Have you forgotten how wondrous life can be? Christopher de Vinck offers a timeless collection of wisdom on family, childhood, God, love, compassion, buttered toast, snowmen, Hamlet, Bugs Bunny, bees. For anyone who is caught up in the hustle and bustle of life, weary and perhaps a little jaded by all that seems wrong in the world, this is a book that helps us to see again. In essays that are warm, evocative, and often amusing, Christopher De Vinck gives us back the eyes of a child, the fresh vision of delight, and a renewed reminder that we are surrounded with awe that we often take for granted. This is a book about living with a perpetual array of treasures: the voices of people we love, the taste of marzipan, the sounds of October geese. This is a book that reminds us to look, smell, see, touch, and listen to what is revealed to us each morning. Chris invites us to realize life as we live it, every minute. Reflecting on the joys of family, writing, and education, Chris doesn't shy away from loneliness, disappointments and regrets. His is a voice that combines both the joys and sorrows of living, speaking with hope and acceptance, and celebrating the power of simplicity in our modern age. "In his classic book The Little Prince, Antoine de Saint-Exupery famously suggested that 'it is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye.' With the elegance of a poet, the wonder of child-like eyes, and the discipline of one who steadfastly pays attention to the world around and within him, Christopher de Vinck's Things That Matter Most helps us see with our hearts-to see rightly-those things that are essential to a life well-lived: A place to truly call home, friends who sustain and nurture one another, and the love of a God who knows us as children of great worth." -Jeff Crosby, author of Language of the Soul: Meeting God in the Longings of Our Hearts

Die wêreld van die Bybel lyk dikwels vir moderne lesers vaag en vreemd. Die geïllustreerde Bybelhandboek bied aan lesers ’n volledige prentjie van die leefwêreld van die Bybel. Dit gee nie net feite nie, maar ontsluit ’n lewendige wêreld vol konteks, geskiedenis en interessanthede.

Een manier om die Bybel te ontdek is om die antieke wêreld te bestudeer – sy kulture, gebruike en geskiedenis. Die geïllustreerde Bybelhandboek is ’n waardevolle gids wat lesers sal help om die Bybel en die wêreld waarin dit geskryf is beter te verstaan.

Die geïllustreerde Bybelhandboek bied die nuutste Bybelnavorsing in ’n formaat wat maklik leesbaar en verstaanbaar is. Die Bybel word boek vir boek ontsluit met honderde volkleur-illustrasies, kaarte en foto’s. Daar is meer as 100 indiepte-artikels oor ’n verskeidenheid Bybelse onderwerpe. Lesers sal ontdek hoe elke deel van die Bybel by die res van die Bybel inpas en dit toelig.

Geen naslaan-rak sal volledig wees sonder hierdie handboek vir die Bybel nie.

Acts 2:16, 17 But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel, And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith the Lord, I will pour out of my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions and your old men shall dream dreams: This book contains some of the dreams and visions and the understanding of them that the Holy Spirit has given me over the years. As you read PARABLES OF LIGHT my prayer is that it blesses and stirs you up to seek out what the Holy Spirit is saying to you in your dreams and vision in these last days. May God bless you on the quest. Proverbs 25:2 It is the glory of God to conceal a thing; but the honor of kings is to search out a matter.

The role of altars in the realm of existence is very key because altars are meeting places between the physical and the spiritual, between the visible and the invisible. In one word, an altar is a gateway in the realm of the invisible. By implication, therefore, no matter the plan and the purpose of God for your life, family, children, relationships, businesses, communities, and other personal endeavours, you must have the spiritual understanding that, until satanic and demonic altars in your foundation are overthrown, you are most likely to fall short of God's plan for your life. No wonder God commanded Moses, "You must destroy their altars..." (Exodus 34:13-14). In this book, Pastor Uzor Ndekwu draws from his many years of experience as a deliverance minister to explain why you must overthrow foundational altars, and why you must confront demonic or satanic altars erected to hinder or frustrate God's plans for you and your family.

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

The purpose of this book is to guide you step by step through my plan for effective prayer. You will discover your unique, God-given level of prayer power and God will release the prayer anointing upon your life, says Dr. Larry Lea. You'll discover exciting new insights into Jesus' model prayer that will create a newfound joy in your prayer life. Dr. Lea can help you reach your full spiritual potential and to better fulfill your God-ordained purposes and destiny in life. A perfect selection for groups studying prayer.

Experience Jesus Really, Finding Refuge Strength and Wonder Through Everyday Encounters with God

In this present age we are all becoming disciples of the Internet. We are addicted to distraction. We idolize our instant access to a never-ending avalanche of information. We think we're finally holding the keys to a better life.
But if that's true, why are we wrestling with ever-increasing levels of anxiety, dissatisfaction, and despair? The fact is, we live in a world of weary, skeptical pragmatism--and it's keeping us from experiencing the God we are dying without.

John Eldredge presents a powerful alternative to the soulless, disenchanted world we find ourselves living in today: the path of the ordinary mystic. Readers who join Eldredge on this journey will:

• Regain childlike faith in the reality of God's constant, available presence to those who seek him;
• Discover the biblical foundations for the mystical tradition in Christianity; and
• Learn practices, habits, and prayers that will transform their ability to hear the voice of Jesus in their day-to-day lives.

Every human yearns to return to Eden, to a state of unbroken communion with the God who created us for adventure and intimacy with him. The mystic is awake to the truth that God is still with us--and we experience the refuge of his powerful, healing presence if we learn to open our hearts to him.

