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    • Services For The Lenten Candles

      $23.68

      Just as the Lenten season reminds the Christian of Christ’s journey to the cross, the seven candles and the weekly extinguishing of each one enhances that long, soon-to-be dark journey. When the last candle is extinguished and the darkness seems to be all-consuming, worshipers will feel the darkness of the soul at the time of Christ’s crucifixion.

      Using one or two liturgists, flexible services are provided for every Sunday during the Lenten season as well as Good Friday and Easter Sunday, during which a Paschal candle is lighted.

      The beauty and symbolism of these services will add meaning and dimension to your Lenten worship as the congregation is reminded each Sunday of being one step closer in the journey to the cross.

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    • At The Foot Of The Cross

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      Seven figures who were at the foot of the cross (or might have been there) pour their hearts out to Jesus in these dramatic conversations. Judas opens the series, spiritually wrestling with himself at the cross before taking his own life, pondering what he had done to Jesus. Other characters include the Centurion, Simon of Cyrene, the disciples John and Peter, as well as Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Jesus. An additional monologue for Easter sunrise worship dramatizes the angel at the empty tomb waiting for the women to arrive, reflecting on the week’s events.

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    • Artisans Of The Crucifixion

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      These dramatic monologues offer a unique perspective on Jesus’ crucifixion. Viewed through the eyes of a Blacksmith, Carpenter, Stone Mason, Tanner, and Basket Maker, the presentations introduce the congregation to those who crafted items used in the crucifixion. These monologues are flexible, and few if any props are necessary.

      Use these dramatic monologues for a unique perspective on the events of Jesus’ crucifixion. Viewed through the eyes of a Blacksmith, Carpenter, Stone Mason, Tanner, and Basket Maker, the presentations introduce the congregation to those who crafted the whip, wove the crown of thorns, forged the nails, constructed the cross, and chiseled out the tomb.

      Pastors can present these monologues themselves or assign them to church members. They have the flexibility of being performed very simply or quite elaborately. Few if any props are necessary.

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    • People Vs Judas Iscariot The Punishment Phase

      $14.93

      Written in an easy-to-present format, this captivating five-part series takes place in a courtroom, as attorneys present evidence based upon the Bible and tradition. Witnesses who are “subpoenaed” to testify include Peter, John, and Mary Magdalene.

      The People vs. Judas Iscariot is a captivating five-part series for Lenten worship or group discussion. Detailed worship bulletins with an order of service are provided for each of the five presentations.

      The People vs. Judas Iscariot is written in an easy-to-present format (no memorization required) and includes scripture readings that follow carefully defined themes. The homily takes the shape of a court hearing in which Judas undergoes his punishment phase. Prosecution and defense attorneys attempt to sway the judge and congregation with evidence based upon the Bible and tradition. Various witnesses are “subpoenaed” to testify, including Peter, John, Mary Magdalene, and others.

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    • Preachers Edge

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      The Preacher’s Edge puts to work the basic principles of oratory and persuasive speaking with creative pulpit techniques. It is written to be used by preachers for a revival and renewal of their preaching.

      From this book one can learn how to reach and hold the attention of this “channel surfing” generation of congregational members.

      This book is a celebration and affirmation of the role of preaching as the church moves into the 21st century. Reading it will modify the way in which the preacher delivers his message. And it will improve the attention span of those who hear the Good News in new and exciting ways.

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    • Open My Eyes

      $17.43

      Here are 52 unique messages for relating to children. They can be used by pastors on Sunday morning, by Sunday School teachers, or by mothers and fathers in the home.

      Each Lesson Includes:
      A statement of the purpose
      The item of material used to illustrate the story
      Possible times to use the story at home or church or special occasion
      The scriptural reference or background of the lesson

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    • Turning Points

      $16.18

      In these nine sermons preachers will find brilliant use of story to illustrate the Lenten message. Beringer focuses on different journeys throughout the New Testament and examines the “turning points” recorded there.

      As is stated in the introduction, our Christian faith is a pilgrim faith. The author shows in modern parables how we are called by Christ to be a people on the move with him through time to eternity and the Kingdom of God. He shows that we are travelers on the road of faith, never quite arriving at our destination, but always growing and being transformed by each encounter with the living God.

      Following each sermon is a set of discussion questions based on the preceding sermon and the scripture on which the sermon is based. These questions can be copied into the bulletin to help the congregation follow the sermon, used as small group discussion starters, distributed to worshipers as they leave church or be printed in weekly newsletters to reinforce the message given the previous Sunday.

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    • Turning To Jesus

      $42.00

      Is there only one way to come to know Jesus- one model for conversion? This book addresses the modern problem of “conversion” through a careful, sociologically informed examination of conversion in the Gospels. Jesus’ model of conversion, while realistic, does not conform to any of our popular models of conversion – that is, the socialization model (growth into the faith); the liturgical model; or the personal decision model. This study suggests that elements of all of these models are present within the Gospel accounts and that an informed and enhanced reading of the Gospels should engender appreciation for differences in the contemporary church.

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    • People Called : The Growth Of Community In The Bible

      $65.00

      This study focuses on a very basic theme, the tender art of living together in community. T.S. Elliot posed the question succinctly: “What life have you if you have not life together?” He thereby pointed to a truth verified both by social scientists and by our own practical experience: we receive life, we foster life, and we pass life on within the context of fellow humans. But how varied is the quality of life experienced by different humans, or even by the individual at different stages of life! Any thoughtful sensitive person is deeply aware of the fragile treasure that life is, with remarkable potential for warmth, friendship, joy, creativity, and generosity, yet so frequently threatened or destroyed by anxiety, bitterness, greed, anger, and hostility. The Bible presents a rich pageant of life in community. Its stories, hymns, and proverbs cover the whole range of human feelings and experiences, It gives the story of a people who puzzled through the riddle of life from the midst of life, and came to a conclusion strikingly similar ro Eliot’s: “There is no life that is not community. And no community not lived in praise of God.”

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    • Grandma I Need Your Prayers

      $18.99

      More than 60 million Americans have grandchildren. As more and more baby boomers enter their ranks, there has been increasing interest in books that cater to their needs. But surprisingly little has been written regarding one of their primary concerns: the well being of their grandchildren.

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    • Lamentations : A Bible Commentary For Teaching And Preaching

      $40.00

      The destruction of Jerusalem in 586 B.C., which led to the exile of the people of Israel, drastically changed the community’s life. In the midst of this darkness, the five poems collected as the biblical book of Lamentations emerged as a life-embracing work. This sophisticated yet accessible commentary now makes the message of Lamentations come alive for Christian existence today. The distinctiveness of the Palestinian voice found in these poems is maintained as they bear witness to the horror and pain of human suffering. Yet, beneath the words, a determined will to live emerges and confronts human suffering, probes God and God’s actions, and anticipates a new kind of human community that will arise from Zion, even in the midst of God’s silence.

