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The Names of God - Women's Bible Study Leader Guide: His Character Revealed (The Names of God)
by Melissa SpoelstraKnow God better through a study of His names.Today’s culture and others’ views, even those of other Christians, can present a distorted view of God. Some suggest God exudes qualities He does not possess such as being unloving or apathetic toward His creation. In a world where we find people creating God in their own image, studying God’s names can remind us that we are created in His. In fact, one of the best ways to know God’s true character and grow closer to Him is to study His names.In The Names of God, Melissa Spoelstra leads women on an exploration of the many names of our triune God—from El and Elohim to Yahweh and its many combinations to names such as Abba, Jesus, and Holy Spirit…and many others.As women study the names of God, their ideas about God will become more grounded in what His names tell them, and thus more personal, allowing a greater trust in Him to share the details of their lives. Whether having walked with God for many years or just starting out in a relationship with Him, by the end of this study women will not only know more about God but will know Him better—because through the discovery of God’s names, they will discover Him!The Leader Guide contains session plan outlines, complete with discussion points and questions, activities, prayers, and more—plus leader helps for facilitating a group.Components for this six-week Bible study, each available separately, include a Participant Workbook, a Leader Guide, DVD with six 25-minute segments (with closed captioning), and a boxed Leader Kit containing one of each component.- A six-week study of the names of God.- Inspires women to have a more personal and trusting relationship with God.- DVD features dynamic, engaging teaching in six 25-minute segments.- Strong, solid Bible study from popular Bible teacher and speaker Melissa Spoelstra.
The Names of God - Women's Bible Study Participant Workbook: His Character Revealed (The Names of God)
by Melissa SpoelstraKnow God better through a study of His names.Today’s culture and others’ views, even those of other Christians, can present a distorted view of God. Some suggest God exudes qualities He does not possess such as being unloving or apathetic toward His creation. In a world where we find people creating God in their own image, studying God’s names can remind us that we are created in His. In fact, one of the best ways to know God’s true character and grow closer to Him is to study His names.In The Names of God, Melissa Spoelstra leads women on an exploration of the many names of our triune God—from El and Elohim to Yahweh and its many combinations to names such as Abba, Jesus, and Holy Spirit…and many others.As women study the names of God, their ideas about God will become more grounded in what His names tell them, and thus more personal, allowing a greater trust in Him to share the details of their lives. Whether having walked with God for many years or just starting out in a relationship with Him, by the end of this study women will not only know more about God but will know Him better—because through the discovery of God’s names, they will discover Him!Components for this six-week Bible study, each available separately, include a Participant Workbook, a Leader Guide, DVD with six 25-minute segments (with closed captioning), and a boxed Leader Kit containing one of each component.This Bible Study Includes:- A six-week study of the names of God.- Inspires women to have a more personal and trusting relationship with God.- DVD features dynamic, engaging teaching in six 25-minute segments.- Strong, solid Bible study from popular Bible teacher and speaker Melissa Spoelstra.
The Names of God in Holy Scripture: A Revelation Of His Nature And Relationships Notes Of A Course Of Lectures (classic Reprint)
by Andrew Jukes"The Names of God in Holy Scripture: A Revelation of His Nature and Relationships" by Andrew Jukes is a profound and enlightening exploration of the various names of God as revealed in the Bible. Jukes, a respected theologian and biblical scholar, delves into the significance of these names, uncovering the rich theological and spiritual insights they offer.In this illuminating work, Jukes examines the many names by which God is known in the Holy Scriptures, each name revealing a different aspect of His character and His relationship with humanity. From Elohim, the Creator, to Jehovah, the Covenant Keeper, and Adonai, the Lord, Jukes provides a comprehensive study that helps readers understand the multifaceted nature of God.Jukes' analysis is both scholarly and devotional, making complex theological concepts accessible to a wide audience. He explores the etymology and biblical context of each name, drawing connections to the broader narrative of God's interactions with His people. Through this detailed examination, readers gain a deeper appreciation of how each name reflects God's attributes, such as His power, mercy, justice, and love."The Names of God in Holy Scripture" also highlights the relational aspects of God's names, showing how they reveal His desire for a personal and intimate relationship with His creation. Jukes' thoughtful reflections encourage readers to meditate on the significance of these names in their own spiritual lives, fostering a deeper connection with the divine.This book is an invaluable resource for theologians, biblical scholars, and anyone seeking to enrich their understanding of God's nature as revealed in the Bible. Jukes' meticulous research and heartfelt writing make "The Names of God in Holy Scripture: A Revelation of His Nature and Relationships" a timeless guide for those looking to explore the profound depths of God's identity and His enduring relationship with humanity.
