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Big Sale on Minibooks from CCEF and New Growth Press

~ Bob Hayton

New Growth Press has a special sale running now through Friday, Aug. 31 (5pm EST) on their excellent minibooks (many of them produced by the Christian Counseling and Education Foundation). I have reviewed some of these minibooks before, and was very impressed with them. These books are Gospel-centered and extremely practical. They help the average church goer connect the life-changing power of the Gospel with their life problems. Topics include dealing with divorce, singleness, pornography, anger, depression and more.

Here is another endorsement of these books:

Our church displays these minibooks so that people can begin to connect their personal struggles, whether sin or suffering, to the power of the Gospel. While these books clearly reveal the realities of living in a fallen world, they also lead people to the living hope found in Jesus and give a clear framework for living both wisely and compassionately. We hope the books serve as a first step as people seek help and more specific counsel from the body of Christ, whether from a pastor, small group leader or friend. I highly recommend these materials. They have been very helpful in my own counseling ministry over the years. ~ Jim Bates, Associate Pastor, Faith Reformed Presbyterian Church (Quarryville, PA)

There are 77 books in all, and they are available for $2.50 each (regularly $3.99), and all of their five-packs are available for $9.99 (regularly $15.99). Be sure to take advantage of this special offer! Hurry, the sale ends Friday, Aug. 31 at 5pm Eastern time.

“The Chiveis Trilogy” – Free Audio Download

~ Bob Hayton

This month’s free audiobook download from ChristianAudio.com is The Sword (Chiveis Trilogy, book 1) by Bryan Litfin. I have previously reviewed book 2 of the Chiveis Trilogy, and just received book 3 from Crossway.

The premise of the series is a post-nuclear war holocaust Earth, where Christianity has been almost forgotten, and the Bible’s message is mysterious and hard to come by. An unlikely pair of heroes recover the Old and New Testaments and battle the enemies of Christ in a medieval setting. While the books have an overtly Christian message, and explore characters coming to grips with what it means to serve Jesus Christ, the world of Chiveis is both memorable and enthralling. Bryan Litfin seeks to tell a masterful story but at the same time teach a moral lesson — not easy to do, but very rewarding if done well. I can’t wait to read the conclusion to the series – but I might have to listen to book 1 first.

For more about the Chiveis Trilogy, visit Chiveis.com.

Christian Audio Special:
♦  Free Audio Download of The Sword (Book 1)

Purchase Links:
♦  The Sword (Book 1): Amazon, Christianbook.com, Crossway
♦  The Gift (Book 2): Amazon, Christianbook.com, Crossway
♦  The Kingdom (Book 3): Amazon, Christianbook.com, Crossway

Deal on all 3 books:
♦  Amazon, Christianbook.com, Crossway

(HT: BibleGeekGoneWild.com)

Great Books at 50% off from Westminster Bookstore

~ Bob Hayton

Right now there are a lot of book deals going. Crossway has all their e-books at $5.99 or less. And at Westminster Bookstore, their 2011 bestsellers are all at 50% off, now through January 12th.

Here are some of the discounted books that I think are most worth picking up.

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A Praying Life: Connecting with God in a Distracting World by Paul Miller

This book was my top book read in 2009. It is a very important book and a good read. If you’re looking to jump-start your prayer life in 2012, or just looking for a book that is a good mix of theology and practicality, this book is for you.

Read my review here.

Westminster Bookstore deal: $7.49 (50% off)

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The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name by Sally Lloyd-Jones

This is still my favorite kids Bible story book. The stories are told in a moving way, and the artwork is beautiful. Be sure to look at the video on the book detail page at Westminster Bookstore to get a taste of this book.

Read my book recommendation here.

Westminster Bookstore deal: $8.49 (50% off)

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The Gospel Story Bible: Discovering Jesus in the Old and New Testaments by Marty Machowski

I’m using this story Bible with my kids right now. It comes with high recommendations and so far looks really good. I like how it intends to bring out the connections between the Old and New Testaments. I plan on reviewing this book soon.

Westminster Bookstore deal: $14.99 (50% off)

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The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God by Tim Keller

This book promises to be excellent. It’s on my wishlist for sure. I appreciate how Tim Keller speaks and writes, and this book is by all accounts one of his best. This isn’t the only Keller book on this list of 50% off deals. His books The Reason for God: Belief in an Age of Skepticism and King’s Cross: The Story of the World in the Life of Jesus are also bestsellers from 2011.

Learn more about this book here.

Westminster Bookstore deal: $12.97 (50% off)

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Here are a few additional titles worth checking out:

For the full list of discounted titles, click here.