Bøger af Francine Rivers

PUBLISHERS WEEKLYBESTSELLER *;ECPABESTSELLER *;A story of love that won't let gono matter what!California's gold country, 1850. A time when men sold their souls for a bag of gold and women sold their bodies for a place to sleep.Angel expects nothing from men but betrayal. Sold into prostitution as a child, she survives by keeping her hatred alive. And what she hates most are the men who use her, leaving her empty and dead inside.Then she meets Michael Hosea, a man who seeks his Father's heart in everything. Michael obeys God's call to marry Angel and to love her unconditionally. Slowly, day by day, he defies Angel's every bitter expectation, until despite her resistance, her frozen heart begins to thaw.But with her unexpected softening comes overwhelming feelings of unworthiness and fear. And so Angel runs. Back to the darkness, away from her husband's pursuing love, terrified of the truth she no longer can deny: Her final healing must come from the One who loves her even more than Michael doesthe One who will never let her go.A powerful retelling of the story of Gomer and Hosea, Redeeming Love is a life-changing story of God's unconditional, redemptive, all-consuming love.Includes a six-part reading group guide!

Læs om den hedenske kvinde Tamar, der får børn med sin svigerfar. Mød den prostituerede Rahab, der bliver en del af Israels folk. Gå med moabitten Ruth, der følger sin svigermor til Betlehem og gifter sig ind i Judas stamme. Hør om Batseba, som forfører kongen og får børn med ham, og følg Maria – teenagepigen, som bøjer sig for Gud, da han udvælger hende til at føde sin egen søn. I Nådeslægten udfolder Francine Rivers de fem kvinders livshistorie. Hun gør det i loyalitet mod Bibelens budskab og med den dybe personindlevelse, som kendetegner hendes forfatterskab. Tilsammen kan de fem kvinder lære os om håb, tro, kærlighed, nåde og lydighed. Nådeslægten er tidligere udgivet i en serie på fem romaner under fællesbetegnelsen Kvinderne i Jesu stamtavle. I Matthæusevangeliet findes en slægtstavle, der indeholder alle slægtled fra Abraham til Jesus. Slægtstavlen omtaler fem stammødre ved navn: Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Batseba og Maria – fem kvinder, som levede for mere end tusind år siden, og hvis forunderlige og barske historier er bevidnet andre steder i Bibelen.

A captivating tale of suffering, seeking, and redemption set in Appalachia in the 1850s, The Last Sin Eater is the story of a community committed to its myth of a human ΓÇ£sin eater,ΓÇ¥ who absolves the dead of their sins, and the ten-year-old child who shows them the Truth. All that matters for young Cadi Forbes is finding the one man who can set her free from the sin that plagues her, the sin that has stolen her motherΓÇÖs love from her and made her wish she could flee life and its terrible injustice. But Cadi doesnΓÇÖt know that the ΓÇ£sin eaterΓÇ¥ is seeking as well. Before their journeys are over, Cadi and the sin eater must face themselves, each other, and the One who will demand everything from them in exchange for the answers they seek.

El segundo libro en una serie éxito de venta que ha cautivado a millones de lectores alrededor del mundoEn la dramática conclusión de la serie El legado de Marta, la nieta de Marta, Carolyn, comienza su adultez durante la turbulenta década de los sesenta, batallando con cómo navegar una tensa vida familiar. Aunque la universidad le permite probar la libertad, la tragedia destroza la confianza de Carolyn, y ella se deja llevar por la contracultura intoxicante de San Francisco. Cuando sale, más perdida que nunca, con renuencia acude a su familia en busca de ayuda para reconstruir una vida para sí misma y su propia hija, May Flower Dawn.Tensiones familiares se presentan cuando Dawn se apega más a su abuela que a su propia madre. Buscando evitar el cometer los mismos errores que aquellos que la precedieron, Dawn jura convertirse en un puente entre las mujeres de su familia en vez del muro que las separará para siempre.El sueño de su hija es el emocional capítulo final de una saga inolvidable sobre las tristezas silenciosas que pueden destrozar a una familia, los sacrificios que hacen las madres por sus hijas y la naturaleza misma del amor.

