The business of life is to live and to live well. But in this day and age we know almost everything about life except how to live it. We can dissect life and explain its parts and then fail to put it together again in such a way that it becomes a coordinated, harmonious whole. Through the vibrant writings of E. Stanley Jones, discover not only how God desires more for us than we could ever think or imagine, but freely gives us that abundant life of body, mind, and spirit.

"Abundant Living," the sequel to "Victorious Living," continues the journey toward extraordinary life through trusting God and self-surrender. Written in 1942 by one of the greatest Christian leaders of the day, experience this classic devotional with a new foreword by Leonard Sweet.

We are living today when, after almost two thousand years since the New Testament was completed, many genuine born-again Christians seem to have no idea what Biblical Separation is all about. Because of this, this subject should be studied and explained clearly for everyone who wishes to read about it. The author noted every Bible verse in the Old and New Testaments that dealt with this theme whether directly or by illustration. There are 1,896 verses in all. This important topic of Biblical Separation has been divided into six chapters: (1) Preliminary Considerations (2) Separation Regarding Things; (3) Separation Regarding Marriage; (4) Separation Regarding Unbelievers; (5) Separation Regarding Disorderly Believers; and (6) Summary And Conclusions. These chapters are followed by 9 pages of Scripture passages and index of subjects.

Sarah Peck, educator, writer, missionary, and secretary for Ellen G. White, wrote God's Great Plan as a textbook for eighth graders. The purpose of the book was to outline the plan of salvation and delve into the prophecies of Daniel and Revelation to show young people how they fit into the great controversy. The information in this book is timeless and will engage teenagers and adults who desire a strong biblical foundation and a clear study of the book of Revelation and Bible prophecy. Presented in an easy-to-read format, the book features illustrations and maps to make the words come alive. In addition, questions and suggested memory texts are included at the end of each chapter for those wishing to deepen their study.

Bedingt durch gesellschaftliche Umwalzungen in den alten Bundeslandern und die politische Wende in der ehemaligen DDR ruckte die Frage nach der Begrundung und Gestaltung des schulischen Religionsunterrichts seit den 1990er Jahren verstarkt ins Interesse der OEffentlichkeit. Dabei kamen immer deutlicher auch die von staatlicher Seite an den Schulen eingerichteten sogenannten Ersatzfacher in den Blick. Die Frage nach Verhaltnisbestimmung und Zusammenarbeit des staatlich verantworteten Philosophie- und Ethikunterrichts mit den unterschiedlichen Angeboten von Religionsunterricht macht die Entwicklung schulorganisatorischer und didaktischer Perspektiven noetig. Diese Studie leistet einen Beitrag fur die Gestaltung religioeser und wertbezogener Lernprozesse an der Schule.

Pilgrim is a major new teaching and discipleship resource from the Church of England. It will help enquirers and new Christians explore what it means to travel through life with Jesus Christ. A Christian course for the twenty-first century, Pilgrim offers an approach of participation, not persuasion. Enquirers are encouraged to practice the ancient disciplines of biblical reflection and prayer, exploring key texts that have helped people since the earliest days of the Christian faith. Believing that the Christian faith is primarily about relationship, Pilgrim aims to lay a foundation for a lifetime of learning more about God's love revealed in Jesus Christ and what it means to be his disciple. Assuming little or no knowledge of the Christian faith, Pilgrim can be used at any point on the journey of discipleship and by every tradition in the Church of England. Pilgrim is made up of two parts: Follow and Grow. Each consists of four short courses and a leaders' guide. Follow introduces the Christian faith for complete beginners, while Grow aims to develop a deeper level of discipleship in those who have turned to Christ. Each short course contains six-sessions, supported by online audio-visual resources. All sessions combine a simple framework prayer, reflection on the Bible in the lectio divina style, an article by a modern writer, and time for questions and reflection. The first book in the Follow Stage, Turning to Christ, explores the questions candidates are asked when they decide to become followers of Jesus.

