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Leadership expert and New York Times–bestselling author John Maxwell offers powerful principles for connecting with others so you can lead them well. This practical guide to fostering relationships in all areas of life equips you to tap into the most precious resource of all: people.

In collaboration with Liturgy Training Publications, narrator Paul Fleschner gently guides the listener through this essential Catholic text. Sacrosanctum Concilium: The Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, now for the first time this landmark document, is available in an English audiobook edition. The Second Vatican Council was undoubtedly one of the most influential events in the life of the Church.

Centuries on, what the Reformation was and what it accomplished remain deeply contentious. Peter Marshall's sweeping new history argues that 16th-century England was a society neither desperate for nor allergic to change, but one open to ideas of "reform" in various competing guises. This engaging history reveals what was really at stake in the overthrow of Catholic culture and the reshaping of the English Church.

To truly grasp Bible prophecy, we must first understand how God’s promises to Israel complement his vision for the church. While some believe God has forsaken Israel for the church, this goes against the nature of the faithful Lord we find in Scripture. In his latest book, native Israeli and best-selling author Amir Tsarfati makes clear what the Bible says about God’s unique master plans for his two chosen groups, Israel and the church.

We learn who we are as we walk together in the way of Jesus. So I want to invite you on a pilgrimage. Rwanda is often held up as a model of evangelization in Africa. Yet in 1994, beginning on the Thursday of Easter week, Christians killed other Christians, often in the same churches where they...

Christians today confront complex opposition to the gospel from intellectuals, skeptics, and pluralists who deny the divinity of Christ. But these are not new issues; the first-century church encountered similar challenges to their faith. How did the apostle Paul address these questions and doubts to effectively spread God's word? In these lectures, originally given at Reformed Bible College and Moore College in 1978, renowned theologian J. I. Packer tackles common objections to Christianity—including secular humanism, pluralism, and universalism.

Many people today think the Bible, the most influential book in world history, is not only outdated but irrelevant, irrational, and even immoral. This explanation of the Book of Genesis, the first book of the Bible, demonstrates clearly and powerfully that the opposite is true. The Bible remains profoundly relevant - both to the great issues of our day and to each individual life. It is the greatest moral guide and source of wisdom ever written.

What is the way forward for the church? Tragically, in recent years, Christians have gotten used to revelations of abuses of many kinds in our most respected churches―from Willow Creek to Harvest, from Southern Baptist pastors to Sovereign Grace churches. Respected author and theologian Scot McKnight and former Willow Creek member Laura Barringer wrote this book to paint a pathway forward for the church.

In a time when many are shunning the practice of organized religion, Jonathan Leeman offers a short book on why church membership is a critical element in every healthy Christian's maturation. By offering a brief, straightforward explanation of what church membership is and why it's important, Leeman gives the local church its proper due and builds a case for committing to the local body. Church Membership is a useful tool for churches to distribute en masse to new and potential members of their congregation.

Capitol Hill Baptist Church, located just blocks away from the center of American power, has a rich 150-year history. Its members have participated in significant world events, advocated for religious freedoms, and spoken out against the moral failings of the times. There's no doubt this church has had a unique impact on evangelicalism from a significant location. But these lively characters and their unique experiences only tell part of this engaging narrative.

Author Frank Viola gives listeners language for all they knew was missing in their modern church experience. He believes that many of today's congregations have shifted from God's original intent for the church. As a prominent leader of the house church movement, Frank is at the forefront of a revolution sweeping through the body of Christ. A change that is challenging the spiritual status quo and redefining the very nature of church. A movement inspired by the divine design for authenticity community. A fresh concept rooted in ancient history and in God Himself.

Gentle, practical, and honest, When Children Walk Away from Jesus offers renewal and support as you continue to point your grown-up child to the one who is mighty to save. Each chapter is followed by reflection questions that can also be discussed with a spouse or in a support group for parents of prodigals.

In Shepherd: Becoming a Leader Worth Following, pastor and field guide Scott Johnson invites listeners to rediscover biblical leadership that feels both ancient and urgently needed today. Drawing from nearly three decades of Christian leadership, pastoral ministry, and hands-on experience tending sheep, Johnson reveals how presence, consistency, and compassion form the foundation of true influence.

What is more important, faith or grace? Both are major subjects in the Bible. The King James Bible uses the word faith 336 times, while grace has 160 references and 19 different meanings. Keith Butler's audiobook The Power of Grace: Grace Is Your Superpower! Activate It! answers some vital questions for today's Christians.

This book presents a historical comparison between the medieval Crusades and Israeli sovereignty: Israel, Jerusalem, and the victory that the nine Crusades failed to achieve. The nine medieval Crusades arrived with fervor and swords, raised short-lived kingdoms, and left behind relics, ruins, and memories. All failed to sustain dominion over the Holy City. Without a state, without a native population base, and without lasting institutions, Jerusalem slipped from their grasp time and again.

The Letters to the Pastors of the World is Part 52 of The Book of Benjamin Kareth. I have been asked by God to write letters to each of the Pastors of the world. I will listen and write what God speaks. These are the first letters written to the pastors, those who shepherd the flock of the Living God into all righteousness and truth, the “ones who will shine like the stars” of the world by me in obedience to the Lord.

Across centuries, countless men and women have claimed to have witnessed or experienced miracles—events that seem to defy natural explanation. But how do we know if these wonders are real? And more importantly, can they serve as evidence of the existence of God? “Certified Miracles: Proof of God?”, Isaac Volpe guides listeners through the Catholic Church’s rigorous process of investigating and authenticating miracles. This procedure often determines whether a candidate is declared a saint.

This precision-crafted reference distills the heart of Augustine’s theology and philosophy—clear, concise, and ready for study, teaching, or inspiration. Organized as a practical dictionary of 100 key entries—from Allegory, Grace, Trinity, and Predestination, Privation, and Wisdom—each article offers: A crisp definition faithful to Augustine’s own categories and vocabulary, including Latin terms such as covenantum, predicatio, and resurrectionisAuthoritative context linking the concept to Augustine’s larger vision across Confessions, City of God, and De Trinitate.

From the historic Council of Nicaea in 325 to the transformative Second Vatican Council in the 20th century, this book offers a deep, clear, and accessible journey through the key moments that shaped the faith, theology, and structure of the Church. Isaac Volpe presents the conflicts, dogmatic definitions, reforms, and tensions that have marked the path of Christianity for over 1,600 years with rigor and passion. Ideal for believers, historians, theologians, and readers interested in understanding how the Church faced each doctrinal, political, and pastoral challenge throughout the centuries.

Does what we believe about how people become Christians change how the church does evangelism? In this concise book, Michael Lawrence explains the doctrine of conversion and helps us consider the relationship between what we believe about how people are saved and our approach to sharing the gospel in the context of the local church.