Clarifying the Bible is a two-hour video presentation and workbook giving viewers the basic framework and storyline of the Bible. The material is presented in a passionate, compelling fashion, delivering on its promise to help people see the Bible with more clarity than ever before.

Imagine losing twenty percent of your body weight in a matter of weeks. That's become a new reality for many people as GLP-1 medications are drastically changing lives and the entire healthcare industry. Significant weight loss is now easier than ever with these revolutionary medications. But are they safe? What's the best way to use them? And how do you prevent the weight from coming right back after you stop the medications? Join Dr. Schmidt as he takes you on his own seventy-pound weight loss journey. In Take a Load Off, he explains how these new medications work, the pros and cons of using them, and how to leverage them for long-lasting weight loss without the medications. Not only is it possible for you to lose a large amount of weight quickly, but you can maintain that weight loss after you stop the medication.

The end of ourselves is a lonely place to be, but it is often where miracles take place. Counterfeit Peace is a story of redemption. Ryan Duerk details the story of his life from childhood, into the ravages of addiction, and ultimately through the front doors of a rescue mission. He describes in intense detail what can happen to a life with no direction.

The memoir begins with a brief reflection on the psychological depths and despair of addiction and then moves into a personal account of how his descent into darkness was fueled by trauma, lack of identity, pain, and the endless pursuit of peace by any means necessary. The book attempts to answer the question, Why do addicts do what they do? Although painful to read at times, Counterfeit Peace candidly exposes the raw reality of dependence and brokenness.

Left with nothing but the air in his lungs, Ryan reaches out for help and finds himself checking into a rescue mission operated by Miracle Hill Ministries in South Carolina. With the nonjudgemental love of a community of believers, Ryan begins the arduous journey toward recovery. He chronicles his crash course with the Creator and unpacks the truths he uncovered along the way.

Through the boundless grace of God, Ryan responds to a call to ministry and eventually begins helping others just like himself. Through emotional storytelling and profound introspection, Ryan offers a beacon of hope to those grappling with addiction and paints an intimate portrait of what crisis ministry is at Miracle Hill.

Ms. Mary Rabbit and her seven bunnies are all looking to help a friend in need this Easter season. Little bunny Ellie wants to get in the spirit too but doesn't quite know how. Join this delightful cast of characters as they all learn about embracing the Easter season with a giving heart and proving that even small good deeds can make a difference.

When your children are small, a kiss and a bandage can fix almost any hurt. But when they face struggles beyond your reach, how do you help them heal?

This is a mother's journey through the heartache of watching her 15-year-old daughter fall into meth addiction. But it's also a testament to God's faithfulness.

Author Jessie Copeland writes, For two years, I saw my child transform into someone I didn't recognize-yet my love for her never wavered, even when I couldn't understand what she was going through. When I felt helpless, I leaned on His strength and discovered the depths of His love for both my daughter and me, learning to trust Him in the midst of our darkest days.

Join Gabby Giggly and her friends on an extraordinary adventure in The Adventures of Kids United: The Glass Bridge. In the heart of the Quad Cities, five special friends discover a mysterious bridge to nowhere, leading them on a journey beyond their wildest dreams. With teamwork, kindness, and a sprinkle of magic, they join forces with the space travelers of Kids United to fix a broken spaceship and embark upon an unforgettable voyage across the universe. Through laughter, learning, and new friendships, they discover the power of working together to make the world a better place. As they return home, they use their newfound superpowers to spread joy, creativity, and kindness in their community. Get ready for a heartwarming tale that inspires kids to dream big, believe in themselves, and change the world as superheroes of kindness and compassion.

Being a single mom comes with a multitude of emotions: love, hope, joy, despair, confusion, anger, and pain. Where do we turn when these emotions reach the breaking point? What do we do, and how do we take the next step? We lean on God. But how, and what does that look like?

This devotional is your guide to finding peace when you feel alone. It is your guide to connecting God's Scripture with your everyday life and learning to cast all your fears on Him because He wants to carry your burden. Allow me to lead you day to day as you learn to overcome everything with God as your leader and then begin living a life you love.