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    • Life In Biblical Israel

      $70.00

      Stunning color photographs, graphic illustrations, and lively text offer a vivid description of everyday life in ancient Israel. Based on the most up-to-date research, this magnificent volume covers such topics as domestic and work life, cultural expression, and religious practice. An ideal resource for students, scholars, and interested laypeople.

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    • Matthew 14-28 : New Testament Volume 1B

      $79.99

      The Gospel of Matthew stands out as a favorite biblical text among patristic commentators. The patristic commentary tradition on Matthew begins with Origen’s pioneering twenty-five-volume commentary on the First Gospel in the mid-third century. In the Latin-speaking West, where commentaries did not appear until about a century later, the first commentary on Matthew was written by Hilary of Poitiers in the mid-fourth century.

      From that point the First Gospel became one of the texts most frequently commented on in patristic exegesis. Outstanding examples are Jerome’s four-volume commentary and the valuable but anonymous and incomplete Opus imperfectum in Matthaeum. Then there are the Greek catena fragments derived from commentaries by Theodore of Heraclea, Apollinaris of Laodicea, Theodore of Mopsuestia and Cyril of Alexandria.

      The ancient homilies also provide ample comment, including John Chrysostom’s ninety homilies and Chromatius of Aquileia’s fifty-nine homilies on the Gospel of Matthew. In addition, there are various Sunday and feast-day homilies from towering figures such as Augustine and Gregory the Great as well as other fathers.

      This rich abundance of patristic comment, much of it presented here in English translation for the first time by editor Manlio Simonetti, provides a bountiful and varied feast of ancient interpretation of the First Gospel.

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    • Performance Avenues : Knowing How We Work

      $18.73

      Add to your knowledge of what it is to be a leader, a learner, an innovator, a manager and a promoter.
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      Allow you to discover your performance type as determined by your two most dominant performance avenues using the Despard Performance Type Test.
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      Help you understand people better and recruit, train and assign them more effectively.
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      Demonstrate how to balance and blend your performance avenues and achieve peak performance.

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    • Soul Of Wit

      $20.99

      A delicious collection of the very best of wit, satire and humorous quotations about the Church, its clergy,the people who put up with them – and vice versa. Spanning the centuries from Chaucer to the present day, it is a glorious send tip of the human foibles that so often ger in the way when the Church tries to live up to its calling. Many familiar figures from literature and letters arc inducted, but there arc endless surprises and novelties too, making The Soul of Wit not only a book to give great pleasure, but an essential resource for speakers, writers and preachers too.

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    • Lit : Living Christs Character From The Inside Out

      $16.95

      In this provocative book, nationally recognized speaker David Edwards delivers thirteen chapters on how to ignite the fire within and learn what it means to live out your faith in a postmodern world. After reading just a few pages, you’ll discover that Edwards’s pen blazes with the same passion, enthusiasm, and humor that have made him a highly sought-after national speaker. Practical “Spotlight” exercises at the end of each chapter are designed to help you transfer the truth of each chapter into your everyday experience, and thought-provoking questions for both groups and individuals will help you ignite the light within your hearts and teach you how to live the lit life.

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    • 2 Samuel KJV Preacher Edition (Student/Study Guide)

      $39.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9781574071672ISBN10: 157407167XBinding: KivarPublished: January 2002Preachers Outline And Sermon BiblePublisher: Leadership Ministries Worldwide Print On Demand Product

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    • 1 Samuel KJV Preacher Edition (Student/Study Guide)

      $39.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9781574071627ISBN10: 1574071629Binding: KivarPublished: January 2002Preachers Outline And Sermon BiblePublisher: Leadership Ministries Worldwide Print On Demand Product

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    • Judges-Ruth KJV Preacher Edition (Student/Study Guide)

      $39.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9781574071580ISBN10: 1574071580Binding: KivarPublished: January 2002Preachers Outline And Sermon BiblePublisher: Leadership Ministries Worldwide Print On Demand Product

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    • When Its Twilight Time

      $18.68

      This book offers 30 meditations and complete orders of worship for use by clergy or lay persons at retirement centers. Each service includes and opening prayer, suggested scripture, hymns, easy-to-present meditations and appropriate closings. Along with 26 topically-based services, this volume features worship outlines for Easter, communion, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

      Worship themes include:
      * If We Are Dreamers
      * The Best Surprises
      * The Larger Design For Living

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    • 18 Special Worship Celebrations

      $17.43

      God is constantly adding ingredients to our life of faith and creating a wonderful mixture of faith, hope and trust in Jesus. (from A Feast Of Worship)

      As a quilt wraps us up in the warmth of its cover, we thank God and mothers for the warmth of their love. (from A Special Youth Service For Mother’s Day)

      18 Special Worship Celebrations is a collection of worship resources that enhance the life of any congregation. It follows the style of The Weaving Of Hearts, the author’s popular first book of worship resources.

      Themes include:
      Morning devotional service
      Memorial Day observance
      Celebration of baptism
      Installation of pastor
      All Saints’ Day
      and 13 others

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    • This New Life Together

      $16.18

      As an anthology, this book fits many settings facing clergy. Included is a ceremony for an older and once widowed couple, a Protestant and Catholic wedding, an evening ceremony and a simple congregational vow for inclusion in a service. This anthology includes meditations from men and women clergy who are United Methodist, Lutheran, Presbyterian, United Church of Christ, Episcopal and Roman Catholic.

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    • You Dont Look Like A Minister

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      Here are candid observations and quips from a minister with over 35 years experience. These 36 delightful essays will be instantly recognized by anyone who serves a parish ministry.

      Consider …
      You can never hide the fact that you are a clergyman.
      Maybe it’s the way we usually sit down front it could be the shameless way we sing hymns as though they were meant to be heard. I’ve gone to church in a sport shirt and pastel slacks and had people say to me, “You don’t look like a minister, but you sure do sing like one.”

      Personally, I’ve always thought of heaven as down, like down in the Caribbean in February.

      The ad in the church supplies magazine said, “We put the van into evangelical.” It was from a company that sells buses and other vehicles to churches. If you can’t afford a van look what Peter did with only a pair of sandals and a heart of love.

      During a sermon, a spider dropped down from the end of the microphone. Ordinarily, I can take spiders, but in the middle of a sermon, I don’t need any more distraction. I get enough sirens, coughers and bookdroppers — and people who sit there grinning and I can’t figure out why.

