Biblical Devotion

The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook’s direct narration of a book’s text Conformed to His Image: Audio Lectures include high-quality live recordings of college-level lectures that cover the...

So many Christians, instead of accepting God’s invitation to enter His throne room, stand alone outside the door, uncertain and ashamed. Christ beckons them to His banqueting table and offers them a room in His house, but they foolishly give up the glory of the life He has offered. They come...

How does an artist accomplish such an achievement, connecting deeply with an audience never met? In this groundbreaking book, one of our culture's beloved artists offers a detailed account of her own creative process, inspirations, and unexpected connections. Patti Smith first presents an original and beautifully crafted tale of obsession - a young skater who lives for her art, a possessive collector who ruthlessly seeks his prize, a relationship forged of need both craven and exalted. She then takes us on a second journey, exploring the sources of her story.

When life becomes difficult—when we face deep disappointment, agonizing loss, or on-going pain—we set out on a search to find answers to significant questions: Why would God allow this to happen? What good could come out of this? What will it look like to trust him? In this collection of...

You have prayed. You are just not sure anyone was listening. You have knelt beside your bed and said the words. You have prayed for the job. For the healing. For the marriage. For the child. And then you got up, and nothing seemed different. So you wondered. Did I say it wrong? Is there a formula I never learned? Is God angry with me? Is something in my life blocking it? Or maybe the quieter fear, the one you have never said out loud. Maybe He heard me, and the answer was no. Here is what nobody told you. Nobody ever taught you how to pray. You were told to pray. You were told prayer is ...

Tomorrow is a word often filled with promise and hope. But during times of uncertainty, the very thought of tomorrow can be filled with fear. An unexpected turn of events can flip our lives upside down and bring us face-to-face with daunting challenges that leave us feeling anxious, inadequate...

For nineteen centuries, everyone has needed Mary to be something. A guardrail against heresy. A goddess in disguise. A silent model of feminine submission. A voice of revolution. A conquest strategy. A mother who appears on hillsides and in grottoes to the chosen few. Almost none of these claims has ever been tested against the actual evidence — until now. The Woman Everyone Needed puts every major claim about the Virgin Mary through the same rigorous cross-examination: the fifth-century council that named her Mother of God, the Immaculate Conception and the Assumption, the apparitions at...

Experience a deeper relationship with Jesus as you savor the presence of the One who understands you perfectly and loves you forever. This new edition of the beloved devotional Jesus Calling is the first to include true stories from readers and from bestselling author Sarah Young herself. With...

Find the hope and confidence you've been longing for when you learn to stop believing the lie that you're not enough. In 40 Days to Look Again, join speaker, entrepreneur, and New York Times bestselling author Tim Tebow for a 40-day devotional journey to discover that your true, infinite worth...

It’s not an activity. Nor a chore. Prayer is a way of life. Here’s how you can move beyond rituals and discover new intimacy with Jesus. Henry and Norman Blackaby’s thorough study of Jesus’ prayer life reveals astounding truths about God’s intent for prayer. By the time you turn the...

Open the Gateway to Divine Grace and Soothe the Souls in Waiting In the rich traditions of Catholic devotion, the practice of novena prayers for the holy souls in Purgatory stands as a testament to compassion and spiritual solidarity. Authored by the dedicated Fr. Dominic Ignatius, this powerful book serves as a beacon of light for those who believe in the merciful aid to the souls still journeying towards eternal peace. For generations, these prayers have provided comfort and liberation to souls departed from the world. "PRAYERS AND DEVOTIONS FOR THEHOLY SOULS IN PURGATORY" offers a deep ...

Clothes occupy more than closet space—they take up mental space too. We regularly face uncomfortable waistbands, dressing for big moments, and managing kids’ outgrown clothes. And as Christians, we have deeper questions: How much time and money should we spend? For parents and ministry...

The Rosary: Heaven's Chain of Hope How Mary's Gift Has Guided Souls to Jesus for Centuries What if one simple prayer could bring you closer to Jesus, strengthen your faith, bring peace to your family, and fill your heart with hope? For more than 800 years, the Holy Rosary has transformed lives, inspired saints, strengthened families, and comforted millions around the world. In The Rosary: Heaven's Chain of Hope, Fr. Ramon Saavedra, M.Div., BCC takes you on a life-changing journey through the history, biblical foundations, mysteries, miracles, and timeless beauty of one of the Church's ...

Do you ever sit down for your morning prayer, close your eyes, and realize your mind has instantly wandered to your grocery list and daily anxieties? You are not alone if your quiet time feels spiritually dry, repetitive, or bogged down by the heavy guilt of not knowing the "right" words to say. Millions of faithful believers feel completely lost when trying to build a Daily Prayer Habit, trapped in a cycle of reciting the same tired requests while secretly wondering if God is even listening. It is utterly exhausting to try and invent the perfect, holy-sounding prayer when your soul is ...

The hope of heaven is something every believer holds onto with fervency and imagination. But what if heaven wasn’t only about the hope you hold for a great celestial tomorrow? What if heaven could change your life today? In Heaven for Today, beloved Bible teacher, speaker, and author Jennifer...

God wired your brain for transformation. Jesus told his followers, “Go and make disciples of every nation,” but a lot of us stop before we start―because we feel like we don’t have what it takes. But Jesus didn’t ask spiritual superstars to make disciples. He invited ordinary people...

Read by the author. Breathe deeply and find rest when you exchange your anxieties for God's peace. In an uncertain world, it's not always easy to put our worries into God's hands. In Calm Moments for Anxious Days, beloved author and pastor Max Lucado weaves together biblical promises, gentle...

Discover real purpose, lasting peace, and faithful promises in God’s Word each day, with a devotional written by Rick Warren, the bestselling author of The Purpose Driven Life. Ever feel like you're just floating along, not really anchored to anything? Are you searching for purpose and peace...

Learn how to celebrate every moment in life while living enthusiastically and following your God-given passions. New York Times bestselling author Sadie Robertson invites you to reach new depths of faith and new heights of life as you discover how to live life to the fullest through 100 relevant...

“Be holy, for I am holy,” commands God to His people. But what does that look like in everyday life? Because of grace we don’t have to earn our salvation . . . but sometimes that leaves us wondering what our part in holiness should be. In this bestselling and long-esteemed resource...