Wonderful story of healing, love for God and perserverance.In 2004, Kevin Malarkey and his six-year-old son, Alex, suffered an horrific car accident. The impact from the crash paralyzed Alex—and medically speaking, it was unlikely that he could survive. “I think Alex has gone to be with Jesus,” a friend told the stricken dad. But two months later, Alex awoke from a coma with an incredible story to share. Of events at the accident scene and in the hospital while he was unconscious. Of the angels that took him through the gates of heaven itself. Of the unearthly music that sounded just terrible to a six-year-old. And, most amazing of all . . . Of meeting and talking to Jesus. The Boy Who Came Back from Heaven is the true story of an ordinary boy’s most extraordinary journey. As you see heaven and earth through Alex’s eyes, you’ll come away with new insights on miracles, life beyond this world, and the power of a father’s love.
We live in a culture where the beliefs and preferences of the individual are given final authority. Paul's firm commitment to the church as "the pillar and foundation of the truth" stands against the current. His letters to Timothy and Titus call us to reestablish the core beliefs of Christianity and affirm our convictions about the gospel. Paul's priority in these letters is to make sure that the truth of the gospel is faithfully guarded and delivered to the next generation. Through these studies, we will be challenged to carry on the battle, armed with the truth of the gospel. John Stott is one of the world's leading and most loved Bible teachers and preachers. In this guide you can explore Scripture under his guidance, enhancing your own in-depth study with insights gained from his years of immersion in God's Word.This is the book we just finished studying in Sunday School. It was a very good study on the roles of Christians at home, in the church, & in the world. I just located the Revelation study this author did & referred it to our teacher since that's what we voted to study next.
This interactive workbook leads you into the fascinating world of inductive Bible study where God Himself becomes your teacher. Your Bible reading will never be the same as you learn one concept a day of how to study. This is a very practical, hands-on, learn-by-doing book, perfect for either individuals or small groups. Bible text and space to write insights are included. Readers need only a pen, a few colored pencils . . . and a prayerful heart to complete each study and experience the Bible's life-changing power. New Discussion Questions added in the back.
You are Invited to a Dinner with Jesus of Nazareth
As usual, I loved this study of Beth's & am sad to see it end. I can't wait to see what she comes out with next! Rating: 5God will never give up on you. Explore how David's life proves this promise to be true in this updated edition of the best selling bible study.
In this examination of the “man after God's own heart,” David will delight and disappoint you. You'll want to be just like him at times and nothing like him at others.
If you've ever experienced doubts, temptations, losses, family problems, or personal inconsistencies, this study is for you!
Here's a concise, easy-to-use Bible reference book especially for students of all ages who seek to learn more about the Bible and its times. The Student Bible Dictionary features definitions and explanations of hundreds of Bible words, names, places, and concepts. Scores of full color charts, maps, photographs, and illustrations help to clarify the text, and add visual appeal. Special color coding, meanwhile, adds special emphasis to important topics-which feature additional information geared toward the student reader. From AARON (AIRn). Older brother of and early spokesman for Moses (Ex. 4:14-16). Became Israel's first high priest. The Aaronic priesthood (priests of the tribe of Levi) was named for him (ex. 28:1; 29; Lev. 8; Num. 18) to ZIPPORAH (zip POH ruh). Wife of Moses and daughter Jethro, also called Reuel, priest of Midian (ex. 2:16-21; 3:1)the Student Bible Dictionary is a whole library of accessible, useful information!
Lisa Whelchel understands the challenges of being a mom. Juggling three active kids, home schooling, sports, dance, devotional time, building a house, church, youth retreats, friendships, extended families, "relaxing" vacations, business travel, conference speaking, book-writing and a happy marriage brings joy and stress to her days. Now Lisa offers mommies a respite in their own domestic chaos. "Speaking Mom-ese" will hit home with all Christian moms trying to juggle the toughest job ever created. By sharing hilarious tales from Lisa's own life and the lessons God has shown her along the way, moms will find encouragement, understanding and a few moments of peace.
Have you ever been pleasantly surprised by relationships you would never have chosen for yourself but with people who ended up having a positive impact on your life? After making a list of people I wanted to meet, people I admired for one reason or another, I've been inspired, encouraged, and deeply touched by others not on my list. Looking back, I realize they may have been placed in my path by God for a heavenly purpose. I encourage you to open your heard to God's Guest List for you, to the very special people God intends for you to meet, people who will enrich your life in unexpected ways. -- Debbie Macomber
Born Twice, Died Twice is a book of hope. I lived through what should have been a fatal motorcycle wreck in 2002. I broke 27 bones, dislocated joints, and was cut from head to toe. A nurse was the first person to arrive at the scene and she found me dead. She brought me back to life twice. This book is a story about how God wrought many miracles in my life before, during, and after the wreck, and how He continues to work in and through my life today.
