Catherine MacKenzie Books

Designed for young readers, this book from the Little Lights series offers engaging stories tailored for different reading levels. Ideal for children aged 4 to 7, it encourages early literacy and independent reading. The content is crafted to captivate young imaginations while promoting a love for reading through relatable themes and characters.

Some people want to look beautiful, wearing the best clothes, with gorgeous hair, and pretty jewellery. But is that what beauty is all about? Anna, Leah and Dorcas can teach us how to be women of God, people with an eternal beauty that is more than skin deep!

Tells the true story of Corrie Ten Boom and little Dutch watch shop. While she mends watches she is constantly watching out for danger to ensure that her friends in the secret room are safe. Tells the story of God who is the only one who can keep us safe.

Set in the equatorial jungle, this true story follows Helen Roseveare as she faces a critical need for a hot water bottle to save an orphaned baby. Despite the unlikelihood of such an item being sent to a warm climate, a little girl's heartfelt prayer sparks hope. The narrative explores themes of faith and divine intervention as Helen awaits the arrival of a mysterious parcel. The unfolding events reveal the power of belief and the unexpected ways in which help can arrive.

For many years adults have enjoyed and been blessed by the profound thinking and clear writing of Charles Haddon Spurgeon. Now this small padded book allows children to discover this joy for themselves. Following the premise of The Chequebook of the Bank of Faith, prolific children's author and editor Catherine Mackenzie has adapted Spurgeon's devotionals to be accessible to today's 9-14 year olds, allowing a new generation to treasure God's promises. Each entry finishes with a suggestion for what the reader should do in response to what they have read, and a prayer.

Arrested by the Government of Romania in the 1960s, Richard Wurmbrand was convicted of a crime - Loving Jesus.

'On your marks, get set, Go!' The race begins and Eric Liddell thunders down the track. The crowd cheers him on. Eric Liddell has spent months preparing himself for the Olympics. But he has also spent years getting ready to serve God. Which is more important - winning a gold medal or honouring Jesus Christ? Can Eric do both?

17th Century Scottish Presbyterian pastor Biography for young teenagers Part of the Trail Blazers series

We all have heroes - people we admire, look up to, and want to be like. Here are twenty-one heroes who stood up for their faith. We remember them because they did great and brave things for their God. Learn about them, and find that you can be a Christian Hero too!

These women made sacrifices for their faith. They endured pain and suffering in order to give glory to their Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, and they have given us a legacy. With these twenty-six heronies, you can go through history and see how these women made a difference in their world and in the Church. From the slave girl Blandina through to the young mother Betty Stam, we discover the women from the early church to modern missionaries who face their struggles with the strength of God. Nothing could separate them, or us, from the love of God

Jane and Tom are waiting for a new baby! Mum and Dad and Granny anre waiting too. Even Splat the cat is curious about the new baby. When will the baby arrive?This is an ideal book to share with a young child who is waiting for a new brother or sister. Jane and Tom discover about babies and families and how it is that God cares for everyone...including the new baby.

When John Calvin was a young boy, he was taught many things that weren't true but when he discovered the truth about God and Jesus Christ, it was a very exciting time for him.

What made an ordinary monk become a catalyst for the Reformation in Europe in the 1500s? Discover how a fresh understanding of the Scriptures transformed Martin Luther's life and had a enormous impact on Europe.

A teenage trip to the beach, a diving accident, and a life of disability testifies to the goodness of God. Joni Eareckson Tada is a Christian author, speaker and artist whose life was turned upside down at the age of seventeen when a serious diving accident meant she was paralysed from the shoulders down. This short biography tells the story of what happened on that fateful day, and in the days and years that followed. Catherine MacKenzie skilfully shows how Joni's story is a story of God's goodness in the face of extreme suffering. Her testimony is one that has encouraged and moved people around the world. Read it here and see how the God of love is working for the good of those who love him, even in the most challenging circumstances.

