OVER 15 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE The Cross and the Switchblade has become a timeless classic because it addresses universal themes: violence, identity, belonging, and hope that continue to challenge every generation. It is much more than a bestseller: it is a testamentthat has transcended generations, cultures, and borders, continuingto speak to the human heart. Listed by Christianity Todayamong the 50 most influential books of contemporary Christian thought, this timeless classic tellsa true story of redemption, courage, and hope that continues, even today, to transform lives. More than the story of one man,this book is the account of lives on the brinkand the surprising possibilityof change. It speaks of redemption, second chances, and the transformative power of a personal encounter capable of changing the course of one's life.

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When Jo Lawson learned that her husband was suffering from advanced cancer, she did not lose heart. She had already witnessed numerous healings by the Lord in herself and her family. She was certain that in this case too, He would work to completely heal her husband, although doctors had given him up for lost. But faith in the Lord, above all circumstances, triumphed, and Dr. Bill Lawson rapidly went from the most tremendous agony to complete health. “Healed from Cancer” testifies to anyone who reads it about the effectiveness of God's miraculous power against death itself.

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Nicky Cruz's story is exceptional. It contains all the elements of tragedy, violence, and intrigue. The adult population cannot ignore young people and their impressive problems of the century. They are looking for meaning in life. They are not in love with our time-worn taboos. They demand sincerity in religion, honesty in politics, and justice for the underprivileged.

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Many of us are slaves to habit, culture, fear, and many other things. In this study, Dr. Cecil Stewart explores some of the areas that limit us and highlights how we can live where we have the right to live. The greatest achievements made by man in developing modern technologies have their source in God, our great Creator and Redeemer. He is excellent in grace, in mercy, and in justice. Our God does not do inferior things. "I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of witty inventions." Proverbs 8:12

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"Vanja and the Angels" is the true story of a martyr of faith, told by a woman who dedicated her life to uncovering the truth about the young believer Vanja Moiseev.Personal documents that escaped the Soviet secret services, poems, letters, and testimonies all contribute to painting a portrait of a true hero of the Christian faith.Tortured and killed for his faith on July 16, 1972, in Crimea, Vanja Moiseev continues to speak to the hearts of those who listen through the pages of this book.

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The gripping continuation of the story of Corrie ten Boom, a 'tramp' with bags always packed, ready to travel far and wide across the world in God's service. The simple yet extraordinary faith of this enterprising woman has moved thousands of people, always bringing a personal answer to each one.

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Joni was paralyzed at the age of seventeen. This book is the testimony of a young woman who, despite being in a wheelchair, has the courage to plan a future and build a true faith in God. It is hope amidst so much despair.

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God, who foresees your trials, has equipped you so that you can overcome them, not without suffering, but without blemish.Many Christians focus on well-being and the pursuit of happiness, but when adverse circumstances interrupt or hinder that pursuit, they are forced to make choices.Reading how these believers experienced triumph through Jesus Christ will be a blessing and an inspiration.

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‘Betrayed!’ is the touching story of a close-knit Jewish family caught up in a tragic conflict. It is the story of an unusual healing.Responding to his daughter's unsettling questions, the author embarks on a quest, journeying back in time. Along the way, he faces personal challenges that demand a life-changing answer. As you journey with him, you will gain a deeper and fuller understanding of Judaism and Christianity; an understanding that heals and frees from the bitterness that stems from such deep-rooted conflict. This is the story of an apparently irreparable rift that finds its resolution.

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The bestseller that introduced the free world to the shocking reality of the terrible persecution suffered by Christians under communist regimes. An exceptional document, translated into over 50 languages, that continues to make people reflect.

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We are all there, somewhere, inside the "blacksmith's shop."In this collection of writings, popular author Max Lucado takes you on a visit to the "blacksmith's shop."You will be able to examine all the tools and look in every corner, from the shelves to the workbench, from the water bucket to the fire...And I am sure that, somewhere, you will meet yourself.

