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Why Shop at Tyndale.com?
Tyndale House Publishers seeks to minister to the spiritual needs of people, primarily through literature consistent with biblical principles. Tyndale’s President and COO Jeff Johnson shared his thoughts on the recent close of Family Christian Stores. “Family Christian Stores has been a blessing to communities around the country. Like their customers, Tyndale is saddened that
Apr 11, 2017
Africa Study Bible Pastor Project
God’s Word through African Eyes. The Africa Study Bible brings together 350 contributors from over 50 countries, providing a unique African perspective. This new study Bible features the New Living Translation and is an all-in-one course in biblical content, theology, history and culture, with special attention to the African context. Each feature was planned by
Apr 11, 2017
Hope Comes on Sunday
The following article was written by Steve Thomason and taken from Devotions for Lent. Saturday was a long and dark day. Not only did the disciples hide in fear for their lives, but even worse, they grieved deeply. Soldiers had carried Jesus off to his execution the day before. Now their master was dead, and
Apr 10, 2017
What You Lack Is Not Who You Are
The following story was written by Ann Swindell, author of Still Waiting. It was originally posted on A Holy Experience. By the time I was twenty years old, I had struggled with trichotillomania—a hair-pulling condition—for nearly a decade. I pulled my eyelashes and eyebrows out every day, even though I hated it and even though I
Apr 3, 2017
How to Encourage the Discouraged
The following story was written by Lynn Eib, author of Peace in the Face of Cancer. It was originally posted on her blog. I remember so well the first cancer support group meeting I attended at our community hospital. It was the summer of 1990. I was a reporter for a local newspaper and recently
Apr 3, 2017
NLT Study Bible Brings the Word to Life
The following article was written by Kevin O’Brien, Brand & Product Manager for Bibles at Tyndale House Publishers. Why do we study the Bible? Are we trying to master a subject? Are we afraid that when we die God is going to give us a test, and we will need the correct answers? Sometimes I
Mar 29, 2017
The Coming Apostasy Exposes Alarming Trends among Today’s Church Leaders
The following passage is an excerpt from The Coming Apostasy by Mark Hitchcock and Jeff Kinley. Read the entire first chapter HERE. The unfortunate reality today is that the world and the church are often indistinguishable. As worldly philosophies and values infiltrate the body of Christ, moral values adjust and new theologies emerge. This creates a fatal breach,
Mar 29, 2017
Bible Promises for Parents of Children with Special Needs
The ninth annual World Autism Awareness Day is April 2, 2017. Every year, autism organizations around the world celebrate the day with unique fundraising and awareness-raising events. Visit www.AutismSpeaks.org/LIUB for more information and enjoy this excerpt from Amy E. Mason, author of Bible Promises for Parents of Children with Special Needs and mom to her two boys, one with
Mar 27, 2017
Find Your Next Bible with the Tyndale Bible Finder!
Need a new Bible? Hoping to purchase one for a friend or family member? Find the perfect version with the Tyndale House Bible Finder! This resource is designed to help you find the right Bible to meet your needs. You may search by feature, type, or brand. This makes online shopping as easy as shopping in store. Save 35%
Mar 23, 2017
7 Day Family Challenge Special
Get 50% Off Two of Tony Dungy’s New York Times Bestselling Books! Regularly $31.98, get both the New York Times bestselling books Quiet Strength and Uncommon Marriage for only $15.99! Plus, sign-up to get one week of Tony’s One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge devotional for FREE! Loading… Tony Dungy knows how to balance work and
Mar 23, 2017
3 Attitudes of Compassion: Change the Way You Live to Change the Way You Love
Becoming people who act on their compassion requires a change in our thinking. It doesn’t come naturally. And it certainly isn’t easy. (If it were, everyone would do it.) Let me suggest three shifts in perspective that may be necessary in order for us to move past pity and become people of compassionate reaction when
Mar 20, 2017
Margaret Taylor Celebrates Her 100th Birthday
Margaret West Taylor, Wife of Dr. Kenneth Taylor and Cofounder of Tyndale House Publishers, Celebrates 100th Birthday On Thursday, March 23, 2017, employees and friends of Tyndale House Publishers will honor Margaret West Taylor, wife of the late Dr. Kenneth N. Taylor and cofounder of Tyndale House Publishers, at a special chapel program on her
Mar 20, 2017
My Secret Life as a KGB Spy in America
The following story is an excerpt from Deep Undercover. Our company encouraged bosses to take new employees out to lunch, so after her second week, I took Shawna to her favorite Mexican restaurant. This was a sacrifice for me because I really don’t like Mexican food. At one point, the conversation veered into the realm
Mar 19, 2017
10 Ways Your Church Can Reach Millennials
While today’s churches have failed millennials in various ways, it’s not too late to successfully impact the next generation. God is clearly working to raise up young people who are serving Him. The following 10 recommendations identify how churches can better reach and engage our millennial generation. Redefine “Church” Most of us realize that the
Mar 17, 2017
A Polygamist’s Daughter Finds Spiritual Freedom
People are spiritual beings inhabiting physical human bodies. It dawned on me that it is the breath of God that really makes us come alive. Our spirit gives us life, so when the spirit leaves the body, our body is no longer alive. Embracing this gave me hope for life, a hope that’s available to
Mar 13, 2017
Just In: Breathe Bible Audio New Testament NLT
The Breathe Bible Audio New Testament is a remarkably vivid listening experience that transports you into the world of the Bible. Performed in the New Living Translation by a cast of internationally acclaimed film, television and recording artists, this captivating multi-million dollar audio production features cinema-quality sound with an original music score. It’s a listening experience
