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Sometimes we have desires and needs we wish we didn't have. These drives seem to define us and become part of our identity. But are they?Sometimes it seems that our past has made us into who we are, and there is no escape. But how can we be sure?Sometimes it costs something to love. Loving is a risky business. It might come back to bite you. But then again, loving might unlock possibilities you never before imagined.Meet Malcolm, the Tyrannosaurus who wanted to be a vegetarian, and Tom, the boy hunter who believed it just might be possible.

Deepen the DiscoveryHow do you walk away from bitterness? What do you do with doubt? What happens when you're angry with God? In The Easy Bible(R) Volume Two, we'll complete the story of Jesus and discover surprising answers to challenging questions like these. Get up to speed on everything you need to know about Jesus from the transfiguration to the Great Commission, from Peter's denial to the feeding of the 5,000. You'll read about the woman caught in adultery and the man Jesus raised from the dead. You'll witness extraordinary acts of devotion in the most unexpected places.You'll understand why Jesus tangled with the leaders of religion and why they arranged for Him to be put to death. You'll learn why the tomb couldn't hold Him. We'll talk about the devil's dessert tray and you'll learn the three things you need to know for your world to make sense. You'll meet Zacchaeus (the "wee little man"), blind Bartimaeus, Judas the traitor and doubting Thomas. You'll find out why Pilate was afraid. You'll travel to Emmaus and uncover the secret that can change your life in an instant. Here's the the story-all in one place. The Easy Bible(R) is your resource for exploring and sharing the Christian faith. This book picks up where Volume One left off and takes you deeper into your journey of faith. You'll be inspired. You'll be equipped. You'll be informed. Designed for first-time Bible readers, appropriate for seasoned pros ... you'll find this book to be easy to read, but never watered down, and filled with encouragement and guidance that works in real life."Author Dwight Clough is the real deal. He loves Jesus, and he lives the Bible." Israel Haas, Church Planter, Pastor, PhD Student in Hebrew Studies

Explore the most trusted path of spiritual growth known to humanity: the Bible. Inside you'll find the Bible available in a whole new way, in bite-sized pieces, freshly paraphrased, with notes of explanation, making this the perfect read for someone with no previous Bible experience. We've added words of encouragement and created conversation starting questions for you and a friend to explore together. Explore ... enjoy ... share ... grow. Experience God on a whole new level.Volume One contains Days 1-31.FaithWhat does it mean to experience God? Day 1 shows you how to connect with God in a meaningful way.Insider informationDay 2 gives you tools to make sense of the Bible.Meaningful conversation with GodDay 3 takes a fresh look at the most famous prayer in the Bible and shows you how to make it work for you.God's heartImagine what it would be like to have a heart-to-heart conversation with God Himself. What would He say? Day 4CreationWhen we go back to the beginning, we not only discover God, but we learn why our lives have dignity and significance. Day 5A gift to all humanityGod goes beyond the miracle of creation and shares with humanity the power to create life. Read more in Day 6How we lost our waySomething isn't right. The world we live in cannot be the world God intended. What went wrong? Day 7The God ManHow does an invisible God show Himself to the human race? Day 8Our inner cryIf you've ever pleaded with God only to have your prayers fall on "deaf ears," Day 9 is for you.Miracle mothersDiscover the secret of seeing beyond our circumstances to a much greater God-given reality. Day 10No fearLearn a Biblical process for transforming your fears. Day 11ChristmasDiscover why the birth of Jesus has inspired wonder and awe for centuries. Day 12Jesus as a childTwo incidents from Jesus' childhood. Day 13Repent!The word repent is often misunderstood, even by well meaning Christians. Experiencing true repentance is one of God's precious gifts to His children. Day 14TemptationLearn the oxygen mask principle and how to defeat temptation. Day 15Oops!Learn how much God cares about us, even in those awkward moments. Day 16What really matters?Looking for the good life? Read Day 17What God requiresJesus' surprising take on a culture governed by rules. Day 18Your secret identityLearn powerful lessons about who we really are. Day 19Con artistsHow do you tell the difference between a con and the real thing? Jesus gives us a formula on Day 20.Born againDo you need to "get religion"? No. We need something far important. Day 21Unwanted?Ever wonder how God feels about you? Day 22Shameful secretsFeel like God would never want you? Learn the truth in Day 23Stuck!Sometimes we get stuck and can't see a way out. Jesus loves to make a way where there is no way. Day 24Tragedy reversedJesus slices through human tragedy and brings us what we didn't dare imagine. Day 25PanicOur fears seem so real until ... Day 26Shopping for a GodIf you could go shopping for a God, what kind of God would you look for? Day 27What we hideWe scramble for solutions, but Jesus has something much better. Day 28Being coolWe can spend so much of our lives trying to fit in, but Jesus offers a refreshing alternative. Day 29Perfect, you and me?Imperfect people headed for heaven-a perfect place. How will this work? Day 30Starting overGod picks up the pieces of our lives and empowers us to start over. Day 31"For many of my friends, the Bible is a big, scary book. Not any more. The Easy Bible(R) makes it ... easy." Pastor Israel Haas"it gives me a daily reading plan. Without it I didn't know where to begin ... I can discuss with my small group." Neil Mathweg, Real Estate"The Easy Bible(R) is by far the best single source to unlock the tenets of Christianity in daily readings! ..." Mike Halsted, Program Manager"This is an ideal guide ... a small group, and a family because of its appeal to all ages." Pat

