The case for miracles: a journalist investigates evidence for the supernatural.

Author: Strobel, Lee
2018 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   231.7   STR    
Summary: Is it reasonable in our skeptical culture to believe in a God who produces miracles? Don't miracles contradict science? What about today--is there convincing evidence that God continues to intervene in people's lives?
Publisher: Zondervan
Subjects:   MIRACLES
(Added: 8/8/2018)
Note: Includes discussion guide.    
 

The ragamuffin gospel.

Author: Manning, Brennan
1990 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   248   MAN    
Summary: Good news for the bedraggled, beat-up and burnt out. A zestful portrayal of Christian life that will revive lost hope and lift readers into the majestic and loving presence of God our Father.
Publisher: Multnomah
Subjects:   CHRISTIAN LIFE\PERSONAL GROWTH
(Added: 8/8/2018)
   
 

The passion translation: the New Testament with Psalms, Proverbs, and Song of Songs.

Author: Bible,
2018 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   225   BIB   PAS  
Summary: A new, heart-level Bible translation that expresses God's fiery heart of love--merging the emotion and life-changing truth of God's Word.
Publisher: Broad Street Publishing Group
Subjects:   BIBLE - VERSIONS\BIBLE - NEW TESTAMENT
(Added: 8/8/2018)
Note: Includes in-depth footnotes with study notes, commentary, word studies, cross references, alternate translations, and more. Extensive introductions and outlines are included for each book.    
 

Count it all joy. (CD)

Author: Jeremiah, David
2016 / CD / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   225   JER  
Summary: Dr. Jeremiah's dynamic preaching on the book of Philippians.
Publisher: Turning Point
Subjects:   BIBLE - NEW TESTAMENT\RELATIONSHIPS\PERSONAL GROWTH
(Added: 8/8/2018)
Note: 12 audio CD disks in album, each about 45-50 minutes in length. Library also has book, with study guide for groups or individuals.    
 

Iesodo: Faith.

Author: Zaya Toonz,
2014 / DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   FIC   ZAY
Summary: Includes two stories, "Miracles are Everywhere" (The Loaves & the Fishes) and "The Wind and the Rain" (Jesus Calms the Storm at Sea). Bonus features include Bible verses, sing-alongs, and Natalie's Nest: Faith and Family. Discussion guide available at iesodo.com.
Publisher: Rollman Entertainment/Kombine Media
Subjects: Iesodo: The Way of Jesus series   BIBLE - STORIES
(Added: 7/27/2018)
Note: Run time: 55 minutes. Includes bonus features.    
 

Iesodo: Kindness.

Author: Zaya Toonz,
2015 / DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   FIC   ZAY
Summary: Includes two stories, "The Greatest is the Least" (Mary & Martha) and "The Good Pigeon," (The Good Samaritan). Bonus features include Bible verses, sing-alongs, and Bible Connection with Pastor Tim. Discussion guide available at iesodo.com.
Publisher: Rollman Entertainment/Kombine Media
Subjects: Iesodo: The Way of Jesus series   BIBLE - STORIES
(Added: 7/27/2018)
Note: Run time: 50 minutes. Includes bonus features.    
 

Lasting impact: seven powerful conversations that will help your church grow.

Author: Nieuwhof, Carey
2015 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   254   NIE    
Summary: Maybe the future belongs to the churches that are willing to have the most honest conversations at a critical time. That's what this book is designed to facilitate.
Publisher: The reThink Group
Subjects:   CHURCH GROWTH\LEADERSHIP
(Added: 7/27/2018)
   
 

Iesodo: Forgiveness.

Author: Zaya Toonz,
2015 / DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   FIC   ZAY
Summary: Includes two stories, "The Good, the Bad, and the Vulture" and "Forgive and Forget." Bonus features include Bible verses, sing-alongs, and Bible Connection with Pastor Tim. Discussion guide available at iesodo.com.
Publisher: Rollman Entertainment/Kombine Media
Subjects: Iesodo: The Way of Jesus series   BIBLE - STORIES
(Added: 7/27/2018)
Note: Run time: 50 minutes. Includes bonus features.    
 

Iesodo: Love.

Author: Zaya Toonz,
2013 / DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   FIC   ZAY
Summary: Includes two stories, "Birds of a Feather Fish Together" (Jesus Changes the Water into Wine) and "Love Your Enemies" (Zaccheus). Bonus features include Bible verses, sing-alongs, and Natalie's Nest: Brotherly Love. Discussion guide available at iesodo.com.
Publisher: Rollman Entertainment/Kombine Media
Subjects: Iesodo: The Way of Jesus series   BIBLE - STORIES
(Added: 7/27/2018)
Note: Run time: 55 minutes. Includes bonus features.    
 

Lasting impact: seven powerful conversations that will help your church grow.

Author: Nieuwhof, Carey
2015 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   254   NIE    
Summary: Maybe the future belongs to the churches that are willing to have the most honest conversations at a critical time. That's what this book is designed to facilitate.
Publisher: The reThink Group
Subjects:   CHURCH GROWTH\LEADERSHIP
(Added: 7/27/2018)
   
 

Experiencing the heart of Jesus: workbook.

