Nine devotional expositions on the way of salvation as stated in Scripture. "God has not put the treasure into the earthen vessel merely for the vessel's own sake, but that the treasure may afterwards be poured out from it, that others may thereby be enriched." Charles Haddon Spurgeon's remarks well illustrate his strong belief in passing on to others wh… Read more…
Ten-year-old Jake struggles to understand his grandma’s death. But as he spends two weeks at his grandfather’s home, he is able to receive answers to his questions about Heaven. As Jake and Grandpa fish, watch the stars, and take long walks, Grandpa shares what the Bible says about the reality and beauty of Heaven. As Jake learns the truth about Heave… Read more…
The lives of Augustine, Luther, and Calvin reveal the glory and grace of our perfect God in the imperfect lives of his faithful servants. We admire these men for their greatness, but the truth is Augustine grappled with sexual passions. Martin Luther struggled to control his tongue. John Calvin fought the battle of faith with worldly weapons. Yet each … Read more…
An excerpt from Prayer 101: Learning to Talk with God, an eBook by Don M. Aycock, "Honesty in Prayer" looks "at the matter of honesty toward God in prayer." Taking the prophet Jeremiah as an example, Don Aycock reveals many truths about prayer, chief of which is that prayer is radical honesty. God wants to hear everything, even what we think would make H… Read more…
An Introduction to the New Testament focuses on "special introduction" that is historical questions dealing with authorship, date, sources, purpose, destination, and so forth. This approach stands in contrast to recent texts that concentrate more on literary form, rhetorical criticism, and historical parallels—topics the authors don’t minimize, but inste… Read more…
Whether a student in seminary or an avid reader of the Bible, An Old Testament Theology gives you a detailed, theological approach to the Old Testament. With a chronological narrative, Bruce Waltke employs a thorough understanding of the Hebrew language, a profound critical analysis of the text, and a rich contextual history of the Hebrew nation to bring yo… Read more…
The ebook The Power of the Spirit by William Law details the power and work of the Holy Spirit. Law provides a concise yet instructive and challenging exposition of the Holy Spirit. Andrew Murray claimed, ”In all my reading I have never found anyone who has so helped me in understanding the Scripture truth of the work of the Holy Spirit.” Christians… Read more…
The prayer life of John Hyde ranks in the same category as other great intercessors of the Christian faith: men like Andrew Murray, Rees Howells, George Mueller and Charles Finney who poured out their hearts in prayer to God. A true prayer warrior, Hyde's prayer flowed out of a deep conviction that God heard him, and we have much we can learn from such a m… Read more…
Samuel, the last judge of Israel, presided over the reign of Saul and the anointing of David. F.B. Meyer recounts, in his matchless prose, the life of Samuel. Samuel: The Prophet is no ordinary biography. Meyer pulls from all over the Old and New Testaments to provide a brilliant picture of Samuel's life and extract the applications of Samuel's experiences… Read more…
“Do you wish you were a better prayer?” Pose this question to any believer and the answer would likely be a resounding “yes!” While a strong prayer life is the desire of many believers, the reality is often difficult to come by. In Prayer Coach, James L. Nicodem begins with a frank discussion about the obstacles of prayer and then offers pract… Read more…
Can business activity in itself be morally good and pleasing to God? Sometimes business can seem so shady—manipulating the “bottom line,” deceiving the consumer, or gaining promotions because of whom you know. But Wayne Grudem introduces a novel concept: business itself glorifies God when it is conducted in a way that imitates God’s character and … Read more…
Cappuccino with Colossians, a Coffee Cup Bible Study, contains a Monday through Friday Bible study, complete with the Biblical Text in the NET Bible translation, questions and application-oriented devotionals for lighter weekend reading. You will encounter in the humble Son the God who created all things and through whom all things hold together—from the v… Read more…
The Reformation swept across Europe with a God-glorifying gospel of grace. Now the doctrine of grace cherished and proclaimed by the Reformers is under renewed assault from an unexpected place—the evangelical church itself. With the help of several theologians, Gary L. W. Johnson and Guy P. Waters trace the background and development of two seemingly di… Read more…
