Subjects which a few years ago were regarded as the exclusive property of cultured thinkers, are now common themes of thought and conversation. Psychology has been popularized. Materialistic doctrines are at a discount even in this age of physical science. It is difficult to explain the somewhat sudden appearance of intense interest in questions which have to do with the life of the spirit; but, whatever the theory of its genesis, there is no doubt of its presence. This, therefore, is a favorable time for a somewhat extended study of the stages through which we pass in our spiritual growth. I shall endeavor to use the inductive method in this inquiry, and trust that I am not presumptuous in giving to these essays the title, THE ASCENT OF THE SOUL.

Is there too much noise in your life? Do talking heads only add to your confusion and uncertainty? Has Christianity lost its edge, appeal, and zest for you? Do you need to hear the voice of God again for the first time?

"Listen Up!: An Introduction to Biblical Living" articulates God's voice in fresh, new sounds. It identifies the great questions that dominate our lives and trouble our souls. We need help! We need help to live the way God wants us to live, help to become all God knows we can be.

How do we get this help? Read about the biblical realities and the rules of biblical reading that can lead to answers--answers that challenge and comfort. Opportunity and adventure await you in these pages. Take a chance, and "listen up!"

Because there are more women in the Gospel of Luke than in any other gospel, feminists have given it much attention. In this commentary, Shelly Matthews and Barbara Reid show that feminist analysis demands much more than counting the number of female characters. Feminist biblical interpretation examines how the female characters function in the narrative and also scrutinizes the workings of power with respect to empire, to anti-Judaism, and to other forms of othering. Matthews and Reid draw attention to the ambiguities of the text-both the liberative possibilities and the ways that Luke upholds the patriarchal status quo-and guide readers to empowering reading strategies.

SACRED SONGS WITH l STANDARD HYMNS, c 750 - PIECES - . 7 COMPILED AND SUNG BY IRA D. SANKEY. LONDON MORGAN AND SCOTT, OFFICE OF Zltt Itristiaa, 12, PATERNOSTER BUILDINGS, E. C. And nuay k Orabed of my BooRreUw m MwricscIZc. r A TONIC SOL-FA EDITION MAY AL80 BE HAD. The Editor of SAOREDSO NG A S N D SOLOS W ITH STANDARHDY MNSC, O MBINED, gratefully acknowledges e permission given him by the following Authors or Owners, for the use of their Copyright Hymns and Tunes -Mrs. C. F. Alexander the Rev. H. Allon, D. D. Miss F. C. Armatrong Rev. S. Baring-Gould Sir J. Barnby the Right Rev. E. H. Bickersteth, Lord Bishop of Exeter the late Rev. Horatius Bonar, D. D. Mrs. C. J. Bonsr Miss Jane Borthwick Rev. H. Burton Miss E. M. Campbell Mr. R. C. Chapman Rev. V. J. Charlesworth the late Miss E. C. Clephane Mrs. Codner Mrs. Cousin Mrs. Crewdson the late Mrs. M. Lee Demarest W. Chatterton Dlx, Esq. Miss Sarah Doudney Frederick Dykes, Esq. the late Rev. John Ellerton the Representatives of the late Miss C. Elliott Miss E. 8. Elliott the Representa. tives of the late Right Rev, Alex. Ewing, Bishop of Argyll Miss M. Farninghaml the late Mrs. H. Q. Gauntlett Miss Hankey the late Miss F. R. Havergal the late Miss M. V. Q. Havergal Mr. J. Hayes E. J. Hopkins, Esq., Mus. Doc. Messrs. Houlston Sons Miss A. M. Hull Messrs. Hutchings Co. Yrs. Luke Mrs. W. P. Mackay the late Mrs. Margaret Mackay Rev. J. R. Macduff, D. D. Messrs. Masters Co. H. M. Matheson, Esq. Albert Midlane, Esq. the late Rev. W. Mitchell Rev. Theodore Monod Rev. S. C. Morgan Messrs. Novel10 Co. the late Mrs. Pennefather Mrs. S. N. Pigott Rev. W. Pulling Messrcl. Richardson Son Mm. Shipton the late Rev. J. Q. Small the late Rev. J. DenhamSmith Rev. S. J. Stone Rev. W. T. Storrs Slr Arthur Sullivah Miss Q. M. Taylor Rev. R Twells Charles Vincent, Esq., Mus. Doc. J. Walch, Esq. Francis G. Wesley, Esq. Miss E. H. Willis the Right Rev. J. Wordsworth, D. D., Lord Bishop of Salisbury also to Mr. Jmes McGranah n Nr. Geo. C. Stebbins Mr. W. H. Doane Rev. R. Lowry the late Mr. Philip Phillips, and other leading American Authors, for the use of their latest and best Pieces. STANDARD H Y M N S COMBINED. HIS Volunle contains all of tlie original 441 Pieces, together with the 309 L L A SAC KEDi SONGS AND SOL. O S WITH STANDARDH Y -N S niaking in all 750 Pleces ilulllbered in consecutive order. We believe that the introduction of these Stafidu d Iiyrn s and T rnes will rneet a long-felt want in connection with the use of SACRED SONGS AND SOLOS. And we trust that a great blessing may still accompany their use in special Evangelistic meetings, and in tllc homes of the people. I . - --Nols.-A lay r unlber c the Pieces in thzs Collectwn are COPYRLGHT. and cannot 66 printed or re bZtrhed wzthout pernzzssion of the uwnerJ a the Copyrzghts. MORGAN 8t SC TT, PUBLISHERS. - ---------I . SACRE S D O NGS AN D SOLOS. NO, I. sob IbI darf, 3. See the glorious banner waving I 4. Fierto and long the battle ragad, Huu the tnrmpa blow But our help is near In our Leadeh name well triumph Onward comes our rat Commander, Over every foe Cheer, my comra es, W l NO. 2 . dbk aIbt-. a h r r m. L. B The g ates of i t shall n ot h shu . t at all by day.-Rev w i . g ., 5. J. .. 3. Press onward then, though foes may frown, I. Beyond the rivers brink well lay While mercysWgate is open I The cross that here is given, Acee t the crosr, and win the crown, And bear thecrown of life away, foves everlasting token. And love Him more in heaven, NO. 3. 3Jteaa gabts Qbtn It, P. P. B. God is love.--I JOHN iv. 8. P. P. u S L 4 6...