Mar 13, 2017
Tyndale’s 13th Annual Pancake Breakfast
On Friday, March 10, 2017, Tyndale held its 13th annual Pancake Breakfast. Every year, the Tyndale Executive team serves pancakes, sausage, fruit, and coffee to over 200 employees. It’s one of Tyndale’s favorite events! The first Pancake Breakfast was held on March 8, 2005. The idea came from the Executive Retreat at Starved Rock in
Mar 10, 2017
This Man Found Grace Behind Bars
Grace Behind Bars shares the true and dramatic account of how Bo Mitchell, businessman and chaplain for the Denver Nuggets, inexplicably ended up in federal prison only to find God’s true freedom behind bars. Ironically, it’s in a six-by-nine-foot cell that God begins to free this driven Christian leader from his prison of performance and
Mar 10, 2017
Joel Rosenberg Releases His Newest Novel, Without Warning
Get your Special Autographed Edition of Without Warning by Joel C. Rosenberg HERE. While supplies last! We peeled out, fishtailing in the slush. Art Harris was in the front passenger seat, on his phone and already briefing someone back at the bureau on the nightmare unfolding around us. Matt was sitting to my right, staring
Mar 9, 2017
Now Available On-Demand: Under Our Skin Forum
On February 16, approximately 500 people attended the Tyndale-sponsored Under Our Skin Forum on Race and Faith at The Crossing Church in Tampa and more than 30 groups from 15 different states participated via live streaming. In addition, CBN’s “700 Club” sent a crew to cover the event, the local Salem radio station did a
Mar 6, 2017
Teaching Your Kids to Make Godly Choices
Get Your Magnificent Chooser for $8.43! Use Ortberg25 at checkout. Order in bulk and receive the following discounts: Your Magnificent Chooser teaches children how to make godly choices. Parents will love reading this book to their kids, and kids will enjoy the content while learning lessons that will stay with them throughout their lives! Click
Mar 3, 2017
Downloadable Devotions for Lent
What is Lent? Lent is the season when Christians have historically prepared their hearts for Easter with reflection, repentance, and prayer. Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and proceeds for forty days, culminating in Good Friday and Holy Saturday. Since Sundays are weekly celebrations of the resurrection of Jesus, the six Sundays in Lent are not
Feb 27, 2017
3 Prayers to Calm Your Soul
Aesthetically pleasing, thoughtfully designed, and overflowing with life-giving truth, Living Expressions invites you to explore God’s Word and express your creativity in ways that are refreshing to the spirit and restorative to the soul. In the midst of an ocean of coloring books and journals, Living Expressions blends the simple pleasures of relaxing and unwinding
Feb 27, 2017
Beloved Children’s Author Dandi Daley Mackall Releases a WWII Romance Novel
This is an excerpt from With Love, Wherever You Are by Dandi Daley Mckall. Sarah threw rice as Helen and Frank made a dash for the car. “Are you going to let your sister-in-law do that to your wife?” Helen challenged, picking grains of rice out of her hair as they settled into the backseat
Feb 24, 2017
Under Our Skin Forum Discusses Race and Faith
On February 16, approximately 500 people attended the Tyndale-sponsored Under Our Skin Forum on Race and Faith at The Crossing Church in Tampa and more than 30 groups from 15 different states participated via live streaming. In addition, CBN’s “700 Club” sent a crew to cover the event, the local Salem radio station did a
Feb 20, 2017
How the NTV Bible Is Transforming Latin America
God is working mightily in Latin America through the efforts of Tyndale Español. Spanish is now the second most spoken language in the world and as Christianity grows in Latin America, Tyndale Español is eager to minister to the spiritual needs in Spanish-speaking countries. Tyndale Español started in 2005 with two Spanish titles (ADN de
Feb 16, 2017
Sign Up for the Counter Culture Devotional Series
Sign up for the Counter Culture Devotional Series! You’ll receive exclusive video content and downloadable sermon notes from David Platt, author of Counter Culture: Following Christ in an Anti-Christian Age. This four-part devotional series will help you engage culture with the right perspective, courage, conviction, and compassion. Learn how to: Week 1: Counter Culture with the Right Perspective
Feb 13, 2017
Loving Others Through the Power of Presence
Early one morning I was going for a run in downtown Fullerton, the city where I live. Ahead of me on the sidewalk were two men. One was tall and the other not. The taller man wore jeans and a flannel shirt, his hair mussed and hanging well past his shoulders. The shorter man was
Feb 6, 2017
Council for Christian Colleges & Universities
Tyndale is one of the largest privately-held Christian publishers of books, Bibles, and digital media in the world. We publish nearly 200 titles on a variety of topics from award-winning, bestselling authors every year. A sampling of some of our key titles and authors that we think would be appropriate for colleges and universities to use
Feb 6, 2017
Tyndale House Publishers Earns The Certified Best Christian Workplace Award
Tyndale House Publishers was recently recognized as a Certified Best Christian Workplace for 2017. Seventy-seven other churches, schools, ministry organizations, and Christian-owned businesses also received the honor. Certified status is based on eight key, quantifiable benchmarks of BCWI’s FLOURISH Model: Fantastic teams, Life-giving work, Outstanding talent, Uplifting growth, Rewarding compensation, Inspirational leadership, Sustainable strategy, and Healthy
Jan 30, 2017
6 Romantic Story Moments to Borrow for Valentine’s Day
Author Candace Calvert is known for her heart-pounding medical romance novels. If you need ideas for dates this Valentine’s Day, take a look at these fun examples of how Candace’s characters have been swept off their feet! Lookout for these 2017 releases!
