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What Makes Love Last a LifetimeNo one marries intending to fail. Each couple that says "I do" hopes for a long and beautiful life together. But as time passes, many drift apart, and some eventually call it quits.But what about the ones who stay the course, who don't just bear through marriage but actually love it? What's their secret?It's simple, really: there is no secret. They follow God's revealed design.In Lasting Love, Alistair Begg unfolds this design. After laying theological foundations, he builds levels of application, showing how God's blueprint makes marriages sturdy and vibrant.Ideal for both those considering marriage and those already married, Lasting Love is a comprehensive book on the essentials of a great and godly union, such as: ¿ What the Bible says about marriage vows, gender roles, and parenting¿ What to look for in a potential spouse¿ How to cure and prevent marital decayHeed the advice of this pastor who has seen too many marriages come and go. Let yours last a lifetime.Includes a study guide for spouse and group discussion to help you put the book's principles to practice.

Calm, connected, and secure--the power of seated livingMany of us live half alive. We compare, compete, self-analyze, and self-promote in our endless, busy pursuit of perfection.Seated with Christ heralds a new kind of living. If it's true what Scripture says, that we are treasured by God and given a place at His table, then all we need to do is to take our seats. Heather Holleman shows us how.Joyfully sharing her journey to seated living, she invites us to walk out on the fight for acceptance, stop comparing ourselves to others, and leap free from cycles of shame. She tells of a confidence that lets us celebrate the seats of others and be perfectly content with our own.Take your seat and live--simply, freely, fully--because of Jesus, for Jesus, and in the love of Jesus. Quit trying: be free."This book will teach you how to live a life that matters. Instead of working harder, you will be creating margin that opens extraordinary opportunity. Do not miss this book!"--Carol Kent, speaker and author of Unquenchable: Grow a Wildfire Faith that Will Endure Anything

"Perhaps that's the greatest reason why He calls us to dangerous places: so that we will know His astonishing, sacrificial, life-restoring love."Weaving together Scripture, her story, and the testimonies of others, Kate McCord explores what is lost and what is gained when we follow God at any cost. She writes for those who go and those who love them, since love shares in suffering. Written with the weight of glory in the shadow of loss, Why God Calls Us to Dangerous Places will inspire Christians to count the cost--and pay it--and so come closer to the heart of God.Kate McCord's talk is born of a faithful walk. She makes a compelling case for followers of Christ entering dangerous places with abandon. She offers comfort for those who send and courage for those who go. Her understanding is no dry and dusty theological system divorced from life. This book will disturb, enlighten, and inspire you to follow Christ wherever He leads.--Charles W. Beckett, father of Cheryl, a 21st-century martyr

GOOD INTENTIONS ARE NOT ENOUGHPoverty is extremely complex. So is poverty alleviation. When low-income people seek help, they usually need more than just material goods; they need lasting change. This book helps you address both.WHEN A LOW-INCOME PERSON ASKS YOUR CHURCH FOR HELP, WHAT DO YOU DO?From the authors of When Helping Hurts, this practical toolkit contains principles for poverty alleviation in the local church context. With resources, tools, and scenarios to help you apply the book, it is an all-in-one guide to the critical parts of achieving lasting change: Seeing the individual, systemic, and spiritual roots of povertyResponding to immediate needs while pursuing long-term solutionsMobilizing your church to walk humbly with low-income peopleDesigned especially for groups directly engaged with people seeking financial assistance, Helping Without Hurting in Church Benevolence will help teams, individuals, and even parachurch ministries tangibly demonstrate the love of Christ.

Can you trust the Bible?Many answer this question with a staunch "No!" Critics increasingly attempt to poke holes in the authority of Scripture and deflate faith among believers. But ask Dr. Erwin Lutzer if you can trust the Bible, and he'll give a resounding "Yes!"In this accompanying study guide to his top-selling 7 Reasons Why You Can Trust the Bible, pastor and scholar Erwin W. Lutzer helps you internalize exactly why you can trust God's Word. Through summary questions, discussion points, and personal reflection, you'll become more familiar with: 1. The Bible's claims about itself2. The historical reliability of the Bible3. The prophetic predictions of the Bible4. The claims of Christ concerning Scripture5. The harmony between science and the Bible6. The providence of God in preserving Scripture7. The power of the Bible to change livesLet this guide--ideal for group and individual study--increase your confidence in God's Word.Intended to be used with the 7 Reasons Why You Can Trust the Bible DVD.

