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Giant Killers: Crushing Strongholds, Securing Freedom in Your Life
by Dennis JerniganWorship leader Dennis Jernigan opens his heart to help you overcome the persistent problems in your life.Persistent sins. Troublesome fears. Powerful addictions. Is there any hope of overcoming these giants that keep us from experiencing God's freedom?Dennis Jernigan enthusiastically answers, "Yes." And he shares his personal story to show how God has helped him overcome the giants in his life.In Giant Killers you'll meet Goliath and other giants in the Bible that represent overwhelming problems that plague everyone-fear, discouragement, shame, and more. And you'll discover five God-given "stones" that, when fired from a sling, are sure to fell these giants.Having overcome homosexuality-a behavior pattern many consider unchangeable-Dennis Jernigan speaks with authority on the subject of defeating spiritual enemies. Through his inspiring devotional approach, you'll draw closer to God, the source of all power for victory.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Giant in Chains: China, Today and Tomorrow
by John Warwick Montgomery"God is the author of all genuine liberty, for His act on the cross for us provides the only ultimate liberation from our self-centeredness" -- Dr. John Warwick Montgomery Tiananmen Square. Two words that will not blow away in the winds of time. What do they mean to you? Can you make sense of the violence? Do you understand why? John Warwick Montgomery was there and as an eyewitness provides answers to such questions in his intriguing book, Giant in Chains. Using his wide knowledge of China, he analyses the various forces that have shaped that country's destiny: the legacy of Imperial Chinaits historical resistance to anything foreignthe influence of the three religions of Chinathe checkered history of its Christian churchthe Chinese brand of Marxism that filled a spiritual vacuum Out of bloodshed and repression, Professor Montgomery sees a vision of hope for the future. This latest edition of Giant in Chains contains a number of new theological and apologetics essays that reinforce the arguments of this timely and important book.
Giants Walked Among Us: The Story of Paul and Ina Bartel (The\jaffray Collection Of Missionary Portraits Ser.)
by Anthony G. BollbackPaul and Ina Bartel loved China and loved the Chinese people. It was only natural, for their parents on both sides were also missionaries to China. Paul first met Ina at the missionary boarding school, but it would be years before they married.The lot of pioneer missionaries in early 20th-century China was grim. Ragtag bandit bands constantly clashed with undisciplined soldiers. Blood flowed. Bullets flew. But that did not deter Paul and Ina, for the situation was even worse for Chinese Christians. In many places, martyrdom was something to be expected. The lives of the Bartels can be described only partially in these pages. Marked by incredible commitment, relentless vision and godly grace, the influence of Paul and Ina Bartel continues to reach the worldwide community of their beloved Chinese.
Giants Walked Among Us: The Story of Paul and Ina Bartel (The\jaffray Collection Of Missionary Portraits Ser.)
by Anthony G. BollbackPaul and Ina Bartel loved China and loved the Chinese people. It was only natural, for their parents on both sides were also missionaries to China. Paul first met Ina at the missionary boarding school, but it would be years before they married.The lot of pioneer missionaries in early 20th-century China was grim. Ragtag bandit bands constantly clashed with undisciplined soldiers. Blood flowed. Bullets flew. But that did not deter Paul and Ina, for the situation was even worse for Chinese Christians. In many places, martyrdom was something to be expected. The lives of the Bartels can be described only partially in these pages. Marked by incredible commitment, relentless vision and godly grace, the influence of Paul and Ina Bartel continues to reach the worldwide community of their beloved Chinese.
Gibbon’s Christianity: Religion, Reason, and the Fall of Rome
by Hugh LiebertThere has never been much doubt about the faith of the “infidel historian” Edward Gibbon. But for all of Gibbon’s skepticism regarding Christianity’s central doctrines, the author of The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire did not merely seek to oppose Christianity; he confronted it as a philosophical and historical puzzle. Gibbon’s Christianity tallies the results and conditions of that confrontation.Using rich correspondence, private journals, early works, and memoirs that were never completed, Hugh Liebert provides intimate access to Gibbon’s life in order to better understand his complex relationship with religion. Approaching the Decline and Fall from the context surrounding its conception, Liebert shows how Gibbon adapted explanations of the Roman republic’s rise to account for a new spiritual republic and, subsequently, the rise of modern Europe. Taken together, Liebert’s analysis of this context, including the nuance of Gibbon’s relationship to Christianity, and his readings of Gibbon’s better- and lesser-known texts suggest a historian more eager to comprehend Christianity’s worldly power than to sneer at or dismiss it.Eminently readable and wholly accessible to anyone interested in or familiar with the Decline and Fall, this groundbreaking reassessment of Gibbon’s most famous work will appeal especially to scholars of eighteenth-century studies.
