This book is the text for course CG-0477 in the subject area Personal Life in the Christian Growth Study Plan.

    Stern Focuses on "Jewishness" Names and key terms presented in easy-to-understand transliterated Hebrew enabling readers to pronounce them the way Yeshua (Jesus) did 1,697 pp. Presenting the Word of God as a unified Jewish book, the Complete Jewish Bible is a translation for Jews and non-Jews alike. It connects Jews with the Jewishness of the Messiah, and non-Jews with their Jewish roots. Names and key terms are returned to their original Hebrew and presented in easy-to-understand transliterations, enabling the reader to say them the way Yeshua (Jesus) did! For readers familiar with the Jewish New Testament, the Complete Jewish Bible is a welcome sight!

    It defines God's essence and describes how He relates to us. The Forgotten Trinity is a concise, understandable explanation of what the Trinity is and why it matters. It refutes cultic distortions of God. It shows how a grasp of this significant teaching leads to renewed worship and deeper understanding of what it means to be a Christian. And amid today's emphasis on the renewing work of the Holy Spirit, The Forgotten Trinity is a balanced look at all three persons of the Trinity.

    Gladys Aylward, a housemaid from England, dared to trust God in the face of dire and seemingly hopeless circumstances. Her life is one of the truly great missionary stories of our era.

    Bishop T. D. Jakes is a breath of fresh air as he shares important principles with every woman desiring to live a more positive and productive life. Take it from me, the material within this book does make a difference."--Natalie Cole on The Lady, Her Lover, and Her LordJuly 1998With his bestseller Woman, Thou Art Loosed!, Bishop T. D. Jakes showed women across the country how to heal the emotional scars left by the verbal, sexual, physical, and emotional abuse suffered at the hands of the men in their lives. Now Jakes has written The Lady, Her Lover, and Her Lord, the progressive next step for healing past injuries and moving forward into the future. The hugely popular Pentecostal pastor points out how our society demands women to be sweet, sexy, and submissive. Society demands women to be anything and everything but the one thing God wants them to be: real. Jakes advises women who want to transform old pain into fuel for future accomplishment and achievement. The Lady, Her Lover, and Her Lord serves as a dialogue between the genders, not a monologue for one gender. Jakes's answer to creating balance and fulfillment in life focuses on the three crucial relationships in a woman's life: with herself, with her man, and with God. Jakes redirects the expectations characteristic of failed relationships by discussing the many things women often want from their man that can be truly fulfilled only by God.Each chapter of The Lady, Her Lover, and Her Lord provides readers with a unique aspect of Bishop Jakes's message. Some examples:* "Falling in Love with Yourself": Jakes examines the importance of self-love and the role it plays in our relationships with others.* "Embracing Someone Else": a look at the search for a life partner. Jakes points out that we often choose partners because they are physically appealing, only to find out that there is not enough inner attraction to sustain such a relationship.* "Pillow Talk": an exploration of what happens to relationships when we become the victim of hateful, thoughtless words, and what that can do to a relationship.* "Serving the Lord and Making Money": a look at money, wealth, and financial strength in the Christian life. Jakes concludes by reminding readers of God's capacity when things go wrong.

    This practical guide to deliverance from demons discusses seven commonly asked questions and how to receive and minister deliverance.

    But it is not God's Word that has changed. Indeed, its relevancy and its power to transform lives are intact. What has changed is the number of people who consult it. Now more than ever the need to read the Bible, to understand the big picture of its storyline, and to grasp the relevance this has for your life is critical.As with its companion volume, For the Love of God-Volume 2, this devotional contains a systematic 365-day plan, based on the M'Cheyne Bible-reading schedule, that will in the course of a year guide you through the New Testament and Psalms twice and the rest of the Old Testament once.In an effort to help preserve biblical thinking and living, D. A. Carson has also written thought-provoking comments and reflections regarding each day's scriptural passages. And, most uniquely, he offers you perspective that places each reading into the larger framework of history and God's eternal plan to deepen your understanding of his sovereignty-and the unity and power of his Word.

    Understanding that God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him has made all the difference for John Piper-and can transform your life as well.Here Piper passionately demonstrates the relevance of Edwards's ideals for the personal and public lives of Christians today through his own book-length introduction to Edwards's The End for Which God Created the World. This book also contains the complete essay supplemented by almost a hundred of Piper's insightful explanatory notes. The result is a powerful and persuasive presentation of the things that matter most in the Christian life.

    The mighty act of Christ did not come to a halt soon after the events recorded in the book of Acts. In every century since the first, the Almighty has been at work and believers can trace his footsteps by studying the way that Christians of a previous generation faced the challenges that confronted them.The first in a series of four volumes, which covers the history of the church from the earliest days up till modern times. Pastors and preachers will undoubtedly gain much from this series, and those who already have an interest in church history will find the four books useful additions to their library. Nevertheless, the series is written in a style that will appeal to the non-specialist and any modern Christian will find it challenging and stimulating to be introduced to men and women who loved and served the same Saviour that he loves and serves. This volume deals with the age of the Early Church fathers and includes, together with many more, the stories of martyrs such as Blandina and Polycarp, theologians like Athanasius and Augustine of Hippo, and preachers like John Chrysostom.

