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Ann Burton's critically acclaimed first novel in this compelling Biblical series tells the fictionalized tale of a young Jewish lady who makes and markets pottery to support her family. But when her brother's huge gambling debt threatens to enslave them, she convinces his creditor to marry her and forgive the debt. After her husband sends her to manage his herds in the hills far away, Abigail grows fond of its rustic inhabitants-and of an enigmatic...
2) Jael's Story
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Ann Burton-best-selling author of Rahab's Story-pens a sweeping historical novel about the Biblical heroine who risks all by wielding a tent peg and mallet. In this compelling tale of faith, courage, and romance, Jael boldly seizes a pivotal opportunity to free Israelites-and herself-from years of oppression.
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Ann Burton, author of the critically acclaimed Abigail's Story, traces Rahab's incredible journey from harlot to heroine. Shorn of her hair, stripped of her clothes, and cast out of her father's house, Rahab now scavenges the streets. Desperate for food, she's soon welcomed by the sisterhood of the House of Palms, a bordello. But after encountering two Israelite spies, Rahab makes a risky, life-altering choice.
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Ann Burton, acclaimed author of Jael's Story, creates enthralling historical fiction by skillfully inter - weaving authentic elements of biblical history, culture, and geography. Deborah's Story is the gripping saga of one female slave who risks her life for a chance at true love-and rises to unimaginable prominence. It's an inspiring tale of developing wisdom, courageous faith, and blossoming love.
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God wants to transform His followers "into his likeness with ever-increasing glory" (2 Corinthians 3:18). But how does that happen? Can imperfect women really hope to become more like their perfect heavenly Father? Captivated by God, an interactive study ideal for individuals or small groups, guides women on their quest to know and love God and shows how they can become more like Him. Readers will learn about God's attributes as revealed in Scripture...
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There are two kinds of shame. Legitimate shame is a tool in the hands of a forgiving God; we feel it when we recognize our sin and turn to Him. False shame, on the other hand, is a tool in the hands of the enemy; Satan uses it to convince believers that they are not worthy of God's love and acceptance, and to turn them away from fellowship with Him. In From Shame to Beauty, readers will discover how to arm themselves against false shame and live confidently...
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The "war between the sexes" has gone on long enough! God is moving to restore the relationship between women and men to His original design, bringing peace and harmony where there has been, for so long, strife and misunderstanding. The Beauty of Intimacy helps women open their eyes and hearts to this move of God's Spirit and challenges them to live according to the purpose God revealed for men and women at the beginning of time. The Beauty of Intimacy...
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Many women--even Christians!--are dissatisfied with their lives. They are strangers to the rich, contented life that Jesus promised to His followers. Through this Women of the Word Bible study, women will discover that the secret to peace and contentment is knowing and living with Jesus Christ. Finding Contentment introduces readers to the apostle Paul's life and his letter to the Philippian church--both demonstrate the everyday joy that does not...
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How can you forgive those who have hurt you? How can you know that God has forgiven you? In this new addition to the Women of the Word Bible study series, readers learn how to accept God's forgiveness for their sins and to extend forgiveness to others. Through personal stories any woman can relate to--about family, career, and church--The Gift of Forgiveness deals honestly and compassionately with this tough yet necessary choice: the choice to forgive....
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Each of us has "hard-to-love" people in our lives. Sometimes they are those nearest and dearest to us! Loving Like Jesus, an interactive study ideal for individuals or small groups, helps women learn how to obey Jesus' commandment to love one another. First, believers must learn to understand the essence of genuine love and fully accept Jesus' love for us all. Only then can they move beyond personal feelings and extend His love to others. Loving Like...
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Change is inevitable, but changing in the right way--in the way God desires for His children--is a choice. Transformed by God's Word, an interactive study ideal for individuals or small groups, is a practical, insightful guide that will help women discover the Bible's strategies for overcoming rejection, guilt, fear, worry, and discouragement. Readers will also learn how to allow the Holy Spirit, working through Scripture, to renew them from the inside...
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Guideposts Books
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[2019]
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When Jewish sailor's wife Tikva received word, more than a decade ago, of a family tragedy, the shock of the news sent her into premature labor, and she delivered a stillborn son. From that time until this, despite chasing after a multitude of healers' promises and spending all she had on torturous treatments, she hasn't been able to stop the resulting hemorrhaging. The doctor she saw today, like all the others, had given her lofty promises of a cure...
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Guideposts
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[2019]
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The story begins when Jochebed gives birth to Moses, just moments after the Pharaoh issues an order to kill every newborn Hebrew male. How will Jochebed hide her precious son? Does his only chance for survival lay with the Pharaoh's own daughter? Can Jochebed convince her to raise him to worship the one true God?
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Guideposts Books
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Zarah's husband, Noah, has been preaching about the coming destruction of the world for years, as he builds a monstrous ship in the middle of his grain field. But Zarah, Noah's wife and mother to their three sons, does not hear from God the way Noah does. Her hidden past, as a captive in a pagan temple, has led her to believe she is dam-aged and unworthy. Why would God speak to her? But then, son Shem's wife, Salbeth, is abducted by the same cult...
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[2020]
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All Joanna wanted was a peaceful life in the palace. Instead, she witnessed history's most shocking events. She must chose between maintaining the illusion of peace or following the Prince of Peace. Joanna finds herself at the crossroads of her heart. Will she have the strength and courage to choose the right path?
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