Many Christians are skeptical about what creativity might do to their faith. At the same time, a lot of creatives worry about what Christianity might do to their talents. But it doesn't have to be this way. God and creativity are not in opposition. Far from it. God is the creator of creativity. He made you creative. This is why your creativity needs theology and why your theology needs creativity. If we really want to know and practice creativity to its fullest, we should begin where creativity begins. We should begin with God.When we do, we find that where many Christians have stayed silent, God still speaks. And where the world so often distorts, God gives clarity. Now is the time to listen. Now is the time to see creativity from God's perspective.God is reclaiming creativity. For His glory. And for our good.
Do you ever wonder if this is it?Are you feeling stuck or stagnant in your spiritual life? Do you want to enjoy God more? The good news is that spiritual growth is NOT about white-knuckling your way to sainthood. But how do you actually do it? In How to Grow, Darryl Dash presents a habit-based approach to spiritual growth that is theologically rich, strategic, and highly practical. With warmth, wisdom, and wit, Darryl exposes common misconceptions of spiritual growth, helps you identify where you are in the process, and teaches you to discern what your next step should be. And he'll show you how to successfully build practices that will help you delight in God and life--even in the midst of difficulty. Beginning with the gospel and ending with loving Jesus more today than you did yesterday, you can experience the change you're looking for.
Evans shares a guide to fighting the battles that matter. He explains how to identify ways spiritual warfare is impacting one's soul, family, church, and culture, and details how to use the arsenal of spiritual weapons God provides.
How do we live faithfully in a culture that perceives our light as darkness?Daniel faced this challenge just as we do. A captive in a pagan land, Daniel resolved to faithfully follow God while also serving in a nation that hated his God. Can we do the same? Like the Jews in Babylon, we must learn to engage our culture without being spiritually destroyed by it. In The Church in Babylon, Dr. Erwin Lutzer will encourage you to do just that, by answering the pressing questions of our day like: How do we love, lead, and serve with Christ's heart and mind in today's Babylon?What are the five false gospels in our churches and how do we stay true to our Christian witness? How do we respond to transgenderism and Muslim immigration with biblical truth and compassion?We are moral and spiritual exiles in a culture growing increasingly hostile toward Christianity. But God is faithful. Let us move forward in hope, remembering that it is in times of darkness that God's light shines most clearly.
Now with a new foreword by George Verwer. A spiritual biography of the "father of modern missions," "Hudson Taylor's Spiritual Secret "poses the question: What empowered Hudson Taylor's ministry in China? The answer: a fierce faith that believed God truly would fulfill the promises in His Word. Written by the missionary statesman's son and daughter-in-law, this book is intended for Christians who "need and long for just the inward joy and power that Hudson Taylor found." Hudson Taylor's secret, it turns out, is available to any who call on Christ's name. "An easy, non-self-denying life will never be one of power," Taylor said. "Fruit-bearing involves cross-bearing. There are not two Christs--an easygoing one for easygoing Christians, and a suffering, toiling one for exceptional believers. There is only one Christ. Are you willing to abide in Him, and thus to bear much fruit?"
Women are not inferior to men--so why does the church sometimes treat women as less capable or valued than men? It shouldn't. Women are told to be bold, assertive, independent, and competitive. They are expected to take leadership, exert authority, be bread-winners, and to single-handedly tackle all of life's demands. God's high calling for women in the church--a topic still relevant for today--is outlined in 1 Timothy 2:9-15If followed, His plan results in blessing, unity, and glory for God. In God's High Calling for Women, Dr. John MacArthur discusses major tensions for women in the church as outlined by the apostle Paul: their attitude, appearance, testimony, design and contribution. Complete with questions for review and thoughts for reflection at the end of each section, this thorough, insightful, yet concise study on the important and controversial subject of women in the church will serve as an excellent resource for personal or group study.
PhilippiansPhilippians was written from prison, yet its theme is joy. In fact, joy permeates this letter so much that it has been called "the epistle of joy." Those who study its teaching and apply its principles will, like the apostle Paul, learn the secret of having joy, peace, and contentment in every circumstance.Join John MacArthur as he explains each verse in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical.The MacArthur New Testament Commentary series comes from the experience, wisdom, and insight of one of the most trusted ministry leaders and Bible scholars of our day. Each volume was written to be as comprehensive and accurate as possible, dealing thoroughly with every key phrase and word in the Scripture without being unnecessarily technical. This commentary will help to give a better, fuller, richer understanding of God's Word, while challenging the reader to a vibrant personal spiritual walk.
Having a hard time knowing what God is saying versus what others are saying? This Bible study from author and speaker Shirer is designed to help participants know the voice of God: His language, character, and tone of voice. Now fully updated and revised.
For readers who feel helpless and are looking for a solution to overcome their fears and anxieties, Evans presents a plan for breaking free.
