Books published by Thomas Nelson Publishers

The Mastering Ministry Series covers the various challenges a ministry encounters and teaches how to deal with them one subject at a time. The perfect guide for today's pastor addressing relevant topics such as worship, preaching, controversies, evangelism, and church management.

Created by best-selling humorist Barbara Johnson, this is the place to put your own thoughts of hope, gladness, and love---with Barbara's zany bits of joy, laughter and survival tips to inspire you along the way.

Move over dog lovers, 'man' is getting inspurrrration from a new best friend-cats! God placed cats on earth with a special mission-to provide unconditional God-like love and support to their owners.

In Five Cities that Ruled the World, theologian Douglas Wilson fuses together, in compelling detail, the critical moments birthed in history's most influential cities ---Jerusalem, Athens, Rome, London, and New York.

The Blackabys walk beside you as you read the Scriptures so that you can encounter God. You'll discover how your encounters can change your everyday life.

First, I had to lie to my boss. (Sort of.) Then my parents had a fight. (They never fight.) The pint-sized lapdog that is treated better than I am has thrown up. (Twice.)

In the Smart Guide to the Bible: 1and 2 Corinthians, Dewey Bertolini guides you through the Apostle Paul's words of encouragement, advice on conflict and suffering, and knowledge about spiritual gifts. This user-friendly Bible guide is designed for everyday Bible readers and uses a big-picture and easy-to-understand approach.

The Smart Guide to the Bible: The Life of Solomon is a user-friendly guide to understanding the life and wisdom of Solomon. Angie Peters uses brief commentary, practical tips, and simple definitions to help you see how you, too, can be blessed with God's wisdom through Solomon's writings in Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon.

Effective Church Growth Strategies outlines the biblical foundations necessary for raising healthy churches.

International leadership expert, John Maxwell, helps listeners change their attitudes and beliefs about failure so they can make positive changes in their lives and achieve their full potential.

THIS IS THE STORY OF TWO MEN. ONE VERY RICH. ONE VERY POOR. THEY BOTH DIED.Most people are intrigued by the subject of life after death. Whether in a classroom, at church, or talking with a friend over a cup of coffee, the same questions are asked over and over again."What happens the moment you die?""Where do we go?""Will we see our loved ones in heaven?""Do dead people know what's going on here on earth?""How can a loving and merciful God send people to hell?"Author Don Wilton looks at these questions and more in The Absolute Certainty of Life after Death, a modern retelling of the Biblical story of the rich man and Lazarus. This compelling story chronicles that choices and fate of two very different, but ordinary men. Set in Texas and New Orleans, this fictional story traces the contrasting lives of Albright A. Rhodes, a multi-millionaire and Billy Bob Malkmus, a homeless beggar, from birth to death....and beyond.

Here is a fascinating and humorous encyclopedia of more than three hundred words and phrases and how they have taken on new meanings over time. It is an informative reference book for the whole family.

One of the most vital, yet most often missing, ingredients in a marriage today is the diligent effort on the part of each spouse to build the other's self-esteem.

Once in a Blue Moon, fame and fortune actually take a backseat to friendship and love.

As Brian Tome was talking to a new Christ-follower in his office, he realized that he had nothing on his bookshelf that would give her the 'straight talk' on the radical new life she was about to begin. So he penned Welcome to the Revolution a bold, honest, humorous guide to joining the ever-advancing Kingdom of God.

In Our Unmet Needs, pastor and best-selling author Charles Stanley guides us through the Scriptures, showing us that God knows our needs even before we do! Even more, God?the Creator of all heaven and earth?has the provisions to meet every one of them.

Women of Faith is offering the core message of the six dynamic speakers, in a Bible study for group or personal use. This unique application guide will include an outline of the talk given, excerpts from the talk that lead into questions for reflection or study, Bible references that delve deeper into the topic, and a life application section.

My Life As Invisible Intestines (with Intense Indigestion) is book # 20 in the The Incredible Worlds of Wally McDoogle series. When Wally first becomes invisible (thanks to the handy-dandy OOPS Machine) it's great fun. Now he can do whatever he wants, like defending Opera by humiliating a bully, or helping the local football team come back from a 0-54 score.

A wealthy widow of a nobleman, daughter of a famous scientist, and skeptic who only trusts what can be proven.

Author Joyce L. Gibson and editor Larry Richards take you verse-by-verse through Jesus' life and ministry in this easy-to-understand Bible guide. The Smart Guide to the Bible: The Book of Luke, written for everyday Bible readers, will help you understand Luke's New Testament Gospel in a way that will encourage and embolden you.

Former cruiserweight champion of the world, Orlando Leone, Jr., must come out of retirement to redeem an impossible situation.

Song Hawkins is a beautiful, tough, but lonely New York City businesswoman who thinks she's met the man of her dreams in Cable Jordan, the superintendent of a West Virginia coal mine.

In The Smart Guide to the Bible, you'll easily discover insights, even in the passages you once thought were hard to understand.

The Smart Guide to the Bible: The Book of Psalms is a user-friendly guide designed to faithfully lead you through the Book of Psalms using an easy-to-understand approach. Written by Douglas Connelly and edited by Larry Richards, The Book of Psalms will renew your spirit and uplift your heart as you realize the relevance of the inspirational songs.

The Smart Guide to the Bible: Paul and the Prison Epistles will brighten your life by illuminating how God is with you in all circumstances. You'll be uplifted by Paul's instructions for finding joy in suffering, engaging in spiritual warfare, receiving God's love, living out your faith, and so much more.

The Smart Guide to the Bible: The Book of Matthew gives you valuable insights into Christ's life, teachings, death, and resurrection so you can more fully experience the purpose and power of King Jesus at work in your life. Dewey Bertolini will faithfully lead you through the Book of Matthew using a big-picture and easy-to-understand approach.

Learn about the impact of Israel's leaders after Moses' death, understand the radiant role of Ruth during the new nation's struggles, and discover how this ancient and unparalleled time in the Middle East affects your life today with The Smart Guide to the Bible: Joshua, Judges, and Ruth.

In the Smart Guide to the Bible: Prayers and Promises of the Bible by J. Heyward Rogers you'll discover how the Bible teaches you to pray in each circumstance you face and what special promises God has for you in each situation. And, you'll be encouraged by the examples of those who prayed in the Old and New Testaments.