Devotional Bible

As was the case for millions of other people, I first stumbled over Psalm 40 thanks to U2, the legendary rock and roll band. As the closing track on U2’s 1983 album entitled War, “40” capped a work marked by loss and lament with a hopeful note of longing. And while “40” may have closed an album (and many incredible concerts after that), the song was actually a profound opening as well. For so many, “40” was an invitation to the Christian Scriptures, a reintroduction to what were previously seen as the antiquated and staid pages of the Bible. With U2 providing a new melody by ...

Can Christians discover spiritual meaning in a superhero movie!? As the culmination of twenty-plus movies, Marvel’s Avengers: Endgame made a massive cultural impact and broke all sorts of records on its march to become the highest-grossing movie of all time. Endgame earned $2.8 billion in the box-office, making it one of the most watched and most influential films in popular culture. For that reason, Marvel’s box-office bombshell is worth examining through the lens of faith. How does Endgame sit alongside the Christian faith? Does it echo the gospel in some fashion? Join award-winning ...

Ever since he became a Christian at the age of 40, it has been Poirot actor David Suchet's dream to make an audio recording of the Bible. In between filming the final episodes of Poirot, David Suchet spent over 200 hours in the recording studio to create the very first full-length audio version of the NIV Bible spoken by a single British actor. This New Testament edition is excerpted from that Bible.

"Biblical womanhood" is the idea that the Bible teaches God-ordained male leadership and female submission in the home and subordination in the church. Some say this hierarchy of authority is sufficiently evidenced by examples of male leadership (and lack of female leadership) in the Bible: the first human was male, Israel's official priests were male, most authors of Scripture were male, Jesus was male and chose twelve male Apostles. God is addressed as Father. Wives are commanded to submit to their husbands.

We have all heard of Eve, the very first woman who was created in God's own image. She lived in a beautiful garden, the Garden of Eden, and she was married to the first man, Adam. Remember her? She lived a perfect life in an idyllic setting. Unfortunately, it didn't last long. Join Shirley Corder as she draws Eve out of the shadow of the garden and shows her as a real flesh-and-blood woman. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your situation, or faced seemingly impossible challenges, you will identify with this woman who had no mother, sister, or even female friend. Written in creative non-...

INTIMATE DECEPTION-SIX DANGEROUS LOVE AFFAIRSIn "Intimate Deception," Charles Morris exposes the destructive force of betrayal within the church, revealing the perilous trap of “Six Dangerous Love Affairs.” As believers, we often assume everyone in the church shares a genuine love for God, only to be disillusioned by hypocrisy and deceit. Morris prompts introspection, questioning whether our response to God's radical love goes beyond mere rituals and superficial devotion. This short but impactful read urges readers to break free from religious complacency and embrace a passionate love ...

In The Bible Jesus Read, Yancey challenges the perception that the New Testament is more important than the Old. Writing with keen insight into the human condition and God’s provision for it, he sets off on a personal journey through the parts we most like to keep at arm’s length—Job, Deuteronomy, Psalms, Ecclesiastes, and the Prophets—and he asks us to bring our own questions, concerns, and our openness to the wonders of God.

Writing as always with keen insight into the human condition and God’s provision for it, Yancey debunks this theory once and for all. Yes, he agrees, the Old Testament can be baffling, boring, and even offensive to the modern listener. But as he personally discovered, the Old Testament is full of rewards for the one who embraces its riches.

Lay the foundation for a lifetime of love, faith, and understanding with curated Bible passages for navigating the ups and downs of dating. This couple’s devotional features one devotion for each week of the year to inspire discussion between you and your partner and renew your bond with each other and God.

This collection of 365 Our Daily Bread devotions will strengthen men to hold fast to God amid the challenges and uncertainties of today's world. With the title taken from Hebrews 10:23, “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering,” this hardcover giftbook is a follow-up to the men’s devotional Stand Strong. Each reading offers Scripture, a relevant modern-day example, and key faith-building insight in less than 5 minutes.

