Martin Luther's father was a miner with ambitions - he wanted to better himself and provide his children with a good education. Martin upset his father's plan by becoming a monk rather than a lawyer,
There are many types of lie, but perhaps the most dangerous and deceptive of all is the half–truth. A manipulative distortion of truth, it sounds convincing but is destructively distant from what is t
Richard Bewes first experienced revival as a child, to the sound of thousands of African voices singing. In Under the Thorn Tree, he retells this and many other stories from his lifetime of working an
Do you know with any certainty where your conscious, thinking, self-aware, communicative self be after you die? And does it matter, as long as you are in 'heaven'? But the importance of 'heaven' does
In recent years, there has been a surge in interest in the doctrines of grace, the Protestant Reformers, and sound biblical theology which has been labelled as New Calvinism. But is this new trend rea
We live in an age where 'friendships' are prolific and contact is constant. But are all of these people really our friends? The bond of Christian friendship is different. Built on our unity with Chris
Prayer is vital - the 'lifeblood' of the church. But do we really understand it and understand how to explain it to others? This Geared for Growth study aims to give a working, practical knowledge of
Some people boldly claim, "Christianity is fine for some, but it isn't for me". Others feel it is just outdated and irrelevant. For better or worse, everyone in the Western world has come into contact
May Nicholson's story, told so powerfully in Miracles from Mayhem and More Miracles from Mayhem, tells of how she went from being a drunk no-hoper to establishing Preshal, a Christian trust based in o
This useful resource, alongside the others in this growing Teaching the Bible Series, is for those who have the privilege and joy of teaching or preaching a particular book or theme from the Bible. Wh
The Reformation had a radical effect on Scotland not just spiritually but also politically and socially. Given its spiritual decadence in the lead up to this, it was in much need of reformation. A co
It is common for Christians when they understand the glory & majesty of the gospel to be so excited and overflowing with joy that even their sternest critics notice the change in the way they live.Ver
Anne Rayment tells the story of Irene Rowley and her work with U.F.M in Brazil.Life as a missionary is often seen as romantic, but Irene is Rowley tells of the reality - coping with disease, misunders
. . . A mystery suspense for young teens with all the necessary ingredients of intrigue, villains, a midnight chase and a final shootout with the good guys coming out on top. The fun part is that the
John Owen was one of the great Puritans of the 17th Century whose writings and theology have gone through a welcome resurgence of interest in the last fifty years. His writings are a constant referen
On F. B. Meyer's death in 1929 The Daily Telegraph called him 'The Archbishop of the Free Churches'. The New York Observer noted that 'He has an international fame and his services are constantly soug
Ghana is considered one of the success stories of West Africa. Its government is relatively stable and the widespread use of English, as part of its colonial heritage, gives it easier access to the wo
'I'm pregnant!' As soon as you know that your baby is on the way people take notice. Normally relatives soften, total strangers start conversations and family members take extra care of you as you loo
Having a Christian mind is considered important in the New Testament - Jesus himself told us to give attention to it.But what exactly is a 'Christian mind'... and how does it work in practice?What hap
Read with Me takes the stories and teachings of the Bible from the beginning of the Old Testament through to the end of the New, explaining them in simple, direct language.These devotions are ideal fo
Do you strive for spiritual success? Stop it - right now!In a world driven by success, to fail is almost unforgivable. Even the church follows the pattern of the World in prizing strength and achievem
William Chalmers Burns was surrounded by revival. Not only was he used by God in Scotland, Continental Europe and North America, but he was also a pioneer missionary in China (Where he persuaded a you
When life gets tough we can sometimes assume it will always stay that way. But behind every hard time and following every rough patch the Christian finds that God brings times of blessing.God is afte
Many people assume that science has proved the Bible wrong. Yet that is not the case. The Bible, when probed to its minutest detail, is shown to be accurate in historical and geographical details. But
Benedictions – spoken blessings at the end of church services and gatherings – can be nuggets of gospel gold to cherish to as we part from each other for another week. Here Derek W. H. Thomas has sele
Unbeknown to many, expressions and sayings from the Bible have often permeated our daily life in a profound way - until the biblical roots of the saying is all but forgotten. In his second book on thi
In honour of the 500-year anniversary of the Reformation, this small book goes through some of the key events and characters who, under God, brought about one of the most significant changes in the hi
Read / Mark / Learn is a small group Bible study series that is designed to equip people to study God's Word for themselves - and in studying it, know God's purpose for their lives.In an era that clai
Ecclesiastes is for people who have their doubts about God, but can't stop thinking about him. The author of Ecclesiastes had his doubts, too, and these have enabled him to speak to skeptics as well a
John Knox is one of the most colourful figures in church history and his impact is still felt around the world. The real story of Knox surpasses the best fiction novels. Five hundred years after his
No true Christian wants to keep on sinning. Yet the battle seems unwinnable. For every slain opponent two more emerge from the shadows. And to make matters worse, an endless stream of pundits are on h
Letters with Love is a wonderful book. A young teenager suffering from Anorexia receives a letter every day for a whole year from her grandfather. He sets out to encourage her and anchor her once agai
Children and families need to know the truth about the church because children are not just the church of tomorrow, they are the church of today. Like a building, if the foundations are not solid then
The influence of Christians is a part of our inheritance and a key factor in the creation of a moral fabric underpinning our society.For a society to function there have to be norms of acceptable beha
The true story of David Livingstone and his astonishing journeys. What would you do if a lion chased you? Would you fight it? That's what David Livingstone did. He did many brave things. He didn't th
They were cutting the branches off the trees again.When Zari first arrived in East London, she had wondered about the trees. She had never seen any fields and farms in London, like there were at home
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 tho
These prophets were writing in the time period 7th to 8th Century BC. Nahum, Habakkuk and Zephaniah were all writing towards the end of the 7th Century BC. Micah's is the oldest prophecy here, he was
At Christmas time whilst singing carols about 'gentle Jesus, meek and mild' we can miss that this time-dividing man had an edge about what he had to say. His parables are sometimes not 'nice spiritual
Of all the Old Testament books few can compare with Isaiah for its lasting impact. It is probably quoted more than any other and it has been treasured by Christians down through the ages. Isaiah, mean
