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Insourcing: Bringing Discipleship Back to the Local Church (Leadership Network Innovation Series)
by Chip Ingram Kitti Murray Randy PopeToo many of today’s pastors and leaders mistakenly think that thriving programs, lively worship services, and relevant preaching are adequate for developing people into the spiritual dynamos God desires. In many churches, the primary objective of the church—personally discipling individuals into mature followers of Jesus—has been “outsourced” to large-scale programs. But are people truly being disciple and taught how to follow Jesus? Are they growing in spiritual depth and missional determination? Twenty-five years ago, the leadership team of Perimeter, Randy Pope’s rapidly growing church realized that nothing but personal discipleship could account for the uniqueness of individuals and the call of God on each person’s life. Perimeter calls their approach “life-on-life missional discipleship,” and this book tells the story of how they learned to bring discipleship back from the margins of church life to the mainstream. Many pastors and leaders are slowly awakening to the reality that current models of ministry just aren’t working the way they had hoped they would. Randy’s journey as a pastor will encourage you and invite you to consider the effectiveness and fruitfulness of your own church’s discipleship efforts.
Inspira Tu Día
by Ulrike Maria Marcela Gutiérrez BravoHay miles de afirmaciones en el Internet en estos días, que suenan todas correctas y buenas y, ciertamente, parecen un paso en la dirección correcta. Sin embargo, no significan nada si solamente las lees y no las aplicas activamente. Tu vida no cambiará a menos que emplees estos pensamientos nuevos diariamente. Mi trabajo se trata de cambiar mis y tus patrones de pensamiento en un paso a paso simple. También lleva a conceptos Universales más altos, atando las Consciencias Universal e Individual; para descubrir que todos somos uno solo. Este es un enfoque muy diferente y práctico, realizable por cualquiera que tenga el sincero deseo de mejorar su vida y medio ambiente. Se trata de la aplicación y no solo afirmaciones. Sin importar cuán a menudo repitas las afirmaciones, no se manifestarán a menos que actúes. Puedes pensar que comprendes las Leyes Universales y que tienes una idea de algunas Dimensiones… y ¿qué? El creer y comprender vienen de la experiencia. AL probarme a mí y sí, al probarte a ti, que las Leyes funciona y cómo lo hacen. Conlleva un compromiso para encontrar la Verdad. ‘Busca y encontrarás’, requiere una fuerte hambre de comprensión de la Vida. Requiere aprendizaje del amor, enseñanza y curiosidad. Todos somos estudiantes y maestros. Aprendemos unos de los otros. Vemos en el otro lo que admiramos o lo que despreciamos, dependiendo de lo que hemos aprendido. Es importante saber esta verdad y usar esta valiosa herramienta para mejorar.
Inspiración Diaria: de la Nueva Versión Internacional
by ZondervanInspiración Diaria Cada día la vida nos presenta retos..y cada día la Palabra de Dios nos ofrece dirección para enfrentarlos. Inspiración Diaria es una colección de lecturas bíblicas de la Nueva Versión Internacional, que pude usarse en cualquier momento del año para renovación, entendimiento y dirección diaria sobre asuntos como la acción de gracias, el servicio y mucho más.
Inspiración diaria para una vida con propósito: Versículos bíblicos y reflexiones de los 40 días con propósito de Rick Warren
by Rick WarrenInspiracion Diara para una vida con propósito interrelaciona muchos versiculos biblicos seleccionados por el autor, Rick Warren, con reflexiones provenientes de su éxito de ventas según el New York Tiems: Una vida con Propósito. Diseñado para usarse de forma individual como un libro apropiado para la refelxión diaria, o como una fácil herramienta de referencia mientras leen Una vida con propósito, cada sección corresponde a uno de los 40 Días de propósito.
Inspiración en los Salmos: Decretos que renuevan su mente y su corazón
by Elizabeth A. NixonCree una atmósfera celestial con estos poderosos decretos Si lo que usted quiere es poder para cambiar las circunstancias, el pensamiento positivo nunca será suficiente. Los decretos bíblicos operan en el dominio sobrenatural con la autoridad de una orden judicial, abriendo puertas a las bendiciones y a la plenitud del reino de los cielos. Inspiración en los Salmos le muestra cómo: - Ordenar los propósitos y las promesas de Dios para su vida - Renovar su mente con la verdad de Dios - Ver el reino de los cielos manifestado en su vida ¡Comience hoy! Cuando usted decreta la provisión de Dios y sus bendiciones sobre su vida y familia, cualquier propósito contra esta provisión y bendición no ha de prosperar.
