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3: The Numbers of Hope
By Max Lucado. 2022
*Entirely rewritten and re-filmed for a more focused and deeply personal study of the most-loved verse in the Bible—John 3:16.In…
this updated classic Bible study (video streaming included), bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado pulls back the curtain on his favorite Bible passage to move you to a profound awareness of God's limitless love, His incalculable sacrifice, and the certainty of His offer of eternal life."For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." This passage is a twenty-six-word parade of hope. A verse brief enough to write on a napkin or memorize in a moment...and solid enough to weather 2,000 years of storms and questions.With deeply personal accounts of the way this verse shaped Max's own faith journey, this study will reveal the gospel story surrounding the promise and unpack God's plan of restoration from the human problems of sin and death. If you know nothing about the Bible, the promise of John 3:16 is where to start.It's time to live as if you've been "born again", as if you've already been redeemed. It's time to live into the promise, to trust it—so much that this message of God's unending love overflows from you to the world.This video 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 five video sessions online (DVD also available separately).Streaming video access code included. Access code subject to expiration after 12/31/2027. 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.
Why Is Christianity So Hard?
By Michael F. Annanie. 2020
Christianity is hard. Having faith today is difficult at best. Our faith will be tested by God, Satan, society, our…
loved ones and ourselves. Why is the gate narrow? Why do we need to share in the sufferings of Christ? Why is evil in the world? Why did you give us free will to choose? Why is the message of the Gospel foolishness to most people? Doesn&’t God want all to come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. Why is it so hard for us to believe you? Frustrated with the struggles to maintain his faith, the author works through some of the hard questions that Christians will be asked and may have asked themselves.God works through the least likely to accomplish His purpose and will. Written by a soldier for Christ, this book organizes biblical truths to enable the reader to formulate their own beliefs based on the word of God. After years of seeking God through studying, attending and leading classes, the author presents what the Bible says about key issues in the believers walk of faith.&“For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world--our faith&” (1 John 5:4 NKJV).
Drama, Skits, and Sketches 2 (The Ideas Library)
By Youth Specialties. 1998
Here are 62 brand-new, youth-group-tested scripts you can use to introduce a topic with flair . . . To retell…
a Bible story with humor . . . To apply your lessons with poignancy. And they're flexible, too -- have fun with them as informal, no-prep reader's theater, or rehearse them seriously for polished performances. - Scripture Sketches . . . Don't despair if your students can't tell the difference between Beelzebub and Barnabas -- the Bible will be brought to life for them as they act out scriptural episodes, stories, and passages. (And on page 6 is an index to all this book's scripts by Bible reference. Teaching the Prodigal Son? 1 Corinthians? Exodus? We've got a script for you!) - Contemporary Sketches . . . Off with the togas, on with the tank tops. Here are right-now, real-life scripts for everything from event announcements (that you can tailor to your own events) to dealing with emotional scars. Thanks to the topical index on page 7, you can zip right to the script that fits your meeting. - TV Takeoffs . . . In a TV world of talk shows and sitcoms, sketches based on TV shows always kick off lively discussions. Since all these scripts are also humorous, they're great as openers at camps and conferences, too. - Monologues . . . Does your youth group's dramatic talent reside in only one or two students? Or do you want to raise interest in starting a drama ministry? A monologue is your ticket -- one-person scripts that require little or no costumes or props, yet can be as powerful as a three-act play. - To the Tune of CCM (And More) . . . Take the music many of your students listen to, and use it for dramatic purposes! These scripts each use a song by a Christian artist (or a song whose lyrics encourage or challenge Christians).
Morning Musings: Weekly Encouragement for the Educator’s Soul
By Stacey Reed. 2019
With school violence, insufficient resources, overcrowded classrooms, and inadequate pay, educators encounter a variety of challenges that can potentially pollute…
their souls. If allowed, such pollution can interfere with their efforts to teach, lead, and serve their students.When faced with intense challenges, educators will need power to encourage themselves and continue in the charge set before them. A Christian educator and professor, Stacey offers educators weekly encouragement to maintain a cleansed soul and teach with the purest of heart, intention, and divine guidance.Morning Musings offers educators:36 weekly musings--one for each week in a semester--that includes a Scriptural Reading, Weekly Teaching, Weekly Application, and Reflection.Relevant biblical strategies to re-invigorate their soul by cultivating a relationship with Jesus Christ.Relevant biblical strategies to fulfill their duties of teaching, serving, and leading with divine guidance.Relevant biblical strategies to transform their lives, so they can transform the lives of their students.As you read and meditate, let each musing encourage, strengthen, and renew your soul as you prepare to teach, lead, and serve.
