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Collected Words of Mike Yaconelli for Youth Workers

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Scripture is full of the voices of prophets who convicted, irritated, edified, exhorted, chastised, instructed, encouraged, and proclaimed the Truth. Many followed these prophets; many hated them; some dismissed them; others laughed at them; still others wanted them silenced. The same could be said of Mike Yaconelli.  Like the prophets of old, Mike was a blend of the sacred and the profane, the outspoken and the insecure, the gentle lamb and the roaring lion. This paradox lives on in his writing and in his recorded words. In Mike Yaconelli youll discover a bold, passionate, and ultimately prophetic voice reminding us to stay focused on Jesus, to hold life lightly, to walk together as we love kids, and to devote ourselves to an outrageously gracious God who loves our souls into being.  If youre in youth ministry today, its likely thatsomeway, somehowMike Yaconelli played a part in it. Much of the playfulness, creativity, and humility that exist in youth ministry were first nurtured by the life and work of Mike Yaconelli. Reactions to Mike Yaconelli are rarely neutral. He forces you to react, to feel, to think and to question:  He loved youth ministry, but at the same time he wanted to dismantle it; he pastored a church yet proclaimed churches to be dull and stifling. He poked fun at powerful Christian celebrities but was disarmingly open about his own pride and weaknesses. Despite founding one of the largest youth working organizations in the world, Mike advocated for a counter-cultural faith that emphasized small over big, few over many, and silent over loud. His words carry all of these contradictions, leaving readers both inspired and frustrated...often at the same time.  Years after his death, Christians across the globe still turn to the words of Mike Yaconelli to uncover the divine mischief, the shameless truth-telling, the love of kids, and the passion for Jesus that make youth ministry the irresistible calling he claimed it to be.  People turn to Mike Yaconelli not just because of what he wrote, they turn to Mike Yaconelli because of what he aspired to live.

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Experience how the disciples translated Jesus' call to passionate discipleship into language and imagery that the Roman culture would understand.

In the seventh volume of the series That The World May Know, take a tour through the land of the Biblevisiting places such as Aphrodisias, Antioch Pisidia, Lystra, and Cappadociaand understand the Bible's fascinating historical, cultural, religious, and geographical contexts in whole new way.

This discovery guide includes passages of Scripture explored in the DVD (sold separately); questions for discussion and personal reflection; personal Bible studies to help you deepen your learning experience between sessions; as well as sidebars, maps, photos, and other study tools.

Lessons include:
Run! The Passion of Elijah Filmed in AphrodisiasLearning to Walk Like Jesus Filmed in Antioch PisidiaAn Unlikely Disciple Filmed in LystraWhy Christians Suffer: The Weight of Gesthemane filmed in CappadociaDont Forget Us filmed on location in Cappadocia
Designed for use with the Walk As Jesus Walked Video Study (sold separately).

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THAT THE WORLD MAY KNOW

Join renowned teacher and historian Ray Vander Laan as he guides you through the land of the Bible. In each lesson, Vander Laan illuminates the historical, geographical, and cultural context of the sacred Scriptures.

Filmed on location in the Middle East and elsewhere, the That the World May Know film series will transform your understanding of God and challenge you to be a true follower of Jesus.

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Ray Vander Laan, Stephen and Amanda Sorenson

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Mapping the Challenges of Leadership for Christian Women

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The main challenges and strategies of success for CHRISTIAN WOMEN LEADERSAre you showing up for your own life? Or are you watching it slowly drain away, each moment emptied of its potential? At age twenty, Halee Gray Scott was doing things her way when God challenged her with these two questions. Confronted with the brevity of human life, she determined to start living with purpose and passion and help others do the same. For the last seven years, Halee has been studying the lives of female Christian leaders to determine what keeps them from fully flourishing as people of influence. Its not that Christian women cannot or do not want to lead; its that their way is fraught with roadblocks.In Dare Mighty Things, Halee unpacks the results of her research, tackling the top challenges for Christian women, including:What prevents us from seeing ourselves as leadersHow to discern what we are really, truly meant to doHow to navigate between our roles as women and leadersHow the myth that only exceptional Christian women can lead hurts all Christian womenDare Mighty Things is a guidebook for women navigating the difficult waters of leadership. Packed with helpful advice and strategies for success, it will challenge you to claim your God-given potential and lead with confidence, poise, and grace.

