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Book SynopsisIn Through the Year with Jimmy Carter, the thirty-ninth President of the United States takes you on a unique journey into the heart of the Christian faith. Based on more than three decades of practical Bible teaching, these readings draw from the riches of God''s Word and the compelling experiences of Mr. Carter''s own life. Whether through fascinating glimpses into behind-the-scenes activity at the White House, or insightful remembrances of his career in the U.S. Navy, Mr. Carter never ceases to connect the wisdom of Scripture with your own crucial place on the stage of life. Frank, honest, sometimes funny, sometimes heartbreaking, and always relevant, Through the Year with Jimmy Carter challenges readers to be more Christ-like every day of their lives.

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Book SynopsisThe NIV Application Commentary helps readers with the vital task of bringing the ancient message of the Bible into a contemporary context. It gives preachers and teachers the tools, ideas, and insights they need to communicate God’s Word with the same powerful impact it had when it was first written.Trade Review“At a time when many pastors are deeply in need of inspiration and encouragement, these volumes… would be a good investment for congregations, even if it means adding a line to the annual budget.” * Christianity Today *“Here at last is a commentary which is not only academically well informed but which helps that commentary reader hear God’s Word and consider its implications; scholarship in service of the Church.” * Arthur Rowe, Spurgeon’s College *“If you want to avoid hanging applicational elephants from interpretational threads, then the NIV Application Commentary is for you! This series excels at both original meaning and contemporary significance. I support it one hundred percent.” * Howard G. Hendricks, Dallas Theological Seminary *“It is encouraging to find a commentary that is not only biblically trustworthy but also contemporary in its application. The NIV Application Commentary series will prove to be a helpful tool in the pastor’s sermon preparation. I use it and recommend it.” * Charles F. Stanley, Pastor, First Baptist Church of Atlanta *“It takes more than interpretation of God's Word to change lives, it takes application. Application is the bottom line in preaching and teaching. Without it, we’ve missed the point of the Bible. The NIV Application Commentary is an outstanding resource for pastors and anyone else who is serious about developing ‘doers of the Word.’” * Rick Warren, Pastor, Saddleback Valley Community Church *“The NIV Application Commentary builds bridges that make the Bible come alive with meaning for contemporary life--and the series do so concisely, clearly, and accurately. No wasted words or academic detours--just solid help and practical truth.” * Warren W. Weirsbe *“The NIV Application Commentary dares to go where few scholars have gone before---into the real world of biblical application faced by pastor and teachers every day. This is everything a good commentary series should be.” * Leith Anderson, Pastor, Wooddale Church *“The NIV Application Commentary is a magnificent gift to the church!” * Dr. R. Kent Hughes, Pastor, College Church, Wheaton, Illinois *“The NIV Application Commentary meets the urgent need for an exhaustive and authoritative commentary based on the New International Version. This series will soon be found in libraries and studies throughout the entire evangelical community.” * Dr. James Kennedy, PhD, Senior Minister, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church *“The NIV Application Commentary series doesn’t fool around: It gets right down to business, bringing this ancient and powerful Word of God into the present so that it can be heard and delivered with all the freshness of a new day, with all the immediacy of a friend’s embrace.” * Eugene Peterson *“The NIV Application Commentary series helps pastors and other Bible teachers with one of the most neglected elements of good preaching---accurate, useful application. Most commentaries tell you a few things that are helpful and much that you do not need to know. By dealing with the original meaning and contemporary significance of each passage, the NIV Application Commentary series promises to be helpful all the way around.” * Dr. James Montgomery Boice, Tenth Presbyterian Church *“The NIV Application Commentary series promises to be of great service to all who preach and teach the Word of God.” * J. I. Packer, Regent College *“The NIV Application Commentary series will be a great help for readers who want to understand what the Bible means, how it applies, and what they should do in response.” * Stuart Briscoe, Pastor, Elmbrook Church *“This series promises to become an indispensable tool for every pastor and teacher who seeks to make the Bible’s timeless message speak to this generation.” * Billy Graham *“This is the pulpit commentary for the 21st Century” * George K. Brushaber, President, Bethel College & Seminary *

