J D Rempel

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and pleading with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7 Thirteen-year-old, Melanie Cooper returns home from a life-changing week at camp where she's discovered faith in Jesus. When she starts 8th grade at her new school, Melanie's newfound beliefs are stretched as she encounters bullies, shares a room with her older sister, worries about the family finances, and feels guilty for her desire to swim again. As Melanie deepens her relationship with God, she chooses to trust Him through her adversities and prays for her enemies (even though she really doesn't want to) since they're the ones making her life miserable. Can Melanie continue to do the right thing as her troubles escalate? And will the answer to her prayers of an unexpected friendship and allies help her situation? Can she survive all the drama of middle school? With Thought-provoking Discussion Questions

"Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and will dine with him, and he with Me." Revelation 3:20 Thirteen-year-old Melanie Cooper can't wait to spend the week at Camp Redwoods. When she arrives, it's even more wonderful than she imagined. She's experiencing amazing adventures with her friends and beginning to understand more about God. But Bethany, Melanie's frenemy, seems determined to ruin camp for her. As Melanie seeks to know God, questions and distractions arise. But God persistently knocks on the door of her heart and shows her what it means to be a child of God. Will Melanie answer and make the ultimate decision which will change her life forever? Discover with Melanie a loving, heavenly Father Who pursues a relationship with His children.

"And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28 Melanie Cooper's life seems perfect. She's the star on her swim team, she has great friends, and she's turning thirteen in just a few weeks. But when her family is forced to move to Northern California, her world starts to unravel. Isolated in a new town, Melanie misses her father, her friends, her pool, and even her bossy older sister. While visiting church, she hears the message that God loves and cares about her. But it's hard to believe when more and more troubles fall on her family. Can Melanie learn to trust in a God that allows bad things to happen? Discover with Melanie how He can bring something good from the difficulties in our lives. With Thought-provoking Discussion Questions

Unrest settles throughout the land from King Reginald's roaring snore and surrounding kingdoms threaten war if it is not stopped. A determined orphan, Marigold wants to help but the guards won't allow her inside the castle. Will she ever get the chance to cure the king and save the kingdom?