With 16.3 million members and 44,000 churches, the Southern Baptist Convention is the largest Baptist group in the world, and the largest Protestant denomination in the United States. Unlike the so-called mainstream Protestant denominations, Southern Baptists have remained stubbornly conservative, refusing to adapt their beliefs and practices to modernity's individualist and populist values. Instead, they have held fast to traditional orthodoxy in such fundamental areas as biblical inspiration, creation, conversion, and miracles. Gregory Wills argues that Southern Baptist Theological Seminary has played a fundamental role in the persistence of conservatism, not entirely intentionally. Tracing the history of the seminary from the beginning to the present, Wills shows how its foundational commitment to preserving orthodoxy was implanted in denominational memory in ways that strengthened the denomination's conservatism and limited the seminary's ability to stray from it. In a set of circumstances in which the seminary played a central part, Southern Baptists' populist values bolstered traditional orthodoxy rather than diminishing it. In the end, says Wills, their populism privileged orthodoxy over individualism. The story of Southern Seminary is fundamental to understanding Southern Baptist controversy and identity. Wills's study sheds important new light on the denomination that has played - and continues to play - such a central role in our national history.

Pastor of Angelus Temple and the Dream Center, founder Matthew Barnett leads participants on a six-week learning experience to understand how simple it is to make a lasting impact on their world. It is not as daunting as we might think. World-changers start with a heart open to the leading of the Holy Spirit and a willingness to do as he asks. Ideal for small groups, Bible studies, and church classes, this kit includes a copy of the book One Small Step, a DVD with an in-depth video for each session, and a participant's guide to help members hear the Holy Spirit's voice and obey his nudges. Also included are small step activities to participate in, throughout the study and beyond. Boldly embrace the life-changing adventure of becoming the hands and feet of Jesus to the people right outside your front door. You will soon discover that "random acts of kindness" are not so random after all.

Start each day on a positive and inspiring note with 366 refreshing devotions especially for women. When the Day Breaks will help you deepen your relationship with God and encourage you to be a shining light, reflecting His image to others throughout the day. As you make time to meet with God in the early morning, let the sunrise remind you of what Jesus did when He rose as the Sun of Righteousness in our midst. This hardcover devotional is beautifully designed, and a ribbon marker allows you to mark your progress through the book.

In Successful Women Think Differently, Valorie Burton helps women create new thought processes that empower them to succeed in their relationships, finances, work, health, and spiritual life. In this powerful and practical guide, women will gain insight into who they really are and receive the tools, knowledge, and understanding to succeed.

You Are Capable of Far More Than You Know

The most successful women make decisions differently, set goals differently, and bounce back from adversity differently. The difference is not so much about the steps they take, but how they think in the face of obstacles and opportunities on the path to success. The truth is, scientific studies are proving what the ancient wisdom of Scripture has shown all along: You are what you think.

Award-winning author and life coach Valorie Burton teaches research-based, spiritually grounded habits that help you:

• Identify and enhance your thinking style and mindset
• Unlock the resilience-boosting power of positive emotion
• Replace overwhelm and regret with clarity and contentment
• Become more decisive and confident
• Bounce back from setbacks faster and stronger than ever

With over 100 self-coaching questions, this book helps you lay the foundation for authentic success – a life of true purpose, resilience and joy.

Jou program is oorvol. Jy het skaars energie vir jou werk. Hoe kan jy nog elke dag vir Christus leef en sy teenwoordigheid in jou lewe ervaar?

Om in hierdie chaotiese tyd vas te hou aan jou geloof, verg die regte ingesteldheid en fokus. Die wêreld gaan jou beslis nie hiermee help nie – inteendeel.

In Gereed vir vandag wys Stephan Joubert jou in 365 dagstukke hoe ’n paar eenvoudige besluite jou denke kan teruglei na die eenvoudige Bybelse opdragte van vertroue, dankbaarheid, liefhê en respek. Deur hierdie en ander beginsels in jou dag-tot-dag-lewe toe te pas, word jou las ligter, die waarheid duideliker en ’n lewe van diens haalbaar.