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    • Socrates Meets Jesus

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      SKU (ISBN): 9780830823383ISBN10: 0830823387Peter KreeftBinding: Trade PaperPublished: January 2002Publisher: InterVarsity Press Print On Demand Product

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    • Check All That Apply

      $27.99

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      Where do you fit? Who is your community? Who really understands you? Being multiracial is often confusing, frustrating and lonely. Perhaps you feel as Sundee Tucker Frazier sometimes does when faced with yet another form asking for her ethnic identifiction–like “none of the above.” In this book, Frazier offers good news: God loves multiracial people and their interracial families. There is a special place for you in God’s plan! And God wants to give you a sense of wholeness, worth and belonging–as one made in God’s very likeness. Frazier helps you understand the experiences that form who you are and shows how to connect with others like you. She offers insight for developing your ethnic identity, understanding your family of origin–even figuring out who to marry! Most of all, she encourages you to gain a sense of God’s purpose for your life. And for those who aren’t multiracial themselves but know someone who is, she clarifies the challenges and rewards of sensitive relating. With Frazier you’ll embark on a journey of personal discovery–with the goal of embracing all of who you are. You’ll discover joy in living as a multiracial person as you gain the hope and courage to “check all that apply.

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    • Shadow Of The Almighty

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      The Shadow of the Almighty introduces readers to the nature of God by exploring the biblical references to God as “Father,” “Son,” and “Holy Spirit.” This fruitful approach offers fresh insight into the meaning of the biblical language used for God, giving readers the background necessary for properly understanding the trinitarian perspective of the New Testament and of the Christian faith.

      Divided into four chapters, the book looks at “Father” language in early Judaism, at “Father” language in early Christianity, at “Son” language, and at language designating the Spirit. This thorough review of the traditional God language across the biblical texts shows what the earliest Christians understood by using these terms and, ultimately, what these terms mean for modern faith and practice.

      While much of this material is deceptively familiar, the authors’ close examination of how and where the different terms are used reveals some surprising results. It makes clear, for example, that speaking of God in trinitarian terms was not as radical a departure from early Jewish monotheism as many have thought, and it shows that while early Christianity was characterized by disparate ideas, the first Christians nevertheless shared a common understanding of God. Equally engaging findings of the book include the authors’ support for the traditional gendered term “Father” when speaking about God.

      Complete with helpful questions at the end of each chapter, The Shadow of the Almighty provides an excellent place to begin a deeper study of God.

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    • Early Judaism : The Exile To The Time Of Christ

      $61.17

      This textbook provides an introduction to the Second Temple period (520 BCE-70 CE), the formative era of early Judaism and the milieu of Jesus and of the earliest Christians. By paying close attention to original sources–especially the Bible, the Pseudepigrapha, the Dead Sea Scrolls, and Josephus–Frederick J. Murphy introduces students to the world of ancient Jews and Christians. Early Judaism: The Exile to the Time of Christ, designed to serve students and teachers in the classroom, will also be of great interest to anyone looking for an entrance into this pivotal period. It contains suggestions for primary readings, bibliographies, maps, illustrations, glossaries, and indexes.

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    • And Marries Another

      $33.75

      Once divorced, forever barred from church leadership—sometimes even from full fellowship. Isn’t that what the plain sense of Scripture teaches? No, says Keener. In this compassionate and carefully documented study, he first explores how the early Christians would have understood the statements of Jesus and Paul on divorce and remarriage. Keener then builds a soundly scriptural view of divorce and remarriage—a view that reminds the church that all of its members are forgiven people.

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    • Assessing Spiritual Needs

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      How do pastors, chaplains, and caregivers assess the spiritual well-being and needs of the people they minister to? George Fitchett presents a model for spiritual assessment that he and his colleagues developed, illustrated with case studies. He reviews a number of other models and provides a six-part framework for evaluating them.

      Pastoral caregivers find that the effectiveness of their ministry is enhanced when they are able accurately to identify problem areas and needs in the spiritual lives of the people with whom they work. This book addresses many of the questions pastoral caregivers have raised about this timely topic and provides an informed and balanced approach for making decisions about spiritual assessment models and tools.

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    • Commentary On The Gospel Of Matthew

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      A Commentary of the Gospel of Matthew presents a thorough and penetrating study of Matthew’s Gospel. Anyone looking for a good blend of biblical scholarship and ideas for personal reflection will find such an approach in this eight-week study.

      Kirk and Obach pay special attention to how Matthew’s Gospel focuses the reader’s attention on the teachings of Jesus.

      Rev. Albert Kirk is a pastor and religious educator in the Diocese of Memphis. Robert E. Obach is coordinator of Adult Education for the Diocese of Memphis. They are co-authors of A Commentary on the Gospel of Luke and A Commentary on the Gospel of John.

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    • Parables Of Jesus And Their Flip Side

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      Written as a companion volume to Schmalenberger’s acclaimed CSS title The Miracles Of Jesus And Their Flip Side, this book takes an imaginative look at twelve of Jesus’ parables by examining their traditional interpretation (the “hit” side), and then turning them on their ear to see the “other side of the story” — a different perspective with relevance for our modern-day lives (the “flip” side).

      For example, in addition to warning about the dangers of building on sand instead of rock, Schmalenberger considers how to rebuild after a flood. In the parable of the wedding banquet, he discusses the people who were invited live together after the undeserved feast. And in the parable of the lost sheep, he talks about how the shepherd needs the support of the “ninety-nine never lost” in order for him to go after the one lost sheep.

      Schmalenberger’s punch, contemporary language, and narrative style produce hard-hitting and inspirational messages that offer a unique new twist in the interpretation of some old and marvelous gospel teachings — his “flip side” approach is sure to add freshness and sparkle to your preaching.

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    • Lectionary Tales For The Pulpit Series 3 Cycle A

      $23.68

      A well-told story can be motivational and inspirational, especially when it’s framed in familiar language that everyone can relate to. Constance Berg draws on her gift for storytelling to deliver modern parables that reach across cultural, class, gender, and social lines. Berg’s collection of tales illustrating biblical passages from Cycle A of the Revised Common Lectionary will touch your soul. Her stories are clear and easily understood – not only by those in the pew, but by anyone looking for insightful devotional reading.

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    • Lectionary Worship Aids Series 6 Cycle A

      $38.68

      Preparing to lead a congregation in worship Sunday after Sunday can be a formidable and pressure-filled responsibility. That’s why busy worship planners will love this all-new edition of a favorite CSS reference. It’s a handy, easy-to-use resource with several prayers and a worship theme relating to the assigned scriptural passages for every Sunday and major observance in Cycle A of the Revised Common Lectionary. For each First Lesson, Second Lesson, and Gospel text there’s a call to worship, an invocation/collect, a prayer of confession, an offertory prayer, and suggested hymns. But that’s not all: each day’s material also includes the appointed psalm, words of assurance, a pastoral prayer, and a benediction. This complete collection offers a wide selection of practical aids for creating sincerely reverent and more meaningful worship.

