Church Women

Louise Bridges has the perfect life. A loving husband, Patrick. Two adorable children. A comfortable home. So when PC Becca Holt arrives to break the news that Patrick has been killed in an accident, she thinks Louise’s perfect world is about to collapse around her. But Louise doesn’t react in the way Becca would expect her to on hearing of her husband’s death. And there are only three plates set out for dinner, as if Louise already knew Patrick wouldn’t be home that night.

"I see," she said, cheeks flushing a sweet red color that made him love the woman even more. The Cross in the Woods, a cattle ranch entrusted to Rebecca as the fourth-generation steward, becomes a crucible of transformation and romance. Determined to preserve the family legacy and seeking additional revenue streams to sustain the land, Rebecca faces the harsh reality of her self-reliant, loner nature. Seeking help is a challenging endeavor for her, but her prayers are answered one by one as individuals arrive at the ranch, igniting not only the flames of newfound business ventures but also ...

Dr. Eddie Hyatt presents a compelling argument from Scripture, history, and his own personal experience that God calls women to serve as pastors and other leadership roles n the church. He addresses the church's obsession with "authority" and shows how it is at odds with Jesus and the New Testament. He addresses the two passages commonly used to limit women, I Timothy 2:11-12 and I Corinthians 14:34-35, and shows how, when placed in their historical context, it becomes clear that Paul was not placing restrictions on all women everywhere. He also discusses the role of the Holy Spirit in the ...

1914: Sixteen-year-old Etterly, running from something, hides inside the trunk of a tree and disappears. The police search but find no trace. Her family and friends wrack their brains but come up with nothing. And so slowly life returns to normal. The hole in the tree is boarded up, and the village of Sackwater moves on. Only Etterly's best friend, Betty, clings to hope, insisting she can hear her friend calling for help. 1940: A skeleton is discovered buried in the woods....

Just Lead! provides practical leadership help for women to develop skills to lead themselves and others with the character, confidence, and authenticity of a godly woman. The book shows what holds women back and then focuses on the skills women need to lead others effectively. Using this hands-on, practical resource will inspire women leaders in the church to use its ideas to gain strength and lead well.

‘She couldn’t remember the last time they’d stared at each other with dewy eyes over the cornflakes, or when they’d last tumbled into bed and bonked like spring bunnies, but they loved each other. Didn’t they?’ Chrissie, Dee and Amber each feel a marriage proposal is overdue from their respective boyfriends. When the women are invited to a birthday soirée – complete with fortune teller – the girls know there is only one question they’ll be asking Madam Rosa: will their men be popping the question? But opting to see a clairvoyant is a bit like opening Pandora’s box. Some revelations are a joy, whereas others are most definitely not. Sometimes you have to be careful what you wish for…. Best-selling romance author Debbie Viggiano’s delightful, satirical take on life and relationships. This audiobook will particularly appeal to fans of Adele Parks and Mhairi Mcfarlane.

The fact she didn’t want a relationship did not deter his heart from wanting something more each time she was around. In Seabrook Cove, Susan Hampton, now known as Willow Braxton, seeks solace from her tumultuous past after a fateful shootout. Her attempt to stay under the radar is challenged when she meets Deputy Conroy at the police station, where a bond forms over shared values and subtle exchanges about faith. Their tranquility is disrupted by a mysterious drowning case, pulling Willow back into a world of investigation she thought she'd left behind. As Willow discreetly aids Conroy, ...

"Candy-Coated Words Have Led to Sleepless Nights": "Tiffany's marriage is built on a foundation of sweetly spun lies since the day they uttered 'I do.' Overwhelmed by sorrow yet paralyzed by fear, Tiffany witnesses her world unraveling. The truth she concealed has been uncovered, and her husband now holds the fragments of her deception. In the wake of one little white lie, Tiffany confronts the haunting question: Can the cost of that seemingly harmless untruth shatter everything she holds dear?"

This book is the sixth of seven in the series that explores each of the seven principle metaphors God employed in defining the nature and functioning of the Church. Imagining the King's bride looks back to how key women in the pages of scripture serve as prophetic types of the character and heart God desires to wed to his Son as his bride.