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Book SynopsisThis workbook accompanies the third edition of Introduction to Biblical Interpretation by William W. Klein, Craig L. Blomberg, and Robert L. Hubbard Jr. Following the textbook’s structure, it offers readings, activities, and exercises designed to teach students how to understand and apply the Bible.This workbook gives students a chance to get hands-on experience in interpreting biblical texts as they are guided along by insightful questions and pointers from the authors. Ultimately the workbook is designed to get students interacting with the content of the textbook and with the biblical text in a way that helps reinforce classroom learning, while at the same time giving both student and instructor a way to gauge how well the student is learning the material from the textbook.The third edition of a classic hermeneutics textbook sets forth concise, logical, and practical guidelines for discovering the truth in God’s Word. A valuable tool for readers

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Book Synopsis1 Peter is a significant letter, seen by many scholars to be an ecumenical bridge and anchor. It is first and foremost about the transformative joy of faith in Jesus Christ. This commentary offers a close reading of the text from beginning to end, drawing on a multiplicity of voices and engaging in a number of foundational themes for the Christian community according to the apostolic author: hope, holiness, suffering, joy, witness, hospitality, exile, resurrection, leadership. Tackling the themes raised by the epistle including slavery, exile and refugees, patriarchy, hierarchy, oppression, gender justice, and the risk of hospitality, the book engages with these topics not only through commentary, but also through short excursuses which draw the reader more deeply into some of the difficult questions. Designed as the official commentary resource for the Lambeth Conference in 2020, and structured around the themes of the conference, the book offers a unique range of perspectives on anTrade Review"As we focus on the theme ‘God’s Church for God’s World’ in Lambeth 2020 it is God’s Word that directs and informs the Church how to live in the World. The Global Commentary on 1 Peter is a tapestry of the foundational themes for the Christian Community of a living hope, holiness, witness, suffering, joy, hospitality, exile, leadership, resistance and resilience and the resurrection. The commentary reminds us that the vocation, the call, of all is to holiness and to God. I strongly commend it to God’s Church as we engage with God’s World." -- The Most Rev. P.K Samantaroy, Bishop of Amritsar and Former Moderator, Church of North India“The authors of this commentary have produced a volume that is a pleasure to commend. I invite you to join them on a journey that re-orientates us towards persevering hope, a loving holiness and Christ exalting joy.” -- The Rt Revd & Rt Hon Sarah Mullally DBE, Bishop of London“These commentaries, reflecting a rich diversity of voices in the Anglican Communion, give us eye-opening, hope-filled and transforming perspectives on Peter. A must-read for parish study groups and individuals for Lent.” -- The Most Revd Dr Thabo Makgoba, Archbishop of Cape Town

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Book Synopsis"[Here is] the Genesis for our generation and beyond."—Robert FaglesTrade Review"A masterly new translation." -- Time"Here is Genesis in all its power and presence.... Alter offers us an English prose as gravely cadenced as that of the King James Bible, and yet as fresh, precise, and strong as the best contemporary narrative can be." -- Robert Fagles, award-winning translator of The Iliad and The Odyssey"Robert Alter's new translation unquestionably should find a place on the bookshelf of every lover of Genesis and the Bible." -- Jonathan Groner - Washington Post"Alter's achievement is immensely impressive.... The illuminating notes alone make this volume indispensable for anyone wanting to do a close reading in English translation and understand all the possibilities of the original Hebrew." -- John A. Phillips - Boston Globe"Fluently readable.... As clear a window into primal darkness and the jeweled garden and the deeds of the patriarchs and matriarchs as we've likely to have in a long time." -- Chaim Potok - Philadelphia Inquirer Books"Genesis remains our best single collection of perennial stories. Alter translates them glowingly, without slickness or archness. His running commentary illuminates the true language of life in both Hebrew and English." -- Roger Shattuck

