Author: Kevin Morrisey
Publisher: Ambassador International
ISBN: 1935507664
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
“God’s Lineup” is a collection of testimonies from Major League baseball players and how Christ has impacted their lives on and off the field. There are trying times in the sport of baseball and among Christians. This book is a breath of fresh air for both baseball fans and Christians. It illustrates how all people, including the top baseball players, face trying times and how being saved has changed them and the way they play the game. Each chapter focuses on one ball player and tells the story about how their life was before knowing Christ, how they came to know Him and how their life has changed.
God's Lineup!
Author: Kevin Morrisey
Publisher: Ambassador International
ISBN: 1935507664
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
“God’s Lineup” is a collection of testimonies from Major League baseball players and how Christ has impacted their lives on and off the field. There are trying times in the sport of baseball and among Christians. This book is a breath of fresh air for both baseball fans and Christians. It illustrates how all people, including the top baseball players, face trying times and how being saved has changed them and the way they play the game. Each chapter focuses on one ball player and tells the story about how their life was before knowing Christ, how they came to know Him and how their life has changed.
Publisher: Ambassador International
ISBN: 1935507664
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
“God’s Lineup” is a collection of testimonies from Major League baseball players and how Christ has impacted their lives on and off the field. There are trying times in the sport of baseball and among Christians. This book is a breath of fresh air for both baseball fans and Christians. It illustrates how all people, including the top baseball players, face trying times and how being saved has changed them and the way they play the game. Each chapter focuses on one ball player and tells the story about how their life was before knowing Christ, how they came to know Him and how their life has changed.
There Is No Fear of God in This Land
Author: Jeff Andrick
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN: 197364116X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 86
Book Description
“Jeff, I couldn’t put it down. Started reading and couldn’t stop. Not a conventional approach, but your subject matter really matters. Your personal stories win the reader over, conclusions were solid and the presentation intriguing. Thanks for the opportunity to be an early reader and fan! Really good, Jeff.” “I think you nailed it, Jeff. Your passion shows through. You won’t sell many copies, though, maybe to a few serious Christians.” There is no fear of God in this land. Without a proper fear of God straying is inevitable in our practices and our beliefs. What was once staunchly admonished is now tacitly accepted and important doctrines are treated like casual recommendations. If the Word of God is so serious and profound, why do contemporary Christians treat it so playfully?
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN: 197364116X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 86
Book Description
“Jeff, I couldn’t put it down. Started reading and couldn’t stop. Not a conventional approach, but your subject matter really matters. Your personal stories win the reader over, conclusions were solid and the presentation intriguing. Thanks for the opportunity to be an early reader and fan! Really good, Jeff.” “I think you nailed it, Jeff. Your passion shows through. You won’t sell many copies, though, maybe to a few serious Christians.” There is no fear of God in this land. Without a proper fear of God straying is inevitable in our practices and our beliefs. What was once staunchly admonished is now tacitly accepted and important doctrines are treated like casual recommendations. If the Word of God is so serious and profound, why do contemporary Christians treat it so playfully?
Just Call Me Dad
Author: James W. Minton Sr. Jim
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN: 1973650835
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Do kids come with an owner’s manual? This book is about Jim Minton’s journey of figuring out how to raise his kids and learning a lot about himself in the process. When Jim’s children were born, he focused on raising Division I athletes who would make him look good. He started off as that obnoxious dad we have all witnessed at sporting events. He ended up with thirteen principles for improving himself, plus three amazing kids who bring him great joy as they walk in the truth. Jim loves good quotes. He kept a list on the refrigerator as his kids grew up, many of them coming from legendary basketball coach John Wooden. Jim knew his kids were going to find the bad stuff on their phones and in the culture; it was up to him to get the good stuff in front of them. Along the way, Jim discovered that the Bible is the owner’s manual he was looking for.
