Books published by WestBow Press

For only you can know what God has put into your heart.So trust in him, he will not fail, he always does his part.Just listen to his still small voice, he'll show you where to go.And as you see him meet your needs, your faith will surely grow.As a dedicated Christian, John Richer has learned that God can work in and through him, all while teaching him to trust him.In a collection of devotional poetry shared for the purpose of helping others better understand God and draw closer to him, Richer explores a wide range of topics that reflect on his conversations and questions about biblical topics as well as his personal challenges. While offering lyrical perspective on fear, worry, prayer, Satan, love, the Spirit's many gifts, bitterness, and much more, Richer also includes scripture references that invite believers to dig deeper into God's Word for insight, reflection, and truths that light the way and provide comfort, strength, and support.Poetry on Purpose shares inspirational verse as a gateway to not only understand biblical principles, but also to reflect on our inner nature.

When God told me to write this book, he said it was going to be a trilogy. The book is broken up into three distinct parts. One part of the book tells of a four-year journey in the life of a believer and how she made her way back to God. Another part of the book shares the one key ingredient that is needed that she relied on for building a strong foundation. The final part of the book tells of the strategic mind of the enemy and the one way he entices all to fall from grace.

This book reminds believers of what is to come when you receive the power of the Holy Spirit. Power means more than strength or ability; it designates especially power in operation. The release of the power of the Holy Spirit in Acts, in and through the believers lives, cause them to witness with all boldness, with great power, with many signs, wonders, and miracles.

"Jimaky" James Edwin met Jerry at a conference table in his office several years ago. Jerry was the general contractor constructing a small office building that the author's architecture firm had designed. The author made it a habit to sit down with those involved in building projects to answer questions.Over time, as the office building progressed, Jerry would bring a sack of sandwiches to the conference table, and the two would have lunch together. They became friends, and their conversations shifted from the project to life in general and to the struggles we face. At the close of one of their meetings, the author asked Jerry if they could pray about the things they had discussed. Jerry's face lit up, and he said, "Absolutely!" That prayer brought their friendship to a new level. One of the topics the two touched upon was the discussion Jesus had with Nicodemus and the implications of what was said. Join the author as he reveals their candid conversations and how they supported each other as they sought to develop a deeper understanding of the Bible.

Do you know God has given you the Greatest Gift ever given? Have you opened His Gift? If not, why not? Maybe you think you'll always have tomorrow to open it. But what if you don't. Your life could end without warning. Or maybe you're just content with life and think you have everything you'll ever need. Or maybe, you've never heard about this gift from God and don't know that it even exists. Which case are you? Let's open this gift from God together. Let's go verse by verse from the Bible about the death, burial, resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, and witnessed accounts of Him being alive again. And then how to receive His Gift. If at the end of this book you decide you don't want this gift, it's ok. It's your choice. But what if this gift changes your life forever? Don't wait. Tomorrow may not come. Open this gift from God today.

Each person deals with difficult challenges during their lives. In some instances, they may think they can't feasibly take one more step. Circumstances may leave them feeling alone. Author Paula Gower was faced with the most difficult journey of her life in 2014 when she was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer. She had a difficult decision to make. Will she turn away from God? Or will she run toward him?In I Saw God in ..., Gower relives her journey with cancer and reveals the ways she saw God during this time. She saw him in many forms. Some days she saw God in her friends; other days she saw God in complete strangers. He showed up in her family, and he showed up in the strangest of places.Through this compilation of reflections, Gower demonstrates how God knows what's best for each of us during our unique journey. If you allow him, he will show up. I Saw God in ... offers personal testimony to guide you through the ways you can allow God into your life during your challenges.

Each person deals with difficult challenges during their lives. In some instances, they may think they can't feasibly take one more step. Circumstances may leave them feeling alone. Author Paula Gower was faced with the most difficult journey of her life in 2014 when she was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer. She had a difficult decision to make. Will she turn away from God? Or will she run toward him?In I Saw God in ..., Gower relives her journey with cancer and reveals the ways she saw God during this time. She saw him in many forms. Some days she saw God in her friends; other days she saw God in complete strangers. He showed up in her family, and he showed up in the strangest of places.Through this compilation of reflections, Gower demonstrates how God knows what's best for each of us during our unique journey. If you allow him, he will show up. I Saw God in ... offers personal testimony to guide you through the ways you can allow God into your life during your challenges.

High school senior Ericka James is days away from celebrating her sister's twelfth birthday when her family is faced with the unthinkable - her sister is murdered. Follow Ericka's journey through her past, losing her sister, her mother's incarceration, and the freedom she found in Jesus.

