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Men in thousands of churches across the world know there is more to faith than just attending church - they know there is the potential to walk in Christ’s image, live in Christ’s image, and work to spread Christ’s word. But the one big question they are all asking is how? The Spirit of God is compelling them to seek the answer. This book is the gateway to answering that question.

Deep Discipleship equips churches to reclaim the responsibility of discipling people at any point on their journey.

Our unchanging God can change everything. Discover how with the influential teaching pastor of one of America’s largest and most diverse churches. There’s a rising sense of uncertainty and turmoil in the world and in our lives. Loss and disappointment seem endless—whether because of...

In this companion to The Universal Christ, Richard Rohr and Patrick Boland offer forty reflections and practices exploring what it means to live “in Christ.” In his landmark book The Universal Christ, Richard Rohr articulated a transformative view of what it means to recognize Jesus as...

In this concise booklet, bestselling author Kevin DeYoung presents 5 Christlike ways to effectively communicate the Christian faith and practice with the next generation. DeYoung reminds leaders that they won't ultimately impact young hearts with cleverness, humor, or good looks but by walking with Jesus and following his ways—grab them with passion, win them with love, hold them with holiness, challenge them with truth, and amaze them with God.

This work by John Owen offers a practical and biblical plan for understanding the power of the enemy and the strategies of sin and temptation. By helping Christians understand the nature of sin, Owen reveals a path to victory through communion with and reliance on God. While sin works to pull Christians away from God and from obedience to him, this powerful guide demonstrates how to combat that and instead grow closer to God.

The bestselling author of Core 52 presents a fifteen-minute-a-day plan to help you know and become more like Jesus over the course of a year. “Quest 52 will help you answer some of faith’s toughest questions while you discover Jesus in a brand-new way.”—Carey Nieuwhof, podcaster and...

Why do we keep failing even in our best efforts to live the Christian life? Because no one other than Jesus Christ can live it, for the simple reason that He is the Christian life! And only He can live it in our lives as well. Major W. Ian Thomas takes a refreshing look at the pure thrill of living victoriously as you embrace the living Savior’s presence within you. The more you become genuinely and relentlessly available to Christ, the more He can take over so that your Christian walk becomes vibrant and effective!

In The Holiness of God, Dr. R.C. Sproul explains why God’s holy character instills us with both fear and wonder. As he discusses the impact of God’s holiness on prophets, Apostles, and saints throughout history, we discover there is only one way to stand before the Holy One. This classic title has helped countless Christians better understand who God is, who they are, and what it means to be covered by the righteousness of Christ.

Read by the author. USA Today Bestseller What if connecting with God could be simpler—and more personal—than you ever imagined? What if your personality, learning style, background, and current season of life weren't obstacles to overcome, but actually the keys to a deeper, more fulfilling...

In his previous books, Dallas Willard has laid out the principal ideas for a revolutionary understanding of what the Christian life is really about. This volume collects articles, talks, and interviews where Willard explains the practical application of his ideas. Answering such questions as...

In our age of instant gratification and if-it-feels-good-do-it attitudes, self-discipline is hardly a popular notion. Yet it may be one of the most important lost virtues of our time. In Discipline, former missionary and beloved author Elisabeth Elliot offers her understanding of discipline and its value for people of all times.

Miracles Beyond the Crowd is a bold and uplifting call to live a faith that refuses to be held back by comfort, chaos, or conformity. Author Nico Smit invites listeners to pursue Jesus with undivided passion—even when that means stepping away from the crowd and walking a lonelier, but holier road.

Peter follows Jesus from a distance―close enough to see Him, but far enough to avoid being identified. When the pressure mounts, he famously denies Christ. That tension captures the state of many Christians today. In [Un]Embarrassed of Jesus, Travis Johnson offers a bold call to follow Christ without compromise. Using Peter's transformation―from denial at the fire to bold preaching at Pentecost―Johnson exposes the spiritual danger of distancing ourselves from Jesus.

In The Man for the Day, J. Josh Smith walks through the life of Elijah to reveal ten qualities needed in the pursuit of a life that matters. Smith invites men to boldly lead their families, churches, and communities, to meet the needs of the day for the glory of God.

Most Christians experience zeal early in their Christian life, but when that fades to a season of dryness, it's tempting to assume one of two things: We have failed or God is absent. So we throw ourselves into ministry, spiritual disciplines, and study in order to break through to the other side of this dry season, not realizing that willpower and habit modification cannot "fix" our spiritual lives or kick-start a new season of spiritual growth. Why? Because we've missed the point of the wilderness.

The Forgiveness Way is a 40-day Christian devotional that gently leads you through the often difficult―but deeply rewarding―journey of forgiveness and redemption. Rooted in the teachings of Jesus and the wisdom of Scripture, this devotional offers practical guidance for real-life challenges, helping you move beyond hurt, conflict, and disappointment.

Have you ever felt like you're living a subpar version of yourself? Have you given God your yes, but still struggle to step into your full potential? If so, it's time to tap into your God-given potential, embrace your unique identity, and live a purpose-filled life. In Courage and Confidence, Nicole Salmon provides the tools you need to evict yourself from your curated comforts, which have resulted in silence, compliance, and dumbing down your capabilities. You'll discover how to stand confidently in your created identity―affirmed, decisive, and clear about your purpose.

These days, brokenness feels more comfortable to discuss than holiness. It’s easier to say that we are messy than holy, that healing is a long way off. To say that we are holy seems like one step away from holier than thou, and no one ever wants to be that. Listen on your own or with a group, Holiness Here is a rich spiritual formation and discipleship resource that will inspire you to seek out the beauty and wonder of a holy life.

The average length of Jesus’ conversations as recorded in the Gospels was 42 seconds long. This is good news for all of us. It frees us up to talk about the most important part of our lives in a way that’s natural, meaningful, and helpful instead of clumsy, awkward, and irrelevant. Anyone who has spent countless uncomfortable hours walking from house to house with a clipboard or flash cards that talk about four spiritual laws understands.