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 By Dallas Willard
At a time when popular atheism books are talking about the irrationality of believing in God, Willard makes a rigorous intellectual case for why it makes sense to believe in God and in Jesus the Son. A professor at the University of Southern California's School of Philosophy, Willard attempts to demonstrate how knowledge and faith can support each other. Christian discipleship, as the author sees it, includes such crucial elements as humility, intent to be inwardly transformed, the practice of the presence of Christ and obedience. The book is a mental workout—even the questions at the end of the chapters are challenging. Woven through with the ideas of classical and contemporary philosophers, theologians and sociologists, this volume will engage readers who are willing to follow Willard on his self-assured way, and trust him as a guide. Editorial Review - Publishers Weekly vol. 256 iss. 19 p. 47 (c) 05/11/2009. (Google Books)
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By R. T. Kendall
Kendall has given us a treasure…the hope and possibility of experiencing incredible freedom and peace that can only come when we walk in total forgiveness.
One of the core messages of the gospel is that of total forgiveness … not only that we can be totally forgiven by God, but also that we must, in turn, totally forgive others. Our culture is bound up in bitterness, resentment, and the wounds inflicted upon us by others. This revised and updated best seller lovingly challenges us to look within and root out those hidden and hardened places where subtle resentments and areas of unforgiveness have been allowed to remain. (Google Books)
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 Never before has an expert defined the steps toward self-fulfillment and satisfying relationships with such clear, insightful, and easy-to-follow guidelines.
In Changes That Heal, Dr. Henry Cloud, a renowned clinical psychologist, combines his expertise, well-developed faith, and keen understanding of human nature in a four-step program of healing and growth. Dr. Cloud's down-to-earth plan shows you how to: bond with others to form truly intimate relationships, separate from others and develop a sense of self, understand the good and bad in yourself and others, and grow emotionally and spiritually toward adulthood. Filled with fascinating case studies and helpful, easy-to-adopt techniques, Changes That Heal offers sound advice that helps you get the most out of your life, heal the wounds of your past, and build lasting, loving relationships. Also mentioned in the Shalom series: Boundaries, When to say yes, when to say no
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 BOOK: Boundaries, When to Say Yes, When to Say No, by Henry Cloud and John Townsend
Recommended reading during part 2 of the Shalom Series - A great perspective on how to have that difficult conversation you've been avoiding and how to set healthy boundaries to improve relationships.
In Boundaries Face to Face, authors Cloud and Townsend take the principles from their best-selling book Boundaries and apply them to a variety of the most common difficult situations and relationships. They know that setting healthy boundaries improves relationships and have discovered that uncomfortable -- even dangerous -- situations can often be avoided or resolved through direct conversation. But most of us don't know how to go about having difficult conversations. We see confrontation as scary or adversarial. We're afraid to ask a boss for a raise or talk to a relative about a drinking problem, or even address a relational conflict with a spouse or someone we are dating. |
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In A Hunger for GOD, John Piper invites us to sharpen our appetite for God by drawing closer to him through simple fasting with accompanying prayer.
Our appetites dictate the direction of our lives--whether it be the cravings of our stomachs, the passionate desire for possessions or power, or the longings of our spirits for God. But for the Christian, the hunger for anything besides God can be an arch-enemy. While our hunger for God--and Him alone--is the only thing that will bring victory.
You can get the 228-page online PDF of the book for free from DesiringGod.org, or pick up a copy at your favorite bookstore.
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MCC Event Calendar
Upcoming events
- The Well
September 08, 2010 (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
The Well is a weekly time to be refreshed through worship, the Word prayer and contemplation.- Friday Men's Study
September 10, 2010 (6:30 am)
Bible Study and Fellowship
- MCC - Sunday Service
September 12, 2010 (10:00 am)
Erin Page, one of our members, will look at some old leaders of Israel and how they experienced God as a fortress and safe tower.- JOY in the Morning kick-off
September 14, 2010 (9:30 am - 10:30 am)
Women's bible study. Child care available
- The Well
September 15, 2010 (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
The Well is a weekly time to be refreshed through worship, the Word prayer and contemplation.- Men's Retreat
September 17, 2010(0:00 - midnight) - September 19, 2010 (1:00 am)
Location: Higher Ground Retreat Center
- Friday Men's Study
September 17, 2010 (6:30 am)
Bible Study and Fellowship
- Speaking the Truth in Love
September 18, 2010 (8:00 am - 9:00 am)
- MCC - Sunday Service
September 19, 2010 (10:00 am)
Erin Page, one of our members, will look at some old leaders of Israel and how they experienced God as a fortress and safe tower.- The Well
September 22, 2010 (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
The Well is a weekly time to be refreshed through worship, the Word prayer and contemplation.
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