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You can have a new beginning.In this six-session video Bible study (DVD/digital downloads sold separately), O.S. Hawkins, bestselling author of the Code series, draws on the book of Nehemiah to show how each of us can begin again when we look to God for help. Whether we have suffered broken relationships, integrity missteps, devastating loss, or any other setback, it is never too late to rebuild our lives!Nehemiah understood this truth when he called on the Lord for insight during his people’s hard times. He was an ordinary man who applied principles from God that enabled him to rebuild a broken city wall and, in the process, rebuild a lot of broken hopes. Nehemiah left behind some secrets of his success–a sort of hidden “code”–which can become a fountain of hope and strength to us. Nehemiah’s message across the centuries is plain and powerful: it is never too late for a new beginning!The Nehemiah Code Study Guide includes video teaching notes, discussion questions, Bible exploration, and weekly personal study and reflection materials.Sessions include:Get Started RightBuild a Team SpiritLet Go Without Letting UpPersevere Through DifficultiesNever Cut What Can Be UntiedFinish StrongDesigned for use with The Nehemiah Code Video Study (9780310099901), sold separately.

2024 OUTREACH RESOURCE OF THE YEAR (EVANGELISM)An essential guide in the art and instruction of issuing Christ's invitation to the lost.Historic denominations are dying. Church memberships and baptisms plummet with every passing year. Pastors and church leaders are concerned about their churches plateauing. Why? One of the major reasons is because congregations aren't being publicly called to faith in Christ. A growing number of evangelical pastors have opted for non-confrontational approaches to calling people to faith in Jesus. Some seminaries have removed evangelism classes from their curriculum and pastors aren't being taught how to give an effective, God honoring public invitation, void of manipulation.Authors O.S. Hawkins and Matt Queen are asking church leaders to reconsider and rediscover the effectiveness of asking people to publicly decide to follow Christ.O.S. Hawkins is a respected pastor who has led thousands to faith in Christ in both church and public settings. Matt Queen is a trusted and gifted professor of evangelism who has consulted multitudes of pastors in personal and congregational evangelism. Together, they wrote The Gospel Invitation to assist others in successfully issuing a public appeal to receive Christ.The Gospel Invitation covers:A brief history of public gospel invitationsThe biblical justification for gospel invitationsPractical and proven instructions for incorporating invitations into sermonsBest practicesThe Gospel Invitation will equip pastors, seminary students, and anyone who evangelizes with the confidence to share the gospel and help more people come to Christ.

Jesus gets attention not with exclamation marks, but with question marks.Jesus was always asking questions. Whether with a small group or large crowd, Jesus opened hearts and minds by asking questions that grasped attention and made one think. In The Jesus Code, author O. S. Hawkins poses fifty-two thought-provoking questions found throughout the Bible that believers should be able to answer as they grow in their faith and share their faith with others. Each question features a devotional thought to help readers find answers and promote further reflection.Sample questions include: What does the Lord require of you?Where can I go from Your Spirit?Who is my neighbor?What is your life? A vapor that appears and vanishes away?Why do you seek the living among the dead?Will a man rob God? As with The Joshua Code, all royalties will go to Mission:Dignity, whose mission supports retired pastors and their wives (or widows) living near poverty level.Features & Benefits:Includes 52 thought-provoking questions and answersHandsome burnished leathersoft binding for a rich, classic lookThis release follows peak of O.S. Hawkins’ book, The Joshua Code with sales of more than 150,000 unitsAll author royalties go toward Mission:Dignity, an organization that supports retired pastors and their spouses living near the poverty level

How can we learn to be effective culture warriors? We live in dangerous times. Not only does violence stalk us in the form of terrorism and crime, but our culture itself is crumbling. Our society tolerates and even praises what would once have been barely spoken of. If we stand up we are branded as intolerant, the term today’s culture considers the inexcusable offense. If we don’t speak up, people won’t know biblical truth. How is a Christian to respond? Inspired by the story of Daniel in the Old Testament, bestselling author O.S. Hawkins shows how we can engage our broken culture with integrity. Daniel was a young man who “wrote the book” on how to survive in a pagan, permissive, and perverse culture. His value system was challenged at every turn. Daniel steps off the pages of scripture and into our modern culture today to reveal some timeless principles—a sort of “Daniel Code”—that enable you to not simply exist in our culture but to engage it and survive it as well. You will discover that the same God that ensured Daniel’s victories is here for you today.

