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How do we learn life lessons from a grumpy penny-pincher so
unpleasant that dogs run from him on sight? Does Scripture suggest
we all have a touch of Scrooge in us? Can we all benefit from
reexamining who we've become in our own life stories? Bestselling
author Bob Welch invites us to discover these questions and more in
52 Little Lessons from A Christmas Carol. Join Welch as he takes
you deeper into the nuances of this timeless story by Charles
Dickens. From the stinginess of Scrooge to the innocence of Tiny
Tim, the biblically based devotions in 52 Little Lessons from A
Christmas Carol will inspire you to live for what really
matters--not only at Christmas, but all year long. 52 Little
Lessons from A Christmas Carol will help you get to know this
holiday classic--and yourself--better. This devotional, much like
the original novel, is tinted with a fair share of how-not-to-live
lessons as well as how-to-live lessons, helping us see that we can
learn from both, just like we do in scripture. As you enjoy A
Christmas Carol in this brand new light, you'll learn that: Death
is a comma, not a period It's never too late to change Generosity
changes your perspective Life is best lived imaginatively With help
from others, we can all become the best versions of ourselves In 52
Little Lessons from A Christmas Carol, discover why A Christmas
Carol is more than just a holiday tradition--it's an exploration of
charity, grief, and making the most of the lives that we're given.
Just before Jesus ascended into heaven, he gathered his followers
around him and said, "You will receive power when the Holy Spirit
comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all
Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth" (Acts 1:8). In
this way, Jesus entrusted the "flame" of the gospel to these men
and women and commissioned them to carry it to the world. He
promised they would receive supernatural power to help them
accomplish this task. The book of Acts records that these followers
of Christ took up the challenge and set the world ablaze with the
fire of the gospel. But this begs the question . . . who were these
people? In reality, most were ordinary men and women just like you
and me. They had not received hands-on training with Jesus like the
twelve disciples had received. They had not been specially trained
in ministry or teaching or serving. They were simply men and women
who made themselves available to God and followed the direction of
the Holy Spirit as he prompted them to act-and forever changed the
world. In Carry the Flame, bestselling author and pastor Jim
Cymbala reveals that God is still seeking ordinary men and
women-not just pastors or ministry leaders-who will make themselves
available to him, follow the leading of the Holy Spirit, and
accomplish extraordinary things in this world. He draws on examples
of ordinary people in Acts such as Ananias, Philip, and the 120 who
waited in the Upper Room-as well as modern-day testimonies-to show
how God can use anyone and everyone who simply submits to him and
obeys his leading. As you go through this study, you will be
challenged and encouraged to likewise take that first step of faith
for God . . . and see where it leads. This study guide has
everything you need for a full Bible study experience, including:
The study guide itself-with discussion and reflection questions,
video notes, and a leader's guide. An individual access code to
stream all video sessions online (you don't need to buy a DVD!).
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expiration after 12/31/2028. Code may be redeemed only by the
recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold
separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void
where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer
details inside.
Are you prepared for spiritual warfare? In his practical and
straightforward style, Eddie Smith cuts throught the confusion and
clutter often associated with the issue, showing what part you may
have to play in the age-old conflict.
Improve your mental health by discovering God's promise of comfort
for the most common sources of daily anxiety, including loneliness,
anger, fear, relationships, and finances. God never meant for us to
feel so alone in facing our emotions. Though they often steal our
peace and cause us restless nights, too often we just try to press
through. In forty days of readings from the world's most popular
Christian meditation app, Abide, you can journey through their most
popular content on attaining the timeless peace found throughout
Scripture, and renew your heart with God's abiding love. Through
simply practicing slowing down to reflect on God's Word and release
one care each day, you'll find rest for your soul and a deeper
appreciation of Jesus's parting gift to his followers: peace of
mind and heart (John 14:27) in even the most trying circumstances
of life. Begin a new daily habit of self-care and experience a
renewed outlook through: Reflections on biblical passages Engaging
journal prompts Explorations of common sources of anxiety And
suggested prayers You don't have to shoulder the burden of life's
worries alone. Cast your cares on God one day at a time and
discover the reassurance available to all believers at any time.
With a focus on Jesus Christ, Anne Graham Lotz brings clarity
and understanding to the book of Revelation.
Lotz explains God's faithfulness regardless of circumstance. All
who feel depressed, deluded or discouraged can find hope in all of
life's difficult situations: When life seems too small and problems
seem too great; when personal insignificance outweighs God's
significance; when overwhelmed by the ungodly majority; or when
facing death or choosing life.
Sharing her passion for God's word, Anne Graham Lotz leads the
reader step by step through the apostle John's glorious, eyewitness
account of God's plan for our future.
The Rule of St. Benedict (the rule) arose in an era when a great
civilization was threatened by violence, economic forces that
favored the wealthy, political leaders that lacked the trust of the
public, and rampant xenophobia. The events that occurred in
sixth-century Rome were much those like on the nightly news.