A Guided Tour of One of the Greatest Theological Works of the Twentieth CenturyKarl Barth's?Church Dogmatics?is considered by many to…
be the most important theological work of the twentieth century. For many people, reading it and understanding its arguments is a lifelong goal. Its enormous size, at over 12,000 pages (in English translations) and enough print volumes to fill an entire shelf, make reading it a daunting prospect.Karl Barth's Church Dogmatics for Everyone, Volume 2--The Doctrine of God helps bridge the gap for Karl Barth readers from beginners to professionals by offering an introduction to Barth's theology and thought like no other. User-friendly and creative, this guide helps readers get the gist, significance, and relevance of what Barth intended for the church... to restore the focus of theology and revitalize the practices of the church.Each section contains insights for pastors, new theologians, professionals, and ordinary people including:Summaries of the sectionContextual considerationsAnd other visually informative features that reinforce the main points of the Barth's thought In addition, each volume features the voices of authors from different academic disciplines who contribute brief reflections on the value of Church Dogmatics for creative discovery in their disciplines. Volume 2 reflections include:Chris Tilling (biblical studies)David Guretzki (systematic theology)Earl Palmer (pastors)Wyatt Houtz (ordinary people)Andrew Howie (mental health)James Houston (spiritual formation)Ross Hastings (science)Jeremy Begbie (the arts)Whether you are just discovering Barth or want a fresh look at his magnum opus, this series invites you to an enjoyable and insightful journey into the Church Dogmatics.
Faster sales pitches won&’t lead to faster sales. The key to speeding up the sales process is to actually slow…
down and get in sync with your customer&’s buying process.The biggest mistake salespeople make in their careers is equating a faster pitch with a faster close. Sales guru Kevin Davis shows you how to slow down and focus on the customer buying process, so they can identify and quantify customers&’ real needs--and adapt their sales pitches accordingly.In Slow Down, Sell Faster!, you&’ll learn how to:Match your sales behaviors to your customers&’ needs throughout the buying processGet more appointments by using a problem-focused approachCombat your most lethal competitor: customer complacencyUse probing questions to diagnose small problems that point to bigger needsMaster the complicated politics of complex salesOvercome common selling dilemmasDavis introduces a simple yet powerful method for buyer-focused selling that is practical, repeatable, and easily customizable. This buyer-focused approach extends to proposals and presentations, loyalty, retention, and, of course, cultivating more business.Packed with examples from the author's extensive experience and detailed research on customer buying patterns, Slow Down, Sell Faster! offers an alternative to traditional selling that leads to increased sales--and happier customers.
Captain Smith: The Jungle at War
By Mj Weber. 2019
Captain SmithA story of a man&’s identity being found not by what was but is to come, as past fears…
are replaced by courage to act against what was once hidden. He begins to make a dramatic transformation, due to his new-found faith in God. But can a man&’s life truly be transformed for the better? And does one&’s past simply become erased? Can a man truly live again? These answers can only be found in the book written by the author of salvation.As for the contents of the novel, a fictional series of events set prior the second world war, where a man whose past, not yet fully explained, is shaken into a duty of finding answers. Concerning lost treasures and a plan for expedition, only to find a treasure, he had been avoiding, yet to become the hope that strengthens him and sharpens understanding. As he and new-found allies are given the courage to fight back against Nazi suppression, despite all odds. As the race is on, to come to other&’s aid and attempt to find treasures long hidden, taking a stand in faith. Find the war waging within men&’s hearts to be a far greater threat then the war itself. As new-found allies to express their concerns for the ever-growing threat and evil being carried out, by their and other&’s oppressors. As confidence is not simply found in the world, nor courage to act, but by hope found in Christ. As soldiers and civilians&’ morals standards are questioned by the soon coming storm.
