Loving husband and father Lou Worley has spent many years living paycheck to paycheck in order to provide for his family. His commitment to his family, community, and country are unmatched. After he and his wife, Kati, visit their daughter in Montana, they refuel their private plane in the nearby airport, where Lou buys a novel, thinking it will be a good read. But little does he know that the adventurous tale about gold, gangsters, and airplanes will change the direction of his life forever.

Two years later, Lou embarks on a one-month vacation in search of the book’s setting—a remote Alaskan gold mine—where he soon makes an accidental discovery. Now the recipient of wealth and notoriety, he is unwittingly propelled straight into a dangerous underground world of drugs, murder, and political corruption that leaves him questioning everything in his life—including his spirituality. Then he meets Pastor William Shearer, their friendship places Lou on the road to a spiritual revelation—fortunately for Lou, as he is about to face death head-on.

In this exciting Christian tale filled with unexpected twists and turns, the faith of a simple family man is tested in ways he never could have imagined.

There are good secrets—the kind that are fun and exciting, the kind that you’re anxious to share. And there are bad, dark secrets—the ones you may hope and pray are never found out. Even so, like a blockage in a pipe that sends water to places it is not wanted, such secrets make themselves known.

Guilty as Charged … Forgiven as Promised is author Sally Simmone’s story of her struggle to rise from the depths of depression caused by the guilt and shame of childhood sexual molestation and wrong choices made as a young adult. Simmone finally broke under the load of secrecy and shame and shared her secret with a friend. With the events of her life open before her, the pain was more than she could bear, and she sank into a deep depression.

 After years of counseling and even hospitalization, her journey led her to discover the depth of her Savior’s love. She shares some of the specific ways God brought her to where she is today and concludes with a Bible study on how one can find forgiveness from God—and oneself. The Bible teaches us to forgive others, even when it doesn’t seem possible.

 Simmone emerged into the sunlight of knowing God’s healing and forgiveness. Guilty as Charged … Forgiven as Promised can help and inspire those who live with a hidden secret to do the same.

Searching for Spirituality is an introductory course on forty of the world’s most practiced or most misunderstood religions. Originally born out of author Robyn Lebron’s efforts to create a Christian education course for her husband’s congregation, this easy-to-follow reference guide to international religious beliefs is designed to reduce the fear and skepticism that often comes when we encounter belief systems different than our own, with the ultimate goal of promoting peace and spiritual unity throughout the world.

Covering a broad array of different faiths, from mainstream Christian denominations to Buddhism to Islam,

Searching for Spiritual Unity breaks down each religion into eleven categories to allow for easy comparative discussions: history, doctrine, God or gods, the role of Jesus Christ, worship practices, infant baptism or blessing, confirmation or initiation, marriage, death and afterlife, judgment, and any special doctrines. Also included are comparison charts that can be used as a quick "at a glance" reference.

Did you know that …

•pagan beliefs almost line up perfectly with Christian concepts?

•voodoo dolls are not commonly used by those who practice Voodoo?

•Muslims believe in Jesus Christ’s mission?

•the fastest growing religion today is also one of the youngest?

Take the challenge to educate yourself, and replace skepticism and fear with peace and understanding.

What would it take for your church to impact its community in the same way the first-century church touched the lives of many of the residents of Jerusalem, Judea, and Galilee?

Discover how your church can become a conduit through which God leads people from spiritual darkness to become followers of Jesus Christ. Follow in the footsteps of the early adherents of Jesus and learn how that like them your church can greatly influence your community through the power and courage given by the Holy Spirit.

Build upon the strong foundation established by Jesus and let Passionately Purposeful become a guidebook to assist in equipping your church to experience success in her assignment in a contemporary context through:

Our Lord revealed His mission to early followers at Caesarea Philippi, and the foundational truths of the early church remain just as relevant today. He foretold that the church built on these same truths would be victorious against the very gates of hell in any generation.

Rediscover how these Passionately Purposeful early Christians were used by the Lord to turn their world upside down for Jesus Christ! He still blesses those who follow the simple basic functions that He supremely favored in that first-century church!

Every one of us has moments of truth in life. These moments, crossroads, or chapters in life can be summed up in three words every Christian should know—three simple yet powerful words that ultimately define who we are today and what we will become in the future. Those words are love, forgiveness, and acceptance.

In Moments of Truth, author D. L. Formhals shares his story of inner struggle and his journey to love, forgiveness, and acceptance. Formhals presents stories and biblical principles in Moments of Truth that guide you to the knowledge that God will help you understand the past and deal with the future in a whole new way. Set the power of love, forgiveness, and acceptance in motion in your life.

As oxygen, water, and food are to the human body, love, forgiveness, and acceptance are to the spirit. As the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are a team, with each member fulfilling distinct purposes, these three powerful words act in service of a divine plan and purpose as well. Moments of Truth will help you make a real, lasting, positive change in your life.

Grace Works offers a verse-by-verse devotional commentary that breaks down the finer details of Paul’s Letter to the Galatians, giving the reader a look inside the heart of God’s salvation. If you have wondered if you can lose your salvation, or if you have “fallen from grace,” Grace Works can provide guidance.

In Paul’s ministry, the Judaizers were those who persuaded themselves to resist and attack the grace of God. For them, it was unconscionable that any man would not have to work his way to the presence of God. That presence must be earned; it must be worked for. These men who converged upon the Galatian churches were enemies of grace who put a new spin on old lies. These men intended to change the very foundational doctrines of the church.

