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  • Ancient Christian Devotional: Lectionary Cycle B, Edited by Cindy Crosby
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    Ancient Christian Devotional

    Lectionary Cycle B

    Ancient Christian Devotional Set

    Edited by Cindy Crosby
    General Editor Thomas C. Oden

    Reading the writings of early church fathers points us to the deep joy that awaits us in Christ when we drink deeply from Scripture, the only water that can give us true life. This guide for reflection combines excerpts from the writings of the church fathers as found in the Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture with a simple structure for daily or weekly reading and prayer. Included are fifty-two ...

  • Reinventing Youth Ministry (Again): From Bells and Whistles to Flesh and Blood, By Wayne Rice
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    Reinventing Youth Ministry (Again)

    From Bells and Whistles to Flesh and Blood

    by Wayne Rice

    Reflecting on four-decade-long a career marked by wild social turbulence and remarkably creative and innovative ministry--including game-changing initiatives such as Youth Specialties and the Wittenburg Door--Wayne Rice turns his eye toward those who are to come. What does the future of youth require of the future of youth ministry? For three-dimensional people at the greatest cusp of ...

  • The New Testament Documents: Are They Reliable?, By F. F. Bruce
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    The New Testament Documents: Are They Reliable?

    by F. F. Bruce
    Foreword by N. T. Wright

    • In 2006, Christianity Today voted this title to be one of the top 50 books that have shaped evangelicals.

    In this modern classic in the field of New Testament studies, F. F. Bruce, one of evangelicalism's most respected scholars, makes a clear case for the historical trustworthiness of the Christian Scriptures. Are the New Testament documents reliable? ...

  • Thirsting for Living Water: Finding Adventure and Purpose in God's Redemption Story, By Michael J. Mantel
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    Thirsting for Living Water

    Finding Adventure and Purpose in God's Redemption Story

    by Michael J. Mantel
    Foreword by Richard Stearns

    When a perfect storm of personal, professional, and natural disaster threw Mike Mantel into a dark night of the soul, he embarked on a journey through his own life and around the world to rediscover God's presence through the diverse body of Christ.

    In Thirsting for Living Water, Mantel invites readers to join him on this adventure and open their eyes to their own ...

  • Kingdom Collaborators: Eight Signature Practices of Leaders Who Turn the World Upside Down, By Reggie McNeal
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    Kingdom Collaborators

    Eight Signature Practices of Leaders Who Turn the World Upside Down

    by Reggie McNeal

    "These who have turned the world upside down have come here too." (Acts 17:6) When Paul and Silas came to Thessalonica, they changed the community. How? By collaborating with God to bring his kingdom on earth. Will you collaborate on God's kingdom work in your community? If you're ready to see God move in all areas—business, education, media, arts, healthcare, spiritual growth, ...

  • Solitude & Silence, By Jan Johnson
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    Solitude & Silence

    Spiritual Disciplines Bible Studies

    by Jan Johnson

    Does the fast pace of life in the twenty-first century make it difficult for you to find even a few moments of peace? Do you long to set aside time to be alone with God? Do you wonder how to best spend time in silence and solitude once you have it? What do you anticipate will be the results of creating "quiet time" in your daily routine? In this Bible study guide, Jan Johnson covers the disciplines ...

    Number of Studies: 6

  • Jeremiah and Lamentations: An Introduction and Commentary, By Hetty Lalleman
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    Jeremiah and Lamentations

    An Introduction and Commentary

    Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries

    by Hetty Lalleman

    Despite the themes of doom and destruction, the primary message of Jeremiah is one of the love and grace of a God who never gives up on those he has called to be his own. The prophet's life is characterized by suffering, but he points to a new beginning, a new covenant and a new hope, eventually made possible through the unique Suffering Servant. Lamentations powerfully expresses personal and national ...

  • Reading Ephesians with John Stott: 11 Weeks for Individuals or Groups, By John Stott
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    Reading Ephesians with John Stott

    11 Weeks for Individuals or Groups

    Reading the Bible with John Stott Series

    by John Stott
    With Andrew T. Le Peau

    Paul's letter to the church in Ephesus is a concise yet comprehensive summary of the good news and its implications. The entire letter is a magnificent combination of Christian doctrine and Christian duty—faith and life—written that we might recognize the hope to which we are called. In this volume, John Stott's teachings from The Message of Ephesians are offered as brief devotional readings ...

    Number of Studies: 11

  • Philippians, By N. T. Wright
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    Philippians

    N. T. Wright for Everyone Bible Study Guides

    by N. T. Wright
    With Dale Larsen and Sandy Larsen

    Things don't always go the way we intend. It's easy to feel discouraged because what we hope for is badly thwarted, or because people make life difficult. Paul, writing to the Philippians from prison, certainly knew what it was like to have plans interrupted. But he maintains robust confidence in God's overruling power, even when everything seems to be going wrong. These eight studies will help ...

    Number of Studies: 8

  • Saint Valentine the Kindhearted: The History and Legends of God's Brave and Loving Servant, By Ned Bustard
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    Saint Valentine the Kindhearted

    The History and Legends of God's Brave and Loving Servant

    by Ned Bustard

    We celebrate Valentine’s Day with flowers, candy, and cards for the people we love. But have you ever wondered why we do this on February 14? Learn all about Saint Valentine, a man whose life of kindness and love inspires us each year to let others know how much they mean to us.

    Told as a charming poem, this beautifully illustrated book will be enjoyed by children ...