A New Way of Living Practicing the Beatitudes Every Day
Gene Wilkes
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ritten with enthusiasm for personal wellness, A New Way of Living uses the nine verses from the Beatitudes to inspire and encourage readers to train for spiritual wellness. Each chapter looks at the people, the characteristics, wellness concerns, and the promises associated with each beatitude. Using physical wellness metaphors and personal experiences, pastor and runner Gene Wilkes helps readers identify spiritual illnesses associated with each beatitude. With clear illustrations, takeaways, and reflection questions, readers will experience a workable exercise regimen for their spiritual fitness. Plano, TX
Available December 5, 2012 Pub Date January 1, 2013 1-59669-365-7 • 978-1-59669-365-4 • $16.99 • N134108 • 276 pages • Trade Paper • Case Quantity: 36 • 6 x 9 BISAC 1: REL012000 RELIGION / Christian Life / General BISAC 2: REL023000 RELIGION / Christian Ministry / Discipleship SELLING POINTS • Author is a pastor and wellness enthusiast. • Author has a blog with a loyal following. • Author’s readers participated in title and cover testing. • The book contains ancillary items such as Scripture index, a model for spiritual growth, photos characteristic of metaphors, sidebar quotes, etc. • Each chapter includes reflection questions and takeaways for smallgroup discussion or individual use.
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After discovering he had heart disease, Gene Wilkes began to pursue a new way to live. Quick to admit he is not an ideal specimen of physical wellness, he is now a trail runner and cyclist and has completed marathons as well as a 50-mile run. He has a BA from Baylor University, an MDiv and PhD in New Testament studies from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and has been senior pastor of Legacy Church for more than 25 years. Gene authored Jesus on Leadership, Evangelism Where You Live, An Angel in the Flame, Character: The Pulse of a Disciple’s Heart (coauthored), and much more. Also by Gene Wilkes: Character: The Pulse of a Disciple’s Heart Norman C. Blackaby and Gene Wilkes 978-1-59669-347-0 • N124101 • $16.99
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The Moses Quilt
Black History Month Feature
Kathi Macias
Can the pieces of a former slave’s story change the pattern of her future?
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he Moses Quilt is a contemporary novel that bridges racial and generational divides. Readers will find a confused and apprehensive Mazie Hartford—a young woman facing major decisions about life and love. It is the life of Harriet Tubman and the quilt of a greatgrandmother that comes to her rescue. The Moses Quilt is a modernday novel that contains romance, history, intrigue, and addresses social issues. Homeland, CA
Available December 5, 2012 Pub Date January 1, 2013 1-59669-358-4 • 978-1-59669-358-6 • $14.99 • N134101 • 240 pages • Trade Paper • Case Quantity: 36 • 5.5 x 8.5 BISAC 1: FIC042000: FICTION / Christian / General BISAC 2: REL012110 RELIGION / Christian Life / Social Issues SELLING POINTS • Kathi Macias is a multiple awardwinning author. • This novel is the first in a new series focusing on social and cultural issues such as racism. • This novel contains history, intrigue, romance, and conflict presented through a Christian perspective. • The overall tone is inspiring, compelling, and realistic. • The novel’s heroine will appeal to young women facing major life choices. • The novel has a strong and clear presentation of the gospel. • Online book club and resources are available.