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN: 1973650835
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Do kids come with an owner’s manual? This book is about Jim Minton’s journey of figuring out how to raise his kids and learning a lot about himself in the process. When Jim’s children were born, he focused on raising Division I athletes who would make him look good. He started off as that obnoxious dad we have all witnessed at sporting events. He ended up with thirteen principles for improving himself, plus three amazing kids who bring him great joy as they walk in the truth. Jim loves good quotes. He kept a list on the refrigerator as his kids grew up, many of them coming from legendary basketball coach John Wooden. Jim knew his kids were going to find the bad stuff on their phones and in the culture; it was up to him to get the good stuff in front of them. Along the way, Jim discovered that the Bible is the owner’s manual he was looking for.
First, I’D Like to Thank God
Author: simon desmarais-zalob
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1491724595
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
Do you ever wonder why athletes always seem to thank God, first and foremost, in post-game interviews? Or why they point to the heavens following a home run or a touchdown? This book takes a look at the relationship between top athletes and religiosity (or spirituality) in a number of different ways. It aims to address the issues of when sport and religion began to merge, whether professional athletes are, in fact, more religious than the rest of the population, how a spiritual mindset might (or might not) benefit athletes, and why wearing the same underwear during a winning streak has anything to do with religious faith. These questions are confronted by looking at psychological and sociological studies, conducting original research, and examining exclusive interviews with professional athletes. So what does a player like Jerry Stackhouse think of the culture of faith in the NBA? How does an agnostic athlete view the religiously themed celebrations in the NFL? Are top performers in other walks of life just as religious as top athletes? The results might surprise you.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1491724595
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
Do you ever wonder why athletes always seem to thank God, first and foremost, in post-game interviews? Or why they point to the heavens following a home run or a touchdown? This book takes a look at the relationship between top athletes and religiosity (or spirituality) in a number of different ways. It aims to address the issues of when sport and religion began to merge, whether professional athletes are, in fact, more religious than the rest of the population, how a spiritual mindset might (or might not) benefit athletes, and why wearing the same underwear during a winning streak has anything to do with religious faith. These questions are confronted by looking at psychological and sociological studies, conducting original research, and examining exclusive interviews with professional athletes. So what does a player like Jerry Stackhouse think of the culture of faith in the NBA? How does an agnostic athlete view the religiously themed celebrations in the NFL? Are top performers in other walks of life just as religious as top athletes? The results might surprise you.
Baseball Hits and Bible Bits
Author: Frank D. Minton
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1543484751
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 205
Book Description
In Baseball Hits and Bible Bits, pastor and former Minor League pitcher Frank D. Minton shares unforgettable stories and anecdotes about two of his great loves in lifebaseball and the Bible. When Minton was eleven years old, God called him to preach; that call to serve the Lord would never leave his heart. His north high school exploits on the ball fields of Wichita, Kansas, earned him a scholarship at the University of Oklahoma and eventually a contract with the Dodgers organization. After three years in the minors, he realized that following Gods call was more important than making it to the big leagues. He turned down the Dodgers contract offer for a fourth year, leaving baseball behind to become a Baptist minister. It was one of the most difficult decisions of his life, but according to Minton, he traded a diamond for a crown. Baseball poems and songs are sprinkled throughout, and sketches by artist Berth-el Young add dimension and feeling. With stories about baseball greats both past and presentsuch as Sandy Koufax, Josh Hamilton, and Albert Pujolsand rich autobiographical details of a life lived in the service of the Lord, Baseball Hits and Bible Bits has something for just about everybody: from little leaguers to bush leaguers to big leaguers.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1543484751
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 205
Book Description
In Baseball Hits and Bible Bits, pastor and former Minor League pitcher Frank D. Minton shares unforgettable stories and anecdotes about two of his great loves in lifebaseball and the Bible. When Minton was eleven years old, God called him to preach; that call to serve the Lord would never leave his heart. His north high school exploits on the ball fields of Wichita, Kansas, earned him a scholarship at the University of Oklahoma and eventually a contract with the Dodgers organization. After three years in the minors, he realized that following Gods call was more important than making it to the big leagues. He turned down the Dodgers contract offer for a fourth year, leaving baseball behind to become a Baptist minister. It was one of the most difficult decisions of his life, but according to Minton, he traded a diamond for a crown. Baseball poems and songs are sprinkled throughout, and sketches by artist Berth-el Young add dimension and feeling. With stories about baseball greats both past and presentsuch as Sandy Koufax, Josh Hamilton, and Albert Pujolsand rich autobiographical details of a life lived in the service of the Lord, Baseball Hits and Bible Bits has something for just about everybody: from little leaguers to bush leaguers to big leaguers.
