Audra Jennings

Help your family learn to build a first line of defense against sexual abuse with Justin and Lindsey Holcomb’s new book,  God Made All of Me .  Their simple and relatable story, designed to help children protect their bodies, will be an important resource for every family with young children. It equips parents to talk with both boys and girls about their bodies and to help them understand the difference between the appropriate and inappropriate touch of others. {MORE ABOUT  GOD MADE ALL OF ME } (New Growth Press, September 2015) “God made every part of you!” It’s easy to convey the message to children that their bodies—or particular parts of their bodies—are shameful. This misconception fuels confusion, embarrassment, and secrecy, and often prevents children from recognizing or reporting sexual abuse. God Made All of Me  is a simply-told, beautifully-illustrated story to help families talk about these sensitive issues with two- to eight-yea...

Imagine being held captive for seventy years without aging a day, only to escape into modern-day 2015. Meet WWII hero Roger Greene in Rick Barry’s  The Methuselah Project .  Katherine Mueller—crack shot, genius, and real Southern Belle—offers to help him find his way home. Can he convince her of the truth of his crazy story? Can he continue to trust her when he finds out she works for the very organization he’s trying to flee? {MORE ABOUT  THE METHUSELAH PROJECT } (Kregel, September 2015) Nazi scientists started many experiments. One never ended. Roger Greene is a war hero. Raised in an orphanage, the only birthright he knows is the feeling that he was born to fly. Flying against the Axis Powers in World War II is everything he always dreamed—until the day he’s shot down and lands in the hands of the enemy. When Allied bombs destroy both his prison and the mad genius experimenting on POWs, Roger survives. Within hours, his wounds miraculously heal, tha...

An interview with Sarah Sundin, Author of Through Waters Deep With the first book in her new Waves of Freedom series, Through Waters Deep (Revell/August 4, 2015/ISBN: 978-0800723422 /$14.99) , Sarah Sundin transports readers back to the 1940s — a fascinating time when ordinary men learned they could do extraordinary things, and women explored new roles while still remaining ladies. It’s an era Sundin enjoys living in while she weaves her stories. “When we read of how people in the 1940s prevailed in times of uncertainty, fear and danger, it gives us hope we can prevail today, no matter what we face,” Sundin explains. Described by Booklist as “an optimal hybrid of 1940s crime and romance,” Through Waters Deep takes readers through the tense months right before the U.S. entered World War II. There they’ll encounter German U-boats and torpedoes, along with the explosive power of true love. Q: Through Waters Deep is the first book in your new Waves of Freedom series. W...

Lord’s Army I may never march in the infantry, Ride in the cavalry, Shoot the artillery. I may never fly o’er the enemy, But I’m in the Lord’s Army! Yes, sir! I’m in the Lord’s Army! Yes, sir! I’m in the Lord’s Army! Yes, sir! I may never march in the infantry, Ride in the cavalry, Shoot the artillery. I may never fly o’er the enemy, But I’m in the Lord’s Army! Yes, sir!

This week, The Crafty Dad and Daughter  (and mom and niece) are at the Wisteria Street Market in Mansfield.

It's off to go do a set-up for a show this weekend. I'll be so glad when Hobby Lobby opens in two weeks in Waxahachie so it won't be so inconvenient to make a trip when I need something specific. I had to take off work early today to go make a stop before set-up. Most of what was done this week was replacements for what I already sold, but I did get these finished, and need to complete orders in the coming week. Then, it's more stock for the huge shows coming up. Busy! Busy! Busy!

Teach your child the Lord’s Prayer in a practical but fun way with the new children’s book from Catherine DeVries,  Let’s Learn about the Lord’s Prayer .   Preschoolers are invited on a playdate with Emma. Together they learn the Lord’s Prayer and practice “teaching” it to Emma’s favorite teddy bear. The entire Lord’s Prayer is included, along with a custom song (free download with access code). {MORE ABOUT  LET’S LEARN ABOUT THE LORD’S PRAYER } (David C. Cook, September 2015) In this first book of the HeartSmart series, preschoolers are invited on a playdate with Emma. Together they learn the Lord’s Prayer and practice “teaching” it to Emma’s favorite teddy bear. Introducing HeartSmart, a Scripture memory series designed to create opportunities for children to fill their heart with God’s Word. HeartSmart combines key Scriptures with songs, giving parents a spiritual formation path for building a strong foundation of faith. The entire Lord’s Prayer is...

Did you know your  children’s view of God will primarily come from what they learn at home? Don’t freak out because Jim Burns’ and Jeremy Lee’s new book,  Pass It On , is here to help!  Most parents spend more time helping their kids succeed at academics or athletics than infusing shared spiritual experiences into the rhythm of everyday family life. Forever change the direction of your family’s spiritual legacy . . . starting now! {MORE ABOUT  PASS IT ON } (David C. Cook, September 2015) Parents often experience a “freak out” moment when they realize their children’s view of God will primarily come from what they learn at home. Most parents spend more time helping their kids succeed at academics or athletics than infusing shared spiritual experiences into the rhythm of everyday family life. While the idea of strategically passing down our faith can seem intimidating, the annual Rites of Passage Experiences contained in  Pass It On  make...

A family separated not just by time, but by centuries Lynne Gentry concludes her latest series with a thrilling story of fearlessness and family ties Lynne Gentry takes readers to third-century Carthage for a thrilling time-travel adventure in Valley of Decision (Howard Books/September 22, 2015/ISBN: 978-1476746418/$14.99), the explosive conclusion to the Carthage Chronicles. In her latest release, Gentry brings her thorough research of the Plague of Cyprian to life as she examines the power of family connections. Thirteen years ago, Dr. Lisbeth Hasting made an impossible decision to leave third-century Carthage and her husband, Cyprian, behind for good to protect their daughter Maggie. Summoning all her courage, she struggled to move on with life and keep her promise to Cyprian to keep their little girl out of harm’s way. Years later, that little girl is now a headstrong young woman starting to chafe under her mother’s protective wings. Craving an opportunity to ...

Is social media stealing your identity? Let's start an #IdentityRevolution and take back what social media has stolen! Litfuse and Abingdon Press are excited to bring you debut author Jessica Fralin's book, #Stolen: Is Social Media Stealing Your Identity? Join the #IdentityRevolution by pledging your social media support on October 2; head over to the Thunderclap #Stolen Campaign Page to get started. We need at least 250 pledges to meet our goal---help us get there by pledging your social media support and tell your friends! When you sign up, you'll be the first to know on October 2 about a special Instagram contest and the chance to win a $100 cash card. We're also offering you the opportunity to read the digital book and a companion youth group study guide for free! Sign up here if you're interested in reading the book. Even if you're not, would you pass this email along to your church's youth pastor, a teacher, or a parent who would ...