Jan 30, 2017
Nothing to Fear: One Week Prayer Challenge
Our times are turbulent ones, and questions and worries can haunt us and keep us awake at night. Yet is it possible that, ultimately, there is actually nothing to fear? By following the seven principles that Jesus gave his disciples prior to sending them into a dangerous world, you can thrive in the midst of today’s turbulence
Jan 20, 2017
Take Your Life Back by Changing the Way You Think
Imagine taking a soda straw and a bottle to Lake Tahoe and trying to drain a portion of it to create a piece of dry ground on which to build something solid. No one in his right mind would do that. But that’s the equivalent of what we do when we drain ourselves in attempting
Jan 17, 2017
3 Simple Ideas That Make Bible Memory Fun!
Do you remember trying to memorize by repeating or reading something over and over? This classic method, known as rote memorization, works for some kids, but as many of us know, it doesn’t work the same for everyone. Kids take in information and learn in a variety of ways. And learning is especially impactful when
Jan 16, 2017
A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Tells Her Story
Today we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in remembrance of King’s nonviolent activism in the Civil Rights Movement. President Ronald Reagan signed the holiday into law in 1983, and it was first observed three years later. The holiday was officially observed in all 50 states for the first time in 2000.1 ******* On Sunday, September 15, 1963,
Jan 16, 2017
Exclusive Q&A with Rachelle Dekker
The oldest daughter of New York Times bestselling author Ted Dekker, Rachelle Dekker was inspired early on to discover truth through the avenue of storytelling. She graduated with a degree in communications and spent several years in marketing and corporate recruiting before making the transition to write full-time. She lives in Nashville with her husband, Daniel,
Jan 13, 2017
Tyndale House Wins Publisher of the Year
Tyndale House Publishers won ‘Publisher of the Year’ for the second year in a row at the Spanish Evangelical Publishers Association (SEPA) Awards Banquet in September 2016. The Spanish Evangelical Publishers Association (SEPA) Awards Banquet is a preamble to Expolit, the largest and most important Convention for the Spanish-speaking Christian industry. The Tyndale Spanish Publishing Group received over
Jan 10, 2017
New Stories to Inspire Faith-Filled Living on The Arc
“But there’s a story behind everything. How a picture got on a wall. How a scar got on your face. Sometimes the stories are simple, and sometimes they are hard and heartbreaking.” Mitch Albom What inspires you? A person? Music? Art? Your dog? Your mom? The great outdoors? For us, it’s the soul-reaching power of
Jan 9, 2017
Reflect in 2017 with This New Bible
Find time to READ, WRITE, & REFLECT every day of the year. Make your daily Bible reading more personal than ever. The bestselling One Year Bible divides the Bible text into 365 sections, so you can read, journal, and reflect on an unforgettable one-year experience. Each day includes a passage from the Old Testament, the New
Jan 4, 2017
Under Our Skin: A Forum on Race and Faith
Join us for Under Our Skin: A Forum on Race and Faith on Thursday, February 16, 2017 from 7:00–10:00 pm ET. For many, the racial divide is an argument, a political position, or a debate on television. The panelists in Under Our Skin: A Forum on Race and Faith desire to move us from argument and debate
Jan 3, 2017
How One Mom Loved Her Outside-of-the-Box-Kid
Nathan was different and Sally knew it. From his early childhood, Nathan was bursting with creativity and uncontainable energy, struggling not only with learning issues but also with anxiety and OCD. He saw the world through his own unique lens—one that often caused him to be labeled as “bad,” “troubled,” or someone in need of
Jan 3, 2017
What ‘Love’ Really Means
This is an excerpt from the Kingdom Family Devotional by Tony Evans and Jonathan Evans. Do you love chocolate cake? It’s easy to say we love cake . . . or donuts . . . or fried chicken! Love is a funny word, isn’t it? We toss it around like a softball or baseball when we’re
Jan 2, 2017
Read the Entire Bible in 2017!
