Books published by Castle Publishing Ltd

The Blessing Effect tells how the blessing message is touching the lives of millions around the globe with tips for using this powerful gift in your everyday life, family and community. Blessing can change you, and the world!

Are you feeling lost or hopeless?We often assume that our faith in Jesus should mean we are always happy and full of optimism. In reality you may be living with disappointment, fear, anger, anxiety and depression. Where is God in all of this?In this insightful book, Jacob Isaac examines the subject of hope what it is and how it's formed. He helps us explore why we may have lost hope and explains how it can be found again.Based on biblical teaching, you will discover:*; Key factors that influence your levels of hope*; How your thinking can contribute to feelings of hopelessness*; A greater understanding of how God works and how He will help you*; How your bad experiences can be used for good*; How you can become more hopeful now*; And how to plan for a more positive futureHope Rising will give you a hug of hope, help you see your life with fresh eyes and lead you into a closer relationship with God.Take the first step on the journey to a more hopeful tomorrow.

It all began in 1901 when seventeen-year-old Archie McMillan, fuelled by a desire to share the love of God, joined a small mission in the jungles of central India. It was a dangerous place to live, with snakes and man-eating predators, but that didn't deter his future wife Grace...

Born and raised in Poverty Bay, on the North Island of New Zealand, Richard heard the call of the Lord to go into all the world and preach the Gospel.The first half of his ministry was spent in Colombia, South America, and the second half found him ministering to the Latino population in Los Angeles, North America.This captivating book is the story of those adventures.

Jo shares, with an honest and truthful heart, the ups and downs of single parenting. Alongside her own experience, she offers helpful practical advice she has gained through her career as a social worker and through her own spiritual life. An easy-to-read inspiration for all who walk the single parent journey.

Encountering God through sanctified imagination...Hearing God speak is the birthright of every Christian. This simple tool has unlocked new freedom for many Christ-followers.Heaven's Door tells the story of a believer who spent most of his Christian life not understanding or experiencing communication with God. It introduces a powerful tool that has helped many others encounter God, along with numerous exercises that will enable the reader to experiment with the process of hearing God speak.If you would like to revolutionise your prayer life so that prayer becomes a two way conversation, this book is for you.The God of the universe is ready, willing and waiting to meet with you. Enjoy this book as you discover a way into his presence.

What is culture? Where does it come from? What impact does it have on us today? And why is it so important?Why Culture Matters is an excellent introduction to culture for all Christians. It is an essential first text for every theological or Bible college, Christian school or church library. It is a simple but not simplistic introduction to a biblical approach to the relationship of Christians to things cultural.John Norsworthy writes with clarity and insight. This book is consistently balanced and carefully nuanced, addressing the key issues of culture, combining an accessible biblical / historical survey that provides a solid basis for application in the world in which we live. Discussion questions are provided at the end of each chapter.Covering such topics as: cultural commission, culture transformation, Jewish culture, Kingdom culture, Christian culture, multi culturalism and cross culturalism.A must read for every student of the Bible and enquirer about the gospel throughout history and in contemporary society.

This is the story of lessons learnt - with some blood, sweat and tears - during 40 years of pastoral ministry. With sincere honesty, Don Barry lays open his challenges, failures and successes, taking us on a journey that saw a lot of water under the bridge - and loads of other stuff too.In a time when the importance of visionary leadership has been trumpeted loud and long, there is a desperate need for another note to be added to the symphony. For vision to be safe and productive, it needs to be bounded by deeply-held values that can sustain a ministry in all seasons.Woven with stories of church life at the coalface, this book is a vital call for leaders to allow the contours of their life and leadership to be values-shaped.