The true story of Martin Luther and the Reformation. What would you do if you were hungry and needed your supper? Would you stand outside someone?'s door and sing for it? At the boarding school in Eisenach, Martin and his friends had to sing for their supper. As well as working out ways to get some tasty food before bedtime Martin spent a lot of time thinking about how to get to heaven. Martin thought that he had to pray for hours on end, eat very little, work very hard and study a great many good books in order to have his sins forgiven. However, as he began to read God?'s Word for himself he discovered that the answer was not in doing these things, but by putting his trust in the Lord Jesus Christ.

Find out how God changed George Muller from a thief to someone even children could trust.

David Livingstone's remarkable journeys in Africa highlight his bravery and unwavering faith. Facing dangers like a lion chase, he fearlessly traveled to share his message about Jesus with the local people. Livingstone's adventures showcase not only his courage but also his deep trust in the Lord, which fueled his mission despite the risks involved. This true story emphasizes themes of faith, courage, and the determination to spread a message of hope in challenging circumstances.

When Amy Carmichael was a little girl she had begged God to give her blue eyes. But blue eyes were not the eyes of India - but Amy's brown eyes were.

Short, illustrated biographies for 4-7 year-olds C. S. Lewis, Gladys Aylward, Lottie Moon, John Knox & Charles Spurgeon

Following on from God's Promises Kept, Catherine Mackenzie gives us more devotions inspired by Charles Haddon Spurgeon's Chequebook of the Bank of Faith. By adapting Spurgeon's daily devotions to be accessible for today's 9-14 year olds, Catherine Mackenzie encourages a new generation to cling to the promises of God. This small padded book is a treasure trove that would be an idea gift for any child. Each entry finishes with a suggestion for what the reader should do in response to what they have read, and a prayer.

Are you great at quizzes? Do you know the answers to all the questions in Sunday School? Can you beat anyone in Bible trivia? Well, that's great! But the very best thing that you can learn from the Bible is how to have a relationship with God. It's important to not just know about God, but to know him personally.Catherine MacKenzie shows us how we can get to know God as our saviour and friend.

Die junge Mary Slessor hat ein hartes Leben. Aus den Slums von Dundee in Schottland reist sie in die wilden DschungelAfrikas. Wo auch immer sie hingeht, verkündet sie die gute Nachricht von Jesus Christus. Wie ist es, in einer Jutefabrikin Dundee zu arbeiten oder unter kriegerischen Stämmen in Afrika? Es ist harte Arbeit, es ist gefährlich - aber es ist ein Abenteuer, für Gott zu arbeiten.

Die Geschichte, wie Gladys Aylward von Gott berufen wird, als Missionarin nach China zu gehen. Als Mädchen hat sie sichimmer gewünscht, größer zu sein und blonde Haare zu haben. Aber als sie in China ankommt, stellt sie fest, dass dieMenschen dort alle dunkle Haare haben und klein sind. Kinder erfahren hier von ihrer Missionsarbeit und von ihrer Fluchtvor der japanischen Armee, bei der sie viele Waisenkinder über die Berge in Sicherheit bringt.

Die Geschichte von Helen Roseveare erzählt von einem Waisenkind im Dschungel, das dringend eine Wärmflasche benötigt. Als das Mädchen dafür betet, fragt sich Helen, ob das Gebet erhört wird. Überraschenderweise trifft am selben Tag ein Paket ein.

Joni Eareckson je známá křesťanská spisovatelka, která vystupuje na řadě akcí, ale i ona byla kdysi dospívající dívkou v plavkách, která nemyslela na nic jiného než na kluky, líčení a svou milovanou klisnu Tumbleweed. Všechno se však jednoho rána změnilo, když skákání do vody skončilo tragickou nehodou. Joniin příběh je nádhernýmsvědectvím o Boží milosti a moci v životě člověka. Přestože se Joni zázračně neuzdravila, její věrná služba tisícům hendikepovaných lidí po celém světě je zázrakem sama o sobě.