The healer of body, soul—and mind: "Gives us fresh insight into deep psychological truths by emphasizing Jesus as the ultimate teacher." —Laurie Beth Jones, author of Jesus, CEOOver one hundred years of modern psychology and we still haven't improved on the principles and lessons taught by the greatest doctor of the human soul—Jesus. In this accessible and eye-opening book, international bestselling author Dr. Mark Baker offers a refreshing and practical un...

Are You Ready to Be Free of Your Shame?Shame is debilitating. It ruins relationships, thwarts growth, and destroys hope. It can masquerade as various problems—guilt, envy, pride, resentment—but until you heal the core issue, freedom will remain out of reach.Dr. Mark W. Baker wants to open your eyes to the real battle you're facing and teach you the skills to effectively fight back. He will help you see...how guilt is often helpful, but shame i...

COMO OS ENSINAMENTOS DE CRISTO PODEM MELHORAR NOSSA SAÚDE EMOCIONAL E NOS AJUDAR A LIDAR COM OS DESAFIOS DA VIDA.2 milhões de livros vendidos no Brasil."Uma visão inspiradora e sensível da importância dos ensinamentos de Cristo para o nosso crescimento e nossa paz interior." – ARCHIBALD D. HART, professor de psicologiaUm dos mais populares e influentes livros dos últimos tempos, Jesus, o maior psicólogo que já e...

Can people make positive changes in their lives that really last? Dr. Mark W. Baker has been trying to answer this question for the past twenty-five years as a clinical psychologist. To discover the answer, he went on a quest to find people who have changed their lives in the most dramatic ways, ending up in the largest maximum-security prison in the United States, located in Angola, Louisiana.Once the most brutal prison in the country, Angola was transformed into one of the most e...

Find academic sophistication, pastoral sensitivity, and accessibility in the award-winning BECNT seriesIn this addition to the BECNT series, respected New Testament scholar Robert Stein offers a substantive yet highly accessible commentary on the Gospel of Mark.The commentary focuses primarily on the Markan understanding of the Jesus traditions as reflected in this key New Testament book. For each section in Mark, the author analyzes how it fits the immedia...

"WHO DO YOU SAY THAT I AM?" -- MARK 8:29Jesus asked his disciples this question, and no question is more important. The Gospel of Mark answers by presenting Jesus as the king who suffered and gave his life for us and invited us to take up our cross and follow him.Mark: A 40-Day Bible Study is meditative, gospel-centered, practical, and prayerful. Over forty days, you will:· Read and reflect on Mark's Gospel.· Meditate on Jesus and th...

In this addition to the well-received Paideia series, Mary Ann Beavis examines cultural context and theological meaning in Mark. Paideia commentaries explore how New Testament texts form Christian readers by• attending to the ancient narrative and rhetorical strategies the text employs• showing how the text shapes theological convictions and moral habits• commenting on the final, canonical form of each New Testament book• focusing on the cultural, literary, and...

The Understanding the Bible Commentary Series helps readers navigate the strange and sometimes intimidating literary terrain of the Bible. These accessible volumes break down the barriers between the ancient and modern worlds so that the power and meaning of the biblical texts become transparent to contemporary readers. The contributors tackle the task of interpretation using the full range of critical methodologies and practices, yet they do so as people of faith who hold the text in the ...

The Teach the Text Commentary Series utilizes the best of biblical scholarship to provide the information a pastor needs to communicate the text effectively. The carefully selected preaching units and focused commentary allow pastors to quickly grasp the big idea and key themes of each passage of Scripture. Each unit of the commentary includes the big idea and key themes of the passage and sections dedicated to understanding, teaching, and illustrating the text.

The earliest and briefest of the four Gospels has traditionally been ascribed to a disciple named Mark In some ages it been overshadowed by its lengthier neighbors in the New Testament, but its pages hold rich rewards for those who ask the right questions. Who was "Mark," and what were his purposes--historical, theological, or otherwise? How does he shape his story of Jesus, and what interpretation of the origins of Christianity does that shaping reveal? More particularly, what is his unde...

With her ex-husband, Ted, working nearby in an adjoining county, Kate Fox is eager to prove she's the better sheriff.But when the less-than-popular ex-foreman of a local ranch is found dead, Kate gets the opportunity she's been looking for. As it turns out, the case hits a little too close to home. The dead man's body is discovered in a truck that belongs to Kate's brother Jeremy - and he's missing. Evidence left at the crime scene leads Ted to suspect the ranch's ...

Lonely Planet's Romania and Bulgaria is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Absorb the vibrant landscape while hiking, or relax on the Black Sea coast; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet's Romania and Bulgaria Travel Guide:Lonely Planet's Top P...