Thursday’s Christian eBooks
Rescuing the Blacksmith
by Jovie Grace
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The most eligible bachelor in Cedar Falls decides to pursue the only woman in town who’s not trying to capture his attention in this sweet, second-chance historical romance.
After the tragic loss of her fiancé, Laura Bennett can’t imagine risking her heart a second time, so she devotes herself to charitable causes instead. She soon becomes known for her inability to turn away a stray animal, including the rider-less horse that wanders her way with a broken horseshoe on Christmas Eve. She pays an emergency visit to the blacksmith, doubting she’ll find the handsome bachelor at home. To her surprise, he’s hard at work at his forge.
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(Brides of Cedar Falls Series)
Pilgrim’s Progress
by Shawn P. Robinson, John Bunyan
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Pilgrim’s Progress: A Contemporary Journey of Faith
Embark on a timeless adventure in this fresh, narrative retelling of Pilgrim’s Progress, now brought to life in contemporary English for today’s readers!
Follow Christian, burdened by the weight of his doubts and fears, as he sets out from the City of Destruction toward the Celestial City. Along the way, he faces pressures such as traversing the Slough of Despond, standing firm in the face of Apollyon, and navigating the dazzling snares of Vanity Fair, all which threaten to pull him from the path of following Christ. With each step, Christian’s journey illuminates the eternal struggles of faith, hope, and redemption.
This faithful narrative reimagining retains John Bunyan’s profound allegories, making their truths accessible without compromising their depth. Whether encountering this classic for the first time or rediscovering it anew, readers of all ages will find inspiration, guidance, and renewed courage in Christian’s quest.
Perfect for personal devotion, group study, or as a gift, this updated Pilgrim’s Progress bridges the gap between Bunyan’s world and ours, offering timeless wisdom for modern pilgrims navigating the path of following Jesus Christ.
Heart of Courage
by Penny Zeller
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A new life awaits her…if she can find the courage.
In the spring of 1885, LilyBeth Engel makes the courageous decision to run from everything she’s known. She boards a train and goes as far as her meager funds will take her with her young son in tow. With nothing but the clothes on her back, the baby in her arms, her Bible, and a skill for sewing beautiful dresses, LilyBeth determines to succeed with the Lord’s help and dogged determination.
Barrett MacCallum owns one of the largest ranches in Hilltop in the Montana Territory. He also owns several of the businesses on the main street. When a woman asks to rent one of his businesses for her new dress shop, he’s amenable, even if it means charging the woman less rent because she’s obviously destitute…
Heart of Courage is a faith-filled, tender romance with the reminder that God guides our every step.
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(A Christmas to Remember)
Ranger Faith
by Lynn Shannon
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It’s a deadly holiday season…
Last Christmas, profiler Emilia Sanchez barely escaped the clutches of a serial killer. All she wants is to forget the incident and move on with her life, especially since the murderer is dead. But when she receives a poinsettia along with a threatening message, it triggers Emilia’s worst fears—that she’s not safe after all.
Texas Ranger Bennett Knox has steered clear of Emilia since the day he rescued her from a killer. The beautiful profiler is smart and brave, but Bennett knows his presence brings back painful memories. The case has always haunted him too. He had concerns with the way the investigation ended.
With a potential murderer on the loose, Bennett and Emilia team up to discover the truth. Their investigation uncovers fresh evidence and raises questions about who can be trusted. As the threats against Emilia increase, Bennett vows to protect her, but he’s running out of time. Someone is determined to make this Christmas her last…
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(Texas Ranger Heroes Series)
A Christmas Hope for the Scarred Rancher
by Delilah Sawyer
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Hope Dodson flees Philadelphia for a housekeeping post on a remote Colorado ranch, seeking a fresh start. But at Boyd Farm, she finds unexpected warmth in the steadfast rancher who owns it, and as Christmas nears, a belonging she’s never known. Can a woman running from her past ever truly find peace?