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Book SynopsisThis book considers Friedrich Froebel''s work and ideas in the light of the continuing debate over methods of primary education, raising the old conflict between child-centred and traditional education; concern about the role of teacher in the classroom; and the renewed challenge of ''play'' as a tool of education. To Froebel, play provided the means for a child''s intellectual, social, emotional and physical development. Froebel believed that the education of a child began at birth, and that parents and teachers played a crucial role in helping children in this activity. ''Play is a mirror of life'' - he wrote, leading to self discipline and respect for law and order. The events of Froebel''s life are carefully documented in A Child''s Work, together with their influence on his ideas and their spread. The author shows how the early death of Froebel''s mother and a home lacking in love were to provide the impetus behind one of Froebel''s overriding aims: the fostering of family life. TTrade ReviewA modern look back at the life of one of history's most influential educational theorists, Friedrich Froebel -- inventor of kindergarten. Author Joachim Liebschner is a former librarian/archivist of the Froebel archive at Roehampton College in Surrey, London, England. Liebschner discovered new sources during his own travels to Froebel's home land (in what was then still communist East Germany). This book provides new insights into Froebel's motivations and his efforts to establish early childhood education for the world. This biography also features modern translations of Froebel's original German text. A well-written and valuable resource for those studying the origins of preschool education. Scott W. BultmanTable of ContentsAcknowledgements Introduction Froebel's Life The Origins of Frobel's Philosophical and Educational Ideas How Froebel's Ideas of Play Changed in his Life-time and How they compare with those of Other Educators and Philosophers Freedom and Sensitivity in Education The Gifts The Movement Games and Occupations The Mother Songs Criticism of Froebel's Work, Then and Now Froebel's Greatest Contribution to Educational Thinking Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisThe book of Daniel holds the distinction of being one of the most important prophetic books in the Bible—and one of the most challenging to understand. Now you can unearth its inspiring lessons and enduring truths in just 40 daily readings.

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Book SynopsisThe incredible story of Hadassah, a simple peasant girl who captured the heart of a king; became Esther, queen of Persia; and saved her people.

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Book SynopsisToday''s headlines shout of modern plagues, social tensions, economic crises, and rampant depression. Many are asking, what day is it on God''s prophetic calendar? Trusted Bible teacher and Pastor, Dr. David Jeremiah opens up the Word of God to reveal what it has to say about the days we are living in.

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Book SynopsisThis substantive yet highly accessible commentary leads readers through all aspects of the book of Acts--sociological, historical, and theological.

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Book Synopsis60 readings from the gospel of John, which introduces some of the most important themes of the New TestamentTable of ContentsCONTENTSAbout the Straight to the Heart Series 11Introduction: Look and See the Living God 13 PART ONE: LOOK AT JESUS ALONEFirst Word (1:1–18) 18Good Man Isn’t God-Man (1:19–34) 22What Jacob Saw (1:35–51) 27Nations Have Eyes Too (1:49, 51) 31Signs (2:1–11) 35God in a Box (2:12–25) 40The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (3:1–8) 44Faith Has Feet (3:9–21) 48Above and Below (3:22–36) 52God Keeps on Digging (4:1–30) 56God’s Goal-Hangers (4:31–42) 60Galilee Is Not Judea (4:43–54) 64 PART TWO: LOOK AT WHO JESUS REALLY ISI Am (5:1–12:50) 70It’s Time for a Showdown (5:1–15) 74Stop, Look, Listen (5:16–20) 79Courtroom Drama (5:21–47) 83God’s Calculator (6:1–21) 87You Are What You Eat (6:22–59) 91Please Be Offended (6:60–71) 95You Don’t Vote for a King (7:1–52) 99How Faith Happens (7:17) 103Rocks, Sticks and Rivers (7:37–39) 107The Victim (8:1–11) 111Step Out of the Cave (8:12–36) 115John Was Jewish (8:37–59) 119What a Blind Man Saw (9:1–41) 123David, Only More So (10:1–30) 127Blinder than a Pharisee (10:31–42) 131Why God Doesn’t Answer Prayer (11:1–15) 135Why God Doesn’t Heal (11:16–44) 140This Man Must Die (11:45–12:19) 145Seeds, Snakes and Sunlight (12:20–36) 150Choose the Right Cup (12:37–50) 154 PART THREE: LOOK AT WHAT JESUS HAS GIVEN YOUA Briefcase from Q (13:1–17:26) 160Item One: Humility (13:1–16) 164Item Two: Loving Obedience (13:17–38) 168Item Three: The Holy Spirit (14:1–31) 173House Swap (14:1–4, 22–24) 177Item Four: The Gospel (14:6) 181Item Five: Miracles (14:11–12) 185Item Six: Prayer (14:13–14) 189Item Seven: Partnership (15:1–17) 193Item Eight: Courage under Fire (15:18–16:4) 197Riding Fourth Together (15:26–27) 201Thank God Jesus Has Gone Away (16:4–33) 205The Real Lord’s Prayer (17:1–26) 209Item Nine: Body Armour (17:11–12) 213Jesus’ Big Request (17:15–19) 217Item Ten: Unity (17:20–26) 221 PART FOUR: LOOK AT JESUS AND WINMan on Trial (18:1–19:16) 226Coronation Day (19:1–24) 231Satan’s Worst and God’s Best (19:25–42) 235Risen (20:1–18) 240Therefore Look Up (20:19–23) 245Therefore Believe (20:24–31) 249Therefore Expect Success (21:1–14) 253Therefore Love the Church (21:15–17) 258Therefore Expect Setbacks (21:15–25) 263Conclusion: Look and See the Living God 267

