“Long ago, in a galaxy far, far away…” “Once upon a time…” “In the beginning…” Great stories capture and hold an audience’s attention from start to finish. Why should it be any different when you stand up to speak? In Communicating for a Change, Andy Stanley and Lane Jones offer a unique strategy for communicators seeking to deliver captivating... ... more info
Ron Rhodes has compiled his extensive research into a handy, easy–to–use manual that will provide readers with accurate, straightforward answers to their questions about various churches. In just minutes, anyone can easily find important information about a denomination, including... a brief history their most important doctrinal beliefs... ... more info
Learn the secrets of effective prayer for every need. The Complete Works of E. M. Bounds on Prayer is the definitive Bounds collection in modern English. Eight classic explorations cover every aspect of prayer in a readable way. Included in this volume are 120 entries on what this great pastoral leader taught about the essentials, necessity,... ... more info
Did you know that God is pursuing you, not out of anger or disappointment but because He desires an intimate relationship with you? The Creator of the universe invites you to walk and converse with Him, and this devotional serves as your daily meeting place. In each brief reading, best-selling author Shannon Ethridge leads you to consider Old... ... more info
Be the Parent Your Family Needs If we are truly honest, most of us don’t really know what we’re doing as parents. We have good intentions, but daily frustrations and ongoing struggles might be evidence that we were better prepared to drive a car or pursue our career than raise children. To counter the usual trial-and-error method of parenting,... ... more info
It takes only one look at today's news page or one listen to the news shows to understand that, clearly, there is no shortage of kingdom challenges for the twenty-first-century church at large, for Christian organizations and agencies, or for us as individuals. In the face of such enormous problems as the rise of pagan world religions, AIDS,... ... more info
If you have helped a sick neighbor or prayed for a friend’s troubled marriage, you have done ministry. But leading women’s ministry takes more than just a kind heart. In Connecting Women, Linda Lesniewski shows you how you can be a vital part of God’s work among women. Building on a foundation of Bible study and prayer,... ... more info
This book looks into the heart of conservative Christianity at the beginning of the millennium. Leading preachers from across the world came together in this book including; Ian Paisley, Rod Bell, Ken Connelly, Bob Jones, and others. ... more info
Every woman needs a place where she can talk about whatever's on her mind—from fears to friendships, lost rings to love, daipers to grace. In the neighborly, nothing-fancy Girlville Diner, girlfriends chat in corner booths and receive the peace and guidance that God serves Is your spirit hungry for "Just a Little Something"? Or is your soul... ... more info
This valuable resource is packed with Bible-based activities that will strengthen the values of Conviction and Sincerity in children ages 6-12. <p> Through fun, challenging, and interactive activities, children will: <p> Be helped to understand what conviction and sincerity mean Be introduced to biblical characters who exemplify these... ... more info
Martha Bolton's observations about life and growing older nail what everyone feels but can't express. "Who Put All This Sand in My Hourglass Figure," "When I Am Old I Shall Be Purple," and "Allow Me to Repeat Myself Again" are just a few of the topics her fans--both new and old--will be laughing at as they nod in... ... more info
For more than 20 years, June Hunt has given sound counsel and scriptural insights to thousands of hurting people through her popular live radio call–in program Hope in the Night. In this book, June brings together nearly 40 common, urgent problems people struggle with. Each short, to–the–point chapter offers heartfelt encouragement, straight talk,... ... more info
Product Description Daniel prophesied the rise of global government in your future A number of prophets had a glimpse of the future, but God gave only one prophet a precise calendar of the end-times events that will affect the current generation. Writing more than 2,500 years ago, Daniel described a series of cataclysmic events and the signs that... ... more info
Product Description What do you crave---and is it enough to satisfy your soul? Fans of Donald Miller and Anne Lamott will savor these wise, humorous vignettes featuring characters who take leaps of faith---from street witnessing to taking the dreaded middle seat on an airplane. Discover the blessings that come from acting in love! 256 pages,... ... more info
Have you ever wondered if we're missing it? It's crazy, if you think about it. The God of the universe—the Creator of nitrogen and pine needles, galaxies and E-minor—loves us with a radical, unconditional, self-sacrificing love. And what is our typical response? We go to church, sing songs, and try not to cuss. Whether you've... ... more info
Hardcover : 2004 : WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group
In Creating Community, Andy Stanley and Bill Willits take you on their amazing journey of developing the small group culture at North Point Community Church. They reveal their five key discoveries about what it takes to create a compelling small group ministry. These discoveries have helped connect almost 8,000 people into North Point's adult... ... more info
More than a beautiful hardcover storybook telling the wonderful story of the beginning of everything, this multimedia Bible Adventure Club® adventure kit contains an audiocassette read-along, sing-along dramatization of the story plus a fun-packed CD-Rom full of games and puzzles (plays as an audio CD, too). You also get an activity adventure... ... more info
Drawing from her own family's experiences and from interaction with other parents, Lisa Whelchel offers creative solutions for parents who are out of ideas and desperate for new, proven approaches to discipline. In addition to advice on topics such as sibling conflict and lying, Whelchel offers a biblical perspective and down-to-earth... ... more info
Product Description Fifty years ago, when a lanky country preacher stepped onto the gang-ridden streets of New York City, most people thought he had gone over the edge. But David Wilkerson had faith that God was leading him and never looked back. Today his inner-city ministry, Teen Challenge, boasts residential and crisis counseling centers in... ... more info
Product Description Rejoice! Did you know that you're God's prized masterpiece? Challenging you to see yourself as God created you - unique, beautiful, and valuable - Dr. Karia Bunting encourages you to turn away from Satan's lies and embrace your heavenly Father's design. Whether you're called to be single, married, a mother, a caregiver, a... ... more info
<p /><p>Christians are often seen as narrow-minded, exclusionary, or pushy instead of being seen as representatives of a loving God. It’s easy to think that the actions of others are causing the problem, but are you aware of how much your neighbours and friends are forming their opinions of Jesus by watching you?</p><p>This... ... more info
You’ve been called adrenaline junkie, thrill seeker, permanently out of the box, difficult, and just plain crazy. And mostly, it’s true. Whether you show your radical streak in extreme sports, supercharged business ventures, or high risk relationships, you have a full-blown danger habit . As far as you can tell, you were born with it. And... ... more info
Michael Yaconelli invites you to recapture the joy of being a child and apply it to your relationship with God. You'll be encouraged to ask difficult questions about faith and take Jesus at His word when He says, "Anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it."This new edition now includes a... ... more info
Is the REAL you getting lost because the FAKE you is just so annoyingly impressive? — — — “Stepping onto the platform to preach that morning, I admitted to myself that I was not a pastor first, but a regular, scared, insecure, everyday guy whose life had been changed by Jesus. And if Jesus really loved me as I was (I knew He did), then why should... ... more info
Product Description Passion. It's the fuel for success, for dreams, for life. But too many teens focus their energy and passion on the wrong thing-the wrong person. Dateable pulls no punches in telling teens the truth about dating while also directing their passion toward a greater purpose in life. Teen relationships seldom last, the authors point... ... more info
: Paperback : 2008 : David C. Cook
