Women of the Bible A One-Year Devotional Study
$15.80 USD $16.99 USD
Bestselling, updated, and expanded devotional study, Women of the Bible, by Ann Spangler and Jean E. Syswerda, focuses on fifty-two remarkable women in Scripture—women whose struggles to live with faith and courage are not unlike your own.
Special features in Women of the Bible include:
• A list of all the women of the Bible
• Timeline of the women of the Bible
• A list of women in Jesus’ family tree
• A list of women in Jesus’ life and ministry
Vital and deeply human, the women in this book encourage you through their failures as well as their successes. You’ll see how God acted in surprising and wonderful ways to draw them—and you—to himself.
This year-long devotional offers a unique method to help you slow down and savor the story of God’s unrelenting love for his people, offering a fresh perspective that will nourish and strengthen your personal relationship with him.
| Contributor(s) | Ann Spangler , Jean E. Syswerda |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
Ann Spangler Ann Spangler is an award-winning writer and the author of many bestselling books, including Praying the Names of Jesus and The One Year Devotions for Women. She is also coauthor of Women of the Bible and Sitting at the Feet of Rabbi Jesus and the general editor of the Names of God Bible. Ann’s fascination with and love of Scripture have resulted in books that have opened the Bible to a wide range of readers. She and her two daughters live in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Website: www.annspangler.com Blog: www.annspangler.com/category/blog Jean E. Syswerda Jean E. Syswerda is a former editor and associate publisher for Zondervan Bibles. She helped produce such bestselling Bibles as the NIV Women’s Devotional Bible. General editor of the Women of Faith Study Bible and A Mom's Ordinary Day Bible Study Series, she is the author of the Women's Devotional Guide to the Bible and coauthor of the bestselling Read With Me Bible. Jean and her husband, John, have three children and eight grandchildren. They live in Allendale, Michigan. |
| UPC | 025986346201 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310346207 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310346203 |
| Publish Date | Sep 22, 2015 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.6500 |
| Height | 8.38 |
| Width | 5.50 |
| Length | 448 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Women of the Bible The Life and Times of Every Woman in the Bible
$16.44 USD $16.99 USD
This complete and insightful guide to the Bible's most famous and infamous, named and unnamed, women of faith covers the matriarchs, the prophetesses and queens, the women around Jesus, and even the common ladies of the Bible.
Learn how their lives teach us that the most extraordinary things can occur from ordinary beginnings, and that the model for authentic femininity lies in God's plan for each woman.
Who were they and where did they originate? What role did they play in the Bible story and how are their lives similar to the lives of women today? All these questions, and many more facts, can be found in this guide to the women of the Bible.
This is an ideal reference for students, teachers, preachers, and anyone wanting to know who and how women lived in Bible times.
| Contributor(s) | Sue W. Richards |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
Sue W. Richards Sue Richards holds a BA in English from Methodist University in Fayetteville, NC and a MA in Counseling Psychology from the Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. A mom and retired English teacher, she is currently in the process of becoming a licensed psychotherapist and continues to enjoy writing and photograhy. Angie Peters Angie Peters has written numerous articles for Christian magazines and several books, including A Survey of the Life of David (Thomas Nelson, 2008). |
| ISBN-10 | 0785251480 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780785251484 |
| Release Date | Dec 5, 2003 |
| Weight (lbs) | 1.1600 |
| Height | 8.81 |
| Width | 6.00 |
| Length | 352 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Who It's For | Men, Teen Boy 13-17, Teen Girl 13-17, Women |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Language | English |
Women of the Bible: 52 Bible Studies for Individuals and Groups
$16.44 USD $16.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Jean E. Syswerda |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
Jean E. Syswerda Jean E. Syswerda is a former editor and associate publisher for Zondervan Bibles. She helped produce such bestselling Bibles as the NIV Women’s Devotional Bible. General editor of the Women of Faith Study Bible and A Mom's Ordinary Day Bible Study Series, she is the author of the Women's Devotional Guide to the Bible and coauthor of the bestselling Read With Me Bible. Jean and her husband, John, have three children and eight grandchildren. They live in Allendale, Michigan. |
| UPC | 025986244927 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310244927 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310244929 |
| Publish Date | Aug 20, 2002 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.9000 |
| Height | 9.25 |
| Width | 7.38 |
| Length | 240 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Women Who Do Too Much How to Stop Doing It All and Start Enjoying Your Life
$14.37 USD $14.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Patricia Sprinkle |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
Patricia Sprinkle Patricia H. Sprinkle is a freelance writer whose nonfiction books include the companion to this volume, Children Who Do Too Little. She is also a best-selling mystery writer and an active member of Sisters in Crime and Mystery Writers of America. She is a frequent speaker at seminars and women’s conferences and lives in Miami with her husband. They have two grown children. |
| UPC | 025986246372 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310246377 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310246374 |
| Publish Date | Oct 10, 2002 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.4400 |
| Height | 8 |
| Width | 5.38 |
| Length | 192 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Wonders Never Cease
$15.86 USD $15.99 USD
Welcome to Los Angeles, the City of Angels, where traffic never stops, people never sleep, and wonders never cease.
It's a brilliant plan, if Kemp McAvoy says so himself—and Kemp never hesitates to point out his own brilliance. Kemp is a night nurse for a beautiful but aging movie star in a medically induced coma. And with the help of her agent and a struggling young publisher, he's concocted a can't-fail scheme that will make them all rich.
Olivia Hayden is about to receive a heavenly visitor—an angel with a message for all humankind. All it takes is a blinding light and little adjustment of her meds, and when she awakes she'll think it was real—and they'll have an instant best-selling book.
The scheme seems foolproof. All they have to do for it to work is be good angels and stay out of trouble. But Kemp McAvoy has never been good at staying out of trouble—and he doesn't realize there may be out-of-this-world consequences for impersonating an angel.
From award-winning author Tim Downs comes this warm-hearted story of mistaken identity and unlikely redemption that will have you both laughing and looking at life from a higher perspective.
| Contributor(s) | Tim Downs |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
Tim Downs Tim Downs is the author of nine novels including the Christy Award-winning PlagueMaker and the highly acclaimed series of Bug Man novels. Tim lives in North Carolina with his wife Joy. They have three grown children. |
| UPC | 020049132401 |
| ISBN-10 | 1595543090 |
| ISBN-13 | 9781595543097 |
| Release Date | May 11, 2010 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.6500 |
| Height | 8.30 |
| Width | 5.4 |
| Length | 320 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Word versus Deed: Resetting the Scales to a Biblical Balance
$15.86 USD $15.99 USD
About Word versus Deed
The Bible teaches that the church is called to a balanced ministry of both preaching the gospel in words and showing it with deeds. Yet the church has often found it difficult to find and maintain this balance. Today some are emphasizing deeds at the expense of words, while others hold fast to “talking” and forsake the doing. This is an imbalance that must be righted.
Standing at the helm of a leading Christian college, Duane Litfin has had a first-hand look at the issues students and alumni are talking about. Many Christians are excited to debate the importance of social justice and evangelism now more than ever before. Seeking to level the balance, Litfin steers the conversation toward the biblical harmony of word and deed, pointing out the church’s tendency to overcorrect—either cutting out the preaching of the gospel or forgetting the application of action.
An elder statesmen in the church, Litfin’s training in communication theory and in detailed exegesis is brought to bear on this important subject, bringing verbal proclamation in sync with the witness of one’s actions.
Author
Duane Litfin (DPhil, University of Oxford; PhD, Purdue University) is president emeritus of Wheaton College where he served for seventeen years. He is the author of numerous articles and books.
Endorsements
“Duane Litfin’s Word versus Deed addresses a topic of perennial importance for the church and pressing relevance for our own generation. Litfin is thoroughly convinced—on the basis of Scripture—that the gospel cannot be preached merely with deeds but must be proclaimed with words. He uses his extensive background in rhetoric and theology to explain why this is so and then employs his wisdom as a pastor to show the proper relationship between gospel words and gospel-worthy deeds in Christian life and witness.”
Philip Graham Ryken, President, Wheaton College
“Duane Litfin has written a book that needs to find its way into every preacher’s briefcase or backpack—and quickly. With care and candor, he reminds us all of the Bible’s priority of verbal proclamation. Evenhanded and deeply biblical, Word versus Deed does indeed reset the biblical balance. I am very thankful for this book, and you will be, too.”
R. Albert Mohler Jr., President and Joseph Emerson Brown Professor of Christian Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
“Today, as powerful voices inside and outside the church are insisting that the gospel is best proclaimed by deeds rather than words, Duane Litfin provides a wholly biblical answer that establishes the full primacy of proclamation together with the role of deeds in demonstrating the gospel to a watching world. Litfin’s answer is finely wrought and judiciously reasoned as he travels the ladder of abstraction and the range of biblical revelation in respect to the preaching of the gospel. And it is utterly compelling. Word versus Deed is sure to be read, reread, and much discussed. This is a wise and timely book that brings biblical clarity to a life and death debate.”
R. Kent Hughes, Visiting Professor of Practical Theology, Westminster Theological Seminary
“With interpretive skill and theological insight, Duane Litfin has given us a masterful treatment of the Bible’s teaching regarding the necessity of gospel proclamation and the importance of good works. Litfin’s thoughtful exegesis and pastoral wisdom provide helpful guidance that enables Christ followers to handle the difficult challenges associated with the themes of ‘word’ and ‘deed’ with greater responsibility. I am hopeful that this readable volume will point pastors, teachers, and church leaders toward a more informed understanding of God’s Word—resulting in faithful living and convictional proclamation.”
David S. Dockery, President, Trinity International University
“Many people like to make us pick between word and deed as the best way to reflect our Christian call. It is choice we need not make. In a book that shows how both word and deed are important and necessary, Duane Litfin also reminds us how important having the Word is. It is a needed reminder that allows us to reflect on how to live our Christian lives in balance, both proclaiming and reflecting the truth that God is at work among us.”
