Devotional

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

30 meditations - a daily reading for a month- plus a postscript, on the life of Miriam as found in the Bible. An introduction for each section leads into a Bible reading, followed by a short comment, some questions or a thought to ponder, and then a prayer Does Miriam merit a whole book of thoughts about her when the references to her in the Bible are minimal? Was she really of significance when she lived? Does her life have any relevance for today? Pam Pointer encourages the reader to open the Bible and find out.

Following on from God’s Promises Kept, Catherine Mackenzie gives us more devotions inspired by Charles Haddon Spurgeon’s Chequebook of the Bank of Faith. By adapting Spurgeon’s daily devotions to be accessible for today’s 9–14 year olds, Catherine Mackenzie encourages a new generation to cling to the promises of God. This small padded book is a treasure trove that would be an idea gift for any child. Each entry finishes with a suggestion for what the reader should do in response to what they have read, and a prayer

Girls are courageous. . .and so much more! This delightful devotional--just for your girl--is a lovely reminder of all God created her to be. 180 encouraging readings and inspiring prayers, rooted in biblical truth, challenge girls to be courageous, kind, wise, honest, loving, loyal, hard-working, and so much more! In each devotional reading, your courageous girl will discover her value and purpose, while coming to understand God's plan for her life. More Than Courageous: Devotions and Prayers for a Girl's Heart is a wonderful gift for girls 8 and up!

Hannah Dunnett explores her unique artwork and the visual imagery she uses in her paintings to illustrate scripture. Her inspirational artwork provides a fresh look at scripture and aids personal reflection and devotion. Alongside each illustration she describes the background to the picture and her reasoning for the imagery and words used. As well as learning more about Hannah's own inspiration and journey of faith the reader is encouraged to reflect on the picture and the scriptures used. Questions are posed of the reader to help the reflective process and provoke thought and application. Many of her painting are available to buy as prints. Please contact us for details.

"No priest, no theologian stood at the cradle of Bethlehem. And yet, all Christian theology finds its beginnings in the miracle of miracles, that God became human." These stirring words are just a sample of the wisdom found in this collection of 100 devotions that guide and inspire us. Mornings with Bonhoeffer provides an acute understanding of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's theological perspectives, helping us to reflect on what his thoughts can mean for faith and the Christian experience. Short excerpts from Bonhoeffer's letters and passages from his sermons, paired with the daily devotions, offer timeless and moving reminders of God's love for humanity speaking to the "head" and "heart" of theological understanding and personal faith. Dr. Donald K. McKim brings Bonhoeffer to life in this beautiful devotional that provides understanding of often misunderstood, multifaceted writings as well as an inside look at the imperfect man behind the saintly image. The result is a heartrending portrait that provides Bonhoeffer's true insights, as well as insight into the faith that sustained and redeemed him.

My Utmost for His Highest has been a proven, best-selling devotional for many years. Oswald Chambers wanted all people to have a life-changing encounter with Jesus, and that mind-set is reflected in his words. He had a gift of looking at the Scriptures, asking the tough questions, and igniting a passion in people to want to know God better. The biblical thoughts and themes that Chambers delivers in this classic edition of My Utmost for His Highest will resonate with you as you seek to grow your faith. This special limited edition has a foreword written by Luke Smallbone from For King & Country.

Nevertheless, You Are Blessed! This lovely devotional collection is designed to help you grow deeper in your faith and connect to the heavenly Father’s heart. Dozens of practical and hope-filled devotions inspired by Psalm 34:8 MSG (“Open your mouth and taste, open your eyes and see—how good God is. Blessed are you who run to him. . .”) will help you celebrate life's beautiful blessings and strengthen your heart-connection to the Master Creator. You'll discover a deeper understanding and love for the One who holds the whole world in His hands. Open your mouth and taste, open your eyes and see— how good God is. Blessed are you who run to him. Psalm 34:8 MSG

If you long to break free from life's hurts, hang-ups, and habits, the Celebrate Recovery Bible is a powerful, positive ally. This Bible is based on eight recovery principles found in Jesus' Sermon on the Mount and on the underlying Christ-centred twelve steps of the proven Celebrate Recovery program. The Celebrate Recovery Bible lifts you up and shows you how to walk, step by attainable step, on a path of healing and liberty. The Celebrate Recovery Bible is an ideal, real-life spiritual guide for those struggling with or attempting to recover from the effects of drugs, alcohol, and other harmful habits and addictions. Featuring a special foreword by Rick Warren, this Bible includes articles that explain the eight recovery principles and accompanying Christ-centred twelve steps, and it includes thirty days of devotional readings and over fifty full-page biblical character studies.