At fifteen years of age, May Nicholson was an alcoholic and had even suffered an overdose-induced coma. In her local town of Paisley, Scotland, she became a notorious fighting drunkard. But May's story is one of transformation through God's extravagant love! It will move you to tears, to laughter and to prayer. God brought her through terrible times to find faith and hope. Read May's story and you will discover that - whatever your circumstances, whatever your needs, whatever your addictions - you too are precious to God!

Sadie Robertson, bestselling author of Live Original and star of Dancing with the Stars, has built her brand on a simple but powerful message for teen girls: be who God created you to be and have fun doing it! Live Fearless: A Call to Power, Passion, and Purpose takes this anthem to the next level by empowering readers to reject fear and live a joy- filled life with passion and purpose.

Despite being more connected than any prior generation via technology and social media, today's young people often feel more isolated and anxious than ever before. As they come of age in an uncertain world full of scary headlines and mixed messages, Sadie's story of overcoming fear and anxiety offers hope. Through personal stories, practical insights, and creative solutions, Sadie marks a path toward freedom from fear, anxiety, and comparison.

Written for teens by a teenager who has trekked through these relatable struggles, Live Fearless shows readers how God's plans begin with freedom and only get better from there. Sadie equips young people to walk a very personal and powerful journey with God, to learn to answer life's questions with faith instead of fear, to live without limitations, and to relinquish the effort it takes to try to control the world around them. This timeless and crucial message benefits from Sadie's fresh, vibrant delivery, and young people will be drawn to her authenticity and relatability throughout the book.

Show your pre-schoolers that God made everything around them. These sturdy books start them early in their understanding and are so attractive that they always pick them up first.

Sweet bedtime lullabies and prayers ...just before you turn out the light. A case-bound padded board book from the Really Woolly(R) brand gives children sweet lullabies to help them fall asleep. Little ones will love the charming Really Woolly illustrations, engaging verse, and Scripture from the International Children's Bible(R) that allow them to drift off in sweet dreams, knowing they are loved and safe. Prayer starters also encourage children to end their day talking to God. Other books in the series regularly appear on bestseller lists and have sold more than 850,000 copies. Really Woolly products by DaySpring(R) include cards, videos, and gift and are Dayspring's bestselling children's brand. Trim Size: 5 x 7

Every girl dreams of being pretty on the outside, but what about the inside? No Boys Allowed gives girls a heart-and-soul makeover. Devotions like "Million Dollar Hair" offer them plenty to think about. No girl will look at her hairbrush quite the same when she finds out how much God cares about every part of her-even the hairs on her head! And the "Fun Factoids" section does the hair-counting for her.

Day Dreams and Movie Screens is book two in the Faithgirlz series Lena in the Spotlight, written by Alena Pitts, star of The War Room and tween blogger of For Girls Like You, and cowritten with her mother, editor and author Wynter Pitts. In this fiction story that will appeal to young girls who have big dreams, Lena works to keep her feet on the ground as she deals with sisters, school, friends, and fame. Day Dreams and Movie Screens: Is perfect for young fans of realistic fiction Is for readers ages 8-12 Is suited for summer reading, as a birthday or Christmas gift, or as inspirational reading Contains eight original illustrations In Day Dreams and Movie Screens, eleven-year-old Lena Daniels' summer of Hollywood starlets and movie filming alongside her favorite singer, Mallory Winston, is over. School starts soon, and it seems as though life might just pick up where it left off. But just as she begins to wonder if her summer was all just a dream, her world is turned upside down when she finds out she's hitting the road on a two-week bus tour to further promote the film. While traveling across the country with Mallory and her band, Lena experiences adventures and challenges she never expected, while learning to step outside of her comfort zone and follow the path God has for her life! If you enjoy Day Dreams and Movie Screens check out the first and third books in the Lena in the Spotlight series: Hello Stars Shining Night

Every day I wake up with a happy, thankful heart. From watching the leaves fall to picking pumpkins from the patch, from sharing a Thanksgiving meal with loved ones to learning how to give-there's so much to be thankful for! Join these adorable animals as they say a prayer of thanks to God, who gives us every good thing.

Ideal for sharing, this Caldecott Medal-winning beloved classic presents an illustrated prayer full of the intimate gentleness for familiar things, the love of friends and family, and the kindly protection of God. Bless this milk and bless this bread Bless this soft and waiting bed Where I presently shall be Wrapped in sweet security Winner of the Caldecott Medal and in print since 1941, this is a prayer for boys and girls all over the world. It carries a universal appeal for all ages and brings to our hearts and minds the deep responsibility of preserving for all times the faith and hopes of little children.