A Personal Encounter with God that Transforms Your Life The enemy is actively waging war to thwart and hinder believers from receiving their blessings by preventing the Word of God from bearing fruit in their lives. He aims to instill hopelessness in believers and distract them from understanding and fulfilling God’s Word. God has destined every Christian for a personal encounter and a life-transforming "Word in season." Such encounters with God will never leave a person unchanged. Discover prayer tools and tips to combat the enemy's schemes and unveil your faith and blessings. This book ...

In Search of Wisdom is a daily devotional book based on 366 verses from the New International Version of the Holy Bible. I wrote it to help you keep your mind on God daily. If you start and finish your year with an optimistic spin on life, you will likely experience success.

Janis believes we need a daily rhythm of seeking intimacy with God. This has the power to transform lives. Join her as you discover her experiences in studying God's Word on a daily basis. Through journaling and prayer you can grow closer to God. Be inspired. Be encouraged. Grow through God's Word.

Practical scriptures for Modern-day Teen girls of Faith. Being a teenager is both fun and strange. Fun because you have enough freedom to enjoy yourself and see the world around you but no adulthood responsibilities to pull you down. Weird because you feel yourself changing. In and out. You are no longer treated as a child. You go through so much and learn so much about yourself and about life. You know who you can and can’t trust. You also go through many changes with your body and body image. You deal with self-esteem issues and loss of friendships Inside this Teen devotional, you’ll ...

We love to read about the good guys in the Bible; those spiritual giants who inspire us to give faithful obedience lives of service to our loving God and Creator. We can learn so much from their examples. But there are plenty of bad guys on the pages of the Bible that I believe can offer powerful lessons of what not to be and whose example not to follow. Their examples remind us that we can learn lessons to apply to our life, not just from the good guys but from the bad guys as well. It should come as no surprise to us that while it is important to learn what to do, it is equally important ...

Dual Citizenship: Living for Heaven While Serving on Earth A 10-Day Devotional Journey to Embrace Your Eternal Identity Are you torn between this world's responsibilities and your longing for something greater? Dual Citizenship is the perfect Devotional to remind you that you don't just belong here—you belong to heaven. Based on Philippians 3:20, this uplifting 10-day Devotional explores what it means to live as a citizen of earth and heaven. With heartfelt reflections, meaningful prayers, and engaging activities, each chapter helps you draw closer to your eternal home while living boldly...

Through this 52-week devotional experience, you will be reacquainted with the obstacles and outcomes of familiar couples like Abraham & Sarah... and meet some lesser-known couples like Othniel & Aksah. Each week focuses on one couple of the Bible, from Adam & Eve to Christ & His Bride. You will read their story, learn about their cultural setting and explore how their story can teach you important truths about your own marriage. Each week you will be guided with questions applying biblical truth to your relationship with your spouse.

A rudimentary definition of a disciple is a follower or adherent of a teacher – and in the ancient biblical world a disciple would actively imitate both the life and the teachings of the teacher. In what is known today as the Great Commission of the church, when Jesus was asking His followers to, “Go and make disciples of all nations”, He was asking His disciples, “to go and ‘actively imitate both the life and the teaching’ that I have shared with you, to others.” With that in mind, it appears the Christian’s assignment today is to aggressively and persuasively share with ...

My Personal Catholic Handbook. This is a personal Catholic Handbook regarding the Catholic faith. This explains in general terms God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, The Trinity, the Pope, Angels, Saints, Heaven, Hell, Purgatory, the virtues, the vices and why we suffer. Catholics should know their faith and non-Catholics can read and truly understand what Catholics believe and why. Why we should pray is explained and some basic prayers have been included in this book

"How to live an authentic and godly life" offers a practical and concise roadmap for transforming your life through spiritual alignment with God. This guide provides insights and guidance on how to embrace a life that is in tune with your true self and in harmony with God's will for you. By following the principles and teachings outlined in this book, you can embark on a journey towards a more meaningful and purposeful existence, guided by the divine wisdom and love of God. Through prayer, meditation, and a commitment to living in accordance with God's plan, you can experience a profound ...