Books - Christian Novels

Haunted by the pain of his mother's death, John pockets a large check from her life insurance policy and leaves his father's house to "take on the world." A series of bad decisions leaves him hurting, poor, and desperate. Will he ever know the comfort of home again? Adults and mature teens will love this contemporary retelling of the prodigal son.

A suspenseful thriller in the spirit of The Matrix! Chased through the streets of Denver by mysterious assailants, Thomas Hunter is shot---and endowed with a strange new power. Suddenly his dreams are as vivid as waking reality. Can he distinguish truth from fiction before it's too late? Book one of the best-selling Circle Trilogy..

Becky Taylor, a young woman burdened by great expectations, is lying on a cold recovery table in an abortion clinic when she hears a man s voice, then gunshots. She holds her breath and lies perfectly still behind the curtain. When the gunman is finished, Becky is the only one left alive in the clinic. This act brings together two strangers who both seek answers to life s most wrenching questions, mainly: Are God's love and mercy big enough for every sin? The answer transforms multiple lives.

With his thriving congregation and bestseller about pornography in the church, handsome pastor Ron Hamilton is a rising star in the evangelical world. But when the evidence surrounding the murder of an X-rated actress points solely to him, he's Presumed Guilty by everybody except his wife. Can their marriage survive until justice prevails?

When she receives an unusual package in the mail, Ekaterina "Kat" Moore travels to Russia, her ancestral home, seeking answers. Thrust into a perilous web of family secrets, she finds herself falling in love with FSB captain Vadeem Spasonov, a man trying to forget his own past. Will Kat's investigation lead to the answers Vadeem needs?

Many commentators assume John's reference to "the chosen lady and her children" in 2 John 1 refers to the church. But what is there really was a respected Christian sister in the community to whom John entrusted his epistle? What might have been this woman's life story? What might she remember of the apostle "whom Jesus loved"? Thom Lemmons's biblically based fiction - third in his popular series - have been like for this woman, whom he envisions as a young Nubian mother. In his dynamic portrait of "Amanis," we become eyewitnesses of the last days of the apostolic era, gleaning insights into our own ways of dealing with monumental charge within the church and society today.

In this second release in the Daughters of Faith series, Thom Lemmons explores the question of what happened to Lydia, Paul's first European convert. Woman of Means uses strong characters and an imaginative plot to take readers to biblical times for possible answers. As readers view the struggles of life through fresh eyes, they will be reminded of the commonality of all human struggle and our shared need for God's grace.

After his father's death, Scott Macklin discovers that his dad was involved with a secret group known as the Shadowed Ones. As Scott delves into the mystery, he is joined by a military commander, priest, and hostage negotiator. Together they struggle against Legion, a horde of demons acting as one. Can they stem the rising tide of evil threatening to engulf the world? 352 pages, softcover

Known for his action-packed tales of spiritual warfare, including This Present Darkness, best-selling author Peretti offers a brand-new edge-of-your-seat creature feature! Miles away from the hectic city, Reed and Rebecca hike the beautiful Northwestern wilderness. Soon they realize something deadly is lurking and snarling in the shadows. But monsters are just imaginary.....right?

Beginning with the nugget of description from 1 Chronicles, Thom Lemmons penetrates the mystery surrounding the life of Jabez in this encouraging novel. Discover who this prayer warrior was, find out what struggles prompted him to pray for blessing, and learn what happened next. 128 pages, hardcover from Waterbrook.

3 books in one great hardback volume from Beverley Lewis. A great author with God focused stories. 704 pages

Brilliant genetic researcher Nicholas Donovan has been an outcast ever since his patient passed away during experimental treatments. So why did SynTech Labs hire him? He isn't sure, but he does know that Christian patients at SynTech are mysteriously dying. Can Nicholas prove his suspicions without jeopardizing his life?

Treasure-unbelievable, historic, and dangerous-awaits Perry Sachs. The famous engineer knows the treasure is buried just outside Tejon, California. And he knows that whoever buried the booty years before rigged it with enough booby traps to send would-be fortune hunters into early retirement-or the grave. But Perry is no mere fortune hunter. He and his team of workers from Sachs Engineering tackle the task with vision and faith.

Karen Matthews experiences every parent's worst nightmare when her 7-month-old daughter, Jessica, is stolen in the night. Other little girls have disappeared recently, but this case doesn't fit the pattern. So Detective J.J. Johnson asks acclaimed crime psychic Zoe Shefford for help. Will she uncover the truth---before it's too late?

When an Ozark ice storm strands geology student Sable Chamberlin and Dr. Paul Murphy, they assume they're safe from the killer responsible for murdering Sable's grandfather. But will her childhood home---and the dark caves beneath---provide a safe haven and the answers she seeks or are they a deadly trap?

Etienne Makepeace, England's celebrated "Tea Sage," vanished without a trace in 1966, leaving the whole of Great Britain wondering what became of the famed radio personality. Forty years is hastily buried remains are discovered beneath two sickly Assam tea bushes in the Royal Tunbridge Wells Tea Museaum's tea garden--along with the pistol that killed him. Nigel Owens, curator, and Flick Adams, tea chemist, are thus embroiled in the second mystery to threaten the integrity of the museum. Are they in over their heads this time?

Fighting through waves of pain and confusion, journalist Mark Taylor regains consciousness long enough to remember that he's in Syria . . . and a lot of trouble! There's no doubt he's stumbled upon the story of a lifetime---if he can live long enough to tell it!

After summer vacation, Blake, Jenn, Krys, Lorri, and A.C. reconnect in their private corner of cyberspace. As they share their thoughts, a new member invades their chatroom and encourages them to talk about God. At first, they engage in light banter, but then the conversation turns a dark corner when the interloper challenges their faith. Who is this guy and what does he really want? For ages 12+

Would you like another shot at that "road not taken"? Three lucky people get just that when they win the chance to relive one moment of their past---and see how it changes them. But when one winner is murdered and another is a crook, will God get involved in these experiments in alternity?

In this sequel to the Christy Award-winning Time Lottery, three more contestants are given the unique opportunity to visit their past--and the choice to live within that new reality. Can David Stancowsky stop the love of his life from dying? Will Vanessa Caldwell break the patterns of dysfunction before she makes a terrible mistake? Why does Hollywood A-lister Lane Holloway want to return home? While Time Lottery spokesman Alexander MacMillan manages the increasingly dangerous paparazzi on the outside, the contestants face agonizing decisions about their futures--and each are called to search their core beliefs for answers

Beginning with the nugget of description from 1 Chronicles, Thom Lemmons penetrates the mystery surrounding the life of Jabez in this encouraging novel. Discover who this prayer warrior was, find out what struggles prompted him to pray for blessing, and learn what happened next. 128 pages, hardcover from Waterbrook.