Offering prayer is one of the most important parts of a pastor's hospital ministry. These prayers connect persons with the power of God, remind persons who they are as children of God, and sometimes p
The sensational small groups series Companions in Christ is now being offered in a new 5-piece participant book set as well as the traditional 1-piece participant book set. With the same great daily
Do you really want the mission to succeed?Are you prepared to live within clear boundaries?Are you ready to align yourself with a greater purpose?Do you have what it takes?Winning on Purpose offers le
Includes Study GuideThis little book invites us to study with some ancient experts in prayer, the persons who wrote the Book of Psalms. We haven’t read long in the psalms before we realize that the au
Biblical StudiesBiblical texts create worlds of meaning, and invite readers to enter them. When readers enter such textual worlds, which are often strange and complex, they are confronted with theolog
This first volume in the Abingdon Press series Horizons in Theology addresses the major concerns and questions for preaching as it intersects with theology. William H. Willimon, recognized as one of t
In this revision of Soul Stories, Dr. Wimberly moves even more in the direction of Christian Education with African American families. Soul stories link persons' everyday life with the Christian Scrip
The Advent season is filled with rich themes that have fascinated poets. In Run, Shepherds, Run, Bill Countryman presents a poem a day for devotional reading during Advent and the twelve days of Chris
"The image of dancing with God may seem like an odd one for a book on Christian theology," writes Jay Johnson, "More than a few people probably assume dancing and theology have at least one thing in c
Ideal for use with choirs and worship teams, it supports congregational melodies. Spiral bound so it lies flat in music folders or on music stands. Many unison melodies are expanded into 2-, 3-, and 4
Even as babies are beginning to crawl, toddlers are learning to speak, and preschoolers are starting to cooperate with playmates, they can begin to discover God’s Word and God’s world through play.&am
Available in English for the first time, Three Months with Revelation is popular author Justo Gonzalez’ study of Revelation. Eminently readable, the study uses the see-judge-act method to bring reader
In a striking departure from customary readings of the Acts of the Apostles as the story of the growth of the church, Gaventa argues that Luke's second volume has to do with nothing less than the acti
What do you do when the call comes from a distraught parishioner who needs help in dealing with a murder, rape, traffic accident, miscarriage, or the effects of a natural disaster or war? How can stud
The word “vocation” may conjure up images of clergy in black suits, bishops in pointed hats, and monks in long robes. But they’re not the only ones with vocations—or calls—from God. Lay people, too, a
Identifies the relevance of the Psalms in everyday life, presenting a year's worth of meditations that blends reflections on Biblical teachings with contemporary stories that invite readers to explore
This book tells how the contemporary church can reclaim its ancient witness through hands-on ministries with the unchurched. When it comes to transforming people's lives and leading them into active C
These commentaries are written with special attention to the needs and interests of theological students, but they will also be useful for students in upper-level college or university settings, as we
Preaching is not as simple as it may appear. The preacher today is confronted with a dizzying array of homiletic methods and approaches, each holding important insights into how to proclaim the Good N
Throughout the modern period, history has been the dominant lens through which preachers have viewed the biblical text. The historical-critical method--with its emphasis on the context of a scriptural
Most pastors are comfortable with the role of leader. Inspiring people and helping them discover and make use of their own gifts are tasks to which ministers generally feel called. Too many p
This leather-bound edition of the Altar Book is used for worship in conjunction with the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. It includes Eucharistic material, Collects, Prayers of the People, Proper Liturgies
"Mission" has become, for many North American Christians, an ambiguous and often uncomfortable term. To many it brings to mind a past in which western culture was identified with the gospel in mission
Teenagers and their families live in a society with epidemic levels of social problems that put adolescents at risk for emotional problems. Teens have special mental and emotional issues that ne
Help your congregation develop a deeper understanding of stewardship that goes well beyond the traditional function of supporting the church financially. With this comprehensive manual, you'll learn h
Children's Sermons to Go is a collection of 52 sermons for children. Each sermon first gives a Bible verse and then illustrates that verse with a short anecdote. Each sermon lists easy-to-find househo
A living religious tradition continually reassesses its practices. In our contemporary situation, the task of reassessment must attend to the presence of persons with disabilities who are increasingly
Biblical texts create worlds of meaning and invite readers to enter them. When readers enter such textual worlds, which are often strange and complex, they are confronted with theological claims. With
One of the chief difficulties in studying the history of Christianity is the lack of prior exposure to the subject that students often bring with them. Struggling to keep up with the large numbers of
A collection of worship services for various special days celebrated in most African American churches. Programs provide an introduction tying the African American heritage to the occasion, with a wel
Handbell Helper treats the subject of handbells for the director or ringer with very little specific handbell experience - from the moment the case is opened to the choir's first presentation in wors
A theological guide to biblical preaching from prophetic texts, Preaching from the Prophetsinvites preachers to look with imagination at the possibilities of prophetic preaching today. With prophetic
Draws on themes of the disability-rights movement to identify people with disabilities as members of a socially disadvantaged minority group rather than as individuals who need to adjust. Highlights t
These hymns have been simplified for use by anyone with at least three years training in piano. In addition, guitar chords accessible to amateur players have been included for many of the selections,
Help couples make informed decisions and plan for their marriage service with this practical workbook. Includes a worksheet to help clergy and couples with their planning. Includes possible readings f
Adapted from Albert Outler's 4-volume text The Works of John Wesley, this anthology of 50 of Wesley's finest sermons are presented in an affordable, convenient paperback. Arranged chronologically with
With its plain, easy-to-understand language, this Pocket Guide will help you understand the major aspects of John Wesley's theology. You will discover what Wesley believed about...The image of God and
LET YOUR TREE TELL THE STORY Bring Christ back to Christmas by giving your children a devotional experience that adorns your tree with Christian symbols.* The Advent Jesse Tree DEVOTIONSThis book offe
Describes what it means to be anointed with the Spirit so that one can preach "to raise the dead." In The Holy Spirit and Preaching, James A. Forbes, Jr.--widely hailed as one of the nation's foremost
A treatment of the evolution of Christian thought from the birth of Christ, to the Apostles, to the early church, to the great flowering of Christianity across the world. The final volume begins with