Inspiration and Incarnation: Evangelicals and the Problem of the Old Testament SECOND EDITION
by Peter EnnsHow can an evangelical view of Scripture be reconciled with modern biblical scholarship? In this book Peter Enns, an expert in biblical interpretation, addresses Old Testament phenomena that challenge traditional evangelical perspectives on Scripture. He then suggests a way forward, proposing an incarnational model of biblical inspiration that takes seriously both the divine and the human aspects of Scripture. This tenth anniversary edition has an updated bibliography and includes a substantive postscript that reflects on the reception of the first edition.
The Inspiration and Interpretation of Scripture: What the Early Church Can Teach Us
by Michael GravesWhat is true of Scripture as a result of being inspired? What should divine inspiration cause us to expect from it? The answers to these questions in the early church related not just to the nature of Scripture's truth claims but to the manner in which Scripture was to be interpreted.In this book Michael Graves delves into what Christians in the first five centuries believed about the inspiration of Scripture, identifying the ideas that early Christians considered to be logical implications of biblical inspiration. Many books presume to discuss how some current trend relates to the "traditional" view of biblical inspiration; this one actually describes in a detailed and nuanced way what the "traditional" view is and explores the differences between ancient and modern assumptions on the topic.Accessible and engaging, The Inspiration and Interpretation of Scripture presents a rich network of theological ideas about the Bible together with critical engagement with the biblical text.
The Inspiration and Truth of Sacred Scripture
by Pontificia Commissio Biblica Staff Catholic ChurchIn his 2009 post-synodal apostolic exhortation Verbum Domini, Pope Benedict XVI pointed out that “theological reflection has always considered inspiration and truth as two key concepts for an ecclesial hermeneutic of the sacred Scriptures” and that there is today the need “for a fuller and more adequate study of these realities, in order to better respond to the need of interpreting the sacred texts in accordance with their nature.”<P><P> The Inspiration and Truth of Sacred Scripture: The Word That Comes from God and Speaks of God for the Salvation of the World is the contribution of the Pontifical Biblical Commission toward a more adequate understanding of the concepts of inspiration and truth that respects both the nature of the Bible and its significance for the life of the Church. Drawing on a close reading of the Scriptures themselves, the document focuses on three main aspects: 1. The inspiration of Sacred Scripture and the exploration of its divine provenance2. The truth of the Word of God, emphasizing the message about God and his project of salvation3. Challenges that arise from the Bible itself, on account of certain aspects that seem inconsistent with its quality of being the Word of God Reading this document, formally approved by Pope Francis, will strengthen the reader to receive the word of God—in the liturgical assembly and in every other place—in its theological, Christological, soteriological, and ecclesiological context in a way that corresponds ever more closely to this unique gift of God whereby God communicates his very self and invites us into communion with him.
Inspiration for a Man Cave
by Fred AshWhen Jesus taught, he used illustrations from everyday life, farming, sheep herding, even dish washing. Inspiration for a Man Cave follows that example and provides a series of 100 daily readings based upon real life experiences that men enjoy--fishing, cars, building, gardening and sailing--and relates these to biblical teaching. This book inspires men to look around them and see that God speaks to them everywhere.The author, besides being a pastor and an editor of Christian magazines, is also an avid fisherman, boater and gardener who also likes cars and woodworking.
Inspiration for Christian Teen Girls: A Weekly Devotional & Journal
by Katara Washington PattonKeep God with you as you travel the road to adulthood—guidance for teen girls ages 13 and up Find comfort and inspiration with the latest in Christian books for teen girls. Inspiration for Christian Teen Girls is a devotional and guided journal that brings you closer to God. Insightful writing prompts reflect on who you are, who you want to be, and how you can grow into that person through self-expression and faith. With plain, modern language, this is one of the only Christian books for teen girls that presents God's Word in simple readings that are easy to understand. Discover wisdom on everything from bullies, to social media, relationships, and more—and how God is with you in every situation. Christian books for teen girls should have all this: No time pressure—The weekly prompts are engaging and deep, followed by plenty of space for you to write your truths for a full year. Suggestions for prayer—The sample prayer at the end of each devotion connects you to God in your own way. You and beyond—Use this new entry into Christian books for teen girls to spark further discussions with your family and friends. Let your faith be your guide on your path to growing up, with this progressive option in Christian books for teen girls.