"If I might read only one book besides the Bible, I would choose The Christian in Complete Armour." --John Newton" . . . the best thought breeder in our library." --Charles SpurgeonFor generations, Christians have wondered at the uncommon depth and penetrating wisdom of The Christian in Complete Armour. Originally written in the 1600s by Puritan pastor William Gurnall, it is regarded as one of the best Christian books ever composed in the English language.This version, edited into modern English and compiled into 365 readings, offers short yet soul-searching reflections on the power of God in the life of the Christian. For new believers and seasoned ones alike, Daily Readings from The Christian in Complete Armour is packed with truths for spiritual triumph, helping you live mightily in the great strength of God.

WHAT MAKES A COMMUNITY EXTRAORDINARY?When people live in community moved by the gospel and marked by the Spirit, great things happen. They commit to one another. They grieve together, sing together, eat, pray, and play together. They love, serve, honor, encourage, and provide for each other gladly. And they live on mission together.Hearts are healed, walls come down, and outsiders come in. No competition. No pretense. No vain conceit. Just full hearts breaking bread and giving freely.It is nothing short of amazing.Most of us live in a shadow of what God intended for us. Life in Community calls us into the light. Reclaiming Scripture's stunning vision of gospel-centered community, it inspires us to live in love unbounded. Read it, live it, and join the movement. Help unleash the power of extraordinary community.

Can you trust the Bible?Many answer this question with a staunch "No!" Critics increasingly attempt to poke holes in the authority of Scripture and deflate faith among believers. But ask Dr. Erwin Lutzer if you can trust the Bible, and he'll give a resounding "Yes!"In this revised and expanded edition of his top-selling 7 Reasons Why You Can Trust the Bible, Dr. Lutzer offers seven foundational arguments for the reliability of Scripture. In clear, easy-to-follow language, he explores: 1. The Bible's claims about itself2. The historical reliability of the Bible3. The prophetic predictions of the Bible4. The claims of Christ concerning Scripture5. The harmony between science and the Bible6. The providence of God in preserving Scripture7. The power of the Bible to change livesIn the court of Truth, the Holy Spirit testifies to the authority of Scripture, and all the evidence lines up. Read 7 Reasons and let your confidence in God's Word increase.Dig deeper with the 7 Reasons Why You Can Trust the Bible DVD and Study Guide.

Is anxiety "un-Christian"?Many Christians believe the answer to this question is yes! Understandably, then, many Christians feel shame when they are anxious. They especially feel this shame when well-intentioned fellow believers dismiss or devalue anxiety with Christian platitudes and Bible verses.Rhett Smith helps us understand anxiety in a new way. Rhett argues that, rather than being destructive or shameful, anxiety can be a catalyst for our spiritual growth. Using biblical thinking and personal examples, Rhett explains how anxiety allows us to face our resistance and fears, understand where those fears come from, and then make intentional decisions about issues such as career, marriage, money, and our spiritual lives.Allow this book to challenge your view of anxiety, and allow God to use your anxiety for good.

When we reflect on how we lived for Christ, we might weep on the other side of the celestial gates.To their own detriment, many Christians have emptied the judgment seat of Christ of its meaning, living like they will never meet His knowing gaze. For this they may have tears in heaven.In this provocative book, Dr. Erwin Lutzer argues that remorse in heaven awaits those who don't live fully for God on earth. Exploring the often-overlooked Scriptures about reward and judgment for Christians, Dr. Lutzer answers questions like: How will believers be judged?Do rewards for faithfulness vary?If heaven is perfect, why do rewards even matter?His answers are immensely practical. Your Eternal Reward will prompt you to live more faithfully, whether in your conduct, your speech, or even your use of money, that you might enjoy heaven all the more.What is sown on earth is reaped in heaven, and Dr. Lutzer will have you taking this truth seriously.

