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This book, written by a Certified Christian Conciliator with more than 20 years of experience in church reconciliation, offers practical advice for improving the spiritual health of congregations and the ministers that lead them.

Even the Bible's greatest heroes stumbled. No, really, they sinned the same way that humanity today sins. Mary and Martha doubted Christ. Moses got impatient with God. Samson was prideful and forgot His strength was from God. Jonah wanted revenge and went against God's plan. The list of less-than-perfect biblical figures goes on and on. What do they have in common? God still loved them, even with their sins, mess-ups, blunders, rebelliousness: he loved them no matter what. Zoom in on why these inspirational biblical people like Moses, Samson, Gideon, David, and Peter chose to stray from the path they knew was right. More importantly, look at how God responded to apply it to your life today. Redeemed: Our Lives as Sinners and Saints will take you through 14 shortcomings as seen in the Bible, and author Dan Hoppen's own personal examples, to show that, through Christ's sacrifice on the cross, all of creation is saved and loved, no matter how bad our sins.

As a Christian, you face the pressure and stressors of the world daily. You look for rest at every turn-rest from your job, family drama, personal struggles-but the only true rest can come from Christ. Michelle Diercks invites you to find His promised rest by studying eight different names and characteristics of God.Each week of this eight-week study will feature a new name or characteristic of God along with its pronunciation and a biblical fact about it. Learn from Michelle's personal anecdotes and biblical examples of how you can, and should, cling to God's names during times of anxiety and hardship.Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. (John 14:27)Features:Discussion Questions and Answer GuideWeekly Scripture Memory VerseWeekly Devotional Coloring PageDaily Journaling Prompts

Churches across America are constantly updating their culture to accord with the secular culture. But Authentic Christianity offers another idea: that the Lutheran tradition embodies a framework of Christianity that uniquely addresses the postmodern condition. It does so not by being "emergent" or by making up a new approach to church or to the Christian life. Rather, it does so in an unexpected way: by being confessional, sacramental, and vocational. Authentic Christianity is a collaboration between an academic of the Boomer generation and a young Millennial pastor. Coming from two very different places - different generations, different vocations, different entries into Lutheranism - authors Gene Veith and Trevor Sutton offer their unique perspectives on how Lutheran theology engages contemporary life.

How does God measure success?In the Bible, you'll find no lack of sinfulness, shortcomings, rejections, and broken people. People like Joseph, Rahab, David, Jeremiah, John the Baptist, The Samaritan Woman, Peter, and Paul. Yet, we don't think of these people as failures. Rather, we see them as people God transformed, turning their lack into faithfulness for His good.Study these eight biblical figures to see that God does the same for you. He takes what you or society perceives as failure and transforms you for His plan. God does not judge based on earthly standards. No blunder is too big for him. No mess-up is beyond repair. His goodness goes beyond and turns your missteps into miracles.

"Inspired by Psalm 91, these 52 devotions, each by a different author, point to Christ and help the reader grow in her understanding of her identity in Him. This book assures women that God is our stronghold against the world, the devil, and sin and demonstrates that God is our refuge"--

"This is an expanded version of The Lutheran Confessions written by John Theodore Mueller in 1953. It provides brief introductions to each of the Lutheran Confessions, addressing what they are, why they were and are still needed, and how they express God's divine truths. The original text will be supplemented with new content pulled from various resources, such as Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions, Luther's Works, and Gerhard's Theological Commonplaces. The booklet will include various quotes from the Confessions and Church Fathers, along with additional information on the historical context. The following texts are discussed: the Apostles' Creed, the Nicene Creed, the Athanasian Creed, Luther's Small Catechism, Luther's Large Catechism, the Augsburg Confession, the Apology of the Augsburg Confession, the Smalcald Articles, and the Formula of Concord"--

Lutheranism 101: The Course works closely with Lutheranism 101 to take the reader deeper into the teaching, doctrine, or practice being presented. Sometimes that means digging into the text of Lutheranism 101 and exploring connections that are being made. Other times it means working with Scripture or some of the primary Lutheran resources for doctrine and practice. The Course can be used by groups, families, and individuals who want to dig deeper into what it means to be Lutheran. After reading a chapter in Lutheranism 101, turn to the corresponding chapter in The Course and work through the questions.

This revised and expanded study offers a 13-session examination of the Augsburg Confession and Its Apology as found in Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions. Leaders notes for The Augsburg Confession and Its Aplogy are available in the Leader Guide.Each session highlights the Law and Gospel and helps participants grow in their knowledge and understanding of the teachings of the Lutheran Church and its relevance to everyday life. This study can be used by groups or for individual study.More about the Lutheran Confessions seriesThe Lutheran Confession series presents a comprehensive introduction to major Lutheran writings. It is designed to be a convenient study for use by more advanced students, or small groups who want to take an in-depth look at the teachings of the Lutheran Church. For ease of use and study, each book in this series includes excerpts from the relevant confessional document. These is no need for students--or instructors--to purchase a complete set of catechisms, or copies of the Augsburg Confessions or Book of Concord in order to enjoy and benefit from these studies.

Martin Luther loved the Psalter. This is noticeably evident in his short introductions to the psalms as he allows readers a glimpse into his theology and prayer life. Luther's writings demonstrate how he saw the Psalter as a Christ-centered model for Christian prayer. He classifies each psalm and applies the message of the text to the life lived under the cross. Using the text of the psalms from the English Standard Version, coupled with classic prayers, readers use this edition to familiarize themselves with this beloved book of the Bible. This devotional also helps readers deepen their understanding of the Christological aspect of the psalms and Luther's perspective on them. Open Reading the Psalms with Luther today for a fresh look at one of Luther's favorite Old Testament books.

For generations this classic has nurtured children's faith and sown seeds that enrich lives for years to come. Updated to reflect today's varied family situations, these devotions help children not only learn about God, but also to love and trust in Him.

Imagine talking about God's power, truth, love, and praise, and how to live His Word, all in one book! Teens can now read how others their age learned more than they could have imagined about these topics from God's Word and life lessons. Teens learn to see the infinite greatness of God and how to respond to it. Each Christ-centered and biblically balanced devotion includes Scripture, meditation, and prayer. This book is wonderful for summer and fall reading, or as a confirmation gift, lifting up God's Word and Sacraments for the strengthening of faith as young people face the challenges of today.

Analysis of the Chinese language suggests the ancient Chinese knew of the God of Abraham.