When the Church Was a Family: Recapturing Jesus’ Vision for Authentic Christian Community

Author(s): Joseph H. Hellerman
Publisher: B&H Books
Price: $4.99       (Nov 22 only)

Spiritual formation occurs primarily in the context of community. But as the modern cultural norm of what social scientists call “radical American individualism” extends itself, many Christians grow lax in their relational accountability to the church. Faith threatens to become an “I” not “us,” a “my God” not “our God” concern.

When the Church Was a Family calls believers back to the wisdom of the first century, examining the early Christian church from a sociohistorical perspective and applying the findings to the evangelical church in America today. With confidence, author Joseph Hellerman writes intentionally to traditional church leaders and emerging church visionaries alike, believing what is detailed here about Jesus’ original vision for authentic Christian community will deeply satisfy the relational (more…)

Two Waterbrook Multnomah E-Books – Oct 12/24

When the Sandpiper Calls
Author(s): Peggy Darty
Publisher: Waterbrook
Price: $1.99       (Ends Oct 17)

Christy Castleman, a pretty, young novelist, has made a name for herself writing books about mystery and intrigue. The Sassy Snowbirds, a group of lively ladies, spread fun, friendship, and good deeds around the seaside town of Summer Breeze. Everyone is content in their cozy world–until a message is found in a small Victorian glass bottle half buried in the sand.

“Call the police. Someone is trying to kill me.”

Believing the note to have been written by a missing realtor, the Sassy Snowbirds jump into the mystery with Christy. Using her research and know-how as a novelist, the young woman and her unflappable friends succeed where a team of forensic experts stall. But solving real life crimes is much more dangerous than writing them, and Christy must fight for her life when she uncovers a shocking truth and a real murderer.

A contemporary Southern cozy mystery with a touch of romance, When the Sandpiper Calls is a fast-paced and inspirational look at life choices, consequences, second chances, and deepening faith.

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The Gift of One Day: How to Find Hope When Life Gets Hard
Author(s): Kerry and Chris Shook
Publisher: Waterbrook
Price: $1.99       (Ends Oct 17)

LOS ANGELES TIMES AND ECPA BESTSELLER • Kerry and Chris Shook’s grandson Jude lived for only one day after he was born. That one day changed the way they live every day. Now they share their lessons of faith and hope.

Jude Samuel Shook lived through only one sunset and one sunrise. Just one rotation of the planet . . . and he went home to be with God.

Yet the way Jude unwrapped the divine gift of his one day changed the way his grandparents now live every day. A little boy who lived on this earth for just a handful of hard-fought hours caused Kerry and Chris to wonder, How many of our days make a breath of difference to those around us?

Their personal journal of loss, longing, and love eventually became known as the Miracle Book, a record of the ways God showed up in the midst of this hard and unexpected heartbreak. From this book, Kerry and Chris have gleaned fourteen life-altering truths, such as:

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Mercy Mild: A 25-Day Christmas Devotional Tracing Christ’s Love from Eden to Eternity

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Author(s): Josh Taylor
Price: $4.99      

Discover Christ on Every Page of the Bible—and Every Day of the Season.
Christmas isn’t just a story of Bethlehem; it’s the fulfillment of God’s promise—from the beginning in Eden to the hope of eternity. Mercy Mild is a 25-day devotional that traces Christ’s presence from Genesis to Revelation, offering a fresh perspective on the story of redemption.

Each daily reading includes:

In-depth Scripture study to uncover God’s eternal promises.
A heartfelt prayer to carry you through your day.
Reflection questions for personal application.
Spiritual conversation starters to share your faith with others.
Whether you’re looking for quiet moments of reflection or tools to deepen your faith, Mercy Mild is designed to:

Help you slow down and focus on Christ amid holiday busyness.
Show how the entire Bible tells one unified story of hope.
Rekindle your love for well-worn Christmas verses.
Perfect for individuals, families, or small groups, Mercy Mild is more than a devotional—it’s a journey to rediscover the mercy and majesty of Christ this Christmas.

