Church Rocks

They say there’s no such thing as a perfect church. Well, one author decided to test that theory out for himself. Peter DeHaan spent an entire year roaming from one church to another, visiting 52 different Christian congregations. In the process he learned what makes these places of worship unique, what makes newcomers feel like they belong, and what cringe-worthy shenanigans are guaranteed to keep visitors from ever coming back. In his travels, Peter learned about different denominations and worship styles as well as what happens when imperfect humans gather together in the name of a ...

A geologist’s revelatory invitation to discover how our planet’s seemingly inert bones pulse with unexpected vitality If you listen, can you hear the stones speak? The question seems absurd. After all, rocks are lifeless, inert, and silent. In The Whispers of Rock, earth scientist...

When Lalibela, Priest King of Ethiopia, is murdered at the hands of his jealous step-brother and step-sister, and buried in the cleft of a rock face, he has a vision of the Archangel Michael, who instructs him how to build ten churches. Lalibela must rise from the dead in order to fulfill his mission of building the ten rock-hewn churches.

Contemporary Christian music-it is the innovation of the hour in our age of church history. It has taken the Bible believing church by storm. When a fundamental church institutes CCM as it’s musical style, it always moves into the new evangelical hemisphere. Where CCM comes, new evangelicalism follows, as certainly as the tail follows the dog. Reverent worship disappears, sound doctrine declines, and the holy living is despised. Why does this happen? This wonderfully written book will give you the answer. Missionary Spencer Smith confronts the issues with a loving approach that instructs ...

For over two thousand years, the Catholic Church has relied on both Holy Scriptures and its Living Tradition to explain the Word of God. This highly readable and informative history of that amazing tradition recounts the major schisms, heresies, and slanders that were aimed at the Church in each danger-filled generation and how the Church countered those attacks. No student of the Catholic Church can ignore its traditions and its need for a teaching authority—a Magisterium. From the Fathers of the Church to recent popes, from Doctors of the Church to its saints, the human race has ...

Build an unshakeable foundation of faith grounded solely in the King James Bible. "A Solid Rock Foundation: Strength for the Storms Ahead" equips serious Bible students with the tools to discover biblical truth for themselves, free from the potentially distorting lens of institutional church doctrines. Author David Michael Curtis introduces the Sentinel Threefold System (UAD)—Uncovering Philosophical Fallacies, Analyzing Logical Fallacies, and Defending Truth through the KJV Topical Bible Study Method—a rigorous approach designed to provide certainty and assurance based on God's Word ...

This engaging and inspirational book by Carl Lentz, the rock star pastor of Hillsong NYC, shows us the way toward a more connected, spiritually-grounded, and fulfilled life. When you think of a Christian pastor, you probably don’t envision a tattooed thirty-something who wears a motorcycle...

After making an unexpected connection with God via a mysterious self-help book and a 1-800 number, one man embarks on an unlikely spiritual quest in this “remarkably creative” (Kirkus Reviews) novel from Grammy Award–winning musician and New York Times bestselling author Rick Springfield...

No matter your season of life as a woman, you long to be loved and appreciated. But perhaps most days you're left feeling unseen, unheard, or unknown. Though centuries apart from your life today, the women who knew Jesus faced similar fears and insecurities. Their names aren't etched onto the pages of Scripture, but they are etched into the heart of God. In this book, Paige Allen invites you to take a second look at the life-changing encounters of seven unnamed women who came face-to-face with Jesus in the Bible.

Hope Anderson’s heart is finally starting to thaw. Even Tommy Love’s is melting around the edges. They both want Rainbow Lake Lodge. Only one of them can have it. For Hope, reopening the lodge and seeing it bubbling with families, children, and laughter again means new life. It’s the only way she can honor her late husband's legacy. For Tommy Lubinski of Tommy Love and the Love Notes fame, Rainbow Lake means coming home - peace, quiet, seclusion - and a second chance at stardom. Once he’s bulldozed the lodge and built his dream house overlooking the lake, everything will be perfect....

