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Praying the Proverbs takes writings of wisdom literature from the Bible, and turns them into personal prayers that edify believers with its wise sayings on character, integrity, and love.

Prolific author, college and seminary professor, and co-founder of Liberty University, Elmer Towns has written a second Teaching Series consisting of six profound books designed to stir your spirit and increase your biblical knowledge: Grandparents in the Bible; The Ten Commandments According to Jesus; 7 Indispensable Words for Effective Prayer; Habits of the Heart; When God Is Silent; What Is Right? Intriguing titles with even more intriguing content. What Is Right? Biblical Principles for Decision-Making is a profound and in-depth examination of specific issues that are of great, even ...

Church Growth: The State of the Art is a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of the latest trends in church growth. Featuring twenty-two articles written by fifteen pastors and church leaders, this book offers valuable information about how you can expand your church’s outreach and spiritual growth. From computers to evangelism, lay ministries, organic growth, church planting, consultation, social networks, the power of faith, and the work of the Holy Spirit, Church Growth: The State of the Art aims at one goal: quality ministry that gets results.

In these economically stressful and high-unemployment times, Praying for Your Job brings solutions to the reality of the circumstances directly into the hands of those who are going through them - you. The two authors have a smoothly blended tone that gives listeners everything they need to deal with all aspects of employment, unemployment, résumés, interviews, financial guidelines, and the like - all wrapped up with peace-of-mind scriptures supporting every clearly presented principle.

May my meditation be pleasing to Him, as I rejoice in the Lord. PSALM 104:34 LEARN TO MEDITATE THE WAY GOD INTENDED Discover how the dynamic process of biblical meditation can help you deepen your spiritual relationship with the Lord in this inspiring how-to guide, the third book in the best-selling Spiritual Breakthrough series. Meditation is one of the lesser-understood disciplines of the Christian faith, yet it is mentioned in the Bible more times than fasting! Using biblical examples of meditation from the lives of Mary, David, Timothy and others, Elmer Towns shares 10 different ways in...

Conquer your challenges, fulfill your destiny! Praying your way through Joshua, Judges, and Ruth will give you the strength and stamina to face and conquer all of your daily challenges. You will be propelled toward the dream God has for you. The unique aspects of these three books of the Old Testament are vividly presented through contemporary illustrations and poignant prayers. Award-winning author and university professor Elmer Towns has meticulously researched and written a you-are-there narration providing interesting insight into the culture and religious practices of the day. But, in ...

Put Some Power in Your Prayer Life God calls us not only to pray for people but also with people—and whenever two or more gather together, Jesus is in their midst. Elmer Towns shows you how easily you can find a prayer partner, and also how to recognize and seize those moments throughout the day when you can pray for and with someone. Whenever and wherever you come together to pray, you nor only fulfill a Scripture requirement, but you also begin to experience the boundless dimensions of God's awesome power! Put your faith into action to express your love for others and help bear their ...

What kind of advice would married couples in the Bible give to couples today? The Bible provides a rich history about couples who experienced every imaginable hardship and obstacle. Now, their experiences come to life in How to Build a Lasting Marriage. This is a practical book for couples who want to build an enduring marriage based on biblical truths.

THE OLD TIME GOSPEL HOUR AND THE END OF THE AGE The Old Time Gospel Hour is a one hour television program which originates from the Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg, Virginia. This color telecast of the Sunday morning service of this church comprises the largest television network in the world. Dr. Jerry Falwell is Speaker for The Old Time Gospel Hour as well as Pastor of the Thomas Road Baptist Church. It seems that God has raised up several broadcasters on television and radio who are preaching the gospel “to every creature” in these days. Further, there is more preaching and ...

History has shown that great leaders have the ability to reach beyond the walls of their churches to influence cultures for Christ. We've seen it in the Pentecostal/charismatic movement, in the explosive growth of house churches in Communist China, in the expansion of the Southern Baptist Convention, and in the worldwide rise of praise and worship music led by Hillsong Church, among other phenomena.

The church was meant to multiply! “For where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am there in the midst of them” (Matt. 18:20). Are you interested in planting a church that has exponential impact? If so, you will be partnering with God to build something that is alive, vital, and majestic. There is a parallel between planting a church and planting a seed in the ground. In Planting Reproducing Churches, Dr. Elmer Towns explains God’s strategy of multiplication as it pertains to planting local church communities. By understanding that every living organism can reproduce a ...

