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The Word of Promise, NKJV--Complete Bible on CD By Thomas Nelson This faithful rendering of the New King James Version® presents the Bible in more than 90 hours of compelling, dramatic audio theater format. This world-class audio production immerses listeners in the dramatic reality of the Scriptures as never before with an original music score by composer Stefano Mainetti (Abba Pater), feature film quality sound effects, and compelling narration by Michael York and the work of over 500 actors. Each beloved book of the Bible comes to life with outstanding performances by Jim Caviezel as Jesus, Richard Dreyfuss as Moses, Gary Sinise as David, Jason Alexander as Joseph, Marisa Tomei as Mary Magdalene, Stacy Keach as Paul, Louis Gossett, Jr. as John, Jon Voight as Abraham, Marcia Gay Harden as Esther, Joan Allen as Deborah, Max von Sydow as Noah, and Malcolm McDowell as Solomon. The set includes an interactive Behind-the-Scenes DVD that includes actor interviews, worship resources, and a fascinating look at how dramatic audio theater is produced. |
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The Bible Alive; NLT - Audio Bible on CD By Narrated by Stephen Johnston / Tyndale House Experience the dynamic, life-changing power of the Holy Bible, New Living Translation with Bible Alive!, a fully dramatized, world-class, audio performance. The Holy Bible comes alive in this superb production with all the passion and profound insight that our Mighty Creator intended. Tyndale Entertainment presents Bible Alive!, a brand new, ground-breaking, dramatized recording of today's easiest to understand and fastest growing Bible translation. Featuring the brilliant, contemporary voice of Emmy Award-winning narrator, Stephen Johnston, this audio Bible lets you experience the Bible in all of its magnificence and power, inspiration and intrigue. A cast of Tony, Emmy, and Golden Globe Award-winning actors, dramtic sound effects, and a compelling musical score are combined to create an unforgettable listening experience. This audio Bible comes in an elegant bonded black leather zip case makes CD storage easy and convenient. 61 CDs and over 70 hours of listening enjoyment. |
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90 Minutes in Heaven, Audiobook on CD By Don Piper with Cecil Murphey / Baker After a devastating car accident, Baptist minister Don Piper is pronounced dead at the scene. During the next 90 minutes, he remembers hearing beautiful music, meeting those who had a spiritual impact in his life, and experiences deep peace until suddenly he is brought back to "real life" through another minister's prayer in this amazing true story. Unabridged. Read by the author. 5 CDs, 370 Minutes. |
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Inspired by . . . the Bible Experience: The Complete Bible By Zondervan Corp. The Bible Experience is an inspiring audio Bible that features an unprecedented cast of nearly 200 of today's distinguished Hollywood actors, actresses, and musicians. It also features movie-quality sound effects and background music. This fully dramatized version was developed by entertainment veterans, and is a ground-breaking undertaking. The phenomenal quality draws you into Scripture and makes the Bible come alive in a new way you have never experienced before. |
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NKJV Life Application Study Bible, Black Bonded Leather, Indexed By Tyndale House |
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NLT Life Application Study Bible, Bonded Leather, Black By Tyndale House One of today's best-selling study Bibles--the Life Application Study Bible--has been updated and expanded. Over 300 new Life Application notes, nearly 350 note revisions, 16 new personality profiles, updated charts, and a Christian Worker's Resource make this best-seller even better. All NLT second-edition bindings with a retail price of$19.99 and up include a FREE iLumina Gold Special Edition CD-ROM |
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Nelson's New Illustrated Bible Dictionary By Edited by R.F. Youngblood with F.F. Bruce & R.K. Harrison / Thomas Nelson A comprehensive one-volume Bible dictionary! With over 7,000 concise entries by the world's finest evangelical scholars, this handy reference will greatly enrich your Bible study. It features cross-references to six major Bible translations; The Visual Survey of the Bible; over 500 color photos and 3-D maps; outlines; articles; easy-to-read type; a Fan-Tab thumb index; and more. 1346 pages, hardcover. |