Christianity Today Book Award-Marriage and Family Half of Christian high school students walk away from their faith after graduation. But parental involvement is the most influential predictor of a child's spirituality throughout their lives. How do we parent our kids in ways that lead to lasting faith? Sarah Cowan Johnson unpacks how parents can have an active discipleship role in forming their children's faith, with age-appropriate insights and strategies for different developmental stages. She shows how we can identify God moments, facilitate spiritual encounters, clarify emerging beliefs, and encourage new faith habits in our children. Filled with exercises and activities for families to do together, this handbook is an essential resource for discipling children with confidence and creativity.

Jesus is the greatest ministry leader of all time Now, if Jesus chose to invest in twelve leaders to further His Father's Kingdom, shouldn't we take the time to invest in our student leaders as well? This book is designed to build student leaders and multiply disciples. It is an all-inclusive book that will provide the youth leader with the necessary resources to mentor student leaders. The team will be trained to learn biblical foundations, memorize Gospel verses, work through practical leadership lessons, be motivated by proven leaders, and complete team building exercises. When the curriculum is completed, students will be challenged to hold on to this information and use it as a tool to mentor others. The idea behind this book is simple: disciple students with resources they get to keep so that they can turn around and disciple others. "I would definitely make Equip part of my basic tool kit in changing the lives of impressionable young men and young women." - Dr. Jay Strack, President and Founder of Student Leadership University

The Story of Heaven small group video Bible study is a three-week exploration into the hope and promise of Heaven, adapted from God s Story, Your Story and The Story Adult Curriculum. Pulled straight from the pages of the Bible, this study provides individuals and groups of all sizes the opportunity to learn, discuss, and apply biblical teaching about heaven to their everyday lives. These three video sessions will open your eyes to the glorious finale of God's masterfully-told story. Discover the heart of God's Story and the joy that comes as you align your story with God's. This Participant s Guide is designed for use with The Story of God DVD (sold separately) which can be utilized by individuals as well as groups of all sizes, including small groups and Sunday school and adult education classes. SESSIONS Session 1: Your Final Chapter Becomes a Preface (Lucado) Session 2: You Will Finally Graduate (Lucado) Session 3: The End of Time (Frazee) Max Lucado and Randy Frazee offer a hope-filled perspective of heaven, showing groups: The power of the words Christ has risen and the hope that they provide How Jesus promises this same type of resurrection to those who follow Him The promise of new bodies without sickness and without the struggles of the flesh A picture of what the kingdom of God will be like from the book of Revelation How we can participate in God s ultimate story How Jesus will return to earth and live with us in a new earth forever"

Part of the Loyalty series, Loyalty and Disloyalty deals firmly with the fine line that distinguishes between the two attitudes, and talks about the defining moments we should all be aware of in our own lives, and the lives of those around us. This book is a roadmap for both leaders and followers. As leaders, we need wisdom to guide our sensitivities. Picking up disloyalty early on in those around us can prevent disaster later. Taking action swiftly and firmly is vital. As followers, we need to be keenly aware when our own loyalty to our shepherds is being diverted within ourselves. Though a primary requirement of God for leaders, very little has been written on this subject. In this book, Dag Heward-Mills outlines very important principles, with the intention of increasing the stability of churches. So relevant and practical is the content of this book that it has become an indispensable tool for many church leaders. Dag Heward-Mills is the founder of Lighthouse Chapel International, which has become a worldwide denomination. He is the author of several best-selling books and his radio, TV and internet programs reach millions around the world. Other outreaches include conferences for pastors and ministers, and the renowned Anagkazo Bible Ministry & Training Centre. "...a life-changing book. I believe your life will be greatly enriched and renewed as you absorb and apply the truth it brings to light. Surely it is God's desire that you become a leader who has purpose, and is consistent in your personal life and ministry. You will not only perceive your need to be a great leader, but you will understand how to achieve it with victory and confidence." - John Delgado, President, Vision International University, Florida, USA.

