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In this book G.K. Chesterton explains how religion-a blend of philosophy and mythology-satisfies both the human intellect and the spirit, and sets man starkly apart from any other living creature. Addressing evolution, feminism, and cultural relativism within the context of religion, the book also examines religious skepticism. According to Chesterton, the shape of the key is not important. What matters is that it fits the lock and opens the door....
2) Humility
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South African pastor Andrew Murray and his elder brother, John, studied theology at the University of Utrecht. Both were members of the Het Réveil, a religious revival movement that arose in opposition to theistic rationalism. Murray believed that missionary work was "the chief end of the church". Important to this end is the concept of humility, which he discusses in this work. In his preface he writes "In these meditations I have, for more than...
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Based around a series of sermons by Andrew Murray, Absolute Surrender extols the need for 'absolute surrender' to God. Murray provides concrete steps for bringing about such surrender in one's life. He also describes both the fruit of surrendering, e.g. true experience of the Holy Spirit in one's life, and the different 'stages' one goes through on the 'path to Christian liberty'. Thus, anyone not fully experiencing Christian liberty can profit from...
4) In His Steps
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First published in 1896, Charles Monroe Sheldon's "In His Steps" is a classic of Christian literature whose premise centers on the idea of emulating Christ in one's everyday life. The story concerns the lives of the residents of the fictional railroad town of Raymond, located somewhere in the Northeastern United States. When an out of work man, Jack Manning, appeals for help from Reverend Henry Maxwell, pastor of the first church of Raymond, and later...
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For thousands of Christians over the last century, Charles Haddon Spurgeon's Morning and Evening has been a daily devotional guide through life's ups and downs. New generations can once again enjoy Spurgeon's beautiful prose and elegant command of the English language in this completely revised edition. Morning and Evening offers readers the best of Spurgeon's insight and wise counsel on themes that are as relevant to our day as they were in his day....
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HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics.
John Bunyan's much-loved allegory, telling the story of Christian and his journey to the Celestial City.
THE PILGRIM'S PROGRESS, John Bunyan's masterful religious allegory, narrates the journey of an everyman hero, Christian, as he attempts to navigate the trials and tribulations of this world, the City of Destruction, on the path towards paradise, the...
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As valuable as when they were first published a century ago, Torrey's two disciple-making classics-both brimming with practical wisdom-encourage believers to grow in the knowledge and love of God. This book describes varieties of biblical "prayer that availeth much." This book also details seven fruitful methods of inductive Bible study.
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Based on the book of Psalms, Deliver Us addresses difficult and life-harrowing situations, and offers encouragement on how to get through them. In true Michele Howe style, this book includes thirty chapters composed of real-life accounts, "Take-Away Action Thoughts," prayers, and insights for when times are dark.
How does one survive a financial crisis? What hope is there for people living with chronic pain? How can couples cope with marital impasses?...
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This Bible study guide leads women through the spiritual practice of Celebration. It includes 4 separate Bible studies on this topic, and each study includes the following:
• Meditation on selected scripture focusing on a facet of the practice
• Sidebars that feature quotes, insights, or challenges
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• Points to Ponder
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• Exercise for the week
• Takeaway Treasure
• Leader's GuideThis Bible study is standalone...
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Are you dealing with heavy challenges in your life? Here are some "weight-bearing" exercises for a healthy body and soul! Lifestyle coach Howe and orthopedic surgeon Foetisch offer you inspirational wisdom and sound medical tips to help you deal with loss, parenting issues, financial setbacks, illness, and more. A practical guide for contemporary women! 133 pages, softcover from Hendrickson.
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Navigating the Friendship Maze, from beloved author Michele Howe, will help women of all ages make thoughtful, prayerful choices about the friendships they develop and nurture through life. In the Bible, the book of Proverbs makes frequent reference to the invaluable influence of godly individuals upon one's life. In short, we become like those we spend the most time with! Michele's book will help women make wise decisions and cultivate the best friendships...
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In her latest book, Michele Howe teaches us how to hone a grateful, grace-filled heart no matter what our circumstances. When we focus on God's grace and respond with gratitude, we happily discover that supernatural principle of inner joy and contentment-despite whatever life might throw at us. Chapter by chapter, readers will learn how to be thankful, joyful, content, and even happy during life's hardships. This happens when, as children of God,...
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The ServiceMaster Story, written by faith and business expert Albert M. Erisman, examines how the first five leaders of ServiceMaster (a cleaning and restoration service company) managed to develop and give deeper purpose to their employees, while also growing into a financially successful organization.
From 1929 to 2001, ServiceMaster grew from a few people making their living in Chicago to a publicly traded company with revenues of $6 billion, in...
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In Serving as Jesus Served: Practical Ways to Love Others, Michele Howe equips men and women to better understand their calling as God's chosen ones to make a distinct and holy impact in the world. She begins by unpacking what it means to serve God and what this looks like in day-to-day life. Designed to be highly practical, Serving as Jesus Served offers readers specific Bible passages that describe our responsibilities as servants and how to implement...
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Fresh and humorous, packed with inspiring anecdotes and uplifting reminders, Slaying Your Giants is a spiritual survival guide that provides biblical solutions to talking those "giants" that keep you from entering into "a bountiful country-a land flowing with milk and honey." Although these aren't physical battles, they are just as real as the ones Israel eventually fought to enter the Promised Land-problems that look bigger and more powerful than...
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Joyous Faith: The Key to Aging with Resilience is beloved author Michele Howe's newest resource for Christian women. It offers practical advice and spiritual encouragement to Christian women, who are passing through the middle of life.
During the midlife season, women may find themselves feeling unmoored or untethered, and often unsure of what this season of life (and the next) will be like for them. How does one maintain a passion for life? How...
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This Bible study guide leads women through the spiritual practice of Community. It includes 4 separate Bible studies on this topic, and each study includes the following:
• Meditation on selected scripture focusing on a facet of the practice
• Sidebars that feature quotes, insights, or challenges
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• Points to Ponder
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• Exercise for the week
• Takeaway Treasure
• Leader's GuideThis Bible study is standalone...
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Giving Thanks for a Perfectly Imperfect Life dispels the worldly lie that perfection is (1) attainable or (2) desirable. As a recovering perfectionist, Michele Howe can speak from personal experience how damaging and paralyzing spending one's life in pursuit of perfection on any plane is to us spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically. Perfectionists believe they can control their relationships, lives, environments, as well as the people...
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For some, our media-saturated culture points to the decline of Western civilization; for others, it points to the dawn of a bright future. For Nathan Roberts, the mediated landscape is a place to thoughtfully engage with these tensions. This unique memoir, meditative and philosophical, chronicles Nathan's absorption in the vital, inspiring, and often maddening power of media and entertainment. With wry self-effacement and raw honesty, he calls us...
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In Retiring Retirement Rodney Macready doesn't believe retirement is a biblical concept, especially the way it's practiced in today's Western culture, with a sense of entitlement. His aim is to challenge readers to think about retirement and what the Bible has to say in relation to it. He encourages retirees to continue to be productive and contribute to the Kingdom, and challenges us to evaluate our current concept of "retirement" by exploring what...
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