Download or read book Holy Bible NIV written by Various Authors, and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2008-09-02 with total page 6793 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The NIV is the world's best-selling modern translation, with over 150 million copies in print since its first full publication in 1978. This highly accurate and smooth-reading version of the Bible in modern English has the largest library of printed and electronic support material of any modern translation.

Download or read book The Fruit of the Spirit written by The Navigators and published by NavPress. This book was released on 2022-09-06 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 3 million LifeChange studies sold The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Jesus displayed these excellent qualities throughout his life on earth, because they reflect the character of God himself. And from the moment you received Jesus as your Savior and Lord, that “fruit” has gradually and increasingly begun to appear in your life. This study helps you recognize these truths and how you can increasingly allow the holy spirit to work through you to bear good fruit in all walks of your life. In this LifeChange topical Bible study you will look at each fruit of the Spirit one session at a time in the order that Paul presents them. Each session will focus on one key passage of scripture that fully describes the fruit being considered. The LifeChange Topical studies are optimized for small group use. Every study is broken down into 8-9 sessions of about 45 minutes. Each session includes: Questions, interpretation, and application of a passage to the topic Personally focused “Your Response” question “For Further Study” section that gives readers another passage to explore around the topic Callouts that include language study, historical context, and illuminating quotes from commentaries

Download or read book Values Of A Spiritual Mind written by Roman New and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2011-04-06 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Values Of A Spiritual Mind: Essays For Living” by Roman New will take readers on an insightful journey to where wisdom and enlightenment await. Spirituality is essential to discovering the essence of one’s being. It is manifested through various practices such as prayer, meditation, and contemplation, which are intended to cultivate a person’s inner life. But what is inside a spiritual mind, and how it works to make one’s life more meaningful? Values Of A Spiritual Mind: Essays For Living is an insightful book that comprises 16 essays that disclose the value of the many things that are essential to man’s existence – it uncovers the truth that will change one’s outlook about life and provides a deeper understanding about the spiritual mind.

Download or read book Understanding Christian Religion Correctly written by Setyawan Halim and published by Iconic Gemintang. This book was released on with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book discusses the fundamental principles of Christianity that all Christians must know but the fact is that almost all Christians (as well as Bible scholars) around the world do not know or do not understand what the Bible says with true and then causing doctrinal failures and deviating from actual teachings. Everything written in the NT must be based on the OT without conflict, not upside down. Therefore, the OT and the NT must be in harmony without conflict or confusion. The NT teaches the same with the OT to love also to love your enemies, abundant forgiveness, not revenge or vengeance, the OT also teaches unconditional love (agape) same with the NT, and all the teachings in the NT are actually the OT teachings. Because in fact, the OT and the NT tell the same principle without conflict. Truly, modern Christian doctrine commonly today is not fully the same as the teaching of the twelve apostles of Christ Jesus in the 1 century AD. This book discusses (to obtain) in an easy-to-understand way, what the apostles of Christ actually teach in the first century AD, as well as every reader (newbie or scholar) can understand what the Bible says with true. By reading this book the readers can understand that the Bible is the word of God which are amazing than any written work. The discussion of this book is able to guide the reader's mind to God's real purpose. All of us today know that there are many different teaching or doctrine of churches but, ALL DISCUSSIONS in this book are based on ancient Jewish and Christian documents, especially until the 2nd century AD, that the OT teaching is the same as the NT without any clashing and deserves consideration by Christian scholars! Below is a glance at this book: 1. There is a lot of evidence from ancient Jewish documents explaining who is the Jewish Messiah in the OT. 2. This book also explains clearly that Rom 5:15 is actually the law of soul for soul in Exod 21:24. Without the law of soul for soul, there is no redemption of sins by Christ. 3. Amazing for about the law "should be cut off" as in Exod 12:19, which seems harsh and as if God is easy to punish but in fact is very generous, long-suffering, merciful. Contrary to what Christians mean today. 4. Ancient Jewish teach that the Temple in Jerusalem are human bodies and were written by the apostle Paul in the NT, one example is 1 Cor 6:19-20. 5. Explaining the concept of the trinity in the understanding of the 1st and 2nd century AD churches. The trinity verses in the NT that do not appear in the OT, such as John 1:1, Col 1:15, etc. are actually based on the OT and were teach by ancient Jewish a long time before the 1st century AD. 6. Wars in the OT as evidence of God's love to restore the destruction because of sin, and it is based on Exod 21:24. The war still continues until the end of the world and all humans from all generations are involved, no one excluded. 7. Clearly that the law of soul for soul, eye for eye, tooth for tooth as written in the book of Moses is not scary, harsh, or without love. On the contrary, it proves wonderful love. This law is the NT teaching also included in Luke 6:27 to love your enemies. 8. Based on the church document in the 1st or 2nd century AD, this book explains NT passages that are difficult to understand, such as Rom 3:20 and Rom 7:6 that it is as if Christians no longer need to keep the law. Rom 2:13 are saved by keeping the law while Rom 3:20 are not saved by keeping the law? Also explains Eph 2:15 (it seems contrary to Matthew 5:17-18) based on the letter of Barnabas in the 2nd century AD describes Eph 2 is the teaching in the OT to keep the law of Moses, but (maybe) different from what the Christian church teaches today. 9. Based on the church documents in the 1st or 2nd century AD, this book also explains Col 2:16 and Rom 14 about food and drink and certain days, such as the Sabbath, and all of them are the OT teachings. Many more...