    In turn, you will better understand how devotional reading and prayer are central to a stronger relationship with God.

    Beautiful in God's Eyes helps you make each day immensely meaningful as you delight in God and discover how to...experience instant progress toward personal goalsmanage daily life more effectivelytap into unlimited energyapply biblical principles to enhance relationshipsmove from the ordinary to the extraordinaryYou can experience a richer, more exciting spiritual walk as you embrace God's design for true beauty in your life.

    But it is not God's Word that has changed. Indeed, its relevancy and its power to transform lives are intact. What has changed is the number of people who consult it. Now more than ever the need to read the Bible, to understand the big picture of its storyline, and to grasp the relevance this has for your life is critical.As with its companion volume, For the Love of God-Volume 1, this devotional contains a systematic 365-day plan, based on the M'Cheyne Bible-reading schedule, that will in the course of a year guide you through the New Testament and Psalms twice and the rest of the Old Testament once. In so doing, D. A. Carson completes the work he began in the first book.In an effort to help preserve biblical thinking and living, D. A. Carson has also written thought-provoking comments and reflections regarding each day's scriptural passages. And, most uniquely, he offers you perspective that places each reading into the larger framework of history and God's eternal plan to deepen your understanding of his sovereignty-and the unity and power of his Word.

    And fearing God hardly sounds like an occasion for joy. But Jerry Bridges shows how the fear of the Lord is actually the key that opens the door to a life of true knowledge, wisdom, blessing, and joy.We all want a deeper, more intimate relationship with God–one that’s characterized by joy. But how does fearing God lead to joy? After all, aren’t we supposed to love Him and live in intimate relationship with Him? Jerry Bridges explores this paradox as he unpacks the biblical promise that God delights in those who fear Him. Join him as he unveils the awesome greatness of God–His incredible holiness, deep wisdom, and especially His inspiring love. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of who God is that will draw you into a truly biblical, and surprisingly delightful, fear of God–a fear that includes your own genuine, heartfelt delight in God.You’ll make the startling discovery that the fear of the Lord, far from being something to avoid, is the key to joyful, fulfilling, and genuine intimacy with God. It can change your relationship with God and change your life! Discover the surprising Joy of Fearing God!

    . . but He refuses to leave you that way. Why? Because our ultimate goal should be a life that is just like Jesus. And with determination, faith and God's help, we can all change for the better, no matter how long the bad habits have settled in. The reputation and recognition of the bestseller is sure to make this new edition an instant favorite.

    Drawing from two masterful works by John Owen, Kris Lundgaard offers insight, encouragement, and hope for overcoming the enemy within.

    Every day we are confronted with cloudy moral issues that once seemed clear. When did the simple things get so complicated? But instead of wondering how we got here, maybe we should revisit how we got started. And there's no better place to start than the beginning of God's Word, the book of Genesis.Part of Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe's best-selling "BE" commentary series, Be Basic has now been updated with study questions and a new introduction by Ken Baugh. A respected pastor and Bible teacher, Dr. Wiersbe takes an insightful look at the fundamentals for a life well lived. Return to the beginning and discover life-changing truths about relationships, faith, sin, and spiritual fulfillment. Because in life, the key to a happy ending is found at the beginning.

    Includes study guide. 384 pages

    However, God has provided a way for us to enjoy peace as a part of daily life. We can choose either to allow ourselves to be burdened with worry and anxiety or to live in the peace and joy the Father intended.In Be Anxious for Nothing, Joyce Meyer teaches how to draw on the peace of God in the midst of negative circumstances instead of responding with restlessness, fear, and apprehension. She reveals the nature of the peace Jesus describes in John 14:27—a peace unlike anything the world knows—and how it can fill every area of your life. Joyce Meyer explains why we should and how we can:Trade our anxiety and worry for peace and joyDevelop a childlike attitude of faithRest in the arms of the Lord.You will develop a deeper, more meaningful relationship with your heavenly Father as you understand how He cares for you. By following the leading of the Holy Spirit, your life will be filled with unlimited hope and will overflow with His peace, so you will finally Be Anxious for Nothing!

    Through his faith and selfless dedication, Moses continually chose to follow God's will through difficult and seemingly impossible situations. This is the fourth volume of Swindoll's "Great Lives" series.

    Alcoholism - Divorce - Sexual Abuse - Codependency - Domestic Violence - Drug Addition - Sexual Addiction These words are about more than "issues." They're about people who sit as close to us as the

    Can a trip to the ranch give her a second chance with both? Sheryl Kyle isn’t the trusting type. After all, her abusive late husband and her disapproving stepfather haven’t given her much reason to feel otherwise. But when a rugged rancher named Mark seeks her out she learns her stepfather is on his deathbed. And his dying wish is for her to return to Sweet Creek for one last chance to reconcile…Mark can’t help but be fascinated by Sheryl. Despite hearing the worst about her from her stepbrother, he’s drawn to the hauntingly beautiful woman. When his ranching partner suffers an injury at the worst possible time, he’s surprised and delighted that Sheryl agrees to work by his side…As Sheryl and Mark’s friendship deepens, she suppresses her growing feelings toward him. Can she forgive her family and herself before Mark too becomes a man of her past?Homecoming is the first book in the Sweet Creek Series of Christian romances. If you like chemistry on the ranch, moving tales of redemption, and second chances, then you’ll love Carolyne Aarsen’s tale of old wounds and new loves. Buy Homecoming today to rediscover the sweetness of life at Sweet Creek

