The timeless tales from the early books of the Bible have captivated generations. In this lush storybook, the fresh voice of lyrical storyteller Donna Jo Napoli and the lavish artwork of Christina Balit bring classic stories to life for a young, modern audience. Noah's Ark, Moses, David and Goliath, the ten plagues, Daniel and the lions' den, Jonah and the giant fish, and many more of the Bible's most powerful stories--27 in all--are compellingly...

In one life-changing moment, the lives of the Jewish exiles in Babylon are thrown into confusion and despair when a decree arrives from the king's palace in Susa. It calls for the annihilation of every Jewish man, woman, and child throughout the empire on the thirteenth day of Adar, in less than one year. Ezra, a quiet Jewish scholar and teacher, is suddenly called upon to lead the community as they seek God for a reason for this catastrophe. Forced...

Seven years ago, Moriyah was taken captive in Jericho and branded with the mark of the Canaanite gods. Now the Israelites are experiencing peace in their new land, by Moriyah has yet to find her own peace. Because of the shameful mark on her face, she hides behind her veil at all times and suffers the disdain of the townspeople. The her father finds someone to marry her--but things go horribly wrong. Moriyah is forced to flee to one of the newly established...

"In this inspiring guide for young women, Grace Valentine shines a spotlight on nine courageous women in the Bible who lived their faith boldly. In a world that pressures you to seek validation from others, learn to focus on what truly matters. "What will they think?" It's a question that consumes many women and may even stop them from living the lives God has called them to live. Whether it's don't be too loud, don't be too aggressive, or your role...

God tells Jonah to pass on an important message. Instead, Jonah sails far away. Then an enormous whale swallows him in just one gulp! Will Jonah be trapped inside the whale forever?

Entry in the fascinating behind-the-scenes series that studies the people and stories that are bedrock to the Christian faith. Explores the books of the Old Testament from Exodus to Judges.

Max Lucado invites readers to leave the wilderness and discover a life defined by grace, refined by challenge, and aligned with a heavenly call. By studying the life of Joshua and the biblical book that bears his name, Lucado reveals God's promises for every step and reminds readers that God still fights for them.

"Si pudieras pasar tiempo en persona con los gigantes de la fe del Antiguo Testamento, ¿c?mo sus percepciones afectar?an tu vida? En este libro, John Maxwell se basa en m?s de cincuenta a?os estudiando la Biblia para transmitir la valiosa sabidur?a de El?as, Eliseo, Job, Jacob, D?bora, Isa?as, Jon?s, Josu? y Daniel: Job forj? su fortaleza de car?cter y se mostr? optimista mientras se enfrentaba a una gran p?rdida. Su reto para ti es: "¿Puedes mantenerte...

They are one of the greatest archaeological finds of all time. First discovered in a cave by a Bedouin shepherd boy in 1947, these fragile parchment relics were written around the time of Christ two millennia ago and included the oldest known versions of the Hebrew Bible. They not only reveal that early Judaism was far richer and more varied than previously thought but also hold vital clues to the birth of Christianity. Now, scientists are using new...

The Life and Witness of Jeremiah introduces the general reader to the Hebrew prophet Jeremiah. As such it provides an overall sketch of his life and times and serves as a portal into his thought world. Jeremiah is among the most eloquent and passionate prophets in the Hebrew Bible. For readers who enjoy evocative poetry and harrowing accounts of near-death experiences, Jeremiah merits careful reading. One of the primary purposes in writing this book...