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JANUARY 2016Bethany House

FICTION / Christian / Historical FICTION / Religious FICTION / Media Tie‐In

JANUARY 5 9780764218453 • US $15.99 CAN $19.99 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 320 pages Carton Quantity: 32

RISEN The Novelization of the Major Motion Picture Angela Hunt A Powerful Novelization from Bestselling Author Angela Hunt Epic in scope, yet deeply personal, this novelization offers a unique perspective on the story of the resurrection. Roman Tribune Clavius is assigned by Pilate to keep the radical followers of the recently executed Yeshua from stealing the body and inciting revolution. When the body goes missing despite his precautions, Clavius must hunt it down. His investigation leads him from the halls of Herod Antipas to the Garden of Gethsemane and brings him in touch with believer and doubter alike. But as the body still remains missing, Clavius commits to a quest for the truth‐‐and answers that will not only shake his life but echo throughout all of history. The author of more than 100 published books and with nearly 5 million copies of her books sold worldwide, Angela Hunt is the New York Times bestselling author of The Note, The Nativity Story, and Esther: Royal Beauty. Romantic Times Book Club presented Angela with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006. In 2008, Angela completed her PhD in Biblical Studies in Theology. She and her husband live in Florida with their mastiffs. Learn more at www.angelahuntbooks.com.

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MAY 2016Bethany House

FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Romance / Contemporary FICTION / Romance / General

MAY 3 9780764217371 • US $13.99 CAN $17.49 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 336 pages Carton Quantity: 32

SOMEONE LIKE YOU Victoria Bylin Realistic Characters Shine in Bylin's Latest Romance Julia Dare is trying to run her own business, raise her young son, Max, and help her widowed mother. Her biggest worry, though, is keeping Max's father from being a bad influence while still allowing the boy to spend time with his dad. When an account from her event‐planning business sends her to Caliente Springs resort, she's shocked to encounter Zeke Monroe, her college sweetheart. Zeke is determined to keep Caliente Springs running despite financial trouble. When Julia walks back into his life, he's surprised at the feelings she stirs up. As they work together on an important client's wedding, the fate of the resort soon depends on their success. With Zeke and Julia both pushed to their limits, will their history put up walls between them or bring them together? Victoria Bylin writes contemporary and historical romances acclaimed for their true‐to‐life characters and plots. Her work has finaled in contests such as the Carol Awards, the RITAs, and the Reviewers' Choice Award. A native of California, she and her husband now make their home in Kentucky. Visit her website at www.victoriabylin.com to find out more.

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FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Romance / Contemporary FICTION / Romance / General


HER ONE AND ONLY Becky Wade Romance Fans Eagerly Anticipate Every New Release from Becky Wade Gray Fowler, star NFL tight end, is being pursued by a stalker, so his team hires a protection agency to keep Gray under the watch of a bodyguard at all times. When Gray meets Dru Porter, an agent assigned to him, he's indignant. How can an attractive young female half his size possibly protect him? But Dru's a former Marine, an expert markswoman, and a black belt. She's also ferociously determined to uncover the identity of Gray's stalker. And she's just as determined to avoid any kind of romantic attachment between herself and the rugged football player with the mysterious past. But the closer they get to finding the stalker, the closer they grow to each other. As the danger rises, can Dru and Gray entrust their hearts‐‐and their lives‐‐to one another? Becky Wade is a native of California who attended Baylor University, met and married a Texan, and moved to Dallas. She published historical romances for the general market, took time off to raise her children, then felt God nudging her to pursue contemporary Christian fiction. Becky is a Carol Award winner and a finalist for both a RITA and an INSPY Award. Learn more at www.beckywade.com.

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FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Christian / Suspense FICTION / Romance / Collections & Anthologies shelf talker: 9780764299124


SINS OF THE PAST A Romantic Suspense Novella Collection Dee Henderson, Dani Pettrey, and Lynette Eason Three Novellas from Bestselling Authors In Dee Henderson's "Missing," a Wyoming sheriff is called to Chicago when his elderly mother goes missing. Paired with a savvy Chicago cop, the two realize her disappearance is no accident, and a race against the clock begins. Dani Pettrey returns to Alaska with "Shadowed," introducing readers to the parents of her beloved McKenna clan. Adventure, romance, and danger collide when a young fisherman nets the body of an open‐water swimming competitor who may actually be a possible Russian defector. Lynette Eason's "Blackout" delivers the story of a woman once implicated in a robbery gone wrong. The loot has never been found‐‐but her memory of that night has always been unreliable. Can she remember enough to find her way to safety when the true culprit comes after her? Dee Henderson is the New York Times bestselling author of more than a dozen novels. She is a lifelong resident of Illinois. Visit her at www.deehenderson.com. Dani Pettrey is the award‐winning author of the acclaimed Alaskan Courage series. She lives in Maryland. Find her at www.danipettrey.com Lynette Eason is the bestselling author of the Women of Justice series. She lives in South Carolina. Learn more at www.lynetteeason.com.

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FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Christian / Suspense FICTION / Romance / Collections & Anthologies

MAY 3 9780764217982 • US $19.99 CAN $24.99 Hardback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 384 pages Carton Quantity: 20

SINS OF THE PAST A Romantic Suspense Novella Collection Dee Henderson, Dani Pettrey, and Lynette Eason Three Novellas from Bestselling Authors In Dee Henderson's "Missing," a Wyoming sheriff is called to Chicago when his elderly mother goes missing. Paired with a savvy Chicago cop, the two realize her disappearance is no accident, and a race against the clock begins. Dani Pettrey returns to Alaska with "Shadowed," introducing readers to the parents of her beloved McKenna clan. Adventure, romance, and danger collide when a young fisherman nets the body of an open‐water swimming competitor who may actually be a possible Russian defector. Lynette Eason's "Blackout" delivers the story of a woman once implicated in a robbery gone wrong. The loot has never been found‐‐but her memory of that night has always been unreliable. Can she remember enough to find her way to safety when the true culprit comes after her? Dee Henderson is the New York Times bestselling author of more than a dozen novels. She is a lifelong resident of Illinois. Visit her at www.deehenderson.com. Dani Pettrey is the award‐winning author of the acclaimed Alaskan Courage series. She lives in Maryland. Find her at www.danipettrey.com Lynette Eason is the bestselling author of the Women of Justice series. She lives in South Carolina. Learn more at www.lynetteeason.com.

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FICTION / Christian / General FICTION / Religious FICTION / Contemporary Women


FADING STARLIGHT Kathryn Cushman A Tale of Unexpected Friendship and Old Hollywood Glamour Lauren Summers is hiding. Her fashion house internship should have launched her career, but a red carpet accident has left her blackballed. The only job she finds is unpaid, but comes with free lodging‐‐a run‐down cottage in the shadow of a cliff‐side mansion. Unsure of what comes next, she's surprised to be contacted by a reporter researching a reclusive former Hollywood ingénue who lives in the nearby mansion. Kendall Joiner wants Lauren's help uncovering the old woman's secrets. In return, she'll prove the red carpet accident was a publicity stunt so Lauren can regain her former job. With all her dreams in front of her, Lauren's tempted by the offer, but as she and the old woman get to know each other, Lauren realizes nothing is quite as it seems. Kathryn Cushman is a graduate of Samford University with a degree in pharmacy. She is the acclaimed author of over a half‐dozen novels including Leaving Yesterday and A Promise to Remember, which were both finalists for the Carol Award in Women's Fiction. Kathryn and her family make their home in California.

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FICTION / Christian / Historical FICTION / Historical FICTION / Religious


SHADOW OF THE MOUNTAIN Wilderness SHADOW OF THE MOUNTAIN #2 Cliff Graham Cliff Graham Writes Biblical Fiction Men Want to Read Action‐driven and unique in Christian fiction today, Shadow of the Mountain: Wilderness begins with Moses sending Joshua, Caleb, and ten others to spy on and scout the country of Canaan, where the Lord has promised them a homeland. Asked to report back, ten talk only of the Anakites, a race of fearsome giants in the hills, their walled cities, and terrible human sacrifices to their gods. Despite giants, Joshua and Caleb feel the Lord is on their side and the land will be worth it. But the hearts of the people are fearful and turned against God's words. Their punishment will be forty years without a home, wandering the deserts until that generation dies out. But as the life of Caleb proves, God's promises are real‐‐for men young and old. Cliff Graham is a former soldier and officer in the United States Army who now spends his time writing, speaking, and operating a growing series of media franchises. A graduate from Black Hills State University with degrees in political science and military science, he wrote his Lion of War series while working as a youth pastor, and he now speaks to churches, men's groups, and conferences everywhere. He lives in Utah with his family. Learn more at www.cliffgraham.com.

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JUNE 2016Bethany House

FICTION / Christian / Historical FICTION / Christian / General FICTION / Religious

JUNE 21 9780764218248 • US $19.99 CAN $24.99 Paperback / softback 6.000 in W | 9.000 in H 704 pages Carton Quantity: 12

LOVE COMES SOFTLY 5–8, 4‐IN‐1 Janette Oke 4‐in‐1 Collection Completes Janette Oke's Most Beloved Series This special‐value edition features books five through eight in the classic series that launched Janette Oke's popularity in inspirational fiction. These compelling prairie romances follow the Davis family in their journey through life's struggles and joys. The collection includes Love's Unending Legacy, Love's Unfolding Dream, Love Takes Wing, and Love Finds a Home. Join the generations of readers who have read and reread these landmark stories. Bestselling author Janette Oke is celebrated across the world for her significant contribution to the Christian book industry. She is credited with launching the modern era of inspirational fiction with the publication of her first novel, Love Comes Softly, in 1979. Today, her novels have sold more than 30 million copies and won numerous awards. Janette and her husband, Edward, live in Alberta, Canada.

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FICTION / Christian / Historical FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Romance / Historical / General shelf talker: 9780764299179


DELILAH Treacherous Beauty A DANGEROUS BEAUTY NOVEL Angela Hunt A Complex and Compelling Glimpse at One of the Bible's Baddest Girls Life is not easy in Philistia, especially not for a woman and child alone. When beautiful, wounded Delilah finds herself begging for food to survive, she resolves that she will find a way to defeat all the men who have taken advantage of her. She will overcome the roadblocks life has set before her, and she will find riches and victory for herself. When she meets a legendary man called Samson, she senses that in him lies the means for her victory. By winning, seducing, and betraying the hero of the Hebrews, she will attain a position of national prominence. After all, she is beautiful, she is charming, and she is smart. No man, not even a supernaturally gifted strongman, can best her in a war of wits. The author of more than 100 published books and with nearly 5 million copies of her books sold worldwide, Angela Hunt is the New York Times bestselling author of The Note, The Nativity Story, and Esther: Royal Beauty. Romantic Times Book Club presented Angela with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006. In 2008, Angela completed her PhD in Biblical Studies in Theology. She and her husband live in Florida with their mastiffs. Learn more at www.angelahuntbooks.com.

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FICTION / Christian / Historical FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Romance / Historical / General


FROM THIS MOMENT Elizabeth Camden Award‐Winning Historical Romance from a Noteworthy Talent Romulus White has tried for years to hire illustrator Stella West for his renowned scientific magazine. She is the missing piece he needs to propel his magazine to the forefront of the industry. But Stella abruptly quit the art world and moved to Boston with a single purpose: to solve the mysterious death of her beloved sister. Romulus, a man with connections to high society and every important power circle in the city, could be her most valuable ally. Sparks fly the instant Stella and Romulus join forces, and Romulus soon realizes the strong‐willed and charismatic Stella could disrupt his hard‐won independence. Can they continue to help each other when their efforts draw the wrong kind of attention from the powers‐that‐be and put all they've worked for at risk? Elizabeth Camden is the author of eight historical novels and has been honored with both the RITA Award and the Christy Award. With a master's in history and a master's in library science, she is a research librarian by day and scribbles away on her next novel by night. She lives with her husband in Florida. Learn more at www.elizabethcamden.com.

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NO OTHER WILL DO Karen Witemeyer Enjoy Bestselling Author Karen Witemeyer's Terrific New Romance! Men are optional. That's the credo Emma Chandler's suffragette aunts preached and why she started a successful women's colony in Harper's Station, Texas. But when an unknown assailant tries repeatedly to drive them out, Emma admits they might need a man after all. A man who can fight‐‐and she knows just the one. Malachi Shaw finally earned the respect he craved by becoming an explosives expert for the railroad. Yet when Emma's plea arrives, he bolts to Harper's Station to repay the girl who once saved his life. Only she's not a girl any longer. She's a woman with a mind of her own and a smile that makes a man imagine a future he doesn't deserve. As the danger intensifies, old feelings grow and deepen, but Emma and Mal will need more than love to survive. Winner of the HOLT Medallion and the Carol Award and a finalist for the RITA and Christy Award, bestselling author Karen Witemeyer writes historical romance to give the world more happily‐ever‐afters. Karen makes her home in Texas, with her husband and three children. Learn more about Karen and her books at www.karenwitemeyer.com.

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FICTION / Christian / Historical FICTION / Christian / General FICTION / Religious shelf talker: 9780764299155


A HAVEN ON ORCHARD LANE Lawana Blackwell Much‐Loved Lawana Blackwell Delivers Another Charming Victorian‐Era Tale In difficult circumstances, Charlotte Ward, once a famed stage actress, tries to restart her career‐‐only to experience disaster. Against her better judgment, her estranged daughter, Rosalind, comes to her mother's rescue and moves her to a quiet English coastal village. Charlotte is grateful to get to know Rosalind after years apart. As one who has regrets about her own romantic past, it's a joy for Charlotte to see love blossom for her daughter. For Rosalind, however, it's time away from teaching‐‐and now she must care for the mother who wasn't there for her. And what could be more complicated than romance? Together, mother and daughter discover that healing is best accomplished when they focus less on themselves and more on the needs of others. Lawana Blackwell has eleven published novels to her credit. She and her husband have three married sons and live in Tennessee.

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JULY 2016Bethany House

FICTION / Christian / Historical FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Romance / Historical / Regency

JULY 5 9780764218255 • US $14.99 CAN $17.99 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 352 pages Carton Quantity: 32

AN ELEGANT FAÇADE HAWTHORNE HOUSE Kristi Ann Hunter An Exciting New Voice in Regency Romance Lady Georgina Hawthorne has worked tirelessly to seal her place as the Incomparable for her debut season. At her first London ball, she hopes to snag the attention of an earl. With money and business connections, but without impeccable bloodlines, Colin McCrae is invited everywhere but accepted nowhere. When he first encounters the fashionable Lady Georgina, he's irritated by his attraction to a woman who concerns herself only with status and appearance. What Colin doesn't know is that Georgina's desperate social aspirations are driven by the shameful secret she harbors. Association with Colin McCrae is not part of Georgina's plan, but as their paths continue to cross, they both must decide if the realization of their dreams is worth the sacrifices they must make. Kristi Ann Hunter graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in computer science but always knew she wanted to write. Kristi is a Golden Heart contest winner, an ACFW Genesis contest winner, and a Maggie Award for Excellence winner. She is a founding member and the coordinator of the Regency Reflections blog and lives with her husband and three children in Georgia. Find her online at www.kristiannhunter.com.

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FICTION / Christian / Historical FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Historical shelf talker: 9780764299186


A BEAUTY REFINED SAPPHIRE BRIDES #2 Tracie Peterson Tracie Peterson Delivers Bestselling Historical Fiction with Romance and Adventure Phoebe Von Bergen is excited to accompany her father when he travels from Germany to purchase sapphires in Montana. Little does she know that her father's plans‐‐for the gemstones and his daughter‐‐are not what they seem. Ian Harper, a lapidary working in Helena, finds the young woman staying at the Broadwater Hotel more than a little intriguing. Yet the more he gets to know her, the more he realizes that her family story is based on a l ie‐‐a lie she has no knowledge of. And Ian believes he knows the only path that will lead her to freedom. Meeting Ian has changed everything. Phoebe is determined to stay in America, regardless of her father's plans. But she may not be prepared for the unexpected danger as the deception begins to unravel. Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award‐winning author of more than 100 novels. Tracie also teaches writing workshops at a variety of conferences on subjects such as inspirational romance and historical research. She and her family live in Montana. Learn more at www.traciepeterson.com.

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FICTION / Christian / Historical FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Historical

A BEAUTY REFINED SAPPHIRE BRIDES #2 Tracie Peterson Phoebe Von Bergen is excited to visit America at last! But when she accompanies her father from Germany to Montana in search of sapphires, she has no idea of his real plans. As handsome lapidary Ian Harper gets to know Phoebe, he slowly learns the truth about her family. Yet exposing her father's deception could put Phoebe's life in danger. . . . Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award‐winning author of more than 100 novels. Tracie also teaches writing workshops at a variety of conferences on subjects such as inspirational romance and historical research. She and her family live in Montana. Learn more at www.traciepeterson.com.


JULY 5 9780764213366 US $19.99 CAN $24.99 Hardback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 352 pages Carton Quantity: 20

FICTION / Christian / Historical FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Historical

A BEAUTY REFINED, LARGE PRINT ED. SAPPHIRE BRIDES #2 Tracie Peterson Phoebe Von Bergen is excited to visit America at last! But when she accompanies her father from Germany to Montana in search of sapphires, she has no idea of his real plans. As handsome lapidary Ian Harper gets to know Phoebe, he slowly learns the truth about her family. Yet exposing her father's deception could put Phoebe's life in danger. . . . Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award‐winning author of more than 100 novels. Tracie also teaches writing workshops at a variety of conferences on subjects such as inspirational romance and historical research. She and her family live in Montana. Learn more at www.traciepeterson.com.


JULY 5 9780764213373 US $17.99 CAN $22.49 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 432 pages Carton Quantity: 24

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JUVENILE FICTION / Religious / Christian / Historical JUVENILE FICTION / Historical / Medieval JUVENILE FICTION / Love & Romance


COURAGEOUS VALIANT HEARTS #3 Dina L. Sleiman Valiant Hearts: Where Adventure and Romance Meet Inspired by the vision of the Young Lady Sapphira, Rosalind of Ipsworth joins a group of men, women, and children as a defender of the cross, seeking to free captives from prisons near Tripoli. She gladly gives herself to the cause, as she's haunted by a tragic mistake and no longer deserves such joys as marriage and family might bring. Sir Randel Penigree was reared to serve in the church, but dreams of protecting the innocent as a knight. Joining a crusade to escape humiliation at home, he finds himself drawn to Rosalind as they partner to train and protect a group of young adolescents. When they face political machinations, danger, and an unknown enemy bent on their destruction, they are forced to reconsider their priorities and the very nature of the God they serve. Dina L. Sleiman holds a MA in professional writing from Regent University and a BA in communications with a minor in English from Oral Roberts University. Over the past eighteen years, she has had opportunities to teach college writing and literature, as well as high school and elementary classes in English, humanities, and fine arts. She lives in Virginia with her husband and three children. She can be found online at www.dinasleiman.com.

