Download or read book If God is My Shepherd Why Did I Stray From the Flock written by Rick Anton and published by Rick Anton. This book was released on with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to "If God is My Shepherd, Why Did I Stray From the Flock?", a journey of exploration, understanding, and hope. This book is more than just an inquiry into the reasons behind spiritual wandering; it is an invitation to rediscover the profound love and guidance of God, our Shepherd, even in moments when we find ourselves lost or distant. At some point in our spiritual journey, many of us face a crucial question: If we are under the watchful eye of a loving Shepherd, why do we stray? The world we navigate is complex and filled with distractions that can lead us away from our spiritual path. This book seeks to explore these complexities, offering insights and encouragement for those who may feel they have wandered far from their faith. Through the following chapters, we embark on a journey together. It’s a journey that starts with understanding the metaphor of God as a Shepherd – a portrayal rich in care, protection, and unwavering commitment. This image, deeply ingrained in the Christian tradition, sets the stage for our exploration of faith, wandering, and return. As we navigate through the chapters, we confront the realities of life that can lure us away from our faith. We grapple with the wilderness experiences – times of doubt, isolation, and spiritual dryness – and learn from those who have walked these paths before us. We delve into the process of turning back, the steps towards restoration, and the joy that comes with reuniting with our faith and community. But this book is more than just a narrative of straying and returning; it is a guide for deepening our relationship with God, understanding His unceasing love, and recognizing our role in the broader community of believers. It’s about learning to listen to the Shepherd's voice amidst life’s noise and understanding the profound impact of our journey on our eternal destiny. As we turn these pages, my hope is that you will find not just answers, but also comfort, guidance, and a renewed sense of purpose. Whether you are someone who feels they have strayed from the path, a believer seeking to deepen your faith, or simply curious about the Christian perspective on life’s wanderings, this book is for you. Let us journey together, guided by the wisdom of Scripture, the experiences of believers past and present, and the unchanging truth of God's love for each one of us. May this exploration bring clarity, hope, and a renewed commitment to walk closely with our Shepherd, today and always.
Download or read book Encountering God written by Steve Pettit and published by Journeyforth. This book was released on 2018-01-11 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book of Psalms sketches for the believer a biography of God and teaches how His followers should worship Him. This study encourages believers to come nearer to God as they encounter Him throughout Psalms. In Psalms we see both who we are and who God is. We encounter God in our soul. - Back cover.
Download or read book The Gospel of John written by and published by Westminster John Knox Press. This book was released on 1975 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23 written by W. Phillip Keller and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2019-02-13 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Travel the Shepherd's path to the green pastures and cool, refreshing waters of Psalm 23. As a shepherd himself, W. Phillip Keller shares his insights into the life and character of sheep--and of the Good Shepherd who loves and cares for them. A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23 will give new meaning to the ageless Shepherd Psalm, enriching your trust in and love for the Lord who watches closely over you. Keller infuses new hope into our relationship with Christ. Part of the Timeless Faith Classics series, this installment: Is perfect as a treasured self-purchase or gift for any occasion Showcases Scripture which has been the topic of countless books, articles, and featured on a multitude of gift products Delivers new insights on one of the most familiar and popular chapters in the Bible Is a trusted inspirational resource for personal and spiritual growth and reflection As we lie down in green pastures or walk through the shadowy valley, we're assured that whatever our path, whatever our stumbling, the Shepherd will lovingly guide, carry, and protect us. We can depend on His goodness and mercy all the days of our lives. Readers will find comfort, guidance, and reassurance with A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23.
Download or read book One Stray Sheep written by Everlee Rising and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2019-10-15 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the true story of the author’s life written in her own words. It expresses her battle with depression inexorably intolerable when connected to the fact that her soul was lost. Through this book, you will come to understand or be reminded that God does not let go of His children. He will chase you, little sheep, and bring you back to the fold. Your sin is never deeper than His reach.
Download or read book No Greener Place written by Mary A. Wood and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2011-07-28 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As an avid student of God¡¦s Word many years, the author has found a sweet haven in the green pastures beside the still waters while experiencing the picnic with the Shepherd. It¡¦s an intimate place where the noise of this world is sifted out and the sweet communion of the Shepherd and sheep is realized. The only way to experience this level of green is to spend time hereƒo! The desire for this journal is to help you find that intimate place and fall more in the love with the Good Shepherd than ever before. We pray you are encouraged, challenged and brought to a place of commitment to always stay in the center of His will! There truly is no greener place!