Experience the Life Changing Power of God’s Word Every Day The One Year Bible will enable you read the whole Bible in one year in as little as 15 minutes a day. It’ll guide you through God’s Word with daily readings from the Old Testament, New Testament, Psalms, and Proverbs. With over 40 versions on
Dec 28, 2016
Simplify 2017: Free Sermon Notes
Exhausted. Energized. Overwhelmed. Thankful. Overscheduled. Free. If you crave a simpler life anchored by the priorities that matter most, roll up your sleeves: Simplified living requires more than just cleaning out your closets or reorganizing your desk drawer. It requires uncluttering your soul. By eradicating the stuff that leaves your spirit drained, you can stop
Dec 28, 2016
How Andrea Recovered from Her Addiction with the Life Recovery Bible
This story is from The Life Recovery Journey by Stephen Arterburn, M.Ed., and David Stoop, Ph.D. My story is not unique. My childhood, sadly, was not unique. It was abusive—physically, mentally, emotionally, and sexually. All that stuff. If you’ve been there, you know it creates heartache and pain that don’t subside. That’s where the drugs
Dec 19, 2016
Tyndale Celebrates This Christmas
Tyndale celebrated the Christmas season with a holiday party on Wednesday, December 14th at Medinah Banquets. Employees enjoyed a classic Christmas meal as they listened to traditional Christmas carols played by Sarah and Philip Han. Tyndale Chairman and CEO Mark Taylor recited poems, including Playing in the Snow by Karla Kuskin, Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening by
Dec 12, 2016
Remembering Dr. Kenneth Taylor
Throughout his publishing career, Dr. Kenneth Taylor’s dream was for all peoples of the world to read and understand God’s Word and experience its power at work in their lives. From his earliest children’s books to his generous support of Christian ministry, this vision was (and still is) reflected in his work. Ken Taylor, founder
Dec 12, 2016
Color Your Way to Christmas with All Is Bright
The following advent reading is from All Is Bright by Nancy Guthrie. Bethlehem was a small and unimpressive village, but the prophet Micah had given an amazing prophecy about this little town. “You, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, are only a small village among all the people of Judah. Yet a ruler of Israel will come from you,
Dec 5, 2016
Love, Joy, Peace…Patience? Waiting Well in Advent
From week 1 of Devotions for Advent Waiting doesn’t resonate well in our culture. Our spending habits serve as one good example. Because we need it now, we rack up outlandish debts we may have no plan for repaying. The Christian life is—and always has been—filled with waiting. Whether it was the Old Testament anticipation of
Nov 28, 2016
Breathe Audio Bible Christmas eCard
Share the eCard and get a FREE download of the Gospel of Luke HERE. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season, pause, rest, and realize that it’s not about the season. It’s about Christ. This Christmas you are invited to take some time to Breathe. In her book No Greater Love, Mother Teresa explains
Nov 28, 2016
17 Insights into African Leadership, Study Finds
There are many organizations, schools, and individuals in Africa with a passion for developing effective African leaders. Eight years ago, the Tyndale House Foundation began investing in the Africa Leadership Study, a research project that identified influential Christian leaders throughout the continent. The study gathered data from over 8,300 African lay leaders and pastors who have positively impacted their communities. Because Africa
Nov 21, 2016
Happy Thanksgiving from Our President
I give you thanks, O Lord, with all my heart; I will sing your praises before the gods.I bow before your holy Temple as I worship. I praise your name for your unfailing love and faithfulness;for your promises are backed by all the honor of your name.As soon as I pray, you answer me;you encourage me by giving
Nov 16, 2016
Christmas 2016 Gift Guides
There’s something for everyone! From the foodie to the history buff, the creative to the kids, we have gift guides to satisfy the wishes of every reader this Christmas. Browse the guides below! For the C.S. Lewis Enthusiast For the Literature Lover For the Movie Lover For the Sports Fanatic For the Animal Lover For
Nov 11, 2016
New Faith That Sticks Category Pages!
Faith that Sticks offers a variety of stickers for every occasion and season. They’ll add color to any project including crafts, Sunday school lessons, scrapbooks, and more! Now, you can interact with the Bible in a fresh new way with the Faith That Sticks collection of Scripture stickers. These colorable stickers are tangible reminders of
Nov 10, 2016
Why the Tyndale House Foundation Supports Causes around the World
Tyndale House Foundation was established by Kenneth and Margaret Taylor in 1963—a year after the initial publication of Living Letters, the New Testament Epistles paraphrased by Dr. Taylor. Though the Taylors had a large family (ten children) and lived on a modest income, Dr. Taylor had a strong conviction that the royalties from Living Letters should be given
Nov 6, 2016
What’s Your Gratitude Style? Take the Quiz to Find Out!
Always be joyful. Never stop praying. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17 (NLT) How do you express your gratitude to God and others? Take this short quiz to find out! We all need to be encouraged to be grateful, especially on the hard days. Are you looking for a seasonal pick-me-up? If so, sign up for the Gratitude Devotional Series! You’ll receive
Nov 6, 2016
Unlocking the Greatest Gift Sale
Special Holiday Set: Free ornament pack with the purchase of a book! (While supplies last.) Based on the overwhelming success of The Greatest Gift, Ann Voskamp has expanded her presentation of the timeless Advent tradition of the Jesse Tree so families can celebrate together. Each day, families can read the provided Scripture passage (in connection with
Nov 4, 2016
The Case for Cultivating Obedience in Your Children
This excerpt is from Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World by Kristen Welch. Maybe it’s just our house, but sometimes it’s easier to ignore disobedience. We let our kids act out, blame their behavior on being tired, and look the other way. Sometimes. But once we decide the consequence (in most cases I second guess
Oct 17, 2016
Beyond Suffering Bible Brings Hope When Struggles Seem Endless
