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Veg Forward: Super-Delicious Recipes that Put Produce at the Center of Your Plate – (Over 100 Farm-to-Table Recipes for Healthy Seasonal Meals) – Perfect Cookbook for Foodies and Home Chefs
by Susan SpungenEnjoy healthy, delicious farm-to-table recipes for your family that are BIG on flavor.Get stylish, practical meals that put vegetables first, by "an authentic culinary star" (Boston Globe) and the founding food editor of Martha Stewart Living.Where can I find a great zucchini recipe?What can I do with garlic scapes?What's an easy seasonal meal I can make for friends?If you ever find yourself asking these questions at the farmers market or grocery store, Veg Forward by veteran cookbook author, columnist, and culinary consultant Susan Spungen will supply you with the delicious answers and a whole lot more! With 102 recipes in which vegetables claim a starring role this book will give you everything you need to make the most of all the seasonal goodness the garden has to offer. Each recipe coaxes a maximum amount of flavor from a minimum number of ingredients; and each tastes even better than it looks!Veg Forward is full of extraordinary recipes for ordinary vegetables like tomatoes, corn, and potatoes, and it also offers delectable choices for less familiar ones like fava beans, kohlrabi, and nettles. Enjoy amazing recipes like:Asparagus Pizza with Arugula SaladSungold Spaghetti CarbonaraSheet-Pan Roasted RatatouilleSpoonbread-Stuffed Poblano Peppers with Tomato CreamSimple GazpachoEggplant Parm and Pasta BakeVeggie Ragu BologneseMushroom BourguignonCheese Blintzes with Sour Cherry CompoteChocolate Zucchini Bread Susan also shares scores of tips with you from her years as a caterer and chef, like:The efficient vegetable prep technique professionals useA genius tactic for cutting into hard squashThe single finishing touch that transforms a homey fruit dessert into something spectacularAnd so much more Begin your journey toward veggie-centric meals that your family will rave about that you will feel good about feeding to them. Veg Forward is your guide to a healthier, sustainable, more delicious mealtime for you and your loved ones.
The Daniel Prayer Bible Study Guide: Prayer That Moves Heaven and Changes Nations
by Anne Graham LotzDo you long for a more powerful prayer life? Do you grow discouraged when your prayers don't seem to change anything or allow you to hear God's voice?In this video-based Bible study workshop (DVD/digital video sold separately), Anne Graham Lotz presents a biblical approach to prayer that will help you:Learn to listen for God's voice,Know Him in a personal relationship,and Communicate with Him through His Word.By taking a close look at the life of Daniel, Anne unpacks the prayer he prayed in Daniel 9. Following the pattern of Daniel's original prayer as a model for how we speak to our Creator, she helps us develop a more meaningful and powerful prayer life.For an entire generation, Daniel's people had been held in captivity and separated from their homeland. But when Daniel read a prophecy in which God said He would restore His people to Jerusalem after seventy years, he claimed that promise and cried out for to the Lord to bring it to pass. Daniel's example of praying God's Word back to Him is what Anne calls "reversed thunder."In this six-session study, Anne explains how we can reverse the thunder until Heaven is moved and we see real change in our own lives and the lives of those we're praying for.This guide includes weekly Bible study readings, video teaching notes, group discussion questions, group activities, and space for writing your own prayers. Ideal for use in small groups and Sunday school classes and includes a simplified Bible study track for more limited meeting time (such as a workplace lunchtime setting).Sessions include:Preparing for PrayerPrompting in PrayerPleading in PrayerPrevailing in PrayerThe Battle in PrayerThis study guide is designed for use with The Daniel Prayer Video Study (sold separately). A Facilitator's Guide and additional resources is included on the DVD only.
