What does it mean to be gospeled? John Indermark suggests that an encounter with the living Christ demands response. Gospeled Lives covers biblical characters who had such an encounter. Some of these
To be vulnerable and open, to embrace the fear and woundedness in ourselves and others is the way of compassion. Writers as varied as Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Wendy Wright, Robert Corin Morris and Mary Ro
Forgiving does not mean acting as if we haven't been wronged. That is dishonest and unhealthy. Instead, it involves making peace with past hurts so we can embrace the future. This collection provides
In our busy and fast paced world, it is often difficult to find quiet spaces to rest. In this book the reader will find ways to intentionally set aside sacred space within the home, church, garden, re
Whether a simple desire to follow God’s way, a deep longing, or a satisfaction when we find a fulfilling path, discernment beckons believers. The eighth study in the Companions in Christ series, this
Flora Slosson Wuellner explores the ways God’s generous goodness is available to each of us. By exploring miracles and healing, we find that God’s longing for wholeness in each person is real. Include
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
As much as we might wish for a magic crystal ball to give us answers, discernment is not a trick performed by a toy. There is no secret shortcut to knowing which job to take, house to buy, or relation
Prayer is a staple of a vital faith that needs nurturing as individuals practice their faith in everyday life. The interconnectedness of prayer and life became abundantly clear when author Paul Chilco
Webster Dictionary defines mission as a specific task with which a person or group is charged. Richter views mission as an experience which widens an individual or groups experience to be enlighten in
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
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
Norberg brings together her knowledge of pastoral care, psychology, and liturgical tradition to propose something new – the personal liturgy that bridges the gap between faith and therapy.Norberg unde
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
A focused, simple handbook for those who undertake the challenges of living an authentically Christ-centered life. “What would Jesus do?” is a great guiding question for living the Christian life, but
In this cheerful, encouraging book, Wilson offers down-to-earth advice for exploring the abundant life God intends for each of us. Wilson is an exuberant storyteller whose anecdotes all point to the g
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?
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
Many of us go through our busy lives with many acquaintances but few true friend-confidants. Most of our daily conversations focus on the mundane, or we barely scratch the surface of what’s going on i
The Way of Prayer expands on our knowledge of prayer through a ten-week exploration of different forms of prayer practices. Through this exploration, small-group members embark on a journey of genuine
Are you trying to do it all yourself? Muyskens reminds us that what God seeks is relationship with us, a two-way communication. What relationship with God requires is very similar to what our earthly
What are the places that have had a significant impact on your life? Have you ever had a place where you felt deeply moved, unexpectedly inspired, or profoundly comforted? Where has God spoken to you?
Leading a Life with God shows how personal practice evolves into leadership practice. Wolpert examines twelve prayer practices and connects each to an aspect of spiritual leadership. He discusses how
Many writers who examine the parables of Jesus argue that they provide a window into the acts of ministry carried out during Christ’s journey to Jerusalem. John Indermark takes us even more deeply int
HAVE AN UNEXPECTED ADVENTEngage your members with an Advent devotional resource different from any other they have seen. Expecting the Unexpected offers far more than a typical re-telling of the Nativ
Provocative Grace focuses on the words of Jesus, not as rules to live by, but as challenges to provoke us to grow toward greater maturity. Robert Corin Morris asks us to enlarge our existing concepts,
Where denominational hymnals feature beloved, traditional hymns, the Upper Room Worshipbook is a wellspring for newer or previously unpublished ecumenical selections. A rich source of versatile liturg
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 d
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 d
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 d
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 d
Using Jesus’ sayings that we call the Beatitudes, The Power of a Focused Heart will guide users in simplifying their life by finding ways to say no to people in order to remain free to say yes to God.
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
To many, Lent is simply a time to "give up" something that they enjoy. They see it as a seemingly long purposeless time of self-denial. But A Clearing Season rebuffs that notion looking at Lent from a
The skepticism, questioning, weariness, and outbursts in the book of Ecclesiastes make organized religion uncomfortable. For this reason, Ecclesiastes is often overlooked or ignored. But in doing this
“Forgiving is one of the hardest things families have to do. Because the family is where we most count on being loved and accepted, it is the context where we are hurt most deeply and often. Left unhe
