David Mathis
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"Outlines the eldership qualifications of 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1 that provide a picture of not only what a man must have been to become a pastor-elder but also the kind of man he must continue to be to do what Christ calls him to do for the joy of those he shepherds"--
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Hear his voice. Have his ear. Belong to his body. Three seemingly unremarkable principles shape and strengthen the Christian life: listening to God's voice, speaking to him in prayer, and joining together with his people as the church. Though often viewed as normal and routine, the everyday "habits of grace" we cultivate give us access to these God-designed channels through which his love and power flow -- including the greatest joy of all: knowing...
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Thirty short but profound reflections that help you to meditate on and marvel at the sacrificial love of Jesus. This book also works fantastically as a devotional.
These short but profound reflections from David Mathis, author of The Christmas We Didnt Expect, will help you to look deeper at Jesus life, sacrificial death and spectacular resurrection-enabling you to treasure anew who Jesus is and what he has done for us.
Many of us are so...
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Écoutez sa voix.
Parlez-lui.
Appartenez à son corps.
Trois principes si simples et qui pourtant façonnent toute notre vie chrétienne: écouter la voix de Dieu, lui parler par la prière et vivre l'Église avec son peuple.
Nous les percevons souvent comme une banale routine. Mais ces principes nous permettent de vivre Sa grâce au quotidien. Ils sont les moyens par lesquels nous nous nourrissons de l'amour de Dieu et de sa puissance. Et surtout,...
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Crossway
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[2016]
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Designed as a supplement to Habits of Grace: Enjoying Jesus through the Spiritual Disciplines , this study guide includes Scripture readings, discussion questions, and key quotations from the book, designed for both individuals and small groups.
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The Early Release Provision describes federal and state laws which give federal and state "non-U.S. citizen" prisoners an opportunity to reduce their sentences (in some cases by more than 95%), leave prison, and return home.
These laws have been on the books for many years. Yet, for a host of reasons, most federal and state prisoners (as well as prison staff) are unaware of their existence. And of those prisoners who are aware of these laws, many...
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Crossway
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[2014]
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Seminary is exhilarating ... and dangerous. Seminary can be thrilling, with the potential to inspire and equip church leaders for a lifetime of faithful ministry. But it's not without its risks. For many who have ignored the perils, seminary has been crippling. But with an extra dose of intentionality, and God's help, this season of preparation can invigorate your affections for Jesus. How to Stay Christian in Seminary takes a refreshingly honest...
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Crossway
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[2011]
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Following the 2009 Gospel Coalition conference John Piper and D. A. Carson presented two talks at Park Community Church in Chicago, IL, sponsored by the Henry Institute at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. The topic of their presentation was on the relationship of scholarship and pastoral ministry. Piper centered on the importance of scholarship and academic pursuits in his role as pastor. Carson, conversely, focused on the importance of pastoral...
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Crossway
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[2010]
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John Calvin saw this world as God's theater where his glory is always on display. Just as "day and night pour forth speech," the universe and history are not silent either; they tell the glory of God. Reflecting on over 500 years of Calvin's legacy, John Piper and this book's other contributors invite us to join Calvin in the theater of God. Stemming from the Desiring God 2009 National Conference, this volume includes chapters by Julius Kim, Douglas...
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Crossway
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[2011]
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The Christian life is more than thinkingbut not less. And its more than feelingbut not less. Its more than doing as wellbut never less. Healthy followers of Jesus engage their minds, hearts, and hands in glorifying him. This volume, built on the 2010 Desiring God National Conference and John Pipers recent book Think: The Life of the Mind and the Love of God argues that thinking and the affections of the heart are inseparable. Our emotions fuel our...
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As in previous years, Desiring God has put together a book based on the six sessions of their annual national conference. The 2011 event boasted an impressive line-up of speakers whose messages are now featured in this volume: David Platt, New York Times best-selling author of Radical; Louie Giglio, founder and leader of Passion conferences; Michael Ramsden, one of the foremost apologists of our day who works alongside Ravi Zacharias and speaks at...
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The Christian life is more than thinking--but not less. And it's more than feeling--but not less. It's more than doing as well--but never less. Healthy followers of Jesus engage their minds, hearts, and hands in glorifying him. This volume, built on the 2010 Desiring God National Conference and John Piper's recent book Think: The Life of the Mind and the Love of God argues that thinking and the affections of the heart are inseparable. Our emotions...
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C S. Lewis stands as one of the most influential Christians of the twentieth century. His commitment to the life of the mind and the life of the heart is evident in classics like the Chronicles of Narnia and Mere Christianity-books that illustrate the unbreakable connection between rigorous thought and deep affection.
With contributions from Randy Alcorn, John Piper, Philip Ryken, Kevin Vanhoozer, David Mathis, and Douglas Wilson, this volume explores...
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30 devotional reading from 13 staff and contributors to Desiring God.
Harder than you expected. Better than a fairy tale.
Marriage between sinners has its inevitable messes. If you've been married longer than a week or two, you know how the hard realities of life in a fallen age can come crashing in. Perhaps you had a season of "once upon a time," but soon enough you realized that this marriage, in this world, is not yet your "happily ever after."
We...