Most Popular Books by Tricia Goyer

Capture the heart of every group member with this indispensable, interactive book. Make the most of your time together with to-the-point readings, discussion starters, creative activities, and application steps that bring the Lead Your Family Like Jesus experience home. Start your session with a "Grand Opening" that builds community and focuses your group''s attention on an aspect of family leadership. A "Watch This " step follows the DVD segment with questions that get parents thinking and talking--and getting biblical input. "So What?" connects principles to practice, helping teams or individuals come up with action plans for applying the insights at home. "Your Turn" wraps things up with motivation for the week ahead. Blending the hard-won advice of veteran parents Ken Blanchard, Phil Hodges, and Tricia Goyer with your own group''s dynamics, the Participant''s Guide makes it all personal. It''s the perfect complement to the DVD--and the perfect tool for imperfect parents who want to grow.

For reasons beyond her control, Sophie finds herself alone in the war-torn Spanish countryside. What was once a thriving paradise has become a battleground for fascist soldiers and Spanish patriots. It doesnâ⿬⿢t take long for Sophie to realize just how far from home she really is. Caught in the middle of what is quickly becoming a bloody battleground, she receives tragic news, but remaining in Spain is her only option. The route to safety is blocked and fighting surrounds her. On her darkest night, Sophie takes refuge with a brigade of international compatriots. It is among these volunteers, through the use of her fiancÿ©s camera and her art, that she pledges to make the plight of the Spanish people known around the world.

Three complete novels from Tricia Goyer are now available in a low-priced, one-volume e-collection! Every year, 30–40 young Amish men descend on the cozy little town of West Kootenai, Montana, arriving in the spring to live there for six months and receive “resident” status for the hunting season in the fall. They arrive as bachelors but go home with brides! The Memory Jar Sarah Shelter has lived in West Kootenai for the last ten years and wonders if she will ever fall in love. Since the tragic death of her best friend, she carries her memories in a jar along with the small items connected to them. Now she’s met a kind and gentle man who may be able to break down the wall. But can Sarah risk her heart to finally achieve her dreams? The Promise Box Lydia Wyse, a book editor from Seattle who grew up Amish, returns to the small community of West Kootenai to give comfort to her father after her mother’s death. She is drawn back to the familiar Amish ways after finding her mother’s most precious possession, a Promise Box of prayers and Scripture. What her publisher sees, though, is an opportunity for a sensational “tell-all” book about the Amish. Lydia soon finds herself falling in love with Amish bachelor Gideon Hooley. She wants nothing more than to forget her past and look forward to a future as an Amish bride. But will the pain of her childhood--and her potential betrayal of her community--keep her from committing her whole heart? The Kissing Bridge Rebecca had always strayed a little outside the fold, but nothing could have prepared her family for what she is about to do: abandon the community to attend nursing school. When she stops in West Kootenai, Rebecca finds a lot more in Montana than she had bargained for--namely a handsome working man named Caleb Hooley, who is at a crossroads of his own. A daredevil bachelor with high standards, he has decided he’ll never find an Amish woman who can quench his thirst for adventure. Until the arrival of the pretty Amish girl, fleeing her community in secret. But can this runaway find love with a risk-taker who has lost his faith in God?

Battles heat up... not only those being waged by the soldiers on both sides fighting for Spain, but in the hearts and minds of the men and women who must sacrifice more than their dreams in order to save the lives of their loved ones. In this meticulously researched novel, brave and idealistic Sophie, Philip, Josÿ©, and Deion realize their only hope for freedom is escaping Spain''s borders. By continuing the story of this band of volunteers during the Spanish Civil War, A Whisper of Freedom proves that courage and commitment don''t always result in outward victory. But there are whispers of hope and freedom that resonate through even the darkest night.

Let the simplicity of the Amish draw you closer to God. In this instantly connected world, it''s surprisingly easy to lose our connection to God. What''s admirable about the Amish lifestyle is that it intentionally slows the pace of life so there''s an opportunity to see the everyday grandeur of our great God. Not everyone can--or should--adopt an Amish lifestyle. But the Amish can inspire all of us to slow down and simplify our lives. We need to learn to let go of our glittering gadgets in order to grab hold of something of infinitely greater value--the Divine. The One Year Book of Amish Peace will inspire you to set a sustainable pace of life so that you, too, can take the time to enjoy God''s gifts each and every day.

