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paperbackThe Message of Obadiah, Nahum & Zephaniah
The Bible Speaks Today Series
by Gordon Bridger
Among the books of the Bible, Obadiah, Nahum, and Zephaniah are rarely read or preached. Gordon Bridger moves against this trend, encouraging the study and application of these Old Testament prophets.
Important biblical themes are found at the heart of these books: God's personal, sovereign, righteous, and loving character; facing up to sin and judgment; responding in repentance ...
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paperbackHere in Spirit
Knowing the Spirit Who Creates, Sustains, and Transforms Everything
by Jonathan K. Dodson
“I'll be there in spirit.” We say this knowing it isn't really possible. Yet we often find ourselves dislocated from the present, inattentive to things in front of us: people, work, culture, ministry opportunities, prayer, and even the Spirit himself. The Holy Spirit, however, relocates us in the present, motivating us to fully engage whatever God puts before us. Instead of relating ...
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paperbackHoly Is the Day
Living in the Gift of the Present
by Carolyn Weber
Life pulls us in many directions, sometimes even to the point of pulling our souls apart. We know rest and reflection are necessary for a healthy life—even Jesus took time to get away from the crowds, away from the demands of everyday life, to pray, to spend time with close friends, to sleep. But when Carolyn Weber—emotionally and physically exhausted from managing her career as a college professor, ...
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paperbackEnding Human Trafficking
A Handbook of Strategies for the Church Today
by Shayne Moore, Sandra Morgan, and Kimberly McOwen Yim
Foreword by Ambassador John Cotton RichmondAuthor Sandra Morgan awarded Wilberforce Award
Human trafficking is one of the most pressing social justice issues of our time, and in recent years there has been renewed interest among Christians, as many have been stirred up to take their part in the ongoing battle. This is a wonderful thing—and yet misinformed and misguided efforts can do more harm than ...
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Lent is a time to prepare our hearts to celebrate Christ's passion, death, and resurrection during Holy Week and Easter. Whether you're looking for daily devotionals, fiction, small group Bible studies, or biblical theology, these Lenten resources will refresh your mind and spirit.
Books can be meaningful additions to your daily spiritual rhythms, especially during a season like Lent. Read articles and interviews on Lenten themes.
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paperbackWe Speak
Proclaiming Truth in an Age of Talk
by Mike Baker, J. K. Jones, and Jim Probst
As Christians, we are called to speak. Some of us speak out in our workplaces. Others in our schools or neighborhoods. Our audiences may vary in size, but we are all called to witness to Christ in us. Pastor Mike Baker puts it like this: "Jesus himself has commissioned each of us to be a witness for his kingdom. And every believer has a faith testimony—a story of how Jesus has made all the difference—compelling ...
Number of Studies: 7
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paperbackSensible Shoes
A Story about the Spiritual Journey
Sensible Shoes Series
by Sharon Garlough Brown
Over 100,000 Copies Sold Worldwide!
Four Strangers, One Retreat Center, A Story of Transformation
Sharon Garlough Brown tells the moving story of four strangers as they embark together on a journey of spiritual formation:
Hannah, a pastor who doesn't realize how exhausted she is.
Meg, a widow and recent empty-nester who is haunted by her ...
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paperbackA Fruitful Life
Discovering Jesus' Invitation in the Sermon on the Mount--An 8-Week Bible Study
IVP Bible Study Experience
by Ashley Hales and Bryce Hales
Illustrated by Ned BustardDiscover the Path to Spiritual Growth
In his most familiar sermon, the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus extends an invitation to follow his example and reveals what the kingdom of God looks like. Rather than presenting a list of rules, Jesus illustrated spiritual characteristics that signify a truly faithful life: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness, ...
Number of Studies: 8
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paperbackPaul's "Works of the Law" in the Perspective of Second-Century Reception
by Matthew J. Thomas
Foreword by Alister E. McGrath- Jesus Creed Book of the Year 2018
Biblical Foundations Book Awards Finalist
What did Paul mean by "works of the law"?
Paul writes that we are justified by faith apart from "works of the law," a disputed term that represents a fault line between "old" and "new" perspectives on Paul. Was the apostle reacting against the ...
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Greg Ogden
Greg Ogden (DMin, Fuller Theological Seminary) lives out his passion of speaking, teaching, and writing about the disciple-making mission of the church after spending twenty-four years in pastoral ministry. Most recently Greg served as executive pastor of discipleship at Christ Church of Oak Brook in the Chicago western suburbs. From 1998 to 2002, Greg held the position of director of the Doctor of Ministry program at Fuller Theological Seminary and associate professor of lay equipping and discipleship. Greg is also the author of Essential Guide to Becoming a Disciple, Transforming Discipleship, Leadership Essentials (with coauthor Daniel Meyer), and The Essential Commandment. He is a partner in the Global Discipleship Initiative (GDI), which trains, coaches, and inspires pastors and Christian leaders to establish indigenous, multiplying, disciplemaking networks, both nationally and internationally.
