Adventuring through Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Lamentations.

Author: Stedman, Ray C.
1997 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   221   STE  
Summary: A brief study guide to help the believer get a better grasp of the Old Testament.
Publisher: Discovery House Publishers/RBC Ministries
Subjects: Adventuring Through the Bible series   BIBLE - OLD TESTAMENT\BIBLE - STUDY
(Added: 11/13/2015)
   
 

The Jesus touch: learning the art of relationship from the Master.

Author: Anderson, Lynn
2002 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   150   AND    
Summary: Based on Jesus' creative encounters with the people he met throughout the Gospel of John, this book will teach you how to treat each individual you meet with the creativity and love exhibited by the Master.
Publisher: Howard Publishing
Subjects:   RELATIONSHIPS\JESUS CHRIST
(Added: 10/31/2015)
   
 

Groups: the life-giving power of community.

Author: Ortberg, John
2000 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   240   ORT  
Summary: Community is God's idea. Only in community can we know and be known, love and be loved, celebrate others and be celebrated by them. And only through close, transparent relationships can we be transformed as individuals.
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing House
Subjects: Pursuing Spiritual Transformation: Willow Creek Resources   CHURCH GROUPS\RELATIONSHIPS\SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 10/31/2015)
Note: Leader's guide included for small group studies.    
 

Great Bible stories and master paintings.

Author: Rachleff, Owen S.
1968 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   790   RAC    
Summary: A complete contemporary narration of Old and New Testament stories, illustrated with 104 works of art by Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Tintoretto, Raphael, El Greco, Poussin, Murillo, Tiepolo, Van Eyck, Giotto, and Corot, among others.
Publisher: Abradale Press
Subjects:   BIBLE - STORIES\ART
(Added: 10/31/2015)
Note: Large color reproductions of paintings.    
 

The school of biblical evangelism.

Author: Cameron, Kirk
2004 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   269   CAM  
Summary: Comprehensive study course with 101 lessons on how to share your faith simply, effectively, and biblically. . . the way Jesus did.
Publisher: Bradge-Logos Publishers
Subjects: The Way of the Master   EVANGELISM
(Added: 10/31/2015)
Note: This is the printed version of the online School of Biblical Evangelism.    
 

Gifts: the joy of serving God.

Author: Ortberg, John
2000 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   240   ORT  
Summary: Develop a passion to be used by God. Find out about your unique place in the body of Christ and the joy of serving with others.
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing House
Subjects: Pursuing Spiritual Transformation: Willow Creek Resources   SPIRITUAL GIFTS\CHRISTIAN LIFE
(Added: 10/31/2015)
Note: Leader's guide included for small group studies.    
 

Growth: training vs trying.

Author: Ortberg, John
2000 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   240   ORT  
Summary: How to live out the character of Jesus in this world, not by trying harder, but by cultivating spiritual disciplines such as scripture meditation, prayer, solitude, endurance, and loving others.
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing House
Subjects: Pursuing Spiritual Transformation: Willow Creek Resources   SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES
(Added: 10/31/2015)
Note: Leader's guide included for small group studies.    
 

Giving: unlocking the heart of good stewardship.

Author: Ortberg, John
2000 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   240   ORT  
Summary: Jesus said more about money than just about any other topic. Giving is as much a part of spiritual growth as prayer and Bible study. A lifestyle of giving reflects the heart of God, who freely gives his best to you.
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing House
Subjects: Pursuing Spiritual Transformation: Willow Creek Resources   SPIRITUAL LIFE\FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT\STEWARDSHIP
(Added: 10/31/2015)
Note: Leader's guide included for small group studies.    
 

Grace: an invitation to a way of life.

Author: Ortberg, John
2000 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   240   ORT  
Summary: Make the connection between grace as a remote biblical concept and grace as a lifestyle. A study of Psalm 23, where God, our good shepherd, walks with us through temptation, sorrow, and deep regret.
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing House
Subjects: Pursuing Spiritual Transformation: Willow Creek Resources   SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 10/31/2015)
Note: Leader's guide included for small group studies.    
 

