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  The Book Of Susanna

  Christopher Glyn

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  Step into the compelling narrative of the Book of Susanna, an evocative and powerful addition to the Book of Daniel in the Greek Septuagint and Latin Vulgate. This text, often regarded as a standalone story in the Apocrypha, unfolds the tale of Susanna, a virtuous and devout woman facing a grave ordeal. Meet Susanna, a paragon of virtue and faith, who becomes the target of deceit and lust by two corrupt elders. Her story is a poignant exploration of themes like righteousness under trial, the perversion of justice, and the vindication of the innocent. It showcases her unwavering commitment to integrity and faithfulness, even in the face of false accusations and the threat of death. Witness the dramatic courtroom scene where Susanna's fate hangs in the balance. The story reaches its climax with the sudden intervention of the young prophet Daniel, who, guided by divine wisdom, uncovers the truth and exposes the malicious deceit of the elders, thus saving Susanna from an unjust execution. As a revered narrative in certain Christian denominations and an esteemed example of the apocryphal books of the Bible, the Book of Susanna invites readers on an enlightening journey. Its riveting story and deep moral teachings continue to resonate, offering a window into the complexities of human nature, the struggle for righteousness, and the unwavering presence of divine justice. This text stands as a testament to the power of truth and the enduring strength of faith in the face of adversity

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  The Missionary Kids - Unmasking...

  Holly Berkley Fletcher

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  As sidekicks to their parents' and churches' ambitions, missionary kids (MKs) face questions many white Christians eventually ask: about God's calling, sacrifice, faith, privilege, racism, abuse, and what belonging means. In The Missionary Kids, Holly Berkley Fletcher reveals how MKs have intimate access to the movement's logic, longings, and ideals. 
   
   
   
  Drawing on her experience as a Southern Baptist MK in Kenya, on conversations with other missionary kids, and on the work of psychologists, historians, missiologists, and researchers, Fletcher paints an intricate portrait of family life on the front lines of the missionary movement. From boarding school to war zones, and from sexual assault by adult missionaries to fending for themselves so as not to distract from the work of the Lord, MKs bear the weight of their parents' choices and their churches' ideals. 
   
   
   
  For many years, few people sought out MKs' real voices. God had called their parents to do great things, so the kids were beside the point. But the children of missionaries are beneficiaries of evangelicalism's rewards and victims of its failings. 
   
   
   
  And now they are ready to talk.

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  The Stories We Live By - Seven...

  Timothy Keller, Michael Keller

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  We are the stories we believe. But what if our culture's stories are failing us? The Stories We Live By reveals the hidden cultural narratives that shape us and points the way to the life we've been looking for. 
  "Do what makes you happy." "Be true to yourself." "Live free." If these slogans promise the good life, why do they so often leave us feeling hollow and empty? Could the very stories our modern world tells us about happiness, freedom, and identity be the source of our growing anxiety and disillusionment? 
  The culmination of a journey Michael Keller began with his father, beloved pastor and bestselling author Timothy Keller, before his passing, The Stories We Live By unmasks the hidden cultural narratives that shape our lives, often without our knowledge. Examining seven dominant narratives of modern culture--concerning identity, power, freedom, morality, truth, happiness, and progress--the authors show how these stories contain elements of truth yet are built on flawed assumptions and internal contradictions that leave us fragile, divided, and unable to cope with the realities of life. 
  The Stories We Live By helps us:Recognize where these stories appear throughout cultureUnderstand why they leave us feeling hollow and unfulfilledDecode the specific ways these stories hijack our decision-making--and learn how to critically evaluate them going forwardUnderstand why the Christian story offers a more satisfying answer to our deepest longingsMake sense of both the beauty and the brokenness of the worldFind a hope that can sustain us through suffering, grounded in a story that is bigger than death itself 
    
  For the skeptic, this book offers a challenge to examine the unproven beliefs that drive our lives. For the Christian, it is an essential tool for recognizing where we have unknowingly absorbed cultural narratives that conflict with our faith. And for everyone, it is an invitation to discover a story that is big enough to make sense of both the beauty and the brokenness of the world--a story of grace that has the power to carry us through life's deepest joys and sorrows. 
  Born from a conversation between a father and son, The Stories We Live By is more than a cultural analysis. It is a guide to finding a truer, more beautiful, and far more satisfying story to live by.