High school senior Ericka James is days away from celebrating her sister's twelfth birthday when her family is faced with the unthinkable - her sister is murdered. Follow Ericka's journey through her past, losing her sister, her mother's incarceration, and the freedom she found in Jesus.

If you're like most people, you've spent a lot of time seeking to find your calling or purpose in your career. You probably also find yourself unfulfilled.Often, work is simply not the dream we thought it would be, which often leads us to give up promising careers only to embark on something new and discover the same issues.The Glory in the Grind is a thirty-day devotional designed to help you connect with Christ by seeing Him in the daily, mundane grind of going to work, which makes the ordinary extraordinary. The book of Colossians highlights how all things are made through Christ and for Christ and that all things are held together by Him. His presence is everywhere and His divine nature is so embedded into the fabric of the universe that with the eyes of faith, you can see Him in common ordinary jobs like janitors and bankers. At the end of the day, it is not the perfect job, employer, or city that will give you meaning and fulfillment in life. It's learning to walk with Christ daily in whatever work you do.

If you're like most people, you've spent a lot of time seeking to find your calling or purpose in your career. You probably also find yourself unfulfilled.Often, work is simply not the dream we thought it would be, which often leads us to give up promising careers only to embark on something new and discover the same issues.The Glory in the Grind is a thirty-day devotional designed to help you connect with Christ by seeing Him in the daily, mundane grind of going to work, which makes the ordinary extraordinary. The book of Colossians highlights how all things are made through Christ and for Christ and that all things are held together by Him. His presence is everywhere and His divine nature is so embedded into the fabric of the universe that with the eyes of faith, you can see Him in common ordinary jobs like janitors and bankers. At the end of the day, it is not the perfect job, employer, or city that will give you meaning and fulfillment in life. It's learning to walk with Christ daily in whatever work you do.

Rather than telling you "what" to think, author and expert, Ivan Lane, teaches you how to define biblical words and cross reference scripture to interpret biblical truth for yourself. Mr. Lane helps to make readable sense of the Bible by helping you learn how to understand biblical language and symbolic words. He does this by using a very unique method of interpreting the Bible that he calls, "The Definitive Method." You will learn what books to use and how to use them in order to interpret any verse in the Bible in the context in which it was written. This book appeals to beginners and advanced students alike because it is written in laymen terms with basic and advanced techniques of interpreting the Bible. Mr. Lane takes you deep into symbolism, so that you can understand the spiritual aspect of the Bible for your edification and spiritual growth. Every technique is shown with easy step-by-step examples for your understanding.

This book was written after reading and studying the book of Isaiah. It goes through all of the subjects that are in Isaiah such as the promises, prophecies, and rebukes. The book of Isaiah has so many lessons that are often referenced in the bible studies and sermons that we hear throughout the year. Just remember that Isaiah means Yahweh is salvation in Hebrew.

Many years ago, while fellowshipping with a Jewish missionary Pappi Bodine introduced a concept of this Gospel, which became a burden on my heart to pursue.John used theTabernacle as the outline of his Gospel. The Tabernacle demonstrated Jesus' labor and plan, providing the provision of salvation.The Purpose: The author's primary goal is to provide to the Professor/Teacher materials to aid his instruction both in the classroom and pulpit.

If you are feeling captive in your life, you can be set free from your chains. The freedom that Christ brings is a glorious sound. Search the Word of God, and you will see how much He loves you!IThe Chrysalis Chronicles presents author Monica Shavonne's diary of personal growth and development. In these poems and thoughts, she shares her trials, tribulations, struggles, and triumphs. Hers is a journey of growth from self-reliance to dependence on God. This gift, her purpose from God, would have remained hidden in her notebooks, but God called on her to share it with the world. Like Gideon, she was in a hiding place, but God said it was time to run this race. If you're ready to escape no matter your situation, you can-it's never too late to be free.This collection of original writing and related scripture traces one woman's path of self-discovery as she grows in faith and finds her voice in God.

In this seven-week Bible study, Diana takes a familiar biblical character, Samson, and uniquely draws female-focused lessons from his tumultuous life story. Diana uses Samson's triumphant victories and devastating defeats to help women grow in their faith and see how vital they are to God's plan, even in male-dominated stories. Each week, you'll dig into God's Word and follow Samson on his faith journey, learning from him and the women in his life as they live, love, and make mistakes. Each lesson ends with impactful group discussion questions, reflection time, and prayer. Diana then shares personal anecdotes with you, bringing laughter and a sense of camaraderie to your weekly lessons.

As an assignment from her principal, she began giving weekly science-themed Bible lessons at her school and after nine years, has compiled some of those lessons into a book!