Relationships

It is difficult and sometimes frightening not to have the good opinion of others. No one likes to face the possibility of rejection, humiliation, or opposition. Yet, making others' approval our goal confines us to a small world where life consists of pleasing others. Experienced counselor Amy Baker shares that rejection by others is not the whole story. There is a bigger story of God's love for His people. His love...

Pastors and church personnel often struggle to apply intentional and appropriate doses of both biblical grace and stringent accountability to victims and perpetrators of child sexual abuse. Churches can regularly be prone to turn the tables on survivors by applying a heavy dosage of conviction to victims and misguided clemency toward perpetrators. The mishandling of abuse incidents in the church will drive victims...

". . . an important and biblical book about our words and our God. Few of us really think about the power, the blessing, the gift, the effect, and the danger of our words. This book will make you think before you speak. Best of all, it will make you think of him before you speak. Read it. You'll be glad." STEVE BROWN ". . . filled with searching and realistic and honest illustrations . . . coupled with large doses...

30 Day Power of Words Challenge. Words are powerful! They can encourage and strengthen others, heal wounded hearts, honor God, and bring him great delight. Words can also be destructive. An unruly tongue can cause great pain and havoc, damaging lives and grieving the heart of God. The good news is, our tongues can be transformed by the grace of God and the power of His Spirit. In this thirty-day study, you'll...

Revised and updated to reflect the most current psychiatric and psychological industry standards. Psychological terms are used in everyday conversations, and not always with the correct meaning. When a Christian needs to know the practical implications of a term, this book is the most biblical and understandable resource available. The Bible's teaching on each issue is clearly presented, along with extensive...