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Book Synopsis40 uplifting devotional readings for Christians struggling through a rainy season, rediscover God's sufficient love for youTrade Review"While walking through a rough set of experiences I was greatly blessed and comforted by reading this book. Simple, down to earth and beautifully written – I loved every single page!" -- Jennifer Rees Larcombe, author and speaker"Written from a tender heart and with the flair of an Irish story teller, Rainbows for Rainy Days sets your feet on a secure path and enables you to see Jesus in the mist and rain. A book full of tender strength that teaches you to thrive in the storms of life." -- Rachel Hickson, Director, Heartcry for Change"Beautifully written and containing profound truth, Rainbows for Rainy Days is a bit like stopping for a snack but finding you have eaten a satisfying meal. Catherine writes vividly and empathetically, and her insights cause one to stop, think, and give thanks." -- Wendy Virgo, author of His Strong Hand"Catherine speaks of the 'Rainbows of God's promises' shining brightly against the clouds of despair and darkness, doubt and disappointment. Who has not known such gloomy days? But you can't have a rainbow without a cloud! She reminds us it is up to us to look for the God of all promise in the pain, the partings and panics of life and exclaim: 'How great is our God!'" -- Jill Briscoe, author and speaker"Cast in language that speaks simply of complex things ... Many people will take great comfort from this book." -- The Irish Catholic

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Book SynopsisSixty inspirational four-page readings from Mark's Gospel.Trade Review“Fresh. Solid. Simple. Really good stuff.” -- R. T. Kendall"I enjoy reading Phil Moore's books. He writes about Jesus and the Christian life with perception, wisdom and wit." -- Nicky Gumbel“Most commentaries are dull. These are alive. Most commentaries are for scholars. These are for you!” -- Canon Michael Green“In taking us straight to the heart of the text, Phil Moore has served us magnificently. We so need to get into the Scriptures and let the Scriptures get into us. The fact that Phil writes so relevantly and with such submission to Biblical revelation means that we are genuinely helped to be shaped by the Bible’s teaching.” -- Terry Virgo“These notes are amazingly good. Lots of content and depth of research, yet packed in a Big Breakfast that leaves the reader well fed and full. Bible notes often say too little, yet larger commentaries can be dull – missing the wood for the trees. Phil’s insights are striking, original, and fresh, going straight to the heart of the text and the reader! Substantial yet succinct, they bristle with amazing insights and life applications, compelling us to read more. Bible reading will become enriched and informed with such a scintillating guide. Teachers and preachers will find nuggets of pure gold here!” -- Greg Haslam – Westminster Chapel, London, UKTable of ContentsCONTENTSAbout the Straight to the Heart Series 9Introduction: Step into the Story 11 PART ONE: THE MESSIAH’S STORYJourney’s End (1:1–8) 16A Single Step (1:9–20) 20Man of Woman Born (1:21–39) 24Where’s the Line? (1:40–45) 28Friends, Romans, Countrymen (2:1–12) 32Runaway (2:13–17) 37Black Cabs and Bales of Hay (2:18–3:6) 41Quick Step (3:7–13) 45School of Rock (3:14–19) 49Mad, Bad, God (3:20–35) 53How to Grow as a Believer (4:1–20) 58How to Spread the Gospel (4:21–34) 62The Perfect Storm (4:35–41) 66Too Strong (5:1–20) 70Twelve Add Twelve (5:21–43) 74Compartments (5:21–43) 79When Jesus Couldn’t Heal (6:1–6) 83What to Expect When You’re Expecting (6:6–29) 87Send Them Away (6:30–44) 91Refuel (6:45–56) 95Goodbye, Galilee (7:1–23) 99 PART TWO: THE WORLD’S STORYBreadcrumbs (7:24–30) 104Spit on a Foreigner (7:31–37) 108Déjà Vu (8:1–10) 112Bad Bread (8:11–21) 116Yeast Extraction (8:22–26) 120Mystery Story (8:27–30) 124Speaking for Satan (8:31–38) 128The Holy Mountain (9:1–13) 133Why Doesn’t God Heal? (9:14–29) 138How to Pray for Healing (9:28–29) 142 PART THREE: THE COSTLY STORYRoad Trip (9:30–50) 148What Costs More (9:42–50) 152Invisible Gods (10:1–16) 156Respectable Idols (10:13–27) 161Back to Front Story (10:28–45) 165Throw It All Away (10:46–52) 169 PART FOUR: THE SURPRISING STORYA Different Type of King (11:1–11) 174On God’s Team (11:11–23) 178More Than Words (11:20–26) 182Eviction Notice (11:27–12:12) 186Revolution (12:13–17) 191Dead Poets (12:18–37) 195Cinderella at the Ball (12:38–44) 200The Surprise of All History (13:1–37) 204Christians Die (13:9–13) 209Riches to Rags (14:1–11) 214There Will Be Blood (14:12–31) 218The Cup (14:32–42) 222Show Trial (14:43–65) 226God Accepts Rejects (14:51–52, 66–72) 230Rome on Trial (15:1–20) 234The End of the Road (15:21–37) 238Surprising Cry (15:34) 242Surprising Response (15:38–47) 246 PART FIVE: THE UNFINISHED STORYIt’s Your Move (16:1–8) 252Write This (16:9–20) 256Go Out (16:9–20) 261Conclusion: Step into the Story 265

