Getting Over Yourself

Getting Over Yourself
Author: Dean Inserra
Publisher: Moody Publishers
Total Pages: 133
Release: 2021-05-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0802499473

Is trying to be “the best you” actually ruining you? From “living your best life” to “self-actualizing,” “finding your destiny,” and “waiting on the best to come,” the contemporary messages of the world exhort us to believe that we are promised and entitled the biggest and best life can possibly offer. But is that actually what Jesus promises? Is that even close to the message of the gospel? Getting Over Yourself is a call for Christians to reject these hollow messages of personal prosperity and to return to the humble truths of the gospel. You’ll learn how to identify this insidious, popular theology in culture and churches and examine its devastating effects. And, perhaps most importantly, you’ll learn how to combat it with gospel truth that leads to the abundant life Jesus actually desires for His people. Discover the beauty in losing yourself—and ultimately in gaining Him.

Self Centeredness

Self Centeredness
Author: Andrew Wommack
Publisher: Destiny Image Publishers
Total Pages: 49
Release: 2012-09-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1680314017

Difficult situations have a way of revealing the heart. Extreme financial pressure, a broken family relationship, or the death of a loved one may be a crisis to one person, while to another, an opportunity to prove the power of God's Word. What's the difference? That's the question Andrew will answer in this book. He speaks straight...

The Christ-Centered Life

The Christ-Centered Life
Author: David Broderick
Publisher: WestBow Press
Total Pages: 409
Release: 2013-05
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1449796273

This book is about my journey into Christ-centeredness, a personal journey that still goes on daily for me and will continue to do so throughout my life. It presents a beginning and a foundation for the journey into Christ-centeredness that each of us can undertake as we grow in Jesus for ourselves. As such, the book gives you some starters and pointers for your own journey into Christ-centeredness. It is my deepest desire that nothing should prevent my readers from seeing Jesus for themselves and having a real and lasting encounter with him that leads to a life of Christ-centeredness.

English Lessons

English Lessons
Author: Andrea Lucado
Publisher: WaterBrook
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2017
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1601428952

The Questions Would Teach Her More Than the Answers It wasn't long after arriving in Oxford for graduate school that twenty-two-year-old Andrea Lucado - preacher's daughter from Texas - faced not only culture shock, a severe lack of coffee, but also some unexpected hard questions: Who am I? Who is God? Why do I believe what I believe? "So many nights in Oxford, I felt like the details of my faiths were getting fuzzier. Nights turned restless with the questions and the thoughts. I questioned God's existence and the doubt, it was getting into my bones...." In this engaging memoir, Andrea speaks to all of us who wrestle with faith, doubt, and spiritual identity. Join Andrea as she navigates the Thames River, the Oxford Atheist Society, romance in ancient pubs--and a new perspective on who God is. As Andrea learned, sometimes it takes letting go of old ideas to discover lasting truth.

Making Room for Her

Making Room for Her
Author: Barbara Reaoch
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Total Pages: 102
Release: 2022-02-08
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1087746396

Maybe you’re a bride-to-be who is about to gain a mother-in-law. Or perhaps you’re a mother-of-the-groom who is about to gain a daughter-in-law. Or maybe you’ve been in an in-law relationship for decades, one that’s been struggling in painful tension for years. No matter your age or stage, every daughter-in-law and mother-in-law needs help navigating their relationship sometimes. Whether the struggle is one of feeling unseen, unheard, or unvalued, authors and in-laws Barbara and Stacy Reaoch have been there, and as they’ve put the Bible’s wisdom to practice over the years, they’ve found that the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law really can thrive in the midst of difficulty. In this biblical, practical, and heartfelt book, Barbara and Stacy Reaoch share from their own 20 years of forming a mother-in-law/daughter-in-law bond. As you walk alongside them in their own journey and lessons learned, prepare to be encouraged and equipped in these areas: Expectations Conflict Suffering Communication Parenting And more With the Bible as your foundation and this book as a helpful companion in the journey, take heart: a healthier relationship with your mother-in-law or daughter-in-law is closer than you think!

