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The Forgotten Ways
How did the number of Christians in the world grow from as few as 25,000 one hundred years after Christ's death to up to 20 million in AD 310? How did the Chinese underground church grow from 2 million to over 100 million in sixty years despite considerable opposition? In The Forgotten Ways, Alan Hirsch reveals the paradigmatic insights he discovered as he delved into those questions. He then translates these findings into the context of the contemporary Western church. Hirsch identifies six latent potencies in God's people that lie dormant and forgotten until something catalytic prompts the rediscovery of them. These elements are clearly seen in the church during times of phenomenal growth and impact, but he suggests that they are actually always present and can be reactivated to create apostolic movement. He describes them as the centrality and lordship of Jesus, disciple making, the missional-incarnational impulse, organic systems, apostolic environment, and communitas (a type of community formed in situations of significant ordeal and/or mission). A key missional leader, educator, and strategist, Hirsch draws from his own experiences, as well as the experiences of ministries around the world, to provide examples of growing churches, church planting movements, and other missional projects. He further illustrates his points with charts and diagrams, as well as a glossary of terms and an index. Church leaders, strategists, seminary professors, and students will benefit from Hirsch's discoveries and his ability to put those ideas to work in contemporary churches and ministries. Click here to read a sample chapter! Adobe Acrobat is required. Click here to download
The Formation of Christendom
The renowned historian Christopher Dawson devoted his long and brilliant career to precisely the kind of historical research of which theologians and churchmen stand in great need, particularly if they are to meet the authentic demands of this ecumenical era. ''Dawson's book traces the formation of Christian culture from its roots in the Judeo-Christian tradition through the rise and the decline of medieval Christendom. Here, as in all his works, he sees religion as the dynamic element of culture. He shares with Arnold Toynbee the ideal of a universal spiritual society as the goal of history; but whereas Dr. Toynbee sees this as achievable by a consensus of the great world religions, East and West, Dawson sees it as coming from the working out of the Catholic principle. ''“Catholicism does not rest on the consensus of human wisdom"even on its highest and most spiritual plane"but on a divine revelation which is also an act of creation.� The Church is, in his view, just such a society working as a leaven in history; its role in history is that of healing the divisions of humanity by bringing the nations back into spiritual unity. ''This work of Dawson's has all the qualities which have earned him international acclaim as an historian and as a Christian Humanist. '"Unequaled as an historian of culture. Unless we read him, we are uninformed". ' The Saturday Review of Literature.
The Forsaken
Ben Taylor’s just a regular guy. Married to his beautiful Annie, with good kids, and a career that brings him great joy. But the world as he knows it suddenly shifts beneath his feet. While his job is suddenly in jeopardy, Annie gets promoted into the position of a lifetime–with a bigger salary than his…and a requirement to move across the country. The blow to his ego, not to mention the disruption to his family, shatters Ben’s confidence in himself–and in God. But just as he comes to grips with this new reality and accepts these major changes, the unimaginable happens. His wife is kidnapped! Desperate, Ben travels across country to help the police hunt for the kidnappers by risking his life and everything else in the process. Can he really trust the God he thought he knew to get him through this shocking twist in life? Or is he destined to be just as forsaken as he feels? Now Stephen Arterburn–one of the men behind the phenomenal "Every Man" series–and bestselling novelist Mike Moscoe join forces to bring you a compelling novel that combines the action and suspense of a thriller with real-life faith and insight for God’s men.
The Foundation
Urban Gospel Alliance 2005 “DJ of the Year,” DJ Skillspinz is mesmerizing and is second to none on turntables, with mixes and scratches that awe and elevate. Representing Columbus, Georgia, and sharing the stage with acts such as Mary Mary, GRITS, and the Cross Movement and participating in over 20 holy hip hop albums to his credit; DJ Skillspinz debut album titled: The Foundation is sure to win acclaim and is on course to be one of the hottest albums of the year! Whether celebrating with friends and family, on a skateboard or riding in your car, DJ Skillspinz: The Foundation delivers quality sound, bass, lyrics and beats track-after-track.
