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A story of courage, faith, and the everyday battles every young believer faces. Twelve-year-old Caleb Turner never imagined that ordinary days could hide extraordinary battles. But when strange thoughts, sudden pressures, and unexpected fears begin interrupting his week, Caleb discovers a truth his family has known all along: the Christian life is a real war, and the battlefield is often the heart and mind. In this engaging children’s novella, Marvin McKenzie brings the truths of spiritual warfare to a level young readers can understand. Through simple storytelling and relatable moments ...

God still uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. In Amazing Stories in the Bible: God Turns Ordinary Faith into Extraordinary Results, author and teacher Marvin McKenzie invites readers and teachers to rediscover ten of Scripture’s most unforgettable stories — each one revealing a God who still works powerfully through willing hearts. Written for teen Sunday school and youth Bible study, this engaging curriculum helps young believers see that faith isn’t just about knowing the Bible — it’s about living it. Across ten dynamic lessons, students will encounter real people ...

Step by Step with Jesus: A Simple Guide to Help Kids Discover God’s Plan for Their Life Do you want your child to grow up knowing how to hear God’s voice and follow Him—step by step, every single day? In today’s world, even young children face challenges to their faith. They’re pulled in so many directions—by friends, media, and their own emotions. As a parent, you want to equip them with a faith that’s strong, real, and rooted in God’s Word. That’s why Step by Step with Jesus was written—to give kids a practical, easy-to-understand guide to walking with Jesus every day....

Roots Matter A Baptist’s Interpretation of Church history Learn: The consequences of right and wrong thinking concerning church history What we believe about the beginning and development of church history dramatically influences how we behave as Christians. It also impacts the testimony we have to the world around us. The worldwide influence of the Apostles With the supernatural enabling of the Lord these twelve turned more than the Middle East upside down for Christ. It is very possible that, by the end of the first century, much of the known world at the time, including Africa, India, ...

The Rapture and Return of Jesus Christ First and Second Thessalonians In this epistle the Apostle Paul teaches us The benefit of belonging to a New Testament Church Every Christian would benefit from belonging to a local New Testament (Baptist) Church. In the worst of circumstances, the support and fellowship, the prayer and encouragement helps us through those tough times. The importance of having a good testimony Though the church in Thessalonica was a young one, and had experienced terrible persecution, it had gained a testimony throughout their region. This church serves today to teach ...

Fools, Friends, and Faith: Proverbs for Teens A Series of Sunday School Lessons for Teachers of Teens What if your Sunday School class could go beyond simply filling time and actually shape the hearts of teenagers for life? The book of Proverbs is God’s textbook on wisdom, filled with vivid character portraits that speak directly to the challenges young people face. Fools, Friends, and Faith: Proverbs for Teens equips teachers with ready-to-use lessons that apply Proverbs’ timeless truths to today’s teen struggles — peer pressure, choices, purity, diligence, pride, and the fear of ...

Discover the Joy of Winter Through the Eyes of a Lovable Lab! Larry Likes the Snow is a heartwarming children’s picture book that celebrates the beauty of winter, the thrill of discovery, and the comfort of staying close to those who love you. Written by Marvin McKenzie and inspired by real life in Republic, Washington, this gentle story follows Larry the Lab as he wakes up to a world covered in sparkling white snow. For Larry, every snowflake brings adventure—and every adventure brings a lesson worth learning. Young readers will delight as Larry bounds through fresh drifts, sniffs ...

The Spiritual Dynamics of Faithfulness to Multiple Church Services Each Week by Marvin McKenzie Are you longing for a deeper walk with Christ—but wondering why your faith feels stagnant? Many believers faithfully attend church on Sunday morning, but few have discovered the life-changing blessing of being there every time the doors are open. In today’s culture, the idea of attending Sunday school, Sunday evening, and midweek services may seem “old-fashioned.” But what if this level of commitment isn’t legalism at all—what if it’s one of the missing keys to spiritual growth, ...

Philemon is one of the shortest books of the New Testament. This small letter is one of the Prison Epistles, written by the Apostle Paul at about the same time as Ephesians and Colossians and may have been carried back to Philemon by the same person and at the same time as Colossians and Ephesians. It is also considered to be one of the purest. This study will take us through the Book of Philemon with a magnifying glass; sometimes a microscope, as we discover practical insights into Christian and especially pastoral ethics.

Hunting for Hope: Trusting God Through Trials A novel inspired by the faithful life and ministry of Pastor Kim Earhart In the rugged quiet of Montana’s wilderness, where the winters are long and the hearts of men often guarded, one preacher learns to follow God’s call the hard way. Caleb Harding was raised in the shadow of the pulpit, the son of a faithful Baptist pastor. After Bible college, he returned home to serve under his father, with every expectation—his father’s and his own—that one day, he would step into the pulpit as pastor. But when his father died suddenly, the ...

Sweet Control How Cloves Help Balance Blood Sugar Naturally Discover the power of a simple spice with a long history—cloves—and their potential to support healthy blood sugar levels. Whether you’re managing prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, or just want to maintain balanced energy, this concise guide explores the latest scientific research and practical ways to include cloves in your daily routine. Inside, you’ll learn: What blood sugar really is and why balance matters The active compounds in cloves and how they work Safe, research-backed dosages and methods of use How to track your ...

I remember when I first began to live for the Lord, Mike Riggs and I were doing a Bible study at noon on the job site, and Mike told me that I should underline the word faith each time it is used in this chapter. It is one of the most impressive chapters of all the Bible. You will notice with me that the chapter begins with the definition of faith. This is traditional Jewish literature in that the Apostle summarizes all that he plans on presenting to us in just the first few words. "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. For by it the elders ...

In Every Generation: A Baptist Ecclesiology The Baptist Church in Theological and Historical Context by Marvin McKenzie What is the church that Jesus built—and has it survived every generation? In this rigorous yet accessible theological work, Marvin McKenzie presents a compelling case for the perpetuity, authority, and exclusivity of the New Testament church as found in local, visible Baptist assemblies. Drawing from decades of ministry experience and historical research, In Every Generation offers a thorough defense of the biblical identity, structure, and mission of the church—while ...

Embark on a heartwarming journey alongside Scout, the tiny mini horse, as he navigates the challenges of trust in "Scout's Struggle with Trust: The Mini Horse's Tale." In a picturesque meadow, Scout's adventure unfolds, filled with moments of doubt and newfound courage. Join him as he forms unlikely friendships with woodland creatures, confronts his fears, and learns that trust is a path worth taking, even for the smallest of us. This enchanting children's book is a touching reminder that friendship, understanding, and self-discovery can lead to the most beautiful transformations. Perfect ...

Among enthusiastic Christians, controversy often arises. Should true Christians celebrate Christmas? First, there is the issue of the date.Some accuse the date of being pagan in origin. We do not know the exact date Jesus was born, and perhaps God didn't want us to know so we wouldn't make too much of it. "It's not the baby on the manger," they would say, "but the Saviour on the Cross that is important." Second is the issue of Santa ClausI recently heard a man say that the damnable doctrine of the Nicolaitans was the celebration of Christmas and that the name "Saint Nicolas" comes from the ...

The Pursuit of HappinessThe founders of the United States called it an unalienable right. What is happiness, or the pursuit of it? Find answers in the Bible Discover eternal truths concerning happiness, joy and a contented life. See happiness in a whole new light.The Bible sheds light on all of the most important topics of our life. Doesn’t it seem reasonable it can give you the tools to pursue real happiness? This book contains the manuscript notes of a year's sermons preached to a wonderful Baptist congregation. About The Author Marvin McKenzie was born in the Pacific Northwest and ...

I first began the series of messages that make up this book in the early 1990's. Our church's Bible Institute was doing very well but I had difficulty finding the types of materials I wanted to teach our students. There were Bible survey books available to be sure. None were the sort I was looking for, something that would give a survey rather than a lot of detail, and something that would be devotional at the same time. It was during those days I began preparing and preaching these messages. It is my prayer that the form and style of the book will be inspirational and helpful to you and ...

The book of Isaiah is considered by the Jews to be the most important of all the prophecies, not only for its volume but also for the content found within it. It was separated from the rest of the prophetical books into its own scroll. Apparently, the Lord feels like it is very important too because it is quoted directly at least sixty-six times in the New Testament and twenty of the twenty-seven New Testament writers reinforce their message by quoting Isaiah. Its value can be illustrated by a number of things. First, only Psalms contains more predictions of Christ than does Isaiah. In ...

The Hebrews Hall of Faith - Second Edition In this expanded second edition of The Hebrews Hall of Faith, Pastor Marvin McKenzie takes readers on a compelling journey through Hebrews 11, exploring the lives of Old Testament heroes whose faith in God not only changed the course of history but also set an example for believers today. Drawing upon 40 years of pastoral experience, this updated edition offers fresh insights, deeper biblical understanding, and practical applications for modern Christians. Hebrews 11, often referred to as the "Hall of Faith," highlights the stories of legendary ...

In the annals of history, there are tales of courage, sacrifice, and unwavering devotion to the cause of liberty. The Herkimer Affairs is one such story—a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Mohawk Valley and its residents during the tumultuous days of the American Revolution. Through the pages of this book, we journey back in time to a land gripped by conflict, where ordinary men and women rose to become heroes in the crucible of war. Led by the stalwart leadership of General Nicholas Herkimer, the valley's militia stood firm against the forces of oppression, their courage and ...