    Baxter was shown for ten nights the glories of heaven—the home of redeemed souls. Included in this book are her depictions of heaven’s gates, angels, music, worship, storehouses of blessings, joyful heavenly citizens, four living creatures from the book of Revelation, and brilliant throne of God. Mary also describes heaven’s perfect order and purpose, what happens to children, and much more. These breathtaking glimpses of heaven, interspersed with applicable Bible verses, will turn your heart toward the beauty and joy that await every believer in Christ.

    If you're wondering who God is, or if He cares, let Andrew Wommack show you The True Nature of God.

    His love, power, and joy will flow through you to others, bringing salvation, healing, and miracles—just as they did through Smith Wigglesworth. His insightful messages reveal how you can…Manifest the gifts of the SpiritReceive your healingOvercome all the schemes of SatanDo greater works for GodLive in the abundance of GodFind true purpose for your lifeBe used by God to do miraclesIf your heart’s desire is to see great things happen in your life, God will work mightily in you by the power of His Spirit. You can personally experience God’s miracle-working power in your life!

    Jeffery is torn, however, when he suspects that Simone may harbor a disturbing secret. Westward Chronicles Book 1.

    He reveals these principles and shares how God has answered the prayers of men and women since early biblical times. This anthology includes six of Spurgeon’s classic books on prayer:The Power in PrayerPraying SuccessfullyThe Golden Key of PrayerFinding Peace in Life’s StormsSpurgeon on PraiseSatan: A Defeated FoeBecause God keeps His promises, every Christian can have a prayer life that produces lasting results, both personally and in the kingdom of God. Discover how you, too, can develop essential characteristics required for power-packed prayer!

    For every day of the year the beloved author of Ragamuffin Gospel and The Boy Who Cried Abba offers a verse of scripture, and each day's mediation is completed with a complementary reading from his own writings. Whether your life has already changed by Brennan Manning's dynamic version of the good news or you are meeting him here for the first time, Reflections for Ragamuffins will open your mind and heart to a profound new experience of God's unconditional love.

    But do we understand it? More important, do we truly believe in it . . . and do our lives proclaim it as powerfully as our words? In What's So Amazing About Grace?, award-winning author Philip Yancey explores grace at street level.If grace is God's love for the undeserving, he asks, then what does it look like in action? And if Christians are its sole dispensers, then how are we doing at lavishing grace on a cruel and pain-filled world?In fourteen sessions, this study guide will help you to interact deeply with Yancey's most personal and provocative book yet. If you're willing to leave your comfort zone to embrace a more vigorous, passionate Christianity--read on. And prepare to grapple with grace and "un-grace" on a personal level.You'll consider how you can contend graciously with today's tough moral issues. And you'll discover how you can become Christ's answer to a world that desperately wants to know, What's So Amazing About Grace?

    Here is inspiration for anyone who is searching for evidence of God’s presence on earth today. Join Wigglesworth as he explores many aspects of faith, including:Where faith comes fromHow to receive God’s healing touchWhat kind of faith pleases GodHow to acquire holy boldnessWhat strengthens faithHow to believe God for the impossibleWhat God promises through faith Faith is a gift of God that is available to all who will receive it. Through faith, God’s many blessings will become yours!

    It breaks down the difference between hope and faith. It helps one to see that Gods Word is reality no matter what we may "think" or "feel" in the natural while still being "realistic." This book is a must read for anybody wanting a "deeper" walk with God. Read it expecting the Holy Spirit to reveal truths to you that are easily applicable to any life situation, getting you results because of the truth of God's Word.Unanswered prayers stand between the individual and a faith life. Some have lost faith altogether. Many have turned to philosophical and metaphysical cults because their prayer lives were failures. There is but one foundation for Faith, the Living Word. As we become one with the Word in our actions, faith becomes an unconscious reality. You never think of your faith, you only think of the need and His ability to meet it. This book shows you the difference between real faith, mental assent and hope. Hope is always in the future... you never receive what you are hoping for. FAITH IS NOW! Real faith is acting on the Word, independent of any Sense Evidence. This book will explain and show you the difference between real faith and Sense Knowledge faith. Sense Knowledge faith has almost driven real faith out of the churches. "Believing" is really "acting on the Word", and Faith is the result of action.

    But the fasting believer is the overcoming believer. This book will inspire you to tap into God's power and change your life, your city, and your nation!

    He shares the story of their struggles and the remarkable lessons they have learned together about God's love.

    Discover the power in the blood of Jesus to protect and save.

    This new book deals with anger's root causes, offering corrective advice from a biblical perspective. Pastor and radio teacher, John MacArthur, Jr. has said, "This book goes beyond the external manifestations of anger and deals with the internal source - the thoughts and intents of the heart. I know of no other book that addresses this problem with such practical and applicable biblical wisdom."

