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The Best Spiritual Writing 2013
by Stephen Prothero Philip ZaleskiA new volume of the critically acclaimed spiritual writing series, with an introduction by bestselling author Stephen Prothero Boasting an impressive selection of personal essays, articles, and poems by today's leading luminaries, The Best Spiritual Writing 2013 captures our nation's spiritual pulse and offers readers an opportunity to explore the most nourishing writings on spirituality published in the past year. As in previous editions, Philip Zaleski draws from a wide range of journals and magazines to build an anthology of stimulating works by some of the nation's most esteemed writers such as Adam Gopnik, Edward Hirsch, and Melissa Range. The result is a book, ideal for gift giving, that will appeal to religious thinkers, atheists, and people of all faiths and beliefs.
The Best Teacher in the World
by Howard BooksWhether you are just beginning your journey as a teacher or have been molding young minds for many years, be encouraged and refreshed as you read the pages of this gift book designed especially for you. You are the best!
The Best Thing I Ever Did for My Marriage
by Nancy Cobb Connie GrigsbyMarriage has never been easy. But sometimes it takes surprisingly little to yield infinite rewards. This eye-opening book by marriage experts Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby contains humorous and profound true stories of turning points in marriages. From brushing her teeth at a different sink to letting her husband finish his sentences, each woman's story expresses the staggering impact that simple actions can have on marriages everywhere. More fulfilling relationships, expanded ministry opportunities, and a more intimate walk with God await the readers of this book when they see how God's best for their marriages may be just one small decision away. Sometimes the smallest thing can turn a marriage around! When Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby asked women about the best thing they ever did for their marriages, the responses were daringly honest. Here are fifty eye-opening, often humorous true stories-including contributions from Cynthia Heald, Dee Brestin, Rosemary Jensen, and Donna Otto-that will inspire you with moments that build stronger marriages. Bring down walls between you and your husband Adjust to differences in your personalities Deal with the damage and heartbreak of betrayal Go on living wheneverythinggoes terribly wrong God's best foryourmarriage may be one small decision away!
The Best Things in Life: A Contemporary Socrates Looks at Power, Pleasure, Truth the Good Life
by Peter KreeftWhat is the purpose of education?Why do we make love?What good is money?Can computers think like people?Is there a difference between Capitalism and Communism?What is the greatest good?Is belief in God like belief in Santa Claus?
The Best Worst Day Ever: A Picture Book
by Mark Batterson Summer Batterson DaileyThis delightful picture book from bestselling author Mark Batterson and his daughter encourages young children to make the most of each day--even when they encounter frustrations along the way.Bert&’s day starts with stubbing his toe on a toy. Ouch! His favorite shirt is in the wash, so he has to wear his second favorite. Ugh. Then his dog chews up his sneakers. And to make this Saturday even worse, Bert has to go to work with his dad all day. Bert is sure this is the WORST DAY EVER!Then it starts raining as he and his dad take a quick walk. But his dad shows him that, while he can&’t control what happens to him, Bert can control how he responds. Every day is a gift, and a bad day doesn&’t have to end that way. Whether rain or shine, his dad assures him, Bert can always WIN THE DAY! This charming collaboration between bestselling author Mark Batterson and his daughter, Summer Batterson Dailey, brings home for young readers the truth that they can take charge of their big emotions.
The Best Yes
by Lysa TerkeurstAre you living with the stress of an overwhelmed schedule and aching with the sadness of an underwhelmed soul? Lysa TerKeurst is learning that there is a big difference between saying yes to everyone and saying yes to God. In The Best Yes she will help you: Cure the disease to please with a biblical understanding of the command to love. Escape the guilt of disappointing others by learning the secret of the small no. Overcome the agony of hard choices by embracing a wisdom based decision-making process. Rise above the rush of endless demands and discover your best yes today.
The Best Yes
by Lysa TerkeurstAre you living with the stress of an overwhelmed schedule and aching with the sadness of an underwhelmed soul? Lysa TerKeurst is learning that there is a big difference between saying yes to everyone and saying yes to God. In The Best Yes she will help you: Cure the disease to please with a biblical understanding of the command to love. Escape the guilt of disappointing others by learning the secret of the small no. Overcome the agony of hard choices by embracing a wisdom based decision-making process. Rise above the rush of endless demands and discover your best yes today.
