Outline: This edited volume explores neglected aspects of the history, theology, and literary contribution of the Genevan reformer Theodore Beza (1519 - 1605). The contributors to this volume are an accomplished group of scholars who specialize in the religious and social history of 16th century reformed Protestantism. Theodore Beza at 500 celebrates the 500th anniversary of the reformer's birt…
Outline: "But seek first His Kingdom and His Righteousness." - Jesus (Matthew 6: 33). It sounds great in theory to seek God's kingdom first, but is it really feasible? So many things rob your precious time that you wonder if you can afford to bump everything else in your life to secondary status. But this is not about prioritizing. This is matter of heart. While you long for harmony in your har…
Outline: Most of us know what the Ten Commandments are, but do we actually understand what they mean? In a world of ever-changing standards, many people have decided that a set of ethics so old must be outdated. In his direct and encouraging style, Stuart Briscoe examines these ten principles one at a time, applying them to current issues of life and faith. What does it mean to avoid idolatry i…
Outline : The Sermon on the Mount. Over two thousand years ago, Jesus Christ delivered a series of simple lessons that introduced a radically different way of living. This fresh approach to relationships, materialism, wisdom, happiness, and God's love provides a life fulfillment and a positive impact on society. Stuart Briscoe, in exploring this famous passage, observes, "Composed and articulat…
Outline: Escape Fear. Expand Faith, Embrace the Future.
Where is God in the midst of our world's catastrophic events? Where is He in the midst of our deepest pain? We may think we're getting along with God, until a 9/11 happens. Global or personal, tragedy wreaks havoc on our souls. How are you supposed to trust the One letting it all happen? The New Normal won't give you pat answers. But it…
Outline: Attention; pinched-for-time pastors (that means you!).
Stuart Briscoe, a seasoned sermon craftsman, knows what it's like to run out of time to build sermons the way he would like. In Expository Nuggets from 1 Corinthians, he provides a bounty of time-saving outlines. Not to be confused with ready-to-deliver sermons, these expository outlines serve as a springboard for your own resear…
Outline: Attention; pinched-for-time pastors (that means you!).
Stuart Briscoe, a seasoned sermon craftsman, knows what it's like to run out of time to build sermons the way he would like. In Expository Nuggets from the Psalms and Proverbs, he provides a bounty of time-saving outlines. Not to be confused with ready-to-deliver sermons, these expository outlines serve as a springboard for your …
Outline: Attention; pinched-for-time pastors (that means you!).
Stuart Briscoe, a seasoned sermon craftsman, knows what it's like to run out of time to build sermons the way he would like. In Expository Nuggets from Genesis & Exodus, he provides a bounty of time-saving outlines. Not to be confused with ready-to-deliver sermons, these expository outlines serve as a springboard for your own res…
Outline: Attention; pinched-for-time pastors (that means you!).
Stuart Briscoe, a seasoned sermon craftsman, knows what it's like to run out of time to build sermons the way he would like. In Expository Nuggets from the Epistles, he provides a bounty of time-saving outlines. Not to be confused with ready-to-deliver sermons, these expository outlines serve as a springboard for your own researc…
Outline: Attention; pinched-for-time pastors (that means you!).
Stuart Briscoe, a seasoned sermon craftsman, knows what it's like to run out of time to build sermons the way he would like. In Expository Nuggets for Today's Christians, he provides a bounty of time-saving outlines. Not to be confused with ready-to-deliver sermons, these expository outlines serve as a springboard for your own re…
Outline: Ibu saya seorang wanita yang sangat teratur. Ia bisa putus asa menghadapi putranya yang tidak tertib. Berkali-kali ia berkata, "Dahulukan yang paling utama!" Masalahnya, bagaimana saya dapat memutuskan sebuah "perkara" sebagai "hal yang paling utama"? Padahal pendapat Ibu mengenai "hal yang utama" itu tidak selalu sama dengan pendapat saya. Kita memang sering bingung saat dipaksa menat…
Outline: After men come down from the mountain top, how will they keep their promises in the valley? Stuart Briscoe looks at the foundation of biblical manhood: What does it mean to be a man of God? He examines the key values that characterize a Christian man:
- Faithfulness in following God
- Focus on the truly important priorities
- Fortitude to stand strong in the face of temptation
Appl…
Outline: Rate the Following in Your Order of Preference ...
- Being Healthy
- Being Holy
- Being Happy
If you think about life in the same way Stuart Briscoe did when he was very young - and most of us, if we are perfectly honest, do - Being Happy will rate first, Being Healthy second, and Being Holy will rate a poor third. So, must you give up any hope of happiness if you decide to give y…
Outline: "The Wind Blows Wherever It Pleases." The Lord used a familiar image to help the seeker, Nicodemus, understand a mystery - the mystery of God's Holy Spirit dwelling in His people (John 3). In Grace to Go On, Jill Briscoe examines the various symbols that the Bible uses to describe the wondrous third person of the Trinity. Water, fire, oil, and wind - all beautiful pictures that can hel…
Outline: How many "genuine people" do you know? Once we look beyond the roles that family, church, and culture place on us, what do we find? Only as we understand God's intensions for us will we discover the meaning that transcends superficial definitions. Whether you are a man of woman, spouse or unmarried, parent or teenager, friend, or employee, God's Word gives guidelines for the kind of li…
Outline : The Apostles' Creed is it just another old church docu- ment, intended for people who lived "way back when," or is it relevant for us today?
According to surveys, over 80 percent of Americans "believe in God." But when you probe more carefully, few really seem to know who this God is. And even fewer seem to let it affect their lives. With his characteristic wit and candor, Stuart Bri…
Outline: Who wouldn't want to be an all-around better preacher? Here are vital tips and ideas that are great for new pastors, seminary students, or any pastor who is feeling overwhelmed!
Country Western singer Kinky Friedman often performs a song entitled "They Ain't Making Jews Like Jesus Anymore," and New Testament professor Amy–Jill Levine would agree. In fact, her career is dedicated to helping Christians and Jews understand the Jewishness of Jesus, thereby deepening the understanding of him, and facilitating greater interfaith dialogue. In this book, she shows how libera…
Outlne: Sejarah, penemuan arkeologis, dan cerita-cerita dari Alkitab bertaburan dalam buku yang lengkap dan ramah anak ini. Penuh fakta tentang topik-topik yang ditemukan di dalam Alkitab, buku ini mencakup glosarium dan daftar tokoh-tokoh dari masa lalu sesuai kutipan ayat dan bab dalam Alkitab. Konsultan Ahli Alkitab terdiri atas: Ahli sejarah purbakala dan arkeologi Alkitab Erich H. Cline, A…