Do you prefer a nail-biting barnburner or a dominating blowout? While most sports fans thrive on the tension of a close game, when it's your team on the line, you want them to dominate from start to finish, no questions asked.

In the game of life, we don't have the luxury of being spectators. Our team is always on the court, and the stakes couldn't be higher. The Playbook shows you how to win big in life by executing essential strategies, such as:

Avoiding comparison traps

Cultivating a growth mindset

Championing positive influence

With The Playbook, you'll learn how to create a winning, godly game plan to achieve victory in life-not just by a slim margin, but in a blowout.

The Second Edition of Love You From Right Here is a children's book for children in foster care. Featuring a diverse representation of characters including men, women, boys, and girls, it is written from the perspective of the foster parent to the child in foster care. This book takes you through an abbreviated look at the emotions a young child experiences throughout their transition to a new foster home. The message to the child is that while they are in that home, they will be safe and loved. Love You From Right Here also serves as a keepsake book, with a journaling section containing writing prompts and places for photos and notes. Since children in foster care move an average of seven times in their lives, the keepsake section of this book gives foster families an opportunity to provide the child with a piece of their history if they leave.

You'll Get Through This speaks directly to both the heart and the head, acknowledging the multifaceted nature of human suffering. Through poignant anecdotes and practical wisdom, the author guides you through the gyrations of the head-heart seesaw, offering strategies to slow down the turmoil and emerge from adversity stronger than ever before.

Author Barry Gridley demonstrates:

- How the head-heart seesaw makes you think you are losing your mind

- The five ways personal pain distorts your perspective

- What tools you can use to move through suffering, not merely survive it or stay stuck in it

- How to look for what God is doing in your life when you are suffering

Are you ready to embark on a journey of profound transformation? This book will equip you with the courage, insight, and faith necessary to not only weather the storms of life but to emerge from them with renewed hope and resilience. Embrace the opportunity to grow through suffering and discover the profound beauty that can emerge from life's most challenging trials.

Ms. Mary Rabbit and her seven bunnies are all looking to help a friend in need this Easter season. Little bunny Ellie wants to get in the spirit too but doesn't quite know how. Join this delightful cast of characters as they all learn about embracing the Easter season with a giving heart and proving that even small good deeds can make a difference.

I'm excited to be a sister in our foster family,

but I'm worried about new rules.

I feel happy and sad at the same time.

What about when our help isn't needed anymore?

It's Okay to Wonder is a story about Avery, a loquacious girl whose parents have decided to become foster parents. While Mom and Dad attend another foster training class, Avery shares with her Nana and Pop about her mixed-up feelings. She and her grandparents learn together what it might be like to become a foster family--that it's okay to feel two emotions at the same time and that it's okay to wonder

The Joy of Avery series offers resources for foster care families and brings the world of foster care to life by exploring Avery's feelings as her family welcomes foster children into their home. It's Okay to Wonder is the first book in the series.

Step into My Hummingbird, JJ Carlson's powerful and heartfelt memoir that intimately captures the emotional journey of witnessing her mother's battle with cancer. Known as Jem in the book, JJ shares a candid and deeply personal account of her struggles and triumphs, offering readers a glimpse into her unwavering faith during moments of despair and hope. With raw honesty, she details the pain of loss, the comfort found in new love, and her determination to rise as a top track athlete. More than just a story, My Hummingbird is a profound testament to resilience, hope, and the strength of faith, even in the darkest times. It serves as a reminder that, through adversity, joy and purpose can still emerge, inspiring readers to embrace their own spiritual journeys and connections with those around them.

Do you sometimes feel confused or uncertain about your faith? Maybe a Bible idea or principle just doesn't make sense right now. Or you don't know how to contend for the faith in today's culture. I've been there too. I wish that Confident Christianity had existed when I began this journey with Jesus decades ago.

Written with personal stories, humor, and saturated with Scripture, Confident Christianity will guide you through essentials of the Christian faith, teach you about discipleship, help you set achievable discipleship goals, and ultimately strengthen your faith. It is my hope that you might use this tool to help move toward becoming a confident Christ follower.

How Much Do You Know about the End Times?

God has a glorious future in store for believers in Jesus Christ. How much do you really know about it? The Bible has a great deal to say concerning the end times.

