Will their faith prove to be stronger than their fear? Sensible and independent, Cassie Barton never anticipated being on her own at thirty-two. But after the death of her father and the marriage of her sister, she's found joy in her work as a seamstress. When a minor accident leaves her unable to sew, she decides to use her time to compile a book of stories about the men working on the Santa Fe Railroad. But worry begins to grow in San Marcial as Mexican revolutionaries set out to destroy the railroad--and put many lives in danger. With Europe at war and his longtime friend Cassie injured, railroad worker Brandon DuBarko is burdened by his troubles. He promised Cassie's father he would watch over her, but as their comfortable friendship slowly transforms into something deeper, he feels trapped by a secret from his youth. When a vengeful man reappears in Brandon's life, intent on causing conflict, Brandon must face his past before he can move forward. As the danger intensifies, Cassie and Brandon must rely on God to overcome the obstacles that stand in the way of a brighter future. "The poignant rendering of transformation through faith will resonate with inspirational readers."--Publishers Weekly on Beyond the Desert Sands

Exodus tells how God brought Israel up out of slavery and allowed them to become His servants. And through miraculous deliverance and covenant law, the Redeemer is revealed.This 18 sessions of this Bible study on the book of Exodus examine many valuable insights for us today, including God's methods for dealing with rebellion, His shaping of Moses into a servant leader, governing principles for the just treatment of others, and guidelines for pure and wholehearted worship. If using in a group, personal study is needed between meetings. Includes study aids and discussion questions.

Kinders vra soms uitdagende vrae, soos: Wie het vir God geskep? Waar is die hemel? Hoekom laat God toe dat virusse oorneem? Kan God enigiets doen? Kan Hy dinosourusse weer laat lewe? As God alles weet, hoekom moet ek bid?

Dit is soms moeilik om te antwoord op eerlike soos dié. Bybelvrae en antwoorde vir kinders is ’n handige hulpmiddel vir saamlees of selflees. Dave Strehler, ’n gerespekteerde skrywer met jare lange ervaring in kinderbediening, gee toepaslike Bybelgebaseerde antwoorde op meer as 80 vrae wat kinders vra oor God, geloof en die Bybel.

Elke vraag bevat genoegsame Skrifverwysings, ʼn kort bespreking asook ʼn interessante veelkeuse-vraag wat kinders self kan antwoord. Twee woordraaisels is ingesluit wat kinders uitdaag om al die name van die boeke in die Ou en Nuwe Testament op te spoor. Daar is ook ’n afdeling met kort opsommings van elke boek van die Bybel, met sleutelverse uit die boek wat gememoriseer kan word.

This is an introduction to African Christian ethics for Christian colleges and Bible schools. The book is divided into two parts. The first part deals with the theory of ethics, while the second discusses practical issues. The issues are grouped into the following six sections: Socio-Political Issues, Financial Issues, Marriage Issues, Sexual Issues, Medical Issues, and Religious Issues. Each section begins with a brief general introduction, followed by the chapters dealing with specific issues in that area. Each chapter begins with an introduction, discusses traditional African thinking on the issue, presents an analysis of relevant biblical material, and concludes with some recommendations. There are questions at the end of each chapter for discussion or personal reflection, often asking students to reflect on how the discussion in the chapter applies to their ministry situation.

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

Die Bybel in Praktyk is ’n unieke Studiebybel in Afrikaans wat die Bybelleser sal help om sy kennis van en insig in die Woord van God te verbreed én te verdiep. Hierdie Bybel met die volledige teks van die Bybel in Afrikaans 1983/1992 bevat verklaringsnotas en aantekeninge wat help om ’n Skrifgedeelte binne sy konteks te verstaan. Verder verskaf dit belangrike agtergrond en historiese inligting, dit verduidelik moeilike woorde en frases, en dit sluit ook kruisverwysings, karaktersketse, kaarte, rubrieke en diagramme in, wat telkens op dieselfde bladsy voorkom as die gedeelte waarop dit betrekking het.

Die mees uitstaande kenmerk van Die Bybel in Praktyk is veral sy praktykgerigtheid: dit dra nie bloot feitelike Bybelkennis oor nie, maar wys die Bybelleser hoe dit wat in die Bybel geskryf staan, praktyk in sy lewe van elke dag kan word.

Die Bybel in Praktyk is ’n wetenskaplik verantwoorde werk, saamgestel deur ’n paneel bekende teoloë volgens die jongste Bybeluitlegmetodes. Dit wil gelowiges help om die Bybel beter te begryp, maar óók sy daaglikse lewe daarvolgens te rig.

