The Message Prayerful Reading Bible: Luke & Acts (Softcover, Purple)
The Message Prayerful Reading Bible: Luke & Acts (Softcover, Purple)

Author: Eugene H. Peterson

Publisher: NavPress

Published: 2021-09-07

Total Pages: 153

ISBN-13: 1641584009

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Slow Down and Connect with God The Bible in contemporary language is placed here alongside the ancient Christian practice of lectio divina, or sacred reading. You'll enter the text of Scripture more fully than ever before and come out of each prayerful reading with a fresh encounter with our loving God, ready to live in the way of Jesus. A perfect resource for your devotional quiet time. This New Testament Bible portion includes the complete books of Luke and Acts. It introduces readers to the timeless practice of lectio divina and provides guided reflection. There is also ample space for journaling your observations, reflections, and prayers. Here are the steps of lectio divina to help you slow down and meet God: Stop: Take a moment to stop and prepare to encounter God. Read: Do a first reading and make observations of the text. Ponder: Read the text again and meditate on its meaning. Pray: Begin a conversation with God about this Scripture. Reflect: Take note of what this time with God has brought to the surface for you. Live: Consider how this time with God translates into our life with God.

The Gospel of Luke and Acts of the Apostles
The Gospel of Luke and Acts of the Apostles

Author: Franklin Scott Spencer

Publisher: Abingdon Press

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 0687008506

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Introduces literary, historical, and theological issues of Luke and Acts. Biblical texts create worlds of meaning, and invite readers to enter them. When readers enter such textual worlds, which are often strange and complex, they are confronted with theological claims. With this in mind, the purpose of the Interpreting Biblical Texts series is to help serious readers in their experience of reading and interpreting by providing guides for their journeys into textual worlds. The controlling perspective is expressed in the operative word of the title--interpreting. The primary focus of the series is not so much on the world behind the texts or out of which the texts have arisen as on the worlds created by the texts in their engagement with readers. In keeping with the goals of the series, this volume provides an introductory guide to readers of the New Testament books of Luke and Acts. It focuses on both the synchronic and diachronic dimensions of the literature in an effort to acquaint readers with literary, historical, and theological issues that will facilitate interpretation of these important books. F. Scott Spencer is Professor of New Testament at Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond.

Be Dynamic (Acts 1-12)
Be Dynamic (Acts 1-12)

Author: Warren W. Wiersbe

Publisher: David C Cook

Published: 2012-12-10

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 1434700208

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"The ministry of the Holy Spirit is not a luxury; it is an absolute necessity," writes celebrated author and respected pastor Warren Wiersbe. In his first of two books covering Acts, Be Dynamic focuses on Peter's ministry, mostly in Israel and centered in Jerusalem. Through explaining Luke's record of the Gospel's advancement and church expansion, Wiersbe opens the door to understanding the work of the church today. Using hard-hitting quotes from recognized names like St. Augustine and John Bunyan, Wiersbe proves himself as a well-read author and gifted writer. The depth of his study is astounding, yet the accessibility of his text for every age group is evident as well. He proves what Luke intended-for Acts to be interpreted not as the apostles' glorious acts, but as the life-changing acts of the Holy Spirit. The same Spirit lives in believers today, the same God calls followers to expand His church, and the same basic problems still arise within the church, but the same power available then is still available now to change the nations.

Holy Bible, Economy Outreach Edition, NLT (Softcover)
Holy Bible, Economy Outreach Edition, NLT (Softcover)

Author: Tyndale

Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers

Published: 2024-09-17

Total Pages: 637

ISBN-13: 1496490819

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Welcome to God's life-changing message. Countless lives have been changed by it. Numerous authorities have tried to ban it. Some have burned it. And many have died to preserve it. As you read this book, you'll meet people whose lives have been changed by the power of God. You'll see how he gave them hope and a purpose amidst despair and uncertainty, how he brought them comfort and solace through His love and grace, and how he can do the same for you! The stories and special features in this book will: Help you get to know Jesus better and understand how he can guide you in your everyday life. Introduce you to hundreds of people who have overcome incredible obstacles with God's direction. Show you how to enter into your own life-changing relationship with God. Guide you to better understand the Christian faith. Millions of people all over the world turn to the timeless truths contained in this book every day for comfort, encouragement, hope, inspiration, and guidance, and now you can too! Welcome to the Holy Bible. This beautiful softcover economy outreach full-text Bible features the New Living Translation, a clear, faithful rendering of God's Word in contemporary English. Highly affordable and also available for bulk order, this NLT Bible is designed to be used by churches, ministries, and other Christian organizations for outreach efforts. Special features provide helpful guidance to readers who may be encountering the Bible for the first time or who need to reconnect with its words of hope and healing. "Welcome to the Bible" "How to Know Jesus Personally" "Where Can I Find It" "The Apostles' Creed Bible Reading Plan" The New Living Translation is a clear and accurate English translation of the Bible. It's easy to understand, and it conveys the precise meaning of the original languages in a flowing, effortless writing style that promotes accessible and meaningful reading.

