Download or read book Stepping Stones to Christian Maturity written by Howard Booth and published by . This book was released on 1980-01-01 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Discipleship written by Bruce Hitchcock and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-09-05 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A major issue in Christianity today is spiritual apathy. Believers flock to churches that teach the knowledge of God's word without an emphasis on its application. As a result, Christians are "always learning but never able to come to a knowledge of the truth (2 Timothy 3:7). Reverence for God and service to God have become secondary to the lure of the world system and its empty rewards. God must become first in our lives if we are to be obedient to Him. The intent of this book is to convince the reader of the need to grow in Christ and to train others in the process. Discipling is essential to living the Christian life, the abundant life (John 10:10), that Jesus promised to every believer. Yet, so many of us struggle through life, attempting to survive in our own strength. Jesus wants us to depend on him. When we learn to make Jesus the Lord of our lives, we walk in His light, His truth, with Him by our side (1 John 1:7, Matthew 28:20). Discipleship is the instrument that God has provided for us to know him. Knowing God leads us to greater faith in Him. That greater faith finds its completion in the hope of a better life here on earth and eternal life with Him who saves and keeps us.
Download or read book Discipleship written by Bruce Hitchcock and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-08-16 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A major issue in Christianity today is spiritual apathy. Believers flock to churches that teach the knowledge of God's word without an emphasis on its application. As a result, Christians are "always learning but never able to come to a knowledge of the truth (2 Timothy 3:7). Reverence for God and service to God have become secondary to the lure of the world system and its empty rewards. God must become first in our lives if we are to be obedient to Him. The intent of this book is to convince the reader of the need to grow in Christ and to train others in the process. Discipling is essential to living the Christian life, the abundant life (John 10:10), that Jesus promised to every believer. Yet, so many of us struggle through life, attempting to survive in our own strength. Jesus wants us to depend on him. When we learn to make Jesus the Lord of our lives, we walk in His light, His truth, with Him by our side (1 John 1:7, Matthew 28:20). Discipleship is the instrument that God has provided for us to know him. Knowing God leads us to greater faith in Him. That greater faith finds its completion in the hope of a better life here on earth and eternal life with Him who saves and keeps us.
Download or read book Stepping Stones written by Jane E. Campbell and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2017-04-11 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever experienced a time when you wanted to share a biblical thought or give an uplifting word and searching the Bible wasn’t an option, and relying on your memory was too risky? It isn’t unusual for Christians to find themselves in a situation of this nature and wish for a handy quick reference book with topics and a glossary alphabetized for ease in finding just the right thought or to give someone a word of praise or encouragement. Congratulations! Your selection of Stepping Stones is exactly that tool and more. Use it to enhance your personal growth and advance your witnessing efforts. Its design facilitates optimizing your Sunday School and VBS ministries and supports leadership development of all church leaders. This reliable guidebook produces confident faith in God and fosters the believer’s desire to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Download or read book The Stepping Stones of Spiritual Maturity written by Angela Guy and published by Kharis Publishing. This book was released on 2024-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Stepping Stones of Spiritual Maturity explores our transformation when we bring our true selves before our Creator and the freedom resulting from choosing God's way. Interwoven with her own transformation story, author Angela Guy looks at how the Sermon on the Mount relates to and deepens the Beatitudes by describing them both as a cross-shaped path toward God's heart, and stepping stones to cross before we can continue along the path. Guy also explores the difference between who we are, compared to a righteous God in whom we learn to abide, and shows how our identity and worth are found in Jesus alone.
Download or read book Stepping Stones to Growth written by Terence Davis and published by . This book was released on 2017-09-14 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dr. Davis explores both spiritual growth and spiritual ministry. He shows the connection between the two-in that, when you put a ceiling on one, you have put a ceiling on the other. He also details the role of submission in each of our lives and identifies the tools that must be provided by the one to whom you submit.
