As we walk through dark times in our lives, we all need a way of finding truth in the tempest. Whether we are asking "Why the Tempest?" or struggling when life doesn't make sense, God's Word is sufficient to answer all of our questions. Faythelma Bechtel knows the tempest, but she also knows the One Who calms the storm. After losing two daughters and her husband, Faythelma has clung tighter to her Savior and longs to help others who are struggling to find peace in their own storms. This devotional journal is not meant to be read as a daily plan, and instead offers meditations on Scripture to help for your unique circumstance.
In today's society, many, including Christians, want to be "woke." But has woke become simply another religion, another ploy of Satan's to shred the fabric of Christianity? As woke critical theory seeps through the teachings of the Church, many Christians are being misled by their own spiritual leaders to take part in the newest attempt for their souls.In Woke Religion: Unmasking the False Gospel of Social Justice, Wes Carpenter unashamedly addresses these heretical teachings, calling on those in spiritual authority to deny woke philosophies and cling to the teachings of Scripture.Follow Wes as he takes the reader from the stirrings of woke critical theory in Church history to the teachings that are pervading the Church today.
'Xander,' I said, 'this isn't fair . . . ''Of course not,' he said softly. 'This is war.'The defeat of Cades in the Northern Invasion brought two years of peace to the Rhea Lands, but, on the anniversary of his death, the threat of war returns with an assault on Liane Palace, Elhian's capture, and the mysterious darkening of Queen Alexia's personality. The Zalem cult behind Cades has woken to revenge his death and revive his plans to conquer Targe . . . and to kill the A'zyon Warrior. While Darj prepares the kingdom for battle, Adaliah must solve the riddles of ancient prophecies, lead the search for powerful artifacts, and once again take up her swords in a race to save her family and her kingdom from darkness.
On the night Sigrid, a seventeen-year-old Norse slave, is to accompany her dead master on a fiery longship to Valhalla, the cruel Jarl Ragnar murders her mother. When two fishermen rescue her from her fate in the seas, grief-stricken Sigrid joins them on their mission to warn the Irish of the oncoming Viking raiders. As she continues her journey, her hatred for Jarl Ragnar grows and she secretly vows to destroy him. However, as her new friend Erik teaches her about his God, a surprising power begins to work inside her heart. Yet when Sigrid has the chance to seize vengeance, will sweet revenge or a foreign god free her from despair?
I have no doubt that our Sovereign God will use this updated version of the Confession to reform today's church for His glory, and thus increase our joy in Christ.-Charles R. Moore, Jr.Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church of Paducah, KentuckyThe London Baptist Confession of 1646 is a foundational document for Baptist theology, history, and tradition. Its strong emphasis on biblical doctrine provides a timeless resource for anyone who wants to strengthen and clarify their faith.The London Baptist Confession of 1646 is a resource that can be used in the local church as a statement of faith. It will also serve those looking for a solid doctrinal foundation in the Sunday school, church planting efforts, and church revitalization. The gospel truths offered in this Confession are a vital part of Christian unity and will remain a treasure for generations to come.The London Baptist Confession of 1646: A Modern Version for the Church Today is an updated version that retains the message of the original Confession while the language has been updated for today's modern reader. Readers will especially enjoy the rich imagery of Jesus Christ as prophet, priest, and king.The London Baptist Confession of 1646: A Modern Version for the Church Today draws from the Reformed tradition and offers a clear picture of God's sovereignty in salvation, and its content also focuses on the New Covenant era established by the coming of Christ.EndorsementsFor various reasons - theological, doxological, ecclesiastical and now even legal/political - churches need thorough, historic and orthodox confessions of faith. The London Confession should be the one to which Reformed Baptists look for all of these. Hopefully this modern version will help maintain and enhance its usefulness for a new generation.-Carl TruemanPaul Woolley Professor of Church History, Westminster Theological Seminary, PennsylvaniaWith the help of the Holy Spirit and the faith and love of those before us, the good deposit continues toget passed down from generation to generation. Lord willing, this modern confession will help churches articulate their faith and guard it as others did before them.-Gregory BrownLead Pastor, Handong International Congregation, South KoreaIn the seventeenth century, Baptist churches of Reformed convictions were not afraid to explain their faith for the benefit of fellow-believers and for others. This version of the 1646 confession, changed only in points of expression, will serve the same Christian purpose in the twenty-first century.