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An essential tool for pastors of any denomination on how to prepare for worship services, weddings, funerals, benedictions, dedications, baptisms, and more.

Develop nurturing friendships that lead to authentic community with this insightful look at the "one another" passages in Scripture.

This updated edition offers a guide to the Book of Romans that is informed by current scholarship and written at an accessible level.

Dramatic changes have taken place in global society and in the church that have implications for how the church does missions in the twenty-first century. This guide helps readers understand these trends.

Eminent evangelical theologian provides a basic introduction to the faith that traces the story of redemption through the Bible.

Written with prophetic zeal, this book reveals the keys to restoring power and holiness in the church today. Over 165,000 copies sold in previous editions.

This updated edition by a leading evangelical scholar offers a guide to John's Gospel that is informed by current scholarship but written at an accessible level.

After his conversion, this African boy is sent by God to prepare an American university for its mission in the world.

Comprehensive, up-to-date collection of primary source documents (creation accounts, epic literature, etc.) gives insight into the Ancient Near East and the Old Testament.

This comprehensive survey of patristic eschatology acquaints readers with the faith of their forebears in Christ.

God wants His children to walk in the freedom purchased for them by Christ at Calvary. Every person has been given the responsibility to make right choices in life--we must choose truth, reject lies, and forgive those who hurt us--but God has not left us as orphans to fend for ourselves! The Holy Spirit gives us the power to walk in the freedom that is already ours in Christ. Following these twenty-one days of select readings will increase the liberating work that God has begun in you through the Steps to Freedom in Christ. Each daily devotional provides three truths--the truth about God, the truth about you, and the truth about freedom--as well as recommended Scripture readings that affirm each of the three. As readers begin to hide these truths in their hearts, they will learn how to stand firm in their freedom and build a strong and holy shield against the enemy's attacks.

For two thousand years, Christians have been intrigued by the somewhat enigmatic Imago Dei references in the book of Genesis. Much theological ink has been spilled mulling over the significance and meaning of these words: "Let us make humanity in our image, according to our likeness . . . "In The Liberating Image, J. Richard Middleton takes on anew the challenge of interpreting the Imago Dei. Reflecting on the potential of the Imago Dei texts for developing an ethics of power rooted in compassion, he relates its significance to the Christian community's distinct calling in an increasingly violent world. The Liberating Image introduces a relevant, scholarly take on an important Christian doctrine. It will appeal to all Christians seeking to better understand what it means to be made in God's image.

Presents a theological, biblical, and scientific case for the necessity of belief in the historical Adam and original sin in response to recent contemporary challenges.

This Catholic commentary on Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon presents sound exegesis and reflections on the text's pastoral, theological, and practical applications.

A great introduction to motivational gifts--with descriptions, real-life stories and self-tests--helping readers recognize their gifts and move into more effective service.

This practical book helps ministers and parents create a ministry that captures children's imaginations and teaches them to live as citizens of the kingdom of God.

This helpful guide reveals how those who have been emotionally abused can overcome the past and rebuild their self-image.

"This is my new favorite book about goals! Jon Acuff has done it again!"--Mel Robbins, podcaster and New York Times bestselling author of The High 5 Habit"Wow! This is one of those rare books that will make you take action and see serious results immediately. Really."--Patrick Lencioni, bestselling author of The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Six Types of Working Genius"Jon Acuff brilliantly provides the road map to activating the potential within us."--Nona Jones, speaker, technology executive, and author of Killing Comparison"If you're looking for the inspiration and instruction you need to shape your own world, you're holding it in your hands."--Donald Miller, CEO of Business Made Simple"Jon will gently tap you on the shoulder, remind you of your goals, and pull you in the delightful direction you were headed before you became stuck, distracted, discouraged, or off course."--Bob Goff, author of the New York Times bestsellers Love Does, Everybody Always, Dream Big, and Undistracted"If you've ever wondered if you're capable of more, consider this book the resounding 'Yes!' you've been waiting for all your life."--Steven Pressfield, New York Times bestselling author of The War of Art"The best book about goals I've ever read!"--Jon Gordon, twelve-time bestselling author of The Power of Positive Leadership

I'M A KING.A PROTECTOR.IRREVOCABLY HERS. Since birth, I've been surrounded by the enemy-those who wish to destroy the essence of my kind's existence, but have failed to at every turn. For greed. Because of ignorance. And while I've vowed to drive a sword through their hearts and display their heads outside our royal grounds, I will never harm her. A divine rule etched into the very magic that flows through my veins, even if she's the daughter of the man who murdered my parents. Even if her people aren't to be trusted. Yet there's one truth I could never deny: This lovely little doll is mine. One look into her warm violet eyes, and my world stops. She's where I begin and now end-the prize at the end of my battles. Who I will kill for. "Mate."***This book is part one of a duet and contains dark elements that some readers might find triggering. This man is brutal and unapologetic, please read at your own discretion because everything will be explicit.

