Spring Harvest is a young story for young people, so realistic it reads like a news report. Love blossoms between a young man and a young woman. Soon they are totally engrossed. How far can one go? Is it permissible to give oneself fully before marriage? Isn't that wanting to pick the fruit prematurely? Harvesting green ears of corn in spring? Only pain, disappointments, bitterness... and perhaps even an unexpected baby will be reaped! How to carry on then when everything seems so bleak and a romantic golden future was expected instead? Suzy Dind, born in French-speaking Switzerland, contracted polio at a very young age and had to spend long months in bed suffering. With great courage and faith, and superhuman effort, she was slowly able to resume a nearly normal life. Because of this, she had to abandon her teaching career to work in an office. From childhood, she was interested in literature, and at 24, she published her first book titled "At all costs."

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Depression is one of the characteristic ailments of our time. Far from being a fleeting, essentially harmless anguish, it has deep roots in the human soul and nature and claims more victims than one might think. The frantic pace of modern life, stress, and the coldness of human relationships all favor and accentuate the onset of this serious illness. André Adoul, drawing on his personal experience in this field, explains in his book "Checkmate to Depression" how to truly and definitively triumph over this terrible illness.

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Have you ever tried to break a bad habit? You threw yourself into it with all your willpower, but... suddenly, there you are, falling back into it! Have you ever had thoughts that would make you blush if they were broadcast over a loudspeaker? You don't want such thoughts, but the more you try to chase them away, the stronger they become. Have you ever felt you were starting to make progress in your Christian life, when suddenly you found yourself in a situation that created a great many unimaginable obstacles? Similar experiences highlight the antithesis between who we are and who we would like to be. The content of A RENEWED MIND discusses how to reduce and erase this contrast; it not only repeats principles of Christian life but also describes the processes through which you can become who you want to be. The processes are explained with a series of examples and parables concerning Christian life and its growth. The book examines five main points of spiritual life: Depending on God Facing problems Patience Discipline Prayer

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"How Big Is God?" tells the true story of Ann Gunther, a professional nurse and nursing school instructor who was struck by a very serious illness, which was subsequently passed on to her three children, Carol, Joey, and Ronny. Incurable and without hope, things changed when they encountered the Lord's healing touch at an evangelistic and prayer campaign led by Kathryn Kuhlmann. Read this testimony of faith to the end and you can truly turn your life around!

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In this remarkably objective and pleasant book, Reverend Dennis J. Bennett recounts his fascinating spiritual adventure. Considered one of the "fathers" of the Charismatic Renewal of our times, he narrates how he received the power of the Holy Spirit. It is a book that "must" be read by every Christian and by all those interested in glossolalia, healings, miracles, prophecies, in short, all charismatic gifts. It is a tangible demonstration of God's power working gloriously among the various Christian denominations worldwide. Scholars compare this spiritual revolution to the birth of the apostolic church in the first century and the Reformation fifteen centuries later. "The Third Hour" testifies to the power of God at work in the life of a man who sought and found.

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God’s Abundant Grace for Your Life “I have secluded myself with the Lord, to listen to the ‘beating of His heart’ and try to bring something of His heart to yours... For almost forty years I have been in the habit of spending time with the Lord every day, and I believe you will read a personal word for you; as far as I am concerned, this is the important thing.” Colin Urquhart Written in the first person, the messages gathered in the pages of My Beloved will not only touch the heart but will encourage depth and maturity. They are centered on the notion of grace as God's unmerited favor. We can do nothing to earn what God desires to give to His people. It is a gift.

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Hope in God has never disappointed anyone. Hope for the Suffering is a true story, as compelling as a novel, and rich in lessons for anyone ready to trust in God's unfailing will, even in moments of the deepest despair. Ruth Hickman, a well-known Bible study teacher, recounts with disarming sincerity the poignant story of her difficult relationship with her rebellious and drug-addicted young daughter. The author touches readers' hearts as few can, moving them to tears. But soon, the crying turns into uncontrollable joy, as one realizes that truly no problem is too great for God, and that, as He promised in His Word, the Bible, He will not abandon those who belong to Him. "When we don't know where else to turn, God uses His loving Word to teach us that He is alive and is all we need to solve our problems." Ruth Hickman

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Gaston Ramseyer, a well-known and respected author in France for his unique and specific experience in soul care, dedicates this book, THE ADULT CHRISTIAN, to all those who want to go further in their communion with Jesus, in good relationships with their neighbor, and who are willing to pay the price. There are two types of Christians: those who are subjected to circumstances and those who master them. The adult Christian is no longer tossed about according to situations but masters them through the grace and power of God.

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"I have come to the conclusion that a faith that is not practical cannot have positive effects for the growth of God's Kingdom and is not accepted by our Heavenly Father." This is what the author writes, and the aim of the book The Dynamics of the Life of Faith is to provide valuable help to all Christians...to understand the true meaning of the concept of faith expressed in the Bible and to see how this concept can be integrated into daily experience in a corrupt world. Faith is the foundation of the Christian life. And if the foundation is not solid, how will we build a structure upon it—in this case, life?It is not a useless theological dissertation, but rather a study that, based on the examples provided in chapter 11 of the Letter to the Hebrews, offers valuable help in understanding the relationship between the life of faith and countless daily activities. Gary W. Kuhne, Pastor and Doctor of the Fellowship Baptist Church in Erie, Pennsylvania. Among his activities, his ministry in the university world stands out.

