Resultados para "UP" en Biblias y estudios bíblicos

Have you ever seen the Bible used to hurt someone—or has it been used to harm you? Have you sometimes gotten the feeling that people were misapplying verses but been unable to explain how? Do you wish you could better understand what may look like contradictions in the text? If so, you're not alone. But thankfully, better ways to read and understand the Bible are within your grasp. That's because this user-friendly introduction to biblical interpretation teaches how you can interpret Scripture, both for yourself and for those you love.

Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount is the greatest sermon of all time, preached by the greatest man who has ever walk this earth. In Buoyed Up, Pastor Dane Davis takes a closer look at the life-changing first act of this great sermon: The Beatitudes. The Beatitudes are practical, intended to be lived out every day to give your life maximum buoyancy when the world tries to pull you down. So if you’re ready to stay afloat in hard times, rise above mediocrity, and experience some of the greatest blessings of heaven in your corner of the world - it’s time to get Buoyed Up.

In 1925, James Henry Breasted sent a team of archaeologists to the Holy Land to excavate the ancient site of Megiddo - Armageddon in the New Testament. Their excavations made headlines around the world and shed light on one of the most legendary cities of biblical times. Digging Up Armageddon brings to life one of the most important archaeological expeditions ever undertaken, describing the site and what was found there, and providing an up-close look at the internal workings of a dig in the early years of biblical archaeology.

Perhaps of all the books in the New Testament, James most squarely focuses on results. His pull-no-punches approach to spiritual maturity, his preference for action over words, makes his text the perfect backdrop for a study of how to grow in our faith. Beloved author and teacher Warren Wiersbe leads you through this practical book with advice on how to overcome temptation, controlling the tongue, effective prayer, and how to practice what the Bible teaches.

Do you constantly compare yourself with others? On social media, in your neighborhood, at church, or in the school drop-off lane, do you push yourself to prove that you measure up...and then feel ashamed when you don’t? Measuring yourself against others isn’t healthy. And it isn’t God’s plan. In fact, the way of Jesus is completely upside down from this measure-up world. He invites us to follow him and be restored to freedom, confidence, and joy.

In this timely message, Matthew Robert Payne examines the words of Jesus to his disciples in Luke 9:23. “Then He said to them all, ‘If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me.’” Each of these three key points stands as a section heading, and Matthew then expands upon each one with several subheadings.

Learn something new this Christmas as you explore the oft-overlooked characters behind the Christmas story, like the wise men, Simeon, Anna, and Herod. The Characters of Christmas will show you a familiar Jesus from a fresh perspective.

You’ve heard about the rapture. You’ve probably heard about what will happen to the people who are left behind on earth. But did you know the Bible has even more to say about those who will go with Jesus when he comes? The rapture isn’t scary or confusing. For people who believe in Jesus, it will be the best day of their lives, and things will only get better after that. Once we see Jesus, nothing will ever be the same. So look up! Jesus is about to redeem everything about us!

Find hope to keep going even when times are hard when you discover that God never changes, and He is always on your side. In Never Give Up, trusted pastor and bestselling author Max Lucado crafts a powerful narrative underscoring the theme of relentless perseverance and the goodness of God in...

Most of us long to be in control—of our schedule, our relationships, and our future. Newlywed Laura Story thought she had control over the great life ahead of her. After all, she followed Jesus and had a promising new job as a worship leader. Why would God not want to fulfill her dreams? But...

Until the mid-20th century, the heavens were the greatest show on Earth. Ancient people recognized the same constellations we do today, though they understood the signs behind those pictures in the sky in a way that's been lost to us – until now.

As a new mom, I found myself constantly checking my phone, mindlessly scrolling social media, and Google-checking every question that popped into my head. My phone dependency was crippling me with the fear of missing out. My phone addiction resulted in missing the life I wanted. The abundant life Jesus offers. In Chin Up you’ll learn how to: Put your phone down, love God and love people right where you are, open your eyes by applying biblical truths to your daily life, and ready your feet to walk in God’s unique calling and purpose for your life. Chin up.

Stir Up The Gifts is a Biblical study on both books of Timothy. Paul wrote to inspire the young minister in being a leader for a church in Ephesus. God knew that Timothy would deal with a variety of situations and problems. Due to these issues, Paul wrote to the young man for help and instruction. These letters cover everything from how to be a leader, teaching people how to live, navigating societal norms, and being a generally good person in the community. Although this was for Timothy, we, in modern times, can use these letters for our enlightenment as well.

Recording artist and bestselling author Laura Story demonstrates the unexpected joy found when we surrender it all to God and simply give up. It's natural to want to be in control. Most of us can't easily accept the idea of giving up that control. But when your need for peace surpasses your...

Most Christians have never been challenged to grow up because the institutional church is a religion and not the family of God. Most of what is taught about the Bible is taught out of context and the false prophets are multiplying. When will we stop playing church and become the body of Christ that the Father ordained us to be? Who are you and why are you here? This book will challenge you to give up your religion for a true relationship with the God and Father of our Lord Jesus.

Read by the author. 2024 ECPA Christian Living Book of the Year Winner Ever wonder if you’ve stumbled one too many times for God to use someone like you? Could you benefit from an encounter with God’s unending, unbending, unswerving love and devotion? If your answer is yes, it’s time for...

“I just can’t ever seem to shut off my brain and rest.” It's easy to feel paralyzed by uncertainty. We want our questions answered, our decisions affirmed, and our plans applauded. But life doesn't come with an instruction manual and rarely follows a straight path. How would your life...

GOD’S GRACE IS GREATER THAN YOUR BIGGEST SETBACK God enacts his perfect plan through imperfect people—including you and me! In this five-session audio Bible study, you will see how God used Jacob—the misbehaving patriarch who was strong on savvy but weak on conscience—simply because God...

In Ask Jesus, there are a whole lot of us who secretly wonder as to why God doesn’t say yes more often. Statistically, it seems that there are some people who seem to have their prayers answered a lot more often than others. While for others, Heaven seems to be awfully silent toward their hard-pressed requests. By logical deduction you cannot help but wonder, “Does prayer make any difference, does it change things? If so when, or how?" Pastor, teacher, and author James Doss lays out clear biblical principles that helps us to navigate the storms of life.

In Canon Crossfire, retired attorney Matthew Mark McWhorter presents a bold, evidence-based investigation into the Christian biblical canon—one that began in skepticism and ended in an unexpected conversion. Written for critical thinkers, theology buffs, skeptics, and believers alike, this book explores a fundamental question: Did the early Church reject the Catholic “Apocrypha”—or were they always part of authentic Christian Scripture?