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FICTION / Christian / Historical FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Romance / Western shelf talker: 9780764299193


NO WAY UP THE CIMARRON LEGACY #1 Mary Connealy New Western Romance Series from Bestselling Author Mary Connealy When Cimarron ranch patriarch Chance Boden is caught in an avalanche, the quick actions of hired hand Heath Kincaid save him. Badly injured, Chance demands that his will be read and its conditions be enforced immediately. Without anyone else to serve as a witness, Heath is pressed into reading the will. If Justin, Sadie, and Cole Boden don't live and work at home for the entire year, the ranch will go to their low‐down cousin Mike. Then Heath discovers the avalanche was a murder attempt, and more danger might follow. Deeply involved with the family, Heath's desire to protect Sadie goes far beyond friendship. The danger keeps them close together, and their feelings grow until being apart is the last thing on their minds. Mary Connealy writes "romantic comedies with cowboys" and is celebrated for her fun, zany, action‐packed style. She has over half a million books sold. She is the author of the popular series Wild at Heart, Kincaid Brides, Trouble in Texas, Lassoed in Texas, Sophie's Daughters, and many other books. Mary lives on a ranch in eastern Nebraska with her very own romantic cowboy hero. Learn more at www.maryconnealy.com.

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AUGUST 2016Bethany House

FICTION / Christian / General FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Religious

AUGUST 2 9780764212277 • US $14.99 CAN $17.99 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 320 pages Carton Quantity: 32

A TAPESTRY OF SECRETS Sarah Loudin Thomas This Decade‐Spanning Novel of Family and Faith Will Delight Now in her eighties, Perla Phillips has carried a secret since she was eighteen years old. When she sees her granddaughter, Ella, struggling for perfection, she decides to share her secret to show that God can use even the biggest mistakes for good. But before she can reveal what happened during that summer sixty years ago, she has a debilitating stroke. Carrying a secret of her own, Ella arrives back in Wise, West Virgina, to help her aunt Sadie care for Perla. Both know the woman wanted to tell them something, but she's now locked in silence. Together they begin looking into the past, but they may learn more than they expected. Will they have the courage to share their hearts? Or will the truth remain buried forever? Sarah Loudin Thomas is a fundraiser for a children's ministry and has written for Mountain Homes Southern Style and Now & Then magazines, as well as The Asheville Citizen‐Times. She is the author of Miracle in a Dry Season and Until the Harvest. She holds a BA in English from Coastal Carolina University. She and her husband reside in North Carolina. She can be found online at www.sarahloudinthomas.com.

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THE ARTISAN'S WIFE REFINED BY LOVE Judith Miller Delightful Blend of History and Romance Ainslee McKay's world is shaken when she discovers her twin sister has not only eloped with a man she barely knows but now Ainslee must fulfill their obligation at a tile works in Weston, West Virginia. Ainslee must learn the ropes and, if she can keep the tile works profitable, her brother will help her sell the business. When Levi Judson arrives and shows Ainslee his designs for new tiles, she's impressed by his skill and passion for the business. But he's hiding his true reason for coming to Weston. And Ainslee knows he'd be crushed to learn his plans for a long career at McKay Tile Works are in vain since she intends to sell. Can the growing feelings between them survive if the truth comes to light‐‐or is a future together as untenable as the future of the tile works itself? Judith Miller is an award‐winning writer whose avid research and love for history are reflected in her bestselling novels. Judy and her family make their home in Kansas. Learn more at www.judithmccoymiller.com.

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WHERE HOPE PREVAILS RETURN TO THE CANADIAN WEST #3 Janette Oke and Laurel Oke Logan Inspiring Conclusion to a Popular Series with a TV tie‐in When Beth Thatcher returns to Coal Valley, she has much to be excited about. She anticipates Jarrick's proposal of marriage and perhaps a spring wedding. The mine is expanding, and there are more schoolchildren than ever. But the town's rapid growth brings many challenges. A second teacher is assigned, and Beth finds herself going head‐to‐head with a very different philosophy of education‐‐one that dismisses religion and rejects God. Fearful for the children who sit under the influence of Robert Harris Hughes, Beth struggles to know how to respond. At the same time, Beth wonders if Jarrick is considering a position at her father's company simply for her sake. Should she admit her feelings on the matter? Or keep silent and allow Jarrick to make up his own mind? Bestselling author Janette Oke is celebrated for her significant contribution to the Christian book industry. Her novels have sold more than 30 million copies. She and her husband, Edward, live in Alberta, Canada. Laurel Oke Logan, daughter of Edward and Janette Oke, is the author of Janette Oke: A Heart for the Prairie, as well as several novels. Laurel and her husband have six children and live in Indiana.

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WHERE HOPE PREVAILS RETURN TO THE CANADIAN WEST #3 Janette Oke and Laurel Oke Logan When Beth Thatcher returns to Coal Valley, she has much to be thankful for: her school is expanding, and she hopes to marry the man she loves in the spring. But soon, a new teacher who openly rejects God gives her cause for concern, as do new challenges in her relationship with Jarrick. Inspired by the Original Hallmark Series When Calls the Heart. Bestselling author Janette Oke is celebrated for her significant contribution to the Christian book industry. Her novels have sold more than 30 million copies. She and her husband, Edward, live in Alberta, Canada. Laurel Oke Logan, daughter of Edward and Janette Oke, is the author of Janette Oke: A Heart for the Prairie, as well as several novels. Laurel and her husband have six children and live in Indiana.


AUGUST 2 9780764217838 US $19.99 CAN $24.99 Hardback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 336 pages Carton Quantity: 20


WHERE HOPE PREVAILS, LARGE PRINT ED. RETURN TO THE CANADIAN WEST #3 Janette Oke and Laurel Oke Logan When Beth Thatcher returns to Coal Valley, she has much to be thankful for: her school is expanding, and she hopes to marry the man she loves in the spring. But soon, a new teacher who openly rejects God gives her cause for concern, as do new challenges in her relationship with Jarrick. Inspired by the Original Hallmark Series When Calls the Heart. Bestselling author Janette Oke is celebrated for her significant contribution to the Christian book industry. Her novels have sold more than 30 million copies. She and her husband, Edward, live in Alberta, Canada. Laurel Oke Logan, daughter of Edward and Janette Oke, is the author of Janette Oke: A Heart for the Prairie, as well as several novels. Laurel and her husband have six children and live in Indiana.


AUGUST 2 9780764217845 US $17.99 CAN $22.49 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 448 pages Carton Quantity: 24

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A HEART MOST CERTAIN TEAVILLE MORAL SOCIETY Melissa Jagears A Fresh Voice in Historical Romance! While Lydia King's reasons for joining the Teaville Moral Society might be suspect to some members, her heart is in the right place. Because of her father's debts and her mother's nagging illness, her best chance at a secure future‐‐and curing her mother‐‐is to impress the politician courting her. Her first task to ask the town's wealthiest man to donate seems simple enough . . . until he refuses. Despite appearances, Nicholas Lowe wants to help others, but prefers to keep his charity private. When Lydia proves persistent, they agree to a bargain, but Nicholas still intends to do things his own way. Neither predicts what they'll learn about true charity or foresee the complications their actions will bring to the town, forcing Lydia to decide where her beliefs and heart truly align. Melissa Jagears ACFW Carol Award winner and author of the Unexpected Brides series, is a homeschooling mother of three on a tiny Kansas farm with a fixer‐upper house. Find her online at www.melissajagears.com.

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FICTION / Christian / Historical FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Romance / Collections & Anthologies


WITH ALL MY HEART ROMANCE COLLECTION 5‐IN‐1 Five Novellas of Living Love to the Fullest Karen Witemeyer, Jody Hedlund, Melissa Jagears, Sarah Loudin Thomas, and Jen Turano A Value‐Minded Collection from Top Historical Romance Authors Readers will take a journey across America and through time in this collection of five novellas from some of Christian fiction's top writers. Originally released as ebooks, the novellas‐‐moving, faith‐filled and deeply romantic‐‐now find print for the first time. The collection includes: Karen Witemeyer's "Love on the Mend," set in post‐Civil War Texas, tells the story of two competing doctors. Jody Hedlund's "Out of the Storm" finds a desperate woman shipwrecked near a Michigan lighthouse. Melissa Jagears' "Love by the Letter" is an unexpected mail‐order‐bride prairie story. Sarah Loudin Thomas' "Appalachian Serenade" finds love in a small‐town West Virginia store. Finally, Jen Turano's "Gentleman of Her Dreams" tackles the New York social season. Karen Witemeyer is a bestselling Carol Award winner and RITA finalist. www.karenwitemeyer.com Jody Hedlund is a bestselling author and Carol Award winner. www.jodyhedlund.com Melissa Jagears is the author of the Unexpected Brides series. www.melissajagears.com Sarah Loudin Thomas is the author of the Appalachian Blessings novels. www.sarahloudinthomas.com Jen Turano is the author of the Ladies of Distinction novels. www.jenturano.com

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MARCH 2016Bethany House

FICTION / Amish & Mennonite FICTION / Christian / General FICTION / Religious

MARCH 1 9780764217807 • US $14.99 CAN $17.99 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 288 pages Carton Quantity: 44

BEVERLY LEWIS' THE RECKONING, MOVIE ED. Beverly Lewis Movie Edition of the Powerful Conclusion to The Shunning and The Confession Shunned from the Plain life of her youth, Katie Mayfield (now known as Katherine) delights in the modern world, yet she longs for the peace that reigned in her mother's heart. Though her life is far removed from Lancaster County, she must come to terms with her Amish heritage‐‐and the man she once loved. Now in a special edition set to coincide with the release of the Hallmark Channel movie DVD, this redemptive story of love and grace offers readers a unique glimpse into the lives of the Amish. Beverly Lewis, born in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country, has more than 17 million books in print. Her stories have been published in eleven languages and have regularly appeared on numerous bestseller lists, including the New York Times and USA Today. Beverly and her husband, David, live in Colorado, where they enjoy hiking, biking, making music, and spending time with their family. Learn more at www.beverlylewis.com.

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MAY 2016Revell

FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Romance / Contemporary


EVERY BRIDE HAS HER DAY A Novel BRIDES WITH STYLE #3 Janice Thompson Another Delightful Romance from the Queen of Romantic Comedy Katie Fisher is ecstatic. Pro basketball star Brady James has proposed, and she can't wait to start planning their life together. She's confident she'll make it down the aisle this time‐‐but it still may be easier said than done. A high‐society Houston bride has Katie and the Cosmopolitan Bridal team scrambling to get the perfect dress done in time for her spectacular wedding. Meanwhile, Katie finds herself bombarded with everyone's competing visions regarding her own special day‐‐and she's beginning to worry that her own ideas will get lost in the crossfire. Will she ever manage to settle all of the details for her perfect day? Or will bridal shop chaos and overzealous friends and family make a mess of everything? Fan favorite Janice Thompson gives readers what they've been clamoring for: another funny, romantic romp with a Texas twang. Janice Thompson is an expert at pulling the humor from the situations we get ourselves into and offers an inside look at the wedding business, drawing on her own experiences as a wedding planner. She is the author of the hugely popular Weddings by Bella series, the Backstage Pass series, and the Weddings by Design series, as well as Every Bride Needs a Groom and Every Girl Gets Confused. She lives in Texas. Learn more at www.janiceathompson.com.

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FICTION / Amish & Mennonite FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Romance / Contemporary shelf talker: 9780800727635


THE QUIETING A Novel THE BISHOP'S FAMILY #2 Suzanne Woods Fisher Bestselling Author Delivers the Intrigue and Romance Fans Crave The Stoltzfus family faces serious problems, both in the church and at home. Everyone in the community expects minister David Stoltzfus to fix things‐‐fast. But David doesn't work fast. He prefers to wait for God to work in individual hearts. However, even he is left wondering if the solution to their most pressing problem might be a Quieting. When David's mother arrives, uninvited, more upheaval is in store. She has matchmaking plans for everyone in the family, including David and her eligible granddaughters‐‐and especially for David's niece Abigail. When Abigail stumbles onto a curious connection during her genealogical research, it could help David solve one problem‐‐but will it create another? Bestselling author Suzanne Woods Fisher takes fans back to Stoney Ridge, delivering the twists, turns, and romance they adore. Suzanne Woods Fisher is the award‐winning and bestselling author of The Imposter and Anna's Crossing, and several series of Amish fiction. She is also the author of many nonfiction books about the Amish, including Amish Peace and The Heart of the Amish, Suzanne is a Carol Award winner and a Christy Award finalist. She lives in California. Learn more at www.suzannewoodsfisher.com and connect with Suzanne on Twitter @suzannewfisher.

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ANCHOR IN THE STORM A Novel WAVES OF FREEDOM #2 Sarah Sundin One Plucky Female Pharmacist + One High‐Society Naval Officer = Romance‐‐and Danger For plucky Lillian Avery, America's entry into World War II means a chance to prove herself as a pharmacist in Boston. The challenges of her new job energize her. But society boy Ensign Archer Vandenberg's attentions only annoy‐‐even if he is her brother's best friend. During the darkest days of the war, Arch's destroyer hunts German U‐boats in vain as the submarines sink dozens of merchant ships along the East Coast. Still shaken by battles at sea, Arch notices his men also struggle with their nerves‐‐and with drowsiness. Could there be a link to the large prescriptions for sedatives Lillian has filled? The two work together to answer that question, but can Arch ever earn Lillian's trust and affection? Sarah Sundin brings World War II to life, offering readers an intense experience they won't soon forget. Sarah Sundin is the author of Through Waters Deep, as well as Wings of the Nightingale and the Wings of Glory series. A graduate of UC San Francisco School of Pharmacy, she works on call as a hospital pharmacist. During WWII, her grandfather served as a pharmacist's mate (medic) in the Navy and her great‐uncle flew with the US Eighth Air Force. Sarah lives in California. Visit www.sarahsundin.com for more information.

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MAY 2016Revell

FICTION / Christian / Suspense FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Cozy


MURDER COMES BY MAIL A Hidden Springs Mystery THE HIDDEN SPRINGS MYSTERIES #2 A. H. Gabhart A Cozy Mystery Complete with a Small Town Full of Charming, Quirky Characters Deputy Sheriff Michael Keane doesn't particularly enjoy being touted as the hero of Hidden Springs after pulling a suicidal man back from the edge of the Eagle River bridge in front of dozens of witnesses‐‐a few of whom caught the breathtaking moments with their cameras. But the media hype doesn't last long as a new story pushes its way into the public consciousness of Hidden Springs' concerned citizens. Photos of a dead girl arrive in the mail, and Michael becomes convinced she was murdered by the man he saved. With a killer one step ahead, things in Hidden Springs begin to unravel. Now Michael must protect the people he loves‐‐because the killer could be targeting one of them next. Readers will love racing along with Deputy Sheriff Keane as the clock ticks in this page‐turning mystery. A. H. Gabhart is the author of Murder at the Courthouse. As Ann H. Gabhart, she is bestselling author of many novels, including Angel Sister, Small Town Girl, and Love Comes Home, several Shaker novels such as The Outsider, The Believer, and The Innocent, and The Heart of Hollyhill series. Ann grew up in a small rural town much like Hidden Springs. Ann and her husband live on a farm in Kentucky. Learn more at www.annhgabhart.com.

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FICTION / Romance / Contemporary FICTION / Christian / Romance


ALL SUMMER LONG A San Francisco Romance FOLLOW YOUR HEART #2 Melody Carlson Tia Gets a Second Chance at Love When an Old Crush Suddenly Reappears Though it means giving up the chef's job at her uncle's small town Italian restaurant in Washington, Tia D'Amico is thrilled to move to San Francisco to help her aunt with a new business venture: transforming an old luxury yacht into an upscale floating restaurant. The icing on the cake is that Leo Parker, Tia's crush from a long‐ago sailing camp, has been hired as the yacht's captain. The only problem is that he's engaged to someone else. Tia hides her feelings and rolls up her sleeves as she sets out to make her aunt's dream a reality. But as the tide turns on Leo's relationship, does Tia dare hope he might set a course for her heart? All the romance of a summer in San Francisco is captured in this delightful story from an author who has made a career of tugging our heartstrings. Melody Carlson is the award‐winning author of over two hundred books with sales of more than 6.5 million, including many bestselling Christmas novellas, young adult titles, and the contemporary romance Once Upon a Summertime. She received a Romantic Times Career Achievement Award in the inspirational market for her many books, including Finding Alice. She and her husband live in central Oregon. Learn more at www.melodycarlson.com.

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FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Romance / Contemporary shelf talker: 9780800727628


SEA ROSE LANE A Hope Harbor Novel Irene Hannon Three‐Time RITA Winner Invites Readers Back to the Captivating Coastal Town of Hope Harbor After a devastating layoff, attorney Eric Nash heads back to the town where he grew up‐‐only to discover that his childhood home is being transformed into a bed & breakfast. Instead of plotting his next career move in peace, he's constantly distracted by noise, chaos‐‐and BJ Stevens, the attractive but prickly blonde architect and construction chief who's invaded the house with her motley crew. As for BJ, her client's son might be handsome, but after a disastrous romance, dating isn't high on her agenda. Yet when they join forces to create a program for Hope Harbor seniors, might they also find healing, hope, and a new beginning themselves? Three‐time RITA Award winner Irene Hannon takes readers back to Hope Harbor for a new season of charm, romance, and second chances. Irene Hannon is the bestselling author of more than fifty novels, including One Perfect Spring and Hope Harbor, as well as the Private Justice and Men of Valor series. Her books have been honored with three coveted RITA Awards from Romance Writers of America, a Carol Award, two Reviewers' Choice Awards from RT Book Reviews magazine, a Retailers' Choice Award, two Booksellers' Best Awards, and a National Readers' Choice Award. Learn more at www.irenehannon.com.

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JULY 2016Revell

FICTION / Christian / General FICTION / Contemporary Women


WHAT MATTERS MOST A Texas Gold Novel TEXAS GOLD COLLECTION Kellie Coates Gilbert Deeply Emotional Writing Highlights the Complexities of Human Relationships Leta Breckenridge is forced to drop out of college to care for her dementia‐ridden mother. After learning a severely delinquent account may force her mother into a less desirable facility, Leta steps out of her comfort zone and lands a high‐paying job at an Austin public relations firm. But her dream job turns into a nightmare when she learns the firm is a front for a political opposition machine‐‐and that the research she's been collecting will be used against her new love interest, Nathan Emerson. Nathan is a rising political star being pressured to run a bid to unseat the current governor of Texas. He's already in a relationship with a woman much better suited to be a politician's wife, but he's never met anyone like Leta. Could this feisty, challenging woman hold the key to his heart? Kellie Coates Gilbert is a former legal investigator and trial paralegal and the author of A Woman of Fortune, Where Rivers Part, and A Reason to Stay. Gilbert crafts her emotionally charged stories about women in life‐changing circumstances in Dallas, Texas, where she lives with her husband. Learn more at www.kelliecoatesgilbert.com.