The Best Yes Study Guide: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands
by Lysa TerkeurstDo you find yourself spending a lot of time figuring out when to say yes and when to say no, thinking about how to manage your time, reduce stress, do your best for your family, find a little time for yourself? Lysa TerKeurst found herself in that same situation until she learned the power of "the best yes", the choice that shapes all of our other choices. In this six-session study, Lysa uses her signature mix of transparency, Scripture-laced insight, and "been there" humor to suggest usable strategies for making wise decisions day by day.In this six-session study Lysa will help you and your group:Cure the disease to please with a biblical understanding of the command to love.Escape the guilt of disappointing others by learning the secret of the small no. Overcome the agony of hard choices by embracing a wisdom based decision-making process. Rise above the rush of endless demands and discover your best yes today.Designed for use with The Best Yes DVD.
The Best is Yet to Come: Bible Prophecies Throughout the Ages
by Tony EvansDo you want to be challenged to deepen your understanding of the characteristics and requirements of Almighty God? The Understanding God Series contains the bulk of Pastor Tony Evans' compelling and hard-hitting resources on the essentials about God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, Spiritual Warfare, and prophecy. Now available in paperback, readers will not want to be without a single book in the series by this popular and powerful speaker and author.The Bible's prophetic passages do far more than simply satisfy our curiosity about tomorrow. They're supposed to impact our lives today. In this compelling book, Tony Evans explores the crucial topics of prophecy - including Heaven, Hell, the Tribulation, and the Anti-Christ. Readers will come to understand how prophecy shapes our lives today.
The Best is Yet to Come: Bible Prophecies Throughout the Ages
by Tony EvansDo you want to be challenged to deepen your understanding of the characteristics and requirements of Almighty God? The Understanding God Series contains the bulk of Pastor Tony Evans' compelling and hard-hitting resources on the essentials about God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, Spiritual Warfare, and prophecy. Now available in paperback, readers will not want to be without a single book in the series by this popular and powerful speaker and author.The Bible's prophetic passages do far more than simply satisfy our curiosity about tomorrow. They're supposed to impact our lives today. In this compelling book, Tony Evans explores the crucial topics of prophecy - including Heaven, Hell, the Tribulation, and the Anti-Christ. Readers will come to understand how prophecy shapes our lives today.
The Best is Yet to Come: Faith for Today, Hope for the Future
by Greg LaurieLook Forward to Looking Forward! Do you dread the days ahead? Then it's time for a perspective check! It's not that footloose and fancy-free days await you, because the reality of life is that you will indeed face trials, sorrow, and grief. But you can boldly move forward to embrace this future-because the bestisyet to come! Greg Laurie observes Jesus' first two miracles to reveal how and why you can approach the future with confidence, no matter what your present circumstance. Life will never stop throwing challenges your way, but God will never stop escalating your faith. That's guaranteed. And with this increased faith, you can more fully embrace Him and the beauty of life as He intends it for you! Is Your Life Dread-Locked? If you feel stuck, hard-pressed on every side by bleak circumstances and an ominous future looming ahead, you know there's got to be a better way to live. But worry and anxiety have become familiar companions. And you needout. Thank God, because He's saving the best for last. Join Greg Laurie in this insightful study of the first two miracles Jesus ever performed. Here you'll discover the secret to thriving in any situation. Your circumstances could miraculously change, but more likely,youwill change. Your faith will escalate, and anxieties will melt away. Embrace now the truth that the best is indeed yet to come! "I know of no greater preacher in Americatoday than Greg Laurie. " ReverendBilly Graham Story Behind the Book "The Best Is Yet to Come is a message that came out of a time of personal reflection on the rapid passing of time in my life. It is a look at the importance of focusing on what really matters in life and holding the course of following Jesus Christ in the confidence that the best really is yet to come!" -Greg Laurie
The Best of A. W. Tozer Book One
by A. W. TozerIn The Best of A.W. Tozer, Book One Warren Wiersbe compiles a fantastic amount of writings to show us once again that Tozer had a gift from God. This collection of 52 favorite chapters represent the major themes from the works of A.W. Tozer. Each chapter offers what Tozer has come to be known for: incredible insight, deep conviction, and high praise of God.From Let My People Go to The Pursuit of God, Tozer's books were always written after long hours of meditation and prayer. Perhaps this explains their wide circulation and lasting influence. A.W. Tozer once said, "I guess my philosophy is this: Everything is wrong until God sets it right." Enjoy this collection of writings from a man who scarcely, if ever, stated a truth he didn't glean from God.
