Acts Life Change

One recent December, at age 53, John Kralik found his life at a terrible, frightening low: his small law firm was failing; he was struggling through a painful second divorce; he had grown distant from his two older children and was afraid he might lose contact with his young daughter; he was...

The Power of Starting Over: Reinventing Yourself at Any Age You’re not starting from scratch—you’re starting from experience. Whether you’re navigating an empty nest, a career upheaval, a late-in-life divorce, or just a deep inner knowing that it’s time for something new—this book is your guide to purposeful, empowered reinvention. Designed for women and men 40+, The Power of Starting Over offers practical tools, inspiring stories, and mindset shifts to help you embrace change with clarity and confidence. Forget the myth of the one-track life. You are allowed to evolve. In this ...

Read by the author. Drawing on Scripture, church history, and his own story, Shane Claiborne explores how a passion for social justice issues surrounding life and death--such as war, gun ownership, the death penalty, racial injustice, abortion, poverty, and the environment--intersects with our...

In this stirring follow-up to his memoir, Steve Pemberton gives practical encouragement for how you can be a "human lighthouse" for others and through these inspiring stories will renew your hope for humanity. Our polarized, divisive culture seems to be without heroes and role models. We are...

When it comes to authenticity, is being fully yourself always worth the risk? From the author of Blue Like Jazz comes New York Times bestseller Scary Close, Donald Miller's journey of uncovering the keys to a healthy relationship and discovering that they're also at the heart of building a...

In this leadership memoir, take a step backstage at Cirque du Soleil. Vice Chairman Daniel Lamarre shares his experiences leading the awe-inspiring organization, and teaches readers what it takes for anyone, regardless of position or industry, to embrace the value of creative leadership. Without...

Read by the author. What if we modeled our churches after what Jesus intended His church to look like? What if our hope for our ministries rested not on human wisdom but on God's power? Over the past few years, we've all seen how quickly circumstances can change, and many of us have experienced...

The Bible teaches that the goal of the Christian life is to become like Jesus—for our own personal growth and for the sake of others. Every believer needs to ask three big questions: What do I believe? What should I do? And who am I becoming? In Think, Act, Be Like Jesus, bestselling author...

A humorous and insightful look into what advice works, what doesn’t, and what it means to transform yourself, by the co-hosts of the popular By the Book podcast. In each episode of their podcast By the Book, Jolenta Greenberg and Kristen Meinzer take a deep dive into a different self-help book...

Stop Waiting. Start Creating. (For the Creator with Real Responsibilities.) You have a dream, but you also have bills, a career, and responsibilities you can't abandon. You're over the fluffy advice that tells you to quit your job and "find yourself." This book is for the creator with high stakes, someone who can't afford to fail, but desperately needs to build something real. It is not too late. It's time to stop waiting. This is a proven, practical guide written by a creator who started late while managing full-time commitments. It strips away the inspiration garbage and delivers honest ...

Some acts of courage never make the news, yet they are the quiet force that keeps the world steady. Quiet Valor: Everyday Americans shines a light on the men and women whose small, decisive moments hold families, communities, and entire towns together when it matters most. These are the people who rarely seek attention but whose choices create real safety, comfort, and connection in the lives around them.

Churches across the country are floundering and many pastors are deeply discouraged. They work hard and with great sincerity but their efforts don't seem to be helping their churches to flourish. Their congregations are split over political issues. Their faith is low. Finances are tight. Many...

From biblical times to contemporary history, the stories of individuals who have faced insurmountable challenges with unwavering faith are both inspiring and transformative. "The Power of One" explores these narratives, demonstrating how a single person, armed with faith and guided by God's grace, can alter the course of history. This book encapsulates the idea that God can save through many or just one person who dares to trust wholly in Him. "The power of one, if fearless, focused, and full of faith in God, can indeed change the world." The unlikeliest individuals often become potent ...

The ultimate guide to pivot with purpose, reinvent your career, and produce your best life. The career that once inspired you no longer fits your life, and a nagging voice inside tells you there’s something more. When your mind, heart, and dreams no longer align with your current path, it’s time to start your second act. Shannon Russell, a former TV producer turned entrepreneur and career/business coach, understands the fears of disrupting your carefully planned career and taking the leap into something more.

Tiny changes to transform your life We’ve all set out to change our lives with big plans, bold ideas, and brilliant ambitions. And too often those resolutions and plans have lasted for a day or two before real life swoops in and we are back to normal. Or, perhaps even more frequently, we find...

Sam and Stella are closer than most brothers and sisters. Born only minutes apart, they're both best friends and lifelong adversaries. Sam's not worried about who's living the better life. So what if his law degree isn't getting much use, his last relationship was a failure, and he spends most weekends hungover. Despite Stella's nagging mockery, Sam is happy.

Throw a pebble into a stagnant pond, and you’ll generate concentric rings of ripples cascading outward. These little ripples disturb the surface of the water in every direction and reach every extremity of the pond. This phenomenon has been called the “ripple effect,” and it clearly illustrates how one individual in a sea of people can cause a disturbance and shake up the otherwise calm complacency of his or her environment.

🌟 WHEN THE WORLD FEELS COLD, KINDNESS IS THE LIGHT THAT STILL WORKS 🌟 Ever feel like people have forgotten how to care? Like smiles are rare, and genuine connection even rarer? Kindness That Lasts reminds you that one small act, one word, one gesture, can cut through the noise and change everything. Because when you give kindness, it doesn’t just touch others… it heals something inside you too. 💡 INSIDE THIS BOOK, YOU’LL DISCOVER: 💡 ✅ Simple, heart-anchored ways to bring joy, calm, and meaning back into everyday life. ✅ How to rebuild real connection with family, ...

Have you ever admired success in others? Do you want to achieve your goals faster? We know we are not where we want to be and have not achieved our dreams. Some of us think we don’t have what it takes, and that achieving our goals is too daunting. We may have experienced painful failures in the past. This book is for everyone who struggles with self-doubt issues. It will teach you the skills, outcomes, and practices that will lead to your ultimate goal of finding your direction in life in a way that makes sense and with which you can associate.

Jen Conrad thought she knew who she was… she was wrong. Newly widowed Jen Conrad finds solace in a vodka bottle until Renee, her best friend and the mayor of San Diego, volunteers her for an artistic project. Heritage Park, a community of seven historic homes, needs a makeover, and Jen is the perfect socialite for such a fundraiser. Although Jen desires a fresh start, the grief of losing her husband, the exasperation that stems from her uppity family, and the towering bills are enough to keep her in bed forever. Not to mention a tragic event from 1969 that refuses to free its talons from ...