Baker publishing group aug 2020 (29 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What do you get when you take tons of hilarious one-liners, riddles, knock-knock jokes, and tongue twisters, then add dozens of hilarious illustrations Sandy Silverthorne's latest joke book!This crazy-fun, fully illustrated book is filled with the best clean humor around. Jokes likeWhat do you call a flock of sheep rolling down a hill A lamb-slide!Knock, knockWho's there Ammonia.Ammonia who Ammonia little kid. How should I know I'm terrified of elevators so I'm taking steps to avoid them.Get ready for hours of fun making your friends laugh, making your family laugh, but mostly making yourself laugh! Ideal for kids ages 6-12.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Are you in a season of life where every search for direction, encouragement, or fulfillment seems to come up empty You thought God had you in a place to thrive and grow, but you are ready to call it quits. There has to be something better.You don't need a new garden; you just need to learn how to dig! In Acres of Diamonds, pastor and New York Times bestselling author Jentezen Franklin helps you discover the unfathomable riches Jesus Christ has for you. Rather than chase after a better life, you can celebrate the untold spiritual provision to be found even in the midst of spiritual deprivation. Readers will learn to cherish where God has placed them as they uncover the hidden potential within their families, jobs, ministries, and communities . . . right where they are.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The secret to sparking a love for learning in your familySally and Clay Clarkson learned the secret to raising children who live vibrant, flourishing lives as adults. It all begins with awaking your child's heart, mind, and strength to the wonder of God's Word and work in the world.This companion guide to Awaking Wonder provides practical ideas, insights, and suggestions to direct you and your children along the path of wonder and learning. The Awaking Wonder Experience is a lifegiving map that will point you in the right direction by offering- creative ideas, reflections, resources, and advice to help awaken wonder in your family- reflection questions to help you become your best self in Christ, so you can be your children's best mentor- encouragement for you as you discover the beauty of learning that comes from making everything visible in the light of Christ- space to build your own twelve-month plan, built on the key concepts outlined in this guide The God of wonder is waiting to be with you, as you work through this book to awaken wonder in your children's hearts and minds.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free' (John 8:32 niv).It's Jesus's promise to you--the promise that you will live triumphantly. But what keeps you from really walking in the joy of the Lord The powers of darkness attack us daily. But, as Dr. Neil Anderson shows in Victory Over the Darkness, you can have the power to conquer them by knowing who you are in Christ. In this book, you will learn how to- realize the power of your identity in Christ- find freedom from the burdens of your past- stand against the spiritual forces of this world- win the battle for your mind- become the victorious person you want to be- discover the truth about God's view of youVictory Over the Darkness spells out practical ways to experience Christian growth based on Christ's promise. Learn to apply the truths of Scripture as a base from which to renew your mind and become the person Christ empowers you to be.Study guide and DVD also available. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What do you pray when times get tough When you're stressed or depressed, when life is overwhelming or disappointing, when you feel like giving up In these challenging times you need to pray with wild hope, says Jackie M. Johnson. With encouraging stories, Scriptures, and prayers, Johnson shows readers how to pray for focus, wisdom, confidence, courage, grace, strength, meaning, and much more. Conveniently structured so that readers can go directly to the chapter that addresses their particular situation, this book will be a lifeline to peace for those who need God's touch. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What if fear is the new brave That's the question that you need answered if you are living afraid. Finding courage begins with fear itself--fear of the Lord. I Choose Brave reveals a countercultural plan to help you where you are--knee-deep in fears of parenting, the future, your marriage, and a world that feels unstable. When you're feeling fearful, the last thing you need is a social-media meme telling you to simply 'power through' your fears. In I Choose Brave, Katie Westenberg digs deep into Scripture and shows that finding the courage to overcome our fears must start with fear of the Lord. Hundreds of passages speak to this foundational truth, yet we have somehow relegated them to antiquity. In sharing her own compelling story of facing her worst fear, Katie serves up theological truth with relatable application. In this book, you will- discover a fresh take on an old truth that displaces fear once and for all- understand why the culture's idea of 'fearlessness' is a farce- access the holy courage you were made forWith this new knowledge comes tremendous freedom. Hidden in the cleft of the Rock, the One truly worthy of our fear, you will begin to understand the only path to real courage. