Chapter 13: The Excellence of Love is based on 1 Corinthians 13, the quintessential text on love. First Corinthians 13 is often recited at weddings, painted on wall-hangings, and memorized by people. First Corinthians 13 paints word pictures that unearth the meaning, motives, and maturing of love—Christ-like love. Love that is deeper and broader than the love sung about in sentimental songs. This love is real. It changes the world. Chapter 13: The Excellence of Love presents a better way to live; a better way to treat people. And, that way is to love. Love matters most. It is the most excellent way to live. Chapter 13: The Excellence of Love needs to be read, understood, and obeyed. Then, our life will be enriched, like God intended, enriched with his love as we love others.
It is the hard times that define us, when our world begins to crack. It is in these moments that God wants to shape our character and draw us closer to himself. Yet it is in these same moments that God may seem to have disappeared from our lives. How do we find him again? How do we struggle toward hope? How can we believe that good will come? These are the difficult questions that crisis brings. This book addresses these questions by introducing us to biblical character who themselves faced crisis: Jonah, Jacob, Daniel, and others. Each chapter helps us better understand how we can grow through crisis. Here is a book of wisdom for those who are currently facing crisis or wanting to prepare themselves for the future. It is a book that shows us God in the midst of tough times.
The 7 Sins of Highly Defective People takes an honest look at each of the seven deadly sins and the virtues that are needed to overcome each. The intensely practical book offers applications for overcoming the sins. The concise and touching writing style offers appropriate illustrations and stories to support the themes and principles presented. The good news is that the seven sins can be defeated and the seven virtues can be cultivated to build Christian character, leading one into a lifestyle that is pleasing to God.
Forgiveness is the distinctive Christian virtue. But, the most difficult command to practice. Forgiveness is easier to say than to do. Forgiveness: A Lovely Idea Until . . . provides clarity to what forgiveness looks like; compelling reasons why we should forgive; and the proper steps to know we have forgiven. For those people trapped in bitterness, anger, and hatred, this book uncovers the release. Forgiveness will free you from a painful past and propel you into a future of joy and freedom. Reflecting on a hurtful event that could have destroyed him, Rick Ezell presents a thorough understanding of forgiveness’ power. He shows the process that led him to forgive. Though it was not easy and it did take time, the result was worth it. He has gathered a gold mine of truth and in a concise form that will guide your forgiveness journey.
The life you’ve always imagined is within your grasp. But it requires a new way of looking, thinking, and behaving. We often obsess on the life we want as obtaining certain possessions or higher status. But the life we want is much loftier than that. It hinges on undeniable traits, disciplines, and characteristics that define the soul and heart of a person. The twenty-one daily readings will help you focus on what matters most for a life that matters. The daily assignments that follow each chapter will help you implement what is lacking in your life to discover and enjoy the life you’ve always imagined.
Scripture teaches that to whom much is given much is required (Luke 12:48). Americans have more resources, more churches, more Bibles, more Christian training, and more access to the Gospel than any other place in the world. Have we become Gospel hoarders? Whether you are a seasoned mission traveler or are just beginning to prepare for your first mission experience, we pray that the thoughts and insights in this book will be helpful as you prepare for your involvement in global missions. It could bring an end to Gospel hoarding in your church and the beginning of an exciting journey in changing the world! Our desire and purpose is this: to see every local church directly involved in sending and going.
Professional Development Schools: Researching Lessons from the Field provides a comprehensive analysis of PDS research that can aid PDS stakeholders in designing and sustaining meaningful research in their partnerships. Breault and Breault used an extensive qualitative meta-synthesis to examine the research over the past 20 years. Their comprehensive review of 300 studies provides a.deep understanding of the challenges and potential within PDSs. The authors offer analysis regarding key elements of PDSs and highlight strong studies including a large-scale, multi-site study and studies using mixed methods and action research effectively. They also highlight exemplary studies showing how pilot studies are effective ways to research new partnerships, how theory can lead to greater abstraction, and how metaphor can clarify complex relationships. This book is an essential resource for all stakeholders involved in professional development schools.
Growing up in Kinston, Alabama, Rick Wood had two goals: to play high school basketball for his role model, Creigh Purnell, and to become a high school coach and teacher himself. Though he was never able to make Coach Purnell's varsity, he enjoyed a stellar coaching career. Rick Wood retired with 662 wins -- at the time, the most by any active coach in North Carolina. His players were known for their teamwork, hustle, and sportsmanship. They were also known for being true student-athletes, receiving two awards for having the best team GPAs in the entire state. 40 Seasons chronicles how one small town boy turned his dream into a lifetime of achievements. Through his eyes, we discover universal lessons about winning, losing, teaching, and living.