If you or a loved one, friend, or co-worker are going through any kind of trial or testing in your life, this book is a must read. I promise, it will bring you comfort and hope. May God richly bless your life. — Phil Proctor
Here's the plan I'm using to read it in chronological order. I'll mark my progress here weekly. 
Kay Arthur teaches from basically, the entire book of Hebrews! Hebrews is both an example of God's faithfulness and a challenge to believers to be faithful in difficult times.
Priscilla Shirer teaches from Ephesians on God's abundance. A fundamental basis for every believer is the absolute reality that God can do whatever He chooses to do. God's ability empowers our faithfulness.
Beth Moore teaches on the topic of discernment. In these difficult days it is absolutely essential that we learn to trust the Holy Spirit to enable us to determine what is true and what is false.
Beth Moore leads you through a study of the Scriptures to discover the transforming power of freedom in Jesus Christ. Themes for this study come from Isaiah, a book about the captivity of God's children, the faithfulness of God, and the road to freedom.Another great one, I just love her studies!
This in-depth women's Bible study draws parallels between the captive Israelites of the Old Testament and New Testament believers in Jesus as the Promised Messiah. Beth looks at the Book of Isaiah through the lives of the kings who ruled during the prophet's ministry. These kings exemplify many of the obstacles to freedom with which we must deal. Using Scripture to help identify spiritual strongholds in your life, no matter how big or small, Beth explains that anything that hinders us from the benefits of knowing God is bondage.
God intends for you to know and believe Him, glorify Him, experience His peace, and enjoy His presence. Breaking Free is Beth's life message that she wants to share with you. Taped live at Franklin Avenue Baptist Church in New Orleans, this study includes testimonies of how women like you have found freedom and have been delivered from personal captivity.
My mission is to read the NT by the end of the year. Here's the plan I'm using to read it in chronological order. I'll mark my progress here as I remember.
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I didn't complete this challenge again.
My daughter is participating in the Path to Purity ceremony at church this week.For more Wordless Wed posts, go to 5 Minutes for Mom!
I'll be at Vacation Bible School this week
trying to teach rambunctious kids about Jesus.
Pray for me!
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We'd done it! We'd taken a mismatched, diverse group of women and cobbled together a prayer group that really worked for all of us. Now that spring was here, we were celebrating our one-year anniversary—and a wedding, an early parole, and two baptisms in the lake! Everything was feeling pretty great.
But it's when we're in our comfort zone that we're most likely to let our guard down. Without warning, lots of little things seemed to become big problems. With a white supremacy hate group targeting a local university, our very diversity almost became a liability. It took a vicious attack on Nony's husband to make us see that we had to get tough—and fight back together.
Oh, there are still plenty of loose ends flapping in our faces; there always will be! But now those verses about the different parts of the Body needing each other—Paul's letter to the Corinthians, I think—really mean something to the Yada Yada prayer warriors.
Loved this book just as much as the others, but now that I have read 2 back-to-back this one made me cry at the end. Or maybe I'm in a different place than when I first started reading this series.
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They thought they had a handle on forgiveness, but it seems God has them on a crash-course to an even deeper level!I've been waiting for this book forever! I finally found it on half.com when I was looking for my new sunday school lesson book. I already have #4 & #6 & Mom has #5 & #7.
After everything the Yada Yadas had been through in the past eight months, I told God I could sure use a little "dull and boring" in the new year! Was that too much to ask? But that was before Leslie "Stu" Stewart moved in upstairs. Ms. Perfect herself and me—Jodi Baxter—living in the same two-flat? A recipe for a collision. Then Delores Enriques' son Jose wanted to throw my Amanda a quinceanera—a coming-out party, Mexican style-and they're only fifteen!
Yo-Yo's still making us squirm with her gut-level honesty ... and what's with this guy courting Avis? Our Avis! I guess I should have realized that with eleven Yada Yada sisters as diverse as a bag of Jelly Bellies, life would always be unpredictable.
At least Bandana Woman, who held up our Yada Yada Prayer Group at knifepoint last fall, was safely locked up in prison ... or so I thought. We visited her, like the Bible says; even sent her something for Christmas. But then she ends up back in our face. I mean, how far is forgiveness supposed to go?
All I know is that the longer we Yada Yadas pray together, the more "real" things are getting, not only with each other but with God. "Dull and boring"? Not a chance.
