Pure in Heart Series by Melanie Wilber, Kevin Wilber

Amber and Seth are on their way to college. Some of their friends from home are staying behind, but they are excited about their new journey and what awaits them during their freshman year at Lifegate. Kerri is also excited, but some unsettled feelings in the first few weeks seem to be plaguing her for no apparent reason. Among other things, she seeks out some new friendships and isn’t disappointed by them. Nor is she greatly opposed to a surprising turn of events she never saw coming... moreAmber and Seth are on their way to college. Some of their friends from home are staying behind, but they are excited about their new journey and what awaits them during their freshman year at Lifegate. Kerri is also excited, but some unsettled feelings in the first few weeks seem to be plaguing her for no apparent reason. Among other things, she seeks out some new friendships and isn’t disappointed by them. Nor is she greatly opposed to a surprising turn of events she never saw coming. Chad and Jessica begin to discover a special friendship neither of them are certain they are ready for, but will God’s faithfulness to restore them not only be real but take them into a deeper love than they ever imagined? And how will their friends cope with the trials and celebrate the joy they experience during this unique time of life? *When I'm with You is the second book in the Pure in Heart college series for teens and young adults ages 16 and up. Books in this series are meant to be read in sequential order. less

The end of freshman year is fast-approaching, and with their wedding coming up in two months, Amber and Seth are feeling both happy and anxious about the new path their life together will take. They feel confident in their decision to marry now but uncertain about their summer plans. When some clarity seems to surface, it is followed by some troubling news that could put their plans in jeopardy, along with their relationship... moreThe end of freshman year is fast-approaching, and with their wedding coming up in two months, Amber and Seth are feeling both happy and anxious about the new path their life together will take. They feel confident in their decision to marry now but uncertain about their summer plans. When some clarity seems to surface, it is followed by some troubling news that could put their plans in jeopardy, along with their relationship. Emma never imagined what awaits her on the other side of Spring Break. Her plans to finish up the last two months in an uneventful manner are interrupted by a random encounter with some new friends. After having a difficult year with her roommates, she feels rescued by their kindness and love, but can the good days last, or will the sweet changes be spoiled by the words and actions of others and the tough choices before her? *When I Trust You is the third book in the Pure in Heart college series. Books in this series are recommended for ages 16 and up and are meant to be read in sequential order. less

When Josiah goes to visit Gabe before leaving for his summer at camp, he tells Gabe what he needs to hear but doesn’t know how much his former best friend will listen. Gabe seems set in his decision to not have any further contact with Sienna, but Josiah’s heart won’t let all hope be lost... moreWhen Josiah goes to visit Gabe before leaving for his summer at camp, he tells Gabe what he needs to hear but doesn’t know how much his former best friend will listen. Gabe seems set in his decision to not have any further contact with Sienna, but Josiah’s heart won’t let all hope be lost. Sienna is doing the same, and while she doesn’t see Gabe as the only person who can be an answer to her prayers, his phone call after six months of silence does make her wonder if he could have a change of heart. Far removed from that situation, Michaela is wondering what her summer will hold as she begins her leadership role at Camp Laughing Water. All goes well during the first few weeks, including a pleasant friendship with one of the guy staff members. But is he the right one to explore something with beyond friendship, or is there someone better suited for her heart? *When I'm Loving You is the fourth book in the Pure in Heart college series. Books in this series are recommended for older high school and college-age readers (16 and up) and are meant to be read in sequential order. less

As the summer draws to an end, Emma is anxious for Tate to return from Iowa and get back to seeing him every day. But she has some challenges to face before he returns. Using that time as an opportunity to listen to God and how He may be directing her future, she is surprised by some of the things she hears God saying... moreAs the summer draws to an end, Emma is anxious for Tate to return from Iowa and get back to seeing him every day. But she has some challenges to face before he returns. Using that time as an opportunity to listen to God and how He may be directing her future, she is surprised by some of the things she hears God saying. Hoping she isn’t hearing God wrong, she takes some steps that radically change her current circumstances, but did she make the right choice, and is it too late to change her mind? Michaela has been enjoying her summer immensely, and the added surprise of Jake suddenly invading her heart makes for some fun times and heart-stirring moments. But will the difficulties at home cloud her joy, or will she see God working in some amazing ways in her mom and sister’s life also? And Nicole is having an interesting conclusion to her summer. Her love for Spencer is more real and alive than ever, but what does the future hold for them? Can she truly be worthy of having his love for a lifetime? And what surprise does her dad have to share that could be the answer to so many of her prayers? *When I Hear You is the fifth book in the Pure in Heart college series. Books in this series are recommended for young women age 16 and up and are meant to be read in sequential order. less

