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 For over three decades LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions-making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies. ''Looking inside ministry, Stevens examines examples of service that were motivated by imagination, passion, faith, hope and love-from ...

Work occupies most of our waking time, whether it is in a factory, office, school, or at home. But unfortunately most people of faith separate their working life from their worshipping life. Dualism is a pernicious heresy that has infected believers worldwide, namely, that church work and missionary service are holy and our everyday work is secular. In this timely volume Stevens explores the connection of the kingdom of God--the master thought...

Work occupies most of our waking time, whether it is in a factory, office, school, or at home. But unfortunately most people of faith separate their working life from their worshipping life. Dualism is a pernicious heresy that has infected believers worldwide, namely, that church work and missionary service are holy and our everyday work is secular. In this timely volume Stevens explores the connection of the kingdom of God--the master thought...

These days, people talk about their schedules filling up 24/7--twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. We wear busyness like a merit badge, as if the more we do, the better we become. But R. Paul Stevens says this is not biblical. Nor is it helpful. For Christians life isn't about checking off "to-do" lists. It's about connecting with God and infiltrating thoughtful, biblical faith into our everyday lives. Sometimes that means activity, bu...

These days, people talk about their schedules filling up 24/7--twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. We wear busyness like a merit badge, as if the more we do, the better we become. But R. Paul Stevens says this is not biblical. Nor is it helpful. For Christians life isn't about checking off "to-do" lists. It's about connecting with God and infiltrating thoughtful, biblical faith into our everyday lives. Sometimes that means activity, bu...

We despise our weaknesses, the apostle Paul delighted in his. We hate hardships and difficulties, Paul welcomed them. We beg God to remove obstacles from our lives, Paul thanked God for such opportunities to experience his power. Throughout 2 Corinthians Paul turns many of our values upside down. He teaches that in all circumstances we can rely on God's promise: 'My grace is sufficient for you.

Starting in Acts 2, these studies look at the end times in the context of both the Old and New Testaments.

Each of us is unique. And each one of us has been invited by God to participate in his kingdom work. Yet many times we hesitate to serve, uncertain of our gifts and of God's purpose for our life.

In every age people have felt sure that the book of Revelation described events in their time. As nations arm themselves for war, we think of Armageddon.

Starting in Acts 2, these studies look at the end times in the context of both the Old and New Testaments. You will be inspired to holy living, you will be motivated to share the good news of Jesus, daily work will be seen as a meaningful contribution to the kingdom of God. And you will see that the future is ultimately in God's hands.

Christians have likely been struggling with the place of business in the life of faith ever since Paul's days as a tentmaker. Just how do the spheres of private devotion and public business intersect in a meaningful way? Paul Stevens has been exploring this question since his earliest working days in his father's steel business. His Doing God's Business tells how readers can find lasting and satisfying meaning for marketplace involvement in th...

Adam and Eve worked. Jacob and Joseph worked. So did Ruth, David, Daniel, Jonah, Martha, Priscilla and Aquila, Paul and most people in the Old and New Testaments. In Work Matters marketplace theology expert R. Paul Stevens revisits more than twenty biblical accounts from Genesis to Revelation exploring through them the theological meaning of every sort of work, manual or intellectual, domestic or commercial. Taken together, his short, pithy re...

This study guide focuses on such issues as workplace ethics, success and prosperity, creativity, rest, the value of homemaking, and meaningful ministry.

This book draws on a rich understanding of social process, leadership styles, and systems theory to offer ten specific ways in which equipping pastors can empower the laity for mission.

Looking inside ministry specifically, R. Paul Stevens examines examples of service that were motivated by imagination, passion, faith, hope and love--from Genesis to Revelation. Out of these ten-session LifeGuide(R) Bible Study you will discover how to live and serve wholeheartedly. No matter what your profession, you are a full time minister of Jesus Christ.

Your emotions are soaring with the thrill of new love, exciting dreams, and a growing anticipation of one of the biggest events of your life. This is a time to enjoy. But it?

Live your biblical faith seven days a week. These days, people talk about their schedules filling up 24/7-twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. We wear busyness like a merit badge, as if the more we do, the better we become. But R. Paul Stevens says that's not biblical. For Christians, life isn't about checking off "to-do" lists. It's about connecting with God and infiltrating thoughtful, biblical faith into our everyday lives. Sometimes...

Instead of regarding work as a diversion from the spiritual life, R. Paul Stevens and Alvin Ung are convinced that it is an arena and an incentive for spiritual growth. However, they acknowledge that this is not without its challenges.Work in Progress examines life in the workplace through an innovative exploration of both the seven deadly sins and the ninefold fruit of the Spirit. This approach provides a framework to reveal how the Spirit ha...

* Ten studies for individuals or groups * Part of the best-selling LifeBuilder series * Includes leader's notes * Includes spaces for your own notes