Benedict was not a priest or religious official. He was just a
young man disillusioned by a corrupt society that lacked
compassion. He had a vision of a society in which human values
reigned supreme; a vision of compassion, harmony, and hope. This is
a book about living-not just surviving. It is a book about how to
live a balanced, meaningful, and conscious life rooted in the
ancient and time-tested wisdom of the rule. Valente's book reflects
her training as a journalist. The narrative is engaging,
conversational, and filled with anecdotes. It reflects the
sensibility of someone who has struggled with balancing work and
family with finding true meaning and happiness that is not
dependent on externals. In 21 chapters, she explores the key
elements of the rule and clearly demonstrates how incorporating
this ancient wisdom can change the quality and texture of our
lives. Included here are discussions of humility, waking up,
silence, simplicity, trust, prayer, forgiveness, building
consensus, listening, and living with awe. These fresh and profound
explorations are inspiring, thoughtful, and motivational. This book
is aimed at beginner and mature spiritual seekers alike. It should
also appeal to non-traditionally spiritual people-the so-called
"nones" (people who list "none of the above" as their formal
religion), who are seeking a saner way to live in an increasingly
violent, divided, and confusing world.
Could sharing your faith be the secret to developing your spiritual
maturity? For many followers of Jesus, discipleship means doing
certain things to deepen our connection with Jesus Christ. But our
spiritual growth checklists are often disconnected from the mission
of reaching a lost world with the gospel message. Taking a holistic
approach that unites evangelism and discipleship, Kevin and Sherry
Harney demonstrate how God's plan for our spiritual growth is
intimately connected to his mission to the world. In Organic
Disciples, the couple lead ordinary followers of Jesus through
seven markers of spiritual maturity, showing how simple shifts in
our Bible reading, prayer, community life, giving, service, and
other biblical practices can connect us with God's work of reaching
people with his love. You'll learn: Why true spiritual maturity
will always lead believers outward to engage the world with the
good news and truth of Jesus. How to overcome the common roadblocks
and false narratives that stand in the way of spiritual maturity.
How to design a personal pathway of growth to be more like Jesus in
character and mission. Along with the Organic Disciples book,
churches and individuals can utilize a free, self-directed online
tool at OrganicOutreach.com to help each person identify where they
are in their growth journey. Also look for eight-session small
group curriculum-Organic Disciples Study Guide (9780310139089)-to
take congregations and Christians deeper on this journey.
When you honor others, you honor God.
Trying harder doesn't always improve relationships or bring promotion. But choosing to live with honor will strengthen relationships, bring elevation, build bridges, and deepen our worship of and intimacy with God.
The blessing of honor is seen throughout Scripture, as those who remained honorable flourished, and those who did not suffered from tragedies, wars, and hardships. This book explains that when we honor family members, authority figures, the overlooked, colleagues, subordinates, and the like simply because they are God's creation, we honor God. And honoring God is an act of worship that leads to a deeper intimacy with Him. While some self-improvement and leadership books address the importance of respect, few explain the life-changing power of honor. Through biblical examples and personal stories, this book will help readers grow closer in their relationship with Jesus and truly appreciate the people around them as they learn to create a culture of honor in their lives, families, and ministries.
A compilation of material from several writers with a strong
emphasis on liturgies and resources for healing services. Includes
a section on how to introduce healing services to those who may not
be familiar with them and suggestions for starting group
discussions about healing. The book is completed by a section of
worship resources: prayers, responses, litanies, poems, meditations
and blessings.
We're told that freedom and opportunity are our ticket to the good
life. Get out there and follow your dreams! Be the hero of your own
story! Find your happiness! Live your best life! It seems that
limitless possibilities await anyone with vision and willingness to
hustle their way through life. The thing is, instead of resulting
in a sense of accomplishment, this limitlessness merely has us
doing more and trying harder-leaving us depleted and dissatisfied.
With life and faith. Ashley Hales invites us to a better way: a
more spacious life. Contrary to what we've believed, the spacious
life is not found in unfettered options or accomplished by our
hustle and hurry. The life we crave is found within the confines of
God's loving limits. Ashley helps us recognize that when we live
within these boundaries, we discover a life filled with purpose,
joy, and rest. This is the spacious life-finding true freedom
within the good limits given to us by our good God.
'Read this book, and then rethink everything else.' Danielle
Strickland 'A feast of insight and reflection on what just
leadership should look like.' The Rt Reverend Dr Jonathan Gibbs
'This book will change the way you lead.' The Rt Reverend Dr Emma
Ineson, Bishop of Penrith 'A book that should be on the shelves of
every leader today.' The Reverend Will van der Hart From #MeToo
scandals to revelations of spiritual abuse atrocities in the
Church, we've watched too many leaders let us down. What went wrong
for these leaders? And more importantly, how can we get it right?
Just Leadership offers advice and guidance to empower leaders
everywhere to make a difference and answer the call for a fairer,
more transparent, more equal society. Drawing on their combined
decades of experience in leadership and safeguarding, Justin
Humphreys and Simon Barrington explore what it means for a leader
to be just, and provide practical ways improve your leadership
skills and create a just and open environment. Across the world,
there is a heart cry for justice - but often the fight is too
focused on the wider cause, bypassing conversations about
individual leaders across our churches, organisations, charities
and communities. Just Leadership is for every leader - whether you
are in Church or other Christian leadership, business or
professional leadership or even a leader within your local
community - who wants to build their skills and start leading the
way to a better future.
Take time to listen to the whispering voice of God!
Exquisitely and thoughtfully designed, we've taken the top 100 life topics and provided a brief devotional with Scripture to address each life need. For each day, there is a featured Scripture, devotion, prayer, and space for doodling, journaling, writing notes, or any other forms of creative expression. This deluxe gift book is extremely practical bringing God's promises to your life today!
A short, full-colour gift book that explores and unpacks the
meaning of baptism
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