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Lyrics for Life Timeless Wall Art Collection Draw attention to the uplifting messages of your favorite worship songs with eye-catching graphic art for your home or office.

A | Jesus Messiah 12"x12" | $24.99 C | Revelation 5½"x5½" | $12.99

B | Amazing Grace 5½"x5½" | $12.99

Christian Art Gift Collection | Brighten a loved-one’s heart with vibrant gifts that proclaim God as the source of our joy and our strength.

A | Wirebound Notebook | $4.99 C | Wirebound Journal | $12.99

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for expectant moms A Blessing On The Way

The Confident Mom

Sue Christian & Meg Christian

Joyce Meyer

Expectant mothers will find spiritual nourishment for each day of pregnancy with inspirational quotes and Scripture passages in this life-giving devotional.

Soft cover $14.99

Become the joyful, confident mother God created you to be with Bible-based wisdom, inspiring stories and encouragement from bestselling author Joyce Meyer.

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No More Perfect ...

You'll see your imperfect life through new eyes and gain a deeper appreciation for yourself and your kids when you exchange your vision of perfection for God's beautiful grace.

The Message SOLO Women’s Devotional Eugene H. Peterson

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Give busy moms a daily quiet moment with contemplative devotions based on Scripture passages, and a journaling space for reflecting on God’s word.

No More Perfect Moms Jill Savage | Soft cover $13.99

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No More Perfect Kids Jill Savage & Kathy Koch, PhD. Soft cover $13.99

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A | Becoming Myself Stasi Eldredge

with purchase of ''Becoming Myself!''

Stasi Eldredge empathizes with the struggle of selfworth, and invites women to explore their true identity in Christ and be truly transformed.

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NEW You Can Begin Again Joyce Meyer

If you’re stuck in a rut, don’t give up on yourself, or the God who loves you. It’s never too late for a new beginning.

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Reclaim Your Soul Cindy Trimm

Break free from damaging habits and relationships, and unlock your personal power to achieve success and claim your destiny every day.

Soft cover $16.99

Blue Bird Collection | Whimsical bluebirds and floral patterns adorn fun, feminine gifts and accessories that will remind you of God’s blessings of faith, hope and love.

A | Mug 14 oz. | $11.99 B | Frame for 4"x6" Photo | $19.99 C | Wall Plaque | $15.99

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NEW Heart Wide Open Shellie Rushing Tomlinson

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NEW Spoken For

Tired of spiritual to-do lists, but eager to love God more? Shellie Tomlinson offers encouragement to help you joyfully revitalize your relationship with God.

Robin Jones Gunn and Alyssa Joy Bethke

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Do you know what God thinks of you? His love letter to you makes it clear: You are loved, wanted, and deeply valued.

enjoy healthy eating for life Roasted Rosemary Potatoes*

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10-12 small redskin potatoes, cut in half ½ cup diced sweet onion 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar ¼ teaspoon Kosher or sea salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

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1. Preheat oven to 400.° 2. In a large bowl, toss all ingredients except the parsley until potatoes are lightly coated with olive oil mix.

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NEW The Daniel Plan Cookbook Rick Warren, D. MIN., Daniel Amen, M.D. & Mark Hyman, M.D.

Transform your health from the inside out with more than 100 simple recipes from The Daniel Plan Cookbook to help you create flavorful and healthy meals for your family. | Hard cover $29.99 The Daniel Plan | Rick Warren, D. MIN., Daniel Amen, M.D. & Mark Hyman, M.D. | Hard cover $24.99 SALE $14.97

*Taken from page 211 of The Daniel Plan Cookbook

Stained Glass Cross Measuring Spoons Add a pinch of flavor, flair and faith to a favorite cook's kitchen with elegant zinc measuring spoons that make every meal one made with love. | $19.99 Thanks for shopping local.

