Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # 21st Century Christian, Inc. Christian Publisher and Supplier ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.21stcc.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Now Available: Unveiling the Proverbs (with special Introductory pricing)](https://www.21stcc.com/now-available-unveiling-the-proverbs-with-special-introductory-pricing/) - We all make decisions every day that shape the direction of our lives—some significant, others that seem small but carry weight over time. That’s exactly where the book of Proverbs meets us. We’re excited to officially release Unveiling the Proverbs, a practical Bible study that helps women apply God’s wisdom to everyday life. From major - [Bible Study for Busy Schedules: A Flexible, Affordable, and Easy-to-Use option](https://www.21stcc.com/bible-study-for-busy-schedules-a-flexible-affordable-and-easy-to-use-option/) - Life is busy. Between work, family, church commitments, and everything else that fills our days, finding time for consistent Bible study can feel like a challenge rather than a joy. But what if Bible study could fit into your life instead of competing with it? That’s exactly the idea behind FLEX. What Is FLEX? FLEX - [Simple Studies: A Fresh, Meaningful Way to Study the Bible](https://www.21stcc.com/simple-studies-a-fresh-meaningful-way-to-study-the-bible/) - What if Bible study felt less overwhelming—and more personal, meaningful, and sustainable? That’s the heartbeat behind Simple Studies, a new series designed to help you engage Scripture in a way that is both accessible and deeply transformative. With three new volumes—Grace, Peace, and Mercy—this series invites readers to slow down, reflect, and truly encounter God’s - [Don’t Get "Tide" Down: Prep Summer Curriculum Now](https://www.21stcc.com/dont-get-tide-down-prep-summer-curriculum-now/) - As summer approaches, church leaders and teachers are already looking ahead to the next quarter beginning June 7. If you haven’t ordered your curriculum yet, now is the time. Preparing early doesn’t just check a box—it sets you up to teach with confidence, clarity, and purpose from the very first class. At 21st Century Christian, - [VBS Spotlight—Fruit Full: Living a Spirit‑Filled Life in Jesus](https://www.21stcc.com/vbs-spotlight-fruit-full-living-a-spirit-filled-life-in-jesus/) - If you’re planning for Vacation Bible School, you’re probably balancing a dozen details—dates, volunteers, classrooms, supplies, and that ever‑present question: How do we make this week meaningful? Fruit Full: Living a Spirit‑Filled Life in Jesus is designed to help children connect biblical truth to everyday life by exploring the fruit God grows in us through - [Deepen Your Faith with a New Bible Study](https://www.21stcc.com/deepen-your-faith-with-a-new-bible-study/) - Whether you’re just beginning a study habit or ready to dive deeper, the right Bible study can make all the difference. We offer a range of thoughtfully written studies designed to meet you exactly where you are—and gently lead you forward. From Faces Near the Cross to the award-winning One of the Family, we have - [Introducing Faces Near the Cross: A Fresh Look at the People Who Stood in the Shadow of Calvary](https://www.21stcc.com/introducing-faces-near-the-cross-a-fresh-look-at-the-people-who-stood-in-the-shadow-of-calvary/) - As we step into a season of reflection and renewal, we are thrilled to share information about the release of our newest Bible study, Faces Near the Cross—a journey into the lives of the men and women whose stories intersected with Jesus in the hours leading up to His crucifixion. Step into the most pivotal - [Bloom Where God Has Planted You: A $4.99 Overstock Sale](https://www.21stcc.com/bloom-where-god-has-planted-you-a-4-99-overstock-sale/) - Every now and then, a study comes along that feels less like a book and more like a gentle hand on your shoulder — a voice of wisdom guiding you toward the woman God designed you to be. Heart’s Bouquet is one of those studies. This beautiful collection of 13 lessons was written by a - [March Featured Reads: Journey to the Cross & Celebrate the Resurrection](https://www.21stcc.com/march-featured-reads-journey-to-the-cross-celebrate-the-resurrection/) - As we step into the month of March and draw closer to Resurrection Sunday, our hearts naturally turn toward the core of our Christian faith—the sacrifice, death, and victorious resurrection of Jesus Christ. To help you prepare your heart and deepen your