What is your leadership style? Are you a servant leader? A transactional leader? A transformational leader? Do you know what those are? If you cannot answer those questions affirmatively, this book is for you. Whether it's a Chief Executive Officer of a Fortune 500 company, a manager in a local factory or office, a teacher in a classroom or raising a family, one essential skill required is effective leadership. What I've learned over my nearly 35 years as a leader, manager, business owner and educator, is if a person wants to maximize their effectiveness, they should identify two things. First, they must identify their leadership style or philosophy and secondly, they must decide if that style is effective for their current leadership situation. If it is, how do I further develop those skills? If it isn't, how do I identify the appropriate style needed? This guide will help you answer those questions and others. This guide will also give you ideas on how to apply the appropriate leadership style within your family. Raymont is a dynamic motivational teacher, speaker and leadership trainer with an extensive leadership, management and educational background. He spent over 35 years as a manager and leader in both the corporate arena and in the United States Air Force. As a small business owner he serves as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of RBJ Properties, Inc. He also serves as the President and CEO of a 501c3 Family Empowerment Ministries, Inc. (FEMI). This author and educator by profession, is skilled in leadership training for businesses and organizations. Raymont holds a Master's of Science degree in Organizational Leadership (MSOL) from Nyack College, Nyack NY; a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the University of Maryland University College (UMUC). He lives in Clinton Maryland with his wife Brenda, they have five children.

Jesus Christ favored Bruce Bullock by His grace alone with the principal oboist's chair in the Mozarteum Orchestra at the first revival of the Salzburg Festival in Austria after World War II in 1947 (against all odds). The Lord had also given him a gift for languages before Bruce finally received and acknowledged Him as Lord in 1954. He founded and directed a symphony orchestra and several series of chamber music concerts in New Mexico. After his marriage in 1963 he and his wife founded and directed the Performing Arts Opera company in Albuquerque NM and produced two seasons of opera. Upon the financial collapse of the opera company they moved to teach, write and perform first in Pennsylvania and later in New York City before ultimately returning to Minnesota. After the death of his wife he created a series of language teaching grammars based on the Gospel of John in Spanish, German, French, Italian and Russian to be expanded into many other languages.

A Different Kind of Christmas is a practical and inspirational study for the Advent season. Based on Mike Slaughter s popular book Christmas Is Not Your Birthday, this five-week study will empower your family and your church to reclaim the broader missional meaning of Jesus birth and experience a Christmas season with more peace and joy than any toy or gadget could ever bring. This comprehensive resource includes a 64-page Leader Guide containing everything needed to guide your group through the study. Inside you ll find five full session plans, discussion questions, and activities, as well as multiple format options and suggestions of ways to make the study a meaningful experience for any group. Sessions include: 1. Expect a Miracle 2. Giving Up on Perfect 3. Scandalous Love 4. Jesus Wish List 5. By a Different Road Help your church cast a vision for how Christians can experience the true joy of living and giving like Jesus beginning with the Christmas season and continuing as a lifestyle. Thisfive-week study helps participants see the traps and discontentment of consumerism and the call of God to live generously to fulfill God s mission in the world."

So, you've signed up for your theological studies; you've weathered the storm of those early weeks of language study; you've coped with your early forays into biblical exegesis; and you've been given a sketch of the history of the early church. There's been some spiritual highs and some frustrating lows. You can see perhaps just the beginnings of the benefits of the process of theological education creeping into your ministry - such precious minutes of it as you can grab, anyway. But sensing a deadline looming, you go to the relevant webpage on your seminary website and discover that a strange beast is lying in wait for you: the theology essay. How do you write a theology essay? The aim of this book is to tell you how. With humour and insight, Michael Jensen, who has taught theology for a number of years in the UK and Australia, explains not only what makes for a good theology essay but what makes for good theology. If you want to make the most of your theological education, then this book is for you. Michael Jensen (D. Phil, Oxon) teaches at Sydney's Moore Theological College and longs for his students to have a deep understanding of the knowledge of God. His previous books include Martyrdom and Identity: The Self on Trial (T&T Clark, 2010). He is married to Catherine and they have four children.