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16"x20." | $29.99

B,C | Wall Art | Rustic décor that offers tranquil images printed on burlap. 22”x18” each. | Heaven (B) or Trust God (C) $39.99 each

Scripture Frames Honor the legacy of your loved ones in a strikingly elegant charcoal-colored frame with pewter accents. Holds 4"x6" photo. $16.99 each

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Heaven is for Real & Prince of Peace Gift Set

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Be inspired by the image of Jesus Akiane Kramarik painted when she was only eight years old. Gift set includes a frame-able greeting card, calendar/planner, pocket card, and rubber wristband. | $9.99

Todd Burpo with Lynn Vincent

An amazing true story of a young boy who emerges from life-saving surgery with stories of heaven, the people he met there and the battle to come. | Soft cover $16.99 read an

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Heaven is for Real T-Shirts Tell the world that Heaven is for real! 100% Cotton. Imported.

Printed in the USA.

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A Travel Guide to Heaven for Kids

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Learn what Heaven is like

Anthony DeStefano

When kids set off on this fun-filled adventure to heaven with Joey and his guardian angel, they will discover answers to their questions about the beautiful place God has prepared for us.

Hard cover $14.99

Heaven Randy Alcorn

Discover thoroughly researched Biblical answers to the age-old question, ‘What is heaven like?’ and be inspired to long for heaven while living on earth.

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gifts for newlyweds

Joined Together in Love Gift Collection As you begin life with your perfect match, laserengraved accessories with a delicate heart design are an elegant reminder of a home filled with love.

A | Silver Metal Cross 10" Tall | $18.99 B | Photo Frame Holds 4”x6” | $19.99 C | Silver Metal Plaque 5”x5” | $14.99

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Books for Couples…

Uncommon Marriage Tony & Lauren Dungy with Nathan Whitaker

Learn the marriage secrets that hold the Dungys together through highs and lows. Their encouragement and advice will help equip your marriage to survive and flourish.

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New York Times #1-Bestselling authors, Drs. Les & Leslie Parrott explore seven factors that can increase happiness in your marriage, such as gratitude, affirmation, and more.

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NFL All-Pro, Tim Brown discusses the principles that helped him become one of the most respected men in the sports world. | Hard cover $22.99

NEW Dad Time | Max Lucado Encourage Dad with the timeless stories and heartfelt quotes in this book on fatherhood compiled from Max Lucado’s books.

Hard cover $12.99

NEW Man Stuff | Josh Turner Country star, family man, and strong Christian, Josh Turner, offers spiritual encouragement and advice for men and dads. | Hard cover $16.99 8 WEDDING/DAD’S GIFTS

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NEW Smart Money Smart Kids Dave Ramsey & Rachel Cruze

Dave Ramsey, bestselling author of The Total Money Makeover, and daughter Rachel Cruz present a nononsense, common sense approach for raising moneysmart kids in a debt-filled world.

Parenting expert and family counselor Dr. James Dobson offers practical, thoughtful guides to answer important questions about parenting and discipline.

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Inspiration for Homeschoolers!

AVAILABLE MAY 6 NEW The Brainy Bunch Kip and Mona Lisa Harding

Soft cover $15.99 SALE $9.97

The Hardings reveal the mix of dedication, love and hard work behind raising ten extraordinary kids, including six who reached college by age twelve.

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we're magnets!

Puzzle Magnets Add a splash of color and an inspiring message to your desk, locker, cubicle and more with these small, fun, wooden magnets. Made in the USA. 3½"x3½" each. | $3.99 each Thanks for shopping local.

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by Callie Grant Spend precious moments with your children, discovering God’s love and nurturing your faith as a family with the spiritual messages in these children’s books by Callie Grant.

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Lift-the-Flap Board Books Michelle Medlock Adams

Simple rhymes, cheerful artwork, and interactive flaps delight parents and children alike as they play together and discover the Biblical promises of God. God Knows You and God Loves You also available. $8.99 each

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GoBible Ani-Mates Ani-Mate’s mouth moves when he talks! Kids will love pressing his paw to play over 35 preloaded Bible stories and songs. These 10” soft plush loveys also include an ear-phone jack, volume-control, and three AAA batteries.

