THE KEY TO LIVING A LIFE OF PURPOSE STARTS WITH CATCHING A GLIMPSE OF HEAVEN.Many of us have become so preoccupied by the here and now that we've lost sight of the fact that Heaven is our home. Our minds have fallen captive to a thousand distractions. EXPERIENCING HEAVEN will help you regain your focus and your sense of purpose by helping you pay attention to Heaven in a new and fresh way. These daily readings, scripture passages, prayers, and stories will help you recover a vision...

The Clear Word has renewed the devotional lives of thousands of people. Let it renew yours today! This easy-to-read paraphrase is now available for your portable reading device. This eBook edition features resizable text, bookmarking, built-in-dictionary, easy verse selector, searching, and much more!

Although Jesus' ministry was brief, the message he preached and the examples he set have become the foundation of a faith that has touched the hearts and minds of millions. Even today, two thousand years after his death, his influence in the world remains undiminished.The Words of Jesus consists of a carefully chosen selection of sayings, one for each day of the year, taken from the words of Jesus himself, and from those who knew him best. Accessible and thought-provoking, this boo...

The book of Ecclesiastes is a search for the meaning in life.The quest of the author is to find what gives life purpose. He sought fulfilment in pleasure, possessions, position and profession. He examined life in general and saw that there was a general sense of hopelessness in it. In the end, he concluded that a life without God was a life without meaning.To know God and reverence Him brings the fullness and satisfaction to life we all crave.The Song of Solomon is a beautiful stor...

The question of life purpose is prominent in the minds of many people. Many are asking the question, "Why am I here? Is there a purpose to my life?" The intention of the book is to bring a different perspective to the subject of purpose - a perspective that will bring a sense of rest and freedom.This book has been born out of my own journey as I have wrestled with the question of purpose for the past 35 years and have really sought to understand God's perspective on this issue. My ...

NEW! Now in Paperbound! Join Patrick Madrid and discover the majesty and power of scripture in A Year with the Bible: Scriptural Wisdom for Daily Living. This daily devotional offers rich passages from the Bible accompanied by thoughtful meditations by Madrid, world-renowned writer and scholar. This vibrant and spiritual collection is the perfect daily companion, packed with the wisdom of the Scriptures; the Word of God. A Year with the Bible is a worthy introduction to Scripture, a daily ...

This approachable Lent course invites us to view sin as something to be understood, rather than condemned. It argues that our darker traits must be coaxed into the light in order to manage them and work towards healing and renewal. An intriguing choice for both personal and group reflection.

Experience God's Compassion and Glorious Character in Your LifeThe book of Psalms is often our first choice when we're searching for comfort, mercy, or reassurance. The meeting of human emotions and divine love shines bright in every chapter.From the author of 52 Weeks with Jesus and 52 Weeks Through the Bible comes an insightful and inspiring journey through select portions of the Psalms. As you spend time contemplating the holy words of ...

Here is a guide to devotions for each week of the year. The priests of old tended the fire in the tent of meeting, where the people offered their gifts and rededicated themselves to God. Because of Christ's sacrifice on the cross, we no longer worship with burnt offerings. Yet we must tend and preserve the spiritual fires. Brother Lawrence, Martin Luther, and many others have fanned the flames. Jesus Christ is still the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Yet we must stir the fire to understand ...

Jesus' birth in a cave, his childhood, escapades, his secret sayings, and his descent to the underworld; the torments in Hell; Saint Paul baptizing a lion; the death of Pontius Pilate and Saint Peter being crucified upside down. These are among the fascinating stories found in this present selection. They all come from early Christian legends which did not get into the Bible, yet have had a profound influence on art, literature, and theology from the second century through the Middle Ages ...

When sinners meet the Saviour something happens. They are forced to re-examine their lives and priorities. They come to see life through new eyes. They are changed.The Gospel of John is filled with stories of encounters between Jesus and regular people of His day. Each of these encounters is unique and has somethng to teach us about what it means to follow the Lord Jesus. In this study we will examine a variety of these encounters in a way that will challenge you in your own relati...