There is hardly a person who doesn’t know someone dealing with a disability, disease, chronic illness, or other form of personal suffering. Bestselling author, singer, and radio host Joni Eareckson Tada acknowledges this in the Beyond Suffering Bible, the first study Bible to directly address those who suffer and the people who love and care for them. It’s filled with
Oct 17, 2016
How to Trust & Believe Like a Child
As Crystal Bowman drove into the parking lot of Little Angels Preschool on a warm September morning in 1973, she was not smiling. Preschool was not her plan—she wanted to teach algebra. After a few weeks she began to hear God whisper, “Trust me. This is what I created you to do. I gave you the gift
Oct 17, 2016
Joel C. Rosenberg, Author of First Hostage, Reports on ISIS
By Joel C. Rosenberg, originally posted here. After many delays, the battle to liberate Mosul from a hellish ISIS nightmare is about to begin. Here’s the latest. UPDATE: The battle for Mosul began in the early morning hours of Monday, October 17th. Here’s one of the first reports from the BBC. The good news: two years after the Islamic
Oct 17, 2016
Tyndale Finds Uncommon Fellowship at the Catalyst Conference
Tyndale House recently attended the Catalyst Leadership Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. The Catalyst Conference is a leadership event series that unifies, equips, and challenges leaders who love the church. Tyndale has attended Catalyst for the last seven years. This year, Tyndale shared about its current and upcoming releases and gave away 150 signed copies of Under
Oct 17, 2016
Flash the Donkey Makes New Friends
Hee-haw! A stray donkey with a penchant for inventions is taken in by a mismatched collection of barnyard friends. Flash the Donkey Makes New Friends is the heartwarming story of a not-so-ordinary donkey who needs a special place to belong. Flash is the inquisitive type who loves to invent things and solve problems, but his curiosity sometimes
Oct 12, 2016
Candace Calvert Romance Novel Sale for Sweetest Day
Sweetest Day is October 15th! To get you ready to celebrate with your loved ones we have lowered the price on titles from Candace Calvert’s Crisis Team series. Get By Your Side and Step by Step at a discounted price for a limited time. Candace writes medical romances that will inspire and entertain you. This
Oct 10, 2016
How You Can Celebrate Pastor Appreciation Month
Elders who do their work well should be respected and paid well, especially those who work hard at both preaching and teaching.1 Timothy 5:17 Dear brothers and sisters, honor those who are your leaders in the Lord’s work. They work hard among you and give you spiritual guidance. Show them great respect and wholehearted love
Oct 4, 2016
Here’s Why You Need to Quit Being a Peacekeeper
“God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God.” —Matthew 5:9 Jesus spoke these words during the Sermon on the Mount. It is one of eight blessings in the Gospel of Matthew commonly known as the Beatitudes. It is very important for us as Christians to understand this
Oct 3, 2016
We Are the Starry Eyed: MOMcon 2016
When was the last time you felt fully alive? The last time you were so swept up with wonder that it took your breath away? That kindness made you feel powerful? Or audacious hope unraveled fear? This is the year to experience all of it. MOPS International Leadership Conference 2016 took place September 29 – October 1,
Oct 3, 2016
Reflections on How God Speaks through Nature
Earth Psalms is a weekly devotional filled with reflections on how God speaks through nature. Beloved author Francine Rivers invites you to join her in seeking the Creator through the marvelous natural world we live in. Francine shares observations she’s gathered over a lifetime of exploring—abroad and in her own backyard—and reflects on how they might
Oct 3, 2016
Go Behind the Scenes of Crazy4Fiction
Crazy4Fiction? We have a book for you! Do you ever wonder what kind of book to read next? Do you find yourself looking for your next favorite author? Look no further! Our Crazy4Fiction.com team put together a list of authors to try based on the genres you love. The mission of Tyndale House Publishers is to minister to the
Oct 3, 2016
New Ways to Explore the Bible with Living Expressions
Be inspired with the Living Expressions Collection… Aesthetically pleasing, thoughtfully designed, and overflowing with life-giving truth, Living Expressions invites you to explore God’s Word and express your creativity in ways that are refreshing to the spirit and restorative to the soul. In the midst of an ocean of coloring books and journals, Living Expressions blends
Sep 26, 2016
Make Your Voice Heard with One Vote
One Vote can help you make sure your voice is heard. In One Vote, Dr. Ben Carson makes an urgent, nonpartisan, and unbiased plea for every American citizen to exercise the power of their vote in every election. This convenient and easy-to-use book will give you everything you need to become an informed voter. After reading this book, you
Sep 19, 2016
What the Little Boy Nobody Expected to Live Is Teaching the World about Life
“Each moment in the life of a parent, with or without a child who has special needs, is a moment that can be used to teach, to serve, to love the lives we live, and to be thankful that we have been given the opportunity and ability to share this beautiful world with our children.”
Sep 19, 2016
Join the Inspire Bible TOUR!
The Inspire Bible TOUR is coming to a U.S. city near you! Tyndale House Publishers is partnering with Amber Bolton for a TOUR across America offering Inspire Bible Creative Journaling Workshops. Amber Bolton is currently booking two-hour-long workshops with churches and ministries. Inspire Bible creative journaling workshops will offer participants the opportunity to explore God’s word creatively and experience a fresh approach to
Sep 6, 2016
The Four Virtues of Kingdom Marriage
Reading the Gauge The primary work for us to do to achieve unity in our marriages is the work of preservation, or perhaps in more modern terminology, the work of conservation. The work of conservation is concerned with protecting the environment from threats that would erode the natural habitat. To do this work well, we
Sep 2, 2016
The Secret to Raising Modern-Day Princesses
Modern Day Princess was founded by Doreen Hanna after she recognized the need for a rite of passage into womanhood for teen girls in our society more than a decade ago. In 2002, she was invited to a summit at Focus on the Family for those who had recognized that same need in our culture.