Who isn't in need of a new beginning? Bestselling author O. S. Hawkins knows that whether it be broken relationships, integrity missteps, or loss, most of us will spend some or much of the next year trying to restore something. The good news is . . . it’s never too late for a new beginning.Hawkins, with more than 550,000 books sold, now turns his eye to another biblical hero in The Nehemiah Code. Nehemiah was a civil servant from 2,500 years ago who applied principles found in the Bible for insight during hard times, help to start again, and encouragement to rebuild a life.The Nehemiah Code dives into a theme that will resonate deeply with a wide variety of readers -  insight during hard times, help to start again, and encouragement to rebuild a life. Topics include: Taking personal responsibilityMoving out of your comfort zoneRebuilding team spiritHolding those around you accountableDoing what is rightFinishing strongAll author royalties go toward Mission:Dignity, an organization that supports retired pastors and their spouses living near the poverty level.

365 Devotions to Unlock the Blessings in God's WordGod's Word is filled with blessings and insights that encourage, comfort, and bring joy. Delve into the riches of Scripture through The Believer’s Code, and find each day's devotional, including Scripture, a daily reading, and a Code Word. The unique Code Words offer a challenge and practical suggestion to put your faith in action.All author royalties from the book are donated to Mission:Dignity, an organization that supports retired pastors and their spouses living near the poverty level.

Comprenderá la presencia de Jesús en el Antiguo Testamento de una manera nueva, mientras viaja con el pastor O. S. Hawkins a través de cada libro de la Biblia.A menudo asumimos que Jesús solo está en el Nuevo Testamento. Incluso pensamos en Él de manera diferente que «el Dios del Antiguo Testamento». Sin embargo, Cristo aparece en todos los libros de la Biblia, a veces en palabras, a veces en la sombra, a veces en la profecía. Como Jesús se reveló a los dos discípulos en el camino a Emaús, se le puede encontrar «en todas las Escrituras» (Lucas 24:27). Y a medida que aprendemos a encontrar a Jesús en cada versículo, también nos damos cuenta de su presencia constante en nuestras vidas.En La clave de la Biblia, el autor más vendido de La clave de Josué, O. S. Hawkins, nos lleva del Génesis al Apocalipsis mientras ilumina las Escrituras a través de la luz de Cristo. Porque toda la Biblia, y toda la vida, de hecho, se trata de Jesús. En Éxodo, Él es el Cordero de la Pascua. En Deuteronomio, Él es el pan de vida. En Cantar de los Cantares, Él es nuestro novio.¿Cómo crece nuestra comprensión de Dios como proveedor al comprender la voluntad de Abraham de sacrificar a Isaac? ¿Qué tiene que ver el cordón escarlata de Rahab en el libro de Josué con el sacrificio de Jesús en la cruz? ¿Cómo se relaciona la referencia de Jesús a sí mismo como el Buen Pastor con los Salmos, y qué nos enseña eso sobre el carácter de Dios?Cuando buscamos a Jesús en toda la Biblia, encontramos vida. No solo vida eterna en el entonces y allí, sino vida abundante en el aquí y ahora. Únase a O. S. Hawkins en esta hermosa exploración de las profundidades de las Escrituras. Cuando vea la historia redentora de Jesús desde la creación hasta la eternidad, se acercará al Dios que lo ha amado desde el principio.The Bible CodeWe often assume Jesus is only in the New Testament. We even think of Him differently than "the God of the Old Testament." Yet Christ appears in every book of the Bible, sometimes in words, sometimes in shadow, sometimes in prophecy. As Jesus revealed to the two disciples on the road to Emmaus, He can be found "in all the Scriptures" (Luke 24:27). And as we learn to find Jesus in every verse, we realize His constant presence in our lives as well.In The Bible Code, bestselling author of The Joshua Code, O. S. Hawkins, takes us from Genesis to Revelation as he illuminates Scripture through the light of Christ. Because all of the Bible, and all of life for that matter, is about Jesus. In Exodus, He is the Passover Lamb. In Deuteronomy, He is the Bread of Life. In Song of Solomon, He is our Bridegroom.How does our understanding of God as provider grow through understanding Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac? What does Rahab's scarlet cord in the book of Joshua have to do with Jesus' sacrifice on the cross? How does Jesus' reference to Himself as the Good Shepherd relate to the Psalms, and what does that teach us about God's character?As we seek Jesus in the whole Bible, we find life. Not just eternal life in the then and there, but abundant life in the here and now. Join O. S. Hawkins in this beautiful exploration into the depths of Scripture. As you see Jesus' redemptive story from Creation to eternity, you will draw closer to the God who has loved you from the beginning.

