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When a rich theological perspective is lost, so is the larger story for pastoral ministry. When pastors see how God's whole counsel shapes and impacts their entire ministry, both pastors and churches will thrive. Deeply connecting theology with practice, this volume seeks to recover the rich scriptural framework for ministry that is grounded in key Christian doctrines such as the Triune God and his decrees, the person and work of Christ, and the application of all the benefits and blessings that come to us through the Spirit in our union with Christ.

The Book of Kells is a mystery. It is distinct from all copies of the gospels from the early Middle Ages, not only in the quality and amount of its decoration but also in the peculiarities of the ordering of its contents, the oddness of its apparatus, the appearance of the script, the interplay of text and ornament, and the erratic forms of its Latin.

The church is the origin, means, and end of missions. Scripture calls on missionaries to start and strengthen churches where new believers—and more missionaries—can grow. But today, many Christians downplay the role of the church in favor of pragmatism and parachurch ministries, weakening the mission's cause.

Throughout history, God has always preserved a remnant—a people who refuse to bow to compromise, religious control, or the fear of man. These are the burning ones, the set-apart ones—those who will carry the fire of revival when others remain cold. The remnant is rising again.

Tal vez para muchos, oír la voz de Dios suene pretencioso; no para usted. El sólo hecho que este libro esté en sus manos habla de su anhelo por hacer cambios en su manera de vivir. Significa que usted quiere dejar de andar dando tumbos guiado por su ego y permitirle a Dios que a partir de hoy esté al volante de su vida y la lleve a buen destino. ¿Desea aprender a oír la voz de Dios? ¿Quiere conocer los métodos que Dios usa para hablarnos? ¿Tiene dificultad para escuchar Su voz en medio de tiempos difíciles?

Cualquiera sea tu crisis: financiera, familiar, física, emocional, existential, de identidad, laboral, matrimonial, de creencias o de valores, quiero que sepas que hay una tabla de salvación. La esperanza es el ancla que puede sostener tu barco firme en medio de la tempestad, para poder tomar decisiones que te lleven al éxito en la vida. Fuimos creados con la capacidad de superar toda prueba y adversidad; sólo tenemos que salir de la desesperación y entrar en la acción. En mi experiencia de vida, he tenido que sortear muchas crisis, de todo tipo.

La pregunta que flota, hoy día, en el ambiente cristiano es: ¿Quién es y cómo se reconoce a un verdadero apóstol? Para revelar esta incógnita, nace este libro, con el fin de dar pautas claras y precisas sobre el ministerio del apóstol; sus características, funciones, señales y propósito. Todo ministerio, ya sea el de pastor, evangelista, maestro o profeta, tiene un sello inigualable; así, también, el apóstol tiene un sello puesto por Dios que muchos pueden tratar de imitar, pero nunca igualar.

People are hurting at a scale we’ve never seen. They’re dealing with an onslaught of issues like anxiety, grief, mental illness, family troubles, and hopelessness. Pastors and counselors can’t see everyone in need. This book can help. Based on national research with more than 2,000 church leaders, social researcher and bestselling author Shaunti Feldhahn and psychologist and professor Dr. James Sells show how this is the church’s moment –and present a tested vision that is already thriving in churches of every size across the country!

Deacon Robert Hesse is uniquely qualified to write this scientifically accurate and inspirational gateway into the mind and heart of God through the interrelationship between faith and science.

Do you feel a stirring in your heart to make a difference but don’t know where to begin? Have fear, doubt, or failure made you question your ability to lead? Rise Up and Lead is the spiritual leadership guide you didn’t know you needed—but won’t be able to put down.

Nos últimos tempos, aumentou significativamente o número de pessoas ligadas às mais diversas Igrejas que procuram hospitais, asilos, casas de saúde ou mesmo domicílios para prestar assistência espiritual aos doentes. A maioria dessas pessoas é movida por amor, boa vontade e fé e quase sem nenhuma formação específica para desenvolver esse ministério. Por essa razão, elas nem sempre conseguem ser eficientes no processo de ajuda.

We never know when panic and anxiety will grip us, but there is a way out. You don't have to live this way anymore. Troy Maxwell shares his personal experience in an intimate story of tragedy and growth as he walks you through how to make it out if the Panic Room.

You recite it. But do you understand it? The Apostles’ Creed has become so familiar to us that we don’t think about what we’re saying. Christians from different times, places, and traditions have been united by its eternal truths. We believe them, we recite them, but do we build our lives on them? The fact that so many in the early church died for their faith means they were caught up in something greater than themselves. What were those truths? How did they empower a revolution?

For more than 20 years, Andrew Harvey has trained his fine scholar’s eye on sacred texts and mystical truths to illuminate the message of inspired activism that they hold. Today, we need this message more urgently than ever. In this new book, Andrew takes a fresh, impassioned look at the story of Mary Magdalene and Jesus to distill its meaning for our world and show us how to embody this truth in our own lives.

The passing of a Pope is one of the most solemn and symbolic events in the world, an occurrence that transcends religious boundaries and captivates global attention. It marks the end of an era—not just for the 1.3 billion Catholics who view the Pope as the spiritual successor to Saint Peter, but for historians, political leaders, and observers across the planet. When a Pope dies, centuries of tradition awaken, setting into motion a series of elaborate, almost mystical, protocols that blend theology, politics, symbolism, and deep-rooted human emotion.

Timeless: A History of the Catholic Church is a fresh retelling of the history of the Church. In this easy, not-your-average history book, Steve Weidenkopf introduces you to the vivid, dynamic story of God's work in the world since Pentecost. Along the way, you will meet the weird, wonderful, and always fascinating heroes and villains of the Catholic family tree.

Imagine having a job where your workplace is a centuries-old palace, your outfit is steeped in symbolism, and your words reach an audience of over a billion people every time you speak. That’s just a glimpse into the life of the Pope—one of the most visible, influential, and intriguing figures in the world. But there’s far more to the papacy than grand ceremonies and global headlines. The Pope is not just a religious leader; he’s a symbol, a diplomat, a shepherd, and the head of a global institution that spans every continent.

In the COVID crisis, the beloved shepherd of over one billion Catholics saw the cruelty and inequity of our society exposed more vividly than ever before. He also saw, in the resilience, generosity, and creativity of so many people, the means to rescue our society, our economy, and our planet. In direct, powerful prose, Pope Francis urges us not to let the pain be in vain.

Biblical womanhood - the belief that God designed women to be submissive wives, virtuous mothers, and joyful homemakers - pervades North American Christianity. From choices about careers to roles in local churches to relationship dynamics, this belief shapes the everyday lives of evangelical women. Yet biblical womanhood isn't biblical, says Baylor University historian Beth Allison Barr. It was born in a series of clearly definable historical moments.

Richard Stearns became president of World Vision US in 1998 after spending the first half of his career as a successful executive at corporate giants such as Gillette, Parker Brothers, The Franklin Mint, and Lenox Inc. At World Vision, he inspired a culture of outcome-focused management. His leadership in calling the American church to respond to some of the greatest crises of our time - notably the HIV and AIDS pandemic and the global refugee crisis - challenged other Christian leaders to embrace a bold vision for compassion, mercy, and justice in their work.