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Choosing the Kingdom

Author : John A. Dally

Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield

Page : 147 pages

File Size : 45,65 MB

Release : 2008-01-01

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1566994845

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Today the Christian faith is moving through one of the greatest sea changes in its two thousand year history, and we can no longer assume we know exactly what kind of animal preaching is or ought to be. Choosing the Kingdom is both a work of theology and a how-to guide for preachers who want to rethink both the form and the content of their preaching to move a congregation from maintenance to mission. As a post-Christendom church reorients itself toward the mission of God, what might preaching look like? If we're truly living through one of the great sea changes in the history of the Christian faith, can preaching remain the same? Do we speak as bureaucrats in an imperial hierarchy, anticipating automatic acceptance of our message, or as servants of the reign of God, bringing news of God's activity in history as fresh as today's headlines? Is the announcement of the gospel a demand for submission or an invitation to wisdom? Choosing the Kingdom explores these issues and offers an entirely new orientation to sermon preparation. It offers concrete suggestions for a reconception of preaching for those whose imaginations have already been captured by the possibilities inherent in a missional identity.



The Kingdom of God and the Glory of the Cross

Author : Patrick Schreiner

Publisher : Crossway

Page : 166 pages

File Size : 33,78 MB

Release : 2018-03-15

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1433558262

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“The kingdom of heaven is like a grain of mustard seed that a man took and sowed in his field. It is the smallest of all seeds, but when it has grown it is larger than all the garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches.” —Matthew 13:31–32 When Jesus began his ministry, he announced that the kingdom of God was at hand. But many modern-day Christians don’t really understand what the kingdom of God is or how it relates to the message of the gospel. Defining kingdom as the King’s power over the King’s people in the King’s place, Patrick Schreiner investigates the key events, prophecies, and passages of Scripture that highlight the important theme of kingdom across the storyline of the Bible—helping readers see how the mission of Jesus and the coming of the kingdom fit together. Part of the Short Studies in Biblical Theology series.



The Kingdom Field Guide

Author : Brian Steele

Publisher :

Page : 358 pages

File Size : 38,25 MB

Release : 2020-11-05

Category :

ISBN : 9781952602177

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Are you ready to experience a fulfilling life as your priorities are turned upside down? The journey begins with seeking God's kingdom, hidden like a treasure. But it's hidden in plain sight, right at your feet! Get ready to discover God's life-changing kingdom in your life through tangible, memorable learning experiences. The Kingdom Field Guide ushers you into fulfillment and wholeness as God's kingdom comes--in and through you. In this hands-on Field Guide and accompanying Small Group Guide, Pastor Brian Steele will encourage you to: Seek God's kingdom--because you can't find what you aren't looking for. See God's kingdom--because it is really real. Align your life's story with God's epic story. Live out your purpose and glorify God with the smallest details of your daily life. Each chapter is equipped with "Bible Trips" to help you discover hidden riches in God's Word, "Side Trips" to help you personalize eternal truths, and engaging "Field Trips" that will open your eyes to God's kingdom all around you. This book is excellent for individual study and also includes a Small Group Guide so you can grow together with others. Are you ready to turn your life upside down for God's kingdom? Read The Kingdom Field Guide and realize the fulfillment you've been longing for in your life. Praise for The Kingdom Field Guide "This is not an ordinary book." --Bill Gaultiere, PhD, psychologist, Founder of Soul Shepherding, and author of Journey of the Soul "This is the most relevant book of our time on the realities of the kingdom of God." --Dr. Jason Hubbard, Arizona Christian University "Get ready to be ushered into the riches of Christ in ways you've never experienced before." --David Bryant, President of Proclaim Hope!, author of Christ is NOW! "A masterful job awakening our senses to the kingdom." --Candy Marballi, President of The Prayer Covenant "...It's worth every step!" --Grant Fishbook, Lead Teaching Pastor, Christ the King Community Church



Listening to Your Life

Author : Frederick Buechner

Publisher : Harper Collins

Page : 388 pages

File Size : 15,5 MB

Release : 2009-10-13

Category : Religion

ISBN : 0061842818

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Daily meditations taken from the works of an acclaimed novelist, essayist, and preacher who has articulated what he sees with a freshness and clarity and energy that hails our stultified imaginations.



Light of the Kingdom

Author : JoAnn Borovicka

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 50,6 MB

Release : 2016

Category : Religion

ISBN : 9781618511010

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A comprehensive and eye-opening guide to biblical topics as they are addressed in the Baha'i writings. In Light of the Kingdom, author JoAnn Borovicka explores questions relating to the Bible and its significance and meaning from a Baha'i perspective. The purpose of the book is to provide an introductory compilation of the wealth of insights on biblical topics offered in the Baha'i Writings. To this end, it starts with an overview of Baha'i teachings about the Bible in general, and then explores Baha'i guidance on a variety of topics as they arise from the first book of the Old Testament through the last book of the New Testament. The result of years of exploration and research, the book provides samples of Baha'i guidance on a wide range of biblical topics in a way that is accessible to anyone regardless of their prior knowledge of the Bible or the Baha'i Faith.