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Multiple award-winning author Kathi Macias’s nearly 35 books include this “Quilt” series, the “Freedom” series, and the “Extreme Devotion” novels for New Hope Publishers. Her devotionals reach hundreds of thousands—through the Christian Civic League, Black Christian News, Latino Christian News, Christians in Recovery, and crosswalk.com. The Excellence in Media Angel Award, San Diego Christian Writers Guild fiction awards, Golden Scroll Novel of the Year (Red Ink), Golden Scroll Novel of the Year Finalist (Deliver Me from Evil), Carol Award finalist (Red Ink), Author of the Year BooksandAuthors.net, and an international writing contest grand prize are some of her credits. A popular speaker for women’s retreats, conferences, churches, and more, including TV and radio programs, Kathi also loves outreach to prison and homeless ministries, and praying for and aiding the persecuted church globally. A mother and grandmother, Kathi and husband, Al, live in California. Also by Kathi Macias: Red Ink 978-1-59669-279-4 • N114127 • $14.99 Special Delivery 978-1-59669-307-4 • N114141 • $14.99 The Deliverer 978-1-59669-308-1 • N114142 • $14.99 No Greater Love 978-1-59669-277-0 • N114126 • $14.99
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Holiday Living
Using Year-Round Holidays to Build Faith and Family
Brenda Poinsett
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ow do you instill in your family a sense of godly heritage while everyone is eating hot dogs and watching fireworks? While it may seem impossible, you can pass on values important to the Christian faith while celebrating year-round holidays—even those rarely celebrated holidays like Presidents’ Day. In Holiday Living, author Brenda Poinsett gives readers something to celebrate—an indispensable guide to living up the holidays in Christian style. Covering almost 20 holidays, readers will find fascinating history about how the holiday started and more importantly garner a better understanding of their faith connection to the holiday. In the true spirit of celebrating life in Christ, readers will find easy-to-use, cost-effective holiday ideas to help turn facts into memories and provide opportunities to lay the foundation of Christian values as they worship.
Available: December 5, 2012 Pub Date: January 1, 2013 1-59669-359-2 • 978-1-59669-359-3 • $14.99 • N134102 • 208 pages • Trade Paper • Case Quantity: 36 • 6 x 9 BISAC 1: REL034000 RELIGION / Holidays / General BISAC 2: REL012000 RELIGION / Christian Life / General SELLING POINTS • Covers almost 20 holidays, including all major holidays and lesser celebrated holidays. • Contains recipes, craft ideas, decorating ideas, etc. • While historical in places, the tone of the book is light reading. • Encourages readers to use various holidays for instruction and worship. • Author has written two other Christmas titles, one recently released.
In addition to the major holidays, holidays include Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, as well as cross-cultural holidays like Cinco de Mayo, St. Patrick’s Day, and Kwanzaa. Union, MO Brenda Poinsett, author of more than 17 books, works with women who want a new lease on life, with adults who want to learn, and with families who want meaningful celebrations. At retreats, conferences, and special events, Brenda offers encouragement and hope as well as valuable information. A member of the National Speakers Association, Toastmasters International, and Advanced Writers and Speakers Association, she’s the author of The Friendship Factor, Wonder Women of the Bible, When Saints Sing the Blues, and Celebrations That Touch the Heart. Brenda and her recently retired husband, Bob, have three grown sons. Also by Brenda Poinsett: The Friendship Factor: Why Women Need Other Women 978-1-59669-247-3 • N094142 • $14.99 Wonder Women of the Bible: Heroes of Yesterday Who Inspire Us Today 978-1-59669-094-3 • N074142 • $14.99
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Lost on a Familiar Road
Allowing God’s Love to Free Your Mind for the Journey
Kimberly Sowell
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ost on a Familiar Road will help readers discover what their minds were created to do—to love God completely. Using one of Jesus’ most basic directives, readers will be inspired to let God change their minds. Offering practical insight, readers will be shown how to submit their minds to the lordship of Jesus Christ and experience stronger, sharper, and freer minds. Let God be glorified in the most secret place—your mind. Lancaster, SC
Available January 11, 2013 Pub Date: February 5, 2013 1-59669-360-6 • 978-1-59669-360-9 • $14.99 • N134103 • 192 pages • Trade Paper • Case Quantity: 36 • 5.5 x 8.5 BISAC 1: REL012120 RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth BISAC 2: REL012000 RELIGION / Christian Life / General SELLING POINTS • Ancillary edevotional available at NewHopeDigital.com will help drive readers to purchase trade book. • Author has a strong, consistent reader base. • Author has a consistent speaking schedule. • Is a practical book written in a personable, conversational tone. • The content explores how to love God with your mind.
