You're one step away from the adventure of your life. John Ortberg invites you to consider the incredible potential that awaits you outside your comfort zone. Deep within you lies the same faith and longing that sent Peter walking across the wind-swept Sea of Galilee toward Jesus. In what ways is the Lord telling you, as he did Peter, "Come"? Out on the risky waters of faith, Jesus is waiting to meet you in ways that will change you forever, deepening your character and your trust in God. The experience is terrifying. It's thrilling beyond belief. It's everything you'd expect of someone worthy to be called Lord. The choice is yours to know him as only a water-walker can, aligning yourself with God's purpose for your life in the process. There's just one requirement: If You Want to Walk on Water, You've Got to Get Out of the Boat. In this Christianity Today Award-winning read, bestselling author John Ortberg pushes you to take the last step that separates you from the adventure of your life. And, as a result, you will learn to: Recognize God's presence Discern between faith and foolishness Not only expect problems, but field them when they come Reorient your thoughts about failure and see it as an opportunity to grow Wait on the Lord And, ultimately, connect more deeply with God Features discussion questions at the end of each chapter to enhance your reflection and spiritual growth. Also perfect for small group discussion.

A Biker devotional that is not just for motorcyclists. Anyone with the heart of a biker--a zest for adventure and the desire to live life to the fullest--will find inspiration in this four week devotional. C.S. Lewis said that if you do something for 28 days it will become a habit. What better habit to have than participating in daily quiet time with God before hitting the highways and byways. This devotional will help to kick start your journey as you ride with the King. All of the author's proceeds for this devotional are being donated to the Christian Motorcyclists Association's Run for the Son.

Faith is more than a series of facts or answers. It is a gift that touches each and every part of our lives. A school bus, bird feeder, or even a beagle can become an opportunity for clarity about God’s presence in the ordinary. As he did in his first book "Life Crossings," Seeber takes normal moments of life such as trash, parakeets, or a broken wood carving to unwrap the practical nature and power of faith. Surprises and disappointments can become wonderful moments to feel God’s presence in practical ways. Seeber’s insightful use of such moments encourages his readers to take advantage of similar opportunities in their own lives of faith.

This collection of devotionals started as morning emails to a friend. It just gives real life happenings that turned into life lessons learned by the author, and it is a desire that others will read and be helped as well. It seems like we get so stressed about life and living life that we forget to sit back and enjoy the trip of being a forgiven child of God on our journey home.

"Twenty-year-old college student Sarah Watson has just arrived in Venice, Italy, to study for a year. Enthralled with the beautiful city and its inhabitants, Sarah quickly acclimates to the maze of narrow streets and canals. With a week until her fall term begins, Sarah is enthusiastically touring Venice when she encounters the first of many who will influence her experience in more ways than she can ever imagine. With a live-life-to-the-fullest outlook and a zeal for exploring a new part of the world, Sarah embraces the sights of the city and its islands across the lagoon, quickly immersing herself in the culture and meeting new international friends that include a handsome American, an Italian waiter, a hotel manager, and a fellow student. As Sarah falls in love with a city and its people, she soon realizes that joys, challenges, and potential dangers are the same-no matter where she lives. Walking on Water is the tale of a college student who embarks on an unforgettable adventure in a magical city"--Page 4 of cover.

The series Beihefte zur Zeitschrift für die neutestamentliche Wissenschaft (BZNW) is one of the oldest and most highly regarded international scholarly book series in the field of New Testament studies. Since 1923 it has been a forum for seminal works focusing on Early Christianity and related fields. The series is grounded in a historical-critical approach and also explores new methodological approaches that advance our understanding of the New Testament and its world.

Presents a guide to rediscovering the soul and achieving divine depth in an age in which materialism and consumerism induce people to develop unhealthy, petty habits.