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What Have They Done with Jesus?: Beyond Strange Theories and Bad History—Why We Can Trust the Bible
by Ben Witherington IIIStrange theories about Jesus seem to ooze from our culture with increasing regularity. Ben Witherington, one of the top Jesus scholars, will have none of it. There were no secret Gnostic teachings in the first century. With leading scholars and popular purveyors of bad history in his crosshairs, Witherington reveals what we can—and cannot—claim to know about the real Jesus. The Bible, not outside sources, is still the most trustworthy historical record we have today.Utilizing a fresh "personality profile" approach, Witherington highlights core Christian claims by investigating the major figures in Jesus’s inner circle of followers: Mary the mother of Jesus, Mary Magdalene, Thomas, Peter, James the brother of Jesus, Paul, and the mysterious "beloved disciple." In each chapter Witherington satisfies our curiosities and answers the full range of questions about these key figures and what each of them can teach us about the historical Jesus. What Have They Done with Jesus? is a vigorous defense of traditional Christianity that offers a compelling portrait of Jesus’s core message according to those who knew him best.
What Have You Got to Lose?: Experience a Richer Life By Letting Go of the Things That Confuse, Clutter and Contaminate
by Stephen ArterburnExperience the miracle of addition through subtraction. Less really can be so much more.Less really can be more, especially when you're trying to eliminate unnecessary burdens from your life. Want to lose weight? Eat less. Want to improve your finances? Spend less. Want to reduce stress and simplify your life? Read this book. Stephen Arterburn, bestselling author of The Every Man's Battle series, is a nationally renowned expert on helping men and women take life-changing actions to improve their lives. In What Have You Got to Lose? he uses Biblical concepts to guide readers through seven steps-surrender, acceptance, confession, responsibility, forgiveness, transformation, preservation-to relieve themselves of baggage and to live more abundantly. Less really can be so much more!
What Hollywood Believes: An Intimate Look at the Faith of the Famous
by Ray Comfort(From the book jacket) Did you know that George Lucas produced Star Wars so young people would seek after God, or that Frank Sinatra believed in God and in the Sermon on the Mount? Which Hollywood star thinks God is a woman? Who are atheists? What did John Wayne say about God just before he died? How many Hollywood celebrities pray every day, and believe the Bible? Contrary to popular opinion, America is very interested in the topic of God. Combining the rising popularity of spirituality and the public's voracious appetite for celebrity information, this unique publication shares the spiritual beliefs of Hollywood stars from past and present. You will be intrigued as you discover the personal beliefs of Jim Carrey, Britney Spears, Bruce Willis, Jack Nicholson, and over 100 top celebrities. Martin Sheen, Nick Nolte, Oprah Winfrey, Madonna, Christopher Reeve, Barbara Eden, Bill Maker, Jerry Lewis, Carrie Fisher, Howard Stern, James Taylor, John Lennon, Andy Griffith, Denzel Washington, Pamela Anderson, Janet Jackson, Tom Cruise, George Clooney, Jodie Foster, John Travolta, Winona Ryder, Kim Basinger, Elizabeth Taylor, Katharine Hepburn, Kirstie Alley, Larry Flynt, Laurence Fishburne, Leonard Nimoy, William Shatner, Whitney Houston, Liza Minnelli, Marlon Brando, Woody Allen, and many more...