Transformed Bible Study Guide: Embracing Our True Identity and Purpose (CORE for Men)
by Tim Phillips RT PhillipsGod has redeemed you. Now he's transforming you. Unlike redemption, we have to participate in our own spiritual transformation...but God doesn't ask us to do it alone. The two CORE for Men studies—Redeemed and Transformed—each feature five raw and real video stories (DVD/video streaming sold separately) of men who have fought with feelings of isolation and disqualification. Through these personal stories of brokenness and transformation, you and your group will be encouraged to step out of stagnancy and into your own God-shaped stories.Sessions and Contributors include: Identity (Propaganda, poet and activist)Transformation (Willie Alfonso, chaplain for the New York Yankees)Brotherhood (Sam & Emmanuel Acho, NFL players)Choices (Jerry Quiroz, professional soccer player)Reload (Clint Bruce, US Navy SEAL)Brought to you by the men behind the organization Promise Keepers, the passion behind the CORE for Men studies is to create spaces where men have permission to be real—where men discover they are not alone with the kind of doubts and fears they face everyday.CORE is a biblical expression of solidarity that will lead you back to a God who's in the business of turning brokenness into forgiveness and pain into a new and fulfilling purpose.Designed for use with the Transformed: Embracing Our True Identity and Purpose Video Study available on DVD or streaming video, sold separately.
The Promise Code: 40 Bible Promises Every Believer Should Claim (The Code Series)
by O. S. HawkinsDo you trust in the promises of God you've read in the Bible? Do you live your life by them? In The Promise Code, join trusted Bible teacher O. S. Hawkins as he dives into 40 of those promises, giving them context and meaning. Find the joy and peace that can only come through an understanding of how you can count on God's promises to be true in your own life.Learn how to:Lead a faithful Christian life by believing in God's promisesDraw nearer to God through studying what He says to be true in His WordExperience peace amid life's troubles This beautiful book will be a favorite on your bedside table, and it makes a perfect gift for:The many people who already are fans of the Code SeriesAnyone who needs a little lift in their lifeGraduations, Christmas, birthdays, Mother's Day, and Father's Day Each of the 40 entries contains a Bible promise, a reading that illuminates that promise, and a prayer that will stay with you throughout your week, helping you to remember God's promise to you.Also enjoy other O. S. Hawkins's books in this series:The Joshua Code: 52 Scriptures Every Believer Should KnowThe Jesus Code: 52 Scripture Questions Every Believer Should AnswerThe Prayer Code: 40 Scripture Prayers Every Believer Should PrayThe Believer's Code: 365 Devotions to Unlock the Blessings of God's WordThe Bible Code: Finding Jesus in Every Book in the Bible
Healing Together: A Guide to Supporting Sexual Abuse Survivors
by Anne MillerSex is such an intimate topic historically wrapped in shame and when someone shares they were sexually abused, we may not know how to respond.With recent #MeToo and #ChurchToo movements, we are learning just how many men, women, boys, and girls have suffered sexual abuse at the hands of a trusted person, often family members or leaders in the church. Sexual abuse is rampant in modern society and now--sometimes many years later--sexual abuse survivors are sharing their stories.Anne Marie Miller is a survivor of childhood clergy sexual abuse and has shared her journey toward healing with audiences all over the world. After speaking with thousands of survivors and their loved ones, she saw the need for a fundamental and practical guide for helping supporters of sexual abuse survivors understand the basics of abuse, trauma, healing, and hope. Drawing from her own experience as a survivor and evidence-based research, Anne addresses these questions and more in Healing Together:What is sexual abuse?How can I help survivors?Who are predators and how do they groom victims?How does trauma affect survivors?What happens when someone doesn't remember the details of their abuse?How does abuse wound the physical, emotional, and spiritual health of people who have been abused?When and how should authorities be contacted?How do you talk to your children about sexual abuse?What are the warning signs of abuse?Is healing possible?Whether you are a spouse, a family member, a friend, or a church leader looking for easy-to-navigate resources to understand and support sexual abuse survivors, you'll find answers and hope in these pages.
Journey into Spiritual Spaciousness: Climbing Over Fences and Delighting in the Vista
by Malcolm NicholasWhat has dance got to do with the Trinity, a hospital bed to do with gratitude, or email to do with prayer? With these and other everyday starting points Malcolm Nicholas explores our relationship with the divine, and with the world.
