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Captivating Video Series Updated Edition
$29.99Add to cartEvery woman was once a little girl. And every little girl holds in her heart her most precious dreams. She longs to be swept up into a romance, to play an irreplaceable role in a great adventure, to be the beauty of the story. Those desires are far more than child’s play. They are the secret to the feminine heart.
And yet, how many women ever find that life? As the years pass by, the heart of a woman gets pushed aside, wounded, buried. She finds no romance except in novels, no adventure except on television, and she doubts very much that she will ever be the Beauty in any tale.
Most women think they have to settle for a life of efficiency and duty, striving to be the women they ought to be, but often feeling they have failed. Sadly, too many messages for Christian women add to the pressure. Do these ten things, and you will be a godly woman. The effect has not been good on the feminine soul. But her heart is still there. Sometimes when she watches a movie, sometimes in the wee hours of the night, her heart begins to speak again. A thirst rises within her to find the life she was meant to live, the life she dreamed of as a little girl.In this video Bible study (study guide sold separately), the message of Captivating is that your heart matters more than anything else in all creation. The desires you had as a little girl and the longings you still feel are telling you of the life God created you to live. He offers to come now, as the Hero of your story-to rescue your heart and release you to live as a fully alive and feminine woman. A woman who is truly captivating
Sessions include:
The Heart of a Woman
The Wound
Healing the Wound
Beauty to Unveil
Loving a Man
Warrior PrincessDesigned for use with the Captivating Study Guide (sold separately). Continue Reading Captivating Video Series Updated Edition
Wild At Heart Video Series Updated Edition
$29.99Add to cartIn this updated edition of the bestselling classic, author John Eldredge reminds men they need adventure in their lives . . . in their work, in their love, and their spiritual lives. He reveals how God designed men to be dangerous. Simply look at the dreams and desires written in the heart of every boy: to be a hero, to be a warrior, and to live a life of adventure and risk. Sadly, most men today have abandoned these dreams and desires-aided by a Christianity that feels like nothing more than pressure to be a nice guy. It is no wonder that many men avoid church, and those who go are often passive and bored to death.
In this provocative six-session video study (study guide sold separately), John Eldredge explains how God wants to heal these deep wounds from earlier years that take away a man’s confidence and-in some cases-his masculinity. He shows that deep within the heart of every man is a longing for a battle to fight, an adventure to live, and a beauty to rescue-because that is how God created him. It is time for the church to reclaim these wounded warriors. It is time to give men permission to be what God designed them to be-dangerous, passionate, alive, and free!
Sessions include:
1. The Heart of a Man
2. The Wound
3. A Battle to Fight
4. An Adventure to Live
5. A Beauty to Rescue
6. A Band of BrothersDesigned for use with the Wild at Heart Study Guide (sold separately). Continue Reading Wild At Heart Video Series Updated Edition
1 Corinthians
$39.99Add to cartBecome a fool for Christ with 1 Corinthians.
1 Corinthians is one of the most gripping books in the Bible. In this letter, Paul, the complicated, layered apostle, writes to the people trying a wild new social experiment known as a Christian community. Not unlike the church today, this community dealt with factions, sexual immorality, gender issues, money issues, theological questions, lawsuits, problems in worship, and problems in leadership.
In 1 Corinthians: Searching the Depths of God, Jamie Clark-Soles explores these topics and the awe inspiring, breathtaking world of the first-century church. Examining the teachings of Paul, she addresses church history, the logic of the cross, spiritual gifts, death, afterlife and the resurrection, human sexuality, and the joys and challenges of living in community. Participants will learn to look at 1 Corinthians from a variety of viewpoints and apply its lessons to their own faith.
The six-session DVD features Jamie Clark-Soles guiding participants through the study. The video sessions are approximately 10-12 minutes in length and, when combined with the six book chapters, make an ideal six-week group study. All videos sessions are closed captioned. Continue Reading 1 Corinthians
Marriage Course DVD Revised And Updated
$39.99Add to cartToday we are facing a global crisis when it comes to families. Marriages are under more pressure than ever. Many children are growing up without experiencing the security of their parents’ love and commitment to each other-and consequently are finding it harder to receive God’s unconditional love. There is an urgent need to invest in marriage and family life, for strong societies are built on strong families, and strong families are built on strong marriages.
