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Suffering has a way of stopping us in our tracks. It exposes what we rely on, shakes what feels secure, and leaves us asking questions that quick answers can’t satisfy. This book meets you in that place, not with clichés, but with a deeper, more honest path. It reveals how God uses trials not to break you, but to reshape you into someone stronger, more compassionate, and more anchored in Him. Drawing from Scripture, lived experience, and the rich tradition of Christian thought, this book walks you through the reality of suffering with both honesty and hope.

The Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil and the Tree of Life represent the basic conflict between the powers of darkness and the Kingdom of God. There Were Two Trees in the Garden is a study of the fundamental differences between these two trees and how they still affect our lives today.

The cross and the lynching tree are the two most emotionally charged symbols in the history of the African American community. In this powerful work, theologian James H. Cone explores these symbols and their interconnection in the history and souls of black folk. 

Who is Heavenly Mother, and do we have an individual imperative to seek Her as we do the Father and the Son? If so, how do we come to know Her? In The Mother Tree, poet and landscape architect Kathryn Knight Sonntag addresses the rising world-wide hunger to know a Mother God by asking these and other stirring questions. What follows is an exploration into the symbolic realm of the tree of life, Mother's chosen metaphor in scripture.

Sometimes we describe ourselves as trees. When we're thriving, we speak of being rooted and fruitful, in a good season. When we struggle, we might describe ourselves as withering, cut off from friendship and the world. These ways of describing ourselves matter because they shape the ways we live. But in a world dominated by efficiency, we have begun to use more unforgiving metaphors. We speak of ourselves as computers: we process things, we recharge. In doing so, we come to expect of ourselves an exhausting, relentless productivity.

Join Ms. Adventure in her treehouse for original kids' adventure (and misadventure) stories as we learn what makes JESUS better than anything else in the whole world. Ms. Adventure’s stories are lighthearted, wholesome, silly and above all, purposeful – always spotlighting the Gospel that Jesus offers to those who choose to follow Him. They’re inspired by God’s Word, the Bible, and they are great for drive time, bedtime, and any time you want to point kids to the heart of our great God. The stories are geared toward preschool and elementary age kids, their families, and all kids at ...

LIVE THE LIFE YOU WERE BORN AGAIN TO LIVE. Michael was deeply committed to Jesus, but unaware of deception and mixture that were skewing his understanding and choking his life. Follow along with his story, as biblical insights and dramatic encounters with God gradually opened his eyes to see the penetrating reality that, “if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.” (2 Corinthians 5:17). Explore five key elements Michael embraced for living the new creation life, and engage the stunning reality of being one with Jesus–the very fulfilment of his prayer (John 17:21).

We are called to remain steadfast in our faith, but that can be difficult when we are burdened with the challenges and struggles of life. The Faith to Flourish: Bible Lessons from the Olive Tree is a 7-week, group-discipleship resource designed to inspire women to remain steadfast in every...

Every December, a huge Christmas tree arrives in Trafalgar Square. Bedecked in lights, it is a shimmering, festive beacon in the heart of London. But even more enchanting than the twinkling decorations and scented pine is the story behind the tree; a story of loyalty, friendship and resistance. On a cold evening in 1940, German warships made their way towards Oslo. It seemed inevitable that Norway, like so many other European nations, would soon submit to the Nazi regime. But the country's indomitable King Haakon VII refused to surrender.

In so many ways, God is always reaching for us: through circumstances in life, through hardships, and through joys. God is an intimate and loving person who is always looking for a way to draw nearer to us. But if we don't reach back, we will never experience the depths of a fulfilling relationship with Him. Nothing in Heaven or on Earth can change our lives for the better more than a personal relationship with the Lord.

Tree of Life: Incarnation, Passion & Glory, Saint Bonaventure on the Christ Story. This is Saint Bonaventure's 13th Century collection of fifty meditations on the Incarnation, Passion, and Glory of Jesus Christ. Following the 1978 translation by Dr. Ewert Cousins, parish priest and spiritual director Stephen Joseph Wolf offers a paraphrase with brush-ink drawings.

The Plot: The Tree is the third book in The Plot series. Is the "law" based on the knowledge of good and evil? What is the meaning of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil? What was the curse that began at the tree? What is the meaning of "Cursed is he who hangs on a tree" (Gal. 3: 13; Deut. 21: 23)? Why did Christ hang on a tree? What is the relationship between the Tree and the cross? Why did God nail the law to the cross (Col. 2: 14)? What was the fate of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil? And what legacy has that tree left?

Becoming a highly spiritual Christian needs to be the goal of every believer. Love in itself is an action. The believer, through love should be fervently seeking the Lord night and day to grow nearer to Him. As it is written, "Do not be deceived: Evil company corrupts good habits." 1 Cor. 15:33

It is a dazzling decade, and Barbara Bond is a beautiful young singer torn between her fierce desire for independence and her deep, abiding love for her husband, a brilliant doctor. She has trained for years to sing grand opera, but soon after her marriage to Harvey Perkins, she learns that he has accepted an assignment as a medical missionary in the country of Siam. Suddenly Barbara is forced into the duty of a “good wife"—to support her husband’s career, not her own. As resentment slowly grows, she travels with Harvey first to the jungles of Siam, then to the capital city of Bangkok.

From the garden of Eden to the garden of Gethsemane, trees have borne silent witness to the long arc of our redemption story. Christmas is more than a holiday we observe each year—it's a special piece of a much bigger story. In this teaching series, Pastor Skip Heitzig walks through some of the trees that mark key events in the story of God and His people—from original sin to the birth, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Under the Fig Tree (UtFT) with Nathanael is a slow, thoughtful journey through Scripture — one chapter at a time. Each episode explores the historical context, literary structure, theological themes, and practical implications of the biblical text. These conversations aren’t rushed or surface‑level; they’re meant to help you see the depth, beauty, and coherence of God’s Word. Whether you’re studying along, listening quietly, or reflecting on your own walk with Christ, this series invites you to sit under the fig tree and learn with me as we move through the Bible chapter by chapter...

Slaying Your Giants will change your life. It will teach you everything you need to know to have that mountain-moving, giant-tackling faith that God has always wanted from you.

But prepare yourself for a total life makeover because radical faith creates radical changes.

It's incredible to think that your entire life can change just by changing how you talk. But your words reflect your thoughts and who you are inside. By changing your words it forces you to change what's underneath it all. It forces you to think and act differently changing your relationships, your walk with God, and everything you are.

Hosted by Karl Faase, Insight delves into the big themes of life, faith, and culture through the power of story. Each conversation opens a window into the experiences of everyday people, leaders, thinkers, and creatives who have navigated life’s challenges and found hope along the way. Rooted in a Christian worldview but open to all, Insight aims to spark thoughtful reflection and encourage deeper engagement with the world around us.

Discover a parenting style that nurtures a healthy family and displaces fear as a motivator for behavior. Learn how to meet your child's three driving inner needs for security, significance and strength with the invaluable gifts of love, purpose and hope. Modern parents are stressed out and...