The Best of A. W. Tozer Book One
by A. W. TozerIn The Best of A.W. Tozer, Book One Warren Wiersbe compiles a fantastic amount of writings to show us once again that Tozer had a gift from God. This collection of 52 favorite chapters represent the major themes from the works of A.W. Tozer. Each chapter offers what Tozer has come to be known for: incredible insight, deep conviction, and high praise of God.From Let My People Go to The Pursuit of God, Tozer's books were always written after long hours of meditation and prayer. Perhaps this explains their wide circulation and lasting influence. A.W. Tozer once said, "I guess my philosophy is this: Everything is wrong until God sets it right." Enjoy this collection of writings from a man who scarcely, if ever, stated a truth he didn't glean from God.
The Best of A. W. Tozer Book Two
by A. W. TozerA.W. Tozer wrote with the passion of a man thirsty for God. He was not afraid to expose man's frailties, nor was he hesitant to reveal what God can do for those who seek Him.This collection of 44 chapters covers major themes of A. W. Tozer's writings, capturing the message he so passionately taught and lived: Surrender to Christ, get to know God personally, and grow to become like Him. Perhaps this explains their wide circulation and lasting influence. Excerpts from this volume come from classics like:The Knowledge of the HolyThe Pursuit of GodGod's Pursuit of ManHow to Be Filled with the Holy SpiritI Talk Back to the DevilWho Put Jesus on the Cross?Plus many more! Also available is The Best of A.W. Tozer Book One, which includes 52 more chapters.
The Best of A. W. Tozer Book Two
by A. W. TozerA.W. Tozer wrote with the passion of a man thirsty for God. He was not afraid to expose man's frailties, nor was he hesitant to reveal what God can do for those who seek Him.This collection of 44 chapters covers major themes of A. W. Tozer's writings, capturing the message he so passionately taught and lived: Surrender to Christ, get to know God personally, and grow to become like Him. Perhaps this explains their wide circulation and lasting influence. Excerpts from this volume come from classics like:The Knowledge of the HolyThe Pursuit of GodGod's Pursuit of ManHow to Be Filled with the Holy SpiritI Talk Back to the DevilWho Put Jesus on the Cross?Plus many more! Also available is The Best of A.W. Tozer Book One, which includes 52 more chapters.
The Best of Amish Cooking: Traditional and Contemporary Recipes from the Kitchens and Pantries of Old Order Amish Cooks
by Phyllis Pellman GoodPhyllis Pellman Good, a leading expert on Amish cooking, spent years researching the delicious recipes in this collection. From interviews with real Amish grandmothers, digging through recipe boxes, and poring over old books and diaries, she has gathered an assortment of traditional and modern dishes that have been and continue to be popular in eastern Pennsylvania, particularly in the Lancaster area. Now you too can experience the warm, comforting recipes of old order Amish cooks. Prepare to make wonderful dishes such as: Roast Chicken Scrapple Corn Fritters Creamy Potato Soup Sweet Pickles Apple Dumplings Oatmeal Whoopie Pies Shoofly PieAll these and more will soon become your family favorites and go-to potluck dishes. According to Good, they reflect the fruitfulness of Amish fields and gardens, as well as the group's emphasis on family and community. Wonderful descriptions and introductions prepare the setting, and delicious, savory recipes fill this book with some of the best food you'll find anywhere.
The Best of Both Worlds: The autobiography of the world's greatest living medium
by Gordon SmithThe Best of Both Worlds is the true story of how childhood misery and trauma helped Gordon Smith discover a gift that has helped many people throughout the world. He has helped those who are in mourning come to terms with death and bereavement by working as a medium to put people in touch with their loved ones who have passed over.Gordon held off telling the story of his discovery of spiritual powers, as he believed his mother would have hated people knowing the poverty they came from or the abuse that her son suffered. After her death, Gordon decided it was time to tell his incredible story from humble beginnings all the way to becoming an internationally praised medium working for some of the most famous and powerful people in the world.His previous volume of memoirs Spirit Messenger was a massive bestseller but only now is he able to tell the unvarnished astonishing truth.
The Best of Both Worlds: The autobiography of the world's greatest living medium
by Gordon SmithThe Best of Both Worlds is the true story of how childhood misery and trauma helped Gordon Smith discover a gift that has helped many people throughout the world. He has helped those who are in mourning come to terms with death and bereavement by working as a medium to put people in touch with their loved ones who have passed over.Gordon held off telling the story of his discovery of spiritual powers, as he believed his mother would have hated people knowing the poverty they came from or the abuse that her son suffered. After her death, Gordon decided it was time to tell his incredible story from humble beginnings all the way to becoming an internationally praised medium working for some of the most famous and powerful people in the world.His previous volume of memoirs Spirit Messenger was a massive bestseller but only now is he able to tell the unvarnished astonishing truth.
