There is little doubt that we are quick in Western culture to follow after idols. Why are we so easily led astray? Could it be because postmodern thinking has masked idols so that we do not recognize them? What if you really are an idolater at heart? What can you do to remedy this cultural disease? Do you want answers? If so, then Hollow Gods offers a glimpse into the connections between postmodern culture and its rapid decline into idolatry, providing the biblical reasons and solutions to...

This book provides an exegetical-theological-rhetorical paradigm, "the Christ-oriented approach" (Lk 24:27, 44), that facilitates accuracy, effectiveness, and practicality in preaching the New Testament use of the Old. In providing a practical expository model, and sermon preparation/evaluation principles, this work moves beyond the level of theory into the realm of praxis, and will thus appeal to practitioners as well as to academics.

The world didn't end all at once.It died piece by piece.Kyle has learned how to survive by staying quiet, moving fast, and trusting almost nobody. Alongside Molly, Jay, Mel, and a scrappy young boy named Cody, he's managed to stay one step ahead of the violence swallowing what's left of the world.But danger isn't always waiting outside.Some scars follow you.Some horrors live inside your head.When terrifying secrets from the past begin clawing...

Walk with me on my journey. Although there may be many trials in life, we still have a reason to smile.

Master personal finance and build lifelong wealth early with this empowering teen guide to smart investing and saving. Turn your daily school commute into a motivating masterclass on financial independence. Instead of confusing economic jargon, you get straightforward mentorship on transforming a first part-time job or side hustle into an unstoppable income engine.Break free from common money traps and discover the absolute freedom of aligning your cash with your personal values. S...

Turn Your Radio On tells the fascinating stories behind gospel music's most unforgettable songs, including "Amazing Grace," "The Battle Hymn of the Republic," "He Touched Me," "I'll Fly Away," "Were You There?" and many more. These are the songs that have shaped our faith and brought us joy. You'll find out: What famous song traces back to a sailor's desperate prayer, What Bill Gaither tune was recorded by Elvis Presley in 1969 -- and won a Grammy, What song was born during a carriage ride...

The gospel presents a life-changing NUTS wisdom that conflicts with normal ways of making sense of the world. There is the World According to Normal. There is the World According to NUTS . . . where NUTS is an acronym for Never Underestimate the Spirit. The wisdom of Jesus is a NUTS wisdom.—From the book All people are different, but some are more different than others. Christians are meant to be the most different of all. Yet we often “normalize” God. We judge what is a successful Christi...

Every Christian desires to follow the Bible. But many of the things the Bible teaches—such as its instructions on how to treat slaves or its direction to sell everything one owns—seem to have little relevance to modern life. Picking and choosing what applies today leaves many readers frustrated and confused.Is it possible that Christians are asking the wrong question of Scripture? Ron Martoia suggests that the narrative sweep of the Bible is lost when it is reduced to quips and maxims. Fai...

Most preaching and teaching in the church engages only one of the senses—hearing. In The Power of Multisensory Preaching and Teaching, Rick Blackwood shows how recognizing and engaging the multiple senses of the congregation can lead to greater impact.Blackwood presents both biblical evidence and scientific research showing that the more senses we stimulate in teaching and preaching, the greater the levels of learner attention, comprehension, and retention. Blackwood addresses both the “wh...

A Recipe for Dreaming is a little treasure of wise words and beautiful images. With insight, humour and a deep sense of humanity, Bryce Courtenay inspires us to become dreamers and questioners, creators of lives that are rich and rewarding. Illuminating these musings are the superb visual poems of Anie Williams.'Whatever the dream, no matter how daring or grand, somebody will eventually achieve it. It might as well be you.' Bryce Courtenaybrycecour...

There's no way around it: From the point of view of the difficult people in our lives, we're the ones being difficult. If only we would stop resisting and agree that the person we're calling "difficult" is right and we need to do exactly what s/he tells us to do. Of course, this is exactly what we're thinking about her/him. It may seem counterintuitive, but once we stop being "difficult," from the point of view of the other person, the other person will stop being difficult as well. This b...

Learn how to gain control over your daily thoughts to create the life you desire. Harness the energy around you and accept the gifts that come your way!Our mind is a powerful tool that is under utilized. Within your own mind lies an area of power that can help you obtain what you want. Find out how to make changes in order to create a happier you.