It's never too late to educate!

I once heard Dr. Leonard W. Heroo say:

If you read the right books, at the rate of one book a week for one year, you could gain the equivalent of a Harvard education.

He should know. He was a graduate of Harvard and Yale.

When you're reading books, you never run out of things to say. Your mind is always churning on new ideas and new possibilities. Stop and consider the value of a book:

A book is incredibly powerful because it gives you leverage. The author could have spent years of his or her life studying a subject, reading everything that had already been written, learning from the best, summarizing different theories, and simplifying complex ideas. After ten years of research, thousands of hours and millions of pages can be condensed into a concise little 200 page novel, and little old you comes along to get it for $10. —Brian Armstrong, Lifehack

We spend far too much time doing shallow reading on the Internet. Someone suggested following the 80/20 rule when it comes to reading. Basically, what that means is you spend 80 percent of your time reading books and 20 percent reading from other sources.

So here's the challenge: The secular world has laid out a list of books to keep you reading one book a week for 52 weeks, to become a self-made scholar in a year's time. As a Christian, I would not want to fill my mind with the ungodly philosophy contained in many of the books on that list.

Instead, I believe a Christian can become a self-made scholar by studying the Bible and Christian classics. And, yes! I believe it's possible to become a self-made Christian scholar by reading a book a week for a year, if you're careful about the books you choose. Think how it could impact your life!

Click here to begin your journey into a life-changing Christian book.

You Changed My Life by Max Lucado

This treasured gift book is a 2011 Christian Book Award Winner filled with stories of real people with remarkable hearts.

If someone has changed your life for the good, now is the time to celebrate by letting them know how much they matter.

Oftentimes true heroes of faith don't stand out in the world, but they have made a lasting difference in someone's life—they're a hero to someone. This gift book celebrates their story by first providing a dedication beginning with "You changed my life by___" to be written in detail by the giver to the recipient. To follow are stories told by Max about others who have answered the call of their convictions and took steps of faith (both big and small) resulting in lasting change in the lives around them.

It's a message that honors the person who receives the book, and inspires us all to see that real people with remarkable hearts can change lives. Learn more.

Treasuring Emma Middlefield Family Novel

Emma was Adam's first love but circumstances made them both choose different paths in life. Emma's heart breaks all over again when Adam returns to the Amish community of Middlefield, Ohio, years later.

For the past ten years, Emma has been raising her siblings after their parents' untimely death. She's put their needs above her own and now, with them grown, she can focus on herself and her dream of opening a yarn store in the vacant cider house on her land.

With Adam's return come feelings Emma's long buried. They're older and life hasn't turned out the way they thought it would. Adam's feelings for Emma are stronger than ever, but will he be able to convince her to put others aside and give their love a chance? Learn more.

The Early Reader's Bible by Gilbert V. Beers

Teach your kids to read and love God's Word with their very own "I can read it myself" Bible! They'll love the feeling of accomplishment they get from reading the Bible themselves.

Completely revised, the Early Readers Bible features 64 stories that use a 450-word vocabulary list developed from public school reading materials. Each chapter closes with questions and activities that parents and kids can share together. Also, colorful illustrations and real-life applications increase a child's understanding of God's Word.

Help your child learn to associate the words "I can" with reading and loving Scripture -- and with the child-friendly, best-selling Early Readers Bible. Recommended for children, ages 4 to 8. Learn more.

Shepherding a Child's Heart DVD Seminar

In this fifteen session video series, Tedd Tripp walks the viewer through the core content of his book Shepherding a Child's Heart. From the fundamental biblical passages that define what good parenting is, Tedd descibes both the concepts and the methods in lively detail. His wealth of experience as a parent, a school administrator, and a pastor are evident in his stories and insights as he teaches the principles of biblical parenting.

The fifteen 30 minute sessions are contained on four DVDs. There is a separate computer disk containing an auto start Adobe Reader (PDF) file to easily print a complete 45 page Discussion Guide. Learn more.