The Marriage Course, developed by Nicky and Sila Lee of Alpha, has been revised and updated to provide practical tools to help couples at every stage of their relationship. This update includes talks from experts including Dr. Gray Chapman, Dr. Henry Cloud, and Dr. Sue Johnson on topics such as money, sex, love languages, healthy boundaries, and building connections. The course will also cover how couples can:
*Better understand each other’s needs
*Communicate more effectively
*Grow closer by learning methods to resolve conflicts
*Recover from the way they may have hurt each other
*Recognize how their upbringing has affected their relationship
*Improve relationships with parents and in-lawsThe Marriage Course is based on a Christian understanding of love and serves to strengthen marriages within the church while being accessible for all couples from any cultural background, with or without a background in the Christian faith.
SESSIONS:
1. Building Strong Foundations
2. The Art of Communication
3. Resolving Conflict
4. The Power of Forgiveness
5. The Impact of Family-Past and Present
6. Good Sex
7. Love in ActionExtra Session: Coping with Times of Separation
This DVD includes a Leader’s Guide, also sold separately. Continue Reading Marriage Course DVD Revised And Updated
Courage : Jesus And The Call To Brave Faith
$39.99Add to cartCourage is the foundational virtue required for the Christian life. But often we wonder if we have what it takes to live the vital life Jesus offers his disciples.
In Courage: Jesus and the Call to Brave Faith, pastor and author Tom Berlin challenges us to unlock the courage that we already possess as Christ followers. By examining the life of Christ, we will begin to understand what true courage is and how God works in the lives of Christ followers as they exhibit a brave faith. Once we have eyes to hear what Jesus is showing us, once have ears to hear, we can begin to find the remarkable life Jesus offers us.
The six-session DVD features Tom Berlin guiding participants through the study. The video sessions are approximately 10-12 minutes in length and, when combined with the six book chapters, make an ideal six-week group study. All videos sessions are closed captioned. Continue Reading Courage : Jesus And The Call To Brave Faith
1 Corinthians A Video Study
$139.99Add to cartScholar Paul Gardner uses the historical, theological and literary elements of Paul’s letters to guide his interpretation of this early Christian letter in 1 Corinthians, A Video Study. His discussions of how the biblical text delivers consistent, challenging instruction will help pastors, church leaders, and Bible students to better understand the message of Paul to the Corinthians for today. Accessible to anyone seeking to learn more from Paul and the New Testament, these lessons examine the biblical text in its original environment, with an emphasis on practical messages and episodes of great theological depth.
Alongside the 1 Corinthians commentary in the Zondervan Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament series, 1 Corinthians, A Video Study explores the book passage-by-passage. This letter to the Corinthians has been employed through generations of the church’s teaching on matters as diverse as marriage and singleness, sexual conduct and immorality, idolatry, use of spiritual gifts, the last things, the wisdom of the world and its impact on the church, pride, problems between the wealthy and the poor, church unity, and many other subjects. Gardner provides interpretive insights into the background and meaning of the text and discusses how the message fits within the book itself and within broader biblical-theological context. Viewers will discover applications for today and see 1 Corinthians through new eyes. Continue Reading 1 Corinthians A Video Study
How To Worship A King Video Series
$24.99Add to cartAs priests, our purpose is to minister to God through worship and then carry His light and glory to a dark, hurting world. This is the most extraordinary privilege ever extended to flesh and blood. So why do many believers miss out on the joy and transformation that come from stepping into their priestly roles?
Pastor Zach Neese shares powerful biblical truths and practical encouragement to help believers deepen their understanding of and passion for worship. He also offers time-tested wisdom for pastors and worship pastors. Continue Reading How To Worship A King Video Series
Sons Not Servants
$24.99Add to cartOne of the most powerful parables Jesus told is about the prodigal son in Luke 15. This young man made many mistakes and felt unworthy of an intimate relationship with his father. Believers today often think that their mistakes disqualify them from being children of God, but our heavenly Father does not see it that way.
God gives every believer a robe of righteousness, a ring of authority, and shoes of sonship, which reflect the glorious truth of our relationship with Him.