I Live for This!
Author: Bill Plaschke
Publisher: HMH
ISBN: 0547347278
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
An award-winning sportswriter teams up with LA Dodgers manager and Hall of Famer Tommy Lasorda to reveal the secrets of his unlikely success. Tommy Lasorda is baseball's true immortal and one of its larger than life figures. A former pitcher who was overshadowed by Sandy Koufax, Lasorda went on to a Hall of Fame career as a manager with one of baseball's most storied franchises. His teams won two World Series, four National League pennants, and eight division titles. He was twice named National League manager of the year and he also led the United States baseball team to the gold medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics. In I Live for This! award-winning sportswriter Bill Plaschke shows us one of baseball's last living legends as we've never seen him before, revealing the man behind the myth, the secrets to his amazing, unlikely success, and his unvarnished opinions on the state of the game. Bravely and brilliantly, I Live for This! dissects the personality to give us the person. By the end we’re left with an indelible portrait of a legend that, if Tommy Lasorda has anything to say about it, we won’t ever forget.
Publisher: HMH
ISBN: 0547347278
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
An award-winning sportswriter teams up with LA Dodgers manager and Hall of Famer Tommy Lasorda to reveal the secrets of his unlikely success. Tommy Lasorda is baseball's true immortal and one of its larger than life figures. A former pitcher who was overshadowed by Sandy Koufax, Lasorda went on to a Hall of Fame career as a manager with one of baseball's most storied franchises. His teams won two World Series, four National League pennants, and eight division titles. He was twice named National League manager of the year and he also led the United States baseball team to the gold medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics. In I Live for This! award-winning sportswriter Bill Plaschke shows us one of baseball's last living legends as we've never seen him before, revealing the man behind the myth, the secrets to his amazing, unlikely success, and his unvarnished opinions on the state of the game. Bravely and brilliantly, I Live for This! dissects the personality to give us the person. By the end we’re left with an indelible portrait of a legend that, if Tommy Lasorda has anything to say about it, we won’t ever forget.
Unexpected Crossroads
Author: Tylia L. Flores
Publisher: Tylia Flores
ISBN:
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 414
Book Description
In her new novel, Unexpected Crossroads, Tylia L. Flores takes readers on an emotional journey with Emily Rose Baker, a 17-year-old girl who possesses an extraordinary spirit. Born with cerebral palsy, Emily has faced numerous challenges throughout her life. However, she refuses to let her disability define her. Last summer, Emily embarked on a visit to her father's home in Florida. Little did she know, this week-long trip would forever change her life. A chance encounter with Carter, another teenager living with cerebral palsy, sparked a beautiful and inspiring romance. Their connection was instantaneous, and their bond grew stronger with each passing day. Emily and Carter's love story was nothing short of magical. They understood each other's struggles and shared a deep connection that is rare to find. But as the summer came to an end, Emily faced the reality of returning to her hometown, leaving behind the comfort and familiarity she had found in Carter's arms. Determined to keep their relationship alive, Emily and Carter embark on a long-distance journey. They face numerous obstacles, including the challenges of their CP and the distance between them, but their love for each other knows no boundaries. Through their unwavering determination and unwavering support, they navigate the ups and downs that come with being in a long-distance relationship. Unexpected Crossroads is a story that reminds us that love knows no limits. It is a testament to the power of perseverance and the unwavering strength that can exist in the simplest acts of kindness. Tylia L. Flores' writing beautifully captures the essence of Emily's journey, showcasing the resilience, courage, and love that lies within the hearts of those with special needs. Fans of romance and heartfelt stories will find solace in Unexpected Crossroads. It reminds us that love is a universal language that knows no boundaries, and that sometimes, the most unexpected moments can lead to the most profound love stories.
