Books published by publisher Deseret Book Co

Combining keen observation with an endless supply of imagination has become the hallmark of James C. Christensen, one of the world's most beloved artists. The artist thinks art should invite us, attract us, and draw us in writes Christensen of his titular painting Passage by Faith. The author says I'd love for the viewer to participate a bit in this painting and imagine himself in that boat, making a passage by faith. Such personal thoughts and feelings are at the heart of this beautiful and timeless book of art, inspiration, and spiritual emotion. For more than thirty years, Christensen has been translating the world around him into masterful and inventive art. This collection the first ever for a Latter-day Saint audience explores the spiritual elements of his work and unveils the visual metaphors, symbols, and meaning behind the meanings of some of his most popular fantasy pieces, such as Hold to the Rod and The Responsible Woman. Also included are pieces with deeply personal meaning, such as Twilight and The Nest, and scriptural images such as Gethsemane, The Rich Young Ruler, and The Annunciation, as well as a few gems that have never been printed before. Beautifully designed with more than sixty images and comments from the artist, this is a book that art-lovers of all ages will treasure. Inspired by the world s myths, fables and tales of imagination, James C. Christensen wants his work to add up to more than a beautiful if sometimes curious looking work of art. Having taught art professionally for over 20 years, he likes to think of the world as his classroom. His hope is that through whatever he creates-be it a porcelain, fine art print or book-he can convey a message, inspiration or a simple laugh. He believes that teaching people to use their imagination helps us find solutions to sooth the stresses of everyday life-or get a little lift to help us keep going. In short: all things are possible when you share Christensen s philosophy that Believing is Seeing.

The reception is over, the decorations are put way, and the third tier of the cake is in the freezer. You have planned the weeding; not it is time to plan the marriage! What will life be like between now and your first anniversary? John and Kim Bytheway explore some of the wonderful adjustments of that first year. They talk about such things as expectations, communication, appreciation, commitment, and finances, and they also offer fun suggestions for keeping the romance alive on a tight budget--all the things they wish they'd known when they were newlyweds. So while you are waiting for the pictures to come back, snuggle up and read What We Wish We'd Known When We Were Newlyweds -- a perfect guide for going from anxiously engaged to happily married.

Looking for some real heroes for your children? This book is full of them: men and women from the early days of the Church who stayed strong through enormous trials and witnessed incredible miracles. Watch Church history come alive for your family as you share these inspiring experiences, some from prophets and Church leaders, others from Saints whose stories are less well known but just as exciting. A marvelous resource book for home evenings and children's talks, Great Stories from Mormon History is a classic you and your children will return to again and again.

Faith is the first principle of the gospel of Jesus Christ. So what happens when a person has doubts? Questioning is not the problem, according to authors Terryl and Fiona Givens. After all, they write, the Restoration unfolded because a young man asked questions. The difficulty arises when questions are based on flawed assumptions or incorrect perceptions, which can point us in the wrong direction, misdirect our attention, or constrain the answers we are capable of hearing. This insightful book offers a careful, intelligent look at doubt at some of its common sources, the challenges it presents, and the opportunities it may open up in a person s quest for faith. Whether you struggle with your own doubts or mostly want to understand loved ones who question, you will appreciate this candid discussion. You ll come away feeling more certain than ever of the Lord s love for all of His children.

Imagine what it would be like being a Latter-day Saint teenager today. It could get pretty tough at times, and frustrating too. Popular youth speaker John Bytheway used to wish that someone or some book could have answered more of his questions when he was young — mostly the Why? kinds of questions. In a positive, thought-provoking way, John Bytheway outlines each chapter as if it were a class in high school. Classes cover such subjects as self-esteem, chastity, popularity, the Book of Mormon, and why there are so many churches. There's a break from class for an assembly where the author discusses being Christlike every day. He explains that more important things are going on than what to wear and where to go on the next date. While explaining and answering common questions and frustrations of LDS young people, the author also subtly challenges and stretches their abilities, motivating them to seek the way and will of the Lord.