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    • Lectionary Worship Workbook Series 3 Cycle A (Workbook)

      $38.68

      If you want to make your Sunday morning services come alive, this remarkably inventive volume is exactly what you’ve been searching for. It’s a terrific library of resources that takes the weekly lectionary texts and puts them into the mouths, ears, and hearts of the people. For each week there’s a complete selection of written liturgical material (calls to worship, litanies, prayers, and benedictions) to supplement and strengthen your worship planning — all specifically tailored to the day’s scripture readings. But that’s not all! There’s also a wealth of musical suggestions, including hymns chosen from a wide variety of denominational hymnals, psalm settings, and appropriate anthems for the choir. You’ll even find ideas that draw upon the other creative arts (dance, art, drama) to glorify God and enhance worship. This is an outstanding exegesis of prayer, praise, and thanksgiving and Schifrin’s fertile imagination produces practical worship material that engages the congregation and encourages active participation.

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    • Childrens Sermons A To Z

      $24.93

      Anyone who has done children’s sermons will sooner or later hear from someone that “I learn more from the children’s sermon than I do from the real sermon.” And indeed, the truths of scripture are so simple that even a child can understand them. So it’s no accident that children’s sermons have become a central part of the worship service in many churches.

      Brett Blair and Tim Carpenter offer a year’s worth of object lessons that engage children and impart profound lessons for all ages. Two sermons are provided for each Sunday in Cycle C of the Revised Common Lectionary, one based on the Second Lesson and one based on the Gospel. The messages are structured in two parts: the “lesson” uses an object to draw out active responses from children, then the “application” connects that object to the assigned scripture reading. Each message includes a clear statement of its exegetical aim.

      Bright, innovative, perceptive, creative, grace-filled Brett Blair and Tim Carpenter are all of those and much, much more, and that is reflected beautifully in their new book Children’s Sermons A To Z.
      James W. Moore
      Pastor, St. Luke’s United Methodist Church Houston, Texas

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    • Praises From The Psalms

      $13.68

      Julia Bland comes to the aid of busy pastors and teachers with more practical, easy-to-prepare children’s messages and activity pages. Based on the Psalms, the lessons call youngsters’ attention to the many blessings we enjoy every day and teach them to praise God for all he does for us. Puzzles and coloring pages keep their interest while reinforcing the message.

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    • Word Is Near You

      $18.68

      The testimony of the entire Bible is that God searches for hearts, but even God has trouble with us because we are so fickle. The other side of this is that man has tried to find God, too. “Man is incurably religious,” we are told. And so he is, so we are. In times past people have ransacked the universe searching for God. They recited incantations or burned incense or spilled blood, all in an effort to find God. And all the while, God was close by to be found. This is what Paul was saying in Romans 10. “The word is near you,” he says. “It is in your mouth and in your heart.” (from “The Word Is Near You”)

      For Don Aycock, the sermon is the church’s “verbal instrument of growth.” This book offers over 20 messages that are not intended as literary examples, but rather as flesh-and-blood efforts to proclaim the Word of God. Aycock is an inventive and experienced preacher who employs many fascinating illustrations — but they are always used to shed light on the biblical text at the heart of his message.

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    • Fire For The Choir

      $18.68

      One of the eternal challenges facing church choir directors is how to recruit new members, and then, how to keep them interested and retain them. No matter how large or small the congregation, it is the energy and commitment of a music program’s participants that ultimately determines how successful it is.

      While there are plenty of books about the musical techniques of choir directing, there are precious few that deal with the organizational nuts-and-bolts and the people skills required for a smoothly functioning music program. Ellis Dillard Thompson, a veteran choir director and music educator, shares his tried and proven methods for getting choir members excited — to keep them serving and loving it! He focuses on the role of a church musician as a spiritual leader, and stresses that the road to true success involves basing a music program on spiritual values that uplift, inspire, and motivate participants. And as a bonus, Thompson includes three original choral responses that you can copy and use.

      This is an excellent guide that is designed for anyone who participates in music ministry: choir directors, choir members, organists, pastors, music committee members, and worship committee members.

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    • Drama For All Seasons

      $16.18

      In a time when our culture is becoming dominated by visual modes of communication such as television, movies, videos, and computer games, church people are recognizing the need to keep up with the trends. Drama is a useful tool in the work of the church: it adds interest and variety; it can reveal new insights on spiritual truths; and it appeals to all ages while being non-threatening for those unused to regular church services.

      This collection of easy-to-perform sketches includes both seasonal drama and pieces for any time of the year. They’re suitable for worship services, social programs, or other occasions, as well as just-for-fun reading. Most have a performance time of less than five minutes, and few props are required.

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    • Come Let Us Worship

      $27.43

      Arranged according to the seasons of the church year, this volume presents several worship aids for every Sunday: a call to worship, and invocation, a ritual of friendship, an offertory sentence and prayer, a benediction, and a pastoral prayer. Each is designed to make the Sunday morning worship experience meaningful and uplifting.

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    • Who They Really Were

      $19.93

      When the problem of what to preach next Sunday raises its frowning head, solve it by calling on one of the hundreds of biblical characters standing in line at your study door, nearly beating it down with their clamorous “Take me! Take me!”.
      Preaching on biblical personalities has an irresistible appeal, because audiences are more interested in people than in anything else. Jesus himself preached mainly about people (“a certain man had two sons …”); so there’s no excuse for making the Gospel dull — and with the help of Bodo’s book, preachers can add spice to the pulpit fare they serve up week after strenuous week.

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    • Reconciliation

      $9.93

      Prepare everyone in your congregation for a meaningful Lenten season with this collection of six sermon outlines, accompanied by program suggestions, worship aids, and a dramatic reading based on Mark’s passion narrative. The resources all stress the theme of reconciliation – with ourselves, between ourselves and God, in our families, in our churches, in our churches, in our communities, and in the world.

      A companion daily worship and study guide is available.

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    • Challenge Of Starting All Over Again

      $16.18

      This sermon series for Lent/Easter is fast-paced and illustrated with stories and anecdotes that keep the attention of readers and listeners. With titles such as “The Challenge To Change,” “The Challenge Of Tragedy,” “The Challenge Of No-Fault Religion,” and “The Challenge To Live Again,” Fetty offers sermons that are certain to inspire personal growth and spiritual conviction.

      Not many of us have the opportunity to stand at the crossroads of history. Not many of us have the opportunity to stand at the threshold of a new era. Not many of us are able to witness the dawn of a new age. And only a few of us are destined to be a potential leader of a new advance in history. All of us have our destinies of course, but only a few of us have a destiny potentially able to change the world…. (from Chapter Two)

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    • Onward Through The Fog

      $12.43

      The Sundays of Lent don’t have to be boring! Follow the lectionary and provide your congregation with exciting worship experiences by using these positive yet sensitive dialogue sermons based on Cycle A of the Revised Common Lectionary. Wit and scripture are combined to encourage Christian growth and prod listeners into making a personal commitment. In addition to six sermon dialogues, worship planning aids are included for each Sunday, along with an Ash Wednesday worship service.

