Now available in two new nubby striped cloth colors--blue and red--as well as the original black, Tamara Shopsin's classic "5 Year Diary" is back in stock. Designed by Shopsin--whose illustration work is regularly featured in "The New York Times"--and produced by The Ice Plant and Shopsin's General Store, the pint-sized "5 Year Diary" helps you keep track of the next 60 months of your life in just a few lines a day. Each page of the diary is devoted to one day of the year and subdivided into five sections (each with its own space for notes), so that, as time goes by, past entries can be read as the new ones are written. Handsomely clothbound with a red ribbon bookmark, the diary can be started on any day of any year--even a leap year. In the back of the diary are pages to record the books you've read and places you've traveled. As "New York" magazine's Kendall Herbst noted, the "5 Year Diary" is an ideal gift for anyone, anytime, as well as the perfect way to "trace your life's highlights and trim out the minutiae Think of it as a sort of "CliffsNotes" to your life."

His brother died in his arms, shot by a deputy marshal. He was beaten and tortured by the sheriff and state police. But through it all he returned good for evil, love for hate, progress for prejudice, and brought hope to black and white alike. The story of John Perkins is no ordinary story. Rather, it is a gripping portrayal of what happens when faith thrusts a person into the midst of a struggle against racism, oppression, and injustice. It is about the costs of discipleship--the jailings, the floggings, the despair, the sacrifice. And it is about the transforming work of faith that allowed John to respond to such overwhelming indignities with miraculous compassion, vision, and hope.

On a bitter December day in 1785, Silas Ballantyne arrives at the door of master blacksmith Liege Lee in York, Pennsylvania. Just months from becoming a master blacksmith himself, Silas is determined to finish his apprenticeship and move west. But Liege soon discovers that Silas is a prodigious worker and craftsman and endeavors to keep him in York. Silas becomes interested in both of Liege's daughters, the gentle and faith-filled Eden and the clever and high-spirited Elspeth. When he chooses one, will the other's jealousy destroy their love?
In this sweeping family saga set in western Pennsylvania, one man's choices in love and work, in friends and enemies, set the stage for generations to come. "Love's Reckoning" is the first entry in The Ballantyne Legacy, a rich, multi-layered historical quartet from talented writer Laura Frantz, beginning in the late 1700s and following the Ballantyne family through the end of the Civil War.

In this accessible guide to interpreting the Bible, senior New Testament scholar Robert Stein helps readers identify various biblical genres, understand the meaning of biblical texts, and apply that meaning to contemporary life. This edition has been completely revised throughout to reflect Stein's current thinking and changes to the discipline over the past decade. Students of the Bible will find the book effective in group settings.
Praise for the first edition
"Stein's work is both a fine introduction to the task of biblical hermeneutics for the novice and an innovative refresher for the veteran teacher or pastor."--"Faith & Mission"

The You Are All Kinds of Amazing Boxed Notecard Set from Galison features colorful designs by Carmi Garu. Bright colors mingled with gold foil embellishments add an extra element of delight. This greeting card set is packaged in a sturdy 2-piece drawer box and includes 8 designs and fun messages, including: "You are all kinds of amazing," "Thank you for being you," "Best Friends Forever," and more. There are 17 colored envelopes included within this notecard boxed set, meaning there is one extra in case you make a mistake! They are all-purpose greeting cards that are ideal for sending well wishes to all of your loved ones, no matter the occasion. Features: * 16 cards & 17 envelopes * 8 Styles x 2 each * Sturdy Drawer Box * Box: 4.5 x 6 x 1.75", 114 x 152 x 45 mm * Cards: 4 x 5", 102 x 127 mm Galison was founded in 1979 to work with museums to make artist imagery widely available in the form of well-designed paper products. With new collections each year, Galison has broadened its assortment well beyond stationery to puzzles & games, office products, home decor, and more. Our vision is to inspire people by adding more art to daily life with the products we create.