What I Don't Know about Death: Reflections on Buddhism and Mortality
by C.W. Huntington Jr.A Buddhist scholar reflects on life, death, and the ways we blind ourselves to the inevitable as he confronts his own mortality.In the winter of 2020 a renowned scholar of Asian religions, lifelong meditator, and novelist accustomed to vigorous health received a terminal diagnosis. By summer his cancer had run its course. In the short time in between, C. W. &“Sandy&” Huntington faced his own impending death, leading him to reconsider the teachings and practices, as well as philosophy and literature, he had spent a lifetime pursuing. In this, his last book, you&’ll join Sandy as he traverses the gap between knowledge and true wisdom. &“Sandy Huntington urges his readers to face up to life&’s fragility as well as its many gifts. Written with elegance and verve, What I Don&’t Know about Death is a deep meditation on what it means both to wake up to and to let go of life. Drawing on his lifelong engagement with Buddhism, Huntington remains a consummate teacher who demands intellectual honesty, humility, and compassion from his readers no less than from himself. This book is an intellectual and spiritual offering to Huntington&’s students, past and future.&”—Leora Batnitzky, Ronald O. Perelman Professor of Jewish Studies and professor of religion, Princeton University &“What I Don&’t Know about Death is a deeply personal, intellectually rigorous, and philosophically profound exploration of death, and in particular of Sandy&’s own death, which he faced with exemplary grace, honesty, and clarity as he wrote this book. This is a gift of remarkable beauty that can open our hearts and minds to this most difficult topic. Read it and weep, with tears of grief, gratitude, and illumination.&”—Jay L. Garfield, Smith College and the Harvard Divinity School
What I Really Think of You (A\charlotte Zolotow Bk.)
by M. E. KerrThe daughter of faith-healing Christians and the son of a TV evangelist are the stars of this lively cautionary tale about religion, family, faith, and loveI start my story with the day I first saw Jesse Pegler. That was when my whole life first started changing.Sixteen-year-old Opal Ringer is the daughter of Royal Ringer, the Pentecostal leader of a motley flock of down-on-their-luck believers. Jesse Pegler is the son of Brother Pegler. An "evangelist for Jesus," the elder Pegler is a flashy minister who appears regularly on television in his blue robes and gold tassels. Opal and Jesse meet at a faith healing at the Helping Hand Tabernacle church, where Opal's daddy preaches. Jesse, with his soft eyes and sandy hair, is a younger version of his older brother, Bud, who ran away from the religious life--and whom Opal can't forget.Alternating between Opal and Jesse's perspectives, What I Really Think of You follows two preachers' kids as they make fascinating discoveries about their faith, their families, and themselves. This ebook features an illustrated personal history of M. E. Kerr including rare images from the author's collection.
What I Wish I'd Known Before I got Married
by Kay Coles JamesBuilding a marriage is a lifelong endeavor for both men and women. Most marriage books cover the three C's--communication, compromise, and consideration -- but fail to address many issues critical to a healthy relationship. Family advocate Kay James calls these the "things I wish I had known before I got married": advice on finances, sex, children, and dealing with the extended family. Noting that the apostle Paul exhorted older women not to inspire or counsel younger women, but to teach them how to be wives to their husbands, Kay offers a lifetime's wealth of wisdom for creating an unbreakable marriage relationship. From the Trade Paperback edition.
What I Wish I'd Known in High School (Revised Edition)
by John BythewayThis book is about the answers to questions your teacher won't normally talk about. For example: Why the obsession with being popular? What's up with that? Why do some people treat you differently when your alone than when their with their friends? Why do I feel good some days and bad other days? Am I moody? Is there life after high school? How can I be happy? And on, and on, and on. The intent, for you, is to help you have fun in high school, to help you realize what is going on, and to make sure you understand that you can do and be anything you set your heart on. Enjoy!!!
What If . . .
by Shirley MaclaineBeloved actress and bestselling author Shirley MacLaine contemplates a wealth of subjects from the mundane to the esoteric in this all-new collection of musings that begin with two simple words: What if...What if hope is the most dangerous emotion?What if a frog had wings? (Answer: He wouldn't bump his ass so much.)What if our political leaders actually led?What if Downton Abbey was full of Americans? What if, for some reason, I couldn't be creative and work? These are just a few of the "what ifs" that Shirley Maclaine considers in her new book written in the style of her beloved and laugh-out-loud memoir I'm Over All That. In What If..., she speculates on a wide range of matters both spiritual and secular, humorous and profound, earth-bound and high-flying, personal and universal. This is Shirley MacLaine at her most funny, acerbic, imaginative, and irresistible.
