Baker publishing group okt 2011 (18 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Premier Renewal Leaders Present Complete, Accessible Guide to Healing MinistryThe Bible is full of accounts of miraculous healing. And God is moving as amazingly today as he was back then. Thousands are being healed all over the world--and his children are part of it.For the first time, premier renewal leaders Bill Johnson and Randy Clark team up to equip Christians to minister healing. Grounded from start to finish in Scripture, Johnson and Clark lay out the rich theological and historical foundation for healing in the church today. Full of inspiring stories, this book offers practical, proven, step-by-step guidance to ministering healing, including how to- understand the authority of the believer in healing- create an atmosphere of faith- receive words of knowledge- implement the five-step model of healing prayerThe ministry of healing is not reserved for a select few. God's miraculous healing is part of the Good News--and every believer can become a conduit for his healing power.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'An invaluable guide from a trusted expert.'--Lee StrobelWritten in a compelling, accessible style, this book answers the most common questions about Jewish people and culture, drawn from the steady stream of queries Michael L. Brown's ministry receives every month.As a Messianic believer, Brown provides clear answers to questions like 'Are there Jewish denominations ' and 'Do the Jewish people expect a literal Messiah ' The book also addresses Christians' questions about their own relationship to the Old Testament law, such as 'Should Christians observe the Sabbath on Saturday ' and 'Are Gentile Christians spiritual Jews '.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Who is the Holy Spirit How can believers experience God's presence How does God work in, with, and through His followers Many Christians have very basic questions about the Holy Spirit, the third Person of the Trinity. In The Beginner's Guide to Receiving the Holy Spirit, they will find answers to their questions and learn how to access the power and presence of God promised to all His children. Readers will discover who the Holy Spirit is and find out how He will enable them to live the abundant life Jesus promised. Plus, once they receive the Spirit, they'll learn how to maintain a relationship with Him through a lifetime of spiritual vitality.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - How are American identity and America's presence in the world shaped by war, and what does God have to do with it Esteemed theologian Stanley Hauerwas helps readers reflect theologically on war, church, justice, and nonviolence in this compelling volume, exploring issues such as how America depends on war for its identity, how war affects the soul of a nation, the sacrifices that war entails, and why war is considered 'necessary,' especially in America. He also examines the views of nonviolence held by Martin Luther King Jr. and C. S. Lewis, how Jesus constitutes the justice of God, and the relationship between congregational ministry and Christian formation in America. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Encouragement and Wisdom on Fathering Boys No one can prepare a son for life better than his father. Dads are role models and this book encourages fathers to grow into the kind of men they want their sons to become. Practical topics include preparing boys for work, marriage, sexuality, friendships, and their relationships with God. The author researches and speaks on family issues, and is also a dad himself. Originally published as 'How a Man Prepares His Sons for Life.' Updated by the author.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - We establish wills to pass on our possessions and property to family members and friends, but what about the things that really matter: our values, beliefs, wisdom, and stories Those are the things of lasting significance, the things that make up a spiritual legacy. Daniel Taylor, a heralded teacher, bestselling author of Letters to My Children (over 50,000 sold), and a proven master of preserving spiritual legacies, shows how anyone--not just professional authors or those who consider themselves creative--can preserve and pass on their vision of life.No matter what age or stage of life you're in, creating a spiritual legacy both enriches your own life and blesses the lives of those you love. Chock full of practical guidance, exercises, and examples, this hands-on book helps ordinary people identify wisdom and core values and articulate them in an enduring story form. Taylor promotes the importance of spiritual legacies and shows how to express them not only in writing but also using audio-visual formats and crafts.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It has recently become acceptable, and even fashionable, to refer to one's church as 'missional.' But many churches misunderstand the concept, thinking of 'going missional' as simply being a necessary add-on to church-as-usual. This domestication of what is actually a very bold paradigm shift makes missional nothing more than one more trick to see church growth.With a light hand and a pastoral spirit, Michael Frost points out how church practitioners are not quite there yet. He reestablishes the ground rules, redefines the terms accurately, and insists that the true prophetic essence of 'being missional' comes through undiluted. This clear corrective will take ministry leaders from 'not missional yet' to well on their way.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In 10 Answers for Skeptics, McFarland identifies the ten most common types of skepticism that plague doubters' minds and offers believers proven strategies for connecting intellectually and spiritually with those who are skeptical about the claims of Christianity. Today's skeptics are looking for authenticity, integrity, and straightforward truth. Readers will learn how to answer intimidating questions, identify the root issue behind those questions, and dismantle the 'spiritual bombshells' dropped by atheists. Plus, they'll find encouragement to face hostility by persevering in love--the ultimate apologetic Christians can offer as witness to our loving God.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Peterson Presents a Compelling Contemporary TaleWhen her father orchestrates a surprise trip to the summer house of her childhood, Bailee Cooper is unprepared for what follows. What is intended to be a happy reunion for Bailee and her sisters, Geena and Piper, quickly becomes shrouded by memories from the past.Together again, the three sisters sift through their recollections of fifteen years ago.of an ill mother, and of their father making a desperate choice. They vowed, as children, to be silent--but one sister believes the truth must now be revealed. Yet can they trust their memories Mark Delahunt arrives in the wake of this emotional turmoil. Determined to win Bailee's affection, Mark becomes the strong fortress for her in this time of confusion, and what was once a tentative promise begins to take root and grow. Caught between the past and an uncertain future, can Bailee let God guide her to heal the past and ultimately to embrace love. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Beloved Bible Teacher Reveals the Secret to Receiving God's AbundanceIn an age in which so many have so much, and most want more, what does the word abundance really mean What does God have to say about it And how can Chrisitians find and walk in it Respected author and teacher Derek Prince, with his trademark methodical approach, brings his wisdom and insight to the topic of God's abundance. He explains what abundance consists of and how believers can break the curse of poverty and step into a life of freedom. Prince also lays out the biblical conditions necessary to receiving this supernatural provision, giving Christians a practical guide to walking in God's generous abundance and Kingdom blessings.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When young widow Lady Lydia Gale helps a French prisoner obtain parole, she never dreamed he would turn up in her parlor. But just as the London Season is getting under way, there he is, along with a few other questionable personages. While she should be focused on helping her headstrong younger sister prepare for her entré into London society, Lady Gale finds herself preoccupied with the mysterious Frenchman. Is he a spy or a suitor Can she trust him Or is she putting her family in danger Readers will enjoy being drawn into this world of elegance and intrigue, balls and masquerades. Author Laurie Alice Eakes whisks readers through the drawing rooms of London amid the sound of rustling gowns on this exciting quest to let the past stay in the past and let love guide the future.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Hip-hop culture is experiencing a sea change today that has implications for evangelism, worship, and spiritual practices. Yet Christians have often failed to interpret this culture with sensitivity. Sociologist, preacher, pop-culture expert, and DJ Ralph Watkins understands that while there is room for a critique of mainstream hip-hop and culture, by listening more intently to the music's story listeners can hear a prophet crying out, sharing the pain of a generation that feels as though it hasn't been heard. His accessible, balanced engagement reveals what is inherently good and redeeming in hip-hop and rap music and uses that culture as a lens to open up the power of the Bible for ministry to a generation.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What does it mean to be 'saved by grace' Now revised and updated, this classic reminds readers of the Reformation's radical view of God and his saving grace, the liberating yet humbling truth that we contribute nothing to our salvation. It lays out the scriptural basis for this doctrine and its implications for a vibrant evangelical faith. Horton's accessible treatment will inspire readers with a fresh amazement at God's grace. Foreword by J. I. Packer.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'I thought I had given up on God. But I didn't realize he hadn't given up on me.'Dana's Valley cradles an average town in mid-America. The Walshes are a rather ordinary family by today's standards. But they love each other and do a lot of laughing and fun things together. Daily activities intertwine through church, school, work, and play. Faith is an integral part of their lives as a family and as individuals.The Walsh family includes the father, David, who is a leader both at church and in the community. Angela is a full-time homemaker, and she is a wonderfully nurturing and creative mother. Brett, the oldest of the kids, is just entering high school, and sports captivates his interest and fill his time. Dana, not quite ready for junior high, is petite, pretty, and a very good student. Erin is a year younger and a bit taller. Besides being sisters, the two girls are also best friends. Little brother Corey is a delight to the whole family with his curiosity and enthusiasm.And then, seemingly overnight, everything changes.Each member of the family will be called on for resources and reserves of strength and character they did not know they had. And each will need to discover anew the God who is there in times of distress and in times of triumph.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Romance on the Texas Range with Bestselling Historical Novelist Deeanne GistIn 1904 Texas Ranger Luke Palmer arrives in Brenham, Texas, with one goal--to capture the gang of outlaws led by Frank Comer. Undercover as a telephone repairman, he uses his days on the range to search, not realizing there's another pair of eyes watching him.Georgie Gail, switchboard operator and birder, heads out on a birding expedition, but instead of sighting a painted bunting, her opera glasses capture her telephone man, armed and far away from telephone lines. Palmer is forced to take this alluring troublemaker into his confidence and unwittingly puts her in harm's way. The closer he comes to the gang, the further she works her way into his heart--and into trouble. Soon it's more than just love that's on the line.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Lynn Austin Will Delight Readers with Her Winsome HeroineAlice Grace Ripley lives in a dream world, her nose stuck in a book. But happily-ever-after life she's planned on suddenly falls apart when her boyfriend, Gordon, breaks up with her, accusing her of living in a world of fiction instead of the real world. Then to top it off, Alice loses her beloved job at the library because of cutbacks due to the Great Depression.Fleeing small-town gossip, Alice heads to the mountains of eastern Kentucky to deliver five boxes of donated books to the library in the tiny coal-mining village of Acorn. Dropped off by her relatives, Alice volunteers to stay for two weeks to help the librarian, Leslie McDougal.But the librarian turns out to be far different than she anticipated--not to mention the four lady librarians who travel to the remote homes to deliver the much-desired books. While Alice is trapped in Acorn against her will, she soon finds that real-life adventure and mystery--and especially romance--are far better than her humble dreams could have imagined.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It is safe to say most Christians do not live like Jesus did, have the same influence on people he had, or draw even the slightest curiosity from the on-looking world. Jesus's ability to woo people to him and win their hearts was directly related to how he challenged their assumptions about religion. He not only gave them a unique, personal way to follow him but also showed them how to participate with him in his mission.Sacrilege helps readers rethink what it really means to become like Jesus. It exposes the patterns of thinking that have held the church hostage for years and inspires readers to rethink the way they understand Scripture, family, spiritual formation, conversion, church, sin, and more.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this addition to the well-received Paideia series, Jo-Ann Brant examines cultural context and theological meaning in John. Paideia commentaries explore how New Testament texts form Christian readers by- attending to the ancient narrative and rhetorical strategies the text employs- showing how the text shapes theological convictions and moral habits- commenting on the final, canonical form of each New Testament book- focusing on the cultural, literary, and theological settings of the text- making judicious use of maps, photos, and sidebars in a reader-friendly formatThis commentary, like each in the projected eighteen-volume series, proceeds by sense units rather than word-by-word or verse-by-verse.…