Who's who and where's where in the Bible 2.0.

Author: Miller, Stephen M.
2012 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   220.3   MIL    
Summary: A handy reference to the fascinating people and places in your Bible. Written in everyday language, yet accurate in scholarly detail.
Publisher: Barbour Publishing
Subjects:   BIBLE - DICTIONARIES & ENCYCLOPEDIAS\BIBLE - STUDY
(Added: 6/21/2019)
   
 

Discovering your ministry identity: learning to be who you already are.

Author: Ford, Paul L.
1998 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   248.2   FOR  
Summary: Comprehensive workbook combines a series of seven exercises and assessments to help people personally discover who they are in Christ. Includes the Heights Spiritual Gifts Inventory, the "Here's What I Think of You!" feedback exercise, the Team Style Questionnaire, Team Shredding Attitudes list, and more.
Publisher: ChurchSmart Resources
Subjects: Mobilizing Spiritual Gifts series   SPIRITUAL GIFTS\MINISTRY
(Added: 6/21/2019)
Note: For teams, groups, or individuals    
 

On mission together: workbook for the 2019 Florida Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church.

Author: Florida Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church,
2019 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   REF   287   FLA   2019
Summary: The annual conference workbook for clergy and lay delegates.
Publisher: Florida Conference
Subjects:   UNITED METHODIST CHURCH\FLORIDA\CHURCH ADMINISTRATION
(Added: 6/21/2019)
Note: Conference was held June 5-8, 2019, at Florida Southern College, Lakeland, Florida.    
 

Ragman and other cries of faith.

Author: Wangerin, Walter, Jr.
1984 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   800   WAN    
Summary: A Christian classic--meditations, parables, and stories in Wangerin's crisp, unique prose. Twenty-six interlocking stories in a variety of styles that explore the meaning of faith, the community of faith, and the vocation of the pastor.
Publisher: Harper & Row, Publishers
Subjects:   PARABLES\SHORT STORIES\DEVOTIONAL LITERATURE
(Added: 6/21/2019)
   
 

Share Jesus without fear.

Author: Fay, William
1999 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   269   FAY  
Summary: Effective ways to communicate the Gospel in a non-threatening manner.
Publisher: Broadman & Holman Publishers
Subjects:   EVANGELISM\APOLOGETICS
(Added: 6/21/2019)
    **New Member Resource
 

Share Jesus without fear. (DVD)

Author: Fay, William
2008 / DVD / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   269   FAY  
Summary: This popular evangelism resource presents a simple and relational approach to witnessing that underscores the dependence on God's power for the results. Birthed out of the life-transformation of its author (former brothel-owner turned Christ-follower), method teaches believers how to navigate a witnessing conversation in everyday situations. (4 sessions)
Publisher: LifeWay
Subjects:   DVD STUDIES\EVANGELISM\APOLOGETICS
(Added: 6/21/2019)
Note: Includes CD-ROM with Small Group Leader Guide and PowerPoint presentations. Session lengths vary. Includes subtitles for hearing impaired.    
 

Vision, mission, and purpose: how to grow a lasting church legacy.

Author: Perry, Tobin
/ Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   254   PER    
Summary: Step-by-step process for finding and fleshing out your church's unique legacy ministry.
Publisher: echurch
Subjects:   MINISTRY\CHURCH GROWTH
(Added: 6/21/2019)
   
 

A.D.: the revolution that changed the world.

Author: Jeremiah, David
2015 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   225   JER    
Summary: A sweeping biblical narrative that brings the political intrigue, religious persecution, and emotional turmoil of the Book of Acts to life in stunning, vibrant detail.
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
Subjects: A.D.: The Bible Continues.   BIBLE - NEW TESTAMENT\CHURCH HISTORY
(Added: 6/21/2019)
   
 

A guide for end of life planning.

Author: First United Methodist Church,
/ Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   641   FIR    
Summary: A helpful planning tool written by members of the church for all who would like some guidance in dealing with end-of-life issues.
Publisher: First United Methodist Church
Subjects:   FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT\DEATH
(Added: 6/21/2019)
   
 

Church and community profiles 2016.

Author: First United Methodist Church of Spring Hill,
2017 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   254   FIR   2016  
Summary: An annual profile of the church and the Spring Hill community, prepared by the Staff Parish Relationship Committee for the Florida Conference.
Publisher: First United Methodist Church
Subjects:   CHURCH ADMINISTRATION\MINISTRY
(Added: 6/21/2019)
   
 

Mary's prayers and Martha's recipes.