Inspiration for the Weary Therapist: A Practical Clinical Companion
by David KlowInspiration for the Weary Therapist is a companion for the modern practitioner. Addressing a diverse audience and written by a master clinician and supervisor, Inspiration for the Weary Therapist helps modern therapists traverse the complicated landscape of practicing therapy in the age of COVID-19. Instead of a heavy, theoretical approach that can leave the already exhausted therapist feeling more overwhelmed, Inspiration for the Weary Therapist guides readers through challenging professional situations, soothes them during upsetting clinical moments, and encourages them to keep going during changing times. Rather than teaching mental health professionals how to practice, this book helps them believe in themselves again and reconnect with their confidence as clinicians through increased self-compassion and personal growth. This practical and helpful guide is essential reading for all mental health practitioners who are searching for inspiration and motivation and who want to reconnect to what it means to be a therapist.
Inspired: Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again
by Rachel Held EvansOne Woman’s Journey Back to Loving the BibleIf the Bible isn’t a science book or an instruction manual, then what is it? What do people mean when they say the Bible is inspired? When Rachel Held Evans found herself asking these questions, she began a quest to better understand what the Bible is and how it is meant to be read. What she discovered changed her—and it will change you too.Drawing on the best in recent scholarship and using her well-honed literary expertise, Evans examines some of our favorite Bible stories and possible interpretations, retelling them through memoir, original poetry, short stories, soliloquies, and even a short screenplay. Undaunted by the Bible’s most difficult passages, Evans wrestles through the process of doubting, imagining, and debating Scripture’s mysteries. The Bible, she discovers, is not a static work but is a living, breathing, captivating, and confounding book that is able to equip us to join God’s loving and redemptive work in the world.
Inspired: The Holy Spirit and the Mind of Faith
by Jack LevisonEugene Peterson calls Jack Levison ‘the clearest writer on the Holy Spirit that I have known.’ In this book Levison speaks a fresh prophetic word to the church, championing a unique blend of serious Bible study and Christian spirituality.With rich insight, he shows Christians of any church or denomination how they can take the Spirit into the grit of everyday life. Levison argues for an indispensable synergy between spontaneity and study, ecstasy and restraint, inspiration and interpretation.Readable and relevant, winsome and wise, Levison’s Inspired sets a bold agenda for today’s church that will replace quick-fix spiritualities with a vibrant, durable experience of the Holy Spirit.
Inspired by the Psalms: Decrees that Renew Your Heart and Mind
by Elizabeth A. Nixon EsqCreate a Heavenly Atmosphere With These Powerful Decrees If you want the power to truly change your life and circumstances, positive thinking is never going to be enough. Biblical decrees operate in the supernatural realm and actually carry the authority of a court order, opening doors to the blessings and fullness of the kingdom of heaven. In Inspired by the Psalms you will discover how you can: · Order God’s purposes and promises over your life · Renew your mind with truths about the presence and influence of God · Watch the kingdom of God manifest in your life When we decree God’s provision and blessings over our lives, anything purposed against our provision and blessing can have no further say in the matter! When we decree God’s peace and unity in our family, then anything purposed against peace and unity has no valid objection or standing to come against us!
Inspired Faith: 365 Days a Year
by Thomas NelsonEmbrace a life of inspired faith!The most important things in life--a healthy marriage, child rearing, your career--require daily attention. Your spiritual life is no different. No wonder the power of daily habits is woven throughout God's Word. Spending time with God every day in prayer, reading, and meditation provides the encouragement, motivation, and sustenance to truly live a life of inspired faith--not just on Sunday but every day!Be motivated every day of the year as you embrace God's inspiration for your life. This unique devotional is divided daily by motivational themes:Sunday: First PrioritiesMonday: Power to Persevere Tuesday: Praise for Our Great GodWednesday: Leading with GraceThursday: A Prayerful HeartFriday: Serving OthersSaturday: Peace and Encouragement
Inspired Finance: The Role of Faith in Microfinance and International Economic Development
by M. LooftBy tracing an arc of thought and action from both historical and religious figures up through modern microfinance practitioners, Looft illustrates the many ways religious inspiration continues to remain at the crux of international economic development–while raising compelling questions around God and Mammon working together to help the poor.
