Many women today have problems with men who are unable to show or express love. But there is hope for women who want to improve their relationships and create more intimacy with their partners. Randy Petersen and Thomas Whiteman show how a woman can find practical ways to nurture intimacy and help a man overcome reluctance to express the love he feels inside.

From Nero's burning of Rome to Martin Luther's posting of the 95 Theses to Billy Graham's crusades, the history of Christianity is a story filled with difficulty, daring, and devotion. This compelling book highlights 100 of the most important events in 2,000 years of that history in a single concise volume. Packed with well-researched information and written in a readable, journalistic style, it brings to vivid life some of the people, events, and ideas that have shaped the church. Perfect for pastors, teachers, history buffs, and anyone who is interested in learning more about the origins and development of the Christian church.

This devotional contains all 150 Psalms and 20 other songs in Scripture, divided into daily readings. Each reading includes helpful background information on the psalm, a related hymn stanza and an uplifting application thought. Biweekly "interludes" further aid aid understanding by explaining features such as acrostic psalms of Hebrew poetic style.

"Be Still, My Soul" is a collection of 175 of the most popular hymns and the stories behind them. Many of these hymns were written out of incredible life experiences--from the heart cry of a repentant slave trader to the renewed hope of a survivor of attempted suicide. In this devotional you'll discover the stories behind the songs we sing. You'll experience the passion and joy contained in these hymns' lyrics and melodies. In addition to the hymn stories, "Be Still, My Soul" includes the musical score, lyrics, and in-depth biographies of 12 of the most-prolific hymn writers, singers, and composers.Whether you are new to hymns or have cherished them for a long time, you'll enjoy this illuminating book on the stories behind some of the most popular hymns you sing in worship.