Bible Wisdom

Unlock the secrets of Divine Wisdom with our new eBook, "Unlocking Divine Wisdom," now available on Amazon! This thought-provoking and transformative guide explores the hidden depths of the Contemporary English Version (CEV) Bible, revealing the timeless truths and profound insights essential for spiritual growth and self-discovery. Embark on a journey to unravel the mysteries of Divine Wisdom, as this book delves into the foundations, key themes, and interpretive strategies of the CEV. Enrich your understanding of the Old Testament, the New Testament, and the powerful parables of Jesus ...

Most Christians already believe they should be telling others about Jesus, but traditional methods are no longer as effective in today's post-Christian world. Thus, we may become frustrated, blame ourselves, or simply give up. Evangelism in a Skeptical World: Audio Lectures equips Christians with the principles and skills needed to tell the unbelievable news about Jesus to friends in a skeptical world.

The Big Book of Bible Verses on Money and Wealth is your go-to guide for discovering what the Bible really says about finances, prosperity, stewardship, and generosity. Whether you’re leading a Bible study, preparing a sermon, teaching a small group, or looking for personal wisdom, this book gathers powerful, easy-to-understand verses all in one place. From warnings about the love of money to wisdom on saving, giving, and building wealth with integrity, these scriptures offer timeless truth for today’s financial decisions. Each verse is thoughtfully arranged and presented in a simple, ...

Looking for a commentary and researched reference on the Book of Enoch? The Book of Enoch has had many translations that have been very academic in nature; often daunting and inaccessible to the modern reader. "Book of Enoch: The Ways of God, Angels and Men" has no pretensions to highbrow academic scholarship but seeks to be properly researched, helpful, and prove itself reliable to readers. Angels and Demons have occupied a special place the human imagination. They personify the continued struggle between two opposing forces: light and darkness, Heaven and Hell, good and evil. Roman ...

Experience God Today Jesus made these astounding statements: the kingdom of God is at hand. It's in our midst. The question is, do you believe it? Does that sense of eternity burn within you every day, compelling you to pursue the continuing power of God in your here and now? Walk in your Father's presence Follow in the footsteps of Jesus Stay in step with the Holy Spirit Hear God's voice Move in your spiritual giftsStart today with this Bible based, 31-Day Life in the Spirit Devotional guide, from the author of The Holy Spirit - Spiritual Gifts: Books 1 & 2. Apply what you've learned about...

For decades the accepted wisdom has been that America's mainline Protestant churches are in decline, eclipsed by evangelical mega-churches. Church and religion expert Diana Butler Bass wondered if this was true, and this book is the result of her extensive, three-year study of centrist and progressive churches across the country. Her surprising findings reveal just the opposite - that many of the churches are flourishing, and they are doing so without resorting to mimicking the mega-church, evangelical style. Christianity for the Rest of Us describes this phenomenon....

When God Stops shares the key to living a life that honors the Lord and jumpstarts your faith. Dr. Derek Grier dissects the extraordinary God-encounters of eight ordinary men and women in the Bible and reveals them as “hidden figures” of the New Testament. The retelling of the biblical accounts from a new perspective will uncover the answer to the age-old question: What makes God stop and pay attention? The answer is faith.

This book contains a brief examination of the prayers found in the books of the Old Testament known as the books of Wisdom, Poetry, and Writings. The prayers (and any mention of prayer) in each category and book are analyzed in terms of the type of prayer, content, and structure. The Old Testament books that are examined are Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Psalms, Lamentations, Ruth, Esther, and the Apocryphal/Deuterocanonical books called the Testament of Job and Additions to Esther. A bibliography is included for further study.

Mark Scandrette shows how the Beatitudes invite us into nine new postures for life. Instead of living in fear, we can choose radical love. It's often assumed that the good life is only for the most wealthy, attractive, and powerful. Poor, sad, and suffering people are left out. But the ninefold path of the Beatitudes is for everyone. Whatever your story, whatever your struggle, wherever you find yourself, this way is available to you.

You are a beautiful, empowered, radiant, drop of God. You are a divine spiritual being on a human adventure. You are here to express the magnificence that is you. You are here to learn to respect, honor, and love your sweet self and your whole life. I am here to remind you how.