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Book Synopsis40 brief meditations, beautifully illustrated, from a leading spiritual writer.

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Book SynopsisA delightful collection of psalm-prayers based on the author's lifelong observation of cats

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Book SynopsisUses well-known canine attributes - trusting, pleading, guarding - as the basis for prayer

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Book Synopsis30 brief meditations for busy people, beautifully illustrated, each with a prayerTrade Review"These little books give delightful opportunities to dip into the Word of God - whether on the train or in a lunch break!" - Fiona Castle

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Book SynopsisA beautifully presented paperback featuring the stories and messages of 40 of Pam's favourite hymns.Table of ContentsContentsIntroduction 7All Creatures of Our God and King 10All Glory, Laud and Honour 14All My Hope on God is Founded 17Angel Voices, Ever Singing 21As with Gladness Men of Old 25Be Thou My Guardian and My Guide 28Breathe on Me, Breath of God 32Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing 35Come, Ye Thankful People, Come 39Day by Day 43Father, Lead Me Day by Day 47Forth in Thy Name, O Lord, I Go 50Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah 53Hail to the Lord’s Anointed 56Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 60Holy, Holy, Holy 64I Need Thee Every Hour 68I Stand Amazed in the Presence 72If Any Little Word of Mine 75In Full and Glad Surrender 79Jesu, Lover of My Soul 82Joshua Fought the Battle of Jericho 86Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee 90Lead Us, Heavenly Father, Lead Us 94Little Drops of Water 98My Hope is Built on Nothing Less 102My Jesus, I Love Thee 106New Every Morning is the Love 109Now the Day is Over 113O Jesus, I Have Promised 117O Little Town of Bethlehem 121O Worship the King 125Rock of Ages 129Shall We Gather at the River? 132Teach Me, My God and King 136The Battle Hymn of the Republic 139The God of Abraham Praise 143Through All the Changing Scenes of Life 146We Plough the Fields, and Scatter 150Ye Holy Angels Bright 154

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Book SynopsisThis book of 24 undated reflections draws comfort and inspiration from the Bible and from experience for those who are going through a time of bereavement, as well as providing insight for those wanting to support others who are bereaved. Jean Watson suggests how it might feel to get through the dark days and to move, however slowly, from getting by' with help, to getting a life' in which living with loss goes alongside the gains in terms of new insights on faith and life and a greater ability to empathise with others.

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Book SynopsisHoly Habits is an adventure in Christian discipleship. Inspired by Luke's model of church found in Acts 2:4247, it identifies ten habits and encourages the development of a way of life formed by them. The habits are: Biblical Teaching, Fellowship, Breaking Bread, Sharing Resources, Serving, Eating Together, Gladness and Generosity, Worship, Prayer and Making More Disciples. These Bible reading notes have been created to help churches and individuals explore the habits through prayerful engagement with the Bible and live them out in whole-life, missional discipleship.

