CONNECTED OR DISCONNECTED? DISCERN THE MYTHS OF THE DIGITAL AGE. The Hyperlinked Life is for anyone who would struggle to go a day without internet access. Information overload. You live it everyday. Twitter, Facebook, Instagram ... You're more informed and connected than ever. Yet if you're honest, you're probably feeling more distracted than ever. More lonely. More restless. It is possible to live with wisdom in this hyperlinked life---and in these pages, you'll learn how. They Hyperlinked Life is part of the FRAMES series - short yet meaningful reads on the top issues facing us in today's complex culture. A new kind of book brought to you by Barna Group, to help you read less, and know more. To sign up for updates about FRAMES, see videos, and learn more about these products, visit www.BarnaFrames.com.

Remember that it is not a prayer, because Jesus never prayed for the sick. It is a command, so firmly get it fixed in your mind to say, In the name of Jesus, we command....And then speak to the part of the body that needs healing. When Jesus healed the sick man at the pool of Bethesda, He said, Rise, take up your bed and walk (John 5:8). In Matthew 12:13, Jesus commanded the man with the withered hand, Stretch out your hand, and when the man did, his hand was restored as whole as the other. Jesus disciples followed His example of making healing commands, as recorded in Acts 3:6 in the healing of the lame man: Then Peter said, Silver and gold I do not have, but what I do have I give to you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.' Verse 7 proclaims, And he took him by the right hand and lifted him up, and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength. The Scriptures go on to report that the healed man began walking and leaping, and praising God! Notice also that when the people put their FAITH INTO ACTION whether by stretching out their hand, or taking up their bed and walking, or rising up and walking they were healed!"

Does life have you feeling unsettled, overlooked, anxious, exhausted? Good news! There's a better way. Enter The Peace Project with its short, digestible chapters full of practical application. This thirty-day experiment invites you to experience lasting personal peace through the outward practices of thankfulness, kindness, and mercy. In these hopeful pages, Kay Wills Wyma takes us along on a journey to see others--as well as ourselves--not as objects or obstacles but as people of great worth. People who matter. The result? Transformation--for you and those around you. Experiencing the endless depths of God's peace where you can actually, finally, somehow breathe. Welcome to the less-than-perfect, sometimes hilarious, consistently magical journey of practicing thankfulness, kindness, and mercy with Kay, her kids, and some brave friends. "Kay Wyma is a funny, honest, and encouraging guide who will walk with you toward more peace in your life one day, one step at a time."--Holley Gerth, bestselling author of The Powerful Purpose of Introverts "Ultimately, everyone wants to be seen, to be valued, to feel like they matter. We can do that. Kay's Peace Project invites readers to see and value people through a challenge to practice thankfulness, kindness, and mercy each day for thirty days."--Leon Logothetis, global adventurer, author, and TV host of Netflix's The Kindness Diaries "Kay shares her family's journey so openly and generously and welcomes you to the table. Grab a cup of tea or coffee and settle in as she invites you into her world in The Peace Project."--Melissa d'Arabian, Food Network Star, New York Times bestselling author of Ten Dollar Dinners and Tasting Grace "When you change your gaze, when you choose to respond to life redemptively, your brain changes, your heart changes, and the world around you heals a little. Our world needs this message."--Susie Larson, talk radio host, national speaker, and author of Fully Alive "From carpool with her kids to surly people at the store, Kay shares the exasperated thoughts we all have and offers hope and helpful solutions for seeing the world through a more positive lens. Want to soothe your soul? Try The Peace Project and get ready to chill out."--Melanie Dale, author of Calm the H*ck Down "Unfortunately, I can't force others to be less rude. But thanks to Kay, I'm better equipped to control my response and find peace in any circumstance."--Heather MacFadyen, host and author of the Don't Mom Alone podcast and book

Women of every culture and society are facing the dilemma of identity. Traditional views of what it means to be a woman and changing cultural and marital roles are causing women conflict in their relationships with men. Women are under tremendous stress as they struggle to discover who they are and what role they are to play today—in the family; the community; and the world. In this expanded edition of Understanding the Purpose and Power of Women; now including helpful study questions following each chapter; best-selling author Dr. Myles Munroe examines societies’ attitudes toward women and addresses vital issues such as:

•Are women and men equal?

•How is a woman unique from a man?