The Kingdom

Author : Jess Rothenberg

Publisher : Henry Holt and Company (BYR)

Page : 259 pages

File Size : 27,56 MB

Release : 2019-05-28

Category : Young Adult Fiction

ISBN : 1250293863

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A half-android, half-human girl is accused of murder in Jess Rothenberg's tautly-paced YA thriller, The Kingdom, perfect for fans of Westworld and The Lunar Chronicles. "Wildly addictive and beautifully terrifying... Readers will leave this glittering theme park forgetting what is real."—Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles Welcome to the Kingdom... where "Happily Ever After" isn’t just a promise, but a rule. Glimmering like a jewel behind its gateway, The KingdomTM is an immersive fantasy theme park where guests soar on virtual dragons, castles loom like giants, and bioengineered species—formerly extinct—roam free. Ana is one of seven Fantasists, beautiful “princesses” engineered to make dreams come true. When she meets park employee Owen, Ana begins to experience emotions beyond her programming including, for the first time... love. But the fairytale becomes a nightmare when Ana is accused of murdering Owen, igniting the trial of the century. Through courtroom testimony, interviews, and Ana’s memories of Owen, emerges a tale of love, lies, and cruelty—and what it truly means to be human.



Tales of the Kingdom

Author : David Mains

Publisher : Mainstay Ministries

Page : 133 pages

File Size : 46,9 MB

Release : 2014-10-08

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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Action, intrigue, and danger follow Scarboy wherever he goes, especially in the Enchanted City, where the “imperfect” are cast away and orphans are enslaved. Scarboy manages to escape the evil Enchanter to safety in Great Park, but has yet to confront his greatest fear—and he’ll need enormous courage to conquer it! An exciting series from best-selling authors David and Karen Mains, the gold-medallion award-winning Tales of the Kingdom offers fast-paced action and exciting storytelling with a enduring Christian message. Enjoy these classic allegories teach kids and adults the importance of trusting God as they unveil fundamental truths about good and evil.



Keys to the Kingdom

Author : Deviant Ollam

Publisher : Elsevier

Page : 257 pages

File Size : 10,50 MB

Release : 2012-09-24

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN : 1597499838

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Lockpicking has become a popular topic with many in the security community. While many have chosen to learn the fine art of opening locks without keys, few people explore the fascinating methods of attack that are possible WITH keys. Keys to the Kingdom addresses the topics of impressioning, master key escalation, skeleton keys, and bumping attacks that go well beyond any treatment of these topics in the author's previous book, Practical Lock Picking. This material is all new and focuses on locks currently in use as well as ones that have recently emerged on the market. Hackers and pen testers or persons tasked with defending their infrastructure and property from invasion will find these techniques uniquely valuable. As with Deviant Ollam's previous book, Practical Lock Picking, Keys to the Kingdom includes full-color versions of all diagrams and photographs. Check out the companion website which includes instructional videos that provide readers with a full-on training seminar from the author. Excellent companion to Deviant Ollam's Practical Lock Picking Understand the typical failings of common security hardware in order to avoid these weaknesses Learn advanced methods of physical attack in order to be more successful with penetration testing Detailed full-color photos in the book make learning easy, and companion website is filled with invalualble training videos from Dev!



Kingdom Men Rising

Author : Dr. Tony Evans

Publisher : Bethany House Publishers

Page : 240 pages

File Size : 12,38 MB

Release : 2021-04-06

Category : Religion

ISBN : 9780764237058

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God is good and powerful and wants the best for your life. He has big plans for you. You believe these things are true. But what is your own responsibility as a man when it comes to becoming all God created you to be? How can you walk in victory and faith and make an impact on others for God? Kingdom Men Rising challenges men to foster personal discipleship and apply discipleship skills and a leadership mindset to all areas of life. Dr. Tony Evans brings his insights, stories, and wise counsel from God's Word to clear all obstacles in your path, leading you to the abundant life you've been called to live. And along the way, you'll find your heart stirred to reach for more, no longer settling for a faith that just goes through the motions. The life of King David is used as the book's foundation, and topics include overcoming temptation, restoration from sin, how to disciple others, and finally how to leave a legacy of faith and godly influence. Replace helplessness, boredom, and regret with vibrancy, power, and joy. Let Kingdom Men Rising help you take the next step in your faith to become the powerful man of God you were made to be.



Seek First the Kingdom - Bible Study Book

Author : Christine Hoover

Publisher :

Page : 192 pages

File Size : 19,36 MB

Release : 2021-04

Category :

ISBN : 9781087707785

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As Christians, we live busy and harried lives, most often because we are eager and earnest to join with God in His work in the world. In the confusion and sheer volume of opportunities and ideas vying for our attention, we must constantly return to the words of Jesus to find our focus and purpose, for the truths He spoke, when believed and applied, lead to our flourishing. Using parables and stories, Jesus spoke most often of the kingdom of God as what matters--the ways of the kingdom, the values of the kingdom, and the cultivation of the kingdom here on earth in light of its fulfillment in heaven. In other words, the kingdom of God defines who we are and what we do as Christians. Many Christians don't have a working knowledge of the kingdom and their true citizenship in a way that affects their daily lives and decisions. Seek First the Kingdom cuts through the clutter of life with the words of Jesus, urging readers to stop, think, take notice, and reorient themselves solidly around the kingdom. Features: 8 weeks of personal study to complete between 8 group sessions Leader guide to help guide group meetings Benefits: Explore the kingdom of God in-depth, learning what the kingdom of God is, and how we enter it. Embrace the life Jesus offers us within the kingdom and the way we find joy as His subjects. Understand how the ways, values, and cultivation of the kingdom of God define who we are. Learn to confront our allegiances to idols and false kings, re-ordering our worship. Identify our places in the kingdom of God and how we can join in the work that God is doing here and around the world.