"There is no middle ground; our faith must be passionately focused on Christ, or we become earthbound, caught up with concerns, pleasures, and friends who will inevitably fail us."Thomas a Kempis was not a haphazard follower of Jesus. The depth of his masterpiece mirrors the life of a man who did whatever was necessary to imitate his own Savior. A Kempis lived as intentionally as he wrote. We must turn away from the things of this world, we must live sacrificially, we must be inundated with Christ's passionate teaching, and we must pray to be removed from distraction.A classic in every state of the word, The Imitation of Christ places the fruit of one man's single-minded devotion to God's calling on his life within the reach of every reader. May we all commit to be this effective in our emulation of Jesus.
"God has repeatedly told us to fill the earth . . . The people of God have constantly gotten stuck, settled, and soft, and He has had to shake us out of this state. My prayer is that we will be the first generation to scatter on purpose . . . That we will go into every sector of society--business, arts, education, and more--and be the Daniels of our day: being good at what we do, gaining favor in our workplace, and having the credibility and freedom to share our faith boldly."--Andrew Scott
Struggling to connect with your teen?Never before has raising teens been so perplexing. If you are wondering what on earth you're doing wrong, you're not alone. But there is hope. By learning to meaningfully express love amid your teen's many changes, you can stay connected, maintain influence, and help them grow into a healthy adult. Dr. Gary Chapman will help you: Understand today's teenagersIdentify your teen's primary love languageDiscover how to best express love to your teenAddress your teen's need for independence and responsibility Respond with love and wisdom when your teen failsRaising teens is tough, but with Dr. Chapman's expert advice and practical examples, you can do it--and do it well. Includes a love language profile for teens
Marriage is the most intimate of human relationships, but for many couples this intimacy is only a dream. A Couple's Guide to a Growing Marriage Bible Study will help you make that dream a reality. So much more than a personal and group study, A Couple's Guide to a Growing Marriage Bible Study will teach you to share your life more fully with God, and as your relationship with God grows and deepens, so will your relationship as a couple.In both private and shared time exercises, you'll explore Bible study, prayer, and Scripture memory. You will learn how to have a brief daily sharing time with your spouse. And you will cultivate deeper friendships with others through group activities.Learn how to...express love and handle angerunderstand...and be understoodenhance your conversation with Godmake the most of your study of God's Word
Finally, a curriculum that promotes academic excellence and personal safety, while giving students the skills to make connections that matter!Based on the #1 New York Times bestseller The 5 Love Languages(R), this curriculum uses research-based techniques that will help teachers and students establish both human and academic connections. Inside you'll find: - Eight easy-to-use lessons written in both scripted and abbreviated formats ¿(average time per lesson: 35 minutes)- Curriculum that reaches all elementary-aged students, including trauma-sensitive, complex, and highly capable learners- Instruction that connects students with their teachers, educational staff, peers, and family at the deepest levels of understanding- Academic Focus Pages(TM)written at age-appropriate levels. Students can use them during the lesson and the classroom teacher can reproduce them year after year- Tools and ideas for all staff members to create an overall school climate of acceptance and break down walls of diversityThoroughly field-tested, this material has been taught in many classrooms--public and private--with outstanding results. It reads like a book, with interesting stories and insights that dive deep into what it means to truly connect with students.
Love resurrected from lifeless dreams happens in the arms of a loving God.Without wealth or family, the widow Ruth left her people and followed Naomi, her beloved Hebrew mother-in-law, to rebuild Naomi's home in Israel. Provisions gone and starvation at the door, Ruth used all that she had left--a strong back and a willing heart--to gather grain in a field, abandoned after the harvest. Tormented by others, Ruth is shocked to find the owner of the field watching her. Talking to her. Bringing food to her and Naomi. Boaz tells himself his kindness toward Ruth is repayment for the love she has shown to his cousin Naomi. But his heart knows better.
Remarkable talentThreatens to cloud a lifeThe prophet Nehemiah has a cousin who can speak several languages, keep complex accounts, write on rolls of parchment and tablets of clay, and solve mysteries. This cousin is catapulted into the center of the Persian court - working long hours, rubbing elbows with royalty, and completing high-level tasks as a scribe for the queen. Not bad, for a woman living in a man's world. The talented Sarah has a glowing future, and those closest to her believe her good fortune is the product of none other than God's glorious design. Yet a devastating past has left Sarah with two strong conclusions: that God does not love her, and that her accomplishments are the measure of her worth. The only thing that will help her escape her idol of success, Sarah must learn to love and be loved - a task that could prove dangerous.
