New Releases by Arnold Ytreeide

Gather the family for an exciting read about Paul''s first missionary journey! Thirteen-year-old Ethan is happiest when he''s hiding between sacks of grain in his mother''s storeroom. There, he''s safe from the world and doesn''t have to be brave or clever like his grandfather Jotham or his father, Amon. But with his famous relatives, Ethan seems destined—or maybe doomed—for adventure. Before long, Ethan is hundreds of miles from home on a journey with the most famous Christian missionary, running from an angry mob wielding clubs and axes and wanting to kill them. How in the world did he end up here? As a reluctant Ethan travels with Paul, Barnabas, and Mark, he begins to learn the importance of courage in the face of trials and of sharing the good news of Jesus. Readers of all ages will enjoy the real events and places of Acts 13–15 from the relatable perspective of thirteen-year-old Ethan, who is the descendant of the beloved characters from Arnold Ytreeide''s hugely popular Christmas and Easter series. This is the perfect read for families at any time of the year.

Mike Danford and Josh Roberts are finally back in their high school science class after taking a couple months off to investigate strange signals from deep in the earth. But now there are strange signals coming from space, and once again their special skills are needed. Admiral Norton is being very secretive about the new mission - he won''t even tell the boys where they''re going. Once they arrive, and learn the truth, they understand why. And then they wish they could be safe and sound back in that high school classroom. Safe and sound is not in their stars, though, and before they know it, Mike, Josh, all their friends, and family are once again working at breakneck speed to solve a mystery and save lives. At least by now they''ve learned that they can''t do that without the guidance of their parents, the help of their friends, and the blessings of their God.

Sixteen-year-old Amon has been part of some incredible things in his short life, especially in the last three years. Jesus has ascended to heaven, Saul has seen the light, and the church in Jerusalem is now well organized. It''s finally time to make his own life his most exciting mission. But every time Amon thinks he''s getting close to being able to build a family and a future, something gets in the way. One of the apostles needs help with something. A Roman tries to stir up trouble. His father volunteers him for something without asking. Amon is becoming convinced that he will never have a normal life. But maybe a normal life isn''t part of God''s plan for him after all. What Amon doesn''t realize is that he''s an eyewitness to some of the most thrilling times in the life of the early church. He''s about to learn that God has a reason for everything and will turn Amon''s challenging circumstances into blessings. Arnold Ytreeide''s beloved characters from his hugely popular Christmas and Easter series are back in this story set within Acts. Full of adventure, friendship, and exciting biblical history, Amon''s Mission is perfect for families to read together at any time of year, bringing the setting of the New Testament to vivid life.

Mike and Josh are plunged into adventure when a friend is injured - and requires a daring feat to save his life.

Best-selling author of family-tailored Lent and Advent books is back with a new adventure Adding to his widely popular Advent and Lent series, well-known author Arnold Ytreeide revisits the Jerusalem of Jesus in this captivating follow-up to Amon''s Adventure. This time, Ytreeide takes families into the life of one of the founders of the church. Thirteen-year-old Amon has just watched Jesus ascend into heaven. What will Christ''s followers do now? In the midst of Amon''s confusion, the apostle Peter hands him an assignment: invent a way for the new Christian church to communicate and meet in secret. It must not be noticed by the penetrating eyes of Jesus'' enemies who are still looking for anyone who dared call him the Messiah. Amon''s task quickly turns dangerous. The Sanhedrin, led by Saul, begins hunting down believers in "The Way," even stoning some to death. Now Amon must walk a treacherous line between finishing the job he was given and working safely around those who would kill him if they knew his secret. Can he dodge cranky Romans and angry Pharisees and find a way for the new church to survive? With short, action-filled chapters, reflections for family devotions, and a foundation of archaeological evidence, Amon''s Secret is a fun and powerful way to connect to the church''s beginnings.

An adventure book for Christian kids - this time Mike and Josh have to build a new machine to accomplish a monumental task, while trying to figure out why someone is trying to blow them up!

A selection of Arnold Ytreeide''s stories brought together as a suite of films.

Every day at school is average and ordinary for fourth grader Jeremy Watson and his friends until one day, late in January, when everything, but everything is different. The teachers don''t teach, the vice-principal leads a daily food fight, and recess lasts for hours. What''s going on here, Jeremy wonders. He and his friends find the explosive answer to that when they discover what''s living - under their teacher''s desk!

Mike and Josh are in trouble again! This timethey''re high in the mountains as they track a creature that''s not even supposed to exist.To get there they must design and build anincredible snow machine. But no machine can keep them safe from the forces that are desperate to stop them. If they''re going to survive, they''ll need the support of their parents and friends, and their faith in God.