•What does the Bible really teach about women?

•Is the woman to blame for the fall of mankind?

•What are the purpose and design of the woman?

•What is a woman’s basic communication style?

•What are a woman’s emotional and sexual needs?

•Are women meant to be leaders?

•What is a woman’s potential?

To live successfully in the world; women need a new awareness of who they are and new skills to meet today’s challenges.Dr. Myles Munroe (1954–2014) was an international motivational speaker; best-selling author; educator; leadership mentor; and consultant for government and business. Traveling extensively throughout the world; Dr. Munroe addressed critical issues affecting the full range of human; social; and spiritual development. He was a popular author of more than forty books; including The Power of Character in Leadership; The Purpose and Power of Authority; The Principles and Benefits of Change; Becoming a Leader; The Most Important Person on Earth; The Spirit of Leadership; The Principles and Power of Vision; Understanding the Purpose and Power of Prayer; Understanding the Purpose and Power of Woman; and Understanding the Purpose and Power of Men. Dr. Munroe was founder and president of Bahamas Faith Ministries International (BFMI); a multidimensional organization headquartered in Nassau; Bahamas. He was chief executive officer and chairman of the board of the International Third World Leaders Association; president of the International Leadership Training Institute; and the founder and executive producer of a number of radio and television programs aired worldwide.

Imagine a world where we are all given the opportunity to fulfill our purposes, finding the very reason why we were created whilst living to benefit others. A world in which the systems are no longer clouded with deceit; filled with corruption, destruction and evils of ever-increasing magnitudes. We could confidently check out of earth one day knowing we had left it better than we found it. But how when trial and error is the only way and the lives of the generations to come depend on a change now? The Takeover is a worldwide campaign with a sole purpose of doing just that; empowering readers to pursue change with the aim of creating the world we all dare to dream about- a world where we can finally experience heaven on earth. We are placed on the earth with an empty canvas with no direction as to what would be our perfect picture; this book provides the blueprint and strategy, enabling readers to play a vital role in global good. No matter the scale of our occupation or dream, we would be noted in the world's hall of fame for deciding to give mankind the gift that the Lord innately placed inside of us. Your community needs you. Your country needs you. And the world needs you!

The purpose of this Book is to present some important principles of healing which may help you as you step out in faith and begin laying hands on the sick. The information in this Book might be different than what you have always been taught, but consider keeping an open mind in case God wants to reveal something new to you. Check these things against the Bible; don't just believe what I say or what other people have said!

In Bill Vincent's more than 20 years of ministry, there has been countless spirits and demons that he has personally been allowed by God's grace to overcome in many people's lives. There have been various kinds but none as dangerous as the spirit of Jezebel. This book is as no other Bill has written because of the history of dealing with this spirit so many times over the years. The Church doesn't need to take this lightly. Bill brings this timely message several ways to bring clarity. This book isn't just for light reading, don't just skim the surface because there is much that the Holy Spirit is releasing through this book. In the years, Bill has learned a great deal more about this principality, this strongman, and how it operates. After writing Defeating the Demonic Realm Bill never thought he would be releasing a book this powerful again concerning spiritual warfare. We need to understand failure to address the weaknesses and sinful responses have wreaked havoc in the lives of men and women everywhere. The Jezebel Spirit must be overcome before it destroys you!"

Believe anything you want. The twentieth century has brought with it a myriad of opinions, philosophies, doctrines and ideologies. Each one of them important; each one valid. And the world says, 'Believe what you want.' Authors Wes Tracy and Stan Ingersol have authored Here We Stand to shatter that conclusion. More than ever, it is important that we know what we believe. Here We Stand is a comprehensive study of a wide range of beliefs and where Nazarenes fit into the ideological puzzle. Tracy and Ingersol provide the most contemporary and complete overview of major religions and religious beliefs since Why I Am a Nazarene . Nazarenes have the unique opportunity to reestablish their identity with a new generation of people. Here We Stand gives a clear view into other traditions in a language and approach understood by today's pastors and laymen. Here We Stand contributes to the distinctiveness of each group without sacrificing the Christian community as a whole. Pastors, Sunday School teachers and new Christians will find this unabridged version of the book What Is a Nazarene? an excellent resource because it lends a knowledgeable, objective voice to discussions of doctrine, witnessing and spirituality. Here We Stand provides the historical and theological background needed to establish identity and ownership among new and life-long Nazarenes. Kivar.

