AWAY ON A HILLTOP: The Continuing Story of the Manger Baby
"Away on a Hilltop" is the powerful story of the most heroic Life ever lived. Follow the footsteps of Jesus Christ as He moves from the manger to a village, a temple, and a river. From there He heads to the wilderness, a hillside, a seashore, and a city where the story intensifies. We follow Him away to an upper room and a garden, from which He is led away to a council and eventually to a lonely hilltop. We look for Him in a graveyard, but He once again He has slipped away, this time to a doorway, before being taken away on a cloud, and ultimately to His heavenly kingdom. The story closes with a tender prayer to this wonderful Savior who came to our world to wash our sins away.
There's a Party in Heaven!
A Joyful Peek at the Land of Surprises
Written by Gary Bower Illustrated by Jan Bower
Let your imagination frolic and your faith soar with this breathtaking and Biblical tour of the Land of Surprises! This joyful rhyming collection of Biblical truth gives an eternal perspective with 45 Scripture promises about Heaven sprinkled throughout its pages. Loved by young and old, this book is an invitation to the best party ever, with very clear directions to the party, and an R.S.V.P.
The ABCs of GOD
Who is God? A force? A myth? A grumpy old man? People have pondered this question for centuries and come up with many opinions and speculations. This beautiful devotional alphabet book cuts through the guesswork and lets God speak for Himself about 26 of His attributes that are found in the Bible. With 140 stunning photographs, beautiful poetry, lots of Scripture, a prayer guide, and inspiring truths that broaden the imagination, The ABCs of GOD will take young and old alike on a fascinating A to Z journey into mind-boggling truths about the God of the Universe. — Written by Gary Bower • Hardcover • 64 pages
One Amazing Night
One Amazing Night is a Christmas story about the night of Jesus' birth as recorded in the second chapter of the Book of Luke. Tenderly and creatively told from a shepherd boy's viewpoint, it is written by Beverly J. Porter, and beautifully illustrated by Jan Bower.
Hardcover • 32 pages • 8.5 x 11 • ISBN 978-1-73321629-9-0
"What a heartwarming take on the Christmas story! Children will be delighted as they hear about and see the birth of Jesus through the eyes of this young shepherd boy. Very well done!" — Michael VanderKlipp, Senior Editor at Large, Harper Collins Christian Publishing
Beverly J. Porter has written various articles for numerous publications over the years. This is her second book, and first picture book. She lives with her husband in Rockford, Michigan, where she enjoys family, farm life, and writing.
Away on a Hilltop (3-pack)
"Away on a Hilltop" is the powerful story of the most heroic Life ever lived. Follow the footsteps of Jesus Christ as He moves from the manger to a village, a temple, and a river. From there He heads to the wilderness, a hillside, a seashore, and a city where the story intensifies. We follow Him away to an upper room and a garden, from which He is led away to a council and eventually to a lonely hilltop. We look for Him in a graveyard, but He once again He has slipped away, this time to a doorway, before being taken away on a cloud, and ultimately to His heavenly kingdom. The story closes with a tender prayer to this wonderful Savior who came to our world to wash our sins away.
Perfect Christmas
Written by Gary Bower Illustrated by Jan Bower
What makes a perfect Christmas? For some, everything must be just right -- a perfect tree, perfect presents, the perfect wrapping paper and bows. But what happens when minor inconveniences and major disappointments threaten to ruin everything? Warmly illustrated in Jan's rich and expressive style, and written in an engaging poetic style, Perfect Christmas offers a message of love and joy as cozy and endearing as the warmest of Christmas memories. You'll want to make this delightful book a regular holiday tradition.
The Person I Marry
The Person I Marry
Things I'll Think About Before (and After) Saying "I Do"
Written by Gary Bower Illustrated by Jan Bower
Everyone knows what makes up a person's outside, but it's the inside that really matters when it comes to healthy relationships. This unique book combines adorable oil paintings with delightful poetic wisdom to highlight the importance of strong character on both sides to make a strong and happy marriage. Applicable to adults and teens, and still fun and appropriate for small children, this truly is an "all ages" book!
The Jingle in My Pocket
Sound Money Principles Kids Can Bank On
Written by Gary Bower Illustrated by Jan Bower
Teach your children -- and remind yourself! -- how to hum a happy tune as your pocket keeps jingling. Discover wisdom that is timely and time-tested. This charming and practical rhyming book promotes healthy attitudes about money, responsibility, earning, giving, saving, spending, borrowing and more. It is filled with Bible proverbs and advice from financial sages of history.
What Do Heroes Wear?
Ways I Can Make a Difference When I Grow Up (and Before)
Not your typical "what-I-want-to-be-when-I-grow-up" book, What Do Heroes Wear? explores some of the countless ways people can find purpose & make a difference by serving others unselfishly. Who has acted heroically on your behalf? A teacher? A caregiver? A family member? This delightful book celebrates the courageous people of high character among us who deserve honor.
