E. Stanley Jones wrote "Victorious Living" in 1936 to respond to inquirers who had come to him morally and spiritually defeated. They were inwardly beaten, thus outwardly ineffective. The book responds with individual and social emphases, and goes step by step, as if on a ladder, to work through the pressing questions of the inner life and how it extends outward: How do we achieve a life evidencing the peace that passes understanding, even in ourselves, let alone passing it on?

What makes the difference between ordinary living and extraordinary, victorious living? How can we build a new inner strength that shines through in our outward character and relationships? Our own efforts to rise above are ineffective but by applying the power of God s Word we can close the gap between our reality and our beliefs. Each daily reading offers essential truths and eternal principles: keys to victorious living in the circumstances we encounter every day Now this vibrant work is making a long deserved comeback, with a new foreword by Leonard Sweet."

"Families are living stories. They tell us where we came from, guide us as we live our lives, and help us see who we could become. Especially priceless are the lives and words of those who came before us.

From Christ-followers living near the time of the apostles to the early defenders of the faith, we are enriched by the wise advice and inspiring examples of our Christian ancestors. In the face of heresy and persecution, these saints lived lives faithful to the gospel story.

The Book of Saints: The Early Era is a devotional gateway to the thoughts and insights of church leaders and teachers who lived before the middle of the fourth century AD. Living in a pagan world, much like our own, these saintly persons have much to say to us today. Their words and life stories, along with prayers and Scripture selections, are brought together in this book to inspire and challenge us to a life of love and holiness, the great themes of our family story."

About the Contributor(s): Rolland Hein, professor emeritus from Wheaton College, also graduated from Wheaton in 1954. Having recieved a BD degree from Grace Theological Seminary and a PhD from Purdue University, he taught English at Bethel College, St. Paul, until 1970. His writings include George MacDonald: Victorian Mythmaker and Christian Mythmakers. He currently conducts a class in myth at the Wade Center on Saturday mornings. He and his wife, Dorothy, live near St. Charles, Illinois.

There's a lot that comes with being a teenager and dealing with all the stuff thrown at you. You have to navigate friendships, school, parents, your hopes and dreams for the future, and learning about yourself. When you throw trying to live for God into the mix, it takes everything to another level Whew Well, despite the challenges of life, you can follow God's word, embrace your identity as His child, stand out of the crowd, and let your light shine. After all, you are a Destined D.I.V.A. This is your book. You may use it as part of a Destined D.I.V.A. group or you may use it all by yourself. It's designed to help you read more of the bible, learn more about God, and learn more about yourself. You'll read it, write in it, and hopefully share some of what's inside with your friends. And the good thing is you can always revisit the information inside of it. Visit The Destined D.I.V.A. website at www.thedestineddivas.com. There's a virtual hangout just for you

The Destined D.I.V.A. Leader's Guide integrates practical life skills, group accountability, and biblical truths to help young women make positive decisions that are aligned with their identity as children of God. Teen girls are empowered through God's Word to stand out of the crowd, embrace their identity of disciples of Christ, and walk in God's love to let their light shine. The Destined D.I.V.A. lifestyle system teaches practical life skills rooted in God's Word on topics such as self-esteem, healthy relationships, sexuality, anger management, goal setting, leadership, and more This interactive, ready-to-use curriculum is complete with 25 sessions that include scripture references, group discussions prompts, fun activities, and suggested prayers. With this system, leaders will encourage teen girls to grow in their spiritual identity as children of God. Learn more about The Destined D.I.V.A. Lifestyle System at www.thedestineddivas.com.

The business of life is to live and to live well. But in this day and age we know almost everything about life except how to live it. We can dissect life and explain its parts and then fail to put it together again in such a way that it becomes a coordinated, harmonious whole. Through the vibrant writings of E. Stanley Jones, discover not only how God desires more for us than we could ever think or imagine, but freely gives us that abundant life of body, mind, and spirit.

"Abundant Living," the sequel to "Victorious Living," continues the journey toward extraordinary life through trusting God and self-surrender. Written in 1942 by one of the greatest Christian leaders of the day, experience this classic devotional with a new foreword by Leonard Sweet.

Have you ever said to yourself, or heard someone say, "This never happens in my neighborhood?" Or maybe you've heard, "There isn't anything we can do to change this situation." Well guess what, it doesn't have to happen and you can definitely do something to change any situation About Face: Taking Your Community by Force with Prayer is a spirit led compilation of power packed prayers that can turn your community around

Have you ever wanted to write down what you would like to say or what you have said to God? If you are one of those persons then the "Prayer Journal- Writing a Letter to God" is the perfect book or you. It not only allows you to make the jottings of messages/prayers that you say to God but it also has some great quotations of inspirational scripture on the pages.

Prayer for the Day brings together 365 selected readings from the much loved, long-running series on BBC Radio 4. The programme, which has been broadcast daily at 5:43am for several decades, and continues to attract over half a million dedicated listeners, comprises a short 2-minute reflection to start your day. These artfully combine traditional forms of prayer and reflection, from a variety of religions and denominations, with contemporary issues and themes that are often relevant to the date on which the programme is broadcast. In keeping with the theme of 'Prayer for the Day', there are 365 reflections in the book, from a vast range of the eminent religious figures and broadcasters who have contributed to the programme over the years. There is a foreword by a prominent figure in the faith community, a short profile of each contributor and an index of contributors. To emphasise the point that the reflections can be used daily, they are ordered by date (i.e. 1st January, 2nd January etc), and each entry is selected on the basis of it being as date-specific as possible. The date of broadcast is underneath each entry, and dates are also marked at the top corners of each page so they can be found easily. The spacious design includes page openers for each month with simple line illustrations. Prayer for the Day is a beautiful and inspirational addition to any bedside table, with religious meditations that both participate in the ecumenical spirit of the 21st century and equip you perfectly for each day's journey.

Paw Prints: Imprinting Into the Lives of Others is a collection of inspirational stories sure to warm the weary soul and bring a smile to tired hearts who are in need of a lift. Author Susan Safrit draws on her deep love for animals (especially dogs ) to demonstrate how the love of God and our love for each other can leave "paw prints" behind us. Examining themes of kindness, servanthood, healing, individual gifts and more in this inspirational book, Safrit compiles an assortment of important lessons that are equally ripe with biblical truth and whimsical charm. Wherever we are, we are never too far for gone for God to leave a mark on our lives-or for us to seize the opportunity to leave one with someone else

Jim Bell pens an inspiring piece as readers journey down the Emerald Isle through experiencing Irish folklore and unique cultural traditions. His book, A Year in Eire puts readers at the forefront of Ireland's rich lands with witty language and personal stories of motivation and encouragement, wisdom and inspiration. Bell captures the magic of Ireland through the eyes of many renowned Irish writers' inspiring messages that he blends into his very own. This book is a great devotional tool useful to any reader needing to be reminded of positive thinking via daily meditations while enjoying a poetic writing style.

In Rhythms of Growth, Linda Douty uses the seasons of the year to illustrate natural trends in our spiritual lives. For winter, she writes about themes of rootedness, fallow times, reflection; for spring awakening, planting, new growth, storms; for summer bearing fruit, abundance, blossoming, weeding, and pests; for fall letting go, sifting, harvesting. Douty's conversational style and ability to bring together the everyday and the holy make this book appealing for the woman who wants a devotional book that is applicable to everyday life.

"We are all dwellers in two kingdoms, the inner kingdom, the kingdom of the mind and spirit, and the outer kingdom, that of the body and the physical universe about us. In the former, the kingdom of the unseen, lie the silent, subtle forces that are continually determining, and with exact precision, the conditions of the latter. "To strike the right balance in life is one of the supreme essentials of all successful living. We must work, for we must have bread. We require other things than bread. They are not only valuable, comfortable, but necessary. It is a dumb, stolid being, however, who does not realize that life consists of more than these. They spell mere existence, not abundance, fullness of life." Ralph Waldo Trine was a philosopher, mystic, teacher, author and early mentors of the New Thought Movement. As an author Trine has far outsold other New Thought authors.

About the Contributor(s): Gregory S. Clapper is Professor of Religion and Philosophy at the University of Indianapolis and is Affiliate Professor of United Methodist Studies at Christian Theological Seminary. He has authored many articles and four books.

Quickened souls are hungry souls, and hungry souls need food. Some can eat solid food - and some must be fed with milk. God's word provides for all, and gives a portion to each; and God commands his servants to do so likewise. All believers need to be fed, and this little book is intended to set food before them. If the reader is a hungry soul - he will find something in it to meet his case; though it is probable that for some it may be too simple, and they may turn from it to seek something more to their taste. Solomon, long ago said, "The full soul loathes the honeycomb, but to the hungry soul - every bitter thing is sweet." If the reader derives profit himself, he will do well to recommend the work to others, as also to give or lend copies to the poor. This is one very easy way of doing good, not to one, but to many; not for once, but in perpetuity. When we give a good book, we know not where it will be carried, or how many years it will be preserved. Let us circulate such books, to the utmost of our power, asking God's blessing on our efforts. May both writer and reader be found among the blessed of the Lord. Amen. James Smith