Jesus-Centered Life

Jesus-Centered Life
Author: Rick Lawrence
Publisher: Group Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2016-03-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1470728281

You know Jesus, You think he’s a nice guy,and you never forget his birthday.But the truth is...you want more than that. You’re bored. Exhausted. Tired of the grind. You’re done with hearing about Jesus in sermons. Reading about Jesus in devotions. You want to encounter Jesus—and know him for who he really is. You want to experience Jesus’ love, not just admire him. To become a follower, not just a fan. The Jesus-Centered Life... • invites you into wonder as you explore the magnetic force of the real Jesus • frees you from a “trying harder to get better” lifestyle, so you can follow Jesus instead • walks you through one-of-a-kind practices that lead you into actual encounters with Jesus Packed with easy, natural, everyday life practices that transform how you see Jesus, The Jesus-Centered Life is the perfect antidote for a ho-hum connection to Jesus—a fresh invitation for you to make Jesus the center of your life. This book helps you chart a clear, fulfilling path straight to the Jesus who loves you.

Mirror of the Heart

Mirror of the Heart
Author: Charles R. Gerber
Publisher: College Press
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2001
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780899008981

It is said that a journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step. An enduring relationship begins with the first step of effective communication. Because of the power of verbal communication, Charles Gerber urges Christians to carefully monitor their speech. He reminds us that communication can be used for either good or evil purposes. Words will ultimately reveal the heart of the speaker. Knowing the tremendous impact spoken words can have on any relationship, Gerber encourages speech that embodies New Testament teachings. Examples from Scripture -- of both positive and negative effects of speech -- clarify the picture of what godly speech should or should not be. Jesus Christ himself is examined as the greatest communicator of the Bible. Christ's teachings and conversations provide a perfect model for all Christians. Engaging anecdotes present the effects of spoken words in a variety of settings. Gerber offers concise, realistic suggestions for improving communication skills and quality in any conversation. Book jacket.

True Identity

True Identity
Author: John C. Majors
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 199
Release: 2017-10-03
Genre: Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN: 1493412167

Teens' Guide to Identity from FamilyLife All teens wrestle with the question "Who am I?" and wonder, What makes me special? Though these questions linger for life, they are most intense in the teen years, where confusion, awkwardness, and a desperate grab for identity reign. So how does a young person answer these critical questions? Where do young men and women find their significance, worth, and value? True Identity is perfect for parents and youth workers to give to the teenagers (14-16) in their lives to help them in their journey. Drawing on experiences and wisdom from a wide array of experts, the book provides compassionate answers to help teens discover who they really are, emphasizing their identity in Christ above all other ways our culture defines them. As the book walks teens through the steps to make their faith their own, it highlights healthy independence and God-honoring relationships. The Passport2Identity curriculum launched in April 2016, and True Identity is its trade book companion.

The Gospel for Real Life

The Gospel for Real Life
Author: Jerry Bridges
Publisher: Tyndale House
Total Pages: 134
Release: 2014-02-27
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1615214321

The gospel provides for our eternal salvation, but how does it benefit us day to day? Find out from Navigator author Jerry Bridges how the gospel transforms you daily into Christlikeness. Learn more about the character of God and the character of Jesus as you explore this book on your own or with a discipleship partner. Includes study guide with discussion questions.

Selfless

Selfless
Author: Monica Freeman
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2014-02-14
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781490972190

Becoming Self less Becoming one was the prayer that Jesus prayed in John 17. Then why are we are we all so fractured in our lives, our families, and our churches? The underlying reason is self. It was catapulted into the world at the Fall of Man and is alive and flourishing in this generation. Self, selfishness, and self-centeredness will stifle our lives and the fulfillment we all are seeking. Become free, become aware, and become Self less today. In the process of becoming Self less you have come face to face with the reality that we all are carriers of this character trait. We are allowing this sin to stifle our purpose and the joy of fulfilling His plan in our life and our culture. These topics lead you to the tools to eradicate this driving force from our lives, our families, and the life of the Body of Christ:• Training Your Brain to operate more like Him and less like our self-centered self• The Plan, living within the boundaries of 8 in 4:8• How to renovate your life, your family, and this culture Realization of self-centeredness in our individual lives as well as in the local church will help us intentionally become one as Jesus prayed. As we acknowledge the sin of pride that consumes us we can become the true and powerful Body of Christ. • Self less is a call to action; it begins with you and me • The Self less individual is a powerful individual• Self less men and women will develop into Self less churches• Self less churches will have the explosive growth that they are seeking Cultures change and nations change when we as individuals change. You will not be satisfied with your life as you knew it. You will recognize the lies and the defeat of your previous perspective of your life. You will never return to your self-centered self. YOU won't be there!