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A violent criminal with a knack for evading justice. A beautiful victim with a secret to hide. Between them stands one good cop, torn between justice and the law. This rape case is an exception: The victim is more than willing to testify. And theres abundant evidence to put the suspect behind bars. Just one thing bothers Detective Larry Millsaps. Young and beautiful Melissa Nelson seems to know almost too much about the evidence needed to convict her attacker. The unfolding investigation unearths a brutal track record on the part of the suspect . . . and a stunning revelation of Melissas own haunting past that could do far worse than destroy her credibility. Caught in a deadly conflict between the ironies of the law and the demands of his Christian convictions, Millsaps finds himself protecting Melissa from a psychopathic stalkers lethal game of cat-and-mouse . . . even as evidence collects that could send to prison not an inhuman criminal, but the woman Millsaps has come to love. Justifiable Means is the second book in the Sun Coast Chronicles by award-winning author Terri Blackstock. From absorbing legal drama to lightning-paced action, the Sun Coast Chronicles offers suspense at its finest, tempered with remarkable realism and penetrating insights into the human heart. Look for Evidence of Mercy, Presumption of Guilt, and Ulterior Motives at your favorite bookstore.

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Flickering pixels are the tiny dots of light that make up the screens of life--from TVs to cell phones. They are nearly invisible, but they change us.

In this provocative book, author Shane Hipps takes readers beneath the surface of things to see how the technologies we use end up using us.

Not all is dire, however, as Hipps shows us that hidden things have far less power to shape us when they aren't hidden anymore. We are only puppets of our technology if we remain asleep.

Flickering Pixels will wake us up--and nothing will look the same again.

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The NIV Application Commentary helps you communicate and apply biblical text effectively in today's context.

To bring the ancient messages of the Bible into today's world, each passage is treated in three sections:
Original Meaning. Concise exegesis to help readers understand the original meaning of the biblical text in its historical, literary, and cultural context.Bridging Contexts. A bridge between the world of the Bible and the world of today, built by discerning what is timeless in the timely pages of the Bible.Contemporary Significance. This section identifies comparable situations to those faced in the Bible and explores relevant application of the biblical messages. The author alerts the readers of problems they may encounter when seeking to apply the passage and helps them think through the issues involved.
This unique, award-winning commentary is the ideal resource for today's preachers, teachers, and serious students of the Bible, giving them the tools, ideas, and insights they need to communicate God's Word with the same powerful impact it had when it was first written.

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John H. Walton, Gerald H. Wilson, Paul Koptak, Iain Provan

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The reality show ended with an engagement, so why doesnt this feel like the fairy tale she thought it would be?

The Rejection Connection hardly sounds like the place to fall in love, but Wynne Hardy walked off the reality-TV set with an engagement ring. And in the whirlwind of publicity and preparation that follows a TV-bride-to-be in her fifteen minutes of fame, Wynne barely has time to consider how she really feels about her new fiance . . . to say nothing of how she still feels about her ex.

As the wedding plans develop, so too do Wynnes doubts: Is she in love with Andy? Or is this really about Callumthe ex-boyfriend who sent her onto Rejection Connection in the first place? A nationally televised snub might be the best revenge . . . but is it a good reason to get married?

When Callum resurfaces at the worst possible moment, Wynne cant help wondering if shes made a huge mistake. Is her marriage a publicity stunt? And what happens when the cameras stop rolling, and she has a husband she barely knows?