Kimberly Sowell is the founder and president of Kingdom Heart Ministries, a ministry dedicated to inspiring women to make their relationship with Jesus Christ the center of who they are and how they live each moment, growing in Christ and sharing their faith with the world. Kimberly’s ministry includes speaking at events, authoring Bible studies and devotions, and equipping women in missions and evangelism. She serves as the director of missions mobilization and women’s ministry at Second Baptist Church in Lancaster, South Carolina. Kimberly holds a bachelor of arts degree from Clemson University and a master of divinity degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Kimberly has been featured on various radio and television programs and has spoken to women across the United States and around the world. She and her husband, Kevin, and their children, make their home in Lancaster, South Carolina. Also by Kimberly Sowell: Journey to Significance: Becoming Women of Divine Destiny 978-1-59669-217-6 • N084140 • $12.99 Soul Shaping: Creating Compassionate Children 978-1-59669-276-3 • N104139 • $12.99 A Month of Miracles: 30 Stories of the Unmistakable Presence of God by Kimberly Sowell, et al. 978-1-59669-209-1 • N084135 • $14.99
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Friendships of Faith A Shared Study of Hebrews
Edna Ellison
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ritten for two friends to study, Friendships of Faith: A Shared Study of Hebrews is an interactive Bible study that examines how Christ’s sacrifice opens a better way, through His New Covenant, to live a life of faith in God. Using folksy anecdotes, verse-by-verse analysis, questions for reflection and prayer, Ellison examines Christ’s sacrifice, His New Covenant, and the life of faith. Daily lessons—five days a week over a six-week period—will encourage individuals and help friends encourage each other in their faith. Spartanburg, SC
Available January 11, 2013 Pub Date: February 5, 2013 1-59669-362-2 • 978-1-59669-362-3 • $9.99 • N134105 • 144 pages • Trade Paper • Case Quantity: 36 • 6 x 9 BISAC 1: REL006000 RELIGION / Biblical Studies / General BISAC 2: REL006220 RELIGION / Biblical Studies / New Testament SELLING POINTS • Second book in the “Friend to Friend” series. • Is a 6-week Bible study, with 5 lessons per week. • Is a verse-by-verse study of Hebrews with discussion questions. • Format is designed for two women to complete together. • Author is a consistent seller and regional speaker with national and international engagements.
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Award-winning author of 23 books and more than 400 magazine articles, Edna Ellison is a well-known keynote speaker who loves leading prayer retreats and writers conferences across the United States and overseas. Edna is an honor graduate of Presbyterian College with an MA from Converse College, an EdSp from the University of South Carolina, and a PhD from the University of Alabama. Having taught at three Baptist seminaries and two American universities, she now writes Bible study books from her Spartanburg, South Carolina, home. A leader in AWSA (Advanced Writers and Speakers Association) and a certified CLASS speaker, her life has been featured by Focus on the Family, where she has also been published. Also by Edna Ellison: Friend to Friend: Enriching Friendships Through a Shared Study of Philippians 978-1-59669-309-8 • N114143 • $8.99 Deeper Still: A Woman’s Study to a Closer Walk with God 978-1-59669-333-3 • N124140 • $14.99 Women of the Covenant: Spiritual Wisdom from Women of the Bible 978-1-59669-270-1 • N094151 • $8.99
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Espresso Your Faith
30 Shots of God’s Word to Keep You Focused on Christ
Rhonda Rhea
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ased on 1 Peter 5:8, which warns believers to stay alert, Espresso Your Faith takes a perky approach to helping readers explore 30 keys from God’s Word so they can stay alert spiritually. Rhea’s humor will warm readers hearts while her practical insight will have them paying attention to the world around them with a fresh biblical perspective. Espresso Your Faith promises the opportunity for God to energize lives and have believers feeling alert, healthier, and stronger. Troy, MO
Available January 11, 2013 Pub Date February 5, 2013 1-59669-366-5 • 978-1-59669-366-1 • N134109 • $14.99 • Trade Paper • 192 pages • Case quantity: 36 • 5.5 x 8.5 BISAC 1: REL012130 RELIGION / Christian Life / Women’s Issues BISAC 2: REL012120 RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth
Rhonda Rhea is a humor columnist (HomeLife, ParentLife, Today’s Christian Woman, Charisma, SBC LIFE), radio personality (Focus on the Family’s Weekend Magazine; WRCM, Charlotte, N.C.), and author of eight books, including High Heels in High Places and I’m Dreaming of Some White Chocolate. She lives in the St. Louis area but enjoys traveling to every corner of the nation speaking at all kinds of conferences and events. Rhonda says her favorite and most adventurous roles are as wife to Richie Rhea, senior pastor of Troy First Baptist Church, and as mom to her five nearly grown children. Also by Rhonda Rhea: How Many Lightbulbs Does It Take to Change a Person? Bright Ideas for Delightful Transformation 978-1-59669-325-8 • N124132 • $14.99
SELLING POINTS • Author is a recognized humorist and contributor to national magazines. • The book follows an easy-to-read format. • A discussion guide is included.
