Church Time

Bread is both simple and complex. As a metaphor for a church’s culture, a loaf of bread is both a single object and the product of ingredients, processes, and time. The ingredients of a culture shaped by the good news of Jesus Christ reflect its community—its unique beliefs, attitudes, values, goals, and practices. Together, the cultures of Christian communities contribute to the church in its fullest expression, and by reflecting thoughtfully on these five elements, we can discern God’s personal call at work in our lives. Each chapter includes questions for discussion and reflection ...

No-one said being a single mum would be easy... Everyone knows that being a single mother means having no time to yourself. But for Callie Brown it's more exhausting than most. She's juggling the needs of three teenage children, two live-in parents, a raffish ex-husband, and a dog who never stops eating. The last thing Callie needs is anything more on her plate. So when she bumps (quite literally) into a handsome, age-appropriate cyclist, she's quick to dismiss him from her life.

The previously untold story of how a remarkable set of lay and professional nurses shaped Church of Christ (COC) missions in southeastern Nigeria. These women’s decisions and actions occurred within a broader shift of COC perspectives away from missionary healthcare as incidental volunteer women’s work, and toward healthcare missions as a Christian duty. For each being a missionary nurse meant delivering healthcare as part of Christian evangelism. To that end they executed multiple roles: healer, educator, revolutionary, advocate, good-will ambassador, protector, administrator, ...

Why do we study Bible prophecy? Are we in the end times and are we the generation that will see the final prophecies in the Bible being fulfilled? What Jesus described as "the beginning of sorrows" are indeed upon us. While the Tribulation has not yet begun, as of the publication of this book, we are very close and many pieces of the prophetic puzzle are falling into place on a near daily basis. With Iran's acquisition of military-grade uranium, we see further evidence of the coming together of those countries that will invade Israel, as prophesied in Ezekiel 38 and 39. Plans have been put ...

Eve has always loved antiques. She loves the way an item from the past can offer a glimpse of another world, of another time. It’s why she painstakingly researches the stories behind every item in Rainy Day Antiques, her little Cambridge shop, to share with their new owners. It’s her way of honouring the past and cherishing the present. Adam is firmly focussed on the future.

In the German country of Württemberg, where the beautiful acacia trees bloom beside the highways, and the apple and pear trees bend down in autumn under the weight of their ripe blessings, there lies the little town of Marbach. It belongs to the class of quite unimportant towns, but it is located in a beautiful spot near the Neckar, the river that flows swiftly past towns and green vineyards and old knights' castles, to join its waters with those of the proud Rhine.

Is this the last generation? Are we living in the last days? Will Jesus be here soon? What does the Bible say about the last generation? 2 Timothy 3 is one of the most amazing chapters in the Bible relating to end times prophecy and the return of Jesus Christ. In this powerful chapter it describes what the generation would look like just before the Lord's return for His Church. Two-Tim-Three is an audiobook dedicated to the study of this chapter. This audiobook will go through each of the 23 symptoms of this last generation the Bible speaks about.

He woke in a cold sweat when he realized it was not Rene but Adele in his arms. Welcome to Loveland County, where the renowned Crawford family takes center stage in this captivating series. Get ready to embark on a journey with the six Crawford brothers as they explore new horizons in both their careers and personal lives. While navigating their individual paths, the unbreakable bonds that tie them together will be tested and ultimately triumph. Ethan, bearing the weight of personal losses, has single-mindedly driven his uncle's heating and plumbing business into profitability. He has ...

A wounded veteran makes her way to Living River Ranch to receive love and therapy from friends and relatives. Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple, and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. In an unexpected twist to the Living River Ranch saga, a wounded veteran is brought to the ranch for therapy and support as she recovers from her injuries. Jett, a ...

An officer rescues a malnourished child from horrid circumstances all the while developing a relationship with a matron who stands by his side. Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple, and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. Hunter is the epitome of a handsome young officer doing his best to serve his community. Little does he know that he will have a ...

A handsome, yet disheveled man shows up at the ranch with twin redheaded girls. Will the girls steal Stormi’s heart or will the presence of this mystery man create an undeniable attraction? Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. Fall festivities are in full order in the village of Little Bend, all the while ...

Who’s that knocking at my door? Come on in, stay awhile for sure! Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. The big, burly, yet misunderstood farmer, Maxwell, moves his farm further along with his plans for spring planting and a bulging livestock business. All the while, a beautiful young veterinarian finds that his ...

Avery, a young widowed mother, strives to care for a beaten-down domestic survivor on the ranch. How might Scout Westbrook, a burly young military veteran influence both of their lives? Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. The leaves are beginning to change on the ranch and the early fall harvest is in full gear. ...

The accident that killed Brendan’s wife devastated his life. How will he raise his two young girls with the killer still in town? Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. Summer has made its way to the ranch with a flurry of activity. The mid-summer harvest of vegetables and the slaughter of cattle is providing ...

George Santayana once said those who don’t learn from history are doomed to repeat it. I will take it one step further and declare those who don’t learn from the ancient writings are doomed. Back in ancient times, the emperor of eternity spoke to man. He gave humankind his rules and prescriptions, and he appointed priests to administer his government. The priests became lackadaisical, so he sent forth prophets to return them to the prescribed ways. This also failed, so he established a local king to rule them rightly. Such is the story of the Kingdom of Eretz. By means of analyzing ...

Who was at the forefront of women's right to vote? We know a few famous names, like Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton, but what about so many others from diverse backgrounds—Black, Asian, Latinx, Native American, and more—who helped lead the fight for suffrage? On the 100th anniversary of the historic win for women's rights, it's time to celebrate the names and stories of the women whose stories have yet to be told.

A perfect Christmas for Lela Edwards this year would include the presence of her husband, her three daughters, and her favorite granddaughter, Darcie. They would each be happy, healthy, and properly married. But life doesn't always unfold in a perfect way, even for God-loving, churchgoing people like these. Lela's husband of fifty years, Walter, has recently passed, and the daughters now live in towns and states far from the Chicago neighborhood where they were raised.

But just what is the Rapture? Who can expect to be taken out in the Rapture? When and why will it happen? What does the Tribulation have to do with the Rapture? What are the Pre-Tribulation, Mid-Tribulation, and Post-Tribulation Raptures? There are so many questions and differing beliefs about the Rapture that most believers are confused, and even fearful about the topic. Dr. Young has spent 35 years studying this subject. As a result of his thorough studies, he is able to calm fears and bring about revelation and understanding to today's believers. In this book, Dr. Young will give strong,...

Since the earliest days of the Church, the faithful have sought divine assistance through the use of the litany, which is an alternating form of prayer. The Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a Marian litany originally approved in 1587 by Pope Sixtus V. It is also known as the Litany of Loreto from its place of origin, the Shrine of Our Lady of Loreto in Italy. Twelve invocations refer to Mary as Mother whilst six extoll her as Virgin. Thirteen titles are derived from the Old Testament, followed by four calling on her as helper and advocate. The last 13 name Mary as Queen.

Step up to your Kingdom destiny! At this present hour, Christianity is at a crossroads. The people of God desperately need prophetic voices that awaken and encourage passionate Kingdom advancement. David Wilkerson had such a voice and it resounds with urgency to this day. Wilkerson was a true general of the faith, recognized for his world-impacting ministries Teen Challenge, World Challenge, and Times Square Church, as well as his bestselling book, The Cross and the Switchblade. He was known worldwide for his fiery passion for evangelism. During his 80 years on earth, Wilkerson brought the ...