"Reflections on Prayer J. Alfred Smith. of Well-Being ... Mason, C.H., "Prayer as a
Nursing Intervention," Journal of Christian Living, Vol. 12, No. ... As Good as Your
Word: A Third Book of Contemporary Prayers. ... Postema, Don. Space for God:
The Study and Practice of Prayer and Spirituality. Grand Rapids: Bible Way, 1983
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"Dr. Colleen Birchett brings to her role as editor a variety of professional
experiences. ... (Ph.D.) in Instructional Design from the University of Michigan ^j
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Journalism from the University of Michig; ^ j and a
Bachelor of ..."
"PREFACE by Dr. Colleen Birchett In the most recent issue of The State of Black
America, published by the National Urban League, Dr. Robert Hill wrote an
article identifying the most critical issues facing African American families by the
year 2000. He states: "After making unprecedented strides during the 1960's,
black families experienced sharp social and economic setbacks during the 1970'
sand 1980's." He went on to explain that t ..."
"Addresses the need to reconnect the Black family with the type of unity that has historically been at the root of its strength. This book deals with the struggles that come against the family such as racism, classism, economic uncertainty, and a lack of spiritual and ethnic identity. It contains vignettes from a collection of Bible families."
"That experience brought the words of the Apostle Paul to me: "My grace is
sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly
therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon
me. Therefore I take pleasure in my infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in
persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong
" (2 Corinthians 12:9-10). Dr ..."
"What African Americans Can Do Colleen Birchett. CONTENTS
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 1 1 PREFACE Dr. Colleen Birchett 13 INTRODUCTION
Dr. Colleen Birchett 17 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS We wish to acknowledge the
outstanding contributions of publications 9. I. The African Presence in Scripture
Dr. Clarence Walker 33 II. In Need of a Miracle Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr. 47 III. A
Word About Addictions Dr. James Forbes 63 IV. Genocide, Survival, or Victory? ..."
"Restoring Unity in the African American Family, written by Colleen Birchett, Ph.D.
This compelling book contains vignettes from a collection of Bible families, paired
with vignettes from African American family life. Each chapter is devoted to a
different biblical principle and begins with a story about contemporary African
American families. It then presents background information on the historical
context of the biblical family a ..."
"If you've ever wondered why righteous people suffer, this insightful program is for you. Examine the testimonies of 12 African Americans who triumphed over suffering and see how their faith was strengthened. Each inspiring chapter brings the individual testimony through commentary, Bible study application, church ministry application, and personal application."
"Also available: God's Power To Help Hurting People Adult Book (6-5510) God's
Power To Help Hurting People Leader Guide (6-5520) out the Editor Dr. Colleen
Birchett has a Ph.D. in Instructional Design and a Master of Arts in Journalism,
from the University of Michigan. She has created a series of best-selling thematic
Bible study books, and is currently teaching at DePaul University in Chicago.
About UMI UMI is the premier publisher ..."
"Biblical Strategies For A Community In Crisis contains inspirational messages and warnings by 11 leading Christian thinkers whose dreams have had a major impact on the African American community during the closing decades of the 20th Century."
"... Philadelphia House of Representatives (1989), has received the Blackbook
Humanitarian Award (1991), and is author of Gifted Hands; ... (1992); Dr. Cain
Hope Felder is a scholar, professor at Howard University School of Divinity,
author of Troubling Biblical Waters, and editor of Stony the Road We Trod; Anita
Baker is an internationally acclaimed ... for the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority; Judge
Higgonbotham is the author of more th ..."
"Walter L. Banks Colleen Birchett. Black prayer band of believers emerged from
the swamps to "steal away" to Jesus. For many slaves, these small prayer
meetings were the happiest times of their lives. Indeed, stealing away to Jesus
became a tradition among Black Americans. Out of this tradition came many ... It
makes it right!2 Prayer is the subject of this first of a series of books based on the
broadcasts of Dr. Walter Banks over ..."
"1. PART ONE A. PRAYER Open the session with prayer, including the lesson
aims. B. REVIEW Discuss the personal application question from Chapter Seven.
Ask for personal reflections. Then present the topic for today—passion for Christ.
Review the major episodes of ... What ten facts about Paul are presented in Acts
21 :37-22:3? 2. Given what you learned from ... In what ways might Paul's
ancestors have been similar to ancestors of Af ..."
"Walter L. Banks Colleen Birchett. Black prayer band of believers emerged from
the swamps to "steal away" to Jesus. For many slaves, these small prayer
meetings were the happiest times of their lives. Indeed, stealing away to Jesus
became a tradition among Black Americans. Out of this tradition came many other
melodies celebrating the joys of communicating with God. Now let us... Have a
little talk with Jesus. Let us... tell Him all ..."
"Solomon a. Solomon was a "middle child." David selected Solomon as king over
all of his brothers. b. David charged Solomon to be more prosperous than David
had been. However, on his death bed, David asked Solomon to obey God's
commands and to take care of some unfinished business of David's: a) kill Abner;
b) take care of the sons of Barzillai; c) punish Shimei by putting him to death. c.
He was to build the Jerusalem temple. d. To ..."
"Whether in the home, in the church, or in a Christian school, the challenge of contemporary Christian educators is to meet the academic needs of students while remaining unswerving in adherence to biblical principles. Christian Education: Foundations for the Future introduces you to the basics of a healthy Christian education program, then takes you beyond, showing you how to develop a fresh, innovative Christian education program ..."