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Advent: A Calendar of Devotions 2025
by Jan TurrentineMeaningful and affordable daily Advent devotions for your congregation and for outreach.Experience a transformative Advent journey with this convenient and affordable devotional for the entire church. Advent: A Calendar of Devotions 2025 by Jan Turrentine contains brief readings for each day in Advent, from the first Sunday of Advent through Christmas Day, including a suggested Scripture, a short devotion, and a short prayer or practice—all based on the Revised Common Lectionary. This annual favorite is ideal for congregations and perfect as gifts. In addition, the booklets are a great addition to Advent mailings by churches and an easy way to reach out to visitors and members of your community during this special season.Advent: A Calendar of Devotions 2025 is sold as an eBook. It is also available as in print (Package of 10).
Advent: The Once and Future Coming of Jesus Christ
by Fleming RutledgeAdvent, says Fleming Rutledge, is not for the faint of heart. As the midnight of the Christian year, the season of Advent is rife with dark, gritty realities. In this book, with her trademark wit and wisdom, Rutledge explores Advent as a time of rich paradoxes, a season celebrating at once Christ&’s incarnation and his second coming, and she masterfully unfolds the ethical and future-oriented significance of Advent for the church.
Advent: The Once and Future Coming of Jesus Christ
by Fleming RutledgeAdvent, says Fleming Rutledge, is not for the faint of heart. As the midnight of the Christian year, the season of Advent is rife with dark, gritty realities. In this book, with her trademark wit and wisdom, Rutledge explores Advent as a time of rich paradoxes, a season celebrating at once Christ’s incarnation and his second coming, and she masterfully unfolds the ethical and future-oriented significance of Advent for the church.
Adventism in America: A History
by Gary LandWritten by Adventist scholars who felt a need to better establish and understand their denominational identity and the foundation of their theological beliefs, this book offers a comprehensive, nonapologetic history of the denomination. <p><p> Accurate in scholarship, comprehensive in scope, and objective in tone, it synthesizes present knowledge of the history of the Adventist church in America, and lays the basis for further investigation.
Adventure Awaits (A Baxter Family Children Story)
by Karen Kingsbury Tyler RussellIn the fourth book in Karen Kingsbury&’s and Tyler Russell&’s beloved series about the Baxter children, Kari and Ashley go through the ups and downs of summer camp.School science camp is a few weeks away, but Ashley and Kari Baxter have very different feelings about going. With the help of their siblings, Kari and Ashley prepare for wild experiments and the challenges of the great outdoors, and together they learn what it means to plan for an experience they won&’t forget. In the process, all five Baxter Children learn how to make new friends and that adventure awaits in the everyday. They just have to look for it!
Adventure Bible Book of Devotions, NIV
by Robin Schmitt<P>Grab your spyglass and compass and set sail for adventure! <P>Like a map that leads to great treasure, this revised edition of the NIV Adventure Bible Book of Devotions takes kids on a thrilling, enriching quest.<P> This yearlong devotional is filled with exciting fictional stories about kids finding adventure in the real world.<P> Boys and girls will learn more about God and the Bible, and be inspired to live a life of faith—the greatest adventure of all.<P>Companion to the Adventure Bible, the #1 bestselling Bible for kids.