Author: Tenney, Tommy
2002 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   248   TEN    
Summary: Spiritual food that will strengthen you on your journey and also provide a road map to equip you with directions to reach that special place of passionate pursuit of God and compassionate service of men.
Publisher: Fresh Bread/Destiny Image Publishing
Subjects:   PRAYER\SOCIAL ISSUES\MISSIONS\CHRISTIAN LIFE
(Added: 5/24/2019)
   
 

Christ the healer.

Author: Bosworth, F. F.
2008 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   248.2   BOS    
Summary: An astonishing discussion of healing, based on the premise that Jesus redeemed us from our diseases when he atoned for our sins.
Publisher: Chosen/Baker Publishing Group
Subjects:   HEALING
(Added: 5/24/2019)
   
 

The passionate intellect: Christian faith and the discipleship of the mind.

Author: McGrath, Alister
2010 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   230   MCG    
Summary: McGrath brings his prodigious intellect and broad learning to bear on a number of topics, including apologetics, science and religion, and the new atheism. He demonstrates that theology is 'intellectually stimulating and exciting.'
Publisher: IVP Books
Subjects:   THEOLOGY
(Added: 5/24/2019)
   
 

Signs: 31 undeniable prophecies of the apocalypse: study guide, volume 3.

Author: Jeremiah, David
2019 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   236   JER   SG-3
Summary: This volume includes Part 4: Tribulation Signs and Part 5: Cultural Signs.
Publisher: Turning Point for God
Subjects:   BIBLE - PROPHETS & PROPHECIES
(Added: 5/24/2019)
Note: Each lesson is based on one of the messages in the Signs CD series.    
 

Words of Jesus.

Author: Life Outreach International,
/ Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   232   LIF    
Summary: All of the "red letter" words of Jesus with some surrounding text to give context.
Publisher: Life Outreach International
Subjects:   BIBLE - STUDY\JESUS CHRIST
(Added: 5/24/2019)
Note: The King James Version of the Bible is used.    
 

Peace with God.

Author: Graham, Billy
1991 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   234   GRA    
Summary: Clearly points the way -- the only way -- to authentic personal peace in a world in crisis. Many have accepted Christ after reading this book.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Subjects:   SALVATION\EVANGELISM
(Added: 5/24/2019)
Note: Revised and expanded edition.    
 

Paul and Barnabas.

Author: Superbook,
2019 / DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   225   SUP
Summary: The children are surprised when Superbook takes a new student to meet Peter, and then takes them on a hazardous missionary journey with Paul and Barnabas. They watch as the apostles face mockery, hardship, and danger as they share the Gospel.
Publisher: The Christian Broadcasting Network
Subjects: Superbook, episode 50.   BIBLE - NEW TESTAMENT\PERSECUTION
(Added: 5/24/2019)
Note: Run time: 28 minutes. Includes bonus extras. Spanish audio and closed captions included.    
 

The relationship principles of Jesus.

Author: Holladay, Tom
2008 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   150   HOL    
Summary: In forty days, bring new depth and health to your marriage, your family, and your friendships. Six weeks to explore and implement six foundational principles that Jesus taught and lived.
Publisher: Zondervan
Subjects:   RELATIONSHIPS\PERSONAL GROWTH\JESUS CHRIST
(Added: 5/24/2019)
   
 

Anna was here.

Author: Kurtz, Jane
2013 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   FIC   KUR  
Summary: Three generations of the Nickel family reunite when fourth-grader Anna, her mom and dad, and four-year-old sister Isabella relocate to Oakwood, Kansas.
Publisher: Greenwillow Books/HarperCollins
Subjects:   FAMILY LIFE
(Added: 5/24/2019)
   
 

Is Genesis history? (Blu-ray)

Author: Tackett, Del
2018 / DVD / Adults
Location: Main Library   DVD   213   TAC  
Summary: Comprehensive documentary featuring over a dozen scientists and scholars looking at the world and explaining how it intersects with the history recorded in Genesis. From rock layers to fossils to lions to stars, this fascinating film will challenge and change the way you see the world.
Publisher: Compass Cinema
Subjects:   CREATION\BIBLE - OLD TESTAMENT
(Added: 5/11/2019)
Run time: 101 minutes (main feature). Bonus features: 86 minutes total. Subtitles in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, etc.