understanding during this meaningful time, we’re offering two impactful studies—Road to the Upper - [Resurrection Sunday Is Coming—Are You Prepared?](https://www.21stcc.com/resurrection-sunday-is-coming-are-you-prepared/) - Resurrection Sunday will be here before we know it. And if there’s one thing church leaders and ministry gatekeepers understand well, it’s that that Sunday brings more visitors through your doors than almost any other Sunday of the year. Families return to church. Neighbors accept invitations. New believers step into a worship service for the - [Unlocking Revelation: Powerful Bible Studies that Offer Hope, Victory, and Spiritual Courage](https://www.21stcc.com/unlocking-revelation-powerful-bible-studies-that-offer-hope-victory-and-spiritual-courage/) - The book of Revelation is not meant to confuse — it is meant to reveal. The book of Revelation can feel overwhelming — dragons, beasts, symbols, judgments, and images that are sometimes confusing and often misunderstood. But Revelation isn’t meant to intimidate believers. It’s meant to bless them. As Revelation 1:3 promises, “Blessed is the - [Plant the Seeds for a Great Spring Quarter](https://www.21stcc.com/plant-the-seeds-for-a-great-spring-quarter/) - 🌷 Spring Quarter Starts March 8 — Are You Ready? The start of a new quarter is just around the corner! Sunday, March 8, marks the beginning of the Spring Quarter, and now is the perfect time to make sure your church, small group, or personal study plan is fully stocked and ready to go. - [💌 Love, Faith & Flash Sales: Two Life‑Shaping Bible Studies](https://www.21stcc.com/💌-love-faith-flash-sales-two-life-shaping-bible-studies/) - Looking for resources that deepen your walk with God and strengthen your confidence in Scripture? This weekend’s Cornerstone and FLEX flash sale brings you two powerful studies from two distinct series, each designed to help believers grow in truth, love, and purpose. From February 7-11, grab Love Letters from Above and Sharing the Faith for - [Don't Miss This Flash Sale!](https://www.21stcc.com/dont-miss-this-flash-sale/) - 🔥 Flash Sale: Satan’s Tactics — Only $2.99! If you’ve been looking for a powerful, quick‑to‑read resource that helps believers recognize and resist the enemy’s schemes, this week’s flash sale is exactly what you need. From February 5 through February 9, our FLEX title Satan’s Tactics is available for just $2.99 per copy! This concise, - [Think Inside the Box: Big Savings on Boxed Cards!](https://www.21stcc.com/think-inside-the-box-big-savings-on-boxed-cards/) - Everyone loves to open the mail and find something other than a bill inside. If you love sending cards to brighten the day for friends and loved ones, you know how quickly those single-card purchases add up. Birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, holidays, thank-yous, and those “just because” moments—there’s always an occasion to share a little love - [New Year, New You: Take Care of Yourself](https://www.21stcc.com/new-year-new-you-take-care-of-yourself/) - Better than a bubble bath. . . more rejuvenating than an expensive spa treatment. . . these 180 calming, comforting devotions and prayers are just the nourishment your weary soul needs to rest and recharge. Six months of daily readings touch on topics important to you, including—Understanding Your Feelings, Protecting Your Schedule, Nourishing Your Soul, - [Kickstart Your 2026 VBS with New Starter Kits This Month!](https://www.21stcc.com/kickstart-your-2026-vbs-with-new-starter-kits-this-month/) - Happy New Year! While everyone else is still reminiscing about the holidays, smart VBS leaders are already thinking ahead to summer—and trust us, that’s a very good thing. Here’s the truth: Picking your Vacation Bible School theme early in the year is like finding the perfect playlist before a road trip. It sets the tone, - [Spring Into Bible Study: New LifeLINKS to God and Immerse in His Word Curriculum Available Now](https://www.21stcc.com/spring-into-bible-study-new-lifelinks-to-god-and-immerse-in-his-word-curriculum-available-now/) - Spring is the perfect season for renewal—and what better way to refresh your Bible study than with new curriculum designed to help you grow deeper in God’s Word? We’re excited to announce that LifeLINKS to God and Immerse in His Word spring materials are now available! Whether you’re leading a small group, teaching a class, - [Start the New Year with Big Savings!](https://www.21stcc.com/start-the-new-year-with-big-savings/) - We've officially