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Scott Brown was in his front yard when seven police cars slowly drove down the block and stopped in front of his house. Less than fifteen minutes later, he was arrested and taken to jail for something he didn't realize could get him into trouble. This book is the detailed account that chronicles from that day through the final outcome of his arrest. With a raw transparency, he conveys the unspeakable pain he caused for himself, his family-especially his sons-and all those who loved and cared for him. Through this experience, he put the past behind him and allowed God to take over his future. Reading this detailed story could be a powerful wake-up call to anyone who has allowed strongholds to control their lives and is looking for the hope Scott's story will provide.

Come with the author of Blessings Beyond the Page for a close-up look at Psalm 119 and discover many facets of God's beauty and wisdom in this precious passage of Scripture. Learn practical ways to have His word implanted deeply in your heart. Expect life-giving blessings from His word as you walk in love and faith each day with Jesus, the Living Word, who is the greatest blessing beyond the page. As we turn the pages of Scripture, studying, meditating, and rejoicing over God's word, we cultivate a daily rhythm that helps us know and love Him and His word more deeply.May your life be the story of His words, His love, and His grace.-Chantal Johnson

Saul was born into a wealthy, successful Jewish family who were privileged to be Roman citizens. From his earliest years, Saul studied in the tradition of his forefathers; he was a bona fide believer, a devoted follower of Judaism. Saul excelled in his studies and was highly regarded in the Jewish faith. As a young man, he began hearing about a rabbi-a man who supposedly performed miracles though he was not sanctioned by the Synagogue. The more Saul heard about Jesus the more he was convinced that Jesus was an imposter who was practicing fakery. Saul determined that Jesus must be stopped. When the man of miracles (Jesus) was put to death, Saul felt a great sense of relief. But to his dismay, the Jesus movement, known as "The Way," continued to spread even more after Jesus's crucifixion. So, he redoubled his efforts to put a stop to the movement by any means necessary. Saul gained authority to pursue and imprison all followers of Jesus-both men and women. But on his way to Damascus to persecute Christians there, the tables turned, and Saul was struck down by an amazing encounter with the risen Savior . . . and nothing was ever the same for Saul. Within a few moments, Saul was transformed into a new man. He became God's chosen instrument to take the gospel into the known world as God's missionary to the Gentile nations. Saul-later known as Paul-still speaks to us today as he is the author of many New Testament letters that distill the deep theological issues and teachings of the Christian faith. This brief overview from the pages of biblical history reveals Saul's journey from committed Pharisee to devoted follower of Jesus Christ-the beloved Apostle Paul.

Finishing Strong: An Estate Planning Journey delves into the crucial importance of comprehensive estate planning and addresses the prevalent issue of unpreparedness among individuals. The authors, Ronald "Skip" Skolnik and Elizabeth "Libby" Skolnik Budweg, stress that it is the responsibility of every person to take charge of their estate planning, particularly when it comes to mitigating potential challenges.The book highlights two significant problems that hinder effective estate planning. First, many individuals fail to recognize the necessity of a comprehensive plan, often resulting in unforeseen financial burdens such as nursing home costs or probate court proceedings. Second, people often struggle to know where to begin due to a lack of specialized knowledge and guidance from professionals.To tackle these issues, the book offers insights into various aspects of estate planning, including legal documents, financial positioning, taxes, nursing home expenses, and asset distribution. It emphasizes the need for a multidimensional approach that brings together expertise from various experts such as attorneys, accountants, financial planners, insurance professionals, nursing home specialists, and funeral directors.Additionally, the book acknowledges the demographic shift in the United States with an increasing aging population and emphasizes the importance of preparing for the associated costs. It aims to empower readers with the knowledge to safeguard their assets and effectively address the challenges they may face.Ultimately, Finishing Strong: An Estate Planning Journey emphasizes that estate planning is both an art and a science. It requires careful consideration of legal and financial requirements, and all of them must work together. It encourages readers to envision their desired outcomes and take comprehensive action to protect their families and leave a lasting legacy.

Citizens of Heaven: How Evangelicals Should Respond to Trumpism shows how the white evangelical Church has lost its moral and prophetic stance by following Donald Trump and his right-wing agenda. It explores the Church's racist history and outlines a scriptural path toward antiracism. Citizens of Heaven then explains how Christians can become politically active and remain consistent with the teachings of Christ. Finally, Christians are encouraged to behave like Citizens of Heaven - displaying love, grace and forgiveness as acting as agents of reconciliation right here on earth.