The Pentateuch--Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy--are the vital first books in the Bible. Understanding the scope, meaning, and events of these five books is integral to understanding the whole of Scripture that follows. Old Testament expert Herbert Wolf provides layreaders and scholars alike with a strong undergirding of understanding and knowledge in this introduction that reveals both the seriousness and excitement of the Pentateuch. Readers will find Adam, Abraham, Joseph, Moses, and Joshua in these pages, as well as terrible sin and glorious forgiveness, bloody sacrifices and battles, deadly betrayal and life-giving hope. Wolf first addresses the overarching themes that flow through the Pentateuch, with special attention given to Moses as author of the five books. He then addresses each book specifically, covering topics such as purpose and scope, and literary structure. He tailors additional study to each specific book, for example: -Genesis -- the meaning of "day" in Genesis 1:1--2:3; the extent of the flood; the Abrahamic covenant; the Joseph narrative -Exodus -- the significance of the plagues; Passover; the date of the Exodus; the Ten Commandments -Leviticus -- meaning of the sacrificial system; the roles of priests and Levites; the Day of Atonement -Numbers -- the twelve tribes; forty years in the wilderness; Balaam; preparation for the Promised Land -Deuteronomy -- the "Shema;" covenant curses; the promise of blessing This book contributes significantly to a clear, deep understanding of the Bible's first five books.
The Old Testament prophets spoke to Israel in times of historical and moral crisis. They saw themselves as being apart of a story that God was weaving throughout history--a story of repentance, encouragement, and a coming Messiah. In this updated introductory book, each major and minor prophet and his writing is clustered with the major historical event of his time. ¿ The Neo-Assyrian prophets and the fall of the Northern Kingdom (Israel). Prophets include: Jonah, Amos, Hosea, Micah, and Isaiah¿ The Neo-Babylonian prophets and of the fall on the Southern Kingdom (Judah). Prophets include: Zephaniah, Habakkuk, Jeremiah, Nahum, Ezekiel, Obadiah, and Lamentations¿ The Persian prophets and the Jewish return to Israel. Prophets include: Daniel, Haggai, Zechariah, Joel, and Malachi Our generational distance from the age of the prophets might seem to be a measureless chasm. Yet we dare not make the mistake of assuming that passing years have rendered irrelevant not only the Old Testament prophets, but also the God who comprehends, spans, and transcends all time. In these pages, C. Hassell Bullock presents a clear picture of some of history's most profound spokesmen--the Old Testament prophets--and the God who shaped them.
The ministry of pastors is not simply a job; it's a vocation.A pastor's responsibilities are unique, demanding that he not only nurture his own spiritual life but also the lives of those in his care. What a challenge this can be!Derek Prime and Alistair Begg provide practical advice for both the spiritual and practical aspects of pastoral ministry. They delve deep into topics such as prayer, devotional habits, preaching, studying, and specific ministry duties. The result is an essential tool for those in pastoral ministry.
Ahn E. Sook stood alone among thousands of kneeling people. Her bold defiance of the tyrannical demand to bow to pagan Japanese shrines condemned her to a living death in the filth and degradation of a Japanese prison. This brave woman remained faithful to Christ in the face of brutality, oppression, and ruthlessness of her captors. The story of how she won many of her fellow prisoners to Christ in the most deplorable conditions is an inspiration to all.
The simple secret to great relationships...Discover what makes you unique Strengthen your friendshipsGet along with your parents and siblings betterUnderstand yourself moreMake friends more easily Resolve conflict and tension quicklyBe known and lovedSocialize comfortably Date with less drama and awkwardnessConnect more deeply with others
EXPECTANCY.ANTICIPATION.COUNTDOWN!We've all eagerly counted the days to a special occasion, and Pentecost--Shavnot--is the only holiday for which God commanded a countdown.This engrossing book will quickly capture your attention as you realize the excitement leading up to this festive occasion and the richness it will bring to your understanding of both the Old and New Testament references. The authors treat us to the sense of anticipation that "cannot be overstated" as their insightful account of traditions leading up to this holiday unfolds...a boy's first haircut, bonfires, sweet treats, artful paper cutting, firstfruits. Shavnot will lead believers in Jesus into greater understanding of the significance of the omer, the waiting period, which foreshadows our watching for His return and gives further meaning to our work of building His kingdom.
An authority on personal and business finance helps readers identify exactly how much money would be transferred were the reader to die today; the need for creating a will; tax-wise financial planning; and teach the way to leave money without creating an unhealthy dependence.
"I can't stand my job anymore.""I feel like I have no direction.""What should I do with my life?"Sound familiar? If so, you're not alone. Barna Group finds that 75% of Americans are seeking ways to live more meaningful lives. And among practicing Christians, only 40% have a clear sense of their calling.But there is a way to find and follow your purpose.For over twenty years, Bill Hendricks has been helping people of all ages and stages find meaning and direction for their work and for their lives. The key is harnessing the power of human giftedness. Every person has their own unique giftedness--including you! And the best way to discover it is not through a test or gift assessment exercise, but from your own life story. Through this book, find out what you were born to do and the profound difference that insight makes for every area--your work, your relationships, even your spirituality.
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