A stunning new comic book version of the Bible now given the superhero treatment by the team behind The Lion Graphic Bible and The Manga Bible

The story of the Bible is a unique tale of origins and cosmic powers; of the ageless battle between good and evil; of human potential and human treachery; and of a Messiah–a savior for the world. This is indeed the stuff that graphic novels are made of. Superheroes are the biggest comic genre of all, with many heroes having their origins in biblical characterization and imagery. This is the first Bible retelling to engage with and challenge the superhero genre.

The Lion Comic Book Hero Bible is a dynamic expression of the Bible’s depth and power, produced in the style of Marvel™ Comics. You’ve heard of Spiderman, Superman, and Wonder Woman. Now meet Earthman, Lawman, Warrior Man, and many others. With dynamic illustration using a range of styles, Siku (Old Testament) and Jeff Anderson (New Testament) bring the Bible stories alive for a new and graphically sophisticated generation. – See more at: http://www.kregel.com/siku-richard-thomas/the-lion-comic-book-hero-bible-2/#sthash.xiDBBwn9.dpuf

Our Review:

We were so excited to see this publication. I was confident that my children and religious education students would gravitate toward the publication immediately. I was right! My 9 year old son grabbed it as soon as I opened the package. He was eager to get into the text! He is a graphic novel fan and a comic fan so this Bible was right up his alley. As for my students … this worked as a great supplemental Bible when they are working on activities. They love to look up characters and their stories within the Hero Bible.

Overall this is a great publication. The pictures are vivid and exciting and it presents the le in such a great new way! Do not miss out on this new publication.

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Our Review:

Through the Influence Central campaign we were privileged to review water wipes in two sizes… a 240 count package and a 540 count package. The 240 count package was a soft sided multi-pack that  contained 4 sleeves of 60 wipes each. The 540 count package was a box that contained 9 sleeves of 60 wipes each. Both were of quailty product and good at a bulk discount. However I liked the option of a box of wipes more because the box was easier to store and contained more wipes. But however you purchase them they are still a great value for the premium product!

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Before I had kids I always said I would never ever be the soccer mom driving a mini van. I would always want an SUV rather than a minivan.  Well, after I had kids I got smart and starting looking at minivans. Once you drive a van with kids, you’ll never go back!  I had the opportunity to drive around a Kia Sedona SX-L for a week, and boy was I the envy of all of the other moms!

The Kia Sedona had every single bell and whistle you can imagine to make life easier!  I was amazed at how roomy it was on the inside. I felt like I could fit 20 kids on there.  The seats folded down in the back and I had lots of room to fit all of our luggage, and even a dresser!

The leather seats were so comfortable and easy to clean!  Dual sunroofs made it fun and airy for the kids.  I was disappointed when I didn’t see a DVD player hanging from the ceiling, and then I realized it pops up from the center console. How nice that I no longer had a blind spot when my kids wanted to watch a movie.

The navigation was very user friendly and all of the climate controls were easy to control.  My favorite part was the heated seats and heated steering wheel. My husband liked that he could make his seats cold.  It was nice to have both options.  The Sedona drove very smooth.  I found myself speeding quite often it rode so nice.

The absolute best part of the entire vehicle, though, were the back up cameras.  I literally did not have to even look behind me when I was going in reverse.  The cameras showed me every single angle imaginable and even alerted me when I car or pedestrian was entering my zone.  It was absolutely unbelievable and I felt so safe.  I am a terrible parallel parker, but with this feature I was able to do it the first time!

The Kia Sedona has great gas mileage and an amazing 10 year/100,000 mile limited powertrain warranty.  If you are looking for a new family car, you most definitely need to take a Kia Sedona SX-L for a ride. You will not be disappointed!

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About the book:

Ten-year-old Pearl Spence is a daydreamer, playing make-believe to escape life in Oklahoma’s Dust Bowl in 1935. The Spences have their share of misfortune, but as the sheriff’s family, they’ve got more than most in this dry, desolate place. They’re who the town turns to when there’s a crisis or a need–and during these desperate times, there are plenty of both, even if half the town stands empty as people have packed up and moved on.

Pearl is proud of her loving, strong family, though she often wearies of tracking down her mentally impaired older sister or wrestling with her grandmother’s unshakable belief in a God who Pearl just isn’t sure she likes.