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This text opens with a critical review of developments in Protestant and Catholic theology since the Reformation which have led to the steady neglect of aesthetics in Christian theology. Then, von Balthasar turns to the central theme of the volume, the question of theological knowledge. He re-examines the nature of Christian believing, drawing widely on such theological figures as Anselm, Pascal and Newman.

Stepparenting Is Hard...but It Can Also Be Richly Rewarding Stepparenting can sometimes feel like an overwhelming and thankless challenge. Loving and caring for children who aren't biologically yours means having to earn trust, establish authority, and often put your own needs aside in favor of your stepchild's well-being or a birth parent's wishes. But here's the good news: With some expert guidance and God's help, you can have tremendous influence in your stepchild's life and grow in your faith along the way. Seasoned stepmom Laurie Polich Short understands and empathizes with the difficult job you face. Drawing on extensive research, biblical teaching, and her own real-life experience (including an insightful chapter cowritten with her stepson, Jordan), Laurie provides practical and spiritual advice to help you fully embrace and succeed in your role as stepparent. Whether you are about to become a stepparent or are further along on your journey, this compassionate and insightful resource offers the hope, help, and encouragement you've been looking for.

Dit is harde werk om ’n ondersteunende huweliksmaat te wees en jou huwelik sterk en bevredigend te hou. Dit kan soms voel asof jy en jou huweliksmaat besig is om uitmekaar te dryf omdat julle lewens so vol en besig is. Kragtige gebede om jou huwelik te verryk Gebedeboek is ideaal om kwaliteit-tyd in gebed saam met jou huweliksmaat deur te bring.

Deur 60 Skrifgebaseerde gebede help topverkoper-outeur Stormie Omartian jou om:

• God se hulp te vra in 14 kern-areas wat probleme in ’n huwelik kan veroorsaak, soos kommunikasie, vergifnis, kinders grootmaak en finansies.
• te ontdek hoe om jou huweliksmaat beter te leer ken, lief te hê en met hom of haar te kommunikeer.
• vrede te vind waar daar voorheen spanning was, beide in jou hart én in jou huwelik.

Elke gebed word afgerond deur ’n kernvers wat jou sal leer om jou huwelik aan jou Vader oor te gee, wetend dat Hy by met jou sal wees, wat ook al oor jou pad kom.

Control Your Tongue, Transform Your Relationships

Certified behavioral consultant Deborah Smith Pegues knows how easily a slip of the tongue can cause problems in personal and business relationships. In 30 Days to Taming Your Tongue: What You Say (and Don't Say) Will Improve Your Relationships, you will learn how to transform those destructive slips into intentional, constructive, and uplifting speech that is honoring to God and others.

With humor and a bit of refreshing sass, Deborah devotes chapters to learning how to overcome the

• Retaliating Tongue
• Complaining Tongue
• Belittling Tongue
• Hasty Tongue
• Gossiping Tongue

Short stories, soul-searching questions, and scripturally based affirmations combine to make each chapter engaging to read and easy to apply at work, at home, and beyond. With professional insights and biblical wisdom, Deborah helps you take control of the power of your tongue—and transform your life and relationships!

Millions of people around the world have reported a near-death experience. Do they prove the existence of a loving God?

Never in history, until now, have we been able to hear from so many people around the world who have been brought back from clinical death. Modern medical resuscitation and digital communication have revealed a goldmine of intriguing near-death experiences (NDEs) that show us the character of God. John Burke has spent the last three decades studying the commonalities of more than 1000 NDEs. His investigative journey started as a skeptical agnostic, when his own father was dying from cancer. When he first read these eyewitness accounts, he couldn’t help asking himself: “Could this be real evidence--even possible proof of God’s existence?”

In this book, you will discover:

• Analysis of 1000+ near-death experiences and how they reveal the wondrous attributes of God and correlate with the Bible
• Follow up research to Burke’s exploration of the afterlife, Imagine Heaven, a New York Times best-seller of over 1 million copies
• True stories from nearly 70 people from every continent who have died, been resuscitated, and now testify to having been more alive than ever in the presence of a loving God they never wanted to leave
• People of all ethnicities and backgrounds―including doctors, engineers, and CEO―experience the same God

John Burke unveils the love story and characteristics of this God of all nations, revealed throughout history and in Scripture, now illustrated by these thrilling encounters. You will realize God’s love, power, compassion, friendship, and guidance are closer than you could ever imagine. And for such a time as this, people need to know a loving God is within their reach.