God and Race Bible Study Guide plus Streaming Video: A Guide for Moving Beyond Black Fists and White Knuckles
by John Siebeling Wayne FrancisHow you—and your church community—can play a part in ending racism. Pastors John Siebeling and Wayne Francis—whose thriving congregations are the embodiment of diversity—have pooled their insights and experiences to help others have conversations about racism. Many churches and leaders have sought their counsel, hoping to emulate their success, and yours can too.This 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 (you don't need to buy a DVD!).God and Race provides a non-threatening means for pastors, church leaders, and churchgoers to speak to each other about this difficult and pervasive problem. In this study, Wayne and John show how neither black fists nor white knuckles are the answer to the problem, but that what is needed are open hands, open hearts, and open minds. Together, they:Examine the White-Black tension from both perspectives.Answer all the uncomfortable questions we're afraid to ask—regarding ourselves, our families, our work and relationships, and the church.Discuss seven key statements that they believe the church needs to acknowledge today—including that racism is a real problem, that it's more than just a spiritual issue, and that the Gospel is the solution.Provide practical steps anyone can take to become part of the solution.In the Gospels, we see how the crowds came to Jesus because he talked about real issues and was not afraid to engage in the important issues of his day. In the church of today, we need to be doing the same: only by recognizing, addressing, and openly dialoguing about the racial tension in America can we begin to work toward real solutions together.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.
God's Oaks of Righteousness: Working Together to Develop Servant Christians
by Linda PyleIn our society it is easy for Christians to become so caught up in our own responsibilities and schedules that we fail to recognize the many opportunities God places in our lives. There are a variety of people that cross our paths every day with physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Some may be passing through our lives for the first, and maybe the last, time. Others may be in our lives for just a short time. Those who are in our inner circle of friends and family will be with us for the majority of our lives.Whoever these people are, God has placed them in our lives for a purpose. We have the privilege - if we choose to accept this mission - of sharing the love, grace and mercy of God with them. When we look at those around us in the way in which God sees them, we are compelled to reach out to them.Knowing that each day we live on this earth is ordained by God should give us the motivation to use every opportunity to serve the Lord and bring glory to Him. It should give us a reason to invest in the lives of others as we learn of their special needs which God has gifted us to meet. In so doing we can be part of the exciting ministry of developing God&’s Oaks of Righteousness.God&’s Oaks of Righteousness was written to challenge and motivate Christians to recognize opportunities to minister in our world. Everyone has a place in which they have been gifted to serve, whether as a large group leader with a vivacious personality; as a quiet, caring person working one-on-one praying for God&’s intervention in the lives of others; as one willingly giving time and energy to supply for the needs they recognize; or somewhere in-between.God&’s Oaks of Righteousness was written to reinforce the concept that we are working together as one united body of Christ. We each have our own area of ministry and spiritual gifts to use for Him. As a team we rejoice together and give God the glory for the spiritual maturity developed in others. We rejoice in their strength to stand firm and live a life honoring God because of their personal relationship with Christ and the Holy Spirit working in and through them.
