Audiobooks narrated by Mark Smeby

The Case for Christ Devotional for Kids: 365 Days with Jesus

"With clear facts and answers to the questions young middle school readers ask most, this 365-day devotional adaptation of Lee Strobel's New York Times bestselling and award-winning The Case for Christ uses kid-friendly language, examples, and easy-to-understand information to help children dig deeper into their faith and relationship with Jesus. The tough questions kids 8-12 ask about faith, Jesus, and Christianity are investigated and answered in this 365-day devotional that uses the historical facts and theological truths found in The Case for Christ to help young readers develop their faith and understand what it means to be a Christian. Each day's reading also includes reflection questions, helping kids think through what their faith personally means to them. Become an expert witness for Jesus! For kids who want to learn more about Christianity or simply have questions about the Bible, this devotional helps young readers understand why Jesus's ministry and miracles are true and why we can confidently believe in Jesus today. The Case for Christ Devotional for Kids: - Includes 365 days of devotions for kids that use kid-friendly language and clear examples to help kids understand faith and the proven truths that support Christianity - Mixes inspirational prose with facts, research, and true stories - Answers for why Christians believe what they do and their core theology - Ways to talk to other people about Jesus and open conversations or discussions about faith - Presents Christian philosophy and world views in a child-friendly apologetic - Contains content previously published as The Case for Christ Devotions for Kids with a fresh, updated look In addition, The Case for Christ Devotional for Kids: - Can be used for family devotion time, Sunday schools, or youth ministry - Is ideal for boys and girls ages 8-12 - Is a perfect way to encourage a child's spiritual and faith development and engage them with the Bible - Makes a great gift for Christmas, Easter, at the start of a new year or back to school - Can be read alongside The Case for Christ for Young Readers for a deeper investigation of faith Help children with faith development and answer the questions they wonder about most with the rest of the series: - The Case for Christ Young Reader's Edition - The Case for Heaven Young Reader's Edition"

Lee Strobel (Author), Mark Smeby (Narrator)

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Emotionally Healthy Success: Measuring What Matters Most to Jesus

"Read by the author. The way we define success is breaking us. And we're being invited into a health modeled by Jesus. In Emotionally Healthy Success, Peter Scazzero launches a quiet revolution--calling leaders to reject the world's metrics of speed, growth, and applause for Jesus' slower, deeper way. Drawing from hard-won lessons as a pastor and founder of Emotionally Healthy Discipleship, he charts a practical path toward deep transformation--one that reshapes your inner life, your team, and your church for lasting impact. How we define success matters because there are real consequences for getting it wrong. When we measure success by numbers and image, we inevitably invest our best energies in quick returns, short-term fixes, and an anxious search for the next 'big thing.' In the process, we damage ourselves and those we lead. More importantly, we drift from Jesus' upside-down way--where the first are last, power is found in weakness, and faithfulness counts more than fame. Scazzero invites us into the Jesus revolution of success no one saw coming--a radical reorientation of leadership around his life and teaching. Through four defining reversals, he unveils a new way of leading marked by slowing down, attuning and listening in prayer, embracing limits, and finding God's power in hiddenness rather than charisma or strategy. At the heart of the book lies The Emotionally Healthy Scorecard for Success, a fresh framework drawn from more than thirty years of global ministry. It introduces eight markers for Personal Formation--the inner life of integrity, rest, and surrender--and eight markers for Culture Formation--the outward fruit of emotionally healthy leadership that shapes marriages, teams, and entire congregations. Together, they redefine what fruitfulness and long-term missional impact truly look like in God's kingdom. Finally, Scazzero calls leaders to embrace a Rule of Life strong enough to hold the weight of their calling, recovering the church's ancient monastic DNA for the formation of today's pastors, staff, and volunteers. He then shows how to ruthlessly reset the way we live and lead, putting first things first so that both our personal lives and our communities can flourish. Emotionally Healthy Success is a prophetic yet deeply practical invitation for every kind of leader--from small group leaders to board members to lead pastors--to trade exhaustion for wholeness, image for integrity, and hurried results for fruit that will last for generations. The appendixes can be found in the audiobook companion PDF download."