More Time for You: A Powerful System to Organize Your Work and Get Things Done
By Rosemary Tator, Alesia Latson. 2009
In this step-by-step guide, authors Rosemary Tator and Alesia Latson unpack the things that lead people to feeling burnt out…
and unfulfilled in their lives and careers and offer a solution to getting more of the thing they really want--time for themselves! Employing a healthy mix of upbeat encouragements and get-to-it messages, they offer a proven, practical approach for prioritizing, achieving goals, reducing stress, and increasing your capacity to do what matters most. More Time for You does this by explaining how to take advantage of today’s most versatile and effective productivity enhancers--mobile devices, online tools, and calendar software--to get things done with ease and efficiency. You’ll learn how to make better, faster decisions based on your priorities; tame your inbox with easy and efficient email triage techniques; set up a calendar management and reminder system; handle distractions and interruptions; lose that nagging sense you are forgetting something; and maximize the benefits (and minimize the time sink) of social media. Complete with helpful illustrations and the authors’ actionable tips, More Time for You teaches readers how to get organized and make life happen--so they have more time to live it!
The Women of the Bible Speak Workbook: The Wisdom of 16 Women and Their Lessons for Today
By Shannon Bream. 2022
GOD CAN MEET YOUR NEEDS AS HE DID FOR WOMEN OF THE BIBLEWomen are central to some of the most…
critical events, powerful encounters, and transformative moments in the Bible. They change the course of history. These extraordinary women rose above because God was their refuge, and now you can join them.Based on the #1 New York Times bestseller, The Women of the Bible Speak, this workbook connects the stories of old to each of our modern experiences. In these 16 lessons, you&’ll be challenged to consider the parallels between each woman&’s story and your own. You&’ll reflect on how God worked in their lives and uncover how He&’s working in yours, today.Each lesson in the workbook will take you through these exercises:REFLECT invites you to read key moments of each woman&’s life in the Bible and connect with her story.CONNECT asks you to consider how God in the Old Testament or Jesus in the New Testament responds to each woman and what this discloses about His character and how He responds to you.REVEAL provides an opportunity to identify specific character traits, responses to God, and acts of faith, as well as your similar traits, responses, and acts of faith.PRAY asks you to prayerfully consider how the woman&’s story ties into the work God is doing in your life right now.BONUS SECTIONS: PAIRS where you&’ll be asked to consider the women in pairs, finding the commonalities in their callings and challenges. Some of the women knew one another. Others were connected simply by a thread of common purpose, one that becomes clearer by studying the women side by side.Lessons include:SarahHagarRachelLeahTamarRuthDeborahJaelHannahMiriamEstherRahabMaryMarthaMary, Mother of JesusMary Magdalene
The Lord Is My Courage: Stepping Through the Shadows of Fear Toward the Voice of Love
By K. J. Ramsey. 2022
Walking through Psalm 23 phrase by phrase, therapist and author K.J. Ramsey explores the landscape of our fear, trauma, and…
faith. When she stepped through her own wilderness of spiritual abuse and religious trauma, K.J. discovered that courage is not the absence of anxiety but the practice of trusting we will be held and loved no matter what.How can we cultivate courage when fear overshadows our lives? How do we hear the Voice of Love when hate and harm shout loud? This book offers an honest path to finding that there is still a Good Shepherd who is always following you. Braiding contemplative storytelling, theological reflection, and practical neuroscience, Ramsey reveals a route into connection and joy that begins right where you are.The Lord is My Courage is for the deconstructing and the dreamers, the afraid and the amazed, for those whose fear has not been fully shepherded but who can't seem to stop listening for their Good Shepherd's Voice.
Beautifully Broken: From the Horizon Home Series
By Samantha Baily. 2019
&“The reason I left the place I did is to find a home. But I also had no freedom there,…
and I value my liberty. I&’ll not let you tell me what to do.&”Etta Alby is determined never to let anyone tell her what to do again. She&’s already spent her entire life being pushed around by her cruel, heartless great-aunt Gertrude Badger.But not anymore.Now the girl is on her way to Calico, a silver mining town in the Mojave desert. Little does Etta know that she may have to let down her guard and learn to trust others if she wants to thrive. Along the way to Calico, she meets Timere, a young man whose destination is the same as hers. Soon becoming friends, the two team up and head for Calico. With a determined spirit and a gift with horses, Etta is sure she has a chance to live her own life. But things don&’t always go as planned.