closed the door to 2025 and are looking forward to all that 2026 has in store for us! In the meantime, we have something special in-store for you at 21st Century Christian. Today, we're giving you 50% off all dated Barbour products that we still have in stock! Choose from among these planners - [This Holiday Season, Give the Gift of Inspiration](https://www.21stcc.com/this-holiday-season-give-the-gift-of-inspiration/) - The inspired Word of God was revealed to approximately 35 writers who wrote the 66 books that comprise the Bible. Filled with history, poetry, admonitions, and instructions for our eternal salvation, the Bible went through an amazing process that eventually led us to the book we hold so dear today. In Inspiration to Ink, Mike Wilson - [Transform Your Bible Study with Truth for Today](https://www.21stcc.com/transform-your-bible-study-with-truth-for-today/) - Are you looking for a deeper study of the Scriptures from a doctrinal perspective you can trust? We have that! Visit 21stcc.com and check out the Truth for Today commentary series from Resource Publications. All commentaries in the series feature a complete exegesis and application of the Old and New Testament Scriptures written by faithful - [A Year-End Note of Gratitude](https://www.21stcc.com/a-year-end-note-of-gratitude/) - [Celebrate Global Bible Month! You Could Win a Leather Bible!](https://www.21stcc.com/celebrate-global-bible-month-you-could-win-a-leather-bible/) - Visit our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram and enter by November 30. You could win a genuine leather Bible for yourself or for a friend or loved one and get a name imprinted on the cover. This is our final giveaway in celebration of Global Bible Month, so don't delay. Enter today! - [Need Bible Study Tools? You Could Win Some from Us!](https://www.21stcc.com/need-bible-study-tools-you-could-win-some-from-us/) - It's Global Bible Month, and 21st Century Christian invites you to enter our giveaway contest! You could win a bundle of Bible study tools. See below for more details and head over to our Instagram page to enter today! - [The Winter Quarter Is Breezing into View—Order Your Curriculum Now](https://www.21stcc.com/the-winter-quarter-is-breezing-into-view-order-your-curriculum-now/) - The new quarter begins Sunday, December 7, and now is the perfect time to make sure your classrooms are equipped with the resources they need. Immerse in His Word and LifeLINKS to God are designed to help teachers share God’s Word with clarity and confidence, while engaging students of all ages. Whether you’re leading children, - [We're Here to Help.. a Little Earlier Beginning Next Week](https://www.21stcc.com/were-here-to-help-a-little-earlier-beginning-next-week/) - 🍂As the golden leaves fall and we “fall back” with the end of Daylight-Saving Time, it’s a season of change—and we’re embracing it with a small but meaningful update to better serve our community. 🍁Starting Monday, November 3, our office hours will shift to 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Monday through Friday). This change is - [What Can You Learn About Us from Just One Page? (Spoiler: A Lot!)](https://www.21stcc.com/what-can-you-learn-about-us-from-just-one-page-spoiler-a-lot/) - If you’ve ever wondered what makes 21st Century Christian tick, you don’t need to dig through our entire website to find out. Just head over to our FAQ page, and you’ll discover a treasure trove of insights that reveal who we are, how we serve, and why we care. Here’s what you’ll learn—straight from the - [Unbe-leaf-able! We Found an Error. Here's How to Fix It](https://www.21stcc.com/unbe-leaf-able-we-found-an-error-heres-how-to-fix-it/) - Looks like we jumbled up the numbers like jungle vines! On page 3 of the Untangled Ages 2 & 3 Student Book and Ages 4-K Student Book, the Days of Creation Flash Cards got tangled up. Each student's goal is to untangle them by putting the correct number on each flash card. Use the Bible’s Creation story in Genesis 1 - [Want to Make Exciting Summer Plans?](https://www.21stcc.com/want-to-make-exciting-summer-plans/) - Now that school is winding down, everyone wants to make plans for the summer. Whether it's renting a condo at the beach, renting an RV to visit family, flying internationally, taking a cruise, or spending a week at an amusement park, summer is the best time to plan an exciting vacation. Do you know what - [Act Now! 