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So Jesus was saying to those Jews who had believed Him,"If you continue in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine; and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free."

(John 8:31-32)

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Books:

The NEW EVIDENCE

THAT DEMANDS A VERDICT

By Josh McDowell

Is the Bible historically reliable? Is there credible evidence of Christ's claim to be God? Will Christianity stand up before 21st century critics? In this culture where truth is relative and all religions are seen as equal, Christians face a growing challenge to know their faith is relevant and credible. Maintaining its classic defense of the faith, this fully updated volume provides a wealth of historical, archaeological, and bibliographical evidences for the basic tenets of Christian belief.

More Than a Carpenter

by Josh McDowell

Former skeptic Josh McDowell is now joined by his son, Sean, as they examine the evidence about Jesus. Is this first century Hebrew carpenter truly the God he claimed to be? Or was he just a good man and maybe a little crazy? More than a Carpenter offers arguments for faith from a skeptic turned believer and now includes new content that addresses questions raised by today’s popular atheist writers. Read the story. Weigh the facts. Experience his love. And then watch what happens.

This book explains the philosophy behind the current use of the term “Tolerance”, and why is it a flawed concept. Christians need to take a public stand for truth and teach their children an absolute sense of right from wrong. In The New Tolerance, Josh McDowell and Bob Hostetler provide for us a picture of the true nature of this cultural movement of “tolerance” and its dangerous agenda.

These, and other useful resources, are available through the: Josh McDowell Ministries Website

A study offering practical advice on how to let go of the "old us" and become "new creations", how to get out of the depths of apparent spiritual failure and into a full Christian life.

These, and his other, incredible works, may be ordered through the: Oswald Chambers Website

Jesus Among Other Gods, examines the truly unique message of Jesus in distinction to other major religions of the world. Is Jesus Christ really that different from other religious teachers? Aren't all the major religions basically the same? Thus begins Ravi Zacharias' most important work to date in which he contrasts the truth of Jesus Christ with the teachings of Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism.

Available through the: Ravi Zacharias International Ministies Website

Youth:

Face the "giants" of your generation with these stories com-piled by Max Lucado and Monica Hall. The giants that bully you are no match for God -The Lord is still producing miracles in everyday people! By drawing strength from God, you can face challenges with courage and perseverance.

He Chose You is a personal message to of God's unconditional love. Adolescence can be very difficult. You struggle to find your identity, you're pushed and pulled in many different directions by friends, peers, as well as your own desire to fit in. But there is good news -- you can know the incredible value God places on you while you grow through these turbulent years.

Order these and other "best sellers" at the: Max Lucado website

Jessica, who is sixteen, finds that she cannot cope with the kind of “truth” that she has believed in all her life because of the difficulties she encounters – the breakup with her boyfriend, theft of her valuable heirloom jewelry, and terrifying nightmares. She falls for the enemy’s lie until she learns the truth about the truth through a series of heart rending challenges she must face on a mission trip to a remote Mali tribe.

How do you know if it’s true love? Everyone wants to love and be loved, but sometimes it’s hard to tell if what you’re feeling toward someone is really true love. Would it surprise you to know that God cares about your love life even more than you do? Do you believe that He wants you to discover how to discern the true nature of love? Do you define true love the same way that God does? This thirty-day Devotional Journal sectional helps you discover the secret to finding true love.

These, and other great books, are available through the: Josh McDowell Ministries Website

Don't you want to dance? I do. I want to be swept away on a cloud of music and laughter. I want to experience the sheer bliss of waltzing and gliding across the room to the sound of an orchestra in full swing. And not just with anyone. No, I want to dance with the One who invented dancing. I want to dance with God. And guess what? He wants to dance with me. And he wants to dance with you too. But understand this: the dance to which God invites you is no tone of the physical realm —moving your body is a snap compared to getting your spirit's movement in time with God's tempo —no, the dance to which this book is dedicated is a dance of the heart, a dance of the soul. It's a dance that will change your life.

This book available at: Barnes & Noble

Children's Corner:

The Tallest of Smalls

by Max Lucado

When you feel like you’re the smallest of smalls, Jesus’ love can make you feel like the tallest of talls.

Tell Me the Story

With the express intent to provide parents with a tool through which they can tenderly communicate the fundamental truths of faith in God, Max Lucado and illustrator Ron DiCianni have joined forces to create a unique work.

Because I Love You

by Max Lucado

Order these and many other won-

derful children's

books at the:

Max Lucado website

The depth and insights of Oswald Chambers’ My Utmost for His Highest have been re-created for children! This vividly illustrated book takes young ones on a daily journey, teaching them real yet simple biblical truths for their lives. Get your child or grandchild involved in daily devotions at an early age, and it may become a lifelong habit.

Available through the: Oswald Chambers Website

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"Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed,

accurately handling the word of truth."

(2 Timothy 2:15)

Celebrate Christ!

"Enter His gates with thanksgiving, and His courts with praise; Give thanks to Him, bless His name!"- (Psalm 100:4).

Because I Love You