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J.P. MorelandChristian philosopher, theologian, and apologistissues a call to recapture the drama and power of kingdom livingto cultivate a revolution of Evangelical life, spirituality, thought, and Spirit-led power.Drawing insights from the early church, he unpacks three essential ingredients of this revolution:Recovery of the Christian mind.Renovation of Christian spirituality.Restoration of the power of the Holy Spirit.Western society is in crisis: the result of our culture's embrace of naturalism and postmodernism, and a biblical worldview has been pushed to the margins. Christians have been strongly influenced by these trends, with the result that their personal lives often reflect the surrounding culture more than the way of Christ, and the church's transforming influence on society has waned as a result.Kingdom Triangle is divided into two major sections:The first examines and provides a critique of secular worldviews and shows how they have ushered in the current societal crisis.The second lays out a strategy for the Christian community to regain the potency of kingdom life and influence in the world.Moreland believes that evangelical Christianity can mature and lead the surrounding society out of the meaningless morass it finds itself in with humility and vision. With clear insight, he puts the thoughtful Christian in a position to understand our current cultural struggle and to return to a responsible presentation of "e;the way of Christ"e; as not just a way of right living, but also a way of knowledge and meaningful life.

The Book of Common Courage is a photo-driven collection of poems and prayers for the small and hard moments of ordinary life. Organized around the words of Psalm 23, this book will comfort you through tough times and inspire you to courageously entrust your life to a good and kind God.

Developing and fine-tuning a thriving men's ministry takes perseverance, but it will pay huge dividends in the health of your church and its families. Effective Men's Ministry gives you the tools you need to start smart and stay strong. Here is information you can really use--right away and in years to come. Created by the National Coalition of Men's Ministries, this comprehensive handbook takes you through the five stages of building a powerful, life-changing men's ministry in your church. Prominent pastors and men's leaders such as Pat Morley, Ed Cole, Haman Cross, Phil Downer, Steven Farrar, Jack Hayford, and Willie Richardson share their knowledge and experience. Here is your indispensable toolkit for bringing men together and helping them bond in purpose, heart, and spirit. Includes worksheets, exercises, and sidebars. Some of the twenty-six topics covered are: Getting Things Right-the First Time The Pastor's Role Building a Leadership Team Upside-Down Leadership Getting Men to Jesus Teaching Men to Pray Encouraging Vital Relationships Working with Men Who Fail Men of All Colors: Unity in Diversity Becoming Irresistible Husbands Fathers and Sons Successful Men's Retreats

With journaling space, Scripture quotes, and thoughtful devotions, 100 Things God Loves About You is the perfect gift book reminder of God's love for anyone feeling lonely, busy, or simply not enough--including you!There's no better feeling than knowing you are loved, yet many of us struggle to accept God's abundant, unconditional love for us. 100 Things God Loves About You includes 100 Bible verses and reflections about how high, how deep, and how wide God's love is for each of His children.This colorful gift book includes:100 encouraging things God loves about you--taken straight from the BibleJournaling space to write in "e;More Things God Loves About Me"e;A presentation page for memorable gifting A personalization page to write down what you love about a friend or family member 100 Things God Loves About You is an ideal gift for:Friends who are lonely with grief or isolationWomen and men who struggle to believe they are "e;good enough"e; for GodLoved ones facing illness or quarantineAnyone facing a time of transition or a difficult season New high school and college graduatesFront-line medical personnel, teachers, and other essential workersChristmas, birthdays, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and more."e;See what great love the Father has lavished on us!"e; writes the author of 1 John. Discover for the first time or the thousandth time that God's love for you is more than anything you could ask or imagine.

This beautiful topically arranged devotional will encourage you whether you are a new grandma or have years of grandparenting experience. With hundreds of verses on topics such as hope, family, and God's faithfulness, God's Words of Life for Grandmothers reminds you of God's presence as you delight in loving your grandchildren well.With hundreds of Bible verses covering more than 40 topics important to grandparents such as family, prayer, wisdom, health, legacy, and God's love, this beautifully designed book with a flexcover and scalloped edges, the latest book in the bestselling God's Words of Life series, is arranged by topics relevant to the joys and hopes of being a grandparent. With specially chosen Bible verses and rich devotional thoughts, God's Words of Life for Grandmothers strengthens your heart and mind as you build a legacy for the next generation.