The Humility of Being Found: A Journey To Rescue
by Kevin CainThe need to be rescued is somewhat about personal incompleteness and mostly about God, who desires to have loving communion with creation. Spiritual rescue follows a simple pattern: Messiah is lovingly sent to rescue; each has a tendency to fight against the Rescuer; personal humility is a statement of faithful surrender and the key to being found; the greatest journey of rescue is Jesus Messiah&’s upper room to empty tomb victory over sin and death; now rescued, the individual&’s only responsibility is to bear the Christ Who bears our wounds. Such is the journey to rescue.In The Humility of Being Found: A Journey To Rescue, Kevin B. Cain writes, &“Please acknowledge deep within every soul there is division from and longing for communion with the One larger than ourselves and with brothers and sisters in the struggle of life. Every division requires rescue, and the eternal estrangement of people from the God Who loves them necessitates the greatest of rescues. And, so, whether we realize or not, each of us sets out on a journey to discover rescue. Thousands of years ago, Messiah did the same. God descended into a journey, not to be rescued, but to offer rescue. The apostle, Paul, says Messiah&’s journey to rescue each of us can be summed up in three words: death, burial, and resurrection. Whether the individual&’s journey to be rescued is active or passive, Jesus&’ journey of death, burial, and resurrection has brought rescue to all. You are now being invited to enter thirty-six hours from my personal journal. In the pages that follow, you will read my chronicling of Jesus&’ Upper Room to empty-tomb journey of rescue and my attempt, through vigil, to journey alongside creation&’s Rescuer. In the written testimony of my journey to be rescued and my stumbling over the Messianic leaf of God&’s rescue that follows, perhaps you too will stumble, welcome rescue, and rise.&”
The World of the End Bible Study Guide: How Jesus’ Prophecy Shapes Our Priorities
by Dr. David JeremiahThis Is Our Time to Be the AnswerSome days it seems like bad news all around. And with bad news comes questions: &“Why is this happening?&” &“When will it stop?&” &“What can we do?&” And most pressing of all: &“Is this the end?&”In these hope-filled pages, bestselling author, pastor, and respected Bible teacher Dr. David Jeremiah will help you focus your mind on the hand of God instead of the problems at hand. Jesus Himself revealed what to expect from this season of history when He delivered His Olivet Discourse—a sermon that scholars have called &“the most important single passage of prophecy in all the Bible.&”This study guide, designed for use with Dr. Jeremiah&’s book The World of the End, focuses on Jesus&’ prophecy in Matthew 24. Jesus makes it clear that all the signs He points to won&’t occur at once; instead, they will gradually appear and become stronger and more frequent. You will learn exactly what Jesus promised to us—and what He expects of us—as we approach the World of the End.Each lesson includes:An outline of the main subjects and Scriptures covered during the lessonAn overview of Dr. Jeremiah&’s teaching on the topic being studiedApplication questions to help both individuals and small groups delve into the content and the BibleA Did You Know? section that adds a point of interest to the lesson
Franchising and Licensing: Two Powerful Ways to Grow Your Business in Any Economy
by Andrew ShermanComprehensive and applicable to domestic and international franchising initiatives alike, this go-to guide remains the industry standard for insights on expanding your business.As an experienced corporate and transaction lawyer, author Andrew Sherman offers insider insights into unique opportunities for business growth--specifically, leveraging your intellectual capital through franchising and licensing. By helping you understand what intellectual capital is, what revenue your company is entitled to, and how to manage these intangible assets, he provides knowledge and tools to keep your business not only operating, but growing in any economy.Filled with examples, stories from the field, and forms for drafting franchising agreements and licensing programs, Franchising & Licensing simplifies the strategic, legal, financial, and operational aspects of these complex but highly profitable business strategies. You will learn how to: raise capital, structure agreements, and protect intellectual property; create market-responsive sales, marketing, and globalization strategies; establish quality control and compliance measures; and assess opportunities for mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other alternatives to franchising This book also incorporates up-to-the-minute information on regulations, best practices, web strategies, branding techniques and global trademark laws, the new FDD disclosure format, and the latest franchising trends.
All Customers Are Irrational: Understanding What They Think, What They Feel, and What Keeps Them Coming Back
by William J. CUSICKAs many businesses are discovering, customer behavior doesn’t always make sense. That really shouldn’t be surprising. As recent studies have shown, people tend to base their decisions on more subconscious, emotional desires than on rational, practical choices. What’s more, customers aren’t able to tell you accurately why they do what they do. Combining recent research findings with real-world examples from his consulting practice on customer experience, William J. Cusick examines how the subconscious part of the brain drives the decisions and behavior of every customer on a daily basis and introduces the concept of "the irrational customer." All Customers Are Irrational shows why businesses must change their approach to attracting and retaining customers, and proposes ways they can alter their strategies on everything from customer research, product design and website development to call center management, employee recruitment, and retail store layouts, by focusing on what customers are actually doing instead of what they’re saying. Honest, direct and insightful, All Customers Are Irrational will help businesses tap into the impulses and motivations that both attract and retain consumers for the long haul.