Are you looking for a meaningful way to celebrate and share God’s love at Easter? Spend meaningful time with Jesus this Lenten season as you read through The Easter Code, from Ash Wednesday to Easter, written by bestselling author O. S. Hawkins. In this affordable paperback resource, readers will:Embark on a 40-day journey, guided by O. S. Hawkins, to prepare your heart and mind for Easter SundayEngage with a daily reflection accompanied by a Code word for the day, an encouraging Scripture, and a prayer The booklet is perfect for:Church distribution to members during Lent, Bible study groups, and worship groupsIn-person and virtual discussions during the Lenten seasonReaders to carry in their purse, tote bag, or place on their nightstand Follow the journey of Christ through the places, people, and events in His life all the way to His resurrection. The Easter Code is a meaningful way to celebrate and share God’s love at Easter.

Do you long to experience the joy and peace only found in knowing and loving our Lord? The Passion Code leads you on a 100-day journey with bestselling author O. S. Hawkins to grow closer to God and to discover that the more you know Him, the more you want to do His will.In The Passion Code readers will:embark on a 100-day journey, guided by O. S. Hawkins, to discover that God is with us, for us, and in usengage with a daily reflection accompanied by a Code word for the day, a Passion Proclamation Bible verse to apply to your life, and a prayerThis devotional is perfect for:anyone wanting to unlock the blessings of God’s WordBible study and worship groupsgifting--includes presentation page for thoughtful personalization and a beautiful ribbon markerFrom Bethlehem, where we find God with us, then to Golgotha, where we find God for us, and finally to Pentecost, where we discover that God came to take up residence in our lives, God in us. Begin your own journey of unlocking the blessings of God’s Word through The Passion Code.

Draw closer to God as you discover Jesus in every book of the Bible.We often assume Jesus is only in the New Testament. But the Bible is the Jesus Book and Christ appears in every book. The Old Testament conceals Him in type and shadow. The New Testament reveals Him in all His manifest glory. As Jesus revealed to the two disciples on the road to Emmaus, He can be found “in all the Scriptures” (Luke 24:27). Jesus is the scarlet thread of redemption and can be found woven through every book in sacred Scripture. And as we learn to find Jesus in every verse, we realize His constant presence in our lives as well.In The Bible Code, bestselling author of The Joshua Code, O. S. Hawkins, takes you from Genesis to Revelation as he illuminates Scripture through the light of Christ. You will explore how:In Exodus, He is the Passover Lamb.In Deuteronomy, He is the Bread of Life.In Song of Solomon, He is our Bridegroom.In Romans, He is our Justifier.In Colossians, He is the Creator God.In Revelation, He is the Alpha and the Omega. This inspiring book is perfect for personal enrichment and growth, for small groups, and adult Sunday School classes, but it is also an ideal gift for loved ones and friends for:GraduationChristmasFather’s DayBirthdaysAnd other significant life events The Bible Code will take you on a journey to find Jesus in every book of the Bible. And, in finding Him, you find life…not just eternal life in the then and there, but abundant life in the here and now. And as you see Jesus’ redemptive story from Creation to eternity, you will draw closer to the God who has loved you from the beginning.

Do you have moments when you feel defeated, scared, or hopeless? Are you looking for a way to understand the work of the Holy Spirit and create a deeper relationship with Christ? Discover the power of the Holy Spirit in your life as bestselling author O. S. Hawkins leads readers on a 40-day journey from Easter to Pentecost in The Apostles’ Code.In this affordable paperback resource, readers will:Embark on a 40-day journey, guided by O. S. Hawkins, to discover the power of the Holy Spirit in their livesEngage with a daily reflection accompanied by a Code word for the day, an encouraging Scripture, and a prayer The booklet is perfect for:Church distribution to members during Ascension, Bible study groups, and worship groupsIn-person and virtual discussions of the Holy Spirit and AscensionReaders to carry in their purse, tote bag, or place on their nightstand The apostles must have felt defeated when Jesus was crucified because they abandoned Jesus and fled. Yet just a few weeks later they couldn't help but boldly speak of the things they had seen and heard. What empowered them to be willing to lay down their lives for Jesus? It was the Holy Spirit who came to live in each of them at Pentecost. And He is the same Holy Spirit who lives in each of us who trust Him for our salvation.Feel the power of the Holy Spirit in your life today, and be filled with the promise that He will never leave you or forsake you.

