Free/Bargain Christian Interest, January 2014

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We point out free and bargain Christian titles to each other. Please don't post any self-published books, and please do a search before posting to avoid duplicates.

Be aware that many freebies are only free for a day, so grab them fast!

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Anyhoo...

Beth Moore has some free and discounted titles on 1 Jan 2014:

Free:

To Live Is Christ

The Beloved Disciple

When Godly People Do Ungodly Things: Finding Authentic Restoration in the Age of Seduction

Believing God

99¢:

Jesus, the One and Only

Things Pondered

in case I missed anything else free and reduced

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We point out free and bargain Christian titles to each other. Please don't post any self-published books, and please do a search before posting to avoid duplicates.

Be aware that many freebies are only free for a day, so grab them fast!

There's quite a stack of new freebies today.

First up, B&H Publishing has made a bunch of Beth Moore books available for free, but different books are free at different stores. If you get free books from Christianbook, remember to download them right away; they have a bad habit of removing download links from free books in your library when they're no longer free.

Jesus, the One and Only
B&N Christianbook

Breaking Free: Discover the Victory of Total Surrender
B&N Christianbook

To Live Is Christ
B&N Christianbook Amazon

Praying God's Word: Breaking Free from Spiritual Strongholds
B&N Christianbook

Believing God
B&N Christianbook Amazon

Feathers from My Nest: A Mother's Reflections
B&N Christianbook

A Heart like His: Intimate Reflections on the Life of David
B&N Christianbook

The Beloved Disciple: Following John to the Heart of Jesus
B&N Christianbook Amazon

Further Still
B&N Christianbook

When Godly People Do Ungodly Things: Finding Authentic Restoration in the Age of Seduction
Christianbook Amazon

Things Pondered: From the Heart of a Lesser Woman
Christianbook

Believing God Day by Day
Christianbook

Breaking Free Day by Day
Christianbook

Praying God's Word Day by Day
Christianbook

Here is the new batch of books from Baker Publishing. The weird thing is that none of these is free at Amazon at the moment. They're all published by Bethany House and Revell, though, so they should show up in one of these two lists in the next couple of days:

Bethany House books at Amazon, sorted by price
Revell books at Amazon, sorted by price

Enough: Finding More by Living with Less by Will Jr. Davis
B&N

Healthy Habits for a Fit Family by J. Ron Eaker
B&N

The Preacher's Bride (Hearts of Faith Book #1) by Jody Hedlund
B&N

Secrets to a Happy Life: Finding Satisfaction in Any Situation by Bill Giovannetti
B&N

Small Space Organizing: A Room by Room Guide to Maximizing Your Space by Kathryn Bechen
B&N

Talk of the Town (Welcome to Daily, Texas Book #1) by Lisa Wingate
B&N

Touching the Clouds (Alaskan Skies Book #1): A Novel by Bonnie Leon
B&N

Treasures of the North (Yukon Quest Series #1) by Tracie Peterson
B&N

When the Smoke Clears (Deadly Reunions Book #1): A Novel by Lynette Eason
B&N

Where Wildflowers Bloom (Sisters at Heart Book #1): A Novel by Ann Shorey
B&N

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ChristianAudio - Free Audiobook of the Month - exp 31 Jan

• ESV Hear the Word Audio Bible - narrated by David C Heath

The ESV Hear the Word is available in two different download formats. After purchasing, you can choose MP3 zip files that are encoded by chapter and foldered by book of the bible (each chapter of each book is its own MP3 file). You can also choose to download the M4B format, which is encoded in 66 individual files (downloadable in zipped folders) and offers iTunes & iOS device users the option of bookmarking and easily skipping between chapters of each book.

Now the complete ESV Bible comes alive in audio format! The new ESV Hear the Word Audio Bible provides more than 75 hours of Bible reading, for listening at home, in your car, or for loading on an MP3 player. The ESV Hear the Word Audio Bible is ideal for busy commuters, people on the go, and for the visually impaired—anyone who prefers to listen to as well as read the Bible.

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Fight: A Christian Case for Non-Violence by Preston Sprinkle
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Fight explores violence in the Bible and challenges us to live out Jesus’ call to non-violence. With prophetic relevance, New York Times bestselling author Preston Sprinkle tackles the controversy surrounding violence and grapples with surprising conclusions. Anyone who has struggled with the morality of violence will appreciate this convincing biblical guide.

Better: How Jesus Satisfies the Search for Meaning by Tim Chaddick with Craig Borlase
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“What does it take to find satisfaction? Will I ever find something in life that’s better than this?”