Download or read book Deceitful Masters written by Howard Eugene Wright and published by Howard Eugene Wright. This book was released on 2009-04-20 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When the Ruling Elite's promise of a genuine change short-changes you, this book will show you how to change your despair into a changeless hope in your ever-changing world. The rest is in your hands!
Download or read book The Church School Journal written by and published by . This book was released on 1902 with total page 978 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Charles Simeon of Cambridge written by Hugh Evan Hopkins and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2012-01-24 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Charles Simeon ministered for over fifty years in one parish at the heart of Cambridge during the bleak period of English national life between the French Wars and the passing of the Reform Bill. He was considered by Lord Macaulay to have had greater influence on the life of the church than any primate. Soundly converted in his first term at King's College, he was appointed Vicar of Holy Trinity in 1782, combining the incumbency with a Fellowship and various academic posts. Highly unpopular at first on account of both his message and his manner, scorned and abused for many years, he carried on regardless of other's opinions until in the end he became perhaps the best known and best respected name in Cambridge. Hot-tempered but warm-hearted, impetuous but infinitely patient, a man of imposing, even remarkable appearance, he was a "character," about whom the most entertaining stories are eagerly recounted. As a Christian of independent mind and strong convictions, he found his spiritual strength in a lifetime of deep devotion and strict personal discipline; as a biblical preacher he was the first for many generations to see the possibility and importance of teaching others how to expound the Scriptures; as a pastor and evangelist his work with both town and gown was marked by a rare faithfulness and zeal. Limited all his life to the one center of spiritual activity, he yet was the moving spirit in the formation of the Church Missionary Society, and an enthusiastic supporter of the Bible Society and of work among the Jews.
Download or read book Daily Words of Encouragement to Live By written by Dr. Jim Bostic Th. DS. and published by WestBowPress. This book was released on 2013-01-03 with total page 556 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life for many people does not offer much to be celebrated. Finances are tight, relationships have gone badly, health concerns have risen, children are becoming unmanageable, and it has caused many people to feel defeated. The Daily Words of Encouragement will lift the broken hearted, give hope to the hopeless, and bring healing for your soul.
Download or read book The Sheep Shepherd Relationship written by Marvin K. Myles Sr. and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2014-12-04 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Psalm 100:3 The whole world operates by principles that determine the interactions of individuals, families, and groups of all sizes. One such principle is that of relationship. In this paper, we will discuss the relationship between the sheep and the shepherd. These words are metaphors used to describe people in their respective positions or arenas. We will discuss the characteristics of a sheep, the characteristics of a shepherd, the relationship between the sheep and the shepherd, and finally, the Good shepherd and the sheep. If we would take a close look at the inner workings and outward actions of the sheep and the shepherd, even the actual sheep (animal) and the shepherd, what would we see?
Download or read book The Lord Is My Shepherd and That S Enuff written by Leda Rafter and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2017-10-16 with total page 469 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the greatest witnessing tools is the daily life we live as we interact with our peers and family. At the age of thirteen, I accepted the Lord as my personal Savior in a small church in Elyria, Ohio. Never has there been a moment since that day that I did not love the Lord and want to remain faithful to him. Divorce and the loss of two children drew me to my knees, knowing that I needed God more during those times than ever. But my precious mother and father, Evialee and Walter Matney, taught me the ways of the Lord, living a life before me that even at the age of seventy-four, they are still with me. The devotions within this book include stories of my own from childhood and through adolescence, to raising my children and into my senior years. There are times that I fell to my knees, asking God for wisdom and knowledge, not knowing what to do. But intimate experiences with the Lord gave me the hope I needed to continue my journey of faith. I hope as you go through these 365 interpersonal devotions, you will encounter the love of God in a powerful new way. May the Lord Jesus Christ bless and keep you. Truly, the Lord is my Shepherd, and thats enuff.