Darrell L. Bock, Executive Director of Cultural Engagement, Howard G. Hendricks Center, and Senior Research Professor of New Testament Studies, Dallas Theological Seminary
“Getting the pendulum of truth to cease its drift from side to side is a perpetual challenge. For many decades in the not-too-distant past, the gospel was a proclamational priority with little emphasis on the gospel’s call to feed the hungry, care for the poor, and break the bonds of oppression. The social gospel was what those ‘liberals’ did. Many of us have now lived long enough to watch the pendulum swing to the opposite extreme with the deeds of the gospel being seemingly sufficient. Thankfully, my friend Duane Litfin has articulately and persuasively brought these issues of the gospel into balance. His fresh, intriguing treatment of key passages and his usual precision in developing an argument make a much needed contribution that leads us to empower the gospel with both word and deed.”
Joseph M. Stowell, President, Cornerstone University, Grand Rapids, Michigan
“There must be a sharp distinction between the gospel—the message about what God has done in Jesus, supremely in his death and resurrection—and how the Christian acts as an implication of the gospel. This book is a positive, helpful articulation of the importance of maintaining the distinction between the gospel preached (word) versus the gospel lived (deed).”
Ben Peays, Executive Director, The Gospel Coalition
Table of Contents
Part 1: The Importance of Our Words
1. Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
2. The Gospel Is Verbal
3. Evangelism Is Verbal
Part 2: The Importance of Our Deeds
4. Abstractions and Their Uses
5. Theology Applied
6. Gospel-Worthy Deeds
7. Living Wisely
8. Obeying the King
9. Serving the Kingdom
10. Adorning the Gospel
11. Stewarding the Creation
Part 3: The Importance of Handling Scripture Well
12. Rightly Dividing the Word
13. Three Key Passages
Specifications
| Category: | Evangelism & Missions |
|---|---|
| Format: | Paperback |
| Page Count: | 224 |
| ISBN-10: | 1-4335-3112-7 |
| ISBN-13: | 978-1-4335-3112-5 |
| Size: | 5.25 in x 8.25 in |
| Weight: | 10.4 ounces |
| Published: | April 30, 2012 |
Word-Filled Women's Ministry: Loving and Serving the Church
$16.44 USD $16.99 USD
About Word-Filled Women's Ministry
A Practical Guide to Bible-Centered Ministry Among Women
The Bible is clear that women as well as men are created in God's image and intended to serve him with their lives. But what does this look like for women in the church?
Helping church leaders think through what a Bible-centered women’s ministry looks like, this collection of essays by respected Bible teachers and authors such as Gloria Furman, Nancy Guthrie, and Susan Hunt addresses a variety of topics relevant to women. Whether exploring the importance of intergenerational relationships, the Bible’s teaching on sexuality, or women’s roles in the church and the home, this book of wise teaching and practical instruction will become a must-have resource for anyone interested in bolstering the health and vitality of the local church.
Part of The Gospel Coalition series.
Editors
Gloria Furman (MACE, Dallas Theological Seminary) is a wife, mother of four, cross-cultural worker, and writer. In 2008 her family moved to the Middle East to plant Redeemer Church of Dubai where her husband, Dave, serves as the pastor.
Kathleen B. Nielson (PhD, Vanderbilt University) serves as the director of women’s initiatives for the Gospel Coalition. She is a popular conference speaker and the author or editor of numerous books, including Ruth and Esther: A 12-Week Study, and co-editor (with D. A. Carson) of Here Is Our God and (with Gloria Furman) Word-Filled Women's Ministry. Kathleen and her husband, Niel, have three grown sons, two beautiful daughters-in-law, and a growing number of grandchildren.
Endorsements
“Out of both biblical conviction and years of experience, these women think seriously about discipleship, evangelism, intergenerational mentoring, and compassion. Their strength is evident, their commitment to Scripture robust, their joy in the gospel intoxicating, their anticipation of the consummation providing a lodestar to their lives and service. Although this is a book by women to foster “Word-filled women’s ministry,” much of it will be read with equal profit by men. I hope that some of those men will be pastors who in consequence reflect on what they can do encourage such ministry in their own churches.”
D. A. Carson, Research Professor of New Testament, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School; Cofounder, The Gospel Coalition
“Women’s ministry is ultimately not about women. Nor is it about programs. It’s about the glory of God and the health of his church. Word-Filled Women’s Ministry is a much-needed resource for both men and women to consider the necessity of ministry among women as well as the centrality of the Word for cultivating a church in which women flourish.”
Melissa B. Kruger, Women’s Ministry Coordinator, Uptown Church, Charlotte, North Carolina; author, The Envy of Eve
“There is no question that the women in your churches will be discipled. The only question is whether they will be discipled by the world or the Word. That’s why I’m so excited about Word-Filled Women’s Ministry. It’s more than a book. These contributors represent a movement of teachers guiding women to find hope and freedom and salvation in the gospel of Jesus Christ as revealed in his Word. I couldn’t more highly esteem these writers, and I pray that you will take up their charge to take up the Word.”
Collin Hansen, Editorial Director, The Gospel Coalition; author, Blind Spots
“Here is a book that focuses on the possibilities and not just the problems of ministry among women. It is written by women from a wide range of ministry contexts, but all with hearts that beat with a common gospel rhythm. Every chapter is grounded in Scripture and wonderfully practical. Women and men of the Word, read it and be encouraged by all the gospel possibilities.”
Jenny Salt, Dean of Students, Sydney Missionary and Bible College
“This is a significant subject that I have long been interested in, and the voices of my sisters in this book are as edifying as they are encouraging. Pastors, teachers, elders, and women’s ministry leaders alike will benefit from this Bible-based, gospel-centered, local church–focused work. I so resonate with their central thesis—“Profitable ministry among women is grounded in God’s Word, grows in the context of God’s people, and aims for the glory of Christ”—that I anticipate with joy the flourishing of this vision in the churches.”
J. Ligon Duncan III, Chancellor and CEO, Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, Mississippi
“Word-Filled Women’s Ministry is written for the bustling daughters of Christ, who need God’s Word to train and sustain them in their various labors. It acknowledges the vast diversity of women’s ministries in different churches while calling them to a unified commitment to God’s Word. Women grow best as they learn from Scripture, first as it is preached to the gathered church and then as it is explored and explained in the company of other godly women. This book is an incentive to the latter, casting a vision for what can and ought to happen when the Bible takes its rightful place at the center of women’s ministry.”
Megan Hill, pastor’s wife; author, Praying Together; blogger, Sunday Women
“A marvelous resource for thoughtful Christians, male and female, who long to see the power of the gospel unleashed in their own lives, in the church, and throughout world.”
Colin S. Smith, Senior Pastor, The Orchard, Arlington Heights, Illinois
“Full of careful biblical teaching and many helpful applications, this book is an invaluable aid for all Christian women to think through their own ministry possibilities. But it is also a highly useful tool for pastors and elders to understand and then activate much-needed biblical opportunities for every ministry in the local church. I hope it will be on the must-read list of every church leader.”
David Jackman, Former President, Proclamation Trust, London, England
“Gloria Furman and Kathleen Nielson, along with a host of other talented writers, help us explore a vision-guided practice of our theology. Too often in church ministry, gender is received as a problem to be solved rather than as a beautiful gift from God to be explored. This book is a marvelous map to enjoy God, lead in God’s church, and explore God’s world, whether a woman is stepping into ministry for the first time or is a seasoned veteran.”
Daniel Montgomery, Pastor, Sojourn Community Church, Louisville, Kentucky; Founder, Sojourn Network; author, Faithmapping and Proof
Table of Contents
Part 1: The Heart of Women's Ministry
- The Word at the Center: Hearing God Speak
Kathleen Nielson - The Word on Women: Enjoying Distinction
Claire Smith - The Word Passed On: Training New Leaders
Carrie Sandom
Part 2: Contexts for Women's Ministry
- The Local Church: Finding Where We Fit
Cindy Cochrum - The World around Us: Practicing Evangelism
Gloria Furman - The Ends of the Earth: Thinking Global
Keri Folmar
Part 3: Issues in Women's Ministry
- Older and Younger: Taking Titus Seriously
Susan Hunt and Kristie Anyabwile - Sexual Wholeness: Affirming Truth with Compassion
Ellen Mary Dykas - Gifts and Giftedness: Finding the Place to Serve
Kathleen Nielson and Gloria Furman
Part 4: The End of Women's Ministry
- Ultimate Goals: Heading for That Day
Nancy Guthrie
Specifications
| Category: | Church Ministry Women |
|---|---|
| Format: | Paperback |
| Page Count: | 272 |
| ISBN-10: | 1-4335-4523-3 |
| ISBN-13: | 978-1-4335-4523-8 |
| Size: | 5.5 in x 8.5 in |
| Weight: | 11.34 ounces |
| Published: | July 31, 2015 |
Words
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
“I collect words. I keep them in a box in my mind. I’d like to keep them in a real box, something pretty, maybe a shoe box covered with flowered wrapping paper. Whenever I wanted, I’d open the box and pick up the papers, reading and feeling the words all at once. Then I could hide the box. But the words are safer in my mind. There, he can’t take them.”
Ten-year old Kaylee Wren doesn’t speak. Not since her drug-addled mother walked away, leaving her in a remote cabin nestled in the towering redwoods-in the care of a man who is as dangerous as he is evil. With silence her only refuge, Kaylee collects words she might never speak from the only memento her mother left behind: a dictionary.
Sierra Dawn is thirty-four, an artist, and alone. She has allowed the shame of her past to silence her present hopes and chooses to bury her pain by trying to control her circumstances. But on the twelfth anniversary of her daughter’s death, Sierra’s control begins to crumble as the God of her childhood woos her back to Himself.
Brought together by Divine design, Kaylee and Sierra will discover together the healing mercy of the Word-Jesus Christ.
Acclaim for Words:
“First-time novelist Yttrup writes a riveting, emotionally charged story . . . page by page, word by word, this talented author proves the adage ‘Write what you know.'”
