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Historical scholarship, not theological agenda — Curious what Christianity looked like before a Bible, a pope, or official creeds? This 5-in-1 guide offers a clear, accessible tour of the earliest Jesus movements using contemporary historical scholarship. Unlike devotional or overly academic books, Before the Bible helps you understand how multiple “Christianities” emerged, competed, and evolved—along with the debates and human stories behind what became the world’s largest religion.

Are you seeking the unvarnished truth about the foundation of the Christian faith? In Volume 3 of the KJV vs. Catholicism series, David Michael Curtis tackles one of the most consequential theological debates in church history: the true identity of the Rock and the scriptural legitimacy of the Papal Office. Using his meticulously developed KJV Topical Bible Study Method, Curtis bypasses centuries of human tradition, councils, and complex seminary commentary to let the Word of God speak directly. Through 110 clear Summary Answers and 110 Comprehensive Answers, this volume logically audits ...

Caught between how ancient people understood divinity, which was mostly as supreme beings with large egos and hankerings for sacrificed animals, and Christ's message of God's reckless and radical love, Christianity has always sought to thread the needle between God's justice and God's love. Much of contemporary Christianity does this by believing that a heartfelt thumbs up to Jesus and his sacrifice satiates God's need for justice and opens a private door to the fullness of His love - salvation.

Lives of the Saints: For Everyday in the Year offers daily biographies of saints whose examples teach virtue, endurance, love of God, and fidelity, arranged according to the calendar to guide yearlong reflection and imitation. Rooted in the Catholic tradition of hagiography and reverent meditation, this classic has edified the faithful for over two centuries and continues to nourish prayer and spiritual growth.

Step into a meticulous, verse-by-verse examination of history and scripture with Volume 2 of the KJV vs. Catholicism series. In How Rome Filled the Jerusalem Vacuum, David Michael Curtis investigates the monumental shift in early Christianity following the destruction of the Jerusalem Temple in 70 AD. When the Levitical priesthood and daily animal sacrifices ceased, a profound power vacuum was created. This book explores how the Roman religious system rose to fill that exact void, constructing a mirror image of the abolished Jewish system by replacing the High Priest with the Pope, the ...

Parenting neurodivergent children can be as demanding as it is beautiful. This practical and faith-filled guide helps families navigate life with “outside-the-box” kids whose intensity, sensitivity, and creativity require special understanding and support. Blending research, personal experience, and Catholic wisdom, it offers concrete strategies for handling meltdowns, building social and executive functioning skills, discerning discipline from development, balancing screen time, and fostering healthy habits around sleep and food.

Timeless: A History of the Catholic Church is a fresh retelling of the history of the Church. In this easy, not-your-average history book, Steve Weidenkopf introduces you to the vivid, dynamic story of God's work in the world since Pentecost. Along the way, you will meet the weird, wonderful, and always fascinating heroes and villains of the Catholic family tree.

What is Catholicism? A two-thousand-year-old living tradition? A worldview? A way of life? A relationship? A mystery? In Catholicism, Bishop Robert Barron examines all these questions and more, seeking to capture the body, heart, and mind of the Catholic faith. Starting from the essential foundation of Jesus Christ’s Incarnation, life, and teaching, Bishop Barron moves through the defining elements of Catholicism.

How can you believe all this stuff? This is the number one question Catholics get asked - and, sometimes, we ask ourselves. Why We're Catholic assembles the clearest, friendliest, most helpful answers that Trent learned to give to people. Beginning with how we can know reality and ending with our hope of eternal life, it's the perfect way to help skeptics and seekers (or Catholics who want to firm up their faith) understand the evidence that bolsters our belief - and brings us joy.

The Bible plays a vital role in the life of the Catholic Church. In fact, we are called to immerse ourselves daily in the Scriptures. But many of us get lost when we actually dive into the Bible, and our time spent can be more frustrating than fruitful. We are listening to a collection of writings drafted by an ancient people, in an ancient culture. But Scripture is nothing less than the Living Word of God, and it is meant just as much for us as for those who lived thousands of years ago.

From one of the most beloved spiritual writers alive today, a powerful, timeless book of meditations for the Lenten season What if Lent were not primarily about self-improvement, but about real transformation through encountering God? In Wondrous Encounters, Richard Rohr invites readers into a...

In the midst of crisis, confusion, and a world at war with the Church, it's time to come home again to our spiritual father, St. Joseph. In this richly researched and lovingly presented program of consecration to St. Joseph, Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, brings to life the wonders, the power, and the ceaseless love of St. Joseph, Universal Patron of the Church and the Terror of Demons.

The early centuries of Christianity produced remarkable thinkers who devoted their lives to understanding and explaining the Christian faith. Among the most brilliant of them was Origen of Alexandria. A teacher, theologian, and tireless student of Scripture, Origen became one of the most influential Christian intellectuals of the early church. Living in a time when Christianity was still developing its theology and often facing persecution, he dedicated his life to studying the Bible and helping others understand its meaning. This book explores: • The historical context of Christianity in...

Over the past hundred years, scholars have attacked the historical truth of the Gospels and argued that they were originally anonymous and filled with contradictions. In The Case for Jesus, Brant Pitre taps into the wells of Christian scripture, history, and tradition to ask and answer a number...

As seen on EWTN, bestselling author Scott Hahn unveils the mysteries of the Mass, offering readers a deeper appreciation of the most familiar of Catholic rituals. Of all things Catholic, there is nothing that is so familiar as the Mass. With its unchanging prayers, the Mass fits Catholics like...

In this book, Catalina reveals the spiritual dimension of the Holy Mass. Beyond what the eye can see, there is a mystical celebration that the Virgin Mary unveiled to this Bolivian mystic. From the host that mystically takes on the face of Christ, to the wine that becomes the image of the crucified Jesus, the Virgin Mary reveals the marvelous design of her Son’s love for humanity, which reaches its summit in the Holy Mass. Listening to this book will transform the way you experience Mass— your participation will never be the same again.

In an age of distraction, irreverence, and widespread indifference toward the Real Presence, this urgent spiritual guide calls Catholics to return to the Heart of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist with love, reverence, and reparation. Drawing from Scripture, the saints, and the Church’s Eucharistic tradition, it explains why consoling Christ in the tabernacle is not reserved for a few but is a sacred duty for every believer. You will learn practical ways to make reparation through prayer, sacrifice, and adoration, how to receive Holy Communion with deeper purity and de

Servant of God Michelle Duppong (1984–2015) lived ordinary days with extraordinary love — and God used her short life to set hearts ablaze. After her death, letters poured in describing the many graces obtained through her intercession — most often a deep peace and trust in God’s will. Her growing reputation for holiness led Bishop David Kagan to open her cause for canonization.

In concentrated meditation, St. Teresa experienced a vision depicting the workings of the soul when one is truly seeking Christ. This vision revealed a beautiful castle, shining and brilliant, holding seven chambers within. She understood each of these chambers to represent the increasingly intimate levels of communion with God. Through peaceful and sincere prayer, one can experience this spiritual journey to complete and holy habitation in the presence of God. Through the seven stages of understanding, the soul must deny self, become humbled, and along the way, grow closer to the Lord.

With over a million copies sold, this classic work is essential reading for all who ask, “Where has my struggle led me?” Recommended reading for Hallow’s 2026 Lent Pray40 Community Prayer Challenge A chance encounter with a reproduction of Rembrandt’s The Return of the Prodigal Son...