Restoring God's Treasure


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Pastor and teacher Paul England has written a book that offers hope for every lost sheep and prodigal by providing a fresh revelation of the heart of God toward those who have ever strayed from Him. Here is a practical guide of instruction for pastors and church leaders that will equip them to fulfill their role as ""shepherds,"" those who oversee and care for ""God's sheep."" It also provides hope for every parent who has ever fostered a prodigal child.




God's Priceless Treasure


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Be encouraged by author Deborah Starczewski as she shares inspiring stories to show you how to see through the valley of darkness and treasure every single moment of your time with God.




31 Days to Becoming a Happy Wife


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You don’t have to be married very long to discover that your husband will not live up to all your expectations. And even if he is Mr. Wonderful, he will still do things that disappoint you...and even make you unhappy. But being a happy wife has more to do with choice than circumstance. It begins with your personal decision to choose happiness. And it’s characterized by a thread of thanksgiving that runs through your life, bringing with it contentment and cheerfulness. In 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Wife, Arlene Pellicane explores five character traits you can choose to develop in your journey toward happiness. Organized into 31 daily readings, her biblically based insights will show you the way to become Hopeful—believe that a happy marriage is within your reach Adaptable—learn to be open to change Positive—choose to be more optimistic Purposeful—discover a new vision for your role as a wife Yielded—experience joy as you submit to God’s plan Commit yourself to this month-long quest to becoming a happy wife and discover newfound joy for yourself and for your husband. The book includes a “Happy Wives Club Discussion Guide,” filled with thought-provoking questions for each daily reading that will enhance your personal or group study.




With


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With explores the narrative of the Bible to show that we were created to be with God, and that restoring this connection is his mission. Instead of life over, under, from, or even for God, what leads us into freedom and restoration is life with God. Why are American Christians, who have more access to biblical teaching than any other people in history, failing to experience the freedom of the Christian life? Why are pastors, those closest to the work and ministry, burning out at an alarming rate? Why do many church members, who give large amounts of their time and wealth to Christ and his kingdom, secretly question the legitimacy of their efforts? And why are spiritual seekers dismissing the validity of the Christian message? Is it possible we’ve misunderstood the call of the Christian life? A life lived in rich communion with God cultivates faith, hope, and love in a way that transforms both us and the broken world we inhabit. In With, you’ll find: illustrations of concepts in the book to aid understanding; recommendations for how to practice communion with God, including three helpful practices; and a discussion guide for use when continuing the conversation with others in small groups. Endorsements: If we've grown weary of Christianity, if we find most any local church uninspiring, maybe the problem lies not in the Christian faith or these faithful bodies, but in our own disgruntled hearts. In With, Skye Jethani tenderly unmasks the clichéd posturing that too often masquerades as genuine communion with Christ. More importantly, he takes readers to the humble place they must occupy--in prayer, studying Scripture, with the Church--if faith, hope, and love are to truly mark our lives. -James H. Gilmore, author, The Experience Economy It doesn’t matter, as old theologians were rumored to argue, how many angels can dance on a pinhead. But it does matter which preposition governs your faith--over, after, against, for, from, under, with. Who knew what huge worlds turn on such tiny words? Who knew what theological riches were laced into the bones of grammar? Skye has done a great service to the church. In prose elegant and clear, with insights keen and deep, he shows how everything changes with just one word: With. It’s a book I want my whole church to read. -Mark Buchanan, author of Spiritual Rhythm Who knew that a preposition had so much influence? Skye's book will challenge the way that you think about God and faith, digging deep into our motivations and heart issues. You can't read this book and not see yourself and others differently! -Margaret Feinberg, author of Scouting the Divine and Hungry for God




Restored in God's Image


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Revealing the Healer


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You can heal like Jesus did. When she was six years old, Yvon Attia fell out of a three-story building in Cairo, Egypt. In a dramatic encounter with Jesus, she was divinely healed. Today, as a healing minister, she teaches on Divine healing with the authority of a practitioner, not a theorist. Yvon believes that if Jesus is our...




Restore My Spirit, O God


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Restore My Spirit, O God""Inspiration for Regaining What's Been Lost is much more than a daily devotional""this is your spiritual handbook, your spiritual guide""to be used alongside your Bible to reconnect your severed and lost spirit with God's Spirit and to stay connected and become spiritually mature, active, and vibrant. Written in an easy-to-use daily devotional format, this spiritual handbook and guide contains the essential tools required for you to become spiritually wise and mature in God's eyes. All the essentials are here"" prayer; spiritual warfare; worship; discovering and utilizing your spiritual gifts; the spiritual disciplines to keep you in tune with God's Spirit; the indwelling and empowering Holy Spirit; knowing God through His attributes and character; knowing God through His powerful names; knowing Christ through the Cross; knowing Scripture, truth, and true spirituality; the importance of love, purpose, faith, hope, and trust; standing _ rm with patience and perseverance, in attitude and character, and refusing to fail; with service, leadership, and spiritual principles that are timeless""yes, all that and more is waiting for you inside. Let your spiritual journey begin""you can start anywhere, just start today! I hope and pray that you will enjoy and engage in the format of this devotional, as I've used timeless quotations for the human witness and Scripture as God's witness to the truth, and may my commentary guide and direct your thoughts and be an inspiration. Zechariah 4:6b says, "'Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,' says the Lord Almighty." It's time to open the pages"" God's waiting to meet you inside.




Purpose Restoration


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Life without purpose is meaningless, but where do we find our purpose? Purpose Restoration: Finding True Purpose in Life, by Kaluba Kapapula, provides great insight into the lives of Christians, reminding readers of our call to be holy and obedient to the Lord. Remove the things in your life that are keeping you from seeking the Lord whole-heartedly and be ready to be restored! ''Kaluba Kapupla has risen from the copper-rich Zambia to bring us golden revelations from God. A relatively new name now, but soon to be a common literary name, he is an anointed young man with fervor and fire for changing lives. Open your eyes and listen with your heart, and you will be spellbound, riveted, and drawn to introspection. I have known him for many years and his integrity, honor, and heart for the gospel is immeasurable. Each time he has opened his mouth or penned words on a page, he has imparted wisdom from God.




NIV, Once-A-Day: Worship and Praise Devotional


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The Once-A-Day Worship and Praise Devotional leads you into 365 days of adoring God. With daily readings built around worship, this devotional book will open your eyes to new aspects of God and his creation, leading you to joyous praise of the Creator. Each daily reading includes: Scripture text from the most popular modern-English Bible translation, the NIV A devotional thought about worship and praise from the trusted team that brought you the Life Application Study Bible notes Daily prayer starters—open-ended prayers to help you connect with God




The Restoration of God’s Dwelling and Kingdom


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The church in Africa is thriving, both numerically and in its boldness and fervour. Yet the challenge of African folk Christianity – a Christianity shaped more by traditional beliefs than the Bible – continues to loom large, and there remains an acute need for life and faith to be biblically informed. In this introduction to biblical theology, Prof. Peter Nyende draws from nearly two decades of experience teaching the next generation of African church leaders. Maintaining the vital importance of a holistic understanding of Scripture and its unified nature, he presents the central story of both Old and New Testaments as the restoration of God’s dwelling and kingdom in the world. He traces this narrative through its many stages of development — creation and fall, God’s covenants with Israel, exile — to its ultimate fulfilment in Jesus, the church and the new Jerusalem. Though written with pastors and theological students in mind, this book is accessible to any who desire to increase their biblical literacy and partner more fully with the work of God and his kingdom.