A new Advent family devotional from the author of Jotham''s Journey! Fourth in a set of Advent adventure books for families, Ishtar''s Odyssey follows the ten-year-old son of a Persian wise man as their caravan follows a star across the desert. Ishtar would just as soon stay in the comfort of the palace, but slowly he learns that there''s much to see, do, and learn in this world that can''t be experienced in school. He eventually meets Jotham, Bartholomew, and Tabitha as he follows his father and uncles in their search for a newborn king. Arnold Ytreeide''s family advent devotionals have become a much-loved Christmas tradition, enjoyed by multiple generations. With over 100,000 in print they include Jotham''s Journey, Bartholomew''s Passage, and Tabitha''s Travels. - See more at: http://www.kregel.com/childrens-story-books/ishtars-odyssey/#sthash.UaTgkA6T.dpuf A new Advent family devotional from the author of Jotham''s Journey! Fourth in a set of Advent adventure books for families, Ishtar''s Odyssey follows the ten-year-old son of a Persian wise man as their caravan follows a star across the desert. Ishtar would just as soon stay in the comfort of the palace, but slowly he learns that there''s much to see, do, and learn in this world that can''t be experienced in school. He eventually meets Jotham, Bartholomew, and Tabitha as he follows his father and uncles in their search for a newborn king. Arnold Ytreeide''s family advent devotionals have become a much-loved Christmas tradition, enjoyed by multiple generations. With over 100,000 in print they include Jotham''s Journey, Bartholomew''s Passage, and Tabitha''s Travels. A new Advent family devotional from the author of Jotham''s Journey! Fourth in a set of Advent adventure books for families, Ishtar''s Odyssey follows the ten-year-old son of a Persian wise man as their caravan follows a star across the desert. Ishtar would just as soon stay in the comfort of the palace, but slowly he learns that there''s much to see, do, and learn in this world that can''t be experienced in school. He eventually meets Jotham, Bartholomew, and Tabitha as he follows his father and uncles in their search for a newborn king. Arnold Ytreeide''s family advent devotionals have become a much-loved Christmas tradition, enjoyed by multiple generations. With over 100,000 in print they include Jotham''s Journey, Bartholomew''s Passage, and Tabitha''s Travels. - See more at: http://www.kregel.com/childrens-story-books/ishtars-odyssey/#sthash.UaTgkA6T.dpufA new Advent family devotional from the author of Jotham''s Journey! Fourth in a set of Advent adventure books for families, Ishtar''s Odyssey follows the ten-year-old son of a Persian wise man as their caravan follows a star across the desert. Ishtar would just as soon stay in the comfort of the palace, but slowly he learns that there''s much to see, do, and learn in this world that can''t be experienced in school. He eventually meets Jotham, Bartholomew, and Tabitha as he follows his father and uncles in their search for a newborn king. Arnold Ytreeide''s family advent devotionals have become a much-loved Christmas tradition, enjoyed by multiple generations. With over 100,000 in print they include Jotham''s Journey, Bartholomew''s Passage, and Tabitha''s Travels. - See more at: http://www.kregel.com/childrens-story-books/ishtars-odyssey/#sthash.UaTgkA6T.dpuf

This is my story. I tell you this story not because it''s pleasant todo so - at times the humiliation is excruciating. No, it''s not that it''s pleasant. I tell you because I must. For me, for my son, for you. Some of it you''ll think is hyperbole. Some of it you''ll think is a lie. It is not. It is true, all of it. It is my story. My story of how I lost all hope. And then set out to find it again. Thomas Wright

A time or two ago, but not so unrecently, in a place more near than far lived The Most Excellent People. Who were they? They were workers, some, and management too. They were wise ones, and old, though some were young. They were the people who built the Palace, and those who administered it. Until less excellent people took over. The question, though, isn''t really ''who were they?'' Really, only one question needs to be asked. One question alone which has a bit of pertinence, and anything at all to bear on the issue. The only question with which we need concern ourselves is this: Are you one of them? ---- The Most Excellent People is a parable -- a secular parable -- about leadership style, management, and what''s really important. It offers a few thoughts on the state of the world as it is and has always been. It will be inspirational, if you allow it, perhaps even educational. It might even help you decide to be a better you. And if you happen to be in charge of other people -- be they children, employees, parishioners or constituents -- it might just make you a better leader.

Another family "read together" story from popular author Arnold Ytreeide

Contains readings for each day of the Advent season that describe the fate of young Bartholomew after Roman soldiers attack his village and he must travel across Israel in search of his family; and provides candle-lighting instructions.

In this widely popular, exciting story for the advent season, readers follow ten-year-old Jotham across Israel as he searches for his family. Though he faces thieves, robbers, and kidnappers, Jotham also encounters the wise men, shepherds, and innkeepers until at last he finds his way to the Savior born in Bethlehem.

An introductory book on video production for students, teachers, business people, youth pastors -- anyone who wants their video work to look a little more professional. Written from the perspective of a film director, the text not only explains how to shoot video, but how to make it meaningful, and how to use the full spectrum of the visual language to communicate a message to an audience.

Thomas Wright only has one problem. But that one is enough to consume every moment of his life, and cause a regret that burns through his soul. Some might say that his sin wasn''t all that bad. Thomas would argue that any sin that kills a relationship is the deadliest of all. And it''s the death of his relationship with his son that drives him. If only he could go back and erase what he''d done. But of course, he can''t.Or can he?Is it possible to un-do that which you most regret, and thus change the course of time? Thomas is ready to try. And whether it means overcoming phobias, risking his marriage, or throwing himself under the wheels of history, he''ll do whatever it takes to get his son back.

Curious, competent, and courageous Tabitha is the daughter of a shepherd who is taking his family on caravan to his birthplace. Along the way, she meets and becomes friends with Jotham and Bartholomew, watches as Romans take her father prisoner, spends time with Zechariah and Elizabeth, helps Mary and Joseph just before Christ’s birth, and ends her travels at the stable in Bethlehem.