Colleen knows her second year of college is going to be different. After an enjoyable summer at camp, she is happy to get back to school but anticipates the changes as Blake begins his job as a middle school youth pastor. She feels solid in their relationship and believes they can weather whatever storms they face, but when Blake begins acting unlike himself, she is concerned and wants to get to the bottom of what is clouding his usual joy... moreColleen knows her second year of college is going to be different. After an enjoyable summer at camp, she is happy to get back to school but anticipates the changes as Blake begins his job as a middle school youth pastor. She feels solid in their relationship and believes they can weather whatever storms they face, but when Blake begins acting unlike himself, she is concerned and wants to get to the bottom of what is clouding his usual joy. Mariah and Warner begin their second year with a lot of joy and hope for the future. Being separated from one another is difficult but beneficial too. When Mariah is faced with an unexpected turn of events with a friend, however, she is left feeling shocked and unsure of what to do. Can she make the right choice? And what impact will her decision have on her future happiness? As Crista begins her second year, she discovers her roommates aren’t ideal. Can she find a way to help the troubled and misguided girls she must live with on a daily basis and boldly shine the light of truth into their darkness? *When I'm Missing You is the sixth book in the Pure in Heart college series. Books in this series are meant to be read in sequential order and are recommended for ages 16 and up. less

When I'm Believing You; Pure in Heart: Book Eight Cassie Jennings isn't looking forward to the summer. She's excited about graduating from high school and going to college in the fall, but spending her summer as a camp counselor is more about filling time and making her family happy than the reasons she knows it's supposed to be about. But she can't back out now and knows she has some things at home she needs to distance herself from, so she decides to make the best of it... moreWhen I'm Believing You; Pure in Heart: Book Eight Cassie Jennings isn't looking forward to the summer. She's excited about graduating from high school and going to college in the fall, but spending her summer as a camp counselor is more about filling time and making her family happy than the reasons she knows it's supposed to be about. But she can't back out now and knows she has some things at home she needs to distance herself from, so she decides to make the best of it. Her first week turns out better and different than she was expecting, and little does she know she's only scratching the surface of all God has planned. Leah James is having an interesting summer also. Following her second year of college in California, she's back home in Denver for three months enjoying time with her family, her cousin Josh and his girlfriend, Crystal, and her job at the local pool, but she feels uncertain about her dating-life and the sweet guy who captured her heart at Lifegate this spring. When Wesley comes to see her in July she knows there are things that need to be said and wonders exactly what Wesley is thinking. Will she have the courage to speak up, and will she get the answers she's hoping for? *When I'm Believing You is the eighth book in the Pure in Heart college series, recommended for high school and college-age readers, 16 and up. less

Midway through their junior year of college, Amber and Seth begin the new semester with a mix of joy and uncertainty as Seth pursues a possible new career path. With Matt and Mandy returning to Lifegate, they are able to give them advice and encouragement, along with guiding a group of teens at a local church. Hannah and Jacob appreciate their leadership as they face choices about college, relationships, and family issues... moreMidway through their junior year of college, Amber and Seth begin the new semester with a mix of joy and uncertainty as Seth pursues a possible new career path. With Matt and Mandy returning to Lifegate, they are able to give them advice and encouragement, along with guiding a group of teens at a local church. Hannah and Jacob appreciate their leadership as they face choices about college, relationships, and family issues. Will their close friendship evolve into something more, and where might God be leading them in the immediate future? Sarah has been living a new life and enjoying a restored relationship with Hayden for more than a year, but when old ways of thinking creep in and threaten to take it all away, can she rise above the temptations and fears? Will she choose to believe God is for her, not against her, and how will her decisions affect her own happiness and those she loves? "When I'm For You" is the tenth book in the Pure in Heart series, recommended for ages 16 and up. less