Gideon's Call: A Novel
by Peter LeavellAuthor Peter Leavell forges an unprecedented tale of tragedy and triumph amid the backdrop of the Civil War through the story of Tad, a very clever slave boy who comes of age as America's war reaches the sea islands of South Carolina. Tad's desire to better himself is obstructed by the color of his skin, until Northern soldiers force the evacuation of white plantation owners, setting 10,000 slaves free in a single day. These circumstances seem like a dream, except that the newly freed slaves have no money, no education, and little hope for the future-unless someone rises up to lead them. Based on true events, Gideon's Call is the dramatic tale of a young man who battles the shame of his past and faces the horrors of war and unimaginable prejudice to become the deliverer of thousands of freed slaves.
Gideon's People
by Carolyn MeyerJews don't eat meat from a pig. Amish don't wear buttons. But two boys from extremely different cultures discover how similar they really are. "The story is fascinating as an in-depth examination of two disparate cultures that the boys discover share many of the commonalities of the human experience; it's also a great coming-of-age novel, inhabited by people who may dress and speak differently from many readers but whose actions are entirely understandable. "-Kirkus Reviews
Gideon's Torch
by Charles Colson Ellen VaughnThe new President of the United States was running for office, now he's running amuck.
Gift and Giver: The Holy Spirit for Today
by Craig S. KeenerIn this book, the author affirms the validity of spiritual gifts while seeking to restore a biblical emphasis on why the gifts are given.
Gift and Mystery: On the Fiftieth Anniversary of My Priestly Ordination
by Pope John Paul IIPope John Paul II's newest work, both personal and spiritually accessible to all, was written on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of his ordination as a priest.
Gift and Task: A Year Of Daily Readings And Reflections
by Walter BrueggemannThe God whom we meet in Scripture is one who gives generous gifts in the wonder of creation, in the miracle of emancipation and reconciliation, and in the surprise of transformation. We are invited to receive those abundant gifts on a daily basis, with a posture of anticipation, awe, and gratitude. In response, we accept the worthy task of daily discipleship. <P><P>Gift and Task is an original collection of 365 devotions by best-selling author Walter Brueggemann, providing the opportunity to consider in critical ways the cost and joy of discipleship. Perfect for daily use, this book begins with the First Sunday of Advent and provides insightful reflection and thought-provoking commentary on the Scriptures for each day of the year. Brueggemann guides disciples with wisdom and encouragement for our never-ending walk along God's challenging, grace-filled path throughout the Christian year.
Gift from the Heart
by Irene HannonTHE BEST GIFTBlake Williams owes everything to Jo, the woman who put him through school. And he won't let her flighty niece ruin the bookstore Jo left to her! Forced to work together, A. J. and Blake can't stand each other--right up until they can't stand to be apart. GIFT FROM THE HEARTBurned by their pasts, Dr. Adam Wright and Clare Randall guard their hearts. Yet a legacy in Aunt Jo's will brings them together when Clare becomes nanny to Adam's daughter. The "temporary" arrangement grows into something more as the lonely pair finds new love together.
Gift from the Heart
by Irene HannonA Legacy of LoveSince the death of his wife, Dr. Adam Wright has his hands full practicing medicine and trying to raise his willful eleven-year-old daughter alone. What Adam needs is some divine intervention. And when Clare Randall appears on their doorstep, he knows she’s the answer to his prayers. To inherit a legacy from her beloved aunt Jo, their dear old friend, the petite blonde agrees to be Nicole’s nanny for free. Deep in his soul, Adam hopes the fragile beauty could be the one to help breach the walls Nicole—and he—have built around their hearts.Originally published in 2005
Gift from the Sea
by Anna SchmidtAfter her fianc is killed in the Great War, nurse Maggie Hunter's faith and trust in God is shattered. Now an injured man has washed up on Nantucket's shore, and to save him, Maggie must put more than her skill and dedication on the line. Original.
