The managing editor of Christianity Today and founder of the popular Her.meneutics blog encourages women to find joy in vocation in this game-changing look at the importance of women and work.Women today inhabit and excel in every profession, yet many Christian women wonder about the value of work outside the home. And in circles where the traditional family model is highly regarded, many working women who sense a call to work find little church or peer support. In A Woman's Place, Katelyn Beaty, print managing editor of Christianity Today and cofounder of Her.meneutics, insists it's time to reconsider women's work. She challenges us to explore new ways to live out the Scriptural call to rule over creation--in the office, the home, in ministry, and beyond. Starting with the Bible's approach to work--including the creation story, the Proverbs 31 woman, and New Testament models--Beaty shows how women's roles in Western society have changed; how the work-home divide came to exist; and how the Bible offers models of women in leadership. Readers will be inspired by stories of women effecting dynamic cultural change, leading institutions, and living out grand and beautiful vocations. Far from insisting that women must work outside the home, Beaty urges all believers into a better framework for imagining career, ambition, and calling. Whether caring for children, running a home, business, or working full-time, all readers will be inspired to live in a way that glorifies God. Sure to spark discussion, A Woman's Place is a game-changing look at the importance of work for women and men alike.

WHERE DO YOU PUT YOUR TRUST? We all believe in something. We all put our faith in what we trust will sustain us and help us move ahead. For some of us, that might be a relationship or a job. For others, it could be an education, a financial portfolio, or a political platform. But the disciple John, in his Gospel, invites us to put our belief in something much more secure. As he states, "These things [in my Gospel] are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name" (John 20:31). In this six-session video Bible study, bestselling author and pastor Kyle Idleman reveals that John didn't write his Gospel just to tell us about a profound teacher or a powerful miracle worker. Rather, his purpose was to tell us about the very Son of God who came to this earth so that we "may have life, and have it to the full" (John 10:10). John challenges us to trust in Christ-and to demonstrate our faith in him through the way we live and love others. The 40 Days Through the Book series helps you actively engage with God's Word. Each study encourages you to read through a book of the Bible at least once during the course of the study. As you do, you will gain an understanding of the background and culture of the book, insights into key passages that you might have overlooked before, and clear takeaways that you can apply today to your life. Sessions and video run times: The Word Became Flesh (15:30) Grace for the Outcast (15:00) Grace for the Broken (15:30) Truth for the Clueless (18:00) Truth for the Confused (15:00) We Have Seen His Glory (17:30) 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!) Streaming video access code included. Access code subject to 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.

The third volume of Thomas Merton's journals chronicles Merton's attempts to reconcile his desire for solitude and contemplation with the demands of his new-found celebrity status within the strictures of conventional monastic life.

People today are more stressed and anxious than ever before. In this Bible study, readers will find practical guidelines for laying aside their worries so they can experience the life of joy and peace that God has intended for them. In today's world, where busyness is a status symbol, we all feel the pressure to do more, and to do it well. We strive to be good workers, good wives, good mothers, good friends, good volunteers. We run at a frenzied pace. We exhaust ourselves, and yet we still worry we're not doing enough. We are maxed out, burned out, stressed out. But we're not meant to be. God promises us a life of joy and peace. He promises to stay with us through the storm. But how do we set down our worry and stress and start living the vibrant, happy life God has intended for us? This Bible study explores the sources of anxiety in our lives and provides practical insights into overcoming them through faith and prayer. Perfect for personal reflection or small groups, this Bible study will help you to calm the inner chaos and cultivate a joyful, meaningful life.

When Candice Curry was a little girl, she put her hand in her father's back pocket so that she wouldn't get lost in large crowds. Little did she know that as she followed him, he was plying his trade: conning people. Her family drove stolen cars, lived in stolen houses, and shopped with stolen credit cards. Drug use was regular, as were visits from strange people who were trying to track her father down. Though she eventually cut ties with her father, Candice could not ignore the scars that were left from her childhood.

This is her story, one steeped in secrets but one that, ultimately, led her to a place of forgiveness and freedom. As she struggles to understand her criminal father, as well as her own imperfect life, Candice comes to realize that we are not defined by our circumstances but rather by how we react to those circumstances. She's found peace in the knowledge that God doesn't love us because we're perfect--but because he is.