Publisher: Tylia Flores
ISBN:
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 414
Book Description
In her new novel, Unexpected Crossroads, Tylia L. Flores takes readers on an emotional journey with Emily Rose Baker, a 17-year-old girl who possesses an extraordinary spirit. Born with cerebral palsy, Emily has faced numerous challenges throughout her life. However, she refuses to let her disability define her. Last summer, Emily embarked on a visit to her father's home in Florida. Little did she know, this week-long trip would forever change her life. A chance encounter with Carter, another teenager living with cerebral palsy, sparked a beautiful and inspiring romance. Their connection was instantaneous, and their bond grew stronger with each passing day. Emily and Carter's love story was nothing short of magical. They understood each other's struggles and shared a deep connection that is rare to find. But as the summer came to an end, Emily faced the reality of returning to her hometown, leaving behind the comfort and familiarity she had found in Carter's arms. Determined to keep their relationship alive, Emily and Carter embark on a long-distance journey. They face numerous obstacles, including the challenges of their CP and the distance between them, but their love for each other knows no boundaries. Through their unwavering determination and unwavering support, they navigate the ups and downs that come with being in a long-distance relationship. Unexpected Crossroads is a story that reminds us that love knows no limits. It is a testament to the power of perseverance and the unwavering strength that can exist in the simplest acts of kindness. Tylia L. Flores' writing beautifully captures the essence of Emily's journey, showcasing the resilience, courage, and love that lies within the hearts of those with special needs. Fans of romance and heartfelt stories will find solace in Unexpected Crossroads. It reminds us that love is a universal language that knows no boundaries, and that sometimes, the most unexpected moments can lead to the most profound love stories.
Daily Bible Study Fall 2023
Author: Timothy Merrill
Publisher: Kingswood Books
ISBN: 1791025293
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
Grow your faith daily. Transform your life. Experience God in deeper ways by spending time in God’s Word. Daily Bible Study is the perfect resource for individuals who want to grow in their relationship with God and enhance their engagement with lessons in Adult Bible Studies. Designed to meet the needs of busy people, each daily reading includes a Scripture reference, a personal faith-related question, an explanation and application of the biblical text, and a prayer, all on one page. Available in print and eBook and as an app. Additional information about Daily Bible Study, Fall 2023 Theme: God Provides This fall, Daily Bible Study presents a series of readings supporting the theme “God Provides.” These readings explore the basic human needs of food, water, and shelter and the vulnerability that comes to those who lack access to them. They remind us of God’s gracious provision in meeting these needs and our responsibility to help secure these necessities for those who lack them. These daily readings come from Old and New Testament texts, prepare us for the lessons in Adult Bible Studies, and are written by Timothy Merrill, Taylor Mills, and Sue Mink. Unit 1 Food Readings in this unit remind us of God’s generous provision of food for humans and wild creatures and of our responsibility to offer sustenance for those who are hungry and in need. Scriptures: Exodus 16:2-9, 31-32 | 1 Kings 17:16; 19:8 | Mark 6:30-44 | Luke 14:1-15 Spiritual Practice: Feasting Unit 2 Water Scripture uses the motif of water in many ways, which the readings in this unit explore. Water represents a metaphor for chaos, historical enemies, judgment of God, devastation of drought-stricken land, and personal distress. Water is also a gift from God for the flourishing of all creation, refreshment for body and soul, and source of eternal life embodied in Jesus. Thirst for water and provision of water are metaphors for the human relationship with God. Scriptures: Genesis 21:9-21 | Exodus 17:1-7 | Psalm 42 | John 7:32-44 | Matthew 25:31-46 Spiritual Practice: Creation Care Unit 3 Shelter The economic and social vulnerabilities that lead people to experience homelessness today do not have ancient analogies in Scripture. Even so, the physical security of home is a relevant theological idea. Although various biblical texts may make it easy to focus our attention on spiritual shelter in God’s presence, those who experience such a home in God find resources to extend hospitality and care through various means with those who today are experiencing homelessness. Scriptures: Exodus 29:42-46 | Psalm 27 | Deuteronomy 8:1-20 |John 1:1-14 Spiritual Practice: Hospitality