Sep 2, 2016
Hidden in My Heart Scripture Memory Bible Helps Children Hide Scripture in Their Hearts
Have you ever had a song get stuck in your head that you just couldn’t get out? Maybe it was a carpet commercial jingle, a Disney animated film song, or even a traveling tune favorite like “Wheels on the Bus.” This happens not only to adults but also to children. In fact, music is a
Aug 28, 2016
Ben-Hur Debuts in Theatres
As one of the bestselling stories of all time, Lew Wallace’s Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ has captivated and enthralled millions around the world—both in print and on the big screen. Based on Wallace’s epic novel, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM) and Paramount Pictures released BEN-HUR in theaters nationwide on August 19. In advance of the
Aug 22, 2016
Get an Inside Look at Tyndale Fiction
In episode 19 of the Tyndale Arc podcast, acquisitions and social media editor Shaina Turner walks us through the process of fiction acquisition and gives a sneak peek into what her daily duties look like. The acquisition process differs slightly depending on the company and department, but at Tyndale House Crazy4Fiction, we start off by
Aug 16, 2016
Meb Keflezighi Runs to Overcome
“Mebrahtom Keflezighi, known to all as Meb, will be the oldest U.S. Olympic runner in history when he toes the starting line of the men’s marathon in Rio de Janeiro on Aug. 21. Keflezighi secured his place on the U.S. Olympic team with a 2:12:21 finish for second place at the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials in
Aug 1, 2016
Flipside Stories: Teaching Kids the Importance of Different Perspectives
The Bible is so much more than just a collection of stories. It is an overarching view of God’s love for us from the beginning of time. And every character in every Biblical narrative has their own perspective on what happened. For instance, have you ever wondered what that big fish was thinking when he
Aug 1, 2016
Tyndale’s Interns Share about Their Experiences
Every summer, Tyndale invites a group of interns to experience the world of publishing. Tyndale hosted five interns in four different departments this year. Amy Ballance, Design intern, and Elijah Erickson and Hannah Bolds, Social Media interns, share about what they’ve learned during their time at Tyndale. They also share their favorite parts of their jobs and an
Aug 1, 2016
Tony Dungy Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame
The following article was written by Todd Starowitz, Director of Public Relations at Tyndale House Publishers. It’s tough to have a book tour without an author. Minutes before our promotional marathon for the eventual New York Times number-one bestseller Quiet Strength was to begin, the person in the starring role was nowhere to be found.
Jul 25, 2016
Tyndale’s Hosts Its Annual Picnic
Tyndale’s annual Summer Picnic was held on July 14th at Pottawattamie Park in St. Charles. Over 370 people attended the Hawaiian themed party. Tyndale employees and their families were invited to play mini-golf, soccer, and sand volleyball, or to test their skills in limbo, Bingo, and a Hawaiian trivia game. A Hawaiian Bake Off and
Jul 18, 2016
Tyndale Attends UNITE 2016
The Christian Booksellers Association (CBA) International Christian Retail Show was held in the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, June 26–29, 2016. CBA has hosted at least one convention per year since 1950. The UNITE theme “is a call to action for the industry to come together to fulfill the Great Commission of Matthew 28,” said CBA
Jul 18, 2016
The Mind of Terror Shows What It Takes to Have a Mind of Peace
In today’s seething caldron of attacks and counterattacks, we can drive ourselves crazy trying to understand what motivates the mind of a terrorist. But sooner or later, we need to take a deep breath and raise a contrasting question: What motivates a mind of peace? What wires the brain of a person who leans toward harmony and
Jul 8, 2016
Benjamin Watson Shares Why He Holds onto Hope in the Midst of Trying Times
Ferguson, Charleston, Baton Rouge, Falcon Heights, and now Dallas are cities where the fallout of racial division has erupted into violence and opened our wounds even wider. We need to come to together in unity, and begin an honest and healing conversation about race in America. Benjamin Watson, a veteran tight end for the NFL’s
Jul 4, 2016
Girls Life Application Study Bible Answers Questions about God and Life
The Girls Life Application Study Bible is the only Bible for tween girls based on the #1–selling Life Application Study Bible. This new edition includes over 800 Life Application notes plus revamped features and brand-new Foundations for Your Faith sections all intended to help girls grow in their Christian faith. The eight full-color and fun
Jun 30, 2016
13 Ways to Give Back during Independence Week
The following excerpt is from American Patriots: Answering the Call to Freedom by Rick Santorum. I’ve always felt blessed to have grown up in a home with an immigrant parent whose father brought him to this country in search of freedom and opportunity. As a child, I knew that the people I loved and respected
Jun 21, 2016
Tyndale’s Mission Travels around the World
Tyndale’s commitment to minister to the spiritual needs of people affects more than the work life of its employees. This mission often influences employees personally, and Tyndale’s president, Jeff Johnson, is no exception. From March 29 to April 10, 2016, Jeff traveled with a team of twelve from Wheaton Bible Church to help church partners
Jun 20, 2016
Journey To Jesus: How to Build Christ-centered Friendships with Muslims
As violent persecution against Christians around the world intensifies, it’s no wonder many Americans are increasingly afraid and suspicious of Muslims. Globally, there are around 1.6 billion Muslims alive today—the largest un-evangelized group in the world. Yet, in recent years, God has sovereignly brought more than 5 million Muslims to the United States. In fact, the
Jun 13, 2016
The Compassion Experience Comes to Tyndale
Interactive Tour Immerses Visitors into Daily Life in Another Country Tyndale House Publishers is honored to host Compassion International, a leading authority on child sponsorship which releases children from poverty globally, when it brings and its tour, “The Compassion Experience”, to our corporate headquarters in Carol Stream, June 16-20. The event will educate visitors about
Jun 7, 2016
How One Woman Saved Her Assassin and Lived to Tell the Story
I should be dead. Buried under an unmarked grave in Romania. Obviously, I am not. God had other plans. Bucharest, Romania 1984 Miruna, my legal assistant peeked into my office doorway. “A big man in the waiting room says he wants to discuss a case.” She shrugged. “That’s all he will tell me.” My desk
Jun 6, 2016
The Man Behind Tyndale House Publishers’ Name
Names are important. They give purpose, guide conclusions, and prompt action. Tyndale House Publishers was named after Englishman William Tyndale. Dr. Ken Taylor explains why in his autobiography, My Life: A Guided Tour: “Every company needs a name, even a company with only one product. I had always been fascinated by the story of the sixteenth-century Englishman William Tyndale.
