God Always Preserves His OwnFear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God (Isa. 41:10). Perhaps today, you are looking at your life and asking, "How did I get here?"
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Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy. 1 Peter 4:12-13 Show Context
In this 9-part sermon series from 1983, which gave birth three years later to the book Desiring God (Multnomah Press, 1986; 2nd ed. 1996), John Piper argues that the great business of life is to glorify God by enjoying him forever. The discord between duty and delight doesn't exist: delight is our duty. Piper stuns us again and again with things we saw in the Bible, but never dared to believe. Join him on this dangerous quest for maximum joy in God. But beware, it may cost you your life. Never mind - 'the steadfast love of the Lord is better than life' (Psalm 63:3).
Messages in This Set
* The Happiness of God: Foundation for Christian Hedonism, Jeremiah 32:36-41
* Conversion to Christ: The Making of a Christian Hedonist, Matthew 13:44-46
* Worship: The Feast of Christian Hedonism, Psalm 63:5-6
* Love: The Labor of Christian Hedonism, 2 Corinthians 8:1-2,8
* Money: Currency for Christian Hedonism, 1 Timothy 6:6-19
* Marriage: A Matrix of Christian Hedonism, Ephesians 5:21-33
* Prayer: The Power of Christian Hedonism, John 16:24
* The Bible: Kindling for Christian Hedonism, Psalm 19:7-11
* Missions:The Battle Cry of Christian Hedonism, Mark 10:17-31
Would you be surprised to know that the joy and fruitfulness that God wants to flow into your life doesn't come by way of your circumstances or your relationships, or even your life's calling? It's all about your attitude-your patterns of thinking formed over time about how you look at life. Although you can't change your attitudes in a few minutes, you can admit the wrong ones and begin working on the right ones. The fact is most people don't want to change until they know for sure that "their thing" isn't working. Are you open to considering what the Lord has to say about your attitudes? Are you willing to go after this change with urgency? Dr. James MacDonald brings God's Word to bear on your most important daily choice. "Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts" (Psalm 95:7-8). Request your copy of this DVD today with your gift of any amount.
Former seminary professor Robertson McQuilkin faced the toughest decision of his life: institutionalize his Alzheimer's afflicted wife or retire to care for her. He bound himself to Muriel and found greater freedom and love as he practically honored his marriage covenant. In this strikingly personal book, Robertson shares from his struggles, questions, fears, hopes, and joys. If you love your marriage, read this book.
In his new booklet How Should You Think About Global Warming? Hank Hanegraaff reduces the highly controversial and politicized issue of Global Warming down to its irreducible minimum. Additionally, this booklet provides you with an interview Hank did with scholar Dr. Jay W. Richards on the Bible Answer Man broadcast.
One of the critical issues of concern at the Christian Research Institute is discernment. As such, Hank put together this booklet on global warming not just to give you his perspective, but to provide you with a basis for thinking rightly for yourself about such issues.
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In the book of Judges, God used Gideon to raise up an army to face Israel's enemies. God used these 300 committed and on-fire Israelites to defend the nation and defeat its enemies.
Taking this idea of Gideon's 300, or G3, we have created a resource called the G3 Tactical Guide. Full of helpful information and practical principles that you can take and apply immediately, this resource will help you recapture the passion of your faith as you learn to share the gospel more effectively.
During your life, you will find yourself in all kinds of storms. Learn how to deal with them--whether they are a result of sailing contrary to God's will or are circumstances beyond your control.
If you've never been challenged about why you put your faith in the Bible, it's just a matter of time. Be prepared to defend your trust with Pastor Lutzer's seven compelling reasons for believing the Bible is indeed the Word of God.
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This simple guide will introduce you to inductive Bible study skills. Inductive study allows you to rely on truth you discover for yourself from God's Word instead of commentaries or theologians. You will learn to observe the text carefully, interpret its rich meaning, and then apply it accurately in your life. Here is the perfect companion for any Precept Bible study course.