Beginning with God's vision for humanity and His mission in the world, the reader will be reminded that the Church belongs to God and He has mandated it to gather people from every nation to worship Him. Whenever the Church gathers, it is taking timeouts to get into the huddle to reinforce God's vision, review the mission, refine strategies to expand the potential, and accelerate the completion of the mission.This book highlights God at work among the nations and His invitation to His Church to participate in giving people the opportunity to hear, understand, and respond to the gospel in their cultural frame of reference. More than that, this book challenges the local church to a greater urgency in completing the mission of getting the gospel to neighbors across the street as well as to unreached peoples across the world. It is in this that the Lord is glorified.

"I delight to do Thy will." "Thy will be done." "I surrender to His will." ¿These are all common phrases on the lips of a real child of God, walking closely with Him on this pilgrimage. Jesus taught His disciples to pray this before His Gethsemane experience. But at the point of need, is it as easily said on those lips of ours? Was it as easy when Jesus was in the garden as when He taught His disciples? This book shared a personal experience in our contemporary time of when God will bring Gethsemane to us. It is where agonizing prayers need to be prayed to overcome the demand of self-will. Jesus prayed with much agony, surrendering to the will of His Father. He left us with an example that we should walk in His steps. The Gethsemane prayer is not a joke. It requires that we part ways with flesh and blood so that we can acknowledge and accept God's supreme will. We cannot pray the Gethsemane prayer without opening up to God on our fears, unbelief, and self-will. The Gethsemane prayer causes us to ascend unto the hills of consecration where we meet God's standard. This is what Jesus did by yielding the flesh to the will of God. The Gethsemane prayer is simply THY WILL BE DONE.

Do you ever wonder if there is more to this life? Daniel did, even though he didn't realize it. He was just a mild-mannered, teenage boy trying to deal with the challenges of a major move, the lack of friends at a new school, and the school bully who repeatedly attacked him. All he wanted was to get through school, immerse himself in his video games, and hope that life would somehow get better. Then he met the town's matriarch who offered him something different-an alternate reality. Follow Daniel as he slips into realms beyond his own. He discovers that it takes faith to follow his destiny and learn the truth of his identity. He finds new friends, and together they discover the truth of Evil, its tactics for destruction, and its influence on the darkness of their world as they find themselves in the Dragon's Den.

The military can be viewed from many perspectives. From technical to strategic and equipment to front-line observations, each reveals varying aspects of how our military operates. Although far less attention is paid to it, the home and the heart of the military family is a crucial aspect in the overall military function. In Memoirs of a Military Spouse, Sandy Hope Stewart shares with her readers how she was able, and in many cases unable, to cope with the seemingly impossible demands placed upon her as a spouse of a military member. With her faith severely tested when her husband was called to serve in a secret mission, she would learn that God used every situation to reveal to her and heal her from life-long fears, anxieties, and misconceptions that had plagued her since childhood. She believes He desires to do so for all of us.

Two warnings Jesus had expressed to His disciples in Matthew 24 serve as the driving force for this book: "See to it that no one misleads you" (v. 4) and "the coming of the Son of Man will be just like the days of Noah." (v. 37) Mr. Hyland's concern is that the Church of Jesus Christ needs to prepare now for two trending threats, a subtle one to the US Constitutional democracy and the semi-veiled one to worldwide Christianity. The author's structured approach in presenting his case commences with a perceptive commentary on Genesis to highlight the perfections of life's elements God had created. His purpose is to enable the reader to discern and recognize mankind's disregard for that perfection both in ancient times as well as in contemporary life. That knowledge Mr. Hyland believes is necessary in order to prepare the reader's defenses against all forms of deceit. The last phase of this book focuses on the Apostle John's spiritually gained futuristic insights, particularly on the harsh challenges Satan's angels will thrust on believers in-and-of Jesus as they faithfully struggle to persevere in the thick of persecution at the 'end times.'

In the first chapter, the author draws our attention to his impetus in writing the book - the state of unbelief in God in America today. He says there is a pandemic of infectious unbelief in America and the world today! According to a 2020 survey, ninety-four percent of adult Americans say knowing the God of the Bible is not important. Instead, they have created their own idea of who they want Him to be. So where have you placed your faith and trust? Find out now if they are firmly rooted in the solid ground of the Bible and God's true nature. Read moreWho Is This God? A Handbook for Life with Him is a Christian nonfiction book that unravels the confusion to help people discover God's nature and character. In so doing, it demonstrates how you can develop a personal relationship with Him and grow spiritually. Major themes about God and life with Him include:There is one God in three persons, the Father, the Son, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit.God created you to experience His love and know Him personally.Everyone needs to be rescued and born-again to enter His Heaven.God has a purpose and plans for you (your life is not meaningless).The Holy Spirit was sent to dwell within, guide, help, and teach the followers of Jesus.Believers must mature spiritually to live an authentic Christian life.God is supernatural, and you live in the natural and supernatural realms of this world where miracles and other supernatural interventions by God still occur. Embedded in the forty-three chapter narratives are nearly three hundred questions, six hundred and sixty scripture quotations, and seventy true stories. These stories include miracles of healing, deliverance, and protection only the God of the Bible can do. You will also see that God communicates through His Spirit with those who sincerely seek Him.