A Stranger in the House of God
A Stranger in the House of God

Author: John Koessler

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 2009-08-30

Total Pages: 227

ISBN-13: 0310864216

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Growing up the son of agnostics, John Koessler saw a Catholic church on one end of the street and a Baptist on the other. In the no-man’s land between the two, this curious outside wondered about the God they worshipped—and began a lifelong search to comprehend the grace and mystery of God. A Stranger in the House of God addresses fundamental questions and struggles faced by spiritual seekers and mature believers. Like a contemporary Pilgrim’s Progress, it traces the author’s journey and explores his experiences with both charismatic and evangelical Christianity. It also describes his transformation from religious outsider to ordained pastor. John Koessler provides a poignant and often humorous window into the interior of the soul as he describes his journey from doubt and struggle with the church to personal faith

On Living Well
On Living Well

Author: Eugene H. Peterson

Publisher: WaterBrook

Published: 2021-11-16

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1601429797

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In these never-before-published stories, sayings, and biblical teachings, the beloved author and translator of The Message Bible shows us how the wisdom of deep faith helps us live well. “Calming, encouraging, and profound.”—Matt Chandler, lead pastor of The Village Church “Jesus’ words bring us the news of an expanded world, a bright world, a full-dimensioned world, a world in which God rules, mercy is common experience, and love is the daily working agenda.” Eugene H. Peterson (1932–2018) was one of the most beloved authors, pastors, poets, and professors of our time. While millions have read his bestselling paraphrased Bible translation, The Message, far fewer have heard his direct practical insights and wisdom about how to live well. Eugene knew the extraordinary spirituality of ordinary life. He understood that we actually become more, not less, human as we grow to live like Jesus. And living like Jesus means living well. On Living Well collects some of Eugene’s best never-before-published short writings to help you walk in the way of Jesus with a little more courage, passion, and hope—by offering new ways to practice generosity, community, prayer, simplicity, worship, inner peace, and so much more . . . even with the challenges of today. This book is a rich feast for the soul, ideal as a daily spiritual touchpoint or simply to nourish a heart hungry for pastoral wisdom. It is your invitation to enter into the meaningful simplicity of life with Jesus in a world of immense beauty, real difficulty, and endless wonder.

The Jesus Storybook Bible
The Jesus Storybook Bible

Author: Sally Lloyd-Jones

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 2010-06-15

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13: 0310877024

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The Moonbeam Award Gold Medal Winner in the religion category, The Jesus Storybook Bible tells the Story beneath all the stories in the Bible. At the center of the Story is a baby, the child upon whom everything will depend. Every story whispers his name. From Noah to Moses to the great King David---every story points to him. He is like the missing piece in a puzzle---the piece that makes all the other pieces fit together. From the Old Testament through the New Testament, as the Story unfolds, children will pick up the clues and piece together the puzzle. A Bible like no other, The Jesus Storybook Bible invites children to join in the greatest of all adventures, to discover for themselves that Jesus is at the center of God's great story of salvation---and at the center of their Story too.

Galatians for You
Galatians for You

Author: Timothy Keller

Publisher: God's Word for You

Published: 2012-12

Total Pages: 199

ISBN-13: 9781908762573

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Timothy Keller's expository guide to Galatians is a personal and group curriculum that will excite ordinary Christians in their faith and equip teachers and preachers in their work.

Women Living Well
Women Living Well

Author: Courtney Joseph Fallick

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 2013-10-08

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 140020495X

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Women desire to live well. However, living well in this modern world is a challenge. The pace of life, along with the new front porch of social media, has changed the landscape of our lives. Women have been told for far too long that being on the go and accumulating more things will make their lives full. As a result, we grasp for the wrong things in life and come up empty. God created us to walk with him; to know him and to be loved by him. He is our living well and when we drink from the water he continually provides, it will change us. Our marriages, our parenting, and our homemaking will be transformed. Mommy-blogger Courtney Joseph is a cheerful realist. She tackles the challenge of holding onto vintage values in a modern world, starting with the keys to protecting our walk with God. No subject is off-limits as she moves on to marriage, parenting, and household management. Rooted in the Bible, her practical approach includes tons of tips that are perfect for busy moms, including: Simple Solutions for Studying God’s Word How to Handle Marriage, Parenting, and Homemaking in a Digital Age 10 Steps to Completing Your Husband Dealing With Disappointed Expectations in Motherhood Creating Routines that Bring Rest Pursuing the Discipline and Diligence of the Proverbs 31 Woman There is nothing more important than fostering your faith, building your marriage, training your children, and creating a haven for your family. Women Living Well is a clear and personal guide to making the most of these precious responsibilities.

When Women Pray
When Women Pray

Author: T. D. Jakes

Publisher: FaithWords

Published: 2020-09-29

Total Pages: 134

ISBN-13: 1546015574

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Find power in your prayer like never before with this inspiring guide from #1 New York Times bestselling author Bishop T.D. Jakes. In a time when women carry more influence than any other generation, the power of prayer has never been more important to remind us that we do not have to bear our crosses alone. We need prayer to stand guard over our hearts and minds and over the hearts and minds of our families. Women today are shattering glass ceilings and forging new paths in the world. What Happens When a Woman Prays is a clarion call for women to continue their progressive march of empowerment by dreaming like their daughters and praying like their grandmothers. Through exploring the lives of 10 prayer-filled women of the Bible, Bishop Jakes emphasizes the life-changing power that women have when they find their identity, their strength, their healing, and their voices in Christ.