Max Lucado

When Punchinello tries to prove his worth by getting more boxes and balls than the other Wemmicks, he learns that his maker, Eli, loves him because of who he is and not what he possesses.

A tiny acorn fulfills its destiny by becoming the tree God made it to be, and then it watches the little girl who climbs its branches grow up as well.

Offers hope and encouragement to parents and children alike in a collection of stories, including "The Crippled Lamb," "Jacob's Gift," "Just in Case You Ever Wonder," and "The Way Home: A Princess Story."

The Wemmicks learn that each of them has a special gift with which they can help others.

Edward Haddington, who comes from a long line of candle makers, lives in Gladstone, a small village in the Cotswolds. Every twenty-five Christmases, an angel has visited his home and touched one of the candles, and every person who has received this candle has experienced a miracle in their lives. Several people in the village could use a miracle including Edward and his wife.

Does the uncertainty and chaos of life keep you up at night? Is irrational worry your constant companion? Could you use some calm? If the answer is yes, you are not alone. According to one research program, anxiety-related issues are the number one mental health problem among women and are second only to alcohol and drug abuse among men. Stress-related ailments cost the nation $300 billion every year in medical bills and lost productivity. And...