Scarred by a fire that claimed his father’s life one Christmas Eve, Gage Boyd has long shut his heart to love and the holiday that took so much from him. Yet his new housekeeper’s quiet strength awakens feelings he thought were dead, making him wonder if he can finally let go of his guilt. Could she be the one to heal his wounded heart?
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(Hearts of the Untamed West)
Kate’s Crucible
by Elmer Fuller
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To fight slavery and help Kansas become a free state, a 19-year-old woman travels to the territory in 1855 to teach school, but nature, romance, and violence threaten her mission.
Kate Collins never imagined her journey to the Kansas Territory in 1855 would be filled with such obstacles and challenges. As she arrives to teach at a New England Emigrant Aid Company settlement, she is met with constant problems – from nature’s wrath to the pain of loss. But it’s not just external forces that challenge Kate, who left a suitor and damaged relationships in Boston. She must confront the question: if God wants her to teach in Kansas, then why does he allow her to face such obstacles?
Follow Kate’s journey as she navigates the treacherous waters of love, loyalty, and self-discovery amidst the harsh realities of life in the territory. As tensions rise and the struggle for a free state intensifies, Kate must confront her feelings and desires to find her true path.
A Smoky Mountain Christmas Painting
by Kayla Lowe
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Brand New Release from Award-winning author Kayla Lowe
A soul-stirring Christian Christmas romance about love, faith, and the beauty of God’s transformation.
In the quiet town of Maple Hollow, Faye Morris runs a cozy coffee shop where everyone feels at home—except her. She’s content serving lattes and keeping her heart safely behind walls of independence. Faith feels like something for other people…until a soft-spoken painter begins showing up every morning with his sketchbook.
Buster Gaines has traveled the Smoky Mountains searching for inspiration, but it’s Faye who captures his artist’s eye—and his heart. Through his gentle presence and unwavering faith, he begins to reveal a different kind of beauty: the kind that shines when a soul turns toward God…
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(Christmas in the Smokies Series)
Daily Hope
by Regina Clarinda
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365 Devotions for Strength and Peace. Life is full of challenges, yet filled with God’s promises.
In the busyness of everyday life, it’s easy to lose sight of peace. Daily Hope: 365 Devotions for Strength and Peace invites you to pause, breathe, and realign your heart with the One who walks beside you.
Each devotion is written to remind you that God’s grace meets you right where you are — in joy, in pain, in silence, and in growth. Through gentle words of faith and encouragement, these daily readings will strengthen your spirit, calm your thoughts, and renew your hope day by day.
Whether you read it each morning to start your day with peace, or at night to rest your heart in God’s promises, this devotional will become a faithful companion on your journey of faith.
365 devotions for 365 days — one page at a time, one step closer to grace.
The Art and Craft of Biblical Preaching
by Multiple Authors
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A Comprehensive Resource for Today’s Christian Communicators.
This extensive encyclopedia is the most complete and practical work ever published on the art and craft of biblical preaching. Its 11 major sections contain nearly 200 articles, comprehensively covering topics on preaching and methodology.
The contributors include a virtual Who’s Who of preaching from a cross section of denominations and traditions, such as Dallas Willard, John Ortberg, Rick Warren, Warren Wiersbe, Alice Mathews, John Piper, Andy Stanley, and many others.
On This Holy Night
by Thomas Nelson
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Rekindle the true meaning of Christmas with the help of six gifted Christian communicators.
Max Lucado – a look into Joseph’s story, a man caught between what God says and what makes sense
Rick Warren – the real gift of Christmas is that God sent His own Son to connect with the human race
David Jeremiah – why the name of Jesus is so important and perfect
John Maxwell – how to journey like the wise men to unexpected places
Jack Hayford – a look into Mary’s story, a woman who embraced the seemingly impossible with God at her side
Bill Hybels – rediscovering meaning in the nativity scene