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Book SynopsisAn Advent journey through the Bible, exploring the brokenness of the world and the gift of a saviour to bring healing and wholeness.

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Book SynopsisA profound interpretation of John's rich pictorial language, addressing the issue of spiritual development.Trade Review'It is heartening to see a fresh edition of Bock's insightful book on the Apocalypse, over 80 years after it was first given as lectures amid the din of war in 1940/41. These were apocalyptic times and Bock's language has a compelling urgency and dynamic well fitted to the many themes he develops. Since that time, it has stood as one of a line of monumental works revealing a renewed theology for our times. If Bock had only written this one book, it would have been sufficient to establish him as one of the greatest Christian thinkers of modern times.'-- Christopher Cooper, Perspectives

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Book SynopsisThe homily of John Scotus Eriugena, a jewel of lyrical mysticism, theology and cosmology, containing the essence of Celtic Christian wisdom.Trade Review"Christopher Bamford has written a wonderful book. It combines a rigour of scholarship with a lyrical unveiling of how this wonderful text of Eriugena's can resonate with the hungers and discoveries of our times. It deserves a wide readership. John O'Donohue, author of Anam Cara."

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Book SynopsisThis Journalling Bible with unlined wide margins is perfect for Bible readers who love to draw, paint and collage. The New International Version of the Scriptures is printed in clear, easy-to-read 9PT British Text on thicker than usual Bible paper, with a five centimetre margin on every page, giving you lots of extra room for notes, reflections, illustrations or Bible studies. The Bible text is interspersed with 32 blank pages of high-quality craft paper that are perfect for illustration, painting and decoupage. A pocket at the back of the book gives you space to store your own collage materials to use later.The Bible is bound in a customisable hardback cover. Ribbons help you keep your place, and an elastic keeps the pages together. A 32-page concordance can be found at the back.

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Book SynopsisDo you often feel nervous, restless, or tense? Is there a feeling in the pit of your stomach that sometimes feels crippling? Does the potential danger or panic feel like it’s taken over your life? If yes is your response to those questions, you are not alone.Pastor and bestselling author Robert Morgan has dealt with anxiety his entire life. Once he accepted his anxiety and committed to dealing with it every day, he felt peace and hope. In Calm Your Anxiety: 60 Biblical Insights for Better Mental Health, Morgan takes you on a 60-day journey that will help you make managing your anxiety a good habit and shift your mindset.Morgan will teach you how to celebrate God''s goodness, ask God for help, and how to stop letting anxiety rule your life. Each day Morgan presents a daily practice that includes:  a daily Scripture. an inspirational entry focusing on rejoicing, gentleness, nearness, prayer, thanksgiving, thinking,

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Book SynopsisESV Bible Promises is a carefully curated collection of 700 of God's beloved promises, organized into centralized themes to help believers meditate on the assurance of God's unfailing promises.

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Book SynopsisWith practical commentaries, articles, and features, this new amplified version of #1 New York Times bestselling author Joyce Meyer''s popular study Bible will help you live out your faith.In the decade since its original publication, The Everyday Life Bible has sold 1.1 million copies, taking its place as an invaluable resource on the Word of God. Simultaneously, Joyce Meyer''s renown as one of the world''s leading practical Bible teachers has grown, as she continues to study and teach daily. This new edition updates Joyce''s notes and commentary to reflect the changes made in the revision of the Amplified Bible which refreshes the English and refines the amplification for relevance and clarity. The result is The Everyday Life Bible that is now easier to read and better than ever to study, understand, and apply to your everyday life.