A Survival Guide to Parenting Teens: Talking to Your Kids About Sexting, Drinking, Drugs, adn Other Things That Freak You Out
by Joani GeltmanThe teenage years will bring problems that will make any parent long for the days of their childhood. However, you&’re not alone! This invaluable resource tackles all of the issues that you can possibly encounter with your teen.Oh to be able to return to the days of messy bedrooms and preteen attitudes! Now as parents of teenagers, the days have the potential of bringing us not-so-fun issues like sexting, cyber-bullying, and eating disorders. Let&’s not forget the old standbys of drugs, alcohol, and depression. As much as you pray that your child will be the shining exception, as their parent you must still be prepared!Will you know what to do when a naked picture of your daughter gets forwarded by her &“boyfriend&” to the entire school? How will you respond when your child is bullied online--or is the bully himself?A Survival Guide to Parenting Teens has thought through all the issues you haven&’t, covering a broad range of issues including:sex,drinking,drugs,depression,defiance,laziness,conformity,entitlement, and moreParenting expert Joani Geltman approaches 80 uncomfortable topics with honesty and a dash of humor. She reveals what your teens are thinking and feeling--and what developmental factors are involved. A Survival Guide to Parenting Teens explains how to approach each problem in a way that lets your kid know you &“get it&” and leads to truly productive conversations.
God is in Control: My Unshakable Peace When the Storm Comes
by Charles F. StanleyFind comfort for your soul when you rest in the knowledge that God is in control of everything…even when life seems to be falling apart.We live in a world of difficult questions:How come life is not working out the way I planned? Why am I experiencing this pain in my life?When will this season of suffering end?Why did that person have to hurt me? Fortunately, we also live in a world with the answer -- a wise and all-knowing Father.God Is In Control is inspired by a series of encouraging messages from pastor and best-selling author Dr. Charles Stanley. His powerful message is simply that we can recognize, appreciate and rely on God's sovereignty even when our whole world seems out of control. God is always at work for His beloved.In addition to his inspiring words Dr. Stanley also blesses the reader with his own nature photography, offering unique glimpses of the natural beauty crafted by our very own Creator.Whether you or someone you know is a graduate, a parent, or just going through a challenging time, Charles Stanley offers direction, trust, and hope. Let the message of God Is In Control show you how blessed you are to have a God who loves you and who is always in control.Readers of Charles Stanley will also enjoy these other encouraging books:Trusting God with TodayGod's Purpose for Your LifeJesus, Our Perfect HopeEvery Day in His PresenceFinding God's Blessings in BrokennessChristmas: A Gift for Every HeartThe Gift of JesusThe Gift of HeavenThe Gift of PrayerThe Gift of the Cross
The Radical Reformission: Reaching Out without Selling Out
by Mark DriscollReformation is the continual reforming of the mission of the church to enhance God’s command to reach out to others in a way that acknowledges the unique times and locations of daily life. This engaging book blends the integrity of respected theoreticians with the witty and practical insights of a pastor. It calls for a movement of missionaries to seek the lost across the street as well as across the globe.This basic primer on the interface between gospel and culture highlights the contrast between presentation evangelism and participation evangelism. It helps Christians navigate between the twin pitfalls of syncretism (being so culturally irrelevant that you lose your message) and sectarianism (being so culturally irrelevant that you lose your mission). Included are interviews with those who have crossed cultural barriers, such as a television producer, exotic dancer, tattoo studio owner, and band manager. The appendix represents eight portals into the future: population, family, health/medicine, creating, learning, sexuality, and religion.Mark Driscoll was recently featured on the ABC special The Changing of Worship.