Download or read book Solid Stepping Stones written by Brooks A. Bryan and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2017-09-20 with total page 425 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is intended as a spiritual growth tool and should be used in conjunction with time in the Word, regular fellowship with other believers, and council with spiritual mentors. We Christians are all on our way toward becoming like Jesus. This means that each day our Heavenly Father carves a little more of his Sons image into our character. I pray this book will be a tool the Holy Spirit can use to guide you through each days challenges. The scriptures in these meditations are verses that contain imperative mode verbs in the Greek New Testament epistles and letters. An imperative mode verb is a strong indicator of an authors purpose in a passage, so I give them special attention when I study the Word. Each passage has been chosen for its poignant application to our individual daily lives. The translation is my own and has been translated in a style that I hope will emphasize certain nuances of the Greek language pertinent to each days meditation.
Download or read book Stepping Up to Spiritual Maturity written by MS Sara Hines Martin Mre and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2012-06 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you've wondered how to become spiritually mature, this book explains what's needed to move forward on the path from being spiritual babes to having spiritual maturity.
Download or read book The Diamond Soul written by George Vasilca and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-26 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever wanted to learn more about how to transform your moral character to mimic Christ's? Have you ever wondered about the meaning of life, the interplay between faith and reason, and the importance of the character traits in shaping one's destiny? In this self-help book, I will show how to build a Christlike character, which I call the Diamond Soul, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Ever questioned why so many relationships are empty, unfulfilling, and end in disaster? Ever struggled to understand the mysterious connection between two human hearts, which beat in perfect harmony, yet maybe miles apart? Answers to all these questions, and many more, are waiting for you in this inspiring self-help book. The subject matter of the book is developing a Christlike moral character under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Why do we need divine guidance? First, because we are believers, and second, because we cannot do such a huge task alone. The Diamond Soul is the result of the cooperative yet mysterious work of the Holy Spirit residing in us, and ourselves. We supply in a proactive manner the know-how, the sweat, and the perseverance. The Holy Spirit provides the guidance. The result? You miraculously morph from an everyday believer into a highly moral mighty Warrior in Christ. Your personality type changes profoundly because you're on your way to finding your God-ordained destiny and meaning in life. At the same time, I realize that the know-how, processes, and methods necessary to undertake such a massive project can only be based on science. For this reason, I draw on the fields of positive psychology, neuroscience, and human behavior. I use the latest findings regarding the undeniable bond between thoughts, emotions, and conduct. To which I add my personal observations about the role spirituality plays in this extremely complicated and volatile mix. In The Diamond Soul, 5 Stepping Stones to Christlike Character, I use two metaphors. The first is the image of a beautifully cut, strong, and valuable diamond, to help people visualize their character crafted after Jesus' own. The second depicts the arduous path up a mountain slope, using stepping stones found along the way, leading to the valuable diamond located on the peak. They cannot exist without another. You cannot reach the diamond on the summit unless you climb the mountain toward it. Conversely, if you climbed any other mountain, your efforts will have been in vain. This self-help book is based on my experience and struggle in searching proactively for God and developing a moral character aspiring to be like Christ's. The struggle has transformed my life and made me a better person. The new moral authority, which the Diamond Soul character afforded me, had a tremendous impact on the people around me, be they family members, friends, employees, or business associates. I believe the book is unique because: *It anchors deeply one's moral character, behavior, and leadership abilities in the Christian faith. *It provides a gradual approach to personal development and spiritual growth by building on Christina virtues and time-tested core values. *It uniquely blends faith and reason to support the processes and methods advocated in the book. *It offers a solid scientific background and proven practical step-by-step instructions on character development, building effective relationships, and becoming a servant leader. So, dear Christian, build your Diamond Soul character not only for your benefit but for the gain of others and the glory of God. Be fearless - go out there and spread its teachings. Meet your God-ordained destiny to better yourself first, then to improve the world around you--one soul at a time, one group at a time, one organization at a time. God bless your journey!