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Some of the LifeLINKS to God materials for the upcoming winter quarter have been delayed as a result of issues at the printing company. The Toddler Teacher's Guide, Upper Elementary Creative Teaching Aid, and the Upper Elementary Bible Adventures - [Author Spotlight: Meet Michael Brown](https://www.21stcc.com/author-spotlight-meet-michael-brown/) - What do you get when you mix in a little software consulting and some solid Bible teaching? You get the talented Dr. Michael A. Brown. A Trenton, New Jersey native who holds master’s degrees in religion and divinity from Lipscomb University and a doctorate from Harding University School of Theology, Brown is busy with two - [Author Spotlight: Meet Rita Cato Cochrane](https://www.21stcc.com/author-spotlight-meet-rita-cato-cochrane/) - Born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, Rita is a sought-after women's speaker, writer, and teacher. Her father was a minister of the gospel who spent many years working and traveling with Marshall Keeble. Like her daughter, Rita's mother was also a sought-after ladies Bible class teacher and speaker. One of six Cato children, Rita studied - [CCUSA Update Is Coming. Stand Up and Be Counted!](https://www.21stcc.com/ccusa-update-is-coming-stand-up-and-be-counted/) - 21st Century Christian, Inc. has joined with Heritage21, the Christian Chronicle, and other representatives throughout the churches of Christ to form the Church Research Council, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit entity, in an effort to not only create a new directory, but also to expand upon the data collected and make many other resources available from - [New Titles Available for Purchase and Pre-Order](https://www.21stcc.com/new-titles-available-for-purchase-and-pre-order/) - As the new fall quarter begins, you may find yourself ready to begin a new Bible study. You've come to the right place. We've been busy getting a few titles ready for you! ----------------------------- In the second book from Rita Cato Cochrane, Untying Yesterday’s Knots showcases how the mistakes we have all made in our past can - [New Fall Releases Are on Deck](https://www.21stcc.com/new-fall-releases-are-on-deck/) - The fall quarter will be here before you know it! If you've already ordered your children's curriculum, now it's time to focus on your adult classes. We're pleased to announce the impending release of two new titles in The Cornerstone of Our Faith series: One Thing I Know and Unseen Faith. Also on the way - [Lift Up the Word. Light Up the World.](https://www.21stcc.com/lift-up-the-word-light-up-the-world/) - Started as an idea in April 1952, the National Day of Prayer has grown into an annual event held on the first Thursday in May. Tens of thousands of local prayer gatherings are held each year and are broadcast via television and multiple online platforms. Event coordinators selected the 2024 theme: Lift Up the Word. - [It's Almost Summer! Are You Prepared for Fun?](https://www.21stcc.com/its-almost-summer-are-you-prepared-for-fun/) - The calendar just recently shifted from winter to spring, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't already be gearing up for summer fun. It's almost time for graduations and beach trips, which means it's also almost time for Vacation Bible School! Promise VBS works hard every year to supply your congregation with the best in Vacation - [Searching for a Ladies' Bible Study? Just ASK Us](https://www.21stcc.com/searching-for-a-ladies-bible-study-just-ask-us/) - In Luke 11, Jesus teaches a group to pray just as He taught His disciples to pray. In that lesson, He tells those assembled, "Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you" (v. 9). That principle is the basis upon which the - [Want to Grow Closer to Jesus? These Studies Can Help!](https://www.21stcc.com/want-to-grow-closer-to-jesus-these-studies-can-help/) - If your relationship with Jesus feels rocky, you may not know where to turn to get it smoothed out and back on track. We've all been there. We understand and know how to help. In fact, a few Bible studies come to mind, and we'd love for you to add them to your personal faith - [Have You Placed an Order Lately? Here's Why Now Is the Best Time!](https://www.21stcc.com/have-you-placed-an-order-lately-heres-why-now-is-the-best-time/) - Whether you need spring curriculum, communion supplies, or a VBS starter kit to review, you can get them all in one place — 21st Century Christian. All these items are available now, so what's stopping you? The spring quarter begins Sunday, March 3. All