The Names of God: 52 Bible Studies For Individuals And Groups
by Ann SpanglerWhat&’s in a name? The Names of God: 52 Bible Studies for Individuals and Groups offers a unique approach to Bible study by presenting a 52-week study focusing on the names and titles of God and of Jesus, one designed to help readers experience the Lord in fresh and deeper ways. . By studying such rich and varied names as Adonay, El Shadday, Abba, Yeshua, Lamb of God, and Prince of Peace, readers will encounter a God who is utterly holy, powerful, surprising, merciful, and loving. Each week&’s study includes: • Background information to help readers understand the name • A key Scripture passage in which the name was first or most significantly revealed • A series of questions for individual or group study • A list of Bible passages for further reflection Based on Praying the Names of God and Praying the Names of Jesus but containing additional questions for reflection and study, this unique Bible study is designed to help individuals and groups explore the most important of God&’s names and titles as they are revealed in the Bible. Also included is a helpful pronunciation guide to the Names of God in Ancient Hebrew and Koine Greek.
The Names of God: 52 Bible Studies for Individuals and Groups
by Ann SpanglerDrawn from the books, Praying the Names of God and Praying the Names of Jesus, this Bible study includes additional questions designed to help individuals and groups explore the most important of God's names and titles as they are revealed in the Bible. Exploring his names and titles in both the Old and New Testaments allows study participants to begin to realize how utterly great, loving, and powerful God is. By studying such rich and varied names as Adonai, Yahweh, Abba, Yeshua, Lamb of God, and Prince of Peace, we understand more about who God is and how he loves us. Each week's study provides background information to help readers understand the name, a key Scripture in which the name was either first or most significantly revealed, a series of questions for individual or group study, and a brief list of passages for further study.
The Names of Jesus
by Rubel ShellyWhat's in a name?...In the case of Jesus Christ, rich insights, fresh perspectives, and pathways to intimacy. From "Good Shepherd" to "Lamb of God," Rubel Shelly explores the various names given to Christ in the Bible and reveals a Christ that will both surprise and challenge you. Shelly, a deeply respected scholar, uses his unique insight and fervent love for the Scriptures to develop a clear and unobstructed picture of Jesus through the biblical names that describe the One who invites the whole world to come to Him. What Shelly discovers and divulges is that these names and titles reveal the ultimate Savior, and the ultimate answer to your greatest struggles, fears, and failures.
The Names of Our Tears (Ohio Amish Mystery #8)
by P. L. GausBook 8 of the Amish-Country Mysteries Ruth Zook returns home to Holmes County, Ohio, carrying a heavy suitcase and a heavier heart. Coerced into becoming a drug mule, Ruth retaliates by destroying her illicit burden and pays for it with her life. When Fannie Helmuth confesses that she was similarly coerced, Sheriff Bruce Robertson realizes that the drug dealers' operation reaches all the way to Florida's Pinecraft Amish community. He immediately moves the investigation South, where more innocent lives are in jeopardy. Like the bestselling books in Craig Johnson's Walt Longmire series, The Names of Our Tears is a riveting mystery loaded with the page-turning thrills and suspense that readers love.
The Nanny (Return to Tyler)
by Judith StacyHoly Terrors, The Lot Of 'Em!That's what everyone considered Josh Ingalls's unruly passel of kids-secretly, anyway. No sense offending the most eligible widower in town! But Annie Martin didn't care what a "catch" her employer was. She only wanted him to admit he loved his children. And possibly share a kiss or two-okay, maybe three...!This latest nanny was barely more than a girl herself, Josh Ingalls noted, but if a tree-climbing dynamo in trousers was what it took to manage his energetic tribe, he'd happily keep the amazing, amusing, arousing Annie Martin around forever!
