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One of the greatest modern writers on faith and spirituality, Walter Wangerin, Jr., is the author of more than 40 books and the recipient of the National Book Award. In Acts of the Almighty, Wangerin's deep biblical insight and poetic heart help us explore how the Bible fits together into one grand story. This 365-day devotional invites us to understand more fully God's redeeming works through five sections: Genesis and Exodus, David and Solomon, the prophets, the life of Christ, and the birth of the Church.

"God has a plan for our lives", but what does that mean in practical terms? How do we know God's will for important life decisions, like who to marry, what job to take, what church to join? How can we be free if God has a perfect plan for us? Does suffering mean we are off track? How exactly does God speak? Author Jerry Sittser explores these questions and offers a biblically based approach that is truly liberating.

Freshly translated from the original German into todays English, this book contains a treasury of devotionals taken from Luthers writings and sermons (1513 to 1546), conveniently divided into daily readings to point readers to the Bible and a deeper understanding of faith.

God's abundant words of faithfulness and reassurance are the foundation for this unique devotional. By adding her own reflections and prayers - and urging readers to do the same - Ann Spangler has created a comprehensive daily guide to the Bible's most encouraging passages, with an easy to use format and a focus on personal dialogue with God.

Thirty short-yet-powerful morning and evening reflections offer encouragement, hope, and inspiration to people dealing with a life-threatening illness, and to their family members and caretakers. Here are honest insights and personal stories from a pastor who continues his own journey with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as "Lou Gehrig's disease".

With the warmth, wisdom, and grace that infuse his works, Father James Martin explains why Jesus' crucifixion and death on the cross is an important teaching moment in the Gospels. Jesus' final statements, words that are deeply cherished by his followers, exemplify the depth of his suffering but also provide a key to his empathy and why we can connect with him so deeply.

Warum fürchtest du dich, Abram? Ist es kein Trost, dass man nicht vollkommen sein muss, um vom Herrn erwählt zu werden?

Nachdem Jesus den ganzen Tag bis in die Nacht hinein geheilt hatte, wollte er sich in die Stille und Einsamkeit der Wüste zurückziehen, um zu seinem Vater zu beten. Doch die ersehnte Ruhe blieb ihm verwehrt. Eine Gestalt nach der anderen löste sich aus den Schatten der Felsen, als wäre sie unmittelbar aus der Dunkelheit geboren.

Jesus zählte die Stunden nicht. Auch sah er nicht zurück, um zu überblicken, wie weit er bereits gekommen war. Beide Hände auf der Brust betete er zu seinem Vater, während seine Füße wie von alleine durch den Wüstensand gingen. Die Sonne zog über ihm ihren Bogen, ließ seinen Schatten von einer Seite zur anderen wandern. Doch noch ein weiterer Schatten kam hinzu. Der dunkelste von allen.

Vom ersten Tag an wollte Jaika die Wolken erreichen. Sie hatte sie sich weiß vorgestellt. Unendlich weich und strahlend. Jetzt war Jaika in den Wolken. Doch es war ganz anders als in ihrer Vorstellung. Graue Massen belagerten sie zu allen Seiten, die brummten und zischten wie hungrige Bestien.

Many theologians, Bible scholars, and others have written commentaries on the Old Testament. And almost without exception, they have attempted to explain the intent and spiritual implications represented by the conflicting statements of the ancient writers without taking issue with the content itself. Unholy Dilemma: A Search for Logic in the Old Testament departs from the approach of presuming to divine what the ancient writers meant to say, and merely examines what they actually did say.

The Bible tells a singular and unified story. While it contains sixty-six individual books written over thousands of years, it reveals one unified message—the story of how God redeems humanity from sin and death and makes all things new. Scripture is God-breathed. Opening its pages, we discover who we are, why we are here, what happened to us, our eternal destiny, and how we live and breathe from day to day through God's redeeming love and His unconquerable grace.

We have all experienced disappointment in relationships. Sometimes we wonder if it's even possible to have enduring, positive relationships in our homes, our work, and our communities. In The Connection Code, trusted Bible teacher O. S. Hawkins digs deep into the biblical book of Philemon to give us a blueprint for building life-giving relationships in every sphere of our lives.

Bold faith is within your grasp when you conquer your fear by embracing the fear of the Lord. Everyday Courage will help you rediscover the power of holy fear in your life, and you will step bravely into courageous living and bolder faith—every single day.

Many today may see the relationship between God and humanity as one of passive submission and thus unquestioning. Two outstanding Dominicans, Timothy Radcliffe and Lukasz Popko, suggest otherwise. Questioning God explores Biblical conversations with God and there is no genuine conversation without true questions.

150 Psalme: Liebe zu Gott, Staunen, Zweifel. Vom Bekenntnis, Flehen und Lobpreis bis hin zur Lehre, Geschichte und Prophetie. Die Psalme wurden für eines geschrieben: Um Gott zu loben. Anbetung geschieht, wenn der Mensch sein Herz vor Gott öffnet und staunt vor seiner Majestät.

The whole Old Testament is the story of Jesus Christ, but it is so easy to limit ourselves to familiar verses, books, and passages, without ever understanding the full picture. We struggle to imagine where each book and prophesy and narrative fits into that grand story. In this helpful guide, Mitchell L. Chase takes us, step by step, through the whole sweep of the Old Testament, through its stories and songs, through its prophesies and promises, and shows us how each one points us to the coming Saviour, and God's plan rescue us from our sin and establish his everlasting kingdom.

Frieden kehrte in Israel ein. Doch nur nach außen hin. Hinter verschlossenen Türen wurde bereits die nächste Verschwörung gegen den König geplant. Und abermals war es einer seiner Söhne, der sich gegen ihn auflehnen wollte.

“30 Days with the Men in the Arena” is a powerful biographical daily Bible study focused on personal transformation and reflection. We live in an age when manhood is under assault. This book serves as a “go to” reference, drawn from the pages of scripture, showcasing men who walked with God, experienced struggles, and pressed through to victory in the arena of life. These stories will encourage, inspire and evoke in you a greater passion for God and a genuine commitment to live life to the fullest. Each day features a different Bible character and contains a reflection section and a prayer.

On The Way, A (Relatively) Brief Summary of and Relational Commentary on The Owner's Manual by Larry Mudd is a modern commentary that offers practical insights into the Bible's teachings and narratives. On The Way serves as a companion on a journey through the ancient texts of the Old Testament. The author provides an interpretive guide to the Scriptures, often blending humor, contemporary language, and spiritual lessons. The tone is conversational, designed to make the Scriptures feel more approachable and relevant to today's listeners.