This set includes all three books of the Chronicles of the Spanish Civil War series: A Valley of Betrayal, A Shadow of Treason, and A Whisper of Freedom. In A Valley of Betrayal, Sophie finds herself alone in the war-torn Spanish countryside for reasons beyond her control. What was once a thriving paradise has become a battleground for fascist soldiers and Spanish patriots. It doesn''t take long for Sophie to realize just how far from home she really is. Caught in the middle of what is quickly becoming a bloody battleground, she receives tragic news, but remaining in Spain is her only option. The route to safety is blocked and fighting surrounds her. On her darkest night, Sophie takes refuge with a brigade of international compatriots. It is among these volunteers, through the use of her fiance''s camera and her art, that she pledges to make the plight of the Spanish people known around the world. In A Shadow of Treason, Sophie discovers that nothing is as she first imagined. When Walt, the reporter who helped her over the border, shows up again after Guernica is bombed, Sophie is given an impossible mission. She must leave behind the man she''s fallen in love with and return to the person who betrayed her. Another layer of the war in Spain is revealed as Sophie is drawn into the international espionage schemes that could turn the tide of the war and help protect the soldiers from the International Brigade...she must find a way to get a critical peice of information to Walt in time. In A Whisper of Freedom, battles heat up... not only those being waged by the soldiers on both sides fighting for Spain, but in the hearts and minds of the men and women who must sacrifice more than their dreams in order to save the lives of their loved ones. In this meticulously researched novel, brave and idealistic Sophie, Philip, Jose, and Deion realize their only hope for freedom is escaping Spain''s borders. By continuing the story of this band of volunteers during the Spanish Civil War, A Whisper of Freedom proves that courage and commitment don''t always result in outward victory. But there are whispers of hope and freedom that resonate through even the darkest night.

Siblings forge new paths and find love in three stories filled with the wonder of Christmas. Turn back the clock to a different time, listen to Bing Crosby sing of sleigh bells in the snow, as the realities of America’s involvement in the Second World War change the lives of the Turner family in Lafayette, Indiana. In Cara Putman’s White Christmas, Abigail Turner is holding down the Home Front as a college student and a part-time employee at a one-of-a-kind candy shop. Loss of a beau to the war has Abigail skittish about romantic entanglements—until a hard-working young man with a serious problem needs her help. Abigail’s brother Pete is a fighter pilot hero returned from the European Theater in Sarah Sundin’s I’ll Be Home for Christmas, trying to recapture the hope and peace his time at war has eroded. But when he encounters a precocious little girl in need of Pete’s friendship, can he convince her widowed mother that he’s no longer the bully she once knew? In Tricia Goyer’s Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Meredith Turner, “Merry” to those who know her best, is using her skills as a combat nurse on the frontline in the Netherlands. Halfway around the world from home, Merry never expects to face her deepest betrayal head on, but that’s precisely what God has in mind to redeem her broken heart. The Turner family believes in God’s providence during such a tumultuous time. Can they absorb the miracle of Christ’s birth and His plan for a future?

Your family’s gathered around the table. What’s on the menu? Cold stares? Stale prayers? The same old leftover questions about “what happened at school today”? Next time you sit down to eat, enjoy some spiritual food too! Get everyone talking—and learning—with the nourishment of Whit’s End Mealtime Devotions! Encourage quality family time and pass on a strong spiritual heritage with these 90 devotions created to engage children in fun, lively, productive dialogue.

Slammed doors. Hurting hearts. Tricia Goyer knows what it’s like to parent children with chronic anger. In Calming Angry Kids, Goyer draws on her own experience to help readers understand what’s going on in a child’s brain focus on relationship over rules teach a child how to handle frustrations without outbursts control how they express their own anger establish a standard of respect in the home Including reflection questions and action steps at the end of each chapter, Calming Angry Kids shows weary parents that peace in their home is within reach.

Bestselling author Robin Jones Gunn teams up with author and teen advocate Tricia Goyer on a devotional for young single women to help them establish God-honoring thinking and beliefs that will lay a firm foundation for their future marriage. Movies, television, and novels feature glamorous portrayals of dating and marriage, giving us unrealistic expectations of what true love looks like. A beautiful counterpoint to those dreamy fantasies, Before You Meet Your Future Husband focuses on three areas you, as a young woman, need to address in preparing for marriage: • your heart—nurturing a place where healthy love can grow • your head—realigning your thoughts with biblical truth • your hands—learning to make the most of your God-given potential This uplifting, interactive devotional helps you approach dating from a place of peace and strength, whether you’re in a relationship now or simply hope to be married one day. With a focus on your own transformation, Before You Meet Your Future Husband offers biblical guidance, real-life stories, thought-provoking questions, and intentional prayers to help you prepare now for the future God has in store for you. Discover the freedom and contentment that come from preparing for a God-honoring, life-giving relationship.