What If . . . ?: 450 Thought Provoking Questions to Get Teenagers Talking, Laughing, and Thinking
by Les ChristieHow will your kids answer these provocative questions? What if. . .you could talk to you family about anything? . . .you could have one superhuman power? . . .you could grade your teacher? . . .You found out your best friend had AIDS? . . .you could exchange bodies with anyone? . . .you could ask God three questions? Their answer will spark lively discussion, debate, and real thinking. You can use the 450 stimulating questions you'll find in What If. . .? to break the ice, get a discussion rolling, build community, get kids to wrestle with spiritual issues, or just have fun. The follow-up questions--What could you do? What would you do? What should you do?--provide an added twist to the process. And the convenient size makes it easy to stick in your pocket or the glove compartment of your car. You'll find What If. . .? an indispensable part of your youth ministry.
What If 2: More Fascinating Halachic Discussions for the Shabbos Table, Arranged According to the Weekly Torah Reading
by Moshe SherrowWhat if... <p><p> ...a mohel is running late, and the bris will not be performed on time unless he breaks the speed limit on a major highway? <p><p> ...a person buys a hat, and the "cashier" turns out to be a thief who had simply sat at the cash register - does he have to pay the store again? <p><p> ...a man hired to say Kaddish does so faithfully, and finds out at the end of eleven months that he's gotten the name of the deceased wrong? <p><p> These are all true stories. All real-life halachic questions. And all absolutely fascinating. <p><p> Jews the world over have discovered the perfect conversation-starter at their Shabbos table: What If? Based on the popular Hebrew-language series Chashukei Chemed, written by noted rav and posek, Rav Yitzchok Zilberstein shlita, and translated and arranged in the order of the weekly parashah by Rabbi Moshe Sherrow, What If? includes hundreds of real-life halachic questions, each accompanied by a brief, practical scenario to illustrate the case, and an analysis that is understandable and easy to follow. <p><p> What If? garnered immense acclaim because it reaches people of all ages and backgrounds. The queries, stories, and halachic explanations are clear and simple, so that even youngsters can discuss them (and guess at the answers - a sure conversation starter!). At the same time these fascinating halachic questions and responses hold the interest of those well-versed in Torah scholarship. <p><p> Since its publication, What If? has become a beloved guest at thousands of Shabbos tables - and readers have been clamoring for more. What If? Volume 2 continues the Torah conversation, with still more unusual and engrossing questions and cases. <p><p> Let the conversation at your Shabbos table flow as smoothly as fine wine, with What If? Volume 2.
What If I Name Her Grace?: How to Pursue Jesus Every Day & Find God's Grace Even When You Miss the Mark
by Chrissie KenastonDiscover how to live like Jesus—even when you’re in the midst of crying babies, needy toddlers, or marital disputes.It’s so easy to give in to frustration and judgment and make choices that lead to some major #MomGuilt. So, what is the key for Christian wives and mothers to overcome those negative emotions and live a little more like Jesus each day? The key is to apply God’s grace to every aspect of life, and What If I Name Her Grace? shows women just how to do that. What If I Name Her Grace? begins with a very personal story. then moves to many universal themes that show reliance on the Lord for guidance, help, and grace. Throughout its pages, women discover:How to listen and really hear God in every decision and situationThe power of prayer, purpose, and personal time with GodHow to break free from the chains of guilt when they don’t feel like they live up to His expectationsHow to find courage by tapping into God’s strength, not their own
What If I'm Wrong?: Navigating the Waves of Fear and Failure
by Heather Thompson DayAre you tired of living life scared or following the status quo? Heather Thompson Day challenges readers to remember what it felt like to believe in themselves before the world told them who they should be and what they should do.What If I&’m Wrong? explores the chasm between our dreams we once had and the reality in which we are now living. Writing from personal experience, Heather Thompson Day dives deep into what makes us feel overwhelmed or defeated by the hopes we once had, the disappointments we should have overcome, the goals we expected to accomplish, and the person we wanted to be. Somehow and somewhere along the way, we stopped following our heart and started listening to the lies in our head: It&’s time you gave up on that childish dream. What makes you think you could accomplish that? Others see who you really are, so stop trying to be someone else. So we decided to play it safe and just accept our lot in life. And instead of feeling alive every day, we walk through our days numb and uninspired. But this book will help readers see how: Pursuing a painless passion means you have an insignificant dreamLiving a &“normal&” life is scarier than taking risks and embracing the unknownBeing vulnerable and admitting mistakes can lead to success quickerEmbracing failure might be the best thing that ever happens to youStaying motivated and confident when things go wrong gets easier with practiceThe person God made you to be is waiting to live life to the fullest Have you ever considered that the hardest things in life might be our greatest areas of passion, through which we find fulfillment in everything we do, from work to play to relationships to our faith? Fears and failures come upon us like relentless waves, pulling us to deeper water. Panicked, we believe we are going to drown. But what if we&’re wrong? Maybe God is teaching us how to swim stronger, to pursue greater adventures, to learn how to really live!
