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Faith in the Storm: Finding Hope in the Book of Job - Bible Studies, Sermons, and Worship Liturgies A Complete Preaching and Worship Resource for Churches Navigating Suffering and Uncertainty When life's storms strike without warning and suffering defies explanation, where do we turn? The Book of Job offers no easy answers—but it provides something better: a pathway through honest grief toward enduring faith. Faith in the Storm is a comprehensive pastoral resource that transforms Job's ancient witness into contemporary hope. Pastor Jon Burnham weaves together ready-to-preach sermons, in-...

The Garden Within: A Contemplative Journey Through the Fruits of the Spirit What if the fruits of the Spirit aren't just virtues to achieve, but a garden God is growing in you? Most of us know Galatians 5:22-23 by heart. Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. We've heard sermons, read devotionals, and tried harder to be more patient with our teenagers, more joyful during difficult seasons, more self-controlled when anxiety whispers at 3 AM. But trying harder doesn't make fruit grow. Gardens don't bloom through willpower. This book offers ...

Step into the world of Amos Bronson Alcott—visionary teacher, social reformer, and father of Louisa May Alcott—through the lens of his profound Christian spirituality. The Spiritual Journey: Bronson Alcott’s Transcendental Theology invites readers to explore a man whose faith was both deeply rooted in the life of Jesus Christ and unafraid to engage with the intellectual and cultural revolutions of nineteenth-century America. In this fourth volume of the Christian Spirituality series, pastor and author Jon Burnham brings Alcott’s life and thought into sharp focus, revealing a ...

In the bustling streets of medieval Lisbon, a young man named Fernando dreams not of power or wealth, but of a purpose that transcends the limits of earthly ambition. Divine Union tells the story of this humble soul, who would become St. Anthony of Padua, one of the most revered saints in history. Through his journey, Anthony's life becomes a testament to divine love, extraordinary miracles, and the transformative bond shared with his guardian angel, Valéria da Graça. Haunted by the sacrifice of Franciscan martyrs, Fernando leaves behind his privileged life and joins the Franciscan Order,...

In the 17th century, within the quiet stone walls of a Franciscan convent in Ágreda, Spain, an extraordinary story unfolded. María de Jesús de Ágreda, known to history as The Lady in Blue, was no ordinary nun. While bound to the cloistered life of prayer and contemplation, María’s spirit was anything but confined. She possessed a miraculous gift—bilocation—the ability to be in two places at once. Guided by the mysterious angel Azul, María’s spiritual journey took her far beyond the convent walls. From the quietude of her cell, she found herself transported across the vast ...

Discover the Prayer That Can Reshape Your Entire Life — and Learn How to Live It One Line at a Time. Living the Lord’s Prayer: A Group Study and Daily Devotional on the Words of Jesus is an immersive, Scripture-rich guide for anyone seeking a deeper, more practical prayer life. Whether you’re exploring how to pray, leading a small group Bible study, or longing for spiritual renewal, this book helps you connect with the Lord’s Prayer in a way that is personal, powerful, and rooted in daily discipleship.Jesus didn’t give us this prayer to recite mindlessly. He gave it to form us—...

"Thomas Aquinas’s Angelology in Action" offers a captivating exploration of the celestial beings that bridge the divine and the earthly. Drawing on the profound insights of St. Thomas Aquinas, this book unveils the rich tapestry of angelology, delving into the nature, hierarchy, and roles of angels in the grand cosmic order. From the fiery Seraphim and wise Cherubim to guardian angels who walk beside us, Aquinas’s theology illuminates these radiant minds as messengers, protectors, and agents of God’s providence. Blending medieval theology with timeless spiritual truths, this book ...

Step into the life of Padre Pio, a humble friar whose unwavering faith and profound spiritual gifts transcended the boundaries of the ordinary world. In this contemplative and inspiring novel, journey through the imagined exercises and deep experiences that shaped Padre Pio's remarkable ability to bilocate—an extraordinary gift that allowed him to be in two places at once. Set against the backdrop of World War II, this story delves into the mystical dimensions of faith, humility, and the incredible possibilities that arise when one is deeply connected to the divine. Through intimate ...

Unlock the timeless wisdom of Jesus' parables with Jesus' Parables: Bible Studies, Sermons, Poetic Pearls, and Sacred Stories. This dynamic collection by The Rev. Dr. Jon Burnham delves deep into the spiritual and moral lessons embedded in these ancient stories, offering modern interpretations that resonate in today's world. Whether you're seeking personal growth, deeper faith, or ways to connect with others, this book provides a transformative journey through the teachings of Christ. Through engaging Bible studies, heartfelt sermons, and evocative poems, Burnham brings these parables to ...

The Open Church: Faith That Welcomes Questions In a world where faith is often treated as a fortress of certainty, The Open Church invites readers into a different kind of Christianity—one that welcomes questions, embraces growth, and seeks deeper truth. For too long, many churches have feared doubt, intellectual inquiry, and theological exploration. But true faith is not fragile—it is strengthened through wrestling with questions, engaging new ideas, and refining our beliefs. In this bold and thought-provoking book, The Open Church challenges the idea that questioning is a threat to ...