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David Wilkerson goes to the Bible and returns with some compelling arguments about a constantly relevant problem: the fatal urge to commit suicide.Suicide aspirants and those who wish to help them will find in these pages simple, yet profound and conclusive answers to the tragedy of suicide.

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Nicky Cruz speaks the language of today's generation. He clearly explains the vast problem of loneliness and practical ways to solve it. The author has experienced these issues firsthand, and describes them clearly and in detail.

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A tragic accident at sea, a father trapped underwater, a son determined to do anything to save him.Everything the protagonist Alan believes about himself and what awaits him is completely overturned.

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Reaching out in faith opens the way to the most significant of contacts: the touch of God.The first reactions to devastating news? anger, disbelief, bewilderment, frustration, embarrassment, and finally, a broken heart.God gives His wisdom and grace even in times of despair and sorrow.The word of God is powerful!

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During Walter and Martin Mary I Will Be a Mafioso! - From Organized Crime to Christ is the heartfelt autobiography of a former member of the Apulian underworld."These pages tell a large part of my life because I believe it is right to let others know the glorious work God has done in me, and in my family, through the Lord Jesus Christ. My prayer is that the Holy Spirit may ignite a fire of praise in your heart, the same powerful and effective fire that manifested in my life, making me understand that the grace of Jesus Christ had not departed from me. This same grace allows me today, despite the difficulties of prison life, to live a life full of joy and blessings."Walter DuranteA tragic, simple, but above all, a true story. The author's experiences are breathtaking, but also deeply touch the reader's heart. And when all seems lost and irrecoverable, a new turning point emerges...Walter is determined to become a mafia boss. Shootings, drug trafficking, prison, beatings, and score-settling are just some of the elements that permeate these pages, until the appearance of the most important and truly decisive element of all: the grace of Jesus Christ.

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With the book "The Cross and the Switchblade", David Wilkerson has a clear mission:To encourage Christians to live joyful lives with Christ in this chaotic and uncertain world.The message of this book is for those who desire a deeper walk with Christ, who want to live true testimonies and see revival spread throughout the world.

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"The story of a man from humble beginnings, who will make his way through his own strength and commitment.There are unexpected events, accidents, difficulties that make the plot very gripping.One laughs, one cries, one hopes and despairs, one gets angry and surprised, one runs (one runs a lot), only to then experience moments of grueling waiting.A beautiful story that conveys to us the importance and strength of values that seem lost and abandoned in our society." Pastor Fabio Notarnicola: Barsa is a boy from the South, lively, restless and full of inventiveness.His dream since childhood is to become a mechanic, to prepare cars and to race in rallies. However, he immediately clashes with reality: difficulties at school, underpaid work, the risk of taking wrong paths...The opportunity comes with an uncle, who suggests he follow him to the North to become a mechanic! Thus begins an adventure that will lead him, thanks to his commitment and determination, to skip steps until he opens his own workshop and achieves his first victories in rallies, always accompanied by Monica, who soon becomes his wife.The road to success seems clear, when, following a terrible accident, Barsa falls into the spiral of gambling.Debts skyrocket, as do the lies to cover up his addiction.Everything seems lost: his job, his family, his dearest affections... until Barsa has the most important encounter of his life, one that will change his existence forever and lift him higher than he could ever imagine or hope for.

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Starting from the principle that knowledge is the key to change, the author offers a historical analysis of China's vicissitudes at the dawn of the 21st century, questioning the future of Christianity in China. To grasp the dynamics shaping the world's most populous country, it is necessary to dissociate oneself from the Eurocentric view that for centuries has characterized an invasive and self-proclaimed "superior" West: interactions between peoples, in fact, are based on knowledge and mutual respect, and this is the starting point for building the church in China.