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Power in the Blood of Christ
Easter & Lent Feature
Jennifer Kennedy Dean
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ust as blood flows through the physical veins, His life, His blood flows through your spirit veins. Through this eight-week interactive study, join national best-selling author and Bible study teacher Jennifer Kennedy Dean as she explores the immense power of the blood of Christ in the life of the believer. Trace the thread of redemption that runs from the Old Testament to the New Testament. Experience a deeper understanding of familiar passages and begin to realize anew the cleansing power of Christ’s blood in your own life. Marion, KY
Available February 8, 2013 Pub Date March 5, 2013 1-59669-363-0 • 978-1-59669-363-0 • $14.99 • N134106 • 176 pages • Trade Paper • Case Quantity: 36 • 6 x 9 BISAC 1: REL006700 RELIGION / Biblical Studies / Bible Study Guides BISAC 2: REL006220 RELIGION / Biblical Studies / New Testament SELLING POINTS • National best-selling author of more than 20 books and kits. • Author has a strong reader base and is a popular speaker. • Easy-to-use format that includes discussion questions and commentary. • Author addresses the seven times that Jesus’ blood was shed, highlighting how believers are reconciled by His death.
Jennifer Kennedy Dean is executive director of the Praying Life Foundation and a respected author and speaker. She is the author of numerous books, studies, and magazine articles specializing in prayer and spiritual formation. Her book Heart’s Cry has been named National Day of Prayer’s signature book. Her book Live a Praying Life has been called a flagship work on prayer. Widely recognized as an unusually gifted communicator of the deep truths of God’s Word, Jennifer speaks all over the country calling God’s people to discover the difference between a prayer life and a praying life. Jennifer is the author of such books as Set Apart, Fueled by Faith, Power in the Name of Jesus, and Secrets Jesus Shared. A highly demanded speaker, her engagements include respected organizations such as the Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove and Focus on the Family. She is a board member for Advanced Writers and Speakers Association, a member of America’s National Prayer Committee, and a member of National Professional Women Association. Also by Jennifer Kennedy Dean: Power in the Name of Jesus 978-1-59669-356-2 • N124109 • $14.99 Live a Praying Life: Open Your Life to God’s Power and Provision DVD Leader Kit 978-1-59669-290-9 • N104147 • $99.99 Secrets Jesus Shared: Kingdom Insights Revealed Through the Parables DVD Leader Kit 978-1-59669-113-1 • N074145 • $79.99 Set Apart: A 6-Week Study of the Beatitudes DVD Leader Kit 978-1-59669-264-0 • N104133 • $79.99
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Dear God, He’s Home! A Woman’s Guide to Her Stay-at-Home Man
Janet Thompson
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ear God, He’s Home! is a practical, honest look at issues couples go through when—regardless of the reason—a spouse is forced to become a stay-at-home man. Sharing openly from personal experience, readers will be mentored in how to handle these real-life issues. Readers will learn how to handle the paralyzing shock, deal with people’s reactions, grieve their losses, discover a new focus and purpose, and restore marital joy. Dear God, He’s Home! includes personal thought questions, discussion questions for couples, and a small-group discussion guide. Garden Valley, ID
Available February 9, 2013 Pub Date March 5, 2013 1-59669-364-9 • 978-1-59669-364-7 • $14.99 • N134107 • 192 pages • Trade Paper • Case Quantity: 36 • 5.5 x 8.5 BISAC 1: REL012050 RELIGION / Christian Life / Love & Marriage BISAC 2: REL012130 RELIGION / Christian Life / Women’s Issues SELLING POINTS • Endorsed by Les and Lesile Parrott and other notable authors. • Topic affects women in varying age and socioeconomic groups. • Content touches wide variety of reasons for stay-at-home husbands. • Contains personal reflective/discussion/small-group questions. • Contains testimonials and personal experiences. • Dear God, He’s Home! is part of women’s issues series.