Individuals struggle to find meaning within the chaos of states undergoing political change. Religious elites seek to define their role within the new order while political elites search for new ways to ensure legitimacy and develop national unity. Contrasting the politics of religious liberty in a number of Southern and Eastern European countries, John Anderson explores the broader issue of creating a democratic mentality in such transitional societies. In the process he exposes the use of privilege and discrimination practiced by religious and political elites in these societies.

Hearing Bible stories read out loud at bedtime is often a child's first introduction to spending time with God's Word-and the effects can last a lifetime. In God's Words to Dream On, bestselling author Diane Stortz (The Sweetest Story Bible) and incredible illustrator Diane Le Feyer offer a vibrant combination of story and picture with a "once upon a time" voice that stays true to God's powerful Word.

Fifty-two stories take children ages 4-8 through the Bible from Genesis to Revelation in a way that helps young readers see God's plan from before Creation to send Jesus to make the world right again. These carefully chosen stories teach children about God's provision, love, and strength-the perfect truths to be in their hearts as they drift off to sleep. Ideal for birthday, baptism, and "I love you" gifts from parents, grandparents, Sunday school teachers, and godparents, God's Words to Dream On helps children understand the value of reading God's Word every day.

Each engaging Bible story includes: A brief Bible verse called God's Words to Dream On A good-night prayer related to the story called Sleepy-Time Prayer A short summary thought called Bedtime Blessing God's Words to Dream On also includes ideas for establishing a good bedtime routine with your kids, tips for reading aloud, and inspiration for introducing children to the greatest Book of all.

Memorising Scripture is a vital aid to holiness. It strengthens your faith, firms your resolve and honours God. These scripture verses are chosen to give a rounded view of the gospel and also provide comfort, guidance and character to face the trials and joys that life brings. This is a useful addition to the highly successful 'My 1st Book of Questions & Answers' a modern catechism with scripture proofs. Together they provide a God-given structure to the faith of young lives.

Young people-boys and girls alike-will delight in these stories of the saints, many of which will be entirely new to them, as the author has brought out several stories of less-well-known early British saints. An early companion to the popular Child's Book of Warriors, this book was also published under the title "W.V.'s Golden Legend "in the United States.
""The Saints are here treated with a simplicity that is altogether childlike, and with an unforced imagination which is only to be learnt by becoming as a child. And this is perhaps why, although comparatively a new book, it has the air of something pleasantly old, and written long ago; and thus wins its way into the children's library of old favourite authors."
-From the Editor's note to the 1906 Everyman's Library Edition by J.M. Dent & Sons."
William Canton was a journalist, poet and an author of children's books such as "The Invisible Playmate" (1894), "W.V., Her Book "(1896/97), and" A Child's Book of Warriors "(1912). His style in storytelling embodies the legacy of British literature going back as far as Shakespeare and beyond, lending a sophisticated air to prose that is simultaneously charming and accessible.
This book has been painstakingly retypeset in exact imitation of the turn-of-century style of the 1898 original, and includes all the original illustrations including the original cover.

Pairing the popularity of the Really Woolly (R) brand with the popular theme of bedtime, Really Woolly Good Night, God is an adorable padded board book that will help your children go to sleep thinking about how great God is and how much He loves them. You will love putting preschoolers and toddlers to bed with a book that reinforces how good our God is and how much He loves His children. This padded board book gives your children examples of how to pray to God. Little ones will love the Really Woolly illustrations, comforting rhyme, and Scripture verses that show how much God loves and cares for them. Prayer starters encourage children to talk to God. Parents can trust the bestselling Really Woolly brand by DaySpring (R), with more than a million Really Woolly products sold, including books, cards, ornaments, calendars, journals and more. Really Woolly (R) Good Night, God is a sweet way to introduce little hearts to a lifelong relationship with God through prayer. God Gives You Peace I go to bed and sleep in peace. . . . Only you keep me safe. Psalm 4:8 Peace is a thing That is quiet and good, Something you need When you sleep as you should . . . It's God's way of Making you feel safe and sound, A heavenly hug When you lay your head down. Good Night, God . . . thank You for giving me peace while I sleep in Your care.

The story of Buddha's life is timeless and is as relevant today as it was 2,500 years ago when Buddha was alive. It shows how we can learn to maintain a peaceful mind all the time so that we can be happy all the time, and in this way fulfil our own wishes as well as the wishes of all our friends. Few can fail to be inspired by this powerful story. The Buddhism for Children series invites children to make a journey of self-discovery and self-improvement to help them realize their full potential. The purpose is not to convert them to Buddhism but simply to show how everyone, Buddhist or non-Buddhist, can learn something from the teachings of Buddha. These books address the reader in a mature fashion, using the life and teachings of Buddha as a basis for exploring many of the issues and concerns that confront children today. And although these books are written principally for children, anyone who wants a clear explanation of the essence of Buddhism and how it applies to modern living will benefit greatly from reading them.