Then a mysterious man bent on revenge tramps into her town of Red River. Eddie is dangerous and he seems fixated on Pearl. When he reveals why he’s really there and shares a shocking secret involving the whole town, dust won’t be the only thing darkening Pearl’s world.

While the tone is suspenseful and often poignant, the subtle humor of Pearl’s voice keeps A Cup of Dust from becoming heavy-handed. Finkbeiner deftly paints a story of a family unit coming together despite fractures of distress threatening to pull them apart.

Our Review:

This is another winner in our book! What a great Story! I always love Historical fiction especially when it resonates on a spiritual level! The author has molded the characters so wonderfully that the reader is able to immerse themselves into their lives and it is as the reader is part of the living history! Take time time out of your schedule to pick up this book you will not be sorry it is an A+!

Visit the kregel catalog to find out more about this book and other Kregel offerings!

http://www.kregel.com/fiction/a-cup-of-dust/

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Positive and life-affirming stories for church leaders

These 52 loosely related fictional stories about the large themes of life, nature, and faith follow the liturgical year and are an ideal resource for public worship.

Sid and Rosie are an older married couple with several children and grandchildren. Through a series of short, engaging narratives, we learn about their faith, their feelings for one another, their hopes and dreams, and their perception of how God speaks to them through the events of their lives.

Each story stands on its own; their sequence follows the rhythm of the church’s year from Advent through Christmas, Easter, Pentecost, and Harvest Thanksgiving. With an open tone of wonder and reflection, author Penelope Wilcock explores the ordinary and extraordinary topics of daily life: falling in love, marriage, birth, education, illness, farming, adversity, hospitality, homemaking, and work.

This beautiful large-format paperback is suitable for personal reflection or as a refreshing resource for church and small group discussions.

Permission to photocopy is included. – See more at: http://www.kregel.com/ministry/52-original-wisdom-stories/#sthash.QIaGyFmZ.dpuf

Our Review:

This was a life-affirming piece of work! i loved every story included in this work. The author really out did her self when compiling just the right stories. Every story does stand on its own so it can be reproduced and used for study groups or get togethers or even group meetings! I simply adored everything about this book! the plus is that permission to photocopy is included so no worries about copying for your group or friends!

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“This post was sponsored by WaterWipes as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.”

Features of WaterWipes:
WaterWipes, a premium European brand, is a chemical free baby wipe that contains only two ingredients, 99.9% purified water and 0.1% grapefruit seed extract.

Both durable and effective without containing any harmful chemicals. WaterWipes proves a safer, natural option for your little one.

Have trouble with diaper rashes? Switch to WaterWipes.

About WaterWipes
WaterWipes are chemical free – this means they don’t contain preservatives. The package will keep for up to 15 months before it is opened. Once you open your WaterWipes package, we recommend that you use the pack within 1 month.
Unlike some other wipe brands, WaterWipes are not interfolded. This allows for the sterile environment within the package to be maintained. For the same reason, we recommend that you do not relocate the wipes in an alternate container.

Our Review:

Through the Influence Central campaign we were privileged to shop at our local Meijer store and purchase this quality wipe! Meijer is an awesome store and we are so glad that they are now carrying the WATERWIPES brand. meijer has a great selection of baby/ children products. We were so glad to easily find water wipes on their shelves at a great price!

WaterWipes are chemical free and we love this feature. We have had issues in the past with other brand wipes burning the skin of our children and causing rashes. We even had such an extreme experience that our daughter had to be under doctors care for severe chemical burns due to the wipe ingredients. WATERWIPES takes care of any chemical issue because they are CHEMICAL FREE! We love to use them… we can also use them easily on the hands and faces of all of our children without worrying of any repercussions from the ingredients or causing rashes. This is such a great product! I cannot advocate for this wipe enough! We are in love and will continue to purchase this new brand!

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A companion prayer book to 99 Stories from the Bible with delightful illustrations in a strong vibrant style and prayers for all occasions. The prayers are a combination of traditional and modern and provide an introduction to family prayer time with young children, bringing talking to God to life in the heart of every child. – See more at: http://www.kregel.com/childrens-prayers/99-prayers-for-children/#sthash.Y6rlCZMc.dpuf

Our Review:

Even though we do not own the companion book 99 Stories from the Bible… this book stands on its own! What a great reference for children’s prayer. I love using this text in my religious education classes to facilitate prayer and understanding with my students. My own children also love the prayers within. This is a wonderful book not to be passed by!

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