This manual will help anyone prepare for the sacrament of confirmation or prepare someone else for the sacrament. Part I is organized according to the plan of St. Thomas Aquinas. It contains * the full text of the basic prayers that any sacramental candidate should know. * a selection from the Baltimore Catechism on: The Trinity, The Incarnation and Redemption, The seven Sacraments, with emphasis on Confirmation, The Two Great Laws and the Ten Commandments Part II contains a summary of the Catechism of the Catholic Church's discussion of catechism, complete with article references to that catechism. It also has questions and answers from the Baltimore Catechism covering the elements of the rite, the role of sponsors, of parents and the duties of confirmands. Part III contains prayers specifically for Confirmation and the candidate, along with the complete text used in the Extraordinary Form of the rite of Confirmation. It also contains a section for note-taking at the back of the book. This is the most complete and concise confirmation guide available today.

The unassuming title "Home for Good" and the original motivation Mother Loyola had in writing this book-that is, to help young ladies who were finishing boarding school to make the right choices in life-both utterly belie the groundbreaking significance of its content. While Mother Loyola's King of the Golden City is charming and entertaining; while her catechesis books are both informative and inspiring; and while her devotional works are unparalleled in their ability to reach the hearts of their readers, Home for Good is a rock on which an unshakable faith can be built amidst the storms and calms of everyday life.
Having spent most of her adult life in educating young ladies, Mother Loyola was intimately familiar with the character of youth as well as the challenges young people face when confronted with the temptations of worldliness. Though this book was written with her young charges in mind, it is no less relevant to young men, who endure the same enticements-and in our own culture, perhaps even greater ones. It is a clarion call to young Catholics to hold fast to their faith and morals in a world that seeks to destroy that faith at every opportunity. Readers of all ages, both male and female, have equally to gain by reading from this book regularly.

Arthur W. Pink Collection Vol 2 includes three Arthur Pink classics; Comfort for Christians, The Beatitudes, and Regeneration or The New Birth. "The work unto which the servant of Christ is called is many-sided. Not only is he to preach the Gospel to the unsaved, to feed God's people with knowledge and understanding (Jer. 3:15), and to take up the stumbling stone out of their way (Isa. 57:14), but he is also charged to "cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and show My people their transgression" (Isa. 58:1 and cf. 1 Tim. 4:2). While another important part of his commission is stated in, "Comfort ye, My people, said your God" (Isa. 40:1). "What an honorable title, "My people " What an assuring relationship: "your God " What a pleasant task: "comfort ye My people " A threefold reason may be suggested for the duplicating of the charge. First, because sometimes the souls of believers refuse to be comforted (Ps. 77:2), and the consolation needs to be repeated. Second, to press this duty the more emphatically upon the preacher's heart, that he need not be sparing in administering cheer. Third, to assure us how heartily desirous God himself is that His people should be of good cheer (Phil. 4:4)." "Opinion has been much divided concerning the design, scope, and application of the Sermon on the Mount. Most commentators have seen in it an exposition of Christian ethics. Men such as the late Count Tolstoi have regarded it as the setting forth of a "golden rule" for all men to live by. Others have dwelt upon its dispensational bearings, insisting that it belongs not to the saints of the present dispensation but to believers within a future millennium. Two inspired statements, however, reveal its true scope. In Matthew 5:1, 2, we learn that Christ was here teaching His disciples. From Matthew 7:28, 29, it is clear that He was also addressing a great multitude of the people. Thus it is evident that this address of our Lord contains instruction both for believers and unbelievers alike." Two chief obstacles lie in the way of the salvation of any of Adam's fallen descendants: bondage to the guilt and penalty of sin, bondage to the power and presence of sin; or, in other words, their being bound for Hell and their being unfit for Heaven. These obstacles are, so far as man is concerned, entirely insurmountable. This fact was unequivocally established by Christ, when, in answer to His disciples' question, "Who then can be saved?," He answered, "with men this is impossible." A lost sinner might more easily create a world than save his own soul. But (forever be His name praised), the Lord Jesus went on to say, "with God all things are possible" (Matt. 19:25, 26). Arthur Walkington Pink was an English Christian evangelist and Biblical scholar. Born to Christian parents, prior to conversion he migrated into a Theosophical society and quickly rose in prominence. His conversion came from his father's patient admonitions from Scripture. It was Proverbs 14:12, 'there is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death, ' which particularly struck his heart and compelled him to renounce Theosophy and follow Jesus.