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Discerning Truth in a World of Deception

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Can psychics really see our futures? Do angels really float among us on earth? What about demons? And could the supernatural things that happen on TV and in the movies really occur? Using Barna research and biblical truths, Mark Matlock separates the truths from the lies we are told and helps teens like you avoid the traps that can lead to deception.

We all know demogorgons arent real, and that evil dolls cant come to life ... but are there elements of the paranormal that are really around us on earth? And if so, what does that mean? In Dont Buy the Lie, Mark Matlock uses the knowledge hes gained in his role as a special project analyst and presenter for the Barna Group to present clear principles and intriguing examples that show you how to respond to the supernatural with wisdom, and without being duped. He identifies thinking traps that lead to deception, such as letting your emotions take over and convincing yourself something could be real until it seemingly is. And with clarity, he provides biblical answers to frequently asked questions about such things as miracles, angels, demons, and psychic abilities.

Dont Buy the Lie:
looks at both the spiritual and secular sides of the supernatural to show what is real and what is falsehelps develop discernment when it comes to things you might encountercompares the supernatural claims in our world today with what was happening in the early church to present a biblical perspectivecontains real research and feedback from teens on each topic

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A Guide to Putting Down the Phone, Burning the To-Do List, and Letting Go of Perfection to Grasp What Really Matters!

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Discover the power, joy, and love of living a present, authentic, and intentional life despite a world full of distractions.

If technology is the new addiction, then multitasking is the new marching order. We check our email while cooking dinner, send a text while bathing the kids, and spend more time looking into electronic screens than into the eyes of our loved ones. With our never-ending to-do lists and jam-packed schedules, it's no wonder we're distracted.

But this isn't the way it has to be.

Special education teacher, New York Times bestselling author, and mother Rachel Macy Stafford says enough is enough. Tired of losing track of what matters most in life, Rachel began practicing simple strategies that enabled her to momentarily let go of largely meaningless distractions and engage in meaningful soul-to-soul connections.

Finding balance doesn't mean giving up all technology forever. And it doesn't mean forgoing our jobs and responsibilities. What it does mean is seizing the little moments that life offers us to engage in real and meaningful interaction. In these pages, Rachel guides you through how to:
Acknowledge the cost of your distractionMake purposeful connection with your familyGive your kids the gift of your undivided attentionSilence your inner criticLet go of the guilt from past mistakesAnd move forward with compassion and gratefulness
So join Rachel and go hands-free. Discover what happens when you choose to open your heart--and your hands--to the possibilities of each God-given moment.

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KJV, Our Heritage and Faith Holy Bible for African-American Teens

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Finding a way to interest and engage teens in Gods Word has always been a challenge. Our Heritage and Faith Holy Bible for African-American Teens is the perfect resource to help teens learn more about their faith in a relevant context. It focuses on the questions that teens have about their personal faith, their heritage, and traditions of worship. This relevant Bible provides teens with answers that help them understand their African-American Christian roots while learning more about Gods Word. Teens will treasure this Bible as they come to know the roots of their lives, their forms of worship, and their faith in God. Features Include: Complete text of the King James Version, the timeless, beloved Bible translation Introductions to each book of the Bible 16 full-color tip-in pages with photographs and captions Words of Christ in red Innovative Italian Duo-Tone designs customized for guys and girls Presentation pages for gift giving

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The Amplified Bible translation delivers enhanced understanding of the rich nuances and shades of meaning of the original Greek and Hebrew words in Scripture. Using a unique system of brackets, parentheses, and italics, the Amplified Bible defines and expands key words and phrases within the text of Scripture. In this way, the fuller meaning of Gods Word unfolds, verse by verse, as you read.

Features:
Footnotes: provide concise historical and archaeological information and devotional insights, plus hundreds of references to select sources and authorsBook Introductions: tell you about the books author, background, purpose, and themesConcordance: helps you find the location of verses (25,000 entries)Bibliography and Glossary: give you a handy list of the sources cited in the study notes and the most frequent amplifications in the text
This Amplified Bible: Classic Edition (AMPC) contains the 1987 edition of the Amplified Bible text.

