As We Gather To Pray

Author : Clayton L. Morris,Marilyn L. Haskel
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2000-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780898697063

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As We Gather to Pray by Clayton L. Morris,Marilyn L. Haskel Pdf

The thirteen fascinating essays in this book bring together theoretical articles and practical planning strategies to create a how-to guide for worship. The editors have compiled the work of eighteen lay people and clergy actively serving the Church today in a variety of ministries. Article topics include style in worship, liturgical space, the role of the arts, dance, small church issues, etc. The planning strategies describe how to form a parish worship committee, to evaluate worship, to welcome children, to design service leaflets, to compose intercessions, to celebrate the Triduum, etc. The book carries the publisher's permission for non-commercial reprinting of articles for local parish use. It is ideal for instruction or discussion in the worship committee or parish study groups.

Author : Carl Koch
Publisher : Saint Mary's Press
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2000-09-16
Category : Prayers
ISBN : 9780884894964

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As We Gather, as We Part by Carl Koch Pdf

Touching on ten themes essential to Christian life, these 150 prayers are designed to help begin or end a meeting, a community event, or any other type of gathering.

Author : James G. Kirk
Publisher : Westminster John Knox Press
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2001-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0664501141

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When We Gather by James G. Kirk Pdf

When We Gather is an essential resource for pastors, worship committees, and others who plan weekly congregational worship. For every Sunday in the church year, James Kirk provides contemporary, theologically solid prayers and other elements for use in worship. Included are prayers of praise and adoration, confession and pardon, dedication, thanksgiving and petition, as well as concise comments on the lectionary Scripture readings for each Sunday. Now expanded and updated to conform to the Revised Common Lectionary, this revised edition of When We Gather combines the original three-volume set into a single handy volume covering all of the Sundays in lectionary cycles A, B, and C.

Author : Marshall Segal
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2017-06-20
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433555480

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Not Yet Married by Marshall Segal Pdf

Life Is Never Mainly About Love and Marriage. So Learn to Live and Date for More. Many of you grew up assuming that marriage would meet all of your needs and unlock God's purposes for you. But God has far more planned for you than your future marriage. Not Yet Married is not about waiting quietly in the corner of the world for God to bring you "the one," but about inspiring you to live and date for more now. If you follow Jesus, the search for a spouse is no longer a pursuit of the perfect person, but a pursuit of more of God. He will likely write a love story for you different than the one you would write for yourself, but that's because he loves you and knows how to write a better story. This book was written to help you find real hope, happiness, and purpose in your not-yet-married life.

Author : Roger Carswell
Publisher : Inter-Varsity Press
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1993-10-22
Category : Good and evil
ISBN : 9781844743537

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Where Is God in a Messed-Up World? by Roger Carswell Pdf

If God exists, and really is a God of love, then why doesn't he stop the suffering and problems in our world? Roger Carswell is realistic enough to admit that there are things God reveals to us, and things he doesn't reveal. He argues that the starting point is to find out who God is, and figure out if he can be trusted - even if we don't have all the answers. 'God has not only been faithful to me, he has been overwhelmingly kind, incredibly merciful, consistently good and unbelievably patient,' says Roger. The author's own experience of suffering with depression, and other real-life stories that are included, make this a compassionate look at one of the toughest questions about the Christian faith. Moreover, our questioning need not be a barrier to entrusting ourselves to God.

Author : Megan Hill
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 111 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2016-04-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433550546

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Praying Together by Megan Hill Pdf

Nearly all Christians would affirm the centrality of prayer for a healthy Christian life. And yet, for many, prayer is often a challenge, requiring intense personal commitment and self-discipline. However, as Megan Hill points out in Praying Together, our normal approach to prayer leaves out a crucial component: other people. While personal prayer is important, God designed the church to be a community of believers who regularly pray together. Exploring the Bible's rich teaching on what it means to gather at God's throne with one voice, Hill lays a theological foundation for corporate prayer and offers practical guidance for making it a reality—in our families, churches, and communities.

Author : James G. Kirk
Publisher : Westminster John Knox Press
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1985-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0664246524

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When We Gather: Year C by James G. Kirk Pdf

Author : Zac M. Hicks
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2023-08-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310145097

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Before We Gather by Zac M. Hicks Pdf

A 52-week devotional for ministry leaders and worship teams to prepare their hearts and minds for the service and make the worship experience of their church more meaningful. Anyone involved in organized worship has probably seen what worship can be, and they've wondered: How can we tap into that transformative spirit more often? How can we overcome the problems of urgency, fatigue, and the temptation to just go through the motions? How can we gather before God, consistently ready to receive his presence? In Before We Gather, Zac Hicks—author of the best-selling book The Worship Pastor—provides a unique, year-long devotional that focuses the attention of worship teams and individuals on God. This book offers biblical reflection in a simple, engaging style, helping worship teams set the tone of a gathering by developing a rich theology of worship through the practice of prayer. Full of field-tested devotionals specifically designed for pre-service prayer times, each entry has a simple, three-part format: read a passage, reflect on it, and then spend time in focused prayer that will propel worshipers into the service. The 52 entries can be used once a week over the course of an entire year and are also indexed according to themes, individual Scripture verses, and the church calendar, allowing you to adapt and use this resource in the way that best fits your context.