In this three-part study designed for group experience or individual reflection, Pastor Robert Morris teaches:
*What it means to live righteously as God’s children
*How we have authority over the enemy’s schemes
*Why our relationship with God is by grace, not what we do Continue Reading Sons Not Servants
God Is
$24.99Add to cartIt’s important to have a healthy view of God–one that is based not on your feelings or opinions. Your beliefs about God influence how you live, how you view yourself and others, and even how you respond to life’s trials. Your understanding about God also affects your relationship with Him and should be based on the truth of the Bible.
In this five-part study designed for group experience or individual reflection, Pastor Robert Morris offers a fresh perspective on God the Father’s character and heart. You will be encouraged as you learn:
*How believing in the goodness of God helps you enjoy life
*How God is fully merciful and fully just at the same time
*How God is faithful and worthy of your trust
*How God’s grace is unmerited, unearned, and unlimited
*How God wants to partner with you in His plan for your lifeYour heavenly Father never changes. He loves you more than you’ll ever know! Continue Reading God Is
3 Steps To Victory
$24.99Add to cartDo you struggle spiritually, physically, professionally, or in your closest relationships? We all want success in every area of life. Here is the good news: if you are a follower of Jesus, He has already given you a way to overcome these struggles.
In this three-part study designed for individual reflection or group experience, Pastor Robert Morris shares how to achieve personal victory. He explains the importance of:
*Aligning your words and thoughts with God’s Word
*Allowing the Bible to transform your mind, will, and emotions
*Experiencing God’s presence and power with other believersThis study will challenge you, inspire you, and give you the practical steps to become more than a conqueror! Continue Reading 3 Steps To Victory
New Testament Challenge Video Study
$19.99Add to cartWant to shake up the way you read the Bible? Take the New Testament Challenge!
The New Testament Challenge is a simple but revolutionary idea: What if we gave people a New Testament with the books arranged in a disruptive yet insightful sequence, and invited them to read it all the way through?
In The New Testament Challenge Video Study, pastor and Bible teacher Jeff Manion introduces the books you will be reading in the coming week in a special edition of the New Testament called The Books of the Bible, New Testament. By reading this Bible, which arranges the books with each of the four gospels at the beginning of a group of related books, you gain insights and make connections between books in a way that is both revealing and fascinating. Jeff guides you through this reading experience by sharing the key characters and themes you will encounter as you read, and he gives insights into the relevance of each book of the New Testament.
Take the challenge! Read through the entire New Testament in a way you have never experienced before, and encounter God in a fresh new way.
Sessions include:*
1. Luke-Acts (10:00)
2. Luke-Acts, 1-2 Thessalonians (10:00)
3. 1-2 Corinthians, Galatians, Romans (10:00)
4. Romans, Colossians, Ephesians, Philemon, Philippians, 1 Timothy, Titus, 2 Timothy (10:00)
5. Matthew (10:00)
6. Hebrews, James, Mark (10:00)
7. 1-2 Peter, Jude, John (10:00)
8. 1-3 John, Revelation (10:00)*The DVD includes lifetime access to streaming video of all sessions.
Designed for use with The Books of the Bible, New Testament (9780310448020) and The New Testament Challenge Study Journal (9780310125044), both sold separately. Continue Reading New Testament Challenge Video Study
Words Of Life
$39.99Add to cartNearly everyone has heard of the Ten Commandments, the list of thou-shalt-nots found in the Bible. Jesus saw these commandments not as onerous burdens, but as guideposts to help us experience a good and beautiful life.
In this book of Scripture and inspiration, bestselling author Adam Hamilton brings modern eyes to the most important set of ethics in history. He considers the commandments in their historical context, considering the meaning of each commandment in Hebrew, unpacking how Jesus reinterpreted them, and showing how every thou-shalt-not was intended to point to a life-giving thou shalt. He also explores how the latest research in science and psychology illuminates these commandments, rightly understood, as a way of ordering one’s life beautifully in the present day. In a culture marked by workaholism, materialism, and social media-driven envy, God has given us a time-tested path that leads to gratitude, confidence, and peace.
The six-session DVD features Adam Hamilton guiding participants through the study. The video sessions are approximately 10-12 minutes in length and, when combined with the six book chapters, make an ideal six-week group study. All videos sessions are closed captioned. Continue Reading Words Of Life