Peter Scazzero (Author), Mark Smeby, Peter Scazzero (Narrator)

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Apologetics at the Cross, Second Edition: An Introduction for Christian Witness

"Equip Students to Defend the Faith with Clarity and Grace Apologetics at the Cross offers a comprehensive, classroom-ready introduction to the study and practice of Christian apologetics. Using Jesus as the model and 1 Peter as a guiding text, this textbook equips students to defend the faith with clarity, humility, and confidence. In this revised and expanded second edition, Chatraw and Allen: - Introduce the biblical, theological, and historical foundations of apologetics. - Survey major contemporary approaches and debates within the discipline. - Provide step-by-step guidance for applying apologetics in real-world ministry and cultural engagement. Designed for students in apologetics, theology, and ministry courses, Apologetics at the Cross integrates intellectual rigor with pastoral sensitivity. The authors emphasize not only what to say but how to say it--training readers to give reasoned answers with gentleness and respect. Readable, balanced, and deeply rooted in Scripture, this text prepares learners to engage today's questions about faith with both conviction and compassion. Reference material and resources can be found in the audiobook companion PDF download."

Joshua D. Chatraw, Mark D. Allen (Author), Mark Smeby (Narrator)

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Win the Morning: A 42-Day Devotional

"Your mind can be renewed, and renewal happens best in the morning. Two thousand years ago, the apostle Paul urged believers to be 'transformed by the renewing of your mind.' Long before brain scans and neuroscience, Paul understood that real change doesn't begin with our circumstances--it begins in our thoughts, in the quiet places of our hearts where God does his deepest work. Today, modern science confirms it. Our brains are shaped by repeated thoughts and habits, and research shows not only that morning routines are the fastest and most effective means of formation but that lasting change occurs with two to eight weeks of consistent practice: forty-two days. In Win the Morning, Kyle Idleman invites you to give God the first moments of your day and allow him to shape your thoughts, your focus, and your heart. And as you begin each day in his presence, you'll learn how to: - Recognize unhealthy thought patterns, take your thoughts captive, and invite God's truth into your mind - Replace lies with Scripture and rewire your thinking to be in line with God's Word - Solidify new mental pathways through practical mind exercises and focused prayer If you're ready to break free from destructive thought patterns and step into lasting transformation, it starts when you wake up. Win the Morning will show you how."

Kyle Idleman (Author), Mark Smeby (Narrator)

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Ignite Your Greatest Potential: 60 Days to Train Your Thoughts

"Picture this: You're crushing it at work, but inside? A nonstop loop of doubt: 'What if I fail? Why bother trying?' Everyone struggles with their thoughts. Ignite Your Greatest Potential: 60 Days to Train Your Thoughts is a 60-day "mind gym" designed for real life. In short, read-in-one-sitting entries (about 350 words), Dr. Josh Axe helps you recognize the negative loops that keep you stuck-then shows you how to flip them into healthier, empowering patterns. You'll uncover 12 common mental barriers (like scarcity mindset, comparison, and self-sabotage) and practice simple, proven strategies to break their grip. Each day ends with a personal action prompt so you can apply the shift immediately-at work, at home, and in your relationships How This Solution Delivers Desired Outcomes - Identifies negative thought patterns that keep people stuck. - Provides ways to overcome limiting beliefs that hold you back. - Provides the roadmap that guides readers to grow beyond perceived boundaries and unlock their greatest potential. - Teaches the tools that create lasting change. Carefully curated from Think This, Not That Dr. Axe identifies the barriers that hold people captive and introduces a transformative mindset that can break old thought patterns and liberate those plagued with negative thinking and limiting beliefs. It's like having a thought-whisperer in your pocket, designed for real lives juggling kids, careers, and chaos."

Josh Axe (Author), Mark Smeby (Narrator)

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Reflecting the Son: How to Mirror Jesus

"How Worshiping Jesus Reshapes All of You In this urgent and inspiring follow-up to Revering God, Thaddeus Williams presents Reflecting the Son: How to Mirror Jesus, a bold call to move beyond shallow notions of 'Christlikeness' that confuse it with mere niceness or vague spirituality. With clarity and conviction, Williams draws from philosophy, science, art, psychology, literature, and--above all--Scripture to reveal how worshiping Jesus transforms every aspect of life: our thinking, our emotions, our relationships, our creativity, and our purpose. Organized around the acronym R-E-F-L-E-C-T, this book offers seven dimensions of mirroring Jesus: - Reason like Jesus - Emote his compassion - Flip worldly power upside down - Love radically - Elevate others - Create beauty that reflects his genius - Transform all of life under his Lordship With theological depth, cultural insight, and a winsome blend of humor and devotion, Reflecting the Son equips readers to live Christ-shaped lives in tangible, transformative ways. Each chapter closes with powerful testimonies from leading theologians and robust study guides--making this book ideal for personal growth, church discipleship, and small group study. Reflection prompts, resources, and visual references can be found in the audiobook companion PDF download."