Download or read book Teacher You Are Enough More written by Claire Rachel Maghtas and published by Morgan James Publishing. This book was released on 2018-06-05 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inspiration for those working in education—to prevent burnout, persevere through challenges, and keep their spirit strong! This book supports and uplifts those who have devoted themselves to the demanding, difficult, and often underappreciated work of education—offering strategies, exercises, and tools that align teachers’ spirits with God to stay at peace while teaching. Educators Claire Rachel Maghtas and Karen Jean Epps’ intention is to energize other educators and give them useful techniques for handling stress and persevering through the difficult times. This inspirational guide includes invigorating verses from the Bible along with personal testimonies to help teachers cope. Teachers will learn strategies to stay in balance while enhancing students’ achievements and well-being.

Download or read book Mark 2 volumes in 1 ESV Edition written by R. Kent Hughes and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2015-03-31 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In our age of aggressive evil and apathetic faith, the Gospel of Mark resounds with the dynamic power of the Lord Jesus Christ. In what is perhaps the most dramatic and action-packed of the Synoptic Gospels, Mark’s writing continues to inspire increased commitment in the church at large. His portrayal of Christ as the servant-savior takes on fresh relevance in these expositions by respected pastor and author R. Kent Hughes. With careful exegesis and numerous illustrations, the author draws many practical lessons for everyday living and ministry from the text. Written to help preachers and Bible teachers communicate God’s Word more effectively, this engaging commentary covers the entire book of Mark and now includes Scripture quotations drawn from the ESV Bible. The book of Hebrews conveys a double dose of spiritual power: it not only presents the supremacy of Jesus Christ unlike any other New Testament book, but it also repeatedly demands a heart response from the reader. No one can study Hebrews and not grow spiritually as he or she comes face to face with God’s one and only Son. In this insightful commentary, readers will find a gold mine of helpful discussion related to a book of the Bible that is easily misunderstood and often overlooked. With divisions and outlines that are never forced but flow naturally from the text, this updated volume in Crossway’s Preaching the Word series will be a great resource for anyone studying or teaching the book of Hebrews. Part of the Preaching the Word series.

Download or read book James ESV Edition written by R. Kent Hughes and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2015-09-30 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The epistle of James is one of the most practical books in the New Testament. Focused on what the Christian life looks like in practice, this short letter highlights a crucial truth about genuine faith: it always leads to good works. In this redesigned volume in the popular Preaching the Word commentary series, Kent Hughes walks readers through James's important teaching about what it means to follow Jesus, exploring the call to persevere through suffering, the relationship between faith and works, and the importance of taming the tongue. Accessible yet robust, this commentary will help pastors, Bible teachers, and small group leaders understand and communicate the message of the book of James with insight and clarity. Part of the Preaching the Word series.

Download or read book It is Written written by S. S. Thabethe and published by Samkele Thabethe. This book was released on 2023-12-20 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “It is written” is a phrase borrowed from the response of Jesus when He was “tempted of the devil” in the wilderness. The Lord responded to the devil’s questioning His identity as the Son of God by telling Him that “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4, KJV). From these words, we learn that the Word of God is the perfect response to any trial because Christians ought to live by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God, and we are blessed to have it written for us. This is the premise of this devotional- to facilitate the declaration of the Word over one’s life for 40 days. It is to remind the reader of who and what they are in God. It is to energise the weary soul, and to revive the dead spirit. Over the course of 40 days in this devotional, you will speak the Word of God over your life, reclaiming your identity in Him. You will be guided through short prayers that will form the basis of meditation and reflection on biblical truths concerning your life. Why 40 days? Because 40 seems to be a number associated with trial, and triumph throughout biblical scripture. As such, the 40-day journey in this devotional is designed to usher you through trials into a place of triumph using the Word of God.

