Volume 2. 101 high-quality movie-based illustrations for preachers and speakers, cross-referenced and indexed by Scripture texts and keywords, plus clip location on the video version.
Listeners do love their pastors and they agree with the sermon content they hear,' Lori Carrell once explained to a group of pastors, 'but most sermons don't ask for change, and most listeners don't experience spiritual growth as a result of the sermon.' A participant responded: 'Let's get practical. I want my preaching to make a difference. What changes are worth making, and how do I make them?' In Preaching that Matters, Lori Carrell shares answers to that question, drawing on the experiences of thousands of people—preachers and their listeners—whose effort she has studied over many years. In each chapter of this book, she offers research revelations about high impact preaching that will encourage and challenge readers to continue to grow as preachers. She then links these principles with Reflective Practice Challenges (RPCs), exercises that honor the rich experiences of pastors while opening opportunities for self-analysis, spiritual introspection, conversation with a trusted other, or implementation of research-based preaching recommendations. The activities have been used by hundreds of other pastors, and each RPC has been carefully selected for its demonstrated contribution to the process of transforming sermon communication. A selection of the RPCs are available as a downloadable file. E-mail resourcematerial@rowman.com for more information. As a communication expert, Carrell approaches preaching from a 'sermon communication' paradigm. She begins with the task of identifying the spiritually transformative purpose of the sermon and then explores exegeting, organizing, deepening, and delivering the sermon, as well as listening to the listeners and planning for continued transformation. Her own goal is simple: to inspire and equip clergy to make changes that will enhance the transformative power of their preaching. To connect with others reading Preaching That Matters and to find an onlne accountability partner, join the book's Google+ communities.
This is a story you won't put down. A story of how God calls: to individual women to begin the women's conference Heritage Keepers - to Lori Beckler, the founder of Heritage Keepers, who heard the call but was nearly derailed by Satan - to Kathy Troccoli, who felt compelled to phone Lori, though she never books her own engagements - to Sandi Patty, who proved to be a vital part of God's plan, and whose vulnerability will strengthen you - to Point of Grace, whose Heritage Keepers' story will thrill you. The same God is calling to you: My precious child, I love you. Even if you did not grow up in a godly home, you have a holy heritage, an inheritance more precious than silver. Embrace this heritage, that the next generation may know. Hidden truths spring to life as Dee parallels the biblical stories of our holy heritage, women like Sarah, the Hebrew midwives, and Miriam, with the faith stories of contemporary women. Each gripping chapter closes with an in-depth Bible study which can be done individually or with a small group of women. Dee's award-winning Bible studies are known for their depth of insight and their ability to strengthen friendships between women.
The Buckhorn Brothers: Casey As a teen, Emma Clark was the girl with the bad reputation—and trying to get Casey Hudson into bed hadn't helped! Notonly was he the cutest guy in town, but he was also the onlyone who'd really seemed to care about her—so much so thatthe usually hot-blooded teen had resisted all her awkwardadvances. Now, eight years later, it's a different story—. Caught in the Act When a robbery goes bad, undercover cop Mick Dawson can'tbelieve Delilah Piper (aka mystery writer Lela DeBraye) wasjust in the wrong place at the wrong time—and neither do theperps. The only way to protect her while he investigates whatreally happened is to stick with her 24/7—and try not to fallfor the object of his investigation!
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