Online church is the new front door to visitors. Is your church connecting effectively with people behind the screen? When the pandemic forced congregations to set up online services in record time, people thought it would be temporary. But for too many, online church has become a staple, the new front door for visitors. But what does this mean for congregations who struggle to effectively reach online guests? Is it possible to create a connected virtual experience that fosters Christian community and enhances our faith? In Visiting Online Church: A Journey Exploring Effective Digital ...

Delve into the profound teachings of Jesus with "The Gospel According to Matthew:" This essential guide is meticulously crafted for both new and seasoned believers, offering a chapter-by-chapter exploration of the first book of the New Testament. "The Gospel of Matthew" provides: Accessible Insights: Unpack complex themes like the Kingdom of Heaven, the Sermon on the Mount, and the parables of Jesus with clear, easy-to-understand commentary. Historical Context: Gain a deeper appreciation for Matthew's message by understanding the historical and cultural backdrop of first-century Judaism. ...

Are Your Faith Practices Stuck in a Rut? Discover how the vibrant, dynamic energy of the early church can ignite your faith journey today. In Acts Bible Study, take a transformative 40-day exploration of the fascinating narrative penned by Doctor Luke. Who better to guide us than the only non-Jewish writer in the New Testament? Luke’s unique perspective offers invaluable insights for today’s believers navigating faith in a complex world. As you journey through the Book of Acts, you’ll uncover powerful lessons on perseverance, community, and the work of the Holy Spirit that resonate ...

An investigation into the lost treasures of Jesse James and the Freemasons and their connections to the Templars, Rosicrucians, and the Founding Fathers Explains how Jesse James used techniques involving sacred geometry, gematria, and esoteric symbols to hide his treasures and encode maps...

In this “powerful story about the healing every man needs” (John Eldredge, New York Times bestselling author), a near-fatal attack by an enraged grizzly bear leads to an unexpected encounter with God for alpha male Greg Matthews. Greg Matthews was the ultimate poster-boy for masculinity...

The acclaimed novel of the early years after the Resurrection, and the power of a Gospel, a Church, and a new World, is now available in a convenient ebook edition. Walter F. Murphy, author of the bestselling novel The 'Vicar of Christ,' engages the epic grandeur of the Resurrection and the heroic struggle of Simon Peter to spread the good word that the kingdom of God is at hand. His journey is harrowing: he flees from Jerusalem to Galilee and, after further fascinating travels, finally arrives in Nero's Rome. The story unfolds in epic scope filtered through the skeptical but insightful ...

It's been two years since Hezekiah McCoy became the senior pastor of Holy Rock, and Hezekiah, First Lady Fancy McCoy and their sons are certainly shaking things up. Frequent and lavish vacations, a new and much larger house, and what seems like a never ending flow of cash, the McCoys are enjoying the tremendous favor of God, or could there be some other reason for their rapidly growing success? Stiles' decision to leave Holy Rock and relocate to Houston, Texas enables him to start slowly healing emotionally. He becomes the pastor of a small congregation and is moving on with his life. When ...

From the lonely heights of mountains to the womblike depths of caves, stone has always drawn us in. In The Spirit of Stone, Wyl Menmuir explores the many ways in which rock and earth form part of our identities, histories, and futures. Across Britain and Ireland, rock is everywhere beneath our...

WHAT ARE YOU EXPECTING? Your answer to that questions determines how much God can do in you, through you, and for you. If you think little, believe little, pray little, and expect little, you'll receive little. But if you think big, believe big, pray big, and expect big, you'll receive big. It's all up to you. God's plans for your life are too good and too important for you to settle for little.

When you ask people the question, you usually get many different answers. Some see God as an authoritarian leader or dictator, others see Him as aloof and distant. Still, others see Him as a father figure concerned with even the smallest details of their lives. Whatever your view of God may be, it matters. In God is For You, David Blunt explains that in order for God to do the good things He wants to do in your life, you must have the right perspective of Him.