Gift from the Sea
by Anne Morrow Lindbergh50th ANNIVERSARY EDITION • With meditations on youth and age, love and marriage, peace, solitude, and contentment, here is an inimitable classic that guides us to find a space for contemplation and creativity in our own lives. "Gift from the Sea is like a shell itself in its small and perfect form ... It tells of light and life and love and the security that lies at the heart." —New York Times Book ReviewDrawing inspiration from the the shells on the shore, Lindbergh's musings on the shape of a woman's life will bring new understanding to readers, male and family, at any stage of life. A mother of five and professional writer, she casts an unsentimental eye at the trappings of modern life that threaten to overwhelm us—the timesaving gadgets that complicate our lives, the overcommitments that take us from our families. With great wisdom and insight she describes the shifting shapes of relationships and marriage, presenting a vision of a life lived in enduring and evolving partnership. A groundbreaking work when it was first published, this book has retained its freshness as it has been rediscovered by generations of readers and is no less current today.
Gift of Faith
by Robert FlemingReverend Clint is a man of strong faith, but when an unimaginable tragedy strikes his family, he is suddenly questioning all of his beliefs. His mentor, Reverend Smart, and the members of his church rally around him, but the pain of Reverend Clint's loss is almost too much to bear. Seeking to take Reverend Clint's mind off his troubles, Reverend Smart assigns him a group of church members in need of guidance and wisdom. A sense of spiritual renewal and redemption helps the grief-stricken minister and his band of anguished souls to survive through a period of crisis and challenges. But will his faith be enough to help Reverend Clint endure the most terrible pain of all?In his engaging new novel, Robert Fleming reminds readers that even a man of God can falter in his faith sometimes.
Gift of Revelation
by Robert FlemingFollowing their Alabama adventure, Reverend Clint and Adele are finally settling down in Harlem. Adele, a former schoolteacher, explores the city and meets Reverend Evan Dye, a young missionary just back from Congo. She is intrigued with the need for volunteers in this bloody war, and discusses a possible trip there with Reverend Dye and his wife, Francine. Before Clint realises what's going on, Adele is on her way to Africa. Reverand Clint follows her on her journey of self-discovery and revelation, but will he commit to Adele the way she wants him to?
Gift of Truth
by Robert FlemingNew York Pastor Clint Winwood is still trying to recover from tragedy after losing his wife and young children in a murder/suicide when Reverend Hickory Peck invites him to rural Alabama. Reverend Peck is having troubles of his own. His associate pastor, Reverend Lamar Wilks, is outshining Peck by holding theatrical healing meetings and revivals. Peck feels his leadership and standing in the community are threatened. When a battle erupts between a group of poor black farmers and rich white planters, the stakes are raised even higher. Pastor Winwood witnesses nasty church intrigue and shocking racist incidents. The love he finds with a modest schoolteacher might be his only relief from all the turmoil. Only a holy quest for the truth can prevent bloodshed in the crisis that is brewing in this conservative, Deep South town.
Gift of Wonder
by Lenora WorthA church full of guests…But where was Alice Bryson's fiancé? He was hightailing it out of the Louisiana bayou, with Alice's heart and the townspeople's trust. So how could she believe in another handsome stranger who vows to rebuild their hurricane-battered community? Yet developer Jonah Sheridan promises to do just that. His motive: a secret— about his infamous biological family, folks Jonah never knew. As a reporter, Alice is determined to uncover it. Until Jonah risks everything by opening up…the first of many gifts of wonder in store for Alice, Jonah and their beloved bayou.
