Ministry Time

Beloved author Sally Clarkson ( The Lifegiving Home, Own Your Life, Desperate) believes that meals lovingly served at home - and the time spent gathered together around the table - are a much-needed way to connect more deeply with our families and open our kids' hearts. Food and faith, mingled in everyday life, become the combination for passing on God's love to each person who breaks bread with us.

Many Christians mistakenly believe that their only choice is either to reconcile themselves to a fundamentalist reading of scripture (a "literal-factual" approach) or to simply reject the Bible as something that could bring meaning and value into their lives. In Reading the Bible Again for the First Time, Marcus Borg shows how instead we can freshly appreciate all the essential elements of the Old and New Testaments - from Genesis to Revelation - in a way that can open up a new world of intelligent faith.

Jesus changed the world by loving people one at a time. Influencing just one person at a time may seem insignificant at first glance. But as we better understand the surprising habits of Jesus, we unlock the power of small things done with great love. Learning to love people like Jesus did takes intentional practice and repetition. This devotional from bestselling author Kyle Idleman helps you build this vital habit into your daily life. Each devotion includes questions for reflection and a challenge to inspire you to make a difference in the world every day—one person at a time.

Avoiding sensationalism and date-speculating, respected Bible teacher Amir Tsarfati uses his unique perspective as an Israeli Christian to lead you through a fascinating modern-day description of God's plan for the end of the world. Grounded from start to finish in Scripture, the book reveals how the Rapture, the imminent rise of the Antichrist, and the tragic horrors of the Great Tribulation will play out in our world today.

As the modern church struggles to find a place of relevancy for a new generation that already has massive demands on its time and attention, more and more young people raised in the church are leaving it - failing to find the answers to their questions. Join authors Dr. Jason Lisle and Tim Chaffey as they put forth a case against an old-earth interpretation of Scripture. A comprehensive biblical, theological, and scientific critique of old-earth creationism, the book presents its compelling testimony in layman's terms to create a powerful debate that leads to unquestionable truth.

Prepare to be stunned, shocked, illuminated, and amazed. The Paradigm will reveal secrets and mysteries taking place all around you and show you what you never could have imagined. Jonathan Cahn, who caused an international stir with his New York Times best-selling book The Harbinger, will take you from the ancient Middle East to the news of the modern world on a journey you will never forget. As you open up The Paradigm, his most explosive book yet, you may never see your world the same way again.

You need love. Everyone does. It’s the object of a near universal quest. And that’s by God’s design. God made you out of love. He made you for love. And he made you to show love. The problem is we often search for love in all the wrong places and learn how to love in all the wrong ways. But if you’re ready for a better love—one you can trust in, lean on, and learn from—then it’s time to go straight to the source. In his book A Better Love: God’s Love Transforms You, Dr. Paul Kelm cuts through the confusion that stems from the world’s views on love and shows you how to find...

Leadership in Christian Perspective brings the best of leadership theory and research together with biblical reflection and examples of leadership in action. Organized around "nine empowering practices," it integrates solid research in leadership studies with biblical and theological reflection on the leadership ideas that are most compatible with Christian faith, making it an important resource for professors and students in leadership and pastoral theology courses, pastors and church leaders, and Christian business leaders.

There is no shortage of writings about the last days - often full of speculation and sensationalism. Where can we go for information we can trust? Join Bible scholar Ron Rhodes for an in-depth look at what we know to be certain about the last days - based on key teachings directly from Jesus. You’ll learn what the Lord himself said about the Rapture, the Tribulation Period, the Second Coming, the Future Judgment, the Millennial Kingdom, and more.

Do you live in Kindoftrueville? It’s that place where you share enough of yourself to get by but hold back the one “taboo” sin that fills you with shame. Or where you love that friend just like Jesus does but casually ignore the addictions, habits, or choices eating them alive. A lot of Christians these days live there—trapped by fear and shame. You may even feel stuck there. But the truth is, you don’t have to stay there. This book by Pastor Mike Novotny shows you how to face your fears, get to the other side of awkward, and bravely step into the freedom honesty brings. You’ll ...