Acérquese al Señor durante la temporada de Adviento con 25 devocionales profundos y significativos de La clave de Navidad del autor best seller O. S. Hawkins. Rastree el nacimiento de Jesús desde sus raíces en el Antiguo Testamento hasta el último regalo de Dios: la salvación. Este devocional será la manera perfecta de mantener el enfoque diario en el verdadero significado de la Navidad.Por sólo $2.99, este folleto es un valor excelente y un regalo de aprecio y afecto para las personas en su vida. Es un gran regalo para amigos y familiares, maestros, personal pastoral, grupos de estudio bíblico, congregaciones de la iglesia y proveedores de servicios.Cada día incluye un pasaje de la Escritura, un pensamiento devocional, una Palabra clave y una oración para que los lectores reflexionen durante 25 días en diciembre.Las regalías del libro se donan a Mission: Dignity, un ministerio que ayuda a hombres y mujeres que han servido fielmente al pueblo de Dios por un salario modesto a jubilarse con dignidad, independencia y, a menudo, la capacidad de continuar sirviendo.The Christmas CodeGrow close to the Lord throughout the Advent season with 25 insightful and meaningful devotions from The Christmas Code by bestselling author O. S. Hawkins. Trace the birth of Jesus from its roots in the Old Testament to the ultimate gift of God: salvation. With a short reading each day leading up to Christmas, this devotional will be the perfect way to keep daily focus on the true meaning of Christmas.At only $2.99, this booklet is an excellent value and a gift of appreciation and affection for the people in your life. It is a great gift for friends and family, teachers, pastoral staff, Bible study groups, church congregations, and service providers.Each day includes a passage of Scripture, a devotional thought, a Code Word, and a prayer of reflection.Royalties from the book are donated to Mission:Dignity, a ministry that helps men and women who have faithfully served God’s people for modest pay retire with well-deserved dignity, independence, and often the ability to continue serving.

Do you want a richer, more robust prayer life? Your prayers are powerful! Learn how to pray with confidence, faith, and an awareness of the Holy Spirit as you draw from world-changing prayers from Scripture in this inspiring guide to a transformed spiritual life. The Prayer Code is the latest addition to O. S. Hawkins's bestselling series that includes The Joshua Code and The Jesus Code.David prayed for protection from his enemies. Jesus prayed for all believers. The early Church prayed for courage. The most powerful prayers of Scripture have one thing in common: they reflect the promises of God in His Word, promises that are available to you today, just as they were to people in the Bible.In The Prayer Code, Hawkins explores biblical prayers to equip you to pray effectively for:peace in times of changecourage to overcome your fearshealing for yourself and othersEach of the entries includes a prayer, life-guiding principles you can draw from that prayer, and a code word to help you apply those truths to your life. With its presentation page and ribbon marker, The Prayer Code makes a beautiful gift for:high school and college graduationsChristmasFather's Day and Mother's Daybirthdaysmen and women looking for fresh energy for their prayer lifeWhether you offer a prayer of confession, thanksgiving, praise, intercession, petition, or communion, you can be confident that you're praying as the Bible teaches. Transform your prayer life as you learn to pray with passion to a loving Father who longs for you to draw near.