That first meeting between them had not fully prepared him for the tug of attraction and love he would start to feel toward her this quickly. Set against the backdrop of the tight-knit Leelanau Peninsula community, this series delves into themes of unity, faith, and renewal. The residents, newcomers, and seasonal workers are woven into the fabric of church activities and community service, reflecting their spiritual journeys intertwined with their romantic and personal lives. Through preserving the area's historical and natural beauty, they find purpose and peace. Liz is excited for a full ...

Betty is sure that Ida Lou does not belong in their church, when the woman shows up to the Good Friday service with her small dog in tow. But before she knows what’s happening, Betty is pushed into helping the woman as she deals with the sudden hospitalization of her husband. Having lost her own husband just one year ago, Betty is chosen as the perfect person to help walk through this valley with the newcomer—along with the other women of the WUFHs (Women United For Him).

This gripping memoir describes Bethany’s journey with God as she struggles to find her own identity after abuse, toxic relationships, therapy abuse, and church hurts. When the people and institutions she trusted betray her trust, even calling her crazy, God gives her the grit to keep going and find peace and well-being.

Author and ministry leader Kathleen Panning is excited to announce the release of her highly anticipated new book, Tilted Halo: Exposing the Truth of Women in Ministry and Untold Stories. This deeply personal and insightful work offers listeners a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs women in faith leadership face, drawn from Kathleen’s decades of experience in ministry.

Adele Astaire was a glittering, glamorous star, dancing with her brother, Fred, endearing herself to audiences from New York to London. But although she is toasted by royalty and beloved by countless fans, Adele Astaire has dreams of a loving husband and a houseful of children. And when she meets Lord Charles Cavendish, her wishes may just come true—but at what cost?

Ocho mujeres de diferentes países viven experiencias similares de sufrimiento y persecución a causa de su fe en Cristo. Sin embargo, todas salieron de la adversidad como heroínas.

When one of Nora Bunstruggle’s friends is murdered in cold blood, it sends the Coochie Hole burlesque club on Megalopolis into shock. It soon becomes clear that the police have zero interest in the death of a burlesque dancer. But what if the twisted killer strikes their troupe again? And who is going to exact justice for the victim’s now motherless child? Nora and the gang from the Coochie Hole realise that if they want to get to catch their faceless murderous foe, they are going to have to roll their sleeves up and kick some backsides themselves.

Are you looking for a way to dress with style while still honoring your faith? Don’t Advertise What You’re Not Selling is the guide you've been searching for. At a time when society's standards often clash with spiritual values, this book offers a refreshing perspective on beauty and self-worth, challenging you to see yourself through God’s eyes. Teri M. Bethel's timely and empowering book is written primarily for women of faith but also offers powerful insights for men—fathers, husbands, and young men—encouraging them to understand and support the principles of modest dressing. ...

Clover hasn’t said “No” a day in her life. Until today. Normally a woman who tips her hairdresser even when the cut is hideous, is endlessly patient with her horrendous mother, and says yes every time her boss asks her to work late—today, things are going to be very different. Because Clover is taking the day off. Today, she’s going to do and say whatever she likes, even if it means her whole life unravels. What made Clover change her ways? Why doesn’t she care anymore? There’s more to this day than meets the eye.

Her heart was heavier in many ways, but she knew now what love could feel like. Dive into the gripping world of "Twilight Shores," where Willow and Conroy face their most challenging case yet. Settled into a seemingly serene town, they soon uncover a sinister undercurrent tied to a string of mysterious disappearances. From cold shoulders in grocery stores to secretive locals and vanishing evidence, every step closer to the truth draws them deeper into danger. Willow's close encounter and Conroy's dire discoveries test their resolve, pushing them to the brink. As the web of deception ...

The banker and the barista… Amanda Allred’s getting tired of being in the closet for her dull, boring banking job. She’s frustrated with the whole boys’ club atmosphere there and the ‘good ol’ boy’ mentality that goes along with it. Salt Lake is thriving culturally and she wants to be a part of it all; openly and freely in the Utah she’s always loved. But, banking pays the bills and then some. She fears there are just not a lot of opportunities out there professionally for a woman in such a male centric, Mormon culture. Rebecca Musser is finally living the life she once only...