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Lessons from the Foothills

Berea College and Its Unique Role in America

By: Gretchen Dykstra

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Lessons from the Foothills

Berea College and Its Unique Role in America

By: Gretchen Dykstra

In 1859, a mob of sixty-five prominent armed men rode into Berea, Kentucky, and forced the closure of its integrated one-room schoolhouse. Founded by Kentucky-born abolitionist John Gregg Fee, the school was open to anyone, regardless of their race or gender—a notion that horrified white supremacists. The mob evicted thirty-six community members, including Fee's family, but Fee and the others returned to Berea in 1864 and reestablished the institution, still committed to educating Appalachia's most vulnerable populations. In Lessons from the Foothills, Gretchen Dykstra profiles modern Berea College with its rich and beloved history. This book is the first to focus on contemporary Berea and its eight Great Commitments—the principles and practices that provide clear aspirations for the college and its community. Each chapter functions as a deep dive into the history, practice, and significance of one Great Commitment, from providing opportunity for the most marginalized, to the college's high academic standards and its commitment to environmental sustainability. The college has pledged to "provide an educational opportunity for students of all races, primarily from Appalachia, who have great promise and limited economic resources." To achieve this goal, the college eliminated tuition in 1892 and it also provides jobs for students to assist with living expenses. Drawn from interviews with a range of members of the Berea community, including alumni, students, faculty, and staff, Lessons from the Foothills is an engaging portrait of a unique and historic institution and its enduring commitment to nurture and support academic excellence and service.

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164

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University Press of Kentucky

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1985900718

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9781985900714

The Well-Watered Woman

By: Gretchen Saffles

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The Well-Watered Woman

By: Gretchen Saffles

ECPA Bestseller! Discover the bottomless, refreshing Well of God's Word--and experience a fullness and peace beyond your circumstances. In the chaos of our everyday, it can be difficult to live out and apply the truths of Scripture. We want more of Jesus, but we find ourselves looking to our own lives and accomplishments for our worth and identity. And while that may buoy us for a time, we're often left feeling dried up, discouraged, and longing for more. Gretchen Saffles knows what it's like to feel overwhelmed and unable to flourish. In The Well-Watered Woman, Gretchen leads us to the Well of fullness, the Word of freedom, and the Way of fruitfulness. She teaches that God's Word will satisfy us for all eternity. Using Scripture and her own personal story of surrender, Gretchen offers spiritually hungry women tangible tools to not only know Jesus more but to live a life that thoroughly enjoys Him, seeks Him, and follows Him into freedom.

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305

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Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.

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1496445457

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9781496445452

The Well-Watered Life

By: Gretchen Saffles

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The Well-Watered Life

By: Gretchen Saffles

The Well-Watered life isn't about doing more; it's about being with Jesus and becoming like Him. The Well-Watered Life devotional journal is your very own not-so-formal invitation to embrace the life Jesus came to give. Throughout the pages of this beautifully designed journal, filled with writing prompts, Scripture teaching, and biblical exercises, you will be encouraged to chronicle your journey of faithfully following and finding Jesus. You will discover how to satisfy the deep craving in your soul as you learn practical ways to implement spiritual disciplines and rhythms in your daily routine as you pursue a "well-watered life" in Christ.

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289

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Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.

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149644549X

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9781496445490

Word before World

100 Devotions to Put Jesus First

By: Gretchen Saffles

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Word before World

100 Devotions to Put Jesus First

By: Gretchen Saffles

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. (John 1:1) When you think about your life and what you value, what would you put first? When you read God’s Word, are you doing so out of duty or out of a desire to delight in your Savior? When all we give Jesus is our leftovers, fear overwhelms our peace and worry clouds our vision. Gretchen Saffles knows what it’s like to struggle to put Jesus first daily. During a season of spiritual discouragement, she learned that pursuing God is ultimately not a self-help journey, but rather it’s a Spirit-led surrender. This discovery led her to a simple phrase that helped her reframe how she desired to spend her time, start her days, and shape her mindset: Word before World. This three-word statement has become her morning manifesto, her afternoon anthem, and her evening comfort. When she practiced looking first to Jesus, she realized that while God’s Word never changes, yet it always changes us. In Word before World you’ll discover ways to: Conquer the daily distractions that get in the way of time with God Develop a daily rhythm of seeking Jesus Set aside your phone, lists, and plans in order to seek direction and nourishment in God’s Word instead Transform your worldview, schedule, dreams, and desires to align with God’s purpose for your life. Cultivate a deep love for God in this 100-day devotional journey to experience God’s faithfulness and goodness. Put God’s Word before the distractions of this world, believing that he will meet your every need.

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Tyndale House Publishers

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1496446372

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Making Jesus Attractive

The Ministry and Message of Young Life

By: Gretchen Schoon Tanis

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Making Jesus Attractive

The Ministry and Message of Young Life

By: Gretchen Schoon Tanis

Making Jesus Attractive is an in-depth look at the history and theology of this parachurch organization dedicated to ministry with young people. Beginning with the theological background of founder Jim Rayburn and moving through the decades of the ministry, this book examines not only the articulated theological statements of the organization but the lived theology as well. This book provides a thorough overview of the theological underpinnings of the Young Life organization and challenges their model of an attractive Christianity, providing insights that could be utilized by all youth ministry workers.

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180

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Wipf and Stock Publishers

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1498273742

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9781498273749

Lessons from the Foothills

Berea College and Its Unique Role in America

By: Gretchen Dykstra

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Berea College and Its Unique Role in America

By: Gretchen Dykstra

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University Press of Kentucky

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198590070X

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Book's by Gretchen Dykstra

Lessons from the Foothills

Lessons from the Foothills

The Well-Watered Woman

The Well-Watered Woman

The Well-Watered Life

The Well-Watered Life

Word before World

Word before World

Making Jesus Attractive

Making Jesus Attractive

Lessons from the Foothills

Lessons from the Foothills

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