The God Who Provides: 100 Bible Verses for Financial Wisdom
By Zondervan. 2020
With so many financial pressures and responsibilities, it can be challenging to know how to follow God's principles for managing…
money. Yet stewarding our finances is a significant part of seeking God's peace in every area of our lives. The God Who Provides: 100 Bible Verses for Financial Wisdom gives priceless insight and inspiration on finance management—including saving, budgeting, giving, debt, investing, and planning for the future.Whether you're looking to align your bank account with God&’s principles or facing financial anxiety, this book will assure you that you're never alone on this journey. Each Bible verse is paired with:a prayeran encouraging devotion to lead you into deeper dependence on God and to help you apply biblical money practices to your life todayThis is a thoughtful gift for:the holidays or high school and college graduationsengagements, weddings, and first-time homeownersthose who may have gone through a financial overhaul or are starting freshFor readers who find themselves facing financial struggles or for those who simply want to align their bank accounts with God's principles, The God Who Provides is a reminder that they're never alone on the journey toward discovering God's peace and provision. Reflect on biblical principles, reset your finances, and discover God's peace and provision.
America's Religious History: Faith, Politics, and the Shaping of a Nation
By Thomas S. Kidd. 2019
Religion, race, and American history.America's Religious History is an up-to-date, narrative-based introduction to the unique role of faith in American…
history. Moving beyond present-day polemics to understand the challenges and nuances of our religious past, leading historian Thomas S. Kidd interweaves religious history and key events from the larger story of American history, including:The Great AwakeningThe American RevolutionSlavery and the Civil WarCivil rights and church-state controversyImmigration, religious diversity, and the culture warsUseful for both classroom and personal study, America's Religious History provides a balanced, authoritative assessment of how faith has shaped American life and politics.
Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation
By Collin Hansen. 2023
The untold story of the people, the books, the lectures, and ultimately the God who formed and shaped the life…
of the late Timothy Keller.Millions have read books and listened to sermons by Timothy Keller. But who impacted his own thinking, and what shaped his spiritual growth and ministry priorities? With full access to Keller's personal notes and sermons—as well as exclusive interviews with family members and longtime friends—Collin Hansen takes readers behind the scenes of one of the 21st century's most influential church leaders.For the first time, Hansen introduces readers to Keller's early years: the home where he learned to tell stories from the trees, the church where he learned to care for souls, and the city that lifted him to the international fame he never wanted.This unique biography will allow you to:Understand the principles and practices that allowed Keller to synthesize so many different influences in a coherent ministry.Take the best of Keller's preaching and teaching to meet emerging challenges in the 21st century.Develop your own historical, theological, and cultural perspectives to shape your leadership. The story of Timothy Keller is the story of his spiritual and intellectual influences, from the woman who taught him how to read the Bible to the professor who taught him to preach Jesus from every text to the philosopher who taught him to see beneath society's surface.
It's Still Possible: 100 Reminders That God Can Do All Things
By Karen Moore. 2020
Nothing is impossible with God. Whether you are 15 or 85, God is still able to create greatness in your…
life. Building and mending relationships, navigating major life events, and new beginnings are all possible with Him. God not only knows your longings, He provides for them.It&’s Still Possible by award-winning author Karen Moore includes:100 devotions focused on possibility, hope, and faithScripture verses and heartfelt prayersReflections for deeper connectionReadings for people encountering disappointment and discouragement, such as Believe the Impossible, It&’s a New Day, and Abundant LifeThis is perfect for anyone who longs to draw closer to our generous Creator and feel uplifted and encouraged that with God anything is possible. It&’s Still Possible is a great gift for Mother&’s Day, International Friendship Day, birthdays, anniversaries, and even as a self-purchase.God promises us abundant joy—even in the middle of the mess. After all, in God&’s hands, all things are possible.
Always A Brother
By Michael Shenk. 2020
Who is Johnny Amund? He would describe himself as a frustrated man, a log-truck driver and mediocre employee. Mary Amund…
would explain it differently; the serious and purposeful young man she married has been dealt blows that are twisting him into a bitter recluse who doesn&’t seem to care anymore.An altercation at work gets Johnny&’s attention and embarrassed, he evaluates his lifestyle and choices. Johnny realizes his life and marriage are worth saving and begins trying. Mary is ecstatic to see changes in her husband and is encouraged by her father to stick with the big trucker. When logging operations are shut-down during fire season, they take a trip and Johnny realizes what he has been taking for granted--a caring wife who has supported him through his pain and anger. Staggered by the sadness and loss his actions have caused, and how close he is to losing her, Johnny sets his mind to make things right.The changes in Johnny are noticed and appreciated by his boss and coworkers and friendships grow. When a violent abduction of a newly hired trucker occurs, Johnny is surprised at how swiftly he moves from spectator to active participant, and the measure of trust he has recently earned propels him into new responsibility. Reflection on training he received as a child helps Johnny become the solid and caring person he used to be.Unanswered questions abound regarding the abduction and through the busy winter, fear and uncertainty in the company give Johnny and Mary opportunity to share their growing strength with coworkers and in doing so, build rich friendships. At the same time, circumstances from Johnny&’s past loom large. Mary helps him as he does his best to remember the positive and not obsess about the unknown. But when an unexpected and tragic message from the past arrives, Mary worries their newfound happiness will not survive.Set in the beautiful Central Interior of British Columbia, this story revolves around an old Norse proverb and a young man with no blood family who reclaims his life and in doing so becomes the true brother he was expected to be.