    You'll see how developing a lifestyle of praise will bring about supernatural change for good in every area of your life!

    It is impossible to avoid them. (You may have one, in particular, in your life right now.) In dealing with such people, we often try a number of coping strategies. Unfortunately, our best attempts at making peace often fail. This is because the difficult people in our lives are often what the Bible calls "fools." And dealing with fools requires a special kind of biblical wisdom. You've tried everything–from confrontation to passivity. You've found out what doesn't work; now discover what does. Gain the tools you need to get along with others and conduct your relationships in a manner that honors God–and preserves your sanity!–in Foolproofing Your Life: Wisdom for Untangling Your Most Difficult Relationships. Learn how new insights from the book of Proverbs can help you respond to those relationships that seem hard to untangle.

    The devil loves nothing more than using these things to keep us down so he can have the upper hand! But God has given us everything we need to keep the devil in his place, beginning with the Word of God. To live in victory, we must do more than know His Word-we must put it into action! Satan may attack you, but he doesn't have to defeat you. Joyce Meyer reveals eight proven ways for you to keep the devil under your feet. You'll learn how to:Remain peaceful through life's stormsBe strengthened and transformed by spending time with GodLearn to conquer negative thoughts.When you put God's Word into action amazing things will begin to happen. Master these eight ways to keep the devil under your feet and you'll experience the countless ways that God wants to bless you!

    Whether you are just beginning your prayer life or you are a frontline intercessor, you will discover the essentials of prayer. What it is, what it does, and how to hear God as you pray. Elizabeth Alves takes you beyond the idea of prayer as a ritual to show how you can truly communicate with God and experience His power as never before.

    With more than 125,000 copies sold of Pursuit of His Presence, this new edition brings the same life-changing devotions to readers, helping them know the wisdom, grace and power of God. (July)

    The authors survey the rising tide of relativism in recent decades, explore its inherent inconsistencies, suggest specific approaches that can be used in the course of dialogue, and consider its everyday implications. (48)

    Journey through the jungles of Papua New Guinea as she shares her adventures bringing the Word of God to the Sepik Iwam tribe.

    Sadly, though, her skill as a journalist far surpasses her ability to sort out her troubled past. When she returns to picturesque Petoskey, Michigan, for her beloved father’s funeral, it’s a traumatic emotional and spiritual journey for Ellen—a rediscovery of what is truly important and eternal. Will facing her past tear Ellen apart—or teach her what is truly important in her life? Ellen Barrett, thirty-one, is a Pulitzer prize-winning journalist with an uncertain marriage, a forgotten faith, and haunting memories of her picturesque hometown and the love she left behind. The eldest of five siblings, Ellen longs for the time, long ago, when they were happy—when they were a family. Then tragedy strikes. Now Ellen’s beloved father is dead, and she must leave Miami and return to her childhood home on the shores of Little Traverse Bay in Petoskey, Michigan. As she returns to a world that was, an avalanche of memories is unleashed. And so Ellen’s quest begins—a quest to make peace with the people who still live there, with the losses and changes that time has wrought, and with the future God has set before her.

    More Precious Than Silver reveals surpassing wealth in the subtle things we overlook as we chase life's golden glitter. This year's worth of wise, insightful devotions will show you why nothing can compare to the riches of a heart that's known the silver touch of God's Word. Includes photos and illustrations by Joni.

    Through his simple yet inspiring words, you will find out how to…Deal with evil powersUse your spiritual gifts wiselyMinister healing to othersGuard against false words of guidanceReceive God’s wisdom for your lifeServe others in Christ’s loveFollow the leading of the Holy SpiritLearn from Smith Wigglesworth’s personal experiences in ministering to thousands through the power of the Holy Spirit! By discovering how to receive and operate in the gifts of the Spirit, you can be the instrument God uses to transmit His love and miracles to others.

    Then the exclusive Coronado Club invites her to join. She thinks she'll do anything to belong--until she finds out just what "anything" means. How far is too far to keep a friend? When does belonging cost more than you should pay? Book 2, Twenty-One Ponies: Tess Thomas is an expert at getting into trouble. First, she secretly “borrows” her mother’s diamond wedding earrings to wear to a party with Erin and Erin's cute brother, Tom. But when the earrings get lost, Tess has to confess to her mom what she’s done. Determined to make things right, Tess decides to do one nice thing every day to get back on her mom’s good side. Unfortunately, things go from bad to worse when Tess makes another big mistake! How will she ever get her mom to forgive her now?Each volume includes: fun, friends, family, gentle Christian faith, and a fast-paced read. "Byrd's debut moves along at a swift pace, spurring young readers on ... in Tess she has created a truly likable protagonist who has her share of every day worries but is learning to face them with more and more confidence." Publisher's Weekly (review of first book in series)If you enjoy the Secret Sisters series, be sure to check out Sandra's Hidden Diary series, also on Kindle, as well as these Kindle titles: Chopsticks, Red Velvet, and Daisy Chains.

