Editorial: Scripture Union
Daily Bread is the Bible reading guide that aims to help you hear from God as you read the Bible. If you've ever asked the question, 'What possible relevance can this verse have for me today?' or 'What difference does this passage make to my life?' then read on...
Have you ever gotten a God Memo...a small whisper from Him—compelling you to do something "ark-size"?When you get a God Memo, everything changes for you in a single moment.Angie Nuttle shares her inspiring story of how God called her to The Purple Life —a bold and courageous life inspired by Lydia, Seller of Purple—that brings you to holy encounters and miraculous outcomes.Little is known about Lydia, a believer and seller of purple, but God abundantly favored her.•She ran a household•She was prosperous in her business•She was unscathed by societal judgment You serve the same God, but it's easy to be distracted by "things", and you are...•facing worldly challenges as a Christian in your work, life, and relationships •figuring out how to pray with authority and move forward in God's work •fighting an enemy who's busy attacking your family, finances, and faith— he wants to separate you from your real calling. God's been trying to tell you something... He's calling you to a life-changing mission that can take you to unexpected places. The Purple Life is a guidebook of bold spiritual warfare strategies that shut down the enemy so you can put your full focus on the presence of God and His purpose. Women want clarity on how to walk in God's favor and deal with spiritual warfare. This guidebook will teach you to:Recognize a God Memo —and discern His voice (versus the enemy, who wants to keep you busy).Discover the single reason women don’t achieve a meaningful life and the big lie that has you searching for purpose in all the wrong places. The five things you should be doing everyday to build supernatural faith and favor in your business and life.Unleash God’s authority and shut down the attacks against you, your family, and your finances using three bible-based power toolsPray spirit-filled prayers that connect you deeply to God so you can shut down Satan’s five deceptive strategies.Ver libro
How can God let bad things happen? Sophie's baby sister, Hope, is born with Down syndrome, and the Flakes dis her over an annoying new girl. Even her research as medical expert Dr. Devon Downing won't fix things, but Sophie learns love is at work even when she can't see it.Ver libro
America has undergone a radical shift. Almost half of Generation Z (born 1997 through 2012) and millennials (born 1981 through 1996) mark the “none” box when it comes to claiming religious affiliation. How can we share Jesus with the growing number of secular people who question, ignore, or reject beliefs about truth, morality, the Bible, and God that earlier generations built their lives on? It starts with being a good friend. In Not Beyond Reach, Aaron Pierce explains how discipleship relationships start even before a friend or loved one accepts Christ. There is rich meaning and purpose in your everyday interactions with nonbelievers, no matter where they are in their faith journey! As you build trust over time, you open doors to share the Gospel. Aaron begins by demystifying the underlying inconsistencies and idols at the heart of secular beliefs. Then he outlines a new playbook for reaching the next generation and others who would not walk into a church. The process involves intentionality and radical dependence on the Holy Spirit and God to move. It also involves authentic relationships and perceptive listening and communication skills. For those who struggle in this area, Not Beyond Reach provides examples and strategies to help readers progress from friendship conversations to spiritual conversations to Gospel conversations that transform lives. As we seek to reach those we love and care about with Jesus and the message of the cross, Aaron Pierce reminds us they are not beyond reach! You are the ambassador God is calling right now, right where you are! Not Beyond Reach shows you how.Ver libro
Origen of Alexandria (185-254), one of the most prolific authors of antiquity and arguably the most important and influential pre-Nicene Christian theologian, was a man of deep learning and holiness of life. Regrettably, many of his works are no longer extant, in part due to the condemnation of his ideas by the Fifth Ecumenical Council in 553. The condemnation, however, took little account of his historical circumstances and the tentative nature of his speculations. The anathemas were more likely directed toward sixth-century Origenist views than to the views of Origen himself, though clearly he expounded some views that would be judged unacceptable today. Origen's numerous homilies provide the oldest surviving corpus of Christian sermons and shaped exegesis for succeeding centuries. With Jerome he was one of the early church's great critical and literal exegetes. Devoutly he sought to develop a spiritual exegesis of the Old Testament grounded in the revelation of Jesus Christ. The Homilies on Numbers presented here offer a splendid example of his spiritual interpretation of Old Testament texts. He asks, What foreshadowing, what warning, what instruction, what encouragement, reproof, correction or exhortation, do we find in the narratives of Numbers for our benefit as Christians? Here, based on Baehren's critical Latin text, is the first English edition of these homilies, ably translated with explanatory notes by Thomas P. Scheck. Ancient Christian Texts are new English translations of full-length commentaries or sermon series from ancient Christian authors that allow you to study key writings of the early church fathers in a fresh way.Ver libro
I call this a non-devotional devotional. You don't have to read it daily, but you may want to. An associate of mine calls it a "real, rich, and raw" glimpse of being a modern-day Christian. This book is a glimpse into the life of an individual who recognizes they are Christian, not perfect, but a follower of Jesus. This book shares how being a Christian does not mean life is a cakewalk but how knowing God makes life more joyful! Hi, I am Mrs. Dot! I am a SoCal, southern Gal. Hence, I speak, talk, and write like one. I am a foodie by nature if that is a thing. I love all types of good food. My other vice is almost anything HGTV! Well, this book came about because I had a bad attitude about an upsetting situation in my life, and I was pissed off; yes, Christians can say that. I was about to tell someone off in an email, and instead, I prayed and asked God, what would you have me say instead? As you will read, what He had me say even stunned me. I am so grateful I heard and listened to the voice of God. It saved a friendship, and it kept me from being a poohead.Ver libro
Reformed churches emphasize church membership. Why? Because membership provides all kinds of practical, spiritual blessings for our flourishing. This friendly overview features discussion questions and an extensive Q&A section.Ver libro
