Spiritual Growth Resources from Kevin Mayhew featuring bestselling books by your favourite authors. In Stock, available to buy direct from the UK publisher online today.
Spiritual Growth
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Expecting Jesus
Expecting Jesus is a collection of Advent reflections and prayers which follows the progress of Mary's pregnancy and focuses our thoughts on the enormity of what the Incarnation means for us. Drawing on his own experience as a Christian and an expectant father, Martyn Day's meditations make for a very intimate encounter with the Advent narratives.
£11.99
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Health Healing & Wholeness
Health, Healing and Wholeness is written to recognise and fulfil the need for a book which can be the basis for study groups and individuals in the ever-increasing number of churches who want to discover more about the healing ministry, and who then want to put it into practice in simple but significant ways.
£11.99
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From The Foot Of The Cross
Written for those who sit beside hospital beds, who visit the sick, or who are home carers - perhaps attending to the needs of someone who is terminally ill. We know our own powerlessness, but nevertheless try to respond as best we can, waiting, watching, caring, being there; like Mary.There are twelve very short chapters (e.g. "Uncertainty", "Memories", "Laughter", "Loneliness", "What love can do", "Tears", "The place of decision"), each with a brief introductory text, verse from Scripture, and prayers which represent the struggle to pray through and find God within the watching and waiting hours.
£4.99
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Seeker's Guide To The Christian Church
An inspirational and practical guide for those wondering if Christianity is for them, those new to Christianity but unsure about the church, church members who either don't know or are confused by what they are supposed to believe, and people of other faiths who want to know what Christians believe.
£11.99
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Rediscover Jesus
To look at something from another perspective is often key to understanding it better and with greater depth. It also provides us with an opportunity to learn more about ourselves and to challenge who and what we are. In Rediscover Jesus, and based on an actual study tour of the Holy Land, Peter Edmonds guides us through the land, the personalities and the language of Luke. An essential resource for groups and individuals wishing to gain a deeper and broader understanding of Luke's Gospel, the suggestions for further reflection and discussion, and the questions and answers at the end of the final chapter, will transform your understanding of the world Luke was from and the true meaning of his words.
£11.99
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Clothed In Christ
In Colossians 3:12, St Paul tells us to put on those garments which suit God's chosen and beloved people: compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience (Colossians 3:12). And yet our own life experiences can dress us somewhat differently. In this course of six sessions, which include in-depth explorations of the theme, discussion questions, group activities, key words and texts, and prayer suggestions, author Raymond Tomkinson explores the Christian journey from innocence, through sin and redemption, to finally being fully clothed in Christ. By examining how we burden ourselves with sin, hurt, sorrow, grief, and withholding forgiveness, this helps us to realise how the redeeming love of Christ can truly change us all.
£9.99
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The Fragrance Of Jesus
The Fragrance of Jesus looks at 20 of Jesus' miracles in terms of them being glimpses of God's kingdom; as demonstrations of God's power and also illustrations of qualities that will be experienced in his kingdom: some here and now and some when Jesus returns. Patrick Coghlan invites readers on a personal journey of discovery, encouraging them to understand prayerfully more about the kingdom - and apply lessons from Scripture to their daily lives and experiences.
£8.99 - £11.99
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Circle Of Blessings
Peter Dainty has cast his net deep and wide to gather together a really useful collection of over 300 blessings,graces,charges and doxologies. Whenever you need help in framing suitable words for those special occasions you will find it here.
£10.99
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Prayers For Mothers
A beautifully printed hardback giftbook containing carefully selected prayers in praise of mothers. Features heart warming full colour illustrations throughout.
£7.99
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The Call To Partnership
The author looks at the balance between God working in his people to produce the character of Christ and God working through his people to continue Christ's work on earth. He examines this interplay in 12 biblical character studies. Using a mixture of narrative, commentary, background and reflection on Jacob, Mary, Hosea, Barnabas and others, the author shows how their faith and obedience developed and affected other people as they learned to cooperate with God.