One Simple Equation: F=TL3
by David N. HeizerThe book One Simple Equation will take the reader on an inventive journey exploring Christian faith by introducing a revolutionary mathematical equation. An equation that helped the author, a devout atheist for forty-two years, discover and understand with complete clarity the truth of the Gospel and the power of God&’s love. After coming to the realization that some of the greatest most promising theories in modern science share the same narrative as the Biblical description of creation, God placed on author David Heizer&’s heart an equation that would ultimately bring him to Jesus Christ.The equation ?F=TL?^3 is a simple expression of Christian faith. It is of profound importance that this book is rooted in God&’s love and His greatest expression of that love, Jesus Christ. The reader will learn why a mathematical expression of Christian faith illustrates our belief in God and Christ as our saviour so concisely.All people understand Mathematics making it a universal language understood by all regardless of race, nationality, ethnicity or language. 1+1=2 is the same for all human beings. Math is also the language of God as all things in the universe, God&’s creation, can be expressed mathematically from the swirling motion of the planets and stars and the human genome to the computer programs and phone apps we use every day.This fascinating equation will reveal to the reader Biblical truth and understanding. Inspired by Einstein&’s theory of relativity and God himself the equation is broken down into three simple terms: F representing Faith, what we are solving for. T representing Trust which is a variable that changes from one day to the next, and L representing God&’s Love a steadfast never changing never failing constant we can all rely on. Raising God&’s love to the power of three represents the Trinity, the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. The more Trust we apply to God&’s love, the greater our faith becomes.Read the testimonies of people getting through life&’s most difficult challenges by placing their trust in God&’s love. The reader will then be taken through a series of chapters that replace the constant love of God with other idolatrous terms such as money, material possessions, addictions and the self and how these temporary corruptible terms fail at producing a sound faith on which to build life giving principles.This one simple equation unlocks the meaning of life and answers one of the most difficult questions facing Christians today, &“How can a loving God allow bad things to happen to good people?&” This simple yet profound illustration of our faith reveals all this and much more.
Every Word Matters: The Key to an Intentional Life
by Caitlin CrosbyWhere we are in life doesn't matter nearly as much as how we respond to where we are in life. Actress, musician, and entrepreneur Caitlin Crosby calls us to live well in our current season so that who we are can also inspire others to be their true selves.In Every Word Matters, Caitlin Crosby, founder of The Giving Keys, offers key words--such as believe, create, faith, and hope--that will help you wholeheartedly embrace your present season, no matter how messy it is. Each key word in this inspiring book includes:Ideas for how to incorporate the word into everyday lifeExercises for focusing on the wordQuestions to guide you in prayer and journalingQuotes, lists, sidebars, and reflection questionsWe are called to inspire and serve others. Every word matters not just to you but to others in your life, as your own dreams, goals, and values pour out into the lives around you. Often the ability to help others starts with embracing the season of life we're in. But it can be challenging to know how to receive the gifts of our experiences, especially when life just isn't going as we'd planned.How will your key word help you inspire others to live out their dreams? Discover the beauty of intentional living in Every Word Matters.
Romans: The Gospel of Grace (Jeremiah Bible Study Series)
by Dr. David JeremiahJesus is our salvation...Follow Dr. Jeremiah through the book of Romans in a chapter-by-chapter study that will help you understand what it meant to the people at the time it was written, and what it means to Christians today. The apostle Paul makes his appearance in the Bible as an ambitious Pharisee who is determined to destroy the early church. But his religious world comes crashing down when he meets the risen Jesus on the road to Damascus. Paul is never the same, and soon he is traveling across the world to spread the gospel. In his letter to a church in Rome, he outlines the central truths and doctrines of the Christian faith.Romans reads like a first-century course in theology, culminating in the incredible truth that God has made a way—through the sacrifice of Christ—for all to find salvation.Each of this study's twelve lessons is clearly organized to include:Getting Started: An opening question to introduce you to the lesson.Setting the Stage: A short reflection to explain the context of the study.Exploring the Text: The Scripture reading for the lesson with related study questions.Reviewing the Story: Questions to help you identify key points in the reading.Applying the Message: Questions to help you apply the key ideas to their lives.Reflecting on the Meaning: A closing reflection on the key teachings in the lesson.—ABOUT THE SERIES—The Jeremiah Bible Study Series captures Dr. David Jeremiah's forty-plus years of commitment in teaching the Word of God. In each study, you'll gain insights into the text, identify key stories and themes, and be challenged to apply the truths you uncover to your life. By the end of each study, you'll come away with a clear and memorable understanding of that Bible book.Each study also contains a Leader's Guide.