You’re never alone—and always loved! Loneliness—it can stem from digital connections, the loss of a spouse, self-isolation, family rifts, or even feeling alone in a crowd. We’ve all wrestled with loneliness at times . . . but you don’t have to stay trapped in it. Learn how to exchange your loneliness for a life of deeper, more satisfying relationships with this book by Mike Novotny. God made you to enjoy a vibrant relationship with him, resting and rejoicing in his never-ending love. But loneliness robs you of this joy and keeps you isolated from others. This book gives you ...

The Gallup Poll reports that one in 25 people has had a near-death experience. Their heart stopped beating, their brain waves ceased; they claim they were more alive than ever. With improved medical resuscitation, more and more verifiable evidence indicates that life doesn't end with our last breath - it's just beginning. Drawing out the similarities found by studying over 1,000 accounts of near-death experiences around the globe, John Burke unfolds a compelling and comforting vision of a world where we are free from pain; we feel fully known and accepted; we are greeted by loved ones.

What will the world look like in the last days? One significant clue the Bible offers is a fascinating look at New Babylon. More than one-tenth of the book of Revelation is devoted to prophecies about this city-the center of the antichrist's world government. But are we to understand these prophecies symbolically or literally? As you explore the Bible's prophecies about the last days, you'll discover that no matter how uncertain the future looks, you can have peace knowing that God is in full control of all things.

Audiofile magazine says, “GraphicAudio sets the gold standard for full-cast dramatizations.” In The Gospel of Mark, this talent shines in vivid and deeply moving production of Mark’s actual and complete words.

Who is GOD? What is GOD like? Who exactly is Jesus, and what did he do? What do GOD and Jesus think of me? What is faith, and what does it mean to be saved? Have you ever wondered these questions? For some people, they seem so basic that they’re embarrassed to ask them. But there’s no reason to be embarrassed—because the answers to these questions will change you. The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith. won’t answer every spiritual question you have, but it will give you a great foundation to begin the journey as a Christian.

Pressure is rising. The global atmosphere is morphing as never before. It's time to pay attention to the warnings around us that point to inevitable catastrophes to come. Bible prophecy expert Ron Rhodes surveys 15 current trends that affect us on a worldwide, national, and personal scale - suggesting some inescapable consequences to our safety, rights, and way of life. You will see how the stage is being set for the end times.

This isn’t a self-help book. And that’s a good thing. Because when you need real help—to overcome feelings of worthlessness, fear, depression, or anxiety—your self is the last place you should look. But God’s help . . . that’s a different story. And in this book, you’ll discover how you can live with greater boldness and joy when you learn to find your confidence in Christ. God didn’t make you to sit on the sidelines. And once you realize where your true confidence comes from, nothing will be able to hold you back!

The gripping, phenomenal first book in a series that has become the best-selling inspirational series of all time. Join two men as they form the Tribulation Force, a group that seeks to stop the Antichrist from assuming world power after The Rapture.

The news cycle runs on fear. The future looks like a terrifying sci-fi film come to life. And no one seems to know what’s going to happen next. So what’s a concerned or troubled person to do? Find out in this book by Mike Novotny and Tim Glende. You may think of Revelation as a strange book with a confusing message, but God has a very simple purpose for this final book of the Bible—to fill you with hope. Sure, the world looks like it’s falling apart. Satan looks like he has the upper hand. And you may even wonder if Jesus can really pull out the victory. But in Jesus Wins! you’ll ...

Kingdom Warfare reveals the hidden truth about the spiritual realm using the Scriptures, ancient Jewish text, and historical records. These spiritual truths have often been hidden in plain sight, sometimes overlooked, forgotten through time, and in some cases even ignored by the modern church world. Yet these are truths that everyone should know. For when it comes to the spiritual realm and Kingdom Warfare, ignorance is not bliss. You must learn the truth about the spiritual realm and how it affects the physical realm if you want to live in the fullness of all God has prepared for you.