£22.99
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Lord, I'Ve A Few Questions
A Lifetime's irrepressible prayersDon't read this book if you know all the answers, have an awesome and perfect prayer life, and spend each and every day knowing exactly what is God's purpose for you and your life.However, if you're happier with questions, have the kind of prayer life that occasionally needs putting on life support, and find yourself often wondering what's happening tomorrow, never mind next month or year, then why not read on?From life as a teenager, through college, then out into the wider world of work, marriage and children, this collection of old and new material, written by David Gatward, author of the bestselling Can We Talk, Lord?, spans the past 25 years of his life. It may not be filled with life-changing insights and earth-shattering wisdom, but it is real. And that, when it comes to it, is what God is actually really interested in: wherever you are, and whatever it is that you're doing, your creator wants you to share with him what's on your mind. So, what's stopping you?ContentsMy FamilyLord, I've a Few QuestionsLord, Are You There?ConfusedAlonePrayerParentsI WantMemoriesWhere Am I?Saying SorryHa! Ha! Ha!Thanks, LordLoveFriendshipMusicMeLifeAm I a Christian?Hey, Good LookinWhere Do I Go?Dirty FeetHomeworkRainAnd The WorldThe Child in the AdultCrowdedDoubtDisappearing UndiesMonday MorningsMore BillsWhat, No Sandwiches?Paper-clip SculpturesEarly NightTime OutI'm a DreamerPrayerI Feel So AlivePressure ReleaseComparisonsAnother BombParenthoodForty-somethingHomelessAging ParentsBrokeBooks, Books and More BooksKids RockWhen My Boys Grow UpWhen Tomorrow Comes
£15.99
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Wide As The Oceans, High As The Heavens
Here is a compilation of prayers from five of Annie Heppenstall's previous books. Annie says, 'Each one of my books celebrates the awe of this beautiful world we live in, but also acknowledges that life can be very challenging as we struggle with personal circumstances and questions of faith.'In this book, you will find prayers• celebrating the wonder of the natural world• using inclusive and feminine imagery for God• reinterpreting traditional Christian prayers,• in inclusive language• of time and season• in the Celtic tradition• for tree planting, place blessing and pet funerals• to honour women's stages of life from menarche to menopause• seeking a way through loss, illness and anxiety• seeking peace in difficult relationships, including within church communities• expressing wonder at divine love and much more!The index enables prayers to be traced to their original sources.Contents SECTION A - Awe, Thanks and PraisePsalm-inspired prayers - from The Book of Uncommon PrayerPraise in a Celtic style - from Search Me and Know MePrayers of the Feminine Divine, - from The Book of Uncommon PrayerWisdomSacred breathTo the Shekhinah (feminine presence of God)MotherThe Rock who gives us birthSECTION B - Prayers of the EarthIn the 'Celtic' style - from Search Me and Know MeBeing aware of our location in the environmenLove of naturePsalm-inspired awe in nature - from The Book of Uncommon PrayerThe four traditional elements - from The Book of Uncommon PrayerPrayers of placeAnimal life - (all this section are from The Book of Uncommon Prayer)Prayers at a pet funeralTreesCare for the environmentSECTION C - Times and SeasonsUnless stated otherwise, the prayers in this section are all found in The Book of Uncommon PrayerDays of the weekTimes of day - holy hoursThe liturgical year and of our life-journeysAdvent timeChristmasEasterPentecostLammastide/harvest/breadAll Saints/All Souls/Samhain (the old name for this time)Natural times and seasonsMoon phases and feelingsNight-timeSECTION D - Prayers of HumanityPsalm-inspired prayers - from The Book of Uncommon PrayerPrayers for specific qualities and spiritual 'fruits' - from Search me and Know MeAsking for blessingsPrayers for home, safe space, environment and location blessing - from Search me and Know MePraying together for someone or something - from The Book of Uncommon PrayerPsalm-inspired prayersIn times of personal difficultyPsalm-inspired prayersIn time of conflict/difficult relationship with othersWhen