Publishers Weekly
“Ginny takes us on a path from pain and struggle to joy and wholeness as her characters discover that the author of Truth is the way to freedom and healing. Sexual abuse may not be your story, but most certainly you will have someone in your life for whom this is a reality. Read it for them. Read it for yourself. And read it for those around the world who’ve yet to be set free.”
Barbara Wilson, author of The Invisible Bond
“It’s hard to believe this is Ginny L. Yttrup’s debut novel. She beautifully and effectively weaves a story of trust, sacrifice, truth, new beginnings, freedom and unconditional love. Here are 334 pages of words that may very well leave you speechless.”
FaithfulReader.com
“An astounding, debut novel. I haven’t read anything this profound, inspiring and life changing since (Francine Rivers’) Redeeming Love.”
Finding Hope through Fiction
“Yttrup’s journey of healing, redemption and faith is gorgeous, uplifting, difficult at times, but oh so beautiful and stunning . . . I loved this book.”
Fiction Addict
“From start to finish Words had my heart and mind. I found myself thinking about the book when I needed to be sleeping. Author Ginny L.Yttrup has truly allowed the truth and the Truth to set her free.”
Live, Learn, Love
“A captivating story with the message of hope and restoration . . . touch(ing) on a topic that makes me sick and boiling mad. Yttrup writes from the depth of her own life experiences and her stories will resonate with many women and provide hope for their pain.”
Five Star Books
“This is the type of story that resonates with you long after you’ve closed the book . . . A powerful, moving story that readers will quickly connect with.”
Cafe Lily
Worship by the Book
$16.44 USD $16.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | D. A. Carson , Mark Ashton , R. Kent Hughes , Timothy Keller |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
D. A. Carson D. A. Carson (PhD, Cambridge University) is research professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois, where he has taught since 1978. He is co-founder (with Tim Keller) of the Gospel Coalition, and has written or edited nearly 60 books. He has served as a pastor and is an active guest lecturer in church and academic settings around the world. Mark Ashton Mark Ashton (MA, Oxford University; MA, Cambridge University) is vicar of the Round Church (Anglican) at St. Andrew the Great, Cambridge, England. R. Kent Hughes Kent Hughes was in pastoral ministry for 41 years, the last 27 as senior pastor of College Church in Wheaton. He earned his BA from Whittier College (history), an MDiv from Talbot Seminary and a DMin from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He and his wife, Barbara, have four children and 21 grandchildren. He retired from his pulpit ministry at College Church and was given the title Senior Pastor Emeritus in December 2006. He continues to be involved in training pastors biblical exposition and preaching. Timothy Keller Timothy Keller is the founder and senior pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City, and the New York Times bestselling author of The Reason for God and The Prodigal God. He has also mentored young urban church planters and pastors in New York and other cities through Redeemer City to City, which has helped launch over 200 churches in 35 global cities to date. |
| UPC | 025986216252 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310216257 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310216254 |
| Publish Date | Aug 27, 2002 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.5150 |
| Height | 8.5 |
| Width | 5.5 |
| Length | 256 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Worship Changes Everything Experiencing God’s Presence in Every Moment of Life
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
Worship Changes Everything
Experiencing God’s Presence in Every Moment of Life
About
What Does Worship Look Like the Other Six Days of the Week?
With wisdom and joy, Darlene Zschech shares her thoughts on what worship truly is and what it looks like in real life--during your weekday commute, when the laundry's piling up, even while you're out for coffee with a friend. In Worship Changes Everything, you'll discover how to let praise and wonder invade every facet of your being and experience God in every moment of life. Get ready to be transformed by the purpose and freedom that come from living a life of worship.
Now in paper.
Endorsement
"Darlene speaks with such wisdom, heart, and authority on the power of worship in every moment of our lives. We often say that worship is more than singing, and Darlene amplifies that worship is life!"--Chris Tomlin, singer and songwriter
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- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780764219399
- Dimensions
- 5.5 x 8.5
- Pub. Date
- Sep 2016
- SRP
- $14.99
- Number of pages
- 256
Worship on Earth as It Is in Heaven Exploring Worship as a Spiritual Discipline
$16.44 USD $16.99 USD
Rory Noland addresses the challenges of Christian worship head-on, offering practical suggestions gleaned from Scripture on understanding and experiencing vibrant worship. The first half of Worship on Earth as It Is in Heaven explores what it means to grow as a private worshiper. The practices of the psalmist David provide insight to help people worship God on their own. Second, Noland discusses corporate worship by exploring the glorious gatherings in heaven, as described in the book of Revelation. He presents immediately applicable ideas for becoming a better corporate worshiper. This book includes: • Slice-of-church-life scenarios. Every chapter begins with a brief scenario that presents a worship-related issue or a conflict corresponding to the chapter topic. • Group discussion questions. Based on the opening scenario, these questions help readers think about and discuss worship-related topics from different perspectives. • Issue-by-issue practical guidance from a biblical perspective. • “Ponder and Apply” application questions. Each chapter ends with a series of discussion questions and action steps to help readers identify key insights and make personal applications.
| Contributor(s) | Rory Noland |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
Rory Noland Rory Noland is the director of Heart of the Artist Ministries, an organization dedicated to serving artists in the church (www.heartoftheartist.org). A songwriter, speaker, church leader, and consultant, Rory is also the author of three books, all published by Zondervan: The Heart of the Artist: A Character-Building Guide For You and Your Ministry Team, Thriving as an Artist in the Church: Hope and Help For You and Your Ministry Team, and The Worshiping Artist: Equipping You and Your Ministry Team to Lead Others in Worship. Rory currently serves part-time as Pastor of Worship at Harvest Bible Chapel in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, contributes regularly to Worship Leader magazine, and also leads worship for the Transforming Center, a ministry that cares for the souls of pastors and leaders. Rory graduated from the Chicago Musical College at Roosevelt University with a degree in theory and composition and served as the music director at Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington, I� |
| UPC | 025986331283 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310331285 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310331285 |
| Publish Date | Jun 1, 2011 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.5800 |
| Height | 8 |
| Width | 5.38 |
| Length | 240 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Worship Through the Ages How the Great Awakenings Shape Evangelical Worship
$26.01 USD $34.99 USD
Worship: The Ultimate Priority
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
Product Description
Nothing is more important than worship.
It is the theme of Scripture, the theme of eternity, and the theme of redemptive history— to worship the true and living and glorious God is the purpose of all creation. So why do we treat it as only what is sung or played in church on Sunday morning?
Pastor John MacArthur leads you through Scripture texts about true worship. You will learn that worship is any essential expression of service rendered unto God by a soul that loves and extols Him for who He is. Worship is the nonstop role of believers, not merely part of a church service.
So get ready to alter your priorities, aiming higher than entertaining worshipers on Sunday mornings. Worship shows that your ultimate priority must always be to worship the true and living God, with a radically different type of living.
Product Details
Wounded by God's People Discovering How God’s Love Heals Our Hearts
$18.69 USD $19.99 USD
Tucked into Abraham’s biography is the story of Hagar, a young Egyptian slave with whom Abraham had a son named Ishmael. Hagar stood out because she was wounded—not physically, but in ways that were as emotionally and spiritually painful as any injury to a body would be. Some wounds were provoked by her own bad behavior, but others were inflicted by those who considered themselves God’s people.
Anne Graham Lotz too has been wounded by God’s people. Some wounds have been deeper than others, some have come out of nowhere, and still others have been provoked by her own behavior, but all of the wounds have been deeply painful. They seemed to hurt even more when the wounders wrapped their behavior in a semblance of religion or piety.
As Hagar’s story unfolds, you will discover that wounded people often become wounders themselves. While Anne identifies with the wounded, the unpleasant reality is that she also identifies with the wounders, because she has been one, too. She knows from experience that wounding is a cycle that needs to be broken. And by God’s grace, it can be.
Many have had similar experiences. And perhaps you are among those who have been so deeply hurt that you have confused God’s imperfect people with God. Maybe you have even run away from God as a result. Or perhaps you have been a wounder to the extent that you are living in a self-imposed exile, believing you are unworthy to be restored to a warm, loving relationship with God or with God’s people. Whatever your hurts may be, Wounded by God’s People helps you to begin a healing journey—one that enables you to reclaim the joy of God’s presence and all the blessings God has for you.
God loves the wounded. And the wounders.
| Contributor(s) | Anne Graham Lotz |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Anne Graham Lotz Anne Graham Lotz, daughter of Billy and Ruth Graham, is the president and CEO of AnGeL Ministries, a nonprofit organization that undergirds her efforts to draw people into a life-changing relationship with God through his Word. Anne launched her revival ministry in 2000 and has spoken on seven continents, in more than twenty foreign countries, proclaiming the Word of God in arenas, churches, seminaries, and prisons. She is also the award-winning author of ten books, including her most recent, The Magnificent Obsession. |
| UPC | 025986262891 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310262895 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310262893 |
| Publish Date | Sep 3, 2013 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.6800 |
| Height | 8.3 |
| Width | 5.75 |
| Length | 240 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Language | English |
Wreck My Life Journeying from Broken to Bold
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
Wreck My Life
Journeying from Broken to Bold
About
What if we began to recognize trouble and adversity as sacred, rather than scarring?
Jesus promises peace and trouble for His followers. But most of us accept the peace and are confused and angry when adversity comes our way, turning our backs to God in the midst of our pain.
All-American soccer star Mo Isom knows the struggle firsthand. While her life seemed like a success on the surface, behind closed doors she was suffering through an eating disorder, the suicide of her father, and a horrific car accident. It wasn't until God wrecked her life that she finally found life and discovered the true glory of renewal through Jesus Christ.
Take the journey from broken to bold and learn to surrender your life to the King who was first wrecked on your behalf.