Download or read book Stepping Stone Discipleship written by Anthony Perry, Jr. and published by . This book was released on 2018-08-25 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Discipleship Resource that meets the Christian at any stage in their spiritual development. By using basic steps a Christian is guided into the process of transformation and service. This resource can be used by an individual or can be adapted for group use. Developed by Living Truth Ministries for the sole purpose of inflaming small church members to go after Spiritual Maturity and inspire them to serve the Christ for their community and the Kingdom of God.
Download or read book Stepping Stones of the Steward written by Ronald E. Vallet and published by Indian Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge. This book was released on 1995 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rev. Ronald E. Vallet looks at the metaphor of a steward and finds the picture it calls to mind a most helpful one, as the model for our whole Christian identity today. The author takes Jesus's parables and shows how they can be stepping stones to understand God's purpose and bring us to Christian maturity as stewards. The book is full of new insights and stories and each chapter is followed by challenging questions to that it can be used by individuals or in bible study groups.
Download or read book Steppingstones to God written by Aden Gingerich and published by . This book was released on 1973-01-01 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this third book of our Bible correspondence course Steppingstones to God, we discuss subjects such as "How to Become a Christian, Assurance of Salvation, and Christian Victory."
Download or read book Daily Stepping Stones of Faith written by Carolina Carpenter and published by Xulon Press. This book was released on 2009-06 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One stepping stone at a time, God brought healing, guidance, and direction into the life of Carolina Carpenter. Each poem, inspired by God, brought Carolina deliverance from the miry clay and set her feet upon the Rock. The publication of this book is nothing short of a miracle. For with God, all things are possible. Carolina's prayer is that through the pages of this book, others will receive healing, guidance and directions as they walk through the stepping stones of their lives. Today, Carolina Carpenter is serving as full-time missionary in South Carolina through the North American Mission Board. She is the proud mother of two grown children and two precious grandchildren. Carolina grew up in the mountains of Western North Carolina. She has served as a missionary in Malawi, Africa and in the United States. God also gave Carolina the talent to paint landscapes. Her work is in galleries in Tennessee and North Carolina.
Download or read book A Model of Christian Maturity written by D. A. Carson and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2007-05-01 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We live in a time when leadership and showmanship are seen as far greater virtues than humility and meekness. Even the church has often got it backward. And in Paul's second letter to the Corinthians, he confronts similar problems in the first-century church. D. A. Carson believes we can learn valuable lessons from Paul's letter about what it really means to be a mature Christian in the face of adversity. In A Model of Christian Maturity he takes the reader step by step through an exposition of 2 Corinthians 10-13 and then helps them apply these Scriptures to everyday life in the church. Perfect for pastors, students, and laypeople, this book highlights the power of weakness in the life of the Christian.
Download or read book Stepping Stones written by Billy Lawrence and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-08-01 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In May and June each year, famous and important people are invited to address high school and college graduations. As I was reading about school graduations, I wondered what I would say if I were ask to speak at a gradation program. Being a minister, I decided to devote my Sunday morning sermons to subjects I thought might be appropriate. Each chapter of the book came from those Sunday morning sermons. Graduation is the finishing of one part of life and the beginning of a new phase of life. Success in new ventures is determined by following key principles. The aim of this book is to provide students and graduates with stepping stones for success in life.
Download or read book Christianity Unbound written by Kevin Wm. M. Henley Sr. and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2016-01-20 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Maturity is not based on age but on attitude, life experiences, and expectations. Because of this there are adults who have no maturity; quite often they are the athletes and the celebrities of our society. Society is stunned by their pouting and random acts of immaturity, but it is only because they have not had the opportunity to mature in the face of living catered lives. And unless they are forced to do so, they will not mature. Society has given them this option; God does not give Christian men and women this same option. Gods mandate to Christian men and women is to lead lives that are in constant pursuit of spiritual maturity.
Download or read book Stumbling Blocks Or Stepping Stones written by Benedict J. Groeschel and published by Paulist Press. This book was released on 1987 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Focuses on values and attitudes drawn from the Gospels and the literature of Christian spirituality to discover solutions to psychological problems. Father Benedict offers a series of therapeutic meditations for readers with an interest in spirituality.
