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Not every author can write about a wardrobe and a lion and end up delighting readers for generations. But then again, not every author is C.S. Lewis. This biographical picture book welcomes readers to get to know the man behind Aslan and Narnia and to experience the joy that inspired him. Young Clive Staples Lewis once loved imagination and play but was unable to trust God after the death of his mother. He left behind a belief in God and became an atheist and a professor. But he never stopped hoping to find joy. This unique picture book, narrated by a bespectacled owl, tells the tale of how the once reluctant Lewis slowly embraced Christianity, was surprised by joy, and then used his words and writings to share that joy with the world. Daniel DeWitt, author and C.S. Lewis scholar, summarizes the life of Lewis in a way that is engaging and inspiring. Young readers will walk away not only wanting to know more about the life and faith of Lewis but wanting to discover their own joy in Christ as well. C.S. Lewis: The Very Happy Christian is the second book in the Here I Am biography series for kids, which highlights fascinating and faithful Christians in history.

Is Christianity irrational? Atheists often say that it is. But does such a charge really stand up to close scrutiny? This book follows the story of Thomas, a junior in college, as he wrestles with the claims of those who think the Christian faith is nothing more than a collection of ancient myths with little connecting to reality. Whether you are facing objections to your faith for the first time, discussing your faith with unbelieving friends, or doubting your faith altogether, you might be surprised to discover that Christianity actually provides a more compelling explanation of what it means to be human than atheism could ever hope to offer.

"Life sucks What are you going to do about it?" We see Jesus, we believe in Jesus and we wait for Jesus, yet still we suffer. This book offers real and rugged answers in life's dark places. Discover how to live with hope in a fallen world and be encouraged. Walking through Genesis 3, Dan DeWitt shows us how we can look at this world realistically but without despairing, as we wait for God to keep his promise to bring us out of the wild and into his new creation. It's the contrast between Eden, where everything reflects God's perfection, and exile, where everything is spoiled by sin. The book helps us survive living in exile - Life in the Wild - until "the glorious day when God will welcome us home, out of the wild." This book holds dark and light in balance. It shows how we are living with the effects of the fall (we are messed-up people living in a messed-up place) - but God's promise, made in Eden, serves as a beacon of light to guide our steps in this fallen world.

What event could change your life? Winning the lottery? Getting a promotion? Getting a degree? Scoring a home run, or a winning goal? It might be hard to believe, but a breakfast conversation could be the most consequential event in your life ‚"‚€‚" if it is with Jesus. Looking at the breakfast conversation in John 21, we see how Peter's life changed forever as he was challenged to step up and play his part in God's big plan. And Jesus has an exciting challenge for all of us today. As Jesus captures our hearts with his love and forgiveness, we'll be motivated to be part of something truly extraordinary. Perfect to read with men who you'd like to encourage to live all out for Christ or to give away at men's breakfasts.

Peace. Provision. Forgiveness. These are basic human needs. Yet who can truly be relied upon to deliver them? In his letter to the Colossians, Paul shows how these can never come to us through political, philosophical, mystical or religious systems. They only come through Jesus Christ, who is the visible image of the invisible God. Mark Meynell unpacks Colossians and Philemon, verse by verse in this expository guide which can be used as a daily devotional or for studying this letter in your church. It will excite ordinary Christians in their faith, equip teachers and preachers in their work, and help us all to root our confidence in the right place.

32 pages of colouring, puzzles, mazes and activities for children based around The Friend Who Forgives‚"‚€‚"helping children see that Jesus is the Friend who forgives, again, and again‚]‚€‚] and again

Using simple sentences and stunning illustrations, this beautifully illustrated, 16-page board book points pre-schoolers to Jesus, the friend who forgave Peter and who will forgive them too. In so doing, it also introduces young children to the events of the first Easter.Young children will learn that Jesus is the friend who forgives--again and again and again.