If God is good: faith in the midst of suffering and evil.

Author: Alcorn, Randy
2009 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   230   ALC    
Summary: What if suffering is God's invitation to trust him? Through compelling stories, provocative questions and answers, and keen biblical understanding, Alcorn brings assurance and hope to all.
Publisher: Multnomah Books
Subjects:   SUFFERING\FAITH
(Added: 8/29/2015)
   
 

I believe in Jesus too.

Author: Nielsen, Mark S.
2012 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   248   NIE  
Summary: Children all around the world worship Jesus.
Publisher: Deseret Book Co.
Subjects:   FAITH\CHILDREN
(Added: 8/29/2015)
Note: Illustrated by Craig Stapley.    
 

Welcoming 101: an online course.

Author: United Methodist Church,
2010 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   254   UNI  
Summary: Will prepare you to lead local churches in establishing and maintaining a dynamic ministry of welcoming and radical hospitality.
Publisher: United Methodist Communications
Subjects:   CHURCH RENEWAL\CHURCH ADMINISTRATION
(Added: 8/29/2015)
Note: Student 3-ring binder, Intended for use with the online course.    
 

Slave: the hidden truth about your identity in Christ.

Author: MacArthur, John
2010 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   248   MAC    
Summary: Jesus frees us from bondage into a royal slavery that we might be his possession. Those who would be his children must, paradoxically, be willing to be his slaves.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Subjects:   JESUS CHRIST\CHRISTIAN LIFE
(Added: 8/29/2015)
   
 

Unbroken: the story behind the film: legacy of faith edition.

Author: Pureflix,
2015 / DVD / Adults
Location: Main Library   DVD   BIO   ZAM  
Summary: Four segments including (1) Coming Full Circle: Louie's Exclusive CBN Interview; (2) Faith Lesson: Louie discussing the faith that sustained him; (3) Captured by Grace: The Billy Graham Evangelical Assn. and Louie give an inspirational message; and (4) Louie & Laurie: Pastor Greg Laurie interviews Louie Zamperini.
Publisher: Pureflix
Subjects:   WAR\EVANGELISM
(Added: 8/7/2015)
Note: Run time: 90 minutes.    
 

A woman after God's own heart: growth and study guide.

Author: George, Elizabeth
2001 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   646   GEO  
Summary: Will help you take the inspiring scriptural insights found in "A Woman After God's Own Heart" and apply them to your own season of life. With a quiet time calendar, practical exercises, and thought-provoking discussion questions, will take you to a deeper level.
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
Subjects:   WOMEN\SPIRITUAL LIFE\PERSONAL GROWTH
(Added: 8/7/2015)
Note: Library also has book in 646 GEO.    
 

Finding our way again: the return of the ancient practices.

Author: McLaren, Brian
2008 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   248.4   MCL    
Summary: A growing number of Christians are turning to early spiritual practices as a means of tending their souls. For centuries, believers have eagerly submitted to disciplines such as fixed-hour prayer, fasting, sacred meals, observing the Sabbath, or pilgrimage to create an everyday sacredness, a spiritual rhythm for living.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Subjects: The Ancient Practices series   SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES
(Added: 8/7/2015)
   
 

The challenge of the disciplined life: Christian reflections on money, sex, and power.

Author: Foster, Richard J.
1985 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   170   FOS    
Summary: Explores the three great ethical themes crucial to people of faith living faithfully.
Publisher: Harper San Francisco
Subjects:   SPIRITUAL LIFE\ETHICS
(Added: 8/7/2015)
Note: Previously published with title: "Money, Sex, and Power."    
 

Heaven: what's it like? How do we get there?

Author: Elkins, Stephen
2014 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   248.8   ELK  
Summary: A beginner's book for helping children discover the beauty and blessing of heaven while gaining inspiration for living their earthly lives in a way that is pleasing to God.
Publisher: Tyndale Kids/Tyndale House Publishers
Subjects: First Steps series   HEAVEN\EVANGELISM\CHRISTIAN LIFE
(Added: 8/6/2015)
Note: Illustrated by Kirsteen Harris-Jones.    
 

Little boys Bible storybook for mothers and sons.

Author: Larsen, Carolyn
2014 / Book / Junior
Location: Main Library   J   220   LAR  
Summary: Curl up with your little boy and share God's story. Encourages quality quiet time with mom and instills in boys a love for the Bible at a young age. Each story ends with a brief reflection and a Bible verse to memorize that helps little boys apply each lesson.
Publisher: Baker Books/Baker Publishing Co.
Subjects:   BIBLE - STORIES
(Added: 8/6/2015)
   
 

Simple joys of the Amish life.