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FICTION / Christian / Suspense FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Romance / Suspense


MISSING A Novel THE NIKKI BOYD FILES #2 Lisa Harris Nikki Boyd Enters the Deadly World of Counterfeit Drugs to Find a Missing Woman Nikki Boyd isn't usually called in on homicides; her forte is missing persons. But when a case with two murdered and two missing pops up on a quiet suburban street, she's ready to start the investigation and find missing homeowners Mac and Lucy Hudson. When the first clues lead her to the boat of her friend Tyler Grant‐‐and another dead body‐‐Nikki must untangle what ties Tyler to the Hudsons. The clues pull her into a deadly maze of counterfeit drugs and a killer who will stop at nothing to silence anyone who threatens his business‐‐including Nikki. Christy Award‐winning and bestselling author Lisa Harris puts readers right into the action in this fast‐paced thriller that will have them turning pages long into the night. Lisa Harris is a bestselling author, a Christy Award winner, and the winner of the Best Inspirational Suspense Novel for 2011 from Romantic Times. The author of nearly thirty books, including Vendetta and the Southern Crimes series, Harris and her family have spent twelve years living as missionaries in southern Africa. Learn more at www.lisaharriswrites.com.

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HONOR REDEEMED A Novel KEYS OF PROMISE #2 Christine Johnson Two Men Vie for Her Affection‐‐Survival Will Depend on Choosing the Right One Two years ago, Prosperity Jones waved farewell to her beloved David as the army sent him to faraway Key West. Now with her parents gone, she has but one prospect for the future: make the dangerous journey from Nantucket to Key West to reunite with David and secure a happier life. Arriving penniless in the South, Prosperity is dismayed to find David married to someone else. Scrambling to survive and nursing a broken heart, she gains the friendship‐‐and the affection‐‐of a kind doctor. Could he be the answer to her loneliness? Or will her life be upended by circumstance yet again? With a deft hand, Christine Johnson fills the reader's senses with the sights, sounds, and smells of Key West in this heartwarming story of honor lost, honor redeemed, and a love forged in adversity. Christine Johnson is the author of Love's Rescue, as well as several books for Steeple Hill and Love Inspired. She was twice named a finalist for Romance Writers of America's Golden Heart Award. When not writing, she loves to hike and explore God's majestic creation. These days, she and her husband, a Great Lakes ship pilot, split their time between northern Michigan and the Florida Keys.

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TO FOLLOW HER HEART A Novel THE SOUTHOLD CHRONICLES #3 Rebecca DeMarino Satisfying, Emotionally Rich Conclusion to The Southold Chronicles Series It is 1664 and Patience Terry is devastated to learn that Captain Jeremy Horton's ship has been shipwrecked off the coast of Barbados, with no survivors. She had hoped that Jeremy would someday give up the sea and settle down with her in Southold, Long Island. Unaware his memorial service is being planned, Jeremy is rescued and aboard a British Naval Gunship with secret orders to attack New Amsterdam and claim it for the British Crown. When he makes his surprise return to Southold‐‐and to an overjoyed Patience‐‐it's not the happily‐ever‐after his beloved had hoped for. With a finely tuned sense for authentic historical characters and settings, Rebecca DeMarino plunges readers into the 17th century‐‐a world of high seas and tall ships, daring journeys and yearning hearts. Rebecca DeMarino is the author of A Place in His Heart and To Capture Her Heart. A member of American Christian Fiction Writers, Romance Writers of America, and The Southold Long Island Historical Society, she was a 2011 Genesis Award semifinalist. Rebecca is retired from a major airline and lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, Tom. Learn more at www.rebeccademarino.com.

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AUGUST 2016Revell

FICTION / Thrillers / Technological FICTION / Action & Adventure FICTION / Thrillers / General


FLASH POINT FAULT LINES #2 Thomas Locke What If the Limits of Time and Space Were Breached? Junior financial analyst Lena Fairchild loves managing risk and making money. Yet when she gets a mysterious invitation to take a leap into the unknown, she does not hesitate. Soon a series of events takes her to the brink of destruction. But Lena refuses to give in, entranced by glimpses of a future that redefine everything. Reese Clawson emerges from prison gripped by the slow burn of revenge. She will track everyone who hand a hand in destroying her‐‐and take them out. First on the list is Charlie Hazard. As time and space become jumbled, Lena and Reese are pulled into a collision course that could alter the parameters of human consciousness. Thomas Locke is a pseudonym for Davis Bunn, an award‐winning novelist with worldwide sales of seven million copies. His work has been published in twenty languages. Davis divides his time between Oxford and Florida and holds a lifelong passion for speculative stories. He is the author of Emissary and Merchant of Alyss in the Legends of the Realm series and Trial Run in the Fault Lines series. Learn more at www.tlocke.com.

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FICTION / Thrillers / Technological FICTION / Action & Adventure FICTION / Thrillers / General

AUGUST 2 9780800724368 • US $19.99 CAN $24.99 Hardback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 368 pages Carton Quantity: 32

FLASH POINT FAULT LINES #2 Thomas Locke What If the Limits of Time and Space Were Breached? Junior financial analyst Lena Fairchild loves managing risk and making money. Yet when she gets a mysterious invitation to take a leap into the unknown, she does not hesitate. Soon a series of events takes her to the brink of destruction. But Lena refuses to give in, entranced by glimpses of a future that redefine everything. Reese Clawson emerges from prison gripped by the slow burn of revenge. She will track everyone who hand a hand in destroying her‐‐and take them out. First on the list is Charlie Hazard. As time and space become jumbled, Lena and Reese are pulled into a collision course that could alter the parameters of human consciousness. Thomas Locke is a pseudonym for Davis Bunn, an award‐winning novelist with worldwide sales of seven million copies. His work has been published in twenty languages. Davis divides his time between Oxford and Florida and holds a lifelong passion for speculative stories. He is the author of Emissary and Merchant of Alyss in the Legends of the Realm series and Trial Run in the Fault Lines series. Learn more at www.tlocke.com.

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FICTION / Christian / Suspense FICTION / Christian / Romance FICTION / Romance / Suspense shelf talker: 9780800727598


WITHOUT WARNING A Novel ELITE GUARDIANS #2 Lynette Eason Taut Writing and Breakneck Pacing That Will Keep Readers Up All Night Katie Singleton, a partner with the Elite Guardians Protection Agency, stumbles upon her next assignment quite by accident. Spotting blue lights at a familiar restaurant, she stops to investigate, only to discover that owner Daniel Matthews has become the target of someone who will go to any lengths to put him out of business. Daniel might be concerned, but he's not convinced that a bodyguard‐‐and a female one at that‐‐is necessary. A new attack and his niece's urgings are enough to make him reconsider. He and Katie must figure out who's behind the intimidation and threats‐‐before a would‐be killer strikes again. Witty dialogue and a simmering attraction will have readers flying through this tension‐laced thriller. Eason exercises complete control of her readers' emotions as they race through the pages to discover the truth. Lynette Eason is the bestselling author of the Women of Justice series, the Deadly Reunions series, and the Hidden Identity series, as well as Always Watching in the Elite Guardians series. She is the winner of an ACFW Carol Award, the Selah Award, and the Inspirational Readers' Choice Award. She has a master's degree in education from Converse College and she lives in South Carolina. Learn more at www.lynetteeason.com.

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APRIL 2016Bethany House

RELIGION / Christian Life / General RELIGION / Christian Ministry / Youth

APRIL 5 9780764217760 • US $10.99 CAN $13.99 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 144 pages Carton Quantity: 72

LIVE SMART Preparing for the Future God Wants for You Dan Dumas A Guide to Living Wisely While You're Young As a professor and youth director, author Dan Dumas has seen that young people have high expectations for themselves. They want their lives to matter, and there's no reason our expectations for them should be any different. This book presents practical tools and biblical advice to middle school and high school‐aged readers so they can make the most of their youth. It covers everything from making the right friendships to how to think about education and how to invest in their relationships with God. The habits a person forms when they're young can last a l ifetime‐‐now's the time to make it count. This book is ideal for parents and youth pastors to give to young people to read on their own or study in groups. Dan Dumas (DMin in leadership, Southern Seminary) has served as a college pastor for seventeen years with extensive experience discipling young people. Dan runs youth conferences for the Southern Baptist church and has also taught classes as a professor at Boyce College and Southern Seminary. Dan lives with his wife and children in Kentucky.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / General RELIGION / Christian Life / Women's Issues shelf talker: 9780764299131


COME WITH ME Discovering the Beauty of Following Where He Leads Suzanne Eller Proverbs 31 Author Calls Women to a Revolutionary Faith What if there was a real‐life invitation to a lifetime of unexpected destinations and adventure? What if your faith was the key? In her warm, conversational way, Proverbs 31 author Suzie Eller shows how your faith is just that. How when you take a step away from the uncertainty, the to‐do list, the busy life, the worries and excuses, you take a step toward the One who promises to delight and surprise. Who brings you deeper than you ever thought possible. Two thousand years ago, 12 men answered the call to follow a man they hardly knew‐‐and they were changed in ways they never imagined. Today that same invitation echoes across history, beckoning you to an adventure that will spill into every aspect of your faith and life. Come with Me. Will you say yes? Suzanne (Suzie) Eller is a Proverbs 31 Ministries (www.proverbs31.org) author and speaker. She has ministered to groups of all sizes across the globe and has been featured on programs including The Harvest Show, MidDay Connection, Focus on the Family, and Aspiring Women. Suzie is part of the Bible Gateway Blogger team, and she also shares monthly motivational one‐minutes with KLRC (Fayetteville, AR), a regional radio station. Learn more at www.tsuzanneeller.com.

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SPIRITUAL WARFARE FOR YOUR FAMILY What You Need to Know to Protect Your Children Leighann McCoy A Practical Guide to Preparing and Protecting Families from Spiritual Attack Parents and grandparents long to protect their children, yet many don't know how to fight spiritual battles for their kids. But you can win the battle on the home front! In these pages you will be equipped to defend and fight for your family. You will learn what spiritual warfare is as it relates to your children as well as offensive tactics for how you can strike first through prayer and knowledge of God's Word. Discover why you might be losing battles at home and weapons for waging war on behalf of your loved ones. Through personal and biblical stories, you will be empowered to recognize areas of vulnerability in your own family and keep your loved ones safe. Leighann McCoy is a sought‐after speaker and the author of Spiritual Warfare for Women. She is the prayer and women's minister at a large Southern Baptist church where her husband serves as pastor, and she has written a number of devotionals and Bible studies. Leighann has been interviewed on numerous radio shows, including For Faith & Family and Moody Radio. She lives with her family in Tennessee. Learn more at www.leighannmccoy.com.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Women's Issues shelf talker: 9780764299087


SECOND CHANCES Finding Healing for Your Pain, Regaining Your Strength, Celebrating Your New Life Pat Smith Let Go of the Past‐‐Embrace Your Second Chance You have a destiny. You may have lost sight of it, opened a wrong door, taken a misleading path, but it's there‐‐you haven't missed your chance! Yet it can be hard to see, hard to find, when the only things in front of you are challenging circumstances, lost opportunities, or overwhelming obstacles. But there is hope! With warmth and insight, Pat Smith shares the truths she and other women have learned on their own journeys from heartache to hope. She encourages and empowers you to recommit to the destiny God has for you in life, love, work, and faith. She also shows how to let go of what's holding you back, reinvent yourself, and rediscover your purpose and joy. There is a second chance waiting for you‐‐it's time to celebrate your new life! Pat Smith is the founder and CEO of Treasure You, which inspires women to pursue their second chance in life despite circumstances or setbacks. Pat has been seen on Extra, Access Hollywood, in the TBN special A Night of Amazing Women, and on Marcus and Joni Lamb's Celebration. Currently she is working on Second Chances, a new television show for the Oprah Winfrey Network (projected air date in spring 2016). Pat lives in Texas. Learn more at www.treasureyou.org.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Inspirational RELIGION / Christian Life / Personal Growth RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth

COLLIDING WITH DESTINY Finding Hope in the Legacy of Ruth Sarah Jakes The biblical story of Ruth is a journey of transformation. Her life was full of heartache and pain, yet she never let her past define her. No matter what's in your past, or what you might be struggling with, you will find hope and encouragement in Ruth's story. Your yesterday does not have to dictate your tomorrow! Sarah Jakes is a businesswoman, writer, speaker, and media personality. She is the senior editor of the online magazine eMotions and, with her husband, Touré Roberts, ministers to those in the TV, film, and music industries. Sarah is a mom of two and lives in the Los Angeles area. Learn more about her and her ministry at www.sarahjakesroberts.com.


JUNE 21 9780764217999 US $14.99 CAN $17.99 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 224 pages Carton Quantity: 56

RELIGION / Christian Life / Inspirational HISTORY / Military / World War II BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Military

OUT OF THE DEPTHS An Unforgettable WWII Story of Survival, Courage, and the Sinking of the USS Indianapolis Edgar Harrell, USMC, with David Harrell On July 30, 1945, the USS Indianapolis was sunk by Japanese torpedoes, leaving over 900 men stranded in the shark‐infested waters of the Pacific for five agonizing days and nights. This is one man's story of courage, ingenuity, and faith in God's providence in the midst of the worst naval disaster in U.S. history. Edgar Harrell, USMC (Ret.), served on the board of the Moody Bible Institute and has been a lay minister. He lives in Tennessee and speaks extensively about his survival at sea. David Harrell, PhD, is Edgar Harrell's son. He is the pastor‐teacher of Calvary Bible Church in Tennessee.



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RELIGION / Christian Life / General RELIGION / Christian Theology / Angelology & Demonology shelf talker: 9780764298684

JUNE 21 9780764213304 • US $19.99 CAN $24.99 Hardback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 224 pages Carton Quantity: 32

ANGELS Who They Are, What They Do, and Why It Matters Jack Graham Leading Baptist Pastor Teaches the Truth about Angels Myths about angels are everywhere. Do we become angels when we die? Are angels always hovering nearby, on guard to protect us from danger? Can we talk to them? Many of our ideas about angels come from the media, which is more interested in ratings and ticket sales than truth. As Christians it's important to understand what angels really are. Pastor Jack Graham walks readers through Scripture, revealing the truth about angels and their roles as worshipers of the Lord, witnesses to his glory, and warriors fighting on his behalf. Focusing on practical application, Dr. Graham separates fact from fiction, encouraging you to become a better worshiper, warrior, and witness. Includes end‐of‐chapter questions. A small‐group curriculum DVD will also be available. Dr. Jack Graham (DMin, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary) is the pastor of Prestonwood Baptist Church, one of the nation's largest, most dynamic congregations, and has served two terms as president of the Southern Baptist Convention. He can be seen and heard throughout the world via PowerPoint Ministries, broadcast on TBN, Daystar TV, and hundreds of radio stations. Dr. Graham and his wife, Deb, live in Texas. Learn more at www.jackgraham.org.

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NOVEMBER 2015Bethany House

GAMES / Board Games RELIGION / Christian Life / Devotional

NOVEMBER 3, 2015 9780764218620 • US $12.99 CAN $15.99 Paperback / softback 8.500 in W | 11.000 in H 48 pages Carton Quantity: 68

LIVE LOVED An Adult Coloring Book Margaret Feinberg A Beautiful, Relaxing Way to Meditate on God's Word Playing with color isn't just for kids‐‐it's good for grown‐ups, too! It's relaxing, creatively fulfilling, and can help you connect with the God who loves you more than you know. Highlighting verses from the Bible that focus on God's abundant love for each of us, this beautiful books presents his love in a fun and creative format. Drink deeply from Scripture as you color the intricate artwork. Space is included for reflections, prayers, or even doodles. You can even share your art‐‐and God's love‐‐with others by posting photos on social media. Gather your favorite coloring supplies and start creating! Margaret Feinberg is a popular Bible teacher and speaker at churches, and leads conferences such as Catalyst, Thrive, and Women of Joy. Her books, including The Organic God, The Sacred Echo, Scouting the Divine, Wonderstruck, and Fight Back With Joy, and their corresponding Bible studies, have sold nearly one million copies and received critical acclaim and extensive national media coverage. Margaret and her husband, Leif, live in Utah.

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JESUS TALKED TO ME TODAY True Stories of Children's Encounters with Angels, Miracles, and God James Stuart Bell, comp. A Heartwarming Story Collection of Children's Encounters with God, Angels, and Miracles Children have a special place in Jesus' heart. He said they are the greatest in the kingdom of heaven, and their angels continually see the face of God. Perhaps that's why children seem to be more receptive to supernatural experiences than adults. This new collection reveals how God works in the lives of these precious little ones. It contains the touching true stories of children who have heard Jesus speak, encountered angels, and experienced miracles. We could all use more childlike faith, and these stories "from the mouths of babes" will encourage readers to be open to hear from the Lord in a fresh, sweet, and pure way. James Stuart Bell is a Christian publishing veteran and the owner of Whitestone Communications, a literary development agency. He is the editor of many story collections, including God Encounters, the Cup of Comfort and Life Savors series, as well as the coauthor of numerous books in the Complete Idiot's Guide series. He has cover credit on over one hundred books, and he and his wife live in the western suburbs of Chicago.

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INTERCESSORY PRAYER, REPACKAGED ED. How God Can Use Your Prayers to Move Heaven and Earth Dutch Sheets Bestselling Author Inspires Prayer for the Impossible Called foundational, revolutionary, illuminating, and motivating, Intercessory Prayer continues to be a classic work after more than 20 years. This rich, biblical teaching is full of fresh insights showing how vital our prayers are and how God has always planned to work in partnership with us through prayer. As Dutch explains the nuts and bolts of prayer with wisdom, gentleness, and humor, readers will find inspiration and courage to pray for the impossible‐‐and the persistence to see prayers to completion. A workbook and 8‐session DVD are also available, making this book ideal for small groups, church classes, or individuals who want to go deeper on their own. Dutch Sheets is an internationally recognized author, teacher, and speaker. Based in Colorado, he travels extensively, empowering believers for passionate prayer and societal transformation. He has pastored, taught, and served on the board of directors of numerous organizations. A messenger of hope for America, his greatest passion is to see America experience a sweeping revival and return to its godly heritage. Learn more at www.dutchsheets.org.