Publisher: Kingswood Books
ISBN: 1791025293
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
Grow your faith daily. Transform your life. Experience God in deeper ways by spending time in God’s Word. Daily Bible Study is the perfect resource for individuals who want to grow in their relationship with God and enhance their engagement with lessons in Adult Bible Studies. Designed to meet the needs of busy people, each daily reading includes a Scripture reference, a personal faith-related question, an explanation and application of the biblical text, and a prayer, all on one page. Available in print and eBook and as an app. Additional information about Daily Bible Study, Fall 2023 Theme: God Provides This fall, Daily Bible Study presents a series of readings supporting the theme “God Provides.” These readings explore the basic human needs of food, water, and shelter and the vulnerability that comes to those who lack access to them. They remind us of God’s gracious provision in meeting these needs and our responsibility to help secure these necessities for those who lack them. These daily readings come from Old and New Testament texts, prepare us for the lessons in Adult Bible Studies, and are written by Timothy Merrill, Taylor Mills, and Sue Mink. Unit 1 Food Readings in this unit remind us of God’s generous provision of food for humans and wild creatures and of our responsibility to offer sustenance for those who are hungry and in need. Scriptures: Exodus 16:2-9, 31-32 | 1 Kings 17:16; 19:8 | Mark 6:30-44 | Luke 14:1-15 Spiritual Practice: Feasting Unit 2 Water Scripture uses the motif of water in many ways, which the readings in this unit explore. Water represents a metaphor for chaos, historical enemies, judgment of God, devastation of drought-stricken land, and personal distress. Water is also a gift from God for the flourishing of all creation, refreshment for body and soul, and source of eternal life embodied in Jesus. Thirst for water and provision of water are metaphors for the human relationship with God. Scriptures: Genesis 21:9-21 | Exodus 17:1-7 | Psalm 42 | John 7:32-44 | Matthew 25:31-46 Spiritual Practice: Creation Care Unit 3 Shelter The economic and social vulnerabilities that lead people to experience homelessness today do not have ancient analogies in Scripture. Even so, the physical security of home is a relevant theological idea. Although various biblical texts may make it easy to focus our attention on spiritual shelter in God’s presence, those who experience such a home in God find resources to extend hospitality and care through various means with those who today are experiencing homelessness. Scriptures: Exodus 29:42-46 | Psalm 27 | Deuteronomy 8:1-20 |John 1:1-14 Spiritual Practice: Hospitality
A Sports Fan's Guide to Christian Athletes and Sports Trivia
Author: Dave Branon
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 9780802430847
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
This guide includes everything from top achievements of Christian athletes, to biographies and testimonies, to contact information for sports camps and sports ministries across the nation. You'll also find tons of trivia that can serve as a prayer tool.
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 9780802430847
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
This guide includes everything from top achievements of Christian athletes, to biographies and testimonies, to contact information for sports camps and sports ministries across the nation. You'll also find tons of trivia that can serve as a prayer tool.
The Baseball Geek's Bible
Author: Douglas B. Lyons
Publisher: Spruce
ISBN: 9781840728002
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Baseball has been the subject of more literature, films, and visual art than any other sport. This handy book celebrates the ever-popular sport by paying tribute to the most memorable, awe-inspiring, surprising, and never-bettered moments in the sport's history.
Publisher: Spruce
ISBN: 9781840728002
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Baseball has been the subject of more literature, films, and visual art than any other sport. This handy book celebrates the ever-popular sport by paying tribute to the most memorable, awe-inspiring, surprising, and never-bettered moments in the sport's history.