The Four Seasons of Marriage
Dr. Gary Chapman, author of the perennial best seller The Five Love Languages, provides an easy-to-grasp framework to help couples understand their marriage and seven practical strategies for strengthening or improving their marriage relationship. A valuable resource for couples regardless of how long they've been married, this biblically based book is a reference tool to help couples through every season of marriage. Summary of features: Valuable insight for every couple, regardless of how long they have been married Provides seven practical strategies to help couples understand and strengthen their marriage relationship Includes a Marital Seasons Profile to help couples determine the season of their marriage
The Fourfold Gospel
The 26th book in the best-selling Pure Gold Classics line. Based on Simpson’s religious experiences, four points were crystallized and publicly conveyed as the distinctive doctrinal convictions of his movement. These four points, which comprise the Fourfold Gospel, focus on Christ as the Savior, Sanctifier, Healer, and coming King Concerning Christ as the Savior, the simple way of faith was emphasized along with the experience of regeneration and the joyful assurance of the forgiveness of sins. All the believers in this movement were then encouraged to live a life of commitment to evangelism both at home and overseas. About the Author Albert Benjamin Simpson was born on December 15, 1843, to parents of Scottish descent. He grew to be one of the most respected Christian figures in American evangelicalism. A much sought after speaker and pastor, Simpson founded a major evangelical denomination, published over 70 books, edited a weekly magazine for nearly 40 years, and wrote many gospel songs and poems. Simpson helped to form and head up two evangelization societies—The Christian Alliance and The Evangelical Missionary Alliance.
The Fourth King
Once upon a time, three wise kings came out of a distant land and followed a star to the little town of Bethlehem to honor a newborn baby. But few people have heard about the fourth king, named Mazzel. With his faithful camel servant Chamberlain, Mazzel is delayed by a cry for help and misses his rendezvous with the other three kings. And so this strange tale begins… The pair of travelers set out in frantic pursuit, but encounter many setbacks… and all the while their distant star seems to grow dimmer. The journey seems hopeless and they arrive late-or do they? Their encounter near Bethlehem with a young family running away from soldiers make a strong impression on Mazzel and Chamberlain-and their lives are not the same from that day on. This enchanting story is filled with charm and gentle humor and will warm hearts during a cold holiday.
The Frazzled Female Book
Based on one of today’s most popular Bible studies for women, The Frazzled Female reaches out to busy ladies everywhere, guiding them to sanity, peace, and a deeper, more vibrant relationship with the Lord. Cindi Wood’s approach isn’t “no-nonsense,” because she’s as hilarious as she is helpful. But in the end, her readers will clearly learn how to become “victoriously frazzled.”
The Friendly Stranger
All children love listening to stories, and there was never a better storyteller than Jesus. With delightful illustrations and easy-to-read text, this is an ideal introduction to Jesus' short and simple stories, sharing truth, love, and wisdom with young children. About the Author Juliet David has written many children's stories and Bible activity books. Her other interests include painting, music, and travel to Israel and other Bible lands. This experienced author lives in London with her family.
The Fruit of the Spirit Board Game
Puzzles, coded messages, songs and more help children understand the Fruit of the Spirit -what it is and how they can demonstrate it in their lives.
The Fruit of the Spirit Framed Art
13.5" x 11.5" Solid Wood Espresso Frame Double-cut Beveled Double Mat
The Fruitful Life
As we become serious followers of Christ, we want to live loving, joyful, anxiety-free lives. Yet loving our enemies seems impossible. Even being patient with our family is often difficult. How can we put on the gentle garments of grace when we're so busy battling our old behavior patterns? In The Fruitful Life, beloved author Jerry Bridges explores the nine aspects of the "fruit of the Spirit" described in Galatians 5:22-23: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. He clarifies the cultivation process by showing us how to practice them in real life. Bridges says these qualities of character can truly mark our lives if we devote ourselves to a two-fold pursuit: God-centeredness and God-likeness. This book will guide you on a that quest by focusing on God's nature as revealed in Scripture and by helping you cultivate the beautiful fruit given by the Holy Spirit.
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