    Since 1991, more than 200,000 people have participated in the Celebrate Recovery programs offered at more than 3,500 churches, prisons, and rescue missions. Drawn from the Beatitudes, Celebrate Recovery helps people resolve painful problems in the context of the church as a whole.'And then there's pastor John Baker, the founder of Celebrate Recovery... Big John and I shared something in common. We used to drink too much. And our hearts changed, and then we quit. That is a tried-and-true formula. The problem is government is not good at changing hearts. But people like John Baker have been good about it and successful doing that.' ---President George W. Bush on Celebrate Recovery and its founder, John Baker, at the Faith- Based and Community Initiatives Conference, March 3, 2004.

    These included the restoration of hearing and sight, the creative formation of missing limbs, the disappearance of cancerous growths, the recovery of mental wholeness by the violently insane, and the raising of several people from the dead. His words continue to provide spiritual, financial, emotional, and physical healing as they inspire and build faith. In these riveting messages, Smith Wigglesworth reveals the privileges that believers have and how they can claim their rich inheritance in Christ. These pages will inspire your faith and explode your vision as you learn how to…Secure God’s favor on your lifeObtain freedom from sinPractice the presence of GodTake authority over SatanLive in the joy of the LordExperience the miraculousReceive divine wholeness and healthDiscover the power that is available to you right now through Christ, and change from ordinary to extraordinary living as God’s grace transforms your life.

    S. Lewis was well acquainted with grief. The insights in this book will help those struggling with sorrow to come through with hope and dignity.

    What are you willing to pay? That's the question explored in "Bonhoeffer: The Cost of Freedom." Chronicling the life of German theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer, this provocative Peabody award-winning dramatization shares the story of one man's battle against the evils of Nazism, a decadent culture, and compromising church—something that's not so foreign to society today. Challenging and compelling, it's entertainment with a message!

    Watchman Nee is remembered for his leadership of an indigenous church movement in China, as well as for his books that continue to enrich Christians throughout the world.

    Angus had a faith like potatoes--a "real, tangible faith that will sustain us every day." This is a true account of unwavering faith and passion for God's work through one of His most faithful followers.

    This book is contemporary and tackles an issue that is at the heart of true Christianity. A book on this topic is refreshing and challenging, and deserves a twenty-first century treatment.

    Sproul on a unique study tour as he explores the major themes, events, and people that are brought to life in the Bible. Dust to Glory provides a panorama of biblical truth and a starting point to help you understand the content of the Bible. Dust to Glory can energize your study of the Bible, provide you with new insights, and improve your ability to read, understand, and apply Scripture to your life.

    These books are made to travel! Whether on the plane, to the office or just on your nightstand, these books are designed to keep up with your busy life.

    A name synonymous with twisted brutality and hate. Jeffrey Dahmer. The most notorious serial killer of our time.A decade ago his story shocked our nation and the world. But we didnrsquo;t get the whole story. In prison Dahmerrsquo;s dark journey crossed paths with deep grace.Here is the whole story told by a man who at first tried to avoid meeting Jeffrey Dahmer but later became his friend and showed him the light of Godrsquo;s love.Itrsquo;s an unexpected story of first steps in faith of surprising questions about the Bible of light breaking into darkness. A story that will change what you thought you knew about grace.Jeffrey Dahmer. Christian.Grace unspeakable.

    S. Lewis. The works are Surprised by Joy, Reflections on the Psalms, The Four Loves, and The Business of Heaven. Gold leaf book edge.

    This informative study guide discusses in depth the biblical characteristics of the ministry gifts -- apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor, teacher -- and their roles in the Body of Christ.

    It can be caged. It can be perverted. It can be polluted. This book covers how your head can be delivered

    First one, then another of the town firemen's wives has been murdered, and a third has barely escaped an attempt on her life. Incredible as it seems, a serial killer is stalking this sleepy little southern community. And Mark Branning's wife may be next on the list.Mark is determined to protect her. But keeping Allie alive won't be easy—not with their marriage already dying a bitter death.Unless they renew their commitment to each other and to God, someone else may settle their problems ... permanently. And time to decide is running out.'This tense and exciting thriller is more than a fabulous read; it has an underlying message about the place of religion within a marriage. Highly recommended.'—Library Journal Private Justice is book one in the Newpointe 911 series by award-winning novelist Terri Blackstock. Newpointe 911 offers taut, superbly crafted novels of faith, fear, and close-knit small-town relationships, seasoned with romance and tempered by insights into the nature of relationships, redemption, and the human heart. Look also for Shadow of Doubt, Line of Duty, Word of Honor, and Trial by Fire.

    

    Cries of the Heart is a book that both inspires and reassures…a search that uncovers our hidden sentiments and reveals God's continual inescapable presence in every moment of our lives.

    This book will: -Show you how prayer produces power. -Teach you the key to prayer and fasting. -Prepare you to wait on the Lord. -Help you to pray longer, with more persistence. -Instruct you on how to listen to God’s voice.

    If forgiveness is essential to personal peace, then why is it so hard to give? Whether you seek to be forgiven or to give forgiveness, pastor and counselor Chuck Lynch presents a thorough understanding of forgiveness and how it can be accomplished.

    This work presents the lectures specifically identified by Joel as the series of classes which best expressed the Infinite Way healing principles.