"As a wise person has said, 'The longest journey is the eighteen inches between the head and the heart." Every step of your journey, from the egocentric self to the Christ-centered heart, opens your life to the miracle of living with God-centered love. The process is not unlike the opening of a rosebud. The unfolding takes time, but in each moment of opening, new beauty is revealed. The journey from infantile human love to God-centered love is the most exciting of all journeys."-From the Introduction to "Reflections of the Heart"

Can your small group benefit from a more powerful prayer life? This helpful study walks your members through an hour of prayer each day. Even if an hour a day is out of reach for many of your group members, they will find valuable insight into maximizing the time they do have. God has created an opportunity for His children to communicate with Him. This study will help your group members improve, or perhaps discover for the first time, the power that comes from a vibrant prayer life.

The author, Dale Manternach, is a second generation farmer/rancher; born, raised and educated in Scobey, Montana. During his one year at the University of Minnesota at age seventeen, his talent for writing composition was discovered and encouraged. He married a classmate from across the Canadian border, Lois Anderson. They parented four sons and two daughters. His marriage ended on August 6, 1995 when Lois went home to meet her Maker, her beloved Master. In 1999 he retired, met and married Alice Hedin and moved to Sioux Falls, SD to become a member of Abiding Savior Free Lutheran Church.Most of these devotions were created from is seventy three years of eastern Montana life experiences, coupled with spiritual truths, principles, promises and testimonies of faith-builders he enjoyed in overcoming many of life's trials as a man of agriculture, a parent, and friend to many, and a devout, truly born-again man of God, hungry for God's Word. He is looking forward to a blessed eternity in Heaven with Jesus.I want to acknowledge and thank some key people who made his book possible: Pastor Mark Chase and his wife Mary for introducing me to Xulon Press Publishers. Friend Stan Pickard for helping get started. Typists and editors: Daughter Ingrid Lardson, Grand-daughter Nichole Larson, friend Heather Ellyson, friends Bill and Shirley Scott for various chores along the way, and my faithful mate Alice for some good ideas and daily encouragement, and showing special interest all the way.Dale Manternach

Do you frequently find yourself asking, Why?" This book will, prayerfully, prompt you to see God acting in every circumstance in your life, from the mundane to the monumental; to appreciate that the Creator does, indeed, cause "all things to] work for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to His purpose." (Romans 8:28) Through prose and poems based on personal experiences, the author shares pieces of her journey through faith-building events. If you have trouble focusing on God and His agenda, this book will sharpen your vision and lead you to reconsider God's purpose for the events in which you may find yourself involved on a daily basis.

Listen to His still, small voice
Resplendent with words of encouragement, counsel, comfort, and love, His Still, Small Voice offers hope to a weary people seeking respite from a trying and troubled world.
No stranger to life's many trials, Lori Kallander Camerer prayed for a deeper, personal relationship with God. Almost in immediate response to her request, she was given A. J.
Russell's devotional book, God Calling, penned by two anonymous Christian women in the early 20th century. Moved by what she read, Lori felt inspired to attempt to listen for God's still, small voice and record what she heard in her heart. What followed were three years of beautiful messages in which the Lord guided Lori through many trying times. Called to make the writings public, Lori has opened her notebooks to encourage the personal devotional life of others and bring them into a closer walk with God.
Turn to any page of His Still, Small Voice and find messages as uplifting as this:
February 17, 1992:
Come to me all, who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11: 28
Come back to Me. It is what I say to all My children who go out into the world and then get so busy that they forget Me.
Come to Me. I will give you the calm you need.
Dwell in Me. Find comfort and peace in Me.
Sit and wait with Me. Here you will find health and relaxation. You will be as secure as a newborn babe in its mother's arms.
You will find shelter under My wing if you only come. I always have open arms. So, come...come.