The first Thanksgiving: what the real story tells us about loving God and learning from history.

Author: McKenzie, Robert Tracy
2013 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   395.4   MCK    
Summary: Is what we've been taught about the Pilgrims and their harvest feast what actually happened? Solid historical treatment of early American Thanksgiving that underscores the profound Christian stake in history.
Publisher: IVP Academic/InterVarsity Press
Subjects:   THANKSGIVING\UNITED STATES\HISTORY
(Added: 10/31/2015)
   
 

Fully devoted: living each day in Jesus' name.

Author: Ortberg, John
2000 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   240   ORT  
Summary: What it means to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ. An introduction to the foundational values and practices of Christian growth.
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing House
Subjects: Pursuing Spiritual Transformation: Willow Creek Resources   SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 10/31/2015)
Note: Leader's guide included for small group studies.    
 

Edge of apocalypse.

Author: LaHaye, Tim
2010 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   LAH   TE-1  
Summary: Political thriller laced with End-times prophecy.
Publisher: Zondervan
Subjects: The End Series, book 1   END TIMES\SUSPENSE
(Added: 10/16/2015)
   
 

Silver bells.

Author: Raney, Deborah
2013 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   RAN    
Summary: Two employees at a tiny weekly newspaper are strongly attracted to each other, but office policy forbids employee dating. As snow blankets the town, perhaps there will be a Christmas miracle.
Publisher: Summerside Press/Guideposts
Subjects: Center Point Large Print   CHRISTMAS\ROMANCE\LARGE PRINT MATERIALS
(Added: 10/16/2015)
   
 

Courtship in crisis: the case for traditional dating.

Author: Umstattd, Thomas, Jr.
2015 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   642   UMS    
Summary: The failure of the 1990s concept called "courtship" has resulted in an epidemic of singleness and broken hearts. Umstattd explains why it failed and lays out an alternative model that works.
Publisher: Stone Castle Publishing
Subjects:   DATING\RELATIONSHIPS\MARRIAGE
(Added: 10/16/2015)
   
 

Revolution and renewal: how churches are saving our cities.

Author: Campolo, Tony
2000 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   360   CAM    
Summary: The story of brave men and women who refused to walk away from seemingly hopeless situations. Their faith-based social action presents a blueprint for reclaiming America's cities. Addresses such issues as joblessness, failing schools, crime, injustice, and business development.
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Subjects:   URBAN MINISTRY\SOCIAL ISSUES
(Added: 10/16/2015)
   
 

The externally focused church.

Author: Rusaw, Rick
2004 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   261   RUS    
Summary: How your church can partner with community agencies, build new relationships, and flood your community with practical compassion.
Publisher: Group Publishing.
Subjects:   CHURCH\CULTURAL CONCERNS\MINISTRY
(Added: 10/16/2015)
   
 

Biblical creationism.

Author: Morris, Henry M.
2000 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   213   MOR    
Summary: What each book of the Bible teaches about Creation and the Flood.
Publisher: Master Books
Subjects:   CREATION\SCIENCE
(Added: 10/16/2015)
   
 

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(Added: 10/16/2015)
   
 

Underground Jerusalem: city of the past.

Author: Day of Discovery,
2009 / DVD / Adults
Location: Main Library   DVD   220.9   DAY  
Summary: Beneath the ancient city of Jerusalem sleep historic treasures that are being awakened by archeologists at an ever-increasing rate.
Publisher: RBC Ministries
Subjects:   ISRAEL\ARCHEOLOGY
(Added: 10/16/2015)
Notes: Run time: 27 minutes. Hosted by Jimmy DeYoung.    
 

Raising a hero.

Author: Numeroff, Laura
2015 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   360   NUM  
Summary: Max the puppy learns the first lessons in becoming a service dog for Canine Companions for Independence.
Publisher: Cleverkick
Subjects: Work for Biscuits series   ANIMALS\DISABILITIES
(Added: 10/16/2015)
Note: Illustrated by Lynn Munsinger