For Whatever the NeedGods Word has the Answer! Gods Word for Every Need is a powerful selection of easy-to-access Bible verses and inspirational messages for the needs that people face each day. Featuring practical life-applications, you will discover how Scripture provides timeless guidance for daily living. When you know what God says about your needs, you can pray with clarity, knowing that you are praying His Word about your situation. You can also act with confidence, trusting that God has given you heavens solutions for every earthly problem.
Sometimes something happens in your Christian life and it changes your world forever - sociologists call it a paradigm shift. Such a change happened to Mark Stibbe, and this book is the result! One Touch from the King is about how God can radically transform our lives with one simple touch. One moment of divine contact can bring an invasion of heaven into our world that means we can never be the same again. Filled with Mark Stibbe's trademark combination of sound biblical teaching and hands-on practical experience, this book will encourage you to a new level of faith.
Dont Panic in the Corona Storm! We are living, without any doubt, through one of the greatest global crises in history. Many nations are now in total lockdown as the virus known as COVID-19 spreads across the Earth. Hospitals are being overrun and entire economies are in great danger of meltdown. We are in what Mark Stibbe calls a "Corona Storm." While many news outlets and conspiracy theorists are inciting a spirit of fear, Mark Stibbe encourages us to realize that the best antidote is to press the reset button in our lives and to initiate a pandemic of love love for God, for our neighbor, for ourselves. Many people are responding to the Corona Storm like orphans, hoarding food and toilet rolls, acting out of a center of fear. A much healthier, wiser and more Biblical approach is to behave like Gods sons and daughters and to live from a center of love. This is not the time to stockpile toilet rolls. Its time for putting first things first and for falling in love with God. In this current storm, the world is waiting, and the Earth is groaning, for such as these.
We live in an increasingly fatherless society. Fatherless children are far more likely to be criminals or victims. In January 2009 Mark quit as the senior leader of a successful and progressive Anglican congregation, to found a ministry called The Father's House, dedicated to taking the Father's love to the fatherless. 'The task of the family of God is to take the Father's love to the fatherless. To do this, those who are already members of God's family need to have their father wounds healed. This book will help those with hearts broken by their earthly fathers to find in their Heavenly Father the love of all loves.' In Part 1, Mark describes the different ways in which fathers can hurt their children. In Part 2, he goes deeper, defining the wound as 'the orphan heart' and describing the main symptoms of this condition in peoples' lives. In Part 3, he shows how Christians can find true healing through experiencing the Spirit of adoption.
In this compelling book, Mark Stibbe argues that God wants to use Christians to speak prophetically into the lives of unbelievers, waking them up to the fact that Jesus is alive and he knows their every thought, word and action. There are many biblical examples of God's people using prophecy in their witness to unbelievers. Jesus used prophecy in His ministry to seekers. After Pentecost, God gave the gift of prophecy to believers as one resource among many in their witness to the world. Furthermore, Christians today receive prophecies for those who don't know Christ, often with immediate and life-changing effects. This book contains many such testimonies.
Don't Get Caught in the Corona Storm! We are living, without any doubt, through one of the greatest global crises in history. Many nations are now in total lockdown as the virus known as COVID-19 spreads across the Earth. Hospitals are being overrun and entire economies are in great danger of meltdown. We are in what Mark Stibbe calls a "Corona Storm." In this timely book, Mark Stibbe encourages readers to look at what the Bible teaches about the different kinds of storm we face in life. He says, Determining the source of the storm is critical for developing your strategy in the storm. You will learn how to: Keep Your Focus in Turbulent Times Muzzle the Beast of Demonic Storms Find Awakening during the Shaking Identify Divine Storms and how to respond to them Respond like a son or daughter, rather than reacting like an orphan to the current global shaking So, get ready! The whole of creation is waiting for love-based sons and daughters like you to make your appearance.
Taking a new look at the interrelationship of the Father and the Son at Calvary, Mark Stibbe explores the Father's agony at seeing his son in pain; the son suffering the Father's absence, and the Holy Spirit as the bond of love between the two, holding them in an eternal embrace. The author relates this to the orphan condition of separation and shame he has known personally in his own life. He suggests that in the excruciating picture of the grieving Father and the abandoned Son, we paradoxically discover the exhilarating Good News: that our true identity is as the adopted, much-loved children of a God who longs to honour and heal us.