Download or read book Everyday Prayers for Love written by Rachael Adams and published by Whitaker House. This book was released on 2024-12-03 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rachael Adams was sitting in a church pew one Sunday morning when a love offering envelope caught her eye. She sensed the Lord whisper to her heart, “You are My love offering. I’ve given you My love. Now how are you going to give My love to those around you?” Rachael’s heart overflowed; she felt a burning desire to help others feel God’s precious gift. In Everyday Prayers for Love: Learning to Love God, Others, and Even Yourself, Rachael extends the tender invitation from a loving God to His beloved. She explores the concept of biblical love and then guides readers through practical ways to live out love for others. In this thirty-one-day devotional and reflective journal for women, you will: • Realize that God is love • Understand the characteristics of biblical love • Grasp how much God truly loves you • Learn how to love yourself • Live out love through your actions toward others • Experience fulfillment through living out your purpose to love • Develop a deeper prayer life Everyday Prayers for Love will help you discover who God is leading you to love in a tangible way—and motivate you to impact others with the gift of love.

Download or read book Grace In Love written by Amy Lisek and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2023-03-27 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ready to GROW into becoming the best version of yourself that God created you to be? If so, get ready for the next chapter of your story! Do you ever get the feeling that you're not quite living up to your full potential? When we try to do things in our own strength, we usually end up falling short of the greatness that lies within us. When it comes to personal development, learning how to grow in faith is key. And the first step is to accept the grace of God into your heart. Grace in Love: Experiencing the Transformational Change of God's Grace is a step-by-step guide for people of all walks of life to learn how to tap into their God-given potential. In this twelve-step guidebook, you will learn how to follow key biblical principles in order to experience the transformational change of God's grace. The ultimate goal is to reach the state of living in "grace in love": walking in GRACE, with our hearts IN LOVE--loving God, ourselves, and others while we fulfill our God-given potential. Whatever season you find yourself in right now, this book is meant to serve as a wake-up call for how to turn your dreams into reality. Author, Amy Lisek, followed these biblical truths and experienced a surreal transformational change from the inside out. Amy went from feeling broken to feeling beautiful, from being lost to being found, from feeling "less than" to feeling more than enough, from struggling to living her best life. Amy now feels called to share the secrets to her own success with others in order to help them do the same. She wants you to start agreeing with God and the truth of His promises for you. An amazing life is in store for you. You won't want to miss it.

Download or read book Be a Leader Not a Ruler written by Jeff Bishop and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2021-03-29 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is more about how not to lead than how to. It’s based on my experience as a band and music ministry leader. I’ve observed other leaders, young as well as experienced ones, making decisions, which don’t exactly agree with the Bible. I myself have made many mistakes as a leader, and I still do, so I want to share some of that with you. I’ve been blessed to read many books on worship, which have really opened my eyes and ears to what true worship and true leadership should be. And as helpful all those books, my observations and experience has been for me, the biggest eye opener was the most important book that anybody will ever read. The Bible

Download or read book Legacy for Eternity written by Donn M. Brinkley and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2023-01-18 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: LEGACY FOR ETERNITY: A Journey from Genesis Through Revelation View God’s prophetic timetable as the last days of earth’s history are approaching and the return of Jesus draws near. Understand how the Bible fits harmoniously together and is not a random collection of stories, events and people. Receive fresh revelation and clarity of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Prepare for escalating spiritual warfare. Avoid confusion, deception, and eliminate fear during a time of increasing darkness and apostasy. Learn: • How the Genesis account is related to the gospel. • The connection with God naming billions of stars and the human heart. • How violating the fifth commandment causes the downfall of people and nations. • The most neglected element of effective communication. • The five kinds of spiritual vision. • What is the “mystery” of the gospel. • God’s prophetic timetable and understand the season of Jesus’ return. Legacy for Eternity examines key Bible passages connecting fundamental and unchanging truths from Genesis through Revelation and the return of Jesus. An excellent, well-documented resource for personal growth, Bible study and ministry leaders.

