How can I avoid the temptation to isolate myself in suffering? answered by Director of Counseling Ministries Cecelia Bernhardt at CCEF.
In this best-selling book, John Piper makes a passionate plea to the next generation to avoid the dangers of a wasted life, calling us to take risks and make sacrifices that matter for eternity — with a single, soul-satisfying passion for the glory of God that seeks to make much of him in every sphere of our lives.
Author: John Piper
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A brief, 6-week overview of the plan of redemption for unbelievers or new believers. Studies include: Creation, the Fall, God’s Promise of a Deliverer, Jesus and New Birth, the Death of Jesus, and the Resurrection.
Author: Coty Pinckney
For new believers, or those who would like a better grounding in the basic tenets of the faith.
Author: Coty Pinckney
Short study questions for a low-key, 10-week study of the entire gospel of Mark for small groups.
Author: Coty Pinckney
A Six-Month Bible Study Based on the Book by John Piper. Also available in Word format.
Author: Coty Pinckney
A 12-week study of the character of God, focusing on what gives Him pleasure. Each week, participants study a passage of Scripture and read a chapter from John Piper’s book by this name.
Author: Coty Pinckney
A 12 to 16 week study of Romans 8.
Author: Coty Pinckney
Description: Twenty-seven weekly studies covering the entire book.
Author: Coty Pinckney
This version is aimed at those who know a bit of Greek, and goes into somewhat more depth than the abridged version. Posted as a Microsoft Word document containing all 27 lessons.
Author: Coty Pinckney
This class will present an organized overview of the fundamental truths of our faith, enabling us to think clearly about these issues and to identify the centuries-old challenges to the gospel message. We will also apply these truths to our lives, developing an understanding of how our attitudes and actions as Christians flow out of the truths of the faith.
Author: Coty Pinckney
This book draws on a wealth of wisdom derived from God’s Word and personal experience in order to encourage Christians to strive for holiness without falling into the trap of legalism. Here is a practical resource from leading evangelicals that helps Christians to pursue godly living.
Author: John Piper
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Doctrine Matters is the theological summary of one preacher’s lifetime of investment in a local church. Completing three decades of pastoral ministry at Bethlehem Baptist, John Piper gave a final sermon series on the doctrinal emphases from his years of preaching. These ten emphases, delivered as ten sermons in 2012 and now edited into this volume, embody the legacy Piper hopes to leave.
Author: John Piper
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The term “born again” has been devalued both in society and in the church. Those claiming to be born again live lives that are indistinguishable from those who don’t; they sin the same, embrace injustice the same, covet the same, do almost everything the same. In this book John Piper explores what it truly means to be finally alive.
Author: John Piper
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These five points are about how Christians come into being, and how we are kept forever. It reaches back into times past when we were freely chosen. It reaches forward into the future when we will be safe and happy forever. It reaches down into the mysteries of the work of Christ, purchasing the gift of faith for all God’s children. And it reaches into the human soul, glimpsing the mysteries of the Spirit’s work as he conquers all our rebellion and makes us willing captives of King Jesus.
Author: John Piper
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The Bible has a way of shocking us. If Americans could still blush, we might blush at the words God uses to describe Sex.
But, of course, sin always tries to trash God’s gifts. So we can’t just celebrate sex for what God made it to be; we have to fight what sin has turned it into. The contributors to this unique volume encourage you to do both: celebrate and struggle.
Edited by: John Piper and Justin Taylor
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A series of small books dealing with a variety of counseling topics from OCD and Self Harm to Depression and Addiction. Written by a variety of authors and intended to aid in ministry settings.
When People Are Big and God Is Small: Overcoming Peer Pressure, Codependency, and the Fear of Man
Overly concerned about what people think of you? Welch uncovers the spiritual dimension of people-pleasing and points the way through a true knowledge of God, ourselves, and others.
Author: Edward T. Welch
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Impossible? Idealistic? Not really. In Relationships: A Mess Worth Making, Tim Lane and Paul David Tripp show you how God does it, and how it can happen for you. They help you tackle the stubborn problems that plague many close relationships. They show you the deeper issues that drive our reactions, choices, and behaviors. And they show you how God steps in to help you build relationships that are all he intended them to be.
Authors: Timothy S. Lane and Paul David Tripp
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What does it take for lasting change to take root in your life? If you've ever tried, failed, and wondered why, you need How People Change. This book explains the biblical pattern for change in a clear, practical way you can apply to the challenges of daily life. But change involves more than a biblical formula: you will see how God is at work to make you the person you were created to be. That powerful, loving, redemptive relationship is at the heart of all positive change you experience.
Authors: Timothy S. Lane and Paul David Tripp
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