More tech-savvy features: •Access special apps for a complete audio/ visual experience by plugging Ani-Mate into a smartphone*

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•Listen to a distant or traveling relative talk while Ani-Mate’s mouth moves using the speakerphone option* •Record a 20-second message that will play every time your child turns Ani-Mate on.

Bear or Puppy $49.95 each *Apps and speakerphone features available on Apple devices (iOS 6 or higher) and Android phones.

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Bible Kidventures Kids will get wrapped up in the Word with action-packed books that follow fictional kids through real events in the Bible.

A | New Testament Stories | Soft cover $14.99 B | Old Testament Stories | Soft cover $14.99

NEW Iesodo: Faith

Veggies in Space

Iesodo, (YAY-Sa-Doe) a wise dove whose name means “The Way of Jesus,” sets off for another adventure filled with lessons for kids about the importance of faith.

Boldly go where no Veggie has gone before, and learn an important truth: “If you View Video Online have enough to spare, you have enough to share!”

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One for Mom, One for Daughter

Give your daughter godly guidance for all the ups and downs of her tween years ­— from building true friendships to interacting with and understanding boys, and more.

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B | Talking with Your Daughter About Best Friends and Mean Girls | Dannah Gresh Soft cover $12.99

C | A Girl's Guide to Understanding Boys Dannah Gresh & Suzy Weibel | Soft cover $10.99

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D | Talking with Your Daughter About Understanding Boys | Bob & Dannah Gresh Soft cover $12.99

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provide light for the darkness God Girl and God Guy Bibles, ESV Now available in ESV – specifically designed with special features and devotionals to help young teens apply Scripture to the real issues and decisions of daily life.

Also available in TruTone purple or brown.

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NEW Smart Girl's Guide to God, Guys, and the Galaxy

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NEW Guy's Guide to God, Girls, and the Phone in Your Pocket Jonathan McKee

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Reach teens in their world with lighthearted, Biblically founded advice for making their way through the ups and downs of life – and faith – with confidence.

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Books for Young Women

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Inspirational T-Shirts | Share your love for Christ with a fun, faith-proclaiming t-shirt.

100% Cotton. Imported.

A | Anchor Blue | $18.99 SALE $15.99 B | Peace Love & Jesus Tropical Blue | $18.99 SALE $15.99 Not of this World T-Shirts | Proclaim the Gospel in style with these 100% Cotton t-shirts. Imported.

C | I Believe Junior's Peach | $19.99 D | Into Light Men's Black | $19.99

Navigate the questions and struggles unique to a woman’s heart, with Biblicallybased advice from Elizabeth George.

Soft cover $11.99 SALE $9.97

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gifts for a grad’s journey NIV Thinline Bibles

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God's Answers for the Graduate: Class of 2014, NKJV | Teal or Brown

Leathersoft Hard cover $14.99

NIV Thinline Bible Send God’s Word into the next stage of a graduate’s life with a portable Thinline NIV Bible. These imprintable Bibles are available in several colors.

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Personalize it with their name!

Leather-Look $24.99 each

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How to Stay Christian in College J. Budziszewski

Padded Hard cover $15.99

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God's Promises for Graduates: Class of 2014 Black NIV, Blue or Pink NKJV Leather Hard cover $14.99

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Growing Up Duggar

Echoes of an Angel

Jana, Jill, Jessa, and Jinger Duggar

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The four eldest Duggar girls give you a personal look into their relationships, faith and what it’s like to grow up in America’s favorite mega-sized family.

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Born without arms or legs, Nick Vujicic knows what it’s like to be different, and to be bullied—and rise above it.

Aquanetta Gordon with Chris Macias

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Psalm 34:8

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NEW Rich in Love Irene Garcia with Lissa Halls Johnson

NEW Lost & Found Sarah Jakes

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"Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him!"

New memoir from the daughter of T.D Jakes!

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The remarkable story of a boy who learned to use echo-location after losing his eyes, and a family’s unshakable faith in God and each other.