The Nanny Arrangement
by Lily GeorgeA family in the making Becoming nursemaid to Paul Holmes's orphaned niece seems like the perfect solution to Becky Siddons's problems. After having her romantic hopes dashed, she's determined to focus solely on her charge and not the little girl's handsome uncle. Until Becky realizes she is losing her heart to a man determined to keep his own under lock and key.... Paul had hoped hiring Becky would allow him to keep a distance from his niece, a reminder of his late sister-and his failings in raising her. Yet he soon finds himself enjoying spending time with outspoken, impulsive Becky and the child. Can he take a chance on this unexpected, joyful new family?
The Nanny Next Door: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Second Chance Blessings #2)
by Jenna MindelA temporary arrangement… Or a second chance at forever? Widow Maddie Williams is eager for a fresh start. But she&’s worried her meager skills and high school diploma will hinder her chances of landing a job. In the meantime, she&’s happy to babysit her new neighbor Jackson Taylor&’s two girls. But as the temporary gig starts to feel permanent, will she still chase a new life or choose the one she&’s found at home?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Second Chance Blessings Book 1: A Secret Christmas FamilyBook 2: The Nanny Next Door
The Nanny Proposal
by Tracey BatemanFixing a family wasn&’t the plan…But a father and son need her help. Hazel O&’Brien is eager to settle in Iowa and start her mail-order marriage—but her chosen match has picked another bride! Scrambling for a way to support herself, Hazel is forced to take the job no one else in town wants: nanny to six-year-old menace Louie Murphy. Chasing after the pint-size troublemaker is not the future Hazel imagined, but she may be just what Louie and Ezra—his lonely, melancholy father—need…as a nanny, a mother and a second chance at love.
The Nanny's Amish Family (Redemption's Amish Legacies #1)
by Patricia JohnsThey need her help. She needs them…An Amish bachelor. A motherless child.Can she turn them into a real family?Schoolteacher Patience Flaud longs for a family of her own—but knows it can never happen. At least she can help Amish bachelor Thomas Wiebe with his small Englisher daughter. As she settles the child into Amish life, Patience begins falling for the bewildered new father and his heartbroken little girl. But is love enough to make them a permanent family?
The Nanny's Homecoming (Rocky Mountain Heirs #1)
by Linda GoodnightWhen heartbreak sends a young woman back to the Rocky Mountains, she discovers a second chance at love and family in this charming romance.After her fiancé calls off their wedding, Brooke Clayton has nowhere to go but home. But if she can survive in the tiny Colorado town for a year, she’ll fulfill the odd terms of her estranged grandfather’s will. And she soon discovers that sometimes the best place to find a new path is back at the beginning . . . Turns out the wealthy businessman next door, handsome single father Gabe Wesson, needs a nanny for his sweet toddler—and Brooke needs a job. But Gabe sees Brooke as a reminder of the young wife he lost. Given their pasts, do they dare hope to fit together as a family . . . forever?
The Nanny's Little Matchmakers: A Rancher Of Convenience Texas Cinderella The Nanny's Little Matchmakers A Mother In The Making
by Danica FavoriteWhen a widower’s five kids play cupid, a single father gets a second chance at love with his children’s governess in this inspirational historical novel.A wife for their papa . . .Polly MacDonald intends to tame Mitch Taylor’s five mischievous children, even though every other nanny has fled. She needs this job—and Mitch’s brood sorely needs affection. Perhaps their widowed papa does, too. But when the children begin scheming to make her their new mother, Polly must resist. She’s seen too many bad marriages to want one of her own.Mitch has come to Leadville, Colorado, to escape a scandal, not find a wife. After the disaster of his first marriage, he’s sure he isn’t husband material. Though Polly’s tender care is working wonders with his children, Mitch knows he should keep his feelings to himself. But can two wary hearts deny the dearest wish of five eager matchmakers?
The Nanny's New Family (Caring Canines #4)
by Margaret DaleySecond Chance Family Annie Knight has her work cut out for her as the McGregor family's newest nanny. Dr. Ian McGregor means well, but the distracted single dad's lost touch with his four kids. The new nanny brings much-needed calm to the chaos, including finding a service dog that could be a real lifesaver. And soon the good doctor's making Annie's heart respond in ways it hasn't for years. But Annie's cheery demeanor hides a heart-wrenching secret that's as much a part of her as her carefully hidden scars. Annie doesn't think she deserves happiness-but Ian and his kids will show the caretaker that with the love of family, everything's possible.
