Historically, the church's ministry of grounding new believers in the essentials of the faith has been known as catechesis--systematic instruction in faith foundations, including what we believe, how
Think of your local church. Without art--music, song, dance, etc.--it would be a much poorer place. But if protestants have any vision for the arts, it tends to be a thin one. This unique book is an a
As Christians use the Bible in intercession and spiritual warfare, they bind the power of the evil one and declare God's promises and victory. Here learn how to apply biblical promises to every area o
Just as babies slowly learn to communicate in more and more complex ways, so the new believer should move from simply crying out to God to a developed prayer life. The basic elements of prayer found
As they examine each familiar phrase of the Lord's Prayer, readers will uncover a profound framework for spiritual growth. In a reader-friendly, memorable style, David Timms points to Jesus's teaching
We all have experienced the power of words. Hurtful words can do irreparable damage, while encouraging words can set our hearts soaring. In He Said. She Said. authors Jay and Laura Laffoon show reade
The Genesis Record is the only commentary on the complete Book of Genesis written by a creationist scientist. Written as narrative exposition rather than a critical verse-by-verse analysis (although d
Single mothers, whether on their own after a divorce or a husband's death, will discover how to find true life in Christ and allow the strength of that inner life to be the compass by which they navig
Many pastors and church leaders have heard the term "missional" but have only a vague idea of what it means, let alone why it might be important to them. But what does it actually mean? What does a mi
This book of 60 daily readings from basketball's legendary coach and teacher, John Wooden, and Jay Carty, former Laker and one time Wooden assistant contains life wisdom, application and reflection, a
Ignite is the ultimate how-to book for church leaders who want to reach more people for Jesus Christ. Pastor and founder of Church Leader Insights, Nelson Searcy, will provide practical, inventive gui
Renowned theologian calls believers back to God's call to holiness. In this revised and updated edition, the path to holiness is once more clearly marked out for a new generation of readers, pointing
Ask a crowd of Christians whether they believe in Jesus as Lord and Savior, and all hands will go up. Ask the same crowd whether they live like Jesus, and most of those same hands will come down. Why
All local churches experience a predictable life cycle of growth and decline. But if a church is on a downward trend, how can it turn around? Taking Your Church to the Next Level explains the impact o
We all know of families or marriages in crisis. When those suffering in such situations turn to us for help, where do we turn? The Quick-Reference Guide to Marriage and Family Counseling provides the
In these powerful teachings, Tozer captures the spirit of the apostle John and his gospel presentation of the Incarnation. A winsome and enthralling portrait of Christ that challenges readers to disco
As readers of texts written in antiquity we frequently find ourselves in the position of one who overhears a conversation without the benefit of its context. The likelihood of humorous (or tragic) mis
"Fee's book is the most comprehensive treatment available of Paul's understanding of the Holy Spirit, a topic that has rarely received sufficient attention in studies of Pauline theology. Fee's method
The Big Book of Animal Devotions teaches children about the wonders of God's creation while also using each animal to illustrate a character-development lesson straight from the Bible. Each reading in
Christians in the twenty-first century need encouragement and inspiration to lead lives that honor God. When faith is weak or the pressures of the world seem overwhelming, remembering the great men an
Poverty is one of the great challenges of the 21st century. But poverty is not new. And neither is God's deep concern for the poor--it is a theme deeply woven throughout the Bible. Yet sadly, churches
Couples learn how to resolve conflict and hurt in healthy ways, master their feelings of anger, practice the arts of apologizing and forgiving, heal after an affair, and much more in this practical an
Apologetics books abound, but how did Jesus defend the faith? The Apologetics of Jesus presents the Savior at his convincing best. The most tentative Christian--or belligerent skeptic--will find meaty
The Understanding the Bible Commentary Series helps any reader navigate the strange and sometimes intimidating literary terrain of the Bible. These accessible volumes break down the barriers between t
A balanced overview of the role of prophecy in the Christian community, including practical information to help readers discern the authenticity of prophecies and learn to exercise the gift themselves
Over the past two decades, small groups have gone from spontaneous gatherings among friends to a major and elaborate phenomenon in the church. Many evangelical churches have some form of small groups
When Stan Dale, missionary to Irian Jaya, entered the Yali cannibalistic community, he found people living in terror of their women-hating, child-despising gods. This classic tale of faithful determin
Many Christians are used to the idea of a meek and mild Jesus, the stereotypical "nice guy." Countering these all too prevalent notions, Mark Galli offers a unique study of seventeen troubling passage
This comprehensive volume offers readers clear and concise answers to every major Bible difficulty from Genesis to Revelation, staunchly defending the authority and inspiration of Scripture.
Ruth Bell Graham knew about prodigals--two of her five children were spiritual wanderers. This is not a "how to" book that dispenses easy advice on ways to win back a prodigal. Instead, it is a colle
Four pre-teen friends continue to support and encourage one another in their faith and their dreams of reaching the Olympics in each girl's respective sport--gymnastics, figure skating, ice-dancing, a
Discover the 13 "P's" of intercession and make intercessory prayer a part of your life by learning to pray effectively, by learning to pray alone and in groups, and by persisting in prayer.
The New International Biblical Commentary (NIBC) offers the best of contemporary scholarship in a format useful both for general readers and serious students.Based on the widely used New International
An ancient commentator called Job a "strange and wonderful book." For many readers, "strange" might do. Though Job has been characterized as an answer to the problem of suffering, for many the book fa
The Understanding the Bible Commentary Series helps any reader navigate the strange and sometimes intimidating literary terrain of the Bible. These accessible volumes break down the barriers between t
In the quiet community of Hollyhill in the mid-Sixties, whispers of mistakes from the past threaten to destroy relationships that everyone thought were strong.
This critical volume focuses on the concept of deification in Christian intellectual history. It draws together Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic, and Protestant scholars to introduce and explain the t
Drawn from the lives of key Christians from the past and present, Heroes in Black History is an inspiring collection of forty-two exciting and educational readings that highlight African-American Chri