Inspired! How to Create a Formula for Success in Life and Work
by Ganesh Natarajan Manjiri GokhaleThis book is about inspiration, the adrenalin that kindles and helps an ordinary person to transcend his limitations and accomplish his aims in life. A series of interviews of great people like Kiran Bedi,Sachin Tendulkar, Dev Anand are motivating.
Inspired Living Series: Devotions for Couples, Devotions for Dieters, and Devotions for Runners
by Cecil MurpheyNew York Times bestselling author Cecil Murphey's Inspired Living series features three six-week devotionals that provide guidance on all aspects of daily Christian life.DEVOTIONS FOR COUPLESIn Devotions for Couples the author uses his own marriage of over five decades to demonstrate how keeping love alive is possible, maintainable and so enriching-with God's help. In this devotional you'll discover how to emulate Christ's example of unconditional love in your own relationship.Find out how to tell if you are fighting fair and making allowances for one another's differences. Learn how spiritual straight talk can help you express loyalty and love while enriching your life to the fullest. Using the powerful words of Christ, you will soon be on your way to making your relationship last a lifetime.DEVOTIONS FOR DIETERSThe author has maintained his weight loss for decades. He credits God's help with his success and wants to show us, too, how that assistance can give us the boost we need to reach all our goals.Devotions for Dieters demonstrates the parallels between maintaining weight loss and maintaining Christian ideals. Could your life be enlightened through new eating habits, healthier outlooks, and heightened spirituality?DEVOTIONS FOR RUNNERSIn the years since the author began running, he has discovered that his commitment to the sport as well as such setbacks as "hitting the wall" all share correlations with his own Christ-centered life. And in Devotions for Runners he wants to share those revelations with you.This devotional will translate the runner's vocabulary into Christian terms that will resonate with both the dedicated runner and recreational jogger. And if you are a Christian who is "thinking about" running, this may just help make up your mind to get out there and strengthen both your body and soul.
Inspired to Soar!: 101 Daily Readings for Building Your Vision
by T. D. JakesBring your unique personal vision to life and ignite your entrepreneurial spirit with 101 daily readings based on T.D. Jakes' #1 New York Times bestseller Soar.In Inspired to Soar!, Bishop T. D. Jakes' 101 daily readings will motivate you to kickstart your entrepreneurial drive. With the practical business sense of a successful CEO and the soulful encouragement of a life coach and pastor, T.D. Jakes will challenge you to unlock your God-given potential. Whether you're a busy professional or just beginning your career, each of these readings is designed to fit into your schedule, while providing Biblical wisdom, reflections, and inspiration. Buckle your seat belt; you have been cleared to fly beyond your fears and absolutely soar!
Inspired You: Breathing New Life into Your Heart and Home
by Marian ParsonsSome girls get giddy over a new pair of shoes. Marian Parsons gets giddy over room makeovers. With a lot of ingenuity, a little bit of effort, and a tight budget, she has transformed her home into a beautiful space and filled her heart with a lot more contentment. Thousands have found inspiration at Marian's blog, missmustardseed.com, and now she shares dozens of new projects, ideas, and DIY adventures in the pages of Inspired You.Marian will remind you that homes don't have to be magazine material to be special, comfortable, and inviting. The goal you're working toward is home. Not a perfect home. Not an "impress the neighbors" home. Just home--one whose walls and rooms tell the story of the family who lives there. Beautiful homes start with inspiration and a willingness to try. So uncover your God-given creativity. Be encouraged, be willing, and be inspired.
Inspiriere deinen Tag!
