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Since the beginning of humanity, the question of suffering-why it happens and how God works in it-has existed. What are you doing, God? Why is this happening? Where are you? These questions fill our thoughts when we experience deep pain and tragedy. Having lost two young children who suffered from a rare and incurable disease, editor Nancy Guthrie has put together this helpful collection of short readings exploring the question of suffering.This anthology includes essays from both classic and contemporary theologians, Bible teachers, and missionaries such as John Calvin, Charles Spurgeon, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, John Piper, Corrie ten Boom, Joni Eareckson Tada, and Helen Roseveare. Each entry expounds on a Bible verse, leading readers to see and be comforted by God's perspective, purpose, and provision in suffering.

Today believers encounter a dizzying array of religious options. What You Need to Know About Defending Your Faith gives every believer seeking answers complete training that will firm up their faith and provide confidence in sharing the gospel. The Max Anders What You Need to Know About series is made up of ten 12-lesson study guides covering the fundamentals of Christianity. The ten books in the series together form a “Basic Knowledge” program for seekers, new believers, and veteran believers who want a stronger foundation in the Christian faith. Features What You Need to Know About guides sold to More than 200,000 units

Many churches harbor harried congregations merely going through the motions--sleepwalking saints who fail to experience transformed living. Many are unable and unwilling to share the gospel, convinced that it's not their "gift."True disciples do more than the minimum, explains Hull. They choose the life and commit to bringing Jesus to the lost. They live out their beliefs and walk the walk. Submission shows the doubting world that Christ is embedded in their character.Choose the Life is a practical tool as accessible to laypeople as ministry leaders. Any church seeking life-changing significance will be challenged by this cutting-edge resource. No hand-holding here, Choose the Life shows church members how to take individual responsibility for both being discipled and discipling others.

This book is an insightful commentary that examines the intersection of faith and art, calling on readers to engage in purposeful consumption and creation of media. This book is a must-read for the faithful wanting to appreciate art in all its forms, and for anyone seeking a fresh perspective on faith and culture.

Recommendation: This book is a must-read for those interested in the political and historical battles that shaped Christian doctrine. Jenkins skillfully examines the power struggles of fifth-century church leaders that resulted in today's church teaching about the nature of Jesus and the papacy. The book reveals the surprising and at times violent history of Christian doctrine that is often overlooked. Overall, readers will come away with a deeper understanding of the accidental events that have shaped Christian beliefs for the last 1,500 years.

This book is a must-read for pastors and church leaders looking to grow their church in a purposeful way. Rick Warren provides practical insights and principles based on his own experience of growing Saddleback Church into a purpose-driven community. The book focuses on a five-part strategy to grow a healthy church, from fostering fellowship to evangelism. Warren's emphasis on building people rather than just church programs is highly effective and impactful.

Take a journey through the Bible unlike any other. A.N. Wilson immerses readers in the rich history, literary significance, and cultural impact of the Bible. With wit and wisdom, he challenges misconceptions and invites us to see it as more than just religious text. Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, this book will deepen your understanding and appreciation for one of the world's most influential works of literature.

If you've been looking for a compassionate resource to help you or others through moments of mourning, "Comforting the Bereaved" may resonate deeply with you. The interweaving of spiritual insights with psychological understanding offers a holistic approach to healing from loss. Whether you're offering support or seeking solace, you'll find valuable wisdom in its pages.

Where God Was Born offers a unique perspective on the common roots of the three major Abrahamic religions through one man's journey through the heart of the Middle East. Feiler's personal experiences, coupled with his historical and biblical research, make for a compelling narrative that challenges preconceived notions about religion and its role in today's world. The book's emphasis on interfaith harmony and religious tolerance is particularly relevant in today's divided world. Highly recommended for readers interested in the intersection of religion, history, and personal discovery.

Be AuthenticGod made you an original, so be authentic! Anybody can travel with the herd. It takes faith to be yourself and resist the forces that want to make you conform to the thoughtless crowd around us. In this study of Genesis 25-50, you will meet three unique men (and some unusual women) who dared to be authentic:• Isaac, whose quiet life made a difference in history.• Jacob, who had his ups and downs but ended up a prince.• Joseph, who suffered unjustly but was given a throne.These familiar Bible characters and their stories take on new meaning as you see God making them into authentic people who accomplish Hs will in this world. They will teach you:• How to live with people who make your life miserable • Why families fall apart • How to make new beginnings when you've failed • What to do when your dreams become nightmares • How to enrich the next generation with your faith