    You'll discover: -- the truth about Satan's strategy of using offenses to steal from you-- how to uncover your personal path to freedom from hurt-- the revelation of "sowing" and "reaping a harvest" every time you have an opportunity to be offendedKenneth Copeland will teach you how -- from God's Word and his personal experience -- you can turn a hurt into an overwhelming victory every time

    Devotional readings designed to help readers free themselves from the burdens of worry, tension, fear, and anxiety.

    This is the last volume of three.

    How do we, like Mary, create "pauses" in our days to hear what the Savior has to say to us? How do we make time for the things that ultimately matter? Ken Gire unlocks the door to change by introducing us to a centuries-old tradition--reflective living.

    But miracles? Rising from the dead? Some of the stories you hear about him sound like just that - stories. A reasonable person would never believe them, let alone the claim that he's the only way to God! But a reasonable person would also make sure that he or she understood the facts before jumping to conclusions. That's why Lee Strobel - an award-winning legal journalist with a knack for asking tough questions - decided to investigate Jesus for himself. An atheist, Strobel felt certain his findings would bring Christianity's claims about Jesus tumbling down like a house of cards. He was in for the surprise of his life. Join him as he retraces his journey from skepticism to faith. You'll consult expert testimony as you sift through the truths that history, science, psychiatry, literature, and religion reveal. Like Strobel, you'll be amazed at the evidence - how much there is, how strong it is, and what it says. The facts are in. What will your verdict be in The Case for Christ?

    

    T.L. Osborn and his associate minister and wife, Dr. Daisy Wasburn Osborn (now deceased), discovered seven basic, vital secrets or principles concerning God's BEST in life. The fundamentals have been tested and proven in the living arena of human experience all over the world. The Osborns have taught them to Buddhists, Muslims, Shintoists, Hundus, animists, fetish worshippers, Christians, and atheists - to people of most of the major cultures and religions of the free world. This Classic on Human Value is an inspiring guide to the discovery of self-dignity in God's redemptive plan. The energizing power of these vital truths is life-changing.You Are God's Best will free you from the demeaning influence programmed into you by negative religious tradition, and will open the door to new hope and to a new lifestyle with God as your best friend.

    Since its first publication, the beloved devotional Streams in the Desert has sold millions of copies--now it's available in Barbour's classic journal format.

    God has provided everything we need for a truly meaningful, joy-filled life here on earth... all because of His marvelous grace. Rest in God's grace, and let Him live through you. This book helps you find out how.

    As a believer, you no longer have to identify yourself with failure, sickness, bondage, and defeat. You can identify with the triumph of Christ! The same identical life, victory, joy, and blessings that are in Christ are now in you! In this book, we discuss how God identified us with Christ in His incarnation, death, burial, resurrection, and seating in Heaven. He embraced our condition so that we might live in Him and He might live in us! This is the glory and the mystery of Christianity - the power of the believer's identification with Christ.

    For the growing number of people who feel that life should be more than grim-faced religion, this book offers a glorious alternative--the truth that sets us free. Swindoll is the bestselling author of Growing Strong in the Seasons of Life.

    Where families stay together. Where flowers still bloom, and the front porch light still shines waiting. Waiting for you to indulge in the richness of hope that millions of Americans have discovered in Thomas Kinkade's light-infused art. And now, with Passages of Light, you'll be warmed by favorite Scripture passages alongside the radiant inspiration of Kinkade's work.Walk down the pebble-stone path in your mind, guilded by luminaries pointing the way. Then read how Scripture itself is a spiritual lamp for our feet and light for our path. Discover how light reveals God's glory, and how we are to walk in His light. Passages of Light reveals six key themes of light in Scripture, like the Light of Grace and the Light of Hope. And with each section, you'll catch a glimpse of the artist's passion for God through an inspirational message from Kinkade himself, followed by Scriptures that show the reason behind his hope. Through Passages of Light, you'll see the heart of the artist . . . the light of God's Word . . . and feel the pulse of divine inspiration.

    Addresses the relevance today of the subjects covered by the Fathers of the Philokalia, i.e. Vigilance (nepsis), Ascesis, Overcoming the Passions, etc. It is not a book for theologians but for the average Orthodox lay person. Fr. Harakas writes, "Those who read this book will come to a deepening of their spiritual life. Their heart will be touched, moved, and warmed." 6" x 9". 300 pages. 2nd printing.

    Wiersbe offers discouraged readers a positive treatment of suffering that reveals the Bible's authoritative and comforting answers to big questions. His faith-bolstering insight will show readers that, with God as their source of comfort, strength, and hope, they can weather the storms of life--and come out on top.

    By examining the virtues of Christ, you'll be introduced to a new way of experiencing Him that is authentic and gives meaning that lasts.

    Salvation is being saved to the glory of God. We were created in the likeness and the image of God, and it is His desire for us to be crowned with His glory and honor.The Blood and The Glory reveals how the power of the Blood of Jesus and the glory of God fit together in God's plan of redemption. This exciting book draws from the experiences of great leaders of faith from the past to rekindle the power of the Blood of Jesus in the Church today. Combining personal stories with strong biblical principles, Billye Brim teaches the importance of depending upon the Blood of Jesus in your daily walk with God. You will understand as never before that without the Blood of Jesus it is impossible to be prepared for the glory of God.By using the principles outlined in this book, you will learn the following: * How to use the Blood of Jesus to overcome the enemy * How to use the Blood of Jesus to protect your family * How to draw a blood line around your property and possessions * How to maintain victory through the Blood of Jesus * How the Blood of Jesus is connected to the outpourings of the Holy SpiritWe are in the last days. The circle of glory is almost complete. It is through the Blood of Jesus that we can be redeemed to our rightful place of glory and honor in the kingdom of God.

