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Draws on seven Puritan classics Deals with concepts such as fear, depression, anxiety - and more For counselors, pastors, and anyone with an interest

If you look at a family album we will begin to get an idea of the events, which have occurred in the life of that particular family. John's Gospel gives a snapshot of Jesus life and the lives he changed. John's gospel tells the story of Jesus the saviour of the world who came in flesh to forgive sins. Simon Vibert invites us to come and see the lives Jesus changed. But all these characters that we meet are not the one that the people had been waiting for. Jesus was that one but all these characters were "signposts" that pointed to Jesus so that might cause us to respond. Ideal for individuals or small group studies.

These stories from Ethiopia show the power of God. Find out about the invisible evangelist, the two girls who prayed and other astonishing stories.

To be a man of courage you have to stand up and be brave. David learned courage as he protected his flock of sheep from wild animals. These lessons would help him when he faced one of Israel?'s greatest enemies on the battlefield with just a sling and a handful of small stones to protect him. Find out the secret behind David?'s courage and what God has in store for the young shepherd boy.

Penned as a dialogue between a minister (Evangelista), a young Christian (Neophytus), a legalist (Nomista) who believes Christianity is a set of rules to be obeyed and Antinomista who thinks it's okay to sin because God will forgive him anyway, it makes for a wonderfully insightful book that remains tremendously relevant for our world today. ."

No ordinary book of memoirs concludes with the promise, 'I am with you always, even to the end of the world.' But the biography of Jesus is no mere commemoration of the departed; his promise makes the Evangelists' account a living history. "Take the Gospel record in your hands," says Hugh Martin, "and you have the means of causing you to realize Christ's presence." Whether you are burdened, anxious, failing, sorrowful or hardened, Jesus' promise means that his perfect words come with power to people in every condition and that he is present with his people in every situation.

Connected Christianity is a clarion call to Christians to robustly engage with the world we live in for the sake of the gospel."Christians always need help living in the world while they do not belong to the world. Art Azurdio seeks to do just this." Geoff Thomas, Aberystwyth Baptist Church, Aberystwyth, Wales

John Bunyan fought as a soldier but when he trusted in Christ he faced other conflicts. The preacher and writer had to suffer persecution and be put in prison for his faith.

Galatians deals with the concern of the Christian's relationship to the Mosaic Law.

No one in his generation did more to help people, and especially students, to understand the Bible, to love the Bible and to obey it. His memorial is in many lives and in many pulpits throughout the world. So declared the Inter-Varsity Fellowship annual report on the death in July 1971 of Alan Stibbs who, for more than thirty years, exercised an influential ministry as a Bible expositor and cogent teacher of Christian doctrine. After returning from the mission field in China in the mid-1930s, he played a significant part in the resurgence of conservative evangelicalism in Britain after World War Two - alongside other leaders like Martyn Lloyd-Jones and John Stott. From Oak Hill College in north London, Stibbs aimed to revive biblical preaching and biblical thinking across the country. His powerful sermons made a profound impact upon countless congregations and his pithy writings helped to stimulate the rebirth of a robust evangelical theology.

Any regular attendee at School concerts will have heard countless renditions of Any dream will do ! Andrew Lloyd-Webber and Tim Rices musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat has certainly brought awareness of Joseph?'s name to contemporary society - but has it contributed to our understanding of the historical Joseph, and his role in the Bible?'s big picture? Any glance at the first book of the Bible will show that, in terms of sheer space, the story of Joseph is of some considerable importance. Although no tribe is named after him, and the Messiah is not descended from him, Joseph nonetheless occupies a crucial role in the Bible?'s drama of redemption. Ultimately Joseph?'s story is about God?'s intention to save, not just Joseph?'s family, but bringing through Judah a saviour for the world. Jesus taught us that the key to unlocking the whole Bible is to see it as a book about himself. Every story whispers his name.

School is fab well sometimes it is. Friends are great too most of the time but we can have problems and life can be difficult and often it?'s a fight just to survive! The whole friendship and getting on with people thing is a challenge. However, reading this book will help you think about those challenges. There is loads of advice and input and from people your age too but God has some advice as well. The words and stories from the Bible are God?'s guidebook for our lives. We can always turn to God?'s word for encouragement. This book will point you straight to those parts of the Bible that will help you tackle tricky friendship issues, life and school. God?'s word has the best of everything in it to help you cope with school, life and beyond.

