It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas. Finding the perfect gift. Maxing out the credit cards-again. Endless baking. Surely there is more to Christmas than this.
Bestselling author Ace Collin...[More]

It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas. Finding the perfect gift. Maxing out the credit cards-again. Endless baking. Surely there is more to Christmas than this.
Bestselling author Ace Collins wants to help you make this Christmas your best holiday ever! As he blends fascinating stories from history and spiritual truths about the holiday season, he gently guides you toward a new way of thinking about Christmas.
As you explore Collins' twenty-six easy ways to revolutionize your Christmas expectations, you'll feel yourself relax. You'll begin to recapture the joy and magic of the season and to remember the reason we celebrate. Step by step, you'll make small changes in your attitude toward Christmas that will yield big results.
Each upbeat chapter contains easy to apply ideas, from making the most of long lines and traffic jams, to discovering the deeper meaning behind common Christmas symbols. Simple tasks like mailing Christmas cards or holiday shopping that once seemed like dreaded chores will become easier and worthwhile. Collins adeptly shows how to navigate the stressors that threaten to derail the joy of the season. You'll rediscover Christmas as it was meant to be.
Holiday happiness is attainable with this timely and wise book. Reading this partly devotional, partly practical, and always thoughtful book, you are only twenty-five days and twenty-six ways away from your best Christmas ever![Less]

The Charles Dickens Classic with Christian Insights and Discussion Questions for Groups and Families. Celebrate the season with Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, Jacob Marley, and the Spirits of...[More]

The Charles Dickens Classic with Christian Insights and Discussion Questions for Groups and Families. Celebrate the season with Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, Jacob Marley, and the Spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Future--and discover how the greatest Christmas classic was based on the greatest story ever told. This special edition includes the complete text of "A Christmas Carol" along with notes and discussion questions written from a Christian perspective.[Less]

Fischer's richly painted depictions of the tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, are brought to life in intricate pop-up scenes by paper engineer Bruce Foster...[More]

Fischer's richly painted depictions of the tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, are brought to life in intricate pop-up scenes by paper engineer Bruce Foster.[Less]

Stories, Verse and Thoughts to Cheer Your Heart. Take time to celebrate all the joys of the season - especially the joy that was bundled in the manger. Pull up a comfy chair, grab a cup of warm...[More]

Stories, Verse and Thoughts to Cheer Your Heart. Take time to celebrate all the joys of the season - especially the joy that was bundled in the manger. Pull up a comfy chair, grab a cup of warm cocoa, and be transported to a place of wonder! With funny stories from the mouths of children, poems, special readings, Christmas celebrations, and encouragement from Scripture, this collection is a great gift for any reader who loves Christmas.[Less]

Anyone familiar with the bestselling Gnomes book (over one million sold) illustrated by one of Holland's most celeb...[More]

Anyone familiar with the bestselling Gnomes book (over one million sold) illustrated by one of Holland's most celebrated artists, will like this one. When a mysterious greenwood box is discovered in the rafters of an old barn in northern Finland, it is found to contain tiny bundles of paper, each revealing remarkable descriptions of the Christmas rituals of the gnomes. In every gnome home around the world, Christmas lasts an entire month, and it signals the coming of a new year, which the gnomes ring in with a blessing: "May this year be full of proud deeds and silly games, beautiful songs and hearty feasts, clever jokes, loving friends, and enough surprises to keep us on our toes."

A Gnome's Christmas is the latest study on the lives and cultural habits of the Dutch... I mean, the gnomes. Detailing their love of the Christmas season, this delightful book features songs, stories, games, and recipes for holiday treats, as well as captivating and charming illustrations. Poortvliet also authored and illustrated He Was One of Us about the life of Jesus; he passed away in 1995. 48 pages[Less]

Meeting Christ At The Cross. Jesus was condemned . . . so we could be set free. He was wounded . . . so we can be healed. He died . . . so we might have life. The cross has lost much of its app...[More]

Meeting Christ At The Cross. Jesus was condemned . . . so we could be set free. He was wounded . . . so we can be healed. He died . . . so we might have life. The cross has lost much of its appeal as a symbol of Christianity. Yet what Christ did at the cross remains central to our faith.