The Small Catechism of Martin Luther (popularly known as Luther's Little Instruction Book) was written in 1592 as a resource for fathers to utilize for the purpose of better instructing their children and household members. Luther's primary purpose in penning this catechism was to clear up confusion on points of faith that had been occurring in Germany due t… Read more…
This product is a free sample that introduces the concept of intelligent design explored fully in the premium title Intelligent Design: A New Look at Evidence on Origins. Intelligent Design: A New Look at Evidence on Origins, by Dr. Wayne House, offers an overview of the theory of intelligent design. From the introduction: Intelligent Design… Read more…
Contending For Our All, an eBook by John Piper, details the lives of three faithful Christians: Athanasius, John Owen and J. Gresham Machen. Athanasius devoted his life to defending the deity of Christ against the Arian heresy prevalent in the Roman Empire. John Owen focused his life on battling the errors that belittled Christ and uplifted Christ… Read more…
The inspiration for If came from Amy Carmichael's experience with a young fellow worker who had "lost the way of Love." This experience kept her up all night, pondering the question of "What do I know of Calvary's Love?" Then, the "Ifs" came, and the concept and content of this book were born. The "Ifs" are unique and full of meaning - each one forces rea… Read more…
To understand the Bible requires some background knowledge, and that necessary information is the purpose of this readable and well-illustrated book. Taking some of the most popular and well-known phrases of the Bible (as well as some lesser known ones), The New Manners and Customs of the Bible illuminates the background of our Biblical heritage as well as… Read more…
The classic Christian novel In His Steps by Charles M. Sheldon has inspired God's people for over a century. Sheldon's book follows the fictional story of Rev. Henry Maxwell and the First Church of Raymond on their exciting, meaningful, and unforgettable journey to discover how to follow Jesus. The meaning of the phrase "What Would Jesus Do?" becomes pract… Read more…
Abraham, known and revered for his faith, walked before God. His life is a testimony to the power of faith and what faith requires. In Abraham or The Obedience of Faith, F.B. Meyer eloquently tells the story of one of the greatest men in history who lived a life of faith. Abraham's life is a witness to the fact that faith can grow in our lives. As Meyer wr… Read more…
This full-length guide accompanies group members through DVD presentations by John Piper and includes opportunities for reflection, penetrating questions, and five daily assignments per week so that churches, small groups, classrooms, and families may learn to behold and delight in Jesus for who he really is. In 2 Corinthians, the apostle Paul describ… Read more…
Jonathan Aitken’s conversion occurred at a time when he was experiencing the pressures of political life, a public trial, pleading guilty to perjury, being divorced by his wife, going to prison, and returning to “normal” life. Amid all the pressure of those years, he was discipled in such a way that he learned the discipline of daily prayer and kept ex… Read more…
Intelligent Design: A New Look at Evidence on Origins, by Dr. Wayne House, offers an overview of the theory of intelligent design. From the introduction: Intelligent Design (ID) is the theory that the origins of many aspects of nature, including life, and the universe, are best explained by an intelligent cause. It stands in contrast to naturali… Read more…
A season of tradition; A season of wonder; A season of celebration. Capture the joy of the Christmas season through the eyes of Ruth Bell Graham. Stories, poems, recipes, and Graham family photos illustrate the wonders of Christmas and the memories of this special season in the Graham household. Includes some of Ruth's favorite family memories as well as tr… Read more…
John Piper Biographies Collection - John Piper, the well known preacher, has given short sermons on the lives of a number of saints at an annual conference for pastors. These sermons are now available for you to read on your handheld mobile device, free of charge. Get to know the lives of saints through all time, from Augustine to Spurgeon, as only John Pi… Read more…
Gold Cord: The Story of a Fellowship tells the inspirational and faith-building story of the Dohnavur Fellowship in India that dedicated its efforts to save the children of India, rescuing some young girls from terrible lives as temple prostitutes. Amy Carmichael's fierce faith in God to provide for and protect the children she poured her life out for rev… Read more…
In a "post-Christian" society that grows more secular by the day, Christian families find their faith challenged from all sides. Young people are especially vulnerable—researchers find that between 70 and 88% of Christian teens have walked away from the church by their second year in college. Faced with such worrisome statistics, what's a parent to do? … Read more…
