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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 2021 BRONZE MOONBEAM CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARDShow Kids the Spirit of Christmas and the Beauty of GivingOn the night before Christmas, so the old stories say, Saint Nicholas rides in a magical sleigh. But what is the truth, and what are the legends Who is this giftgiver, and why all the presents Why do we give gifts at Christmas How did this beloved tradition begin Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver, retold and illustrated by Ned Bustard, takes families on a heartwarming journey through the story of Saint Nicholas--an exceptionally kind bishop whose profound generosity was rooted in his deep faith. His acts of kindness have inspired Christians worldwide for centuries and ultimately gave rise to the legend of Santa Claus.Told through engaging, rhythmic poetry and paired with vivid, colorful illustrations, Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver is a joy for children and adults alike. With its captivating storytelling, young readers will gain a deeper understanding of the spirit of Christmas and the beauty of giving.For parents and caregivers, the book includes a special message to help spark meaningful conversations with children about faith, generosity, and how we can reflect Christ's love in our lives.Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver is perfect for: - Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking to share the true meaning of Christmas with their children - Sunday school teachers and Christian educators introducing timeless values through storytelling - Librarians seeking a faith-centered addition to their children'scollection Bring the story of Saint Nicholas into your home and inspire your family to celebrate the season with generosity and joy. Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver invites you to discover the deeper meaning behind Christmas traditions and share with children the things that matter to God. Bustard, Ned (illustrator). …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The good news about injustice is that God is against it.God is in the business of using the unlikely to bring about justice and mercy. In Good News About Injustice, Gary Haugen offers stories of courageous Christians who have stood up for justice in the face of human trafficking, forced prostitution, racial and religious persecution, and torture. Throughout he provides concrete guidance on how ordinary Christians can rise up to seek justice throughout the world.This landmark work, featuring newly updated statistics, is now part of the IVP Signature Collection, which features special editions of iconic books in celebration of the seventy-fifth anniversary of InterVarsity Press. A five-session companion Bible study is also available.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When a perfect storm of personal, professional, and natural disaster threw Mike Mantel into a dark night of the soul, he embarked on a journey through his own life and around the world to rediscover God's presence through the diverse bodyof Christ.In Thirsting for Living Water, Mantel invites readers to join him on this adventure and open their eyes to their own stories of God's faithfulness. It's an invitation to see where God is already at work: at home, among neighbors, and to the ends of the earth. Here is a story of the holistic gospel, driven by compassion, justice, and mercy, with Jesus at the center. Here is an inspiring vision of a unified, global church--in which each of us has a vital role to play.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The church is called to grow in Christ. Yet too often, it ignores the practical dimensions of the faith.The church is one in Christ. Yet too often, it is divided by national, denominational, theological, and racial or ethnic boundaries.The church is a global body of believers. Yet too often, it privileges a few voices and fails to recognize its own diversity.In response, this volume offers a multi-denominational, multi-ethnic vision in which biblical scholars, theologians, and practitioners from around the world join together to pursue a cohesive yet diverse theology and praxis of spiritual formation for the global church.Be fed in your faith by brothers and sisters from around the world.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A Spiritual and Neurobiological Redemption of DesireWe are people of desire.In The Soul of Desire, psychiatrist Curt Thompson suggests that underneath all our longings is the desire to be known--and what's more, that this fundamental yearning manifests itself in our deep need to make things of beauty, revealing who we are to others. Desire and beauty go hand in hand.But both our craving to be known and our ability to create beauty have been marredby trauma and shame, collapsing our imagination for what God has for us and blinding us to the possibility that beauty could ever emerge from our ashes.The Soul of Desire is a mature, creative work that: - Weaves together neuroscience and spiritual formation by drawing on Thompsons work in interpersonal neurobiology and clinical practice, - Opens up new horizons for thinking about the nature of the mind and what it means to be human, and- Presents a powerful picture of the capacity of the believing community to reshape our imaginations, hold our desires and griefs together, and invite us into the beauty of God's presence.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Romans has been described as the theological epistle par excellence. The apostle Paul emphasizes that salvation is by God's grace alone and that freedom, hope, and the gift of righteousness are secured through Christ's death and resurrection, with the promise of a new and glorious destiny. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, believers can discern and do the will of God.…