In this richly designed book, Michael Card reflects on what it means for Christians that we meet our savior at a cross. Card combs the Old Testament prophecies and Gospel accounts of Jesus’ self-sacrifice, seeking a renewed vision of the cross-the inconceivable meeting place of violence and grace.[Less]

Family Devotions And Activities For The Christmas Season. In our consumer culture, it can be difficult to help our kids understand the true meaning of the Christmas season. In "Celebrating Adve...[More]

Family Devotions And Activities For The Christmas Season. In our consumer culture, it can be difficult to help our kids understand the true meaning of the Christmas season. In "Celebrating Advent," author Ann Hibbard has created a way for parents to set aside a daily time during Advent to talk with their kids about the spiritual meaning the season holds. She shares practical steps that you can take to make Christmas a more meaningful, happy experience for your family. Inspiring and creative family devotions provide a moment of peace and reflection for each evening of Advent, while fun and inexpensive project ideas help parents focus their kids' attention on what really matters at Christmas: Christ.[Less]

This beautiful limited-edition (10.5 x 13.5 inches) print is signed by the artist. The unique illustration appropriately combines a Great Commission theme with a Christmas motif, showing that Christ's...[More]

This beautiful limited-edition (10.5 x 13.5 inches) print is signed by the artist. The unique illustration appropriately combines a Great Commission theme with a Christmas motif, showing that Christ's coming is for all peoples; also available as a Christmas card.[Less]

Meditations on the Last Words of Jesus from the Cross. In the tradition of C.S. Lewis and Thomas Merton, this profoundly moving and enlightening journey through the meanings of Good Friday expl...[More]

Meditations on the Last Words of Jesus from the Cross. In the tradition of C.S. Lewis and Thomas Merton, this profoundly moving and enlightening journey through the meanings of Good Friday explores the last seven words of Jesus Christ.

Numerous writers and composers have been captivated by the suggestiveness of Jesus' Seven Last Words. But Richard John Neuhaus's sustained exploration of these utterances is something altogether different. Through them he plumbs the depths of human experience and sets forth the central narrative of Western civilization -- the suffering, death, and resurrection of Christ -- in a way that engages the attention of believers, unbelievers, and those who are not sure what they believe. Death on a Friday Afternoon is an invitation to the reader into a spiritual and intellectual exploration of the dark side of human experience with the promise of light and life on the far side of darkness. (Publisher)[Less]

Exploring the Christmas of Every Day Pastor Parsley shows how God uses ordinary people to fulfill His plan and purpose. He offers a warm, humorous, and uniquely honest look into the nativity st...[More]

Exploring the Christmas of Every Day Pastor Parsley shows how God uses ordinary people to fulfill His plan and purpose. He offers a warm, humorous, and uniquely honest look into the nativity story, highlighting how God's favor and plans are often followed by dashed hopes, heartache, and disappointment.[Less]

Stories of Startling Joy and Perfect Peace. Christmas is everywhere . . . even where you least expect it. Join award-winning author and storyteller James Calvin Schaap as he uncovers the grace,...[More]

Stories of Startling Joy and Perfect Peace. Christmas is everywhere . . . even where you least expect it. Join award-winning author and storyteller James Calvin Schaap as he uncovers the grace, joy, and love of the season through seven heartwarming tales of miracle moments in a messy world. This beautiful and inspiring collection of contemporary Christmas stories will remind you what grace looks like--and where to find it.[Less]

Christmas Stories That Changed My Life. "Time" magazine has called him America's best preacher and praised his "overwhelming gift." Now "New York Times" bestselling author T.D. Jakes presents t...[More]

Christmas Stories That Changed My Life. "Time" magazine has called him America's best preacher and praised his "overwhelming gift." Now "New York Times" bestselling author T.D. Jakes presents the perfect book for the holidays-a heartwarming collection of stories and reminiscences that will bring readers a deeper understanding of the true meaning of Christmas.[Less]

The favorite Christmas hymns by Martin Luther, "From Heaven Above to Earth I Come" and "Welcome to Earth, O Noble Guest," serve as the text for this Christmas picture book. The reader is invited to co...[More]

The favorite Christmas hymns by Martin Luther, "From Heaven Above to Earth I Come" and "Welcome to Earth, O Noble Guest," serve as the text for this Christmas picture book. The reader is invited to come to Bethlehem and hear the angel's announcement that the Messiah, the Savior of the world, has been born.

