This is the fruit of thirty-five years of meditation on John 17. For most of his ministry, Michael Cassidy has been wracked by the discrepancy between the church Jesus portrays, and the church in dail
Popular pastor and best-selling author Erwin W. Lutzer explores Peter's life to demonstrate how God works through sinful people, using trials, challenges, and the unseen battles of the heart to chisel
Since first published in 1981, Practical Christian Theology has been a popular resource for both lay readers and academicstudents of the Bible. In addition to providing a comprehensive view of Christi
Evelyn Barrett wants to die. As long as her daughter's murderer dies with her, she is ready to go. Why did this man--this stranger--destroy her family? Why has he not been brought to justice? Why is s
Many Christians have a good understanding that salvation is by grace through faith, and that there is nothing they can do to earn their salvation. However, many have fallen into the trap that once sav
Popular apologist Mary Jo Sharp issues a personal challenge for sisters in Christ to approach their faith on an intellectual level, along with a compelling call for women's ministries to help women lo
The inaugural volume in the Handbooks for New Testament Exegesis series, Interpreting the Pauline Letters begins by exploring the components of narrative--setting, characterization, and plot--and then
The book of Hebrews presents interpretive challenges and theological comparisons unrivaled in the New Testament. Charts on the Book of Hebrews puts this demanding yet rewarding information in an acces
Twelve-year-old Jeremiah "Jem" Coulter knows that Goldtown, California, has seen the last of the gold rush. But the flecks of gold he and an old prospector, "Strike," find in their played-out claim on
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints currently boasts millions of members, thousands of missionaries, and congregations on every continent as well as in the vast majority of the world’s cou
Whether they know it or not, every Christian is in fulltime ministry--at home, at school, at recreation, and at work. Colossians 4:5-6 says "Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming the
For years, the evangelical church and its members have debated whether the Bible should be interpreted literally or symbolically in regards to the age of the earth. In their groundbreaking new book, "
Everyone struggles with problems that seem too big to handle. But conflicts are really opportunities for Christians to learn how to rely more faithfully on God. "In Growing Through Conflict," renowned
About the Book: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports that 80 percent of childhood abuse victims later suffer from at least one abuse-induced psychological disorder. It's proven tha
This helpful resource provides a blueprint for developing a spiritually strong and effective ministry team in the local church. Pastors will find the book useful as a regular reference to "tune up" th
Abortion continues to be a hot topic in politics, women's rights, and medical practice. But for the eight to ten million American Christian women who have had one, abortion is a spiritual issue as wel
The uniquely packaged Hot Buttons Series is an accessible, quick-reference resource that parents can use to equip their children to make the right decisions, even in the face of peer pressure and outs
Secular assumptions are being introduced piecemeal into our way of life. From the Millennium Dome (what exactly was itcelebrating?) to the restrictions on the wearing of crosses and abolition of nativ
The Gospel According to Isaiah 53 presents the redemptive work of the Messiah to the Jewish community,exploring issues of atonement and redemption in light of Isaiah chapter 53. It is clear that Jesus
The rush of everyday life can leave us exhausted. Our attempts to know god and serve Him seem futile. Spiritual life becomes an uphill struggle - tiring, frustrating, and unfulfilling. Surely there mu
There comes a time in every person's life when they wonder: does anything I do really matter? In this inspiring book,bestselling author P.K. Hallinan shows readers how to answer that question with a r
Effective sermon exposition is based not only on the preacher's understanding of the text of Scripture, but also upon a clear and concise communication of that meaning to God's people. A clear and con
Christianity is messy. Unanswered prayers. Painful choices. Unresolved regrets. We're called to have faith, and yet we doubt. We try to be perfect, but we fall short. This is the chaos. It's all aroun
This book is written for new and young Christians to provide simple steps in how to receive, use, and developthe gifts of the Holy Spirit. Its simple, easy-to-follow format encourages readers to engag
Like that of many others, Peter Gladwin's life began badly: He was seriously burned in a house fire at the age of one,put on probation at thirteen for burglary and theft, stabbed in a gang fight at fi
Each member of a Beautiful Womanhood small group is encouraged to journal their thoughts through their study. The Beautiful Wife Prayer Journal offers Bible verses, prayer suggestions, and dedicated s
What does it mean to think and live Christianly in a world of competing worldviews? Christian Contours answers this question by inviting readers to consider the understanding of reality proposed by th
Even-handed, biblical, and broadly accessible answers to the most frequently asked questions abut the return of ChristThis newest contribution to the 40 Questions series continues the tradition of exc
After losing everyone she loves, concert pianist Liesl Bower has nowhere to go but to escape into her music. Searching for the peace she usually finds in her concertos and sonatas, Liesl can't shake t
Many of today's young people practice a dangerously brittle faith. They swing wildly between belief and skepticism, Christian service and the temptations of teen culture. Surrounded by a multitude of
In the mythical city of N'de lives thirteen-year-old Hadlay and her people, the Ramash. Scorned and abused by the unloving and absent Emperor, the Ramash are poor people, placed second to the ruling c
In this sequel to Sunday School That Really Works, Steve Parr explores twenty-four problems in organizing and teaching a Sunday school class. But he does more than present the problems; he provides pr
God invites us not only to have a relationship with Him, but something even deeper---He invites us to experience an intimate friendship. Whether we struggle to find time for God, feel abandoned when w
There is something missing in the church today. Stuck in a rut of routines and rituals, the church is caught up in doing what it is "supposed to do" but is lacking the true essence of what it is suppo
The Bible is a ready resource for guidance on topics and questions that often provoke and perplex believers. And yet few know where to look for the answers they need. Until now. Written in question-an
The Bible is a ready resource for guidance on topics and questions that often provoke and perplex believers. And yet few know where to look for the answers they need. Until now. Written in question-an
"Trained in the Fear of God encourages the church and its leaders and pastors to shift away from the current 'silos' paradigm of age-specific youth ministries to a more holistic approach rooted in min
Through the history of God's people, the constant element has been the manifest presence of the Almighty. Baptism in the Holy Spirit galvanized the young church, equipping and empowering the believers
In short chapters full of memorable personal stories Danielle Strickland challenges us to take seriously our reading of the Gospels and the consequences of that reading. Strickland exposes the lie tha
Written for reading level 2.0-2.8, the Circle C Beginnings series combines fun illustrations and six-year-old Andi's signature curiosity.In Andi's Circle C Christmas, Andi's fun holiday break is spoil