With over 300 of the quintessential recipes for your cast-iron cookware, this cookbook covers it all!The cast-iron is back—and chefs…
of all skill levels are learning just how easy it is to incorporate it into their kitchens...no non-stick coatings to worry about scratching or overheating. You&’ll notice the difference in the taste and texture of your food immediately. From stovetop to oven to table—no cookware is quite as versatile (or as quintessential) as tried-and-true cast-iron…and The Complete Cast-Iron Cookbook is sure to be your new favorite kitchen staple!This guide to cooking with cast-iron includes:More than 300 recipes created with your cast-iron included, including gluten-free and vegetarian optionsTips on how to to care for and store your cast-iron so it last for years to comeFocused chapters dedicated to breakfast treats & pastries, crusts & breads, entrees, side dishes, and dessertsOnce you try any one of these amazing recipes with your favorite cast-iron pan, you&’ll find there&’s no need to ever put it away…because you&’re sure to be using it every day!
What Matters Most: When NO Is Better Than YES
By Doug Fields. 2007
This small book will call to you on days that the janitor reads you the riot act, the church secretary…
jumps down your throat and those home school parents just won’t leave you alone. In this book, Doug Fields shares the wisdom that has helped him survive over 25 years in ministry: Just say No. That two letter word (that often feels like a four letter word to some people!) has the power to help you stay in ministry for the long haul and keep your family intact and thriving. From the book: Jesus said “no” to good things… “no” to significant things… “no” to important people. He was 100%God/100% human and he had limits. He needed solitude. He needed time to reflect and pray and nourish his spiritual life and time away from those bonehead disciples. He needed space. And, Jesus had a lot to do. You try being the Savior of the world! He had a short window to accomplish his life mission and yet he seemed to prioritize and live so different than we do. To say “no” in ministry is to be radical…to be radical is to be counter-cultural…to be counter-cultural is to be like Jesus…to be like Jesus should become our goal.
FRAMES Season 1: Exploring Nine Critical Issues of Our Times (Frames)
By Zondervan. 2015
FRAMES is a series of mini-books that address the critical issues of our day and equips you to live a…
more meaningful life in the midst of complicated times. This compilation includes all nine of the FRAMES in Season 1 in one softcover book. Each FRAME includes compelling research from Barna Group, full-color infographics, thoughtful commentary and insights from experts, and provocative questions that help you and your book club, small group, or social media group to have meaningful discussion.
Glow: 90 Days to Create Your Vibrant Life from Within
By Dr Stacie Stephenson. 2023
Transform your health with morning and evening meditations grounded in Dr. Stacie Stephenson's holistic approach to physical and mental wellness…
that centers around a VIBRANT lifestyle.No matter where you are in your pursuit of a healthier life, in just minutes each day, you can shine like never before! In this powerful book of meditations, inspirations, and motivations, functional medicine expert and bestselling author Dr. Stacie Stephenson provides an accessible and exciting plan to incorporate mindfulness practices into your mornings and evenings that can enhance your mindset, health, nutrition, and quality of life.Each day of the week in Glow focuses on one area of Dr. Stacie's VIBRANT strategy:Voice: how you talk to others and express yourselfIntuition: how you listen to your inner voiceBalance: how you juggle your many responsibilitiesRejuvenation: how to slow down and find restorationAbundance: how to fill your life with good thingsNurturing: how to love others wellThoughtfulness: how you can more mindfully embrace gratitude, kindness, and joy You'll also find weekly themes to help you develop a clear mindset and renewed sense of well-being in core areas of your life, including self-care, relationships, rest, communication, creativity, and nature.As Dr. Stacie has seen in her own life and in her years as a healthcare practitioner and nutritionist specializing in integrative medicine, the small things we do over time create life-changing shifts. Wherever your starting point, Glow helps you launch your journey to a more joyful, fulfilled, and luminous you.