¿Quiere una vida de oración más rica y profunda? ¡Sus oraciones son poderosas! Aprenda a orar con confianza, fe y conciencia del Espíritu Santo a partir de las oraciones de las Escrituras que cambian el mundo en esta guía inspiradora para una vida espiritual transformada. David oró para ser protegido de sus enemigos. Jesús oró por todos los creyentes. La iglesia primitiva oraba para tener valor. Las oraciones más poderosas de las Escrituras tienen algo en común: reflejan las promesas de Dios en su Palabra, promesas que están disponibles para usted hoy.En La clave de la oración, Hawkins explora las oraciones bíblicas para capacitarlo a orar efectivamente por:paz en tiempos de cambiovalor para superar sus miedossanidad para usted y para los demásCada una de las entradas incluye una oración, principios que guían la vida que puede extraer de esa oración, y una palabra clave para ayudarle a aplicar esas verdades a su vida. Con su página de presentación La clave de la oración es un hermoso regalo paragraduaciones de la escuela secundaria y de la universidadNavidadDía del Padre y de la Madrecumpleañoshombres y mujeres que buscan nuevas energías para su vida de oraciónYa sea que ofrezca una oración de confesión, de acción de gracias, de alabanza, de intercesión, de petición o de comunión, puede estar seguro de que está orando como la Biblia enseña. Transforme su vida de oración mientras aprende a orar con pasión a un Padre amoroso que anhela que se le acerque.The Prayer CodeDo you want a richer, more robust prayer life? Your prayers are powerful! Learn how to pray with confidence, faith, and an awareness of the Holy Spirit as you draw from world-changing prayers from Scripture in this inspiring guide to a transformed spiritual life. David prayed for protection from his enemies. Jesus prayed for all believers. The early Church prayed for courage. The most powerful prayers of Scripture have one thing in common: they reflect the promises of God in His Word, promises that are available to you today.In The Prayer Code, Hawkins explores biblical prayers to equip you to pray effectively for:peace in times of changecourage to overcome your fearshealing for yourself and othersEach of the entries includes a prayer, life-guiding principles you can draw from that prayer, and a code word to help you apply those truths to your life. With its presentation page The Prayer Code makes a beautiful gift for:high school and college graduationsChristmasFather's Day and Mother's Daybirthdaysmen and women looking for fresh energy for their prayer lifeWhether you offer a prayer of confession, thanksgiving, praise, intercession, petition, or communion, you can be confident that you're praying as the Bible teaches. Transform your prayer life as you learn to pray with passion to a loving Father who longs for you to draw near.

Do you trust in the promises of God you've read in the Bible? Do you live your life by them? In The Promise Code, join trusted Bible teacher O. S. Hawkins as he dives into 40 of those promises, giving them context and meaning. Find the joy and peace that can only come through an understanding of how you can count on God's promises to be true in your own life.Learn how to:Lead a faithful Christian life by believing in God's promisesDraw nearer to God through studying what He says to be true in His WordExperience peace amid life's troubles This beautiful book will be a favorite on your bedside table, and it makes a perfect gift for:The many people who already are fans of the Code SeriesAnyone who needs a little lift in their lifeGraduations, Christmas, birthdays, Mother's Day, and Father's Day Each of the 40 entries contains a Bible promise, a reading that illuminates that promise, and a prayer that will stay with you throughout your week, helping you to remember God's promise to you.Also enjoy other O. S. Hawkins's books in this series:The Joshua Code: 52 Scriptures Every Believer Should Know The Jesus Code: 52 Scripture Questions Every Believer Should Answer The Prayer Code: 40 Scripture Prayers Every Believer Should Pray The Believer's Code: 365 Devotions to Unlock the Blessings of God's WordThe Bible Code: Finding Jesus in Every Book in the Bible

We have all experienced disappointment in relationships. Sometimes we wonder if it's even possible to have enduring, positive relationships in our homes, our work, and our communities.In The Connection Code, trusted Bible teacher O. S. Hawkins digs deep into the biblical book of Philemon to give us a blueprint for building life-giving relationships in every sphere of our lives. This tiny book in the New Testament is a letter the apostle Paul wrote to a wealthy businessman named Philemon on behalf of his escaped bond servant, Onesimus. Containing only 22 sentences, the book of Philemon unlocks the code to forging interpersonal connections that stand the test of time.With the practical and thoughtful Bible teaching he's known for, Dr. Hawkins reflects on every verse in Philemon in light of our relationships today. Following the style of the bestselling Code Series, The Connection Code explores:The three critical relationships each of us needHow to let others know we believe in themWhy a win-win perspective is crucial for friendshipsHow true commitment always includes forgivenessWhy finding our self-worth in Christ empowers us to love others well If you long for deep, authentic friendships in a superficial world, discover what God's plan has always been for building relationships that last in The Connection Code.