      In addition to six sermon dialogues, worship planning aids are included for each Sunday, plus an Ash Wednesday worship service with the theme-setting sermon, “Onward! Through The Fog!”

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    • Preaching Matthews Gospel

      $28.68

      Jensen’s research and insights provide a stimulating resource on Matthew’s Gospel. Jensen provides “Homiletical Directions” at the end of each chapter that will help the preacher find a focus and locate themes for preaching the text. Jensen points to the ways in which the biblical writers lock their stories together with other stories in order to give fuller meaning to their narratives. He covers material that is not included in the assigned lectionary texts and discusses the inter-relatedness of Matthew’s stories. These “narrative analogies” imply that preaching on Matthew’s Gospel may at times be a retelling of two or more Matthean stories.

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    • Holy Words What Do They Mean

      $16.18

      The meaning of some church words is often taken for granted. We assume, for example, that everyone knows what HOLY or GLORY or SIN mean. But when we explore the history of these words we uncover a new depth of understanding.

      Preachers and lay leaders will find this resource helpful in their sermon preparation and Bible study.

      The index lists over 130 of the most frequently used words, numbers and phrases which have special significance in the biblical and religious writings.

      Some examples are: amen, benediction, clergy, Eucharist, kyrie, love, Yahweh, and numbers such as 1, 3, 4, 10, 40, and 70 X 7.

      An accompanying eight-lesson guide will help the user conduct a fascinating group study.

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    • No Deed Greater Than A Word

      $21.18

      This book is written for preachers who suspect that the way they were taught to preach (and for the most part are still being taught to preach) simply does not work.
      The author’s objective is to bring the Bible to life in the sermon in all of its dimensions. To do that the preacher must understand his listeners as well as his message. Those who explore Shepherd’s message will find themselves thinking about the sermon and preaching in an entirely new way.

      Shepherd presents his position with a firm grounding in biblical studies, literary criticism, and theology.

      The book is for those preachers who are dissatisfied with the way they were taught to preach, but are not sure why. Using practical examples from real sermons, the book uncovers many of the faults of traditional preaching styles and inspires a new approach to the sermon that unites preacher, congregation, and scripture under the powerful Word of God’s grace.

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    • Hoof N Mouth Disease

      $20.95

      Storytelling is older than the Bible, as much of the Old Testament consists of stories that arose out of an oral tradition, and Jesus was a master storyteller. So it makes sense that monologues capture the eyes, ears, and brains of the congregation. Stories captivate audiences – mention any character in the Bible and people recall a favorite story, not the theme of a moralistic three-point sermon. This book of creative monologues will help pastors connect with their listeners in a vital and vibrant way.

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    • Let The Children Come

      $16.18

      The Children’s Sermon during the worship hour is one of the strongest attractions for young families in choosing a church to attend.

      Robert Lantz understands how to talk to children. He brings the meaning and message of the scripture text to their level of understanding. When members of his congregation began asking for copies of his children’s sermons so they could use them as bedtime stories for their children, he decided it was time to put them into print.

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    • Victory Of Faith

      $16.18

      These sermons for Lent and Easter are based on second lesson texts from the epistles, including First and Second Corinthians, Romans, Ephesians, Hebrews and Philippians.

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    • Cosmic Witness

      $20.95

      How have preachers handled questions about science and religion? Largely by ignoring them. But many people are asking questions about the significance of the Christian message in an age of technology.

      Cosmic Witness will help…
      Preachers by revealing those scriptural texts where faith intersects with science and technology.
      Teachers who are looking for modern illustrations to help students understand the relationship between faith and science.
      All who are interested in learning more about how the Bible addresses questions about technology and religion.

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    • Lenten Resources For Worship Leaders

      $16.18

      These field-tested materials represent the creative effort of many denominations. Each includes ideas for preparation, items needed, suggestions for use, number of parts, and the time for best use.

      This complete Lenten volume for busy ministers includes:
      Shadows Around The Cross: A Tenebrae
      A Good Friday Vigil
      The Service Of Diminishing Lights — for Sundays in Lent
      Justified By Greed: Monologue Of A Pharisee — for Lent
      The Passover Haggadah: A Traditional Seder Service
      Litany For Forgiveness
      Litany For Palm Sunday
      Litany For Easter
      Meditation: Forgiveness Is Peace
      Meditation: You Make The Difference
      Litany Of Confession
      Litany For Peace

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    • Mary Of Nazareth

      $9.93

      Mary of Nazareth lived a dangerously demanding, yet holy life, She knew loneliness and poverty and endured extreme hardships of faith while maintaining a close relationship with God. During the crucifixion she knew raging and numbed pain which challenged her sanity. But her joy was overflowing after the Resurrection. Her story provides powerful information about God’s sovereignty in the universe toward those who believe in Him and seek Him.

      Based primarily on the Gospel of Luke, the sole New Testament writer to interview and consider the female point of view, this dramatic monologue comes complete with an Order of Worship. It provides powerful insight into Mary’s suffering and, likewise, the joy she felt from her conquering on. The presentation is divided into five sections, making it possible to use as a five week series allowing five different women to participate instead of just one. It also provides hymn suggestions which help to amplify the monologue.

      This easily yet effectively prepared service offers a profound experience any time during the Lenten season.

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    • Journey Of Lent

      $19.93

      This book provides scripture-based reflections for each day of the Lenten season. It is an uplifting work for those who wish to enrich their personal prayer and meditation. It shows the Lenten season in its intended light — as a period of preparation, where we ready ourselves spiritually for life as Christians.

      In this, Gribble provides a daily challenge to the one who is searching for a way to draw closer to God in everyday life. With each day’s reading he includes scripture passages, a theme and keenly stimulating thoughts for reflection.

      More than simply a collection for personal meditation, it is also ideal for teaching and preaching illustrations.

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    • Lamentations : A Commentary

      $45.00

      The Old Testament Library provides an authoritative treatment of every major and important aspect of the Old Testament. This commentary on Lamentations offers a fresh translation, discussing questions of historical background and literary architecture before providing a theologically sensitive exposition of the text. Adele Berlin is Professor of English Language and Literature at the University of Maryland. She has served on the editorial boards for the Journal of Biblical Literature, Semeia, Hebrew Annual Review, Journal of the Ancient Near East Society, Hebrew Studies, and Jewish Quarterly Review.

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    • Poet The Warrior The Prophet

      $32.00

      “Using poetry, story and philosophy to bring theology alive, this book shows that theology cannot be reduced to conventional forms, but is rather like the enigmatic illustrations of M.C. Echer, many of whose pictures the book reproduces. The book draws on the writings of Rainer Maria Rilke, Gabriel Garcia Marques, Emily Dickinson, Albert Camus, Sigmund Freud and the “”Tao Te Ching””, among other works, to show how good theology is best compared to the image of wild birds flapping their wings and refusing to be caged. This material was originally delivered at the 1990 Edward Cadbury Lectures in the University of Birmingham.”

