The first step in healing from trauma begins with telling one’s story. Many people are afraid to tell the story of their trauma; they may feel they can’t even share their story with God. S
Aging often brings concerns about health, worries about finances, and frustrations about change. The so-called golden years can seem filled with loneliness and pain. How is a person of faith to cope w
Kneeling at the communion rail, Hannah Shanks heard the familiar words “The body of Christ, broken for you” as the server tore off a piece of bread and placed it in her hands. And then &ld
Finding a place to focus and integrate the Christian faith and the events of day-to-day life can be taxing. This Advent season readers will join Beth Richardson as she uses the traditional Advent the
By writing about their own questions and growing faith in God, authors Norberg and Webber blend many insights from biblical study, therapeutic experience, and theological reflection into the dynamic p
Throughout Advent we read and sing the words Prepare the Way as we makeroom to welcome the Christ child into our lives once again. We prepareour city streets and buildings. We prepare our homes and wo
Most Christians have a desire to find their spiritual gifts and to know what kind of life and mission that God is calling them to. This study allows an individuals and groups to begin to reflect on wh
Most Christians have a desire to find their spiritual gifts and to know what kind of life and mission that God is calling them to. This study allows an individuals and groups to begin to reflect on wh
Moving beyond the basics of public speaking and addresses the foundations necessary for preparing an engaging sermon. Broken down into five parts, Franks and Carroll work through finding the sermon to
This resource seeks to be both a sample of the Companions in Christ 28-week resource and also a basic informational and experiential introduction to Christian formation spirituality. The resource can
This 8-week exploration of the forgiven and forgiving life is written by Marjorie Thompson. Weekly themes are:Living in God's Blessings Releasing Shame and Guilt Facing Our Anger Transforming Our An
With his relentless faith in God and his genuine understanding of doubt, despair, and dry spells, Harper takes on all the hardest questions about prayer.Nothing fazes Steve Harper in this wrangle with
It is a startling fact that many people are convinced that there is little observable difference in the lifestyles of Christians and non-Christians. Too often our spirituality seems invisible and mute
"We often think of Jesus as someone with all the answers. But over and over in scripture, he asks questions, seeking to engage with people and genuinely interested in their responses. Matthew Croasmun
A resource that demands calm, rest, stillness, and reflection during the Advent season.How many times have you tried to reduce the stress and hurry of Christmas by making Advent a more spiritual time?
Living With Purpose in a Worn-Out Body is an exploration of the inner life shared by many persons in nursing homes and retirement centers. With compassion and honesty, Buchanan gives voice to mingled
The disintegration of family life is being blamed for all manner of social ills, and we are seeking a spiritual center as the solution. In this revised and expanded edition, Marjorie J. Thompson offer
Two college chaplains provide a guide for young adults who are trying to make sense of life, college, and vocational choices, affirming that God is indeed present in all aspects of college life, and s
This book invites you to study some of the kingdom principles involved in Christian stewardship—conversion, commitment, involvement, motivation, potential, faithfulness, and sacrifice.
This book explores the role that scripture plays in spiritual formation. Mulholland examines obstacles often encountered in spiritual reading and introduces a new approach to reading that will enliven
Illuminates biblical treasures of healing, which are sometimes neglected by the church.Addiction, personal weakness, and feelings of inadequacy are issues many face daily. In One Day at a Time, South
Coloring books aren’t just for kids anymore. In recent years adult coloring books have become popular. Many grownups have discovered that coloring can quiet their thoughts and reduce anxiety. Sharon S
The Awkward Season: Prayers for Lent offers Christian pilgrims a "prayer path" to follow through Lent. For each day of the week, prayers of invocation, confession, and thanksgiving are shaped around
This six-week Companions in Christ study challenges Christians from the viewpoint of a white South African pastor who has lived through the political changes in that country and experienced with rare
How easily we forget that it was Africans who brought the gospel to Africa, not foreign missionaries! Evangelism has always been central to African Christianity, ever since Egyptians and Liby
While We Wait takes group participants deeper into their own journey toward God by providing weekly readings and group session plans. The first two chapters focus on the questions asked by Tamar, Zech
Covenant Discipleship with Children will help elementary-age children grow in their faith in Jesus Christ through works of mercy and piety. This book is designed to meet the needs of children in the d
“May you live to be 120!” This old Jewish birthday blessing leads to a question Jane Marie Thibault regularly asks attendees at her workshops and retreats: Would you accept the gift of 120 years with
The ministry of evangelism is at its best when it occurs in and through the local church, experienced by members at the local church level. Through the local church, Christians learn to disce
The Way of Blessedness, the third resource in the Companions in Christ series, is an invitation for small group members to discover and live in the kingdom of God. Each week is an exploration of one o
Where is God when we are hurting or in despair? How can we respond faithfully to situations that cause us pain? Where can we find hope even when we feel hopeless?Pain, despair, and struggle are part o