"Mo reminds us that brokenness is actually the very place God meets us the most, and the place where we can find Jesus like never before. I can't wait to see this book unleashed to the world!"--Jefferson Bethke, New York Times bestselling author of Jesus > Religion
"A raw and honest story. This book will bring you hope in your own journey."--Shelley Giglio, cofounder of Passion Conferences/Passion City Church; chief strategist of sixstepsrecords
"Mo tells the amazing story of God's grace and redemption in her life as He uses what was broken and makes it beautiful. You will find life and grace as you turn each page."--Melanie Shankle, New York Times bestselling author of Nobody's Cuter Than You
Mo Isom was an All-American goalkeeper for the Louisiana State University soccer team and the first female to try out for an SEC men's football team. She holds the LSU all-time goalkeeper record as well as the #3 SEC all-time shutout record. She trained with the US Women's National program, was honored as National Player of the Week, has appeared on ESPN SportsCenter Top 10 Plays, and has been featured in Sports Illustrated and appeared on Ellen, ESPN, CBS, The 700 Club, and countless other platforms. Isom speaks nationally and internationally, facilitates a faith-centered blog, and lives in Atlanta.
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- 9780801008146
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- 5.5 x 8.5
- Pub. Date
- Jul 2016
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- $14.99
- Number of pages
- 192
Wrestling for My Life The Legend, the Reality, and the Faith of a WWE Superstar
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
In Wrestling for My Life, WWE superstar Shawn Michaels shares from his heart about the highs and lows of his life inside the WWE. Included are some never-before-shared stories and an intimate look into his career as well as stories of hunting, family, and faith.
With millions of fans, Michaels had adulation and all the attention he could ask for, but he discovered there was something more. When he became a committed Christian during his years in the WWE it had to affect everything. Michaels reveals what it is like to be a man of faith in this unusual world and shares insights for all of us.
| Contributor(s) | Shawn Michaels , David Thomas |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Shawn Michaels In 2010, Shawn Michaels retired from the WWE after a successful run of over twenty years in the ring. A native of San Antonio, TX, Shawn officially became a part of the WWF (now the WWE) in 1988. An eleven-time winner of Pro Wrestling Illustrated and WWE’s Match of the Year Award, Michaels has been blessed enough to be the WWE World Champion, World Heavyweight Champion, Royal Rumble winner (twice), Intercontinental Champion, World Tag Team Champion along with many other noteworthy accolades. He also has compiled list of memorable nicknames that fans across the world associate with his career in the WWE, including: The Heartbreak Kid, The Showstopper, The Headliner, The Main Event, The Icon and Mr. Wrestlemania. In addition to his wrestling career, Shawn continues his work in the area of Christian ministry working with various churches, charities and organizations which allow him the opportunity to the spread and advance of the gospel. Since his retirement from the WWE, Shawn has turned his focus toward spending more time with his wife and kids, while hosting Shawn Michaels MacMillan River Adventures television show on the Outdoor Channel. Shawn currently lives on his ranch in west Texas with his wife Rebecca and their two children, Cameron and Cheyenne. Website: www.theshawnmichaels.com David Thomas David Thomas, a former award-winning sports journalist, is a New York Times bestselling author/writer of eight books. He lives near Fort Worth, Texas, with his wife, Sally, and their two children. His web site is www.DavidThomasBooks.com. |
| UPC | 025986347543 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310347548 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310347545 |
| Publish Date | Mar 22, 2016 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.6500 |
| Height | 9.00 |
| Width | 6.00 |
| Length | 176 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Wrestling With Wonder A Transformational Journey through the Life of Mary
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
Who is this God? Who is he who calls us to surrender and then leads us on a journey of twists and turns, ups and downs, unlike anything we could have ever expected? Who is this God who calls a young girl to birth a Savior and then watch him die on a Roman cross? Who is he who fulfills every promise and yet shatters every expectation?
Come, join Mary, Jesus’ mother, on a journey of discovery. Hear the angel’s call, walk the long road to Bethlehem, give birth in a barn, search for a lost son, kneel at the foot of a cross, and experience the wind of the Spirit. Come, walk with Mary, and find your own journey in hers.
Because life rarely turns out the way we planned...
Because we lose the wonder in the disappointments of life ...
Because being highly favored does not mean being highly pampered ...
Because Mary shows us God -- Passionate, breath-taking, and unpredictable...
| Contributor(s) | Marlo Schalesky |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Marlo Schalesky Marlo Schalesky is the award-winning author of nine books, including Empty Womb, Aching Heart: Hope and Help for Those Struggling with Infertility. Her novels include RITA-finalist Shades of Morning, the Christy Award-winning Beyond the Night, and ACFW Book of the Year winner Veil of Fire. Marlo is a small business owner with a masters in theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. She lives with her husband and six children in a log home in Salinas, California.
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| UPC | 025986337407 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310337402 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310337409 |
| Publish Date | Oct 7, 2014 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.5600 |
| Height | 8.38 |
| Width | 5.50 |
| Length | 272 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Yawning at Tigers You Can't Tame God, So Stop Trying
$16.44 USD $16.99 USD
“A needed corrective to self-indulgent Christianity.” Philip Yancey
“A stirring challenge.” Lee Strobel
“A strong antidote against a domesticated God.” Matthew Lee Anderson
When was the last time you were overawed by God’s majesty? Have you ever stood in stunned silence at his holiness and power?
In our shallow, self-centered age, things like truth and reverence might seem outdated, lost. Yet we’re restless. And our failed attempts to ease our unrest point to an ancient ache for an experience of the holy.
Drew Dyck makes a compelling case that what we seek awaits us in the untamed God of Scripture—a God who is dangerous yet accessible, mysterious yet powerfully present. He is a God who beckons us to see him with a fresh, unfiltered gaze.
Yawning at Tigers takes us past domesticated Christianity, into the wilds where God’s raw majesty, love, and power become more real and transformative than we could ever imagine.
| Contributor(s) | Drew Dyck |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Drew Dyck Drew Nathan Dyck is managing editor of Leadership Journal, a publication of Christianity Today. His work has been featured in USA Today, The Huffington Post, and The Washington Times. He is a frequent speaker at pastor conferences and on TV and radio programs in the US and Canada. He holds an M.A. in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. He lives with his wife, Grace, and son, Athanasius, in the Chicago area. |
| ISBN-10 | 140020545X |
| ISBN-13 | 9781400205455 |
| Release Date | May 13, 2014 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.4600 |
| Height | 8.38 |
| Width | 5.50 |
| Length | 224 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
You Are What You Love The Spiritual Power of Habit
$18.69 USD $19.99 USD
You Are What You Love
The Spiritual Power of Habit
About
You are what you love. But you might not love what you think.
In this book, award-winning author James K. A. Smith shows that who and what we worship fundamentally shape our hearts. And while we desire to shape culture, we are not often aware of how culture shapes us. We might not realize the ways our hearts are being taught to love rival gods instead of the One for whom we were made. Smith helps readers recognize the formative power of culture and the transformative possibilities of Christian practices. He explains that worship is the "imagination station" that incubates our loves and longings so that our cultural endeavors are indexed toward God and his kingdom. This is why the church and worshiping in a local community of believers should be the hub and heart of Christian formation and discipleship.
Following the publication of his influential work Desiring the Kingdom, Smith received numerous requests from pastors and leaders for a more accessible version of that book's content. No mere abridgment, this new book draws on years of Smith's popular presentations on the ideas in Desiring the Kingdom to offer a fresh, bottom-up rearticulation. The author creatively uses film, literature, and music illustrations to engage readers and includes new material on marriage, family, youth ministry, and faith and work. He also suggests individual and communal practices for shaping the Christian life.
Contents
1. You Are What You Love: To Worship Is Human
2. You Might Not Love What You Think: Learning to Read "Secular" Liturgies
3. The Spirit Meets You Where You Are: Historic Worship for a Postmodern Age
4. What Story Are You In? The Narrative Arc of Formative Christian Worship
5. Guard Your Heart: The Liturgies of Home
6. Teach Your Children Well: Learning by Heart
7. You Make What You Want: Vocational Liturgies
Epilogue
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- 9781587433801
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- 5.5 x 8.5
- Pub. Date
- Mar 2016
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- $19.99
- Number of pages
- 224
You Changed My Life Stories of Real People With Remarkable Hearts
$15.09 USD $15.99 USD
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.
| Contributor(s) | Max Lucado |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Max Lucado More than 120 million readers have found inspiration and encouragement in the writings of Max Lucado. He lives with his wife, Denalyn, and their mischievous mutt, Andy, in San Antonio, Texas, where he serves the people of Oak Hills Church. |
| ISBN-10 | 1404187839 |
| ISBN-13 | 9781404187832 |
| Release Date | Sep 14, 2010 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.8900 |
| Height | 6.75 |
| Width | 5.88 |
| Length | 192 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Who It's For | Men, Women |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Language | English |
You Don’t Know Me, Softcover
$13.66 USD $13.99 USD
Product Description
2013 Carol Award finalist (ACFW)
To everyone who knows her, Annalise Decker is a model wife and mother. She’s a permanent member of the PTA, never misses her kids’ sporting events, and is constantly campaigning for her husband’s mayoral race.
No one knows that Annalise was once Deidre O’Reilly, a troubled young woman whose testimony put a dangerous criminal behind bars. Relocated through the Witness Security Program to the sleepy town of Deep Haven, Deidre got a new identity and a fresh start, which began when she fell in love with local real estate agent Nathan Decker. Twenty years later, Annalise couldn’t be more unprepared for her past to catch up with her. When Agent Frank Harrison arrives with news that the man she testified against is out on bail and out for revenge, Annalise is forced to face the consequences of her secrets. Will she run again, or will she finally find the grace to trust those she loves most with both her past and her future?
Product Details
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- October 1, 2012
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- Softcover
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- 5.5 x 8.25 in.
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- 978-1-4143-3484-4
You Lost Me Starting Conversations Between Generations...On Faith, Doubt, Sex, Science, Culture, and Church
$20.48 USD $24.99 USD
You Lost Me
Starting Conversations Between Generations...On Faith, Doubt, Sex, Science, Culture, and Church
About
Identifying a problem is not a solution. But starting a conversation is the beginning of restoration.