there is nobody to trustAsking for help in crisisFocus on feelingsLife as spiritual journey: challenges of faith - from Rejoice with MeSafe in GodTrusting GodTalking about GodFinding God during high and low timesGod's loving acceptanceGod in the everydayGod's concern for our well-beingGod's loving acceptanceGiving and receiving supportRelating to othersHuman weakness and God's understandingLeading and servingPrayers of transformation -from Rejoice with MeHealth and well-being concerns - from Hiding in God: pairs of contrasting prayersGod's presence in the nightFinding confidence in GodWaiting in God's loveBeing known by GodGod's love working through othersTrusting in GodHeld by GodSafe in God's careGod's understanding of painGod's presence in the unexpectedThe experience of being prayed forGod's patienceResting in GodIn God's handsKnowing God's acceptanceBlessings of renewalNurturing empathyStrength in GodSeeking God's peaceEncircled by GodLiving in GodFinding refuge in GodSeeking transformationHope in God's powerSeeking understandingGod's reassuring peaceSeeking helpLightening the loadRealising God's loveGod's faithfulnessSECTION E - Inspired by Tradition'Prayer book' tradition - from The Book of Uncommon PrayerCeltic Christian tradition - from Search Me and Know MeA prayer-a-day resource of 47 short prayers - from Who Do You Say That I Am?A prayer a day through Lent (47 days) can also be used to make a set of prayers for other times, for example each day of the month, for the duration of Advent (24 days), 'Celtic' Advent (40 days starting on 15th November) or Pentecost (40 days).Closing reflection from The Book of Uncommon PrayerAPPENDIX - The source books
£17.99
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Revelations Of Glory
Saints are not set apart as perfect or sinless, for they have the same weaknesses as all humans, but they are who God has called them to be and in being themselves, they reveal God's glory. Saints are people who work in common union with God and he is seen at work in their lives. This book is to introduce you to some of the people who are heroes of the Church and are revelations of God's glory. We share a common union with them, for we have the same Creator and Redeemer and the same Spirit of God: in God we are one with them.Each celebration of a saint follows the same format: a short introduction to the saint's life, the Scripture readings for the saint's day, which are taken mainly from the Common Worship Lectionary, an opening prayer, intercessions, the peace and a blessing.Together with its companion volume Icons of Glory, this book will encourage you to explore the common union to which we all belong and to discover God's call to you, which is unique. This is a call to be a fellow worker with God and to reveal his glory in your life. To see full contents Click Here
£28.99
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Looking Through Jesus
In 47 daily Lenten reflections on readings from Luke's Gospel, beginning on Ash Wednesday, Alan Bartlett examines how we see Jesus.As we say in the creeds, Jesus was both truly God and truly human but,Alan Bartlett argues, Jesus remains a bit baffling and so remains distant. However, if we are prepared to spend time with the Jesus presented to us in the Gospels, looking slowly and honestly, then we will meet him, experience his deep humanity and move through that to see God in him and so meet God in him.
£7.99 - £9.99
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Who Do You Say That I Am?
Annie Heppenstall has spent four years practising a contemplative lifestyle. She offers here an insightful and enriching daily journey through Lent, using Mark's Gospel as a guide book, with reflections, prayer and the opportunity for biblical exploration.Exploring Lent as never before, Annie has tried to focus on the less obvious things, the little details, the 'behind-the-scenes people' and the way the land itself impacts on the Gospel story, to present a fresh way of looking at and appreciating the big picture of Jesus' self-giving love. In particular, she has looked for the significance of the natural world and of the women who are very much present in the Gospel narratives, but whose voices and names are less often heard.