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - MORE THAN 2 MILLION COPIES SOLD ? NOW REVISED AND UPDATEDDiscover Who You Are in Christ!'You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free' (John 8:32 NIV).It's Jesus's promise to you--the promise that you will live triumphantly. But what keeps you from really walking in the joy of the Lord The powers of darkness attack us daily. But, as Dr. Neil Anderson shows in Victory Over the Darkness, you can have the power to conquer them by knowing who you are in Christ. In this book, you will learn how to? realize the power of your identity in Christ? find freedom from the burdens of your past? stand against the spiritual forces of this world? win the battle for your mind? become the victorious person you want to be? discover the truth about God's view of youVictory Over the Darkness spells out practical ways to experience Christian growth based on Christ's promise. Learn to apply the truths of Scripture as a base from which to renew your mind and become the person Christ empowers you to be.Study guide and DVD also available.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A Change of Pace for Your Bible StudyJesus knew the power of stories to touch people's hearts, so he used parables to teach his followers about the kingdom of God. If you want to know God better, the parables are a great place to start. This book provides short studies on every parable in the Bible. You'll learn what God wants us to know from the prodigal son, the good Samaritan, the lost sheep, the talents, the sower, and many more. Each study includes ? a summary of the parable? the Scripture reference where it can be found? information on the historical and cultural setting? key points to each message? questions that open the door to discussion, reflection, or further investigation A wonderful tool for small groups or to add variety to your personal devotions. Let these studies draw you nearer to God as they enhance your understanding of his Word.…

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - You thought you were done raising children. But now, unexpectedly, your child isn't able to raise their own kids, so you step up to fill in the gap. But what comes next Do you have the energy to get the job done Are you equipped in this ever-changing world And will you be able to help your grandchildren draw close to the God you love In Raising Your Grandchildren, you'll discover the practical tools as well as the encouragement you need to find hope in Christ and strength for the journey. With wisdom and compassion, this book focuses on common emotional and spiritual challenges, and along the way readers will hear true stories from other grandparents going down this road themselves. No one expects to be a grandparent raising a grandchild, and it can be a daunting task. But take courage--it can also be a blessing. Let this book be your guide to finding hope and joy in the journey.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Netflix and chill,' 'broccoli,' and LGBTTQQIAAP+. If you don't know what these words and phrases really mean to your teen, you are not alone. The verbal terrain of today's youth can be difficult to navigate, and sometimes requires a guide--a culture translator to help parents of teens decipher the codes and unlock the doors to an ongoing conversation about faith and life.David Eaton and Jeremiah Callihan provide just that in Engaging Your Teen's World, teaching you how to maintain open communication about everything from relationships to technology and media in order to help teens grow in their faith and successfully deal with difficult issues. Eaton and Callihan bring a wealth of frontline experience, sharing a big-picture view of your teen's world and how to interact with it, followed by more specific information on - what your teen is thinking, doing, and watching- conversations about sex, gender, porn, sexting, and drugs- being a missionary to your teen- and much moreDespite the many challenges facing teens and their parents, this frank, insightful, and practical book offers a hopeful view toward the long-term goals of your relationship with your teen and for their relationship with the Lord.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'This is an incredible story!'--Steve HarveyEach of us is living a story--the story of our life. For Sam Collier, his story started with rejection, because when he and his twin sister were born, their biological mother gave them up for adoption. Through the many obstacles and challenges throughout Sam''s life, God would prove to him that in spite of the opposition, he was truly writing a story Sam could never have written in his own strength. In this deeply personal yet remarkably universal book, Sam Collier tells his inspiring story of abandonment, sacrifice, gratitude, and rescue, revealing how God is always doing something bigger and better than we might imagine. That he has a purpose and a plan for every single one of us. That he is always telling his greater story through our trials, our relationships, and our triumphs.If you''re in the middle of a challenging time and long to know that God is working through it, Sam''s story will teach you how to see the big picture, even when there are pieces missing.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When Everything's Fallen Apart, Can She Piece Together the Truth After Savannah Mast's fiancé dumps her a week before their wedding, she flees California for the safety of her Amish grandmother's farm near Nappanee, Indiana, where she used to spend her summers. Savannah intends her stay to be brief, but when an Amish woman goes into labor in the middle of a blizzard and needs Savannah's help, she finds herself unexpectedly entangled in their family's drama. The woman's oldest daughter, Miriam, goes missing and Savannah's childhood friend Tommy Miller is implicated. Jane Berger, the local historian and owner of a nearby quilt shop, tells her a similar tale of another woman's disappearance in the 1800s, inspiring Savannah to do all she can to help with the search for Miriam. But when Tommy's own cousin testifies against him, she isn't sure who she can trust.And when events stir up painful memories of her mother, she must face her own truth: that her engagement isn't the only thing in her life that is broken. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Between alcohol, illegal drugs, prescription drugs, pornography, gambling, and eating disorders, fully 25% of the population of the United States is addicted to something. Those addictions are taking a massive physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial toll on individuals, families, and communities. The problem can feel insurmountable. But there is a solution, at once ancient and supported by the latest in neuroscientific research.With an honest assessment of the facts, yet always reaching out toward hopeful solutions, counselors Chip Dodd and Stephen James explain what addiction really is, how it works, and why it is so damaging to our hearts, souls, minds, and relationships. They then take us beyond mere coping techniques that allow us to function to the real solution--restoring our broken relationship with our Creator so that we can rediscover how to live fully the way we were created to live. Each chapter includes the personal story of a recovering addict, told from the addict's point of view. The authors also include a list of books, organizations, workshops, and treatment centers people can turn to for help along the road to lasting recovery.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It's the intel every agent fears--terrorists have been smuggled into the country, intent on unleashing the most deadly attack since 9/11. With the threat imminent, FBI Agent Kiley Dawson and ICE Agent Evan Bowers are charged with taking down this terrorist cell. The only problem is Kiley blames Evan for the death of her former partner, and she can barely be in a room with him. But with millions of lives on the line, she has no choice.If it wasn't for a bad call Evan made, Kiley's former partner would still be alive, and Evan has to live with that guilt for the rest of his life. When he starts falling for her, the agent's death seems an impossible obstacle--but it's also the last thing he needs to think about. As the terrorist plot targets Kiley's family, the two are pushed to the breaking point in a race to save countless lives. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Does the thought of hosting a dinner send you into spasms of delight or spirals of dismay Do you love opening your home to others Or do you dread even the planning it takes to get a group of friends to arrive at the same restaurant at the same time We each have our own unique hospitality personality. And when you tap into yours, you'll find a lot more blessing with a lot less stressing.With personal assessments, encouraging stories, and plenty of practical ideas, Morgan Tyree shows you how to identify and embrace your hospitality personality so you can stop worrying and start enjoying yourself and your guests. She helps you understand your hospitality habits, hurdles, and hang-ups, then offers real-life solutions that fit you.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In her powerful, prophetic teaching style, bestselling author Jennifer Eivaz helps readers to continually sharpen their gifting in order to minister healing, breakthrough, and a supernatural display of God's glory. Helping those with this unique and powerful anointing, she teaches how to- learn the value of spending time in the secret place with God- distinguish the extraordinary voice of God - grow in knowledge of signs and dreams - avoid pet doctrines, fads, and heresies- understand when to keep a prophetic word, and when to let it goThe world is desperate to hear the voice of God clearly--it is vital that his prophets give true expression to all that is on his heart. Are you prepared to become all God has created you to be.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - There's no denying the clear connection between overuse of devices--smartphones, computers, and video games--and the growing mental health crisis, especially in our children. Too much screen time has a real, measurable effect on kids' brains, self-esteem, emotional development, and social skills. We aren't controlling our devices anymore--they're controlling us.In Disconnected, psychotherapist and parenting expert Thomas Kersting offers a comprehensive look at how devices have altered the way our children grow up, behave, learn, and connect with their families and friends. Based on the latest studies on the connection between screen time and neuroplasticity, as well as the growing research on acquired ADHD and anxiety, Disconnected presents a better way to move forward. Kersting shares indispensable advice for parents on setting boundaries and engaging in concentration and mindfulness exercises.If you want to reclaim your family and reconnect with your kids, this hard-hitting yet hopeful book is the place to start. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Bible Passages You've Always Wondered about--ExplainedWhat should we make of the Bible story about a talking donkey What about the passage in Joshua where the sun and moon stood still Should biblical practices like women wearing head coverings still be followed today The Bible serves as the foundation for all of Christian life, crossing time and transcending cultures, yet many passages are perplexing. Providing fascinating historical and scriptural insights, Eric J. Bargerhuff demystifies forty Bible verses and stories. Ranging from strange accounts, such as bears mauling forty-two boys (2 Kings 2), to hard-to-accept statements, such as Jesus saying we must hate our families in order to be his disciples (Luke 14), you will learn the context of each passage and how it applies to us today. Other fascinating accounts include- The Finger on the Wall- 'Lead Us Not into Temptation'- Jeremiah's Linen Underwear- 'No One Knows the Day or the Hour'- The Battle for Moses' Body- Death at CommunionIn all, this book will help you be more confident about interpreting all of God's Word accurately.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Six years ago, a shocking secret sent Agnes Pratt running in search of a new start. She found it in Penance, a rugged town of miners and lumberjacks in the Dakota Territory, where she became Miss Aggie, respected schoolteacher and confirmed old maid. But the past has a way of catching up with people.When childhood friend and former sweetheart James Harris accepts a position as the town doctor, Aggie's pleasantly predictable days suddenly become anything but. James wants to know why Agnes left behind the life they had dreamed of creating for themselves--but he is the one person who can never know.In the shadows of the Black Hills, can a healing light be shed on the past Or will the secret Agnes can't seem to outrun destroy her chance at happiness Fan-favorite Rachel Fordham brings to life the dusty streets of an 1880s frontier town in this story that affirms where you come from matters far less than where you're going.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - During a long season of sorrow, there were days that Suzanne Eller would whisper to herself, 'Joy is more than a feeling; it is a knowing.' She was learning that to keep joy in her life, she needed to sort out her feelings and what she knew to be true, starting with- What I feel: God is disappointed when I am sad.- What I know: God cares about how I feel.- What I feel: I am not enough.- What I know: God is aware of who I am becoming.Examining six biblical truths in all, this power-packed book will help you see joy and God in a new light. Thirty practical and inspirational daily exercises are also included so you can intentionally practice these truths. If you feel sad or frustrated or angry, you're not doing something wrong. The difference comes when you ground your joy in the Source of lasting peace and learn to be a joykeeper.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Winner of a 2021 Carol AwardThere''s a lot of irony in hitting rock bottomAfter a heartbreak leaves her reeling, January Sanders is open to anything--including moving into a cabin on her aunt''s wedding-venue property and accepting a temporary position at her aunt''s church despite being a lifelong skeptic of faith. Choosing to keep her doubts to herself, she''s determined to give her all to supporting Grace Community''s overworked staff while helping herself move on. What she doesn''t count on is meeting the church''s handsome and charming guitarist. It''s a match set for disaster, and yet January has no ability to stay away, even if it means pretending to have faith in a God she doesn''t believe in.Only this time, keeping her secret isn''t as easy as she thought it would be. Especially when she''s constantly running into her aunt''s landscape architect, who seems to know everything about her past-and-present sins and makes no apologies about pushing her to deal with feelings she''d rather keep buried.Torn between two worlds that can''t coexist, can January find the healing that''s eluded her, or will her resistance to the truth ruin any chance of happiness 'In this touching inspirational from Gray, a faithless woman gets more than she bargained for as she rebounds from a broken heart. . . . Gray''s entertaining tale showcases the power of love and faith in unexpected places.'--Publishers Weekly'Once Jan opens up her heart to God, a family rift starts to mend, and she finds love and a place she belongs. Gray has crafted a sweet story.'--Library Journal'I found this book to be both enjoyable and entertaining. There is quite a bit of well-written humor that is dispersed within the story. The plot is believable, and the characters are realistic. Love and a Little White Lie by Tammy L. Gray is a quick, easy read that would be perfect for reading beside the pool or at the beach. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys sweet romance novels.'--Fresh Fiction.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - For Hudson, the newly titled Viscount Stildon, moving to England from India where he was born and raised was already an arduous enough endeavor. When he learns the fate of the racing empire he inherited along with his title depends upon him getting in the good graces of another stable owner, he's even more at a loss. The stable at the neighboring estate has been Miss Bianca Snowley's refuge for years, and when a strange man appears to be stealing the horses, she jumps to their protection without a second thought. Upon learning Hudson is actually the new owner, she can't help but be intrigued by the area's newest eligible bachelor. Any thought of romance is quickly set aside, however, when Hudson proposes they work together to secure suitable spouses for each other. As their friendship grows, Hudson and Bianca begin to reconsider what they truly want in life. But will societal expectations and the weight of their responsibilities keep them from pursuing their true desires.