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    • Dying And Grieving

      $20.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9780281055265ISBN10: 0281055262Alan BillingsBinding: Trade PaperPublished: January 2002Publisher: SPCK Print On Demand Product

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    • Future Of Criminal Justice

      $36.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9780281054831ISBN10: 0281054835Christopher Jones | Peter SedgwickBinding: Trade PaperPublished: January 2002Publisher: SPCK Print On Demand Product

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    • Good News Chocolate Bar Milk Chocolate With Peanut Butter

      $4.16

      The Good News Chocolate – your gospel chocolate company. Each chocolate bar comes with a wrapper that has the gospel and bible verses on the inside.

      Taste the Goodness. Share the Good News.

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    • Live The Adventure

      $8.25

      SKU (UPC): 081983659119 Color: Full ColorManufacturer: DaySpring

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    • Live By Faith Leather Cuff (Bracelet/Wristband)

      $9.00

      This leather bracelet features a brown leather band and a gold charm. The phrase “LIVE BY FAITH” on the charm is a strong and bold reminder of our faith. At an 8″, adjustable size, this is a perfect gift for any man or woman on your list!

      Material: Faux Leather, Zinc Alloy
      Care Instructions: Wipe Clean

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    • God First Leather Cuff (Bracelet/Wristband)

      $9.00

      This leather bracelet features a black leather band and a gold charm. The phrase “GOD FIRST” on the charm is a strong and bold reminder of our faith. At an 8″, adjustable size, perfect gift for any man or woman on your list!

      Material: Faux Leather, Zinc Alloy
      Care Instructions: Wipe Clean

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    • Good News Chocolate Bar Milk Chocolate

      $2.50

      The Good News Chocolate – your gospel chocolate company. Each chocolate bar comes with a wrapper that has the gospel and bible verses on the inside.

      Taste the Goodness. Share the Good News.

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    • Good News Chocolate Bar Dark Chocolate

      $2.50

      The Good News Chocolate – your gospel chocolate company. Each chocolate bar comes with a wrapper that has the gospel and bible verses on the inside.

      Taste the Goodness. Share the Good News.

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    • Live The Adventure

      $16.50

      Gift photo frame for the graduate with Scripture and bold message

      *Live the adventure! with Bible verse from I Corinthians 2:9 No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him.
      *Trending style and design
      *Easel back or may be displayed on the wall
      *Wood composite
      *Space for 4″ x 6″ horizontal photo

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    • How To Stop The Pain

      $16.99

      We all experience pain! Every day millions of people live in a world of heartache. We’re forced to smile and pretend that everything is all right. You’ve been wounded, and you just can’t seem to heal. You try to get on with your life, but you just can’t move on. You forgive, but you can’t forget! Every day exhumes the pain you try to bury. It cripples your relationships with people, God, and life itself. It destroys your ability to pursue your dreams. This paradigm-shattering book will free you from the forces that would turn you into a victim. It will lead you step-by-step through a simple process that will free you from the pain of the past and protect you from the pain of the future. Discover the emotional freedom that everyone wants but few experience!

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    • Happy Easter Plate

      $13.25

      SKU (UPC): 692193806882 Occasion: EasterColor: Full ColorManufacturer: New Day Christian Distributors

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    • How To Live Happily Ever After

      $22.48

      SKU (ISBN): 9781931232777ISBN10: 1931232776Marilee McLeodBinding: Trade PaperPublished: December 2001Publisher: Xulon Press Print On Demand Product

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    • Mumford Book

      $27.48

      SKU (ISBN): 9781931232470ISBN10: 1931232474Earl MumfordBinding: Cloth TextPublished: December 2001Publisher: Xulon Press Print On Demand Product

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    • Plugging Into The Spirit Of Prophecy

      $18.11

      God has designed every believer to walk in the prophetic. You can learn how to flow in the Holy spirit of prophecy. This exciting book will teach you how to do this and more. You will experience God’s awesome power through the prophetic word.

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    • Llaves Del Poder – (Spanish)

      $17.99

      The author, Dr. Dario Silva, talks about 3 concepts:

      Law, weapons and keys – important themes that will help us understand the teaching of the Gospel.

      -The Law is a demand to carry out -The weapon is the ability to develop -The keys are elements to open and close

      The honest hearts that want to follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit and that have a mind open to the Gospel and listen clearly to the always present voice of Jesus Christ, have to depend on those keys. This book, coming from a servant of God, will show us that the Gospel does not require only faithfulness.

      “I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven.

      Whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven” Mathew 16:19

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    • Christmas Quartet : Poetic Reflections On The Nativity

      $16.18

      An outstanding writer and preacher shares with readers a different approach to the season: four verse sermons on characters from the Christmas narrative (Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the wise men), each accompanied by a chapter providing relevant background material on the featured character. It’s an intriguing combination that lends itself equally well to preaching or to Bible studies – for example, you can build a four-week Advent program around the poems. And there are four suggested orders of service provided that emphasize the message of the sermons. In a “lessons and carols” format, they’re perfect for Christmas Eve – but they also work well for Advent gatherings or potluck dinners. You’ll find a variety of ways to use these creative and thoughtful meditations that portray familiar characters in a fresh, new way.

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    • When You Run Out Of Soap

      $17.95

      Following up her well-received CSS book Fun Activities For Bible Learning, Mary Rose Pearson is back with more exciting games and activities to encourage the spiritual and physical growth of children. Specifically targeted for youngsters from 4 to 7 years of age, the material in this book will help support the teaching of Bible stories and Christian values while promoting the memorization of Scripture. The learning aids stress participation, and are just what’s needed to add pizzazz and fun to Sunday School lessons. The majority of the activities require no advance preparation, and they’re useful for review, follow-up, a break during lesson segments, or as time filler when the lesson is finished.

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    • Cross Of Nails Leather Cuff (Bracelet/Wristband)

      $9.00

      This leather bracelet features a black leather band and a silver charm. The cross of nails on the charm is a strong and bold reminder of our faith. At an 8″, adjustable size, this is a perfect gift for any man or woman on your list!

      Material: Faux Leather, Zinc Alloy
      Care Instructions: Wipe Clean

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    • Many Faces Of Evil Study Guide (Student/Study Guide)

      $16.18

      Evil and suffering are a part of everyone’s experience. Kenneth Cauthen breaks new ground in exploring the torments and terrors of this life. Some of his positions may be considered daring and controversial. But his approach, while creative, is rooted in a deeply biblical faith as he interprets the meaning of suffering and the relationship of God to human anguish.

