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Nine Fruits of the Spirit: Faithfulness (Robert Strand)
Robert Strand, one of the most successful authors in the CBA market, believes that an understanding of the qualities of a Christian deserve a close look. To that end, Strand has developed a nine-book study series on the fruits of the spirit, emphasizing not only that a properly-balanced Christian life must include love, joy, peace, patience, etc., but that God will judge us on our willingness to incorporate them into our daily walk. Written in Strand’s famous storytelling style, each book in the series includes study questions and special insights.
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Patience: Waiting with Hope (31-Day Devotionals for Life) (Megan E. Hill)
Do you find your patience running thin when you are forced to wait for a green light or a dawdling child? In a culture that strives for maximum efficiency and instant gratification, it’s easy to get frustrated when we are forced to wait. We expect an apology or compensation in return for our “patience.” But this is bitter endurance, not true patience. We need to be reminded of patience as God intended it and how it can bring us peace in our fast-paced world. In this devotional, Megan Hill puts patience back into perspective with thirty-one daily reflections and calls to action. It’s easy to see patience as what it is not and forget what patience is. Being patient is more than just not getting upset when your restaurant order is delayed. Patience is faithfulness over time. It’s the diligent practice of godliness while you wait. It is a virtue that Christ embodied here on earth, and with his help, we can understand and cultivate steadfast patience ourselves.
In the 31-Day Devotionals for Life series, biblical counselors and Bible teachers guide you through Scripture passages that speak to specific situations or struggles, helping you to apply God’s Word to your life in practical ways day after day.
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King Jack
Thirteen-year-old Jack, the best runner, jumper, climber, swimmer, and foot-ball player, learned two important truths from his hero father: Nothing is worth a lie, and never be afraid of anything. The colonel practiced what he preached—he was courageous and chose to do the right thing.Now Jack faces the ultimate trial. He knows that God will always show him what is right, and the way to do it, but he struggles to find the courage he needs. Then the moment comes when there is no time to lose, and Jack sets aside any fear of losing his own life in order to save another. Surely his father would be proud!$17.00 -
Basil: Or, Honesty and Industry (Charlotte O’Brien)
This story is filled with gems of truth, the value of which cannot be measured. Young Basil takes these treasures to heart and determines to live by them. He learns to pray, not that God would make him rich, but enable him to act honestly and industriously; for this is the way to become independent. His life experiences confirm what he had been told, that perseverance and industry are the two great essentials to success.
Most importantly, Basil understands that outward success can never bring inward peace and happiness apart from the love and acceptance of Christ. You will find this story to be uplifting and personally challenging — the type of story that everyone should read!
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The Gardener’s Apprentice (by Cousin Kate)
“I have learned more about trusting God during difficult times in this short story than from any other book. It teaches what it means to be poor in spirit but rich in the kingdom of God; to mourn and be deeply comforted by God’s surprising blessings.” — Mark Hamby
This story can be read to children of all ages, especially to those with questions about salvation and the sovereignty of God. If you are looking for an admirable role model, you will be talking about Willy for a long time to come. Of all our Lamplighter books, I would place this in the top ten!
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The Little Medicine Carrier
No story in The Children’s Character Building Collection is more loved by children than The Little Medicine Carrier. Now, in a new edition with a beautiful cover, painted by Caffy Whitney!
It’s the story of a small, poor boy named George, who seeks to help his mother provide for the family by taking a job delivering medicines for the town doctor to the ill people of his village.
George’s journeys around the town become quite adventurous! – as he meets some who inspire him to serve God more faithfully, but others who seek to get him to yield to temptations to be deceitful and dishonest. This is an outstanding story for teaching your children about the value of integrity and faithfulness, even when no men are watching us, but to live as people who know that all our actions are noticed by the eye of God.
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Everyday Faithfulness: The Beauty of Ordinary Perseverance in a Demanding World (Glenna Marshall)
What does Christian faithfulness look like when life feels unpredictable, hard, or just plain ordinary? We want to follow Jesus, but it’s easy to become more focused on our present situation than on a long view of faithfulness.
Working through the unique challenges that come with seasons of waiting, caretaking, suffering, worry, spiritual dryness, and more, Everyday Faithfulness delves into practical ways to build habits into everyday life that will aid in spiritual growth throughout a lifetime.
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True to the Last, or, My Boyhood’s Hero (Evelyn Everett Green)
It takes unwavering courage to withstand the power of peer pressure, especially when it requires standing alone. Geoffrey’s demonstration of true friendship and faith knows no bounds. The ridicule and taunting he endures does not prevent him from risking his life for the safety of his “friends.” But when he must face the ultimate challenge, will Geoffrey have the strength to remain true to the last?
Character themes in this story: peer pressure, courage, honor, faithfulness.
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Faithfulness: No More Excuses (Lou Priolo)
Faithfulness is one of the most important qualities necessary for Christian service. God’s people are God’s stewards, and so we are accountable to him. Recognizing our responsibility to be faithful is an important step in the Christian journey: embracing this truth can lead to profound Christian ministry.
Are you faithful? There are some simple, and perhaps surprising, ways to find out. Biblical counselor Lou Priolo defines faithfulness and provides three tests for assessing your trustworthiness. You will be challenged by how you score! Through instruction and straightforward exercises, he helps you to turn from fear and excuses and embrace your God-given responsibilities. As you are faithful in little things, God will give you increasing opportunities to be faithful with much, much more.
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Growing God’s Gifts: The Fruit of the Spirit (Lucy Joy)
The Bible tells us God loves to give good gifts to His children. He proves this again and again. And some of His best presents to you and I are the fruit of the Spirit that He gives all of us. These are told of in Galatians 5:22-23: Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self control.
When you understand why He gave these – to make you a blessing to others – you start to see that He gave us these to make us more like Jesus in our relationships with our friends. We get to not just know Jesus, but to show Him great and make Him known.
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