The key to our liberation as Christians is the biblical image of spiritual adoption. So often we continue to live as spiritual orphans, forgetting that thanks to the saving work of Jesus we have been made sons and daughters of God. This title explores this image of adoption, much neglected as a way of understanding our salvation.
Mark Stibbe points the reader to a story Jesus told over 2,000 years ago which demonstrates the qualities of a perfect dad. More than that the story paints the clearest picture of what Jesus thought God is really like. It provides a wonderfully accessible introduction to the Father youve been waiting for and contains many new insights into a story loved by millions and known as the parable of parables. "This is a must-read for anyone who wants a direct, honest explanation of how remarkable God who created the universe and more, loves and is interested in an exclusive, intimate, life-transforming relationship with you." - Diane Louise Jordan
The User's Guide to Christian Belief is an accessible introduction to the Christian faith, exploring key elements in a clear and engaging way. Ideal for all those new to the Christian faith or wanting to explore key issues further, the book is an ideal base for discussion and reflection, with it's contemporary design making it easy to dip in and out of.
Breakout is the story of one church's rediscovery of a Spirit empowered, New Testament model of church. Christianity Magazine Book of the Year. It is an honest, inspiring testimony to the truth that the Gospel of Jesus still maintains its life-changing power and God's people still have it in them to change the world. St Andrew's Chorleywood has been at the forefront of church renewal for over three decades. In the last five years, it has seen substantial growth as the congregation has moved from drawing people to one place, to a model in which well over a thousand believers have been sent out in mission-shaped communities of up to 50 members, meeting in school halls, community centres, coffee shops and other contexts. This daring move has resulted in the raising up of over a hundred new leaders, a massive release of spiritual gifts, great vision and creativity in outreach, and major growth through evangelism.
Teaching is more than imparting knowledge - it's about equipping others to live the Christian life. Mark Stibbe believes there is a desperate need today for teachers to help people rediscover the spiritual authority of the word of God. He draws his lessons from the greatest teacher of all time - Jesus.
In his new book, Mark Stibbe reminds us that we have a loving, generous Father who delights to give his children gifts, especially the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Mark describes each of the spiritual gifts mentioned in the New Testament and provides tools for the reader to identify which gifts they have. He also urges the contemporary church not to dial down on the spiritual gifts but to create a culture where all the gifts are eagerly welcomed and responsibly stewarded. This book is a vital rallying cry for a return to genuine, charismatic Christianity at a time when so many Christians and indeed churches have lost their passion for the presence of God and for the supernatural evidences of God's presence in worship and mission.
God is madly in love with you!You’ve heard the phrase “God loves you.” But what does it really mean? And do you even believe it?The 100 Bible verses compiled and explained in this book are a profound glimpse into the heart of Father God. They tell a story of the God who made you, knows everything about you, and who loves you...
John's Gospel is an innovative study which shows how the current plurality of literary methodologies can be used effectively to illuminate the text of the fourth gospel. Dr Stibbe, the well-respected author of three previous volumes on St John, uses the methods of structuralism, deconstructionism and narrative criticism in his interpretation. A detailed introduction makes his book accessible to the non-specialist. The book is an invaluable guide to John's Gospel for all those interested in the Bible as literature. It is important reading for all theologians, students of theology and ministers of religion.
Claire Stibbe lives with her husband and son in New Mexico and has written two historical fiction novels about Ancient Egypt and is currently writing a series of crime thrillers based in her home city of Albuquerque. The first of these, The Ninth Hour, is published by Crooked Cat. Claire is part of the team at Kingdom Writing Solutions. Mark Stibbe lives with his wife and Labrador in North Yorkshire and is an award-winning, bestselling author. He is now collaborating with New York Times bestselling novelist G.P. Taylor to write a series of Napoleonic spy thrillers. He leads writing workshops in the UK and abroad and is CEO of Kingdom Writing Solutions. Mark and Claire are adopted twins. They started telling stories to each other when they were very young and have both become full-time published authors in recent years.