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Swindoll's Ultimate Book of Illustrations & Quotes: Over 1,500 By Charles Swindoll / Thomas Nelson If you regularly find yourself searching for the perfect illustration to apply a particular biblical truth, Swindoll's Ultimate Book of Illustrations and Quotes is the resource for you. This best-selling collection includes over 1,500 of Swindoll's inspiring stories, real life illustrations and perfect punch lines. The Ultimate Book is also clearly organized by topic and provides extensive cross-references, so that you can easily find the right story or illustration for your sermon. Let this master preacher help you connect with your congregation and powerfully apply biblical truth. |
Required Reading for Leadership (Back to Top)
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Becoming Your Favorite Church: What the Church Can Do for God When Leaders and People Work Together By H.B. London & Neil B. Wiseman / Gospel Light There's a proven plan for a well-coordinated effort of coaching and teamwork the way Jesus modeled the church with His disciples. It will help you transform your church home into a place where everyone contributes and serves in an effort to become a powerful ministry and outreach. |
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The Purpose-Driven Church By Rick Warren / Zondervan Every church is driven by something. Tradition, finances, programs, personalities, events, seekers, and even buildings can each be the controlling force in a church. But Rick Warren believes that in order for a church to be healthy it must become a purpose-driven church by Jesus. Now the founding pastor of Saddleback Church shares a proven five-part strategy that will enable your church to grow...Warmer through fellowship - Deeper through discipleship - Stronger through worship - Broader through ministry - Larger through evangelism. Discover the same practical insights and principles for growing a healthy church that Rick has taught in seminars to over 22,000 pastors and church leaders from sixty denominations and forty-two countries. The Purpose-Driven Church shifts the focus away from church building programs to emphasizing a people-building process. Warren says, "If you will concentrate on building people, God will build the church." |
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A Survey of Bible Doctrine By Charles C. Ryrie / Moody Publishers Ryrie's A Survey of Bible Doctrine offers an easy-to-understand overview of the various doctrines of the Bible written especially for the layperson. Ryrie examines a wide range of topics, including: the nature of God, the inspiration of Scripture, Christ, the Holy Spirit, the angelic world, the nature and depravity of humans, salvation, the church, and the last things. Ryrie argues for the contemporary relevance of the Bible in this accessible and engaging survey of its key teachings. |
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Becoming a Contagious Christian By Bill Hybels & Mark Mittelberg / Zondervan People matter to God. That foundational truth is why Bill Hybels planted a church where people can hear a clear, contemporary presentation of the gospel, relate to others who have decided to follow Jesus and respond to the life-changing good news of the gospel. In Becoming a Contagious Christian you will discover why we are called to be Contagious Christians, how authenticity, compassion and sacrifice help us relate to seekers and how to clearly share the gospel with those you love. This resource is designed for Sunday school, small group and individual study. Let Becoming a Contagious Christian revitalize your passion for evangelism and enable you to fulfill Christ's Great Commission! |
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Equipping Deacons in Caring Skills - Volume 1 Improves skills such as building trust, listening, determining needs, improving communication, finding solutions, referring, and following up. Relates to various needs: guilt, grief, doubt, marriage, separation, depression, addiction, conflict, retirement, loneliness, and so forth. Designed for the pastor to teach the deacons or for individual study. |
Relationships (Back to Top)
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Love & Respect: The Love She Most Desires, the Respect He Desperately Needs By Dr. Emerson Eggerichs / Thomas Nelson Discover the secret that cracks the communication code between husbands and wives and reap the benefits of marriage as God intended. Citing extensive biblical and psychological research, Eggerichs shows that harmony and happiness in relationships is not achieved by love alone, but by building on both parts of the Ephesians 5:33 equation: love and respect. |
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Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man: What Men Really Think About Love, Relationships, Intimacy, and Commitment By Steve Harvey / Amistad Publishers As a popular comedian, radio host and red-blooded male, Harvey doesn't have the bona fides typical to most women's relationship self-help, but he still manages a thorough, witty guide to the modern man. Harvey undertakes the tast because "Women are clueless about men," because "Men get away with a whole lot of stuff" and because he has "some valuable information to change all of that." |