This book demonstrates how real love is unconditional and shows no limitations to any differences. The families in the Town of Mallow Creek knew nothing about hate, they only knew to love in all circumstances. Throughout this book the reader will see how this town got together to send a wave of love and kindness to a family who never knew love, but began to understand love as the town continued to pour it out their hearts. The reader will benefit from the understanding of True Love...It Never Wavers!

The Book of Forgiving, written together by the Nobel Peace Laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and his daughter Revd Mpho Tutu, offers a deeply personal testament and guide to the process of forgiveness. All of us have at times needed both to forgive and be forgiven - whether small, everyday harms or real traumas. But the path to forgiveness is not easy, and the process unclear. How do we let go of resentment when we have been harmed, at times irreparably? How do we forgive and still pursue justice? How do we heal our hearts, and move on? How do we forgive ourselves for the harm we have caused others? Drawing on his memories of reconciliation in post-apartheid South Africa, Archbishop Desmond Tutu has identified four concrete steps to forgiveness through which we must all pass if we are to reach our destination: 1) Admitting the wrong and acknowledging the harm 2) Telling one's story and witnessing the anguish 3) Asking for forgiveness and granting forgiveness 4) Renewing or releasing the relationship Each chapter contains reflections and personal stories, as well as exercises for practising each step of the path. The Book of Forgiving is a touchstone and tool for anyone seeking the freedom of forgiveness: an inspiring guide to healing ourselves and creating a more united world.

There is a lot of confusion about faith today. Materials on faith are often vague, incomplete or misleading. In God s Kind of Faith, Dr. Aaron S. Winter explains in simple practical terms, what faith is, how we receive it, how to increase it, how to apply it and even how to operate in God s own faith. Imagine having faith that is alive, active, growing and operating in your life today!"

Whether everyone will admit it or not, the traditional church is in deep trouble and has been struggling for years to survive. There is a small rise of some new, non-traditional churches that help us all realize that God truly has a new way of doing Church. There is no easy fixes but at the same time, there are real roots that are being revealed in this book. The Church does not need another program nor does it need another religious organization. We don't need religious leaders but compassionate, Christ centered leaders. Bill is a prophet of God with a strong Word that all of the Church needs to hear. Bill reveals that there are so many Churches both big and small meeting and keeping silent while the World gets worse in many areas. The fact of the matter is the world and even some Churches are on the road to Hell. We must hear the urgency of all that God has laid on the heart of Bill Vincent and many prophetic voices like him. So many Churches in America why is America in such bad shape somebody is dropping the ball This why we can t just go to Church as spectators when we re asked to pray for a person or Country we need to take it seriously and really travail and intercede instead of shrugging it off and leaving it to the next person. This would be where someone would drop the ball. You know why bad things have happened in America because God is trying to wake this Country up and believe there is a higher power in this Country and it is not the President of the United States."

Someone has decided to become a Catholic and you have been invited to be the person's sponsor during the journey of conversion.

What does a sponsor do during the process of Christian initiation?

In When You Are an RCIA Sponsor Rita Burns Senseman reflects on the responsibility and significance of being chosen to share your faith and personal experience with someone less familiar with the path than you. She explains clearly and briefly the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. Her explanation includes a description of the rituals involved in the initiation process as well as a description of the theology of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. She offers suggestions for being a companion and witness on the RCIA journey, for introducing and welcoming the new Catholic into the parish faith community, and for praying and worshiping together. Each chapter provides questions for reflection or discussion, and passages from the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church for prayerful meditation. The author also includes guidance for sponsoring families.

In our age of instant gratification and if-it-feels-good-do-it attitudes, self-discipline is hardly a popular notion. Yet it may be one of the most important lost virtues of our time. In Joyful Surrender, former missionary and beloved author Elisabeth Elliot offers her understanding of discipline and its value for people of all times. She shows readers how to - discipline the mind, body, possessions, time, and feelings - overcome anxiety - change poor habits and attitudes - trust God in times of trial and hardship - let Christ have control in all areas of life Elliot masterfully and gently takes readers through Scripture, personal stories, and incisive observations of the world around her to help them discover the understanding that our fulfillment as human beings depends on our answer to God's call to obedience.