Bøger af Lisa Harper

Nothing is more important than making time for conversations about our good, loving, and grace-filled God. This is called theology and it's time we show the world who he is in the posture and shape of our lives.

Dive deeply into the well of the living water that is the condescension of Jesus into our world with two dynamic teachers notorious for their desperate and daily love for Jesus for the Advent season. Hear of and learn about the intimate and glorious truth of Jesus' coming and how it simply changed everything---for us all.

In this twelve-session video Bible study, some of today's best-loved Christian authors and speakers look at the spiritual lessons learned from twelve daring women in the Bible and what they mean for you today.

In the much-anticipated follow-up to the bestselling devotional LIFE, beloved author and Bible teacher Lisa Harper offers her readers JESUS, a devotional journey of unapologetically gawking at, reveling in, and worshipping our incredible Savior--and laughing a lot along the way.

Journey through the biblical stories of the early Christian movement, and see what kind of wild adventures await those who truly believe Jesus.Throughout the book of Acts, believing Jesus and what he said is the core value that marked every believer in the first church. Because they believed Jesus, the early Christians were willing to risk everythingtheir comfort, their homes, even their lives.In this eight-session video Bible study (streaming included), Lisa Harper launches into the book of Acts to discover how Jesus' command to spread the gospel changed the lives of those who believed and shaped the culture that surrounded the growing church. At the end of this journey together, not only will you have studied this wild, adventurous, risk-taking book of the Bible; but you'll see how God supernaturally orchestrated the events in Scripture to bring about the message of salvation that the early believers preached.Today, we are faced with the same risks. Will we truly believe the words of Jesus and allow them to transform every part of our lives?This study guide has everything you need for a full Bible study experience, including:The study guide itselfwith discussion questions, conversation starters, video notes, and a leader's guide.An individual access code to stream all eight video sessions online (you don't need to buy a DVD!).Sessions and video run times:The Declarations that Define Us (21:30) The book of Acts, an extension of Luke's gospelEarth, Wind, and Celestial Fire (19:00) The Holy Spirit's dramatic entranceCheckered Pasts Can Make Incredible Preachers (21:00) The powerful preaching of Peter and PaulWhat's Mine Is Yours (20:00) Finding freedom in freely givingLoving More People, More (16:00) A challenge to welcome everyoneThe Need to Be ReGospeled (19:30) Even Peter and Paul made mistakes along the wayTurning Your World Upside Down (20:00) A closer look at THIS Jesus: the one we're followingBearing the Chain Because (24:00) Anything is worth seeing the gospel suddenly click for someoneWatch on any device!Streaming video access code included. Access code subject to expiration after 12/31/2027. Code may be redeemed only by the recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside.

Bible teacher Lisa Harper exposes the utter humanity and compassion of Jesus shared by Luke. Dive deep into the well of perhaps the most common-man exposition of what a gift Jesus is in this new Beautiful Word Series study.

"Too many people settle for relating to Jesus merely as a comfortable friend and companion, when what we all need is a fearless champion tough enough to conquer our shame and compelling enough for us to follow Him without hesitation."--Back cover

In each of these vignettes illustrating Lisa's overextended life, we learn that even in the middle of our own pure motives and hectic schedules, it is only by resting in God's sovereign mercy that we are able to keep risking our hearts to serve his people and fulfill the callings he has placed on us.

The Book of Hebrews is a rich, dense section of Scripture that can intimidate the most scholarly biblical student. But Lisa Harper makes digging into Hebrews fun and doable, as only she can, without losing an ounce of depth. Hebrews was a sermon for a specific people and culture in the midst of martyrdom and persecution, but is also so relevant for us today, reminding us to continue walking toward Jesus regardless of our culture or our circumstances. Join Lisa as she journeys through this bridge between the Old and New Testaments to get to the heart of the matter: Jesus is our accessible King. He is not a faraway God, but an up-close Redeemer who draws near to us. Hebrews helps women make the connection between God the Father and God the Son and reminds us that Jesus is supreme, but He is also compassionate, empathetic, and loving to no end. (7 sessions)Features: Biblically rooted and gospel-centeredLeader helps (included within the Bible Study Book, features guides to questions and discussion with small groups)Personal study segments in Bible Study Book to complete between group sessions7 group sessions, 6 weeks of personal study materialBenefits: Dig deeper into Scripture as an experienced or new Bible studentUnderstand the depth of Jesus's compassion for humanityCome to make the connection between God the Father and God the SonDiscover a more intimate relationship with an up-close Redeemer

On those days when French fries litter the floor of your minivan, when you think bad words about other drivers, when your smile hides an anxious heart-in those moments when you fall short of all you'd hoped to be-what does God see when He looks at you? In your less-than-lovely moments, God sees a precious daughter in need of His perfect love.In this liberating look at how God adores and transforms imperfect people, Bible teacher Lisa Harper weaves poignant stories of her own personal foibles with a fresh take on selected Psalms to reveal a loving Father who remains your greatest champion even when you don't feel anywhere close to holy.Join Lisa in discovering what happens when we stop trying to hide our inadequacies and doubts and instead trust God with our anger, frustrations, flaws, and regrets. As you accept God's loving invitation to exchange your junk for His joy, you'll find the imperfect pieces of your life shaped into a glorious pattern of divine grace.

A leader of the new generation of progressive evangelicals reclaims her faith from partisan politics, in this debut book in the acclaimed Does Not Equal series.

In this 7-session study, discover the redemptive facet of Job's suffering. Learn to view pain as a way to strengthen your faith, point others to the gospel, and trust in the Lord. Because His providence will never take you to a place where His grace will not sustain you.

In her trademark blend of solid biblical teaching and relatable, humorous wit, Lisa Harper offers LIFE, a devotional that proves the gospel is ready and able to speak to your real-world, real-time, real-life issues, big or small

In her new book, The Sacrament of Happy: Surprised by the Secret of Genuine Joy, Lisa Harper unveils an extravagant, unexpected surprise, declaring that happiness--just plain feeling happy--is a gift from God that you can unashamedly enjoy.

Harper fortifies readers with the power of God's promises and then points the way to the hidden potential in the heart of every woman.For what does a woman's heart yearn? What drives her and feeds her true passions? What is every woman's hope? Lisa Harper uses humor, biblical insight, and real-life experiences to connect with women everywhere as she reveals three of our most basic soul-needsthe yearning to satisfy our desperate need for mercy, the desire to know that our lives are defined by God's grace, and the need to believe, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that we are beloved by God. Harper fortifies readers with the power of God's promises and then points the way to the hidden potential in the heart of every woman. As you step through these pages, you will search your own hungers and desires and discover that a woman's greatest hopes cannot be fulfilled by the ragged offerings of this world; rather, they are pinned to a sacred cross, fulfilled by unbounded mercy, and made sure by the unconditional love of God.

Are you ready to be found? Open the pages of this book, and open your hear to His relentless love.If you are honest enough to admit that you aren't perfect, this book will guide you to a Redeemer whose love for you isn't bound by your behavior. If you need to know that God's love will remain steadfast and trueno matter whatthis book is for you. He is pursuing you at this very moment.

Stumbling Into Grace weaves stories from Lisa's own life with intimate and transformational encounters from the life of Christ. Prayers, reflection questions, and journal prompts help women dig into biblical truths to understand how our Redeemer's compassion, affection, and constancy make every moment not only enjoyable but well worth living!

Are you truly willing to risk everything? In Believing Jesus, Bible teacher and author Lisa Harper retraces the steps of the apostles in the book of Acts, while throwing in a few of her own crazy adventures along the way.