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - For one journalist, the story of a lifetime is hitting too close to homeSarah Denning is a military journalist with the Army in the Middle East when she is taken hostage. When former Army Ranger Gavin Black is asked by his old unit commander--Sarah's imposing father--to plan an extremely risky rescue, he reluctantly agrees and successfully executes it.Back in the US, Sarah is livid when she's discharged on a false psychiatric evaluation and vows to return to the Army. Until she learns of her brother's suicide. Unable to believe her brother would do such a thing, she puts her plans on hold and enlists Gavin to help her discover the truth. What they uncover may be the biggest story of Sarah's career--if she can survive long enough to write it.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What happens when we push past the surface and allow real, grounded, mutually challenging, and edifying friendships to develop We need only look at the little-known friendship between eminent Christian thinkers Dorothy L. Sayers and C. S. Lewis to find out. Born out of a fan letter that celebrated mystery novelist Sayers wrote to Lewis as his star was just beginning to rise, this friendship between a married woman and a longtime bachelor developed over years of correspondence as the two discovered their mutual admiration of each other's writing, thinking, and faith. In a time when many Christians now aren't even sure that a man and a woman can be 'just friends' and remain faithful, Gina Dalfonzo's engaging treatment of the relationship between two of Christianity's most important modern thinkers and writers will resonate deeply with anyone who longs for authentic, soul-stirring friendships that challenge them to grow intellectually and spiritually. Fans of Lewis and Sayers will find here a fascinating addition to their collections.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Many great father-daughter books highlight the benefits of being an engaged father, cite statistics about the impact fathers have on a daughter's life, and give practical advice about how to foster such relationships. But once the stage has been set, many dads don't know what to say or how to approach conversations with their daughters. Using her decades of experience in counseling young women and coaching fathers, Michelle Watson has created a step-by-step template for having conversations that build a stronger bond through laughter, vulnerability, honesty, and self-disclosure. Let's Talk is filled with dozens of scripted questions that walk fathers through the levels of creating a heart-to-heart connection with their daughters by communicating the right way. Through this easy-to-read guide, dads will learn how to listen and build trust as they move from get-to-know-you chats to deep discussions that dive into their daughters' struggles, hurts, and hopes.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'This inviting text provides a useful framework for Christians to use in approaching what can be difficult conversations around gender identity.'--Publishers WeeklyThis book offers a measured Christian response to the diverse gender identities that are being embraced by an increasing number of adolescents. Mark Yarhouse and Julia Sadusky offer an honest, scientifically informed, compassionate, and nuanced treatment for all readers who care about or work with gender-diverse youth: pastors, church leaders, parents, family members, youth workers, and counselors.Yarhouse and Sadusky help readers distinguish between current mental health concerns, such as gender dysphoria, and the emerging gender identities that some young people turn to for a sense of identity and community. Based on the authors' significant clinical and ministry experience, this book casts a vision for practically engaging and ministering to teens navigating diverse gender-identity concerns. It also equips readers to critically engage gender theory based on a Christian view of sex and gender.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Penelope Hunter loves her job as the events manager at one of Savannah's premier historic venues--until her ex-fiancé walks into her office with his new bride-to-be. To make matters worse, a scheming social matriarch is intent on seeing Penelope fired, especially if she insists on being seen with Tucker Westbrook.Since returning from serving two tours in the Middle East, Tucker has built a thriving security company. His work is nearly as stabilizing as his friendship with Penelope, who has been by his side since childhood. But when the lone candidate for county sheriff goads him, Tucker loses his cool and ends up on the ballot--and on the receiving end of a smear campaign claiming the Westbrooks were traitors to the South.To clear his name, Tucker and Penelope must join forces to find the truth behind a 150-year-old lost treasure. But the more time they spend together, the closer she comes to losing her job--and falling helplessly in love.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This bestselling textbook by leading missionary scholars offers an engaging introduction to the work of missions in the contemporary world. It provides a broad overview of the biblical, theological, and historical foundations for missions. It also considers personal and practical issues involved in becoming a missionary, the process of getting to the mission field, and contemporary challenges a mission worker must face. Sidebars, charts, maps, and numerous case studies are included. This new edition has been updated and revised throughout and features a full-color interior. Additional resources for professors and students are available online through Baker Academic's Textbook eSources.…