Todo lo que le interesa a Cadi Forbes es encontrar al unico hombre que la puede liberar del pecado que la atormenta dia y noche . . . el pecado que le ha robado el amor de su madre y que la hace desear poder abandonar esta vida y su terrible justicia. Ella sabe que esta prohibido, que el hacerlo le acarreara maldiciones, pero algo muy dentro e instintivo la impulsa, contra todo razonamiento, a encontrar al "Devorador de Pecados." Antes de culminar sus peregrinajes, Cadi y el Devorador de Pecados tendran que enfrentarse a si mismos, el uno al otro y cada uno con Aquel que exigira todo de ellos a cambio de las respuestas que anhelan.

Includes a note from the author and a discussion guide.

Each novella in this new series from beloved author Rivers tells the story of one of five biblical men who stood behind the great heroes of the faith: Aaron the priest, Caleb the warrior, Jonathan the prince, Amos the prophet, and Silas the scribe.

Book 3 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind.She gave up everything, expecting nothing, and God honored her.Meet Ruth, one of the five women in the lineage of Christ. Her loyalty-especially toward her mother-in-law Naomi-helped her to persevere in the face of tragedy, and God gave her a second chance at love. Readers will be encouraged by the truth that God will faithfully provide for His children even when all hope seems lost.Unshaken is book three in the popular Lineage of Grace series about five unlikely women who changed eternity."e;Francine Rivers spins a tale that's not only true to history, but satisfying to the heart."e;-Romantic TimesThis novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.

Book 2 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the WindShe was a woman with a past to whom God gave a future.Meet Rahab, one of the five women in the lineage of Christ. Exploited by men who saw only her beauty, she held fast to her faith in an all-powerful God and was rewarded by being grafted into the family tree of the Messiah. In Rahab's compelling story, discover the overwhelming truth that God seeks and finds those whose hearts are tender toward Him, no matter how far away they are.Unashamed is book two in the popular Lineage of Grace series about five unlikely women who changed eternity.Christy Award winner!This novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.

Book 1 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind.Betrayed by the men who controlled her future, she fought for her right to believe in a loving God.Meet Tamar, one of the five women in the lineage of Christ. She risked her life and her reputation to be the woman she was called to be. Her story serves as an example of how God uses our circumstances and our steps toward Him, however faltering, to fulfill His plan.Unveiled is book one in the popular Lineage of Grace series about five unlikely women who changed eternity."e;Francine Rivers utilizes her expertise as master storyteller to unveil Tamar's saga, a tale of deception, betrayal, and ultimately hope."e;-Romantic TimesThis novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.

Book 1 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind.His courage covered his brother's fear.His sacrifices atoned for the people's sin.His voice carried the words of God.Moses parted the Red Sea. But in his shadow stood Aaron, a man who symbolizes forever our great High Priest. Be challenged by this faithful man whose story we must never forget.The Priest is the story of Aaron and book one in the popular Sons of Encouragement series about five men who quietly changed eternity."e;Rivers convincingly envisions the emotions and intrigue that surely permeated the biblical events."e;-Publishers Weekly"e;Rivers delivers. Those two words say it all. Rich characterization and gripping plot are contained between the hard covers of this neatly crafted novella."e;-RT Book ReviewsThis novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.

"e;An emotionally compelling story"e; (Library Journal) about the devastation secrets can unleash on a family and the power of grace to bring second chances, from the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and The Masterpiece.Leota's garden was once a place of beauty, where flowers bloomed and hope thrived. It was her refuge from the deep wounds inflicted by a devastating war, her sanctuary where she knelt before a loving God and prayed for the children who couldn't understand her silent sacrifices.Now, eighty-four-year-old Leota Reinhardt is alone, her beloved garden in ruins. All her efforts to reconcile with her adult children have been fruitless, and she voices her despair to a loving Father, her only friend.Then God brings a wind of change through unlikely means: one, a college student with an agenda all his own who thinks he has all the answers; the other, a granddaughter Leota never hoped to know. But can the devastation wrought by keeping painful family secrets be repaired before she runs out of time?"e;Rivers is a master gardener . . . using poignant humor and bittersweet revelation to open hearts to reconciliation."e;-Romantic TimesAlso available in The Francine Rivers Contemporary Collection (e-book only).