"It is the best treatment of the person and work of the enemy I have ever read."--R. C. Sproul, from the foreword to God's DevilMany Christians are oblivious to the devil and his schemes. Others look for him everywhere. All need to hear what God's Devil has to say: that the devil roams about, but on God's leash.In this accompanying study guide to God's Devil, pastor and scholar Erwin W. Lutzer helps you internalize his message through summary questions, discussion points, and personal reflection. The ten study chapters will: Teach you about Satan and his role in God's plan for the worldGive you confidence in God's eternal victory over SatanEquip you to withstand Satan's schemesPerfect for individual or group study, this guide will comfort and strengthen you in your Christian walk as you learn of God's sovereign power over Satan.Intended to be used with the God's Devil DVD.

"It is the best treatment of the person and work of the enemy I have ever read."--R. C. Sproul, from the forewordMany Christians are oblivious to the devil and his schemes. Others look for him everywhere. All need to hear what God's Devil has to say: that the devil roams about, but on God's leash.In God's Devil, Erwin W. Lutzer takes us to those corners of Scripture we rarely consider. With surprising insights and potent quotes at every turn, God's Devil will: Teach you about Satan and his role in God's plan for the worldGive you confidence in God's eternal victory over SatanEquip you to withstand Satan's schemesMartin Luther once said, "Even the devil is God's devil." So while this book is about Satan, it is even more about God's sovereign power over him. Read it for wisdom, read it for peace, and read it for strength.Dig deeper with the God's Devil DVD and Study Guide.

"Be wrong about social security, be wrong about baseball, be wrong about your career choice, but don t be wrong about where you will spend eternity."How You Can Be Sure You Will Spend Eternity with God it s a big promise, but this short book delivers. It answers a host of questions, such as: Will good deeds help me get into heaven?Who goes to heaven and who doesn t?What role do I have in my own salvation?Can I lose my salvation if I commit a serious sin?Is it wrong to doubt my salvation, and what should I do if I doubt?Dr. Lutzer takes many scriptural teachings and siphons them into clear, cohesive truths. The result is a concise, accessible book about how to be saved and be sure you are saved. It is straight gospel applicable to the skeptic, newly saved, and long-time believer alike."

Will the church experience the tribulation?While disagreement about the end times may seem trivial, the times themselves are anything but that. God's revelation is to be taken seriously, even the more puzzling parts. Evidence for the Rapture sorts through what has stumped many for centuries: Scripture's teaching on the rapture.In this collection of exegetical essays, professors from leading Bible schools give a biblical and convincing case for a pretribulation rapture. In sound interpretive technique, they incorporate the relevant Scriptures from a number of biblical angles, including: The words of Jesus in the GospelsPaul's teachings in the epistlesProphetic literatureApocalyptic literatureThe redemptive history of IsraelA strong contender in the ongoing end times debate, the doctrine of a pretribulation rapture has remained a fixture in many churches and institutions over the last few hundred years. Evidence for the Rapture is a fresh polish on this long-standing doctrine.

Abstinence isn't about not having sex--it's about waiting to have it right.The pressure to conform to the sexual norms of our culture and to forgo God's plan for purity--His best for you--can be overwhelming. Whether you're committed to abstinence, just hanging in there, or you've already gone too far, you're not alone. This journal, a companion guide to be used as you read the bestselling And the Bride Wore White, provides fun and thought-provoking activities that will help you learn how to: embrace God's grace to live a life of purity;commit to keep God first and stay off the boy-crazy train;determine to save sex for marriage; andbegin the process of healing if sexual sin has broken your heart.So what do you really think about sex? And, more importantly, what does God think? Use this companion guide in your own study, with a small group, or even in a lively overnight retreat. Videos and a leader's guide are available online.