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INTERCESSORY PRAYER DVD, REPACKAGED ED. How God Can Use Your Prayers to Move Heaven and Earth Dutch Sheets In eight 30‐minute teaching sessions, Dutch Sheets explains the nuts and bolts of prayer, revealing the vital role our prayers play in God's plan. With foundational biblical teaching and practical tools, he equips all believers to become bolder, more effective intercessors. The perfect resource for small groups and church classes. Dutch Sheets is an internationally recognized author, teacher, and speaker. Based in Colorado, he travels extensively, empowering believers for passionate prayer and societal transformation. He has pastored, taught, and served on the board of directors of numerous organizations. A messenger of hope for America, his greatest passion is to see America experience a sweeping revival and return to its godly heritage. Learn more at www.dutchsheets.org.

JULY 2016 Bethany House Publishers 9780764218668 US $29.99 CAN $37.49 DVD‐ROM 5.380 in W | 7.500 in H Carton Quantity: 100

INTERCESSORY PRAYER STUDY GUIDE, REPACKAGED ED. How God Can Use Your Prayers to Move Heaven and Earth Dutch Sheets Through thought‐provoking questions and practical application, this study guide, when used with Intercessory Prayer, will help you become a bolder, more effective, and steadfast intercessor. You'll be inspired‐‐and prepared‐‐to pray for the impossible. Dutch Sheets is an internationally recognized author, teacher, and speaker. Based in Colorado, he travels extensively, empowering believers for passionate prayer and societal transformation. He has pastored, taught, and served on the board of directors of numerous organizations. A messenger of hope for America, his greatest passion is to see America experience a sweeping revival and return to its godly heritage. Learn more at www.dutchsheets.org.

JULY 2016 Bethany House Publishers JULY 19 9780764217883 US $12.99 CAN $15.99 Paperback / softback 6.000 in W | 9.000 in H 192 pages Carton Quantity: 72 RELIGION / Christian Life / Prayer RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth

INTERCESSORY PRAYER, YOUTH ED. How Prayer Really Works Dutch Sheets Is prayer really necessary? Am I praying wrong? In this youth edition of his bestselling book Intercessory Prayer, Dutch Sheets speaks to the curious hearts of young people, addressing their tough questions and offering practical advice. With relatable stories, proven prayer strategies, and study questions, this is a great gift for young believers. Dutch Sheets is an internationally recognized author, teacher, and speaker. Based in Colorado, he travels extensively, empowering believers for passionate prayer and societal transformation. He has pastored, taught, and served on the board of directors of numerous organizations. A messenger of hope for America, his greatest passion is to see America experience a sweeping revival and return to its godly heritage. Learn more at www.dutchsheets.org.

JULY 2016 Bethany House Publishers JULY 19 9780764217906 US $13.99 CAN $17.49 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 160 pages Carton Quantity: 56 JUVENILE NONFICTION / Religious / Christian / Devotional & Prayer Previously published as Getting in God's Face

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THE 100 BEST BIBLE VERSES ON HEAVEN Troy Schmidt An Easy‐to‐Use Guide to Help Readers Learn about Heaven Everyone wants to know what happens after they die. Many authors have tried to describe and explain the mysteries of heaven, but what does the Bible say about it? The 100 Best Bible Verses on Heaven goes straight to the source of all Truth to give insight into the afterlife. The 100 verses that are highlighted include the well‐known passages as well as hidden treasures. Each verse is followed by a brief devotional reading that will help you find understanding and comfort from the text, and in the process draw ever nearer to God. The book's length and focus make it perfect as a daily meditation or to read as a family. It also makes an ideal gift for those who love the Bible and seek the hope of God's promises. Troy Schmidt's career has included writing inspirational books for both adults and children and creating videos including Max Lucado's Hermie and Friends. He is the consulting producer for The American Bible Challenge with Jeff Foxworthy. In addition, he is a campus pastor at First Baptist Church of Windermere, Florida. Troy and his wife have three sons and make their home in Florida. To learn more visit troyeschmidt.com.

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ANSWERS TO THE MOST IMPORTANT QUESTIONS ABOUT THE END TIMES Will I have to go through the tribulation? Who is the Antichrist? What is Armageddon? What will the New Jerusalem be like? And many more Dr. John Hart Everything You Need to Know about the End Times in One Guide For everyone who is curious, confused, or even fearful about Jesus' second coming, the Antichrist, the end of the world, the book of Revelation, and biblical prophecy, Dr. John Hart clearly and respectfully offers real, biblical answers. He reveals exactly what God's Word says as well as what it doesn't say, explaining how it impacts your family and friends. This slender volume answers everyone's most‐asked questions, and even includes a list of Bible references for further study. Dr. John Hart (ThM, Dallas Theological Seminary; ThD, Grace Theological Seminary) is Professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute, and is the author of 50 Things You Need to Know About Heaven and Demonology and the Mission Field. Dr. Hart lives in Indiana.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Women's Issues RELIGION / Christian Life / Prayer shelf talker: 9780764299148


YOUR POWERFUL PRAYERS Reaching the Heart of God with a Bold and Humble Faith Susie Larson How to Reach God's Heart with Bold, Humble Prayers The all‐powerful God of the universe loves you and wants to talk with you! Drawing from thirty years of journaling, trusted author and radio host Susie Larson shares the secrets to effective prayer. She will help you put into action the powerful combination of a humble reverence before God and a tenacious hold on the promises he gives his beloved children, drawing you closer to God and changing how you see yourself and your circumstances. Sharing personal stories and biblical insights, Susie shows how to: ∙ Pray specifically and persistently for God's promises ∙ Overcome common hindrances to effective prayer ∙ Move from begging and pleading to praying and believing Discover your unique identity in Christ and confidently embrace his personal provision, power, and love. Susie Larson hosts a daily radio talk show that airs across the upper Midwest, contributes a weekly feature heard nationally on Moody Radio, and is a keynote speaker at more than fifteen events nationally each year. Susie and her husband, Kevin, have three adult sons and live in Minnesota. Learn more at www.susielarson.com.

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YOUR POWERFUL PRAYERS DVD Reaching the Heart of God with a Bold and Humble Faith Susie Larson In six 30‐minute sessions, Susie Larson expands on the teaching in Your Powerful Prayers, inviting believers to pray with reverence and expectation. Through personal stories and biblical insights, she helps believers discover their unique identities in Christ and learn to pray with faith and joy. Ideal for small group and church use. Susie Larson hosts a daily radio talk show that airs across the upper Midwest, contributes a weekly feature heard nationally on Moody Radio, and is a keynote speaker at more than fifteen events nationally each year. Susie and her husband, Kevin, have three adult sons and live in Minnesota. Learn more at www.susielarson.com.


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RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Warfare Previously published as The Beginner's Guide to Spiritual Warfare

THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO SPIRITUAL WARFARE Learn to Use Spiritual Weapons; Keep Your Mind and Heart Strong in Christ; Recognize Satan's Lies and Defend Your Loved Ones Neil T. Anderson and Timothy M. Warner What is spiritual warfare? Who should engage in it? How can I protect myself and the ones I love from Satan's attacks? In this foundational handbook for spiritual warfare, Neil Anderson and Timothy Warner offer a step‐by‐step, biblically‐grounded guide to obtaining victory in spiritual battles. Dr. Neil T. Anderson is founder and president emeritus of Freedom in Christ Ministries. The bestselling author of Victory Over the Darkness, he and his wife live in Tennessee. Learn more at www.ficm.org. Dr. Timothy M. Warner was a professor at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and is now a lecturer and seminar leader with Freedom in Christ Ministries. He and his wife live in Indiana.



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AUGUST 16 9780764206290 • US $49.99 CAN $62.49 Hardback 6.500 in W | 9.250 in H 1,824 pages Carton Quantity: 10

KJV REESE CHRONOLOGICAL STUDY BIBLE Edward Reese Classic KJV Chronological Bible Now Redesigned with In‐Depth Study Notes With over 200,000 copies sold, the Reese Chronological Bible is the trusted text for those reading through the King James Version in historical order. Now this classic Bible has a fully redesigned two‐color interior packed full of in‐depth study materials, including: ∙ detailed timelines ∙ geographical and archeological notes that help verify Scripture accounts ∙ cultural and historical notes that shed light on biblical contexts ∙ explanations of difficult passages and words ∙ ages and genealogies of key figures ∙ translations of weights and measurements to today's usage ∙ 365‐day reading plan Arranged in chronological sections, this easy‐to‐use volume will help you understand the Bible, its story‐‐and its significance to us today‐‐even better. Edward Reese (1928‐2015) graduated from Moody Bible Institute in 1950. Dr. Reese served as a missionary, evangelist, pastor, college professor, and consultant to many Christian organizations for more than 60 years. The chronological Bible is one of his life works, the other being the Reese Chronological Encyclopedia of Christian Biographies. Dr. Reese last taught at The Crown College, in Tennessee, where he and his wife, Margaret, made their home.

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THE OFFICIAL BIBLE BRILLIANT TRIVIA BOOK Questions, Puzzles, and Quizzes from Genesis to Revelation Timothy E. Parker The Most Comprehensive Bible Trivia Book Ever Written What Old Testament character's name means "laughter?" How many days did the Passover last? What did David take to his brothers who were fighting the Philistines? Who plotted the execution of John the Baptist? What was Paul's secret for being content? The answers to these and thousands more questions can be found in Bible Brilliant. Created by a Guinness World Record Puzzle Master and the senior crossword puzzle editor of USA Today Crosswords, this is the largest collection of organized Bible trivia ever published. Along with more than six thousand challenging trivia questions, it includes these entertaining bonus materials: ∙ A self‐scoring system ∙ The 60 most difficult Bible trivia questions of all time ∙ 44 "Did You Know" facts ∙ 5 Bible crosswords ∙ 18 Bible word challenges Designed to teach, challenge, enlighten, and entertain, this compendium of trivia guarantees hours of fun for all ages. Timothy E. Parker is a Guinness World Records Puzzle Master and an ordained minister. He entertains over twenty million puzzle solvers as the senior crossword puzzle editor of USA Today Crosswords and the editor of the Universal lines of puzzles. He is the author of more than thirty books. CNN calls his puzzles, "Smart games for smart people," and he has created custom games for companies including Microsoft, Disney, Coca‐Cola, Nike, Warner Bros., and Comcast.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth RELIGION / Christian Life / General shelf talker: 9780800727604


WITHOUT RIVAL Incomparably Made, Uniquely Loved, Powerfully Purposed Lisa Bevere Bold Bible Teacher Empowers Women to Live Free from Comparison and Rivalry In this day of challenge and opportunity, women have been the victims of constant comparison and rivalry. It has robbed the church of the feminine voice and contribution that would make her strong. In a wild, vibrant, and relatable style, Lisa challenges women to: ∙ embrace the fact that God loves us uniquely rather than equally ∙ realize their undisputed calling ∙ reconnect to their divine identity ∙ dismantle the rivalries that keep us from God's fullness There has never been a more desperate need for each of us to discover who and why we are a daughter without rival, loved by a God without rival, entrusted with a promise without rival, to complete an assignment without rival, that is destined for an eternity without rival. Lisa Bevere is a sought‐after international speaker, a bestselling author, and the cohost of The Messenger television program, which is broadcast in more than two hundred countries. The author of Lioness Arising, Girls with Swords, and Fight Like a Girl, Lisa is a frequent guest on Life Today and has been a speaker at Women of Faith, Joyce Meyer conferences, and Hillsong Church. She and her husband, John, have four sons and live in Colorado. Learn more at wwwlisabevere.com.

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BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Religious BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Sports SPORTS & RECREATION / Basketball shelf talker: 9780800727611


MORE THAN RIVALS A Championship Game and a Friendship That Moved a Town Beyond Black and White Ken Abraham An Inspiring True Story Set in the Midst of the Civil Rights Era By 1970, racial tension was at a breaking point in the southern town of Gallatin, Tennessee. Desegregation had emotions running high. The town was a powder keg ready to erupt. But it was also on the verge of something incredible. Eddie Sherlin and Bill Ligon were boys growing up on opposite sides of the tracks who shared a passion for basketball. They knew the barriers that divided them‐‐some physical landmarks and some hidden in the heart‐‐but those barriers melted away when the boys were on the court. After years of playing wherever they could find a hoop, Eddie and Bill entered the rigors of their respective high school teams. And at the end of the 1970 season, all‐white Gallatin High and all‐black Union High faced each other in a once‐in‐a‐lifetime championship game. What happened that night would challenge Eddie and Bill‐‐and transform their town. Readers will love this fast‐paced true story of courage, determination, character, and forgiveness. Ken Abraham is the New York Times bestselling author of many books, including Against All Odds with Chuck Norris and Let's Roll with Lisa Beamer. His work has been featured on 20/20, Dateline, Larry King Live, Good Morning America, The CBS Morning Show, The Today Show, and many more. At present, Ken has more than ten million books in print. Learn more at www.kenabrahambooks.com.

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FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Parenting / Motherhood RELIGION / Christian Life / Family HUMOR / Topic / Marriage & Family


MOMMY NEEDS A RAISE (BECAUSE QUITTING’S NOT AN OPTION) Sarah Parshall Perry Goodbye, Board Room and Legal Briefs‐‐Hello, Dimples, Diapers, and Destruction Women know that raising children will be different from climbing the corporate ladder. But nothing can truly prepare them for the mind‐muddling world of motherhood. It doesn't take long for a new mom to question whether her tyrannical, diapered boss really understands her value to the organization. Because honestly? She's not always sure herself. With her signature wit, lawyer‐turned‐full‐time‐mommy Sarah Parshall Perry says what all new moms are thinking when they trade annual reports for homework help and yoga pants. Perry invites moms to laugh alongside her amidst the "Are you kidding me?!" moments that come with the job of raising humans. This book is story of every mother who gives up one thing to get something better‐‐and ends up finding out what she's worth along the way. Sarah Parshall Perry (JD, University of Virginia School of Law) is a wife and mother of three. She is the author of Sand in My Sandwich, coauthor of When the Fairy Dust Settles, contributing writer to The Horse of My Heart, and writer of many articles, op‐eds, and award‐winning stories. Sarah currently writes for www.chosenfamilies.org and www.specialneedsparenting.net. She lives in Baltimore, Maryland. Learn more at www.sarahperrywrites.com.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Personal Growth RELIGION / Christian Life / Inspirational SELF‐HELP / Personal Growth / General


STANDING UP WHEN LIFE FALLS DOWN AROUND YOU Elizabeth B. Brown Compassionate and Practical Advice Helps Readers Move through Hard Times There are things in life that knock us to the ground. The death of a loved one, the loss of a job, the betrayal of a friend, the turmoil of complex family issues. Sometimes it feels as though life is falling down around us. In those world‐rocking times, we can hang on to hurts or we can surrender our pain to the One who promises us abundant life. In this practical and encouraging book, trusted author Elizabeth B. Brown shows weary readers not only how to survive life's difficulties but how to move beyond them to a place of strength and confidence. She shows them that they are not alone and are not destined for a life defined by the chaos of crises. Then she shows readers how to understand and accept their situation, surround themselves with people who can guide and encourage them, and grow through the process. Elizabeth B. Brown is a teacher, speaker, and professional counselor. The author of the popular Living Successfully with Screwed‐Up People, Working Successfully with Screwed‐Up People, and Surviving the Loss of a Child, Brown and her husband live in Tennessee. Learn more at www.elizabethbbrown.com.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Personal Growth SELF‐HELP / Mood Disorders / Depression


HOPE PREVAILS Insights from a Doctor's Personal Journey through Depression Dr. Michelle Bengtson Neuropsychologist Offers Hope to Those Struggling with Depression As a board‐certified neuropsychologist, Dr. Michelle Bengtson sees the devastation of depression. Early on, she practiced the most effective treatments and prescribed them for her clients. But when she experienced depression herself, she found that the treatments she had recommended were lacking. Her experience showed her the missing component in treating depression. In Hope Prevails, Dr. Bengtson writes with deep compassion, blending her training and faith, to offer readers a hope grounded in God's love and grace. She helps readers understand what depression is, how it affects them spiritually, and what, by God's grace, it cannot do. The result is an approach that offers the hope of release, not just the management of symptoms. For those who struggle with depression and those who want to help them, Hope Prevails offers hope for the future. Dr. Michelle Bengtson (PhD, Nova Southeastern University) has been a neuropsychologist for more than twenty years. She interned at the University of Oklahoma with "The Father of Neuropsychology," Dr. Oscar "Oz" Parsons, and completed postdoctoral training at both the Henry Ford Hospital and the University of Alabama Health Sciences Center. She lives in Dallas/Fort Worth with her husband, their two sons, and three dogs. Learn more at www.drmichellebengtson.com.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Love & Marriage FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Marriage & Long Term Relationships


I WISH HE HAD COME WITH INSTRUCTIONS The Woman's Guide to a Man's Brain Mike Bechtle What Is He Really Thinking? When a woman begins a relationship with a man, she may think she's found her knight in shining armor. As the relationship continues, that armor can begin to feel like a barricade she just can't get past it. What's he hiding in there, anyway? Relationship and communication expert Mike Bechtle offers women an insider's guide to the puzzling male brain. Simple and practical, this book provides women with a roadmap for better conversations and improved relationships. Bechtle reminds readers that men and women share many similarities, and by embracing those similarities they can better deal with differences. He explains how men think, act, communicate, and grow in relationships, and even offers tips for communicating in a toxic relationship. Wives, girlfriends, mothers, daughters, friends, and coworkers will find real help within these pages. Mike Bechtle (EdD, Arizona State University) is the author of People Can't Drive You Crazy If You Don't Give Them the Keys, How to Communicate with Confidence, and You Can't Text a Tough Conversation. His articles have appeared in publications such as Writer's Digest, Pastors.com, and Entrepreneur. A frequent speaker, Bechtle lives in California. Learn more at www.mikebechtle.com.

