Plodders are those who labor with determination and drive--whether pastor, teacher, choir director, or counselor. Wiersbe offers workable solutions to problems encountered by these faithful ministers.
Fourteen pulpit giants come together to share classic sermons that will energize any prayer life, permit the day-to-day with prayer to move mountains, and communicate the strengthening power of God from waking to sleeping.
Intellect isn't enough to overcome the paralyzing effect of fear--and every church's pews are filled with Christians who live in anxiety. Here masters of preaching share their hard-won wisdom on positive approaches to offer serenity to any congregation.
Back in print! Noted Bible teacher J. Dwight Pentecost traces the sweeping history of the kingdom program from eternity past to eternity future, relating it to the development of the covenant promises. Some of the key issues discussed in the book include: >Pentecost combines a long scholarly and pastoral history with a style readily accessible to the general Christian reader to create a welcome resource for anyone seeking a more complete understanding of God's kingdom program.
"Like never before, ideas and information travel at the speed of a click, a send, or a share. How do we separate "good news" from "fake news?" Information from misinformation? Sound teaching from false teaching? And how do we unravel this little book's confusing texts about women's role in the church and the home? Nearly two thousand years ago, the Apostle Paul faced similar problems. False teachers threatened the faith of new believers living in a city known for Artemis worship, magic, and the occult. Paul wrote the letter we call 1 Timothy to instruct his young protâegâe to create order out of the chaos of the day. Because Scripture "is alive and active" (Hebrews 4:12), his ancient words hold timeless truths for us today. Join Sue Edwards and Rebecca Carrell on a journey to combat chaos in an upside-down world"--
"The book that bears the prophet Jeremiah's name does not merely document the past but looks forward to God's future and final work in Christ. Perhaps more than any book of the Old Testament, Jeremiah attests to the process of its own writing, transmission, and editing, and these internal clues confirm its original purpose as a book for all time and for every nation. Michael Shepherd carefully lays out Jeremiah's far-reaching message with passage-by-passage translation and up-to-date commentary. The themes of judgment and restoration certainly concern Israel's historical judgment at the hands of the Babylonians and their subsequent return, but also the eschatological judgment of all worldly opposition to God and a final restoration and flourishing in the land of the covenant." -- back cover
A great way to share with children aged 3-5 why we celebrate Easter. These 10 booklets tell the Easter story in a simple, clear way.
A delightful and carefully written retelling of the Christmas story, perfect for children aged 3 to 7, beautifully illustrated to treasure and share the true spirit of Christmas.
Using puzzles and colouring, these fun books are perfect for sharing the stories of the Kings and Queens of the Bible with children aged 5 to 7
Using puzzles and colouring, these fun books are perfect for exploring and remembering the life and message of Jesus. Perfect for 5 to 7s
Using puzzles and colouring, these fun books are perfect for exploring and remembering the stories and parables that Jesus told.
A little book crammed pull of puzzles and activities based on stories of animals in the Bible - 5 pack
"The four knitters of the Heavenly Hugs Prayer Shawl Ministry are stuck . . . in a stagnant church, a comfortable mold of ministry, and the points of pain that hold each of them back. Until, that is, Father Pete shakes them up by insisting that they meet not at church but in public at the local mall (for heaven's sake) where anything can happen-this while the Lady's Chapel where they normally meet is painted. The church needs more than a face-lift, however. The congregation is dwindling to the point that the bishop has charged Father Pete with either reviving Hope of Glory or closing it by year's end"--
"My name is Clopper. Nuzzle up while I tell you about a very special night. It all began early one morning as I was munching on a breakfast of sweet grass . . ." This little donkey thought the journey to Bethlehem with Mary and Joseph was too hard to be worth it. But what happened after they settled into the dusty stable was more wonderful than anything he could ever imagine! Children will love this creative retelling of the first Christmas--told through the eyes of Clopper the donkey! This best-selling title, now in a perfectly sized padded hardcover, offers a unique look at the events of Jesus's birth. From the long and tiring journey to Bethlehem to the quiet of the stable, from the miraculous birth of a child to the nighttime visits of shepherds and kings, the lovable donkey narrates the story with awe and wonder.
A youth edition of the popular Freedom in Christ Course, providing solid grounding in discipleship for young people
Jesus did not come to tinker around the edges, He came to change the world. Be part of His plan!
"When a winter flood submerges the streets of Fresno, the town has no choice but to close the school for repairs. Andi couldn't be happier. She plans to spend her unexpected holiday out on the range with her palomino mare, Taffy. But Andi's dreams are dashed when she's sent to San Francisco--doomed to spend the rest of the winter at Miss Whitaker's Academy for Young Ladies. Andi doesn't know how she'll endure two months of city life until she's introduced to her new roommate, the untamable Jenny. She also meets Lin Mei, a mistreated servant girl who works at the school. When Andi and Jenny discover a dreadful secret that endangers Lin Mei, they rush to her rescue, only to find themselves trapped in the dark alleys of Chinatown. Can the girls outwit their captors and escape a horrible fate?" --Publisher's description.