It was this attack that Paul confronted. His counterattack, inspired by the Holy Spirit, has given the world one of the greatest treatises on grace. Grace flowed from his pen onto eternal pages of Scripture and consequently into the hearts of committed Christ-followers who read them. Pastors and laymen seeking study tools for preaching and teaching Galatians will find it to be a useful resource in all spiritual libraries. Deepen your understanding of Paul’s Letter to the Galatians with Grace Works.

The word bastard has been misconceived for many years. We use it to degrade one another. We use it to make people feel bad about themselves. It is no wonder lack of self-esteem is a major problem for many people.

But it does not have to be that way. In No Longer a Bastard, Minister A. Mason Rogers presents a loving salutation that exemplifies the love of God and His call for man to take inventory of himself spiritually. Readers are urged to examine themselves through the word of God to see if they manifest the image of God in their life. They will be inspired when faced with the fact God loves every human on planet Earth. But people have free will, and God forces no one to accept his son, Jesus. Through faith and God’s magnificent word, all can overcome the obstacles in this life

No Longer a Bastard will help readers find their way to accepting God’s word and overcome the obstacles in this life by the blood of the Lamb. They will also learn how to look within themselves to see if they reflect what God intends them to be. People have the right to spend eternity with their creator, and No Longer a Bastard helps individuals find the way.

What do a pink van, ice cream, too many hats, and a speeding ticket have to do with our relationship with Christ? At first glance, one might think, Not much.

In Thank the Lord for Leroy, author Randy Ray walks us through his journey in life with some off-the-wall and amusing stories. These stories are sometimes insightful, often thought-provoking, but always humorous. He introduces us to things like an iron-stealing ferret, what it’s like to fall into an orchestra pit, and—very importantly—why donuts are so much better than bagels. Ray also describes what it is like when a math-avoiding parent meets that inevitable day when a child needs help with math homework.

 From experience, Randy tells what it is like to start a Christian band, sign a record deal, and embark on the craziness that comes with being on the road. He also takes a lighthearted and poignant look at Christian marriage and family. Through it all, his off-beat friend Leroy provides him with a “friend who sticks closer than a brother”—even if, at times, you wish he didn’t!

For Clinton and Stephanie Rogers, marriage is a grand adventure and an ideal to be attained. Clint believes that his love for Stephanie will be enough to keep them together through thick and thin—but sometimes love isn’t enough.

Unfortunately, Stephanie’s innocent upbringing, her constant need to please her parents, and her inexperience with other men makes her vulnerable to advances from other suitors. Even after the birth of two children, Stephanie pursues happiness outside her marriage, engaging in flirtatious e-mails and online communications. Clint’s suspicions lead to a full-blown confrontation, and their marriage eventually ends in divorce.

Now the two must put their lives back together, and it’s not going to be easy. Clint sees his doomed marriage as just another failure in a long list, and he wants answers from God. He wonders why God has turned a blind eye to his travails and allowed him to fall time and time again.

Through a few special people, including Clint’s mother and his best friend Ray, Clint may just find out what it really means to be a man of faith.

Many couples pour a lot of time, effort, and money into the wedding that starts their life together. Unfortunately, many do not put much thought into life after the wedding, other than the fact they want a long and happy marriage. But how does a couple build a happy marriage, especially if they have few firsthand experiences?

Author David G. Kay shares the knowledge gained through his experience in teaching young couples about marriage in From This Time On. He provides newlyweds and young couples with the basics for a happy marriage built on the foundation of God’s Word. Based on the Bible and focused on problems today’s couples face, the material presented in From This Time On is simple, direct, and easy to read and understand. A helpful index divides the studies into a directed path, which can guide the couple to go where their need is.

From This Time On brings mature insight and guidance to newlyweds and couples. God’s Word and Kay’s experience combine to help couples find the long-lasting love and support they seek.

Christy Fulton has had it. The wife of a pastor, she wants to walk out of her faith and away from her overworked husband, Sam. Over the years, she has grown to resent Sam for walking away from his true calling and not spending enough time with her and their children, Amy and Tyler.

Sam, on the other hand, finds true comfort in being immersed in church ministries, and he doesn’t understand why Christy is questioning his calling. Their relationship turns bitter when Christy’s flirtatious and handsome coworker, Tim Macalister, walks into her life. She finds herself standing alone in the crossroads of her life wondering if she should choose her lover over her husband. Will Christy pursue this newly found love or embrace her marriage wows once again?

In 1975 Carolyn Proctor underwent a routine surgery in an Atlanta hospital. The day before she was to return home, she was sitting up in bed, catching up on office work, chatting with her sister who had come to visit, and talking to her mother, Julia, on the phone. A few hours later, Carolyn began to hemorrhage; although doctors operated to stop the bleeding that evening, they were unable to wake her afterward. Carolyn had slipped into a coma, and scans showed very little brain activity. Waiting for their mother to come home were five-year-old Jody and his sister, Becky. Carolyn, Julia, Jody, and Becky didn’t know it yet, but their lives had changed forever.

After months in limbo, Jody and Becky were still asking for their mother, and their grandmother was advised to tell them that Carolyn had died. After all, it was only a matter of time until the inevitable end came. Julia refused, and took Jody to see Carolyn in the hospital. What happened next marked the beginning of Carolyn’s journey back to her family.

Told by Jody, this is a remarkable story of how God works through loved ones to accomplish his will for us. If you have ever wondered how to make sense of tragedy or difficult circumstances, this will inspire you to discover God’s purpose behind it all. And if you have ever wanted to give up on the power of hope and love, be ready to have your faith renewed.