BlackChristianNews/BCBC Bestsellers-Non-Fiction-April 2009-PT 1
Discover the top BCBC Bestsellers in Non-Fiction for April 2009 from BlackChristianNews. Explore inspiring and impactful books that shaped the Black Christian community this month.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Understanding the Purpose and Power of Prayer
by Myles Munroe
God, in all His power and all His majesty, stops and listens when you pray. Dr. Myles Munroe's biblically-based, time-tested principles will ignite and transform the way you pray.
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My American Journey
by Colin L. Powell
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “A great American success story . . . an endearing and well-written book.”—The 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 history—Vietnam, the Pentagon, Panama, Desert Storm—but 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 soldier’s 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 Powell’s passionate views on family, personal responsibility, and, in his own words, “the greatness of America and the opportunities it offers” inspire hope and present a blueprint for the future. An utterly absorbing account, it is history with a vision.
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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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Reposition Yourself
by T.D. Jakes
The renowned preacher and spiritual leader shares his thoughts on the spiritual principles of prosperity and success, explaining how to reassess one's life and one's attitudes toward giving, sharing, and achieving the rewards of life from a Christian perspective. Reprint. 125,000 first printing.
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How Did I Get So Busy?
by Valorie Burton
The author of Listen to Your Life introduces her simple but effective four-week program for eliminating clutter and chaos from one's overscheduled lifestyle and helping readers rediscover those things that matter most, sharing her Ten Commandments of Self-Care and offering tips on how to assess one's true priorities and make the most of one's life. Original. 20,000 first printing.
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The Faith of Barack Obama
by Stephen Mansfield
Mansfield presents an insightful portrait of Obama that shows how his faith motivates him as a Senator and as a Presidential candidate.
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Michelle Obama
by David Colbert
In just a few generations, Michelle Obama's family has blazed a path from a slave cabin to the White House. She's now writing a new chapter in history as a fresh kind of first lady, old-fashioned in many ways, yet so genuine and natural that she constantly surprises and inspires.
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Give It Back!
by Kimberly Daniels
Using her military training, Daniels delivers a message that teaches believers to confront the devil and his demons in a great spiritual battle--and come out victorious in God.
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The Ten Commandments of Working in a Hostile Environment
by T. D. Jakes
The bestselling author shows how to bring the Christian faith into the workplace. With simple strategies and inspiring insights, Bishop Jakes helps readers understand how to put work in its proper place, recognize their blessings, and fight to take control of their work life. (Christian Religion)
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Promises from God for Single Women
by T. D. Jakes
New inspiration from the phenomenally popular New York Times bestselling author of His Lady. Promises From God for Single Women is a message for the millions of single women in the world today. In the inspiring tradition of His Lady, Bishop Jakes delivers a compassionate collection of scriptural verse and empowering wisdom for all women that are looking for love, searching for their own divine worth and longing for a connection with the Lord. Jakes' eloquent message will inspire and uplift and offer comfort and encouragement each time it is read.
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The Rules of Engagement
by Cindy Trimm
Enter the realm of power-prayer where' Strongholds of the enemy are shattered.' Households, neighborhoods, and cities are radically changed.' Situations that once meant defeat are turned into victory.' The enemy loses his power.' The true authority of the believer is unleashed. Dr. N. Cindy Trimm serves as a mighty prayer warrior, readers will learn from her wealth of experience with the Lord in prayer about how to pray effectively and fervently. They will discover the keys of success that unlock God's promises as they come before the Lord with their petitions. Readers will reap the rewards of walking in their God-given authority as they apply the Word of God in prayer. The Rules of Engagement is the first of eight volumes that address effective prayer strategies. This first volume serves as the introduction and foundation to understanding strategic prayer. Take hold of these vital truths today, and witness for yourself the results of the effective, fervent prayers of a righteous person.