Author: Lucado, Max
2003 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   232   LUC  
Summary: Workbook includes 50 lessons on the person of Jesus Christ, 10 chapters focusing on the key characteristics of Jesus, 5 weekly follow-up lessons that will take you one step closer to Jesus, and sections for journaling.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Subjects:   JESUS CHRIST\SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 7/27/2018)
Note: Library also has Leader's Guide for study.    
 

The bait of Satan: living free from the deadly trap of offense.

Author: Bevere, John
2004 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   150   BEV  
Summary: Offense is one of the most deceptive snares Satan uses to get believers out of the will of God. Bevere shows you how to identify the traps ahead of you and escape the victim mentality.
Publisher: Charisma House
Subjects:   FORGIVENESS\SPIRITUAL LIFE\PERSONAL GROWTH
(Added: 7/27/2018)
Note: Library has Leader Guide and Study Guide for groups. DVD is included with 36 minute introductory teaching by John Bevere, and a 30-day devotional guide is also included in book..    
 

The bait of Satan: leader's guide.

Author: Bevere, John
2003 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   150   BEV  
Summary: 12-session study of the sin of taking offense. Guide includes tips for preparing your class, suggested time guidelines, questions with answers, warm-up questions, personal applications, chapter summaries, and more.
Publisher: Messenger Media
Subjects:   FORGIVENESS\SPIRITUAL LIFE\PERSONAL GROWTH
(Added: 7/27/2018)
Note: Library has Student Guide and book with introductory DVD. We do not have the entire video curriculum, but Leader's Guide includes the script for the videos.    
 

Iesodo: Believe.

Author: Zaya Toonz,
2013 / DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   FIC   ZAY
Summary: Includes two stories, "The Gathering" (The Sermon on the Mount) and "Believing is Seeing" (The Blind Man and Jesus). Bonus features include Bible verses, sing-alongs, and Natalie's Nest: Mom to Mom. Discussion guide available at iesodo.com.
Publisher: Rollman Entertainment/Kombine Media
Subjects: Iesodo: The Way of Jesus series   BIBLE - STORIES
(Added: 7/27/2018)
Note: Run time: 50 minutes. Includes bonus features.    
 

Experiencing the heart of Jesus: leader's guide.

Author: Lucado, Max
2003 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   232   LUC  
Summary: A 10-lesson discipleship study for groups. Leader's guide includes answers to all questions in the workbook, leader's commentary to discussing the questions, options for opening and closing the weekly class, lesson plans, discussion questions and topics, applications to encourage person faith-sharing, and ideas on how to personalize your class.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Subjects:   JESUS CHRIST\SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 7/27/2018)
Note: Includes CD-ROM to help teacher prepare promotional items. Library also has student workbook.    
 

Church profile 2018.

Author: First United Methodist Church,
2018 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   REF   287   FIR   2018
Summary: Questionnaire completed annually by the Staff-Parish Relations Committee for the Florida Annual Conference.
Publisher: First United Methodist Church of Spring Hill
Subjects:   CHURCH ADMINISTRATION
(Added: 7/22/2018)
   
 

Deep-rooted in Christ: the way of transformation.

Author: Kang, Joshua Choonmin
2007 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   240   KAN    
Summary: Fifty-two brief readings for the purpose of spiritual formation using spiritual disciplines to develop Christlike character.
Publisher: IVP Books
Subjects:   SPIRITUAL LIFE\SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES\DEVOTIONAL LITERATURE
(Added: 7/22/2018)
   
 

Real Ideas Conference 2016. (part 2)

Author: Van Dyke Church,
2016 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   254   VAN   2016   Part 2
Summary: Communication workshops presented at the annual Real Ideas Conference.
Publisher: Van Dyke Church, Lutz, Florida
Subjects:   COMMUNICATION\LEADERSHIP
(Added: 7/22/2018)
Notes: Three-ring binder. Media included in binder.    
 

Real Ideas Conference 2016. (part 1)

Author: Van Dyke Church,
2016 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   254   VAN   2016   Part 1
Summary: Handouts and notes for Pre-Conference session as well as workshops on Small Groups, Millennials, Organization Management, Discipleship, Volunteers, and three general sessions with Pastor Matthew Hartsfield, guest Matt Keller, and guest Pastor Bryan Loritts.
Publisher: Van Dyke Church, Lutz, Florida
Subjects:   LEADERSHIP\DISCIPLESHIP\CHURCH ADMINISTRATION
(Added: 7/22/2018)
Note: Three-ring binder. Includes spiral-bound student notebook.    
 

Christian coaching: helping others turn potential into reality.

Author: Collins, Gary R.
2002 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   253.5   COL    
Summary: The principles, case histories, tools, and skills to help others turn their potential into reality.
Publisher: NavPress
Subjects:   COUNSELING\PERSONAL GROWTH
(Added: 7/22/2018)