BCNN1/BCBC National Bestsellers List - Non-Fiction - July 2010
Explore the BCNN1/BCBC National Bestsellers List for Non-Fiction in July 2010. Discover the top-rated books that captivated readers nationwide, featuring must-read titles from the 2010 BCBC and BCNN1 rankings.
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The Blueprint
by Kirk Franklin
The gospel artist describes the family challenges that hampered his youth, his dedication to helping others, and his street-wise perspectives on such topics as faith, family responsibilities, and African-American identity.
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The Blueprint
by J. Kenneth Blackwell
In this urgent and unsettling book, leading conservative Ken Blackwell and constitutional attorney and journalist Ken Klukowski expose President Barack Obama's blueprint. They identify a pattern of unconstitutional acts that form Obama's plan to build a big-government collectivist society on the ruins of our Founding Fathers' nation. It's coordinated. It's dangerous. And it's real.
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Left to Tell
by Immaculée Ilibagiza
Presents the true story of a woman who endures the murder of her family as a result of genocide in Rwanda and turns to prayer for strength, love, and forgiveness.
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Uncommon
by Tony Dungy
Super Bowl-winning coach Dungy reflects on what it takes to achieve significance.
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World War Me
by Jamal Bryant
Landmines, Sniper attacks, Sabotages. All "war" words to describe enemy activity. But what if the enemy is you? What if you are your own worst enemy? Jamal-Harrison Bryant presents a remarkably transparent yet instructional guide to overcoming self-defeat. World War Me: How to Win the War I Lost goes straight to the heart of most enemy attacks--fear, temptation, desperation--and offers time-honored solutions to winning the war called "ME."
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The Power to Prosper
by Michelle Singletary
In her softcover book The Power to Prosper, award-winning writer Michelle Singletary has a field-tested financial challenge for you. For twenty-one days, you will put away your credit cards and buy only what you need for survival. With Michelle's guidance during this three-week financial fast, you'll discover how to: * Break your spending habit * Handle money with your significant other or your spouse * Break your bondage to debt with the Debt Dash Plan * Make smart investments * Be prepared for any contingency with a Life Happens Fund * Stop worrying about money and find the priceless power of financial peace As you discover practical ways to achieve financial freedom, you'll experience something even more amazing ... your faith and generosity will increase, too.
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Commanding Your Morning
by Cindy Trimm
Following the style of Trimms bestselling books, this small book is based upon the biblical principle of beginning ones day with a prayer strategy that allows believers to take command of the morning through spoken declarations that activate Gods power in his or her life.
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One in a Million
by Priscilla Shirer
Popular Bible teacher Shirer goes beyond talk to show how readers can apply what they hear in church every week to how we live every day.
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Liberty Versus the Tyranny of Socialism
by Walter Edward Williams
Collection of syndicated newspaper columns offers opinions on education, health, the environment, government, law and society, race, and other topics.
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Quiet Strength
by Tony Dungy
A biography of the coach of the Indianapolis Colts and the first African American football coach to lead his team to a Superbowl victory concentrates on his religious life as well as his career in football.
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Take the Risk
by Ben Carson
A world-renowned neurosurgeon explores the relationship between risk and faith, sharing the daily risks he takes in hundreds of complex surgeries on the brain and spinal cord and how those risks are an essential part of living as God designed. 75,000 first printing. $30,000 ad/promo.
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For Married Women Only
by Tony Evans
Evans explains how wives can submit to their husbands' spiritual leadership, cultivate a "gentle and quiet spirit," and experience God's protection and peace when their husbands fall short.
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Discerning the Voice of God
by Priscilla Shirer
From the Old Testament prophets to modern-day believers, noted author and speaker Shirer walks the reader through Scripture that captures the method and tone of God's communication and teaches the reader to beware of counterfeit voices.
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Uncle Sam's Plantation
by Star Parker
Uncle Sam's Plantation is an incisive look at how government manipulates, controls, and ultimately devastates the lives of the poor--and what Americans must do to stop it. Once a hustler and welfare addict who was chewed up and spit out by the ruthless welfare system, Star Parker sheds much needed light on the bungled bureaucratic attempts to end poverty and reveals the insidious deceptions perpetrated by self-serving politicians. "Star Parker rocks the world. She is an iconoclast that must be listened to and reckoned with." ?Sean Hannity "Star Parker's important new book helps advance the understanding--critical for all Americans--that prosperity does not come from government and politics but results from men and women of character and high moral fiber living and working in freedom." ?Larry Kudlow "Star Parker's new book brings us back to eternal truths--faith, family, love, and responsibility." ?Dr. Laura Schlessinger "Casts new light on the redemptive power of freedom." ?Rush Limbaugh
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Think Big
by Ben Carson
Ben Carson shares the story of how he transformed himself from the dumbest student in his fifth grade class into a Yale graduate and pediatric neurosurgeon, and tells of some of the people who inspired him to achieve in his studies and in life.
