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Rebekah Simon-Peter explores her own spiritual journey and helps leaders learn to get past the "standard" Christianity and learn to dream like Jesus, thus inspiring individuals and congregations to dream and achieve dreams previously thought impossible.
"God saw everything that he had made, and indeed, it was very good." -Genesis 1:31 What the Bible says about taking care of the earth. From extreme weather events to oil spills to climate change, Planet Earth is in the news. What does this mean for Christians and how does it impact the life of faith? Green Church answers these questions in ways both hopeful and engaging. Citing both Scripture and science, Rebekah Simon-Peter weaves together personal stories of Sabbath, gardening, recycling, mentoring, and the power of faith. She challenges us to consider our role in the care of creation and to help steward the earth for future generations. Includes Green Facts, Spotlight on Science and Green...
A young Spanish theologian with years of experience in El Salvador has reflected deeply on the legacy of liberation theology, both its intrinsic strengths as well as its historical limitations. In these probing essays, available for the first time in English, Gonzalez returns to the essential insights of liberation theology-the perspective of the poor and the primacy of praxis-grounding them in a fresh reading of Scripture as well as a realistic understanding of the new global context. Offering compelling new insights into this influential theology, The Gospel of Faith and Justice demonstrates how to live a radical Christianity, faithful to Jesus' integration of faith and the call to social transformation. Book jacket.
“God saw everything that he had made, and indeed, it was very good.” -Genesis 1:31 Climate change is in the news. But what does it mean for Christians, and how can they help? Green Church answers these questions in ways that are both hopeful and engaging. Citing Scripture and science, Rebekah Simon-Peter weaves in personal stories of Sabbath, gardening, recycling, camping, and the power of faith. She challenges us to consider our role in the care of Creation and to help save the earth for future generations. For a webinar on how to use the Green Church family of products, visit www.webinars.cokesbury.com Become a fan at www.Facebook.com/GreenChurch
Practical guide and best practices of faithful financial stewardship for today's church.
Rebekah Simon-Peter's Forging a New Path is a groundbreaking guidebook for the post-pandemic church.The prophet Ezekiel surveyed a valley of dry bones and asked, "Can these bones rise again?" His prophetic vision hinted at the lifelessness of worship hundreds of years ago. Now, in the twenty-first century, his question echoes through time in a new way: Can this church grow again? For people who care about faith-based communities, the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and the Kingdom of God, this question is critical. When the pandemic broke out, it badly disrupted church life, already hindered by declining membership, forcing pastors and church members alike to ask once more, "Can this church grow aga...
A young girl's request for a story begins a whimsically profound tale woven between father and daughter. This imaginative retelling of creation sparkles with joy, its words and images offering gentle wisdom and genuine insight. A joyous invitation to all children to see in their own creativity and unique identity the very image of God.
Are you able to forgive those who have hurt you? If you find it difficult to forgive, this book is your encouragement. If you're having trouble accepting forgiveness for something you have done, this is your inspiration. With honesty, writing about her own failings, Paula Huston examines the intellectual, psychological, social, and spiritual meanings of forgiveness. She asks tough questions and then offers possible solutions, drawing a portrait of a truly forgiving person. "One of Jesus' most mind-boggling declarations is that we who hope to follow him must first be willing to forgive the people who have hurt us. Not only does this injunction show up at the heart of the prayer he offers to h...
This brand new pocket-sized devotional book comprises a compilation of 365 reflections taken from Every Day With Jesus. Daily readings are drawn from the following past issues: 'His Story - Our Story', 'Poet of Hope', 'Authentic Apprenticeship', 'Complete in Christ', 'One Foundation' and 'Being Transformed'. Each day has a specific focus and relevant Bible reading from which a key verse is highlighted, a meditation on the reading by Selwyn Hughes and a prayer. Presented in paperback and attractively laid out with a page per day, Complete in Christ is the latest in a series of pocket devotionals using meditations from Every Day With Jesus. It is an ideal book to travel with or to give to a friend or family member as a gift.
A rich tapestry of scriptures, quotes, and personal narrative, this volume provides vivid insights into some of the characteristics and gifts of Christ: Be made clean through Him. Learn the power of meekness through Him. Understand love and gratitude through Him. By more fully understanding who He is, followers of Christ will be inspired to emulate Him and embrace His gifts each day. Accept the invitation to draw closer to the Savior, to receive of His joy, and to become heirs to the kingdom of God through His matchless love.