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EXCELLENCE PLAYBOOK True Champions Talk about the Heart and Soul in Sports Fellowship of Christian Athletes These pocket‐sized books help athletes and coaches integrate their Christian values into the sports they love. Since 1954, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes has challenged athletes and coaches to impact the world for Jesus. FCA cultivates Christian principles in communities throughout the world by encouraging, equipping, and empowering others to serve as examples and to make a difference. Reaching over two million people annually on the professional, college, high school, junior high, and youth levels, FCA has grown into one of the largest sports ministries. Learn more at www.fca.org.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Inspirational

TEAMWORK PLAYBOOK True Champions Talk about the Heart and Soul in Sports Fellowship of Christian Athletes These pocket‐sized books help athletes and coaches integrate their Christian values into the sports they love. Since 1954, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes has challenged athletes and coaches to impact the world for Jesus. FCA cultivates Christian principles in communities throughout the world by encouraging, equipping, and empowering others to serve as examples and to make a difference. Reaching over two million people annually on the professional, college, high school, junior high, and youth levels, FCA has grown into one of the largest sports ministries. Learn more at www.fca.org.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Love & Marriage RELIGION / Christian Life / Relationships

AVAILABLE 9780800725860 • US $14.99 CAN $17.99 Paperback / softback 6.000 in W | 9.000 in H | 0.775 lb Wt 256 pages Carton Quantity: 40

THE HEART OF REMARRIAGE Gary and Greg Smalley, with Dan and Marci Cretsinger Bestselling Authors and Counselors Help Remarried Couples Grow and Strengthen Their Families Too often, couples enter remarriage unaware of and unprepared for the challenges stepfamily life will bring. The Heart of Remarriage helps couples heal from the inside out rather than offering surface suggestions that may change circumstances but not the lives of couples and their families. Drs. Gary and Greg Smalley partner with remarried couple Dan and Marci Cretsinger to offer a marriage‐changing idea: No matter what circumstances or challenges a remarried couple and their stepfamily face, the solution starts in their hearts. Couples will learn how to examine their own hearts and heal them from past hurts, so they can be filled with God's love. The Heart of Remarriage teaches readers how to create emotional security for every family member and offers practical ideas for connecting at the heart level with their spouse and children. Gary Smalley is a counselor and the president and founder of the Smalley Relationship Center. His award‐winning books have sold over six million copies. Gary has been a guest on numerous national TV shows, including The Oprah Winfrey Show and NBC's The Today Show. Greg Smalley is the director of marriage ministries for the Center for Relationship Enrichment at John Brown University. Greg is the author or coauthor of several books, including The Marriage You've Always Dreamed Of.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Family FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Parenting / General


TENGAN UN NUEVO ADOLESCENTE PARA EL VIERNES De respondón y malhumorado a respetuoso y responsable en solo 5 días Dr. Kevin Leman New York Times Bestselling Author's Advice for Parents of Teenagers‐‐Now Available in a Spanish mass market ed. With his signature wit and commonsense psychology, internationally recognized family expert and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Kevin Leman helps Spanish‐speaking parents: ∙ communicate with the "whatever" generation ∙ establish healthy boundaries and workable guidelines ∙ gain respect‐‐even admiration‐‐from their teenager ∙ turn selfish behavior around ∙ navigate the critical years with confidence ∙ pack their teenager's bags with what he or she needs for life now and in the future ∙ become the major difference‐maker in their teenager's life Teenagers can successfully face the many temptations of adolescence and grow up to be great adults. And parents, Dr. Leman says, are the ones who can make all the difference, because they count far more in their teenager's life than they'll ever know. Dr. Kevin Leman is an internationally known psychologist, humorist, and New York Times bestsell ing author of Have a New Kid by Friday. He is the author of more than fifty books, including The Birth Order Book and Making Children Mind without Losing Yours. He is a frequent guest on national media, including Fox & Friends, The Early Show, and Focus on the Family. He and his wife, Sande, live in Arizona. They have five children and two grandchildren. Learn more at www.drkevinleman.com.

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THE SECRET OF A HAPPY DAY Reflections on Psalm 23 J. Wilbur Chapman Classic devotional invites readers to experience the Great Shepherd's care, verse by verse through Psalm 23 in thirty‐one meditations. Mass market edition. Presbyterian evangelist John Wilbur Chapman (1859‐1918) was born in Indiana and educated at Oberlin College and Lane Seminary. He held pastorates in Ohio, Indiana, New York, and Pennsylvania and conducted evangelistic campaigns throughout the world. Chapman became the director of the Winona Lake Bible Conference and, in 1903, was made the executive secretary of the Presbyterian General Assembly.

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SELF‐HELP / Anxieties & Phobias RELIGION / Christian Life / Personal Growth

OVERCOMING ANXIETY, WORRY, AND FEAR Gregory L. Jantz PhD., with Ann McMurray A bestselling author and counselor with over 25 years of experience offers practical steps for dealing with worry and anxiety. Mass market edition. Gregory L. Jantz, PhD, is a popular speaker and award‐winning author of many books, including Healing the Scars of Emotional Abuse. He is the founder of The Center for Counseling & Health Resources, Inc., (www.aplaceofhope.com) in Washington state. Learn more at www.drgregoryjantz.com. Ann McMurray has coauthored several books, including Healing the Scars of Emotional Abuse. She lives in Washington and works at The Center for Counseling & Health Resources, Inc.

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MAY 2016Baker Books

RELIGION / Christian Church / History RELIGION / Christianity / History


RESCUING THE GOSPEL The Story and Significance of the Reformation Erwin W. Lutzer The Riveting Story of the Reformation and Its Significance Today The Reformation unfolded in the cathedrals and town squares of Europe‐‐in Wittenberg, Worms, Rome, Geneva, and Zurich‐‐and it is a stirring story of courage and cowardice, of betrayal and faith. The story begins with the Catholic Church and its desperate need for reform. The dramatic events that followed are traced from John Wycliffe in England, to the burning of John Hus at the stake in Prague, to the rampant sale of indulgences in the cities and towns of Germany, to Martin Luther nailing the Ninety‐Five Theses to the door of the Castle Church in 1517, to John Calvin's reform of Geneva. Erwin Lutzer captures the people, places, and big ideas that fueled the Reformation and explains its lasting influence on the church and Western Civilization. Erwin W. Lutzer (BTh, Winnipeg Bible College; ThM, Dallas Theological Seminary) is pastor emeritus of Moody Church in Chicago. He has led tours to the sites of the Reformation in Europe including Wittenberg, Worms, Geneva, and Zurich. He is an ECPA Gold Medallion Award‐winning author of several books, including Hitler's Cross, The King Is Coming, and When a Nation Forgets God. He is the featured speaker on three radio programs, including Running to Win. Lutzer and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area.

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RELIGION / Christian Theology / Apologetics RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth RELIGION / Comparative Religion


UNPARALLELED How Christianity's Uniqueness Makes It Compelling Jared C. Wilson How Christianity's Unmatched Truth Answers the Deepest Longings of Every Human Heart To the popular objection Aren't all religions basically the same? pastor and author Jared Wilson answers with an enthusiastic No! Christianity is not merely one among many similar options. It is categorically different‐‐and it's these differences that make it so compelling. In Unparalleled, Wilson holds up the teachings of the Bible to the clear light of day, revealing how Christianity rises above every other religion and philosophy of the world, and how its unmatched truth answers the deepest longings of every human heart. He provides an overview of Christianity's key claims showing how, from top to bottom, it is distinct from all other competing ideologies, religious and secular. Christians will come away with a fresh sense of the truth of their faith and nonbelievers will be compelled to consider the relevant claims of Christianity in a drastically new light. Jared C. Wilson is the director of content strategy for Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and managing editor of For the Church, Midwestern's new site for gospel‐centered resources. He is the author of several books, including Your Jesus Is Too Safe, The Storytelling God, The Prodigal Church, and Gospel Wakefulness. His writing has appeared in Tabletalk, Rev! magazine, Exponential's Leadership Learnings, Pulpit Helps magazine, and numerous other publications. His blog, The Gospel‐Driven Church, is hosted by the Gospel Coalition and he speaks at numerous churches and conferences throughout the year. Wilson lives in Kansas City.

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BIBLES / Other Translations / Text

MAY 3 9780801019135 • US $24.99 CAN $30.99 Hardback 5.375 in W | 8.250 in H 1,216 pages Carton Quantity: 20

TLV THINLINE BIBLE, HOLY SCRIPTURES HARDCOVER A New Translation to Highlight the Jewish Roots of the Christian Faith The first Christians were Jews, and the Christianity has its roots in the religion of God's chosen and called out people. Jesus's death and resurrection was not the beginning of a new religion but the fulfillment of the covenant God made with his people. Yet most Bible translations sacrifice the deep connection between the Jewish roots of our faith and the grafted‐in Gentile branches, using imprecise English terms rather than Hebrew terms that encompass a fuller meaning. The Tree of Life Version (TLV) is a new Bible translation, produced by the Messianic Jewish Family Bible Society, which highlights the rich Hebrew roots of the Christian faith by restoring: ∙ the Jewish order of the books of the Old Testament ∙ the Jewish name of the Messiah, Yeshua ∙ reverence for the four‐letter unspoken name of God ∙ Hebrew transliterated terms, such as shalom, shofar, and shabbat ∙ and more Messianic Jewish Family Bible Society The Tree of Life Version translation committee of Messianic Jewish and Christian scholars translated the original biblical languages into English to render a biblical text that is accurate, readable, reverential, and true to the Hebrew roots of the Christian faith.

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TLV THINLINE BIBLE, HOLY SCRIPTURES PAPERBACK Translated by a committee of Messianic Jewish and Christian scholars, the Tree of Life Version (TLV) highlights the Jewish roots of the Christian faith. It restores the Jewish Tanakh order of the Old Testament and includes Hebrew transliterations of key words and names. Messianic Jewish Family Bible Society The Tree of Life Version translation committee of Messianic Jewish and Christian scholars translated the original biblical languages into English to render a biblical text that is accurate, readable, reverential, and true to the Hebrew roots of the Christian faith.

MAY 2016 Baker Books

MAY 3 9780801019029 US $19.99 CAN $24.99 5.375 in W | 8.250 in H 1,232 pages Carton Quantity: 24 BIBLES / Other Translations / Text

TLV THINLINE BIBLE, HOLY SCRIPTURES, GROVE/SAND, TREE DESIGN DURAVELLA Translated by a committee of Messianic Jewish and Christian scholars, the Tree of Life Version (TLV) highlights the Jewish roots of the Christian faith. It restores the Jewish Tanakh order of the Old Testament and includes Hebrew transliterations of key words and names. Messianic Jewish Family Bible Society The Tree of Life Version translation committee of Messianic Jewish and Christian scholars translated the original biblical languages into English to render a biblical text that is accurate, readable, reverential, and true to the Hebrew roots of the Christian faith.



TLV THINLINE BIBLE, HOLY SCRIPTURES, WALNUT/BROWN, TREE DESIGN DURAVELLA Translated by a committee of Messianic Jewish and Christian scholars, the Tree of Life Version (TLV) highlights the Jewish roots of the Christian faith. It restores the Jewish Tanakh order of the Old Testament and includes Hebrew transliterations of key words and names. Messianic Jewish Family Bible Society The Tree of Life Version translation committee of Messianic Jewish and Christian scholars translated the original biblical languages into English to render a biblical text that is accurate, readable, reverential, and true to the Hebrew roots of the Christian faith.



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MAY 2016Baker Books

RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth RELIGION / Christian Life / Women's Issues


RESOLVED 10 Ways to Stand Strong and Live What You Believe Lina AbuJamra Ten Practical Resolutions to Stand Strong in the Shifting Sands of Culture We all face seasons in our lives when our circumstances seem out of our control and all the forces in this world seem against us. We become discouraged and afraid. We are tempted to give up. No matter how strong we claim our faith in God is, when life is hard, it all comes down to resolve. Do we really believe what we say we believe? And does what we profess with our lips make it beyond intellectual assent and into our everyday actions? Both challenging and encouraging, Resolved unpacks ten life‐impacting resolutions that every follower of Jesus Christ must make in order to stand strong in the shifting sands of our culture. It helps readers who long to exhibit authentic lives understand and eliminate the disconnect between what we say we believe and how we live. And it offers biblical strategies for change that will allow us to stand strong‐‐no matter what. Endorsement "AbuJamra challenges us to live out our faith in the real world when things do not go as we wish."‐‐Gary D. Chapman, PhD, bestselling author of The Five Love Languages and Love as a Way of Life Lina AbuJamra is founder of Living with Power Ministries and a sought‐after speaker for ev ents such as the Gospel Coalition conference and Willow Creek Church. Her Living with Power podcast has more than 150,000 listeners from all over the world. The host of Today's Single Christian heard daily on Moody Radio, she also works as an ER pediatrician and does medical missions and humanitarian work in the Middle East.

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JULY 2016Baker Books

RELIGION / Christian Life / Relationships RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth

JULY 5 9780801015311 • US $19.99 CAN $24.99 Hardback 6.000 in W | 9.000 in H 256 pages Carton Quantity: 36

A DIFFERENT KIND OF HAPPINESS Discovering the Joy That Comes from Sacrificial Love Dr. Larry Crabb How to Love When You Don't Feel Like Loving Everywhere we look, we see evidence that love is in short supply. Terrorists and political corruption, school shootings and troubled marriages, impatient online sniping and character assassination‐‐all point to the fact that we do not know how to love one another as Jesus commanded and modeled. We put our own interests and happiness first, despite the fact that the greatest happiness comes through sacrificial love. In this book, Dr. Larry Crabb shows readers how to understand the deep and perfect love we are shown by our Creator and Redeemer, and how to pour that love into other people. This love is about more than being nice and serving others. It's about relating to others in such a way that they feel heard, seen, and valued. This love sacrifices and suffers and keeps loving, even when doing so is costly. This kind of love, says Crabb, is the kind worth fighting for in all of our relationships, and A Different Kind of Happiness shows how to make it a reality. Dr. Larry Crabb is a wel l ‐known psychologist, conference and seminar speaker, Bible teacher, popular author, and founder/director of NewWay Ministries. He is currently scholar in residence at Colorado Christian University in Denver, and visiting professor of spiritual formation for Richmont Graduate University in Atlanta. Dr. Crabb and his wife of almost fifty years, Rachael, live in the Denver, Colorado, area. For additional information please visit www.newwayministries.org.

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MAY 2016Baker Books

RELIGION / Christian Life / Personal Growth RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth SELF‐HELP / Personal Growth / Happiness


LOVING MY ACTUAL LIFE An Experiment in Relishing What's Right in Front of Me Alexandra Kuykendall Feel Satisfied with Who and Where You Are In a world of comparison and discontent, it can feel impossible to be happy with life as we know it. Other people seem to have it all together, to be finding success, to be having more fun. But we weren't meant for a life characterized by dissatisfaction. In this entertaining and relatable book, Alexandra Kuykendall chronicles her nine‐month experiment to rekindle her love of her ordinary "actual" life. After wiping her calendar as clean as a mother of four can, Kuykendall focuses on one aspect of her life each month, searching for ways to more fully enjoy her current season. By intentionally adding one thing each month that will make her jump for joy, she provides a practical challenge women can easily replicate. With humor, poignancy, and plenty of personal stories, Kuykendall weaves together spiritual themes and practical application into a holy self‐awareness, showing women how a few small changes in their routines can improve their enjoyment of this crazy‐busy l ife. Endorsement "If you ever get the chance to read anything written by Alexandra Kuykendall, take it. She is a gentle, trustworthy storyteller who lives the words she writes about."‐‐Emily P. Freeman, author of Simply Tuesday Alexandra Kuykendall is on staff at MOPS International, where she encourages mothers of young children to keep growing as they take on their mothering identity. The author of The Artist's Daughter, she is a regular contributor and consulting editor to MomSense magazine, Connections magazine, and the MOPS blog. A frequent speaker for MOPS, Alexandra has been featured on Good Morning America. She lives in Denver, Colorado, with her husband, Derek, and their daughters.

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MAY 2016Baker Books

RELIGION / Christian Life / Women's Issues RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth


GIRL DEFINED God's Radical Design for Beauty, Femininity, and Identity Kristen Clark and Bethany Baird In a Culture of Distortions, Discover God‐Defined Womanhood and Beauty In a culture where airbrushed models and career‐driven women define beauty and success, it's no wonder we have a distorted view of femininity. Our impossible standards place an incredible burden of stress on the backs of women and girls of all ages, resulting in anxiety, eating disorders, and depression. One question we often forget to ask is this: What is God's design for womanhood? In Girl Defined, sisters and popular bloggers Kristen Clark and Bethany Baird offer women a countercultural view of beauty, femininity, and self‐worth. Based firmly in God's design for their lives, this book helps women rethink what true success and beauty look like. It invites them on a liberating journey toward a radically better vision for femininity that ends with the discovery of the kind of hope, purpose, and fulfillment they've been yearning for. Kristen Clark is a mentor for young women and cofounder of GirlDefined Ministries. She spends much of her time hosting Bible studies, blogging, and speaking at conferences and retreats. She is a contributor to the Covenant Eyes Blog and has received training through the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors. Bethany Baird is an AWANA director and cofounder of GirlDefined Ministries. She has served as a pro‐l ife counselor at the Allied Women's Center, led Bible studies, and is currently mentoring young women. She writes for the Lies Young Women Believe blog and has received training through the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors.

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MAY 2016Baker Books

RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth RELIGION / Christian Life / General


THE LIBERATING KING Breaking Free from the Tyranny of Sin Stephen Miller Worship Is Our Remedy Christ has delivered believers from the power of sin, but instead of living in true freedom, we struggle with the same failures every day. This is not how it's supposed to be. We need someone stronger than us to release us from the prison of sin. Enter Jesus, the liberating king. With passion and purpose, worship pastor Stephen Miller calls readers to draw near to Christ in worship, allowing his Word and the Holy Spirit to loose our chains by exposing the lies that imprisoned us in the first place. When we do, we see everything more clearly‐‐from the sinking sand of our man‐made security to the solid rock of Jesus's unshakeable power. Miller shows that holy living is within our grasp when we keep our eyes and our adoration on the one who was sent not only to save us, but to make us into new creations. Stephen Miller is a pastor, an artist, and a passionate advocate for the local church who travels all over the world to preach and lead worship for various conferences, concerts, camps, and more. He is a voice for orphan care as well as a Compassion International artist. Miller has recorded five studio albums and is the author of Worship Leaders, We Are Not Rock Stars. He lives in Austin, Texas, with his wife, Amanda, and their five kids.

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MAY 2016Baker Books

RELIGION / Christian Life / Women's Issues RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth


WORTH LIVING How God's Wild Love for You Changes Everything Mary DeMuth How God's Wild Love Helps Us Overcome Feelings of Worthlessness All women yearn to wake up each morning knowing that, no matter what their circumstances, they can feel joy because they are secure in God's love for them and their unique place in the world. With deep compassion, Mary DeMuth dares women to believe that the God who starts a good work in them is faithful to bring it to glorious completion. That the God who redeems them also loves them‐‐right now and always‐‐with a beautiful love. That they are daughters of the King, always welcomed in his presence. She helps women discover a future where they know they are wildly loved, they feel strong and secure, and they are destined to have a great impact on the world around them. Mary DeMuth is a former church planter in France and the author of more than thirty nonfiction and fiction books, including The Day I Met Jesus. A sought‐after speaker and longtime blogger, she has overcome (through Jesus's healing) a difficult childhood full of neglect, abuse, and familial dysfunction to become a living example of what it means to live uncaged. She lives in Texas with her family. Learn more at www.marydemuth.com.

