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A Holy Meal
The Lord's Supper in the Life of the Church
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2005
"This is my body," said Jesus at the Last Supper. What did he mean? Throughout church history, there have been various interpretations of his words. These differences have caused denominational ruptures that have yet to heal.
In A Holy Meal, Gordon T. Smith shows that we cannot appreciate...
Outreach and the Artist
Sharing the Gospel with the Arts
Language: English
Release Date: April 23, 2013
Whether you are an artist whose talents are an untapped source of energy for your church or a ministry leader wanting to involve artists and the creative arts in your outreach efforts, Outreach and the Artist will renew your vision. Musician and biblical scholar Con Campbell offers encouragement,...
Creation, Power and Truth
The gospel in a world of cultural confusion
Language: English
Release Date: July 18, 2013
In Creation, Power and Truth, Tom Wright invites readers to consider the crucial ways in which the Christian gospel challenges and subverts the intellectual, moral and political values that pervade contemporary culture. In doing so, he asks searching questions about three defining characteristics...
Untamed Hospitality (The Christian Practice of Everyday Life)
Welcoming God and Other Strangers
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2007
Christian hospitality is more than a well-set table, pleasant conversation, or even inviting people into your home. Christian hospitality, according to Elizabeth Newman, is an extension of how we interact with God. It trains us to be capable of welcoming strangers who will challenge us and enhance...
How Then Shall We Worship?
Biblical Principles to Guide Us Today
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2013
Dr. R.C. Sproul is one of today’s preeminent theologians. For more than fifty years his solid, practical messages have impacted and inspired generations of believers.
The “Classic Theology Series” continues Dr. Sproul’s legacy. How Then Shall We Worship? is a landmark look...
Engage
A Guide to Creating Life-Transforming Worship Services
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2011
No matter how great Sunday's worship service was, there's always another Sunday lurking at the end of the next week that must be planned. Church leaders often fall into ruts, working on automatic pilot just trying to get things together, which does not allow for much creativity or focus on designing...
Missional Worship
Increasing Attendance and Expanding the Boundaries of your Church
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2011
The number one question worship leaders ask is: "how can we increase worship attendance in our church?" At least that is the question behind every other question that is posed. Here's the simple answer: It's all about the worship. It's all about you seeking after God each day by incorporating...
by Jordan Pickering
Language: English
Release Date: March 22, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: March 22, 2016
Baptism is an issue that has long divided the Christian church, and in spite of 400 years of discussion, it is an argument that has not made much progress. Churches who baptise infants invoke the vague idea that the covenant is for us and our children, and churches who baptise believing adults only...
by Michael Dubruiel
Language: English
Release Date: January 26, 2007
Language: English
Release Date: January 26, 2007
Maybe you are a recent convert, or perhaps you've attended Mass your whole life, but there are still things that puzzle you, like: when you should genuflect and when you should bow; what the different books used at Mass are and what they contain; the meaning of words like "Amen," "Alleluia,"...
Passing the Plate
Why American Christians Don't Give Away More Money
Language: English
Release Date: September 29, 2008
Passing the Plate shows that few American Christians donate generously to religious and charitable causes. This eye-opening book explores the reasons behind such ungenerous giving, the potential world-changing benefits of greater financial giving, and what can be done to improve matters. By illuminating...
Handle with Prayer
Unwrap the Source of God's Strength for Living
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2011
Handle With Prayer is a definitive guide to the power and practice of prayer. This modern-day classic is a must-read for anyone craving a rich, intimate prayer life that produces results.
God longs to communicate with His children. He desires to move in our lives, help us through...
Forty Days of Fasting & Prayer in the Biblical Context
A Kingdom Message for Believers & Unbelievers
Language: English
Release Date: September 15, 2016
This spiritually-empowered book reveals the importance and power of fasting and prayer backed with faith in God. It is based on the authors spiritual experiences and observations within Christ-centered environment, and written under the influence of the Holy Ghost and with the wisdom, knowledge and...
GodSpace
Embracing the Inconvenient Adventure of Intimacy with God
Language: English
Release Date: September 5, 2017
Think you don't have time or space for spiritual stuff? That intimacy with God is impossible?
Here's how-in the life you already live-you can make time and space for God.
GODSPACE offers seven practices that help busy Christians pay attention to God. They help us align our sometimes...
Devotional Warm-Ups for the Church Choir 2nd Ed
Preparing to Lead Others in Worship
Language: English
Release Date: December 27, 2016
A variety of forty-three challenging devotionals on ten different musically oriented topics. Designed to prepare church choir members for joyful ministry. The second edition has been completely re-set and prayers have been added.