Gift of the Christmas Cookie: Sharing the True Meaning of Jesus' Birth
by Dandi Daley MackallIt’s the Christmas season during a time when people had little money to spend. Cookie jars held pennies, not Christmas cookies. So when Jack smells something delicious coming from the kitchen, he can’t believe his nose. Cookies! But his excitement turns to disappointment when he learns the cookies aren’t for him. Instead, Mother is baking them for the needy people at their church. While Jack helps roll out the dough, his mother tells him the legend of the Christmas cookie. In a captivating interplay of simple words and beautiful illustrations, The Legend of the Christmas Cookie tells a tender story of giving—not just cookies, but gifts of the heart that last forever.
Gift of the Red Bird: A Spiritual Encounter
by Paula D'ArcyWhen the author loses her husband and baby in a car crash, she began an inner search for a faith that was stronger than fear. This is her spiritual adventure.
Gift-Wrapped Family
by Lois RicherA Family for Christmas Twenty-three-year-old widow Mia Granger is shocked to learn her late husband fathered a child out of wedlock. Now the handsome lawyer representing the young orphan's adoption agency is pressing Mia to meet the girl. She's touched by how deeply Caleb Grant cares about the five-year-old, especially given his own harrowing past. But with all the betrayals in her life, Mia is scared to open her heart to anyone. When she learns she owns a lovely ranch she never knew existed, Mia wonders if it's a home meant for a family of three-just in time for Christmas.
Gift-Wrapped by God: Secret Answers to the Question Why Wait?
by Linda Dillow Lorraine PintusWomen who have maintained their sexual purity often ask, "Is it really that important for me to wait until I get married?" Meanwhile, single women who have been sexually active mourn the loss of their innocence, wishing they could somehow start again.Women want to protect the purity that is God's gift to them, and they also long to be loved. This volatile combination makes them vulnerable to temptation. That is why it is vital that women know not only that God wants them to wait, but why God wants them to do so. They need solid reasons, conviction, and a strategy that will prepare them to live out their sexual purity as God intends. Filled with powerful true stories of hope and healing, Gift-Wrapped by God provides compelling emotional and spiritual reasons for choosing God's path of sexual purity, as well as practical help for following it. Whether women have held onto their sexual innocence, have become prematurely sexually active, or have had their purity taken by force, they can express and fulfill their desire to come to their wedding day--and live out every day--sexually pure and whole.From the Hardcover edition.
Gifted Hands 20th Anniversary Edition: The Ben Carson Story
by Ben CarsonIn 1987, Dr. Benjamin Carson gained worldwide recognition for his part in the first successful separation of Siamese twins joined at the back of the head. Carson pioneered again in a rare procedure known as a hemispherectomy, giving children without hope a second chance at life through a daring operation in which he literally removes one half of their brain. Such breakthroughs aren’t unusual for Ben Carson. He’s been beating the odds since he was a child. Raised in inner-city Detroit by a mother with a third grade education, Ben lacked motivation. He had terrible grades. And a pathological temper threatened to put him in jail. But Sonya Carson convinced her son he could make something of his life, even though everything around him said otherwise. Trust in God, a relentless belief in his own capabilities, and sheer determination catapulted Ben from failing grades to the directorship of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Gifted Hands takes you into the operating room to witness surgeries that made headlines around the world—and into the private mind of a compassionate, God-fearing physician who lives to help others.
Gifted Hands 20th Anniversary Edition: The Ben Carson Story
by Ben CarsonIn 1987, Dr. Benjamin Carson gained worldwide recognition for his part in the first successful separation of Siamese twins joined at the back of the head. Carson pioneered again in a rare procedure known as a hemispherectomy, giving children without hope a second chance at life through a daring operation in which he literally removes one half of their brain. Such breakthroughs aren’t unusual for Ben Carson. He’s been beating the odds since he was a child. Raised in inner-city Detroit by a mother with a third grade education, Ben lacked motivation. He had terrible grades. And a pathological temper threatened to put him in jail. But Sonya Carson convinced her son he could make something of his life, even though everything around him said otherwise. Trust in God, a relentless belief in his own capabilities, and sheer determination catapulted Ben from failing grades to the directorship of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Gifted Hands takes you into the operating room to witness surgeries that made headlines around the world—and into the private mind of a compassionate, God-fearing physician who lives to help others.