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Choosing Kindness is an invitation to explore the narratives of some biblical characters and ordinary people who have been blessed, transformed, and healed through kindness. These relatable, truth-filled devotionals will stir you to live out love in tangible ways that demonstrate the goodness and kindness of God. Ideal for both personal and group study, Choosing Kindness will make a great addition to church and home libraries.

<p>Moses was a misfit. Are you? </p><p>Has your sense of self been buffeted by trauma, mental illness, culture shock, post-modern ideologies, and the like? If so, you are kindred spirits to this biblical patriarch. Journeying through the book of Exodus, Nikki T. White explores the topic of identity crisis in the life of Moses, inviting us to discover-through the ordinary, extraordinary, and unthinkable events of our lives-a new identity of purposed and purposeful mission. </p><p>In the ancient story of Moses, White finds many modern parallels to the stories of this current generation. She examines the different forms of identity crisis faced by millennials, missionaries, migrants, the marginalized, and the grievously misunderstood. Interspersing their stories throughout the book, White offers well-researched insights into some of the sources of identity crisis in North America. Relating the ways in which God has woven her own personal brokenness into his overarching story of redemption, she leads readers to see how God can impart profound meaning to the seemingly random chapters of life.</p><p>This book helps us to find our identity and calling within the bigger scope of God''s divine narrative. For we, like Moses, are being <i>sent</i>.</p>

She's an elite ballerina. He's an NHL prospect. After years of hard work, their dreams are within reach. One summer could raise their game or ruin everything.

<p>INCREDIBLE WOMEN, INCREDIBLE STORIES,<br>SOMEONE''S HOPE, SOMEONE''S HEALING,<br>SOMEONE''S BREAKTHROUGH</p><p>Have you ever found yourself facing a tough circumstance and, no matter how hard you try, you can''t seem to shake feelings of ingratitude? That''s exactly what was happening to me until I had a chance encounter with a homeless woman who motivated me to reflect on what it truly meant to be thankful. That''s when this book was born.</p><p>For one year, 365 ┬╝ days, I interviewed a variety of women about their life experiences and the role that being thankful played in their lives. The women I met and the stories they shared taught me that thankfulness is one of the most important tools in building and maintaining a fulfilling life.</p><p>I hope you''re inspired by the gift of their stories as much as I was and that each one will find its way to those who may feel stuck and need a gentle nudge to move forward from a challenging circumstance. These stories will help those who may need to reconnect with life''s blessings through the gift of being thankful.</p>

<p>Do you really know what the Bible is about? Are you making a decision that could affect you for eternity without even understanding what awaits you? Do you know the true meaning of life, and eventually death? Deep down, do you feel the love, mercy, and grace of Almighty God?</p><p>If you haven''t read and studied God''s Word, you''re missing out on the greatest book ever written. In its pages you will meet some of the greatest heroes of all time, such as Paul, John, James, and the most important person of all, the Son of God Himself, Jesus Christ.</p><p>The wisdom recorded in God''s Word will carry you through every encounter in life and give you strength to get through any day. Even though it was written thousands of years ago, it has applications for your life that are extremely relevant right now. You won''t just learn how to come to a saving faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, but also how to live a fulfilled life that could only come from the Creator of the universe. This book will come alive before your very eyes!</p><p>In more than thirty years of study, I''ve found practical answers to every encounter life has thrown my way. If you don''t know Jesus as your Lord and Savior, my hope is that this book will lead you in His direction. If you do believe, my prayer is that you''ll come to see that Christianity is about more than attending church on Sunday-and that you''ll find the joy that is made complete in the Word of God.</p>

<p>There are certain experiences in one''s life that would seem best forgotten. Other moments are a celebration and collection of incredible experiences resembling a beautiful tapestry which should be displayed. This book is a combination of both-the moments fondly remembered as well as the ones... well, the ones when I wish I would have listened to the prompts of heaven.</p><p>Throughout our lives, we all experience nudges from heaven, and with such a nudge comes a choice. The choices we make affect those around us, especially those closest to us. Every choice has a ripple effect, either for good or bad.</p><p>This book provides an inside look at some of the choices I''ve made in the hopes that you will recognize God''s voice and feel His nudge in helping you navigate this thing we call life.</p>

Step into the lives of some champions whose walks with God have led them to find peace even in chaos. Written with women in mind, these relatable, truth-filled stories will help you cultivate a life lived in His presence and trusting His Word. Reconnect with the unshakeable, abiding peace that comes from our security in Him. Get ready-God's about to write some new pages in your story. Ideal for both personal and group study, Pursuing Peace will make a great addition to church and home libraries.

<p>Step into the lives of some intriguing Bible personalities and ordinary women whose walks with God have seen the outworking of patience through challenges, struggles, disappointments, and victories. Over the course of thirty days, you''ll be challenged and inspired to renew your trust in the God who orders your steps. This time set aside with Him, reading the testimonies of His work in others, will bring both a rest and a perseverance to your spirit. Ideal for personal and group study, <i>Pursuing Patience</i> will make a valuable addition to church and personal libraries.</p>

<p>In November 1869 the ship <i>Electra</i> sails from Amsterdam. On board is a young missionary Heinrich Dirks, together with his wife Aganetha, who are supposed to begin a new missionary work on the distant island of Sumatra. In the southern part of Batak territory, where Islam is advancing rapidly, their task is to found a new mission station and preach the Gospel. Most of the Batak are still heathen. They worship the spirits of the dead (<i>begus</i>), and are considered to be one of the last cannibalistic tribes in the world. A number of them have turned to Islam. There is not a single Christian in southern Batak-Land.</p> <p>The passengers on the ship are very surprised at the plans of the young missionary. Most do not see any sense in doing missionary work among the native people and declare his task to be an impossible vision. "They should send more cannon and soldiers there and not such harmless missionaries," says an older gentleman. Another one observes: "The savages cannot help being the way they are, but to change them is impossible."</p> <p>Will the young missionary succeed in reaching the distant island? Will any indigenous person become a Christian?</p>   <p>A true story that challenges and encourages us to dare the seemingly impossible for God.</p>