The God Who Is There

The God Who Is There
Author: D. A. Carson
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2010-07-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1441213856

It can no longer be assumed that most people--or even most Christians--have a basic understanding of the Bible. Many don't know the difference between the Old and New Testament, and even the more well-known biblical figures are often misunderstood. It is getting harder to talk about Jesus accurately and compellingly because listeners have no proper context with which to understand God's story of redemption. In this basic introduction to faith, D. A. Carson takes seekers, new Christians, and small groups through the big story of Scripture. He helps readers to know what they believe and why they believe it. The companion leader's guide helps evangelistic study groups, small groups, and Sunday school classes make the best use of this book in group settings.

The True Story of the Whole World

The True Story of the Whole World
Author: Michael W. Goheen
Publisher: Brazos Press
Total Pages: 223
Release: 2020-12-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1493427520

This book provides an overview of the grand narrative of the Bible, showing how God's action in the world gives meaning to our lives and provides us with a foundation for our actions. The authors' bestselling textbook, The Drama of Scripture, presented this message for a student audience. It was then abridged and published at a more popular level as The True Story of the Whole World. This revised edition has been further updated and streamlined throughout for church readers and small groups. It includes contemporary reflection sections and discussion questions for individual or group use in each chapter.

God's Favorite Place on Earth

God's Favorite Place on Earth
Author: Frank Viola
Publisher: David C Cook
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2013-05-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1434705587

When He came to earth, Jesus Christ was rejected in every quarter in which He stepped. The Creator was rejected by His own creation. “He came to His own and His own received Him not,” said John. For this reason, Jesus Christ had “no where to lay His head.” There was one exception, however. A little village just outside of Jerusalem named Bethany. Bethany was the only place on earth where Jesus was completely received. God’s Favorite Place on Earth is a retelling of Jesus’ many visits to Bethany and a relaying of the message it holds for us today. Frank Viola presents a beautifully crafted narrative from the viewpoint of Lazarus, one of the people who lived in Bethany with his two sisters. This incomparable story not only brings the Gospel narratives to life, but it addresses the struggle against doubt, discouragement, fear, guilt, rejection, and spiritual apathy that challenges countless Christians today. In profoundly moving prose, God’s Favorite Place on Earth will captivate your heart with its beauty, charm, and depth. In this book you will discover how to live as a “Bethany” in our world today, being set free to love and follow Jesus like never before.

The Big God Story

The Big God Story
Author: Michelle Anthony
Publisher: David C Cook
Total Pages: 37
Release: 2010
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1434702405

"The Bible is packed full of amazing accounts of adventure, excitement, and redemption. A beautiful garden, a great flood, dusty travels through a dry desert, a land flowing with milk and honey, good and bad kings, and a holy baby who came to be the Redeemer. In this fast-paced book, you'll journey from Genesis to Revelation, seeing the many ways God has shown us His love and redemption throughout history!--Cover back.

Living God's Word

Living God's Word
Author: J. Scott Duvall
Publisher: Zondervan Academic
Total Pages: 411
Release: 2012-06-19
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0310491428

How does your personal faith journey relate to the big picture of the Bible? Christians often encounter various Bible passages through unrelated readings, studies, and sermons, making it difficult to grasp the progression of Scripture as a whole. Living God's Word surveys the entire Bible through broad themes that trace the progression of God's redemptive plan, focusing on how each portion of Scripture fits into the overarching narrative. Once you see the Bible as a Great Story, you'll begin to see how your own life fits into what God has done and is doing in the world. Each section of Living God's Word deals with a section of Scripture and includes: Reading and listening preparation An explanation A summary Observations about theological significance Connections to the Great Story Written assignments for further study Living God's Word is ideal for introductory college courses, adult Sunday school classes, small groups, or anyone who wants to understand how their life fits into the story of the Bible, enabling them to live faithfully in deep and important ways.

Discovering God's Story

Discovering God's Story
Author: Standard Publishing
Publisher: Standard Pub
Total Pages: 223
Release: 2010
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780784723982

The Bible appears to be a book of many great stories, but it is actually one story--the divinely woven account of God's plan for humankind. "Discovering God's Story" is an approachable, illustrated Bible handbook written in chronological order.

God's Story

God's Story
Author: Anne Graham Lotz
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
Total Pages: 433
Release: 2009-04-27
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1418555010

God has told us His story. Do we know it? Anne Graham Lotz leads you through the first eleven chapters of Genesis, unlocking hidden messages in the familiar stories of Creation, Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, Noah and the ark, the Tower of Babel, and others. She thoughtfully illuminates each moment of Creation with inspiring insights and probing reflections to better reveal God, the Creator of us all. In God's Story you will thrill to the beauty, majesty, and tenderness of God's personal involvement in creating the world, and you will come to recognize the Creator's infinite power at work in your life as well.

8 Habits for Growth

8 Habits for Growth
Author: Darryl Dash
Publisher: Moody Publishers
Total Pages: 262
Release: 2021-08-03
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0802499740

Don’t just do the right actions. Build habits—and watch your life be transformed. Many books try to help you do the right actions. But the real key to life transformation—for yourself and then for others—is building habits that become part of your life. Because habits don’t just dictate what you do. They reflect who you are. In 8 Habits for Growth, Darryl Dash wants to show you the eight long-term practices—all very doable—that will lead to permanent growth if you incorporate them into your life. You’ll learn why it’s important to: Make time Rest Read or listen to the Bible Pray Pursue worship and community in a church Care for your body Simplify your spiritual life Build a rule of life Personal growth doesn’t happen overnight. But it does happen, slowly, as you build God’s habits into your life. So what are you waiting for? Start your new habits today and let God transform who you are . . . and who you can become.

Starting Point

Starting Point
Author: Andy Stanley
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2008-12-09
Genre:
ISBN: 031028676X

"Starting Point" takes readers on a journey of discovering the broad arch of God's story and where they fit into the narrative. This Bible study program is for those who are new to the Christian faith, simply curious about it, or reexamining it after time away from church.

Any Time, Any Place, Any Prayer

Any Time, Any Place, Any Prayer
Author: Laura Wifler
Publisher: Tales That Tell the Truth
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2021-09
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781784986605

Teach kids how to pray with this beautifully illustrated Bible storybook.