Download or read book Luke 2 volumes in 1 ESV Edition written by R. Kent Hughes and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2014-09-30 with total page 994 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Luke's carefully researched and orderly account of the life of Christ is one of the finest pieces of historical writing from the ancient world. More importantly, it boldly proclaims the story and significance of Jesus, emphasizing his "gospel" as good news for the whole world. In this illuminating commentary, respected pastor R. Kent Hughes explores Luke's historical claims about the life of Christ and his overarching message, offering helpful insights into the biblical text and pastoral reflections on how it applies to everyday life. Written to help preachers and Bible teachers communicate God's Word more effectively, this commentary explores how the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus constitute the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy and guarantee salvation to all who believe on his name. Part of the Preaching the Word series.

Download or read book Other Centered Leadership written by John R. Strubhar and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2020-02-27 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After fifty years of being a leader in various capacities, author Dr. John R. Strubhar has concluded that the most important aspect of leadership is how the leader engages and serves his/her ministry colleagues and the larger church constituency. In Other-Centered Leadership, he calls all leaders back to the basics of leadership, teaching pastors how to engage with others in a relational capacity that reflects the clear teachings of God’s word. Focusing on putting others first, Strubhar discusses how leadership rises and falls on the ability of the leader to treat ministry colleagues with love, acceptance, and accountability. The ability to respond biblically to a ministry colleague is the prerequisite for a healthy ministry team. Strubhar offers simple principles, gleaned from God’s word and interaction with hundreds of leaders, to stimulate a new generation of pastoral leaders who will treat others better than themselves for the glory of God.

Download or read book Living in Light written by Andrew J. Lamont-Turner and published by Andrew J. Lamont-Turner. This book was released on with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the Path of Authentic Christianity Are you longing for a genuine, vibrant faith that impacts every aspect of your life? Do you desire to walk in the footsteps of Jesus and reflect His love and truth to the world? In "Authentic Christianity: Living a Life of Purpose and Passion," embark on a transformative journey that will challenge, inspire, and empower you to live authentically. This book explores the core principles of authentic Christian living, guiding you through personal identity in Christ, embracing imperfections, navigating challenges, and cultivating meaningful relationships. Dive into the pages and uncover biblical truths that will revolutionize your understanding of what it means to be an authentic follower of Christ. Through rich insights, practical wisdom, and engaging stories, "Authentic Christianity" will equip you with the tools and mindset needed to navigate the complexities of the modern world while staying true to your faith. Discover the power of living in alignment with God's Word, cultivating intimacy with Him through prayer and worship, and impacting the world with love and compassion. Whether you are a new believer seeking a solid foundation or a seasoned Christian desiring to deepen your walk with Christ, this book will challenge you to examine your heart, align your priorities, and step into the fullness of authentic Christianity. Get ready to embark on a transformation journey as you discover the joy, purpose, and passion of living as an authentic follower of Jesus. Are you ready to embrace the adventure of authentic Christianity? Open the pages of this book and embark on a journey that will transform your life and ignite your faith.

Download or read book Posting from Proverbs written by Nick Harris and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2021-01-21 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book of Proverbs has been a source of wisdom and guidance for individuals, families and churches for centuries. After retiring, the author started a daily devotional and posted it on social media. This book is the fruit of those labors. Each verse is pondered thoughtfully and is followed by a brief prayer.

Download or read book Transformational Life written by Randell Turner PhD and published by LifeRich Publishing. This book was released on 2021-02-25 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Think about the blessings that came when we accepted Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, when our relationship with our heavenly Father was restored. Arguably the most significant is God’s gift of His Holy Spirit, dwelling within us and transforming us more and more into the image of Jesus. The Spirit starts the process of developing within us a new heart, mind, and spirit. Transformational Life presents a ten-week study on the process of dependently abiding in Christ in a way that enables us to bear the fruit of the Spirit through God’s transformative pruning process. This is not a one-and-done event; abiding in Christ and bearing fruit are lifelong processes, and they transform us, like nothing else, into the men and women God created us to be. As your Father, the Gardener, prunes your heart, mind, and spirit, you cultivate the fruit of the Spirit in greater abundance. The blessing of the indwelling Spirit can be truly transformational as we learn how to love, live, and lead with our new heart, mind, and spirit.