Author(s): Robby Gallaty
Publisher: Zondervan
Price: $1.99       (Feb 20-22)

Through the years, our understanding of Jesus has been shaped by different cultural influences, and many Christians have forgotten that Jesus was a Jewish man living in a Jewish land, observing Jewish customs, and investing his life into Jewish men and women.

Trading the popular, but inaccurate Western perspective of the Bible for the context in which Jesus actually ministered in 2000 years ago, author Robby Gallaty reveals the fascinating Hebraic culture, customs, and nuances many Christians have never experienced or learned about.

By uncovering the teaching of the first and second century rabbis and Christian theologians, and highlighting little-known Jewish idioms and traditions, Gallaty takes Christians on a biblical journey to rediscover a forgotten Jesus from a biblical perspective, deepening your relationship with God.

Here’s what others are saying:

“Throughout this book, Robby shows how the New Testament comes alive with a robust understanding of the Old. However, as with Jewish rabbis of old, he isn’t satisfied to stop with correct thinking–he pushes us onward to correct living.”
J.D. Greear, pastor, The Summit Church

“The message of Jesus may be timeless. But his life, teachings, death, and resurrection were all time-stamped. They took place in the real word at a specific time and place. In The Forgotten Jesus, Robby Gallaty helps us better understand the long-forgotten culture and context of Jesus’s life and ministry so that we may better grasp the timeless beauty and power of his gospel.”
Larry Osborne, Pastor and Author, North Coast Church

“For many years, First Fruits of Zion has aimed to help Christians to know Jesus better by seeing Him in His Jewish context. Pastor Robby Gallaty is a pastor and Bible teacher who shares that vision. His new book “The Forgotten Jesus” will help Christians to remember the Jewish Jesus that has largely been forgotten. Read this book if you want to know and follow our Master better!”
Boaz Michael – Founder and Director of First Fruits of Zion – Jerusalem, Israel

“Looking for something new? Look to something old! This book is ‘gold’ with fresh insight to the preacher in teaching God’s Word and ‘gold’ to believers in seeing new understanding into the New Testament by looking to the old – the Old Testament. Don’t miss this treasure that God has revealed through Robby Gallaty.”
​Bryant Wright, Senior pastor of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Marietta, GA

“Robby’s passion for Jesus ignites and unites the way he thinks, speaks, and acts. His design in this book is to help you do the same. To my mind, he achieves that goal. Do you crave to love God as Father, the way Jesus did? Read on! And may the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob grant you the desire of your heart.”
​James Whitman, Director, Center for Judaic-Christian Studies

“I’m delighted to see Robby Gallaty’s The Forgotten Jesus and know it will be of great benefit for anyone wanting to understand Jesus’ Jewish context. As Gallaty re-situates him in his historical setting, he shows how our Rabbi brought the truth of God’s Word to its greatest expression. Readers will be freshly amazed at Jesus’ life and ministry when they view it in light of his first-century Jewish reality.”
Lois Tverberg, author of Walking in the Dust of Rabbi Jesus

“This book will help you understand and appreciate the Jewish-ness of Jesus and the larger biblical narrative. I highly recommend this book!”
Matt Carter, Pastor, Austin Stone Community Church

“I’m delighted to see Robby Gallaty’s The Forgotten Jesus and know it will be of great benefit for anyone wanting to understand Jesus’ Jewish context. As Gallaty re-situates him in his historical setting, he shows how our Rabbi brought the truth of God’s Word to its greatest expression. Readers will be freshly amazed at Jesus’ life and ministry when they view it in light of his first-century Jewish reality.”
Keren Hannah Pryor, Author of A Taste of Torah and A Dash of Drash(ffoz.org)

Author(s): Tim Chaffey & K. Marie Adams
Publisher: Master Books
Price: $2.99       (Feb 20-21)

The world is inundated with violence and headed for destruction. Following his desperate flight from the clutches of Havilah’s wicked rulers, Noah finds himself caught in the middle of warring empires: the forces of Havilah, led by their evil king and priestess, battle the barbaric Nodite army for supremacy. Facing a decision that may cost loved ones their lives, Noah must find a way to escape the conflict to reach Emzara and fulfill God’s calling.

Seeking a safe place to build the Ark far from his enemy’s reach, Noah leads his group to the last place he thinks anyone would look. Encountering numerous surprises along the way, he discovers that someone else has already planned for his arrival.

As the Ark nears completion and judgment looms, Noah makes one more trek through a world dominated by deadly deceptions. Aided by an unexpected stranger in a perilous place, Noah learns once again that the Creator always keeps His promises.

Adventure, wonder, and biblical history await readers on this riveting journey through the pre-Flood world, leading to an epic confrontation between the Creator’s faithful preacher of righteousness and the serpent’s priestess and her legions of darkness. Noah: Man of God weaves together the storylines from the first two books and delivers an unforgettable conclusion to The Remnant Trilogy.

Step into the shoes of the disciples as they travel with Jesus in this 30-day devotional book.

In just ten minutes a day you’ll draw closer to God and have a better understanding of Jesus’s central message to his followers.

As Christ’s ministry was coming to an end, he journeyed to Jerusalem one last time to celebrate Passover before fulfilling his mission at Calvary. Rather than fret about the cross, he instead used his precious time left to instill in his followers the critical lessons they would need when he was gone.

Through parables, miracles, and object lessons, Christ reminded those around him that the kingdom of God is nothing like the kingdoms on earth. On earth we seek money, power, and political control. But the kingdom of God belongs to the humble and the generous. Earthly kingdoms destroy their enemies and those who reject them. Jesus instead preached forgiveness, mercy, and longsuffering. (more…)

Author(s): Ravi Zacharias & Norman L. Geisler
Publisher: Zondervan
Price: $0.99       (Feb 20-22)

In the quest for the truth, you need to know what you believe and why you believe it. Who Made God? offers accessible answers to over 100 commonly asked apologetic questions. Bringing together the best in evangelical apologists, this guide is standard equipment for Christians who want to understand and talk about their faith intelligently. Part one answers tough questions about the Christian faith such as:• Who made God? • How can there be three persons in one God? • What is God’s ultimate purpose in allowing evil? • Where did the universe come from? • How long are the days of creation in Genesis? • Did Jesus rise from the dead? • Are the records of Jesus’ life reliable? • Does the Bible have errors in it?Part two answers tough questions about other faiths, including Islam, Mormonism, Hinduism, Transcendental Meditation, Yoga, Reincarnation, Buddhism, and Black Islam. Relevant stories, questions for reflection and discussion, and a comprehensive list of suggested resources help you dig deeper so you can be prepared to give careful answers that explain the reasons for your faith.

Author(s): Ann H. Gabhart
Publisher: Revell
Price: $0.79       (Ends Feb 28)

It is 1936 and Kate Merritt, the middle child of Victor and Nadine, works hard to keep her family together. Her father slowly slips into alcoholism and his business suffers during the Great Depression. As her mother tries to come to grips with their situation and her sisters seem to remain blissfully oblivious to it, it is Kate who must shoulder the emotional load. Who could imagine that a dirty, abandoned little girl named Lorena Birdsong would be just what the Merritts need?

In this richly textured novel, award-winning author Ann H. Gabhart reveals the power of true love, the freedom of forgiveness, and the strength to persevere through troubled times. Multidimensional characters face real and trenchant problems while maintaining their family bonds, all against the backdrop of a sultry Kentucky summer. Readers will be drawn into the story and find themselves lingering there long after they’ve finished the book.