May 30, 2016
Tyndale Travels to Haiti for Its Annual Mission Trip
In 2013, a group from Tyndale traveled to Haiti in partnership with Bethany International, a Christian missions training and sending organization dedicated to mobilizing disciples of Jesus and the church worldwide for the increase of God’s Kingdom. While there, current president of Tyndale Jeff Johnson discovered that Haitian pastor Herode Guillomettre also had a passion
May 23, 2016
Tyndale’s Plowboys Softball Team Takes the Field
Nestled in the corner of Carol Stream, one of Chicago’s fine western suburbs, you’ll find a couple of fields meticulously maintained by the local parks department. On any given Thursday night in May and June, you’ll find accountants, editors, marketing managers, vice presidents, mail clerks, warehouse workers, and more gathering together to participate in one
May 15, 2016
Create a Beautiful Spiritual Legacy with the Inspire Bible
Inspire is a single-column, wide-margin New Living Translation Bible that will be a cherished resource for coloring and creative art journaling. It is the first Bible of its kind—with over 400 beautiful line-art illustrations spread throughout the Bible. There are all kinds of supplies that are great for Bible journaling and coloring, so how do
May 15, 2016
The LASB Becomes Pastors’ “Bible School in a Book”
I remember when God began to plant the seed in my heart. It was after finding out that there are more than two million untrained pastors in the world today. I was shocked! I thought, Tyndale has the Life Application Study Bible (LASB); the global church has a great need to equip pastors. Could we
May 15, 2016
Adventures in Odyssey Celebrates its 30th Anniversary
The Ultimate Road Trip: Family Vacation Collection Fasten your seat belts and settle in for a road trip adventure with the folks from Odyssey. Whether it’s surfing with Rodney Rathbone in Hawaii, running from a mad bull with Eugene Meltsner in Mexico, or chasing down a family fortune with Wooton Bassett in Alaska, you never
May 9, 2016
Tessa Afshar Gives Life to a Well-Known Biblical Story in Land of Silence
A personal message from author Tessa Afshar. The only time Jesus addresses a woman as daughter is in the story of the woman with the issue of blood (Matthew 9:20-22; Mark 5:25-34; Luke 8:43-48). There are no throwaway words in Jesus’s vocabulary. He selects each term with profound intention. We can therefore assume that he
May 9, 2016
$1 Million Raised for 100,000 Africa Study Bibles
Tyndale House Publishers Helps Create and Raise 1 Million Dollars for 100,000 Africa Study Bibles. “The Africa Study Bible is a project that has almost unprecedented ability to positively influence the body of Christ in Africa, perhaps more than other single continental-wide project in the history of Christianity.” –Dr. Danny McCain, University of Jos, Nigeria Millions of
May 9, 2016
The Place Where Love Grows
Unwrapping the Greatest Gift by Ann Voskamp was recently awarded a 2016 ECPA Christian Book Award®. The Christian Book Award® program recognizes the highest quality in Christian books and Bibles and is among the oldest and most prestigious awards program in the religious publishing industry. Finalists are selected in seven categories: Bibles, Fiction, Children, Inspiration, Bible Reference, Non-Fiction and New Author. Unwrapping
May 2, 2016
4 Aspects of Welcoming Others
God the Father extends a welcome to everyone. When we are willing to welcome like the Father, we reflect his unconditional acceptance. The challenge we face is in knowing how to welcome others, communicating genuine acceptance while expecting nothing in return. How can you become one of those people who provides the kind of full
May 2, 2016
Tyndale Honors Founder’s Day
Kenneth Taylor was the director of Moody Literature Mission (MLM) in the 1950s. In a letter to his wife while traveling in West Africa in 1954, he described a critical decision that set the course for the rest of his life. The issue Dr. Taylor was struggling with: The funds for this MLM ministry trip
Apr 25, 2016
Margaret Taylor, Co-founder of Tyndale House Publishers, Celebrates Her 99th Birthday
Happy Mother’s Day to all of the mothers in our lives! We at Tyndale House would like to honor a special lady who has played a very important part in our corporate history. Imagine being the mother of ten children. Can you wrap your mind around that? Now imagine having 28 grandchildren. And finally, imagine
Apr 18, 2016
Tyndale Participates in the Passover Experience with Justin Kron
On April 7, 2016, Tyndale employees participated in the Passover Experience with Justin Kron. The purpose of this interactive presentation was to gain a greater understanding of the Jewish roots of our faith and engage in God’s story of redemption through “the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29).