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MAY 2016Baker Books

RELIGION / Christian Life / Devotional RELIGION / Christian Life / General


THE 52 GREATEST STORIES OF THE BIBLE A Devotional Study Kenneth Boa and John Alan Turner Classic Weekly Devotional through Some of the Bible's Most Fascinating Stories How well do everyday Christians know the stories that have shaped their faith? More than just a collection of significant and entertaining stories, The 52 Greatest Stories of the Bible impresses upon readers the beautiful interconnectedness of the varied narratives we find in the Bible. It: ∙ connects the dots, demonstrating how each individual story is really one chapter in the larger story ∙ shows how Jesus, especially his death and resurrection, is the point of the story, even when the Son of God is not a key player ∙ helps readers build a biblical worldview that answers the ultimate questions of life Readers will gain a better grasp of the whole story of Scripture and, most importantly, why these stories are the ones God chose to preserve for us through the writers of the Bible. Kenneth Boa is a writer, teacher, speaker, and mentor. He writes a free monthly teaching letter called Reflections and is the author of several books, including Conformed to His Image, Faith Has its Reasons, Handbook to Prayer, Handbook to Leadership, and A Taste of the Classics. Boa is president of Reflections Ministries and holds a BS from Case Institute of Technology, a ThM from Dallas Theological Seminary, a PhD from New York University, and a DPhil from the University of Oxford in England. Learn more at www.kenboa.org. John Turner has studied theology, psychology, and philosophy, earning an undergraduate degree from Pacific Christian College and a ThM from Bear Valley Bible Institute. Having served churches in California, Maryland and Texas, Mr. Turner is now the president of Faith 2.0 Ministries.

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AUGUST 2016Baker Books

RELIGION / Christian Life / Prayer AUGUST 2 9780801014031 • US $14.99 CAN $17.99 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 352 pages Carton Quantity: 44

EVERY SEASON PRAYERS Gospel‐Centered Prayers for the Whole of Life Scotty Smith Topically Arranged Prayers for Individual, Family, and Church God calls us to pray, and we want to talk to our heavenly Father. But so often we don't know what to say, or we feel like our words are getting no higher than the ceiling above us. Prayer should draw us closer to God, but guilt over past prayerlessness or confusion over what to pray can have the opposite result. In the pages of Every Season Prayers, pastor Scotty Smith offers readers a treasure trove of prayers that will lead them into a more intimate relationship with God. Topically arranged so readers can easily find the sentiments that match their needs, issues, and moods, this delightful book includes prayers for: ∙ everyday concerns, from health and relationship issues to expressing gratitude ∙ voicing our feelings, stories, and struggles to God ∙ listening to the heart of God ∙ congregational confession and worship ∙ Advent, Lent, and Passion Week ∙ and more No matter what their season of life or their daily reality, readers will find a prayer that they can lift up to God. Scotty Smith is founding pastor of Christ Community Church (PCA) in Franklin, Tennessee. He is now teacher in residence at West End Community Church (PCA) in Nashville, a daughter church of CCC. Scotty also serves as an adjunct professor at five seminaries, including Covenant, Westminster, Redeemer, RTS Orlando, and Western Seminary in Portland. He is the author of several books including Everyday Prayers as wel l as Unveiled Hope with Michael Card and Speechless and Restoring Broken Things with Steven Curtis Chapman.

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MAY 2016Baker Books

RELIGION / Christian Theology / General


THE BAKER COMPACT DICTIONARY OF THEOLOGICAL TERMS Gregg R. Allison Quickly Find and Understand Key Theological Terms Christianity is a faith built upon the Word and understood through words, both written and spoken, handed down for centuries. But many of the terms used in both the Scriptures and theological writings are unfamiliar or misunderstood. For the Christian desiring a more clear and robust understanding of these terms, this book offers concise definitions of six hundred of the most significant words at the heart of the Christian faith, including terms related to: ∙ doctrine (e.g., the atonement, the church) ∙ biblical concepts (e.g., Messiah, Son of Man) ∙ church practices (e.g., anointing of the sick, immersion) ∙ philosophical concepts (e.g., a priori, compatibilism) ∙ people (e.g., Thomas Aquinas, John Wesley) ∙ councils (e.g., Councils of Nicea I and II, Council of Trent) ∙ movements (e.g., Protestantism, Pentecostalism) ∙ documents (e.g., the Chalcedonian Creed, Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy) ∙ and more Students of the Bible, college and seminary students, and anyone who desires to deepen their understanding of the Christian faith will find this an indispensable resource. Gregg R. Allison (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is professor of Christian theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of several books, including Historical Theology: An Introduction to Christian Doctrine and Sojourners and Strangers: The Doctrine of the Church. He serves as secretary of the Evangelical Theological Society and is a book review editor for the Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society.

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MAY 2016Baker Books

BIBLES / King James Version / Children

MAY 3 9780801008627 • US $19.99 CAN $24.99 Hardback 5.375 in W | 8.250 in H 1,984 pages Carton Quantity: 12

KJV BIBLE FOR YOUNG READERS Powerful Reference Bible Packed with Kid‐Friendly Features The KJV Bible for Young Readers is a ful l ‐text Bible for children who have outgrown Bible storybooks but would struggle to read the small type of most text Bibles. The large, easy‐to‐read 12.5 point type makes it easy for young readers to see the words clearly. And it contains the full text of the King James Version, just like the one Mom and Dad use. It also features dynamic full‐color illustrations, cross references for studying Scripture, words of Christ in red, a convenient portable size, presentation page, book introductions and outlines, and reading plans.

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MAY 2016Baker Books

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Parenting / General RELIGION / Christian Life / Family


5 THINGS EVERY PARENT NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT THEIR KIDS AND SEX Anne Marie Miller Real Help for the Toughest Talks Most parents dread talking about sex with their children. Anne Marie Miller loves giving "the talk." As she has shared her personal story and talked about God's gift of sex with almost half a million young people, she's noticed some disturbing patterns: ∙ Google is how kids learn about sex ∙ Kids are learning about sex and viewing pornography earlier than parents think ∙ The sexually abused often don't tell anyone for fear of getting in trouble ∙ Sexual messages are being consumed daily through mainstream and social media ∙ Most parents think their child is the exception Instead of sweeping this topic under the rug, Miller wants to change the narrative. In this immensely practical and well‐researched book, she equips parents to have meaningful and age‐appropriate conversations with their children about sex, pornography, and sexual abuse. She advises parents on how to keep the lines of communication open so that their children know they can trust them with their fears, struggles, and mistakes. Most important, she offers hope to worried parents that their children can grow up with a healthy biblical view of sex as a gift from God. Anne Marie Miller is the author of five books and has been featured in publications such as Cosmopolitan, Relevant Magazine, Leadership Journal, Christianity Today, Neue, Reject Apathy, Youth Worker Journal, Outreach Magazine, PurposeDriven.com, ChurchLeaders.com, The United Methodist Reporter, and BeliefNet.com. She speaks frequently at colleges, conventions, and churches in the United States and internationally. Anne Marie and her husband, Tim, live in Iowa. Learn more at www.annemariemiller.com.

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JUNE 2016Baker Books

RELIGION / Christianity / General RELIGION / Christian Church / General


YOU LOST ME Why Young Christians Are Leaving Church . . . and Rethinking Faith David Kinnaman and Aly Hawkins Is the Church Losing the Next Generation? More than half of all Christian teens and twentysomethings leave active involvement in church. Based on research conducted by the Barna Group, You Lost Me exposes ways the Christian community has failed to equip young adults to live "in but not of" the world‐‐to follow Christ in the midst of profound cultural change. This wide‐ranging study debunks persistent myths about young dropouts and examines the likely consequences for young adults and for the church if we maintain the status quo. The faith journeys of the next generation are a challenge to the established church, but they can also be a source of hope for the community of faith. Kinnaman, with the help of contributors from across the Christian spectrum, offers ideas for pastors, youth leaders, parents, and educators to pass on a vibrant, lasting faith, and ideas for young adults to find themselves in wholehearted pursuit of Christ. David Kinnaman is the coauthor with Gabe Lyons of unChristian and Good Faith. He is president and owner of Barna Group, whose body of research is frequently quoted in major media outlets such as USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, and the New York Times. Kinnaman and his wife, Jill, live in California with their three children. Aly Hawkins and her husband, Bryan Ashmore, live, write, and make music in Southern California. Aly is the author of Shine: Beautiful Inside and Out, as well as numerous articles. Married for five years, Aly and Bryan are passionate about living at the intersection of faith, art, and culture.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth RELIGION / Christian Life / Personal Growth


BELOVED MESS God's Perfect Love for Your Imperfect Life Kimm Crandall God's Empowering Love for Us in the Midst of Our Mess Life is messy. And Christians are not exempt. Unfortunately, this is not the message we tend to hear. We're told to be moral, look good, and set a positive example. After all, we're the only Jesus some people see‐‐so we better make him look good. That's a heavy burden. And so we work feverishly to hide our messes from each other and from God for fear of judgment . . . all the while wondering how we can ever be loved. But Christianity is not about being less of a mess. It's about admitting that we need to be saved from trying to clean ourselves up. In Beloved Mess, author and blogger Kimm Crandall frees Christians to live with the assurance that God loves us right here, right now. He's not waiting for us to clean up our act before we're worthy to come to him. He wants us to stop trying to fix the mess so that we can allow him to wash it away for us. Endorsement "Kimm unpacks the wonder of God's mercy with honesty and courage and shows how it reaches all the way down to every dimension of our hearts and lives."‐‐Justin S. Holcomb, author, On the Grace of God Kimm Crandall is a mother of four and the author of Christ in the Chaos. The founder of Dropping Keys Ministries, she is a frequent blogger on popular Christian websites such as the Council on Biblical Manhood & Womanhood, Christholdfast.org, and Logos's Faithlife Women. She has been a featured guest on several nationally syndicated radio shows such as Haven Today and Steve Brown, Etc. She also speaks at conferences and retreats for churches and parachurch organizations.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth RELIGION / Christian Life / Relationships RELIGION / Christian Life / General


THE POWER OF TOGETHER Discover the Christian Life You've Been Missing Jim Putman An Invitation to Deeper, More Joyful, and Rewarding Relationships with God and Others None of us is lovable all of the time. People are unreasonable, arguments flare, feelings are hurt. And no one can make us feel worse than those closest to us. It's easy to fall into the trap of closing ourselves off in order to protect ourselves, rather than opening ourselves up for relationship with each other. But think of who Jesus invited into his life and ministry. They weren't always lovable. Yet he modeled perfect love for us and showed how the mark of a spiritually mature believer was always love. In The Power of Together, pastor and author Jim Putman uncovers the core of true discipleship with an in‐depth, biblical look at how Jesus always invited people into relationship with himself. He loved them with God's perfect love and, in the process, showed everyone around him that the act of following God is the act of extending and receiving love that endures all things. Jim Putman is the senior pastor of Real Life Ministries in Post Falls, Idaho, one of the fastest‐growing churches in America. A three‐time all‐American wrestler in college as well as a successful wrestling coach, Putman holds degrees from Boise State University and Boise Bible College. He is the author of Church Is a Team Sport, as well as the widely adopted Real‐Life Discipleship program.

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PSYCHOLOGY / Mental Health HEALTH & FITNESS / Healthy Living RELIGION / Christian Life / General


THE REWIRED BRAIN Free Yourself of Negative Behaviors and Release Your Best Self Dr. Ski Chilton with Dr. Margaret Rukstalis, and A. J. Gregory Trade Negative Thinking for Confident, Fearless Living Most of us don't realize that we have a surprising amount of control over our own thoughts and behaviors and can unintentionally influence our brains negatively, causing cycles of bad choices and experiences. The ReWired Brain offers a clear framework for understanding our brains and the decisions we make, showing how certain fears and instincts drive unhealthy emotional dysfunctions and related behavioral patterns in the most important areas of life. This book shows how to reframe negative experiences, overcome fears, experience emotional and spiritual healing, and ultimately rewire our brains, empowering us to be free and to live fearlessly. Dr. Ski Chilton is a professor in the department of physiology and pharmacology at Wake Forest School of Medicine. His work is regularly featured in such venues as WebMD, Men's Journal, Men's Health, Prevention, the Wall Street Journal, ABC News, and more. He lives in North Carolina. Dr. Margaret Rukstalis is an addiction psychiatrist who has studied the brain and behavior change for over twenty‐five years. She received her MD at Dartmouth Medical School, is currently on faculty at Wake Forest School of Medicine, and has coauthored more than fifty scientific articles and book chapters. She lives in North Carolina. A. J. Gregory is the author of Messy Faith and Silent Savior. She has also partnered with high‐profile figures on over thirty‐five memoirs and self‐help books, some New York Times bestsellers. She lives in New Jersey.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Personal Growth BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Sports RELIGION / Christian Life / Inspirational


WRECK MY LIFE Journeying from Broken to Bold Mo Isom Inspiring Story of How Brokenness Leads to Unshakable Faith Jesus promises peace and trouble for his followers. But most of us accept the peace and are confused and angry when adversity comes our way. All‐American soccer star Mo Isom knows the struggle firsthand. While her life seemed like a success, she was battling an eating disorder, the suicide of her father, and a horrific car accident. It wasn't until God wrecked her life that she discovered the glory of renewal through Jesus Christ and that wreckage can be sacred rather than scarring. Readers take the journey from broken to bold with her and learn to surrender their lives to the King who was wrecked on their behalf. Endorsements "Mo reminds us that brokenness is actually the very place God meets us the most, and the place where we can find Jesus like never before."‐‐Jefferson Bethke, New York Times bestselling author of Jesus > Religion "Every person who picks up this book will be challenged, entertained, and more connected with God by reading it."‐‐Annie Downs, author of Let's All Be Brave Mo Isom was an All‐American goalkeeper for the Louisiana State University soccer team. She holds the LSU all‐time goalkeeper record as well as the #3 SEC a l l ‐time shutout record. She trained with the US Women's National program, was honored as National Player of the Week, has appeared on ESPN SportsCenter Top‐10 Plays, and has been featured in Sports Illustrated and appeared on Ellen, ESPN, CBS, The 700 Club, and countless other platforms. Isom speaks nationally and internationally, and facilitates a faith‐centered blog that has garnered millions of views to date. She and her husband, Jeremiah Aiken, live in Atlanta, Georgia.

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THE TEMPLE AND THE TABERNACLE A Study of God's Dwelling Places from Genesis to Revelation J. Daniel Hays Grasp the Majesty, Beauty, and Significance of God's Dwelling Places At various points in Israel's history, God dwelt in specific, significant places, most notably in the tabernacle and the temple. These structures, meticulously planned, extravagantly furnished, and regularly frequented by the devout, were more than just places of worship and sacrifice. They were pictures of God's relationship with his chosen people and of the atoning work that would be done by the Messiah. To understand the tabernacle and the temple, then, is to understand how we are brought into God's family through the sacrifice of his only Son, Jesus. Visually stunning and theologically rich, this full‐color resource brings together the latest scholarship and archeological discoveries to bring God's dwelling places alive for modern believers. It places these important structures in their historical and theological contexts, connects them with the overall biblical story, and shows how they bring meaning and depth to the faith of Christians today. J. Daniel Hays (PhD, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary) is dean of the School of Christian Studies and professor of biblical studies at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. He is the author or coauthor of many articles and books, including Grasping God's Word and The Baker Illustrated Bible Handbook.

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EXODUS TEACH THE TEXT COMMENTARY SERIES T. Desmond Alexander Focused Biblical Scholarship to Teach the Text Effectively To craft informed sermons, pastors scour commentaries that often deal more with minutia than the main point. Or they turn to devotional commentaries, which may contain exegetical weaknesses. The Teach the Text Commentary Series bridges this gap by utilizing the best of biblical scholarship and providing the information a pastor needs to communicate the text effectively. By concentrating each carefully selected preaching unit into six pages of focused commentary, each volume in this series allows pastors to quickly grasp the big idea and key themes of each passage of Scripture. Each unit of the commentary includes the big idea and key themes of the passage; sections dedicated to understanding, teaching, and illustrating the text; and full‐color illustrations, maps, and photos. The newest release in this innovative commentary series is T. Desmond Alexander's treatment of Exodus. T. Desmond Alexander (PhD, The Queen's University, Belfast) is senior lecturer in biblical studies and director of postgraduate studies at Union Theological College in Belfast, Ireland. He is the coeditor of the New Dictionary of Biblical Theology and the author of From Paradise to the Promised Land.

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MARCH 2016Chosen Books

RELIGION / Christian Life / Prayer RELIGION / Christian Ministry / Evangelism

MARCH 1 9780800797928 • US $13.99 CAN $17.49 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 224 pages Carton Quantity: 56

THE JESUS FAST The Call to Awaken the Nations Lou Engle and Dean Briggs A Passionate, Prophetic Summons to Prayer and Fasting We are poised at a key moment in history. Amidst pain and chaos, we can turn the tide of evil in our lands. With excitement and profound insight, seasoned prophetic leader Lou Engle shows how: through bold faith and aggressive, passionate prayer and fasting. Here he equips you with the dynamic, practical tools you need to answer the call of countercultural consecration. Using Jesus as the role model, he reveals that 40 days of prayer and fasting always precede breakthrough, revelations of God's glory, breakage of demonic hindrances, and more. As we join together in fasting and intercession, we'll see victory in the critical issues of our day‐‐and we'll awaken the nations for Christ. Global revival and transformation is imminent. Will you answer the call? Lou Engle cofounded TheCall solemn assemblies, the pro‐life ministry Bound4LIFE, and the first Justice House of Prayer (JHOP). Lou is on the leadership team of the International House of Prayer. He and his wife, Therese, live in California. Dean Briggs is national director for Ekklesia Prayer Communities and an author, teacher, builder, and preacher, having ministered around the globe. He and his wife, Jeanie, live in Missouri.

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MAY 2016Chosen Books

RELIGION / Christianity / Pentecostal & Charismatic RELIGION / Christian Life / Prayer

MAY 17 9780800797935 • US $99.99 CAN $124.99 Mixed media product Carton Quantity: 8

THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO HEALING CURRICULUM KIT Equipping All Christians to Pray for the Sick Bill Johnson and Randy Clark Two Bestselling Authors Equip All Christians to Pray for the Sick The ministry of healing is not reserved for a select few. In fact, Bill Johnson and Randy Clark say God's miraculous healing power is part of the Good News. In this brand‐new eight‐week study, they lay out practical, proven, step‐by‐step guidance, showing you how to: ∙ implement the five‐step model of healing prayer ∙ understand your authority ∙ walk out the ministry of healing with anyone you meet ∙ and much more! Each kit contains a DVD with eight 20‐minute teaching sessions from Bill and Randy, a leader's guide, a participant's workbook, and a copy of The Essential Guide to Healing. Ideal for small groups, church classes, and independent Bible studies, here are the tools you need to become a conduit of God's healing power in a hurting world. Bill Johnson is the senior pastor of Bethel Church in Redding, California. He and his wife, Beni, serve a growing number of churches through an apostolic network that has crossed denominational lines, partnering for revival. Randy Clark, with a DMin from United Theological Seminary, is the founder of Global Awakening as well as an in‐demand international speaker. He and his wife, DeAnne, live in Pennsylvania.