Immerse your child in a world of relaxation and Self-discovery, where each poetic adventure guides them through a sensory-rich experience that intertwines breath, embodiment, and the wisdom found in the calming rhythms of the natural world. Animal guides weave together soothing somatic & interoceptive exercises that delight their imagination and foster a deeper connection between body & mind (SOMA & SOUL) forging a stronger -FELT- sense of connection, curiosity, trust, & relaxation! ...in Spirit of the Science... Interoceptive Awareness: >Extrasensory Perception (ESP): Unlocking the MagiK & Miracle that we ARE through sensing beyond the ordinary! The WiSDOM WiTHiN series encourages children to explore through their intuition (Soul) and instinctive wisdom (Soma), deepening their connection to a world of hidden truths and wonders beyond what meets the eye - and into what is fully felt with the Heart. Polyvagal Support & Vagal Activation: Activating the vagus nerve, especially through the ventral vagal complex (VVC), encourages the parasympathetic response known as "rest & digest." Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR): >Humming & Vocalizations: >When controlled breathing is combined with humming, it enhances the benefits of vagal toning. Prolonged exhalations during humming further activate the Ventral Vagal Complex (VVC), bringing a calming effect to the nervous system and releasing tension.

A lost treasure. A riddled quest. The healing power of friendship.Legends are tucked into every fold of the Colorado mountains surrounding the quaint town of Mercy Peak, where residents are the stuff of tall tales, the peaks are taller still, and a lost treasure has etched mystery into the very terrain.In 1948, when outsider Mercy Windsor arrives after a scandal shatters her gilded world as Hollywood's beloved leading lady, she is determined to forge a new life in obscurity in this time-forgotten Colorado haven. She purchases Wildwood, an abandoned estate with a haunting history, and begins to restore it to its former glory.But as she does, her every move tugs at the threads of the mountain's lore, unearthing what became of her long-lost pen pal Rusty Bright, and the whereabouts of the infamous Galloping Goose Railcar No. 8, which vanished years ago--along with the mailbag it carried, whose contents could change the course of countless lives. Not to mention the fabled treasure that--if found--could right so many wrongs.Among the towering mountains that stand as silent witnesses, the ghosts of the past entangle with the courage of the present to find a place where healing, friendship, and hope can abide amid a world forever changed.

She's come home to put a killer behind bars. But the killer plans to put her six feet under.Investigative reporter Jillian Carter knows it's time to put the past to rest. She's tired of looking over her shoulder, letting a killer go free. She's no longer the scared kid who changed her name and disappeared. Now, no matter what the cost, Jillian must do what she is trained to do--find the truth and expose it. And the truth is that Senator Frank Hoffman committed murder ten years ago--and Jillian watched it happen.Didn't she?"A fabulous read! Eason is a master at romantic suspense."--Colleen Coble, USA Today bestselling author of A Stranger's Game"This novel captures the reader in the first line and doesn't stop until the end. Eason has created a suspense-packed story that captivates."--DiAnn Mills, author of Concrete Evidence

A killer's deadly game needs new players. But someone's about to change the rules.As a medical examiner, Serena Hopkins is used to dealing with death. But that doesn't make it any easier when she's called to the eerie scene of a murder--especially when Serena realizes that she knows the victim. Nearly as unnerving is the presence of FBI agent Dominic Allen, her childhood crush.As evidence mounts and points to a serial killer with disturbingly familiar methods, Serena and Dominic must work to find a pattern and stop the killings before the murderer strikes again. And when Serena's own life seems at stake, she must decide if the secret she has been keeping has put her next on the killer's hit list. Can she trust Dominic with the truth before it's too late?Praise for Lynette Eason's Suspense"Eason remains a force in action-packed inspirational fiction."--Publishers Weekly "Eason is a master of inspirational romantic suspense."--Booklist

She's returned home to face her past. Now a long-buried secret threatens her future.After a brush with death due to equipment failure, smokejumper Alexia Allen is ordered to take time off while the incident is under investigation. She makes a last-minute decision to recuperate at her mother's home and attend her high school reunion. Yet trouble seems to be following her, and within hours of arriving home she is confronted with murder, arson--and a handsome detective.But the conflicts ahead are nothing compared to the ghosts of her past. As she struggles to accept and forgive her family's past, she must also decide if the secret she's been guarding for the last ten years must finally come to light."When the Smoke Clears is a story about reconnecting with friends, facing the past, and falling in love--with a bit of murder along the way. I highly recommend my friend Lynette's stories and I love this book. It will keep you guessing until the very end."--Dee Henderson, bestselling author