What If I'm an Atheist?
by David SeidmanCan you have guidance without God? This thoughtful, one-of-a-kind guide offers answers to all of your questions about atheism and nonbelief.Have you ever wondered what religion and belief means for your life? Maybe you believe in nothing at all. Does that mean you're an atheist? What does atheism even mean? Regardless of the religious background you grew up with, it's natural to question what you believe...or what you don't. Establishing your views about religion and spirituality is part of becoming an individual, but outside pressures can make it tough to know what is right for you. What If I'm an Athiest? offers a thoughtful exploration of how atheism or the absence of religion can impact your life. From discussing the practical significance of holidays to offering conversation starters and tips, this guide is an invaluable resource about religion, spirituality, and the lack thereof. This compassionate, nonjudgmental guide includes peer interviews featuring both religious and atheist teens and provides a safe space to find answers to the questions you may not want ask out loud, so you can decide what you believe--or don't--for yourself.
What If It All Goes Right?: Creating a New World of Peace, Prosperity & Possibility
by Mendhi AudlinWhat if you could...Achieve greater financial success despite the “reality” of a struggling economy? Improve your physical health and well-being despite the “reality” of a medical diagnosis? Manifest your ideal romantic partner despite the “reality” of prior relationship disappointments? Fill your life with peace and beauty, despite headlines of violence and environmental degradation? Impact the world in a way that fulfills your purpose and passion, even after you’ve established a comfortable level of success in your life? What If It All Goes Right? reveals the secret to turning possibilities like these into a tangible reality. With more than ten years of real world application in colleges, businesses, churches, and beyond, world-renowned spiritual advisor Mindy Audlin shares the life-changing strategy that will elevate your mindset and put you on course for a brighter tomorrow, regardless of your current circumstances. You'll master the essential skills for thriving in today's rapidly changing society: the imagination to quickly identify innovative solutions for unprecedented challenges, and the wisdom to bring these ideas to fruition through "inspired action." When you are ready to get "unstuck," stop spinning your wheels and step off the treadmill of counterproductive actions, What If It All Goes Right? shows you the way. Discover step by step how to bring peace, prosperity and possibility into every area of your life... one thought at a time! What if this is the answer you’ve been waiting for?
What If It Were Easy: Using Movement & Mindset to Create Success in Life, Love, and Business
by Sonia SatraWith humor, insight, and wisdom, What If It’s Easy uses a one-of-a-kind mind/body method of integrating creative thinking and problem-solving into physical activity.Mind-body expert (and former star of Guiding Light and One Life to Live) Sonia Satra breaks down her award-winning approach, the Mindset Reset, with easy-to-follow steps for setting and reaching goals. Her revolutionary Moticise program combines cardio exercise with mindset tools, like visualization, goal setting, and affirmation.Each chapter of What If It’s Easy depicts a new step along the process of building up strengths and eliminating barriers. Satra draws from her experiences as a life coach, actress, and entrepreneur as she shares how mindset tools and physical movement can lead to greater motivation and progress. Her approach gives readers the tools they need to break out of feeling “stuck” and listen to their heart in order to find a life they really, truly love.
