Devotional Bible

Renowned spoken word artist David Bowden tackles one of the most difficult questions of all---Where is God when we can’t find him?---and reveals what God’s absence and his presence tell us about God’s glory and his grace.

In our everyday lives, friends are the people whom we spend the most time with, go through struggles with at times, and who know us best. Each of Jesus' friends - Peter, John, Matthew, Judas, Mary Magdalene, and Lazarus - traveled with Jesus and were part of his daily ministry, and each has a compelling story to tell. There were some who would question or doubt him, and one would even betray him. Kingsbury brings these fascinating personalities to life in ways that will not only help bring you closer to the truths found in scripture, but also to Christ.

"Biblical Heroes: Men of Faith and Courage" is a six-week Bible study that covers 42 heroes. Embark on an inspiring journey through the pages of history and scripture as you meet the extraordinary heroes of the Bible. These were not men of superhuman strength or intellect, but ordinary individuals called by God to accomplish extraordinary deeds. In this compelling book, you will encounter 42 of these heroes, each embodying a timeless truth that is as relevant today as it was thousands of years ago. In "Biblical Heroes: Men of Faith and Courage," you are invited not just to read these ...

Embark on a transformative journey through the letters of Peter, one of Jesus’s most intriguing disciples. In 1 & 2 Peter Bible Study, you’ll delve deep into the practical teachings and profound insights found in these two powerful letters to Jesus’s church. From being chosen and living in exile, to the importance of obedience and the anticipation of a new heaven and a new earth, the disciple’s words resonate with timeless wisdom and relevance. As you explore each chapter, you’ll uncover a rich tapestry of faith, hope, and perseverance that will inspire and challenge you in your ...

I'm not going to promise this book will bring you joy.Some might say I should call this "30 days to Incredible Joy", but that may not be the end result; it wasn't for me. When God confronted me on my rejection of joy and invited me to spend a month exploring it, I somehow knew erupting into song and dance wasn't the goal; the pursuit was. God wanted me to reject joy no longer, even if my journey to experiencing joy was ongoing. Perhaps this devotional will lead you to song and dance; while I can't promise that, I do believe that committing a month to exploring joy won't be fruitless. For me...

This book is filled with brief moments of inspiration from the daily Gospel readings for the 2023 Liturgical Calendar.These inspirations come from reflection on the daily Gospel reading using the prayer of Lectio Divina. Lectio is an ancient prayer technique that originated with the church fathers and was further explored and adopted by the Benedictines and many others. Lectio is a way of allowing the Holy Spirit to illuminate and teach by way of personalizing Scripture. It consists of progressively reading and praying with a Scripture passage. Each time the Scripture is read there is an ...

Reinforce beginner reading skills with your little one while listening to eight favorite Bible stories with The Beginner’s Bible Read Through the Bible. Combining the trusted The Beginner’s Bible, which has sold over 25 million products since 1989, with the proven I Can Read format, this My First I Can Read collection combines basic language and word repetition - and is perfect for shared listening with a child.

Grounded in carefully selected Scripture, Believe Audio Bible in the NIV is a unique spiritual growth experience that takes you on a journey to think, act, and be more like Jesus. General Editor and pastor Randy Frazee walks you through the 10 key beliefs of the Christian faith, the 10 key practices of a Jesus-follower, and the 10 key virtues that characterize someone who is becoming more like Jesus.

Introduce Christ to your children and promote their spiritual growth 120 engaging devotionals that provides answers to all God related questions of inquisitive Kids."Who is God? What does God do? What does Cross stand for? What is love?" Kids have a lot of questions about God and His Creation. This kids' devotional answers these questions —and more—in this unique 120-day devotional. Carefully chosen Bible Scriptures help them draw closer to God as they learn to trust His Glory. This devotional reassures kids that God can help them with their challenges and sorrows and comforts them. ...