What does it cost to follow Jesus? For these men and women, the answer was clear. They were ready to give witness to Christ in the face of intense persecution, even if it cost them their lives. From the stoning of Stephen to Nigerian Christians persecuted by Boko Haram today, these stories from around the world and through the ages will inspire greater faithfulness to the way of Jesus, reminding us what costly discipleship looks like in any age. Since the birth of Christianity, the church has commemorated those who suffered for their faith in Christ. In the Anabaptist tradition especially, stories of the boldness and steadfastness of early Christian and Reformation-era martyrs have been handed down from one generation to the next through books such as Thieleman van Braght's Martyrs Mirror (1660). Yet the stories of more recent Christian witnesses are often unknown. Bearing Witness tells the stories of early Christian martyrs Stephen, Polycarp, Justin, Agathonica, Papylus, Carpus, Perpetua, Tharacus, Probus, Andronicus, and Marcellus, followed by radical reformers Jan Hus, Michael and Margaretha Sattler, Weynken Claes, William Tyndale, Jakob and Katharina Hutter, Anna Janz, Dirk Willems. But the bulk of the book focuses on little-known modern witness including Veronika Loehans, Jacob Hochstetler, Gnadenhutten, Joseph and Michael Hofer, Emanuel Swartzendruber, Regina Rosenberg, Eberhard and Emmy Arnold, Johann Kornelius Martens, Ahn Ei Sook, Jakob Rempel, Clarence Jordan, Richard and Sabina Wurmbrand, Tulio Pedraza, Stanimir Katanic, Samuel Kakesa, Kasai Kapata, Meserete Kristos Church, Sarah Corson, Alexander Men, Jose Chuquin, Norman Tattersall, Katherine Wu, and Ekklesiyar Yan'uwa a Nigeria. This book is part of the Bearing Witness Stories Project, a collaborative story-gathering project involving Anabaptist believers from many different traditions.

A Practical Guide to Spiritual Warfare - The real fight is the one you can't see.

The supernatural realm is very real, and it directly impacts our day-to-day lives. Often spiritual battles lie behind our everyday struggles. Though the spiritual world is invisible, we are not unaware of the enemy’s schemes. Through God’s Word and the power of the Holy Spirit we are equipped to be more than conquerors through Christ!

This book will teach you to see and overcome the spiritual battles behind your everyday struggles.

Daniel Kolenda is a missionary evangelist whose ministry is marked by signs, wonders, miracles, and a multitude of salvations. He has led more than twenty-one million people to Christ face to face through massive open-air evangelistic campaigns in some of the most dangerous, difficult, and remote locations on earth.

The exquisite design of the They Will Soar On Wings Brown Faux Leather Classic Journal with Zipped Closure portrays the majesty of God's creation through a breathtaking heat debossed nature scene. It carries a hopeful message from Isaiah that encourages you to stay grounded in the LORD for your strength. The design is appealing to men and women alike. It is the perfect journal for anyone who is in awe of the grandeur of creation and enjoys taking time for self-reflection, practicing gratitude, and intentionally focusing their thoughts.

The brown faux leather flexcover has a vintage look and feel and features an intricate heat-debossed mountain and lake scene with an eagle soaring high above the pines. The title is heat-debossed on the front cover in vintage lettering.

Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength
They will soar on wings like eagles
Isaiah 40:31

This brown flexcover journal has a zipper closure with a brushed gold zipper pull that protects its pages keeps loose notes secure. Scripture is printed at the bottom of every lined page. The thick paper prevents ink from bleeding through, and a satin ribbon marker helps you locate the last entry quickly. This journal includes a presentation page for gift-giving and makes a great gift by itself or paired with a pen or bookmark.

The They Will Soar On Wings Brown Faux Leather Classic Journal with Zipped Closure is part of the Soar Collection that includes a devotional, faux leather bookmark, paper bookmark, flexcover journal, and faux leather Bible cover.

The They Will Soar On Wings Brown Faux Leather Classic Journal with Zipper Closure is an impressive gift that men and women, both young and old, will appreciate. This journal is a fabulous gift for a young adult finding their way through life, the nature lover in your family, your brother who loves to camp, or a parent who feels connected to nature. Encourage friends and family to take some time for spiritual and personal growth through the process of journaling. The Soar Brown Faux Leather Classic Journal with Zipper Closure makes a great gift for birthdays, Christmas, or just to let a friend or loved one know you value them.

• Heat debossed nature scene cover design
• Brown faux leather
• Flexcover
• Soar Collection
• Heat-debossed text
• Zippered closure
• Ribbon marker
• Thick paper minimizes bleed through
• 336 lined pages
• Scripture on each page
• Size: 222 x 163 x 23mm

Too many people allow their negative attitudes to swindle them out of experiences and opportunities that life has to offer.

"Staying Positive in a Negative World" is for people who are tired of melancholy and despair. Combining biblically based principles with personal stories and historical examples, Roger Campbell has created an encouraging guide for spiritual growth and a helpful resource for counseling. With compassion and insight, Campbell helps readers see that God is at work even in the darkest times.

"People say our marriage is impossible." Laurie and Matt Krieg are in a mixed-orientation marriage: a marriage in which at least one partner's primary attraction isn't toward the gender of their spouse. In the Kriegs' case, Laurie is primarily attracted to women-and so is Matt. Some find the idea of mixed-orientation marriage bewildering or even offensive. But as the Kriegs have learned, nothing is impossible with God-and that's as true of their marriage as anyone else's. In An Impossible Marriage, the Kriegs tell their story: how they met and got married, the challenges and breakthroughs of their journey, and what they've learned about marriage along the way. Christianity teaches us that marriage is a picture of Jesus' love for the church-and that's just as true in a mixed-orientation marriage as in a straight one. With vulnerability and wisdom, this book lays out an engaging picture of marriage in all its pain and beauty. It's a picture that points us, over and over again, to the love and grace of Jesus-as marriage was always meant to do.

