Velvet Elvis

~~$14.99~~ $13.47 -- Original and refreshingly personal perspectives on what Christianity is really about.

God never changes, nor do the central truths of Christianity. But our understanding of those truths is in constant flux. Christians will always be exploring and discovering what it means to live in harmony with God and each other.

We know there�s something more. We sense it, we feel it, and we want it. But how do we find it�a spirituality that stands up to the questions of an honest, searching mind?

�This book is for those who need a fresh take on Jesus and what it means for us to live the kind of life he teaches us to live,� writes Rob Bell. �This pursuit of Jesus is leading us backward as much as forward � I am learning that what seems brand new is often just the discovery of something that has been there all along� it just got lost somewhere and it needs to be picked up, dusted off, and reclaimed.�

�We have to test everything,� writes Bell. �Do that to this book. Don�t swallow it uncritically. Think about it. Wrestle with it. Just because I�m a Christian and I�m trying to articulate a Christian worldview doesn�t mean I�ve got it nailed. I�m contributing to the discussion. God has spoken, and the rest is commentary, right?�

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Answers for Preschoolers
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Bible Lands Activity Maps -- This is a temporary markdown due to overstock. Contains 6 large-scale outline maps, plus the Mark-It Timeline of History. The maps include - Israel Ancient Civilizations, Eastern Mediterranean, Europe and the Middle East Recommended for use with the Trail Guide to Bible Geography. All age levels

Bible Timeline Figures CD Rom -- Over 300 color biblical timeline figures are ready for print out from any home computer with CD-ROM player. The figures are appealing in art style, simple to use and greatly increase understanding of the flow of biblical events. Includes figures on - all of your favorite Bible stories and characters each book of the Bible bonus story line figures that encourage learners to tell the story in their own words. Enhance any study of Bible, biblical history and geography, and perfect . . .

Bibleopoly -- A board game patterned after the popular game, Monopoly �, however, instead of building houses and hotels, you build a church. You can only build one church by helping your opponent build theirs in New Testament cities. This is a wonderful way to review the New Testament, encourage sharing, and teach the value of thinking of others.Taking the opposite approach to other board games of competition, this focuses on giving instead of taking. WARNING CHOKING HAZARD: Small Parts. Not for Children . . .

Big Thoughts for Little Thinkers: The Scripture -- The most foundational teachings of the Christian faith are presented in the Big Thoughts for Little Thinkers series at a level preschool and elementary children can understand. In simple and precise language, God-centered theology is promoted, giving children a firm foundation in God�s timeless truth. The Scripture teaches children that the Word of God is true, inspired, reliable, and profitable to lead them to God and a life of godliness. This book is a tool to help youngsters . . .

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Church Chuckles -- Dick Hafer has compiled a collection of his best-loved cartoons in one book, Church Chuckles, to remind us of the occasional silliness that creeps into all denominations. This book is for anyone who likes to laugh and see the humor in things.9780892213047

Compact Guide to World Religions -- Keys to understanding our shrinking world. A generation ago almost everyone a Christian encountered went to church--or at least knew he or she should. Today, with the world at America's doorstep, evangelical Christians more than ever need to understand their neighbors and their changing beliefs. The Compact Guide to World Religions is a complete, easy-to-use handbook of the origins, basic beliefs, and evangelistic challenges and opportunities of the world's major religions in clear, easy-to-use . . .

Discovering How We Got the Bible, 2nd Ed. -- Ever wonder just how this best-seller ever came together? This 32 lesson workbook includes word lists, activities, and unit review tests. A glossary and answer key is provided in the back. Your student will learn how the Bible came to be while studying various historical facts. This book can be used by two different age groups. In the front of the book is directions for 4th - 8th grade. And I'm sure you'll learn something, too. Can you say "Pseudepigrapha"? It's not a hog in costume! Each session . . .

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God's Names -- The Bible gives us many names for God and tells us what they all mean. And when we learn a new name for God, we learn something new about Him, too! Every chapter in this book teaches something new and helps put you, and your child, on the right track in your relationship with God. Chapters end with personal application and an activity. Full-color, 9781596382190, 120 pages, paperback

Greenleaf Guide to Old Testament History -- Using the Bible as your main text for this guide, you'll have 196 lessons that focus on the history (not theology) of the Old Testament. For each lesson, discussion questions are provided as well as background information to assist you in understanding. Recommended to go with this study is the Student Bible Atlas below. This should be your first study using the Greenleaf Guides. For elementary students through 7th grade.

Hero Tales Volume 2 -- These inspiring true tales and beautiful illustrations make up two powerful treasuries, each featuring forty-five stories from influential Christian heroes� lives. Excitement and adventure allow elementary-age children to learn valuable lessons of virtue through the lives of important historical figures. Loved by parents and children alike, Dave and Neta Jackson�s newly repackaged collections include the lives of heroic Christians such as Florence Nightingale, Corrie ten Boom, Billy Graham, . . .