The Resurrection Code reads like a well crafted mystery that carries the reader along with successive intrigues, hints and clues to a truly satisfying resolution that leaves the faithful both informed and inspired. With the adroitness of a skilled sleuth, Stibbe sorts out various puzzles in the 'Easter enigma' recorded in chapter 20 of the Fourth Gospel. In one of the most charming literary compositions in all the Bible, indeed all of literature, in The Resurrection Code we learn who the author is of the Fourth Gospel the identity and possible background of the mysterious figure (mentioned nowhere else in the New Testament) that John repeatedly refers to as 'the disciple whom Jesus loved' the likely timing of Jesus' resurrection from the grave and encounter with Mary (contrary to the conventional Sunday dawn scenario) why John's gospel (unlike the other gospels) points out details of Jesus' grave clothes left behind in the tomb and what they signify how the two angels posted at each end of the slab where Jesus lay may supply an interpretive key that unlocks the deeper meaning of Jesus' enigmatic encounter with Mary Magdalene why Jesus says to Mary, 'Do not touch me!' when later he invites the apostle Thomas to touch his hands and side. Mark Stibbe has a remarkable gift of teaching the Scriptures in a way that makes it real, relevant, applicable and life-changing. A gifted teacher, Mark's ministry has impacted my life in a profound way.' Ruth Graham - Director of Ruth Graham Ministries and daughter of Billy Graham
Breakout is the story of one church's rediscovery of a Spirit empowered, New Testament model of church. Christianity Magazine Book of the Year. It is an honest, inspiring testimony to the truth that the Gospel of Jesus still maintains its life-changing power and God's people still have it in them to change the world. St Andrew's Chorleywood has been at the forefront of church renewal for over three decades. In the last five years, it has seen substantial growth as the congregation has moved from drawing people to one place, to a model in which well over a thousand believers have been sent out in mission-shaped communities of up to 50 members, meeting in school halls, community centres, coffee shops and other contexts. This daring move has resulted in the raising up of over a hundred new leaders, a massive release of spiritual gifts, great vision and creativity in outreach, and major growth through evangelism.
Dr Mark Stibbe fell in love with John's Gospel as a teenager. This set of devotional readings springs from profound reflection over many years, but the tone is inspirational and popular. He writes: 'John is my favourite Gospel. In John's Gospel, Jesus is the Son who reveals the Father. He is presented to us as the one who came to show us what the Father is truly like. He says of himself that he is the only Way to the Father and the one who discloses the truth about the Father heart of God. Every verse of John's Gospel reveals the Father. 'Together we consider 366 texts and look at how they reveal the Father who has adopted us, embraced us in his family, and promised never to abandon us. The purpose of every daily study is to turn what we learn into the language of adoration.
A plethora of jokes and stories for almost any occasion—some reach for the heart, others go straight for the funny bone. Arranged topically and alphabetically.
Here is a new edition of this important book from one of the most influential charismatic churches in the UK. Many Christians hunger for the gifts of the Holy Spirit described in the new Testament, but don't know how to discern their validity or fully use their potential. In this book, Mark Stibbe examines the biblical presentation of these gifts, and applies it for Christians to use in all areas of their life and service today. He helps us discern true authenticity in the realm of spiritual power, and exercise the responsibility which accompanies the Spirit's gifting. Most importantly, he helps us to become more faithful and fruitful disciples of Christ.
From the authors who wrote A Box of Delights and A Bucket of Surprises comes this volume of humorous stories and anecdotes. Arranged alphabetically, they are perfect for speeches or just fun reading.
There are many ways to approach Bible study. Here are 100 verses that together convey the essence of the Bible—the entire narrative of salvation—and can be used as a quick introduction or as a way to dig deeply and internalize each word of each verse.
An exceptional and empowering look at the spiritual balance that comes from embracing both the personal experience of the Holy Spirit and the discipleship of the cross.
Watching movies continues to be one of our most popular leisure pursuits whether at the cinema or at home. Often movies move us in a way that no other form of communication can – in fact some people consider movies to be the ‘parables’ of life today. Movies are a great way of getting us to think about life’s ultimate questions. J. John and Mark Stibbe provide unique spiritual insights into eight popular movies. These eight studies are suitable for personal or group use, or as a teaching programme on a larger scale. Featured in this volume are: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings Simon Birch The Green Mile Bridget Jones’ Diary What Women Want Unfaithful Minority Report Shrek
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