      This book will be a useful resource for counselors, pastors, teachers and others who are called upon to help people cope with tragedy. It will be helpful to individuals who are attempting to understand the torment or suffering in their own lives.

      The author addresses many difficult questions and illustrates his answers with fascinating real-life examples:
      * How is evil related to suffering?
      * What is God’s responsibility in causing and overcoming evil?
      * How does faith provide a basis for hope in the midst of suffering?
      * Why is evil a part of our world?

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    • Jesus The Crucified People

      $29.93

      A deeply moving and challenging book, Jesus, the Crucified People breaks a theological stranglehold on the figure of Jesus and glimpses in a new, non-Western way both Jesus and Christianity.

      Against the rich cultural background of Asia, Song’s volume explores the mystery of the Word that from the beginning of time now comes poignantly to us in the stories and testimonies of women, men, and children. Song eloquently fashions a people hermeneutic to sketch an account of Jesus’ life, ministry, death, and resurrection for our world today.

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    • Graduation

      $6.99

      Encourage grads as they close one chapter and step into what is next for them!

      3 cards of 4 designs

      Assorted Scripture text

      12 cards and envelopes

      3 each of 4 designs

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    • Diving Deep (Student/Study Guide)

      $6.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9780764423888ISBN10: 0764423886Amy SimpsonBinding: Trade PaperPublished: December 2001Publisher: Group Publishing

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    • Love Is Patient Framed Tabletop Verses

      $25.99

      Reads: Love is patient, love is kind, love never fails. (I Corinthians 13:4,8)

      White wash Paulownia wood frame.

      Print insert can be removed and replaced with your favorite 4″ x 6″ photo.

      Frame may be used vertically or horizontally.

      — Wood/Glass/Paper/Fabric — 7″ W x 9″ H x 1.375″

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    • Prayer Warrior Leather Cuff (Bracelet/Wristband)

      $9.00

      This leather bracelet features a brown leather band and a silver charm. The phrase “PRAYER WARRIOR” on the charm is a strong and bold reminder of our faith. At an 8″, adjustable size, this is a perfect gift for any man or woman on your list!

      Material: Faux Leather, Zinc Alloy
      Care Instructions: Wipe Clean

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    • Loved Canvas Cross Body

      $39.99

      Stylish crossbody tote bag features floral artistry by Leah Bisch

      Eco-friendly canvas with adjustable shoulder strap, to get just the length you want

      Tote is 8″ x 6″ x 1″

      Front pocket is 7.5″ x 6″ ; inside pocket is 5.5″ x 4″

      Vegan leather embellishemnts

      Vintage Garden Collection

      Inside the pocket, Loved

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    • God Has Great Plans For You

      $17.50

      Gift mug with words of promise, contemporary stoneware mug

      15 ounce capacity; 3.25″

      God has great plans for you; white mug with black base. Inside the bottom of the mug is a surprise graduation cap design

      Gift boxed. Graduation gift favorite

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    • Step At A Time

      $16.18

      In his practical and easy-to-follow book Glenn Borreson offers a plan for increasing giving in a congregation through personalized stewardship letters. His example, timeline, and step-by-step procedures will provide an excellent resource for any pastor who wants to help his or her congregation grow in Christian stewardship. Borreson’s suggestions not only help to increase giving, they also do it in a non-threatening way. I recommend his program enthusiastically.

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    • What Do You Mean Study The Bible

      $14.93

      “Anything but the Bible!” — that was the attitude of Katherine Bailey Babb’s high school age Sunday School class. When she realized just how ignorant these teenagers were of some of the basic background of the faith they professed, Babb created a fun and enjoyable curriculum for studying the Old Testament that would fill in the gaps in their knowledge. And it works! Her field-tested approach will make the Hebrew Bible an exciting field of study for your youth.

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    • Tenebrae For Modern Times

      $9.93

      Tenebrae For Modern Times combines scripture, contemporary language, and prose poetry in an innovative setting. Within the framework of a standard worship service, short reflections by six apostles are echoed by the musings of six contemporary people with similar concerns. This juxtaposition reveals that little has changed in almost 2000 years – there are still taxes to pay and family situations to deal with. Questions central to our lives are addressed: “How do I find time for my family?” “How can I find time for church work?” and “How can I bring God into my life?” The service does not require a sermon, and there are suggested hymns and choral anthems for the church musician. The format allows for participation by many readers, yet the service is very adaptable for use by small congregations. No props or costumes are required, though the service may be performed in costume if desired. This truly distinctive Good Friday resource combines the past, present, and future into a poignant worship experience. Good Friday is an important day in the lives of Christians, and Marie Asner’s Tenebrae For Modern Times is a powerful way to make that day significant and meaningful in our lives. She causes us to think deeply about our own relationship with the Lord with her references to Jesus’ disciples as well as modern people who struggle. Each of us will be touched and changed by her inspired writings.

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    • Last Supper : A Maundy Thursday Portrayal

      $9.93

      With The Last Supper, you won’t just hear about this familiar story, you’ll see it and feel it! It’s an insightful look at one of the most poignant moments in the life of Jesus. Glimpses into the personalities and backgrounds of the disciples emphasize the human qualities that we share with them. It’s also a visual portrayal of the sacrament of Holy Communion. This is a dramatic way to celebrate Maundy Thursday, as the program deftly combines a depiction of the Last Supper with a tenebrae service conclusion. In addition to the pastor, there are parts for 14 men and one woman. Character synopses and a seating chart for the portrayal are included.

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    • Clearer Vision

      $16.18

      The Introduction to this volume of Lenten sermons suggests a method of congregational involvement in the scriptural texts which will engage and edify the members of any church.

      Ash Wednesday
      Wanting To Be Seen
      First Sunday In Lent
      Adam And Jesus See Temptation
      Second Sunday In Lent
      Second Sight
      Third Sunday In Lent
      Seeing The Whole Person
      Fourth Sunday In Lent
      Seeing The Unseen
      Fifth Sunday In Lent
      Seeing Light In Darkness

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    • Simply Wonderful : Five Childrens Sermons And Activity Pages For Advent And

      $13.68

      Family-oriented churches which welcome children and include them in their worship and programming are always faster growing and more vibrant. For pastors and teachers whose time is limited, these children’s messages are ready to use with little or no preparation.

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    • Attitude Adjustments

      $12.43

      These four playlets treat serious subjects in a thought-provoking yet humorous manner. Each one is followed by a suggested order of worship, prayer, litany, and “meditation.” The subjects covered are: Greed, Pride, Guilt, and Forgiveness.

      They are excellent resources for:
      Retreats
      Seminars
      Youth meetings
      Men’s or women’s gatherings

      This resource will be helpful in every church library or reference shelf.

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    • Christians Christians Everywhere How Do Your Gardens Grow

      $9.93

      Christians, Christians, Everywhere, How Do Your Gardens Grow? helps congregations to get the proper focus on stewardship for youth through a suggested order of service to be presented by youth.