Jy sal vryer kan asemhaal en elke dag aandurf met die krag en moed wat slegs van God af kom.

Is daar kommer in jou hart, of onbeantwoorde vrae? Neem dit na God toe in gebed!

Angus Buchan is jou gebedsvennoot met die 365 kort, kragtige en Skrifgebaseerde gebede. Elke gebed word afgerond met ’n sleutelvers en aanhaling, asook ’n praktiese wenk om geloofsgroei in jou lewe aan te moedig. Wat jy ook al nodig het – of dit geduld, vrede, vreugde of genade is – Sakpas-gebede vir elke dag sal jou lei om jou hart oop te maak teenoor jou Skepper en só jou verhouding met Hom te verinnig.

Vind nuwe krag en inspirasie wanneer jy met jou Skepper praat en sy troos, liefde en genade ervaar.

This small booklet tries to set out some of the basic teaching of the Bible about itself. If the Bible is the source book of our Christian Faith then we must have confidence in it. Our spirituality depends upon it. I define Spirituality as simply our relationship with God. In the Bible we understand what God is like. How we can have a relationship with Him. How we can converse with Him in prayer. How we can lead lives that are pleasing to Him. Many today, even within the Church, have lost confidence in God. They are not sure if they can trust His Word, rely on His promises, or whether it is possible to have a personal relationship with Him.

Help in a Hurry, Simple Tips for Finding Peace When You're Overwhelmed, Anxious, or Stressed

Even though it's uncomfortable and sometimes even distressing to us, it's perfectly normal to feel lost, anxious, or overwhelmed at times. It's okay to be a bit of a mess! But none of us wants to stay that way for long.

With actionable, evidence-based strategies to handle our most common challenges in life, this practical guide from bestselling author and clinical neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Leaf offers the tools you need to prevent a descent into chaos and instead find peace and strength amidst the turmoil of daily life.

Designed so you can quickly access the simple strategies you need in the moment, this book helps you regain control when:

• You don't understand your intense emotions
• You're under tremendous pressure
• You feel tired, angry, or full of regret
• You're dealing with intrusive thoughts
• Your past is haunting you
• Your inner critic won't let up
• You feel like you abandon yourself to please others

If you have felt stuck in crisis mode, the strategies found in Help in a Hurry will help you cope in the moment, manage a chaotic mind, and start living each day with intention and inner peace.

Shomer Yisra'el: Die tweede Libanese oorlog breek uit en Marc word opgeroep. Hul persoonlike krisis verdiep wanneer hulle besef dat Rivkah weer swanger is.

Tiferet Yisra'el: Elke keer wanneer Marc vrees ervaar raak hy bewus van die teenwoordigheid van die Heilige by hom. Hy worstel met sy eie bitterheid wanneer sy ma ’n slagoffer van Suid-Afrika se misdaadprobleem word.

No question, we have a lot to worry about. Children, jobs, homes, health, finances, and more. The solution isn't to rid ourselves of the sources of anxiety--as if we could. Instead, we need to recognize that anxiety originates from a spiritual influence and that we can fight back using the God-given weapons of power, love, and a sound mind. Sharing her own story of emerging from the battle with anxiety, as well as the stories of others, Dr. Michelle Bengtson reminds you of your identity as a follower of Christ and of the peace he promises you in spite of everything. She provides tools to cope with the crushing emotional burden of anxiety now and, more importantly, shows you how to reclaim God's peace as a way of life so that you can break anxiety's grip.

Die dood van ’n geliefde bring intense hartseer mee. Dr. Henk Gous deel in Wanneer ’n geliefde sterf uit sy jare lange ervaring as berader asook sy persoonlike ervaring met die verlies van sy dogter. Hy is daarom ideaal toegerus om jou met wysheid en empatie op hierdie moeilike pad van rousmart te begelei. Elkeen van die 40 dagstukkies het plek om jou eie emosies, vrae aan God, ondraaglike pyn, selfs woede, en enige ander gedagtes neer te skryf. So sal hierdie boekie ’n joernaal wees van jou uniek persoonlike reis na aanvaarding, vertroosting, vrede en vreugde.

