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My Bucket of Sand: And Other Spiritual Thoughts
Sheila Jones
Psalm 139 describes the thoughts of God as being more numerous than the grains of sand--vast, uncountable, unfathomable. Sheila Jones celebrates the fact that God graciously shares some of his thoughts with us, and allows us to encourage others with them. In this book, Sheila shares the sand God has put in her bucket.

The second volume of the "Wisdom for Life" women's devotional series, My Bucket of Sand features short chapters in which Sheila passes on truths she has learned and has told to many throughout the years.

With the gifts of clarity, insight and visualization, Sheila shares her heart and her faith in My Bucket of Sand.

“It is inspiring to see again how God teaches us great lessons in small, everyday experiences. Sheila uses her God-given talents to share her life-lessons that in turn can move our hearts and strengthen our lives.” --Gloria Baird, author of God’s Pitcher

“What a wonderful little book! Rarely do words speak to my heart as Sheila's did. At a time when I was longing for some spiritual encouragement, this wise and uplifting book was a healing balm. My Bucket of Sand truly overflows with glorious "grains" of insight. Throughout each chapter I kept thinking, "That's exactly what I feel" or "That's my struggle too," concluding that Sheila must be just like me! Then I realized that she seems to have tapped into a source of common spiritual need—which is exactly why My Bucket is such a gem. I enthusiastically recommend it to all who are sincere about finding a deeper connection with Jesus!” --Dr. Joy Bodzioch, author of Discover Joy

To read the introductory chapter or to order, click here>>

Check out Sheila's My Bucket of Sand blog.

THE TENDER YEARS--NEW RELEASE

The Tender Years: Parenting Preschoolers
Geri Laing and Elizabeth Laing Thompson
Geri and daughter, Elizabeth, have collaborated on a new book for moms of preschoolers that not only instructs and guides; it also encourages, inspires and connects.

It contains thirty short chapters focused on various aspects of the daily life of moms, with its joys, fears, hopes, challenges and everything in between. Interspersed with poignant poems that express and relate to the hearts of moms, this book will bring smiles, sighs, "aha's," and even much-appreciated belly laughs.

Guaranteed not to overwhelm with “to do’s” and “not to do’s,” The Tender Years is a gift of refreshment to sometimes harried, sometimes harassed and oftentimes happy moms. click here to order>>

The book consists of 30 short chapters, and includes numerous poems written by Elizabeth. Here are two poems from the book.

“What an amazing book! I want every mom of preschoolers to read this. It is phenomenal. I cried and laughed...and realize Christian moms need this teaching so much; this has been a neglected area."
--Jeanie Shaw, Boston

Read comments by other readers. See sample chapters in the adjoining right column.

OPEN MY EYES, LORD--NEW RELEASE

Open My Eyes Lord: Seeing the Spiritual World Around Us
Erica Kim
Through the pages of Open My Eyes, Lord, your eyes of your heart will be opened to the true realities in life. To believe in the power of prayer. To “see” the battle waged for your soul. To become aware of the activity of both angels and demons. And to renew your faith in our invisible but ever-present heavenly Father.

Erica Kim writes to help women realize there is a spiritual world that is more real than this physical world we live in. She inspires us to see that world and to respond to our Father in faith and surity. See the contents page>>

"Erica has masterfully interwoven her own and others’ life experiences with examples from God’s men like Jacob and Elisha to help us practically see the spiritual world around us. This book will help us to be more alert to and better prepared for the battle that rages around us—the battle that ends in ultimate victory with God!"
--Gloria Baird, Los Angeles

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DISCOVER JOY--NEW RELEASE

Discover Joy: Well-Being, God's Way
Dr. Joy Bodzioch

Christian psychologist Joy Bodzioch has written a new book on finding mental well-being by applying the Beatitudes to your life. She believes that following Jesus' plan for living our lives will help us find not only meaning, but joy as well.

Sharing from her life, her experience as a professional counselor and as a Bible student, Dr. Joy gives an insightful path to finding biblical help for insecurity, depression, negative thinking and other challenges we face in our Christian walk.

Read "contents" and "Introduction"--click here>>
Read interview with Dr. Joy. See her discuss the book on YouTube.

Hear Dr. Joy's interview with Lesley Hurst on Vocal Point (WAFG).

“Joy brings biblical scholarship and her experience as a psychologist together to encourage robust Kingdom-thinking. This book will enrich both men and women.”
--Tom Jones, Teacher, Greater Nashville Church, author of Mind Change and numerous other books

MIND CHANGE MOMENTS--NEW RELEASE

Mind Change Moments--60 Devotions for Faith and Inspiration
Thomas A. Jones

Got a minute for some inspiration and encouragement?

If so, here are 60 moments that will meet your need.

Two years ago, Thomas (Tom) Jones, author of Mind Change: A Biblical Path to Overcoming Life’s Challenges, began a two-minute weekly webcast called the Monday Morning Mind Change Moment. During this time, he shares his heart and the Scriptures in such a way that people look forward to receiving the “moment” to start their week off with a godly focus.

This book is an offering of 60 of these Mind Change Moments. And the good thing is that you can now have them for any day of the week!

Click here to read more and to order>>

WHAT IS THE KINGDOM?

DPI is offering six resources that present a fresh study of the meaning of the “kingdom of God.” In these
resources you will be learning from Christians during the first 300 years of Christianity, from Restoration leaders such as David Lipscomb, and from modern day men who are applying “kingdom theology” to everyday life.

Your investment in these books (and CD sets) will be greatly rewarded as you are refreshed and refocused by the biblical concept of the kingdom of God and the leavening power that it brings to the lives of its citizens.

ALL THE WAY TO KINGDOM COME (DPI), AUDIO CD-SET--Tom Jones, Steve Brown,
Frank Williams
MERE DISCIPLESHIP (BRAZOS PRESS)--Lee Camp
KINGDOM COME (LEAFWOOD PRESS)--John Mark Hicks, Bobby Valentine
THE KINGDOM THAT TURNED THE WORLD UPSIDE DOWN--David Bercot
WILL THE REAL HERETICS PLEASE STAND UP--David Bercot
THY KINGCOM COME--Douglas Jacoby

NEW RELEASE!!
One Another:
Transformational Relationships in the Body of Christ

Tom Jones and Steve Brown, the two teachers in the Greater Nashville Church, have collaborated to give us a fresh, biblical look at relationships—a topic of utmost importance in churches focused on making disciples and fostering continual spiritual growth. The authors show that God’s plan is for us to be instruments in each other’s lives to bring about the transformation he desires.

Great for individual, small group and whole ministry use. Includes application questions at the end of each of the chapters.

Contents>> Sample chapter>> Read more>>

NEW RELEASE--
Raising Awesome Kids--Reloaded
Sam and Geri Laing

Since the first edition of Raising Awesome Kids, much has happened in our world. For example, the Internet has become accessible to everyone. Facebook, MySpace, cell phones, video games have all come gangbusters on the scene. Jesus is to be Lord of all areas, and the Laings help us know how to communicate and model this understanding to our kids.

The original book helped a whole generation of Christian parents raise their kids. It is our prayer that this new and updated version will do the same for the moms and dads of the new millennium. To see the contents page, click here. To order the book, click here.