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A guide to a better understanding of authentic prayer, the most powerful act a creature of God can perform. A book recommended by many Christian leaders worldwide. A true challenge to use the weapon of prayer in the present century. Inspirational thoughts on prayer "Prayer, authentic prayer, is the most powerful act a creature of God can perform." So says Dick Eastman. And because he wants Christians, both young and old, to draw from this God-given source of extraordinary spiritual power, he has written a guide to a better understanding of true prayer. "The Ascent to Prayer" has been widely accepted and warmly recommended by many Christian leaders. A pastor of a large church says: "This book, in my opinion, is the finest challenge to prayer written in this century. I have made prayer the object of an in-depth study."

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Only by obeying the rules established by God, the Ten Commandments, is it possible to achieve the happiness that everyone desires. God is a God of love, order, good, and with a Father's heart. He created the universe to exist and man to be happy. There is therefore a code given by God, intended to govern human order according to the Creator's plans, who desires the true happiness of His creatures, of each one of us. Adolphe Hunziker, a well-known preacher of Christian radio broadcasts, presents the fundamental rules contained in the Ten Commandments, which are still today the ten golden rules of true happiness.

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A true story from China Christian faith is a reality that daily refutes the fiercest attacks! Jesus' Family in Communist China is the fascinating true story of many Christians who, despite persecution and martyrdom, continue to be the light and salt of the earth.

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Bible Study for Today's Christians on the Epistle of St. Paul to the Romans Do you need peace, salvation, forgiveness? This book teaches you the secret to having peace with God and with yourself, forgiveness, and eternal life. The fundamental message of this book is that Jesus Christ is the only Savior of the world and that the Gospel is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes. Dr. Morris Williams was a missionary in Africa for many years and taught in several Bible Institutes. Since 1971, he has been the Director of African Missions for the Assemblies of God Pentecostal Churches. Dr. Williams, with the book Grace Reigns Through Righteousness! presents a simple and fascinating study of God's plan for the salvation of humanity, as masterfully expounded by the Apostle Saint Paul in his Epistle to the Romans.

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The Borrowed Dress aims to show us how we often take refuge in one pleasure or another, "tailor-made" to escape from the reality of life. But, once the pleasure is over, we find ourselves alone and naked, having lost the dress that, unfortunately, was only borrowed. In this fascinating and truly thrilling story, both young and old can rediscover Jesus Christ and the true values of life. Suzy Dind, born in French-speaking Switzerland, was struck by polio at a very young age and had to spend long months in bed suffering. With great courage and faith, with superhuman efforts, she was slowly able to resume an almost normal existence. Because of this, she had to abandon her teaching career to dedicate herself to office work. From childhood, she was interested in literature, and at 24, she published her first book titled "At the Cost of Losing Everything."

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Today's society thirsts for spiritual realities in which to believe, because it is increasingly evident that the materialism and consumerism that characterize it do not satisfy the needs every human being has for authentic values that give meaning to life. The family, religion, and the very idea of homeland are in an apparently irreversible crisis. The ancient triptych of God, homeland, and family seems to be crumbling, while man is obsessed by a constant barrage of advertising, and the terrible danger of atomic war is ever-present. In NELLA RUOTA DELLA VITA, the author Remo Dosi presents God's answer to man's problems. Indeed, it is only by returning to the Bible, the infallible Word of God, that we can live a different life.

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The author Melvin Hodges is a man who has fully realized the power of Pentecost in his life and seeks to help all believers in a dynamic spiritual growth in the fullness of the Holy Spirit. This book: first and foremost, shows that one is not born a Christian but becomes one by free choice, through repentance and personal faith in Christ; carefully examines how every true Christian can contribute to the concrete growth of their own church, in a particular sense, and of the universal church as the Body of Christ. Dr. Melvin Hodges served as a pastor in America until 1935. After this period, he was a missionary in Latin America, and from 1953, he was the international secretary for the Assemblies of God for Latin America and India. From 1973, he was a professor at the Assemblies of God Graduate School in Springfield, USA.

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Christ came to destroy the works of Satan and to enrich us in every way. Just as Christ took upon Himself our sins to save us, He also took upon Himself our diseases to heal us. This book aims to open your eyes to the great promises of the Bible for anyone who believes in the Lord Jesus Christ, presenting the four fundamental principles for realizing these promises in your life: Knowledge Faith Decision Action! "Faith is like a round-trip ticket. It comes from God and must lead us to God. Faith is a very small word, but it achieves the greatest things imaginable. If faith can move mountains, then it can also eternally save all who use it and use it well" Pablo Nervegna

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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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As the present age draws to a close, and Middle East tensions continue to dominate the scene, Christians worldwide are asking themselves: "What awaits us?"This book reveals the crucial aspects of what we are about to witness, allowing us to understand the beauty and fullness of God's redemptive plan for the Jewish people.Focused on the vision of the gathering of the children of Jacob according to biblical prophecies, the book develops this theme through all its phases and sheds light on the prophetic context of the end times and its ramifications, for Israel, for us, and for the nations. \n \nAn engaging book!

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Engage: Passion, Purpose and Priorities for the Church. Dynamic and practical teaching that combines biblical training, practical experience and missionary strategy. An exploration of a wide range of contemporary themes regarding the spread and presentation of the Christian faith in diverse cultures. Engage will inspire Christians of all ages, cultures and abilities to develop a new vision by gaining a better understanding of the Gospel message and equipping them with practical tools.

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Gentian and her brother is the story of a little girl who finds a wallet and decides to keep it for herself. To do this, she is forced to tell one lie after another. But after a series of adventures, she sees her castle of lies collapse and has to admit her mistake. After asking for forgiveness, she finally finds the happiness she had lost.

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