The book of Joshua contains some of the most compelling and relevant truths for our lives today. It is the story of “trembling heroes”—people filled with fear who overcame those fears and accomplished the impossible through reliance on God. In Leading the Way through Joshua, Michael Youssef translates the challenges Joshua and the nation of Israel faced into challenges that are familiar to everyone. God calls people to follow Him, to conquer the Jerichos in their lives, to stand against the idolatry in our land. God calls Christians to tell the world about His covenant love, expressed through the life, death, and resurrection of His Son, Jesus Christ. Readers of this devotional commentary will discover how to turn the insights of Joshua into action in their own lives. It will motivate them to step up, to be strong and courageous, to obey God, and to go wherever God sends them.
In A Couple After God's Own Heart Interactive Workbook, Jim and Elizabeth George build on the content of their book, A Couple After God's Own Heart, to create a companion guide that leads husbands and wives through a fascinating study on God's plan for marriage. Through a unique blend of Bible study material, questions for thought, and "What Can I Do Today?" applications, couples will grow a closer and deeper union as they... learn from the successes and failures of key couples in the Bible discover the essentials to a better marriage participate in discussions designed to stimulate communication with each other set and apply goals that help husbands and wives be all God designed them to be determine how to make the best of the strengths and weaknesses in their relationship This friendly and practical study offers life lessons from a variety of well-known couples in Scripture, and will equip spouses to experience more and more of the incredible bliss only God can bring into a marriage.
It’s tempting for Christians to think they can experience God’s life and power through church attendance, religious symbols and rituals, and good deeds. But as the book of Galatians makes clear, religion means nothing unless believers are connected to the source of God’s life and power. In Leading the Way Through Galatians, Michael Youssef applies Paul’s message to the churches in Galatia to the challenge of living as authentic Christians in the twenty-first century. The message of the Gospel is a message of freedom from the law, freedom from bondage to sin, freedom from fear, freedom from judgment, and freedom from the need to perform and please others. Through stories and contemporary insights, the timeless truths of Galatians will take on a new and powerful meaning as today’s readers learn to apply this liberating message to everyday life and everyday situations.
Devil. Great deceiver. Evil one. Father of lies. Satan. Many names. One enemy. And whether you realize it or not, you are on a spiritual battlefield with this enemy every day. How do you prepare to defend yourself? In Conquer, Michael Youssef says you first need to know everything you can about your enemy. What are Satan's strengths? What are his weaknesses? How does he like to attack? When is he most likely to attack? Are there areas of your life where you are vulnerable and he seems to control the battlefield? Only when you know your enemy inside and out can you plan and carry out a specific counterattack to defeat him. The final victory will be Christ's, of course. That's a promise from God. But as a Christian, you can actively take part in resisting the devil...and watching him flee.
Joshua, a young boy living on a farm with his parents, is paid a visit one stormy night by Moloch, claiming to be an archangel, who has a very important request, that Joshua accompanies him on a journey down to the deepest reaches of Hell. For Satan has discovered the Holy Grail and, given its potency, intends to use it against mankind and against God. So begins Joshua's mission to win back the Grail, journeying across the four diverse pits of the Underworld, where all manner of beasts and demons await, towards the Palace of Pandemonium.'Hell' is the first of a trilogy, with 'Heaven' and 'Earth' to come...
The epistle of James is unusual in tone and content among the New Testament letters, containing many moral precepts and challenging readers to seek godly wisdom on such topics as poverty and riches trials and temptation hearing and obeying the Word of God faith versus works taming the tongue friendship with the world versus friendship with God patience in suffering The wisdom of this letter speaks to us across the ages as every issue James addresses is as urgent and timely today as when he first wrote it. For the person who wants to be wise, time spent soaking up the wisdom of James, the half-brother of Jesus, is time wisely spent.