Ervaar God se troos en liefde sodat jy uiteindelik weer met vreugde kan leef totdat jy jou geliefdes eendag weer sien.

New Living Translation® Compact Edition is small enough to fit in any bag, purse, or coat pocket.

With the complete New Living Translation® text in a double-column format, New Living Translation® Compact Edition provides readers with valuable reference material right at their fingertips. The New Living Translation® is easy to read and understand, making it appealing to a wide variety of readers.

Features include reference sections for great stories, chapters, and verses of the Bible.

• 6.75-point type size

You Are Accepted, Secure, and Significant Nothing is more foundational to your freedom in Christ than understanding your identity as a child of the King. Neil Anderson, bestselling author of The Bondage Breaker (over 2 million copies sold), will help you live empowered by God's grace as you relinquish the lies you believe about yourself. You will claim the Bible's promises for and about you as one who belongs to God replace spiritual strongholds with confidence in Jesus's restorative promises live assured that you are dearly loved, irrevocably accepted, and masterfully made Your Identity in Christ will lead you to reject the enemy's foothold in your mind and reclaim yourself as the person God made you to be. Walk in freedom and peace as you embrace the inspiring biblical truth about who you are as a follower of Jesus.

Angs neem baie vorme aan, dis dalk die vrees wat oor jou skouer loer, die paniek wat alewig aan jou sy blyk te wees of die wolk van bekommernis wat oor jou lewe hang. Vir baie mense is dit ’n reus wat hulle wysmaak dat hulle nooit, ooit weer ’n normale lewe gaan kan lei nie; ’n reus wat jou vasvang in ’n greep van duisternis en wanhoop.

Jy kán egter losbreek en sonder angs lewe.

Uit sy eerstehandse ervaring van die stryd teen angs, deel Pastoor Louie Giglio beide praktiese en geestelike wenke om vry te kom. Aan die hand van ’n boodskap van bemoediging en hoop verduidelik hy die paradoks dat angs dalk dood is, maar steeds dodelik is – met ander woorde, angs is steeds oorweldigend, maar daar is egter Iemand wat reeds die oorhand oor angs gekry het.

Hierdie nuttige hulpbron wys jou hoe om ‘n kruisie te trek deur jou angs met die sterkste wapen tot ons beskikking: Jesus se kruis. Elke dag se oordenking sal jou help om een voet voor die ander te sit en grond te wen in die stryd sowel as om bose vestings af te breek omdat Jesus reeds namens jou die oorwinning behaal het.

Now available on CD, fifteen powerful a cappella songs from the South African church, including the acclaimed 'We Are Marching in the Light of God' (Siyahamba). Recorded in 1984. Songs collected and edited by Anders Nyberg. Freedom is comingAsikhatali (It Doesn't Matter)Gabi (Praise the Father)IpharadisiSingabahambayo (On Earth an Army is Marching)Siph'amandla (O God, Give Us Power)Akanamandla (He Has No Power)Bamthatha (He's Locked Up)Vula, Botha (Open, Botha)Shumayela (Come, Let Us Preach)Nkosi, Nkosi (Lord, Have Mercy)Siyahamba (We Are Marching)Haleluya! Pelo Tsa Rona (Haleluya! We Sing Your Praises)Thuma Mina (Send Me Jesus)We shall not give up the fight

The English Standard Version is an "essentially literal" translation of the Bible in contemporary English. It is ideally suited for personal reading, for public worship, for in-depth study, and for Scripture memorization. ESV Compact Bible combines classic portability and improved read ability. This Bible will be a favorite of anyone who likes to take God's Word wherever they go: from daily commuters to faithful students, world travelers to busy moms.