A radical reassessment of the role of Mary the mother of Jesus and other women in the early Church Despite the commonly held assumption that the Bible says little about the mother of Jesus, there are many indications that Mary preceded and inspired her son in fostering the emergence of a new faith community. In the Gospel of John, Mary instigates Jesus' first miracle, and in all four gospels she is present at the crucifixion, suggesting hers was a place of unparalleled importance in the Christian story. Setting aside presuppositions based on doctrine, Chris Maunder returns to the New Testament to answer the question 'Who was Mary?' He re-examines the virgin conception of Jesus, Mary's contribution to Jesus' ministry, and her central role in the events of the crucifixion and the resurrection. In so doing, Maunder casts a thought-provoking new light on Mary and the women, including Mary Magdalene, who stood alongside her.

Like adults, children often struggle with insecurities and doubts. Maybe they wish they looked like someone else, or were better at soccer or painting, or simply wonder if they measure up to their peers. Uniquely You reminds children of an incredible truth––God made them the way they are for a reason, and they are amazing! They are beautiful and talented in their own unique ways, and they are exactly who God wants them to be. Renowned Bible teacher Joyce Meyer invites children to joyfully embrace their unique identities and to celebrate the unique identities of others.

Uniquely You is ideal for children between the ages of 2 - 5.

The Action Bible Devotional pairs selected stories from the bestselling Action Bible with spiritual lessons and action-adventure missions that launch kids’ faith into everyday life. Covering themes such as friendship, temptation, sibling rivalry, self-esteem, and materialism, The Action Bible Devotional offers a year’s worth of activities, questions, and ideas that will keep young readers engaged with the Bible every day.

Looking for adventure? With eye-popping comic illustrations and a week’s worth of activities for each Bible story, this one-year devotional gives you real-life ways to meet with God and live out his spiritual adventure every day.

Every week’s story includes:

• Key Verse- a highlight from the story you just read
• X-Ray Vision- thoughts to connect the story with your life
• Your Mission- three ideas to put the themes into action
• Your Debrief-three questions to spark some brain cells
• Mission Accomplished-your place to make notes

It’s all about faith in action as you dive into life knowing God is with you. So get ready to read, draw, doodle, create, pray, and discover. The adventure awaits!

Ben doesn’t like going to school. The other kids are mean to him and he doesn’t have any friends! But then his mom tells him that Jesus loves him and that he is very special. The next day the teacher announces that they’re going to have a concert! Maybe this will be his
chance to finally make friends …

Zuléka Smit’s touching story about the difficulties of going to school for the first time is based on her many years in education, as well as her experiences with her own kids.

From beloved bestselling author Marianne Richmond comes a heartwarming book full of goodnights and gratitude. Thank You God, Good Night reminds readers and little ones just how much there is to be thankful for every day.

Snuggle up with animal friends to thank God for the joys in the day, big and small, and celebrate the blessings found all around us.

One more thing before I dream...
Thank you, God, for everything!

Thank you, God, for family dear
helpers, teachers far and near

Thank you, God for friends and fun.
Memory making, rain or sun.

An irresistible picture book adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's original iconic lyrics to the smash-hit musical! Join Joseph on an epic, song-filled adventure in this new anniversary reissue! Following the age-old Bible story with the libretto from the musical, this new picture book is jam-packed full of big characters, jeopardy and redemption, with a healthy dose of theatrical flair. Head into the electrifying world of Pharaoh, Potiphar, Joseph and the brothers, and remind yourself of all the classic numbers - Any Dream Will Do, Close Every Door, and so many more. This anniversary edition celebrates 50 years since the professional premiere of the stage show at the Edinburgh International Festival in 1972. Featuring a new introduction by acclaimed lyricist Sir Tim Rice, and pictures by the UK's most-loved illustrator, Sir Quentin Blake. Don't forget to sing along! 'Tremendously engaging' - The Evening Standard

Target success in CCEA GCSE Religious Studies with this proven formula for effective, structured revision. Key content coverage is combined with exam-style tasks and practical tips to create a revision guide that students can rely on to review, strengthen and test their knowledge. With My Revision Notes, every student can: - Get to grips with Bible text with all the passages from the specification included - Plan and manage a successful revision programme using the topic-by-topic planner - Consolidate subject knowledge by working through clear and focused content coverage - Test understanding and identify areas for improvement with regular exam-style tasks and answers - Improve exam technique through practice questions, sample answers and guidance

Lea gaan skool toe is gebaseer op die suksesvolle Ben gaan skool toe boek en Ben-reeks deur Zuléka Smit wat by dogtertjies aanklank sal vind. Hierdie lieflike boeke word geïllustreer deur Johann Strauss en Lea sal sommer dadelik in almal se harte inkruip. Hierdie is die eerste boek in die nuwe Lea-reeks en fokus op Lea, wat net soos haar boetie Ben, ook nou moet skool toe gaan.

Lea hou so min van skool dat haar magie sommer pyn. Niemand by die skool wil met haar speel nie. Juffrou kondig ’n kunswedstryd aan ... miskien is daar ander maatjies wat ook soos Lea hou van teken?

Zuléka Smit se pragtige storie oor die onsekerheid van skool toe gaan is gebaseer op haar baie jare in die onderwys en ook haar ervarings met haar eie kinders.

Ben is being bothered by not one, but two bullies at school. The twin boys with the red hair scares him sometimes, and they make Ben feel unhappy. Because of this, Ben doesn’t even want to go to school anymore. But then his mom reminds him that Jesus is always with
him and that there are other ways to handle bullies.

This beautiful story by Zuléka Smit sensitively explores the topic of being bullied, especially at school, and is based on her years of experience as an educator as well as being a mother.

In book two of The Inkwell Chronicles, Everett and his little sister Bea find themselves drawn even more deeply into the secret world of the Inklings, those who seek to protect the world's rapidly diminishing supply of magic Ink. When a miraculous new type of ink called Inkanto begins to appear around the world, initial celebration soon gives way to suspicions about its mysterious origins. As the race to find and control the world's supply of Ink intensifies, signs begin to appear that not is all that it seems. Will the siblings and their fellow Inklings be able to uncover the truth in time? Fans of The Silver Arrow, The Bookwanderers, and Inkheart will love this classic battle of good and evil that pits creativity against the forces that would seek to blot it out for good.

Ben gaan in sy heel eerste rugbywedstryd speel. Sy maag gee sommer so ’n wilde draai as hy net aan die wedstryd dink. In die wedstryd druk Ben ’n uitstekende drie … maar onder die verkeerde pale! Sy hartjie voel baie skaam oor hierdie fout, maar Pappa lees vir hom in die Kinderbybel dat hy nie skaam hoef te wees vir foute nie.

Ben and the Big Game is ’n lieflike storie wat kinders leer dat dit almal soms foute maak en dat dit jou nie moet onderkry nie, maar dat jy eerder uit foute moet leer en altyd weer probeer.

Lea wil nie meer skool toe gaan nie want dit is deesdae nie vir haar lekker nie. Daar is ’n kwaai tweeling, Miems en Elsie, wat lelike dinge vir haar sê by die skool en die meisies vat haar kos wanneer dit pouse is. Op ’n dag verloor Miems haar gunstelingpop se haarlint en voel baie hartseer daaroor. Maar Lea maak ’n slim plan om vir Miems te help en sy en die tweeling word vriende!

Lea en die boelies bespreek die sensitiewe tema van boeliegedrag, veral by skole, en is gebaseer op die skrywer se baie jare van ondervinding in die onderwys en ook haar ervaring met haar eie kinders.

Lea en die boelies is gebaseer op die suksesvolle Ben-reeks deur Zuléka Smit met soortgelyke temas wat by dogtertjies aanklank sal vind. Dit is die tweede boek in die gewilde Lea-reeks. Johann Strauss se bekoorlike illustrasies versier die bladsye

Jesus Calling®: 365 Devotions for Kids (Girls Edition) offers families an entire year of devotions on the topic peace. Adapted from the bestselling Jesus Calling®, each day's devotion has the same theme as the adult version, as well as written-out Scriptures.

It is a great choice for families to read and discuss during devotional time together.

Written as if Jesus Himself is speaking directly to the reader, Jesus Calling®: 365 Devotions for Kids will engage kids and help them find lifelong peace in Jesus.

Jesus Calling® children's products have sold more than 2 million units. This latest design follows the format that has been so successful in the past - but with a fun, pink girls design. Parents and grandparents will love to share the message they already know and love with the children in their lives and will enjoy reading alongside their kids on the same meaningful theme in the adult version of Jesus Calling® for that day.

Kids have big feelings, but none of their feelings are too big for God. In this picture book from licensed?counselor Michelle Nietert and Tama Fortner, young readers will explore what it means to feel their sadness and discover how to manage their emotions in a healthy way. Sad is a feeling that can be hard, but if we listen to it, we can learn things about ourselves. In God, I Feel Sad, kids discover that it's okay to be sad and that God is in all things, including sadness. With simple, accessible text, sad becomes an emotion that kids don't need to avoid and instead something they can use to grow closer to God. The bright, emotive art by Nomar Perez will draw kids in, and a note in the back provides tips and techniques parents and caregivers can use to help young children process their feelings in a beneficial way. God, I Feel Sad teaches kids ages 4 to 8 how to: Identify the feeling of sadness See signs of sadness in others Recognize things that can make them feel sad Embrace sadness without letting it overwhelm them Talk to God about their feelings God, I Feel Sad is perfect for: Helping young kids develop positive ways to manage and name their feelings Children dealing with changing emotions, new experiences, or loss Family read-aloud time Supporting good communication and mental health habits at an early age

This is an ideal first word and picture board book to share with your baby or toddler as a first step to discovering Easter traditions. The pages feature bright pcitures of chocolate eggs, Easter baskets, chicks, bunnies and more to look at, and there are lots of different touch-and-feel textures including foil, glitter and fabric which little fingers will just love to explore.