Begin to explore the end.The end is near. While these often sound like words of insane rambling, they can also be a sensible presentation of truth. Acknowledging that what is yet to come is beyond the scope of our wildest projections, pastor and scholar Erwin Lutzer reminds us that we have not been left completely in the dark. There is much we can know.Within this book are ten events we can be certain of, ten events that will change our future forever. You will be encouraged to renew your expectation of the return of the Messiah and, in so doing, be motivated to live pure lives for Him.The King is Coming has been written precisely to aid your own exploration of scriptural prophecies with sound, sensible, balanced perspectives based on the simple meaning of the biblical texts. Saturated with both humility and a sense of urgency, this book not only provides answers for those questioning what comes next, but also empowerment and instruction to live accordingly in the here and now.

If you feel like you're losing your teen to technology, you're not alone.Screen time is rapidly replacing family time, and for teens especially, it is hardwiring the way they connect with their world. In Screens and Teens, Dr. Kathy helps you make sense of all this and empowers you to respond. She exposes the lies that technology can teach your teen, guides you in countering them with biblical truths and helpful practices, and shares success stories of families who have cut back on technology and prioritized each other. Kathy's research, experience, and relatability all come together for an inspiring book, sure to help you be closer with your kids. Grab a pen and get ready to underline, circle, and write "That's so us!" in the margins. Be equipped to keep your family connected.

Over 400,000 sold in the seriesVolume 5"Read to me!" is a popular request parents hear from their children. What could be a better way to fulfill their wish than with a Bible storybook written and illustrated just for kids? This award-winning series, a bestseller since 1982, is available in 5 volumes and draws from both Old and New Testament stories. Each story is followed by simple application questions to teach children that the Bible is not just for long ago times, but for today, too.Volume Five: The Foolish FarmerThe Sheep That Was LostThe People Helper Who Wouldn't HelpTwo Men Who Talked to GodTwo Men and Their Houses

Marriage is God's idea. He planned it. He designed it. And if you follow His blueprint, it will be more rewarding, more loving, more exciting than you ever imagined.In The 10 Commandments of Marriage, Dr. Ed Young shares the "thou shalts" and the "thou shalt nots" of successful relationships--straight from the pages of God's Word. In words that are profound, often humorous, but always biblical, Dr. Young draws from decades of counseling couples to provide 10 commandments for a lifelong marriage that sizzles. God wants your marriage to be nothing short of incredible. And it could begin with this book.According to Beth Moore (bestselling author and speaker), "The 10 Commandments of Marriage not only tells you 'what.' Thankfully, it tells you 'how.' Ed Young has taken the principles of Scripture and has had the courage to test them on the linoleum glued to average life on planet earth."

If you are a follower of Jesus Christ, you belong to a kingdom. You belong to a King. His name is Jesus. Understanding what a kingdom is and how it runs is essential to living a victorious Christian life. Sadly, many believers are still operating under the rule and authority of the kingdom of this world, which Satan dominates. In One Kingdom Under God, Dr. Tony Evans boldly declares the kingdom agenda as he explains the four basic covenantal spheres through which God's kingdom operates: personal, familial, church, and societal. He shows that from beginning to end, the Bible--God's rulebook for life--is focused on one thing: God's glory through advancing His kingdom. It reveals the absolute standard to which all other standards must bow. It's time for us to reclaim our allegiance under the rule and reign of God's dominion by aligning our lives with His Word and His ways.

The Bible is the most influential book in human history. But what are we supposed to do with it in the 21st century? And even more importantly, can it still be trusted as the Word of God?Confusion and doubt about the Bible are becoming as common inside the church as they are in our broader culture. Questions come from all sides: -Is the Bible anti-intellectual?-Has the biblical text been corrupted over the centuries?-Who really chose the books of the Bible and why?-Which interpretation of the Bible is correct?-Are the gospels full of contradictions?There are an unprecedented number of sophisticated attacks on the origin, credibility, and reliability of the Bible today. Secularism has tried to undercut even the possibility of spiritual or moral knowledge. Skepticism toward institutional religion is at an all-time high.Yet, the Bible claims that truth is knowable and God is actively involved in our world.What are we to do?Pray for wisdom. Think clearly. Pick up your Bible. Read through the 11 major challenges presented in these pages. And be ready.

