Bible English Literature

"This is a book I'll be recommending for years to come." -- Lysa TerKeurst, New York Times bestselling author Do you believe God is just not fair? If you're like Jennifer Rothschild, you wrestle with questions when you experience painful circumstances. Does God care? Does he hear my prayers? Is...

Step into the ancient city of Jerusalem and feel the hope of a promise long-awaited. In "Simeon's Joyful Song," children will meet Simeon, a righteous and devout old man who has held onto a special promise from God: he will not see death until he has seen the Messiah. Journey with him through the bustling, fragrant streets to the holy Temple, where a lifetime of patient waiting culminates in a moment of pure, breathtaking joy. When he finally holds the baby Jesus in his arms, his heart overflows into a beautiful song that still echoes today.

“Returning to Henry Adams, Kansas, is akin to attending a family reunion. The characters are rich, and the kids all have a story to be told.” —Romantic Times “This series is a winner.” —Minneapolis Examiner Bestselling author Beverly Jenkins takes readers back to Henry Adams—a...

This book, "Anna's Thankful Heart: Anna Meets Jesus," tells the beautiful story of Anna, a very old and faithful woman who spent her life waiting and praying in the Temple. Follow Anna's journey as her heart, always full of thanks, finally witnesses the most incredible moment: the arrival of baby Jesus. Discover how Anna's deep gratitude and unwavering hope lead her to share the best news ever, inspiring young listeners to find joy and thankfulness in every part of their lives.

Step into the dazzling, ancient kingdom of Persia, where a young Jewish orphan named Esther is chosen to be the new queen! Her life becomes a whirlwind of shimmering silks, fragrant palace gardens, and grand feasts. But a dark shadow falls over the kingdom when the king's most prideful advisor, the wicked Haman, plots to destroy Esther’s people. Esther holds a secret that could save them all, but telling it means risking her own life. To approach the king without being summoned is a crime punishable by death. Will she find the courage to step out in faith?

Artist and screenwriter Brian Godawa used to revel in his ability to argue the truth of the gospel, often crushing his opponents in the process. In time, however, he began to realize that winning an argument about the logic of Christianity did not equal persuading people to follow Jesus. What was missing?

From the author of the acclaimed and provocative novels Fallen and The Preservationist comes a tale about a man who believes he is touched by the hand of God then instructed by that God to slaughter his enemies. It is the story of "this worldly existence of men and brutes, desire and unkindness" and of the woman, Dalila, at the center of it all.

One of the most popular stories ever written, this allegory tells of Christian, an everyman character, who makes his way from the "City of Destruction" to the "Celestial City" of Zion. Christian finds himself weighed down by a great burden he carries from reading a book (obviously the Bible). This burden, which could cause him to sink into hell (Tophet), is Christian's acute, immediate concern, and impels him to a crisis: what to do for deliverance.

When Makeda ascends the throne of Sheba, she inherits more than a crown—she inherits the weight of judgment, justice, and a people hungry for her guidance. Rumors soon reach her court of Solomon, king of Israel, whose wisdom is said to rival the ancients and whose riches dazzle the world. Determined to see if the tales are true—and to strengthen her own reign—Makeda embarks on a daring journey across the desert.

You can be defeated by life's unavoidable disappointments, or you can become stronger because of them. Life's disappointments can send you on a dangerous downward spiral into discouragement, depression, or even despair. But in this eye-opening book, Kay Arthur guides you to biblical truths that will help you break that cycle and instead embrace disappointment as the cleansing fire God uses to make you - As Silver Refined - a reflection of his goodness.

"Listen to Your Parents: A Recipe for a Good Life" invites young listeners on a delicious journey through the Bible, discovering that the most important ingredient has always been to listen. This collection of twenty beloved stories is brought to life like never before, filled with the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of ancient times.

Twenty years ago, Jerry Sittser lost his daughter, wife, and mother in a car accident. He chronicled that tragic experience in A Grace Disguised, a book that has become a classic on the topic of grief and loss. Now he asks: How do we live meaningfully, even fruitfully, in this world and at the...

Corruption. Greed. Lust. Sins undercover Galactic Vice Detective Etch Knowles faces every day. Politicians on the take. Underground gambling. Sex trafficking. Another day at the office for Galactic Vice Lieutenant Angie McDade. Shaking down hustlers. Offering "protection" to bar owners. Cheating at tile games. Galactic Vice Detective Kalaka doesn't exactly play by the rules. A cargo barge filled with corpses. A potential war between crime syndicates. Traitors within the Galactic Vice. These are the nightmares the three must face.

On the edge of a far frontier rests a place of gentle manners and common civility - Last Chance. Threats of war change all of that. A hero is needed. A savior. Meet Aaron Turner, the small unassuming man who runs the Last Chance General Store. He may not be all that they hoped for.

The Yellowstone supervolcano has begun to erupt, sending North America into chaos and the rest of the world into a panic. People are dangerous and desperate, knowing this will plunge the continent, and the world, into perpetual winter.

The exciting sequel to Dead Mech is a hell ride through Europe, Asia, and beyond as American ghost Heather Walton must save her family, her friends, and an all-important cargo. The world has survived the North American zombie apocalypse. But Americans struggle to maintain their place in a world where the powers-that-be no longer want them. They will stop at nothing to put an end to their standing and their very existence!

Just as the title implies, this book reveals how you have been deceived on a MASSIVE scale that scripture actually prophesied (Rev 12:9, 20:7-8), we have researched the numerous " prophetic understandings" being widely taught, and they are wrong. This, seven years later, when I began learning, still astonishes me. That is the mythbusting aspect of the book or 1st argument presented, the 2nd argument is the replacement offered. So, even if you disagree with the replacement, that is only the second argument and you are still freed from the myth!

From tending his father’s sheep to ruling as king over all Israel, David’s story is one of deep devotion. He was a man who poured out his heart to God and trusted Him against impossible odds. This rhyming story brings David’s most memorable moments to life: protecting his flock from lions and bears, singing and playing his harp to God, and facing the giant Goliath with only a sling and five smooth stones. Yet David’s true strength wasn’t in his hands—it was in his heart. And when he made mistakes, God’s forgiveness made his sins “white as snow.”

The audiobook 104 Fantastic Children's Sermons is an excellent resource for youth leaders, pastors, and parents. The sermons were written by longtime pastor and novelist Joe C. Ellis. This book would also work well for homeschooling Bible lessons or bedtime listening for parents who want their children to hear scripture-based stories on a regular basis.

When Joshua prays on Christmas Eve, he doesn't expect to wake up in the palace of an angry king. With the help of a new friend, Joshua and Hannah uncover Herod's plot to find and destroy the saviour of the world. Can Joshua and Hannah get to Jesus in time to save the babies of Bethlehem? And will their faith be strong enough to carry them through?