The actual life and teaching of Jacobus Arminius are often unknown or misunderstood. Answers beyond a basic caricature can be elusive. In 40 Questions About Arminianism, however, J. Matthew Pinson combines solid historical research with biblical and doctrinal precision to address the following questions and more: Who was Jacobus Arminius?How has the church interpreted God's desire that everyone be saved?How is Arminianism different from Calvinism?Can one be both Reformed and Arminian?What is "universal enabling grace"?What do Arminians mean by "free will"?Do Arminians believe that God predestines individuals to salvation?Is it possible for a Christian to apostatize? An accessible question-and-answer format helps readers pursue the issues that interest them most, with additional resources available at 40questions.net. Questins regarding historical backgrounds and the Bible encourage a broad understanding of historic and contemporary Arminianism. ". . . the best resource in print that provides trustworthy insight into a comparison of Arminianism and Calvinism . . . the most comprehensive book available on the essentials of Arminian theology." --W. Stephen Gunter, Duke Divinity School "Anyone who wants to be thoroughly informed about Arminianism must read 40 Questions About Arminianism." --Roger E. Olson, Baylor University "40 Questions About Arminianism may well rank as the best available exposition of evangelical Arminianism . . . a gracious and profoundly learned response to the biblical Calvinism that I embrace." --Michael A. G. Haykin, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary "40 Questions About Arminianism conveys a beautiful irenic tone." --Timothy Tennent, Asbury Theological Seminary
To read the Greek text of James is to face a rugged style and brief phrasing that match the fervency of the letter's meaning. The book of James powerfully exhorts the earliest Christian believers to faithful living. Biblical Greek experts Herbert W. Bateman IV and William C. Varner lay out the linguistic and grammatical features unique to James--such as his specialized vocabulary and prolific use of imperatives--to show how the book's many strong statements connect to one another in this masterwork on living according to the teachings of Jesus.
The Harleys (All Nations College & OMF) tell their story to inspire a new generation of international mission.
Drawing from Scripture, social sciences, and history, David J. Hesselgrave tackles the most pressing issues facing missionaries today. The author and contributors show how theological issues have real impact on missions, and they present arguments on both sides of the fifteen subjects of debate while also offering their own biblically informed perspectives on the subjects. Despite rapid global changes, Hesselgrave holds that much of traditional theory, practice, and theology is still valid, if not essential, for the future of Christian missions. Current and prospective missionaries, pastors, seminary students, missions committee members, and laypeople interested in world Christianity will all benefit from the discussions covered in this book, including: Sovereignty and free will: An impossible mix or a perfect match? Common ground and enemy territory: How should we approach adherents of other faiths? Business as mission: When is it mission and when is it not? Harvest missions and pioneer missions: Discipling the masses or reaching to the margins? This updated and expanded edition includes five more questions along with new applications and reflections on the ten questions presented in the first edition. --
A guided journey into the work outlined in Finding Rest. Beyond the content of the workbook itself, the chapters open with a link to a video session with Jon. In these videos, he shares personal stories and struggles, lessons he's learned, and ways for every reader to connect these experiences with their own journey.
What if the loving relationships of the Trinity are the ultimate, objective source for living morally? Adam Lloyd Johnson injects a fresh yet eternal reality into the thriving debate over the basis of moral absolutes. While postmodernism's moral relativism once temporarily disrupted the footing of classic moral theories like natural law and divine command, many nontheistic philosophers assert that morality must rest on something real and objective. Divine Love Theory proposes a grounding for morality not only in the creator God but as revealed in the Christian Scriptures--Father, Son, and Spirit eternally loving one another. Johnson contends that the Trinity provides a remarkably convincing foundation for making moral judgments. One leading atheistic proposal, godless normative realism, finds many deficiencies in theistic and Christian theories, yet Johnson shows how godless normative realism is susceptible to similar errors. He then demonstrates how the loving relationships of the Trinity as outlined in historic Christian theology resolve many of the weakest points in both theistic and atheistic moral theories.
"After a tailspin in her late teens, Lauren Anderson's life is finally back on track. Her battle with bulimia is under control, her career is taking off, and she's surrounded by a loving family. Then a chance meeting with Carter Douglas, her first love and the man who broke her heart, leads to old feelings returning with new strength. And suddenly her well-balanced world is thrown off kilter. Now a TV meteorologist, Carter is determined to make amends with Lauren. After all, she still owns his heart. But the reasons they broke up aren't lost-and those old demons are forcing him toward the same decision he faced in the past. He isn't sure he's courageous enough to make a different choice this time around. When Lauren's elderly grandmother, Rosie, begins having nightmares about a man named Ephraim-a name her family has never heard before-a fascinating and forbidden past love comes to light. As Lauren and Carter work to uncover the untold stories of Rosie's past in 1950s Wichita, they embark on a journey of forgiveness and second chances that will change their lives-and Rosie's-forever. Along the way they'll learn that God wastes nothing, his timing is perfect, and nothing is beyond his grace and redemption"--
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