Thaddeus J. Williams (Author), Mark Smeby (Narrator)

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This Thing Called Christianity: A Dance of Mystery, Truth, Grace, and Beauty

"Bestselling author and speaker Jefferson Bethke tears back the worn canvas of religiosity, lets an unsalvageable, phony frame of distractions fall away, and unfolds for the reader the breathtaking mystery, meaning, worth, and value of the Christian faith. Based on his bestselling book It's Not What You Think, Jefferson Bethke takes you on a journey from the creation of the universe in Genesis to the great feast of celebration in Revelation. Reexamining Christianity from the very beginning as revealed in the Bible, Bethke discovers a story far more beautiful and compelling than the one most Christians are telling today. Instead of rescuing us from the world, God wants us to be part of his plan to restore the world. The story of Christianity is, therefore, about becoming more alive and more fully human by following the one human who was also God in flesh, Jesus."

Jefferson Bethke (Author), Mark Smeby (Narrator)

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Navigate Life Like a Pro: 100 Days for Boys to Build Confidence and Purpose

"Level up and handle life like a pro with 100 devotions to encourage faith, build resilience against tough challenges, and learn practical tips for daily life. Navigate Life Like A Pro provides faith-based guidance for issues like anxiety, self confidence, bullying, faith conversations, and more all packed into 100 daily devotionals that tween and middle grade boy will connect with. Imagine your life armed with confidence and clarity, ready to take on life's challenges. Growing up is like navigating through a maze full of surprises, challenges, and decisions that can be difficult, thankfully God's right there alongside you. Filled with captivating stories, meaningful reflections, and practical advice, in this 100-day devotional you'll find: - Themes of empowerment that become your go-to guide for transforming challenges into opportunities and making confident moves. - Real-life wisdom for issues such as dealing with bullying to self-esteem to making tough decisions in life, including sex, drugs and other social anxieties - Faith-based guidance providing insight and advice rooted in solid biblical wisdom to help you grow stronger in your walk with God - Ways to surround yourself with friends who share your values and support your goals. Whether it's through church youth groups, school clubs, or sports teams, find places where you can meet like-minded people. Build confidence, strengthen your faith, and develop personal growth with action-oriented devotionals that feature practical steps you can take to apply in your everyday life."

Ed Strauss (Author), Mark Smeby (Narrator)

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Help! I'm Ruining My Kids: A Gospel Guide for the Mom Who's Desperate for Change

"Read by the author. Are you worried that, despite your best efforts, you're messing up your kids? Help! I'm Ruining My Kids is your invitation to trade defeat and fear for hope and joy as you follow the biblical road map to becoming the mom you're meant to be. We all desperately want to be good mothers who produce good humans, but our flaws and habits get in the way. We're reactive when we want to be intentional. We check out when we need to be engaged. And at the end of a long day, our minds are often flooded with thoughts of self-condemnation. Author and mother Abbey Wedgeworth has been there too. But she has an important message to share with fellow moms: Nothing is beyond redemption--not you, not your experience of motherhood, and not your kids' experience of your imperfections. In Help! I'm Ruining My Kids, Abbey invites you to journey with her toward a place where God's grace frees you from a guilty conscience, his compassion ministers to your past and present hardships, and his Spirit transforms you to look more like Jesus. With refreshing transparency, practical wisdom, and biblical encouragement, Abbey helps you to: - Identify and accept your personal limits - Develop realistic expectations for motherhood - Discover how to fight against mom guilt and the shame that comes with it - Create a comprehensive action plan for change - Learn to parent well as a work in progress The good news is we can change--with a few practical tools and a whole lot of God's grace. Charts and a discussion guide can be found in the audiobook companion PDF download."