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Mercy Mild: A 25-Day Christmas Devotional Tracing Christ’s Love from Eden to Eternity

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Author(s): Josh Taylor
Price: $0.99      

Discover Christ on Every Page of the Bible—and Every Day of the Season.
Christmas isn’t just a story of Bethlehem; it’s the fulfillment of God’s promise—from the beginning in Eden to the hope of eternity. Mercy Mild is a 25-day devotional that traces Christ’s presence from Genesis to Revelation, offering a fresh perspective on the story of redemption.

Each daily reading includes:

In-depth Scripture study to uncover God’s eternal promises.
A heartfelt prayer to carry you through your day.
Reflection questions for personal application.
Spiritual conversation starters to share your faith with others.
Whether you’re looking for quiet moments of reflection or tools to deepen your faith, Mercy Mild is designed to:

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The Day Jesus Moved Next Door

Author(s): Sean Elliot Russell
Price: $4.99       (Limited Time Only)

A small city becomes the focal point for a spiritual war when Jesus of Nazareth moves into an old farmhouse on Summit Avenue. The darkness is not happy. Those on the street are confronted with a reality they didn’t know existed. They begin a journey, but not necessarily the journey they’d like to take.

Become a resident of Summit Avenue today.

Praise for “The Day Jesus Moved Next Door”:
“Kicking back with this book felt like sitting on a porch swing watching a storm roll in—comforting in an unexpected way. It wasn’t just about spiritual battles or divine drop-ins; it was more about the folks next door figuring life out one hard knock at a time. The mix of everyday drama with those (more…)

Two Harper Christian Bible Study Guides – Oct 10/24

Revelation
Author(s): John MacArthur
Publisher: HarperChristian Resources
Price: $1.99      

The book of Revelation unveils Jesus Christ in his glory and victorious return. And yet no other New Testament book of the Bible poses more serious and difficult interpretative challenges.

John MacArthur will take you through the book, passage by passage, so that you can better understand everything from the historical context to the coming of Christ’s Kingdom.

The apostle John wrote this letter to the churches in Asia Minor who were feeling the overwhelming effects of persecution from all sides. It was a reminder to them that God saw their hardships, cared about them, and would reward them for their faithfulness.

Through the use of vivid imagery, John writes Revelation to reveal the end of human history, the return of Christ, and the establishment of a new heaven and a new earth. John’s message of hope in Revelation assures Christians that God is in sovereign control of all past, present, and future events. He encourages believers to trust that Jesus Christ will judge the lost and will rule in ultimate victory over all human and demonic opposition.

—ABOUT THE SERIES—

The MacArthur Bible Study series is designed to help you study the Word of God with guidance from widely respected pastor and author John MacArthur. Each guide provides intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture by examining its parts and incorporates:

Extensive, but straight-forward commentary on the text.
Detailed observations on overriding themes, timelines, history, and context.
Word and phrase studies to help you unlock the broader meaning and apply it to your life.
Probing, interactive questions with plenty of space to write down your response and thoughts.

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Ten Women of the Bible Study Guide
Author(s): Max Lucado & Jenna Lucado Bishop
Publisher: HarperChristian Resources
Price: $2.99      

Do you ever feel like a second-class citizen in this world?

Do you wonder how God could possibly use you to change lives?

For women in Bible times, these weren’t even questions they thought about. Being overlooked, marginalized, having your contributions discounted because you’re a woman…it’s just the way things were. In this 10-lesson workbook, Max Lucado tells some of his favorite accounts of women in Scripture and the remarkable way God broke down cultural barriers to use them in the unfolding of His story.

You will discover…

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Ten Women of the Bible

Author(s): Max Lucado, Jenna Lucado Bishop
Publisher: Harper Christian Resources
Price: $3.99       (Aug 1 – 31)

Do you ever feel like a second-class citizen in this world?

Do you wonder how God could possibly use you to change lives?

For women in Bible times, these weren’t even questions they thought about. Being overlooked, marginalized, having your contributions discounted because you’re a woman…it’s just the way things were. In this 10-lesson workbook, Max Lucado tells some of his favorite accounts of women in Scripture and the remarkable way God broke down cultural barriers to use them in the unfolding of His story.

You will discover…

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