- The Cross and Christian Ministry by
D.A. Carson
Is the cross truly the center of your ministry? What can a
first-century view of the cross teach us about Christian leadership? Plenty,
says this respected New Testament scholar. Today we commonly see images of the cross adorning churches,
dangling from necklaces, and gleaming from lapels. Yet the image that is so
sanitized for us today was grotesque and abhorrent to those living in the first
century. It was a symbol of evil, torture, and shame. It is this realistic and
horrifying view of the cross that should call us to Christian ministry and
compel us to share the Good News of Christ's triumph over death. In his thorough exposition of 1 Corinthians, Carson explores
factionalism, servant-leadership, shaping "world" Christians, and the source of knowledge in order to help Christian leaders learn
principles for dynamic, cross-centered worship. Carson therefore
presents a comprehensive view of what the death of Christ means in preaching
and ministering to God's people. Essentially, this exposition will help you gain a better understanding of what the death of Christ
means in ministering to God's people.
- Power Through Prayer by
E.M. Bounds
Pastor and civil war chaplain E. M. Bounds penned his slim classic
on prayer for the simple reason that Christians don't pray enough. "The
little estimate we put on prayer is evident from the little time we give to
it," he wrote. "Talking to men for God is a great thing, but talking
to God for men is greater still." Bounds considered conversation with God as foundational to
the Christian's life as breathing. He devoted the last 17 years of his life to
intense intercession and to penning some of the most powerful and popular works
on prayer.
Indeed, there is power through
prayer! For many Christians, prayer is nothing special, just something we're
supposed to do- go to church, tithe, read the Bible, pray. But prayer should be
so much more than an item on our "to do" lists. With this time-tested manual for powerful prayer, you will:
discover how effective prayers can transform you into a dynamic Christian, gain
a deeper understanding of God's Word, experience personal and direct
communication with God like never before, and know the fullness of divine
power. This concise volume can help all
Christians rediscover the source of spiritual power in their life.
- Systematic Theology by
Wayne Grudem
The
Christian church has a long tradition of systematic theology, that is, studying
theology and doctrine organized around fairly standard categories such as the
Word of God, redemption, and Jesus Christ. This introductory textbook on
systematic theology has several distinctive features:
- A strong emphasis
on the scriptural basis for each doctrine and teaching
- Clear writing,
with technical terms kept to a minimum
- A contemporary
approach, treating subjects of special interest to the church today
- A friendly tone,
appealing to the emotions and the spirit as well as the intellect
- Frequent
application to life
- Resources for
worship with each chapter
- Bibliographies
with each chapter that cross-reference subjects to a wide range of other
systematic theologies
- Bible Doctrine by
Wayne Grudem
How do we know the Bible is God's Word? What is sin and where did
it come from? How is Jesus fully God and fully man? What are spiritual gifts?
When and how will Christ return? If you've asked questions like these, then
"systematic theology" is no abstract term. It's an approach to
finding answers every Christian needs to know.
Abridged
from Grudem's Systematic Theology and made accessible to the average
reader, Bible Doctrine covers the same essentials of the
faith, giving you a firm grasp on seven key topics:
- The Doctrine of
the Word of God
- The Doctrine of
God
- The Doctrine of
Man
- The Doctrine of
Christ
- The Doctrine of
the Application of Redemption
- The Doctrine of
the Church
- The Doctrine of
the Future
Like Systematic
Theology, this book is marked by
its clarity, its strong scriptural emphasis, its thoroughness in scope and
detail, and its treatment of such timely topics as spiritual warfare and the
gifts of the Spirit. But you don't need to have had several years of Bible
school to reap the full benefits of Bible
Doctrine. It's easy to
understand---and it's packed with solid, biblical answers to your most
important questions.
- Humility: True Greatness by
C.J. Mahaney
God clearly states that he is drawn to
the humble. He's also clear that He opposes the proud. These two, humility and
pride, cannot coexist. Where one is fostered, the other is defeated.
Which
will you pursue? C.J. Mahaney paints a striking picture of the daily
battle quietly raging within every Christian and asks whether you will
passively accommodate the enemy of your soul, pride, or actively cultivate your
best friend, humility. It's
the clash between our sense of stubborn self-sufficiency and God's call to
recognize that we're really nothing without Him. It's pride versus humility.