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  God What Do I Do? - A Bible...

  Katie M. Reid

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  Uncertainty about the future—even the very next step—can keep you from making important decisions and cause you to second-guess every decision you do make. You may feel pressured by others to act before you're ready. You just want to be sure that each choice is the right one. But how do you know? And what if you're wrong? 
   
   
   
  Drawing from the story of the Israelites during the time of Deborah and other early judges, Bible teacher and podcast host Katie M. Reid shows you how to move forward in times of transition and trial when you don't know what to do and God's voice seems silent. Through timeless truths mined from Scripture, personal stories, and accessible study questions, you'll learn six simple guiding principles to help you make good decisions with confidence and clear-headed focus. 
   
   
   
  As you journey through this study, you'll find a sense of peace in decision-making you never thought possible—even when the stakes are high and life feels overwhelming.

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  The Sacred Art of Slowing Down -...

  A. C. Seiple

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  We were created for so much more than rushing through life.It’s easy for everything in our lives to seem fine on the surface. But deep down inside, there’s often another story at play―one of overwhelm, stress and heartache, of finding ourselves stuck in old patterns. Rather than feeling the weight of it all, it’s easier to spend our days on autopilot, ignoring the noise inside.But what if the peace and relief we most long for comes from tuning in with what’s happening inside, instead of tuning it out?Join therapist Anna Christine (A.C.) Seiple on a compassionate, mindful exploration of the depths of our souls. With gentleness, wisdom, and expertise, A.C. invites us to connect with our body and get curious about the spaces within that feel most stuck―and find where we need safety, attunement and care.Rather than a prescriptive “how-to” guide, The Sacred Art of Slowing Down offers unique therapeutic prompts and contemplative reflections to help uscultivate new rhythms to work with what’s happening inside rather than feeling like we’re working against ourselvesholistically explore the cognitive, emotional, spiritual, and somatic strands of ourselves―connecting with and honoring the whole of our created beingbecome more comfortable with being instead of getting caught up in doing through experiential exercisesembrace God’s tender compassion and care―especially for the most wounded parts of usWhen we slow down to connect with the depths of our being, we are able to move through life in freer, more wholehearted―and whole-bodied―ways. May these pages be a sacred space for all parts of us to be seen, held, and nourished.

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  Planting by Pastoring - A Vision...

  Nathan Knight

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  Recentering the Goal of Pastoral Ministry to Cultivate Christ-Treasuring Church Plants
  As churches rapidly expand, Christians risk viewing the church with an entrepreneurial mindset. Church planters can be tempted to fixate on gaining numbers and achieving financial stability as their only metrics for success. They fail to focus on lifting up Christ's people within the church. 
  In Planting by Pastoring, author Nathan Knight challenges our view of church planting and centers the goal of pastoral ministry on a basic biblical foundation: a church plant is in fact a church, and a planter is in fact a pastor. A healthy church plant is not measured by size, speed, or level of self-sufficiency but by good pastoring that produces faith, fruit, and a flourishing community. Once pastors and church leaders redefine their plant as a church, their ministry will begin to align with Jesus's mission to shepherd the flock and bring glory to God alone.  
  
  -  Provides Wisdom: This book reminds church planters of the heart of the church and the core purpose of pastors
  -  Offers a Unique Perspective: Addresses foundational elements of church planting other books fail to address
  -  Appeals to Pastors, Elders, and Church Planters: Great for those in the process of planting a church

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