Author: Clark, Mindy Starns
2011 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   280   CLA  
Summary: Intriguing insights and delicious recipes pair with beautiful paintings depicting the grace and simplicity of Amish living.
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
Subjects:   AMISH\COOKING\DENOMINATIONS
(Added: 8/6/2015)
   
 

Extreme Bible facts: incredible, outrageous, surprising, wild but true.

Author: Veerman, Dave
2011 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   220   VEE  
Summary: Packed with Bible stories, facts, figures and outrageous information. Topics such as Bible Beasts, Kooky Kings, Puzzles and Riddles, Creepy Places, Dastardly Villains, Ballistic Battles and more.
Publisher: Worthy Publishing
Subjects:   BIBLE - STORIES\BIBLE - STUDY
(Added: 8/6/2015)
   
 

All creatures great and small.

Author: Stoop, Naoko, illustrator
2012 / Book / Junior
Location: Main Library   J   780   STO  
Summary: Colorfully illustrated words to a popular children's song about God's creation.
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Co.
Subjects:   MUSIC\NATURE
(Added: 8/6/2015)
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Tower of Babel and the Day of Pentecost.

Author: Superbook,
2015 / DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   220   SUP
Summary: Chris, Joy and Gizmo can't understand their new friend who speaks a different language. Then Superbook takes them to an ancient city where people are building a great tower to their own glory. Discover how God stops them, and then brings people together for His glory many years later, on the Day of Pentecost.
Publisher: Christian Broadcasting Network
Subjects: Superbook, episode 30.   BIBLE - OLD TESTAMENT\BIBLE - NEW TESTAMENT
(Added: 8/6/2015)
Note: Run time: 27 minutes. Includes family discussion guide.    
 

NIV adventure Bible.

Author: Bible,
2013 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   220   BIB  
Summary: In addition to the full text of the Bible in the New International Version, includes articles and illustrations describing life in ancient days, great verses to memorize, interesting facts, close-up looks at people in the Bible, and hands-on activities for ages 9-12.
Publisher: Zonderkidz
Subjects:   BIBLE - VERSIONS\CHILDREN
(Added: 8/6/2015)
Note: Associated web site: www.AdventureBible.com    
 

Little girls Bible storybook for mothers and daughters.

Author: Larsen, Carolyn
2014 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   220   LAR  
Summary: 46 stories, imaginatively told from the perspective of the women who lived each experience. Encourages quiet time with mom and instills in girls a love for the Bible at a young age. Each story ends with a brief reflection and a Bible verse to remember that helps little girls apply each lesson.
Publisher: Baker Books/Baker Publishing Co.
Subjects:   BIBLE - STORIES
(Added: 8/6/2015)
   
 

Book of days. . . living the new rebellion.

Author: Daley, Jerome
2006 / Book / Young Adult
Location: Main Library   242   DAL    
Summary: 365 ways to ignite your passion for God and supercharge your life. Rebel against the status quo and join Christ in his radical Kingdom revolution of love.
Publisher: Nelson Books
Subjects: The New Rebellion Series   DEVOTIONAL CALENDAR
(Added: 7/4/2015)
Note: Editors: Lila Empson and Bryan Norman. ONE YEAR CHECKOUT.    
 

The pursuit of holiness.

Author: Bridges, Jerry
1978 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   248.4   BRI    
Summary: Christians fail to understand their own responsibility for holiness. If we sin, it is because we choose to sin. We are not defeated; we are simply disobedient. But we don't have to give up, or compromise. Bridges gives practical guidelines as well as a challenge to obey God's call.
Publisher: NavPress
Subjects:   SPIRITUAL LIFE\CHRISTIAN LIFE
(Added: 7/4/2015)
   
 

The pursuit of God.

Author: Tozer, A.W.
1982 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   240   TOZ    
Summary: Discover spiritual realities both delightful and wonderful as you follow hard after God. Topics covered include the blessedness of possessing nothing, the gaze of the soul, meekness and rest, and the sacrament of living.
Publisher: Christian Publications, Inc.
Subjects:   CHRISTIAN LIFE\SPIRITUAL LIFE\GOD
(Added: 7/4/2015)
   
 

Joni.

Author: Tada, Joni Eareckson
1979 / DVD / Young Adult
Location: Main Library   DVD   BIO   TAD  
Summary: She was just 17 when it happened. A diving accident left her paralyzed. The months that followed were filled with great physical, emotional, and spiritual struggles, as well as a growing faith in the wisdom and certain blessings of a loving heavenly Father.
Publisher: World Wide Pictures
Subjects:   DISABILITIES\SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 7/4/2015)
Notes: Run time: 110 minutes. Rated: PG Includes bonus materials.