Download or read book Inspirational and Sermon Starter Stories written by Frank Massaro and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-08-13 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twenty years ago, I began printing emails that contained short and long inspirational stories, quick quotes, poems, jokes, and other items that were forwarded by many of my Christian friends. I have finally organized these emails into those categories that will be useful while conducting Sunday school classes, bible study, delivering a sermon, addressing civic groups, changing a church sign, or to someone just needing a spiritual uplift. This is a book that will give a speaker an idea for a message, or an avid reader who only has a few minutes during a busy schedule to pause for an uplifting message. It's a book where you can start and stop at any time and come back to without having to review a previous chapter to get the impact of the story. You will find new Christian ideas and messages on every page. You can even make one of these stories into a church play or lyrics to a song.
Download or read book Preaching written by Fred B. Craddock and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2010-05 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The standard textbook on the art and craft of preaching, with a new Foreword by Thomas G. Long.
Download or read book Breaking the Power written by Liberty S. Savard and published by Bridge-Logos. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Life You ve Always Wanted written by John Ortberg and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2009-05-18 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ignite a deeper, more vibrant relationship with God that impacts not just your spiritual life but every aspect of your daily life. John Ortberg calls readers back to the dynamic heartbeat of Christianity--God's power to bring change and growth--and reveals how and why transformation takes place. The Life You've Always Wanted offers modern perspectives on the ancient path of the spiritual disciplines. But it is more than just a book about things to do to be a good Christian. It's a road map toward true transformation that starts not with the individual but with the person at the journey's end--Jesus Christ. As with a marathon runner, the secret to finishing a race lies not in trying harder, but in training consistently--training with the spiritual disciplines. The disciplines are neither taskmasters nor ends in themselves. Rather they are exercises that build strength and endurance for the road of growth. The fruit of the Spirit--joy, peace, kindness, etc.--are the signposts along the way. Paved with humor and sparkling anecdotes, The Life You've Always Wanted is an encouraging and challenging approach to a Christian life that's worth living--a life on the edge that fills an ordinary world with new meaning, hope, change, and joy.
Download or read book The Sacred Romance written by Brent Curtis and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2001-04-01 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you're feeling lost, disconnected, or longing for something more, join bestselling authors John Eldredge and Brent Curtis as they explore the greatest love of our lives: our faith. The Sacred Romance invites us to find the peace and purpose we crave by slowing down, asking questions, and deepening our relationship with God. Eldredge and Curtis believe that modern Christians have lost touch with our hearts. We've left that essential part of ourselves behind in the pursuit of efficiency, success, and the busyness of our lives. The Sacred Romance will guide you through a journey to getting to know yourself and your creator even better, asking you: What is this restlessness and emptiness I feel, sometimes after years into my Christian journey? How will my spiritual life touch the rest of my life? What is it that is set so deeply in my heart, that simply will not leave me alone? When did I stop listening to God’s leading? The Sacred Romance is a journey of the heart. It is a journey full of intimacy, adventure, and beauty, that will guide you to your fondest memories, your greatest loves, your noblest achievements, and even your deepest hurts--but the reward is worth the risk.
Download or read book Preacher s Sourcebook of Creative Sermon Illustrations written by Robert J. Morgan and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Ultimate Contemporary Resource for Preachers. Thousands of real-life stories, illustrations, and quotes edited by popular author and pastor Rob Morgan. Previously published as Nelson's Complete Book of Stories, Illustrations, and Quotes.
Download or read book Preaching Sticky Sermons written by Brandon Kelley and published by . This book was released on 2016-12-21 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Nelson s Complete Book of Stories Illustrations Quotes written by Robert J. Morgan and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Ultimate Contemporary Resource for Speakers
Download or read book The Best Sermon Illustrations written by Isaac Milioti and published by Sermon Illustrations. This book was released on 2024-07-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Love Does written by Bob Goff and published by Thomas Nelson Inc. This book was released on 2012 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now a New York Times Bestseller As a college student he spent 16 days in the Pacific Ocean with five guys and a crate of canned meat. As a father he took his kids on a world tour to eat ice cream with heads of state. He made friends in Uganda, and they liked him so much he became the Ugandan consul. He pursued his wife for three years before she agreed to date him. His grades weren't good enough to get into law school, so he sat on a bench outside the Dean's office for seven days until they finally let him enroll. Bob Goff has become something of a legend, and his friends consider him the world's best-kept secret. Those same friends have long insisted he write a book. What follows are paradigm shifts, musings, and stories from one of the world's most delightfully engaging and winsome people. What fuels his impact? Love. But it's not the kind of love that stops at thoughts and feelings. Bob's love takes action. Bob believes Love Does. When Love Does, life gets interesting. Each day turns into a hilarious, whimsical, meaningful chance that makes faith simple and real. Each chapter is a story that forms a book, a life. And this is one life you don't want to miss. Light and fun, unique and profound, the lessons drawn from Bob's life and attitude just might inspire you to be secretly incredible, too. Endorsements: "If this book does not make your heart beat faster, book the next flight to Mayo Clinic " --Bill Hybels, Senior Pastor, Willow Creek Community Church, Chairman, Willow Creek Association "Bob Goff is a one-man tsunami of grace, a hurricane of love. He doesn't just talk about change, he really is change, as Love Does chronicles in such a vivid way. Yet, Love Does doesn't leave you feeling like you want to celebrate its author, it awakens a sense deep within that you, too, have an outrageous role to play in God's unfolding story or rescue and repair." --Louie Giglio, Passion Conferences/Passion City Church "An interesting and compelling story (with Young Life roots) that ends with a practical challenge and punch: 'love does' and God can use you to do it " --Denny Rydberg, President, Young Life "Every once in a while someone like Bob Goff shows up to remind us that some things matter a lot more than others. Love Does has a kind of 'north star' effect that will push you to refocus your life and energy on what is most significant. It doesn't just invite you to respond with your God-given potential, it invites you to become a part of what God can do beyond your potential." --Reggie Joiner, Founder and CEO of Orange "We liked the book a lot. Mostly, the balloons on the cover. The rest was pretty good too. Lots of stories about how God helps us." --Aedan, Asher and Skye Peterson ages 13, 12 and 9 "This may look like a book. It's not. It is an invitation to enter into the greatest adventure you have ever known--your life as it was meant to be lived. Hang on " --Michael Hyatt, Author, Platform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World, MichaelHyatt.com "Bob's ability to love people brings contagious hope and inspiration wherever he goes. The power of love showcased in this book will surely touch the hearts and souls of many people. Read Love Does and find a friend in one the world's best hidden secrets, a person who shows how love can create connection and make a difference--even across oceans." --George Tsereteli, Deputy Chairman of the Parliament of Georgia (former Russian Republic)
Download or read book Does God Heal Today written by Nicky Gumbel and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alpha -QOL chapter 13Is God healing people today?What about modern medicine? What does the Bible say about healing?