    

    In The Stronghold of God pastor and best-selling author Francis Frangipane imparts fresh revelation about God's place of shelter--a dwelling place for your soul--during times of suffering and persecution. Once you've found this place, nothing you encounter can defeat you. In every distress or devilish plot set against you, you'll emerge unscathed and victorious. From wherever you are, you can reach The Stronghold of God.

    Learn about:Obeying GodPrioritiesProphecies & ProphetsTrusting GodSpiritual WarfareGod's SovereigntyEnd-of-the-Age PowersAnd More!The Smart Guide to the Bible is a series of simplified commentaries designed to uncomplicate God's word for everyday Bible readers. Every page contains handy features or learning aids like these:cross-references to other Scripturesbrief commentaries from expertspoints to ponderthe big picture of how passages fit with the entire Biblepractical tips for applying biblical truths to lifesimple definitions of key words and conceptsinteresting maps, charts, and illustrationswrap-ups of each biblical passagestudy questionsWhether you're new to the Bible, a long-time student of Scripture, or somewhere in between, you'll appreciate the many ways The Smart Guide to the Bible: The Book of Daniel goes far beyond your typical Bible study tool. The practical, relevant helps on each page lead you to get the most out of God's word.

    Standing in the Gap. The bright sunshine streaming in through the window illuminated Ethel Bennington's silver hair. If you looked just right, with your eyes a little squinty, it seemed as if she had a halo floating gently over her head. At least, that's how it appeared to little Esther as she crept into Grammy Ethel's room. Was Grammy Ethel asleep? No, her lips were moving. Angels streamed from Ethel's side toward heaven and returned just as quickly to gather more requests from the old woman's fervently moving lips. She pushed herself more these days. It was as if she could sense that the race was almost through and she had been given her second wind. But the strain was beginning to tell. Billie Jo knelt beside her children. "We know you'll be with us, Lord, 'cause You promised. Help us to accept Your will, whatever that may be. Help this situation to bring us closer to You. Please send your angels to watch over Grandma Raynard." The first thing Jewel did was to dispatch a legion of angels to the hospital to gather around the bedside of Helen Raynard. Her condition was critical, more critical than any of the humans involved realized. With their limited vision, they looked only on the outside. And right now, that was bad enough. Calla squeezed his hand and winked at him. Lyle felt a rush of warmth. He could hardly believe that in four months they would be married. He still had to pinch himself occasionally just to be sure he wasn't dreaming. "You're going to wish it was a dream," the demon sneered. "I have plans for you." He glanced over at the ever-present angel. "You should never have taken him out of my hands. You'll regret it, and so will he. I swear you will." Guardians brings the power of prayer to life. Picking up where she left off in her bestseller, Prayer Warriors, Céleste perrino Walker continues to weave the remarkable story of ordinary people struggling with life and with their relationships with God. Prayer - their own and the prayers of those who "stand in the gap" for them - is their only hope as spiritual warfare rages all around them. Behind the scenes, angels and demons fight to influence their minds and their decisions. Guardians makes fascinating reading. But more than that, it may change you, the way you see the world, and the way you pray.

    C. Peter Wagner takes a look at what is perhaps one of the most powerful spirits in Satan's hierarchy: the Queen of Heaven. Throughout history this high-ranking principality has kept countless multitudes of lost souls blinded to the gospel. This book exposes her schemes by showing how the Queen of Heaven has accomplished her goals in the past, and how she is manifesting in the world today to keep untold numbers in spiritual darkness. Readers of this book will discover how God is mounting an assault against this dark force to see the captives set free! This book builds a foundation that is expanded upon in its sequel The Queen's Domain: Advancing God's Kingdom in the 40/70 Window.

    He explores twenty-one ways to embrace deeper meaning and joy in our daily lives, beginning with knowing God firsthand. From this central relationship flows a new perspective on the reason and resources for everyday challenges, stresses, and blessings.

    In Love Beyond Reason, John Ortberg reveals the God you’ve longed to encounter: a Father head-over-heels in love with you, his child, and intensely committed to your highest joy. Ortberg takes you to the very core of God’s being to discover a burning, passionate love that gives, and gives, and gives. He explores the life-changing ways this love has expressed itself through Jesus. And he shows how you, like Jesus, can love your mate, your family, your friends, and the world around you with the same practical, transforming love. Dispelling your fears and misconceptions of God, Love Beyond Reason brings you face-to-face with the Love that frees and empowers you to love.

    God tells us through his psalmist that He Himself is that place. Sam Laing shows how we can all walk with God, enjoy God and have an intimate fellowship with Him that gets better with the passing of time. Sharing from his life, from his heart, and from the Scriptures, the author shows us the essence of the spiritual life.