A relevant and timely novel by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and The Masterpiece.He seemed like the perfect pastor to lead Centerville Christian Church.She was the perfect pastor's wife.When Paul Hudson accepted the call to pastor the struggling church, he had no idea what to expect. But it didn't take long for Paul to turn Centerville Christian Church around. Attendance was up-way up. Everything was going so well. If only his wife could see it that way. Still, he tried not to let her quiet presence disturb him. She knew something wasn't right, and it hadn't been for a long time. . . .Eunice closed the bedroom door quietly and knelt beside her bed."e;I'm drowning, God. I've never felt so alone. Who can I turn to but you, Lord? Where else does a pastor's wife go for help when her marriage is failing and her life is out of control? Who can I trust with my anguish, Lord? Who but you?"e;Grasping her pillow, she pressed it tightly to her mouth so that her sobs would not be heard."e;This book is a powerful and almost-prophetic statement of the church in America. . . . And the Shofar Blew is a must-read."e;-Anne Graham Lotz, bestselling author and speaker"e;[Rivers] as usual turns in a strong narrative, posing issues that ring loud and clear."e;-Booklist"e;Meticulously plotted, Francine Rivers's new masterpiece, And the Shofar Blew, brims with unforgettable characters."e;-Romantic TimesAlso available in The Francine Rivers Contemporary Collection (e-book only).

The complete biblical historical fiction compilation by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind.The Bible is filled with inspiring stories of unlikely candidates God chose to quietly change eternity. This bestselling compilation in one volume contains five novellas about such people-men who stood behind heroes of the faith. Aaron. Caleb. Jonathan. Amos. Silas.Each faithfully sought God in the shadows of His chosen leaders. They answered God's call to serve without recognition or fame. And they gave everything, knowing their reward might not come until the next life. Be challenged by these faithful men whose stories we must never forget.Aaron-the priest who stood in Moses' shadow but had the courage to cover his brother's fears.Caleb-the warrior whose words stirred men's hearts and brought God's people to the Promised Land.Jonathan-the prince whose humility led him to befriend the man who would become king in his place.Amos-the prophet who heard when God called and spoke to a nation unwilling to listen.Silas-the scribe who surrendered his wealth to record God's Word, even as those around him were silenced.Each novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.

Book 2 in the 3-book historical Christian fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind.From Francine Rivers comes the "e;compelling"e; and "e;emotionally charged"e; (Booklist, starred review) second installment in of the story of Hadassah, a courageous Christian slave girl with unrelenting faith, and Marcus, the Roman aristocrat who claims her heart.Believed dead, Hadassah finds employment helping a doctor in the poor section of first-century Rome and discovers an ability to heal others through the power of her faith. When Julia falls ill, Hadassah is forced to confront a difficult decision: should she return to the Valerian household, risking exposure and death, to help her former tormentor in the Christian tradition?Continuing to search for meaning and faith, Marcus turns away from the opulence of Rome, led by a whispering voice from the past into a journey that could set him free from the darkness of his soul.Includes discussion questions suitable for individual use or group discussions."e;Francine unlocks the longing in each one of us to connect to God in a deeper, life-changing way. No one reading her books will ever be the same again."e;-Debbie Macomber"e;As we 'watch' Hadassah and Atretes struggle through first-century trials, we learn how to handle similar situations in the twenty-first century. The 'costumes' may vary, but our Lord does not change."e;-Angela Hunt"e;Francine redefined Christian fiction-honest, unflinching, powerful, life-changing-demonstrating why storytelling is the most effective way to communicate God's truth. Every Christian novelist writing today owes a debt of gratitude to Francine Rivers for lighting the way."e;-Liz Curtis Higgs"e;Francine Rivers writes from her heart to touch the hearts of her readers. Her books are essential reading for all who love Christian fiction."e;-Bodie Thoene"e;Francine Rivers puts readers right into the history of the moment."e;-Romantic Times