Life is full of difficult seasons, loss, and hardships. To overcome the struggles and pain, we must lean into reassurance, guidance, and wisdom to heal. Healing Waters is a compilation of lifechanging devotionals from L. B. Cowman's Streams in the Desert and Springs in the Valley. Each entry speaks into God's purpose, plan, and promise to you. In this edition, you'll find:366 devotions that appeal to men and women of all agesdevotions that can be read as a yearlong daily devotional or as a 6-month morning and evening resourcea powerful collection of meditations, Christian writings, and ScriptureHealing Waters for the Soul will challenge you to:identify opportunities of hope and renewal in your lifeaccept and appreciate God's timeless messages of faithfulnesscreate a strong level of communication with the Lordmeditate over the truths and wisdom presented by Cowman, and identify how you can growWith a gorgeous modern cover, Healing Waters is a great gift for:birthdays, Mother's Day, Father's Day, graduations, and holiday giftingTeacher Appreciation Day, Grandparent's Day, and Pastor's Appreciation Daya friend or family member coping with grief, growing their relationship with God, and/or going through a difficult timeThis daily devotional can help you or a loved one overcome challenging times and renew their hope and faith.

Liberal Christian theology permeates mainlines denominations and progressive circles of the church to this day. But what is liberal theology? What are progressive Christians progressing toward, and what are they leaving behind?In Against Liberal Theology, professor and theologian Roger E. Olson warns progressive and mainline Christians against passively accepting the ideas of liberal theology without thinking through the consequences. In doing so, he examines the basic beliefs of the Christian faith, the main ideas of liberal theology, the way today's mainline and progressive Christianity relates to classic liberalism, and how classic Christian faith and liberal Christianity connect and contradict. Following in the footsteps of Gresham Machen's now-classic Christianity and Liberalism 100 years ago, Olson worries that liberal Christianity may not be Christianity but a different religion altogether.After examining the origins of liberal theology in the nineteenth century, Olson examines how liberal theology views:Sources of truthThe BibleGodJesus ChristSalvationThe FutureGentle but direct, Olson provides an even-handed assessment and critique of the ideas of liberal theology and worries that liberal Christianity has strayed too far from the classic Christian orthodoxy of the fathers and creeds to be considered "e;Christian"e; at all.

Have you found fulfillment in life?When you look at a plate, cup, or fork, you realize each has been designed and created for a different purpose. What if you could look into the mind and heart of God and see just how you have been designed and created? If you truly knew you were a "e;plate, cup, or fork,"e; you would be freed from trying to be someone you are not, and free to live your life with greater faithfulness, fruitfulness, and fulfillment...making God famous!God created you to be fruitful by discovering your God-given design and the role he created for you. What You Do Best equips you to identify and express your unique contribution to this world as an integral part of your relationships, life, and ministry. The biblical principles in these pages can free you to pursue your life's calling with enthusiasm and confidence as you gain a better understanding of who God made you to be. Bruce Bugbee provides proven tools and a conversational approach that will guide you with confidence and competence toward a greater fulfillment of God's will for your life.What You Do Best provides reflection questions for each chapter that help you journal or discuss what you are learning with others, as well as Scripture passages for further study. You'll learn about the importance and use of spiritual gifts and how to identify the gifts God has given to you. You'll discover your unique relational style and uncover your life passion. What You Do Best helps you to closely examine yourself, assess your relationship with God, and reflect on what you need in order to thrive as the person you were created to be. You'll emerge from the process with a greater understanding of God, his purposes, your calling, and your role in this world. Each copy of the book includes access to three online self-assessments that help you to identify your unique spiritual gifts, relational style, and life passion.

Is it possible to disagree politically and love unconditionally? The reaction of evangelicals to political and cultural shifts in recent years revealed what they value most. Lurking beneath our Bible-laced rhetoric, faith claims, books, and sermons is a relentless drive to WIN!But the church is not here to win. By every human measure, our Savior lost. On purpose. With a purpose. And we are his body. We are not in it to win anything. We are in it for something else entirely. That something else is what this book is about.You'll discover:How to take a stand the right way. You'll learn how to make your case with a posture of humility and understanding, rather than being fueled by the fear of losing something.How to view politics through the lens of faith. Learn curiously, listen intentionally, and love unconditionally.How the life of Jesus and his teaching applies to modern-day challenges in a fresh way. The "e;biblical"e; stand may not be what we've been taught.Jesus never asked his followers to agree on everything. But he did call his followers to obey a new command: to love others in the same way he has loved us. Instead of asserting our rights or fighting for power, we need to begin asking ourselves: what does love require of me?

Your most pressing questions about Christianity are answered in bestselling author Lee Strobel's The Case for Christ Answer Booklet. This 64-page booklet is filled with short, easy-to-understand Qand A about important faith issues.

