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Theological and practical reflections on demographic change in the church. Numerous churches are contending with the challenges posed by declining membership and attendance. While these trends have most recently been ascribed to the COVID-19 pandemic, the trajectory predates the pandemic and is...

A collection of writings by monks from the fourth to fifteenth centuries, the Philokalia more than any other text reflects the Eastern Church's interpretation of the Bible's meaning. Simply translated, the title means "love of the beautiful," which reflects the text's emphasis on mystical and contemplative practices to engage all of our senses in the acts of worship and prayer.

Dr. Randal L. Quackenbush, a published choral arranger and highly respected church choir practitioner, covers a variety of vital developmental subjects, such as spiritual and musical leadership, growing a robust musical culture, developing a healthy communal culture, successful rehearsal techniques, aesthetic considerations, the art of choral administration (people and program), performance practices, and the choir director as "leader."

Una conversación que salva un alma. Una oración que cambia el rumbo de una vida. Este libro es una guía práctica, bíblica y poderosa para todo creyente que desea vivir y anunciar el evangelio del Reino, de una persona a la vez.

En el templo, públicamente y en las casas. Inspirado por el Espíritu Santo y motivado por un llamado divino urgente a recoger la cosecha final de almas, el apóstol Guillermo Maldonado escribió este libro para que cada creyente participe en el gran movimiento de evangelismo de los últimos tiempos.

Estamos viviendo los últimos tiempos anunciados en la Biblia. Las profecías se han cumplido y las señales se manifiestan a diario y de manera reiterada. Lo único que demora la venida de Jesús es que la iglesia cumpla su asignación final: predicar el evangelio del Reino con poder a todas las naciones.

El evangelio completo lleva el sello de aprobación divina y posee el poder para manifestar señales y milagros.

The local church is meant to function as a healing and helping community that cares for God’s people. But what if, instead of grace and care, someone experienced harm and hurt? When the church becomes a place of abuse and silence, the pain leaves people spiritually disoriented and alone. These individuals may wonder if they will ever feel safe around God’s people again. Instead of running to God and his people, they run as far away as possible.

Vivimos tiempos donde impera la maldad, mientras la integridad moral cada día se desmorona más. Ahora prevalece el amor al “yo”, y esto lleva a la depravación del carácter, lo cual empuja al ser humano a querer estar por encima de cualquier necesidad ajena; incluso por encima de la voluntad de Dios. La Biblia llama a quienes así actúan, “amadores de sí mismos” (2 Timoteo 3:2).

Over 300,000 Copies Sold! The Essential Workbook for Spiritual Growth We grow in Christ as we seek him together. Jesus's own pattern of disciple-making was to be intimately involved with others and allow life to rub against life. By gathering in twos or threes to study the Bible and encourage...

Who is in charge? The New Testament gives a message of hope that Jesus is the King who established the reign of God through his life, death, resurrection, and ascension. Good News of God's Reign explores how each New Testament author casts this vision for how early believers could live under...

To say that the Christian Church has an "image problem" doesn't quite capture it. From the Crusades and the Inquisition to the racism and abuse present in today's Church—both in Catholic and Protestant traditions—the institution that Christ established on earth has a lot to answer for. But the Church has also had moments throughout history when it has been in tune with Jesus' teachings—from the rise of charity to the invention of hospitals. John Dickson gives an honest account of the mixed history of Christianity, the evil and the good.

If you don’t know your purpose in life you will never fulfill the call God has for you. It often takes a person years or even a lifetime to realize their purpose, if they do at all. To live in the purpose God created you is the most satisfying and rewarding thing in life. Every part of your life, your influence, your planning, and your pursuit is affected by your purpose.

This book, a labor of empathy and understanding, has illuminated the intricate tapestry of challenges that weave through the lives of those who guide and counsel others. As we step back and reflect on the collective wisdom gathered in this book, a profound truth emerges: the art of shepherding through struggles is a sacred dance, a delicate balance between offering solace and seeking it, between guiding and being guided.

These audio lectures are a unique learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, Know the Theologians: Audio Lectures includes high quality live-recordings of college-level lectures that cover the important points from each subject as well as relevant...

Read by the authors. No one wants to miss out. But our culture is changing so rapidly we all feel like outsiders. What if that's exactly what Jesus wants? It's time to leave behind the fear of missing out and embrace JOMO: the joy of missing out! You probably feel more like an outsider in our...

In "Awakening the Prodigal Church: Calling the Ecclesia to Rise Up," esteemed pastor Phillip Fields delivers a compelling clarion call to the slumbering Church. Drawing from the profound messages embedded within the first three chapters of Revelation, Fields ignites a fervent plea for the Church to awaken from its spiritual lethargy and reclaim its devotion to Christ. With the urgency of a prophet, Fields implores believers to shed their indifference and lukewarm attitudes, urging them to repent from their tolerance of sin and return to the radiant glory ordained by God.

Is Deconstruction A Rebellion Against God or a Prophetic Movement Resisting a Distorted Gospel? In recent years, we've seen an increase in the number of Christians who are "deconstructing" their faith—critically analyzing Christianity and the church and finding that it falls short. Many end up...

In this sequel to At the End of the Village, Lisa Leidenfrost describes life in her village in Côte d' Ivoire. Although there are exciting stories about the local witch doctor and escaping from a civil war, life as a missionary is often surprisingly normal. Family life need not be crowded out by frenetic translation schedules and fundraising furloughs.

Down swept the Vikings from the frigid North. Across the English coastlands and countryside they raided, torched, murdered, and destroyed all in their path. Farmers, monks, and soldiers all fell bloody under the Viking sword, hammer, and axe. Then, when the hour was most desperate, came an unlikely hero. King Alfred rallied the battered and bedraggled kingdoms of Britain and after decades of plotting, praying, and persisting, finally triumphed over the invaders.