In episodes such as “Bookstore Guys,” an academic and radio host do a deep dive into the Christian music subculture of the 1990s to mid-2000s.
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Calvin University professor Jennifer Holberg releases a new book about the power of story in our lives and faith.
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Once we arrived at the hospital, we were led to a large, dark, mostly empty room, where against the wall on a small rug a little Indigenous boy sat rocking back and forth. His name was Patrick, and he was 14 months old.
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What does “going to church” have to do with being missional?
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A loving dad goes a little over-the-top as he tries to DIY the best day ever for his kids in this funny, tender, vibrantly-illustrated picture book from the viral video star behind Dude Dad.
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Wonka prequel delivers the answer to the “how” of the beloved story.
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The classic Kristin Lavransdatter interweaves political, social and religious history with the daily aspects of family life to create a colorful, richly-detailed tapestry of Norway during the 14th century.
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Should Christians support Israel no matter what it does to the Palestinians?
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At the turn of the twentieth century, sisters Emmy and Callie Bullock are living a privileged life when their well-ordered Alabama household gets turned upside down by the arrival of their beloved housekeeper’s granddaughter.
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Inspired by the author’s childhood, Where Wildflowers Grow explores the emotional struggle of moving and the joy in discovering there’s always hope in new beginnings.
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Is it OK to charge my adult children rent as a means of teaching responsibility?
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How should we read and find meaning in highly technical parts of the Bible, such as the laws presented in Leviticus or the censuses and lists of Numbers or 1 Chronicles?
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Sometimes a single word can make a difference and give us things to think about.
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This inspirational two-month devotional provides you with guidance and answers by highlighting the stories of women such as Esther, Ruth, Abigail and many more
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From the author of A Place to Hang the Moon comes a hopeful World War II story about three scrappy siblings on the Lower East Side of Manhattan.
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Based on the true story of the Kenyan dhow boat Flipflopi, this inspirational tale demonstrates how innovation, art and determination can transform plastic pollution into something useful.
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In this book adapted from his bestselling Winning the War in Your Mind, Craig Groeschel explains how teens can challenge their thinking and change the course of their lives for the better.
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From iconic CCM standards to Bob Dylan’s classic “To Make You Feel My Love,” Natalie Grant’s new 10-track collection finds the songstress covering selections that have played a significant role in every season of her life.
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We often view receiving gifts—especially of assistance, necessities or financial help—as signs of weakness.
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The only way back to Eden was through death.
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This simply written children’s picture book is based on author Daniel Darling’s adult version of his book The Characters of Christmas.
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Jesus not only brought us peace with God, but gives us the peace of God in our hearts.
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The Banner’s Mixed Media editor reads and reviews faith-filled books all year long. Here are the eight books – including, in 2023, memoir and memoir-ish works– topping her list of reads that fueled her own Christian journey.
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The story of the Kowalski family – as told in their own words – may change the way you look at children’s healthcare forever.