A single work that surveys both Testaments in the form of a historical survey of the Bible. Four-color throughout.

The Weekly Purpose Project is a yearlong guided journal that weaves together Bible verses, thoughtful questions, gorgeous photography, soft watercolor images, and mindful reflections to help you identify and pursue the purpose God has for your life.

When Mama Bear overhears the cubs and Papa talking about their favorite Easter candies, she realizes a lesson in the real meaning of Easter is needed. Includes a colorful sheet of stickers. Full color. Consumable.

In This Dangerous Book, the founders of the Museum of the Bible in Washington D.C., and plaintiffs in the Supreme Court case Burwell v. Hobby Lobby, Steve and Jackie Green share the history, authenticity, and power of the Bible in this fascinating look at the world's most influential book.

These updated discussion starters based on the wisdom books of the Old Testament can stand alone or lead into a full-blown Bible study with help from the leaders' accompanying instructions. Includes Bible references, Internet resources, and other suggested further activities.

TalkSheets have been working for youth group leaders for more than a decade. Now they are radically updated and ready to stimulate high schoolers toward in-depth discussions on real issues--everything from drinking to social justice.

Teenagers learn more by conversing among themselves than by somebody talking at them. These updated TalkSheets--based on the wisdom of Kings David and Solomon--cover topics of perennial relevance and high interest to today's teens.

Get Your Students Talking About the Bible And God. And themselves, their beliefs, their questions, their lives. About the things that matter to them.Do it conveniently and effectively with Junior High-Middle School TalkSheets--Updated!, part of the best-selling discussion-starting TalkSheets series from Youth Specialties, now updated for new-millennium students. Here are 50 creative discussions that focus on relevant, real-life topics:Media Influences--TV, Music, AdvertisingSubstance Abuse & Peer PressureParentsSelf-Image & Physical AppearanceJesusFriendshipsPrayer & WorshipTrusting God & Dealing with Doubt. . . and 40 more subjects of perennial interest to teenagers.TalkSheets are one-page reproducible handouts with provocative questions in a compelling design that will get churched and unchurched kids alike talking and thinking about the Bible--and how its principles affect their daily lives.Use TalkSheets to launch your own lesson--or use them as stand-alone Bible studies. Each TalkSheet comes with detailed information and suggestions for discussion leaders: Bible references galore, Internet resources, further group exploration, and activities to pursue during and after the meeting.Junior High-Middle School TalkSheets--Updated! is the perfect discussion-starting resource for youth meetings, small groups and cell groups, Sunday school, and camps and retreats.More than a quarter million copies sold in this series!

Today, traditional forms of preaching are being scrutinized and challenged. The biblical sermon is not immune to the pressure to evolve or even fall by the wayside, leaving pastors and seminary students confused over how best to communicate to today's listeners. In this forward-looking textbook, Kenton Anderson delivers a strong call to current and future ministers to indeed choose to preach biblical sermons, despite the obstacles to doing so. While preaching itself is non-negotiable, the exact form it takes can be much more flexible, allowing people to hear from God as they hear his Word preached. Rather than presenting one model or process for preparing a sermon, Anderson explains several available options. As you discern your message from the Bible, will you begin with the text (deductive) or with the listener (inductive)? Will you focus on the idea (cognitive) or the image (affective)? The choices you make lead to five possible sermon structures: * DECLARATIVE-make an argument * PRAGMATIC-solve a mystery * NARRATIVE-tell a story * VISIONARY-paint a picture * INTEGRATIVE-sing a song Each model is described in detail and related to well-known contemporary preachers, including John MacArthur, Rick Warren, Eugene Lowry, and Rob Bell. This book equips you with a variety of tools for your preaching tool kit. A CD-ROM with additional helpful resources is included, as well as discussion questions and practical exercises.

Religious freedom is up for debate and needs to be defended--discover how.In Religious Freedom in a Secular Age author Michael Bird argues that religious freedom should not be preserved by churches entrusting themselves to the protection of a conservative leader draped in the apparel of civil religion, nor should they consent to allowing religious freedom to be steam rolled by progressive activists with their increasing hostility towards people of faith. What is needed instead is a better appreciation for how secularism can work to create space for people of all faiths and none, to resolve tense relationships between church and state, and to come to a fair and equitable settlement when religious liberty and LGBTQI+ rights come into conflict. Bird tackles complicated debates about the nature, extent, and limitations of religious freedom with a view to encouraging Christians to stand up for their faith in a post-Christian world in a way that is humble and gentle yet also courageous.Advance Praise:"e;This book's global perspective will challenge readers of all backgrounds and beliefs toward better arguments and better understanding."e; - John D. Inazu, Washington University in St. Louis"e;Bird demonstrates that religious liberty is of interest not only to Christians but also to the marketplace of ideas that helped deepen faith while simultaneously making room for peaceable difference."e; - Andrew T. Walker, professor and author of Liberty for All