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Understanding the Hopes, Hurts, Needs, and Dreams of Women in the Church

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This book will open your eyes to the needs, frustrations, dreams, and potential of your churchs greatest resourcethe 60 percent of its members who provide far more than 60 percent of what keeps it going. The women of your church think the world of you, pastor. But they deeply wish you understood a few things about them that can make an enormous difference to their well-being and that of your church.From the findings of her personal survey of hundreds of Christian women, Denise George shares with you unique, long-overdue insights about things that have left you scratching your head. Better still, youll find out what you can actually do about	The tiredness and the hurts of women	Their longing for friends, fellowship, and spiritual growth	Their concerns for their marriages and their children	Your impact on them	Respecting the ways women differ from men	Helping women fulfill their need to give to the church... and much more.

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An event that changed five teens lives ... and could alter the future of the world. Sam Becker has been suffering nightmares and waking up to disturbing paintings he doesnt recall creating. Hes also plagued by an inability to remember his childhood and the details of a night that changed him forever. When he encounters spiteful, fallen angels who are intent on destroying him, the vital memories return and it is clear he and his childhood friends are in grave danger. When Sam contacts Jonah, Carly, Jenna, and J, it becomes clear they too are suffering the same nightmares. Sam summons them to St. Louis where they find they are Watcherspart of a prophecy that will help end a war between fallen angels intent on destroying humanity and the guardian angel forces of heaven. Their Watcher gift allows them to see what rages around them, but when the fallen discover the Watchers abilities are growing, the five are placed in mortal danger ... and all may not survive.

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They Need Your Help (Whether You Have Kids or Not)

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Millions of children are not fulfilling their God-given potential in many of our nation's classrooms. Their potential and purpose is being left on the floor of classrooms in many low-income communities. What may God have called them to do? How is a substandard education prohibiting them from accomplishing that purpose? In what ways are Christians and churches accountable for that? How are we our brother and sister's keeper with respect to a quality education?Join Nicole Baker Fulgham, formerly on the national staff of Teach for America and the founder of The Expectations Project, as she explores what our role is in solving the nation's crisis for public education. This Barna Frame explores a critical topic of our time - schools in crisis.

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The Best Kept Secret of Christian Mission

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Promoting the Gospel with More Than Our Lips

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This book comes out of years of reflection, failures, and some successes in the task of reaching out to others with the gospel. Many Christians think of the task of mission as an entirely verbal activity, when perhaps the best kept secret of New Testament teaching about mission is that it involves a whole range of activities that explicitly promote Christ to the world and draw others to him, and only a few of them involve speaking. Without diminishing or downplaying the importance of speaking the gospel, John Dickson shows that, on the other hand, downplaying the range of activities that promote Christ to the world has its own set of problems. It can make those who are not confident about speakingof anything, let alone Jesusfeel inadequate and self-conscious in the task of reaching out to others. Equally, it can make those who do have a flair for speaking feel as though they are fulfilling Christs mission just by talking. But the reality is that the Lord wants our whole life, not just our lips, in the task of bringing the gospel to the world. Every facet of our lives can be used by God to promote the news of his power and mercy. In this practical guide to the biblical art of sharing your faith, John Dickson offers refreshing insight into the ways that all Christians can and should be involved in spreading the good news of Jesus. While not all Christians are called and gifted to become evangelists, we are all called to promote the gospel through a wide range of activitiesprayer, financial partnership, good deeds, godly lives, public worship, daily conversation, etc.with and without our lips. As readers engage with this book, grapple with its arguments and hear the stories of people coming to faith, they will be inspired to see the whole of life as significant for bringing the gospel to the world, and they will be liberated out of guilt and self-consciousness in evangelism into becoming perfectly natural promoters of Jesus Christ.

