable you to learn to pray with confidence, even when times are really hard. Will help people who struggle with prayer to find confidence to pray to God in any situation Includes commentary on each minor prophet, combining biblical content with applicable life lessons Looks at issues such as justice, mercy, and hope in uncertain times Unpacks often overlooked books of the Bible Highlights the relevance of the Old Testament to our lives today Ideal for anyone who wants to deepen their prayer life Perfect for anyone who wants to gain practical life lessons from Biblical texts

Soul's Scribe helps you to make sense of your life story and gives you the confidence to effectively share your testimony with others.Each of us has a soul story to tell - the unique story of how we experience God throughout our lives.Kate Nicholas expertly takes you on a journey through the various stages of your life, helping you to see your soul's story as an adventure full of meaning and purpose, connecting your tale with the great sweeping arc of God's eternal narrative.As you identify the main themes of your life that connect past and present, you will be able to understand your life as a coherent whole. At the end of this reflective and practical process, you will have the tools to step out and tell your own story with confidence.Point others to Jesus as you are empowered to share the good things God has done for you. Content Benefits: Soul's Scribe helps you to make sense of your life story and gives you the confidence to effectively share your testimony with others. Encourages you to look back over your life and see where God has been at work, guiding your paths, and working out his plans Each chapter provides food thought about God's narrative, how it relates to you and how you experience God in the world at different stages of your life Helps you identify the main themes of your life that connect past and present to help you to understand your life as a coherent whole Provides you with the tools to step out and tell your own story with confidence Enables you to see your own life as an adventure, full of purpose and meaning Draws on scripture and developmental psychology Implements methods used by professional communicators Ideal for anyone who wants to see the bigger picture of their journey with God Perfect for anyone who wants to tell their story more effectively to others

When Oceans Roar tells the remarkable stories of people who heard the still small voice of God, and saw God do amazing things when they took God at his word and surrendered themselves to him. The stories told in this book represent roads that few people would have chosen. Yet having said 'yes' to God, and taken the first step, each one was strengthened, empowered and equipped for the journey ahead. It includes the story of a couple who prayed over their child who had no heart beat for three days in the sure knowledge that God would meet them at their point of need, and of a Bangladeshi freedom fighter taken before a firing squad only to learn that God had a plan for his life. This is a book that will challenge you to find your true identity, and having done so to step out of complacency and take risks in the sure knowledge that God will never leave you or forsake you as you surrender yourself to him. Be inspired to listen out for the still small voice of God above the ocean's roar.

An inspirational account of interventions of God in the world of medicine.In Nine Minutes Past Midnight we hear how Dr Crocker, called out to a medical emergency, came to be convinced that God was working alongside him. This led him to speak with many doctors from all branches of medicine and write about their stories. It is an inspirational account of how the personal God interacts and intervenes today in the world of medicine and medical people.

After experiencing the transforming power of hearing God's voice in her own life, Rev Dr Tania Harris set out to unlock the questions Christians have debated for centuries: How does God speak? How do you know it's God? and What difference does it make to the church?