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Book Synopsis2 Kings begins with the succession of Elijah by Elisha and flows largely downward right up to the exile of Judah in Babylon. Amidst the numerous kings and serious failings there are always the vital signs that the true God is still on the throne and working out his purposes in his people and beyond. Like many other books containing Old Testament narrative, 1 and 2 Kings are both well–known and obscure. Certain stories are very familiar, others seldom preached or taught. It is our hope that this book will greatly help many people dig deeply into this epic narrative and serve people well by teaching it faithfully, relevantly and thoroughly. Teaching 1 and 2 Kings (of which this is the second volume of two) is an important contribution to our ‘Teaching the Bible’ series. Bob’s guiding hand will be of great assistance to anyone seeking to understand the familiar passages better and explore the lesser known stories well.Trade ReviewHere Bob Fyall takes you into his workshop, or better, clinic, and teaches you to feel the pulse (or is it electric current?) of the narratives in 2 Kings. Telling applications often jump out from his observations, and, even if you miss those, the leading questions are lasered in on all the essential matters that will open up the text. Timid souls who, either from fear or lethargy have avoided preaching from 2 Kings, are now ‘without excuse.’ -- Dale Ralph Davis (Respected Author and Old Testament Scholar)Bob Fyall on the text of Scripture is as good to read as to hear. Recommended. -- Dick Lucas (Formerly Rector of St Helen's Bishopsgate, London)This is an excellent book to aid anyone who wants a better understanding of 2 Kings. Bob Fyall has given us an imaginative, perceptive and practical tool that flows from his own preaching and will assist anyone who wants to preach Christ from 2 Kings. It is highly recommended. -- Paul Mallard (Author of ‘Invest Your Suffering’ & Pastor, Widcombe Baptist Church, Bath, UK)

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Book SynopsisSpurgeon’s classic daily readings in attractive tan leather–bound book with gilded edges and ribbon bookmark, in presentation box. A wealth of biblical meditations from Spurgeon with applications that are relevant for contemporary Christians. Spurgeon’s characteristically pithy comments hit home with a wit and elegance rarely found in other writing. With two readings for every day of the year, Christians young and old will find his words challenging and stimulating. Complete and unabridged in this tan leather–bound edition.

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Book Synopsis90–day undated devotional of readings from classic authors throughout church history – Gregory the Great, Richard Sibbes, Hudson Taylor, Charles Spurgeon The Song of Songs paints in our imaginations a physical place where we may spend time with Christ and enjoy his love. The language of human love is intended to evoke an experience of divine love and inspire in us a response of love. It channels our desires to their true end, our Creator and Redeemer. In this 90–day undated devotional Tim Chester has curated a selection of writings from classic authors such as Gregory the Great, Richard Sibbes, Hudson Taylor, Charles Spurgeon, and many others, that will help readers to know Christ’s love better. Spend 90 days in the company of these heroes of the faith and pin your affection on the one who is their Bridegroom and yours. There is commentary on each verse of the Song, with perspectives from a couple of different authors on some verses. Chester has included a thought–provoking question with each reading to help you apply it to your own heart.Trade ReviewThis book takes us back to the beautiful and tender tradition of the classical, christological interpretation, which makes the modern interpretation seem shallow and boring. Highly recommended! -- Craig Carter (Professor of Theology, Tyndale University, Toronto, Ontario)… Tim delves into the writings of Gregory of Nyssa and Charles Spurgeon, Martin Luther and J. C. Ryle, Ambrose and Matthew Henry, as well as many others, to help us think about Solomon’s most famous Song with the cloud of witnesses who have gone before us. An enriching and fascinating read! -- Mitchell L. Chase (Preaching Pastor, Kosmosdale Baptist Church, Louisville, Kentucky and author, ‘Short of Glory’)Tim Chester has compiled a treasure trove of writings on the ‘most biblical’ of all the books in Scripture, so called because of what it is ultimately about: God’s love for his people; Christ’s love for the church; the love of the saved for the savior. -- Kevin J. Vanhoozer (Research Professor of Systematic Theology, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, Illinois)This collection contains some genuine Gospel gold. Let these writings not only push you into the biblical text, but may they push you prayerfully closer to our wonderful bridegroom too! -- Peter Mead (Director, Cor Deo; Author, ‘Lost in Wonder: A Biblical Introduction to God’s Great Marriage’)

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Book SynopsisThis New Testament edition of the Battlefield of the Mind Bible will offer peace through the power of Scripture, along with insights drawn from internationally renowned Bible teacher Joyce Meyer. Perfect as a gift for yourself or someone you love, the inspirations found within the New Testament will empower you to change your thoughts and life and win the battle in your mind.

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Book SynopsisLet the wisdom of Colossians transform relationships in every area of your life -- home, church, and even the world -- with this study guide from renowned Bible teacher Joyce Meyer.Paul's letter to the Colossians reminds us that as we have died with Christ, we also need to die to our sins. It encourages us that because we have also been raised in Him, we must submit to Jesus and adopt qualities motivated by Christian love. In this comprehensive study tool, Joyce Meyer's commentary on Colossians affirms the Lordship of Christ and offers practical advice on family, relationships, and faith.