Sarah’s experiences as a teenage mother, and the ultimate revelation of her life’s purpose, is a hopeful reminder of God’s unwavering faithfulness.

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In the darkness of their despair, God flooded the Garcias with His mercy, healing their marriage and using them to bring hope to dozens of children.

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Duck Dynasty:

"Television is what we do; faith is who we are." ~The Robertson Wives

Life... Love...

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NEW The Women of Duck Commander Kay, Korie, Missy, Jessica, and Lisa Robertson with Beth Clark

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Kids will look forward to a laugh-outloud storytime with whimsical, rhyming text, engaging illustrations, and the characteristic humor of your favorite Robertson family members.

NEW Everything's Better with a Beard Si, Willie, Phil, Jase, Jep and Alan Robertson Hard cover $14.99

The Duck Commander Devotional Fans of Duck Dynasty will look forward to daily devotionals with motivational messages, Scripture, and prayers delivered with the Robertson family’s trademark wit and humor.

Tan or Pink LeatherTouch Edition $22.99 each

RELEASING MAY 6 NEW Good Call Jase Roberton with Mark Schlabach

With characteristic dry humor and brotherly rivalry, Jase Robertson opens up about his personal life, childhood with a drunken father, and how he came to faith.

Hard cover $25.99

NEW D is for Duck Calls Miss Kay Robertson | Hard cover $14.99 We’re locally owned and operated.

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Ann Voskamp

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B | Jesus Today | Sarah Young Deluxe Navy Leathersoft $19.99

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C | The Jesus Storybook Bible | Sally Lloyd-Jones

Caramel Leather-look $27.99

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D | The Berenstain Bears Storybook Bible Jan & Mike Berenstain

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F | NIV Study Bible, Personal Size | Tan/Blue Leather-look $69.99 SALE $41.97 G | The Modern Life Study Bible, NKJV Hard cover $49.99 SALE $29.97 H | NIV Woman's Study Bible, Full Size | Auburn Leathersoft $74.99 SALE $44.97 I | NIV Busy Mom's Bible

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Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend | Soft cover $14.99 SALE $5.00

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C | Get Out of That Pit Beth Moore | Soft cover $16.99 SALE $5.00

D | Captivating, Revised | John & Stasi Eldredge | Soft cover $16.99 SALE $5.00

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F | Nearing Home Billy Graham | Soft cover $15.99 SALE $5.00

G | Let Hope In Pete Wilson | Soft cover $15.99 SALE $5.00

H | Wild At Heart, Revised | John Eldredge Soft cover $16.99 SALE $5.00

8 Day Sale runs Sat, May 3– Sat, May 10 I | God's Little Princess Bedtime Devotional Sheila Walsh | Hard cover $14.99 SALE $8.00

8 titles at $8 for 8 Days!

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J | The Story For Little Ones | Hard cover $17.99 SALE $8.00 K | The Purpose Driven Life | Rick Warren | Soft cover $15.99 SALE $8.00 L | Grace | Max Lucado Soft cover $16.99 SALE $8.00 M | NEW Take This Cup

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O | Streams in the Desert | L.B. Cowman Hard cover $14.99

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P | NEW God's Promises for Women, NIV | Hard cover $14.99 SALE $8.00 Thanks for shopping local.

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Chronological Life Application Study Bibles

Teen Life Application Study Bible, Compact NLT

Experience God’s story in the order it happened with thousands of life-application notes and stunning full-color imagery in the NLT or KJV. Other styles available.

The only teen Bible based on today’s #1-selling study Bible.

Packed with features designed to meet the challenges and needs of today’s high school students.

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Life Application Study Bibles Go deeper with God’s Word and learn how to apply Scripture in everyday circumstances with this unique study Bible, containing nearly 10,000 Life Application notes and features from top scholars.

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Remember, Mother’s Day is coming up!

The Message Large Print Bible The Message Bible now has an eye-catching deluxe Leather-Look cover, with large print and contemporary language that has changed the way many take in God’s word.