God's Message for Each Day: Wisdom from the Word of God (A 365-Day Devotional)
by Eugene H. PetersonGrow in your faith as you meditate on the Word of God each day.Eugene Peterson, creator of The Message Bible translation (which has sold more than 20 million copies), has helped us find surprising newness in confusing or overly familiar Bible passages. God's Message for Each Day is a year-long devotional that gathers Eugene's best-loved, most powerful writing into a daily invitation to grow closer to God.God's Message for Each Day, a 365-day devotional, includes:Well-chosen scripture versesBrief excerpts from Peterson's most compelling writing from classic books, including Run with the Horses, Leap Over a Wall, A Long Obedience in the Same Direction, and moreComplex Bible subjects explained in clear languageWays to apply God's truth to everyday life God's Message for Each Day is a great gift for:Men and women alikeRecent high school and college graduatesThose starting a new jobAnyone eager to grow in their faith Eugene Peterson's insight and wisdom give the reader the perfect way to learn more about the Word of God in a way that's easy to understand.
When the Glass Slipper Breaks: Overcoming Broken Relationships
by Beth Withers BanningBased on the fabled life of Cinderella, When the Glass Slipper Breaks by author Beth Withers Banning offers a journey through the good and bad relationships that impart life lessons to prepare women for their &“ultimate Prince Charming.&”When the Glass Slipper Breaks is a poignant account of the author&’s past experiences. The book strategically walks the readers through the complexities of relationships and reveals with transparency the learnings gleaned in each circumstance. Ms. Withers Banning offers insights into overcoming the hurt and pain of a broken heart; and follows the path of tragedy and joy, and dreams coming true. Tempered with statistical accounts of the importance men bring to the life of a woman, this book is designed to guide women in search for their soul mate.People tend to harden their hearts, so they will never be hurt again instead of taking the wounds of broken relationships and letting them mature us for strong, healthy relationships. It is the author&’s hope that this book can lend perspective on the value of good, bad and ugly relationships to find Prince Charming who will be a forever love. Join the author on her walk through Neverland to find her Prince Charming and see what happens. You don&’t want to miss out on this dream come true experience.When the Glass Slipper Breaks will appeal primarily to women but also to men who are seeking to build a lasting relationship. It will remind readers to use their experiences as stepping stones to find wisdom, hope and healing from a broken heart.
The Walk of the Cross: Christian Discipleship: Dying to Self
by Robert MakrushThe &“Walk of the Cross&” is a Lenten study designed to help Christians search their hearts and souls as well as rededicate themselves to be faithful Disciples of Christ. It is a daily devotional which examines fundamental Biblical beliefs in context with several scriptures each day. Daily readings are followed by questions for reflection and journaling. Jesus used this method of rabbinic teaching when he asked questions of His disciples such as &“Who do you say (believe) I am?&”, &“Why do you call me good?&”, or &“To what shall I compare the Kingdom of God?&”. Journaling, scripture reading, and Spirit-led prayers form the foundation of this personal study as we consider what we really believe concerning issues such as God&’s calling, grace, salvation, sanctification, and regeneration. The process allows the Holy Spirit to confront false beliefs as well as alleviate areas of doubt in our faith.As for those that may be asking what difference it makes how one believes, professionals have long known that our beliefs, especially those concerning morals, ethics, and religion control how we think, feel and behave. Our beliefs do this by coming together to form attitudes and prejudices concerning who we are and the world around us. Because our belief systems work with a high degree of automation, they can be easily influenced and even corrupted by the culture of the world. Therefore, we should always actively consider what and how we believe under the guidance of the Spirit.Christians have traditionally used the forty days prior to Easter, known as Lent, as a time to rededicate ourselves to the imitation of Christ. Some of us abstain from pleasurable things such as chocolate or TV in an attempt to purify ourselves from worldly desires. Others prefer to add some additional religious aspect to our lives like a Lenten devotional, additional prayer time, or some worthy church social function. Whether we abstain or add, there is a conscious effort to revive our Christian discipleship by identifying with Christ&’s teaching and journey of passion for our salvation. Doing these activities in small groups makes this also a time to renew fellowship within church.