We often hear stories of how God works in the lives of extraordinary people. We see their lives on TV, in the media, and feel removed from their situations. Why? Because we don’t feel extraordinary. But the beautiful thing about God is He works with ordinary people to bring about extraordinary things. He has throughout history, and He won’t stop now. Using personal examples as well as stories from the Bible, this 90-Day devotional will fill the so-called “ordinary” man or woman with hope, that God has wonderful plans in store for every person who calls on His name. A collection of ...

God's Peace for When I Can't Sleep is a wonderful means for calming the mind and soothing the spirit during those drawn-out periods of restlessness. Short and simple anecdotes, quotes, Bible verses, blessings, and prayers help direct ones thoughts toward a serene and tranquil place of rest, a place full of God's presence of peace. It's the perfect companion to keep within reach for any time of night or early morning hours.

Christians from a variety of denominations and traditions are in middle of an important conversation about the final destiny of the saved. Scholars such as N. T. Wright and J. Richard Middleton have pushed back against the traditional view of heaven, and now some Christians are pushing back against them for fear that talk about the earthiness of our final hope distracts our attention from Jesus. In the familiar Counterpoints format, Four Views on Heaven brings together a well-rounded discussion and highlights similarities and differences of the current views on heaven.

Fruit of the Spirit Bible Study. Book Three: Fruit of Longsuffering. Manifesting Patience in our Lives. Do you struggle with patience? Does suffering seem to be an all too familiar aspect of your existence? If you answered yes to either of these questions--this book may just offer the answers you seek... LONGSUFFERING It is a fruit I live. Sometimes I feel like life is one long series of events that all lead to some form of suffering. Maybe I am alone in this thought process, however, I suspect that I am not. I hope that this book and my life testimony encourage all who read…

Fruit of the Spirit Bible Study. Book Nine: Fruit of Love. Cultivating and Understanding the Fruit of Love and how it can and should be Manifested in Our Lives.

Fruit of the Spirit Bible Study. Book Six: Fruit of Peace. Receiving Peace and Allowing it to Manifest in Our Hearts

Towards the end of every year, we get in the mood for Christmas. And every 25th December, we celebrate the birth of Jesus. We eat and drink and gift ourselves. But is this what Christmas is about? H.K. Holland found himself reflecting on these questions and the result was the birth of this book. He took all the verses in the Bible that talk about the birth of Jesus, studied and examined them, to find out the true meaning of incarnation. It is only when we reflect and meditate that we can be able to understand what an event is all about. At the end of reading this book, you will have a ...

A month of daily readings from the Bible for the purpose of unlearning the bad teachings of Christian Fundamentalism and learning the comfort, hope, and faith of Christianity. The book leads the reader through Scripture passages about prayer, and how the Christian can joyfully and hopefully engage in prayer, with confidence because of the work of Christ onour behalf. 30 Days of Prayer includes selections of the Psalms and other Bible passages that have blessed the prayers of believers for centuries. It is recommended that as readers use this book, they pray through the passage that is ...

Prepare Your Heart for the True Meaning of Christmas"Advent is not just about looking back but also looking forward, embracing the hope, peace, joy, and love Jesus brings." Embark on a sacred journey through the season of Advent with **"Advent With Jesus: A Bible Study Devotional"** by J.R. Heimbigner. This beautifully crafted devotional invites you to reflect deeply on the Advent season, its significance, and its transformative impact on your life. What You'll Discover Inside: A Weekly Focus on Advent Themes: Dive into reflections on Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love with dedicated devotions for ...

Bring the bible home for deeper devotional use and understanding. Bible Smarts provides for each book an overview of its authorship and historical setting, plus its stories and themes.

Do you want to know your true purpose in life? Is there a disorder within you that you need to fix and find your way back to Jesus? "Be Strong" provides you the guidance to take away your worries. A unique opportunity to bring order and peace by Inspiring you to engage with God's word. Inside this Daily devotional for Men, you'll find: 365 Daily Devotionals that don't correspond to specific dates in a Year; they are listed as Day 1, Day 2, etc. This makes the book able to be started at any point in time. You don't feel out of sync if you start mid-year. Short 5-minute devotions to spend ...