Recently named the number-one piece of twentieth century literature, The Lord of the Rings trilogy is more than a great story. It's a much-needed reminder that, like J. R. R. Tolkien's hobbits, we Christians are all on an epic quest. In examining the Christian themes in the trilogy, authors Kurt Bruner and Jim Ware find that truth and fiction are not as far apart as they seem. And that although Tolkien never intended for these books to present the gospel, when read in the light of Scripture they offer a rich tapestry of redemption, values, and faith against all odds from which we may learn much.

Finding God in the Lord of the Rings

Ware, Jim

Bruner, Kurt

History

SaltRiver

2005 ECPA Retailer's Choice Award winner for best biography/autobiography! Steve Saint was five years old when his father, missionary pilot Nate Saint, was speared to death by a primitive Ecuadorian tribe. In adulthood, Steve, having left Ecuador for a successful business career in the United States, never imagined making the jungle his home again. But when that same tribe asks him to help them, Steve, his wife, and their teenage children move back to the jungle. There, Steve learns long-buried secrets about his father's murder, confronts difficult choices, and finds himself caught between two worlds. Soon to be a major motion picture (January 2006), End of the Spear brilliantly chronicles the continuing story that first captured the world's attention in the bestselling book, Through Gates of Splendor.

End of the Spear

Biographies & Memoirs

Saint, Steve

Leaders & Notable People

In Finding God in the Land of Narnia, best-selling authors Kurt Bruner and Jim Ware explore the deep spiritual themes of redemption and grace found in the popular Chronicles of Narnia series by C. S. Lewis. With amazing clarity that captures the tone and style of C. S. Lewis himself, the authors offer a depth of insight that will surprise even the most ardent Lewis fan. Each chapter will help readers gain not only a deeper understanding of the popular Lewis series, but a deeper understanding of God himself.

Finding God in the Land of Narnia (Saltriver)

Religion & Spirituality

Christian Books & Bibles

In this often humorous collection of personal stories, reminiscent of his popular book, Real Christians Don't Dance, John Fischer relates his sometimes bumbling attempts to follow Jesus and live an authentic life of faith. Confessions of a Caffeinated Christian will inspire readers to take their coffee and their conversation to the corner cafe—and drink deeply of full-strength faith. Fischer challenges Christians to move beyond "decaf" Christianity and inject their lives with the hot, powerful, and energizing real thing.

Confessions of a Caffeinated Christian

Fischer, John

Christianity Today Book of the Year Finalist.In the critically acclaimed prayer memoir from award-winning author Patricia Raybon, the Colorado essayist sets out to learn the secrets of mountain-moving prayer. But will her broken marriage, a dying husband, conflicts with adult daughters and her determination to pray for her household lead to a healed family and a renewed faith? In the page-turning depths of I Told the Mountain to Move, Raybon wrestles with her upbringing in a strict, churchgoing family, her questioning about her childhood faith, and her determination to return fully to God in adulthood. This wonderfully written book reaches across racial, denominational, and cultural lines as Raybon discovers that prayer is a deliberate discipline that draws the prayer warrior into a life-changing relationship with a mountain-moving God.

I Told the Mountain to Move

Raybon, Patricia

2005 Gold Medallion Award finalist! The School of Dying Graces is the deeply honest and beautifully written account of two very different spiritual journeys--the journey of Dr. Richard Felix, then president of Azusa Pacific University, and that of his beloved wife, Vivian, a terminal cancer patient. From observing his wife prepare herself spiritually for dying, Dr. Felix discovers that special gifts--living graces--come to those who persevere through suffering. In this thought-provoking and inspiring story forged through his wife's victorious dying, Dr. Felix offers profound truths for those who want to live victoriously.

The School of Dying Graces: Lessons on living from two extraordinary . . .

Wilkins, Rob

Felix, Richard

Parenting & Relationships

Millions of children, even Christian children, are reading the mega-selling Harry Potter book series and are exposed to the Harry Potter movies. John Granger, a devout Christian, teacher of classic literature, and father of seven children, first read the Harry Potter books so he could explain to his children why they weren't allowed to read them. After intense study, however, he became convinced that the books are underestimated as literature--and reflect important Christian truths. In Looking for God in Harry Potter, Granger gives parents and teachers a roadmap for using the Harry Potter books to teach Christian truth to children.

Looking for God in Harry Potter

Granger, John

Teen & Young Adult

For the latest edition of this book that covers all 7 Harry Potter novels, see How Harry Cast His Spell. Millions of children, even Christian children, are reading the mega-selling Harry Potter book series and are exposed to the Harry Potter movies. John Granger, a devout Christian, teacher of classic literature, and father of seven children, first read the Harry Potter books so he could explain to his children why they weren't allowed to read them. After intense study, however, he became convinced that the books are underestimated as literature―and reflect important Christian truths. In Looking for God in Harry Potter, Granger gives parents and teachers a roadmap for using the Harry Potter books to teach Christian truth to children.

Like a broken starfish that miraculously regenerates in ocean waters, Christina DiMari has experienced triumphant healing from a childhood filled with chaos and pain. Ocean Star is the story of how God found her in the midst of an abusive childhood, became the loving parent she never had, and revealed himself in tangible ways through her amazing life journey. Filled with insightful symbolism, Ocean Star will help Christians and non-Christians find hope, humor, and healing in a powerful true story of a broken life made new.

Ocean Star: A Memoir

DiMari, Christina

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Finding God in the Lord of the Rings

End of the Spear

Finding God in the Land of Narnia (Saltriver)

Confessions of a Caffeinated Christian

I Told the Mountain to Move

The School of Dying Graces: Lessons on living from two extraordinary . . .

Looking for God in Harry Potter

Finding God in the Land of Narnia (Saltriver)

Looking for God in Harry Potter

Ocean Star: A Memoir