Authentic Wisdom for Women LeadersAmy Orr-Ewing has learned a lot of lessons the hard way.As an internationally known speaker, theologian, and apologist, she has navigated through many challenges: battling abuse, finding and using her voice, building a lasting ministry, leading with confidence, thriving in friendship, relying on God in hard times, and more.In Lead Like the Real You, Orr-Ewing shares wisdom gained over twenty-five years to help other women grow in Christian leadership. Rooted in honesty, practicality, and biblical guidance, this deeply personal collection of letters explores the unique challenges women face, whether they lead in the workplace, classroom, church, or home."Amy Orr-Ewing has written another book that every female Christ follower must read."--Rev. Lisa Wink Schultz, Chief of Staff, US Senate Chaplain"Amy's letter-writing style provides women with digestible key lessons for leading in the church, in the family, and in the workplace--or in all three. The wisest of men will seek out this book as well."--Elizabeth Berridge, Baroness Berridge of the Vale of Catmose"A manual for every faithful female pioneer who wishes not just to survive but to flourish in the workplace and in life."--Ilaria Chan, chairwoman, Tech for Good Institute"Orr-Ewing equips female leaders for stewardship while at the same time successfully stewarding others on every page of this book."--Megan Fate Marshman, speaker and author

"A deeply personal account of seeing God's faithfulness"In early 2022, Richard Bauckham nearly lost his ability to read--an alarming prospect for a man who considers reading, writing, and scholarly work to be his vocation from God. Despite it being one of the most difficult times of his life, it was also a period in which he felt closest to God.In this beautifully written book, Bauckham combines memoir, theological and biblical reflection, and poetry to offer profound insight into God's providence amid life's difficulties."Not only is Bauckham a world-class scholar and a poet of wisdom and subtlety, but it seems he can write of a 'difficult journey with God' in a way that puts him alongside some of the great spiritual writers of the past. The Blurred Cross has all the makings of a fresh Christian classic. You will finish the book profoundly grateful, not only to Bauckham for having written it, but even more, to the God who so obviously inspired it."--Jeremy Begbie, Duke Divinity School"This book is striking in its vulnerability and clarity, as it weaves together the warp of human experience with the weft of scriptural study, theological reflection, and poetical imagination. The result is a rich tapestry that displays God's loving care, to encourage and challenge anyone who reads."--Elizabeth E. Shively, George W. Truett Theological Seminary, Baylor University"It is rare that a book by a scholar evokes a longing for a deeper faith, but in sharing his brush with blindness, Bauckham models the fruit of a lifetime of faithfulness. Bringing to his story the full weight of his immense intellect and literary depth, and sharing his own poetry and prayers, he gives a deeply personal account of seeing God's faithfulness and brings encouragement that testing is not in vain."--Mariam Kamell Kovalishyn, Regent College

This up-to-date introduction to the study of the New Testament's use of the Old Testament surveys the current state of the discipline, summarizes the scholarly conversation, illuminates the New Testament writers' respect for Old Testament contexts, proposes advances in classification and terminology, and provides resources for further work in the field.New Testament scholar Douglas Huffman suggests a way beyond the impasse concerning the terminology used by scholars in the discipline. He offers a new approach to identifying and interpreting Old Testament quotations, allusions, and echoes by exploring not just the forms but also the features, framings, and functions of the New Testament use of the Old Testament. Huffman demonstrates the advantages of his approach by analyzing how the Old Testament is used in Luke-Acts and thus provides a model that can be applied to other New Testament authors' use of Old Testament Scripture."In the crowded field of New Testament use of the Old Testament, Huffman's book stands out for its methodological rigor. Interacting with a broad range of the literature on this topic, Huffman proposes several taxonomies in an effort to bring some semblance of order to a confusing mishmash of approaches and methods. A genuine contribution."--Douglas J. Moo, Wheaton College (emeritus)"Had the evangelist Luke authored this book, perhaps he might have prefaced it along these lines: 'Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile a research methodology for the New Testament use of the Old Testament, it seemed good to me also, having followed for some time their proposals and theological intentions, to write a rigorous treatise on such matters for you, most excellent student of the Word, that you may gain expertise in this fascinating field of biblical research.'"--Radu Gheorghita, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary