"[CDATA]Every year thousands of God's servants leave the ministry convinced they are failures. Years ago, in the midst of a crisis of faith, Kent Hughes almost became one of them. But instead he and his wife Barbara turned to God's Word, determined to learn what God had to say about success and to evaluate their ministry from a biblical point of view. This book describes their journey and their liberation from the "success syndrome"-the ..."
"Disciplines of a Godly Family covers such topics as establishing a solid family heritage, promoting affection between family members, encouraging godliness in children, using appropriate discipline, and helping children cultivate enriching lifelong habits. The Hugheses also offer tips for fun and affordable family vacations, creating family traditions, and starting a prayer notebook. They even give us a suggested list of books and video ..."
Disciplines of a Godly Man(10th Edition) (Paperback Edition) by R. KentHughes Paperback, 304 Pages, Published 2006 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-58134-758-6, ISBN: 1-58134-758-8
""Discipline is a subject about which the Scriptures say much-but contemporary authors have been peculiarly silent. Kent Hughes fills a gaping void with this superb volume.… If there is a spark of spiritual desire in your soul, this book will surely kindle it into a blazing passion for godly discipline." -John MacArthur, pastor and best-selling author "This is a book for men who are eager to learn how to be more effective. It comes from ..."
"Everyone has a worldview. How did we get it? How is it formed? Is it possible by persuasion and logic to change one's worldview? In Rethinking Worldview, writer and worldview teacher J. Mark Bertrand has a threefold aim. First, he seeks to capture a more complex, nuanced appreciation of what worldviews really are. Then he situates worldviews in the larger context of a lived faith. Finally, he explores the organic connections betw ..."
Exodus Saved for God's Glory (Preaching the Word) by Philip Graham Ryken, R. KentHughes Hardcover, 1,248 Pages, Published 2005 by Crossway Books ISBN-13: 978-1-58134-489-9, ISBN: 1-58134-489-9
"“Mommy, I can’t wait until Christmas!” Claire squealed as she did a cartwheel. “I know, Claire,” Mommy said. “You only have to wait a few more days.” “How many days till Christmas?” Claire’s little brother, Camden, asked. Mommy laughed. “Only five more! While we wait let’s talk about why we have Christmas.” “Oh, I know,” Claire said quickly. “That’s when Jesus was born!” “That’s right!” Mommy answered. “Christmas should remind us of God ..."
1 and 2 Peter and Jude(1st Edition) Sharing Christ's Sufferings (Preaching the Word Commentaries) by David R. Helm, Ted Griffin Hardcover, 416 Pages, Published 2008 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-58134-960-3, ISBN: 1-58134-960-2
"Disciplines of a Godly Family presents a consistent, creative, loving approach to rearing children. Parents of four and grandparents of eighteen (so far), Kent and Barbara Hughes have plenty of experience using simple, practical ideas to raise a godly family and have fun in the process. They draw deeply from the Bible and their own years of raising children in this warm and intimate book. Peppered with examples from their loving (but no ..."
2 Corinthians Power in Weakness (Preaching the Word) by R. KentHughes Hardcover, 272 Pages, Published 2006 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-58134-763-0, ISBN: 1-58134-763-4
"During Paul's ministry, Corinth was a newly rebuilt, bustling, important city in the Roman Empire. It was a place full of pride, individualism, wealth, and religious pluralism. No wonder its inhabitants held little regard for Paul's message!Sound familiar? Our contemporary culture has much in common with ancient Corinth. The relevance of this book to churches today is astounding. Paul delivers powerful theology that turns the values of ..."
Genesis(1st Edition) Beginning and Blessing (PREACHING THE WORD) by R. KentHughes Hardcover, 704 Pages, Published 2004 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-58134-629-9, ISBN: 1-58134-629-8
"The book of Genesis contains some of the most beautiful and well-known stories in the Bible: the garden, the flood, the tower of Babel, and the lives of the patriarchs. But these are more than just good stories. They lay the groundwork for God's relationship with humanity and for his plan for our salvation, making Genesis foundational to understanding everything else that happens in the Bible.Genesis reveals much about human nature and ..."
"An anthology of Advent readings collected from the writings and sermons of 22 classic and contemporary theologians and Bible teachers. Between purchasing presents and planning travel, enjoying holiday pageants and attending parties, it is all too easy for Christmas to silence the sacredness and crowd out a quiet anticipation of the season's truths. So when editor Nancy Guthrie decided she wanted a reflective book of Advent readings that ..."
"Los hogares y las iglesias de nuestros dias precisan de hombres dispuestos a seguir el camino de la piedad a todo costo. Empleando abiertas ilustraciones, sabiduria biblica, sugerencias practicas y preguntas de estudio, Kent Hughes presenta una franca discusion biblica sobre los importantes aspectos de la hombria cristiana: la familia, la piedad, el liderazgo, el ministerio y mucho mas. Este valioso libro le inspirara a vivir una vida e ..."
"Our lives can change in an instant. A late-night phone call bears tragic news. A doctor's appointment reveals grave test results. Suddenly, with blinding force, storms of suffering and sadness slam into us, knocking us to the ground and leaving us questioning God. Pastor Marc Maillefer draws from biblical wisdom, his own life, and his pastoral experience to provide vivid illustrations and applications of the life of the suffering saint. ..."
Philippians(1st Edition) The Fellowship of the Gospel (Preaching the Word) by R. KentHughes Hardcover, 240 Pages, Published 2007 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-58134-954-2, ISBN: 1-58134-954-8
"The four chapters of Philippians contain some of the most-quoted and beloved passages in Scripture: "For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain," "Rejoice in the Lord always," "Do not be anxious about anything," "I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content." Yet in our familiarity with the Apostle Paul's words to his favorite church, we must be careful not to miss the deeper themes, says commentator R. Kent Hughes. Themes ..."
Isaiah God Saves Sinners (Preaching the Word) by R. KentHughes, Raymond C. Ortlund Hardcover, 496 Pages, Published 2005 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-58134-727-2, ISBN: 1-58134-727-8
"Isaiah is widely considered the deepest, richest, and most theologically significant book in the Old Testament. It is, without question, a profound statement by God about his own sovereignty and majesty spoken through his chosen spokesman, the prophet Isaiah. In this expository commentary on the book of Isaiah, Raymond C. Ortlund, Jr., argues that Isaiah imparts a single vision of God throughout all sixty-six chapters. It is a unifie ..."
Daniel(1st Edition) The Triumph of God's Kingdom (Preaching the Word) by Rodney D. Stortz, R. KentHughes Hardcover, 256 Pages, Published 2004 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-58134-550-6, ISBN: 1-58134-550-X
" Containing both triumphant stories of God's provision and difficult prophetic images, the book of Daniel stirs readers' imagination and interest. Examples abound of Daniel's unswerving dedication to the God of Israel, and the prophet describes the coming days in striking detail. Throughout this book the nature of Daniel's God is revealed to us. God's plans for the future judgment and deliverance of this world, and his followers' relat ..."
Set Apart Calling a Worldly Church to a Godly Life by R. KentHughes, Set Apart Paperback, 176 Pages, Published 2003 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-58134-491-2, ISBN: 1-58134-491-0
"Men, we will never get anywhere in life without discipline, and doubly so in spiritual matters. None of us is inherently righteous, so Paul's instructions regarding spiritual discipline in 1 Timothy 4:7-8 take on personal urgency: "Train yourself for godliness; for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come." That word "train" comes f ..."
Preaching the Word Genesis : Beginning and Blessing by R. KentHughes 704 Pages, Published 2004 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-1732-7, ISBN: 1-4335-1732-9
"Dillmann says that ever after the name would tell the Israelites that when Jacob
contended successfully with God, he won the battle with man (Genesis, vol. 2, p.
279). ... 126, 127. J. I. Packer, Knowing God (Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity
Press, 1974), p. 85. ... Part of their purification process included donating to the
sanctuary booty consisting of “articles of gold, armlets and bracelets, signet rings,
earrings, and beads, to ..."
Acts The Church Afire (Preaching the Word) by R. KentHughes Hardcover, 382 Pages, Published 1996 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-0-89107-873-9, ISBN: 0-89107-873-8
"'Africa for the Africans' was the name given to the extraordinary movement led by Jamaican Marcus Mosiah Garvey (1887-1940). Volumes I-VII of the "Marcus Garvey and Universal Negro Improvement Association Papers" chronicled the Garvey movement that flourished in the United States during the 1920s. Now, the long-awaited African volumes of this edition demonstrate clearly the central role Africans played in the development of the Garvey p ..."