Edward comtemplated the news that his young wife was suffering from a brain tumour. It was a wake up call for them to raise their family with eternity in mind. "For the Christian the best is always yet to be. Ed Hartman reminds of this in a way that comforts, challenges and inspires.." Alistair Begg. One of the most freshest, most inspiring parenting books you will ever read.

It is ironical that a book called 'the revelation' remains probably the most obscure of all the books of the Bible. Many Christians have never ventured further than the first 3 chapters and others have studied its intricacies and the split churches that resulted wish they hadn t! For those who already love the book of Revelation this commentary will take you a little deeper and stimulate thinking about how the teaching should be applied to the modern church

Many ideas of what happens at the end of this life have entered mainstream public thought. In the post-modern mindset, all are equally valid and all are equally possible but are they all equally thought through? Are you certain that death is the end or is there a life v2.0?

Jonathan Edwards was just an ordinary American boy but he was different too. The country he lived in wasn't the America of today - but a new world full of adventure and opportunity. Battles and Tomahawks were just some of the thrilling adventures that his family lived through. But Jonathan also loved the small things in life too. In an age of scientific discovery, Edwards saw God's beauty displayed most perfectly through nature. His journals are filled with drawings of plants, animals, and spiders because he knew that each one of them reflected the creativity of its Creator. His mind was full of questions and he grappled for the answers. Intellectually there were few to beat him. However it wasn't just his amazing intelligence that set him apart from other boys his age - he may have had a thirst for knowledge but he also had a strong desire for the things of God. His genius and abilities teamed up well with his faith and love for the Lord Jesus Christ. One day the country that would become the United States of America would look back at this man of brilliance as a founding influence on their land.

A beggar receives an invitation to attend the palace. A classic story of grace and mercy.

What place does sacrifice have today? The Bible says sacrifice is a vital key to the future - the essence of a Christians life. Pick up this book and dip into it, you wont be able to put it down as Helen skillfully weaves stories of sacrifice with Christian teaching. You will find in here the key to an authentic Christian life!

A Holiday Bible Club in one photocopiable book - or six weeks childrens club you decide! Includes superb games and thoughtful activities explaining the gospel message. The lessons focus on fun, faith and Gods forgiveness - and gruesome poison, blind soldiers and a strange multiplying oil! It not only discusses concepts like sin and judgment but also presents love, forgiveness and redemption as answers. Economical, fun to learn and great to teach!

This book will engage your imagination as Alex retells these eye-witness stories of Jesus.These people tell their stories as eye witnesses of those who were actuly there. They are: Mary, mother of Jesus, Gaius Maximus, centurion, Joanna?'s story of John The Baptist, woman at the well, Simon the Pharisee, Gadarene Demoniac, Jairus, Simon Peter, Rich ruler, Bartimaeus & Zacchaeus, John and Marcellus a Roman officer.Using Biblical, contemporary and background data, Alex MacDonald skilfully tells the stories of those who were with Jesus at key points in his life.It unfolds as if you were on the spot looking on. The stories are based on factual evidence of what really happened.What would your reaction have been if you were there?

New Zealand, the land of the Kiwis is a fascinating country. Get on board and as you explore this wonderful part of Gods world, you will find one of the most flightless birds (the kiwi itself) and many other claims to fame! Come along on the journey BUT Watch out for the Moeraki Boulders and the green parrot of the night, the Kakapo.

Scotlands name brings to mind an enthralling history, adventure and excitement, wild mountains and romantic glens, red deer and golden eagles. But there is far more to the Highlands of Scotland than that. Its a land dominated by sea, rugged terrain... and weather and its exports! Read about how God made this tiny part of the world blessing the people who lived in it and blessing the world through it.