It's time to be part of the “Solution Revolution” and join the thousands of leaders and companies throughout the world who are becoming solution-oriented leaders. It’s all based on the lessons in this step-by-step guide developed by author, keynote speaker, and international leadership expert Dr. Rick Goodman. You’ll discover how to Transform Your Thinking, Optimize Your Assets, and Accelerate Your Connectivity to achieve world-class balance and results in your business and in your life. In this first-of-a-kind, comprehensive guide, author Dr. Rick Goodman leads you through the everyday challenges of the modern workplace while providing you with easy-to-implement solutions to achieve world-class results! The Solutions Oriented Leader shows you how to: Implement transformational leadership tools to help you achieve balance in business and your life Utilize communication systems that increase employee engagement and workflow Develop a positive attitude that motivates your team and increases retention Handle conflict and manage workplace burnout Now you can be in control of your destiny—giving yourself permission to be successful! You can become a leader who inspires others for a lifetime. You can harness your positive attitude and share it to propel your business to new heights. With the Solutions-Oriented mindset, you now have the business and life playbook promoting productivity, boosting employee engagement, and creating a happy work environment.
It is the hard times that define us, when our world begins to crack. It is in these moments that God wants to shape our character and draw us closer to himself. Yet it is in these same moments that God may seem to have disappeared from our lives. How do we find him again? How do we struggle toward hope? How can we believe that good will come? These are the difficult questions that crisis brings. This book addresses these questions by introducing us to biblical character who themselves faced crisis: Jonah, Jacob, Daniel, and others. Each chapter helps us better understand how we can grow through crisis. Here is a book of wisdom for those who are currently facing crisis or wanting to prepare themselves for the future. It is a book that shows us God in the midst of tough times.
The 7 Sins of Highly Defective People takes an honest look at each of the seven deadly sins and the virtues that are needed to overcome each. The intensely practical book offers applications for overcoming the sins. The concise and touching writing style offers appropriate illustrations and stories to support the themes and principles presented. The good news is that the seven sins can be defeated and the seven virtues can be cultivated to build Christian character, leading one into a lifestyle that is pleasing to God.
The life you’ve always imagined is within your grasp. But it requires a new way of looking, thinking, and behaving. We often obsess on the life we want as obtaining certain possessions or higher status. But the life we want is much loftier than that. It hinges on undeniable traits, disciplines, and characteristics that define the soul and heart of a person. The twenty-one daily readings will help you focus on what matters most for a life that matters. The daily assignments that follow each chapter will help you implement what is lacking in your life to discover and enjoy the life you’ve always imagined.
Forgiveness is the distinctive Christian virtue. But, the most difficult command to practice. Forgiveness is easier to say than to do. Forgiveness: A Lovely Idea Until . . . provides clarity to what forgiveness looks like; compelling reasons why we should forgive; and the proper steps to know we have forgiven. For those people trapped in bitterness, anger, and hatred, this book uncovers the release. Forgiveness will free you from a painful past and propel you into a future of joy and freedom. Reflecting on a hurtful event that could have destroyed him, Rick Ezell presents a thorough understanding of forgiveness’ power. He shows the process that led him to forgive. Though it was not easy and it did take time, the result was worth it. He has gathered a gold mine of truth and in a concise form that will guide your forgiveness journey.
Chapter 13: The Excellence of Love is based on 1 Corinthians 13, the quintessential text on love. First Corinthians 13 is often recited at weddings, painted on wall-hangings, and memorized by people. First Corinthians 13 paints word pictures that unearth the meaning, motives, and maturing of love—Christ-like love. Love that is deeper and broader than the love sung about in sentimental songs. This love is real. It changes the world. Chapter 13: The Excellence of Love presents a better way to live; a better way to treat people. And, that way is to love. Love matters most. It is the most excellent way to live. Chapter 13: The Excellence of Love needs to be read, understood, and obeyed. Then, our life will be enriched, like God intended, enriched with his love as we love others.
Character matters. Regardless of what the polls and media personalities say, our society cannot survive without people of moral, spiritual, and personal character. Drawing on the teaching of the apostle Peter in his second letter, real-world pastor and engaging author Rick Ezell cuts to the core of what constitutes true character. He enumerates and explains the seven characteristics which, when added to faith, will yield character of distinction.
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