spring supplies are available and ready to ship. If you order - [Take a Trip Down Under Without Leaving Your Church Building](https://www.21stcc.com/take-a-trip-down-under-without-leaving-your-church-building/) - Have you ever wanted to visit Australia and take in the sights and sounds of the Outback? Well, you can do just that this summer, and you don't even need your passport! Hike the trails of the Land Down Under with Promise VBS at Turnabout Pointe: Where the Path Leads to Jesus. Get your teachers - [In a World of Mixed Messages, Send the Right Message to Teens](https://www.21stcc.com/in-a-world-of-mixed-messages-send-the-right-message-to-teens/) - Perhaps more than any generation that has preceded them, today’s teens are messengers. With innumerable ways to communicate to their friends as well as to followers they’ve never even met, teens have access along the communication superhighway to larger audiences than ever before. God had His own messengers. We know them as prophets. They, too, - [Unwrap Special Holiday Savings!](https://www.21stcc.com/unwrap-special-holiday-savings/) - Still hunting for a gift for someone special? If you've run out of ideas, head on over to our online store for some great gift ideas. We've put together a special group of items that make perfect stocking stuffers or last-minute gifts. Click on the Holiday Specials button or save some money by clicking on - [Looking for the Perfect Gift?](https://www.21stcc.com/looking-for-the-perfect-gift/) - If you're on the hunt for holiday gifts, let us help. We've curated a list of holiday specials that are exclusively online at 21stcc.com. Whether it's a Bible, a devotional guide, or a prayer journal, we have items in stock and ready to ship. Please keep our holiday shipping guidelines in mind when placing your - [Special Hours for Thanksgiving Week](https://www.21stcc.com/special-hours-for-thanksgiving-week/) - We are incredibly grateful for every customer who places an order with us, whether it's online or on the phone. This week, we will close our offices on Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will not be offering Black Friday or Small Business Saturday sales because we believe it is important to allow - ['Tis the Season: When to Buy and Ship to Ensure Gifts Get Delivered on Time](https://www.21stcc.com/tis-the-season-when-to-buy-and-ship-to-ensure-gifts-get-delivered-on-time/) - It's that time of year again. You're on the hunt for the perfect gift for friends and family. You want to make sure that your loved ones receive those gifts in plenty of time to be able to unwrap them at just the right moment, so how soon should you purchase those items and have - [Promise VBS Announces Exciting 2024 Theme](https://www.21stcc.com/promise-vbs-announces-exciting-2024-theme/) - Most people are getting excited about the upcoming, end-of-year holidays, but VBS directors across the country have been waiting for this day since they packed up the visual aids and leftover thank you cards from last summer. Promise VBS is excited to announce its 2024 theme — Turnabout Pointe: Where the Path Leads to Jesus. - [Thanksgiving: Grateful for Our Customers](https://www.21stcc.com/thanksgiving-grateful-for-our-customers/) - During November, we are looking forward to gathering with family and friends to offer thanks for the blessings we've received this year. Now is a great time to express our gratitude to you, our customers, for your continued patronage and partnership. Whether you place your orders online or by phone, it is our honor to - [Shop Now! Old Man Winter Will Be Here Soon](https://www.21stcc.com/shop-now-old-man-winter-will-be-here-soon/) - Technically, the winter season won't arrive until December 21, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't get a jump on your winter shopping. The Winter Quarter will begin even earlier — December 3. Act now so that your students and teachers have everything they need in plenty of time! Call us at 800-251-2477, or shop online - [New Tax-Exempt Forms in Tennessee?](https://www.21stcc.com/new-tax-exempt-forms-in-tennessee/) - [Plan Ahead! Get Your 2024 Calendar Now!](https://www.21stcc.com/plan-ahead-get-your-2024-calendar-now/) - Are you a big picture-type of person who likes to see everything at a glance? That's what we thought! Act now to get a 2024 dry erase wall calendar for as little as $4.99 each with FREE SHIPPING! With federal holidays and plenty of space to write in vacations, ministry events, field trips, birthdays, anniversaries, - [FLEX