Find answers to your heart's questions about the Holy Spirit, understand His power, and embrace His work in your life today.In The Spirit Code, trusted Bible teacher O. S. Hawkins introduces us to the Holy Spirit: God in us, with us, and for us!Find renewed spiritual transformation as you discover:Ways the Holy Spirit appears in the Bible from Genesis to RevelationHow we know when the Spirit is at work in usWhy it matters that the Holy Spirit has been present since before the beginning of timeWhat we can learn about the Holy Spirit from the book of ActsWhat it means to be "sealed" with the Holy Spirit By unlocking the code of how the Spirit worked in the first-century church, we can understand how God longs to work in our communities and hearts today. It is He who convicts, converts, commends, commands, consoles, and ultimately completes us. The Holy Spirit is an essential part of our faith journeys—God alive in each of us!

Find true contentment in your life when you fix your focus on just Jesus.Do you long for more closeness in your daily walk with Christ?In today's world, it is so easy to lose focus and lose heart. Responsibilities fill our days—work, family, finances, and more—and the to-do list can seem never-ending. We are pulled in a million directions: It is Jesus only who matters in our lives and can give us true purpose and hope.Just Jesus is a 365-day devotional that reminds you everything points to Jesus alone. Trusted pastor and teacher O. S. Hawkins draws on decades of ministry to remind you to turn your eyes to the true Source of all hope and peace.This life-changing, year-long devotional includes:365 Daily Devotions: Start each day with a fresh perspective, guided by daily readings that will inspire, uplift, and challenge you in your spiritual walk.Scriptural Insights: Delve into the timeless wisdom of the Bible as you explore carefully selected verses that relate to the day's theme.Practical Application: Each devotion includes practical steps to help you live out your faith with purpose and intention. Just Jesus makes a perfect gift for Christmas, New Year's, Father's Day, graduation, or other special occasions. With a luxurious Leathersoft cover, the durable yet soft feel will look attractive on your nightstand, coffee table, or wherever in your home you choose to keep this treasured volume.As you nurture your relationship with Jesus, be reminded that it is in Him alone that we find true purpose, peace, and fulfillment. Just Jesus will help you embark on a year-long journey to bring you closer to the One who matters most—Jesus Christ.

Bring the peace and joy of Advent home to your heart this Christmas. Grow close to the Lord this Advent season with 25 insightful and meaningful devotions from bestselling author O. S. Hawkins. The Christmas Code traces the birth of Jesus from its roots in the Old Testament to the ultimate gift of God: salvation. With a short devotion each day leading up to Christmas, this seasonal devotional is the perfect way to maintain a daily focus on the true meaning of Christmas.In the middle of the hectic rush that has become our Christmas season, we often feel ourselves drifting away from the sacred meaning at the heart of the holiday. The Christmas Code, a 25-day Advent devotional, reminds you that God's greatest gift—His precious Son—is at the very heart of Advent.Each devotion includes a:Scripture passage to help focus your mind on God's Word.Devotional thought to inspire you and fix your heart on the true meaning of ChristmasCode Word to ponder and meditate on throughout the day to help unlock the blessings of each readingPrayer of reflection to align your heart with God's The Christmas Code is an affordable and effective ministry resource that can easily be gifted to Bible study groups, worship teams, church gatherings, neighbors, or loved ones in celebration of Advent. This booklet fits easily into a purse, travel bag, backpack, or postal mailer.Look for additional titles in the Code series:The Spirit CodeThe Prayer CodeThe Bible CodeThe Believer's CodeThe Jesus CodeThe Easter CodeThe Apostles' Code

Discover the secret Joshua gave the Israelites for prosperity and success: keeping God’s Word in your mouth through memorization and in your heart through meditation day and night. In The Joshua Code, O. S. Hawkins leads you on a yearlong journey to spend each week memorizing and meditating on one scripture verse so that it becomes a living part of your very being.Author O. S. Hawkins explains each scripture’s meaning so that it is easy to understand and aids the spiritual growth of readers. The 52 relevant and timely topics include:GraceTemptationPrayerThe DevilSalvationAnd much more This beautiful book features gold foil on the cover and a ribbon marker to keep your place as you study God’s Word throughout the year. The Joshua Code makes a perfect gift for new believers and also for friends and loved ones more seasoned in the faith.