(Book #4 in the Bright Future Series)
The Garden Where I Grow
...and Other Poems for Cultivating a Happy Family
(Book #5 in the Bright Future Series)
Bright Future Series (5-book collection)
This beautiful collection of books includes these 5 titles:
There's a Party in Heaven
The Person I Marry
The Jingle in My Pocket
What Do Heroes Where?
The Garden Where I Grow
The Beautiful Garden of Eden
These are the trees that swayed in the breeze
in the beautiful Garden of Eden.
This is the tree that caused the upheaval, the tree of the knowledge of good and of evil,
that grew with the trees that swayed in the breeze in the beautiful Garden of Eden...
Following the same whimsical style as the beloved classic "The House that Jack Built," Gary Bower is a cumulative tale that uses delightful rhymes and playful tongue twisters to tell popular Bible stories. Children and parents alike will love to read about Adam and Eve over and over again, finding new things to enjoy each time in this first of The Faith that God Built series.
Written by Gary Bower
Illustrated by Barbara Chotiner
Published in 2017 by Tyndale House Publishers
Hardcover, 32 pages
A Patch on the Peak of Ararat
This is the ark that proceeded to park
on a patch on the peak of Ararat.
This is old Noah, a virtuous man, who carefully followed God's carpentry plan
by building an ark that proceeded to park on a patch on the peak of Ararat...
Following the same whimsical style as the beloved classic "The House that Jack Built," Gary Bower is a cumulative tale that uses uses delightful rhymes and playful tongue twisters to tell popular Bible stories. Children and parents alike will love to read about Noah and the animals over and over again, finding new things to enjoy each time in this second book of The Faith that God Built series.
Written by Gary Bower
Illustrated by Barbara Chotiner
Published in 2017 by Tyndale House Publishers
Hardover, 32 pages
The Hurry-Up Exit from Egypt
The Hurry-Up Exit from Egypt takes readers along as Moses leads God’s people out of slavery in Egypt and toward the Promised Land.
Product Details
Published: May 9, 2017 by Tyndale House PublishersAuthor: Gary Bower
Illustrator: Barbara Chotiner
Binding: Hardcover
Trim Size: 8 x 10 in.
Pages: 32
ISBN: 978-1-4964-1745-9
The Frightening Philippi Jail
In The Frightening Philippi Jail, Paul and Silas praise the Lord in a difficult and unfair situation.
Product Details
Published: May 9, 2017 by Tyndale House PublishersAuthor: Gary Bower
Illustrator: Barbara Chotiner
Binding: Hardcover
Trim Size: 8 x 10 in.
Pages: 32
ISBN: 978-1-4964-1750-3
Faith That God Built Series (4-Book Collection
This delightful series of Bible stories written with wonderful wordplay & tricky tongue-twisters includes these titles:
The Beautiful Garden of Eden (The Creation Story)
A Patch on the Peak of Ararat (Noah's Ark)
The Hurry-Up Exit from Egypt (Moses & the Red Sea)
The Frightening Philippi Jail (Paul & Silas in Prison)
Tessa's Treasures
Written by Gary Bower Illustrated by Jan Bower
This adorable story centers around a little girl and boy who collect favorite treasures. Tessa adds hers to a shoe box, but soon learns that real treasures don't fit in a box. This story emphasizes the importance of cherishing others, and that people are much more valuable than things. Discussion questions are included in the back of the book. (Hardcover w/dustjacket)
Wyatt's Wagon
Written by Gary Bower Illustrated by Jan Bower
This playful story takes places in Grandpa's apple orchard. Wyatt and his friends discover how pleasant a day can be when we choose to include others. Discussion questions are included in the back of the book. (Hardcover w/dustjacket)
Ivy's Icicle
Written by Gary Bower Illustrated by Jan Bower
When her brother accidentally breaks her new Christmas present, normally warm-hearted Ivy finds something cold and heavy growing in her heart. Grandma's experience and wisdom is just what's needed for it to begin to melt. Discussion questions are included in the back of the book. (Hardcover w/dustjacket)
Cody's Castle
Written by Gary Bower Illustrated by Jan Bower
While spending an afternoon at the beach with his friends, fun and witty Cody discovers that words can tear people down...or build them up! This refreshing story reminds us of the transforming power of some choice encouraging words. Questions are in the back for group discussion. (Hardcover w/dustjacket)
Thinking of Others Series (4-Book Collection)
This beautiful series of picture books includes these titles:
Tessa's Treasures (Cherishing Others)
Wyatt's Wagon (Including Others)
Ivy's Icicle (Forgiving Others)
Cody's Castle (Encouraging Others)
My Adventure Passport to MICHIGAN
My Adventure Passport to OHIO
SERENITY
SERENITY — Canvas Giclée (16x20 print, unframed)
My goal with this painting was to create a marriage between longing and peace. The scenery stirs an almost mysterious sense of yearning and waiting, so I decided to add a young woman to the foreground to represent all of us who are experiencing a personal journey of waiting. While creating this sense of anticipation, it was equally important to develop that precious sense of peace. This is accomplished with the young woman's body language. She is yearning, yes, but also dreaming, relaxed and content, enjoying the beauty of that moment as she trusts her future to her Creator.
ORIGINAL: Private Collection
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