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The Painted Fly (Christoph von Schmid)
$16.50The Painted Fly is a love story—for both children and adults. It is a tale of unquenchable love that leads the reader on a journey of surprise endings—or rather, surprise beginnings.
Although written in the classic style of Christoph von Schmid, author of The Basket of Flowers, the characters of The Painted Fly were created with distinct personalities that provide a new twist to Von Schmid’s stories.
At the heart of the story (without telling you the surprise climax!), is the revelation that love does not easily surrender, even in the face of insurmountable obstacles. As 1 Corinthians 13 tells us, love never gives up; it is not passive, yet neither is it demanding. But in this innovative story, through myriad twists and turns, you will also discover that love is extremely creative!
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The Captive (Christoph Von Schmid)
$13.75This gripping account of a sixteen-year-old boy, kidnapped by Algerian pirates, will keep you on the edge of your seat! And it’s a timely read for Christian youth, in today’s political climate. Bought by a rich Muslim family, a powerful drama unfolds as he is faced with a decision that could grant him his freedom in this life – or possibly gain them their freedom in Christ. A story that shows how the marks of a true Christian man cross all cultural boundaries.
Themes: Fighting evil with good, proclaiming the gospel without shame, courage
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The Little Lamb (Christoph von Schmid)
$16.75A story showing how all things work together for good to those who love God, as the reader is shown how God works when good seems improbable or impossible.
Christina has but one precious possession in the world – her little lamb. Having rescued this lamb and cared for it, she sees it as the perfect gift for her mother. But when suddenly confronted with a very difficult decision to return her lamb to its rightful owner, unimagined blessings are showered upon Christina and others as God rewards her faithful obedience.
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Fire in the Sky, and other tales (Christoph von Schmid)
$13.75Little Henry is taken hostage by a band of robbers and lives for years in a deep, dark cave. When he stumbles upon a crevice in the wall, he escapes to the land above and experiences with wonder the brilliance of the sun and the magnificence of the vast blue sky.
Through the friendship of a shepherd, he learns about the miracle of a tiny seed and the expression of love it represents. This creative work will give you a fresh appreciation for the natural wonders of creation that we so often take for granted.
Interest group: Boys, late elementary-junior high age
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The Basket of Flowers (Christoph von Schmid)
$19.00This was the very first book of the Lamplighter Rare Collector’s Series, and it will always remain a perennial best-seller. James, the king’s gardener, has mastered the art of teaching his 15-year-old daughter Mary the principles of godliness, finding creative ways to converse based on their work in the garden. But soon Mary is falsely accused of stealing, and the penalty is severe.
Regardless, young Mary remembers what her father had taught her: that it is better to suffer for the truth than to live for a lie, and that the worst pillow to sleep on is the pillow of a guilty conscience! A story that many regard as our finest character-building story of all. Themes: faith, forgiveness, suffering for righteousness’ sake and overcoming evil with good.
Join James, the godly gardener, and his daughter Mary who endure wrongful accusation and yet walk in integrity. See any of the Lamplighter Rare Collectors Series for outstanding family reading books.
Character themes in this story: laziness, perseverance, virtue and purity.
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The Inheritance (Christoph von Schmid)
$17.50A faithful grandson seeks to find help for his blind grandfather. When the old man finally opens his eyes, he sees a painting on the wall before him and realizes that this is the very house where he buried a wealthy man’s inheritance fifty years ago. To their surprise, much more is found than earthly treasure!
Learn to seek God’s righteous priorities first, along with this faithful boy and his blind grandfather, through this story which will make your family re-assess what is truly important.
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Rosa of Linden Castle (Christoph von Schmid)
$18.50Christoph Von Schmid has written a deeply moving story of a daughter’s love for her condemned father, which reveals that even when men do evil, God has His own good purpose in it; a story from which children can learn to see God’s goodness even in hard circumstances.
Through extreme trials, Rosa learns what it means to truly love her enemies and to wait for the Lord’s perfect timing.
Themes: Enduring trials patiently; suffering for others; loving and forgiving enemies.
In this unique Von Schmid classic, a daughter’s love for her imprisoned father ensures us that though it was meant for evil, God always intends it for good.
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Schmid’s Tales: The Unexpected Guest and other Stories
$16.75A book that includes three of Christoph Von Schmid’s best stories:
* The Unexpected Return
* The Unexpected Guest
* The Silent GirlThis favorite author of many readers of the Rare Collector’s Series, these three short stories illustrate God’s loving provision and perfect plan in every circumstance. In our darkest hour, we can rest assured that God is all-knowing, and ever-present to help in times of trouble.
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A Basket of Flowers (Christoph von Schmid)
$6.50Paperback edition of this highly popular story. Tale of a girl learning lessons of integrity from her father, and then re-learning them all, in practice, when placed in difficult circumstances. We have never read a story which contains as many clear character-building lessons as this one.
Mary grows up sheltered and secure in a beautiful cottage with a loving father. She learns lessons about humility, purity and forgiveness under her father’s watchful gaze.
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