Most people live a life they never would have planned. The good news is that coming to the end of their expectations means they’re on the brink of great wisdom, peace, and joy. That’s what the ancient author of Ecclesiastes helps us figure out—it is quite possible to face detours and dead-ends in life and still find more satisfaction than you ever could have imagined.

Better explores the mysteries, scandalous lines, and deep truths of Ecclesiastes and applies them to life today. Better seeks to show how the questions of the heart find their answer in the person of Jesus. Here you will find a vision of life that is neither naive nor cynical, but realistic and hopeful. Because the truth is, when God answers the questions, you finally realize what is better.

Everything the Bible Says About Prayer: How do I know God hears my prayers? What should I ask for when I pray? What does God say about worshiping in prayer? How should I pray for my family? by Keith Wall
B&N

What Does the Bible Say About Prayer?

Countless books have been written about how to pray, what to pray, and when to pray. But this book includes exactly what God says about prayer, straight from his Word.

The Bible talks a lot about prayer. God reveals the elements of effective prayer and promises to hear and answer our prayers. His Word also gives many examples of prayer from his faithful followers, including David, Moses, Hannah, and more. And Jesus himself teaches us how to pray.

In this clear, concise book, all the scriptural prayers and primary references to prayer have been carefully collected and organized into useful categories. When necessary, brief explanations are provided, using insights gathered from trustworthy commentaries.

Let the Bible's timeless truths encourage you to grow closer to the Lord through prayer today.

Thriving: Trusting God for Life to the Fullest by Nancy Grisham
B&N

Jesus made believers a bold promise: life and life to the fullest. He offers us more than just barely getting by when challenges come our way. But that kind of life doesn't happen automatically.

Thriving equips you to live the abundant life. Using personal stories and biblical insights, Nancy Grisham shows you how to appropriate Jesus's promise in your own life, even in the midst of difficult circumstances. Each chapter concludes with a practical reflection and application section perfect for individual study or small group discussions.

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Preacher's Bride, The (Hearts of Faith Book #1) by Jody Hedlund

Free at Amazon

Publisher: Bethany House Publishers

In 1650s England, a young Puritan maiden is on a mission to save the baby of her newly widowed preacher--whether her assistance is wanted or not. Always ready to help those in need, Elizabeth ignores John's protests of her aid. She's even willing to risk her lone marriage prospect to help the little family.

Yet Elizabeth's new role as nanny takes a dangerous turn when John's boldness from the pulpit makes him a target of political and religious leaders. As the preacher's enemies become desperate to silence him, they draw Elizabeth into a deadly web of deception. Finding herself in more danger than she ever bargained for, she's more determined than ever to save the child--and man--she's come to love.

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Treasures of the North (Yukon Quest Book #1) by Traci Peterson

Free at Amazon

Publisher: Bethany House Publishers

Could They Fulfill Their Dreams in this Untamed Land?

Driven by desperation, Grace Hawkins must forsake the affluent comfort of her upbringing to save herself from an arranged marriage. Disillusioned by her father's insistence, she forges a daring plan to escape the sinister hand of her intended.

Peter Colton sees the Alaskan gold rush as an opportunity to establish his family's fledgling shipping business. An unexpected partnership enables him to pursue those dreams and opens the door to an aquaintance with Grace, who has purchased passage north.

Drawn together by need and circumstance, Grace and Peter form a faltering friendship. But when her deserted fiance continues to manipulate her loved ones, can she find peace in the wake of his wrath?

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Fifteen of Beth Moore's titles are currently free @ Amazon. Here's a low - high link to see if you've missed any.

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Free books:

The Way of the Wise: Simple Truths for Living Well by Kevin Leman
B&N Amazon

30 Daily Appointments with Heaven: Devotions to Bring the Hope and Joy of Heaven to Your Every Day by Reggie Anderson with Jennifer Schuchmann
B&N Amazon

Rescue Team by Candace Calvert
B&N Amazon

Runaway by Dandi Daley Mackall
B&N Amazon

What Are You Afraid Of?: Facing Down Your Fears with Faith by David Jeremiah
B&N Amazon

A Well-Worn Path by Dan Wilt
Publisher page

Shame Interrupted by Edward T. Welch
Publisher page

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John by R. C. Sproul is free at Ligonier Ministries online store as a DRM-free epub and at Amazon.

In John, the second volume in the St. Andrew’s Expositional Commentary series, Dr. Sproul deals with major themes in his easily understandable style. Readers will find invaluable insights into the goals John had in writing his Gospel, the background for Jesus’ time, and the meanings of some of John’s most difficult passages. This introduction to the Gospel of John is packed with insights and exhortations that will draw the reader closer to the Savior and encourage him or her to a greater depth of love and devotion to Him.

