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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. |
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Boundaries in Marriage By Dr. Henry Cloud / Zondervan Corp. Sure, kids need boundaries...but husbands and wives? Cloud and Townsend say "Absolutely!" They'll show you that respecting your spouse's personal "territory" can actually strengthen your relationship. Discover how to keep your marriage safe from intrudcers such as idols, affiars, other people...even well-meaning parents. |
 | 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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Adult Children of Alcoholics By Janet Woititz / Health Communications The legacy of growing up in an alcoholic home or any other type of dysfunctional environment can follow us into adult life with negative consequences on health, work and love. Rather than continuing to allow our actions and reactions to be governed by an unhealthy childhood, author Janet Woititz offers answers on how to recognize, change and prevent the ghosts of our past from deleteriously influencing the present and future. |
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Rick Warren's Bible Study Methods: Twelve Ways You Can Unlock God's Word By Zondervan Corp. Want to become more like Christ but don't know where to begin? Rick Warren says the key to transformation is found in Scripture. This easy-to-understand guide offers 12 different Bible study methods to help you explore biblical truths, apply them to your life, and grow as a disciple. Personal Bible Study Methods will help you develop a customized, personal approach to exploring and studying the riches of God's Word. |
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What on Earth Am I Here For? By Rick Warren / Zondervan Corp. An amazing introduction to The Purpose-Driven Life! This trustworthy guide will lead you on a seven day adventure of discovery. By the end of the adventure you will begin to understand God's purpose for your life and how your life can help fulfill God's great purpose for all of creation. Let Pastor Warren help you discover your purpose and prepare for eternity! |
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The Purpose-Driven Life Journal By Rick Warren / Zondervan Corp. The best way to reinforce your progress in fulfilling God's purposes for your life, is to keep a spiritual journal of your life's lessons. Now you can document your 40-day spiritual adventure from the Purpose Driven Life with this companion journal. Featuring quotes from Rick Warren's best-selling Purpose Driven Life, space to redcord your daily prayers, and a host of inspiring Scripture readings, Purpose Driven Life Journal is certain to reinforce your spiritual progress as you seek God's plans for your life. Each of the journal's five sections ends with a topical "spiritual health assesment" to encourage you onward towards a life of purpose. |
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Daily Inspirations for the Purpose-Driven Life By Edited by Rick Warren / Zondervan Corp. Here's the support you need to achieve your God-given goals! Daily Inspiration for the Purpose-Driven Life interweaves Bible verses hand picked by author Rick Warren, with reflections from his bestselling, Purpose-Driven Life. Designed to be used as an convenient stand-alone book, Daily Inspiration for the Purpose Driven Life can also be used as an easy reference tool when reading The Purpose-Driven Life, as the individual sections correspond to each of the 40 Days of Purpose. |
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Daily Inspiration for the Purpose-Driven Life, Deluxe By Rick Warren / Zondervan Corp. An encouraging companion for your purpose-driven journey! Providing plenty of space to record your personal reflections, this elegant devotional interweaves Warren's hand-picked Scripture verses with his astute insights on spiritual growth drawn from his best-selling book. A perfect way to keep track of what the Lord is teaching you! 285 pages, 4.25" x 7" padded hardcover from Zondervan. |
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7 Practices of Effective Ministry By A. Stanley, R. Joiner & L. Jones / Multnomah Pub. Inc. (random) Discover seven simple ways to revitalize your ministry through the parable of Ray Martin, the founding pastor of Meadowland Community Church. Busyness, pressures, and programs have blurred his original vision. But a night at a most remarkable baseball game changes everything! Pastors and church leaders will welcome this refreshing approach to ministry. 240 pages, hardcover from Multnomah. |
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Beyond the First Visit: The Complete Guide to Connecting Guests to Your Church By Gary L. McIntosh / Baker * Does your church exhibit the gift of hospitality? What is a newcomers' first impression---are they treated as guests by gracious hosts? McIntosh encourages you to look at your church through visitors' eyes. Learn how to assess your current practices and follow-up; discover new tools and techniques for attracting people and create a welcoming attitude. 192 pages, softcover from Baker. |
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The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict, Third Edition By Ken Sande / Baker The experts agree: this is the best guide to conflict resolution and reconciliation you'll find. Biblically steeped and worldly wise, Sande's time-tested principles will help you transform bitter oppositions into valuable opportunities for growth. Breathe God's grace into hostile disputes in the church, workplace, or home---and receive the immeasurable blessing reserved for "the peacemakers." 318 pages, softcover from Baker. |
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Breakout Churches By Thom S. Rainer / Zondervan Corp. Is it a sin to be average when God wants us to be fantastic? How do mediocre churches turn into magnificent vehicles for changing lives and communities? Rainer found 13 congregations that matched his "chrysalis factor" criteria. Learn how you can apply these transforming features to your part of the body of Christ. 272 pages, hardcover from Zondervan. |