Adventure Bible Guide: Explore the Stories, People, and Places of Every Book in the Bible (Adventure Bible)
by ZondervanExplore the Bible like never before! This companion to the bestselling Adventure Bible gives young readers the key details of every book of the Bible at their fingertips. With kid-friendly overviews of Genesis through Revelation and full-color infographics, maps, and images, children will strengthen their faith and gain a deeper understanding of the most important story ever told.The Adventure Bible Guide takes readers 8–12 on a fun-filled, informative journey toward truly understanding God&’s Word. This immersive reference guide gives clear, crisp insights into the Bible book by book, including:key details and events that are clearly laid out, in words kids can easily understandcolorful infographics that include historical information, significant events and details, and important biblical characterscallouts with fun facts and key takeawaysmaps that help readers understand where each part of the Bible occurredimages of artifacts and important places that help bring the Bible to lifeThis book is made to be used alongside the Bible to help readers better comprehend the context and background of God&’s Word, condensing the most important information in a highly visual, easy-to-understand format, which in turn helps kids connect with the Bible text in new and deeper ways.The Adventure Bible Guide is:perfect for kids 8–12 learning to explore the Bible on their owna great resource for teachers, parents, and homeschoolers to use to engage students in the Bible and biblical historypart of the wider Adventure Bible line, which includes NIV Adventure Bible, Adventure Bible Book of Devotions,?and The Adventure Bible Book of Daring Deeds and Epic Creations
Adventure Bible Read Through the Bible: 8 Bible Stories for Early Readers (Level 2 I Can Read) (Adventure Bible)
by ZondervanPractice important reading skills while reading eight favorite Bible stories in the Adventure Bible Read Through the Bible. Combining the beloved Adventure Bible with the proven I Can Read format, this Level 2 I Can Read collection combines engaging stories, longer sentences, and beautiful illustrations, perfect for building confidence and developing reading skills. Adventure Bible Read Through the Bible:Is ideal for readers ages 4 and up who are reading with helpTeaches Bible stories in an accessible format while growing critical reading skillsIs perfect for back to school, summer reading, homeschool, and Sunday school classroomsComes in hardcover format for longer lasting durability and is value-priced at $16.99Is part of the Adventure Bible brand, recommended by more schools and churches than any other Bible for kids, and has impacted more than 10 million families to date. Adventure Bible Read Through the Bible features 8 beloved Bible stories:God&’s Great CreationNoah&’s VoyageMoses Leads the PeopleJoseph the DreamerRuth and NaomiBrave Queen EstherMiracles of JesusPaul Meets Jesus
Adventure Bible Storybook: An Interactive Adventure Through God's Redemptive Story (Adventure Bible)
by Catherine DevriesThe newest edition to the top-selling Adventure series, this storybook Bible for kids ages 4-7 will start them on a journey of discovering about the Bible and growing with God as they grow up with the Adventure Bible, at every age and stage, beginning with the Bible Storybook and continuing on through age 12 with the NIV edition. At every twist and turn, the Adventure Bible Storybook is filled with—what else—ADVENTURE! Parents and loved ones can be assured that children who read it will learn the main stories and themes from the Bible, but all within a fun, exciting theme of discovering, imagination, and suspense—everything you’d expect from a fantastic adventure. This storybook includes some lesser known stories that are particularly adventurous, such as Paul’s shipwreck on the island of Malta, and when the Israelites went to spy on the people of Canaan. The Adventure Bible Storybook was the 2009 Retailers Choice Award winner in the Children’s Nonfiction category.
Adventure Bible for Little Ones (Adventure Bible)
by Catherine DeVriesThe Adventure Bible for Toddlers starts children ages 2-5 on the journey of a lifetime, teaching them about the Bible&’s great stories and themes. It helps young children grow in their relationship with God using stories and art from the wildly popular Adventure Bible Storybook. With ten beautifully illustrated and beloved Bible stories from the Old and New Testament, this book will stimulate toddlers&’ minds and fill their hearts with love for their heavenly Father.
Adventure Bible, NIV (Adventure Bible)
by Lawrence O. RichardsReady for Adventure? Embark on a fun, exciting journey through God’s Word with the 2013 NIV Adventure Bible. Along the way you’ll meet all types of people, see all sorts of places, and learn all kinds of things about the Bible. Most importantly you’ll grow closer in your relationship with God. Recommended by more Christian schools and churches than any other Bible for kids. Features include: new timelines added to the book intros; new additions to the “People in Bible Times;” new additions to the “Life in Bible Times;” Bible book names appear on page edges to help the reader locate verses; full color; increased content in book introductions; revised tip ins; and QR codes link to additional content online.
Adventure in the Wilderness: The Journey to Cincinnati's Frontier (Barbour Book's The American Adventure, Book #13)
by Veda Boyd JonesEverything is changing. Betsy Miller and her cousin, George Lankford, are moving with their families to the river city of Cincinnati, a journey that will take weeks of traveling on ships, wagons, and flatboats. As they explore America's big cities, meet a Native American, foil a thief's plans, and narrowly escape drowning, Betsy and George just can't seem to get along. Facing one adventure after another in the wilderness, will Betsy and George ever learn to work together?
