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The Measure of a Man by Gene A. Getz, the classic bestseller that has inspired men's Bible studies around the world, is now updated to reach a new generation of young men! Drawing on the apostle Paul's letters to Timothy and Titus, Dr. Getz explains 20 attributes of a godly man. This revised edition includes access to 42 online video resources for further study. Foreword by J. Paul Nyquist. Source

Bill McChesney , a missionary in the Congo, was martyred by the rebels in the Stanleyville area in 1964, when he was 28 years old. He had been beaten on a truck and his back was bleeding at the same time as suffering from malaria. Then he was beaten to death by an angry mob which was instigated by the revolutionary army.” Before he left to be a missionary he had written this poem entitled, MY CHOICE. I want my breakfast served at “eight”, with ham and eggs upon the plate; A well-broiled steak I’ll eat at “one”; and dine again when day is done. I want an ultramodern home, and in each room a telephone; Soft carpets, too, upon the floors, and pretty drapes to grace the doors. A cosy place of lovely things, like easy chairs and inner springs, And then I’ll get a small TV – of course, “I’m careful what I see.” I want my wardrobe, too, to be of neatest, finest quality. With latest style of suit and vest, why shouldn’t Christians have the best? But then the Master I can hear, in no

The book of Acts of the Apostles chapter seventeen verse thirty talks about a time of ignorance among the Gentiles that God had decided to wink at. Scripture says those times of ignorance, God has winked at. Another version says he has overlooked. I took time to study this scripture because I have realized over time that Ministers of God – we Ministers of God - have a way of using that scripture to justify some acts that I do not altogether agree to in the context of what the Spirit through Paul is talking about. Now, we understand that in that particular scenario, which applies to all human race, Apostle Paul was bringing them from somewhere to another sphere of living altogether. He addressed the fact that they were idol worshippers which was very obvious – but he was explaining to them that they could quit and when they leave idol worshipping, they come into the kingdom and that period of idol worshipping, God has categorized to be a period of ignorance. But we know that when a

Over the past few decades, studies have shown that Americans are the most anxious people in the world. We take the most medication for it, see doctors to treat it, and spend fortunes trying to relieve it. How have we let our fears get the better of us? In Anxious for Nothing , Max Lucado leads readers to reflect on the promises of Philippians 4:4-8. This passage from Paul's epistle contains an antidote to anxiety that will help you develop a mindset of resilience. Rediscover the power of prayer and take control of your thoughts. You can rest in "the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding." Source

ABOUT THE BOOK At such a time as this, when laxity has been enthroned in the community of kingdom ambassadors and so many, relinquishing the primary assignment on earth - it is important to re-ignite the passion for kingdom expansion here on earth. "Thy kingdom come, thine will be done on earth as it is in heaven". The author has thus proffered a way out - infiltration! The systems of the world need to be infiltrated by kingdom sons and daughters. We are here to shine not shy away. Be inspired to:   recapture the original intent for creation and existence   catch practical strategies for engaging world systems actively   re-ignite your passion for knowledge   learn practical ways of growing spiritually   shake off laxity and live consciously and responsibly

Many of us have giants in our lives--hang-ups and habits, fears and insecurities that keep us from reaching our full potential. Frozen, we lose sight of the promise God has for our lives and settle for far less than best. But there is a better way forward. In Goliath Must Fall , Louie Giglio offers powerful insights from the Biblical story of David that will help you overcome your giants once and for all by fixing your eyes on the size of your God, not the size of your giant. Source