Michael Beck
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We hear and say short Christian clichés all the time, such as "Jesus was a social justice warrior," "Just have faith," and "It's not my place to judge." These trite statements often go unquestioned. Sometimes they even substitute for truth, leading to a fragile and shallow faith. But what if a close study of these clichés could lead us to deep biblical truth?
In Unquestioned Answers, Dr. Jeff Myers rethinks ten popular Christian clichés. Through...
62) Abortion
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In this book, Dr. R.C. Sproul employs his unique perspective as a highly experienced pastor–theologian and a trained philosopher to provide well–considered and compassionate answers to the difficult questions that attend termination of pregnancy. Dr. Sproul strives for a factual, well–reasoned approach informed by careful biblical scholarship. He considers both sides of this issue in terms of biblical teaching, civil law, and natural law. This...
63) Pray & Go
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Spend the next 30 days reaching your community in prayer and learn what it means to be a Great Commission Christian.
Pray & Go is a profound and easy-to-use tool that empowers church members to focus outward and learn how to pray regularly. There's hope. Imagine your congregation devoted to prayer. Envision a healthy and growing church dedicated to worshiping Jesus.
Our neighborhoods need prayer like never before. Pray & Go is designed to provide...
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In this concise book, respected pastor, author, and church consultant Thom Rainer explains how the local church is God's primary plan for reaching the world with his love. "I am a Christian" and "I am a church member" go hand in hand.
What does it really mean to be a Christian? In a world where everything from sports to politics, social media to podcasts, and movies to television vies for our attention, we need to get back to what is essential. We...
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The Westminster Confession of Faith is one of the most precise and comprehensive statements of biblical Christianity, and it is treasured by believers around the world. Dr. R.C. Sproul has called it one of the most important confessions of faith ever penned, and it has helped generations of Christians understand and defend what they believe.
In Truths We Confess, Dr. Sproul introduces readers to this remarkable confession, explaining its insights...
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Every one of us gets anywhere in life due to three things: someone observes us, forms an opinion about us, and decides to give us an opportunity... or not. Likewise, we do the same thing with others. People have played this essential role in our lives, and we play it in the lives of those around us-and no matter how skilled we've become, we can play it even better.
The sequence applies in business, the church, marriages, parenting, and friendships....
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There has been renewed interest in the five points of Calvinism among many Christians today. But these doctrines are not a product of the twenty-first century. So where did they come from, and why are they so important? Dr. W. Robert Godfrey takes us back to 1618-19 when the Canons of Dort were written in response to a mounting theological assault on Reformed Christianity. Now, for its four-hundredth anniversary, he offers a new translation and pastoral...
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Daily Advent devotions that will help you to slow down and appreciate the wonder of Christmas.
These straightforward, short, and profound Advent readings have been edited from talks given by much-loved Bible teacher, Dr. R.C. Sproul, helping readers to benefit from his enduring insight and wisdom. They delve into the details of the Christmas story and reflect on how these impact our lives now, combining scholarly detail with heartwarming application....
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NEW EDITION!
Did you know? Most scholars say we cannot learn the identity of the Antichrist today. Indeed, they believe that looking for him at the present time is a waste of time.
But how many people realize that Scripture says:
• It is the duty of the Church to solve the 666 code (Rev. 13:18).
• It is the duty of Christians to recognize false christs (Mt. 24:5).
• God will guide us into "all truth" concerning "things to come" (Jn. 16:13)....
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When Jesus commanded His followers to go and make disciples of all nations, He instructed them to baptize those disciples in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Since baptism is a central part of life in the church, why has it been controversial and divisive among so many Christians?
In Baptism: Answers to Common Questions, Dr. Guy M. Richard tackles the key questions people have about baptism: What does it mean? Is it necessary...
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As Jesus was celebrating His final Passover meal, He made some bold statements. First, He took the bread and said, This is my body. Then He took the cup, saying, This is my blood. Next, He commanded the disciples to eat and drink in remembrance of Him.
What did Jesus mean? Do the bread and wine literally become His body and blood? What happens when Christians take the Lord's Supper?
In The Lord's Supper: Answers to Common Questions, Dr. Keith A....
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The word tension comes from the Latin word tendere, which means "to stretch." It's not a bad thing to be stretched in our careers, our parenting, our ministries, or our leadership. Without tension, we become stagnant and stop growing. In fact, we might even say that tension is both inevitable and, in many cases, desirable in life and leadership.
In Harnessing the Power of Tension: Stretched but Not Broken, international leadership consultant Sam...
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Now, more than ever, an increasing number of experts are convinced that the Antichrist will not come out of Europe. Instead, they say, he will come from one of the Islamic nations that now surround Israel.
However, this is one case where the experts are almost certainly wrong. Indeed, a thorough analysis of the pertinent data proves that it's actually impossible for the Antichrist to be a Muslim or an Arab. And all of that data and analysis can be...
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God gave us His Word so that we may know Him and live by His truth. So, what should we do when we're reading the Bible and a difficult passage stops us in our tracks? Sometimes the solution is right there on the page-if we know where to look-while other passages gain clarity in light of the rest of the Bible or its historical background. With the help of an experienced guide, we can overcome the obstacles to our progress and know God's Word more deeply....
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A trustworthy and respected guide for pastors and church leadership in the post-quarantine world, providing hope and vision for the future of your congregation.
From thousands of surveys of church leaders and in-person consultations, Thom Rainer and his Church Answers team have gathered the essential wisdom you will need to face the challenges and opportunities that the quarantine crisis creates for the local church, including:
• New and better...
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An Introduction to the Theology and Themes of 2 Corinthians by Dane C. Ortlund
Best known for its interpersonal, emotionally raw, and pastorally distressed tone, 2 Corinthians is one of Paul's most distinctive epistles. In this letter to his complicated church in Corinth, Paul aims to expand on the deeply paradoxical nature of the Christian life. The importance of understanding this key doctrine makes 2 Corinthians an ideal study for believers...
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Discover a Natural Way to Share the Love of Christ.
Think about an incredibly joyful event in your life. Perhaps you got a job you desperately wanted, or you were really proud of something you made. Do you remember how you couldn't wait to talk about it? You were willing and eager to have a conversation about it with anyone who would listen! Why doesn't our excitement for Jesus overflow from our lives in a similar and natural way?
In this book,...
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A convenient and easy way for pastors to ask for the prayer support they desperately need.
"Will you pray for me?" is a question pastors hear every day. But when have you heard a pastor ask that question for themselves? Frankly, it's rare. That was the question Thom Rainer asked his congregation. The response was overwhelming. Within two days, more than one hundred people committed to praying for him, and the church was transformed over the next...
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William C. Davis, one of America's best Civil War historians, here offers a definitive portrait of the Confederacy unlike any that has come before. Drawing on decades of writing and research among an unprecedented number of archives, Look Away! tells the story of the Confederate States of America not simply as a military saga (although it is that), but rather as a full portrait of a society and incipient nation. The first history of the Confederacy...
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While most of us have heard about Christians suffering for their faith, we tend to think "persecution" mainly impacts believers in times past or in hostile nations today, far removed from our daily lives. But this eye-opening book describes the various stages of persecution, revealing that persecution is something all followers of the Way can expect to face in this fallen world.
Trouble on the Way will not only help readers recognize persecution...