Get Your Students Talking About the Bible And God. And themselves, their beliefs, their questions, their lives. About the things that matter to them. Do it conveniently and effectively with Junior High-Middle School TalkSheets--Updated , part of the best-selling discussion-starting TalkSheets series from Youth Specialties, now updated for new-millennium students. Here are 50 creative discussions that focus on relevant, real-life topics: Media Influences--TV, Music, Advertising Substance Abuse and Peer Pressure Parents Self-Image and Physical Appearance Jesus Friendships Prayer and Worship Trusting God and Dealing with Doubt . . . and 40 more subjects of perennial interest to teenagers. TalkSheets are one-page reproducible handouts with provocative questions in a compelling design that will get churched and unchurched kids alike talking and thinking about the Bible--and how its principles affect their daily lives. Use TalkSheets to launch your own lesson--or use them as stand-alone Bible studies. Each TalkSheet comes with detailed information and suggestions for discussion leaders: Bible references galore, Internet resources, further group exploration, and activities to pursue during and after the meeting. Junior High-Middle School TalkSheets--Updated is the perfect discussion-starting resource for youth meetings, small groups and cell groups, Sunday school, and camps and retreats. More than a quarter million copies sold in this series

This volume of TalkSheets includes 50 newly improved, ready-to-use discussion starters to get your high schoolers thinking and talking about real life issues.

Learn about the diverse and vibrant festivals that are celebrated around the world. This series encourages children to consider religious beliefs and cultural practices via easy-to-read text and informative full-colour images.|Learn about the diverse and vibrant festivals that are celebrated around the world. This series encourages children to consider religious beliefs and cultural practices via easy-to-read text and informative full-colour images.

You are here for a reason. God is calling you to reshape the planet---to help change it for the better. But if you re like most people, you ll spend years searching out why God made you the way he did and never really uncover God s beauty in you and ultimately never realize why God created you. Some people believe that when it comes to God s Will in your life, there s only one answer. Well, inside the pages of this book, you ll discover that God has definitely created you for a purpose, but that purpose isn t an occupation set in stone for the rest of your life. Take the time to find out what it means for you to leave a footprint. The marks you leave on this world could make all the difference. Inside you ll explore: * Who am I really? What gifts and skills do I have? You ll look deep inside your emotions, your personality, and abilities to understand how God has uniquely gifted you to make a difference on Planet Earth. * What do I dream about? You ll look at what your heart longs to do, and you ll learn that what you dream about is probably something God has placed in you. God has given you passions...will you use them for his glory? * Why am I here? You ll discover your life purpose and look into the things you think God may be calling you to do. And, you ll be challenged to use who you are in the world right now. So take off your shoes and step out in faith. You ll find out what it means for you to leave your footprint in your world today, and what it could mean for your future."

Discover the exciting, and often miraculous, missionary adventures of the "Snowshoe Priest"-Venerable Frederic Baraga, the first bishop of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Declared "Venerable" by Pope Benedict XVI on May 10, 2012, this priest came to the United States from Slovenia in 1830 to undertake his mission as a "simple servant of God." For almost forty years, Fr. Frederic Baraga traveled across over 80,000 square miles of wilderness by snowshoe in winter and canoe in summer. In imitation of Christ, Bishop Baraga become poor so that he might bring the riches of the Catholic Faith to the Chippewa and immigrant residents of the beautiful peninsula he served.

Although not strictly a biography, this book is a story based on historical facts drawn from Bishop Baraga's own journal and letters. Many of the conversations are imagined, but the characters and deeds are real, making this a fascinating, easy-to-read history of Michigan's northern peninsula. While this exciting adventure is intended for youth who are interested in knowing more about this quiet, courageous priest, readers of all ages will be inspired by his life of humility, simplicity, and selfless virtue.

This new study edition contains over 130 footnotes, defining less familiar vocabulary words and-gleaned from Venerable Baraga's Journal and other primary sources-details regarding the region's people and places. Also included are discussion questions, applicable Scripture passages, pertinent quotations of Venerable Baraga from the text, and- most importantly-a section illustrating how to imitate the various virtues of Venerable Frederic Baraga. Additionally, the complete text of Bishop Baraga's 1853 "Pastoral Letter to the Faithful" has been included with numerous references added in order that we may read this in light of Scripture and the "Compendium of the Catechism of the Catholic Church." Learn more about the life, ministry, and heroic virtues of Venerable Frederic Baraga, the "Snowshoe Priest"