Legacy: Wisdom of African Traditions and the Bible compares almost 300 proverbs from all over the continent with Bible verses, organized into forty-six broad themes. Chris Morehouse was compelled to write the book after exploring the Parallel Sayings books, which juxtapose insights from the great religious traditions with their counterparts from Jewish and Christian scriptures. These books explore resonances between Christianity and Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism.

Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes: these are some of the most profound, timeless teachings in the Bible. In God's Wisdom these and many other Biblical selections are arranged thematically to explore the eternal questions of anger and forgiveness, righteousness and pride, happiness and anxiety. An accessible, thought-provoking source of daily guidance, it will give you the answers and advice you need to steer your life and thoughts toward God.

Hidden Miracles of the Bible is a dynamic account of wisdom hidden deep within the word. Many of us grew up learning about the magnificent and astonishing miracles of the Bible. But oftentimes, these large-scale, incredible miracles overshadow the softer, more latent wisdom hidden within scripture. Most chapters are short in length, giving listeners a sharp, poignant bit of wisdom without becoming drawn out or monotonous.

The greatest nightmare in Christianity is a Bride who doesn’t love her Groom. Jesus is expecting His Bride to be unblemished and without a wrinkle. The Narcissistic Bride of Christ is a prophetic encouragement for the Church to recognize that narcissistic behavior within us is destructive. Narcissism, proper name Ruach Narcissus, is a spirit that attaches itself to humans that make up the Bride of Christ. This spiritual oppression attacks the Bride because the Bride herself is a spiritual principle. We must put on our spiritual eyes and take a journey through scripture to defeat this ...

There is an inner truth that is God-given. When you become curious about the truth, and you go to The Word of God, you will find truth and it will set you free. It truly frees you from the chains of the world and all its falsehoods, which are many. You begin to see little things that may go unnoticed by others. The Word of God is Truth, and you soon begin to speak it and write it and apply it to everything. God’s Truth, the only truth that there is, will set you free, more free than you have ever been in your life. May the peace of The Lord rest upon you all. I pray you all find your way ...

There is so much everyday wisdom packed into the book of Proverbs, written more than 2,900 years ago, but they are often intimidating and hard to understand. Wisdom of the Proverbs Explained reveals the meaning of the proverbs in terms a child can understand. Every parent or grandparent should listen to one proverb a day with his or her child or grandchild. In one month, all of you will gain the knowledge of the proverbs as you learn from King Solomon, the wisest man in the world.

KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS! This is a transformative journey that will revolutionize your faith and deepen your relationship with Christ. This powerful Bible study invites you to explore the very essence of Jesus' identity through His own words and transformative encounters. Dive into ten captivating lessons that unpack the profound "I AM" statements from the Gospel of John. From "Jesus is the Bread of Life" to "Jesus is the True Vine," each chapter reveals a facet of Christ's divine nature and its relevance to your daily walk. Discover how these timeless truths can anchor your faith, guide ...

Introduce Christ to your children and promote their spiritual growth 120 engaging devotionals that provides answers to all God related questions of inquisitive Kids."Who is God? What does God do? What does Cross stand for? What is love?" Kids have a lot of questions about God and His Creation. This kids' devotional answers these questions —and more—in this unique 120-day devotional. Carefully chosen Bible Scriptures help them draw closer to God as they learn to trust His Glory. This devotional reassures kids that God can help them with their challenges and sorrows and comforts them. ...

What if play isn’t just a pastime—but a path to God? In Sacred Play: The Spiritual and Social Wisdom of Leisure, Rev. Geoffrey Schmitt explores the deep and joyful truth that play is not just for children—it’s for the soul. Drawing from Scripture, theology, personal stories, and a lifetime of ministry (and humor), he shows how leisure, laughter, music, creativity, rest, and even a well-timed joke can reveal the presence of God. From singing dogs to chess matches, from kayaking with Tolkien to howling along with “The Sounds of Silence,” this book is both playful and profound. It ...

Wisdom’s Journey: Exploring the Heart of Biblical Wisdom Literature by Geoffrey Schmitt What is wisdom — and why does it matter today? In Wisdom’s Journey, Geoffrey Schmitt invites readers on a walk through the Bible’s profound and beautiful wisdom books: Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Job, the Song of Songs, and the Wisdom of Solomon. Blending thoughtful teaching, personal reflections, and guiding questions, this book explores timeless truths about living wisely, trusting God, loving well, and persevering through life’s mysteries. Written with warmth, clarity, and a pastoral heart, ...