The Greatest Sermons Ever Preached
by Thomas NelsonThis book is a collection of sermons from the world's greatest religious thinkers. From the teachings of: Jesus Martin Luther King Jr. George Whitfield Jonathan Edwards Moses Mother Teresa and many more...These classic readings will provide devotional thoughts, inspirational messages, and helpful resources for any believer.After completing this book, readers will: have a sense of peace and inspiration that comes from devotional reading be motivated by the greatest sermons from the history's great teachers have a great resource for powerful sermons and anecdotes at their fingertips
Encounters with God: Transforming Your Bible Study (Encounters With God)
by Norman Blackaby Henry Blackaby Melvin BlackabyExperience God in a deeper way by developing how you read and study his Word. Renowned Bible teacher Henry Blackaby, and his sons Norman and Mel, believe that Bible study is far more than a study method—it's a way of life, a way of encountering our Creator and His voice in our lives. In this timeless classic of Bible study, the Blackabys will teach you how to read the Bible so that you receive the message, encounter truth, and become transformed by the Word.Studying the Bible is not just the pursuit of biblical and theological head knowledge. It is a journey for your soul into the heart of God. You'll discover:How to approach the Bible with a mindset of worship.How your encounters with Scripture can change your everyday life.How to study effectively on your own by walking through short passages from the seven types of literature in the Bible.How reading Scripture conforms you to the image of God. How to write His words on your heart so that you more fully hear His voice and walk in His ways all the days of your life. Encounter God is an invitation to approach God through His Living Word. Encounter God and make life changes because of it. Not just head knowledge, but heart change.Get ready for a brand new experience with your Bible.
The Three-Mile Walk Bible Study Guide: The Courage You Need to Live the Life God Wants for You
by Banning LiebscherAwaken to the Call God Has for Your Life.Jesus Culture founder and pastor Banning Liebscher reveals the three key attributes that will propel you into a life of divine purpose: holiness, courage, and faith. You were made for more than a life of holy discontent—more than the frustrating sense of sitting on the sidelines of your own life's purpose. From the beginning, Jesus has beckoned us out of passivity and into a high-stakes adventure with hearts fully alive, lives fully engaged, and the courage needed for both.In The Three-Mile Walk video Bible study (DVD/streaming video sold separately), Liebscher draws from the biblical story of King Saul&’s son Jonathan, who, after a treacherous three-mile hike, boldly stepped into battle and watched God work a stunning victory in the midst of impossible odds. From Jonathan's story, we learn how to fully respond to our own calling.In his power-packed memorable style, Liebscher offers fresh insight and instruction for answering your calling with a courageous "yes," and setting out on the journey of a lifetime. You are meant to change the world. It&’s going to be tough, surprising, and more fulfilling than you can imagine. You just need the courage to rise up and walk it out.Sessions include:Awakened to the CallCall to HolinessCall to CourageCall to FaithEngaging the CallDesigned for use with The Three-Mile Walk Video Study available on DVD or streaming video, sold separately.
Blessed Mode: 90 Days to Level Up Your Faith (A 90-Day Devotional)
by Kel MitchellNo matter what you're going through, one thing is certain: God is ready to bless you. Join Kel Mitchell--pastor, actor, and famed comedian of Kenan & Kel--on a 90-day challenge to receive God's blessings and become a blessing to others.Kel knows what it's like to struggle through depression and addiction, but he also knows the power of God's presence to help you find freedom and the blessings in your life. As a youth pastor, Kel is passionate about sharing his testimony of hope with the next generation, and he wants to share it with you too.In Blessed Mode, Kel offers 90 powerful, practical devotions to help you:find freedom in God's life-changing presence.experience God's power through prayer.recognize God's many gifts in your life.share the blessings you've received with others. Get ready to level up your faith and celebrate the blessings God is giving you today.