In You Lost Me, the bestselling coauthor of unChristian trained his researcher’s eye on Christians ages 18 to 29, exposing why they leave the church and rethink their faith. With this insightful and honest DVD, you and your small group can connect across generational lines, discuss the most pressing faith issues of our day, and begin the process of building up the next generation of Christ followers.
This DVD and the accompanying discussion guide will help you understand why the next generation often sees the church as overprotective, shallow, anti-intellectual, exclusive, repressive, and intolerant of doubt. You’ll hear the voices of young people who want to be part of a community of faith, but have been marginalized by the church. And you’ll discover loving, biblical ways to reconnect to them with kindness, compassion, and humility.
If you care about the future of the church, you don’t want to miss You Lost Me.
8 sessions plus 2 bonus sessions. Total running time: 90 minutes
Produced by Dot&Cross / Executive Producer Corey Petrick / Directed by Santino Stoner / Music by Joshua Winters / Mastered by DVS Interactive / Distributed by Baker Publishing Group
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- DVD
- ISBN
- 9780801015007
- Pub. Date
- Nov 2012
- SRP
- $24.99
You Lost Me Why Young Christians Are Leaving Church . . . and Rethinking Faith
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
You Lost Me
Why Young Christians Are Leaving Church . . . and Rethinking Faith
About
Is the Church Losing the Next Generation?
More than half of all Christian teens and twentysomethings leave active involvement in church. Based on research conducted by the Barna Group, You Lost Me exposes ways the Christian community has failed to equip young adults to live "in but not of" the world--to follow Christ in the midst of profound cultural change. This wide-ranging study debunks persistent myths about young dropouts and examines the likely consequences for young adults and for the church if we maintain the status quo.
The faith journeys of the next generation are a challenge to the established church, but they can also be a source of hope for the community of faith. Kinnaman, with the help of contributors from across the Christian spectrum, offers ideas for pastors, youth leaders, parents, and educators to pass on a vibrant, lasting faith, and ideas for young adults to find themselves in wholehearted pursuit of Christ.
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- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780801015892
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- 5.5 x 8.5
- Pub. Date
- Jun 2016
- SRP
- $15.99
- Number of pages
- 256
You Matter More Than You Think What a Woman Needs to Know about the Difference She Makes
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Leslie Parrott |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Leslie Parrott Dr. Leslie Parrott is a marriage and family therapist and co-director with her husband, Dr. Les Parrott, of the Center for Relationship Development at Seattle Pacific University. She is the author of First Drop of Rain and God Made You Nose to Toes, and co-author with her husband of several bestselling books, including the Gold Medallion Award-winner Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts. Leslie is a columnist for Today's Christian Woman and has been featured on Oprah, CBS This Morning, CNN, and The View, and in USA Today and the New York Times. Leslie lives in Seattle with her husband and their two sons. www.LesandLeslie.com |
| UPC | 025986324971 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310324971 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310324973 |
| Publish Date | Dec 22, 2009 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.6000 |
| Height | 8.50 |
| Width | 5.5 |
| Length | 240 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
You Were Made for More The Life You Have, the Life God Wants You to Have
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
Jim Cymbala knows something a lot of us miss--that a comfortable, secure life won’t produce the satisfaction we long for. How could we feel fulfilled by missing out on the life God has for us? Whether life seems good or not right now, Jim Cymbala believes that God has more for you. In this new book, he’ll help you find out how to access the “more” God intends—more peace, real joy, and a deep sense of purpose. As you open yourself to the “more” of God, you will also discover your unique work assignment—the one thing God is calling you--and no one else--to accomplish for the sake of his work in the world. You Were Made for More draws a compelling picture of people just like you who are finding that “more of God” means more influence, more energy, and ultimately more happiness. It will help you picture what your own “land of milk and honey” might look like—the fuller, richer spiritual place you long to be. Using examples from the Bible, contemporary stories, and experiences from his own life, Jim Cymbala points the way to a richer, deeper life, helping you take hold of everything God wants to give.
| Contributor(s) | Jim Cymbala , Dean Merrill |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Jim Cymbala Jim Cymbala has served as pastor of the Brooklyn Tabernacle for more than forty years. He is the author of many bestselling books, including Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, The Church God Blesses, When God’s People Pray, Fresh Faith, and Spirit Rising. He lives in New York City with his wife, Carol, who directs the Grammy Award–winning Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir. The Cymbalas have three children and eight grandchildren. Dean Merrill Dean Merrill, former publishing executive with Focus on the Family and International Bible Society, is author or coauthor of 31 books, including The God Who Won't Let Go and Sinners in the Hands of an Angry Church. He and his wife live in Colorado Springs, Colorado. |
| UPC | 025986340889 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310340888 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310340881 |
| Publish Date | Dec 30, 2014 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.6500 |
| Height | 8.50 |
| Width | 5.13 |
| Length | 224 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
You’re Stronger Than You Think, Softcover
$15.09 USD $15.99 USD
Product Description
Product Details
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- August 2, 2012
- Binding:
- Softcover
- Trim Size:
- 5.5 x 8.25 in.
- ISBN:
- 978-1-4143-4853-7
You'll Get Through This Hope and Help for Your Turbulent Times
$16.44 USD $16.99 USD
You’ll get through this.
It won’t be painless.
It won’t be quick.
But God will use this mess for good.
Don’t be foolish or naïve.
But don’t despair either.
With God’s help, you’ll get through this.
You fear you won't make it through. We all do. We fear that the depression will never lift, the yelling will never stop, the pain will never leave. In the pits, surrounded by steep walls and aching reminders, we wonder: Will this gray sky ever brighten? This load ever lighten?
In You'll Get Through This, pastor and New York Times best-selling author, Max Lucado offers sweet assurance. 'Deliverance is to the Bible what jazz music is to Mardi Gras: bold, brassy, and everywhere.' Max reminds readers God doesn't promise that getting through trials will be quick or painless. It wasn't for Joseph--tossed in a pit by his brothers, sold into slavery, wrongfully imprisoned, forgotten and dismissed--but his Old Testament story is in the Bible for this reason: to teach us to trust God to trump evil.
With the compassion of a pastor, the heart of a storyteller, and the joy of one who has seen what God can do, Max explores the story of Joseph and the truth of Genesis 50:20. What Satan intends for evil, God redeems for good.
| Contributor(s) | Max Lucado |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
Max Lucado More than 120 million readers have found inspiration and encouragement in the writings of Max Lucado. He lives with his wife, Denalyn, and their mischievous mutt, Andy, in San Antonio, Texas, where he serves the people of Oak Hills Church. |
| ISBN-10 | 0718031512 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780718031510 |
| Release Date | Mar 10, 2015 |
| Weight (lbs) | 1.0000 |
| Height | 8.38 |
| Width | 5.50 |
| Length | 240 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
You're Going to Be Okay Encouraging Truth Your Heart Needs to Hear, Especially on the Hard Days
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
You're Going to Be Okay
Encouraging Truth Your Heart Needs to Hear, Especially on the Hard Days
About
"A fresh voice for every woman."
--Ann Voskamp, New York Times bestselling author of One Thousand Gifts
If your life isn't perfect . . .
If you've ever been disappointed . . .
If you feel stressed or tired . . .
This is for you.
You really are going to be okay. And it truly is possible to live with joy, resilience, and strength no matter what life brings. Yes, there will be hurt and hard times. But God wants to help you find ways to survive, grow stronger, and even thrive--no matter what happens.
With her trademark positive encouragement and probing questions for self-reflection, bestselling author Holley Gerth encourages you to spend less of your life stressing or regretting and more of your life truly living.
"If you need a friend to walk with you through the hard stuff in life, to cheer you on with encouragement, to help you find strength and joy in the midst of life's difficulties--this book is for you!"--Renee Swope, bestselling author of A Confident Heart; Proverbs 31 Ministries radio show co-host
"A lifeline for those sinking under waves of pressure and expectation. I cannot recommend it highly enough."--Emily T. Wierenga, author of Chasing Silhouettes and Atlas Girl
"Holley's wisdom, authenticity, and warmth resonate on every page. We don't get rote answers with Holley; we get a deep sense of how we are deeply loved by God, who meets us right where we are. You're Going to Be Okay is a must-read."
--Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of Love Idol
Holley Gerth is a bestselling writer, certified life coach, and speaker. She loves connecting with the hearts of women through her popular blog and books like You're Already Amazing, You're Made for a God-Sized Dream, and Opening the Door to Your God-Sized Dream. She's also cofounder of (in)courage and a partner with DaySpring. Holley lives with her husband, Mark, in the South. Hang out with her at www.holleygerth.com.
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- Paperback
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- 9780800720629
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- 5.5 x 8.5
- Pub. Date
- Feb 2014
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- $15.99
- Number of pages
- 240
Your 100 Day Prayer The Transforming Power of Actively Waiting on God
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
'Let's put aside any false humility or pride,' author John Snyder says, 'and come before God with boldness, asking for the moon.' He reminds us that the Bible says we are to ask and then ask again. Over and over. Day in. Day out.
When the need is so great, so seemingly impossible that only God's direct intervention will ever bring it about, it takes a different kind of prayer. Your 100 Day Prayer is designed to take you straight to the heart and will of God by seeking him for a specific need. This book includes:
- A dedicated page to express your need before God on the day you start your 100 day of prayer,
- 100 entries to help you focus your prayer through the truth of God's Word and character,
- Leading prayers to give you a jump start,
- Writing space to capture your conversations with the Father and the spiritual transformation you experience day by day, and
- A concluding page to memorialize how God answered your prayer and transformed you through the process.
A powerful witness to the place of prayer in the Christian life with a user friendly daily discipline to introduce you to it. Highly recommended.