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The Five Love Languages By Gary Chapman / Moody Publishers We all know that the greatest commandment is to love. However, relatively few of us know how to express our love in the heart language of our family and friends. Fortunately, in The Five Love Languages Gary Chapman identifies the five primary love languages and teaches us how to use these languages to express our love. Although this edition of The Five Love Languages was written specifically for couples, the basic principles Chapman explores will apply to all relationships. |
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The Way to Love Your Wife: Creating Greater Love and Passion in the Bedroom By Clifford L. Penner, Ph.D. & Joyce J. Penner, M.N., R.N. / Focus on the Family Good sex doesn't just happen! Noted therapists Clifford and Joyce Penner candidly describe what makes the marriage relationship meaningful to a woman, while giving men counsel on how to build desire, get past sexual problems, and discover what brings both partners greater pleasure and intimacy. Previously published as The Married Guy's Guide to Great Sex. |
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Finishing Strong: Going the Distance for Your Family By Steve Farrar / Multnomah Publishers Inc. In a road race it doesn't matter if you stumble at the start or lag behind the leaders. Finishing is what matters! Similarly, endurance means hanging in there for your family and Lord. Learn how to avoid the common pitfalls that knock you out of the race, and you'll "go the distance" with character and honor. |
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Boundaries: When to Say Yes, When to Say No To Take Control of Your Life By Zondervan Corp. This book presents a biblical treatment of boundaries, identifies how boundaries are developed, and how they become injured. It also shows Christian misconceptions of the function and purpose of boundaries, and provides a program for developing and maintaining healthy limits. |
Personal Growth (Back to Top)
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Now That You're a Deacon By Howard B. Foshee / B & H Publishing Group Now that You're a Deacon offers the new deacon a combination of practical guidance and inspiration on character, relationship to church and pastor, stewardship, missions and more. |
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Living on the Ragged Edge By Charles Swindoll / Thomas Nelson Here is an intimate glimpse into Solomon's ancient journal, Ecclesiastes, in which the young king's desperate quest for satisfaction--in work, in sexual conquest, in all the trappings afforded by his fabulous wealth--was as futile as trying to "catch the wind." For those struggling with the anxieties and frustrations of our modern era, the good news is that you can find perspective and joy amid the struggle. |
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The Purpose Driven Life By Rick Warren / Zondervan Corp. In this remarkable best-seller Rick Warren will help you understand God's purpose and plan for your life so that you can learn to live the life for which you were created. The book is divided into forty short chapters so that it can either be read as a personal devotional or studied in a small group setting. Don't let yourself or your family and friends go without this life-transforming book! For additional resources, visit the Purpose-Driven Life Shop. |
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The Five Star Church: Serving God and His People with Excellence By Stan Toler / Gospel Light In the hotel trade, it equals excellence in efficiency and service. What are the marks of a "five star" church? Packed with practical tips, this guide will help you pursue Christian excellence by obeying the Lord's command to "honor one another above yourselves." Discover how to build a quality church where everybody feels welcome. 241 pages, softcover from Regal. |
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The Total Money Makeover, Revised and Updated By Dave Ramsey / Thomas Nelson Build up your money muscles with America's favorite finance coach, Dave Ramsey. The Total Money Makeover will help you whip those out-of-control finances into shape. This is NOT a get rich scheme. It's a solid and straightforward game plan for completely making over your money habits. You'll learn how to pay off all your debt, recognize dangerous money myths, and secure a nest egg for emergencies and retirement. This revised and updated version also includes personal testimonies from men and women who have put these strategies into practice and succeeded. Hardcover. |
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