An activity and story book combine for an interactive and reflective way to count the days through Lent to Easter. The Easter Tree represents following the example of Jesus, introducing children to the stories in the Gospels in anticipation of his resurrection. Decorate a budding tree branch with 40 easy-to-make symbols and read short stories about Jesus life and teachings that each symbol represents. Templates for the symbols and Bible references are provided along with a reflection and simple Lent challenge. Journey through Lent and create an Easter tree with a difference for children and a... View More...
Prepare your heart and mind to celebrate the risen Savior.It's time for fresh spring blossoms, colored eggs, special recipes, and family gatherings. This year, with each tradition, small celebration, and new story, take the time to stop and discover the ways Jesus is showing His love for you. In remembering His Easter story--the greatest story ever told--your own will become that much sweeter.The perfect companion for Lent, Devotions for Easter invites you to find the messages of hope and mercy God places in even the smallest moments of the season. Forty days of warm, inviting readings, prayer... View More...
Suffering & Glory recovers some of the best Holy Week and Easter articles from half a century of Christianity Today. Guiding readers from Palm Sunday to Pentecost and including contributions from Tish Harrison Warren, J. I. Packer, Nancy Guthrie, and Eugene Peterson, Suffering& Glory will remind readers of the beauty of Christ's death and resurrection. View More...
We all long for "happily ever afters". But let's face it, life's just not like that Or is it?This evangelistic book takes readers through the Easter story. Good Friday looked like a bad ending to Jesus' story. But Easter Sunday changed everything...for everyone...for ever after Readers will discover how Jesus' happy ending can be theirs too as they explore how his life, death and resurrection solve the big issues that plague humankind--sin and death.Easter really can change your life, for good, for ever after This book is great to give away to non-believers at Easter.... View More...
Daily readings for Lent that will bring you closer to Jesus.As you read this powerful booklet during the Lenten season, you will experience spiritual growth through interaction with Scripture from both the Old and New Testaments. The readings in the NIV Once-A-Day 40 Days to Easter Devotional culminate in the Passion Week and Easter Sunday, and you will gain a greater understanding of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus as you examine critical passion narratives in the Gospels. Through your interaction with these Lenten readings, you will be a joyful witness of God's carefully orchestrat... View More...
An inspiring collection of daily devotions and prayers from great Christian writers of the past, including Augustine, Charles Spurgeon, John Bunyan, Catherine Parr and Martin Luther.The heart-warming words of these saints of old exalt the grace and glory of Christ's work, and will encourage and inspire readers as much today as they did when they were first written.Each daily reading has been selected, edited and introduced by Tim Chester to make these treasures accessible to every reader. They will help you reflect on Jesus in the run-up to Easter. Ideal to start at the beginning of Lent.... View More...
Delight in the beauty of Christ afresh this EasterSome of the richest prophecies about the cross of Christ can be found in Isaiah chapters 52 and 53 (the last of the 'Servant Songs'). Take time to go through these familiar yet extraordinary chapters in the run up to Easter with this Lent devotional by Tim Chester. You will be thrilled and challenged as you see how Jesus matched every part of every prophecy, and brought glory to his name through his beautiful sacrifice on the cross.Contains 47 days of short, stirring reflections as well as a link to an original song, See Jesus Stripped of Majes... View More...
Delight in the beauty of Christ afresh this EasterSome of the richest prophecies about the cross of Christ can be found in Isaiah chapters 52 and 53 (the last of the 'Servant Songs'). Take time to go through these familiar yet extraordinary chapters in the run up to Easter with this Lent devotional by Tim Chester. You will be thrilled and challenged as you see how Jesus matched every part of every prophecy, and brought glory to his name through his beautiful sacrifice on the cross.Contains 47 days of short, stirring reflections as well as a link to an original song, See Jesus Stripped of Majes... View More...
In many ways, Easter is supposed to be the high-point of the year for Christians, where we remember the three days that changed history for ever. But for many of us, the day quickly comes and goes without us really feeling any different. Yet for centuries Christians around the world have marked the season of Lent--the forty days leading up to Easter--as a way of reflecting on their need for forgiveness and anticipating Christ's work on the cross.These daily readings present deep theology in a concise and understandable way, allowing you to soak up the real meaning of Christ's death and resurre... View More...
Jesus' death on the cross and resurrection from the grave are the cornerstone of our Christian faith. But it's important to remember the events leading up to that time--the ones in which Christ taught His disciples important lessons that should still be imprinted on our hearts today. Bill Crowder walks you through those key moments of the Last Supper, the garden of Gethsemane, and the trial before Pilate, as well as Christ's death and resurrection, to give you a complete picture of the Savior. View More...
"Like many evangelicals who love the gospel, I had my doubts about Lent."It's true, Lent can often seem like an empty ritual. But what Aaron Damiani came to find, and what he describes inside, is something else entirely. Something exceedingly good. In The Good of Giving Up, Anglican pastor Aaron Damiani (who comes from a low-church background) explains the season of Lent, defends it theologically, and guides you in its practice. You'll learn: The history and purpose of Lent How to practice it with proper motivationWays it can reform your habits and convictions How to lead others through it, wh... View More...
Take ten minutes with your family each day to prepare for Easter.This flexible, easy-to-use Lent devotional will allow both adults and children to celebrate the limitless wonder of Easter. Walk through Luke's Gospel and the Old Testament to discover why the story of Jesus' death and resurrection is the most amazing story ever told.This is a discussion-based resource with differentiated questions for 3-4s, 5-7s, 7-12s, teens and adults At just 10 minutes each, these devotions are an achievable joy, not an unrealistic burden.There are five devotions for each week. If you can't get to it every d... View More...
Take ten minutes with your family each day to prepare for Easter.This flexible, easy-to-use Lent devotional will allow both adults and children to celebrate the limitless wonder of Easter. Walk through Luke's Gospel and the Old Testament to discover why the story of Jesus' death and resurrection is the most amazing story ever told.This is a discussion-based resource with differentiated questions for 3-4s, 5-7s, 7-12s, teens and adults At just 10 minutes each, these devotions are an achievable joy, not an unrealistic burden.There are five devotions for each week. If you can't get to it every d... View More...
Journey with Jesus on the road to Jerusalem with these reflections for Lent by Sinclair Ferguson. As you walk through the second half of Luke's Gospel, you'll meet the people Jesus encountered on the way to the cross--and prepare your heart to appreciate his death and resurrection afresh.Each day you'll be invited to: - Read a passage of Luke's Gospel and a short meditation by Sinclair Ferguson- Reflect on a thought-provoking question- Respond in prayer and praise as you journalPithy yet profound, these devotions will hold up a mirror to your own heart and, more importantly, give you a window ... View More...
Experience the love of Christ in a new personal way with this Lenten devotional drawn from America's favorite devotional, Daily Guideposts. Lent is a time of preparation for Easter when we reflect on Jesus's life and sacrifice. This year, renew your heart for the resurrection with Daily Guideposts: 40 Days of Lent. In just five minutes each day, you'll enjoy a Scripture verse, a personal story, and a prayer to help you apply the day's message. Join Karen Barber as she learns about the days leading up to his crucifixion and resurrection. Instead of giving something up, learn a new spiritual pra... View More...