Before offering a prayer at the inauguration of President George W. Bush, Franklin Graham was asked by a fellow participant if he intended to pray in the name of Jesus Christ. Graham assured him that he would and encouraged this pastor to do the same. As Graham reminded him, "That's the only thing we've got." In days of religious confusion and cultural relativism, Franklin Graham reminds us that there are absolutes in the kingdom of God. "The Name" explains the significance of names in the Hebrew culture, centering on the meaningfulness of the name "Jesus." Chapters focus on the different aspects of power in the Lord's name, such as "Healing in the Name" and "Salvation in the Name."

Packed with great stories and life-changing ideas, Free challenges teens to connect with the radical love God has for them. This forty-day devotional helps young people understand the power of real-life Christianity and how Jesus gives them everything they need to overcome temptation and live for Him.

We can't let man determine our happiness and our worth, we have to trust in only God. Man says we are nothing, but God says we are big people. In this encouraging book, Tarupiwa brings you a message of hope and comfort. When faced with abuse, rejection and demotion, this book will give you lessons on how you can survive and thrive in such situations. YES, man can turn you down, but not with God, he will bring you up, and make you enter your destiny. This powerful book contains the secrets of your promotion by God, after man has demoted you. With Biblical characters, Tarupiwa helps readers to see beyond the hate, abuse, rejection or demotion and focus on God's love. We see David, Daniel, Job, Mordecai, Joseph, Shadrach, Mishack and Abednego, then Jesus, our Lord and Savior. We see how they were demoted by man then later promoted by God, and we learn a lot from their experiences. Be blessed as you read this book!!!

The Dead-Living Church'' re-defines the concept of church (the true Ekklesia), her global positioning and her responsibilities according to the original intent of God. Jesus' declaration in Matthew 16, I will build my church and the gates of Hell shall not prevail against it far outweighs the theological assumptions and religious beliefs about what church is supposed to be. This book is not a product of professionalism; it is a prophetic release by the Spirit of the living God. The Church is not a denominational gathering of religious people, but the Ekklesia, the people called for an assignment, the assembly of legislating on behalf of God on earth. This book will take you through a journey. Its intent assuredly will awaken your spirit man to experience a paradigm shift from Churchianity to that which is God s original intention."

Revelation for Marriages is about the man and woman who came of age and they are interested in getting married, when they introduce their partner to their parents both parents rejected their choice based on spiritual difference. Coincidentally, both parents meet and they were complaining about the same thing and when they realized that they are both on the same dilemma they decided to arrange the marriage between the two. Initially the man and the woman rejected the idea, but eventually they got married and the most intriguing part of this story is when man discovering the true meaning of love and hidden revelation about marriage on 1st miracles Jesus performed by turning water into wine and also the story of the Samaritan woman and how those 2 miracles are a solution to all broken and loveless marriages. He discovers how can a young married couple survive in this generation, and how to allow Jesus to author the love in the marriage.

Om Jesus te volg – en Hom met ander te deel – is die belangrikste lewensbesluit wat iemand ooit kan neem. In Begin die reis sal lesers weer bewus word van God se perfekte plan vir verlossing deur Jesus Christus. Op ? eenvoudige manier verduidelik Angus Buchan die probleem van sonde en God se plan om ons verhouding met Hom te herstel. Angus bespreek wat ’n mens moet doen nadat jy jou redding aanvaar het. Die boek is ’n ideale evangelisasie-hulpmiddel en fokus veral op: Redding: wat dit beteken om Jesus Christus as persoonlike Here en Redder te ken. Groei in God: hoe om te groei in jou wandel met God. Die groot opdrag: hoe om die Goeie Nuus met ander te deel. Ingesluit is verse uit die Bybel oor verlossing en die Christelike leefwyse wat lesers kan memoriseer om hulle te versterk. Daar is ook ’n lys Skrifverwysings oor waar om belangrike gedeeltes in die Bybel te kry. As ’n gelowige is dit belangrik om hierdie lewensveranderende nuus met ander te deel en Begin die reis sal elke gelowige help om die roeping uit te leef.

The plain, undiluted Gospel of Jesus needs to be told, and it is the most important decision that one can ever make. In Starting the Journey readers will discover that God loves them and has a perfect plan of salvation through Jesus Christ. In a simple and conversational style Angus Buchan explains the problem of sin and God's plan of restoring our relationship with Him. Angus discusses how to go about living the Christian life once a person has taken the first step toward salvation. Starting the Journey is the perfect tool for evangelism and focuses on: Salvation - What it means to know Jesus Christ as personal Lord and Saviour. Growing in God - How to grow in your walk with God. The Great Commission - How to share the Good News with others. Includes a list of Scripture verses to memorize and a handy "where to find it in the Bible" reference. As a believer it is important to share this life-changing news with others and Starting the Journey will help every believer to answer the call.

A God you can know Is God a wrathful judge? A gentle healer? A father? Brother? Friend? In The Relentless Tenderness of Jesus, Brennan Manning brings you to a deeper understanding of the true nature of God. Through poignant and unforgettable stories and challenging observations, Manning helps you stretch your mind and reject simplistic explanations of who God really is. With rich insights you'll see how God can at once be a roaring lion, pacing the globe and seeking you out; and simultaneously a tender lamb, there to comfort you in any time of need. A unique experience, this book will forever change the way you think about God. "As I read these honest, grace-saturated, humbly iconoclastic, distinctly un-sugarcoated but still somehow gentle words, I could taste familiar water, living water that only people who are thirsty for life can enjoy. Read it--and hope again!" --from the foreword by Larry Crabb Brennan Manning is a former Franciscan priest and author of a dozen books including the best-selling The Ragamuffin Gospel. He has lived a faithful life of service to others and to God and shares his intellect and love through the words found in this book.

The purpose of this Book is to present some important principles of healing which may help you as you step out in faith and begin laying hands on the sick. The information in this Book might be different than what you have always been taught, but consider keeping an open mind in case God wants to reveal something new to you. Check these things against the Bible; don't just believe what I say or what other people have said!