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NEW The Study Bible for Women, HCSB Enrich your study of Scripture with commentary, articles on Biblical womanhood, and other features specially written and designed to speak to a woman’s heart. Other styles available.

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The Jeremiah Study Bible, NKJV

GoBible Pathfinder

Deepen your study of Scripture with a Bible that includes detailed notes and commentary from Dr. David Jeremiah, one of the most respected Bible teachers in America.

Give someone a different audio verse from the Bible — every day of the year! Pathfinder also announces the date and time, has a flashlight and a 20-second voice record function. Wood look also available.

Purple/Gray LeatherLuxe $74.99

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CEB Common English Bible Compact

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Women's Sanctuary Devotional Bible, NLT

Don’t leave your daily bread at home. This compact Bible with a durable leather cover makes it easy to bring the Word wherever you go. 4.25"x6.5".

Thin Red DecoTone $24.99

Enter into a special time of refreshment and renewal through God’s Word with devotions for women

by Anne Graham Lotz, Elisabeth Elliot and more.

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NEW Soul Keeping John Ortberg

Four Cups

Jesus said your soul is worth more than the world – do you treasure it above everything else? John Ortberg discusses how to care for your irreplaceable soul.

Chris Hodges

Discover the core of God’s heart and plan for your life in the four promises God first spoke to His people in the Old Testament.

Hard cover $22.99

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Blessings Pocket Crosses Ensure a daily reminder of the little blessings that come from God with these small pewter crosses. $1.99 each

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NEW There's A Crack in Your Armor Prayer Warrior Stormie Omartian

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Learn to pray with strength and purpose, covering not only your personal matters, but also advancing God’s Kingdom and glory.

You wear the armor of God – so why do you feel so beat up? With spiritual warfare ever-present, it’s time to fortify your points of weakness.

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Understand the culture, events and meaning of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection with this epic story that’s based on Scripture and reads like a novel.

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NEW Jesus is Better Than You Imagined | Jonathan Merritt When Jonathan realized his faith had become dry and predictable, he embarked on a year-long adventure, discovering a mysterious God and a faith that sustains, guides – and surprises.

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Wall Crosses

Jesus’ parables reveal three key elements—awakening, honesty and action—which lead to “aha” moments that may change the course of your life.

Add warmth and inspiration to your home with rich mahogany wall crosses.

A | Cut Out Cross 10" tall | $14.00 B | Be Still 12" tall | $27.00 C | Serenity Prayer 10" tall | $26.00

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Mark Hitchcock

Bob Russell with Rob Suggs

Perry Noble

Significant historical turning points have coincided with periods of four blood moons – and it’s happening again. Biblical prophecy expert Mark Hitchcock explores what this means in today’s world.

Discover the bigger story beyond the pain, suffering, and trials of the world – and a God who brings hope no matter what our circumstances. Hard cover Book/DVD Set also available.

Your circumstances may seem unsurmountable, but God is greater. Learn how to shift your focus to Christ and break the chains of anxiety, once and for all.

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Buy 3, Get 1 FREE! Hope for the Heart Booklets June Hunt

For the price of a card, enrich the lives of the people you care about, with solid Biblical advice on topics Christians struggle with most.

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Just Do Something

Stovall Weems

Pete Hise

Kevin DeYoung

Discover the one, uncomplicated principle of discipleship that will help you experience a deep, satisfying walk with Christ and yield the vibrant spiritual life you desire.

Stop waiting to pursue your dreams!

This bold vision of God’s plan for you will inspire you to stop waiting and begin living the life you desire today.

Are you waiting for God to reveal His plan for you? It turns out, He already has, and it’s time to claim your purpose. Now Included: An 8-session study guide to help you lead a small group, Bible study, or book club.

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“Christians should never

live more afraid of failing God than revealing love. If our ability to sin is greater than His ability to make us righteous, we have undermined the power of the cross.” ~Jason Clark

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NEW Prone to Love | Jason Clark Learn how to pursue an authentic relationship with the Father, step into your identity as a child of God, and change the world.