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Janet Thompson, founder and director of About His Work Ministries, is the recognized author of the “Dear God” series and is a speaker on topics relevant to today’s Christian. Janet developed the Woman to Woman Mentoring Ministry at Saddleback Church, served as a lay minister for 12 years leading Saddleback’s Woman to Woman Mentoring Ministry, and she continues to share the blessings of mentoring by training in churches around the world. Dave and Janet have four married children and love being Grammie and Grampa to 11 beautiful grandchildren. Also by Janet Thompson: The Team That Jesus Built: How to Develop, Equip, and Commission a Women’s Ministry Team 978-1-59669-300-5 • N114135 • $16.99 Face-to-Face with Priscilla and Aquila: Balancing Life and Ministry 978-1-59669-295-4 • N114132 • $8.99 Face-to-Face with Sarah, Rachel, and Hannah: Pleading with God 978-1-59669-321-0 • N124128 • $8.99
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Fed Up with Flat Faith 10 Attitudes and Actions to Pump Up Your Faith
Kathy Howard
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esperate. Tired. Dry. Flat. Many Christians struggle with flat faith. What they really desire is a fiery, passionate, connected faith. Fed Up with Flat Faith equips readers with five attitudes and five behaviors that will have them preparing their hearts and lives for God’s activity. Author and teacher Kathy Howard provides practical, foundational faith principles. With personal reflection questions, biblical truths, and the power of the Holy Spirit, faith can become dynamic and readers no longer have to live fed up with flat faith.
Spring, TX
Available February 9, 2013 Pub Date March 5, 2013 1-59669-367-3 • 978-1-59669-367-8 • $14.99 • N134110 • 176 pages • Trade Paper • Case Quantity: 36 • 6 x 9 BISAC 1: REL012120 RELIGION / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth BISAC 2: REL012000 RELIGION / Christian Life / General SELLING POINTS • A practical tool for believers. • The book is appropriate for individual or small-group study. • The book contains personal reflection questions. • Ancillary items such as study resources and a reading list are also included.
Kathy Howard, a minister of adult education at a church in west Texas, has been teaching the Bible to adults for more than 20 years. In addition to discipling Christians, she also has an exciting teaching ministry for spiritual seekers and new believers. Actively involved in women’s ministry, Kathy is often invited to speak at women’s events and conferences. She holds a master’s degree in religious education and a certificate in women’s ministry from the Canadian Southern Baptist Seminary. Married for 25 years, she and her husband, Wayne, have three children and currently reside in the Houston area. Also by Kathy Howard: Before His Throne: Discovering the Wonder of Intimacy with a Holy God 978-1-59669-334-0 • N124141 • $14.99 God’s Truth Revealed: Biblical Foundations for the Christian Faith 978-1-59669-268-8 • N094149 • $14.99 Unshakeable Faith: 8 Traits for Rock-Solid Living 978-1-59669-297-8 • N114134 • $8.99
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“Freedom” Series #3 The Deliverer 978-1-59669-308-1 • N114142 • $14.99
“Freedom” Series #1 Deliver Me from Evil 978-1-59669-306-7 • N114140 • $14.99 “Freedom” Series #2 Special Delivery 978-1-59669-307-4 • N114141 • $14.99
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