Jim Ware

Kurt D. Bruner

Addresses the underlying Christian themes that run throughout C.S. Lewis's seven fantasies about Narnia and describes how Lewis's beliefs influenced his writing.

Finding God in the Land of Narnia

Shows how themes found in the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy can also be found in the Bible, and describes how Tolkien's beliefs influenced his writing.

Finding God in The Lord of the Rings

Kurt Bruner

Considered the most popular books of the 20th century, The Lord of the Rings trilogy is more than a great story. It's a much-needed reminder that Christians are all on an epic quest. In examining the Christian themes in the trilogy, authors Kurt Bruner and Jim Ware find that truth and fiction are not as far apart as they seem. When read in the light of Scripture, Tolkien's trilogy reveals a rich tapestry of redemption, values, and faith against all odds. Insightful reflection notes end each chapter. A great book for personal study, devotional time, or group discussion!

Finding God in the Lord of the Rings

High Performing Investment Teams

Analyzes the meaning of grace while profiling eighteenth-century figures William Wilberforce, a British abolitionist, and John Newton, a slave trader and hymn composer.

Finding God in the Story of Amazing Grace

A collection of spiritual reflections on classic fairy tales including Thomas the Rhymer, Phantastes, Ali Baba and the forty thieves, Bluebeard, Hansel and Gretel, A tale about the boy who went forth to learn what fear was, Mary Poppins, Beauty and the beast, The snow queen, The red shoes, Jack the giant-killer, Cinderella, The little match-girl, Peter Pan, The Bremen town musicians, The wild swans, The little mermaid, Snow White and the seven dwarfs, The golden key, and The tale of Oisin and Niam.

Finding Truth in the Land of Make-Believe

God of the Fairy Tale

Beth Michaels

Dale Primer

A comprehensive guide to best practices within the investment industry Investment Leadership provides readers with the tools to understand the leadership factors that contribute to sustainable growth; diagnose their firm's culture and understand why it is important; and replicate best practices from leading firms. With the help of diagnostic tools, practical advice from industry leaders, and real-life case studies, this book sets out to explain what is wrong with the status quo and reveal the secrets of long-term success in the investment industry. James W. Ware, CFA, currently works as a consultant to money managers. He is the coauthor of The Leadership Genius of George W. Bush (0-471-42006-9). Beth Michaels has worked with many organizations, including Chevrolet Motors and the McDonald's Corporation. Dale Primer has worked with business executives from more than 700 individual businesses in over eighty-five separate industries.

Building a Winning Culture for Long-Term Success

Investment Leadership

Indulges readers with an exploration of the spiritual significance of J.R.R. Tolkien's famous children's classic.

Finding God in the Hobbit

The bestselling book now revised and updated with new content! Hailed as the most popular and best-loved series of the twentieth century, The Lord of the Rings trilogy is more than a great story; it’s a reflection of life’s epic quest for all of us. Examining the Christian themes in J. R. R. Tolkien’s masterwork, bestselling authors Kurt Bruner and Jim Ware reveal a rich tapestry of hope, friendship, redemption, and faith in the face of overwhelming odds. More than 200,000 copies sold Includes six new chapters and a discussion guide A helpful resource for personal study, devotions, or group discussion

Have you ever wondered if you’re following God’s plan for your love life? Whether single or married, you ache for a deep, satisfying, romantic connection—but aren’t always sure how to handle the heartache and pain that come along the way. If love is truly a gift from God, why does it sometimes lead to the heights of heaven and other times to the depths of despair? One of the world’s greatest love stories holds the answer. In The Purpose of Passion, best-selling authors Kurt Bruner and Jim Ware journey through The Divine Comedy to discover what Dante, one of the most influential Christian writers of all time, reveals about love in his literary masterpiece. Discover the secrets that it contains about passion, romance, and spirituality—and how they are all connected. Whether you’ve found true love or ache from its absence, your love life is always driving you closer to or away from God. No matter where you find yourself on love’s path, The Purpose of Passion will lead you on a spiritual adventure through the underworld of Inferno, on a purifying trek up mount Purgatory, and into the ultimate bliss of Paradise—revealing God’s ultimate desire for your heart.

Dante's Epic Vision of Romantic Love

The Purpose of Passion

In the first book of the series, readers will learn about God's sovereignty and how things work together for good. The Exciting Start of the Last Chance Detectives! A dry, forsaken blip on the edge of civilization. That's what Mike Fowler thinks of the little town of Ambrosia in the Arizona desert. He has no friends, no fun, and no answers to the agonizing disappearance of his dad in a top-secret military mission. But that could all change after Mike stumbles onto his dad's puzzling journal in the old B-17 out back. The mysterious coded entries in the journal lead him to a hidden canyon rimmed with strange lights in the sky, muffled voices, and a knife he's sure belongs to his dad! Something big--maybe a covert military operation--is going on in that secluded canyon. And Mike is sure if he just follows the clues, he'll find his dad. But with each new discovery, he and his daring companions--Ben, Spence, and Winnie--land in more and more danger. It's the case of their young lives. Now if only they only live to escape it!