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Prayers That Bring Change
by Kimberly Daniels
Use the authority God has given you to move to the next level in your prayer life with this collection of proclamation prayers by best-selling author Kimberly Daniels. More than just a book on how to pray, Prayers That Bring Change is filled with actual prayers based on biblical principles that will help you live victoriously in every situation you face. Learn to break the powers of darkness and release the blessings and favor of God in your life.
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Be U
by Mary Mary
Be the "U" God intended: Be Honest. Be Beautiful. Be Intentional. Be Strong. Be You! In this inspirational book by popular performers Mary Mary, the heart and faith of this urban gospel duo permeates every page and motivates young women to be the "U" that God created you to be. In it, Mary Mary reminds readers that to "Be U" has more to do with the strength God puts in our hearts than it does with how we look on the outside. Itâs all about seeing ourselves as God sees us: beautiful, forgiven, cherished, and loved. Inspired by Mary Maryâs popular songs, each message is complemented by journaling questions that make the message real, scriptures that inspire readers to grow strong, and a "Be U Affirmation" that helps readers boldly stand on the promises of God. The mission of Mary Mary is to encourage young women to discover the true beauty that lies within, as they inspire an awareness of natural beauty and a celebration of inner uniqueness. Professing their faith in God, they consistently promote a message of strong family values and the joy of being a woman.
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Understanding the Purpose and Power of Woman
by Myles Munroe
To live successfully in the world, women need to know that role they play. They need a new awareness of who they are and new skills to meet today's challenges. Myles Munroe helps women discover who they are. Whether you are a woman or a man, married or single, this book will help you to understand the woman as she was meant to be.
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Before You Do
by T.D. Jakes
Bishop Jakes turns his attention and his teachings to the topic of relationships in this new book. "Before You Do" explains the 25 things that people need to know--whether they are single or married--to make great decisions in any relationship.
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Led by Faith
by Immaculee Ilibagiza
For three months in the spring of 1994, the African nation of Rwanda descended into one of the most vicious and bloody genocides the world has ever seen. ImmaculĂ©e Ilibagiza, a young university student, miraculously survived the savage killing spree that left most of her family, friends, and a million of her fellow citizens dead. ImmaculĂ©eâs remarkable story of survival was documented in her first book, Left to Tell: Discovering God Amidst the Rwandan Holocaust.In Led By Faith, ImmaculĂ©e takes us with her as her remarkable journey continues. Through her simple and eloquent voice, we experience her hardships and heartache as she struggles to survive and to find meaning and purpose in the aftermath of the holocaust. It is the story of a naĂŻve and vulnerable young woman, orphaned and alone, navigating through a bleak and dangerously hostile world with only an abiding faith in God to guide and protect her. ImmaculĂ©e fends off sinister new predators, seeks out and comforts scores of children orphaned by the genocide, and searches for love and companionship in a land where hatred still flourishes. Then, fearing again for her safety as Rwandaâs war-crime trials begin, ImmaculĂ©e flees to America to begin a new chapter of her life as a refugee and immigrantâa stranger in a strange land.With the same courage and faith in God that led her through the darkness of genocide, ImmaculĂ©e discovers a new life that was beyond her wildest dreams as a small girl in a tiny village in one of Africaâs poorest countries.It is in the United States, her adopted country, where ImmaculĂ©e can finally look back at all that has happened to her and truly understand why God spared her life . . . so that she would be left to tell her story to the world.
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Always Sisters
by CeCe Winans
Becoming the princess God intended you to be has a lot to do with discovering -- who you are as His daughter and who you can be as a sister to those who walk beside you. Award-winning singer CeCe Winans has a heart for God and a heart for you and your future. And in the pages of this book, she shares her heart and her vision for you as a daughter of the King of Kings. Each day's devotional will help you grow more and more into the princess you were created to be. You'll find -- - a message from CeCe's heart to yours - scriptures to guide you in your royal walk as a princess - journaling questions to help you look into yourself and into God's Word - an Always Sisters Sister Tip to help you be a sister to the princess beside you It takes just twenty-one days to make a new habit. The twenty-one devotional messages in this book were designed to bring out the princess in you. They form a crown that you can wear again and again.
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Walk Like You Have Somewhere To Go
by Lucille O'Neal
âIn Walk Like You Have Somewhere to Go Lucille will take you on a 40-year journey from âmental welfare to mental wealth.â You will laughâyou may cryâand in the process you will be encouraged, enlightened, and empowered.â âPaula White, author of Dare to Dream: See Yourself as God Sees You As the mother of one of the greatest athletes of all time, her journey is exceptional; but her story reveals that she is more than just âShaquille OâNealâs mom.â Lucille OâNeal is a woman you know, a woman you understand. Perhaps your own journey resembles hers. OâNeal has been a rebellious teen, a single mother, a wife, a college student, a divorcĂ©e, and, above all, a woman of unique courage. Acquainted early in life with turmoil, OâNealâs circumstances shaped her perspective and strengthened her resolve to overcome the challenges she would encounter later in life. She has endured poverty, rejection, abuse, addiction, and the illness of a child, yet today her faith and compassion for others are stronger than ever. OâNeal writes candidlyâand often humorouslyâabout her years of spiritual unrest and mental warfare, and her return to the God of her childhood. In Walk Like You Have Somewhere to Go, OâNeal shares her struggles and disappointments against the backdrop of her sweetest memories and proudest accomplishments. After fifty-five years, OâNeal has gained the wisdom to recognize her wrongs and guide others down a different path. Her story is proof that itâs never too late for a new beginning.