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Imprisoned for seventeen months, Tom White survived to tell the exciting story of God's suffering church behind the sugarcane curtain.In the 1970s, the threat of missile attacks from Fidel Castro's Cuba was one of the United States' great fears. For seven years, Tom White led a massive invasion of Cuba through the Gospel to bring God's peace to this oppressed Caribbean island. Over 400,000 Christian pamphlets, missiles of love, were dropped from the sky or carried ashore by the sea.On May 27, 1979, Tom White's plane crashed on a Cuban highway. Brutal treatment by the secret police, months of solitary confinement, and a twenty-four-year prison sentence handed down by a sham court form the backdrop of this compelling story. At the school of suffering, in Combinado del Este prison, the author met and served the Lord with Cuba's persecuted church.This is not the story of one person's triumph over a system. It is a dynamic testimony to God's triumphant love, God's faithful protection, and God's patient teaching in Fidel Castro's hell.

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CHILDREN'S PHOTO ALBUM for ages 4 to 9 MEXICO – Children of the World Series DID YOU KNOW THAT…– before the Spanish arrived in Mexico in 1519, there were about 20 million indigenous people in that nation?– the Aztec indigenous people of Mexico had one of the most brilliant and interesting civilizations in the world?– there are 125 indigenous languages, ninety of which are still in use?– a Mexican belongs to one of three races: indigenous people, mestizos (half Spanish and half indigenous), and Creoles (pure Spanish)?– Mexico was governed by the Spanish for more than three hundred years (from 1519 to 1821)?– the gold and silver taken from Mexico made Spain the richest nation in Europe?– Mexico is one of the most indebted countries in the world, a fact mainly due to the fall in oil prices? – the average age of the Mexican population is under 14 years old?– Mexico has one of the highest demographic growth rates in the world?Mexico, a land of bullfights and sunny beaches, is a poor nation. Read the story of Manuel, his family, and their hard work. They wished to live in another place and at another time, dreaming of something more than what they had. When their dreams began to come true, it was thanks to that kind of miracle that touches hearts and changes lives. Manuel, the son of a bricklayer, learned many lessons about the true value of things.

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Gifted Hands is the inspiring story of Ben Carson, M.D., a young boy from the inner city with little education and few prospects, who at 33 years old became the head of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins University Hospital.Gifted Hands will take you into the operating room to witness surgical procedures that have opened new avenues in the medical world. You will discover the mind of a compassionate and God-fearing doctor who lives to help others.In 1987, Dr. Carson gained worldwide fame for participating in the first separation of conjoined twins joined at the back of the head, an extremely delicate and complex operation that required five months of preparation and 22 hours in the operating room and involved a surgical plan that Carson helped initiate.Gifted Hands reveals a man full of humility, compassion, courage, and sensitivity, a role model for young people and for anyone who needs encouragement to attempt what seems impossible and to excel in everything they do. Dr. Carson describes the key role that the common sense passed on to him by his uneducated mother played in this metamorphosis that transformed him from an unmotivated young man from the ghetto into one of the most respected neurosurgeons in the world.

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Where was God on 9/11? The terrorists who caused the death of thousands of people claimed they did it in the name of God. In the horror of the carnage, thousands of Christians around the world flocked to churches to pray for peace, while others blamed God for the tragedy.The author offers an answer – through reflection and the Bible – to the questions that plague the mind. Those seeking answers and yearning for the truth will discover from a new perspective how God is present and acts in history...

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'The Deceiver and the Dreamer', by thoroughly studying the figures of Jacob, the deceiver, and Joseph, the dreamer, invites the reader to let God fulfill His perfect plan for each of us. God revealed Himself to Jacob and Joseph when they were young.Both had great opportunities in life. Both dreamed big dreams and made big plans.One of them trusted in divine guidance. The other trusted in himself.Both ultimately triumphed, but what a difference between their lives! This book will help you evaluate the past, reconsider the present, and face the future by looking to the Lord. 'My prayer is that this book will inspire millions of readers to choose the way of Joseph, God's way to lasting success' Billy Graham

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