Aged eight, Thomas Graumann excitedly boarded a train in Prague, Czechoslovakia, to embark on what he believed was a three-month holiday. "Go to Britain, learn English, and when the Germans leave, you can come home again," his mother assured him. Thomas carried two suitcases and a bag of food. At the time he knew his country had been taken over by the Germans and now was under Nazi control. That was the last he would see of his mother and most of his Jewish family, who died in concentration camps. He had also never heard of Nicholas Winton, the hero who saved 669 children (Thomas was one of the last, #652), transporting them from Czechoslovakia to the UK to save their lives. This was Thomas'' first rescue, aboard what became known as the Kindertransport. His second came a year later when an evangelist from the Scottish village he was taken to for safety shared the good news of Jesus Christ with him. Saying a prayer on bent knee, Thomas'' soul was rescued, and he soon dedicated himself to missionary service, which he fulfilled as an adult in the Philippines, eventually moving to the U.S. But his missionary zeal returned after the fall of Communism - and the return of his grandmother''s property to his family. Both actions ushered in a way for him to return to the Czech Republic. The former rescued child was now free to travel throughout his homeland, speaking in schools of how he was rescued... not once, but twice.

Dive into the depths of the ocean and embark on a faith and science adventure through five fact-packed short stories of marine life for ages 8 to 12. From the sun-soaked tidepools of Hawaii to the wide expanse of the Atlantic waters, discover the wonders awaiting you in the ocean realm. Meet Astrid, the vibrant multi-colored sea star, Maximus, a powerful peacock mantis shrimp, Dexter, a clever mimic octopus, Wendell a massive humpback whale, and Luna, a mysterious deep-sea anglerfish. Journey through their realistic, captivating tales in five short stories where readers explore each ocean creature''s life cycle, habits, and environment. Plus, enjoy fascinating scientific truths about God''s incredible underwater world! Features include: Stunning, full-color interior artwork on every page. Five realistic stories of sea creatures life and life cycle. Ocean Notions--brief science facts explaining each creature''s habitat, body, or abilities. Undersea Understanding--short section highlighting God''s intentional design for creation Deep-Sea Dive--A one-page life application that emphasizes the spiritual truths or faith theme highlighted in the creature''s story. Includes "Going Deeper" reflection questions. An illustrated table of contents depicting each creature at its ocean depth.

Goyer and Yorkey, both award-winning authors, collaborate for the first time in this thrilling World War II-era novel filled with suspense and a hint of romance.

It is August 1944 and Paris is on the cusp of liberation. As the soldiers of the Third Reich flee the Allied advance, they ravage the country, stealing countless pieces of art. Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring will stop at nothing to claim the most valuable one of all, the Mona Lisa, as a post-war bargaining chip to get him to South America. Can Swiss OSS agents Gabi Mueller and Eric Hofstadler rescue DaVinci''s masterpiece before it falls into German hands? With nonstop action, Chasing Mona Lisa is sure to get readers'' adrenaline pumping as they join the chase to save the most famous painting in the world. From war-ravaged Paris to a posh country chateau, the race is on--and the runners are playing for keeps. TRICIA GOYER is author of more than 75 books. This USA Today best-selling author has also won two Carol Awards and a Retailer''s Best Award. She was also an ECPA Gold Medallion and a Christy Award Finalist. She has spoken at events such as MomCon and Teach Them Diligently conferences and is host of the podcast, Walk It Out. A homeschooling mom of ten, Tricia is also a grandmother of twelve and wife to John.MIKE YORKEY is a veteran author or coauthor of more than one hundred books, including The Shot Caller (with Casey Diaz), What Belief Can Do (with Ron Archer), and the internationally bestselling Every Man''s Battle series (with Steve Arterburn and Fred Stoeker).

Julia Cavanaugh has never left New York. But in 1889, the young woman rides the orphan train west to deliver the girls in her care to new families. After Julia''s final stop in Montana, she plans to kick the dust off her heels and head straight back east. But upon arriving in the remote town of Lonesome Prairie, she learns to her horror that she is also supposed to be delivered-into the hands of an uncouth miner who carries a bill of purchase for his new "bride." Julia turns to a respected circuit preacher to protect her from the marriage, but with no return fare, no home, and few friends, her options are bleak. What is God''s plan for a lonely woman stranded in the middle of the vast Montana prairie?

Many businesses along Sugarcreek''s Main Street have reported incidents of theft! With the safety of her gift shop''s inventory at stake, Cheryl is motivated to get to the bottom of these crimes.