Abbey Wedgeworth (Author), Abbey Wedgeworth, Mark Smeby (Narrator)

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All Pro Dad: Seven Essentials to Be a Hero to Your Kids

""An NFL player becomes an All-Pro by relentlessly focusing on the fundamentals and executing them with sheer determination. The same is true to become an All Pro Dad. This book not only highlights the fundamentals of fatherhood, but also gives dads a winning game plan to do their most important job well." -Tony Dungy, Super Bowl winning coach and NBC Sports commentator The game-winning playbook for every father Dads, do you want to be a hero to your kids? A go-to coach for your teens? A husband your wife knows she can count on? All Pro Dad lays out a game plan built on seven essential fathering truths and ultra-practical insights for the questions every dad needs answered at some point. Like football, fatherhood is about winning. But it's more than just scoring points. It's about winning the hearts and minds of your children and leaving a rich legacy of love for future generations. With gut-level "huddle" questions to ask your children, and firsthand stories from well-recognized dads (CBS broadcaster James "JB" Brown, Chick-Fil-A founder and CEO S. Truett Cathy, Grammy Award-winning recording artist Michael W. Smith, FedEx Express COO and president, international, Michael Ducker, and more), All Pro Dad will stir you, equip you, and inspire you toward the goal of being a champion father and a hero to your kids."

Mark Merrill (Author), Mark Smeby (Narrator)

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Is It Really the Good Book?: Restoring Your Faith in the Bible by Questioning Your Assumptions About It

"Ever surprised by the Bible? This book is for you. Why should I allow an ancient book to tell me how to live in the 21st century? Why is the God of the Old Testament so vengeful? Is the Bible really a good book? Biola professor John Marriott and ministry veteran Shawn Wicks have met a lot of people who are troubled by the Bible. Whether it is apparent contradictions in Scripture or the violence depicted in the Old Testament, Scripture presents itself as an obstacle to faith. Many former Christians consistently report that the number one reason they no longer identify as Christians is the Bible itself. Raised in the church but having only a Sunday School level of familiarity with the Bible, former Christians were shocked when they picked it up and read it for themselves. Distressed at the inconsistency of the Bible with modern science, troubled by its “errors”, embarrassed at the mythical-sounding nature of many Bible stories, outraged at the strange and even barbaric laws it contains, and ashamed that much of what it teaches is at odds with their modern moral sensibilities, former Christians could no longer accept the Bible as a wise guide for life, let alone as the Word of God. The authors of Is It Really the Good Book? face these questions head-on in a quest to understand and appreciate the Bible better. What they discovered is assumptions matter when it comes to the Bible, and too many of us approach Scriptures with doubts and assumptions that we have picked up in our culture. Is It Really the Good Book? identifies and responds to the most common misunderstandings of what the Bible is, along with the inaccurate and harmful assumptions that distort what it teaches."

John Marriott, Shawn Wicks (Author), Mark Smeby (Narrator)

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The Missing Messiah: The Jesus We Can No Longer Ignore

"What if your Jesus is shaped more by culture than by Scripture? There’s no shortage of ways to fill the minutes of our days―from doomscrolling to binge-watching TV to playing video games. But will you find what you are really looking for on a screen? There’s something missing in our lives, and we all feel it. In our instant world, Jesus has been ignored, forgotten, and reduced. He’s a life coach dedicated to our success, a therapist for our anxiety, a political ally for our causes, or a genie for our desires. In the process, we overlook the only one who can rescue us from ourselves. If Jesus walked into the room right now, would you recognize him? In The Missing Messiah, pastors and bestselling authors Kyle Idleman, author of Not a Fan, and Mark Moore, author of Core 52, team together to help you: - grow in your conviction of who Jesus is and what he’ll do in your life - cut through the cultural chaos and live the life Jesus promised - move from a transactional relationship with Jesus to a deep and intimate one - trace the prophecies around the Messiah through Scripture, uncovering the authentic identity of Christ - ground your life on the truth that can empower and transform The Missing Messiah is your breakthrough to fully experience Jesus not merely as savior but as King―penetrating every depth and breadth of your life."

Kyle Idleman, Mark E. Moore (Author), Mark Smeby (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Mark Smeby

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