No matter where you are, you’re leading. Leadership is about more than being the one in front. In our individual areas of influence we can find opportunities to lead every day, and God’s Word is full of examples of leadership to inspire us and help us learn. Joshua had one of the hardest leadership tasks in Scripture: to bring the Israelites out of 40 years of wilderness exile. Leading Wherever You Are dives deep into Joshua’s life to learn from his leadership victories and mistakes. Whatever capacity you lead in, the story of Joshua is rich with lessons for you. Perfect for individual or group study, this Get Wisdom Bible study includes: 7 weeks of in-depth devotionals on the book of Joshua Prayer sections to journal your thoughts at the end of each day 5-8 daily reflection questions for deeper study History Lessons that provide background context for Scripture Guidance on using word study and commentary resources Cross-references to connect God’s larger story of the Bible The Get Wisdom Bible Studies empower women to connect with Scripture in a fresh and powerful way and are accessible for Christians in any stage of their faith journey. Get the whole series, and experience soul refreshment in a new way—individually or with friends. “These are some of the best Bible studies on the market. Not only has Teresa found a way to teach biblical truth with profound wisdom, but she does so in a winsome and relatable way.” —Kat Armstrong, author of No More Holding Back “These guided studies are for any woman who is wrestling with a sense of direction and believing in her worth.” —Marshawn Evans Daniels, Godfidence Coach, reinvention strategist for women
“You hear me, boy?” Joshua’s voice contains iron. The gray eyes regard his young aide sternly. “You’re khepesh, Othniel. You must never go into battle again!” Khepesh! The Egyptian word refers to a madness that causes him to go berserk in battle. It blinds a warrior to danger, gives him superhuman strength, renders him unable to feel pain, and blots out of his mind the memory of battle. Othniel is afflicted with this madness. Othniel ben Kenan of Judah is one of the most promising youths of Israel. Joshua, Israel’s leader, recognizes his ability and marks him as a future leader of the nation when they settle in the Promised Land. To keep him alive, Joshua orders the fierce young warrior never to fight again. Joshua is not aware of Othniel’s battle madness in the first skirmish: the battle of Bethel. The young fighter distinguishes himself and becomes a hero of Israel, although he can’t remember any details. Othniel’s father Kenan is killed in the battle and is buried with honors at Gilgal. Later, in the battle of Gibeon, Othniel again becomes khepesh, and his prowess as a fighter becomes legendary. Recognizing the affliction, Joshua issues the order barring Othniel from all future combat. The young man is sent as a spy to Hazor, the largest city in the north, where a federation of the cities of Canaan threatens to overpower Israel in their attempt to conquer the Promised Land. In Hazor, Othniel’s disguise is to serve as a mute bodyguard in a brothel. One of the prostitutes is a young girl named Shahar. He is attracted to her because she reminds him of Achsah, his childhood companion. Although Shahar is a professional harlot, he sees her as an innocent child. “When this city falls to Israel,” he tells her, “I swear before my God that you will be spared.” In the battle of Hazor, Othniel is again afflicted with the battle madness. Attacking overwhelming numbers of the enemy, he is gravely wounded. Unable to keep his vow to Shahar, he learns later that she was killed in the herem, the total destruction of the city. Othniel believes he is not only responsible for her death, but foresworn, under God’s curse, which extends to his entire family and descendents. He wants only to die. Joshua and his warriors recognize in Othniel a true hero of Israel, and he is carried back to his home in Gilgal on a litter. There he is taken under the loving care of Achsah, who is no longer a child. Although he loves her and wants to marry her, he turns away bitterly, not only because of his battle wounds that leave him crippled and disfigured, but also because he is foresworn and does not want Achsah to fall under the curse of God. His deep depression weighs heavily upon him. Achsah, in a tender scene in the pastoral countryside, confronts him with his deformities, challenges his belief that God has cursed him, and leads him to accept himself as he is. She forces him to face the reality that she is not Shahar, and he must not allow his burden of guilt to destroy his life. Othniel has a long road to walk to be healed of his wounds, both physical and emotional. He and Achsah begin that journey together.
The Clear Word lets the power of ancient texts come through today. As the meaning of Scripture becomes more transparent, you see more of Gods grace. His love shines through even in difficult Old Testament passages. The Clear Word has renewed the devotional lives of thousands of people. Let it renew yours. Now available in the popular two-column format with the text in paragraphs.
Lessons from the Greatest Leader Who Ever Lived If leadership is influence, then no leader has had greater influence on the world than Jesus Christ—and the distinct markers of His leadership style are practical, learnable skills that anyone can apply today. The Leadership Style of Jesus examines the strategies and actions modeled by Jesus and identifies 18 principles of Christlike character every leader needs. This engaging guide from experienced executive ministry leader Michael Youssef will help you confirm your role and spiritual gifts through interdependence on God and others increase your leadership impact by trading out man’s rules for God’s principles thwart temptations such as power, anger, and ego through a secure relationship with God overcome hardship with Christlike strategies for handling loneliness, doubt, and criticism transform the next generation using Jesus’s model of turning followers into leaders No matter where or who you lead, this close-up look at the leadership style of the greatest leader in history will fuel your imagination. It will inspire you to lead in a way that is proven to transform lives and change the world.