Using the text of the traditional hymns and classic-style illustrations to depict the events of that first Christmas night, the book communicates the awe and joy of our Savior's birth as He was "enthroned in humble state." (illustrator: Porfirio, Guy); ages 4-8. size: 10.14" L x 9.68" W[Less]

Three Stories of Christmas Grace. Giver of Gifts reveals the true meaning of Christmas through three page-turning stories. "When Mother Was Eleven-Foot-Four" is a son's memoir of his tiny mothe...[More]

Three Stories of Christmas Grace. Giver of Gifts reveals the true meaning of Christmas through three page-turning stories. "When Mother Was Eleven-Foot-Four" is a son's memoir of his tiny mother whose big Christmas spirit taught him about God's generous gift of grace. "Joseph's Son" is a beautifully written story of the infant Jesus, told from the unsung perspective of his earthly dad. In "Through a Glass Darkly," a young girl's life is transformed by a mysterious mirror that allows her to see others in a new light. These well-crafted tales are wonderful holiday entertainment as well as reminders of what it means to give and live with a generous and gracious heart. Perfect for a holiday evening's inspirational read or a Christmas gift.[Less]

Reflections on Advent and Christmas. "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 be...[More]

Reflections on Advent and Christmas. "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 among forty devotions that guide and inspire readers as they move thematically through the weeks of Advent and Christmas, from waiting and mystery to redemption, incarnation, and joy. Supplemented by an informative introduction, short excerpts from Bonhoeffer's letters, and passages from his Christmas sermons, these daily devotions are timeless and moving reminders of the true gift of Christmas.[Less]

The events of Jesus' final week of like---Palm Sunday, the Last Supper, the trial, Jesus' death and his resurrection---are foundational to our Christian lives and to our salvation. Focusing on these e...[More]

The events of Jesus' final week of like---Palm Sunday, the Last Supper, the trial, Jesus' death and his resurrection---are foundational to our Christian lives and to our salvation. Focusing on these events day by day brings new understanding to who Jesus is and how he loves us. Eight studies for individuals and groups.

1. Sunday: Triumphal Entry
2. Monday: Clearing The Temple
3. Tuesday: Teaching At The Mount Of Olives
4. Thursday: The Last Supper
5. Thursday: Betrayal And Arrest
6. Friday: Trial
7. Friday: Crucifixion
8. Sunday: Resurrection[Less]

What Really Happened What do history and archaeology have to say about Jesus death, burial, and resurrection? In this superb general reader book, two of the worlds most celebrated writers on th...[More]

What Really Happened What do history and archaeology have to say about Jesus death, burial, and resurrection? In this superb general reader book, two of the worlds most celebrated writers on the historical Jesus share their greatest findings. Together, Craig A. Evans and N. T. Wright concisely and compellingly convey the drama and the world-shattering significance of Jesus final days on earth. Read it during the Lent/Easter season and beyond![Less]

Ace Collins helps you uncover the background of thirty-two favorite Christmas songs. Learn the surprising tale of how each song was created. Explore specific times and places that gave birth to each m...[More]

Ace Collins helps you uncover the background of thirty-two favorite Christmas songs. Learn the surprising tale of how each song was created. Explore specific times and places that gave birth to each message. Hear these familiar melodies with new understanding as their stories find their way into your heart.These true, fascinating stories of the inspiration, heartache, trials, and faith that inspired some of the greatest Christmas carols, hymns, and popular songs will enrich the joy and celebration of the Christmas season.[Less]

Meditations on the Suffering, Death, and the Resurrection of Jesus as Recorded in Mark No story has more significance than this: the death and resurrection of Jesus. But somehow the oft-repeate...[More]

Meditations on the Suffering, Death, and the Resurrection of Jesus as Recorded in Mark No story has more significance than this: the death and resurrection of Jesus. But somehow the oft-repeated tale of Christ's passion can become too familiar, too formalized, for us to experience its incredible immediacy. The meditations in 'Reliving the Passion,' which received a Gold Medallion Award in 1993, follow the story as given in the gospel of Mark--from the moment when the chief priests plot to kill Jesus to the Resurrection. But these readings are more than a recounting of events; they are an imaginary reenactment, leading the reader to re-experience the Passion or perhaps see it fully for the very first time. As only a great storyteller can, Walter Wangerin enables the reader to see the story from the inside, to discover the strangeness and wonder of the events as they unfold. It's like being there. In vivid images and richly personal detail, Wangerin helps us recognize our own faces on the streets of Jerusalem; breathe the dark and heavy air of Golgotha; and experience, as Mary and Peter did, the bewilderment, the challenge, and the ultimate revelation of knowing the man called Jesus.[Less]

The marvel of the Nativity is brought luminously to life in Thomas Kinkade's visual interpretation of this beloved and classic Christmas carol. As night falls on Christmas Eve, the air is filled with ...[More]

The marvel of the Nativity is brought luminously to life in Thomas Kinkade's visual interpretation of this beloved and classic Christmas carol. As night falls on Christmas Eve, the air is filled with quiet anticipation. Homes are aglow with love and light. Families are gathered inside to celebrate this holy time. Though the excitement of Christmas morning is only hours away, it is this evening that holds the most joy and promise-the evening that heralds the birth of Jesus. ages 3-8 (10.22" L x 10.34" W)[Less]