Open this Good News Trilogy, and take a chance on being overcome with good news.This book is simply a collection of good, gospel-expounding poems. If you are turned on to the gospel, you may like poems that enlighten you to the full meaning of trusting Jesus for your present-day living. It is my earnest desire that whoever picks up these 93 poems will lose themselves in the reading while paying special attention to the availability of this truly good news. Jesus can convey His great love for you in basic everyday English. Get turned on to having a poem or perhaps five poems every day to move you joyously on your way. The gospel to the beat of your heart will show you just how fun poetry can be.

How do we live out the gospel in our lives?What we believe about the gospel determines how we will follow the Great Commission and make disciples. This second edition of Ordinary Radicals, Pastor Hayashi lays bare the roots of the gospel, reinforcing the command and privilege of the Great Commission while bringing thought-provoking questions to reinforce how each chapter can be applicable to every individual and group.Church leadership must be focused on discipleship. If you have a leadership problem, you have a discipleship problem, and if you have a discipleship problem, you have a Great Commission problem.Why bother with discipleship? Because the cost of non-discipleship is too great! Living with radical abandonment for God's glory, faithful adherence to His person, and urgent obedience to His ministry is the only way to live a successful, fruitful Christian life. This book offers a step-by-step process for living out the Great Commission to revolutionize the world through the local church.

Do you feel stuck in your Christian walk? Are you just going through the motions and wanting something more? Horath talks straight about living a "double-portion life" as demonstrated by Elisha and how to recognize who you are in Christ.

Marriage is a sacred event. A man and woman coming together is a beautiful thing. It is a precious gift not to be taken lightly. There is deep significance and wonderful meaning behind this unique, special bond. It was meant to be unbreakable.Throughout the course of time and history, the institution of marriage has lost something. Today, many couples are breaking up badly. Millions of families are being torn apart, and countless commitments are failing everywhere. Perhaps your own marriage is in jeopardy. Is there heartache in your home, conflict down your hallway, or bitterness in your bedroom? What is the solution?Husband & Wife was written to help you and your spouse rediscover your united purpose. It is to keep the two of you at peace, not through the lens of secular society but through the eyes of your creator, the one in whom all things exist and are established. By embracing God's outlook on marriage, you can journey alongside each other to apply spiritual principles outlined in Scripture and learn to demonstrate love the way Jesus did. From there, the Holy Spirit can lead you to marital success. The Challenge: changing your heart from the inside out and renewing your mind from within. This book will inspire you to take it on. Let's get to work!

The author asserts that the Church in North America, by and large, is steeped in a "culture of cowardice". According to Dr. Edwin Friedman, author of A Failure of Nerve, a distinctive type of leadership is required. Kirlin applies principles gleaned from his experience coaching pastors while applying Dr. Friedman's insights giving timely counsel for ministers and leaders in today's Church.

HOPE in ALL Things is an intriguing, true-to-life novel that takes you on a journey into the reality that God is most powerfully seen when He brings hope out of nothing. As counselors, Dr. Todd and Dr. Cathy Kirkland are privileged to hear many seemingly hopeless crisis stories in their counseling practice at Beautifully Broken Counseling. The Kirklands find that many people feel that they have no choice but to abandon hope in the face of deep hurt and loss-they find it hard to believe that God can use their tragic circumstances for a greater good. But this novel tells a different and hope-filled story of redemption.HOPE in ALL Things gives you a bird's-eye view into the life of a young woman named Joy, whose tragic past causes her to seek the destruction of others in her efforts to right a past wrong-a wrong that no young woman should have to face. HOPE in ALL Things takes the reader on an amazing journey of healing from some of life's deepest traumas to find lasting hope.Authors Note: HOPE in ALL Things takes on some very deep and emotional topics that can be triggers for survivors of specific traumas and events. We believe that these topics need to be discussed and that people need to have a way to find a seed of HOPE - and that begins with being able to have a safe place to talk and read about such topics.