What If It's True?: A Storyteller’s Journey with Jesus
by Charles MartinYears ago, novelist Charles Martin cracked open his Bible and began wrestling with a few fundamental questions. He asked, “What if every single word of Scripture is absolutely true and I can trust it? How do I respond? Something in me should change, but what? How?” This book is the result of that exploration.With the depth, sensitivity, and emotion that has made his novels beloved to millions, Charles ignites our imaginations as to what the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ mean to us today. Charles asks, “What if dead and crucified Jesus came back to life by the power of the Holy Spirit and is alive today? Right now. What if that same Jesus, the One who walked out of the tomb shining like the sun, holding the keys of death and hades, is alive in me? I write fiction for a living, and that’s either the craziest thing I’ve ever heard or it’s the most important word ever spoken. You and I have a King who did the unthinkable.”The answers that his writer’s imagination illuminates for us will change the way we think about the gospel and the way we live because of it.
What If It's Wonderful?: Release Your Fears, Choose Joy, and Find the Courage to Celebrate
by Nicole ZasowskiWhat if my hope only leads to disappointment? What if I embrace joy only to have it ripped from my hands? What if my celebration is the cause of others' sadness? What if my joy takes me away from the God I knew so well in my pain?Author and marriage and family therapist Nicole Zasowski knows what it's like to take a blow that makes it difficult to look to the future with expectation and ask herself these questions. Yet, as she found the courage to celebrate, she discovered God is as present in our joy as He is in our pain.Yes, God's purpose for us is worked out in our struggles. But what if it is also worked out in our dreams and our delighted joy? In What If it's Wonderful? Nicole helps you:overcome the fears that keep you from looking toward the future with joy;let go of the lies you've believed about happiness and embrace celebration as a part of spiritual growth;approach life with an expectant heart and courage to trust God's good gifts.With a psychological and spiritual case for celebrating, Nicole challenges you to let go of the habit of practicing disappointment and fully embrace joy, beckoning you to ask yourself a new question: What if it's wonderful?
What If Jesus Had Never Been Born?
by D. James Kennedy Jerry NewcombeThis brilliant book asks What's right with our world? And how did it get that way? The answers may surprise you, intrigue you and inspire you. Hopefully they will change you as they have changed the world. In a day when many professing Christians appear blissfully unaware of their cultural mandate, the authors remind us that the Church is to bear the glory of God in every sphere of life.
What If Jesus Had Never Been Born?
by D. James Kennedy Jerry NewcombeOne powerful truth is undeniable: if Christ had never been born, nearly every facet of human life would be worse. Discover what the world would have been like without Jesus, and how some of the world&’s greatest accomplishments exist only because he lived. We live in a cynical age in which only one prejudice is tolerated: anti-Christian bigotry. Yet despite the near constant and attacks against the faith, one powerful truth is undeniable: if Christ had never been born, nearly every aspect of human life would be much more miserable than it is today.In What if Jesus Had Never Been Born?, discover:Christianity&’s impact on the value of human life, helping the poor, and educationChristianity&’s impact on world history and the founding of America Christianity&’s contribution to civil liberties, science, medicine, and economicsLives changed by Jesus ChristThe author also examines what happens in a world without Christianity, as well as fulfilling the purpose of believers as we move forward.Arranged topically and presenting compelling, little-known historical facts, What If Jesus Had Never Been Born? clearly demonstrates that an enormous benefits to humankind—from economics to art to government, science to civil liberties, morality to health, and beyond—would never have occurred had Jesus Christ not lived.
What If Jesus Was Serious about the Church?: A Visual Guide to Becoming the Community Jesus Intended
by Skye JethaniResearchers have uncovered the following three trends: First, distrust of institutions, including the church, is at an all-time high. Second, young people raised in the church are leaving at alarming rates and not returning. Third, loneliness and social isolation are at pandemic levels. What&’s the connection? It appears that an entire generation is starving for the very thing the church is called to provide but has chosen to look for it elsewhere. Why is this happening? Following the model set by What If Jesus Was Serious?—short readings and engaging illustrations—What If Jesus Was Serious about the Church? looks at what the Bible really says about the church, its purpose, and the impact of its modern captivity to consumer values. Rather than an event, a building, or an institution, the New Testament calls the church to be a community living in communion with God and one another for the sake of the world.
