New Releases

7 Money Rules for Life
Mary Hunt
Revell, December 2011
Drowning in debt? Here's your no-nonsense guide to money mastery! Helping you transform your financial future from shaky to rock solid, Hunt encourages you to take seven simple steps to financial freedom. Discover how to spend less than you earn, save for the future, manage your credit, borrow only what you can repay, and more. 208 pages, hardcover from Revell.

Saying It Well: Touching Others with Your Words
Charles Swindoll
FaithWords, January 2012
SAYING IT WELL is a practical, easy, and unique book on becoming an effective and persuasive speaker, teacher, and conversationalist. While most books on mastering the art of speaking take a very similar approach, mainly presenting philosophy, technique, and the how-to-do-it, SAYING IT WELL will make it personal and keep it realistic. The author will write in first person, not unlike a presciptive memoir, where he tells his own story of his journey in how he became a world class communicator. Yet, he'll stay focused on the subject and deliver the how-to, but in a personal, entertaining, vulnerable story format. He will lift the veil of his own struggles and the adventures he has been on in learning the craft so the reader can relate. The author will share several foundational principles regarding how to communicate, from preparing for a speech, organizing thoughts, filtering out the superfluous and focusing on the important, overcoming fears, how to grab the listener's attention, deliver in a convincing manner...and frankly, how and when to stop.

Winning the Food Fight
Steve Willis
Regal Books, December 2011
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver brought his mini-series, Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution, to Huntington, West Virginia, "the fattest city in America." But long before the small town was on the chef’s radar, one pastor had already begun to pray for Huntington’s spiritual and physical transformation. Winning the Food Fight is pastor Steve Willis’ insider look at the divine timing of Jamie Oliver’s visit and a backstage pass to the events that are changing the heart and health of an all- American city. Readers will encounter the stories of real people who have made the connection between spiritual wellness and physical health, and be inspired to begin their own journey toward God-honoring transformation using Pastor Steve’s practical, biblical plan.

Just a Minute: In the Heart of a Child, One Moment Can Last Forever
Wes Stafford
Moody Publishers, December 2011
A hug, a compliment, a word of praise . . . such things may seem inconsequential, but to a child they can make a difference! Whether you want to reach out to kids across the globe or in your own backyard, Stafford shows how building self-worth, discovering latent talent, breaking emotional barriers, and more can transform little ones' lives. 208 pages, hardcover from Moody.

Tyndale: The Man Who Gave God an English Voice
David Teems
Thomas Nelson, December 2011
A beautiful literary tribute to the poet, martyr, expatriate, outlaw, and original translator of the English Bible. In this personable, historical narrative, Teems brings wit and wisdom to the story of the English "Paul" who defied a tyrannical church in order to introduce God's Word to the common people. 304 pages, softcover from Nelson.

Hope for Parents of Troubled Teens
Connie Rae
Bethany House, December 2011
Licensed counselor Connie Rae has seen it all, both in her professional practice and in her personal life with a son who struggled through a drug addiction. In It's Never Too Late to Help Your Teenager, she offers encouragement and practical advice on what to say and do, and mistakes to avoid. She helps parents understand their child's temperament, their own parenting style, the developmental process, and the world in which their teenager is growing up. Each chapter ends with a list of practical steps and a prayer, giving parents hope throughout the process.

Courageous DVD
Provident Films, January 2012
The latest movie from the creators of Fireproof! Police officers Adam Mitchell, Nathan Hayes, and their partners are brave men well-equipped to deal with hardened criminals. But when they remove their badges, they face a more daunting challenge---fatherhood. As their children drift away from them, can these stalwarts find a way to defend and protect those nearest and dearest to them---and draw closer to God? Rated PG-13. Approx. 129 minutes.

Decades of Worship CD
Michael W. Smith
Provident Music, January 2012
Michael W. Smith's exhilarating worship style has turned millions of hearts to the Lord. Now his most popular renditions are collected on one dynamic release! Join him as he praises God in "Above All," "Agnus Dei," "Mighty to Save," "A New Hallelujah," "Breathe," "Healing Rain," "The Stand," "You Are Holy," "So Great," and more.

Go CD
Rachel Chan
In:Ciite Music, December 2011
The debut release from Rachel Chan is an upbeat set of encouraging Christian pop originals. The daughter of author and speaker Francis Chan, this talented teen showcases her songwriting chops and effervescent faith on "Prove It," "As Close," "You Must Love Me," and more.

Hugs & Kisses, God (Lift the Flap Book)
Allia Nolan
Zondervan, December 2011
Children will be eager to read and learn about God with this fun lift-the-flap book. Featuring a rhyming text and colorful pictures, your little ones will learn all the different ways that they can show God love during their days.