Download or read book Psalm 23 Bible Study Book written by Jennifer Rothschild and published by Lifeway Church Resources. This book was released on 2018-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every woman longs for someone to protect and care for her-someone to guide her when she's not sure of her next steps, to provide rest when she's worn out, to walk with her when the valley is dark. God is the Good Shepherd whose companionship provides the comfort and confidence every woman needs. No matter what season a woman finds herself in, she is safe with her Shepherd. Join Jennifer Rothschild in this 7-session study of Psalm 23 to: Explore the depths of God's care tucked in the psalm you've always loved, Trade in the myth of self-reliance for the truth that God will take care of you, no matter what, Know that your vulnerability is not a liability-God made you to need Him, Release fear and trust the Shepherd's goodness in every season of life. Also Available Psalm 23 leader kit includes resources for leading a 7-session group study: One Bible study book, two DVDs, video downloads of the teaching sessions, and extra leader resources. Digital Resources E-book, video and audio teaching sessions, and free promotional materials available at LifeWay.com/Psalm23 Book jacket.
Download or read book Straw For Stray Sheep written by K. Torde Torvike and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2023-05-19 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Straw for Stray Sheep is a refreshing study of arguably the most beloved passage of Scripture in Christendom--the twenty-third Psalm, which the author calls the People's Psalm. In an era when relevance and significance are the buzz words of a global culture, the book highlights the story of a former shepherd who finds much contentment in his new status as a sheep of another Shepherd. The Shepherd whose care he willingly endears himself is none other than the Lord God Almighty. In professing his Shepherd's love and care for him, the new sheep apparently ignores the existence of other sheep belonging to his new Owner. So he comes across as the only sheep in the Master's sheepfold. This is David's fascinating posture in Psalm 23 that Straw for Stray Sheep uncovers and defends by urging the public to accept the lone-sheep motif as the truth of God's relationship with each of His children. The work concedes the mind-boggling concept of one sitting comfortably to partake of a meal in the presence of one's enemies. But it quickly points out the unlimited power of God in protecting, providing for, and preserving everyone who trusts Him by faith for His name's sake. In a nonthreatening language and step-by-step approach, Straw for Stray Sheep presents its author's take on the twenty-third Psalm in four parts. The reflection section at the end of each chapter helps and challenges the reader to look deeper into the text and make an honest assessment of his or her walk with Christ.
Download or read book Holman Old Testament Commentary Psalms written by Steven J. Lawson and published by B&H Publishing Group. This book was released on 2004-01-01 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One in a series of twenty Old Testament verse-by-verse commentary books edited by Max Anders. Includes discussion starters, teaching plan, and more. Great for lay teachers and pastors alike.
Download or read book The Pursuing God written by Joshua Ryan Butler and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2016-05-03 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is God lost? Many of us feel that way. It’s as if God’s gone missing, out in the universe somewhere—and we must pick up the hunt, following any trail of breadcrumbs he may have left to go out and find him. We speak of “searching for God,” “exploring spirituality,” and “finding faith.” But what if we have it backward? What if God is the one pursuing us? What if our job is not to go out and find God, but simply to stop running and hiding? Not to earn God’s love, but to receive it? Not to turn on the light, but to step out of the shadows? Jesus reveals a God on the prowl, pursuing us, hunting down his world for reconciliation. And the question we’re left with is not whether we’ve pursued hard enough, searched long enough, or jumped high enough . . . The question is, “Do we want to be found?”
Download or read book The School of Christ written by Theodore Austin-Sparks and published by Book Ministry. This book was released on 2011-09-18 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ministry contained in this little book has been wrought on the anvil of deep and drastic dealings of God with the vessel. It is not only doctrinal; it is experiential. Only those who really mean business with God will take the pains demanded to read it. For such, two words of advice may be helpful. Firstly, try to remember all through that the spoken form is retained. The messages were given in conference, and the reader must try to get into the spirit and mind of listening, and not only reading. In speaking, the messenger can see by the faces before him where repetition or reemphasis or fuller elucidation is called for. This explains much that would not be the character of a precisely literary production. It has its difficulties for readers, but it also has its values. Of all the books that have issued from this ministry, I regard this one as that which goes most deeply to the roots and foundations of our life in Christ with God. T.A-S.