"Wow! What a powerful read!"Some experiences change our lives forever. Those of us who have had a profound experience with God know what it's like to awaken in a new world where everything has changed. The old dreary depression is lifted, the gnawing anxiety is gone, the people who used to aggravate us suddenly don't bother us any more. Jesus is here; and though our circumstances may not have changed one bit, we find ourselves surveying the old bullies of our lives with a confident smile.For anyone who has ever struggled with a marriage that isn't working, for those who feel the lingering pain of abuse, for those who struggle with a life that's out of control, The Gift of Transformation is a road map to hope. I wrote it to tell my story, but I believe that all of our stories are connected at a deep level, and the Jesus who met with me stands ready to meet with you.You might be in the same place I found myself: a Christian for many years, trying to please God, but struggling with a faith that couldn't cope with the Goliaths of my life. If you hope against hope that there is more, but secretly wonder where it is and how to find it, this book points the way. It really isn't all that complicated. It just takes a little courage.Read and enjoy; drop me a note and tell me your story."You can breeze through it in 45 minutes or dwell on it for 45 days."Rev. Steve Freitag, Director, CrossCounsel International Ministries, CrossCounsel.comThe Gift of Transformation is a quick read; an easy read. However, the depth of its content and meaning will surprise you. ... This book will help you make the choice to start your own soul-healing search with [Jesus Christ].Tina Irwin, Judah's Call International, Inc., JudahsCall.comWhen we talk about a changed life, people imagine many things. Some imagine setting goals and working hard. I admire people like that. But you can't get this by working hard.Sorry.Some imagine days of fasting, sweaty prayer meetings, shouting hallelujah, and calling down from heaven fire. But this doesn't work that way. Again, sorry.This is easier, much easier, and harder, much harder. Because it only takes one thing. Courage.Oh, yes. I need to tell you it will take courage to read this book."Every bad thing that ever happened to you is like money in the bank, ' writes author Dwight Clough. "You just have to learn how to cash it in."This second printing contains a new foreword by Steve Freitag, Director of CrossCounsel International Ministries.

Let's start by imagining our nationthe day after the election.Half the people are elated;their candidate won.The other half are bitterly disappointed;their candidate lost.Is this what we want?Do we really want to divide our nation into winners and losers?Do we really want to force othersto loseso we can win?Is that who we are?An outside the box look at American politics from an outside the box candidate.