Author : John Mabry
Publisher : Quest Books
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 13,31 MB
Release : 2012-08-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0835609014
Offers a straightforward look at the Christian mystical tradition, using examples of the classical mystical journey from the lives of Christian mystics.
Author : Edwina Gateley
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 39,71 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9781580510806
Growing into God is a personal and poignant new collection of poetry. Tapping into the deep spiritual life inside all of us, and drawing upon her growing understanding of God in our insecure and fast-moving world, Gateley travels the spiritual path from disillusionment to faith, despair to joy. Gateley's poetry is passionate, authentic, and immediate. Speaking to the spiritual malaise of our times, she calls and challenges us to new possibilities by recognizing and responding to our deepest hungers. This beautiful new collection of poetry will renew and affirm you on your spiritual quest.
Author : Gary L. McIntosh
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 31,86 MB
Release : 2016-01-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1493401572
It's no secret that the evangelism methods of yesterday are not yielding the kinds of results they did in the 1970s and 1980s. So how are new Christians hearing the Gospel today? How are they finding churches? And what makes them stay at a church? The answers to these questions have the power to dramatically alter the way we do outreach. And Dr. McIntosh has them. Based on ten years of scientific research, Growing God's Church shows pastors and church leaders how people are actually coming to faith in the 21st century. It covers factors such as our motive for ministry, the priorities churches set for themselves, the reality of churchless Christians, generational and gender-based differences in evangelism effectiveness, the name of your church, the influence of pastors, and much more. The appendix includes a copy of the survey that provides the basis for McIntosh's arguments and an overview of the study is provided in the first chapter.
Author : David Mathis
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 43,95 MB
Release : 2016-02-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1433550504
The Christian life is built on three seemingly unremarkable practices: reading the Bible, prayer, and fellowship with other believers. However, according to David Mathis, such “habits of grace” are the God-designed channels through which his glorious grace flows—making them life-giving practices for all Christians. Whether it’s hearing God’s voice (the Word), having his ear (prayer), or participating in his body (fellowship), such spiritual rhythms of the Christian life have the power to awaken our souls to God’s glory and stir our hearts for lifelong service in his name. What’s more, these seemingly simple practices grant us access to a host of spiritual blessings that we can only begin to imagine this side of eternity—and the incredible joy that such blessings bring to God’s children today.
Author : Calvin W. Allison
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 23,1 MB
Release : 2014-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781491839393
We take the journey together. Jesus leads the way and we follow. We travel the narrow road and go through the process of spiritual growth. Our tests aren't always easy. It takes a lot of study and dedication to make the grade, to show ourselves approved unto God. But we endure. We continue down the narrow road, keeping our eyes on the One that leads our hearts in the right direction. The world's distractions are there, opening their doors of pleasure, in hopes of leading us astray and pulling us back into their grip of deception. But we are not of those that depart from the way. We are the strong and the faithful. We, through great adversity, pass the tests that are set before us. We are growing, becoming more and more like our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Growing in the Presence of God is the fifth book by author Calvin W. Allison. Its theme is on spiritual growth. It's intended to encourage believers to prepare themselves for tough times. To diligently seek God and to study His word. Because the process of spiritual growth will take the believer through some tough times. And good preparation is extremely important. With poetry, teachings, testimonies, and scripture, this book has much to offer.
Author : Jim Beckman
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 29,15 MB
Release : 2023-03
Category :
ISBN : 9781635823769
Author : Marcus Lee
Publisher : R. R. Bowker
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 26,53 MB
Release : 2020-10-17
Category :
ISBN : 9780578766836
It's harder than ever being a teenager today. You acquire so many labels from home, school, and especially social media. At the touch of a button, you have access to hundreds of voices trying to influence the way you shape your identity. The temptation to buy into brands and use those images as an identity is real. The fact remains: we all have only one, God-given Identity, and it is our personal responsibility to nurture it into a positive Identity in Jesus Christ.In this book, Marcus Lee shares his journey through multiple identity crises. With stories of humor and heartbreak, he makes discovering your God-given identity fun and engaging all the way to the very end. Shaping your Identity in Christ isn't easy, but it requires no more work than what you're already doing to shape your identity. On this ride, Marcus shares:A story about a cockroach that ruined his street credHis low-key obsession with the R&B lifestyle in high schoolWhy this thing called Da Comparison Game #ISSATRAPThe time a friend crushed his negativity to save his identityGod's Nonstop, Commercial-Free #PositiveID PodcastThe secret to being H.O.T.And so much more?Marcus is not about getting into your business, but blessing you with knowledge. There are hundreds of voices trying to tell you who you are and what you are made of, but how many voices are affirming your true, God-given identity? This quick and easy book is one fun and powerful voice to help you fight for your true Identity in Christ #self-identity matters.
Author : Charles Bridges
Publisher :
Page : 576 pages
File Size : 42,93 MB
Release : 1844
Category : Pastoral theology
ISBN :
Author : R. C. Sproul
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 46,25 MB
Release : 2020-01-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1493421352
The Christian life is a process of growing in holiness, our natural response to the good news of our redemption in Christ. This kind of growth is gradual, and obstacles are plentiful. Thankfully, we don't have to go it alone. God has given us his Spirit so that we can overcome temptation and become more and more conformed to the image of Christ. But how does the Spirit work? What is the nature of our own personal involvement in the process? And how do we know if we are making progress? Drawn from the lectures of beloved theologian R. C. Sproul, Growing in Holiness explores the doctrine of sanctification, offering insightful commentary on themes such as developing perseverance, overcoming barriers to growth, dealing with feelings of inadequacy, cultivating love for God and others, exhibiting the fruits of the Spirit, and much more. Whether you're a new believer who wants to understand what the Christian life is all about or you've been a Christian for some time but are frustrated by a lack of progress, this book is your guide to pursuing a holy life.
Author : Katie Davis Majors
Publisher : Multnomah
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 18,85 MB
Release : 2017-10-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0735290547
New York Times bestseller How do you hold on to hope when you don’t get the ending you asked for? When Katie Davis Majors moved to Uganda, accidentally founded a booming organization, and later became the mother of thirteen girls through the miracle of adoption, she determined to weave her life together with the people she desired to serve. But joy often gave way to sorrow as she invested her heart fully in walking alongside people in the grip of poverty, addiction, desperation, and disease. After unexpected tragedy shook her family, for the first time Katie began to wonder, Is God really good? Does He really love us? When she turned to Him with her questions, God spoke truth to her heart and drew her even deeper into relationship with Him. Daring to Hope is an invitation to cling to the God of the impossible—the God who whispers His love to us in the quiet, in the mundane, when our prayers are not answered the way we want or the miracle doesn’t come. It’s about a mother discovering the extraordinary strength it takes to be ordinary. It’s about choosing faith no matter the circumstance and about encountering God’s goodness in the least expected places. Though your heartaches and dreams may take a different shape, you will find your own questions echoed in these pages. You’ll be reminded of the gifts of joy in the midst of sorrow. And you’ll hear God’s whisper: Hold on to hope. I will meet you here.