Download or read book Giving and Tithing written by Larry Burkett and published by Moody Publishers. This book was released on 1998-08-01 with total page 65 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although it is better to give than to receive, giving is harder for most people. Giving is not only good stewardship; it enables the church to help those in need. Respected Christian financial expert Larry Burkett uses God's Word to show the strong biblical basis for giving to and serving in the church. Using benevolence ministries as an example, Burkett explains how God uses Christians to minister in His name. This is accomplished by giving back to God a portion of what He has graciously given.
Download or read book Children s Edition of Touching Incidents and Remarkable Answers to Prayer written by Solomon Benjamin Shaw and published by . This book was released on 1895 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Windows for Sermons written by Don R. Yocom and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2000 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All those who preach or teach, or who just enjoy fascinating stories, anecdotes, and illustrations, will want to include this book in their library. After a lifetime of preaching Don Yocom has collected all of his best illustrations from life and history and categorized them in a topical index, making this as especially valuable resource. Don Yocom has performed a service not only for preachers, but also for lay persons who teach, make speeches, or sometimes even preach. He has a keen sense for recognizing a story that will open a "window," and this book is the fruit of a lifetime of collecting. Dr. Edwin H. Maynard former Assistant General Secretary United Methodist Communications In examining this excellent book I found myself repeatedly lifting a quote, a humorous story, or an illustration for my sermonic file... I am pleased to commend this new resource to all those engaged in the exciting challenge of the homiletic endeavor. Emerson S. Colaw United Methodist Bishop (retired) Professor of Homiletics & Christian Ministry United Theological Seminary From the pen of a wise elder come stories of life that delight, inform, and inspire. George O. Campbell, Defiance District Superintendent West Ohio Conference, United Methodist Church Yocom's] stories will warm the soul and energize the mind. Charles Hill, Springfield District Superintendent West Ohio Conference, United Methodist Church Yocom brings to us a multitude of stories from life and literature... In a variety of ways, ranging from the humorous to the heartfelt, he tells the old story in new images. You will enjoy this book and find it a help in preaching. Stanley Lawrence, Senior Pastor/Chaplain Otterbein-Lebanon Retirement Community Lebanon, Ohio Don R. Yocom preached engaging, inspiring sermons for 54 years in several Methodist congregations in Indiana, Maryland, and Ohio. He earned a B.A. degree from Taylor University in Upland, Indiana, and an M.Div. degree from Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington DC. In addition to numerous articles in magazines and the Emphasis preaching journal, Yocom is the author of Feet Of Clay (CSS).
Download or read book The Life Giving Leader written by Tyler Reagin and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2018-09-18 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The president of Catalyst Leader believes that the most impactful and most influential leaders are the ones who lead from who they truly are, not who they pretend or wish to be. With clear biblical teaching and personal accounts, Tyler Reagin not only demonstrates the necessity of life-giving leadership, but also provides the steps you'll need to begin knowing and leading from your truest self. From his experiences in high-impact leadership roles at some of our nation's largest churches and ministries, Reagin has learned firsthand the importance of identity-based leadership. His desire is to help each reader become an empowered, confident leader that brings life and vibrancy to every room they enter. Whether you've got the corner office or you're just getting started, Reagin gives you the tools you need to become an impactful and unique influencer right where you are!
Download or read book Sermon Fire Starters written by William A. Scott and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-03-27 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sermon Fire Starter is a compilation of sixty-two short lessons by Rev Dr. William A. Scott, based on his popular weekly Radio Teaching Ministry. This book will help the reader guide his or her community in gaining a deeper knowledge of the Bible and theology; developing a worldview that enhances all areas of life; nurturing knowledge acquisition, critical thinking, informed discussion, and personal research; encouraging the formation of a godly character and attitude; supporting fellowship; and promoting services that demonstrate the love of Christ.
Download or read book Preaching Nuts and Bolts written by Brandon Hilgemann and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-05-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical guide to writing sermons, including preparation, time-saving techniques, how to be a successful preacher, and more.
