This book highlights some agriculturally important plants and their associated arthropod complexes with a biological, as well as an agricultural, perspective. It discusses how limited knowledge of entomology may be used to enhance management of pest species in cultivated sunflower.

Baptist history is a tapestry of struggling with the predominant theologies of their times, a struggle that often found them either dying at the end of a stake or railing against the prevailing interpretation of the Bible in their time period. The when, where and how of baptism, the place of children in the church, the order and life of the church, and how they integrated with other believers frame much of their rich and varied history.

This book provides a brief "slice" of historical theology up to 1900. It includes summary theological studies on the Trinity, Christology, and Anthropology. An appendix provides an in-depth look into the revivalist Charles Finney and his methods. A second appendix offers Teaching Aids for Bible studies or small groups. This summary is good for those wishing to study a brief sketch of the history of doctrines.

Our Christian heritage teaches us that these ten "words" give us conviction for when we dishonor God and our neighbor, constrain us in our civil engagements and provide guidelines as to acceptable behaviors before God and people in every culture and every situation. They are God's lifelines to a peaceful and stable society. When God Says No is a theological and practical study of the Ten Commandments. It will immerse you in what God considers right and proper behavior and will expand your horizons in almost every field of endeavor.

Paul's message to the Thessalonian Church is all about authenticity ? authentic conversion, authentic Christian service, authentic encouragement, authentic lifestyles and authentic expectation of the second coming of Jesus Christ. Learn how to live the Christian life authentically in this study guide.

I am going to contend in this book that faith in Jesus is simply and profoundly faithfulness to Jesus. Faithfulness is what God wants in a follower of Christ. What I am at the end of my faith journey is what God looks at, not my moments of greatness or excitement or visionary declarations. God's measuring stick is faithfulness.

Nehemiah was an unknown servant to a great ancient Near Eastern king, a cupbearer by trade. Although he was not a famous Jewish prophet, scribe, or known leader, he was able to rebuild the torn down and burnt walls of Jerusalem in fifty-two days. Facing all kinds of opposition and internal turmoil, Nehemiah's leadership was unequalled. This study outlines his sterling leadership and life lessons.

Romans: The Glory of God As Seen In The Righteousness of God is a thematic Bible study of the Letter to the Romans. This study guide contains a student and a leader's manual, along with supplementary notes. This guide is from several InterVarsity Growth in Christ Training Conferences in the 1990s and updated for today.

This is a study guide for selected Psalms from the Bible. It's fill-in-the blanks format is perfect for a small group study, or even a personal study of the Psalms. It references 67 of the most read Psalms and includes a special study of Psalm 1. A selection of "Psalms for Christmas" is included in the study. Carl Shank is a seasoned pastor, author, and church health consultant and has written several books on church health and leadership.

An "in-between" book for church leaders of smaller to mid-sized churches seeking to go from where they are to where they may want to be. Discusses how to get from "here" to "there" in steps not often covered by seminars and church growth conferences.

Insights shared by an author and church leadership consultant from letters, emails and various mentoring situations involving many lay and professional ministry leaders over an almost forty year ministry span. Sections include Feeling About God and Life, Knowing God Better, Faith and Culture, On Church Health and Growth, On Church Difficulties, On Preaching and Teaching and On Theology.