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  The Message of Esther

  David G. Firth

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  The book of Esther tells the dramatic story of how the destruction of the Jews was averted through the bravery of Esther, the wisdom of Mordecai, and the unity of the Jewish people. Yet Esther is a rather strange book to find in the Bible. Not only is it set entirely outside of the Promised Land, it also shows no interest in that land. More than that, Esther is the only book in the Bible that definitely does not mention God, and it avoids any obviously religious language.
  Nevertheless, Esther does have a developed theology. In this BST volume, David Firth explores this paradoxically important book and its implications for our own context, where the reality of God's presence is experienced against a backdrop of God's relative anonymity and seeming absence. Using brilliant satire and subtle scriptural allusions, the book of Esther offers us a model for dealing with a world where Christians are frequently a minority voice. It calls us to courageously engage society and be at the forefront of standing for justice, all while trusting in the God who is always at work.
  Part of the beloved Bible Speaks Today series, The Message of Esther offers an insightful, readable exposition of the biblical text and thought-provoking discussion of how its meaning relates to contemporary life. Used by students and teachers around the world, The Bible Speaks Today commentaries are ideal for those studying or preaching the Bible and anyone who wants to delve deeper into the text. This edition features lightly updated language and a new interior design.

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  The Great Story and the Great...

  Christopher J. H. Wright

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  Christianity Today 2024 Book Award (Missions/Global Church) 
   
  Outreach 2024 Resource of the Year (Mission and Cross-Cultural) 
   
  Highly regarded biblical scholar and speaker Christopher Wright shows us that how we read the Bible has a profound impact on how we understand what mission is. According to Wright, "People read (and preach) the Bible in tiny bits and pieces, for its promises or rules or doctrines, and fail to take it . . . as the true story of the universe, past, present, and future, within the plan and purposes of God--a story in which we are called to participate as coworkers with God." 
   
  Wright encourages us to explore the Bible's grand narrative and to bring the whole counsel of God in Scripture to our understanding of who we are and what we must do as God's people. He helps us understand mission in its broadest sense, including our creational responsibilities. Wright's goal is to get us excited about the dramatic vista of the whole Bible and to help us understand the breadth and depth of missional engagement that we are called to live as actors in that drama. Now in paperback.

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  Peace in the Dark - Faithful...

  Jessica Herberger

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  How do we stay faithful as we wait on God? 
   
   
   
  The time after Good Friday but before Easter Sunday is one of the most overlooked portions of the Bible. We tend to rush ahead to the empty tomb seeking to find the resurrected Lord, but our lives don't come equipped with a fast-forward button. We all face seasons of waiting where we long for a new or better future. 
   
   
   
  Peace in the Dark invites you to look again and acknowledge the reality of Holy Saturday. The example of the early disciples in those in-between hours offers a depth of wisdom about what to do when things have gone wrong. Their practices can serve us as we face our own disappointments, trials, and even traumatic experiences. There is a way to not just live but to experience peace when God seems silent. Rooted in Scripture, nature, and her personal experiences of years of trial, Jessica Herberger guides us through what was happening on that day, why it matters, and how we can approach our Holy Saturdays with hope and faithfulness.

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  A Forgotten Truth

  Chautona Havig

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  Espionage, bioterrorism, the mafia. Is there anything the Agency isn't fighting right now? 
  One man's on the run, and he doesn't even know who's after him or why. 
  After years of running, one woman is finally safe and comfortable--or she was until a new guy moved to her tiny village. 
  Relocated to a small, all-American New England town, one traitor tries to keep his family safe while his successor launches an attack on the American people. 
  Mark's best agent is in danger--of losing his life and his heart. 
  Not that Mark has any heart issues of his own. 
  And if all that wasn't enough to keep Mark Cho of The Agency on his toes, there's a leak--either in his agency or in the government. 
  A Forgotten Truth Grab your copy today and hold on tight. Things just got crazy with The Agency.

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  Embracing the Authority of Love...

  Dr. David K. Ewen

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  bout the BookAligning with Heaven's purpose, with the strength of unity, and embracing the authority of love are interconnected and essential components in our journey of acknowledging God's sovereign rule. When we align our hearts, minds, and actions with Heaven's purpose, we recognize that our lives are part of a grand and divine narrative. It allows us to transcend our individual desires and align ourselves with God's greater plan, contributing to the advancement of His Kingdom on earth.However, aligning with Heaven's purpose is not a solitary endeavor. The strength of unity becomes a pivotal factor in this process. As believers come together in a supportive community, we amplify our efforts, combining our diverse gifts and talents in pursuit of a shared vision. Unity fosters a harmonious symphony of collaboration, where each member plays a vital role in fulfilling God's purpose.Yet, the true power that fuels this unity is the authority of love. Embracing the authority of love means understanding that love is not just an emotion but an unwavering commitment to selfless service and compassion. When we lead with love, our interactions are marked by empathy, grace, and forgiveness. Love bridges divides, heals wounds, and transforms hearts, creating a fertile ground for unity to flourish.It is in this harmonious interplay of aligning with Heaven's purpose, the strength of unity, and embracing the authority of love that we come to acknowledge God's sovereign rule. We recognize that our lives are not our own but part of a grand tapestry masterfully woven by the divine hand. Our unity reflects the unity within the Trinity, as we model the love and oneness displayed by the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.As we submit to God's sovereign rule, we realize that His authority is not one of tyranny or dominance but of love and grace.

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  The Oasis King - The Oasis...

  Mark David Pullen

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  Dylan, Jack, and Tripp are looking for adventure, but when they find an entryway into a magical land, plagued by the malevolent Stranger, the cost of their new, exciting journey might prove to be too much. While on vacation at their grandmother’s farm, cousins Dylan, Jack, and Tripp learn of a long kept family secret and the power of wishing on a star. The boys are swept away to the Valley of the Oasis—a strange, primal paradise, where monsters and danger lurk around every turn. They find refuge with a lone hunter and his dogs, who have lost track of time and appear trapped in this magical land. But the hunter and his dogs cannot rest for long. He is pursued by the Stranger, a strange green-skinned being from another time and place who also seeks to escape the Valley of the Oasis. As they narrowly escape the Stranger’s attacks, the boys worry that they, too, are trapped with no way home. Will the hunter protect the boys and send them home in time, before the Stranger closes in once and for all? The Oasis King is the first in a series of an action-adventure tales for younger readers who seek new lands, heart-racing challenges, and unexpected twists.

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