Dr. Towns delicately presents the Psalms as a living language that will move you from your feet to your knees. —Dr. Bill Bright Praying the Psalms is a wonderful way to meet God every day. You will get close to His heart when you pray daily in the Book of Psalms. The Book of Psalms reflects the heart of God. Praying the Psalms carefully shapes the Psalms into personal prayers enabling you to identify with the Psalmist as he prayed. The author, Dr. Towns, is living breathing testimony of the power and fulfillment you will experience as you read the pages of this most powerful book. The ...

You are there...in the Book of Genesis! Exciting and rich in hope and relevance, this you-are-there narration provides deep insight and understanding into the beginning of time. You will personally experience the world as God created it to be. Praying Genesis is the eighth book in the series "Praying the Scriptures." Author Dr. Elmer Towns exposes the eternal relevance of the Book of Genesis for 21st-century living. The creation story is uniquely and vividly presented through contemporary illustrations and poignant prayers. As with Dr. Towns' previous books, Praying Genesis is written in ...

Elmer Towns is considered one of the leading authorities in Church Growth and Sunday School Outreach. Annually his research lists the largest and fastest growing churches in America. His “cutting edge research” has led to church growth and evangelism. One observer noted that the writing of Dr. Towns has resulted in more people being reached and enrolled in Sunday School than any other person in this half of our century. In Winning the Winnable Dr. Towns brings to focus a bright new day in evangelism – Friendship Evangelism. This book is imperative to evangelism because today’s ...

Revival is coming! With wonderful, God-given insight, Neil Anderson and Elmer Towns show us how we can personally experience it…and be used by God to spread it. Rivers of Revival is a special message from God’s great heart. Bill Bright Founder and President, Campus Crusade For Christ International Rivers of Revival makes you want to shout, “Glory!” By all means, read this book. Don’t sleep through the revolution! Joe Aldrich President, Multnomah Bible College Rivers of Revival communicates what our Lord has done to stir revival in days past, what He is doing now and what great ...

Ten of the Largest Church Ministries Aggressively Touching the World is about the innovative ways these leaders plant churches and the unique strategies they utilize to teach and disciple their people. It also explores the multifaceted methods they use to reach people for Jesus. These methods are based on eternal Biblical principles that never change, even when culture changes. This is your invitation to harvest wisdom and insight from some of the most respected, cutting-edge, and unique church leaders alive today!

Enrich your prayer life today! Learning how prayers of the kings were answered gives royal insight into another dimension of God’s faithfulness and mercy. Praying With the Kings continues Elmer Towns’ successful series on how to pray through the Scriptures. Focusing on First and Second Kings and Second Chronicles, you will learn much about yourself and your heavenly Father. Key topics include personal obedience, compromise, and idolatry; the powerful effect of political and spiritual leaders on a nation; and the sovereignty and judgment of God. Three important lessons are shared ...

It is powerful to transform your life. That’s because I came to change your life. First, I change your inner world...your desires, attitudes, motives and love. You will love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul and mind. Then second, I can change your surrounding world...your family...your work...your hobbies...your entertainment...even your language and habits. This second world involves your church, home, school and place of employment.

From Flawed to Called: Embracing Your Imperfection to Empower Your Faith Do you ever worry that your flaws prevent God from working through you? Are these imperfections causing you to doubt your ability to fulfill your destiny? Throughout the Bible, God used imperfect people to see His will be done. Prolific author and Bible teacher Elmer Towns illuminates the extraordinary journeys of biblical figures whose imperfections God used to weave the tapestry of His redemptive plan. Through these stories, you will be encouraged that God’s power is made perfect in our weakness. This ...

This is a paraphrase of the scriptures, based on the Gospels, that is different than anything you’ve ever read before. I am the narrator, and you are walking in My footsteps as I tell you the story of My birth, ministry, death, and resurrection. This book was written to show different aspects from My life on earth. You will learn about My sermons, My miracles, and how I showed God’s love to people. You will learn about the disciples who followed Me, and the millions of people whose lives were changed through placing their complete trust in Me. You will learn how to live on earth, and ...