Have you ever wanted to read through the Bible but found yourself giving up? Or even worse, you read the chapters and at the end question how they apply to your life.Tricia Goyer understands. For years she felt frustrated that she couldn''t stick to her commitment to read God''s Word all the way through. Things changed when she found a doable plan and wrote out a daily prayer. Tricia''s heart changed. Her life did, too. God can bring real transformation into your heart and life when you daily commit to reading your Bible and praying through God''s Word. Praying through the Bible in One Year offers a guided reading plan and a daily prayer starter to help you make God''s Word applicable to your life. Discover the inspiration for real life transformation.

Do you long to homeschool with joy, simplicity, & success? Tried-and-true homeschool advice! Veteran homeschool moms Tricia Goyer and Kristi Clover dish out practical help on getting started and staying the course. Homeschool Basics will remind you that the best homeschooling starts with the heart. Packed with ideas to help you push aside your fears and raise kids who will grow to be life-long learners. Tricia and Kristi believe that homeschooling can transform your life, your home, and your family. Mostly, they believe homeschooling can truly prepare your children for the life God''s called them to live. Homeschool Basics covers the "basics" and so much more... Top 10 tips for a successful first year Getting beyond your fears Homeschooling with multiple children -- even little ones Strategies for when you feel overwhelmed or behind Planning your year with confidence Keeping your sanity with homeschooling and housekeeping Don''t let doubts hold you back any longer. Hope & refreshment await.

Twee Amerikaanse verslaggevers worden aan het eind van de Tweede Wereldoorlog naar Europa gestuurd om verslag te doen van het oorlogsfront.

How can a work-at-home mom raise kids, juggle a career and take care of family responsibilities with only 24-hour days? Working at home while raising kids and juggling a career and family responsibilities is no easy feat. Author and homeschooling mom Tricia Goyer shares her tips for finding balance among all your many hats as a mom. Balancing is a process and a journey, one that Tricia herself has yet to perfect. But between writing more than forty books, raising and homeschooling six kids, being a wife, and being active in her community, she has amassed valuable tips she shares in "Balanced." The book includes tips on: -how to create focus themes for your family-how to prioritize your schedule-how to utilize your job so it also benefits your kids-how to keep yourself out of the comparison game-how to make working at home work for you-and much more!

Manchmal wächst einer Mutter alles über den Kopf, das merkt auch Allyson. Höchste Zeit für einen Mädelsabend! Mit High Heels, gutem Essen und - ohne Kinder. Um diese sollen sich die Ehemänner kümmern und die drei Mütter starten ihre "Mum''s Night Out". Was sollte auch schon schiefgehen? Im Nu kommt es zur Katastrophe: ein Baby verschwindet in einem Tatoostudio, ein Auto wird geklaut, und alle landen im Knast, bevor sie zusammen mit einer Bikergang durch die Nacht rasen. Der Roman zum wahrscheinlich witzigsten Film des Jahres!

Saam met Phil Hodges en Tricia Goyer wys Ken Blanchard in ’N GESIN NA GOD SE HART hoe elke gesin daarby baat as ouers as dienende leiers die voortou neem. Die boek bevat 12 praktiese riglyne wat verdeel is in 4 dele: • Die hart fokus op temas soos nederigheid • Die kop kyk onder andere na die gesin se visie • Die hande wys hoe om kinders te help om suksesvol te wees en hoe om gehoorsaamheid te inspireer • Die gewoontes wys gesinne hoe belangrik dit is om tyd saam met God deur te bring ’N GESIN NA GOD SE HART is vol praktiese raad en persoonlike stories wat lesers sal lei na ’n Christus-gesentreerde gesin waar integriteit, liefde, selfopofferings en vergifnis die wêreld se verskil maak.

Een Amerikaanse piloot en vlieginstructrice worden verliefd op elkaar als zij in de zomer van 1941 gestationeerd zijn op Hawaii. De aanval op Pearl Harbor leidt tot een jarenlange scheiding.

Goyer commemorates the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the "Titanic" witha powerful story of love, forgiveness, and sacrifice.

Augustus, 1944. Parijs kan elk moment worden bevrijd. De Duitse soldaten slaan op de vlucht voor de geallieerden, maar laten een spoor van vernieling achter en stelen ontelbare kunstwerken. Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring weet van geen ophouden en wil de meest waardevolle van allemaal - de Mona Lisa - in handen krijgen. Gelukkig worden er twee toegewijde bewakers aangesteld om de dame met de mysterieuze glimlach te bewaken: de Zwitserse agenten Gabi Mueller en Eric Hofstadler. Maar de tijd tikt meedogenloos door. Kunnen zij Da Vinci''s meesterwerk redden voordat het in Duitse handen valt?