—Thomas W. Gillespie, President Emeritus, Princeton Theological Seminary, New Jersey
The concept of Your 100 Days of Prayer is inspired, and can only accomplish great things for our nation and the Kingdom of God if we'll all cooperate and implement it. The Lord is waiting to see if we have the courage and the desire. He is able.
—Pat Boone, singer, actor, producer, author, and motivational speaker
Conversing with our Father in prayer is critical to spiritual growth. In Your 100 Day Prayer, John Snyder provides very practical and diverse meditations that will most certainly enhance the reader’s prayer life and set the tone for daily living that is focused on God.
—Rick Dempsey, Sr. Vice President, The Walt Disney Studios
In today's Internet age of instant gratification, it's all too easy for Christians to 'want it now' and expect the Lord to instantly honor Matthew 7:7: 'Ask and it will be given to you . . .' John Snyder's excellent book provides a beautiful pathway to journal our 100 days of focused prayer as we are transformed in the process.
—David Pack, Saddleback Church/ Orange County, Calif. Grammy winning Recording Artist & Music Producer
In this 100 day pilgrimage, Dr. Snyder has woven four great Christian traditions together—daily scripture reading, devotional insight, prayer, and journaling. You cannot practice these disciplines faithfully and emerge unchanged. I think that you will find when the journey has ended, that God has been your guide and your destination.”—Dr. Ed Ewart, MOO Church, Mission Viejo, CA
If you already enjoy a daily, satisfying prayer life, don't read this book. But if you're looking for something to stimulate you to become more faithful and systematic, John Snyder's Your 100 Day Prayer offers you an opportunity to focus on talking to God daily and making it an ongoing habit.
—Cecil Murphey, author or co-author of more than 100 books including 90 Minutes in Heaven and Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story
John Snyder has taken a chapter out of his own life and made it available to all of us...Your 100 Day Prayer is an incredibly practical and powerful tool for any individual or family who desires to develop and strengthen their prayer life.
—Matt Kees, Director, Christian Musician Summit conferences, and Music Producer
| Contributor(s) | John I Snyder |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
John I Snyder Dr. John I. Snyder, pastor, author, and conference speaker, is an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church.John holdsMasters degreesin Theologyand Divinity from Princeton and a Doctoratein Theology from the University of Basel, Switzerland.John and his wife, Shirin, have a passion for planting churches, which they have done in the United States in Europe. His daughters, Sarah and Stephanie,lead theband Deer Park Avenue. |
| ISBN-10 | 1400203406 |
| ISBN-13 | 9781400203406 |
| Release Date | Sep 13, 2011 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.5100 |
| Height | 8.38 |
| Width | 5.55 |
| Length | 240 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Your Beautiful Purpose Discovering and Enjoying What God Can Do Through You
$23.90 USD $29.99 USD
Your Beautiful Purpose
Discovering and Enjoying What God Can Do Through You
About
Let God Breathe a Fresh Purpose Into Your Soul
In six powerful 30-minute sessions that expand on her book Your Beautiful Purpose, Susie Larson explores more deeply how to lay hold of God's desires for your life. Each session focuses on a core truth for seeing God's plans for you flourish:
1. Embrace Your Purpose--Love your story
2. Trust God's Timing--See how even your struggles can be used to transform you
3. Hear God's Voice--Discern how God is preparing you for His divine purpose
4. Believe God's Word--Enjoy a greater awareness of God's love and provision
5. Walk by Faith--Understand which faith "season" you are in
6. Take New Territory--Step forward in holy confidence and humble dependence
Drawing on her own hard-earned experiences, Susie shares practical, scriptural ways to overcome the common obstacles that keep women from using their gifts and passions more fully in God's work. This DVD companion to Your Beautiful Purpose includes:
the key teaching points of each book section
extra insights and stories not presented in the book
* and introductions to the Discussion Starter questions at the end of each chapter
Together, Your Beautiful Purpose and this DVD make the perfect six-week study--whether you meet in a large group at church or in a smaller, more intimate gathering at home.
Note to leaders: Each DVD session serves as a catalyst for group discussion and is meant to be viewed prior to reading the corresponding chapters.
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- Format
- DVD
- ISBN
- 9780764211171
- Pub. Date
- Dec 2012
- SRP
- $29.99
Your Best Destiny, Hardcover
$17.94 USD $19.99 USD
Product Description
Your Best Destiny helps you find it through a highly insightful personal assessment tool that will reveal eight keys God has placed deep within you to unlock your true character and help you become who you were born to be.
In this rich and encouraging book, Wintley Phipps—pastor, recording artist, and founder of the U.S. Dream Academy, the organization Oprah Winfrey honored with the Oprah Winfrey Angel Network “Use Your Life” Award—shares what he has learned (sometimes the hard way) about what it takes to become “the best me I can be.” Join him as he leads you on a path to change your focus from what you have and do to who you are. Start today on the path to a truly great life, and step into your God-given destiny. (Includes an access code to the Your Best Destiny Personal Assessment Tool to reveal your personal strengths and areas for growth.)
Product Details
- Published:
- November 1, 2015
- Binding:
- Hardcover
- Trim Size:
- 5.5 x 8.25 in.
- ISBN:
- 978-1-4964-0794-8
Your Church Is Too Safe Why Following Christ Turns the World Upside-Down
$17.94 USD $18.99 USD
“These men who have turned the world upside down have come here also.” – Acts 17:6 That was the startled cry, circa 50 AD, from a hastily assembled mob in Thessalonica. Paul and Silas had been arrested for preaching the gospel. They were viewed as revolutionaries, dangerous men who were upsetting the status quo and inciting riots. But they were just two ordinary men, walking in the power of God, sharing a simple message of his love and grace. It’s been a while since we’ve seen the likes of this. If you ever find church boring or you believe something is missing from our churches today, you aren’t alone. Mark Buchanan believes there is a visible gap between the life Jesus offered to us and the life we’re living, between the church Jesus envisioned and the church we see today. When Jesus announced that the Kingdom was at hand, this can’t be what he meant. Instead of counting everything loss to be found in Christ, we’ve made it our priority to be safe instead of dangerous, nice instead of holy. Author and pastor Mark Buchanan believes that we need to recover a simple idea: that God meant his church to be both good news and bad news, an aroma and a stench – a disruptive force to whoever or whatever opposes the Kingdom of God and a healing, liberating power to those who seek it.
| Contributor(s) | Mark Buchanan |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
Mark Buchanan Mark Buchanan is a pastor, award-winning author, and father of three who lives with his wife, Cheryl, on the West Coast of Canada. Educated at the University of British Columbia and Regent College, his work has been published in numerous periodicals, including Christianity Today, Books and Culture, Leadership Journal, and Discipleship Magazine. He is the author of six books: Your God Is Too Safe, Things Unseen, The Holy Wild, The Rest of God, Hidden in Plain Sight, and Spiritual Rhythm. |
| UPC | 025986523282 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310523281 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310523284 |
| Publish Date | Jul 21, 2015 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.6500 |
| Height | 8.50 |
| Width | 5.50 |
| Length | 240 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Your Daily Journey with God, LeatherLike
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
Product Description
In Your Daily Journey with God, New York Times bestselling author Dr. David Jeremiah distills the wisdom of the Bible into 365 beautifully crafted devotional readings that will help ground and guide you every day of the coming year.
Featuring specially selected Bible verses and quotations from such respected Christian thinkers and writers as C. S. Lewis, Charles H. Spurgeon, A. W. Tozer, J. I. Packer, D. L. Moody, and countless others, this stunning, pocket-sized devotional is sure to enhance and enrich your daily walk with God.
Product Details
- Published:
- October 1, 2016
- Binding:
- LeatherLike
- Trim Size:
- 4.5 x 6.5 in.
- ISBN:
- 978-1-4143-8054-4
Your First Two Years in Youth Ministry A Personal and Practical Guide to Starting Right
$17.19 USD $17.99 USD
Since forever altering the course of the youth ministry world with his best-selling, groundbreaking book, Purpose-Driven® Youth Ministry, Doug Fields’ mind—but especially his heart—has been focused on the many unique needs of new youth workers. Doug translated his passion, insight, and vision for his beloved “rookies” into what you’re now reading, Your Fist Two Years in Youth Ministry—hands-down the most comprehensive companion to not only surviving, but also thriving, during the most crucial phase of youth ministry. Employing his renowned wisdom and humor—as if you and Doug were chatting over a long, relaxing meal—the author disarmingly relates stories and principles from his own successes and failures over 20-plus years in youth ministry. In the end, he offers treasure troves of practical advice, all in the hope that new youth workers can travel a smoother path and achieve real longevity in a church culture that all too often chews them and spits them out. Doug covers all-important issues such as: · Dealing with discouragement · Establishing a solid spiritual foundation · Building effective relationships with students · Resolving conflict · Ministering to parents and families · Trailblazing change · Working with volunteers · Defining a realistic job description · And many others! In addition, a chorus of insightful sidebar voices joins your conversation with Doug, among them ministry veterans Jim Burns, Steve Gerali, Mike Yaconelli, Helen Musick, Chap Clark, Marv Penner, Rick Warren, Jana L. Sundene, Bo Boshers, Duffy Robbins, Tony Campolo, and Richard Ross, all who’ve composed extensive, topical essays for each of the dozen chapters. Your First Two Years of Youth Ministry is a must-have tool for new youth workers, volunteers, seminary professors and students, senior pastors, elders, church boards—even veteran youth workers who’ve been ministering in unstructured environments and are now asking, “What did I miss? What can I still learn?” The first two years of youth ministry are never easy. But never fear. Doug fervently assures us: “Hang on. Hope’s coming!”
| Contributor(s) | Doug Fields |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
Doug Fields Doug Fields has been a leader in youth ministry for over 30 years. In addition to being a youth pastor at two churches for 11 and 20 years, Doug is the founder of Simply Youth Ministry, the co-founder of Downloadyouthministry.com, the author of more than 50 books, and is currently working with Youth Specialties & Azusa Pacific University (HomeWord’s Center for Youth/Family). More information about Doug is available at www.dougfields.com. |
| UPC | 025986240455 |
| ISBN-10 | 031024045X |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310240457 |
| Publish Date | Aug 1, 2002 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.7400 |
| Height | 9 |
| Width | 6.10 |
| Length | 304 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan/Youth Specialties |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Your Girl Raising a Godly Daughter in an Ungodly World
$14.37 USD $14.99 USD
—BETH MOORE
If you are the mother of a daughter eighteen years old or younger, especially one in the tween or teen years, you know that you are in a war for her mind, body, and soul. Best-selling author Vicki Courtney’s Your Girl addresses the times in which our daughters live, the high calling of motherhood, and the necessity to enter the battle to counteract negative influences of the culture.
“Father God, help us to raise this generation of girls to be Yours, and Yours alone,” Vicki writes. She encourages moms to rely on God’s Word while passing down key godly attributes including worth, modest, and purity. Your Girl also helps mothers teach their daughters to stand for truth, protect their hearts, and navigate the uncertain currents of girl politics.
Your Heart’s Desire, Softcover
$15.09 USD $15.99 USD
Product Description
Bestselling author and Bible life coach Sheri Rose Shepherd shares 14 truths that will forever change the way you love and are loved. This book is written for the married woman who loves her man but struggles in her marriage. It’s for the single woman who wants to find a godly man to love and for the divorced woman who believed in her marriage until her man walked out.
Each chapter has life-challenging love stories, love coaching, powerful prayers, inspiring scriptural love letters, and a Transforming Truth.
If you’re ready for a refreshing perspective on love, men, and marriage, this book is for you.
Product Details
- Published:
- June 1, 2012
- Binding:
- Softcover
- Trim Size:
- 5.5 x 8.25 in.
- ISBN:
- 978-1-4143-6691-3
Your Marriage Masterpiece Transform Your Relationship Through God’s Amazing Design
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
Your Marriage Masterpiece
Transform Your Relationship Through God’s Amazing Design
About
A Life-Changing Picture of Marriage
God created marriage as a beautiful work of art that reflects His glory to the world. But our culture has undervalued and misunderstood it, causing it to lose its luster. Like restoration projects on the Sistine Chapel or the Mona Lisa, it is time to return marriage to its former glory by taking a closer look at what the artist had in mind all along.
Al Janssen weaves real-life stories with great teaching and biblical narratives to paint a complete picture of all your marriage can be. With its focus on passion, adventure, and commitment, Your Marriage Masterpiece will help you discover new ways to reflect God's love--revealing His plan for you from the moment you were born. Includes a study guide for personal reflection or group discussion.
Your Marriage Masterpiece is a companion resource to Focus on the Family's DVD experience, The Family Project. Learn more at familyproject.com.
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- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780764218446
- Dimensions
- 5.5 x 8.5
- Pub. Date
- Sep 2016
- SRP
- $14.99
- Number of pages
- 288
Your Own Jesus Saying Yes to the One Relationship that Changes Everything
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
Casting Crowns’ lead singer Mark Hall asks, “Do you have your own Jesus?” Why do you feel close to God one minute and so far away the next? Why does your faith seem empty? Why is it so easy to compromise with the world? Perhaps it’s because we have merely inherited someone else’s Jesus, relying on what we’ve seen and heard from family, friends, or pastors. A true storyteller and a teacher with a heart for ministry, Mark Hall traces the downward spiral caused by spiritual compromise with the world, and then charts the upward road to wholeness and health that comes when we claim our very own Jesus. You need to discover your own Jesus. The real Jesus. The one who wants you to be honest, committed, and uncompromising. The one who is waiting to have a relationship with you. Move past imitating a religion to experiencing a relationship that is vibrant, personal, and fulfilling.
| Contributor(s) | Mark Hall , Tim Luke |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
Mark Hall Mark Hall is a true storyteller and a teacher with a heart for ministry. He is lead singer and songwriter for the Grammy Award-winning band Casting Crowns, whose first three albums have sold nearly four million copies. He has been in ministry nearly twenty years and has served at Eagle's Landing First Baptist Church in McDonough, Georgia, for the last eight years. Mark admits he’d be overwhelmed by life’s demands were it not for his wife of nineteen years, Melanie, who also serves as Casting Crowns’ road manager. Even on tour, Mark and Melanie homeschool their four children: John Michael, Reagan, Zoe, and Hope. Tim Luke Tim Luke serves as executive pastor of Eagle’s Landing First Baptist Church, where he has been on staff for nine years after serving as editor of In Touch magazine, the devotional magazine of Dr. Charles Stanley’s ministry. Tim worked as sportswriter for ten years, the last four as a beat writer covering the Atlanta Braves. He has been married to Karen for twenty years and has two sons, Jacob and J.P. |
| UPC | 025986339777 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310339774 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310339779 |
| Publish Date | Oct 7, 2014 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.4600 |
| Height | 8.38 |
| Width | 5.50 |
| Length | 224 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Your People Shall Be My People, Updated and Expanded Edition How Israel, the Jews and the Christian Church Will Come Together in the Last Days
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
Your People Shall Be My People, Updated and Expanded Edition
How Israel, the Jews and the Christian Church Will Come Together in the Last Days
About
It's a crucial moment in world history--and Israel and her people are at center stage.
How will the Church respond?
In the Old Testament, Ruth made a pledge to Naomi: Your people shall be my people. But over the millennia, we have lost sight of that vow, turned our backs on the Jewish people and even played a major role in their persecution.
Now is the time to embrace Ruth's vow and God's chosen people once again.
In this updated and expanded version of a landmark text, Don Finto, a leader in Christian-Jewish relations, reveals God's purposes for His covenant people in these times--and how this revelation is affecting the Church.
As we align our prayers with the cry of Israel, embrace her people and reaffirm our promises, we'll enter into a story that will change the world--and our own lives--forever!
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- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780800797898
- Dimensions
- 5.5 x 8.5
- Pub. Date
- Apr 2016
- SRP
- $14.99
- Number of pages
- 224
Your Personality Tree
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
Many honest Christians are playing roles and wearing masks they don't know how to remove. In this book, Florence Littauer shows how readers can understand their own personality trees and use that knowledge to build understanding and better family relationships.
| Contributor(s) | Florence Littauer |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
Florence Littauer Florence has written over thirty books which focus on areas of personal growth. She is best known for her work on the personalities, helping us to understand ourselves and improve relationships with others. She is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts and received an honorary Doctor of Humanities degree from Southwestern Adventist University in Texas. The National Speakers Association has inducted Florence into their Speakers Hall of Fame. She been speaking and ministering since 1984. |
| ISBN-10 | 084993169X |
| ISBN-13 | 9780849931697 |
| Release Date | Jun 26, 1989 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.5800 |
| Height | 8.50 |
| Width | 5.50 |
| Length | 240 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Your Powerful Prayers Reaching the Heart of God with a Bold and Humble Faith
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
Your Powerful Prayers
Reaching the Heart of God with a Bold and Humble Faith
About
The all-powerful God of the universe loves us and wants to talk with us--but it doesn't always seem that way. Why is prayer so hard at times? And why are some prayers answered while others are not? Susie Larson knows the struggle. But through the years she has learned to pray with confidence and joy, approaching God as His beloved child.
In this warm and wise book, Susie shares how you, too, can reach the heart of God. Discover how to:
· Pray more persistently, humbly, and boldly
· Overcome common hindrances to effective prayer
· Combine reverence, expectancy, and a tenacious hold on God's promises
Prayer isn't merely a means to an end. God invites you to an intimate and profound dialogue with Him, to experience His movement in your life, and to know His overwhelming joy, power, and peace. Experience God's presence as He strengthens your faith, encourages your heart, and shifts your perspective.
Includes reflection questions for personal or group use. A DVD study companion is also available separately.
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- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780764213328
- Dimensions
- 5.5 x 8.5
- Pub. Date
- Aug 2016
- SRP
- $14.99
- Number of pages
- 224
Your Powerful Prayers Reaching the Heart of God with a Bold and Humble Faith
$24.98 USD $29.99 USD
Your Powerful Prayers
Reaching the Heart of God with a Bold and Humble Faith
About
Experience God's Presence and Power
In six powerful 25-minute sessions that expand on her book Your Powerful Prayers, Susie Larson explores more deeply the secrets to effective prayer. Each session focuses on biblical ways to reach the heart of God:
1. How to Pray Through Disappointment
2. How to Pray When You Forget Who You Are
3. How to Pray From an Heir Perspective
4. How to Pray From Victory
5. How to Pray With Perseverance
6. How to Pray With Eternity in Mind
Together, Your Powerful Prayers and this DVD make an ideal six-week study--whether you meet in a large group at church or in a smaller, more intimate gathering at home.
Note to leaders: Each DVD session serves as a catalyst for group discussion and can be viewed before or after reading the corresponding chapters.
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- Format
- DVD
- ISBN
- 9780764213540
- Pub. Date
- Jul 2016
- SRP
- $29.99
Your Road Map for Success You Can Get There from Here
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
Defining success is a difficult task. Most people equate it with wealth, power, and happiness. However, true success is not a thing you acquire or achieve. Rather, it is a journey you take your whole life long.
In a refreshingly straightforward style, John Maxwell shares unique insights into what it means to be successful. And he reveals a definition that puts genuine success within your reach yet motivates you to keep striving for your dreams.
I want to help you discover your personal road map for success, teach you what it means to be on the success journey, answer many of your questions, and equip you with what you'll need to change yourself and keep growing. - John C. Maxwell
| Contributor(s) | John C. Maxwell |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
John C. Maxwell
John C. Maxwell, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, coach, and speaker was identified as the #1 leader in business by the AMA and the world’s most influential leadership expert by Business Insider and Inc. magazines in 2014.His organizations—The John Maxwell Company, The John Maxwell Team, EQUIP, and the John Maxwell Leadership Foundation—have trained more than 5 million leaders worldwide. Visit JohnMaxwell.com for more information.