£17.99
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Praying The Passion
The perfect daily companion for the Lenten season, this little book by Ken Taylor is a comprehensive narrative of the Passion using details and aspects of all four Gospel accounts. Mark's account is used as a base, and details unique to the other three Gospels are interwoven to produce a 'composite Passion'. This larger, fuller account is used as a springboard for meditation and prayer. For each day of Lent, there is one reading from the Passion on the left-hand page and one meditation on the right-hand page. The book contains three appendices: one of explanatory notes; one that describes a Passover Seder; and one with a suggested use of selections from the material within the congregation during Holy Week. Specifications Format: Paperback - Perfect Bound Size: 125 x 210 mm Publication date: November 1996 Page count: 112 pages ISBN: 9780862099022 Contents Introduction Praying the Passion Appendix 1: Explanatory notes Appendix 2: The Last Supper and Passover Appendix 3: Use in Holy Week
£15.99
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Faith Matters
A comprehensive introduction to Christianity and Christian faith. The title of this book is intentionally and provocatively ambiguous. Faith is more than matters of fact. It involves relationship and trust, a belief in and not simply a belief that. For those who are interested in matters of faith, or those just enquiring, here is a valuable introduction to all aspects of Christianity and Christian faith in a brief and accessible form. You'll find short but informative articles written by a wide range of authors who bring their experience and expertise from different denominations and traditions, giving richness to what is offered here. Whether it is matters of information or a matter of people's relationships with God and one another, it remains true that faith matters. Authors: Alan Bartlett Claire Benton-Evans Rupert Bristow Tony Castle John Clark Peter Colwell Helen Costigane John Cox Paul Cox Tim Elbourne Brian Fahy Richard Garrard Jonathan Greener James Halsall Annie Heppenstall Russell Herbert Garth Hewitt Simon Hill Ed Hone Deborah Jones Bruce Kent Nicholas King Bill Merrington Alison Moore Chris Morley Paul Nicholson Siobhán O'Keeffe Gerald O'Mahony John Parr Tony Redman Robert Reiss Clare Richards Edgar Ruddock John Saxbee David Schofield Ray Simpson Joy Tetley David Winter
£28.99
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Conflict:Constructive Or Destructive
Christians are rarely equipped with the tools needed to handle contaminated relationships. Conflict - Constructive or Destructive? seeks to provide such tools. It begins with the good news that conflict has a positive face; Jesus himself grew through clashes of various kinds which shows that handled creatively, quarrels and collisions can become the nerve centre of growth.
£13.99
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Walking The Way Of The Cross
John Elliston draws from Jesus' Way of the Cross, from the moment he is condemned, through to his carrying of the Cross and his death, to show how he suffers with us and how we can care for others who are suffering.Simon of Cyrene helped Jesus carry the Cross: we can offer others help, even strangers, by way of our ministering to them, be it only a smile or word of encouragement; the women of Jerusalem wept for Jesus: we weep as, feeling powerless, we watch those we love suffer, and we can offer them our compassion and faith; Jesus is stripped of his garments: many are robbed of self-worth by society as they age, grow infirm or suffer wasting disease, we can offer compassion and our belief that all they have lost will be restored in the love of Christ. Walking the Way of the Cross reminds us that Jesus has shared our humanity, has suffered for us, and that he walks with us, promising never to leave us.
£4.99
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Touching Down
In this book, Nick Fawcett draws inspiration from things as mundane as a, feather duster, a shopping trolley and even a burst pipe to show how prayer can touch down to earth in such a way that life in turn is touched by heaven.
£9.99
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Calling Mars
Nick Fawcett's prayers have long provided Christians around the world with a down-to-earth and challenging base for a rich prayer life. In this latest collection, he addresses matters that resonate with men including work life, home life, sport, money, and health. This is a practical and fresh tool for men as they walk the path of everyday life.
£13.99 - £15.99
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Seven Whole Days
Finding God in everyday lifeSeven whole days explores how faith and a relationship with God in prayer can impact every day of the week, not just Sundays, and how we might take a sense of God's presence into our daily routines.
£9.99
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Cross Examined
The Crucified and Resurrection Christ are icons, objects of worship and veneration, and our understanding of them cannot be separated from their place in scripture, liturgy and devotion. In them we find Christ looking at us, disturbing us with questions which confront us, out institutions, relationships, self-image and out inner sense of being.This book addresses not only what we ask of Scripture, but what scripture asks of us. In investigating the Cross and the Resurrection, it is we who are cross-examined. In them we seek to glimpse something of the truth God has revealed and through them we hope to discover something more of the mystery which is ourselves.
£13.99
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Fast And Feast
Lent is traditionally a time of fasting. All too easily we can see fasting in negative terms - of things given up. But we should also consider what we could increase and do more of. This set of daily Lenten meditations suggests something of each - some things to give up and some to take on. To make use of it will be something of a Lenten discipline: a fast from some activities whilst nourishing hearts and minds. Fast & Feast is also suitable for personal reflection and prayer.
£13.99
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