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Books > Christianity > Christian Worship
Jesus gave his followers seven key practices: The Lord's Supper
Reconciliation Proclaiming the gospel Being with the "least of
these" Being with children Fivefold ministry gifting Kingdom prayer
When we practice these disciplines, God becomes faithfully present
to us, and we in turn become God's faithful presence to the world.
Pastor and professor David Fitch shows how these seven practices
can revolutionize the church's presence in our neighborhoods,
transform our way of life in the world, and advance the kingdom.
Our communities can be changed when they see us practicing our
faith. Go and do.
Do you sometimes wonder what to pray about? Do you long for a richer,
deeper prayer life? In this pocket-sized devotional, Angus Buchan will
be your prayer partner as you speak with Jesus through 365 short,
powerful and faith-filled prayers. A key Scripture verse accompanies
each prayer to inspire a deeper prayer life based on God’s Word while a
pithy quote gives you something to ponder. Also included are short yet
powerful prompts, encouraging you to live out each day’s reading.
Whatever you need – whether patience, peace, joy or God’s loving grace
– Pocket Prayers for Every Day will guide you as you open up your heart
to God, developing a deeper, more intimate relationship with Him. Be
inspired to walk closer to your Savior as you talk to Him and
experience His comfort, love and grace.
Christian joy is the constant awareness of the loving presence
of Jesus, the Son of God, in our hearts. Advent is a time when we
open our minds and hearts to search for the light of love,
compassion, and peace in the Word of God. It is a time set aside
for more intentional reading of the Word of God-reading that leads
to personal reflection, prayer, contemplation, and humble service
to others. Advent challenges us to remove the barriers of
arrogance, sadness, selfishness, and greed that hinder us from
welcoming Christ with joy and living in communion with him and our
brothers and sisters.
--From the introduction
The true meaning of Advent and Christmas finds its voice in
Joyful Meditations for Every Day of Advent and the 12 Days of
Christmas. From the First Sunday of Advent through Christmas and
Epiphany for each liturgical year (A, B, and C), this book will
help prepare for and deepen our experience this holy season.
Opening each daily reflection is a Scripture quote from the
day's readings. The reflection then reaches out to us in our busy
lives to consider what God's Word has to offer us during the
holidays. Next, a thought to ponder brings home the message for
you-to really apply the reading and reflection to your life. Now
say a Prayer, an offering and petition to the Lord in our
anticipation of his arrival; finally a practice, a chance to change
your daily routine in simple ways to bring God's love to your life
this joyous season.
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