Communication is such a vital part of today's world - we are bombarded with thousands of media-transferred messages every day. But with thousands of messages comes confusion. Clarity when talking of ideas and concepts are rare. Public speaking, as exemplified by politicians, has become the science of sound bites for that 5-second media slot. Communication in today's society is not equipping us for public speaking. Christianity communicates ideas that need to be thought through, contemplated and reflected upon. Christians use words because God uses words. He is interested in verbal and written communication. He communicates ideas about himself primarily to us in his written word, the Bible. So if you are faced with an event or occasion when public speaking is needed you may find yourself in need of a helping hand. How to speak at special events can help - because it is written by experts in their field. But before you can prepare an effective talk, you have to prepare yourself and your material. It's not just a case of throwing some jokes and Bible stories together and hoping. How to speak at special events will guide you step-by-step along the way. If you want to make an effective impact at a special event then you need How to speak at special events. Contributors: Rev Dr Sam Chan Prior to his theological training at Sydney Missionary and Bible College (SMBC), and the Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Chicago, Sam practised medicine. At SMBC, Sam lectures in preaching, ethics and theology. He is ordained in the Chinese Christian Fellowship Church. Sam's PhD examined speech act theory in the area of preaching. Canon John Chapman John is an evangelist who, before retiring, worked with the Anglican Church in Sydney. The author of many books including A Fresh Start and Know and Tell the Gospel, John has taught evangelism at Sydney Missionary and Bible College and Moore Theological College. Rev Stuart Coulton. Stuart is the Pastoral Vice-Principal at Sydney Missionary and Bible College. Stuart practised law before spending 15 years in parish ministry. At SMBC he lectures in church history, pastoral care and theology and has had extensive involvement with Katoomba Christian Conventions in Australia. Mr Jonathan Dykes Jonathan is the Associate Director of the Sydney Missionary and Bible College School of Preaching. Prior to this role, Jonathan gained wide experience in preaching though parish work, and an evangelistic ministry to business workers in Sydney. He lectures at SMBC in preaching subjects and is a regular preacher at Christian conventions. Bishop Dudley Foord Dudley has a lifetime of pastoral, chaplaincy and teaching experience as well as holding doctorates in ministry and divinity. He served as Bishop of the Church of England in South Africa in the 1980s. In recent years Dudley has worked as a consultant in evangelism and church ministries. Rev Ray Galea Ray is the pastor of the Multicultural Bible Ministry, an Anglican church in Sydney's western suburbs. He ministers particularly to second generation Mediterranean and Middle Eastern people in that area. Ray is also a visiting faculty member for the SMBC School of Preaching. His book Nothing in My Hand I Bring was recently published in Sydney. Mrs Sandy Galea Sandy has extensive experience teaching children at church (where she works with her husband Ray), through Christian camping, kids' clubs and beach missions. She also trains children's workers. Sandy has written hundreds of children's talks. Her book, Children's Talks - A Practical Guide (SMBC Press), shares insights from her work. Rev Simon Manchester Simon is the senior minister of a large Anglican church in North Sydney. He can also be heard preaching regularly on a popular Sydney radio station, and writes for several Christian journals. Simon is a well-known conference speaker throughout Australia and overseas. Rev Richard Newton Richard is school chaplain at The Armidale School, a large Anglican boys' high school in northern New South Wales. Prior to studying at Sydney Missionary and Bible College he worked as a schoolteacher. For some years Richard has directed the high school youth programmes at Katoomba Christian Conventions. Ms Jenny Salt As Dean of Women, Jenny is responsible for the pastoral care of single women at Sydney Missionary and Bible College. She is also on the faculty of the School of Preaching, with a particular emphasis on training women. Jenny regularly speaks at women's events and conferences throughout Australia. Ms Sue Steele-Smith Sue lectures in church history and Christian education at Sydney Missionary and Bible College. Previously, she worked in full time parish ministry with women, children and overseas students at a Presbyterian church in Sydney. Sue has an educational background, having taught science and English as a second language. Rev Grant Thorp Grant is the senior minister at Randwick Presbyterian Church in Sydney and has also pastored churches in rural New South Wales. He is also a well-known speaker at Christian conventions throughout Australia. Grant is a visiting faculty member in the Sydney Missionary and Bible College School of Preaching. Dr Leigh Trevaskis Leigh holds a doctorate in veterinary science from Sydney University, and a Master of Divinity through Sydney Missionary and Bible College. He is currently completing a PhD in Old Testament, and following that will join the faculty at Queensland Theological College.