Your Bible Study Muscles This Year](https://www.21stcc.com/flex-your-bible-study-muscles-this-year/) - With so many small group Bible study options in the marketplace, it can be difficult to narrow your selections when it's time to choose a title. Don't be overwhelmed. We're here to help with some great warmup exercises for your classes. Get the ball rolling with the FLEX series. A spiritual workout that fits your - [Delivered to Your Table](https://www.21stcc.com/delivered-to-your-table/) - "For I received from the Lord that which I also delivered to you: that the Lord Jesus on the same night in which He was betrayed took bread; and when He had given thanks, He broke it and said, “Take, eat; this is My body which is broken for you; do this in remembrance of Me.” In the same manner He also took the cup after supper, saying, “This cup - [Between a Rock and Hard Place? Check Out Cornerstone](https://www.21stcc.com/between-a-rock-and-hard-place-check-out-cornerstone/) - Are you feeling overwhelmed with so many small group Bible study options available? If you find yourself between a rock and hard place, let us help you chisel your way to a decision. From general topical studies for all classes to 8- to 13-week studies geared toward teens or ladies' classes, 21st Century Christian has - [Busy Life? Lots to Do? Lighten Your Load!](https://www.21stcc.com/busy-life-lots-to-do-lighten-your-load/) - How many times have you planned a trip, packed your bags, and arrived at your destination only to find that you packed a lot more than you needed? We’ve all done it. We think we’d rather have too much than not enough. Now, consider how often you pack your life with way too much. Schedules. # - [What's Back in Stock and New on the Block](https://www.21stcc.com/whats-back-in-stock-and-new-on-the-block/) - We've stocked our warehouse just for you! From upcoming curriculum materials to titles that needed a reprint to brand new studies from celebrated writers, 21st Century Christian has everything you need for the remainder of summer and the approaching fall quarter. What's new? Ready for something new, especially for your ladies' classes? The wait is - [Need to Place an Order Before the Potential UPS Strike?](https://www.21stcc.com/need-to-place-an-order-before-the-potential-ups-strike/) - You may have heard about a potential UPS workers’ strike, which could go into effect August 1. Should the strike happen, package deliveries worldwide will be significantly impacted among all carrier services. Because of the volume that UPS handles on a daily basis, experts agree that other carrier services (US Postal Service, FedEx, etc.) will simply - [Your Right to Copy? Let's Talk About Copyrights](https://www.21stcc.com/your-right-to-copy-lets-talk-about-copyrights/) - Suppose that your church leadership decides to change from one Sunday School curriculum to a different one. Because you order materials for the church body, you've been instructed to order this new curriculum for the next quarter. You know how many student books, teacher guides, and visual aids you've typically ordered in the past, so - [They Fought for You. Now Stand for Them.](https://www.21stcc.com/they-fought-for-you-now-stand-for-them/) - Stop for a moment to consider how different your life might be had it not been for the veterans who fought for the freedoms you enjoy. Drastic, right? What you may not know is how difficult their lives are following their years of military service. Did you know that, on average, 17-22 veterans take their - [Happy Trails! Thanks for Visiting the Ranch!](https://www.21stcc.com/happy-trails-thanks-for-visiting-the-ranch/) - On behalf of the people who have spent many hours over the last year working in the background to bring you the classroom materials, supplies, decorations, prizes, and craft options available in the Redemption Ranch VBS, thank you! We appreciate your using these resources to teach children, teens, and adults in your community about how - [Want to Help Hope Spring Eternal?](https://www.21stcc.com/want-to-help-hope-spring-eternal/) - James 1:27 teaches us to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep ourselves from being polluted by the world. It's a monumental task in our current society, but Hope for Haiti's Children (HFHC), one of two ministry partners of 21st Century Christian, is doing its best to fulfill its duty to - [Make It, Take It, Keepsake It](https://www.21stcc.com/make-it-take-it-keepsake-it/) - What do you remember about VBS from your childhood? If you're anything like me, you remember two events: snack time and craft time. After the lemonade and shortbread cookies, it was time for pipe cleaners, glitter, and paint. I remember that every craft, despite its supply list, was tied directly to the day's lesson. There's - [Is VBS Just for Kids? Nope. Here's What You Need to Know About Adult Classes](https://www.21stcc.com/is-vbs-just-for-kids-nope-heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-adult-classes/) - If you're like most people, you may think that Vacation Bible School is a kids-only event filled with Bible crafts and snack times. VBS is much more than that. Adults have their own classes, too! Whether you have a child enrolled in VBS or not, adults are welcome to sign up to be ranch hands - [Ranch Dressing... or How to Decorate Your Facilities for Redemption Ranch](https://www.21stcc.com/ranch-dressing-or-how-to-decorate-your-facilities-for-redemption-ranch/) - Part of the fun of VBS is decorating your facilities to align with the theme. We hope you're thinking about all things Western as you begin to decorate for Redemption Ranch! Visit promisevbs.com to order some of the most requested decoration items in our Tack Shop, including our 3D Campfire Standup, Barn Wood Backdrop, Jointed - [Hosting a Multifaceted VBS? Invest in a Multimedia CD.](https://www.21stcc.com/hosting-a-multifaceted-vbs-invest-in-a-multimedia-cd/) - Want to advertise your church's VBS? Need to make T-shirts for your students? Interested in a list of snack ideas, skit helps, or song lyrics? You're in luck. You can do all those things with one product: the Multimedia CD, which is also available as a digital download. What's on the Multimedia CD (or the - [Planning VBS for Your Congregation? Getting the Word Out Is Important. We Can Help.](https://www.21stcc.com/planning-vbs-for-your-congregation-getting-the-word-out-is-important-we-can-help/) - Do you know that VBS is one of the most effective outreach tools that a church has in its toolbox? It's true. VBS is one of the best ways to invite families in communities to attend a church event, get involved, and build relationships with other families and, ultimately, with Jesus Christ. However, before you - [Ride High in the Saddle with the Redemption Ranch Director Manual](https://www.21stcc.com/ride-high-in-the-saddle-with-the-redemption-ranch-director-manual/) - Were you charged with taking the lead for VBS this year? Congratulations! It's a big job, but it's so rewarding. If you've been in this position in the past, you've learned a lot and know a bit about what to expect. If you're new to the role, have no fear. Promise VBS has just what - [Systemwide Maintenance Scheduled, So We'll Be Closing Early](https://www.21stcc.com/systemwide-maintenance-scheduled-so-well-be-closing-early/) - Because our office is undergoing systemwide maintenance this weekend, we're closing our offices and bookstore a little earlier than usual on Friday, May 5. The bookstore will shut down at 3:30pm CST, and our offices and main switchboard will close at 4:00pm CST. We'll see you (and talk to you via phone) bright and early - [Announcing a New Release in the Going Forth Series—Numbers: Wisdom as You Worship](https://www.21stcc.com/announcing-a-new-release-in-the-going-forth-series-numbers-wisdom-as-you-worship/) - After navigating paper shortages and supply chain issues, we are thrilled to announce that the newest title in the Going Forth series is now available. Numbers: Wisdom as You Worship is officially in our warehouse and ready for you to order! This fourth title in the Going Forth series will help readers see ways to - [Did Your Redemption Ranch VBS Materials Include a Mistake? That's On Us and Here's How to Fix It](https://www.21stcc.com/did-your-redemption-ranch-vbs-materials-include-a-mistake-thats-on-us-and-heres-how-to-fix-it/) - Howdy, y'all! Out here on the ranch, things move at a different pace than we'd like sometimes. Whether it's rounding up cattle, feeding the horses, or printing VBS books for our wonderful customers, sometimes we make mistakes. We've steered a heifer or two in the wrong direction, and we've accidentally printed some mistakes in earlier - [Saddle Up for Fun with a Redemption Ranch Skit Book](https://www.21stcc.com/saddle-up-for-fun-with-a-redemption-ranch-skit-book/) - If you're looking for a fun way to excite and engage your students before each VBS lesson, be sure to order a copy of the Redemption Ranch Skit Book! Redemption Ranch welcomes students to a working cattle ranch, somewhere in the remote wilderness of the west, and affords your students the opportunity to see and - [How to Talk to Your Children About School Shootings](https://www.21stcc.com/how-to-talk-to-your-children-about-school-shootings/) - The Nashville community, along with every other community that has experienced gun violence in schools, is mourning the loss of six precious souls — three students and three staff members — of The Covenant School, a private Christian school in the Green Hills community. Like you, we hugged our children a little bit tighter after - [Saddle Up for a Great VBS! Lasso Your Redemption Ranch Starter Kit Today](https://www.21stcc.com/saddle-up-for-a-great-vbs-lasso-your-redemption-ranch-starter-kit-today/) - School will be out for summer in just a few short weeks, and you know what that means. It's almost time for Vacation Bible School! Promise VBS is excited to offer an adventure into faithful stewardship with Redemption Ranch: Branded in the Image of Jesus. Whether it was soil, coins, or seeds, Jesus often spoke - [Want to Lead a Successful Small Group Bible Study? You Can Do It, but You'll Need All the Elements in the Right Order](https://www.21stcc.com/want-to-lead-a-successful-small-group-bible-study-you-can-do-it-but-youll-need-all-the-elements-in-the-right-order/) - Everyone has one: a favorite meal. Whether it’s your mom’s Thanksgiving feast, your spouse’s secret recipe for spaghetti, or that surf and turf you can only get at that tucked-away little seaside restaurant you visited on vacation years ago, everyone has that go-to meal that makes them salivate at the mere mention of it. Of - [Confused About Why Sunday School Lessons Repeat After Two Years?](https://www.21stcc.com/confused-about-why-sunday-school-lessons-repeat-after-two-years/) - Whether you've been teaching Sunday School for three years or 30 years, you've likely noticed that lessons repeat every two years or so. You may tire of teaching the same lessons over and over, but look around your class. Those aren't the same little faces who looked back at you, full of wonder and interest, - [Learning or Leading a Ladies' Bible Study? Get the Latest Info on Your Favorite Titles](https://www.21stcc.com/learning-or-leading-a-ladies-bible-study-get-the-latest-info-on-your-favorite-titles/) - Whether your ladies' Bible study group has just recently started meeting or has been meeting together for years, your group wants the best available studies so that you can each deepen your personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Where's the best place to get those resources for personal and small group study? 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It’s - [Do You Need to Place an Order with 21st Century Christian? Check Out Our Holiday Schedule!](https://www.21stcc.com/do-you-need-to-place-an-order-with-21st-century-christian-check-out-our-holiday-schedule/) - Just a reminder that our offices and bookstore will be closed on Friday, December 23 and Monday, December 26 to allow our employees time to enjoy the holiday season with family and friends. Should you need to place an order during that time, please order on this website, and we'll fulfill that order when our - [Need to Ship a Gift? Here Are the Deadlines You Need!](https://www.21stcc.com/need-to-ship-a-gift-here-are-the-deadlines-you-need/) - Our offices and bookstore will be open through December 22. We'll reopen December 27. If you need a last-minute gift and will need to ship that gift to loved ones, note the various shipping deadlines in the calendar. Am I guaranteed my gift will arrive before the holiday? Unfortunately, no. 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Keep a close watch on your mailbox, because you will probably see your very own copy delivered soon. - [IEB (International English) Study Bibles Are Now Available](https://www.21stcc.com/new-ieb-international-english-study-bibles/) - The International English (IEB) Study Bible, written at a reading level that most people in the world can understand, is now available from 21st Century Christian. - [Make a Big Splash by Starting a New Bible Study](https://www.21stcc.com/make-a-big-splash-by-starting-a-new-bible-study/) - We have a few tips to help you get your feet wet and navigate the waters. - [Lesson-DL.com](https://www.21stcc.com/lesson-dl-com/) - There is a small typo in the curriculum visual aid instructions for accessing the digital files. Ignore the "htpp" part. 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