Well Stocked Library - Novels, Gift books, Journals and Bibles

Zondervan/Inspirio

 

Streams in the Desert - Hope for Hurting Hearts   Streams in the Desert - Hope for Hurting Hearts Journal   Author - L.B. Cowman

• Favorite Features -

  • 69 brief meditations to encourage

  • each includes Scripture and real examples

  • Journal has a duo tone cover and Scripture throughout

   

      Great thoughtful gift for someone you know who is hurting. Extremely well done, Inspirio/Zondervan

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A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23 Gift Book Author - W. Phillip Keller

• Favorite Features -

  • walks through the 23rd Psalm

  • Scripture throughout with devotional, encouraging thoughts

  • photos throughout

   

      Excellent devotional for anyone! Extremely well done, Phillip and Inspirio/Zondervan!

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Shadow of Doubt Author - Terri Blackstock

• Favorite Features -

  • book two in Newpointe 911 series

  • keeps your attention with excellent plot, characters and solid Bible message

   

      Great read! This book starts fast, pulls you in, keeps you riveted until the end of the story. Strong messages of forgiveness, grace, trust and Salvation. Tremendously well done, Terri and Zondervan!

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The Pocket Bible

 

• Favorite Features -

  • TNIV for ease of understanding

  • small, carry-with-you size

  • duotone covers

  • same page tracking as other TNIV's

  • dictionary

  • read through the Bible in a year plan

  • presentation page

   

      Excellent size and features for a Bible you can take with you anywhere to read anytime! Extremely well done, Zondervan!

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The Story

 

• Favorite Features -

  • TNIV for ease of understanding

  • the story of the Bible in chronological order

  • includes a timeline

  • reads like a novel, but is Scripture without repeating same accounts

  • set up with 32 chapters and discussion questions

  • introduces characters from the bible

  • includes a chart with Scripture for each chapter

   

      Excellent read for a new look a the chronological story of the Bible as well as an extremely readable, easy to follow Bible for the first time reader. Tremendously well done, Zondervan!

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	Bible in a bag - Trimline
	faithGirlz! Bible in a bag
Published by - inspirio/Zondervan/zonderkidz

• Favorite Features -

  • NIV for ease of understanding

  • trimline makes it easy to take with you as well as easy to carry, hold if you have difficulties holding heavy items

  • duo tone covers - colorful, fun, unique - great job!

  • canvas tote bags included with Bibles

  • words of Jesus in red

  • cross references

   

      inspirio/Zondervan/zonderkidz have absolutely outdone themselves with the design of these Bibles! unique, colorful, fun color combinations show creativity - they've taken the duo-tone covers to a new, incredible place! These Bibles make excellent choices for gifts - colorful, fun, style and God's Word - amazing combinations! Tremendously well done, inspirio/Zondervan/zonderkidz! keep up the great work and design more great covers for your Bibles!

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NavPress

 

	The Message REmix
	The Message
Editor - Eugene Peterson

• Favorite Features -

  • easy to understand paraphrase

  • Remix available in great, colorful covers

  • Remix perfect for students

  • The Message - available in a thinner format with duo/tone covers

  • study helps, maps and charts

   

      These paraphrases combine the original Greek/Hebrew with contemporary English for a truly readable paraphrase true to the Bible! Written to be read and understood so it can be lived the Message really makes you think! Tremendously well done, Eugene and NavPress!

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Harvest House

Jesus God's Gift of Hope Author - Kay Arthur

• Favorite Features -

  • 17 devotions, prayer and Scripture

  • space to journal prayer and reflection

   

      Helpful book enables us to more clearly connect Jesus' arrival and life on Earth with how we can know and walk with Him! Extremely well done, Kay and Harvest House!

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The Trouble with Tulip Author - Mindy Starns Clark

• Favorite Features -

  • interesting new characters

  • excellent storyline with truth about God and eternal life

  • emphasis on making right choices

   

      Once again, Mindy has shown why we love reading her stories! Superb blending of characters, mystery, story with the Gospel in a way that leaves us unable to put the book down. Tremendously well done, Mindy and Harvest House!

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Howard Publishing

 

Life's Too Short . . .
	To Leave Kite Flying to Kids
	To Yell At Your Computer
	To Look For Missing Socks
Author - Judy Gordon Illustrator - Cindy Sartain

• Favorite Features -

  • fun, unique, creative little books encourage and challenge

  • each book has Scripture and stories

   

      These books are filled with a look at the big things for busy grown-ups, the workplace and moms! Extremely well done, Judy, Cindy and Howard!

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	Ha!
	Wow!
	Ouch!
Author - Martha Bolton Illustrator - Rex Bohn

• Favorite Features -

  • fun, funny and encouraging gift books

  • quotes and Scripture throughout

   

      Great gift books to encourage, celebrate and enjoy! Tremendously well done, Martha, Rex and Howard!

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Thomas Nelson/J Countryman

 

There's No Such Thing as an Ordinary Day Personal Journal By - Chris Shea

• Favorite Features -

  • lots of room to journal

  • fun, simple, colorful drawings throughout

  • short sayings throughout

   

      Great journal for the person who loves to journal as well as a fabulous starter journal! Tremendously well done, Chris and Thomas Nelson/Countryman!

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The Daily Light Journal Vol. 1 Author - Ann Graham Lotz

• Favorite Features -

  • dated January 1 - December 31 for one year of Bible study and journaling

  • each daily reading includes -

    • Scripture

    • application question

    • space to journal

    • saying to think about

     

        Excellent journal for busy people or people who want to really learn to understand God's Word!  Tremendously well done, Ann and Thomas Nelson/Countryman!

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The Promise Author/Illustrator - Ted Dekker

• Favorite Features -

  • realistic illustrations

  • short, powerful story

   

      Great gift book to give and receive. Challenges reader to trust God and believe! Extremely well done, Ted and Thomas Nelson/Countryman!

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Socks for Christmas Author - Andy Andrews

• Favorite Features -

  • powerful!

  • story on CD

   

      Small book should be a part of every family's Christmas morning tradition. Powerful is the best word to describe this book! Tremendously well done, Andy and Thomas Nelson!

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The Everyday Bible

• Favorite Features -

  • NCV - New Century Version for ease of understanding with the Bible in conversation style/everyday language

  • read through the Bible in a year plan

  • dictionary and concordance

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Pocket Bible

 

• Favorite Features -

  • NCV for ease of understanding

  • topical headings throughout

  • dictionary/concordance

  • stitched, colorful covers

  • portable size

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The Bride's Bible

• Favorite Features -

  • NCV for ease of understanding

  • articles throughout on marriage

  • dictionary/concordance

  • beautiful, ivory, stitched over with gold edges

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extreme teen bible

 

• Favorite Features -

  • NCV for ease of understanding

  • book intorductions with content, outline, purpose, theme, date of writing

  • quick referecne finder

  • character profiles

  • questions, answers and promises throughout

  • bible reading plans

  • index to topics

  • space to journal notes, blessings and addresses

  • textured, stitched duo/tone cover

   

      I really like the NCV Bibles from Thomas Nelson! Easy to understand, portable, extra features - whatever you are looking for in a Bible, you will find it in the NCV! Tremendously well done, Thomas Nelson Bibles!

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