Practicing the Present The Neglected Art of Living in the Now by JohnM. Koessler Paperback, 224 Pages, Published 2019 by Moody Publishers ISBN-13: 978-0-8024-1868-5, ISBN: 0-8024-1868-6
"The present is more than a place where the past comes to rest.It is more than a staging ground for the future.The present is where God shows up.We live our lives in the present, but often our minds are racing toward the future or overwhelmed by the past. We want to change the past and control the future, but usually all we really do is exhaust ourselves in the here and now. Writing especially with church leaders in mind, Dr. John Koessl ..."
"Disappointment is a feeling everyone knows well—failed relationships, buyer’s remorse, unmet expectations, and so on. In a broken world, disappointment surrounds us.But Christians know that Jesus will never disappoint us, right? Wrong. John Koessler explains how Jesus disappoints everyone. He never fails, but he does disappoint.We come to Jesus with false expectations, demanding or expecting things he doesn’t promise, and then when ..."
"The Moody Bible Commentary brings together 29 Moody Bible Institute faculty to produce a one-volume commentary on the whole Bible. Each book is introduced with a description of its author, date, purpose, and themes, and is outlined to show its overall structure. Drawing on the best evangelical scholarship, the authors provide commentary on sections and passages, communicating the meaning of the text. Scripture being commented on ..."
" "I can't tell you how many times I have preached and afterward promised God I would never embarrass Him like that again." Joseph M. Stowell. Unnatural. Supernatural. A gift. Hard work. Exhilarating. Terrifying. These words only begin to describe the challenge and reward each pastor experiences. So what can assist today's pastors in such an ende ..."
True Discipleship Companion Guide(Updated) The Art of Following Jesus by JohnM. Koessler Paperback, 288 Pages, Published 2003 by Moody Publishers ISBN-13: 978-0-8024-1643-8, ISBN: 0-8024-1643-8
"Most of us would answer 'No' when asked if we were like Jesus. So how do we become more like Jesus?John Koessler believes the answer is by understanding and developing the marks of a true disciple in our lives. In True Discipleship and this companion guide, he provides a straightforward presentation of the characteristics Jesus laid out for His disciples. As he offers teaching on the practice of discipleship and the responsibility ..."
True Discipleship(Updated) The Art of Following Jesus by JohnM. Koessler Paperback, 208 Pages, Published 2003 by Moody Publishers ISBN-13: 978-0-8024-1642-1, ISBN: 0-8024-1642-X
"Most of us would answer 'No' when asked if we were like Jesus. So how do we become more like Jesus? John Koessler believes the answer is by understanding and developing the marks of a true disciple in our lives. In True Discipleship and the companion guide, he provides a straightforward presentation of the characteristics Jesus laid out for His disciples. As he offers teaching on the practice of discipleship and the responsibility ..."
God Our Father by JohnM. Koessler Paperback, 300 Pages, Published 1999 by Moody Publishers ISBN-13: 978-0-8024-4068-6, ISBN: 0-8024-4068-1
"What is God like? This profound, simple question reverberates through the centuries. And it is a question that not only finds delight, but a kind of wonder, in the shocking and surprising answer found throughout Scripture: God is a Father. Answers like that deserve exploration. The idea that God is a father is too full, too rich in implications, to not be deeply examined, explored, and considered. That is exactly what John Koessler does ..."
"Evangelical Christian Publishers Association Top Shelf Book Cover Award We live in a culture that values activity, achievement and accomplishment. Whether in our careers, churches, schools or families, busyness is the norm in our lives, and anything less makes us feel unproductive and anxious. We have to work all the harder, then, to pursue true rest in a 24-7 world that is constantly in motion. John Koessler understands that rest is ..."
"The two standards emphasized in Colossians 4:1 are what is “right” and what is “
fair.” Compensation is to be “in proportion to the service rendered.” See John
Murray, Principles of Conduct: Aspects of Biblical Ethics (Grand Rapids:
Eerdmans, ..."
""I can't tell you how many times I have preached and afterward promised God I would never embarrass Him like that again." Joseph M. Stowell. Unnatural. Supernatural. A gift. Hard work. Exhilarating. Terrifying. These words only begin to describe the challenge and reward each pastor experiences. So what can assist today's pastors in such an endea ..."
"Yet few believers are really satisfied with their prayer life. Perhaps this is because
we feel that something so necessary must be easy. Prayer, however, does not
always come automatically or easily, even to those who know its importance. And
pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this
in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints. Pray also for me,
that whenever I open my ..."