The Minor Prophets is a collection of expositional essays on each of the twelve prophets. Dr. Feinberg's work illuminates the life, times, and major emphases of these men of God. Dr. Feinberg brings to this work an unusual combination of talents and background. He has a thorough knowledge of biblical Hebrew, having trained for the rabbinate. That, combined with his scholarship in New Testament Greek, qualifies him for an expert study of the Scriptures in the original languages. In this work, he carefully presents his own views as well as dissenting views of other biblical scholars. These studies include full treatment of the historical and cultural settings of each of the twelve prophets and their writings.

"The gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God." Those words not only begin Mark's gospel, but they also capture one of its most important themes--one that continues throughout the final eight chapters beginning with the transfiguration and culminating with the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Nothing is more important than this central focus of Mark's gospel because nothing is more necessary than knowing the truth about Jesus.Join John MacArthur as he explains each verse in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical.

"Toxic organizations are rife with conflict, fear and anger. The environment causes people to have physiological responses as if they're in a fight-or-flight situation. Healthy people become ill. Colds, flu and stress-related illnesses such as heart attacks are more common." -Annie McKee (author, consultant)Many employees experience the reality of bullying bosses, poisonous people, and soul-crushing cultures on a daily basis. Rising Above a Toxic Workplace tells authentic stories from today's workers who share how they cope, change--or quit. Insightfully illustrating from these accounts, authors Gary Chapman, Paul White, and Harold Myra blend their combined experiences in ministry and business to deliver hope and practical guidance to those who find themselves in an unhealthy work environment. Includes a Survival Guide and Toolkit full of strategies and realistic insights.

"Not only are Peterman and Schmutzer skilled interpreters of the Bible, they also show that they understand our human condition. If you want fresh biblical insight on suffering, read this compelling and intelligent book." --Tremper Longman III, PhD, Robert H. Gundry Professor of Biblical Studies, Westmont College"A remarkable book! Scholarly, yet engaging and easily understandable for a layperson."--Heather Davediuk Gingrich, PhD, Professor of Counseling, Denver Seminary"The authors arrive at daring conclusions . . . all formulated from a synthesis of the biblical evidence in its totality."--Robert B. Chisholm Jr., PhD, Dallas Theological Seminary". . . fills an important niche by providing a clear and nuanced presentation of what Scripture says about pain and suffering."--Paul D. Wegner, PhD, Golden Gate Baptist Theological SeminaryIn this substantive work, two professors journey boldly to the heart of biblical suffering. With texture from personal experience and even clinical research, their honest and detailed portrait of human life challenges our assumptions about pain, emotion, and God himself. Exploring the reality of evil and the irony of weakness, Between Pain and Grace will prepare you to suffer with wisdom, maturity, and appropriate action, and to help others do the same.

Top-level scholarship on an enduring traditionDispensationalism has long been associated with a careful, trustworthy interpretation of Scripture. Reflective of its past and present status and strategic to its future, Dispensationalism and the History of Redemption is a fresh defense of a time-tested tradition.Made up of ten essays from leading dispensationalist scholars, this volume covers the critical elements to know: An introduction to dispensationalism--including its terms and biblical supportThe history and influence of dispensationalism--from its roots in John Nelson Darby to its global reach through missionsThe hermeneutic of dispensationalism--the interpretive principles behind the systemDispensationalism and redemptive history--the story of salvation traced through the Old and New Testaments, including their unity and diversity in relation to ChristDispensationalism and covenant theology--a comparison and contrast between two main evangelical perspectives on Scripture's unityWith contributors from top-tier schools like Dallas Theological Seminary and Wheaton College, Dispensationalism and the History of Redemption is an expert treatment of an enduring yet developing tradition.