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What's Really Holding You Back?
by Valorie Burton
Get Unstuck. Become Unstoppable. What is stopping you from fulfilling your purpose and achieving your dreams? Like millions of people you may find yourself repeatedly stuck in the same old rut–in your relationships, finances, career, health, or spiritual life. Maybe you want to start exercising, find a better job, get out of debt, launch a business, deepen your friendships, practice a new spiritual discipline–or pursue some other goal. The question is, What’s Really Holding You Back? In this compelling book, life coach Valorie Burton explores the four forces that can free you from the fear, distractions, and obstacles that limit you. Discover how to harness your thoughts, words, actions, and energy to give you the power and strength to get unstuck and become unstoppable in every area of your life. • Learny why you do what you do. • Stop sabotaging your own success. • Overcome the fears that have held you back. • Keep your emotions from controlling your actions. • Break through internal and external obstacles. Seize the opportunity to move from where you are now to where you want to be. You were created to live fully, passionately, and freely. You can do it. Now is the time!
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Letters to Young Black Women
by Daniel Whyte, III
Daniel Whyte III never intended to write a book to young black women. He believes, according to the Scriptures, that the older women should teach the younger women. However, after Letters to Young Black Men: Advice & Encouragement for a Difficult Journey became a bestselling book, readers requested that Whyte write a book for young black women as well. He prayed about it and was led to do so. Regarding the purpose of this book, Whyte states: This book is more about prevention than it is about healing. There are many other great men and women of God who are doing great work in the healing and restoration department for young black women. I believe that many of the problems that young black women are dealing with today can be prevented from happening in the first place. I also believe that in order for young women to be victorious in this life, they must operate from a position of strength and power. This book will empower them to win against their enemies: the devil, sorry men and even themselves. I hope that they will read it and never live a defeated life again. Daniel Whyte III writes a heartfelt book to his daughters and to other young black women, on the various issues of life that they face today. Whyte actually commenced the writing of this book from his hospital bed during a routine stay for chest pains. Symbolically, if Daniel Whyte III were on his deathbed, the words contained in this book are those that he would say to his six daughters. Written just for the young black woman in your life, whether you are a father, mother, grandparent or Sunday school teacher, Letters to Young Black Women is overflowing with loving, fatherly, "advice and encouragement for a difficult journey."
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Why Not You?
by Valorie Burton
A spiritually centered motivational guide equips individuals with the tools they need to overcome their feelings of inadequacy and gain confidence to reach their fullest potential in their career, finances, relationships, health, and much more. Original.
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Spiritual Lessons for My Sisters
by Natasha Munson
This book takes readers one step beyond the advice found in Munson's successful Life Lessons for My Sisters, reminding them not only of the basic truths of life but also showing them the path to a happier, more productive life. Munson offers strategies to help women remove themselves from the drama, issues, obstacles, bad environments and fears that are holding them back from creating the life they have always wanted. This extremely valuable inspirational work is the perfect complement to Munson's Life Lessons.
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Matters of the Heart
by Juanita Bynum
Offers advice for Christian women on how to improve their relationship with God by undertaking a transformation and renewal in their hearts.
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The Elect Lady
by Eddie Long
"Shows women what God can do with a yielded life as they accept His divine plan, even when it is not what they dreamed of"--Provided by publisher.
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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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Life Overflowing
by T. D. Jakes
In this bestselling book, now in paperback, Bishop T.D. Jakes explores the great themes of the Christian life discovered in the book of Ephesians.
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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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Return to Glory
by Joel A. Freeman
These pages are filled with the glorious historical and contemporary contributions of black people. Beginning with a careful documentation of how God entrusted people of African descent witht the intital development of civilized societies, this book then directs its readers on a magnificent tour of life in America through the triumphant stories of contemporary African-American men.
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Delivered to Destiny
by Kimberly Daniels
From witchcraft to world-class athlete to drug addict, and finally to international pastor, Kimberly Daniels has a story that inspires people to experience what God desires for them.