Mudpuppy Under the Sea 12 Piece Puzzles are designed with extra-thick pieces for children two and older. Ingela Arrhenius has illustrated an underwater look at a porpoise, sea turtle, sea star, seahorse, fish, and kelp, all brightly colored. When put together, the colorful jigsaw puzzle measures 11 x 14. Store the puzzle pieces in a 7 x 10 reusable plastic pouch with a colored zipper.
- Printed with non-toxic soy based inks
- Puzzle greyboard contains 90% recycled paper
- CE and ASTM tested to ensure safety, of course

Jesus came to give us abundant life. So why are so many Christian women living with worn-out faith, struggling just to get by? What if there was something more? What if we could be set free from worry, fear, and the constant cycle of searching for significance?
"The Faith Dare" is a 30-day challenge for women who are tired of ho-hum living and want to break the pattern of self-reliance and people pleasing by putting their trust in God alone and learning to live to please him. This energizing book will change a woman's focus from her moods and attitudes to living in the power of God's Word. It will encourage her to take the next step and begin to live out real faith in her real life.

Restrain - Torture - Execute While such practices may seem barbaric in our modern day "civilized" society, in medieval times brutal devices of restraint, cruel tortures, and unimaginable methods of execution were used to both punish and also to send strong messages of deterrence. With over 100 photos and illustrations and drawing on his own impressive personal collection, author Steve Santini separates fact from fiction as he explores these sinister devices and how they fuctioned within the dark framework of medieval justice.

Author Francis Frangipane tells us that the call of God is a call to war. An enemy lurks at our gates, and one of his first lines of attack is often a spirit of heaviness, which causes Christians to become passive. As a result, they do not pray with authority against the enemy, rendering themselves defenseless in the unfolding battle.
Backed by experience and delivered with passion, Frangipane's timeless message equips believers to receive a fresh anointing from the Holy Spirit--an anointing that will activate the "war mode" in their hearts. We stand at the cusp of a major spiritual awakening in our land, and this is no time for surrender. No, this day we fight

In a church culture that is rapidly losing its unique, intergenerational make-up in favor of small groups and even entire churches designed to target specific age groups, it can be difficult for ministers to relate to those who are not in their own demographic. But Warren and David Wiersbe, representing two generations, believe that generational differences should not keep ministers from relating to their congregations. In this thoughtful and practical book, they offer ten principles for Christian service that always work, at all times and in all places, inviting ministers to get back to the basics of serving others. New and seasoned pastors alike will find this a welcome source of inspiration and instruction on how they can relate and minister to people of all ages.

A concise booklet encouraging Christian athletes to seesports as a true gift from God, created for his glory.

"Why is it that sports seem to bring out the best and theworst in us?" asks author C. J. Mahaney. "Sports are agift from God. But as soon as you introduce the human heart, thingsget complicated." For the Christian athlete, sports are oneof the key battlegrounds in which pride and self-glory are regulartemptations. If sports are indeed a gift from God, why are playingfields and courts so often arenas for our egos? How are we to enjoysports in a godly way?

Self-described "pastor athlete" C. J. Mahaney looksto Scripture for principles that speak to the role of sports in ourlives. This booklet outlines how Christian athletes are to play forthe glory of God and model gratitude, humility, and service. Withcandor and humor, Mahaney recounts his own story with sports andthrough illustrations and practical applications exhorts athletesnot to waste their sports. The booklet concludes with applicationquestions and an addendum to parents. A great gift for Christianathletes, these booklets are also sold in packs of twelve.

What Do the Five Points of Calvinism Really Mean? Many have heard of Reformed theology, but may not be certain what it is. Some references to it have been positive, some negative. It appears to be important, and they'd like to know more about it. But they want a full, understandable explanation, not a simplistic one. What Is Reformed Theology? is an accessible introduction to beliefs that have been immensely influential in the evangelical church. In this insightful book, R. C. Sproul walks readers through the foundations of the Reformed doctrine and explains how the Reformed belief is centered on God, based on God's Word, and committed to faith in Jesus Christ. Sproul explains the five points of Reformed theology and makes plain the reality of God's amazing grace.

We are formed by the images we view. From classical art to advertisements and from news photos to social media, the images we look at mold our ideas of race, gender, and class. They shape how we love God and our neighbor. This practical guide helps us look closely at and understand how a wide variety of images make meaning as aesthetic and cultural objects. Elissa Yukiko Weichbrodt teaches us how to learn from art rather than critique it and how to respond to images in Christian ways, allowing them to positively transform us and how we love. The book includes twenty-three images, most in full color, that range from classical European paintings to Central African sculpture, from Chinese ink painting to political propaganda, and from stark anthropological photographs to unconventional installations.