      Within the service are songs, a skit and meditation, all centered on a gardening theme.

      Cynthia E. Cowen writes that her goal for this resource is to enable youth to participate in a worship service based on the theme of sowing and reaping in the Kingdom of God.

      This resource helps participants and the congregation to understand the process of growth in the giving of our talents and offerings to the work of the church.

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    • And You Welcomed Me

      $39.99

      This book presents a collection of early Christian texts regarding hospitality and its practices. The range of experts both in time and space shows just how central a role of hospitality played in Christian life throughout the early centuries. Yet this book is not a set of instructions for hospitality, nor does the word “hospitality” even appear in many of these excerpts, and this in itself is good cause for reflection for us today. The excerpts come from letters, diary accounts, instructions, sermons, travelogues, and community records and rules. They are windows into a world of early communities that saw it as their moral duty and also privilege to care for the sick, to safeguard the pilgrim, and to host the stranger. Abram and Sarai hosting the three angels at Oaks of Mamre, and Jesus and his disciples feeding the crowds are two familiar biblical examples, but this book also delves into lesser know texts that offer rich insight to those willing to read and then integrate the early fathers’ and mothers’ wisdom and hospitality into their own lives.

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    • Something Is About To Happen

      $12.43

      Previously published under the title Shepherds and Bathrobes, this series of model sermons for Advent/Christmas includes such topics as John the Baptist’s preaching in the wilderness, the Word made flesh, and a sound and light show on the mountaintop.

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    • Angels We Have Heard

      $9.93

      If you’re looking for a fresh new approach to telling the old, old story — what better way to celebrate the Christmas message than to do it from the viewpoint of the angels? From the promise to Abraham to its fulfillment in Bethlehem, angels are a vital part of the story. Angels We Have Heard is a beautiful service that combines many of the traditional elements of Christmas worship with brief dialogues between angels and a number of characters relating to the Christmas narrative. Along with candlelight, an optional communion celebration, and many of the favorite carols we all love to sing, the encounters described in the scriptures between angels and Abraham, Zechariah, Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds are paraphrased. There’s also a short closing exchange between an angel and a contemporary person that sheds light on the meaning of Christ’s birth for our modern times.

      This easy-to-use service is adaptable for any size congregation — while a number of speaking parts are specified, it’s easy to combine parts and use just two readers, allowing the participation of as many or as few as you wish. There’s also a convenient order of service for use in bulletin preparation. And while designed for worship use, the drama of the angels speaking with and to different people through the ages can be used in other settings such as youth meetings or church school. Very little (if any) rehearsal is required — this is a simple and versatile way to make the pageantry and drama of the biblical story come alive in your Christmas worship.

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    • When Mothers Pray

      $18.00

      When Mothers Pray is a book of hope, inspiration, and stories that will revitalize the prayer life of readers. Many women experience hopelessness when they pray for their children and see no discernible results-yet praying is one of the most vital things we can do for our kids. Now with a lovely new contemporary cover, this bestselling book offers encouragement and a larger perspective as moms from around the world share their own personal stories, struggles, and ultimate victories. Women will find new motivation to refresh their prayer lives-and to make a difference in the lives of their children as they intercede for them.

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    • Theopoetic : Theology And The Religious Imagination

      $16.18

      Many today have difficulty in relating to religious language. This can happen when we reduce religious meaning to a specific kind of spiritual experience or give undue importance to one aspect of human life. The reduction of life to human will or intellect is often accompanied by the turn to mystical practices and cults.

      Amos Wilder calls for a renewal of our deep religious imagination as we reflect on biblical faith and on the basic needs and longings of contemporary persons. This requires a new appreciation for mystery and for deep speaking to deep. Wilder assumes that the depths of biblical truth have scarcely begun to be plumbed and have untapped power to renew life even in our technological Western societies. This requires that we go beyond the objective, surface meaning to the deeper orientation:

      Before the message, the vision;
      before the sermon, the hymn;
      before the prose, the poem.
      –Amos Wilder

      Chapter titles:
      1.Theology and Theopoetic
      2.The Recovery of the Sacred
      3.Contemporary Mythologies and Theological Renewal
      4.Traditional Pieties and the Religious Imagination
      5.Ecstasy, Imagination, and Insight
      6.Theopoetic and Mythopoetic

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    • Best Funeral Meditations

      $13.68

      This collection of best funeral meditations provides a wide range of messages that address almost every death situation from the anticipated to the tragic. These classic meditations have been gathered from the writings and contributions of pastors, church leaders, and teachers of many denominations.

      Among the situations addressed are:
      For the nominal church member
      For a little child
      For a non-Christian
      For the death of a child shortly after birth
      For a college student killed in an auto accident
      For a sixteen-year-old shot to death
      For a woman who committed suicide
      For a church member who served others
      For a 40-year-old cancer patient
      For a man who loved the outdoors
      For a Sunday morning worship service following a death
      and many more!

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    • They Worshiped Him

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      In today’s “hurry-up” world, it seems we rarely take the time to think of other people and “walk a mile in the other man’s shoes.” If we did, what would we see? They Worshiped Him revisits the nativity story from the perspective of the people who were actually there. In this dramatic retelling, we glimpse the innermost thoughts and feelings of some of the very common people whose lives were forever changed by a most extraordinary event. What did the shepherds feel? What did others think of them? Were they perceived as “eccentric”? And what about the wise men who followed the star? Did they have an entire entourage, or did people treat them like three dottering old men? And what about Mary and Joseph; how did this unusual pregnancy affect them? They Worshiped Him answers many of these questions while reminding us of the biblical characters’ humanity.

      The singing of favorite seasonal carols is woven into the drama, encouraging audience participation. And it’s an adaptable work that can be staged as elaborately or simply as you wish. While there are speaking parts for 12 angels, 5 animals, 6 shepherds, 3 magi, the innkeeper, Mary, Joseph, and a narrator, roles can easily be combined for use with any size congregation. Staging instructions are included.

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    • Every Knee Shall Bow

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      The scene for this Christmas play and worship service is a familiar one: a nativity display in a town square. As different individuals or families approach the manger scene they hear the voice of God speaking his words of truth, encouragement, and hope to their own unique needs and circumstances. When the members of your congregation hear God’s message to these individuals, they will hear God speaking to them as well. The service includes the congregational singing of familiar Christmas carols.

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    • Justification And Variegated Nomism Volume 1

      $85.00

      An illumination of the complexities of the Judaism of New Testament times, specifically the relationship between Christian faith and Jewish laws.

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    • Bible Jesus Read

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      Philip Yancey has a way of confronting our most cherished but misguided notions about faith. In The Bible Jesus Read, he challenges the perception that the New Testament is all that matters and the Old Testament isn’t worth taking the time to read and understand.

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