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Prayers for opening and closing the work meetings of faith groups.
The author defines prayer as reverent attention to the mysteries of
life. Hence these prayers are for thoughtful people of all
traditions--from Humanist to Hindu, Buddhist to Christian, and
more--who work together in a faith community or faith setting. Tips
and suggestions are offered for successfully tailoring these to
your setting. Prayers are grouped in four categories: 1) Prayers
for Sharing Hearts--Opening and closing reflections with spaces for
participants to share what's on their hearts; 2) Longer
Reflections--Services designed for deeper sharing; 3) Benedictions
& Prayers--Short texts for special occasions and times when
heart-sharing won't be done; 4) Readings & Poems--supplemental
texts.
What did John Wesley think about alcohol, music, and popularity?
What are his thoughts on education, free will, and joy?
From "absolution" to "zeal," Quotable Wesley is a treasury of
quotations taken from Wesley's letters, sermons, tracts, and
journal entries on a variety of wide-ranging topics. Here is an
essential resource for teachers, Christian leaders, pastors, and
laypeople fascinated by the insights of this remarkable founder of
the Methodist movement.
Useful for sermon preparation, teaching, and individual
reflection, this book is designed to supplement the library of
anyone interested in Wesley and his work.
The Apostle Paul stated publicly, "To the Jew I became like a Jew
to win the Jews... To those not having the law I became like one
not having the law, so as to win those not having the law. To the
weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to
all people so that by all possible means I might save some"
(1Cor.9:20-22 TNIV.) Just as the Apostle Paul unfortunately had to
live through, suffer, literally "BECOME THE PERSON he was called to
witness to in order that he would be able to understand and help
them with their problem," Pastor Willie, comparable to Paul, also
live through, suffered, struggled with crack cocaine addiction,
homelesness and as a result he understands the deception,
complications, rejection, misery, pain and agony that crack cocaine
addicts go through in their search for deliverance. For those
reasons God has also called him into ministry with the purpose of
using Pastor Willie's testimony, knowledge, struggles, and
compassion for the drug addicted to help deliver, witness and bring
them into a happy, drug free, praise worthy relationship with God
The truth is that God knows "when people are in "bondage" (Ex2:23;
6:5-6), held a slave to anyone or anything that they will neglect
to praise and serve him." (See Ex.6:9). That why I fearlessly say
to the evil spirit of crack cocaine influence, "Demon spirit of
crack cocaine Bondage let my people go that THEY MAY PRAISE THE
LORD " (See Ex. 1:13-14; 3:7-12; 2:23; 8:1, 20; 9:1). Are you sick
are tired of going in and out of rehabs only to relapse shortly
afterward being released, tired of being confused about why you're
or a love is having such a hard time tired breaking the addiction,
tired of prostituting yourself, and being viewed as weak and
pathedic by the world? Well, your deliverance is moments away
This Is A New Release Of The Original 1912 Edition.
This book draws attention to the promise that God will bless
everyone who reads the book of Revelation and encourages others to
read the book of Revelation. The book reaffirms the fact that God
will judge both the living and the dead. The righteous will inherit
eternal life in God's kingdom while the wicked will be condemned to
languish eternally in hell with Satan. General Overview from the
Editor: The author summarizes the book of Revelations for the
readers in an easy to understand tone. The summaries are helpful in
establishing a working understanding of this book of the bible, and
the author reveals an impressive knowledge on fundamental concepts
in this book. Book's Strengths: The author includes a strong and
engaging introduction. Not only does the author clearly state the
objectives of the book, but also includes practical reasons why
everyone should read the book of Revelation. This book is very
helpful in understand the symbolism embedded in the book of
Revelation. The author provides in-depth coverage and breaks down
important ideas for the reader in a straightforward language. The
prayers in the book are valuable tools readers will use very
frequently. They will inspire readers to develop a stronger
connection to God, strengthening their faith and worship habits.
The author also selects interesting themes for prayer, which gives
them variety and excitement. Delightfully inspirational without
distorting the truth. Dr. Anthony Afolo. About the Author:
Deaconess Noyo Anthonia Kubeyinje-Edem is the founder of Hope for
the Family, Inc. Hope for the family is an outreach Ministry. The
first book of this author, You Are Already Clean: How to Triumph
Over Sins and Remain Clean in this World, was published by Xulon
Press in June, 2012. The author lives in Linden, NJ with her
family.
About the Contributor(s): Rolland Hein, professor emeritus from
Wheaton College, also graduated from Wheaton in 1954. Having
recieved a BD degree from Grace Theological Seminary and a PhD from
Purdue University, he taught English at Bethel College, St. Paul,
until 1970. His writings include George MacDonald: Victorian
Mythmaker and Christian Mythmakers. He currently conducts a class
in myth at the Wade Center on Saturday mornings. He and his wife,
Dorothy, live near St. Charles, Illinois.
There's a lot that comes with being a teenager and dealing with all
the stuff thrown at you. You have to navigate friendships, school,
parents, your hopes and dreams for the future, and learning about
yourself. When you throw trying to live for God into the mix, it
takes everything to another level Whew Well, despite the challenges
of life, you can follow God's word, embrace your identity as His
child, stand out of the crowd, and let your light shine. After all,
you are a Destined D.I.V.A. This is your book. You may use it as
part of a Destined D.I.V.A. group or you may use it all by
yourself. It's designed to help you read more of the bible, learn
more about God, and learn more about yourself. You'll read it,
write in it, and hopefully share some of what's inside with your
friends. And the good thing is you can always revisit the
information inside of it. Visit The Destined D.I.V.A. website at
www.thedestineddivas.com. There's a virtual hangout just for you
The Destined D.I.V.A. Leader's Guide integrates practical life
skills, group accountability, and biblical truths to help young
women make positive decisions that are aligned with their identity
as children of God. Teen girls are empowered through God's Word to
stand out of the crowd, embrace their identity of disciples of
Christ, and walk in God's love to let their light shine. The
Destined D.I.V.A. lifestyle system teaches practical life skills
rooted in God's Word on topics such as self-esteem, healthy
relationships, sexuality, anger management, goal setting,
leadership, and more This interactive, ready-to-use curriculum is
complete with 25 sessions that include scripture references, group
discussions prompts, fun activities, and suggested prayers. With
this system, leaders will encourage teen girls to grow in their
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The business of life is to live and to live well. But in this
day and age we know almost everything about life except how to live
it. We can dissect life and explain its parts and then fail to put
it together again in such a way that it becomes a coordinated,
harmonious whole. Through the vibrant writings of E. Stanley Jones,
discover not only how God desires more for us than we could ever
think or imagine, but freely gives us that abundant life of body,
mind, and spirit.
"Abundant Living," the sequel to "Victorious Living," continues
the journey toward extraordinary life through trusting God and
self-surrender. Written in 1942 by one of the greatest Christian
leaders of the day, experience this classic devotional with a new
foreword by Leonard Sweet.
Have you ever said to yourself, or heard someone say, "This never
happens in my neighborhood?" Or maybe you've heard, "There isn't
anything we can do to change this situation." Well guess what, it
doesn't have to happen and you can definitely do something to
change any situation About Face: Taking Your Community by Force
with Prayer is a spirit led compilation of power packed prayers
that can turn your community around
Have you ever wanted to write down what you would like to say or
what you have said to God? If you are one of those persons then the
"Prayer Journal- Writing a Letter to God" is the perfect book or
you. It not only allows you to make the jottings of
messages/prayers that you say to God but it also has some great
quotations of inspirational scripture on the pages.
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