How does the ordinary believing Christian "grow up" into spiritual maturity in Christ? Throughout Christian history in every age and every tradition countless answers to this question have been brought forward, raging from extreme legalism and salvation by "works" on the one hand, to the absolute passivity of quietism on the other. Now, Dr. Russell Hitt, a well-known and influential evangelical…
This succinct volume consists of three lectures examining the nature, media and application of God's word. With insight and care that have come to typify his writing. John M. Frame develops fresh application of ideas set forth in his acclaimed work "The Doctrine of The Knowledge" of God. in addition, he offers a preview of (and invites feedback on) the central theses to be discussed in two fort…
Scripture illuminates the path of marital intimacy. The Song of Solomon shines brightly, showing us the way to the best sex we can possibly experience.
Patience, preseverance, and self-control - these strengths provide the basis for a truly fruitful and expressive Christian life. Robert C. Roberts offers a thoughtful analysis of these traits as the ways Christians have to keep themselves steadfastly on the track of hope, faith, joy, thanksgiving, and love. Filled with vivid illustrations and concrete advice, this book reveals the strengths of …
Duane Mehl had the outward appearance of success. His work was challenging and exciting. He was blessed with a loving wife and children. Yet deep down he felt that he was a failure. He knew he was not living up to his own expectations. Outwardly successful, he was broken , alone, spiritually empty. You may recognize some of these feelings in your own life. At "Peace with Failure" helps you come…
Pierced by the Word takes up thirty-one subjects as unique as "How to Be a Refuge for Your Children," "How to Drink Orange Juice to the Glory of God," and "Embracing the Pain of Shame." Some are longer, some shorter, like the real-world conversations they so closely resemble, and each comes from the fertile mind of John Piper and is written in his own inimitable style. Together, the readings wi…
The Internet is everywhere. Chat rooms and instant email messages have taken the place of letters and phone calls. The Internet has changed the way we do business, shop, communicate, and even meet people. In many ways our lives are easier and more convenient. But what price do we pay for this convenience? Habits of the HighTech Heart addresses the major drawbacks to the network computerization …
Lust isn't just a guy problem - it's a human problem. And unless we honestly confront it, lust will destroy our relationships and our lives. Joshua Harris, author of the runaway bestseller "Kissed Dating Goodbye" calls a generation bombarded with images of sexual sin back to the freedom and joy of holiness. This "PG-rated" book - straightforward without being graphic - speaks to those entrenche…
What would happen to our lives and relationships if they were totally committed to God? The Edge of Adventure invites readers to take the plunge into wholehearted devotion. Miller and Larson offer a fresh, creative approach to renewal of the Christian life by testing His presence in all areas of life.
"There were periods of deep confusion and darkness," says Mr. Grubb, "When I seemed to myself to be an atheist in mind while a believer in heart." Out of confusion and darkness he has marched toward "the marvelous views of the Delectable Mountains" and in this book, which has much spiritual autobiography in it, Norman Grubb shares with the reader the secret of the power which comes from knockin…