How can an evangelical view of Scripture be reconciled with modern biblical scholarship? In this book Peter Enns, an expert in biblical interpretation, addresses Old Testament phenomena that challenge traditional evangelical perspectives on Scripture. He then suggests a way forward, proposing an incarnational model of biblical inspiration that takes seriously both the divine and the human aspects of Scripture. This tenth anniversary edition has an updated bibliography and includes a substantive postscript that reflects on the reception of the first edition.

It seems each new day brings us more reason to worry, and many of us find ourselves caught in an endless cycle of bad news and anxiety about the future. But when you belong to God, your struggles and anxieties do not get the last word. God does. And you can experience the comfort and peace he promises each day as you cling to his Word and learn how it can impact your days. Compact and beautifully designed, Carolyn Larsen's Comfort and Peace for Every Day offers you 180 inspiring devotional readings that will help you feel God's reassurance when life gets challenging and experience serenity and calm in your inner being no matter what's going on outside. These short, to-the-point readings illuminate God's promises and show you just how they apply to your everyday life.

The Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible advances the assumption that the Nicene creedal tradition, in all its diversity, provides the proper basis for the interpretation of the Bible as Christian scripture. The series volumes, written by leading theologians, encourage readers to explore how the vital roots of the ancient Christian tradition inform and shape faithfulness today. In this addition to the series, respected theologian Kathryn Greene-McCreight offers a theological reading of Galatians. As with other volumes in the series, this commentary is designed to serve the church, providing a rich resource for preachers, teachers, students, and study groups. It demonstrates the continuing intellectual and practical viability of theological interpretation of the Bible.

Renowned worldwide for her breathtakingly beautiful fantasy artwork, Anne Stokes delights fans yet again with this gorgeous tarot deck. This exquisitely crafted deck offers a compelling gothic twist on the traditional Rider-Waite-Smith suits. The wands are themed to mighty dragons. Cunning vampires have replaced the cups. Skeletons stand in for pentacles, and the swords have become angels. Use this inspiring tarot to explore strange magical worlds, call upon inner strength, understand dark urges, and test the limits of your imagination. Boxed deck (21/2 x 41/2) includes 78 full-color cards and instruction booklet The companion booklets for most Lo Scarabeo decks are in five languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German.

Jesus called his followers to exchange the heavy yoke around their necks for his light one. So why are so many Christians feeling weighed down and burned out? The simple answer is that they are being told from many pulpits across the country what they "should be" doing for God.
Bestselling author Andrew Farley calls this for what it is--works-based religion--and then shares with readers biblical wisdom on the neglected art of resting in Christ. Anyone longing to experience true release from the crushing expectations that the world throws their way will find life and rest in Farley's revolutionary message.

This is the reference book of the century for students of the tarot! Includes the basic definitions of the cards, correspondences (with esoterica, gem stones, runes, astrology, Huna, color, essences, mythology, and language), and a short section on layouts. Riley has collected material from major authors in order to provide definitions of each card in the deck.

Based on don Miguel Ruiz's New York Times bestselling book, The Four Agreements, the 48 cards in this deck provide a simple yet powerful code of conduct for attaining personal freedom and true happiness. There are 12 cards corresponding to each of the four agreements: (1) Be impeccable with your word; (2) Don't take anything personally; (3) Don't make assumptions; and (4) Always do your best. These cards will help you transform your life as you recover the awareness and wisdom of your authentic self!

The ESV Student Study Bible, adapted from the ESV Study Bible, contains 12,000+ study notes, book introductions and timelines, 80+ maps and illustrations, 120 character profiles, 900 "Did You Know?" facts, 10 topical articles, and more.

Faith, though it is as small as a mustard seed, is all that is needed to move mountains.
Faith, though it is confronted with doubts, rebounds stronger than ever because of them.
Faith, though tested by the fieriest of trials, comes through shining like pure gold.
To put it simply, faith is extraordinary
The faith of a believer is much more than wishful thinking. Faith is a certainty. Faith is believing that no matter how things appear on the surface, God is in control. Faith is a constant assurance based on God's track record in our lives and in the lives of the faithful throughout generations past. Our world, the church, and our own lives are filled with the overwhelming evidence of the faithfulness of God.
Extraordinary Faith unfolds a fresh understanding of what faith is and what it is not. Join Sheila Walsh as she leads you through the lessons faith teaches.God spared nothing to show us He is faithfulThrough faith, the impossible becomes possibleFaith isn't about us, it's about who God isAll we need is faith for the next stepWrestling with doubts strengthens our faithFaith means trusting God even when nothing makes sense