Nashville Homecoming DVD with Bill Gaither and Friends

Bill and Gloria Gaither present a memorable Nashville Homecoming in this heartwarming DVD from the Gaither Gospel Series.

Hosted by Bill Gaither, this event features the Collingsworth Family, Jeff and Sheri Easter, Brock Speer, the Oak Ridge Boys, the Gatlin Brothers, the Isaacs, Mark Lowry, Dottie Rambo, the Hoppers and many more.

This music video was filmed on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry and features more than 250 of gospel music's finest voices. Nashville Homecoming features more than 90 minutes of classic gospel favorites. This Homecoming gathering pays tribute to the legends who paved the way for gospel music as we know it and, most importantly, celebrates the Good News that remains forever relevant in our ever-changing culture.

Lift your spirits and brighten your home as you experience God's Presence in this very special gathering. Learn more.

Large Brown with Tan DuoTone Zippered Bible Cover with Names of Jesus

This handsome Italian Duo-Tone cover features a beautiful debossed design made up of the scriptural names of Jesus. This cover also features a sturdy zippered closure, leather-look zipper pull, Interior organizer pockets, and pen holders.

This cover will fit the Quest Study Bible, the Zondervan NIV Study Bible and NIV Student Bible as well as many other books and Bibles up to 6 7/8' x 9 5/8' (244mm x 175mm). Learn more.

Bella: a novelization of the award-winning movie

"If you want God to laugh, tell him your plans."

For Jose the cook and Nina the beautiful waitress life has not turned out the way either had planned. Living with the weight of guilt and lost dreams, each struggles to survive and to make sense of what life now holds. But the events of one ordinary day in New York City turn into an unforgettable experience that changes both of their lives forever.

Based on the #1 top-rated movie of 2007 and one of the most honored films of the year--winning the highly coveted People's Choice Award at the Toronto Film Festival, Best Picture and Best Actor at the 2008 MovieGuide Awards—Bella is a story about redemption, family and finding love unexpectedly. Learn more.

Operation World, 7th Edition by Jason Mandryk

Operation World is the definitive global prayer handbook that will help focus your heart and life towards God's passion for His glory. With over 1 million copies of past versions being sold, this all new 7th edition has been completely updated and revised by Jason Mandryk and covers the entire populated world.

Whether you are an intercessor praying behind the scenes for world change, a missionary reaping the benefits of intercession or simply curious about the world, Operation World will give you the information necessary to be a vital part in fulfilling God's passion for the nations. Learn more.

What Every Child Should Know About the Bible by Gilbert Beers

The Good Samaritan, Samson and Delilah, David and Goliath---many of us know these stories so well because our mothers or fathers, our grandfathers or grandmothers, or maybe even a Sunday school teacher told these stories to us while we were young.

Gil Beers, author of dozens of Bible books for children, understands the importance of passing on a rich biblical heritage to our children. He's written What Every Child Should Know about the Bible as an easy-to-use teaching tool for parents.

You'll find the Top 100 Bible stories quickly and easily. A list of the best Bible verses to review with your children will be at your fingertips, with fun Bible facts sprinkled throughout the book to encourage your children to dig deeper.

Teaching children about the Bible can be fun. What Every Child Should Know about the Bible shows you how. Learn more.

And Then I Had Kids: Encouragement for Mothers of Young Children

Susan Alexander Yates is an author who has truly "been there." When her twin daughters were born, they joined siblings ages two, four, and seven. Through the challenges of raising those five young children, Susan realized the need for an honest, practical book that helps parents through that time of life.

This new edition of the best-selling And Then I Had Kids contains guidance for dealing with common struggles such as discipline, priorities, and fatigue.

Susan is honest about the frustrations of parenting, yet encourages parents through her own experiences. She offers a biblical perspective on family life, inspiring mothers (and fathers!) to create a loving atmosphere, find good role models, and shape a Christian home. Learn more.