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Book SynopsisOver 200,000 copies soldYou are never beyond the reach of God's graceor the need for it.Being a Christian is about more than just accepting salvationit's about regularly becoming more like Jesus. This is hard work. As we struggle to become more like Christ, we can easily lose sight of grace in favor of the discipline we put ourselves through.It's time to take another look at the role we playand God playsin our growth as a Christian. Renowned author Jerry Bridges offers a clear and thorough explanation of the gospel and what it means to the believer. A must-read for Christians wanting to grow in their faith, this book will comfort and challenge you as you learn about the disciplines of: Commitment Convictions Choices Adversity And more Equally challenging and comforting, Bridges uses his relaxed, everyday style alongside hard-hitting truths. Now with an added study guide for personal use or group discussion so you can dive deeper into this staple of Jerry Bridges's classic collection.The writings of Jerry Bridges are a gift to the church. He addresses a relevant topic with the wisdom of a scholar and the heart of a servant. Max Lucado, pastor and bestselling author

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Book SynopsisThe next installment in the critically praised lectionary series that focuses on women's stories. In this second volume of the three-volume Women's Lectionary for the Whole Church, widely praised womanist bible scholar and priest Wil Gafney selects scripture readings that emphasize women's stories. Focusing especially on the Gospel of Mark, Year B of A Women's Lectionary features Gafney's fresh, inclusive, and thought-provoking translations of every reading, alongside commentary on each reading. Designed for liturgical use or scriptural study, this resource offers a new perspective on the Bible and the liturgical year.“Gafney's paradigm-shifting scholarship will influence biblical preaching and teaching for generations to come." —National Catholic ReporterTrade Review“In her stunning new lectionary series, Wilda Gafney has restaged the old, old story by recentering it on those who lived mostly at the edges—women with their own stories to tell, now blinking in bright new lights long trained on the men in their lives.”—Barbara Brown Taylor, coeditor of Feasting on the Word“With scholarly rigor and pastoral embrace, a painter’s attention to detail and a sculptor’s care for craft, the Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney has given the Church a tremendous gift. A Women’s Lectionary for the Whole Church helps the reader to encounter the Divine with fresh eyes and a renewed spirit.”—Jeff Chu, author of Does Jesus Really Love Me? A Gay Christian’s Pilgrimage in Search of God in America“With the precision of a biblical scholar and the faith of an Episcopal Priest, Wilda Gafney reconfigures our biblical gaze and expands our theological imagination, bringing us closer toward understanding the image of God in which we are all created. A Women’s Lectionary for the Whole Church is an essential tool for all ‘who seek to know God more clearly and to follow God more nearly.’”—Kelly Brown Douglas, Dean of Episcopal Divinity School at Union Theological Seminary, Bill and Judith Moyers Professor of Theology

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Book SynopsisThe Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John have been translated many times into many languages. Kalmia Bittleston, an ordained priest of the Christian Community, spent the last ten years of her life translating the classic texts from the original Greek. But hers is a different kind of translation: at once lyrical and down-to-earth, she adopted a unique verse style which she felt would best convey the meaning and structure of the Gospels.The familiar words are brought afresh to the reader in this clear and direct rendering. Previously published as separate books, her translations are here brought together in one comprehensive volume.Trade Review'The translation is both lyrical and precise. The simple verse format creates a certain rhythm, all the more so if read aloud. The translator aims to bring the words to life in the heart, rather than an absorption through the head. In this way a deeper understanding can be achieved and the words can reverberate into the life of the reader.'-- Scientific and Medical Network Review

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Book SynopsisYou can't change the fact that you are getting older. And, indeed, you may not want to! Age brings many gifts and opportunities for continued growth. In nine study sessions, Dale and Sandy Larsen help you discover the Bible's perspective on aging. You'll discover how God can effectively and powerfully use those who have grown wiser with the passing years. This LifeBuilder Bible Study in IVP's revised format features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a new "Now or Later" section following each session to help you act on what you learn.

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Book SynopsisHis majesty will fill our thoughts. His love will soften our hearts. His holiness will purify our lives. When we meet God, we will be changed. In this guide, bestselling author JI Packer leads us through twelve key passages from both the Old and New Testaments which will enlarge our vision of the God we worship and serve.

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