Adventure of Ascent: Field Notes from a Lifelong Journey
by Luci ShawIn this book, writer-poet Luci Shaw has given us a lifetime of exquisite reflections on nature, love, death, suffering, loss, faith, doubt, creativity, curiosity, lifelong learning—all of it drawn from the breadth of her own experience, harvested in penetrating and lyrical insights. Still active in her eighties, Luci now turns her attention to the season of edging toward the borders. Her spirit of adventure, her brave transparency, and her openness to all that life offers (as well as inflicts) makes her a captivating and hope-inspiring mentor. For most of us, growing older is a reality we put off as long as possible—until we realize with a shock that it is happening to us. We immediately look around to see how others on the path just ahead of us are dealing with it. So here is the intrepid Luci Shaw, taking readers on a virtual hike with her, with steps more deliberate and slow but also with surprising vistas that fill us with gratitude. In this book Luci serves as a fearless and eloquent scout. As she traverses new territory, she records her experiences lovingly, honestly, sorrowfully, joyfully—here's what it's like, and here's what to be ready for. These field notes will inform your own journey, no matter what your age.
Adventure of Faith: Reflections on Fifty Years of Christian Service (The Eerdmans Michael Green Collection)
by Michael GreenMichael Green shares his story of faith and ministry—and offers insight into the church&’s present challenges and future hope. Michael Green invites us to join him on a journey through a lifetime in Christian ministry. From his conversion to the present day, he recounts times of fruitfulness and failure and points to those people and ideas that have shaped and inspired him. Alongside relating his experiences, Green also reflects on crucial issues in today&’s church and world. Ultimately, he sets forth a vision of hope for the future of the worldwide community of God. Evangelical Christians will find Green&’s life, work, and ideas inspiring in their own journeys of faith and ministry.
Adventures Beyond the Body: How to Experience Out-of-Body Travel
by William BuhlmanExplore new worlds . . .If you ever wondered what might lie beyond the reality we experience every day, if you've ever thrilled to accounts of out-of-body travel and longer to go alone for the ride, this fascinating, practical guide is for you. America's leading expert on out-of-body travel tells the riveting story of his travels to other realms and offers easy-to-use techniques to guide you on your journey of a lifetime'and beyond.Travel into parallel realities . . .William Buhlman has trained out-of-body travelers in his workshop for more than a decade, teaching people how to project their consciousness outside the limits of their physical bodies and to explore dimensions and worlds beyond everyday life. Now he vividly recounts how own adventures in the parallel universe described in the new-physics theories of Stephen Hawkins, Paul Davies, and Fred Alan Wolf and presents his step-by-step guide to astral travel'including exercises, tips, techniques, and answers to your every question about out-of-body experiences.And discover surprising truths about reality, past lives, the soul, and life after death.Astral travel, Buhlman reveals, not only can expand your conscious'it can help verify the existence of the soul, teach you about past lives, and enhance your daily life. Find out in this compelling handbook for everyone who wants to venture beyond the body and take the ultimate trip.
Adventures In The Human Spirit (Third Edition)
by Philip E. BishopExceptionally student-friendly, extensively illustrated, and engagingly thought-provoking, this one-volume historical survey of the humanities is accessible--and inviting--to readers with little background in the arts and humanities. Carefully balanced among the major arts, philosophy, and religion and finely focused on selected principal events, styles, movements, and figures, it brings the past to life by including authentic documents from daily life, comparative global perspectives, and examples from literature, philosophy, music--including the contributions of women and minority artists. For individuals waiting to discover the humanities' rich connections to their own
Adventures In The Produce Aisle: And Other Perelous Tales
by Perel GrossmanPopular humor columnist Perel Grossman shares her not-so-run-of-the-mill experiences as a modern-day; Yiddishe Mama (a.k.a. Jewish Mom) with you, her lucky readers! Join the Grossmans and a whole cast of other characters from; everyone's life; for a rollicking journey around the year and around the block. From the mundane to the madcap, fun and hilarity lurk at every street corner and under each pack 'n play.