by Beatrice Pires-Stadler Ulrike MariaEs gibt heutzutage im Internet Tausende von Affirmationen, die alle wahr und gut klingen und sicherlich einen Schritt in die richtige Richtung darstellen. Sie bedeuten jedoch nichts, wenn sie nur gelesen und nicht aktiv angewendet werden. Dein Leben wird sich nicht verändern, es sei denn, du wendest diese neuen und verbesserten Gedanken täglich an. Meine Arbeit befasst sich mit der Veränderung meiner und deiner Denkmuster in einer einfachen Schritt-für-Schritt-Vorgehensweise. Sie befasst sich auch mit höheren, universalen Konzepten, indem sie das individuelle und universelle Bewusstsein verbindet; wir realisieren, dass wir alle eins sind. Dies ist ein sehr unterschiedlicher und praktischer Ansatz, der von jedermann mit dem aufrichtigen Wunsch, sein Leben und seine Umwelt zu verbessern, umgesetzt werden kann. Es geht um Anwendung und nicht um Wahrheitsansprüche. Egal wie oft du die Affirmationen wiederholst, sie werden sich nur manifestieren, wenn du sie auch befolgst. Du denkst vielleicht, dass du die universellen Gesetze verstehst und ein Gespür für einige der Ideen der vierten Dimension hast - ... und was dann? Glaubwürdigkeit und Verstehen kommt aus der Erfahrung. Ich beweise mir, und ja, du beweist dir, dass die Gesetze funktionieren und wie sie funktionieren. Es braucht Engagement, um die Wahrheit zu finden. "Suchet, so werdet ihr finden" - es braucht eine starke Sehnsucht, um das Lebenswerk zu verstehen. Es braucht eine Liebe zum Lernen, Lehren und Neugier. Wir sind alle Schüler und Lehrer. Wir lernen voneinander. Wir sehen im anderen, was wir bewundern oder was wir verachten, je nachdem, was wir lernen müssen. Es ist zwingend notwendig, diese Wahrheit zu erkennen und dieses wertvolle Instrument der Selbstverbesserung zu verwenden.
Inspiring Forgiveness: Poems, Quotations, and True Stories to Help with Forgiving Yourself and Others
by Barbara BonnerAn encouraging guide for the angry or heartbroken soul, in the form of uplifting stories and quotations.Sometimes forgiveness can feel unfathomable, unreachable, or even just plain wrong. Inspiring Forgiveness throws wide open the doors of possibility within the human heart with the wise words of philosophers, writers, poets, and great thinkers from across centuries and continents. Each offering can serve as guideposts along the path to bringing greater forgiveness into our lives. This book also tells the stories of real-world people—from the Dalai Lama to Congressman John Lewis and more—whose lives were changed forever by forgiveness, including for themselves. Just bearing witness to these experiences can itself be transformative. One wise teacher quoted in this book, Pema Chödrön, offers a simple practice for cultivating forgiveness: &“First we acknowledge what we feel—shame, revenge, embarrassment, remorse. Then we forgive ourselves for being human. Each moment is an opportunity to make a fresh start.&” This book is a collection of those moments. Inspiring Forgiveness consists of twelve true stories of people who have endured great pain at the hands of others and have found a way to open themselves to forgiveness in its many forms. Each story is followed by extraordinary poems that speak to forgiveness as well as a collection of over 100 inspiring quotations. &“What a wonderful illumination of the power of forgiveness Barbara Bonner has given us. The book&’s unique gathering of personal stories, poems, and quotations shows that forgiveness is not a momentary feeling but an attitude toward life, a practice of deep self-healing, and a path to freedom. Inspiring Forgiveness is aptly titled, for it does more than tell us about forgiveness, it inspires us to live it.&” —John Brehm, editor of The Poetry of Impermanence, Mindfulness, and Joy
Inspiring Hope: Stories of Hopeful Living for More Success
by Dr. Thom A. LiskFor centuries hope has been symbolized by an anchor. The hope offered inside grounds you and finally moves you upwards and outward with wind at your back so you soar and succeed. The human heart or subconscious mind controls all our actions, and therefore our habits, our character, and destiny. Deposit words & images from herein, and you are wisely creating a heart that can make better decisions, get better results, feel and think better, have more success!
Instant Family
by Donna GartshoreThe Single Mom Next DoorSummer at a picturesque Silver Lake resort marks a new beginning for Frankie Munro and her daughter. After a painful marriage, the single mom shies away from any personal connection—though she admires the tender care handsome neighbor Ben Cedar shows his dad. Ben wasn’t there for his mother when it counted, so he’s determined to help his father cope with Alzheimer’s. Yet it’s Frankie’s shy ten-year-old daughter, Rae, who really gets through to his dad. As their relatives bond and flourish, so do Ben and Frankie’s feelings for each other. Before the season ends, can they let go of their pasts and fight for a second chance…together?
Instant Father
by Donna GartshoreThis new father has a lot to learn…and she’s perfect for the jobBachelor Paul Belvedere is overwhelmed with raising his recently orphaned young nephew. Fortunately, he’s found an ally in violet-eyed teacher Charlotte Connelly. Paul might even be able to trust her with his shameful secret. But when he discovers that Charlotte is planning on leaving town on a mission trip, Paul is caught between saying goodbye…or teaching her an important lesson in love.