John presents the fruits of Dr. R.C. Sproul’s lifetime of biblical study as expressed in his most recent calling. After a long and distinguished ministry as a teacher in various settings, Dr. Sproul accepted a call in 1997 to preach at St. Andrew’s in Sanford, Florida. There, he adopted the ancient practice of preaching through books of the Bible, eventually working his way through several of them. He has now begun to adapt those sermon series in book form, and the result is the St. Andrew’s Expositional Commentary series.

I'll Cross the River by C. Hope Flinchbaugh is free at Amazon.

Lay still pretend you are dead, Young Soon told her trembling young son as she lay, bleeding, on the ground, and nestling her nursing baby closer.

How could the daily messages blaring from the loud speakers be wrong? Loyal communists believe government announcements that North Korea is the only country prospering, as the rest of the world is depressed and starving. Was it all a lie?

After reading a smuggled newspaper article about life beyond North Korea, widowed and pregnant Young Soon is determined to flee her beloved country with her son and baby to find food and safety in neighboring China...across the river.

Near the riverbank and above the guardhouse looms a great red dragon. Its tail sweeps back and forth across the river and smaller evil-looking creatures scurry beneath it. Far above the red dragon, Heaven's warriors, dressed in white, charge courageously. The dragon seems distracted, but not defeated. What's to become of Young Soon and her children?

Miles away in China, Mei Lin has a heart-pounding dream about a baby crying out to her from murky waters. Who is this baby? How will she find him?

I'll Cross the River is a true-to-life novel that depicts the incredible human tragedy occurring today inside North Korea. The prayers of many bring two families together in a story you will never forget.

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Three new freebies:

A Confident Heart: How to Stop Doubting Yourself and Live in the Security of God's Promises by Renee Swope
B&N Amazon

Have a New Husband by Friday: How to Change His Attitude, Behavior & Communication in 5 Days by Kevin Leman
B&N Amazon

The Discovery: A Novel by Dan Walsh
B&N Amazon

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Originally Posted by copyrite

Fifteen of Beth Moore's titles are currently free @ Amazon. Here's a low - high link to see if you've missed any.

In epub format available at ChristianBook.

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Thrashing About With God by Mandy Steward is free today.
Publisher page

What if Jesus didn’t die so our lives could look perfect? What if He died so we could stop feeling like our lives have to be perfect to mean something? What if we simply live out our own story, even if it doesn’t look as others say it should? Mandy Steward set out in pursuit of these what-ifs. She didn’t find answers so much as she discovered a messy grace that knows no limits and a God that was and is willing to thrash about with her no matter her questions or struggles or doubts. What she found was abundant life, but it didn’t look like she thought it was going to. It was far different, and much deeper. This is a book without “easy” answers that lets those struggling with faith and searching for more know they are not alone.

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The Lexham English Bible has been made free to download in various formats. It's apparently meant for use in lexical studies and such, but Logos began making this the default Bible version for their Bible software. They have downloads available in several formats including epub, but not mobi.

Lexham English Bible
Download page

Their licensing terms allow no-cost redistribution, so if someone wanted to convert it to a reasonable Kindle version, I think he or she could give it away. I ran kindlegen on it and the formatting is fine, but the table of contents got lost somewhere along the way.

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New freebies today:

How the Bible Came to Be (Ebook Shorts) edited by J. Daniel Hays and J. Scott Duvall
B&N Amazon

Abba Calling: Hearing From the Father's Heart Everyday of the Year by Charles Slagle
B&N

The Life Giver: "...But I Come that You Might Have Life and Have it in Abundance." John 10:10 by Joey LeTourneau
B&N Amazon

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24/6: A Prescription for a Healthier, Happier Life by Matthew Sleeth is free today.
B&N Amazon

“Remember the Sabbath and keep it holy.”

Sounds nice, but how do we find rest in a 24/7 world? Just as the Hebrews were slaves in Egypt, we have become slaves to technology. Our technological tools allow 24-hour productivity and connectivity, give us more control, and subtlety enslave us to busyness itself. Sabbath is about restraint, about intentionally not doing everything all the time just because we can. Setting aside a day of rest helps us reconnect with our Creator and find the peace of God that passes all understanding. The Sabbath is about letting go of the controls one day a week and letting God be God. So how do we do it?

In 24/6, Dr. Matthew Sleeth describes our symptoms, clarifies the signs, diagnoses the illness, and lays out a simple plan for living a healthier, more God-centered life in a digitally-dazed, always-on world. Sleeth shares how his own family was dramatically transformed when it adopted Sabbath practices and helps readers better understand how their own lives can be transformed – physically, emotionally, relationally and spiritually – by adopting the 24/6 lifestyle.