Heaven's Guardians: The Role of Angels in the Bible by Rev. Dr. Jon Burnham is an illuminating, scripture-rich exploration that brings readers face-to-face with the divine mystery and powerful reality of angelic beings. Combining pastoral wisdom, rigorous biblical scholarship, historical insights, and inspiring reflections, this book reveals the profound role angels have played—and continue to play—in God's eternal plan for humanity. Who are the heavenly beings described so vividly throughout Scripture? How do Seraphim, Cherubim, and Archangels impact our lives today? From the fiery ...

Whispers of Grace: A Disciple's Conversations with the Holy Spirit during Lent and Holy Week Experience Lent and Holy Week through intimate dialogue with the Holy Spirit in this transformative devotional that invites you into the sacred journey from wilderness to resurrection. Through fourteen carefully crafted conversations, you'll discover how divine love speaks into our deepest questions, doubts, and longings. Join the Disciple's honest exchanges with the Holy Spirit as together they explore: The Desert's Invitation - finding purpose in spiritual wilderness The Gift of Tears - ...

Under a sky brimming with ancient starlight, The Star Blanket weaves a tale of unity, love, and the delicate dance between two worlds. In the untamed lands of 1786 Southwest Territory, modern day West Tennessee, Alana, a gifted Chickasaw weaver, creates a masterpiece unlike any other—a blanket of constellations that hums with hidden power. But when a desperate settler boy named Jack steals the blanket, threads of destiny unravel, binding their fates to a mystical journey. Guided by a Faery Hat gifted by a Wood Elf, Jack discovers a shimmering world layered atop his own, where he meets ...

REDISCOVER THE HEART OF ADVENT WORSHIP AND REFLECTION Advent is a season of anticipation, reflection, and hope—a time to prepare for the celebration of Christ's birth and the fulfillment of God's promises. This book is a guide to deepen your spiritual journey through meaningful worship and thoughtful Bible study. Whether you’re leading a congregation, participating in a small group, or engaging in personal devotion, this resource offers everything needed to make Advent truly impactful. PART ONE: ADULT BIBLE STUDY The Adult Bible Study provides a four-week exploration of Advent’s ...

What if stewardship wasn't about guilt, but grace? Not about scarcity, but abundance? Not about what you must give up, but what you've already received? Kingdom Stewardship takes you deep into Jesus' Sermon on the Mount to discover a revolutionary approach to living. Over seven transformative weeks, Pastor Jon Burnham unpacks how Jesus reimagines everything we think we know about blessing, influence, resources, relationships, prayer, and trust. This isn't another stewardship campaign toolkit trying to squeeze donations from reluctant congregations. This is a comprehensive spiritual resource...

The Poet, The Guardian, and The Ghost In The Poet, The Guardian, and The Ghost, journey to Richmond, Virginia, in 1849, where Edgar Allan Poe stands at the brink of triumph and collapse. At the height of his poetic powers, Poe is haunted by lost love and a looming future. Under Richmond's moonlit cemetery, reality blurs with the supernatural, and Poe’s fate becomes intertwined with beings who refuse to let him succumb to despair. A peculiar leprechaun stands vigil over Poe, an exiled creature driven by curiosity. Neither entirely benevolent nor wholly sinister, he is bound to Poe, ...

In a world alive with unseen forces, Hidden Struggle: Jesus, Angels, and Demons in Light of Enoch invites you to explore the spiritual battleground that shaped Jesus’s ministry. Drawing from the ancient Book of Enoch and the vibrant narratives of the Gospels, this book uncovers how first-century Jewish culture understood angels, demons, and the cosmic struggle between good and evil. Step into the dusty roads and crowded markets of Galilee, where Jesus confronted rebellious spirits and restored broken lives. Each encounter reveals His power to dismantle spiritual oppression and heal ...

Discover the sacred rhythms of solitude, vision, and transformation through the lens of the INFJ personality. In this deeply insightful workbook, Pastor Jon invites you on a unique journey weaving the lives of two profound spiritual seekers—Jesus of Nazareth and Siddhartha, the timeless character from Hermann Hesse’s classic novel. Both embody the rare and richly intuitive INFJ spirit, marked by deep empathy, restless seeking, and visionary insight. Explore how Jesus’ patterns of early prayer, withdrawal, and compassionate ministry mirror Siddhartha’s inner quest, teaching the power...

When You Choose Silence is an invitation into the deep waters of contemplative spirituality—a journey that slows the noise, softens the hurry, and makes room for God’s presence. In a restless age filled with distraction, this book reintroduces the ancient Christian practice of sacred silence as the fertile ground where faith grows strong, wounds begin to heal, and the soul learns again to listen. Drawing on the wisdom of contemplative Christianity, the Desert Fathers, and the rhythms of Benedictine contemplative life, the pages open a way toward a quieter, steadier faith. This is not a ...

The Night the Star Appeared: Memories of the Myrrh Magi In a time when the heavens spoke and the stars guided the wise, one man’s journey would change the course of history. Step into the sandals of Mazdak, a revered Magi from ancient Persia, as he embarks on a divine quest that leads him to the humble manger in Bethlehem. Guided by prophecy, dreams, and the angel Gabriel, Mazdak brings a gift of myrrh—a symbol of both mortality and divinity—to the newborn king. But this journey is more than a quest to honor a child. It is a pilgrimage of the soul, filled with challenges, revelations,...