This is a book as much for those who have grown up with the stories of Jesus' miracles and now take them for granted as for those dismiss them along with Santa Claus and Peter Pan. Ian Cowie re-translates the original Greek of the Gospels and sheds new light on what the healing miracles of Jesus were and what they mean for us. He concludes that there is no justification for saying that 'miracles' break the laws of nature, but that such events are a natural result of using untapped human and divine resources in a universe that is totally consistent. In a very direct and informative way, the author carefully dissects the actions and words of Jesus in each healing incident and draws conclusions which are often at odds with current perceptions and interpretations. This is possibly the first book to cover every single healing miracle of the New Testament, including those of the Apostles.

God is in control. Cancer isn't. If he chooses to, God still might intervene. But even if he doesn't ... you are safe. And you will never be alone.' Taylor was an energetic nine year old when doctors traced a nagging pain in his leg to a huge tumour hidden in his pelvis. Thus began a journey of anguish, hope, anger, joy, grief, and ultimately life. When Brian learns that the cancer has spread, and watches his son endure the protracted agony, he wrestles with God, asking loud angry questions. Yet despite the pain Taylor 's enthusiasm for life continues. His wit, zeal and faith grow stronger, and father and son draw strength from one another as they embark upon the journey which took Taylor safely home. A wonderfully uplifting book.

This modern spiritual classic is a touching and human portrait of the woman who was the mother of Christ, drawn with reverence and dignity-a narrative poem of special distinctiveness, universal in its appeal, and written in fluent verse of exceptionally high quality. The book does not draw on legend or easy fancy. Although written before the renewal of scriptural scholarship, the poem's biblical basis remains surprisingly valid. The story of Mary is told completely and with remarkable depth of human insight, and mounts in beauty and power as it goes along, till in the dark, almost unbearably real climax of the pain, the glory, the defeat The long inaugural at Calvary the Woman Wrapped in Silence becomes wholly magnificent in her last Tremendous majesty.

We are at our human best when we give and forgive. But we live in a world in which it makes little sense to do either one. In our increasingly graceless culture, where can we find the motivation to give? And how do we learn to forgive when forgiving seems counterintuitive or even futile? A deeply personal yet profoundly thoughtful book, Free of Charge explores these questions--and the further questions to which they give rise--in light of God's generosity and Christ's sacrifice for us. Miroslav Volf draws from popular culture as well as from a wealth of literary and theological sources, weaving his rich reflections around the sturdy frame of Paul's vision of God's grace and Martin Luther's interpretation of that vision. Blending the best of theology and spirituality, he encourages us to echo in our own lives God's generous giving and forgiving. A fresh examination of two practices at the heart of the Christian faith--giving and forgiving--the Archbishop of Canterbury's Lenten study book for 2006 is at the same time an introduction to Christianity. Even more, it is a compelling invitation to Christian faith as a way of life. "Miroslav Volf, one of the most celebrated theologians of our day, offers us a unique interweaving of intense reflection, vivid and painfully personal stories and sheer celebration of the giving God . . . I cannot remember having read a better account of what it means to say that Jesus suffered for us in our place." -- Dr. Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury

Many people did not grow up in a Christian home, and many more do not consider their childhood experience a good model. Robert Wolgemuth presents this inspiring, practical book for people who want to have a Christian home.

So, what's so great about a Christian home? There's redemption. There's forgiveness. There's hope. Laughter and genuine happiness. There's discipline and purpose there. And there's grace . . . lots of grace.

"The Most Important Place on Earth" covers eight answers to the question "What does a Christian home look like?" It's filled with stories and practical ideas that will convince any reader that a Christian home is not an elusive stereotype. It's something that really can be achieved. And it's something worth having. You'll see.

Elmer Towns's Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough has become must-reading as this powerful spiritual discipline of fasting has seen a revival among followers of Christ. Now Towns digs deeper into one of the most popular forms of fasting today, the Daniel Fast. With an emphasis on a healthy, simple diet, the Daniel Fast is named after the prophet Daniel who participated in a partial fast for spiritual purposes. Daniel was taken captive into Babylon when he was sixteen years old. The Babylonian king wanted the young prophet to help him administer his rule over the captive Jews--and he wanted to "Babylon-ize" Daniel, to make the young man of God more like him. The first step the king took in his campaign was to provide a sumptuous feast to tempt Daniel--food fit for a king-- basically fattening comfort foods. In response, the prophet refrained from the king's table, choosing instead to eat only vegetables and to drink only water. He honored God over the king. Dr. Elmer Towns introduces readers to the spiritual, physical, and mental basics of the Daniel Fast, coaching them through either a ten-day or twenty-one-day period of renewal, and he includes original Daniel Fast recipes created by executive chef John P. Perkins. Dr. Towns addresses practical questions, such as what to eat and when, as well as how to pray effectively. Readers will learn how to encounter God during their fast, how to worship through self-discipline, and how to pray for specific answers. They will also explore the role of weeping, repentance, and spiritual warfare in their life of faith. Daniel is a model to God's people of someone who chooses spiritual nourishment over bodily satisfaction, in The Daniel Fast for Spiritual Breakthrough, God's people can learn to follow his example.