The Nanny's Secret Baby: A Fresh-Start Family Romance (Redemption Ranch #4)
by Lee Tobin McClainThe life of a small-town veterinarian and single dad is upended by his nanny’s revelation in this heartwarming inspirational romance.Arianna Shrader’s new nanny gig is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to bond with the infant boy she gave up to her sister for adoption. But widower Jack DeMoise doesn’t know she’s not just his child’s aunt. As Arianna grows closer to the ranch veterinarian and his son, can she find a way to reveal her secret . . . and become a permanent part of their family?
The Nanny's Secret Child: A Fresh-Start Family Romance (Home to Dover #7)
by Lorraine BeattyReady-Made FamilyWidower Gil Montgomery's new nanny has a secret. There's a reason Julie Bishop and Gil's daughter, Abby, connect so perfectly-Julie is Abby's birth mother. Julie gave her daughter up for adoption years ago, but she couldn't resist the chance to be close to the child her heart never forgot. But Julie never imagined she'd fall for the handsome adoptive dad. Gil's been burned before, and Julie worries that if her secret is exposed, he'll never forgive her. The perfect family is so close, but so far... Unless Gil can let the past go and welcome Julie home. Right where she belongs.
The Nanny's Twin Blessings (Email Order Brides #3)
by Deb KastnerUnemployed and with no place to live, Stephanie Cartwright answers an online classified ad. The nanny job in small-town Serendipity, Texas, will give her a chance to start over. And she'll be helping out teacher Drew Spencer, who desperately needs someone to watch his three-year-old twin boys.He knows better than anyone that his boys can be a handful-so he makes the offer on a short-term basis. Soon this big-city girl is charming both troublesome twins-and their handsome country dad. But can this temporary bond turn into a permanent promise?
The Nanny’s Temporary Triplets
by Noelle MarchandA Family-to-Be After fleeing to Little Horn, Texas, when she discovered her fiancé was a con man, Caroline Murray agrees to act as the temporary nanny for her brother's handsome neighbor. Though caring for David McKay's daughter and the orphaned infant triplets he's fostering is just a charitable gesture, she's falling for the children and David. But if there's one lesson Caroline won't forget, it's that her feelings can't be trusted. With children to care for and a ranch to run, David definitely needs help-though he doesn't want a new wife. But his affection for Caroline runs deeper than mere appreciation of her skills as a nanny. She was only supposed to be a temporary solution, but will Caroline find a permanent place in David's heart?
The Naqshbandiyya: Orthodoxy and Activism in a Worldwide Sufi Tradition (Routledge Sufi Series)
by Itzchak WeismannThe Naqshbandiyya is one of the most widespread and influential Sufi orders in the Muslim world. Having its origins in the Great Masters tradition of Central Asia almost a millennium ago, it played a significant role in the pre-modern history of the Indian subcontinent and the Ottoman Empire, and is still spreading today. This volume seeks to present a broad picture of the evolution of the ideas and organizational forms of the Naqshbandi order throughout its history. It combines a synthesis of the vast literature on the order with original research, and shall be an important contribution for those interested in Sufism, Islamic history and Muslim-Christian relations.
The Narnia Code: C. S. Lewis and the Secret of the Seven Heavens
by Michael WardMillions of readers have been captivated by C. S. Lewis’s famed Chronicles of Narnia, but why? What is it about these seven books that makes them so appealing? For more than half a century, scholars have attempted to find the organizing key―the “secret code”―to the beloved series, but it has remained a mystery. Until now. In The Narnia Code, Michael Ward takes the reader through each of the seven Narnia books and reveals how each story embodies and expresses the characteristics of one of the seven planets of medieval cosmology―Jupiter, Mars, Sol, Luna, Mercury, Venus and Saturn―planets which Lewis described as “spiritual symbols of permanent value.” How does medieval cosmology relate to the Christian underpinnings of the series? How did it impact Lewis’s depiction of Aslan, the Christlike character at the heart of the books? And why did Lewis keep this planetary inspiration a secret? Originally a ground-breaking scholarly work called Planet Narnia, this more accessible adaptation will answer all the questions.
