This is a perfect gift book for young couples who have just been married or who are considering marriage - Bjorge touches on the physical, emotional, and spiritual elements of harmonious and fulfilling relationships. Pastors will also find that Handles For Harmony is a gold mine of trenchant illustrations for use in wedding sermons. In a world filled with disappointments, where many people have lost any sense of hope and purpose, Billy Strayhorn reminds readers that Jesus Christ is the hope that does not disappoint. And noting that hope and faith go hand in hand, his messages point the way toward a life filled with hope and possibilities through faith in God. Preachers will undoubtedly consider it to be one of the most joy-filled and enlightening books of its kind.
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The provocative ponderings and questions of a modern-day prophet will change how you look at life. These vignettes are a launching pad for a sermon, a group discussion, or personal reflection and growth. When you read this book you will change - you will examine who you are, what you've become, how you look at life, and how you relate to your wife or husband, your children, your community, and your work. Russell Anderson has taken the most original and successful lectionary resource in history and improved on it. Based on the Psalms, the lessons call youngsters' attention to the many blessings we enjoy every day and teach them to praise God for all he does for us.