Adventures for Your Soul
by Shannon Kaiser"An incredible woman on a mission to help people find peace,happiness, and fulfillment." Gabrielle Bernstein, author of Miracles NowHave you ever felt like there's something holding you back?Maybe that something is you . . . Sometimes the one thing you need to make a change is to see things from a fresh perspective. Discover twenty-one innovative emotional explorations to boldly confront the habits that are holding you back in this breakthrough guide that provides the tools you need to fearlessly embrace your innermost desires. Drawing from her own transformational experiences, Shannon Kaiser's program utilizes an empowering process that encourages you to go on adventures for your soul so you can: * Achieve your goals* Remove limiting beliefs and self-sabotaging patterns* Feel freedom from fear and live with purpose and passion* Be unapologetic about your innermost desires* And make happiness your natural way of life By focusing on how your life feels instead of how it looks on the outside, you can passionately experience your own life adventures. By changing the way you see yourself, you can ultimately live life to the fullest.
Adventures in Booga Booga Land
by Richard MilnerOpen the doors to a new land! Meet two high-spirited best buddies, Marty the Monkey and Gerard the Giraffe, as they live out 23 biblical parables in a thrilling, adventurous fashion.The excitement never stops from the minute Gerard leaves his hometown of Toosmallforme and soon catches Marty, who is falling from the sky after playing with the latch on the exit door of an airplane. They bounce from venture to venture, presenting the message of Jesus Christ in a clear and challenging format for both children and adults.As you meet Bob, the president of Booga Booga Land, Squid Sushi, and Slim and Sam Pickens,Adventures in Booga Booga Land will captivate you with its humor and truths as our heroes set sail for Gloryland - and challenge you to do the same.Previously Published as The Adventures of Marty the Monkey and Gerard The Giraffe
Adventures in Churchland: Finding Jesus in the Mess of Organized Religion
by Dan Kimball Foreword by Wanda Jackson Member of the Rock Roll Hall of FameWould Jesus Attend Church Today?Among the top ten trends that are changing American life, Time magazine recently listed a rising dissatisfaction with organized religion. Though many people today like Jesus, they are growing tired of traditional religious institutions. Even those who follow Jesus aren't so sure they always like what Christianity and the church represent.For many years, Dan Kimball would have agreed, until an encounter with a small group of Jesus followers started him on a journey that challenged him to rethink everything he had ever assumed about the church. In Adventures in Churchland, Dan invites you to join him as he uncovers what the Bible really says about the church and reminds us that it’s more than just buildings and institutions, it’s a beautiful mess of broken people learning to follow Jesus together. As you journey with Dan, you’ll begin to see the church as Jesus intended it to be: a community of forgiven misfits coming together to serve the world around them with passion, creativity, innovation, and grace. "If you don’t like the church, or if you’re thinking about leaving, please read this book first. Dan’s stories will make you laugh, make you think, and make you appreciate the church like never before." – Mark Batterson, author of The Circle Maker “As a non-Christian, I was inspired and moved, and have been enthusiastically recommending it to my friends. This is a book for everybody." – Mark Frauenfelder, editor-in-chief of MAKE, founder of boingboing.net "Dan encourages us to break through the tension and messiness that church communities inevitably encounter to experience the beauty of being in community and sharing God's infinite love with others." – Zach Lind, drummer, Jimmy Eat World"I am so glad that my friend Dan has written this book, because there is a lot of confusion out there about Jesus and the church." – Wanda Jackson, Queen of Rockabilly and member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Adventures in Fatherhood: A Devotional
by Holland Webb Carlton HughesAdventure along with two dads in a devotional journey full of wisdom and warning.Being a great father is not for the weak of heart! It's an adventure every step of the way. Whether you're fixing boo-boos and changing diapers, or coaching soccer and carpooling teenagers, you'll find spiritual insight and practical advice in this devotional by Carlton Hughes and Holland Webb. The authors blend personal experiences with humor and spiritual application to encourage you, dad, to do your best for God and for your family. Ellie Claire's devotionals offer short inspirational readings, paired with inspiring quotes and Scripture verses to encourage your heart. FEATURES:Devotions written specifically for dadsRugged, durable packagePerfect size for coat pocket or briefcasePresentation page for personalizationRibbon markerA great gift for Father's Day, dad's birthday, or Christmas
Adventures in Missing the Point: How the Culture-Controlled Church Neutered the Gospel
by Brian D. Mclaren Tony CampoloIf you’re brave enough to take an honest look at the issues facing the culture–controlled church–and the issues in your own life–read on. Do you ever look at how the Christian faith is being lived out in the new millennium and wonder if we’re not doing what we’re supposed to be doing? That we still haven’t quite “gotten it”? That we’ve missed the point regarding many important issues? It’s understandable if we’ve relied on what we’ve been told to believe or what’s widely accepted by the Christian community. But if we truly turned a constructive, critical eye toward our beliefs and vigorously questioned them and their origins, where would we find ourselves? Best-selling authors Brian McLaren and Tony Campolo invite you to do just that. Join them on an adventure–one that’s about uncovering and naming faulty conclusions, suppositions, and assumptions about the Christian faith. In Adventures in Missing the Point, the authors take turns addressing how we’ve missed the point on crucial topics such as: Salvation, The Bible, Being Postmodern, Worship, Homosexuality, Truth, and many more…
Adventures in Parenthood
by Dawn AtkinsForget Everest...parenting is a real challenge There aren't many adventures Aubrey Hanson hasn't tried. But parenthood and domestic duties are definitely not for her. Then her twin nieces are orphaned and suddenly Aubrey needs those skills! There's one problem-their gorgeous uncle, Dixon Carter. Officially, he's their guardian and he wants Aubrey involved, just not in charge. Unofficially...well, the spark that caused their almost night together still simmers. In fact, it's threatening to get out of control and disrupt raising the twins. Aubrey and Dixon can't keep the attraction a secret forever. So they need to figure out how to be together...with kids!
Adventures in Prayer
by Sharon ConnorsPrayer has surged in popularity along with a huge widespread interest in spirituality. Yet in the midst of this, the most frequent questions concerning many who pray are: How should I pray? How does prayer really work? and How can prayer work for me? If we don't really know how to pray effectively, then the process could prove to be hit and miss – with results often being inconsistent. But as ordained minister Sharon Connors reveals, prayer is something that we can all do, and which has the potential to transform our lives – we just have to understand the basic principles and techniques that make it work. ADVENTURES IN PRAYER provides the key to successful prayer. It explains exactly how prayer works, offering a way for people to connect with a higher power, and to answer their deepest questions and needs. Sharon Connors has had extensive – and diverse – prayer experience throughout her ministry, and her approach to prayer is both non-denominational and non-religious, applicable to readers of all faiths and backgrounds who want to heighten their spiritual experience. With clear and simple guidelines, this book shows how we can use prayer successfully to achieve spiritual harmony and wellbeing in all aspects of our lives, including: making difficult decisions, handling change, healing, finding our true purpose, and bringing ourselves closer to the divine in our daily lives.
Adventures in Prayer: Praying Your Way to a God You Can Trust
by Sharon ConnorsThis book is about creating a better life through prayer. Sharon Connors tested the power of prayer over and over as she grew from a frightened, impoverished, but determined single mother of two children to a senior minister who has brought the gift of prayer to thousands. The people she works with ask basic questions like: How should I pray? What if I'm afraid of God or angry at God? How do I know prayer is working? Is it all right to pray for myself and for specific things I want? How can I build my faith? This step-by-step guide provides honest, practical answers--and the inspiration to act on them.Sharon Connors teaches prayer as a learnable technique that improves with daily practice. She interweaves basic principles with moving personal stories from her own life and those she has served, and offers dozens of original prayers and affirmations that address readers' most urgent needs. Building on the conviction that the human mind is a powerful creative force designed to communicate with God, she first shows how to focus the power of mind in prayer. In each chapter that follows, she describes how to use prayer in specific circumstances, including: Healing broken relationships Seeking guidance in times of confusion Transforming the fear of change and mastering life's storms Building prosperity Learning to forgive Finding your purpose in lifeThe final chapter, "Creating Miracles," teaches the "four ways of gratitude," which have the greatest power to turn around our lives.Reverend Connors has explored a wide range of prayer and healing approaches from many spiritual traditions, and these diverse practices are reflected in her book.From the Hardcover edition.