The Narnian: The Life and Imagination of C. S. Lewis
by Alan JacobsThe White Witch, Aslan, fauns and talking beasts, centaurs and epic battles between good and evil -- all these have become a part of our collective imagination through the classic volumes of The Chronicles of Narnia. Over the past half century, children everywhere have escaped into this world and delighted in its wonders and enchantments. Yet what we do know of the man who created Narnia? This biography sheds new light on the making of the original Narnian, C. S. Lewis himself.Lewis was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably the most influential religious writer of his day. An Oxford don and scholar of medieval literature, he loved to debate philosophy at his local pub, and his wartime broadcasts on the basics of Christian belief made him a celebrity in his native Britain. Yet one of the most intriguing aspects of Clive Staples Lewis remains a mystery. How did this middle-aged Irish bachelor turn to the writing of stories for children -- stories that would become among the most popular and beloved ever written?Alan Jacobs masterfully tells the story of the original Narnian. From Lewis's childhood days in Ireland playing with his brother, Warnie, to his horrific experiences in the trenches during World War I, to his friendship with J. R. R. Tolkien (and other members of the "Inklings"), and his remarkable late-life marriage to Joy Davidman, Jacobs traces the events and people that shaped Lewis's philosophy, theology, and fiction. The result is much more than a conventional biography of Lewis: Jacobs tells the story of a profound and extraordinary imagination. For those who grew up with Narnia, or for those just discovering it, The Narnian tells a remarkable tale of a man who knew great loss and great delight, but who knew above all that the world holds far more richness and meaning than the average eye can see.
The Narnian: The Life and Imagination of C. S. Lewis
by Alan JacobsonBiography of Lewis and an analysis of his writings.
The Narrative Shape of Emotion in the Preaching of John Chrysostom (Christianity in Late Antiquity #10)
by Blake LeyerleJohn Chrysostom remains, along with Augustine, one of the most prolific witnesses to the world of late antiquity. As priest of Antioch and bishop of Constantinople, he earned his reputation as an extraordinary preacher.In this first unified study of emotions in Chrysostom’s writings, Blake Leyerle examines the fourth-century preacher’s understanding of anger, grief, and fear. These difficult emotions, she argues, were central to Chrysostom’s program of ethical formation and were taught primarily through narrative means. In recounting the tales of scripture, Chrysostom consistently draws attention to the emotional tenor of these stories, highlighting biblical characters’ moods, discussing their rational underpinnings, and tracing the outcomes of their reactions. By showing how assiduously Chrysostom aimed not only to allay but also to arouse strong feelings in his audiences to combat humanity’s indifference and to inculcate zeal, Leyerle provides a fascinating portrait of late antiquity’s foremost preacher.
The Narrative of the Good Death: The Evangelical Deathbed in Victorian England (Routledge Methodist Studies Series)
by Mary RisoThe Christian idea of a good death had its roots in the Middle Ages with ars moriendi, featuring reliance on Jesus as Savior, preparedness for the life to come and for any spiritual battle that might ensue when on the threshold of death, and death not taking place in isolation. Evangelicalism introduced new features to the good death, with its focus on conversion, sanctification and an intimate relationship with Jesus. Scholarship focused on mid-nineteenth-century evangelical Nonconformist beliefs about death and the afterlife is sparse. This book fills the gap, contributing an understanding not only of death but of the history of Methodist and evangelical Nonconformist piety, theology, social background and literary expression in mid-nineteenth-century England. A good death was as central to Methodism as conversion and holiness. Analyzing over 1,200 obituaries, Riso reveals that while the last words of the dying pointed to a timeless experience of hope in the life to come, the obituaries reflect changing attitudes towards death and the afterlife among nineteenth-century evangelical Nonconformist observers who looked increasingly to earthly existence for the fulfillment of hopes. Exploring tensions in Nonconformist allegiance to both worldly and spiritual matters, this book offers an invaluable contribution to death studies, Methodism, and Evangelical theology.