Apr 17, 2016
Insight into Persecution in the Middle East from They Say We Are Infidels by Mindy Belz
The following excerpt is from preface xiii-xvi of They Say We Are Infidels by Mindy Belz. Odisho Yousif choked on baked dust and felt gravel tear into his cheek. His chest throbbed where the man his captors called “Commander” had kicked him. Odisho’s breath came in sharp heaves as he looked up at the Commander towering over
Apr 10, 2016
Living Legacy Archive Holds Stories of Tyndale’s Past
Tyndale celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2012. This prompted CEO Mark Taylor and Executive Administrative Assistant Bonnie Cain to discuss the need for an archives system to capture significant moments in Tyndale’s history. This conversation led to the beginning of Tyndale’s Living Legacy. Thousands of letters, photos, recordings, reports, and newsletters have been saved in a searchable database
Apr 4, 2016
The Case for Coloring: 9 Benefits of Pulling Out Your Colored Pencils
Grab your colored pencils and get ready to refresh your spirit with this coloring book devotional journey! Restore My Soul is a beautiful, interactive devotional designed to celebrate our unique creativity and connect us with the ultimate Creator. Take a look at the nine reasons to pull out your colored pencils and return to your
Apr 4, 2016
LittWorld 2015: Reaching Publishers in 50 Nations
In November 2015, Christian publishers, writers, editors, and designers from around the world met in Singapore for the triennial LittWorld conference. It was the largest event yet with 278 attendees from 51 countries. Tyndale was represented by Editor Anisa Baker, Editorial Director Dan Elliott, Senior Editor Kim Miller, Senior Editor Stephanie Rische, and Assistant Editorial
Mar 28, 2016
Meet Tyndale’s President
Get to know Jeff Johnson, President and Chief Operating Officer, as he shares the heart behind Tyndale’s mission. Jeff was promoted to President on Friday, January 2, 2016. Jeff first joined Tyndale as a stock runner in 1986 and climbed the ranks, becoming Director of Human Resources and Administrative Services in 1988, VP of Publishing Services in 1998, and
Mar 21, 2016
Life’s Triumph over Death: A Message from Mark Taylor
A message from Mark D. Taylor, CEO of Tyndale. It’s hard to imagine how Jesus’ disciples felt when their friend and gentle hero was brutally killed by Roman soldiers. He had spent three years preaching that the Kingdom of Heaven had arrived. He had healed hundreds—perhaps thousands—of people. He had performed all kinds of miracles.
Mar 16, 2016
Tyndale’s 12th Annual Pancake Breakfast
On Friday, March 11, 2016, Tyndale held its 12th annual Pancake Breakfast. Every year, the Tyndale Executive team serves pancakes, sausage, fruit, and coffee to over 200 employees. It’s one of Tyndale’s favorite events! The first Pancake Breakfast was held on March 8, 2005. The idea came from the Executive Retreat at Starved Rock in
Feb 22, 2016
Tyndale Distributes Over 200,000 Bibles in China
Five years ago, Tyndale explored how to purchase Chinese-language Bibles and create a cause campaign with Christian retailers to help provide God’s Word to the millions of Christians in China who do not have Bibles. It was amazing to think that God would use us to help reach the largest population on earth with the gospel. There
Jan 27, 2016
Tyndale’s History Comes Alive
For Dr. Kenneth Taylor, making Scripture accessible for all people was his life’s passion. Concerned that his ten children were having a hard time understanding the King James Bible, Taylor began paraphrasing the scriptures, so they could better understand the nightly Bible readings. In 1954, as he rode the commuter train to his job in
Jan 26, 2016
Open Your Eyes to Truth with the Illustrated Study Bible NLT
The Word of God is alive and powerful. We need constant reminders, as it’s easy to get caught in the routine, the day to day. For the past couple of years I have gotten to be a part of an amazing project. We started with Taylor’s simple premise and asked ourselves, what would it take
Jan 26, 2016
Under Our Skin: Benjamin Watson Speaks Out about Racial Justice
Can it ever get better? Is there hope for honest, healing conversations about race? Benjamin Watson, a veteran tight end for the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens, has rapidly become one of the most well-respected voices in American culture. His heartfelt and thoughtful essays on cultural hot topics such as the shooting of Michael Brown by a
Jan 14, 2016
All the Places to Go…How Will You Know? Discover God’s Will for Your Life
“…See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut…” Revelation 3:8a Life is full of tough decisions. How do I know if he/she is “the one”? Which college should I go to? What should I major in? Which job should I take? Which church should we attend? Should I change
Jan 14, 2016
The Wayfinding Bible Provides Every Believer with a Unique Journey
Have you wanted to read through the Bible, but been challenged by its complexity? The Wayfinding Bible can help—it’s drawn from the same science that architects and urban planners use to help people find their way from one point to another without getting lost. The Bible is more than a thousand pages long. Yet, The
Jan 14, 2016
I Was Blind (Dating), But Now I See
There are days when it feels like you’re stuck in the waiting room of life. Everyone else is moving on to the next thing—getting married, buying a house, starting a family—and despite all your striving and trying and praying, you still find yourself stuck. What I was starting to learn in the midst of my
Jan 8, 2016
How Your Purchase Makes an Impact Around the World
The Tyndale House Foundation is the non-profit arm of the larger Tyndale enterprise. Its purpose is to minister to the spiritual needs of people, primarily through grants to other Christian charities. The Foundation was established by Kenneth and Margaret Taylor in 1963, just a year after they had founded Tyndale House Publishers. It was the
Jan 26, 2016
Tyndale to Publish Faith That Sticks Brand
Whether they’re for home, school, church, or the office, these stickers add fun embellishment to letters, cards, scrapbooks, certificates, charts, games, crafts…anything that needs a special touch. Browse Tyndale.com for over 100 styles, from the Nativity and Christmas to Easter, Scripture, Bible stories, smiley faces, animals, classic symbols of the Christian faith, and more. There’s
Jan 26, 2016
Will You Speak Out? Gain Courage with Counter Culture by David Platt
We live in a culture where we are constantly submerged in discussions about race and racism. We have conversations and host forums, sponsor debates and foster dialogues, write articles and give speeches about how to solve racial tension in our culture. But could it be that we’re grasping for solutions to a problem we’ve grossly
Jan 26, 2016
What We Can Learn from Winston Churchill
Winston Churchill inspired a nation to persevere during its darkest hour—drawing strength from his sense of destiny, and personal faith in God. His public life was marked by danger and humiliation. In the excerpts below from God and Churchill by Jonathan Sandys and Wallace Henley, you’ll discover how these adversities brought repentance, optimism, and a
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