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Pursuing the family name as the finest silk producer in Lyon, the young Huguenot Rachelle Dushane-Macquinet is thrilled to accompany her famous couturier Grandmere to Paris, there to create a silk trousseau for the Royal Princess Marguerite Valois. The Court is magnificent; its regent, Catherine de Medici, deceptively charming ... and the circumstances, darker than Rachelle could possibly imagine. At a time in history when the tortures of the Bastille and the fiery stake are an almost casual consequence in France, a scourge of recrimination is moving fast and furious against the Huguenotsand as the Queen Mother's political intrigues weave a web of deception around her, Rachelle finds herself in imminent danger. Hope rests in warning the handsome Marquis Fabien de Vendome of the wicked plot against his kin. But to do so, Rachelle must follow a perilous course.

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You Mean I Can Ask That? Boys bodies do the craziest things! They can knock a baseball out to right field or trip in front of class. But at a certain point, those bodies start to grow up and go through some wild changes. You might be wondering things like: Why don't I look like him? How can I get buff without steroids? And how can I handle that talk my parents want to haveyou know, the talk? Yikes! Guy Talk answers all the important questions you want answers to but would rather not ask, mixing fun with great advice for growing guys.

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Historical Theology presents the key pillars of the contemporary church and the development of those doctrines as they evolved from the history of Christian thought.

Most historical theology texts follow Christian beliefs in a strict chronological manner with the classic theological loci scattered throughout various time periods, movements, and controversiesmaking for good history but confusing theology.

This companion to the classic bestseller Systematic Theology is unique among historical theologies. Gregg Allison sets out the history of Christian doctrine according to a topical-chronological arrangementone theological element at a time instead of committing to a discussion of theological thought according to its historical appearance alone.

This method allows you to:
Contemplate one tenet of Christianity at a time, along with its formulation in the early churchthrough the Middle Ages, Reformation, and post-Reformation era, and into the modern period.Become familiar with the primary source material of Christian history's most important contributors, such as Cyprian, Augustine, Aquinas, Luther, Calvin, Barth, and others.Understand the development of evangelical doctrine with a focus on the centrality of the gospel.Discern a sense of urgent need for greater doctrinal understanding in the whole church.
Historical Theology is an easy-to-read textbook for any Christian who wants to know how the church has come to believe what it believes today. Gregg Allison's clear and concise structure make this resource an ideal introduction to Christian doctrine.

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Fourteen-year-old Elvira Witsil lives in a remote area of Wisconsin with her mother, Connie, who acknowledges Elvira only when chores need doing; her grandma, a cantankerous woman who cant hold her tongue; and her baby sister, Jessie who, the family discovers, is a seer. Along with the burdens of a difficult family, Elvira also bears a daunting secret she encouraged her father to enlist in WWII. Ever since he was declared missing in action, Elvira has felt responsible for his presumed death. But Jessie also carries a secret about the father she never met a secret so powerful that when her mother, Connie, learns of it, she sends the family on a journey to California with a traveling preacher. This powerful teen manuscript tells the story of a familys journey toward forgiveness and a young womans journey toward faith

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The Bible for Blockheads---Revised Edition

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If you have a hard time making sense of the Bible, The Bible for Blockheads is for you. It will transform what might seem like gobbledygook into incredible significanceenough to change your life. It can do that because the Bible is more amazing than you've ever dreamed, packed with riches, and making sense of it is no mystery. You'll even have fun as you learn! The Bible for Blockheadsnewly revised and updatedhelps you to: - Discover how the Bible's message unfolds from start to finish - Learn how the Bible developed over many centuries - Familiarize yourself with the main divisions of the Bible and its 66 individual books - Find out proven principles for accurately interpreting what you read - Acquaint yourself with important people, places, and events of the Bible - Learn key biblical terms and discover the different types of literature represented in the Scriptures - Get a handle on the Bible's historical and cultural background - Discover why the Bible among all books is called "God's Word"