"Fundamentos de la fees el resultado de creer que la esencia del¿cristianismo es la verdad: la verdad acerca de Dios, la verdad¿acerca del hombre y la verdad acerca de Cristo."--John MacArthurDesea doctrina y teología sólidas como una roca para usted y su iglesia? Quiere que los nuevos creyentes comiencen a crecer espiritualmente? Anhela ver a más cristianos maduros equipados para el evangelismo y el discipulado? Desea que su iglesia experimente la unidad basada en un entendimiento común de la verdad de Dios?¡Entonces, Fundamentos de la Fe es para usted! Esta guía del líder es fácil de usar, es un recurso para guiar a los creyentes de todas las etapas, y ha sido elaborada a través de décadas de refinamiento por los ancianos, maestros, y pastores de Grace Community Church. Este material fundamental ha sido enseñado y probado en el aula bajo el liderazgo de John MacArthur, y ha demostrado su eficacia a través de las vidas que ha influenciado.En 13 lecciones tratará estas verdades fundamentales que todos los creyentes deben comprender: ¿ Introducción a la Bibliä¿¿ Cómo conocer la Biblia¿¿¿ Dios: Su carácter y atributos¿¿¿ La persona de Jesucristo¿¿¿ La obra de Cristo¿¿¿ La salvación¿¿¿ La persona y el ministerio del Espíritu Santo¿¿¿ La oración y el creyente¿¿¿ La Iglesia: comunión y adoración¿¿¿ Los dones espirituales¿¿¿ La evangelización y el creyente¿¿¿ La obedienciä¿¿ La voluntad y la guía de Dios¿¿Cada lección está saturada de herramientas de aprendizaje para ayudar alos estudiantes a profundizar en las Escrituras. Contienen preguntas para debatir, versículos para memorizar y sugerencias de aplicaciones prácticas en su propia vida. Además encontrará guías para ayudarle a facilitar el diálogo satisfactoriamente en sus sesiones de grupo.Fundamentos de la Fe es el fruto de muchos años de preparación, instrucción, y aplicación. El poder de este emocionante material no está en su formato ni diseño, sino en la Palabra de Dios en la cual está basado."Fundamentos de la Fe ha sido el medio por el cual miles y miles de personas se han¿incorporado a la Iglesia y a la familia de Cristo. También ha ayudado a creyentes a cimentar un fundamento espiritual sólido como una roca."--John MacArthur¿¡Su iglesia puede ser la próxima!

Every Reason to Leave is a personal and detailed story of one couple's marital journey. After almost ten years of marriage, Vicki Rose found herself the single mother of two young children, separated from her husband who was addicted to cocaine, women, and work. Her story is an example of what God can and will do to restore a broken--and seemingly irreparable--marriage. If you're in the black hole of despair, thinking about divorce, and wondering if it's worth the effort to stay married, this book is for you.

Few families are aware of Satans attacks.Fewer know how to withstand them.Is yours ready?Jim Logan used to think spiritual warfare was a radical idea. That was before he realized just how real it was, especially in the lives of families.Moved by this discovery, in a ten-year span he read over 400 books on spiritual warfare and counseled hundreds of families under satanic attack, soon emerging as a spiritual warfare expert.Reclaiming Surrendered Ground represents the insights gained in those years of study and ministry, and it contains the principles he turned to repeatedly in counseling families. Logan will help you and your family: Become alert to the enemy and his tacticsDiscover your areas of vulnerabilityLive freely in Christs victoryDont let the enemy gain ground in your family. Read Reclaiming Surrendered Ground and be equipped for battle.www.biblicalrestorationministries.org

We will never be short on fears. Failure, rejection, sickness, losing a loved one, being alone--the fears we carry are many and heavy. Fear can be a tyrant, a bully we can't hide from. It can paralyze our spirit, damage our relationships, and hinder our faith.Trillia is no stranger to fear. She has known its harsh grip on her life. But she has also known the gentle hand of God, a peace and a faith from the One who conquers fears.In Fear and Faith, Trillia will encourage you as she reflects on Scripture and her own story. She will show you Jesus, who was tempted like you in every way. She will show you the character of God and how it inspires faith. And she will show you real women who have walked the road of fear--or still are--and how they found security in the Lord to be their strength. Whatever your fear, you are not alone, nor are you without hope. You have the One who can replace your fear with faith.