Detours: The Unpredictable Path to Your Destiny

Author(s): Tony Evans
Publisher: B&H Books
Price: $4.99       (July 10 Only)

God has a plan for your life.

More often than not, it’s a detour, one that can leave you feeling temporarily stalled and slowed down. Which nobody likes. But detours are necessary if any improvements are going to be made on the paths we travel. Or if any wreck is going to be cleaned up or a hazard avoided. Detours are designed for our own good, regardless of how we view or feel about them.

Detours are a good thing that often feels bad.

Tony knows a thing or two about detours, and one of the things he knows for certain is that God works through detours to bring about His blessing. To deliver you to the place He has created just for you. Yet what we often do is try as hard as we can to work our own way to the circumstances we believe are best for us.

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They Were Single Too: Eight Biblical Role Models

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Author(s): David M. Hoffeditz
Publisher: Kregel Publications
Price: $2.99       (July 15-16)

Singleness is not a sin that needs to be redeemed. Yet for many single Christians, the way the church regards them often feels condemning. Living between these truths can be a painful, frustrating experience.

By examining eight individuals from Scripture who were single at some point in their adult lives–Paul, Anna, Martha, Jeremiah, Ruth, Joseph, Nehemiah, and John the Baptist–Hoffeditz guides readers through common struggles singles face, such as loneliness and disappointment.

Hoffeditz isn’t offering a self-help guide, a twelve-step program to recovery, or philosophical musings. They Were Single Too spells out concrete steps for a healthy, God-approved attitude toward unmarried life and how one can truly serve God without a spouse. Brief chapters with questions for reflection allow for either individual or group study.

Long used as a resource for singles ministries, this revised edition updates the language of this timeless biblical study and makes it more attractive for today’s reader.

 

The Lord of Endurance and Encouragement

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Author(s): Joel Beeke
Publisher: Reformation Heritage Books
Price: $2.99       (Oct 16-17)

How can we endure in a world filled with sin and suffering? Only by looking to Jesus Christ, our Great High Priest.

Each chapter in this encouraging book draws lessons from biblical examples of suffering saints and mines the riches of the Reformed divines. As you read, you will find hope in Christ that will sustain you as you persevere until heaven. Contributors include:

Part 1: God and Suffering
1 Cultivating a God-Centered Theology of Suffering — Anthony Kidd
2 Learning in God’s School of Suffering — Anthony Kidd

Part 2: Christ and Suffering
3 Following the Lamb through the Fiery Trials of Life and Ministry — Paul Washer
4 Ending in Christ with All Our Sufferings — Joel R. Beeke
5 The Paradox of Suffering and Sovereignty in King Jesus — Jonathon Beeke

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Hesed: Does the Tanakh Foreshadow Jesus?

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Author(s): Mark Stouffer
Price: $0.99       (Limited time sale)

WHILE arguing with the Jewish religious leaders, Jesus said, “You search the Scriptures, because you think that in them you have eternal life; and it is these that bear witness of Me; . . .” In this series of books we will examine the Tanakh in order to see if Jesus’ claim has any merit.

In Hesed we will consider if the sacrificial system prescribed in the Torah prefigures Jesus’ death on the cross. We will do so by asking such root level questions as:

Why did the Jews need to sacrifice lambs at the first Passover in order to be exempt from G-d’s judgement? After all, they were the victims in this event of slavery and oppression.
Why did the High Priest need to immediately exit G-d’s presence once he sprinkled the blood in the Holy of Holies? Didn’t the blood atone for his sins on Yom Kippur?
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We will also examine the lives of Joseph, Moses, David, and Daniel. For, there are some noticeable similarities between their lives and Jesus’ life. The question is, were these details purposely inserted in the Tanakh to foreshadow Jesus, or is this just a coincidence?

Join author Mark Stouffer as he seeks to understand the intended meaning of the Biblical authors.

Hesed is for Jewish people who want to know the truth about Jesus. It is also good for Christians who want to learn about the Tanakh, or Old Testament.

Primeval Saints: Studies in the Patriarchs of Genesis

Author(s): James Jordan
Publisher: Canon Press
Price: FREE       (Ends Nov 10)

Whenever the heroes from the Bible are trotted out in Sunday school, people are quick to point out their flaws and failings, going straight to the moral of the story rather than paying attention to what the text actually says. In this short but adventurous book, Jordan shows that the Biblical narratives are about so much more than Sunday School lessons and that in fact the patriarchs are not held up for us as examples of failure or sin, but are rather are great moral exemplars.

In contrast to Adam, Cain, and other characters in the early pages of Genesis, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, and Judah were great heroes of the faith and by paying careful attention to the details of their lives, we can discover much more from the Bible than we often think.

 

12 Days of Promise: Family Christmas Devotional

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Author(s): Jolie Canoli
Publisher: Thinks Voyage Publishing
Price: FREE       (Nov 8 Only)

Experience the wonder of God’s faithfulness this Christmas as you journey through 12 Days of Promise. Recover the sanctity of this beloved holiday as your family uncovers the fulfillment of God’s ancient promises.

This heartwarming family devotional, specially crafted for families with young children, beautifully retells the timeless Biblical story of Christmas. As you follow the footsteps of Mary, Joseph, Zechariah, the Shepherds, and Wise Men, you’ll witness the power of God’s handiwork in bringing Jesus to us.

Each devotion offers a faith-building memory verse, engaging teachings from scripture, and cherished Christmas carols that align with the teaching. A heartfelt prayer concludes to connect with the Savior.

Celebrate the immeasurable beauty of God’s love, the joy of fulfillment, and the hope only God can bring. This remarkable devotional is an unforgettable treasure to share with your family, turning the Christmas season into a time of profound reflection, connection, and gratitude. Walk hand in hand with the beloved characters of the Christmas story and witness the unraveling of Christ’s birth in 12 Days of Promise.

Devotionals for Parents: Dec 5/24

The Love of a Dad: Spiritual Thoughts for Fathers
Author(s): James Moore
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Price: $3.99      

Popular author James W. Moore says, “Joseph must have been a good father because Jesus called God ‘Father,’ and that was obviously a good image in his mind.” In this book the author shares inspiring thoughts and stories about fathers and how they can look to God as the best example of a loving parent, one filled with grace and compassion, mercy and kindness.

Chapters include “A Father’s Great Faith,” “What Are You Going to Do with the Rest of Your Life?” “Teaching Our Children to Love,” and others.

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Home Is Where Your Mom Is: Spiritual Thoughts for Mothers
Author(s): James Moore
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Price: $2.99      

It is impossible to overstate the importance of solid homes and strong families. In this book, popular author James W. Moore shares inspiring thoughts and stories about mothers—the love they give, the character and faith they inspire in us, and the invaluable role they play in a nurturing Christian home as they help us to grow in mind, body, and spirit.

Chapters include “A Mother’s Love,” “This Little Light of Mine, I’m Gonna Let It Shine,” “What Our Children Teach Us,” and others.