As the inspired Word of God, the Bible is beautifully complex and richthis can sometimes make it a difficult book to read, understand, and retain. Using lists, maps, charts, and other visual aids, The Most Significant People, Places, and Events in the Bible brings to visual clarity the overarching story of Scripture. Author Christopher D. Hudsona visual learner himselfconstructed this Quickview Guide to make the Bible accessible and memorable for students, laypeople, and anyone curious to know more about God's Word. In an accessible, informative way, it presents at-a-glance snapshots that visually communicate key stories and insights through four main sections:QuickView Summariesprovides outlines of Bible books and sections.QuickGlance Bible Charactersreveals the highs and lows of central Bible figures' lives.QuickScan Bible Placesdescribes key geographical locations and buildings in the Bible.QuickLook Bible Eventstraces the main happenings in the Bible's vast and interconnected history.Much of human understanding occurs visually. When it comes to quickly grasping and retaining information, the human brain functions best with a combination of both words and pictures. The Most Significant People, Places, and Events in the Bible is your gateway to a better understanding and appreciation of the greatest book in history.

Do you feel stuck? Unsure of where you want your life to go or what you're called to do? Entrepreneur and business coach Jennifer Allwood knows the courage and obedience it takes to push past the excuses, the history, and the distractions that hold you back so you can reach for the life God has for you.In Get Unstuck and Stay Unstuck, Jennifer Allwood motivates and encourages you to seek a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationship with God. She equips you to identify what is holding you back, to embrace change, to practice obedience, and to find the courage to get unstuck--and stay that way.This high-design four-color book offers straightforward, honest advice and steps for men and women to:face your fearspray and listen for God's guidancemove past obstaclesgrow with the help of a compassionate guideenhance spiritual developmentWith space for journaling and questions that encourage deeper reflection, this portable and giftable book is a beautiful gift or self-purchase for someone who is looking to make a decision, get over a hurdle, climb out of a pit, or transcend to the next level, whether personally, professionally, in relationships, and more.Journey with Jennifer Allwood as she coaches you to a life of purpose and bravery as you reach for God's dreams for you.

When left unchecked, our thoughts can spiral out of control. We try harder and worry more as we watch the headlines and fill our calendars. But only God can bring us the relief from anxiety that our souls long for. Even in difficult times, we can experience God's presence. Calm Your Anxious Mind offers daily invitations to embrace the peacefulness God gives us no matter our circumstances.In Calm Your Anxious Mind, men and women will find:inspiring and comforting Scripture versesquotations about giving and receiving God's peaceprayer prompts and thoughtful reflections on trusting Godpractical ideas for living beyond anxietyinsights into triggers for anxietyWith a topical table of contents, research-based strategies for easing an anxious mind, and continual reminders of God's love, this yearlong devotional will help you:process and let go of anxiety about finances, politics, and illnesspractice mindfulness techniquesnurture body and soul with ideas you can implement immediatelystay connected with those you loveCalm. Quiet. Settled. No matter what is happening in your life or around you, you can receive a spiritual peace that is beyond understanding. Find daily comfort and inspiration in this timely devotional designed to ease the anxieties of your heart and mind.

In the town of Birch Creek where the only danger is getting swept off your feet, Katharine Miller hides the secrets of her past . . . until she meets Ezra Bontrager and is forced to face the greatest risk of allopening her heart to true loveAfter fleeing her hometown, Katharine finds peace and anonymity while working at Stoll's Inn and keeping to herself. As long as her guard is up, she can protect herself and others from her past, with the hope that one day her family will forgive her for leaving.Ezra Bontrager has never shared a love of farming with his brothers and father, and when he takes a job at Stoll's Inn, he quickly finds even more reason to come to work every day. Although he has no intention of marrying anytime soon, Ezra can't help but want to learn more about the quiet and mysterious newcomer who doesn't appear to have come to Birch Creek looking for a husband, as so many have done after the want ad that advertised Birch Creek's many bachelors.As Katharine and Ezra continue to cross paths, Katharine feels her defenses lower, and Ezra no longer scoffs at the idea of marriage. Just as they start to hope for the future, the past comes roaring backnot just for Katharine and Ezra but for the entire community of Birch Creek. Confronting that past won't be easy, but it brings the opportunity for love and grace to abound.Praise for Love in Plain Sight';Katharine Miller has everything she ever wants, until she realizes what she's gotten. Love in Plain Sight is Kathleen Fuller at her best. She shines the spotlight on an unlikely heroine who runs away to find herselfand discovers what true love looks like.' Suzanne Woods Fisher, bestselling author of Mending Fences.';Kathleen Fuller's emotional and evocative writing draws readers into her complex stories and keeps them cheering for her endearing characters even after the final page.' Patricia Davids, USA TODAY bestselling authorSweet Amish romanceThe third book in the Amish Mail-Order Bride series but can be read in any orderBook One: A Double Dose of LoveBook Two: Matched and MarriedBook Three: Love in Plain SightBook length: 84,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubs

Did you know Vincent van Gogh sold only one painting during his lifetime and that during the last three months of his life he completed an average of one painting every day?Did you know that Michelangelo's David is covered in a dusting of human skin?Did you know Caravaggio murdered several people while he was painting some of the most glorious paintings of biblical scenes the world has ever known?Rembrandt Is in the Wind by Russ Ramsey is an invitation to discover some of the world's most celebrated artists and works, while presenting the gospel of Christ in a way that speaks to the struggles and longings common to the human experience.The book is part art history, part biblical study, part philosophy, and part analysis of the human experience; but it's all story. The lives of the artists in this book illustrate the struggle of living in this world and point to the beauty of the redemption available to us in Christ. Each story is different. Some conclude with resounding triumph while others end in struggle. But all of them raise important questions about humanity's hunger and capacity for glory, and all of them teach us to love and see beauty.

Behind many of the challenges facing us today is a failure of leadership. This is not a new problem. Yearning for wise guidance and effective authority is a perennial human longing. We need leaders who are credible, competent and committed. But many leaders seem to be caught up, even consumed, with their own power and agendas. Some see the leadership crisis as an intellectual problem, believing we lack a clear theory of leadership. Others view the breakdown of leadership as a result of increasing deficiency in moral character.Most leadership books today revolve around the concepts of motivation, inspiration, empowerment, and teamwork. Helpful as these themes might be, they miss something more fundamental. Leadership needs a theological foundation, that will be useful for shaping the undergirding principles, and evaluating current leadership theories and practices. We need to view leadership from the vantage point of God.In Rooted Leadership, John E. Johnson explores how Christian theology provides an overarching leadership framework and applies that theory to leadership practices. Spiritual reflection, guided by scripture, points us to the very center of leadership--God--and the purpose of leadership--that we might display his glory. All the best forms of leading take their cues from who God is, his purposes, and his ways of working with people that he has progressively revealed.Building on three decades of research, study, and experience as a global leader, Johnson surveys the landscape of contemporary leadership theory, unpacks the assumptions and beliefs that underly current trends, and responds by offering a robust approach to leadership, founded on the character, work, and words of God.

Life is a hot mess. There's the bedlam of getting out the door in the morning. The constant breaking down of our homes and bodies and the cars we drive. And the institutions that promise to help are often no better. We are surrounded by the constant disorder of governments and disappointed by "e;organized"e; religion, the very entities that tell us they can provide us sanity and security. Instead, they leave us scratching our heads or licking our wounds. Chaos surrounds us, and at times, it seems to rule our souls, our families, and our world.But does chaos always end in failure or flaw?What if chaos was more than the check engine light of lost causes? What if chaos was the raw material out of which God creates? In the beginning God brought order from chaos, filling the chaos with a beautiful creation, and he's been doing it ever since. Where you and I may experience confusion and disorder, God sees an opportunity for something new--for a rebirth, a renewal, and a renovation. God did this in the beginning, he did it again at the cross, and with renewed vision for our disordered world today, we look to God to do it again.Inspired by the powerful picture of creation in Genesis 1:2, author Jessica LaGrone challenges the hope-destroying belief that God has abandoned us in our broken relationships, our pain, and our grief. In the midst of our out-of-control lives, God is there, and he specializes in making new things from the chaos threatens to drown us. When we experience chaos in our own lives and everything feels like it is falling apart, God is just getting started. When the Spirit of God hovers, chaos can give birth to hope.

Deuteronomy, A Video Study, part of The Zondervan Beyond the Basics Video Series, features top Old Testament scholar Daniel I. Block teaching through the book of Deuteronomy. These lessons help viewers grasp the message of Deuteronomy and the powerful impact it can have today.