Kirjahaku

IT'S ALL HER MOM'S FAULT. If she hadn't snooped into Karis's diary, she would never have found out that Karis went to a boy's house without permission. Now Karis is grounded, which means no modem, no iPod...and no cell phone. There's just no way a cute, popular, high-schooler can survive being cut off from the world, so Karis is forced to sneak around behind her mother's back. But the way she's acting makes Karis feel guilty -- even if it is her mom's fault -- and she doesn't like the feeling. Her scheming is starting to cause other problems, too. Borrowing a friend's cell phone has turned into a catastrophe that may break up her oldest friendship, and the cutie she met after driver's ed is acting a little scary. Will the faith her mother has taught her be enough to help her find her way through this trouble...and show both the world and herself that she's a stronger, better person than even she ever knew?

What wife hasn't second-guessed herself after a heated discussion or yet another curious incident of the missing remote control? In addition to the title's question, this book discusses those unspoken thoughts lurking in the back of even Christian women's minds, such as: - We've Grown Apart - I'm Just Not That Into Sex - I Miss the Thrill of Being Single - I Love My Husband, but I'm Not In Love - Watching My Parents Probably Messed Me Up While these silent ponderings might seem harmless, they have the potential to create a negative undercurrent of resentment if not specifically addressed in prayer. Stimpson tackles tough questions about wifehood in this short, humorous book of wisdom for the not-so-in-love-with-my-husband days.

Mama B's been helping strangers through their issues, but her own daughter may have the biggest problem of them all-a problem with Mama B When Cassandra invites her mother to a "therapy" session, the accusations launched are enough to send Mama B into a tizzy. Throw in some drama from her new job, the other siblings' knee-jerk responses to Cassandra, and a high-speed chase (at 60 miles per hour), and Mama B's got her hands full trying to keep her family together. But Mama B fans know she has her own way of standing up to a spiritual attack, and it sure don't involve fussin' and arguin' with folk. She knows exactly where to turn for Help. This is the eighth book in the award-winning, best-selling Christian fiction Mama B series.

Two strong-willed sisters fight their way to forgiveness in this feel-good Southern fiction, for fans of Terry McMillan and KJ Dell'Antonia's The Chicken Sisters.Sisters Rose Tillman and Marvina Nash haven't spoken in decades-not since Rose sent Marvina $40 to register their business and Marvina spent it on something else. Rose begins a long career at the post office and Marvina spends her weekends cooking chicken dinners for the church fundraiser. Marvina never leaves the canister of their mama's special spice mix in the church kitchen, and she shares the recipe with no one.Rose never forgave Marvina for that $40 betrayal, but when she retires, she's still dreaming of opening a restaurant with her sister, using mama's secret spice mix to make their fortune in fried chicken and Southern comfort food. To her horror, Rose realizes she's forgotten the spice mix recipe. There's nothing to do but get in her car to drive the two hours to Marvina's house back in Fork City, Texas. Marvina's determined never to speak to Rose again, but figures she'll meet her on the doorstep to hear what she has to say, before closing the door in her face.Of course, that's not what happens next, as the sisters find a way to turn their mama's legacy into a bright new future for their whole community.

Ever been envious of people who have a close relationship with God? You can see it in their faces despite what's happening in their lives. They're not wearing fake, Hollywood smiles. They might not be smiling at all. They just BE peaceful, joyful, and stable, and they're quick to tell you that their relationship with God is the source of it all. That should be YOU, too And this book could be the start of it. Grab your favorite Bible, a pen or pencil, and get in the Word for real. This 30-day journal style devotional gives you a dedicated place to: explore specific passages of Scripture paraphrase the Word communicate with God through journaling Then you get to explore how those same passages impacted the author. But don't worry; it's not like checking your answers. It's more like sharing notes with a friend. No more worrying about this mysterious "private time" or feeling guilty for not doing it. Discover the power in His Word that's waiting for you

Ashley Crandall finally convinced her husband, Allan, to attend the Christian men's retreat...but he ends up dead there. What happened to him on the campgrounds? Who would want to kill Allan? And why are the detectives pointing fingers at Ashley? In her quest to solve the mystery and clear her name, Ashley will learn something about her husband that she didn't want to know and something about her Christian faith that shifts her life. This short work by national bestselling, multi-published author Michelle Stimpson is packed with emotion, suspense, and a her signature way of weaving hope into a story - always a hit with readers who enjoy faith-based reads.

One of the most beloved characters in Christian fiction is back, and Mama B's having a time keeping her attitude in check at a beachfront wedding. For her husband's sake, Mama B tries to keep her mouth shut about the couple's obvious differences, but how is that possible when the bride is young enough to be the groom's child? And speaking of children, Mama B's got a problem with her oldest son, who has been slacking on his landlord duties. Is it time to sell the house or does she need to have a good, long talk and let him know how the cow ate the cabbage? Kennedy didn't want to invite her sister, Whitney, to the wedding because Whitney always steals the show. This wedding weekend will put their sisterhood to the test, and Mama B is just the person to help them through...if Mama B can stop feuding with her own family long enough to hear God's voice in the midst. Mama B is a fun, witty, wisdom-filled character whose southern charm will win over lovers of Christian fiction.

“An utter delight from start to finish.” –Terah Shelton Harris, author of One Summer in Savannah, for Sisters with a Side of Greens A heartwarming small-town tale of rediscovering joy in unexpected places. Starting over isn’t easy, but sometimes it’s exactly what we need. Newly divorced and determined to prove she can stand on her own, Joyce Hicks moves back to small-town Texas, leaving behind the life she has known for decades for a fresh start in her late father’s home. Unfinished renovations force her to share her kitchen with her tenant, Gabriella Santos, an aspiring chef with dreams of opening a restaurant inspired by her Black and Mexican roots. What begins as an inconvenience blossoms into an unlikely friendship between the two women as they learn to navigate their shared space. Just as her life begins to settle, Joyce’s summer plans upend when her grandson, Elijah, is dropped off for an unexpected seven-week stay, dredging up all kinds of buried things from her past—including visits from her ex-husband, judgment from her daughter, and insecurities that she never quite healed from. Meanwhile, Gabriella’s passion for cooking and her vibrant personality infuse the household with energy, even as she faces her own struggles with self-doubt and heartbreak. Together, Joyce, Gabriella, and Elijah form a patchwork family that supports each other through life’s highs and lows. When an old flame, Richard, reappears in Joyce’s life, she must decide whether to embrace love head-on or to slow down and wait just a little longer for her happy ending. More Praise for Michelle Stimpson "Stimpson delivers raw, complex characters and a delicious storyline that will stay with the reader long after the last page." — New York Times bestselling author Kim Michele Richardson for Sisters with a Side of Greens “Full of heart, generosity, and charm.” — Lucy Gilmore, author of The Lonely Hearts Book Club, for Sisters with a Side of Greens "This is a heartwarming story of misconceptions and learning to love people for who they are, not what you expect them to be." — Booklist for Sisters with a Side of Greens