First Religion

Rev. Dr. Stephen De Young, creator of the popular The Whole Counsel of God blog and podcast, traces the lineage of Orthodox Christianity back to the faith and witness of the apostles, which was rooted in a first-century Jewish worldview. The Religion of the Apostles presents the Orthodox Christian Church of today as a continuation of the religious life of the apostles, which in turn was a continuation of the life of the people of God since the beginning of creation.

May 1565. Suleiman the Magnificent, emperor of the Ottomans, has declared a jihad against the Knights of Saint John the Baptist. The largest armada of all time approaches the Knights' Christian stronghold on the island of Malta. The Turks know the Knights as the "The Hounds of Hell." The Knights...

Discover "The Didache: The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles", one of the most significant writings from early Christianity, offering valuable insights into the beliefs, worship, and daily practices of the earliest Christian communities. In sixteen concise chapters, the "Didache" explores Christian ethics, baptism, prayer, the Eucharist, church leadership, and the hope of Christ's return. Its central teaching contrasts the Way of Life with the Way of Death, encouraging believers to practice love, generosity, humility, and integrity in their daily lives.

Are you ready to embark on a journey through time, explore the foundations of faith, and uncover the history that shapes our beliefs today? Look no further than 1st and 2nd Chronicles, the ultimate gateway to understanding the epic story of Israel and Judah, their triumphs, trials, and the enduring power of their legacy. You will encounter the heroic reign of King David, the wisdom of Solomon, and the heartfelt prayers and reforms of King Hezekiah and Josiah.

Now what? Now that you are a Christian, it becomes a most important question: What kind of a Christian are you going to be? Are you going to be one modeled after people’s opinions, or will you follow after the Bible standard? Will you be a Christian, as defined by scripture? This helpful audiobook provides practical, biblical guidance and encouragement for new Christians.

The path of every man toward God and his relationship with Him is unique. However, because we all share the same human nature, there are certain stages and characteristics common to our spiritual journey.

Introduce your child to the power of dua with this engaging and educational Islamic audiobook for kids. Designed for children ages 6–10, this immersive listening experience teaches essential Quranic duas in a simple, meaningful, and easy-to-understand way—helping young listeners build a strong connection with Allah through daily supplication.

Inspire your child's love for Prophet Muhammad with this engaging and educational Islamic audiobook for kids. Designed for children ages 8–12, this immersive listening experience brings the life of the Prophet to life through clear narration, simple storytelling, and meaningful lessons that are easy to understand and remember. Children will journey through the Seerah—from the Prophet's blessed birth to his final sermon—while learning about key events such as the first revelation, the migration to Madinah, and the peaceful return to Makkah.

Introduce your child to Hadith, Islamic values, and good manners with this engaging Islamic audiobook for kids. Designed for children ages 6–10, this immersive listening experience brings the teachings of Prophet Muhammad to life through clear narration, simple explanations, and practical lessons children can apply in their daily lives.

First Principles and First Values is the tip of the spear in the fight for a humane future. Establishing frameworks for a new school of thought called CosmoErotic Humanism, the book is built around forty-two propositions that provide new source code for the future of planetary culture.

In this book, Justin Martyr boldly defends the Christian faith before the Roman government. He addresses the core beliefs of the early church and refutes the lies spread abroad about them. A truly inspirational piece of literature that should not disappoint the hungry soul looking for pure doctrine and teaching. He truly was a man of God that held great understanding of godly virtue and wisdom. May you be abundantly blessed as you partake in this book!

Only man bears His Image. History's Original Tragedy—The First Deception—began with Eve's neglect of this truth. By her willingness to engage in dialogue with a "Nonhuman Intelligence" (a fallen angel feigning benevolence and assuming the disguise of an incarnate rational creature), the Fall of Man was precipitated. Today, the Last Deception is arising in the same manner.

Jesus' treatment of women was revolutionary. That's why they flocked to him. Wherever he went, they sought him out. Women sat at his feet and tugged at his robes. They came to him for healing, for forgiveness, and for answers. In Jesus through the Eyes of Women, Rebecca McLaughlin explores the life-changing accounts of women who met the Lord. By entering the stories of the named and unnamed women in the Gospels, this book gives listeners a unique lens to see Jesus as these women did and marvel at how he loved them in return.

Book 1 in the 5-book Christian fiction series that has sold over 1.5 million copies A story of hope, healing, and God’s divine leading—even in the face of impossible circumstances, from Karen Kingsbury, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of “heart-tugging and emotional” (Romantic...

From the New York Times bestselling author of Miquoting Jesus comes the “marvelous” (Reza Aslan, bestselling author of Zealot) story of how Christianity became the dominant religion in the West. How did a religion whose first believers were twenty or so illiterate day laborers in a remote...

A delectable variety of real paranormal tales you are sure to binge... First responders are those that aid us in our time of need. But have you ever wondered that some of their calls may not be classified as "typical"? Ever wondered what happens when you mix ghosts with dispatchers? How about accident sites? I know I have. That is why this book came to be. After interviewing multiple types of first responders, from 911 operators to police to firemen, you will hear the experiences they cannot quite explain as anything less than "ghostly".

To make Indian mythology interesting for kids, this unique book, The Mahabharata: My First Mythology Tale, has been specially written in simple language. One of the great epics, Mahabharata was compiled by Ved Vyasa. It narrates the story of the struggle and fate of two groups of cousins - Pandavas and Kauravas - during the Kurukshetra War.

From the creative minds of the scholarly group behind the groundbreaking Jesus Seminar comes this provocative and eye-opening look at the roots of Christianity that offers a thoughtful reconsideration of the first two centuries of the Jesus movement, transforming our understanding of the...

The first Christians were weird. Just how weird is often lost on today's believers. Within Roman society, the earliest Christians stood out for the oddness of their beliefs and practices. They believed unusual things, worshiped God in strange ways, and lived a unique lifestyle. They practiced a whole new way of thinking about and doing religion that would have been seen as bizarre and dangerous when compared to Roman religion and most other religions of the ancient world.

The ever-popular and prolific Peter Kreeft says that the most important question he has written about is how one becomes holy, or, to put it another way, how one becomes a saint. This question is central to all the great religions, as Kreeft demonstrates, for striving toward holiness, moving toward perfect love, is the whole purpose of life.