The Best of Christmas in My Heart
by Joe WheelerA heartwarming legacy of holiday stories that all ages and all families can share. Celebrate the true meaning of Christmas through this memorable collection from master storyteller Joe Wheeler. Gather the family and pass on the tradition of sharing stories of faith, hope, and love. Write your own memories in the journaling pages to make this book a timeless keepsake.
The Best of Everything: A Novel (The Reverend Curtis Black Novels #6)
by Kimberla Lawson Roby“[This] thought-provoking novel continues the Reverend Curtis Black series” with the New York Times–bestselling story of his scandalous newlywed daughter (Booklist).Readers who just can’t get enough of the Reverend Curtis Black—the charming con man and insufferable womanizer who stars in Sin No More, The Best-Kept Secret, and other acclaimed, bestselling novels by Kimberla Lawson Roby—are going to love his daughter, Alicia. In The Best of Everything, Alicia Black takes center stage while the rascally pastor stands on the sidelines, and Roby triumphs once again. The Best of Everything is provocative entertainment—because when it comes to outrageous behavior, “like father, like daughter” definitely applies.“The Best of Everything is one of the best things you’ll put on your shopping list this week.” —Tennessee Tribune
The Best of Evil (An Aramis Black Mystery #1)
by Eric Wilson"Spare your soul," he ranted, "and turn your eyes from greed...."The tattoos on his arms still reading "Live by the Sword" and "Die by the Sword," Aramis Black is ready for a fresh start. Determined to set aside his violent tendencies, he opens an espresso shop in Nashville and begins to put his childhood memories behind him. The past isn't finished with him, though. One ordinary day at the shop, a man is shot before his eyes, speaking dying words to Aramis that are all too familiar.Aramis realizes that his path to freedom will demand forgiveness-forgiveness from God and forgiveness of others. Along the way, he must uncover the conspiracy behind a centuries-old mystery and the shocking truth of his mother's death. The question remains: Will Aramis be able to conquer his past, or will evil get the best of him?From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Best of J. Ellsworth Kalas: Telling the Greatest Story Ever Told Like It's Never Been Told Before
by J. Ellsworth KalasTake the best preacher you’ve ever heard; add in the teacher who first opened your eyes to the excitement and meaning of your favorite subject in school; combine these with that member of the family to whom you could always turn for the best advice; stir them all together, and you’ll get a flavor of the writing of Ellsworth Kalas. And now the very best thoughts and reflections of this wise teacher and guide are available together in one volume. Across his career Ellsworth Kalas has worn many hats: pastor, professor, seminary president. Through all of them, however, he has remained first and foremost an interpreter of God’s Word. His most potent skill is to open up new insights and meanings in even the most familiar biblical stories. Gathered here are some Kalas’s most humorous, touching, and enlightening writings, drawn from his own experience of finding God in Scripture.
The Best of J. Vernon McGee
by Vernon McgeeA collection of some of Dr. J. Vernon McGee's finest messages, gleaned from over 40 years of radio broadcasting. A rich feast of Bible-centered messages to feed the soul.
The Best of James W. Moore: Thoughts on Faith and Grace from a Master Storyteller
by James W. MooreHe is a master at telling stories and turning phrases. He knows just the right scripture passage to address any human hurt or need. He is a beloved preacher and Bible teacher whose books have sold over a million copies. He is James W. Moore, and in this volume you'll find a collection of his most insightful and inspiring writing. For more than twenty years readers have been touched by Moore's warm, down-to-earth writing. His quirky titles, like Yes, Lord, I Have Sinned, But I Have Several Excellent Excuses and If God Has a Refrigerator, Your Picture Is on It, never fail to bring a smile. His offered advice on grief, love, career, school, family, church, transitions, and especially life lived in the presence of God is always welcome. Read this book if you want to discover one of today's great Christian teachers and writers at his very best.
The Best of Robert Ingersoll: Selections from His Writings and Speeches
by Robert G. Ingersoll Roger E. GreeleySelected quotations and a few speeches of the noted 19th century American orator, freethinker and agnostic, Robert Ingersoll. His pleas for civil rights, the rights of women and children, responsible and responsive government, and individual freedom of conscience and religious belief have placed him in the vanguard of enlightened thinkers. Today the legacy of Robert Ingersoll, prophet and pioneer, merits the attention of anyone who espouses humane, liberal, rational, or agnostic opinions.