What If Jesus Was Serious about the Church?: A Visual Guide to Becoming the Community Jesus Intended
by Skye JethaniResearchers have uncovered the following three trends: First, distrust of institutions, including the church, is at an all-time high. Second, young people raised in the church are leaving at alarming rates and not returning. Third, loneliness and social isolation are at pandemic levels. What&’s the connection? It appears that an entire generation is starving for the very thing the church is called to provide but has chosen to look for it elsewhere. Why is this happening? Following the model set by What If Jesus Was Serious?—short readings and engaging illustrations—What If Jesus Was Serious about the Church? looks at what the Bible really says about the church, its purpose, and the impact of its modern captivity to consumer values. Rather than an event, a building, or an institution, the New Testament calls the church to be a community living in communion with God and one another for the sake of the world.
What If Jesus Was Serious?: A Visual Guide to the Teachings of Jesus We Love to Ignore
by Skye JethaniDaily Devotions for People Who Hate Daily DevotionsLet&’s face it. A lot of Christian resources can feel cheesy, out-of-touch, and a little boring. But when Skye Jethani started doodling and writing up some of his thoughts about God, his Twitter and email list blew up. What If Jesus Was Serious? is a compilation of all-new reflections (and hand-drawn doodles) from Skye. He takes a look at some of Jesus&’ most demanding teachings in the Sermon on the Mount and pushes us to ask whether we&’re really hearing what Christ is saying. The visual component of the book makes it memorable and enjoyable to read, and Skye&’s incisive reflections make it worthwhile for any Christian. If you&’ve traditionally been dissatisfied with Christian devotional resources but love to learn about Jesus and think deeply, this book was written for you.
What If Jesus Was Serious?: A Visual Guide to the Teachings of Jesus We Love to Ignore
by Skye JethaniDaily Devotions for People Who Hate Daily DevotionsLet&’s face it. A lot of Christian resources can feel cheesy, out-of-touch, and a little boring. But when Skye Jethani started doodling and writing up some of his thoughts about God, his Twitter and email list blew up. What If Jesus Was Serious? is a compilation of all-new reflections (and hand-drawn doodles) from Skye. He takes a look at some of Jesus&’ most demanding teachings in the Sermon on the Mount and pushes us to ask whether we&’re really hearing what Christ is saying. The visual component of the book makes it memorable and enjoyable to read, and Skye&’s incisive reflections make it worthwhile for any Christian. If you&’ve traditionally been dissatisfied with Christian devotional resources but love to learn about Jesus and think deeply, this book was written for you.
What If Love Is the Point?: Living for Jesus in a Self-Consumed World
by Carlos PenaVega Alexa PenaVegaOverflowing with both laughter and honest reflections, What If Love Is the Point? shares Carlos and Alexa PenaVegas&’ incredible story—from the red carpet, Spy Kids movies, and Big Time Rush to Dancing with the Stars to marriage and now parenthood. The PenaVegas offer an inspiring window into how God builds young faith and strengthens it into lasting love; give insight into how to put God at the center of relationships, family, and career; explore why society&’s expectations never fulfill our true needs; and share ideas for resisting the hustle of today&’s culture and finding true rest.The world saw Carlos Pena and Alexa Vega enjoying the success of their acting careers—Carlos on Nickelodeon&’s Big Time Rush and Alexa in the Spy Kids movies. What fans didn&’t see was Carlos struggling with the influences of Hollywood and reeling from broken relationships. Or Alexa hiding an eating disorder and recovering from a divorce. Or the question both Carlos and Alexa were asking in the midst of all that fame and fortune: What&’s the point of it all anyway?Then the two ended up attending the same Bible study. There they met people who seemed satisfied in life. They met new friends who seemed to be friends with God. They also met each other. Together, Carlos and Alexa discovered that God held the answers to their deepest questions—and even their unspoken longings. Now, happily married with three children, Carlos and Alexa want to tell others where they found true joy: in Jesus.Carlos and Alexa believe that following Jesus was what they were made for—and they believe it&’s what you were made for too. If you find yourself asking, Isn&’t there more to life than this?, lean in to their remarkable story of tender faith, God&’s persistent work, and learning why love is always the point of it all.
What If On Yamim Tovim Volume 2
by Rabbi Moshe Sherrow Rabbi Yitzchok ZilbersteinThe Torah Conversation Continues … On Yom Tov!