American culture is evolving rapidly as a result of shifts in its religious landscape. American civil religion is robust enough to make room for new perspectives, as religious pluralism is foundational for democracy. Moreover, as Amy Black and Douglas L. Koopman argue, American religion and politics are indivisible. In this study, they interrogate three visions of American identity: Christian nationalism, strict secularism, and civil religion. Whereas the growth of Christian nationalism an...

Learn to think deeply about the relationship between church and state in a way that goes beyond mere policy debates and current campaigns.Few topics can grab headlines and stir passions quite like politics, especially when the church is involved. Considering the attention that many Christian parachurch groups, churches, and individual believers give to politics--and of the varying and sometimes divergent political ideals and aims among them*--Five Views on the Chur...

Politics isn’t a four-letter word.Everyone’s been at that dinner party. The conversation takes a political turn. The arguments start, the atmosphere grows tense, and all that remains is a hopeless stalemate and an awkward silence. Makes you wonder . . . is thoughtful and productive dialogue about politics even possible?In Honoring God in the Red or Blue, Dr. Amy Black addresses the debaters as well as those intimi...

"Wishing still . . . " is a love story. A fairy tale for "grown-ups." One that takes the reader into the minds and hearts of the characters as well as to beautiful places throughout the country and ends with "happily ever after" in a surprising way.

Calm their fears and dry their tears.From sickness to surgery—broken bones to broken hearts – Your loved one will enjoy listening to this sweet get well soon story❣️Join these adorable friends, Bunny and Koala, on a heartwarming journey showing the importance of kindness and the power of empathy.When Bunny comes to cheer up Koala who is sick, they imagine the fun adventures they want to have when Koala feels better ❤️️ It’...

A story of friendship and empathy for bedtime, the classroom, or during therapy to help children understand and appropriately react to bullying. For ages 3-8.Punk the Skunk liked to tease. Normally, his teasing was harmless. But what happens when teasing goes too far?For a child, recognizing mistakes can be difficult. Saying I'm sorry can be even harder. Help your child learn this valuable social skill with Punk the...

Quilliam's bad temper and shooting quills are causing trouble. Can he learn to control his anger before someone gets hurt?Quilliam the Porcupine has a very BAD TEMPER.Quilliam’s friends have to duck whenever he gets red in the face and starts to shake. They know what’s about to happen, and they don’t want to be hit by one of his angry quills.But Quilliam doesn’t like putting his friends in danger, so he decides to change. But how?Parents, co...

A meaningful resource to help children understand who they are and that they are perfectly loved.In this beautifully illustrated book, your child can explore mini gospel lessons relevant to kids today, learn faith-based affirmations, and read related Bible verses. Every page will remind your child of their value and purpose as a precious child of God.With each devotional, your child can:Build a positive self-image

Let the fun begin!Fairies, a barking unicorn, and magic abound.Sage adores slime. When her mom suggests she make a food-based slime, it’s experiment time in the kitchen. But unexpected things start to happen when Sage finds fantastic Fizzle Flakes!WARNING! The hidden pixies on every page are causing quite a commotion!A picture book for children ages 4-8, preschool to 2nd grade. Made especially for the unicor...

If you think Sage was excited to get a pet unicorn, wait until she discovers her mom's magical little secret.When Sage’s dog, Daisy, spills Fizzle Flakes on herself and turns into a unicorn, Sage is excited. But her mom is worried.The Fizzle Flakes are now gone, but Sage's mom needs them to become tiny and get wings. She’s a part-time fairy!Sage and her mom embark on a magical journey to Fizzle Valley to get more flakes, but...

An adorable growth mindset story focusing on the power of the word YET!For ages 3-7.Adding "Yet" to the end of an "I can't" statement encourages resilience and makes difficult things seem possible.Clutz is a very CLUMSY cat! He doesn't like to try new things because he's afraid he'll get hurt.Maybe his motto will help:I don't know how to do this YET, and though it may be tough,

A funny Frankenstein? A not-so-spooky spider? A moody mummy? HALLOWEEN has never been so HYSTERICAL!Fred imagines amazing adventures during his nightly bubble baths. "SUNDAY, I'm a SPOOKY SPIDER crawling up your arm. I may seem rather creepy, but I don't mean any harm." What will he be on MONDAY?Using alliteration and written in rhyme, this Halloween book teaches HYGIENE and the DAYS OF THE WEEK in an imaginative story your kids will want t...