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THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO HEALING WORKBOOK Equipping All Christians to Pray for the Sick Bill Johnson and Randy Clark The ministry of healing is not reserved for a select few. Through study questions and practical application, this workbook, when used with The Essential Guide to Healing, will help you become a powerful conduit of God's healing power in a hurting world. Bill Johnson is the senior pastor of Bethel Church in Redding, California. He and his wife, Beni, serve a growing number of churches through an apostolic network that has crossed denominational lines, partnering for revival. Randy Clark, with a DMin from United Theological Seminary, is the founder of Global Awakening as well as an in‐demand international speaker. He and his wife, DeAnne, live in Pennsylvania.

MAY 2016 Chosen Books

MAY 17 9780800797959 US $18.99 CAN $23.99 Paperback / softback 8.500 in W | 11.000 in H 192 pages Carton Quantity: 36 RELIGION / Christianity / Pentecostal & Charismatic RELIGION / Christian Life / Prayer

THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO HEALING LEADER'S GUIDE Equipping All Christians to Pray for the Sick Bill Johnson and Randy Clark In this eight‐session leader's guide to The Essential Guide to Healing, Bill Johnson and Randy Clark give you everything you need to provide your group with practical training for healing ministry. Each session includes an agenda, a prayer focus, group discussion questions and suggested answers, immediately applicable teaching, and video talking points. Bill Johnson is the senior pastor of Bethel Church in Redding, California. He and his wife, Beni, serve a growing number of churches through an apostolic network that has crossed denominational lines, partnering for revival. Randy Clark, with a DMin from United Theological Seminary, is the founder of Global Awakening as well as an in‐demand international speaker. He and his wife, DeAnne, live in Pennsylvania.


MAY 17 9780800797966 US $12.99 CAN $15.99 Paperback / softback 8.500 in W | 11.000 in H 64 pages Carton Quantity: 100 RELIGION / Christianity / Pentecostal & Charismatic RELIGION / Christian Life / Prayer

THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO HEALING DVD Equipping All Christians to Pray for the Sick Bill Johnson and Randy Clark In eight 20‐minute teaching sessions, Bill Johnson and Randy Clark equip all Christians to pray for the sick, offering practical, step‐by‐step guidance to ministering healing. Here are the tools believers need to become conduits of God's healing power in a hurting world. The perfect resource for small groups and church classes! Bill Johnson is the senior pastor of Bethel Church in Redding, California. He and his wife, Beni, serve a growing number of churches through an apostolic network that has crossed denominational lines, partnering for revival. Randy Clark, with a DMin from United Theological Seminary, is the founder of Global Awakening as well as an in‐demand international speaker. He and his wife, DeAnne, live in Pennsylvania.


MAY 17 9780800797942 US $59.99 CAN $74.99 DVD‐ROM Carton Quantity: 100 RELIGION / Christianity / Pentecostal & Charismatic RELIGION / Christian Life / Prayer

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MAY 2016Chosen Books

RELIGION / Christian Life / Prayer RELIGION / Christian Life / Social Issues shelf talker: 9780800795993


LOVE IN THE FACE OF ISIS Seven Prayer Strategies for the Crisis in the Middle East Lorraine Marie Varela 7 Prayer Strategies for the Crisis in the Middle East Thousands of Christians in the Middle East have been persecuted and martyred by ISIS in the past year alone. The number is increasing. Most believers, seeing the atrocities, long to help‐‐but how? In this timely, compelling book, Lorraine Varela offers powerful spiritual strategies to effect change‐‐no matter where you live. Varela exposes the spirit behind ISIS and provides seven specific prayer directives that release God's character and purposes into the crisis. Real‐life stories of supernatural protection will encourage and remind you to believe that God does indeed have an answer. Discover how to pray effectively about the growing violence of radical Islam. Join other believers‐‐and declare to ISIS that Love is coming after them. Lorraine Marie Varela, author of Powerful Moments in the Presence of God, is a professional photographer in Washington State who loves helping others experience the love of God. She and her husband, Gabriel, are involved in leadership at a Foursquare Messianic congregation. They have two grown daughters.

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JUNE 2016Chosen Books

RELIGION / Christian Life / Prayer RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Warfare


THE INTERCESSORS HANDBOOK How to Pray with Boldness, Authority and Supernatural Power Jennifer Eivaz How to Pray with Boldness, Authority, and Supernatural Power In a world full of desperate need, we turn expectantly to prayer, hoping to witness the realities promised in Scripture. Most of us, however, seldom see the results we hope for. Why don't our prayers make more of a difference? Beginning with her own experiences of breakthrough, Jennifer Eivaz offers much‐needed direction and the biblical context for prayer that does make a difference‐‐explaining the intervention of angels and demons, prophetic manifestations, and much more. She helps believers take hold of their authority and spiritual giftings and use them in the battle for victory. The Kingdom principles and study questions will help every believer navigate the spiritual realm of prayer by using the tools that make it truly effective. Jennifer Eivaz is a minister and international conference speaker who presently serves as executive pastor at Harvest Christian Center. Her focus is raising up a passionate and effective prayer community that is tempered with love and hears the voice of God accurately. A graduate of Oral Roberts University, she lives with her husband, HCC senior pastor Ron Eivaz, in Turlock, California.

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JUNE 2016Chosen Books

RELIGION / Christianity / Pentecostal & Charismatic


DREAMS AND VISIONS, REV. AND UPDATED ED. Understanding and Interpreting God's Messages to You Jane Hamon Landmark, Bestselling Book Now Revised and Updated Does God really speak through dreams? Are there such things today as visions? Absolutely, says author and pastor Jane Hamon. And what is more, God wants you to get the message! This concise guidebook unravels the scriptural meanings of dreams and visions, helping you discern when a dream is a prophetic direction for your life, what to do about a warning, how to recognize false messages‐‐and much more. In this newly revised and updated edition of her popular book, readers are encouraged to look with new eyes at the biblical basis for this everyday language. It is not complicated, says Hamon. The voice of the Lord is speaking. Don't miss what he is saying. Jane Hamon and her husband, Tom, are senior leaders of Vision Church at Christian International in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Jane, a gifted teacher and storyteller, has written several books, including The Deborah Company and The Cyrus Decree. The Hamons have three children and a growing number of grandchildren. They make their home on the beautiful Emerald Coast of Florida.

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THE HEALING BREAKTHROUGH Creating an Atmosphere of Faith for Healing Randy Clark How to Create an Atmosphere for More Effective Healing Ministry Foremost healing expert and bestselling author Randy Clark unwraps the hard questions that baffle most Christians about healing prayer. Speaking from Scripture as well as from personal experience, in which the healing power of Jesus has become normative, Clark helps readers learn to: ∙ walk in an atmosphere of effective healing ministry ∙ navigate the balance between faith and expectation ∙ pray with confidence ∙ expect results every time Grasping these easy‐to‐understand principles from a biblical foundation will increase the likelihood of healing when you pray. Let the power of God work through you, your prayer group, or your church for the healing breakthrough promised to every believer. Randy Clark, with a DMin from United Theological Seminary, is the founder of Global Awakening, a teaching, healing, and impartation ministry that crosses denominational lines. An in‐demand international speaker, he leads the Apostolic Network of Global Awakening and travels extensively for conferences, international missions, leadership training, and humanitarian aid. Randy and his wife, DeAnne, live in Pennsylvania.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Prayer RELIGION / Christianity / Pentecostal & Charismatic

AUGUST 16 9780800798130 • US $13.99 CAN $17.49 Paperback / softback 5.250 in W | 8.000 in H 176 pages Carton Quantity: 72 Previously published as The Beginner's Guide to Hearing God

HEARING GOD’S VOICE TODAY Practical Help for Listening to Him and Recognizing His Voice James W. Goll Practical Help for Recognizing and Listening to God's Voice Bestselling author James Goll takes readers on an adventure into the heart of what it means to hear God, and how to do it. Over the course of this journey, both beginners and those who have been listening to God for years will explore biblical principles about prayer, starting from square one. Real‐life il lustrations inspire and excite readers to have expectant hearts by learning to: ∙ draw near to God ∙ trust that he wants to speak ∙ overcome obstacles that block his voice ∙ avoid being misled by words not coming from him ∙ cultivate a lifestyle of hearing him God is speaking to you‐‐today. Grow in assurance that he wants you to hear. Dr. James W. Goll is the president of Encounters Network, international director of Prayer Storm, and the founder of God Encounters Training. A member of the Harvest International Ministries apostolic team and an instructor in the Wagner Leadership Institute, he is the author of more than 30 books and 20 Bible study guides. He travels internationally, teaching and imparting the power of intercession, prophetic ministry, and life in the Spirit. He lives in Tennessee.

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THE SPIRITUAL WARFARE HANDBOOK How to Battle, Pray and Prepare Your House for Triumph Chuck D. Pierce with Rebecca Wagner Sytsema 3 Bestselling Spiritual Warfare Books in 1 Powerful Volume This spiritual warfare battle plan from international prophetic leader Chuck Pierce presents three bestselling books all in one volume. When God Speaks reveals our first line of defense: learning to discern God's voice and receive his guidance for the spiritual battles we face. Next, Prayers That Outwit the Enemy exposes Satan's strategies against us. And finally, Protecting Your Home from Spiritual Darkness gives ten easy steps for praying for your home, your family, and your property in order to lock out evil and maintain your victory. This step‐by‐step, in‐depth handbook will help you know God's heart, pray more effectively, and overcome the negative influences of darkness for effective spiritual warfare. Chuck D. Pierce is president of Glory of Zion International Ministries and Global Spheres, Inc., in Corinth, Texas. Prophetically gifted, he helps direct nations, cities, churches, and individuals to understand the times and seasons in which we live. Rebecca Wagner Sytsema is coauthor of Possessing Your Inheritance and Commitment to Conquer. She lives with her husband, Jack, in Florida.

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HEAVY RAIN, REV. AND UPDATED ED. How to Flood Your World with God's Transforming Power Kris Vallotton Practical Keys to Transforming the World around You In a world where evil dominates the headlines, we are often left wondering, Will good really triumph over evil? Or are we hurtling toward oblivion? It's here, during this very hour‐‐when political chaos seems to reign and the media persecutes anyone who disagrees with them‐‐that God is searching for men and women who long for an infusion of boldness that possesses their souls, who will take a stand and be a voice for the Kingdom. His vision for the future is not bleak, and he is readying a heavy rain of transformation and revival. Here is the guidance and inspiration you need to become a vessel that catches the downpour of the Spirit's rain‐‐and helps release God's Kingdom like a flood. Kris Vallotton is the senior associate leader of Bethel Church in Redding, California, and has written numerous books. His prophetic insight and humorous delivery make him a much‐sought‐after international conference speaker. Kris is also the cofounder and senior overseer of Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry and the founder of Moral Revolution. He has appeared on numerous media outlets, including The 700 Club. Kris and his wife, Kathy, live in California.

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APOCALYPSE RISING Chaos in the Middle East, the Fall of the West, and Other Signs of the End Times Timothy Dailey, Ph.D. A Revealing Look at the Signs of the End Times After decades of researching biblical prophecy, bestselling author Timothy Dailey warns that end‐time events are closer than we realize. Connecting the dots between history, archeological findings, first‐hand accounts, and Scripture, Dr. Dailey shows that malevolent forces are converging to trigger the end of human history. He reveals: ∙ the hidden activity of Gog and Magog over the mil lennia ∙ worldly portals opening for the Antichrist ∙ counterfeit signs and wonders ∙ and much more Yet under the shadow of the apocalypse, the world is witnessing an unprecedented spiritual revival and outpouring of the miraculous. It's time for us to read the signs and take a stand, knowing that Jesus has promised to be with us to the end of the age. Dr. Timothy Dailey, who holds an MA from Wheaton College and a PhD from Marquette University, gained exceptional research and writing skills through cross‐cultural ministry in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. Dr. Dailey's books have sold more than 300,000 copies. He and his wife, Rebekka, have five children and live in Virginia.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Social Issues RELIGION / Christian Life / General Rights: USA and Canada only

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THE JUSTICE CALLING Where Passion Meets Perseverance Bethany Hanke Hoang and Kristen Deede Johnson Grounding Our Passion for Justice in Deeply Rooted Faith Justice requires perseverance‐‐a deep perseverance we can't muster on our own. The world's needs are staggering and even the most passion‐driven reactions, strategies, and good intentions can falter. But we serve a God who never falters, who sees the needs, hears the cries, and gives strength‐‐through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit‐‐to his people. Offering a comprehensive biblical theology of justice drawn from the whole story of Scripture, this book invites us to know more intimately the God who loves justice and calls us to give our lives to seek the flourishing of others. The authors explore stories of injustice around the globe today and spur Christians to root their passion for justice in the persevering hope of Christ. They also offer practices that can further form us into people who join God's work of setting things right in the world. Bethany Hanke Hoang (MDiv, Princeton Theological Seminary) engages Christian leaders around the world and regularly speaks on behalf of International Justice Mission (IJM), a human rights agency that secures justice for victims of violent oppression. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Kristen Deede Johnson (PhD, University of St. Andrews) is associate professor of theology and Christian formation at Western Theological Seminary in Holland, Michigan.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Social Issues RELIGION / Christian Church / History


RETURN TO JUSTICE Six Movements That Reignited Our Contemporary Evangelical Conscience Soong‐Chan Rah and Gary VanderPol Reclaiming an Evangelical History of Activism In recent years, there has been renewed interest by evangelicals in the topic of biblical social justice. Younger evangelicals and millennials, in particular, have shown increased concern for social issues. But this is not a recent development. Following World War II, a new movement of American evangelicals emerged who gradually increased their efforts on behalf of justice. This work explains the important historical context for evangelical reengagement with social justice issues. The authors provide an overview of post‐World War II evangelical social justice and compassion ministries, introducing key figures and seminal organizations that propelled the rediscovery of biblical justice. They explore historical and theological lessons learned and offer a way forward for contemporary Christians. Soong‐Chan Rah (DMin, Gordon‐Conwell Theological Seminary; ThD candidate, Duke University) is Milton B. Engebretson Associate Professor of Church Growth and Evangelism at North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago, Illinois. He is the author of Many Colors (an Outreach book award winner) and The Next Evangelicalism. Gary VanderPol (ThD, Boston University) is senior pastor of Church Without Walls in Berkeley, California, and an adjunct professor at Denver Seminary.

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MAY 2016Brazos Press

RELIGION / Christian Ministry / Discipleship RELIGION / Christian Church / General


KINGDOM CONSPIRACY Returning to the Radical Mission of the Local Church Scot McKnight An Award‐Winning Challenge to Popular Ideas of the Kingdom According to Scot McKnight, "kingdom" is the biblical term most misused by Christians today. It has taken on meanings that are completely at odds with what the Bible says and has become a buzzword for both social justice and redemption. In Kingdom Conspiracy, McKnight offers a sizzling biblical corrective and a fiercely radical vision for the role of the local church in the kingdom of God. Now in paper. Praise for Kingdom Conspiracy 2015 Outreach Resources of the Year Award Winner One of Leadership Journal's Best Books for Church Leaders in 2014 "This is a must‐read for church leaders today."‐‐Publishers Weekly "A timely resource for the missional church to reexamine some basic assumptions that impact church practice in the everyday."‐‐Outreach Scot McKnight (PhD, University of Nottingham), a world‐renowned scholar, writer, and speaker, is Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary in Lombard, Illinois. His blog, Jesus Creed, is one of the most popular and influential evangelical blogs. He is the author or editor of more than fifty books, including The Jesus Creed, The Blue Parakeet, The King Jesus Gospel, and Sermon on the Mount.

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JUNE 2016Brazos Press

RELIGION / Christian Life / Death, Grief, Bereavement RELIGION / Christian Theology / General RELIGION / Christian Ministry / Counseling & Recovery

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LOSING SUSAN Brain Disease, the Priest's Wife, and the God Who Gives and Takes Away Victor Lee Austin The Story of Brain Disease and the Priest's Wife This is the story of Susan‐‐a wife, mother, Christian believer, lover of children, writer of stories, and woman of extraordinary intellect. Susan was diagnosed with a brain tumor in her late thirties. Although it was successfully treated, the process led to her slow, unending decline. In this personal story of love and loss, Victor Lee Austin shares how caring for his wife during her painful struggle with brain cancer and its aftereffects brought him face‐to‐face with his God and with his faith in unsettling ways. God gave Victor what his heart most desired‐‐marriage to Susan‐‐then God took away what he had given. Yet God never withdrew his presence. Weaving together autobiographical details and profound theological insights, this powerful narrative shows that we are called to turn to God in the face of suffering. Victor Lee Austin (PhD, Fordham University), an Episcopal priest in the diocese of New York, is theologian‐in‐residence at the historic Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan. He has taught in various academic settings and is the author of several books, including Christian Ethics: A Guide for the Perplexed and Up with Authority. He lives in New York, New York.

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RELIGION / Christian Life / Social Issues RELIGION / Christian Theology / Ethics


PUBLIC FAITH IN ACTION How to Think Carefully, Engage Wisely, and Vote with Integrity Miroslav Volf with Ryan McAnnally‐Linz Celebrated Theologian Offers Wisdom for Civic Engagement Christian citizens have a responsibility to make political and ethical judgments in light of their faith and to participate in the political lives of their communities‐‐from their local neighborhoods to the national scene. But it can be difficult to discern which candidates to vote for and which policies to support. This nonpartisan handbook offers Christians practical guidance for thinking through complicated political issues and faithfully following Jesus as citizens of their countries. The book focuses on enduring Christian commitments that should guide readers in their judgments and encourages legitimate debate among Christians over how to live out core values. End‐of‐chapter reflection questions and bibliographic resources are included. Miroslav Volf (DrTheol, University of Tübingen) is Henry B. Wright Professor of Systematic Theology at Yale Divinity School and founding director of the Yale Center for Faith and Culture in New Haven, Connecticut. He has written more than fifteen books. Ryan McAnnally‐Linz, a doctoral candidate in religious studies at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, has coauthored articles with Volf for Sojourners, The Christian Century, and The Huffington Post.