Have you ever wondered:
- What is the Rapture, and when will it occur?
- Where does the nation of Israel fit in God's Kingdom program?
- What role will the Antichrist play in the end times, and when will he be revealed?
- What are the Judgment Seat of Christ and the Great White Throne Judgment?
- What is the Battle of Armageddon?
- Who are the Beast and the False Prophet?
- What is the Second Coming?

These questions and many more are answered in this comprehensive overview of the end times from a biblical perspective. The prophecies of Scripture regarding the end times are not meant to confuse or intimidate Christians. Instead, they provide hope for today and give us a glimpse of What Lies Ahead.

The role of assistant pastor-or ministering in the middle-can feel pointless. Burnout, betrayal, or feelings of inadequacy are common for many assistant pastors. Balancing the expectations of the lead pastor while shepherding the congregation can make thriving as an assistant pastor more challenging than anticipated.

In Ministering from the Middle: The Art of How to Become a Great Assistant Pastor, Treg Spicer draws from 16 years of experience as an assistant pastor to offer valuable insights and practical advice. He covers these essential topics and more:

- Navigating staff relationships

- Managing conflict in a church setting

- Discussing pay and benefits

- Balancing life with church ministry

This book is for anyone aspiring to excel in their role as an assistant pastor. It provides guidance on how to minister effectively and find fulfillment in the middle. It reveals the principles you will need not only to survive but also to thrive in your role as an assistant pastor.

Two mamas love you, sweet boy.

Reunification doesn't always happen. Sometimes adoption is the best answer.

The Best Answer is a story about Avery, a loquacious girl who is a Big Sister in a foster family. Avery's family has welcomed many children into their home and she has learned how to give her best love again and again even when saying goodbye is hard. When baby Sidney comes to stay with her family, she wonders if he might become her forever brother. With her parents' help, Avery learns about waiting and trusting for best answers, and the importance of relationships with the biological family of foster/adoptive siblings. Love and joy grow in Avery's heart when she becomes a Big Sister forever. Because sometimes, adoption is the best answer.

The Joy of Avery series offers faith-based resources for foster care families and brings the world of foster care to life by exploring Avery's feelings as her family welcomes foster children into their home. The Best Answer is the final book in this series which includes: It's Okay to Wonder, Braver Than Me and Say YES Again.

Just as the disciples once asked Jesus, Lord, teach us to pray, many Christians today feel a deep desire to enrich and deepen their prayer life. But how do we grow in this vital area?

One of the most powerful ways to learn prayer is by studying the great prayers found throughout the Bible.

In this book, Pastor Jeff Wells guides readers through these remarkable prayers, starting in Genesis and moving through the Old and New Testaments, each one offering valuable insights and inspiration for our own conversations with God.

With this book as a companion, you'll find encouragement, practical guidance, and renewed passion for a life of prayer.

Let's be brave as a new foster family. We are in this together.

What will it be like when my foster sibling has to say goodbye?

Braver Than Me is a story about Avery, a loquacious girl whose family welcomes their first foster child into their home. Avery shares with her Mom and Dad about her mixed-up feelings. She and her parents learn together what it is like to be a foster family-that it's okay to feel two emotions at the same time, especially when reunification takes place. Love, bravery, and empathy fill the pages as Avery realizes her foster sibling is braver than me.

If you picked up this book, most likely no one needs to sell you on the struggles and issues that come from abuse. You don't need to be told about how invisible, afraid to trust, unable to relate, angry, ashamed, and isolated the wounded can feel. Maybe what does need to be explained is that God is the only one capable of dealing with these issues. Maybe you need to see a light bright enough to cut through that evil. This Bible study seeks to deal with the specific issues that come from abuse as it tells stories of healing woven out of unspeakable pain.

Whether the evil you encountered was physical, mental, emotional, or sexual abuse, you will see that everything God created for good, Satan has attempted to distort and destroy. Through these lessons, you will see some hard questions answered. You will be encouraged to discover how God has loved you and walked with you. You will see how God has healed women who have walked in your shoes. The prayer behind this book is that these truths will resonate deeply in you, empowering you to heal and move forward.