CHAPTER 1 - Sovereignty; The Mystery of God in All Things. A definition of the word sovereignty is given. Word studies for the words predestination, foreknowledge, and chosen are given, showing how these concepts tie in with the sovereignty of God. Questions are posed that people might ask about the sovereignty of God, and Biblical answers are suggested from various passages in the Bible. CHAPTER 2 - Sovereignty - Paul’s statement in Ephesians 1:3-14. Paul mentions the blessing of God thre...

It's not what students know, but what they do with what they know that is importantSchools are changing in response to this reality, and in Transforming Schools Using Project-Based Learning, Performance Assessment, and Common Core Standards, Bob Lenz, Justin Wells, and Sally Kingston draw on the example of the Envision Education schools, as well as other leading schools around the country, to show how the concept of deeper learning can meet the need for st...

The days of "deep learning for some, rote learning for most" are over.Project based learning (PBL) is a powerful educational approach that empowers students to• Engage with authentic content.• Co-construct knowledge.• Work to solve real-world problems.• Develop lifelong learning skills.Access to these foundational components of deeper learning benefits all students, but especially those marginalized by traditional teaching pract...

Take a deep breath of hope, and prepare to set sail for deeper waters in this remarkable exploration of God 's truly amazing gift of grace! Rebecca St. James, Grammy-winning Christian recording artist Grace is amazing! Get ready to explore the depths of God's acceptance. Get ready to have your heart changed. Get ready for grace! This book is for those who: Don't understand what grace is all about. Know they don t deserve God's grace. Think they deserve God's grace. Reject grace and ke...

Short, Friendly Beginner's Guide to the BibleThe Bible can be overwhelming. For those unfamiliar with this huge and ancient book, it's hard to even know where to begin. These short, digestible readings answer questions about where the Bible came from, what it's about, and why it matters. Daryl Aaron blends the knowledge of a college professor with the friendly, welcoming tone of a pastor. Broken into forty small chapters, this book is perfect for those who want quick and clear answ...

Are you putting your whole faith in God but still living as if everything is up to you?You may believe in God, attend church, and generally treat people with kindness…but are you living as if God doesn't exist? Have you surrendered to God completely, living every day depending upon the Holy Spirit?Pastor and bestselling author Craig Groeschel will lead you on a personal journey toward an authentic, God-honoring life. This honest, hard-hitting, and eye-openi...

Are You Sure You Know What Your Favorite Bible Stories Mean?A surprising number of popular Bible stories are commonly misused or misunderstood, even by well-intentioned Christians. In this concise yet thorough book, Eric J. Bargerhuff helps you fully understand the meaning of David and Goliath, Jonah and the Big Fish, the Woman Caught in Adultery, and other well-known Bible stories.Providing fascinating historical and scriptural insights, Bargerhuff helps y...

God loves you just the way you are, but he refuses to leave you there. He wants you to be just like Jesus.Can you think of a better offer?Jesus felt no guilt; God wants you to feel no guilt. Jesus had no bad habits; God wants to do away with yours. Jesus had no fears; God wants the same for you. Jesus had no anxiety about death; you needn't either. God's desire, his plan, his ultimate goal is to make you into the image of Christ.But how does this change occur? And w...

A New York Times Best-Seller!Jesus is ____. How would you finish that sentence?The subject is there, and so is the verb, but what comes next? Your answer could shed light on the path to becoming who you were made to be.In these pages, Judah Smith fills out that sentence again and again, each time further revealing the character of Jesus. He writes as if to a friend, illustrating the importance of Christ’s message to modern ...

**New York Times bestsellerPastor Steven Furtick draws on the biblical story of Elisha to give you the confidence to know that nothing is impossible with God, the clarity to see the next step He’s calling you to take, and the courage to do anything He tells you to do*.***Most of us aren’t in danger of ruining our lives, but we are in danger of wasting them. We all have honest moments when we’re gripped by a desire to feel that wh...

Do you ever find yourself wondering . . .Is it actually possible to know, beyond the shadow of a doubt, that I am going to heaven?If you say that my salvation is "eternally secure" and that I can never lose it, does that mean that I can commit any sin and still go to heaven?How can an understanding of "eternal security" make a difference in my Christian life?With the wisdom and skill of a man who has personally wrestled with these questions,...

As a self made multi-millionaire, Dani Johnson knows from personal experience what it takes to turn your financial life around. Over the years, Dani has become one of the most sought after success coaches in the world. Her easy to follow, proven success strategies have propelled thousands from all walks of life to achieve extraordinary results in their business and personal lives. In Spirit Driven Success, Dani reveals time tested biblical secrets to achieving financial freedom. Insid...