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Rules of Engagement
by Cindy Trimm
Trimm identifies the principalities and subordinate spirits that operate in the kingdom of darkness, and reveals how to expose the weapons of warfare and be victorious.
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Click
by George C. Fraser
Does the thought of networking make you cringe? In this book you will find ten simple principles that will dispel your dread of networking forever and reveal a proven path to success and happiness. Imagine mastering the skills to create an extraordinary marriage, lifelong friendships, or powerful and enriching business relationships. That is what awaits you in Click: the tools to tap into the richest resource on the planet--other people--no matter how hard it's been for you to do so in the past. In Click you will discover the Ten Truths for connecting with people: Tailor your relationships--to consciously create the perfect fit Be authentic--attract what you love and what loves you Trust first--release your real power Communicate with your heart--a new source of intelligence Love, give, serve, add value--then watch what comes back Bless them and release them--learn the lessons and move on Be open to everything--you can remake your life Make peace, not war, with words--create belief and confidence It takes teamwork to make the dream work--seek caring, creative allies Nurture your relationships--they are the core of your success A new world opens with networking. But George Fraser doesn't stop there. He shows you how to go from networking to connecting--when you experience that heartfelt feeling of trust and exciting burst of energy with someone. And then when you each willingly add special value to each other and achieve more together than either of you could achieve alone, that's when you're clicking.
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God's Gonna Make You Laugh
by Noel Jones
"When we are able to tap into the humurous side of life, the erupting laughter becomes a mighty healing stream." Many believers cannot accept that laughter is part of God's relationship with us. But it is! Watching Him fulfill His purpose for us should cause joy and, yes, laughter to well up in our hearts and overflow out of our mouths. Bishop Noel Jones shares his exciting and challenging truths about God, laughter, and promises fulfilled.
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Points of Power
by Yolanda Adams
Over five million listeners tune in to hear Yolanda Adams's Points of Power, a segment in her daily radio show that inspires people by applying biblical truths to present-day realities. In her first book, Yolanda Adams transfers that winning segment into a reader's delight. In this highly accessible manual for daily living, she shares stories from her and others's personal experiences, showing readers how to access God's love and grace in their modern world and troubles. By revealing how Yolanda and other human beings have transcended the world's difficulties, POINTS OF POWER empowers readers to face trouble with confidence in the God who never fails.
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My American Journey
by Colin L. Powell
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER âą âA great American success story . . . an endearing and well-written book.ââThe New York Times Book Review Colin Powell is the embodiment of the American dream. He was born in Harlem to immigrant parents from Jamaica. He knew the rough life of the streets. He overcame a barely average start at school. Then he joined the Army. The rest is historyâVietnam, the Pentagon, Panama, Desert Stormâbut a history that until now has been known only on the surface. Here, for the first time, Colin Powell himself tells us how it happened, in a memoir distinguished by a heartfelt love of country and family, warm good humor, and a soldierâs directness. My American Journey is the powerful story of a life well lived and well told. It is also a view from the mountaintop of the political landscape of America. At a time when Americans feel disenchanted with their leaders, General Powellâs passionate views on family, personal responsibility, and, in his own words, âthe greatness of America and the opportunities it offersâ inspire hope and present a blueprint for the future. An utterly absorbing account, it is history with a vision.
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For Married Men Only
by Tony Evans
Evans explains how wives can submit to their husbands' spiritual leadership, cultivate a "gentle and quiet spirit," and experience God's protection and peace when their husbands fall short.
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Marriage Matters
by Tony Evans
"Most people today view marriage as a means of looking for love, happiness, and fulfillment. Make no mistake about it, those things are important. Those things are critical. They are just not the most critical." -Tony Evans Marriage Matters paints a picture of what it means to have a happy marriage-as God defines happiness. By examining the nature of the covenant and the purpose of marriage, Tony Evans gives steps to developing and maintaining a healthy relationship. In his approachable style, Dr. Evans explains the origins, order, and operation of marriage in its relation to Scripture. If the profound fruits of your marriage have turned into something mundane or the validity of the covenant of marriage eludes you, then join Tony Evans in figuring out why Marriage Matters.
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No More Sheets
by Juanita Bynum
"Juanita Bynum's clear message of sexual morality is one that is needed for those who have not always had someone to talk frankly about such issues. She removes the deep shame surrounding the issue by openly discussing her own path to victory."--T.D. Jakes.