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THE FORGOTTEN WAYS, 2ND ED. Reactivating the Missional Church Alan Hirsch Bestselling Statement on the Contemporary Church, Updated and Revised Visionary leader, educator, and strategist Alan Hirsch is convinced that inherited formulas for growing the body of Christ do not work anymore. Rather than relying on slightly revised solutions from the past, he sees the future growth of the church coming about by harnessing the power of the early church. This definitive statement of the church as missional movement offers six proven characteristics of thriving churches. The new edition of this bestselling book (over 50,000 copies sold), now updated and revised throughout, provides fresh examples of growing churches and reflects on the last ten years of the missional movement. It includes charts, diagrams, an expanded glossary of terms, and an index. Alan Hirsch is an international speaker and the founding director of Forge Mission Training Network. He co‐leads Future Travelers, a program that helps megachurches become missional movements, and has authored numerous books. Hirsch is cofounder and adjunct faculty for the MA in missional church movements at Wheaton College and an adjunct professor at Fuller Theological Seminary and George Fox Seminary, among other schools. He lives in Los Angeles, California.

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THE LOST LETTERS OF PERGAMUM, 2ND ED. A Story from the New Testament World Bruce W. Longenecker A Fascinating Glimpse into the World of the New Testament Transported two thousand years into the past, readers are introduced to Antipas, a Roman civic leader who has encountered the writings of the biblical author Luke. Luke's history sparks Antipas's interest, and they begin corresponding. While the account is fictional, the author is a highly respected New Testament scholar who weaves reliable historical information into a fascinating story, offering a fresh, engaging, and creative way to learn about the New Testament world. The first edition has been widely used in the classroom (over 30,000 copies sold). This updated edition, now with improved readability and narrative flow, will bring the social and political world of Jesus and his first followers to life for many more students of the Bible. Bruce W. Longenecker (PhD, University of Durham) is professor of religion and W. W. Melton Chair of Religion at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. He is the author or coauthor of numerous books, including Thinking through Paul, The Cross before Constantine, and Philippians and Philemon in Paideia: Commentaries on the New Testament.

APRIL 2016Baker Academic

APRIL 19 9780801097966 US $19.99 CAN $24.99 Paperback / softback 5.500 in W | 8.500 in H 208 pages Carton Quantity: 68

RELIGION / Leadership

REVIEWING LEADERSHIP, 2ND ED. A Christian Evaluation of Current Approaches ENGAGING CULTURE Robert Banks, Bernice M. Ledbetter, and David Greenhalgh Evaluating Current Approaches to Leadership This book offers a comprehensive evaluation of current approaches to leadership from a discerning Christian perspective. Combining expertise in leadership, theology, and ministry, the authors take a historical look at leadership and how it is viewed and used in today's context. The book is informed by both biblical and leadership studies scholarship and interacts with a number of popular marketplace writings on leadership. It also evaluates exemplary role models of Christian leadership. The second edition has been updated and revised throughout. Robert J. Banks (PhD, University of Cambridge) is visiting professor and associate at the Centre for the History of Christian Thought and Experience, Macquarie University. Bernice M. Ledbetter (EdD, Pepperdine University) is practitioner faculty of organizational theory and management at Pepperdine University. David Greenhalgh (EdD, Boston University) is professor of education and leadership and directs the PhD in organizational leadership program at Eastern University.

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ANCIENT CHRISTIAN WORSHIP Early Church Practices in Social, Historical, and Theological Perspective Andrew B. McGowan An Important Study on the Worship of the Early Church This introduction to the origins of Christian worship illuminates the importance of ancient liturgical patterns for contemporary Christian practice. Andrew McGowan takes a fresh approach to understanding how Christians came to worship in the distinctive forms still familiar today. Deftly and expertly processing the bewildering complexity of the ancient sources into lucid, fluent exposition, he sets aside common misperceptions to explore the roots of Christian ritual practices‐‐including the Eucharist, baptism, communal prayer, preaching, Scripture reading, and music‐‐in their earliest recoverable settings. Now in paper. Andrew B. McGowan (PhD, University of Notre Dame), an Anglican priest, is president and dean of the Berkeley Divinity School and J. L. Caldwell McFaddin and Rosine B. McFaddin Professor of Anglican Studies and Pastoral Theology at Yale Divinity School in New Haven, Connecticut.

MAY 2016Baker Academic

MAY 17 9780801097874 US $29.99 CAN $37.49 Paperback / softback 6.000 in W | 9.000 in H 320 pages Carton Quantity: 40

RELIGION / Biblical Studies / Paul's Letters RELIGION / Christianity / Pentecostal & Charismatic

THE MIND OF THE SPIRIT Paul's Approach to Transformed Thinking Craig S. Keener Leading Scholar Explores Paul's Teaching on the Mind This major work by a leading New Testament scholar explores an important but neglected area of Pauline theology, Paul's teaching about the mind. In discussing matters such as the corrupted mind, the mind of Christ, and the renewal of the mind, Paul adapts language from popular intellectual thought in his day, but he does so in a way distinctively focused on Christ and Christ's role in the believer's transformation. Keener enables readers to understand this thought world so they can interpret Paul's language for contemporary Christian life. The book helps overcome a false separation between following the Spirit and using human judgment and provides a new foundation for relating biblical studies and Christian counseling. Craig S. Keener (PhD, Duke University) is F. M. and Ada Thompson Professor of Biblical Studies at Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky. He has authored many books, including Miracles: The Credibility of the New Testament Accounts, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament, and commentaries on Acts, Matthew, John, Romans, 1‐2 Corinthians, and Revelation.


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JESUS THE GOD‐MAN The Unity and Diversity of the Gospel Portrayals Darrell L. Bock with Benjamin I. Simpson What the Gospels Tell Us about Who Jesus Is This clear, compact introduction surveys what the Gospels tell us about who Jesus is by exploring his teachings and actions in their contexts. Darrell Bock, a leading evangelical New Testament scholar who speaks and teaches around the world, and Benjamin Simpson treat the Gospels as reliable sources for a plausible portrait of Jesus. Condensing years of extensive study on the topic, this handy, readable textbook presents fresh ways to understand the Gospels, especially the Synoptics in comparison with John. Darrell L. Bock (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is executive director for cultural engagement at the Hendricks Center at Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, Texas, where he also serves as senior research professor of New Testament studies. Benjamin I. Simpson (PhD, Dallas Theological Seminary) is associate dean and assistant professor of New Testament studies at Dallas Theological Seminary's Houston, Texas, campus.



RELIGION / General RELIGION / Comparative Religion

WHY STUDY RELIGION? Understanding Humanity's Pursuit of the Divine Terry C. Muck Why Studying Religion Matters in a Pluralistic Context This brief primer explains why Christian students should study religion, how they should go about it, and why it is important in our contemporary, pluralistic context. Senior religion scholar Terry Muck introduces the discipline and explains how it can be approached by Christian students. He explores the contemporary significance of studying religion in a complex, multicultural world and concludes by addressing the skills students must bring to the study of religion in the twenty‐first century. Written in accessible prose suitable for undergraduates, this introduction can be used to supplement any standard religion textbook. Terry C. Muck (PhD, Northwestern University), now retired, served as executive director of the Louisville Institute in Louisville, Kentucky, after teaching many years at Austin Presbyterian Seminary and Asbury Theological Seminary. A senior scholar of religion, he has authored, coauthored, or edited numerous books, including Christianity Encountering World Religions and Handbook of Religion.



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DIVINE SIMPLICITY Christ the Crisis of Metaphysics Paul R. Hinlicky A Fresh Articulation of the Unity of God This volume critiques various ways divine simplicity‐‐which suggests God's being is identical to God's attributes‐‐has shaped Christian theology and offers a fresh articulation of the unity of God. The author proposes that the concept of divine simplicity, carried over from the Greek metaphysical tradition, was heedlessly incorporated into the language of Christian trinitarian theology during the patristic period. He identifies numerous problems that have resulted from its retention in postpatristic Christian dogmatics, arguing that uncritical use of the concept renders the biblical God inexpressible and unknowable. This major contribution to contemporary trinitarian dogmatics also contains a unique approach to the problem of Christian‐Muslim relations. Paul R. Hinlicky (PhD, Union Theological Seminary, New York; DHabil, Comenius University, Bratislava) is Tise Professor of Lutheran Studies at Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia. He has authored three critically acclaimed studies in systematic theology, Paths Not Taken, Luther and the Beloved Community, and Divine Complexity.

JULY 2016Baker Academic

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RELIGION / Christian Rituals & Practice / Worship & Liturgy RELIGION / Christian Ministry / Pastoral Resources

THE MUSIC ARCHITECT Blueprints for Engaging Worshipers in Song Constance M. Cherry Guidance for Leaders Seeking a Richer Way to Employ Worship Music Worship expert Constance Cherry offers comprehensive guidance to Christian leaders seeking a deeper, richer way to employ worship music in engaging ways for twenty‐first‐century worshipers. Following Cherry's successful book The Worship Architect, this work helps Christian leaders think theologically and act pastorally about worship music in their churches. It addresses larger issues beyond the surface struggles of musical styles and provides tools to critically evaluate worship songs. The book is applicable to all Christian traditions and worship styles and is well suited to both the classroom and the local church. Each chapter concludes with suggested practical exercises, recommended reading, and basic vocabulary terms. Constance M. Cherry (DMin, Northern Baptist Theological Seminary) is professor of worship and practical ministry at Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Indiana, and on the faculty of the Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies. She speaks and teaches internationally and is a regular adjunct professor at several seminaries. Cherry has also served local churches as a minister of music/worship and as a pastor.



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SACRAMENTAL PREACHING Sermons on the Hidden Presence of Christ Hans Boersma Leading Scholar Offers a Theological Approach to Preaching This primer on the ministry of preaching connects reading the Bible theologically with preparing and preaching sermons. Hans Boersma explains that exegesis involves looking beyond the historical and literal meaning of the text to the hidden sacramental reality of Christ himself, which enables us to reach the deepest meaning of the Scriptures. He provides models for theological sermons along with commentary on exegetical and homiletical method and explains that patristic exegesis is relevant for reading the Bible today. The book includes a foreword by Eugene H. Peterson. Hans Boersma (ThD, University of Utrecht), a leading theologian and an experienced preacher, is J. I. Packer Professor of Theology at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia. He currently holds the Danforth Visiting Chair at St. Louis University (2015‐16). Boersma is the author of numerous books, including Violence, Hospitality, and the Cross.



RELIGION / Christianity / History RELIGION / Christian Theology / History RELIGION / History

GETTING TO KNOW THE CHURCH FATHERS, 2ND ED. An Evangelical Introduction Bryan M. Litfin A Trusted Introduction to the Church Fathers This concise introduction to the church fathers connects evangelical students and readers to twelve key figures from the early church. Bryan Litfin engages readers with actual people, not just abstract doctrines or impersonal events, to help them understand the fathers as spiritual ancestors in the faith. The first edition has been well received and widely used. This updated and revised edition adds chapters on Ephrem of Syria and Patrick of Ireland. The book requires no previous knowledge of the patristic period and includes original, easy‐to‐read translations that give a brief taste of each writer's thought. Bryan M. Litfin (PhD, University of Virginia) is professor of theology at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, Illinois. He is the author of several books, including Early Christian Martyr Stories, and has written numerous scholarly articles and essays.



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THE SYNOPTIC PROBLEM Four Views Stanley E. Porter and Bryan R. Dyer, eds. Leading Scholars Debate a Key New Testament Topic The relationship between Matthew, Mark, and Luke is one of the most contested topics in Gospel studies. How do we account for the close similarities‐‐and differences‐‐in the Synoptic Gospels? In the last few decades, the standard answers to the typical questions regarding the Synoptic Problem have come under fire while new approaches have surfaced. This up‐to‐date introduction articulates and debates the four major views. Following an overview of the issues, leading proponents of each view set forth their positions and respond to each of the other views. A concluding chapter summarizes the discussion and charts a direction for further study. Stanley E. Porter (PhD, University of Sheffield) is president, dean, professor of New Testament, and Roy A. Hope Chair in Christian Worldview at McMaster Divinity College in Hamilton, Ontario. He has authored or edited dozens of books. Bryan R. Dyer (PhD, McMaster Divinity College) is acquisitions editor for Baker Academic in Grand Rapids, Michigan.



RELIGION / Biblical Reference / Language Study

OLD TESTAMENT TEXTUAL CRITICISM, 2ND ED. A Practical Introduction Ellis R. Brotzman and Eric J. Tully A Readable, Updated Introduction to Textual Criticism This accessibly written, practical introduction to Old Testament textual criticism helps students understand the discipline and begin thinking through complex issues for themselves. The authors combine proven expertise in the classroom with cutting‐edge work in Hebrew textual studies. This successful classic (nearly 25,000 copies sold) has been thoroughly expanded and updated to account for the many changes in the field over the past twenty years. It includes examples, illustrations, an updated bibliography, and a textual commentary on the book of Ruth. Ellis R. Brotzman (PhD, New York University), now retired, was senior professor of Old Testament at Tyndale Theological Seminary in the Netherlands for more than twenty years. He lives in Houghton, New York. Eric J. Tully (PhD, University of Wisconsin‐Madison) is assistant professor of Old Testament and Semitic languages at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois.



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ENGAGING THE DOCTRINE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Love and Gift in the Trinity and the Church Matthew Levering A Distinguished Theologian on the Doctrine of the Holy Spirit Distinguished theologian Matthew Levering offers a historical examination of the doctrine of the Holy Spirit, defending an Augustinian model against various contemporary theological views. A companion piece to Levering's Engaging the Doctrine of Revelation, this work critically engages contemporary and classical doctrines of the Holy Spirit in dialogue with Orthodox and Reformed interlocutors. Levering makes a strong dogmatic case for conceiving of the Holy Spirit as love between Father and Son, given to the people of God as a gift. Matthew Levering (PhD, Boston College) is Perry Family Foundation Professor of Theology at Mundelein Seminary, University of Saint Mary of the Lake, in Mundelein, Illinois. A prolific writer, he has authored numerous books, including Engaging the Doctrine of Revelation, The Proofs of God, and The Theology of Augustine.


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RELIGION / Biblical Studies / Old Testament RELIGION / Biblical Criticism & Interpretation / Old Testament

BEING HUMAN IN GOD'S WORLD An Old Testament Theology of Humanity J. Gordon McConville A Biblical Perspective on What It Means to Be Human This major work by a widely respected Old Testament scholar and theologian unpacks a biblical perspective on fundamental questions of what it means to be human. J. Gordon McConville explores how a biblical view of humanity provides a foundation for Christian reflection on ethics, economics, politics, and church life and practice. The book shows that the Old Testament's view of humanity as "earthed" and "embodied" plays an essential part in a well‐rounded Christian theology and spirituality, and applies the theological concept of the "image of God" to all areas of human existence. J. Gordon McConville (PhD, Queen's University, Belfast) is professor of Old Testament theology at the University of Gloucestershire in Gloucestershire, England, where he has taught for more than twenty years. He has authored or edited many books, including commentaries on Deuteronomy, Joshua, 1 and 2 Chronicles, and Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther.

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NETWORKED THEOLOGY Negotiating Faith in Digital Culture ENGAGING CULTURE Heidi A. Campbell and Stephen Garner The Theological Implications of Digital Culture This informed theology of communication and media analyzes how we consume new media and technologies and discusses the impact on our social and religious lives. Combining expertise in religion online, theology, and technology, the authors synthesize scholarly work on religion and the internet for a nonspecialist audience. They show that both media studies and theology offer important resources for helping Christians engage in a thoughtful and faith‐based critical evaluation of the effect of new media technologies on society, our lives, and the church. Heidi A. Campbell (PhD, University of Edinburgh) is associate professor of communication at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. She has been featured in the Chicago Tribune, LA Times, and The Wall Street Journal, and on PBS's Religion & Ethics Newsweekly. Stephen Garner (PhD, University of Auckland) is lecturer in theology at the University of Auckland in Auckland, New Zealand.



RELIGION / Christianity / Lutheran RELIGION / Christianity / History

MARTIN LUTHER AND THE ENDURING WORD OF GOD The Wittenberg School and Its Scripture‐Centered Proclamation Robert Kolb A World‐Class Scholar on Luther's Use of Scripture The Reformation revolutionized church life through its new appreciation for God's presence and working through the Bible. Coinciding with the 500th anniversary of the beginning of the Reformation, this volume explains how Luther's approach to the Bible drew his colleagues and contemporary followers into a Scripture‐centered practice of theology and pastoral leadership. World‐class scholar Robert Kolb examines the entire school of interpretation launched by Luther, showing how Luther's students continued the study and spread of God's Word in subsequent generations. Filled with fresh insights and cutting‐edge research, this major statement provides historical grounding for contemporary debates about the Bible. Robert Kolb (PhD, University of Wisconsin) is Mission Professor of Systematic Theology emeritus at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. He is the author or coauthor of numerous books, including The Genius of Luther's Theology and Luther and the Stories of God. He is also coeditor of The Book of Concord (2000 translation).

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INTERMEDIATE GREEK GRAMMAR Syntax for Students of the New Testament David L. Mathewson and Elodie Ballantine Emig An Accessible, Up‐to‐Date Intermediate Greek Grammar This intermediate grammar for students of New Testament Greek incorporates the advances of recent linguistic research in an accessible and understandable way. Drawing on years of teaching experience at a leading seminary, the authors help students extend their grasp of Greek for reading and interpreting the New Testament and related writings. They make extensive use of New Testament texts to illustrate each grammatical category. Long enough to provide substantial help yet concise enough for frequent practical use, this book is ideal for intermediate Greek and Greek exegesis classes. It is also a valuable resource for preachers and others. David L. Mathewson (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is associate professor of New Testament at Denver Seminary in Littleton, Colorado, and the author of several books. Elodie Ballantine Emig (MA, Denver Seminary) is instructor of New Testament Greek at Denver Seminary. She has been helping seminary students learn Greek well for three decades.



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PHILIPPIANS AND PHILEMON PAIDEIA: COMMENTARIES ON THE NEW TESTAMENT James W. Thompson and Bruce W. Longenecker New in the Acclaimed Paideia Commentary Series Two respected senior New Testament scholars examine cultural context and theological meaning in Philippians and Philemon in this addition to the well‐received Paideia series. Paideia commentaries explore how New Testament texts form Christian readers by attending to the ancient narrative and rhetorical strategies the text employs, showing how the text shapes theological convictions and moral habits, and making judicious use of maps, photos, and sidebars in a reader‐friendly format. Students, pastors, and other readers will appreciate the historical, literary, and theological insight offered in this practical commentary. James W. Thompson (PhD, Vanderbilt University) is scholar in residence at the Graduate School of Theology at Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas. Bruce W. Longenecker (PhD, University of Durham) is professor of religion and W. W. Melton Chair of Religion at Baylor University in Waco, Texas.


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