The people, events, and teachings of the Bible are a treasury of wisdom and guidance for anyone who has been called to be a leader, to develop leaders, or to work with leaders-in church, business, commerce, or anyplace else. The Maxwell Leadership Bible shows us what God's Word has to say to people of all kinds about leaders and leadership. It's a Bible resource that explains book by book what a godly leader is, what leadership means, what empowering others is about, and how God is glorified when we're all involved in His leadership plan for us. Articles about the 21 Laws of Leadership in Scripture show us how these Laws are seen in the lives of Bible people. There are also articles about how the 21 Qualities of a Leader are shown in Scripture-in the cases of both those who got it right and those who got it wrong-and how people learned from their failures and became better leaders through God's redemptive process of education by experience. Executive Editor John C. Maxwell has assembled biblical teaching to equip and encourage leaders and those who serve with them, to meet 21st-century challenges by using the time-tested and irrefutable principles of leadership that God has shown us in the Bible.

This book could be a good read for those who are struggling with shame and are seeking true healing. Dr. Mark W. Baker combines psychological research, biblical teachings, and clinical experience to provide a valuable resource that tackles the pain of shame. Written in a compassionate and relatable manner, this book helps readers understand the real battle they're facing and equips them with the skills to effectively fight back. It offers a powerful remedy to break free from shame and embrace acceptance and healing.

The book of Galatians is one of the apostle Paul's most impassioned and eloquent letters. It warns Christians of the dangers of both legalism and lawlessness, calling believers to live gospel-shaped lives.In this study, pastor Geoff Ziegler walks readers through the promises, warnings, and gospel declarations found in Galatians. Both accessible and theologically robust, this guide will help Christians find freedom in their identity as God's adopted children.Over the course of 12 weeks, these studies explore books of the Bible and:Ask thoughtful questions to spur discussion Show how each passage unveils the gospel Tie the text in with the whole story of Scripture Illuminate the doctrines taught in each passage Invite you to discover practical implications Help you better understand and apply God's Word

"He comes as yet unknown into a hamlet of Lower Galilee. He is watched by the cold, hard eyes of peasants living long enough at a subsistence level to know exactly where the line is drawn between poverty and destitution. He looks like a beggar yet his eyes lack the proper cringe, his voice the proper whine, his walk the proper shuffle. He speaks about the rule of God and they listen as much from curiosity as anything else. They know all about rule and power, about kingdom and empire, but they know it in terms of tax and debt, malnutrition and sickness, agrarian oppression and demonic possession. What, they really want to know, can this kingdom of God do for a lame child, a blind parent, a demented soul screaming its tortured isolation among the graves that mark the edges of the village?"–– from "The Gospel of Jesus," overture to The Historical Jesus The Historical Jesus reveals the true Jesus––who he was, what he did, what he said. It opens with "The Gospel of Jesus," Crossan's studied determination of Jesus' actual words and actions stripped of any subsequent additions and placed in a capsule account of his life story. The Jesus who emerges is a savvy and courageous Jewish Mediterranean peasant, a radical social revolutionary, with a rhapsodic vision of economic, political, and religious egalitarianism and a social program for creating it.The conventional wisdom of critical historical scholarship has long held that too little is known about the historical Jesus to say definitively much more than that he lived and had a tremendous impact on his followers. "There were always historians who said it could not be done because of historical problems," writes Crossan. "There were always theologians who said it should not be done because of theological objections. And there were always scholars who said the former when they meant the latter.'With this ground–breaking work, John Dominic Crossan emphatically sweeps these notions aside. He demonstrates that Jesus is actually one of the best documented figures in ancient history; the challenge is the complexity of the sources. The vivid portrayal of Jesus that emerges from Crossan's unique methodology combines the complementary disciplines of social anthropology, Greco–Roman history, and the literary analysis of specific pronouncements, anecdotes, confessions and interpretations involving Jesus. All three levels cooperate equally and fully in an effective synthesis that provides the most definitive presentation of the historical Jesus yet attained.

If you're seeking guidance rooted in your faith for raising children in today's world, "Successful Christian Parenting" could resonate deeply with you. John MacArthur combines pastoral wisdom with practical advice, aiming to equip you with biblical teachings that are time-tested. It's a book that acknowledges modern challenges while fostering a home environment that's guided by God's Word.

"The Adversary" is a must-read for any Christian seeking to understand and overcome the influence of demonic forces. Bubeck provides practical insight into Satan's strategies and offers hope through the power of Christ. Readers will appreciate his clear explanations of topics such as demonic affliction and can benefit from his guidance on how to recognize symptoms of demonic activity in their own lives. Overall, "The Adversary" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in spiritual warfare and finding victory over the enemy.