Author : Jim Cymbala
Publisher : HarperChristian Resources
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2018-01-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310694878

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Life-Changing Prayer Bible Study Guide by Jim Cymbala Pdf

Discover how prayer can completely transform your life and put you in the presence of God's throne of grace. Hebrews 4:16 says you can always "approach God's throne of grace with confidence," knowing that you will "receive mercy and find grace" to help you in your time of need. That promise is so immense it's difficult for us to understand. In this six-session video-based Bible study (DVD/digital video sold separately), Pastor Jim Cymbala explores how God promises in his Word to always hear you, answer you, and extend his mercy when you come to him. As you pray with faith, he will provide his perfect peace and "meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory" (Philippians 4:19). You will find that approaching God's throne of grace will change your life and circumstances like nothing else--and that when you and other believers call on his name, powerful things happen in the world! Featuring teachings by Jim Cymbala and interviews with ordinary people who received extraordinary answers to their prayers, this study includes video teaching notes, Bible exploration questions, and personal study and reflection materials for in-between group sessions. Sessions include: The Throne of Grace Receiving Mercy Perfect Peace from God Praying with Faith God Brings the Answer The Church that Prays Together Designed for use with the Life-Changing Prayer Video Study (sold separately).

Author : James G. Kirk
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0664245536

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When We Gather: Year B by James G. Kirk Pdf

Author : Chris Webb
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2017-09-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830892488

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God-Soaked Life by Chris Webb Pdf

God's presence permeates our lives and activities. His song of delight reverberates throughout all he has created. As we open our ears to that song, we hear the truth of the gospel spoken to our hearts: the kingdom of God has come to us. Chris Webb, an Anglican priest and retreat house director, wants us all to enter into that kingdom and to experience its freedom. Written with verve, depth, and uncontainable joy, God-Soaked Life invites us to live in the reality of God's presence in our everyday lives. It's an invitation into the community of God's people, into fearless honesty about our own weaknesses and failures, into the daily experience of God through silence, Scripture, and prayer, and into a new life of love and service in the broken world around us. God's kingdom is not far away, a remote and future promise. It is here, now.

Author : Gregory Wolfe,Suzanne M. Wolfe
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0345417178

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Circle of Grace by Gregory Wolfe,Suzanne M. Wolfe Pdf

This essential handbook for parents provides reassuring guidance on how to integrate prayer into a busy home life, with more than 400 prayers and blessings for all occasions. 448 p.

Author : Oxford University Press
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 810 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1993-11-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780199796069

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The 1928 Book of Common Prayer by Oxford University Press Pdf

The 1928 Book of Common Prayer is a treasured resource for traditional Anglicans and others who appreciate the majesty of King James-style language. This classic edition features a Presentation section containing certificates for the rites of Baptism, Confirmation, and Marriage. The elegant burgundy hardcover binding is embossed with a simple gold cross, making it an ideal choice for both personal study and gift-giving. The 1928 Book of Common Prayer combines Oxford's reputation for quality construction and scholarship with a modest price - a beautiful prayer book and an excellent value.

Author : Ryan M. McGraw
Publisher : Reformation Heritage Books
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2017-03-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781601785060

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How Should We Pray at Prayer Meetings? by Ryan M. McGraw Pdf

Prayer meetings are a vital aspect to the life and ministry of the church. But experience shows that taking prayer requests and conducting Bible study often crowd out time for actual prayer. In this booklet, Ryan McGraw highlights common pitfalls experienced in prayer meetings and offers practical remedies. By giving careful attention to the relationship between participants and the best manner of using our time, our prayer meetings can be better suited to glorify God, advance the gospel, and edify the saints.

Author : Chris Webb
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2011-11-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830869589

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The Fire of the Word by Chris Webb Pdf

The Bible has the astounding power to transform lives. The stories of people like Francis of Assisi, Antony of Egypt, Augustine of Hippo, Martin Luther and Martin Luther King Jr. vividly demonstrate this. Why aren't more of us transformed by Scripture today? Too often we study biblical texts without believing that God truly inhabits this book. Scripture seeks to capture our minds, not merely educate them. In these pages Chris Webb explains that we can transform our Christian life by reading as lovers rather than as theorists. This is possible by coming to the text prayerfully, expectantly, in humility and empty-handed. When we open the Bible, it does not say to us, "Listen: God is there!" Instead, the voice of the Spirit whispers through each line, "Look: I am here." Reading the Bible this way can reconfigure the habits of your heart, refresh your imagination and memory, reshape and redeem your emotions, realign your reality individually and communally for kingdom life, and take us beyond the Bible into a renewed way of life. Here is the work of today—which is also the work of the whole of life—to open your heart afresh to the living Word of God.