Grace

Daily inspiration from Isaiah to RevelationMoments of Grace reflects on biblical passages from Isaiah to the Book of Revelation, bringing out the Spirit-filled light and power that the inspired Scriptures embody. The reflections vary in length, use clear and accessible language and appropriate images and stories. Gerald O'Collins lets the biblical texts come alive for the readers, leading them gently into deep reflection and prayer. Once again, the author shows himself to be not only an outstanding theologian but also a great spiritual guide.Gerald O'Collins has written or co-written over seventy published books, authored hundreds of articles in professional and popular journals, and lectured at many colleges and universities around the world.

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Many churches have good provision for small children and for adults but there can be a great need where young people are concerned, with the motto often being 'Use them or lose them'. The themed sessions in this book help integrate young people into the main body of the Church, with each lesson using a story, relevant reading, illustration, activity, prayer and suggested song to underline a stated message. As young people are entering a new age of experience and awareness, they need listeners and interpreters to help them on their journey and to guide them in their adventures. Above all else, they need to know that the Church needs them and they also need the Church. This book addresses that need. Growing in Grace is drawn from the Torches teaching of the popular Searchlights programme.

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In the words of Michael Forster himself, 'As churches, we can offer no greater gift to others... than the experience of truly being heard, valued and given the space to realise our God-given potential.'The Grace Space is a five-session introductory course to help people and churches build truly effective listening relationships. Each session is in three parts:Practical input and exercisesThe 'Three Rs' - Refreshments, Relaxation and RelatingBible study, allowing the practical work to shed new light on the biblical materialWith with a CD of OHP acetates, and written with an unmatched understanding of people-centred work, Michael Forster's The Grace Space has the potential to change not only the life of the church, but the very lives of the people it is here to serve.

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