Gardens are a place to rest, to draw near, and to heal. These four stories tell of gardens of flowers, of hidden secrets ... and of love.

The Second World War has stolen Rosalie''s fiancé from her. But rather than wallow, Rosalie throws herself into her work at the Boeing plant in Victory Heights, shooting rivets into the B-17 bombers that will destroy the enemy. A local reporter dubs her "Seattle''s Own Rosie the Riveter," and her story lends inspiration to women across the country. While Rosalie''s strong arms can bear the weight of this new responsibility, her heart cannot handle the intense feelings that begin to surface for Kenny, the handsome reporter. Fear of a second heartbreak is a powerful opponent--but will it claim victory over love?

A prayer journal to enjoy together today and cherish for a lifetime. Designed by Tricia Goyer, best-selling author and mom of ten. God listens to prayers. This journal has a color cover and black and white interior. Prayer is something important for kids to learn, and Tricia Goyer encourages mommies and kids to pray together. This prayer journal teaches kids how to pray. Each day in this journal has a place for dads to write their prayers and for a kids to write (or draw!) theirs. Scripture passages are also included as prayer prompts. From the journal: You can talk to God in whispers. You can also talk to Him in shouts. "Thank you, God!" And, guess what? You can write your prayers. When you write them, you keep a record. You can see what you were happy and sad about. You can also see how God answered. That''s what this book is for. This book is for you to write (or draw!) your prayers. Your daddy can help you. And then when you are older you can look back and see what was most important on your heart.

Do you want to help young moms, but you don''t know how? Tricia Goyer created this handbook as a companion to "Teen Mom: You''re Stronger Than You Think" to give parents, family, mentors, and church leaders a resource to help the teen mom in their lives. In this handbook Tricia shares more about the love of some important women during her pregnancy--women who pointed her to Christ. Filled with practical tips and thought-provoking questions, this handbook will help you in your service to teen moms. Remember when you reach out to a teen mom, you''re getting a two-for-one. You''re not only forever impacting a mom . . . you''re positively impacting her child too!Page 3-Chapter 1: Background to Teen Mom: An Unexpected LifePage 5-Chapter 2: Someone Needs to Hear: Will You Tell Her?Page 8-Chapter 3: How to Start a MOPS GroupPage 10-Chapter 4: 5 Practical Steps to Running a Teen MOPS GroupPage 12-Chapter 5: Finding Friendship at MOPS: You''ll be Blessed, TooPage 14-Chapter 6: Why Does Mentoring Matter? A Lesson from MaryPage 16-Chapter 7: Teaching Teen Moms about Sexual PurityPage 18-Chapter 8: The ABCs of Supporting Young MomsPage 22-Chapter 9: Easy Ways to Reach Out to a Single MomPage 24-Chapter 10: Make an Impact Today: Follow Your PassionPage 26-Lessons for Teen Moms to RememberPage 27-Lesson #1: Make Good ChoicesPage 28-Lesson #2: You are More Than a StatisticPage 30-Lesson #3: God Isn''t Punishing You for Your PastPage 32-Lesson #4: Finding True LovePage 34-Lesson #5: 23 Ways to Be a Good ParentPage 36-50-Bonus Materials

A prayer journal to enjoy together today and cherish for a lifetime. Designed by Tricia Goyer, best-selling author and mom of ten. God listens to prayers. This journal has a color cover and black and white interior. Prayer is something important for kids to learn, and Tricia Goyer encourages adults and kids to pray together. This prayer journal teaches kids how to pray. Each day in this journal has a place for a caring adult to write their prayers and for a kids to write (or draw!) theirs. Scripture passages are also included as prayer prompts. From the journal: You can talk to God in whispers. You can also talk to Him in shouts. "Thank you, God!" And, guess what? You can write your prayers. When you write them, you keep a record. You can see what you were happy and sad about. You can also see how God answered. That''s what this book is for. This book is for you to write (or draw!) your prayers. And then when you are older you can look back and see what was most important on your heart.

Tricia Goyer tells the little-known, but true story of the orchestra started by prisoners in Hitler''s Mauthausen death camp. This courageous orchestra played the American national anthem as Allied troops arrived to liberate the camps. Around the orchestra story, Tricia weaves the fictional stories of a beautiful member of the Austrian resistance, the American GI who loves her, and a young prisoner who fakes his way into the camp orchestra in a desperate attempt to stay alive.