Hide 'em in Your Heart CD's, 1 and 2 -- Learn over 40 scriptures by heart! Hide 'Em In Your Heart Volumes 1 & 2 introduce children to Bible verses in a fun, interactive way. And you get an excellent price. This combo set from Steve Green includes these titles - 1. Let the Little Children Come 2. Do to Others 3. This Is How We Know 4. Overcome Evil with Good 5. When I Am Afraid 6. Children Obey Your Parents 7. Our Father in Heaven 8. And Jesus Grew 9. Believe in the Lord 10. You Are the Light . . .

How The Bible Came To Us -- The story of the book that changed the world. This colorful and enthralling book walks you through the steps it took to write the Bible. From the inspiration of the Holy Spirit to the monks and manuscripts to translating it into every language. It even includes some projects that depict the process of putting the Bible on paper (or papyrus!).

Leading Little Ones to God,
A Child�s Book of Bible
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The Student Bible Atlas -- The Bible is full our journeys - Abraham's epic journey from Ur to the land of Canaan, the Israelites' journey from slavery in Egypt to the Promised Land, and Paul's unique series of missionary journeys. But what was Mesopotamia? Where did Moses cross the Red Sea? Why were so many battles fought across Palestine? Where was Golgotha - the Place of the Skull? And where did Paul's ship founder on the voyage to Rome? All of these questions are answered in the Atlas, in which colorful, clear maps provide . . .

Then and Now
Bible Maps -- The Only Full Color "Then & Now" Bible Maps with Modern-Day Overlays Now you can compare the places mentioned in the Bible with modern day cities and countries. Make Bible study even more interesting by showing where Bible places are today. "Then and Now" Bible Map Book gives you full-color Bible maps with clear plastic overlays of modern cities and countries in this 20-page 8.5" x 11" spiral bound book. Perfect for Bible studies when you want to know where a Bible city or country is today. Includes . . .

Thinking Like a Christian
Student Journal -- Surveys reveal that a majority of Christian young people walk away from Christ after four years of a university education. Why? Because they are not prepared to defend their faith in a world that, in most cases, presents ideas contrary to their biblical beliefs. This 12-week curriculum takes students on a journey into the world of ideas that are shaping our culture while teaching them biblical responses. The Student Journal is consumable. Paperback, 208 pages, High School � Adult This book will . . .

Thinking Like a Christian Set -- Contains these two titles: Thinking Like a Christian Teaching Text Book (includes a CD that is very important!) Thinking Like a Christian Student Journal The Student Journal is consumable. The CD within the Teaching Textbook contains lesson plans, handouts, and other useful pages for your students.

Thinking Like a Christian Teaching Textbook -- This is the Leader's Guide for the study of Thinking Like a Christian. The Text Book with CD (Leader�s Guide) features three independent lesson plans for Home School, Group settings, and College level. Included are discussion ideas, skits, interactive segments and reproducible handouts. Lindley's note: Since I have taught this in our home school, here are some tips: You can't teach this without the Leader's Guide and the included CD Make sure each student has a copy of the Student Journal and . . .

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Who am I? And What am I Doing Here? -- The second book in the What We Believe series, Who Am I? (And What Am I Doing Here?) helps children understand what it means to be fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of the Most High God. This study will enable students to develop a healthy self-image based on these biblical truths: God made me in His image and crowned me with glory; He has given me special gifts and a unique purpose in life; I can creatively express God's love; I am meant to think about beautiful and praiseworthy things, . . .

Who Is God and Can I Really Know Him? -- Our children are bombarded on a daily basis with competing messages. Every song, movie, book, TV show, blog, and game is full of ideas�ideas about truth, morality, beauty, identity, faith, and more. Not all of these ideas are true. Some are wrong, some are deceptive, and some are outright destructive. It is more important than ever that young children be equipped to discern among competing ideas and stand in the truth. And it begins with us - the parents - to know what we believe ourselves! . . .

Why So Many Gods? -- This book covers over 100 world religions, secular worldviews, cults, and occult practices from a Christian viewpoint with tolerance and civility. It tells the basic beliefs, short history, important aspects, and it identifies the religions in pop culture � all in a teen-magazine style of writing. The goal of this book is to educate teens to be able to identify the religions they come in contact with daily. All content has been reviewed by experts in Christian theology. It includes the following . . .

Window on the World: When We Pray God Works (A) -- Find out how God is changing the lives of families everywhere through prayer. This beautiful, full-color book brings alive the culture, history, and traditions of all sorts of different people. Each section brings you information, true stories, maps, and easy-to-use prayer points that take you into homes around the world. See how children live, what they like to do, where they go to school, what they eat and wear, and what they hope and dream. Received the Gold Medallion Book Award from ECPA. ISBN: . . .