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fiction from favorite authors Woman of Courage Wanda E. Brunstetter

After the scandal of a broken engagement, Amanda Pearson sets off on a perilous journey to the western wilds in search of adventure.

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“I wrote Woman of Courage due to my interest in the Nez Perce Indians, which came about when my husband pastored a church not far from where Rev. Spalding’s mission to the Indians was first founded."

~Wanda E. Brunstetter

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RELEASING APRIL 29 Undetected Dee Henderson

Navy Commander Mark Bishop and ocean science researcher Gina Gray investigate an alarming discovery that could launch submarine warfare into a new and dangerous chapter.

“I love to write military romances.

They are about men who live with a purpose in their lives, willing to spend sweat and blood protecting people. Mark Bishop in Undetected is that kind of hero."

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~Dee Henderson

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Zack Dylan’s success on America’s favorite singing competition brings him to the brink of achieving his dreams – but will he lose everything to the lure of fame?

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GOOGLEPREVIEW Bridge to Haven Francine Rivers

Abra burned every bridge to achieve Hollywood fame.

Now, all she wants is a way back home.

A riveting tale of temptation, grace, and unconditional love by bestselling author, Francine Rivers.

“With this particular novel, I wanted to explore how people can be bridges.

Jesus is the ultimate bridge that takes us across the chasm over hell and into heaven to be in the presence of God. Each character in the novel plays a part as a bridge builder or bridge destroyer.

~Francine Rivers

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The Turning Davis Bunn

Wrestle with reallife questions about discerning God’s will while following the story of five strangers who receive a divine command in this piece of ‘devotional fiction.’

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“The Turning has been thirty-five years in the making. It is based upon the concept of listening to God, which has been a mainstay of my own spiritual walk. This is a new approach to fiction that I call devotional fiction.”

~Davis Bunn

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The Last Bride Beverly Lewis

"Two things inspired The Last Bride:

When Tessie’s father disapproves of her romance with Marcus, they elope in secret.

Will Tessie’s family have a change of heart before an even bigger secret is discovered?

Headlines about current events in the Amish community (the case with Tessie’s secret love!), and my dear readers, who have been clamoring for yet another story set in Hickory Hollow."

~Beverly Lewis

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The Gabby Douglas Story

Grace’s big break to pop superstardom may require some spiritual compromise.

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At sixteen, Gabrielle Douglas competed as a gymnast in the 2012 Olympics. Learn the inspiring story of her tremendous faith in God’s plan for her life.

Rediscover Christ’s life, death and resurrection with a powerful film based on the Gospel of Luke that will help you and your family enter more deeply into this joyful Easter season. Also available on Blu-Ray.

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Finding Normal

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A| When Calls the Heart: A Telling Silence A privileged, pretty school teacher is sorely unprepared for frontier life— and her growing feelings for a Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer.

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Moms' Night Out

Moms' Night Out… and other things I miss

Tricia Goyer

Kerri Pomarolli

Offering plenty of laughs, Mom’s Night Out —the novelization of the movie— tips its hat to the chaos and uncertainty of parenting while delivering a heartfelt message about love and family life.

Comedian Kerri Pomarolli delivers reflections on hope, love, forgiveness and family life in this soul-searching companion to the Mom’s Night Out film and novel.

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“The faithful love of the Lord never ends!

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The White Album

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Third Day

The movement that has marked the faith of millions worldwide delivers a collection of brand new songs from Chris Tomlin, Matt Redman, Christy Nockels, and more!

Expanding on their unique musical expressions, Hillsong United brings us completely remixed versions of their most popular songs, including Search My Heart, Like an Avalanche and more.

Christian rock veterans Third Day deliver a refreshed and reimagined sound with their 16th album. Features Your Love is Like a River and more hit singles.

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Majestic | Kari Jobe Grammy-nominee Kari Jobe’s first LIVE worship album will gracefully lead you into worship of our Savior. Features brand new songs, including the radio single, Forever.

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