Foundational Faith Unchangeable Truth for an Ever-changing World by JohnM. Koessler 224 Pages, Published 2003 by Moody Publishers ISBN-13: 978-1-57567-888-7, ISBN: 1-57567-888-8
"Origen, in his Against Celsus (early third century), addresses well some of these
concerns. ... Gnostic denials of Jesus' humanity by early Christian heretics such
as Carpocrites and Cerinthus were refuted by Fathers ... Christ, it becomes
evident that the belief in the Virgin Birth must have been prevalent long before
the close of the first century,” in Machen, Virgin Birth, 7. 9. ... For an excellent
treatment of the background a ..."
"When you stand before your congregation, what do you hope to accomplish when you preach the Word? If people have Bibles and the freedom to read and pray on their own---why do they need you? In short, what do you bring to the table? Author, pastor, and professor John Koessler answers those questions and many more. Why does one sermon have a powerful effect on the audience while another falls flat? Why should listeners heed what the pr ..."
All Together Different Upholding the Church's Unity While Honoring Our Individual Identities by J. Brian Tucker, JohnKoessler 272 Pages, Published 2018 by Moody Publishers ISBN-13: 978-0-8024-9639-3, ISBN: 0-8024-9639-3
"John Koessler and Brian Tucker have some answers and they go well beyond
simplistic platitudes of respect and tolerance. Instead, they offer us a set of ideas
and practices that strike at the core of who we are. Understanding our identity
and the identities of others is the first step toward building cultural intelligence, so
I highly recommend this book for helping Christians in that quest. DAVID
LIVERMORE Leader, Cultural Intelli ..."
All Together Different Upholding the Church's Unity While Honoring Our Individual Identities by J. Brian Tucker, JohnKoessler Paperback, 272 Pages, Published 2018 by Moody Publishers ISBN-13: 978-0-8024-1808-1, ISBN: 0-8024-1808-2
"Can we all just get along?E Pluribus Unum: “Out of many, one.” This motto is emblazoned on the Great Seal of the United States, but it could be the church’s model, too. Unfortunately, the daily experience of many Christians and churches feels like the opposite: out of one, many. We are increasingly aware of what makes us different from others, and it is hurting the church and its witness. All Together Different will help readers underst ..."
The Radical Pursuit of Rest Escaping the Productivity Trap (Large Print 16pt) by JohnKoessler Paperback, 214 Pages, Published 2016 by Readhowyouwant Large Print ISBN-13: 978-1-5252-2708-0, ISBN: 1-5252-2708-4
"Whether in our careers, churches, schools or families, busyness is the norm, and anything less makes us feel unproductive and anxious. John Koessler understands that rest is not automatic or easy to attain. With honest, biblical reflections on trends in our culture and churches, he presents a unique perspective on how pursuing rest leads us to the heart of God."
The Radical Pursuit of Rest Escaping the Productivity Trap by JohnKoessler 176 Pages, Published 2016 by Intervarsity Press ISBN-13: 978-0-8308-9937-1, ISBN: 0-8308-9937-5
"... gentle reader, I point my finger at you—“Behold, the restless one!” But of
course, three fingers are pointing back at me. Some people argue, rightly, that we
live in a sex-saturated culture, and that this makes obedience in sexual matters a
mighty challenge today. But it is more true that we live in a culture saturated with
activity and anxiety, and that this makes obedience to the fourth commandment
nearly impossible—harder th ..."
"These would seem to be merely extraneous factors, human additions that have
the potential to complicate the simplicity of preaching and obscure God's
message. Students who raise this question are quick to point out that Paul
himself denounced the human artifice of Greek rhetoric. Martyn Lloyd-Jones
shared their suspicion. He considered books with titles like The Craft of Sermon
Construction or The Craft of Sermon Illustration to be ..."
Westward Dreams A Stranger in the House of God by JohnKoessler 224 Pages, Published 2009 by Zondervan ISBN-13: 978-0-310-86421-9, ISBN: 0-310-86421-6
"John Koessler. Still, he felt the gentle urging of the Spirit, as the Lord insisted, “
Watson, I want you to be a pastor. ... John Newton once wrote, “If you had the
talents of an angel, you could do no good with them till His hour is come, and till
He ..."
A Stranger in the House of God From Doubt to Faith and Everywhere in Between by JohnKoessler Paperback, 224 Pages, Published 2007 by Zondervan ISBN-13: 978-0-310-27413-1, ISBN: 0-310-27413-3
"Growing up the son of agnostics, John Koessler saw a Catholic church on one end of the street and a Baptist on the other. In the no-man's land between the two, this curious outside wondered about the God they worshipped---and began a lifelong search to comprehend the grace and mystery of God. A Stranger in the House of God addresses fundamental questions and struggles faced by spiritual seekers and mature believers. Like a contemporar ..."