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| UPC | 020049075647 |
| ISBN-10 | 0785288023 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780785288022 |
| Release Date | Oct 3, 2006 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.5200 |
| Height | 8.38 |
| Width | 5.5 |
| Length | 256 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Your Sacred Yes Trading Life-Draining Obligation for Freedom, Passion, and Joy
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
Your Sacred Yes
Trading Life-Draining Obligation for Freedom, Passion, and Joy
About
Are you worn out from life's ought-to's and should-do's?
It's so easy to give away our time to things un-appointed by God. We commit to something because it's a good cause or there's a great need. Or maybe because no one else will help out. The result? The days blur together and we find ourselves overworked and underjoyed, desperate for a faith awakening.
In this practical and liberating book, Susie shares biblical ways to:
· Learn how--and when--to say no without guilt or shame
· Find a pace and perspective that matches God's best for you
· Discern man-made obligations from God-given invitations
Will you say yes to the One who will rejuvenate your soul?
Includes Reflection Questions for Personal or Group Use. A DVD Study Companion Is Also Available Separately.
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- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780764213311
- Dimensions
- 5.5 x 8.5
- Pub. Date
- May 2015
- SRP
- $14.99
- Number of pages
- 224
Your Sacred Yes Trading Life-Draining Obligation for Freedom, Passion, and Joy
$26.78 USD $29.99 USD
Your Sacred Yes
Trading Life-Draining Obligation for Freedom, Passion, and Joy
About
Are You Worn Out From Life's Ought-to's and Should-do's?
In six powerful 25-minute sessions that expand on her book Your Sacred Yes, Susie Larson explores more deeply how God can help you live out each day in a way that honors Him and strengthens you. Each session focuses on biblical ways to discern God's best for you:
1. Say Yes to God's Wisdom and Power
2. Say Yes to God's Provision and His Invitation
3. Say Yes to Living Free and to Humility
4. Say Yes to Your Worth and God's Best
5. Say Yes to Necessary Change and Divine Momentum
6. Say Yes to Your God-Given Influence and to a Life That Counts
Together, Your Sacred Yes and this DVD make an ideal six-week study--whether you meet in a large group at church or in a smaller, more intimate gathering at home.
Note to leaders: Each DVD session serves as a catalyst for group discussion and can be viewed before or after reading the corresponding chapters.
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- Format
- DVD
- ISBN
- 9780764213533
- Pub. Date
- May 2015
- SRP
- $29.99
Your Teenager Is Not Crazy Understanding Your Teen's Brain Can Make You a Better Parent
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
Your Teenager Is Not Crazy
Understanding Your Teen's Brain Can Make You a Better Parent
About
Turn the most frustrating parenting years into the most fruitful
The teenage years. These three words can incite panic in many of us. Will our sweet boy or girl morph into an incomprehensible bundle of hormones and angst? Is trouble inevitable during the adolescent years? What should we expect as our kids grow? According to the latest research, we can anticipate amazing things! To move from panic to peace, however, we need a change of perspective. As we begin to understand the widespread construction taking place in the teenage brain, we can see and relate to our teen in wonderful new ways.
Conveniently organized by what your teen says--things like I'm bored, You just don't understand, Why are you freaking out?, I hate my life, or Hold on, I just have to send this--this book will help you develop a deep compassion for your teen. Rather than seeing the teen years as a time to simply hold on for dear life, Dr. Jeramy and Jerusha Clark show that adolescence can be an amazing season of cultivating creativity, self-awareness, and passion for the things that really matter.
"By bringing together scientific research, compelling stories, practical advice, and spiritual principles, the Clarks equip, encourage, and empower parents to compassionately and wisely navigate their children's adolescent years."--Daniel G. Amen, MD, bestselling author of Change Your Brain, Change Your Life and coauthor of The Daniel Plan
"Your Teenager Is Not Crazy will not only give you confidence and compassion for teens but equip you with practical steps as well. This is a book every parent needs to read."--Sean McDowell, PhD, professor, Biola University; internationally acclaimed speaker; bestselling author of A New Kind of Apologist
"The Clarks offer us a book that embraces a 'teenagers are a wonder to behold' viewpoint. That makes all the difference in the world and is--I would suggest--the most important perspective needed for effective parenting."--Mark Oestreicher, partner, The Youth Cartel; author of A Parent's Guide to Understanding Teenage Brains
Dr. Jeramy Clark (MDiv, DMin, Talbot Theological Seminary) served as a youth pastor for seventeen years before becoming the pastor of discipleship at Emmanuel Faith Community Church. Jerusha Clark is an active writer and speaker. Her books include Every Thought Captive, The Life You Crave, and When I Get Married. The Clarks are also the bestselling coauthors of several books and the parents of two teenagers.
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- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780801018763
- Dimensions
- 5.5 x 8.5
- Pub. Date
- Mar 2016
- SRP
- $15.99
- Number of pages
- 320
Youth Culture 101
$18.98 USD $19.99 USD
CPYU President Walt Mueller's critically acclaimed book, Understanding Today's Youth Culture, is widely recognized as one of the most thorough and comprehensive overviews of youth culture today. This Gold Medallion Book Award winner is used as a seminal text in colleges, universities, and seminaries around the world, but is especially noted for its honest and easy to read style. The book approaches youth culture from a distinctively Christian perspective and contains chapters on a variety of topics including: music, media, sexuality, materialism, drugs and alcohol, and spirituality. A great resource for parents, educators, youth workers, and pastors.
| Contributor(s) | Walt Mueller |
|---|---|
| About the Contributor(s) |
Walt Mueller Walt Mueller is the founder and president of the Center for Parent Youth Understanding, a nonprofit ministry organization that has served churches, schools, and community organizations worldwide for nearly twenty years. He's a sought-after authority on youth culture and family issues and has appeared on CNN, Fox News, and the BBC. |
| UPC | 025986273132 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310273137 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310273134 |
| Publish Date | May 22, 2007 |
| Weight (lbs) | 1.4200 |
| Height | 9 |
| Width | 6 |
| Length | 480 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan/Youth Specialties |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Youth Ministry in the 21st Century Five Views
$19.22 USD $21.99 USD
eSources
course help for professors & study aids for students
About
There are many philosophies and strategies that drive today's youth ministry. To most people, they are variations on a single goal: to make faithful disciples of young people. However, digging deeper into various programs, books, and concepts reveals substantive differences among the approaches. In this multiview work, Chap Clark, one of the leading voices in youth ministry today, brings together a diverse group of leaders to present major views on youth ministry extant. Contributors and approaches include:
Fernando Arzola presents the Ecclesial Model of Youth Ministry. The goal is to develop a formal teaching strategy as the center of youth ministry nurture and discipleship. Arzola (PhD, Fordham University) is dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and associate professor of religion at Nyack College. He is the author of several books, including Toward a Prophetic Youth Ministry.
Greg Stier presents the Gospel Advancing Ministry Model. The goal is to equip and launch teenagers as mature believers invested in peer to peer evangelism ministry. Stier is founder and president of Dare 2 Share Ministries, which equips teenagers to relationally share their faith. A former pastor, church planter, and youth leader, Stier has trained over a million teens and youth leaders in the last twenty years and is the author of fifteen books.
Ron Hunter presents the Family Focused Youth Ministry Model. The goal is to show how church and home work in a complimentary fashion. This does not describe an integrated model but rather one where each age ministry builds on and connects with the others. Deuteronomy 6 commands parents to take the lead in the spiritual development of their kids. Youth pastors, children's ministers, and especially lead pastors are vital to transforming the church into a family ministry culture. Hunter is executive director and CEO of Randall House, publisher of D6 curriculum, and serves as director of the D6 Conference. He is currently completing his PhD at Dallas Baptist University and is the coauthor of Toy Box Leadership.
Brian Cosby presents the Reformed Youth Ministry Model. The goal is to equip parents to raise up children in submission to and under the teaching of ordained church leaders by means of the ministry of the Word, prayer, sacraments, service, and gospel community. Cosby (PhD, Australian College of Theology) is lead pastor of Wayside Presbyterian Church (PCA) on Signal Mountain, Tennessee, and visiting professor of church history at Reformed Theological Seminary, Atlanta. He is the author of more than ten books.
Chap Clark presents the Adoption Model of Youth Ministry. The goal is to create an environment where every young person knows and experiences being cared for in an almost parental way as they prepare to enter into emerging adulthood.
Offering a model of critical thinking and respectful dialogue, this volume provides a balanced, irenic approach to a topic with which every church wrestles. It gives readers the resources they need to develop their own approach to youth ministry.
About the Series
The Youth, Family, and Culture series examines the broad categories involved in studying and caring for the needs of the young and is dedicated to the preparation and vocational strengthening of those who are committed to the spiritual development of adolescents.
Contents
Introduction: Why This Book?
Introducing the Authors
View One: Greg Stier
The Gospel Advancing View of Ministry
Responses to the Gospel Advancing View
Brian Cosby
Chap Clark
Fernando Arzola
Ron Hunter
Greg Stier's Response
View Two: Brian Cosby
The Reformed View of Youth Ministry
Responses to the Reformed View
Greg Stier
Chap Clark
Fernando Arzola
Ron Hunter
Brian Cosby's Response
View Three: Chap Clark
The Adoption View of Youth Ministry
Responses to the Adoption View
Greg Stier
Brian Cosby
Fernando Arzola
Ron Hunter
Chap Clark's Response
View Four: Fernando Arzola
The Ecclesial View of Youth Ministry
Responses to the Ecclesial View
Greg Stier
Brian Cosby
Chap Clark
Ron Hunter
Fernando Arzola's Response
View Five: Ron Hunter
The D6 View of Youth Ministry
Responses to the D6 View
Greg Stier
Brian Cosby
Chap Clark
Fernando Arzola
Ron Hunter's Response
Afterword: Where from Here?
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- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780801049675
- Dimensions
- 6 x 9
- Pub. Date
- Aug 2015
- SRP
- $21.99
- Number of pages
- 224