Raised in the home of an internationally known television evangelist, yet lost in a world of drugs and alcohol, as a young man, Tim Todd struggled to find his purpose in life. On the very brink of committing suicide, God miraculously broke through the haze of sin to bring this young man from a world of darkness and despair into a world of hope, peace, and redemption. You'll be amazed at Tim's close calls with death, rejoice with him in his victories, and be in awe at how God turned a seemi...

**“An un-put-downable gay romance.” —**Publishers Weekly*Rian Falwell has a problem.And his name is Damon Louis.*Rian’s life as the art teacher to a gaggle of displaced boys at Albin Academy should be smooth sailing—until the stubborn, grouchy football coach comes into his world like a lightning strike and ignites a heated conflict that would leave them sworn enemies if not for a common goal.A student in peril. A troubling secret. A...

**“An un-put-downable gay romance.” —**Publishers Weekly*Rian Falwell has a problem.And his name is Damon Louis.*Rian’s life as the art teacher to a gaggle of displaced boys at Albin Academy should be smooth sailing—until the stubborn, grouchy football coach comes into his world like a lightning strike and ignites a heated conflict that would leave them sworn enemies if not for a common goal.A student in peril. A troubling secret. A...

One hall pass--redeemed. In college, I made the mistake of falling in love with Ward, who was deep in the closet and terrified to come out to his conservative, religious family.He called me Master. Said he loved me. Said he'd be mine forever.I guess he lied, because he ghosted and didn't even attend graduation. It broke my heart and f*cked my head.Eventually, I moved on, married a great guy, and became a US senator.Guess who just showed up as a freshman sena...

Real-life, firsthand stories of personal, modern-day miracles. Miracles still happen!--Crushed under a 10,000-pound logging truck, Bruce Van Natta suddenly found himselffloating above the scene of a horrific accident. There were angels present at the scene.--Ron Pettey’s brain surgeons knew that their patient was in crisis. As doctors worked tobring Ron back, Ron was already experiencing the trip of a lifetime in Heaven.--Surviving a jet crash but trapped...

You don’t have to understand God to trust him.“Just trust me.” Those are the words we often hear in movies just before something bad happens. And yet, we are told to trust God. In a culture where we tend to take control of our own lives, trusting God has become a religious platitude rather than a life-changing attitude. We say it, but do we really mean it? And what does trusting God really look like?Sharon, Mary, and Gwen—the Girlfriends in God ministry tea...

“Hilarious, honest, and full of the hard-won wisdom...At its core is this truth: real change only happens when we realize God loves us whether we change or not.” —Susan E. Isaacs, author of Angry Conversations With GodFrom a popular pastor and radio host—Three Free Sins teaches that the only people who make any progress toward being better are those who know that God will still love them, regardless of how good they are.Th...

The latest in the bestselling Hugs series features inspiring Bible verses paired with heartwarming stories written by ordinary women who have stepped out in faith and experienced God’s faithfulness to them.Hugs Bible Reflections for Women is a moving collection of stories told by women who are not afraid to bare their souls and share their hard-earned life wisdom. Full of inspirational quotes, scripture, insightful tips, and biblical principles, this heart...

Grace is the credential that lets us park close to people's hearts.When Christ calls a pastor He instills a kind of heightened instinct for grace; what we call a shepherd's heart. However, pastors often become disoriented by leadership demands, congregational expectation, and the wounds of ministry. They forget how to use the grace of Christ in the everyday work of pastoring.Through striking word pictures and stories that resonate with every pastor, this book will reinvigorate past...

Best-loved Somewhere Angels now revised and updated”Why Can’t We See Angels?What Do Angels Look Like?Where are Angels When We Need Them?Children have a natural ability to accept the reality of angels. And angels are very important in their lives. They are all around, and they are here to protect us. Using gentle and biblically-based text, author Larry Libby provides comforting answers to questions children (and adults) might ask about angels. The warm, soft illustrations reassure young chi...

It’s All About You.Open this book to any page and take a new look at you, where you’ve been on your spiritual journey, and where you’re going. Out loud, in private, in order, or backwards all the way, this book of questions will have you laughing, praying, thinking, and maybe asking a question or two yourself. It’s a creative and revealing way to get to know God–and you–better than ever. So go ahead. Grab a pen. And get ready to get real.

This inspirational book is a collection of true stories laid out in a daily format; one per day for 365 days. Each story will tell about a work of God in the lives of those who have experienced some aspect of prison. A single scripture verse will accompany each writing, pointing to the hope and truth found in God’s word.While incarcerated, many inmates spiritually hit bottom and come face-to-face with the choices they have made. Thankfully, God uses Christian volunteers, prison cha...