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High Performing Investment Teams "Although most leaders agree teamwork is important, fewbusinesses effectively build collaborative, synchronized teams.High Performing Investment Teams is an excellentguidepost for any manager striving to create a winning team anddevelop bench strength for the future." —John W. Rogers Jr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,Ariel Capital Management, LLC "Turning individual talent into team performance is the ultimatechallenge for an investment organization, but also the key tobuilding a sustainable investment franchise. Focus Consulting hascaptured the essence of how to leverage your intellectual capitalfor maximum and enduring success." —Michelle R. Seitz, CFA, Principal, Head of InvestmentManagement, Executive Committee Member, William Blair &Company, LLC "Focus Consulting's work on behaviors of top teams is clear,effective, and practical. We recommend it highly for investmentfirms that are serious about world-class collaboration." —Terry Toth, President, Northern Trust Global Investments "Focus Consulting really understands that attracting andmotivating talented people makes all the difference for assetmanagers. Their work is based on years of experience helpinginvestment firms build strong cultures with productivebehaviors." —Scott Powers, Chief Executive Officer, Old Mutual AssetManagement "Focus Consulting understands the people aspect of the investmentbusiness. They know the investment business and how to makecollaboration work." —Harin de Silva, PhD, CFA, President, Analytic Investors

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Scripture Devotional

Daily Travelogue

In the first book of the series, readers will learn about God’s sovereignty and how things work together for good. The Exciting Start of the Last Chance Detectives! A dry, forsaken blip on the edge of civilization. That’s what Mike Fowler thinks of the little town of Ambrosia in the Arizona desert. He has no friends, no fun, and no answers to the agonizing disappearance of his dad in a top-secret military mission. But that could all change after Mike stumbles onto his dad’s puzzling journal in the old B-17 out back. The mysterious coded entries in the journal lead him to a hidden canyon rimmed with strange lights in the sky, muffled voices, and a knife he’s sure belongs to his dad! Something big—maybe a covert military operation—is going on in that secluded canyon. And Mike is sure if he just follows the clues, he’ll find his dad. But with each new discovery, he and his daring companions—Ben, Spence, and Winnie—land in more and more danger. It’s the case of their young lives. Now if only they only live to escape it!

With a simple hobbit in a simple hobbit-hole, J. R. R. Tolkien opened the window on a whole new world that has captured the imaginations of millions. But The Hobbit—now a major motion picture—is far more than goblin attacks, dragon-hoards, and riddles in the dark. It’s a journey that changes a simple hobbit named Bilbo—and us—along the way. In Finding God in The Hobbit, Jim Ware, coauthor of the popular Finding God series, unlocks the mysteries of Middle-earth, sharing insightful reflections on scenes and characters from Tolkien’s classic. And as you travel through Middle-earth, you’ll start to discover some ways in which God is still very much at work in our world—and how he has a bigger purpose for you than you can ever imagine.

Finding God in The Hobbit

Carolyn B. Thompson

James W. Ware

Identifies ten principles that the authors believe make president George W. Bush an effective manager and leader, citing his choices during such events as his election and the September 11 attacks, and explaining how managers can utilize his examples for improved job performance. 50,000 first printing. $75,000 ad/promo.

10 Commonsense Lessons from the Commander in Chief

The Leadership Genius of George W. Bush

Best selling authors of Finding God in the Lord of the RingsKurt Bruner and Jim Ware team up again in a study of Philip Pullman's popular His Dark Materialsfantasy series. Unlike authors such as J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis, Pullman writes from an intentionally anti-Christian perspective. As the authors explore Pullman's themes, characters, and charges against Christianity, they ultimately conclude that though Pullman intended to do just the opposite, he has created a cosmos that seems to confirm the existence of a loving God—one where truth wins out over deception, grace trumps the virtue of self-reliance, and relationship is prized above independence. Released in conjunction with the major feature film, Shedding Light on His Dark Materialswill equip parents, teachers, and readers to better understand and respond to Pullman's brilliant but troubling work.

Exploring Hidden Spiritual Themes in Philip Pullman's Popular Series

Shedding Light on His Dark Materials

L'épopée de Tolkien enthousiasme les lecteurs depuis cinquante ans. Or la grande fresque féerique peut devenir aussi un livre d'enseignements de vie pour chacun aujourd'hui. Les auteurs proposent de retrouver les plus belles scènes du Seigneur des Anneaux et de les regarder à la lumière d'épisodes ou de grands personnages de la Bible. Le roman mythique de la nouvelle génération s'éclaire d'une lumière originale ; il fait rêver et réfléchir petits et grands avec la promesse que la fiction peut devenir réalité. Un best-seller aux Etats-Unis.

Trouver Dieu dans "Le Seigneur des anneaux"

The bestselling book now revised and updated with new content!Hailed as the most popular and best-loved series of the twentieth century, The Lord of the Rings trilogy is more than a great story; it's a reflection of life's epic quest for all of us. Examining the Christian themes in J. R. R. Tolkien's masterwork, bestselling authors Kurt Bruner and Jim Ware reveal a rich tapestry of hope, friendship, redemption, and faith in the face of overwhelming odds. More than 200,000 copies sold Includes six new chapters and a discussion guide A helpful resource for personal study, devotions, or group discussion

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