    At the same time, "The Carpenter's Cloth" enables you to see these events with new eyes as you "journey with the man who accepted death on a cross for all of us."

    The patristic commentary tradition on Matthew begins with Origen's pioneering twenty-five-volume commentary on the First Gospel in the mid-third century. In the Latin-speaking West, where commentaries did not appear until about a century later, the first commentary on Matthew was written by Hilary of Poitiers in the mid-fourth century. From that point the First Gospel became one of the texts most frequently commented on in patristic exegesis. Outstanding examples are Jerome's four-volume commentary and the valuable but anonymous and incomplete Opus imperfectum in Matthaeum. Then there are the Greek catena fragments derived from commentaries by Theodore of Heraclea, Apollinaris of Laodicea, Theodore of Mopsuestia and Cyril of Alexandria. The ancient homilies also provide ample comment, including John Chrysostom's ninety homilies and Chromatius of Aquileia's fifty-nine homilies on the Gospel of Matthew. In addition, there are various Sunday and feast-day homilies from towering figures such as Augustine and Gregory the Great, as well as other fathers. This rich abundance of patristic comment, much of it presented here in English translation for the first time by editor Manlio Simonetti, provides a bountiful and varied feast of ancient interpretation of the First Gospel.

    Learn more about their exciting and inspiring lives in Barbour's "Heroes of the Faith" series.Called to devote her life as a missionary, she went to africa to teach the natives who soon called her "Queen of Calabar".

    - perfect gift for searching friends - use it with your small group - give to your kids and their friends - use with your outreach ministry. Is there credible evidence that Jesus of Nazareth really is the Son of God? Retracing his own spiritual journey from atheism to faith, Lee Strobel, former legal editor of the Chicago Tribune, cross-examines a dozen experts with doctorates from schools like Cambridge, Princeton, and Brandeis who are recognized authorities in their own fields. Strobel challenges them with questions like How reliable is the New Testament? Does evidence exist for Jesus outside the Bible? Is there any reason to believe the resurrection was an actual event? Strobel's tough, point-blank questions make this remarkable book read like a captivating, fast-paced novel. But it's not fiction. It's a riveting quest for the truth about history's most compelling figure. What will your verdict be in The Case for Christ?

    In this dynamic series, Joyce Meyer helps readers get to the root of these plaguing problems and find freedom.Life-changing topics include "the solution in every case of fear, " "ten points to building confidence, " "the power of negative and positive thinking, " "keys to avoiding burnout, " "learning to say no, " and "the power of willful rejoicing."Readers will turn to this powerful series again and again to help them attain complete victory according to the Word of God.

    A teller of tales and a teacher. An artist and an apologist. In this collector's edition of three of his books, his unique gifts are interwoven in three unique portraits of Jesus.d

    Her use of creative rituals, personal symbols, and pilgrimages to hallowed places invites us to make similar journeys to our past.

    Perfect for the person on the go. Experiencing God Daily Devotionals includes a devotional for every day of the year from the teaching ministry of Dr. Henry Blackaby.Brimming with insight and seasoned grace, Experiencing God Daily Devotionals helps you start your daily routine with your mind focused on the Father's presence in your life. Whether selected as a thoughtful gift or as a resource to refresh your own devotional life, expect this little book to inspire great changes.Drawn from the writings and teaching of Dr. Henry Blackaby and Dr. Richard Blackaby, this practical tool will help you begin each day with a Bible verse and stirring meditation.Expounding upon the message in the Experiencing God Bible study now heralded by millions, this companion resource will help you establish and sustain the essential habit of turning to God on a daily basis.

    At times ridiculed and even persecuted, the Saint Faustina never wavered in her faith in that revelation. This biography is illustrated with contemporary photographs and includes a chapter of Saint Faustina's own words and prayers.

    David Jeremiah uses Scripture to unveil the remarkable truth about these agents of heaven and their role in our world and our lives.What are angels? What is their role in God's plan? Are they present? Do they appear? Do they give us personal insight about our work and our worship?In this broad and thorough survey of Scripture, Dr. Jeremiah clearly and simply separates fact from fiction as it relates to angels. His enlightening findings are supported with illustrations and insights from prominent teachers, such as Billy Graham, Corrie ten Boom, C. S. Lewis, and more.Dr. Jeremiah's down-to-earth style guides readers around the hype about angels and directly into the "substance of things unseen!"

    For forty days, Christians have before them the opportunity to examine their own path and compare it with the incredible journey undertaken by Christ, from the agony of the garden to the glory of the resurrection. By sharing her journey, Tricia Rhodes provides the tools to cultivate the cross within and the inspiration to accept the Father's summons to kneel in its shadow. Scripture and daily exercises gently nourish the spiritual traveler, while journal pages wait to hold the story of personal reflection.More encompassing than a devotional, more intimate than a mere yardstick of faith, Contemplating the Cross will become a treasured keepsake."May God touch your deepest soul and brand you with the fire of His devotion as you contemplate the cross of Christ." Tricia Rhodes

    From her humble beginnings as one of six children born to a God-fearing farming couple in the deep South, to her emergence as America's Queen of Gospel Music, Vestal Goodman has maintained a firm trust in the faithfulness of God.