And it's a fight we can't win without looking repeatedly to Christ and the
cross. When you
acknowledge the deception of pride and intentionally humble yourself, you
become free to savor abundant mercies and unlikely graces. You will find a new
life is yours - a life God richly favors. A God-glorifying life you don't want
to miss.
C. J. Mahaney raises a battle cry
to daily, diligently, and deliberately weaken our greatest enemy (pride) and
cultivate our greatest friend (humility). His thorough examination clarifies
misconceptions, revealing the truth about why God detests pride and turns His
active attention to the humble. Because pride is never passive, defeating it
demands an intentional attack. The blessing that follows is God's abundant
favor. Humility: True Greatness, is an amazing challenge to believers to think
seriously about how much weight God has placed on humility.
- Humility by
Andrew Murray
"Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall
lift you up" (James 4:10). Is your walk with God stale? Are the same old
things just not working as you seek intimacy and God's power for you life? When Jesus "made himself nothing ... taking the nature of a
servant," He modeled for all believers true humility. Murray calls this
"our true nobility" and "the distinguishing feature of
discipleship." In twelve brief but powerful chapters, Murray journeys
through Scripture and Christ's life, underscoring the utmost need for
humility---as opposed to pride---in the Christian's life. With insightful,
penetrating clarity, Murray calls all Christians to turn from pride, empty
themselves, and study the character of Christ to be filled with His grace.
Often called the best work on
humility ever written, in this work you will
find refreshment for your spiritual journey and learn that humble dependence on
God is the basis of all genuine blessing. You will
learn to model your life after Jesus' life, discover the secret of dying to
self and living for God, find joy in service, invigorate your prayers, add
power to your witnessing, bring your focus back to God, and walk in His will as
never before! "By humility and the fear of the LORD are riches, and
honour, and life" (Proverbs 22:4).
- God’s Big Picture by
Vaughan Roberts
Does the Bible sometimes seem like a confusing jumble of books,
authors, and stories? Roberts's excellent overview takes a wide-angle view of
Scripture, showing how the various parts of the Bible consolidate into one
united theme - the kingdom of God. With this encouraging tool guiding you,
you'll be reading God's Word with new confidence and understanding.
- Gospel Primer by
Milton Vincent
God did not give us His gospel just so we could embrace it and
be converted. He offers it to us every day as a gift that keeps on giving us
everything we need for life and godliness. To the Christians in Rome, the Apostle Paul wrote, "I am
eager to preach the gospel to you who are at Rome" (Romans 1:15).
Evidently, Christians need to hear the gospel even after conversion. A Gospel
Primer for Christians is designed to do just that. Use this book to preach the gospel to
yourself on a daily basis, to
strengthen your faith, and to define what you believe and why. You will be amazed at the difference it can make in your life!
- Bible Believer’s Commentary by
William MacDonald
Written to give "the average
Christian reader a basic knowledge of what the Holy Bible is all about,"
the Believer's Bible Commentary is a one-volume commentary on the
entire Bible based on the New King James Version (NKJV). Author William
MacDonald has compiled an insightful and applicable commentary, with
introductions, notes, and bibliographies for each book of the Bible. This
commentary is both a verse-by-verse exposition (in the New Testament, Psalms,
Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes) and a paragraph-by-paragraph exposition (all other
Old Testament books). Passages in the Old Testament which point toward Christ
are given special attention.
The
Believer's Bible Commentary is clear and understandable enough for everyday
use--turning complicated theology into practical understanding. It will enrich
your understanding of Scripture, and is friendly guide to exploring the deeper
meanings of every book, with numerous photographs, maps and charts interspersed
throughout. MacDonald tackles the controversial issues head-on, taking a
theologically conservative stand, yet presenting alternate views with fairness.
Overview of
the Believer's Bible Commentary:
- Theologically
conservative (Evangelical)
- Based on the New
King James Version (NKJV)
- A combination of
verse-by-verse and paragraph-by-paragraph exposition
- Numerous charts,
maps, and illustrations
- Non-technical (no
knowledge of Hebrew, Greek or Aramaic necessary)
- Geared toward
the average Christian, but helpful to pastors and students as well
- Thorough and
comprehensive, yet accessible
Make
a personal, systematic study of the Bible a part of your daily life with the
thorough yet easy-to-use Believer’s Bible Commentary.