You know what you believe, but could you explain it to someone who has strong doubts about Christianity's truth claims? In this survey of the history and fundamentals of apologetics, R. C. Sproul shows how reason and scientific inquiry can be allies in defending the existence of God and the historical truth claims of Jesus Christ. Readers who want a logical,… Read more…
In Prayer in the Lord's Name, and Several Other Points on Prayer Drew covers prayer from the Bible: 1. Prayer in the Lord's Name 2. From Luke: ask, seek and knock 3. From Romans 8: the Spirit helps us 4. From II Chronicles 7:14: "My people...I will hear..." 5. From Matthew 6: The Lord's model prayer - Thy Name, Thy Kingdom, and Thy wil… Read more…
For the student, minister, and layperson alike, Old Testament Commentary Survey makes finding the best Old Testament commentaries easy. In this fourth edition, Longman focuses on the best of established commentaries and commentaries published in recent years. He lists a number of works available for each book of the Old Testament, gives a brief indication… Read more…
A young boy emerges from life-saving surgery with remarkable stories of his visit to heaven. Heaven Is for Real, by Todd Burpo with Lynn Vincent, is the true story of the four-year old son of a small town Nebraska pastor who during emergency surgery slips from consciousness and enters heaven. He survives and begins talking about being able to look down and s… Read more…
W. E. Vine's profound commentaries on the person and work of Christ in one volume. William Edwy Vine, author of the celebrated Expository Dictionary of New Testament Words, was one of the great evangelical Bible scholars of the twentieth century. He brought to all his writings a level of exegetical care and precision that is rare in any age, ensuring his … Read more…
Through vivid description and sound biblical teaching, Franklin Graham and Ross Rhoads make Scripture passages come alive in this devotional, causing the reader to not only hear the Word but to experience it. In a compassionate yet uncompromising approach, All for Jesus offers insights on a variety of topics, including God's will, forgiveness, prayer, the Ho… Read more…
Carolyn Mahaney identifies with the challenges facing women in today’s world and meets them with the guidance of God’s Word. The feminine virtues described in Titus 2 have transformed her life and the lives of countless other women. This book will show you the appeal of being a woman who lives for God and helps others do the same.… Read more…
In Breaking Free, author/speaker Beth Moore embarks on a study of selected passages from the book of Isaiah, drawing several parallels between the captive Israelites and today’s Christians, in order to show how to make freedom in Christ a daily reality. Moore teaches readers to remove obstacles that hinder freedom by identifying spiritual strongholds in th… Read more…
Enjoy Beth Moore's bestseller Breaking Free in a 365-day devotional reading format - Breaking Free Day by Day: A Year of Walking in Liberty . Find satisfaction in God, experience His peace, and enjoy His presence each day as you make freedom in Christ a daily reality by identifying spiritual strongholds in your life and overcome them through the truth of God… Read more…
Beth Moore's Praying God’s Word is the perennial favorite Scripture-prayer resource designed to help us decisively overcome specific strongholds: pride, idolatry, addiction, loss, depression, unbelief, temptation, and more. No matter how overwhelmed or out of control a person may feel today, Beth boldly reminds us that nothing is bigger or more powerful… Read more…
Perhaps one of the biggest issues all women face is their own insecurity. Beth Moore, one of today’s most admired and trusted Christian writers, wants women to be free from the insecurity trap. So Long, Insecurity will strike a chord with women everywhere, as Beth speaks truth into the lives of readers, showing them how to deal with their innermost fears, … Read more…
The story of Samson is one of the most exciting and intriguing in the whole of Scripture. As the sub-title suggests, it is a simultaneous insight into his incredible strength and persistent weakness. We marvel at the thrilling accounts of unorthodox battles and awe inspiring demonstrations of physical power. Sadly, we also wonder at his apparent inability to… Read more…
Overview Chains of grace, the story of Peter Jeffery, is an engaging and insightful account of how God took an ordinary man—who had little knowledge of the Bible— and converted him, even though the very day he was converted, he vowed these words: ‘I will never become a Christian!’ Commencing his ministry in Wales, he faced challenges and difficultie… Read more…