-David BebbingtonProfessor of History, University of Stirling, ScotlandIn a day and age when compromise and concessions are all too prevalent, a modern rendering of this humble, yet noble, confession is needed more than ever.-Jon J. CardwellPastor of Sovereign Grace Baptist Church, Anniston, AlabamaI am very pleased to endorse this modern version of the London Baptist Confession of 1646. It is greatly needed in our day.-Geoff VolkerPastor, New Covenant Bible Fellowship, Gilbert, ArizonaCreeds and confessions are an essential means to maintain, teach, and transmit the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. Modern saints are certainly enriched by the reprint of this first Particular Baptist Confession.-Pascal DenaultPastor, Evangelical Reformed Baptist Church of Saint-Jérôme, Québec
"Love Him Anyway is an incredible story of love, hope, loss, the strength of a family, and more importantly a Mamma on a mission."-Victoria Arlen, ESPN On Air Personality, Paralympic Gold Medalist, and Transverse Myelitis SurvivorOne night can change everything.Abby Banks put her healthy, happy infant son to sleep, but when she awoke the next morning, she felt as though she was living a nightmare. Her son, Wyatt, was paralyzed. There was no fall, no accident, no warning. A rare autoimmune disease had attacked his spinal cord, and there was no cure.In an instant, all her hopes and dreams for him were wiped away. The life she envisioned for her family was gone, and she was frozen by the fear of a future she never imagined.As Abby struggled to come to grips with her son's devastating diagnosis and difficult rehabilitation, she found true hope in making a simple choice, a choice to love anyway-to love her son, the life she didn't plan, and the God of hope, who is faithful even when the healing doesn't come.In Love Him Anyway, Abby shares her family's journey from heartbreak to triumph and reminds us that hope and joy can be found in life's hardest places.Continued Endorsements:Love Him Anyway is a powerful story with a message of beauty and courage that everyone needs to hear! Abby writes about a very raw and difficult experience in a way that is vulnerable, humbled, and uplifting. It is a gift to be able to peer into the transformative hope of this family's journey, and God's grace and goodness shine through even the most heartbreaking times.-Courtney Westlake, Author of A Different BeautifulI highly recommend Love Him Anyway to anyone who is dealing with any sort of obstacle in life. Wyatt has had to deal with adversity at a very young age but chooses to be happy and live life to the fullest. His story is a triumph of the human spirit and a reminder that life is worth celebrating even in the hard moments.-Eric LeGrand, Former Rutgers University Football Player and Spinal Cord Injury ActivistRejoice in the Lord always. Easy to do when your Christian life is going well. But it is an entirely different undertaking when you wake up one morning and life as you knew it the night before no longer exists. Such is the case in this poignant, thoughtfully written story of a tenacious little boy's strength and courage, the love of his mother, and the beautiful tapestry woven in community during trying times. Heartbreaking yet full of hope and resiliency, Love Him Anyway reminds us all that no suffering is wasted and God uses our most difficult times for His greatest glory.-Heather Gray Blalock, Author of Faith, Hope, Love & DeploymentLove Him Anyway presents a story of love and triumph through the eyes of a mother who has lived an experience that no one can imagine, until it happens to them . . . While terrifying and grim at first glance, Abby Banks is able to tell a story of truth, hope, opportunities, and possibilities of what their family has experienced in this journey and what they look forward to in years to come. With faith and strength and acknowledgment of God as their Higher Power, Abby has created a how-to story of Wyatt's story. It is without reservation that OPAF recommends Love Him Anyway and with pride that the Banks crew has become part of our family.-Robin Burton, Executive Director Orthotic and Prosthetic Activities Foundation
One girl's faith journey from abuse to personal healing and empowerment. All Karrie wants is to fit in, but growing up in an alcoholic and abusive home does not make that easy. Her struggles take up most of her energy, and while her church seems to be aware of the violence in her home life, they are uncertain as to what actions they should take. Karrie has questions about Christ's suffering and how it relates to her suffering which the adults in her life don't seem to understand. When she is removed from the only life she has ever known, she feels as if her life will unravel as she tries to hang on to her Christian faith in the foster care system. Follow Karrie as she undergoes a journey of faith for answers that only a perfect Father can provide.
When children are sold into slavery-what good is Jesus?When wretched disease takes a loved one's life-what good is Jesus?When marriages crumble and jobs disappoint-what good is Jesus?Many know of Jesus, but few actually know Him. The real entity of Jesus has been tainted by how His followers have portrayed His image in their lives. The institution of religion has overtaken the beauty of relationship, and many Christians are walking away with a bitter taste. Faced with declining opportunities, a war-torn globe, and seemingly-insurmountable crises, many millennials are asking the sincere question: what good is Jesus?Pastor Marv Nelson doesn't avoid tough questions; instead, he tackles issues head-on with love and wisdom. Examining sexuality, politics, racial tensions, suffering, and more, Nelson addresses these problems through a relational rather than religious approach and shows us just what good Jesus really is.Endorsements for What Good is Jesus?"Years ago there was a season when Christians ran around saying 'Jesus is the answer!' The problem was they weren't really listening to the questions. In his book, What Good is Jesus?, Marv Nelson listens to the questions and then lovingly shows how Jesus really IS the answer. Thank you Marv. This book will point many toward The Answer!"Dr. Ron WalbornDean of Alliance Theological Seminary"A fresh voice with a humble heart takes us on a journey of discovery. Marv asks us to reconsider Jesus and what He may mean to us in this day and this culture. I loved Marv's personal stories and his ability to help us see the potential connection of Jesus' story to our own story."Len Kageler, Ph.D.Author of Youth Ministry in a Multifaith Society"Marv has been effectively working with and serving the millennial generation for years. And as a millennial himself, he has great insight into this generation. His goal in life is to live so authentically and vulnerably that his life truly demonstrates how God works in and through people."Kent JulianFounder of Liveitforward.com"In his second book, Marv Nelson writes from his passion both to see Jesus be real to people and believers real with one another. Marv candidly shares his own journey out of legalism to his desire to see the Church be real and authentic while working to bring positive change to humanity. Marv is not afraid to tackle subjects most authors and preachers avoid -religion, homosexuality in the church, and diversity, just to name a few. You will want to take your time going through this work, for it is not meant to entertain but to challenge you to not do church, or go to church, but to be the church!"Dr. John StankoAuthor of A Daily Dose of Proverbs"In What Good is Jesus?, Marv Nelson creates a necessary conversation that we need to be having with millennials in our churches. With bold transparency, Marv explores the beauty of who Jesus is while addressing cultural challenges for young and old alike. I'm thankful for this book personally and believe it will have a significant impact on our churches in the U.S."Tim MeierDirector of Sites for Envision
"Zack has no idea that he is trapped. For twelve years he has lived in a safe society that has cut itself off from the rest of the planet. A century before Zack was born his community secluded itself by building a thirty-foot wall of mortar and stone. No windows or doors led to the outside world. No one entered; no one exited.
"Kansas City Center-Comanche eight-five-four-six-papa-we have an emergency." With these words, David F. Osborne alerted air traffic controllers his plane and passengers were in serious danger. What began as a normal business trip home from North Dakota turned, without warning, from tranquility to turmoil. In the darkness of night, the once-powerful, single engine, Piper Comanche 260 airplane began experiencing catastrophic engine failure. Within seconds, the previously well-tuned aircraft was shaking violently putting the plane in a rapid descent while the cockpit was quickly filling with thick smoke. With an emergency crash landing now imminent, the gripping realization that the pilot and his passengers faced almost certain death had become undeniable reality. Five Minutes to Impact is a true story of overcoming fear in the face of unexpected crisis, understanding the providence of God in the dealings of man, and renewing our faith in His divine plan for our lives.
Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.Twenty years ago, Aniston Kline learned that childhood rhyme wasn't true after being bullied in junior high. Now a newspaper reporter, Aniston returns to her hometown-a place she thought she would never return to-prepared to write an article about a boy's story that echoes her past. Aniston wants nothing more than to slip in and out of Savanna Shores unseen and unrecognized by anyone who might still remember her; however, a brutal snowstorm ushers her into town and leaves her stranded in a snowstorm with her high school crush, Arjay.Arjay Mason was once the handsome quarterback of the high school football team. Now a police officer in Savanna Shores, he has yet to find lasting love. He realizes he already missed one opportunity with Aniston and doesn't want her to leave again-but how could she stay in a town that once caused her pain?As Aniston faces her own demons from her past and sifts through old emotions with Arjay, the fate of a teenage girl named Maddie becomes intricately intertwined with the two adults' to reveal a much grander plan for everyone involved. While it seemed like it was just coincidence that brought together Aniston and Arjay, the two begin to understand there's a reason they were brought together again . . .
Baby Jesus is Missing is set in the small town of Reedy River. It is early December and baby Jesus figurines have been mysteriously disappearing from all over town. When Catherine and her younger sister, Susanna Mae, learn of a $500 reward for information leading to the arrest of the person responsible, they begin their careers as detectives. But will they solve the mystery of the baby Jesus thief and collect the reward money or will the danger, heartache, and betrayal they encounter be more than they bargained for? Baby Jesus is Missing chronicles the sometimes humorous, sometimes frightening and ultimately life-changing experience of Catherine and Susanna Mae whose journey will require self-sacrifice, faith, and courage.
"The United States is celebrating forty years since the overturning of Roe v. Wade. In a futuristic world, abortion is no longer legal, and those who once committed the atrocities have done their best to blend into society, hoping that no one will ever know who they once were. Roberta Sheridan has been working as a reporter in the political arena, rubbing shoulders with the political elite of Washington, D.C. But when "citizen reporter" Michael Chan approaches her with a story that could change the current political climate in an election year, will Roberta believe him? If his sources prove to be true, Michael Chan's online newspaper will finally be recognized as legitimate news, and Roberta's career will be on the fast-track. But are the sources reliable? And what will be the ultimate cost if they are?"--
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