- Gospel According to Jesus by
John MacArthur
What did Jesus mean when he said, "Follow me"? In this
classic work, MacArthur warns against "easy believism" that has characterized some aspects of evangelical Christianity, explains his understanding of biblical faith and works,
emphasizes the cost of discipleship, and reinforces his conviction that there's
no eternal life without surrender to the lordship of Christ. In The Gospel According to Jesus challenges Christians to
re-evaluate their commitment to Christ by examining their fruits. MacArthur
asks, “What does it really mean to be saved?” He urges readers to understand
that their conversion was more than a mere point in time, that, by definition,
it includes a lifetime of obediently walking with Jesus as Lord.
This Scripture-based book
contains one new chapter and is further revised to provide Christians in the
21st century a fresh perspective on the intrinsic relationship between faith
and works, clearly revealing Why Jesus is both Savior and Lord to all who
believe.
- The Calvary Road by
Roy Hession
Do you long for revival and power in your life? Learn how Jesus
can fill you with His Spirit through brokenness, repentance and confession.
Hession, a missionary and evangelist, wrote "The Calvary Road" after
experiencing a spiritual crisis in his own life. He knew he had lost the power
of the Holy Spirit's presence and needed revival. God met him in his need, just
as he can meet you and revive the dying embers in your heart. Hession profiles
the nature of religious revival and lays out the prerequisites and consequences
of the activity of God in the heart of the hungry seeker. Seize this opportunity
to learn how Jesus can fill you with His Spirit through brokenness, repentance
and confession.
- Pursuit of God by
A.W. Tozer
In the muddle of day-to-day life, have you somehow forgotten that
Christianity is a living, vibrant relationship with a personal God? The
Pursuit of God reminds and challenges you to renew your relationship with your
loving God. In each of the 10 chapters, Tozer explains one aspect of hungering
for God and ends with a prayer. Whether you are thirsting for more of God, or
do not yet know of the “mighty longing after God” that so consumed Tozer’s life
and ministry, this book will draw you into a deep, abiding relationship with
the One who “nourishes the soul.” This spiritual masterpiece exposes the
roadblocks that keep us from fully knowing God, reveals our responsibility of
the pursuit, and ultimately leads us into the very presence of God Himself.
- Spiritual Leadership by
J. Oswald Sanders
In this classic, J. Oswald Sanders
explores the essential qualities of a godly leader---and offers sterling
examples from Scripture and Christian history through the lives of David,
Moses, Nehemiah, the Apostle Paul, David Livingstone, and Charles Spurgeon.
Discover why Spiritual Leadership continues to equip tomorrow's ministers---and
challenges today's shepherds---toward greater effectiveness!
- Living by the Book by
Howard Hendricks
How would you describe your personal Bible study? Mundane or
motivational? Lack luster or lively? Redundant or reviving? Do you feel guilty
about not enjoying personal Bible study? Ever wonder how some people can
percolate with enthusiasm over the same passages that leaves you unmoved?
Father and son authors Howard and Bill Hendricks believe practicing effective
inductive Bible study methods can make the difference. This book offers a
practical 3-step process that will help you master simple yet effective
inductive methods of observation, interpretation, and application that will
make all the difference in your time with God's Word!
The adventure of your life
awaits! In the Bible you can interact with a living God who wants a
personal relationship with you. And no special skills are needed. If you can
read, you can glean important insight from Scripture. "Living by
the Book" will help you engage God’ s Word like never before. In simple
step-by-step fashion, you’ ll learn how to: Observe. Let Scripture speak
to you individually. Interpret. Develop the tools to properly understand
biblical text. Apply. Learn how to allow Scripture to transform your
life. "Start your journey today."
After taking Howard’s course at
Dallas Theological Seminary, Chuck Swindoll said, "What a difference it
would make if all God’s people could get hold of the techniques and principles
necessary for the cultivation of their own spiritual nourishment."
- 50 People Every Christian Should Know by
Warren Weirsbe
Does the pressure of the world feel overwhelming? We all need inspiration to lead lives that honor God. When our
faith is weak or the pressures of the world seem overwhelming, remembering the
great men and women of the past can inspire us to renewed strength and
purpose. 50 People Every Christian Should Know presents the great men and
women of the past including: