C.B.A. Book of the Year 2006
CAPTIVATING, by John and Stasi Eldredge, published by Thomas Nelson
Every little girl has dreams of being swept up into a great adventure, of being the beautiful princess. Sadly, when women grow up, they are often swept up into a life filled merely with duty and demands. Many Christian women are tired, struggling under the weight of the pressure to be a "good servant," a nurturing caregiver, or a capable home manager.
What "Wild at Heart" (last year's winner of this award) did for men, "Captivating" can do for women. This groundbreaking book shows readers the glorious design of women before the fall, describes how the feminine heart can be restored, and casts a vision for the power, freedom, and beauty of a woman released to be all she was meant to be. By revealing the core desires every woman shares—to be romanced, to play an irreplaceable role in a grand adventure, and to unveil beauty - John and Stasi Eldredge invite women to recover their feminine hearts, created in the image of an intimate and passionate God. Further, they encourage men to discover the secret of a woman's soul, and to delight in the beauty and strength women were created to offer.
C.B.A. Album of the Year 2006
Chris Tomlin, a native Texan with the unique ability to craft a worship song larger than the state itself, has delivered songs that have swept across the globe. "Arriving" features a number of songs that have become firm favourites around the world including “How Great Is Our God”, “Your Grace Is Enough”, and “Indescribable”.
The songs on "Arriving" are based on the theme of Isaiah 40:3-5..."In the desert prepare the way for the Lord; make straight in the wilderness a highway for our God..."
The all-new recording captures a fresh stripped down acoustic rock style paired with soaring melodies and grounded lyrics that focus on the richness and glory of our Creator.
"Arriving" justly deserves to be voted Album Of The Year for the impact the songs have had on in New Zealand.
C.B.A. Young Person’s Book of the Year 2006
The Beginner's Bible, by Karen Henley, published by Candle Publishing
"The Beginner's Bible" was created more than fifteen years ago, to tell favourite Bible stories in a language children could easily understand. It became a treasured bestseller, playing a pivotal role in the spiritual development of a generation of children. This new revised and updated edition features fresh new art, new easy to read text, bright full colour illustrations, and 94 Bible stories. This is a perfect way to introduce your young children to the stories and characters of the Bible.
C.B.A. N.Z. Christian Book of the Year 2006
Winner of this award in 2005, JOY Magazine emerges as clear winner again in 2006
JOY Magazine is a bi monthly NZ-published Magazine with a Mission.
Its Mission: To provide Christian women in New Zealand with a high quality, full colour, glossy magazine that will equip them to reach their full potential.
Its Values: To be honest, trustworthy, positive and fun at all times.
Its Vision: To establish a trust in order to 'help others to succeed'. The aim is to initially help charities, communities and organisations throughout New Zealand that already exist.
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