I believe that the Bible speaks not merely to personal, family, and church issues, but to national, community, and governmental issues if we would take the time to listen. -James L. Garlow

Conservative Christians admit that they do not speak out on political or cultural issues because they do not know how to support their beliefs from a biblical basis, according to a recent poll. Instead, they remain silent on critical issues like marriage, racism, and transgender issues because they feel uninformed and ill-equipped to defend their beliefs.

New York Times bestselling author and pastor James L. Garlow offers the solution--a practical, biblical guide for the 21st century Christian. Well Versed: Biblical Answers to Today's Tough Issues (ISBN: 978-1-62157-550-4; $14.99; June 2016) informs and prepares readers to tackle the important issues of the day and engage with those around them in a loving, Scripturally-based manner.

In Well Versed, readers will learn Biblical responses to:

• Religion in the Public Square - Purpose of Government, the First Amendment, and Political Correctness
• Family and Life Issues - Marriage, School Choice, Abortion, Sexual Orientation, and Healthcare
• Economics - Capitalism vs. Socialism, Taxes, Debt, Welfare, and Minimum Wage
• Law and Society - Judiciary, Hate Crimes, Social Justice, and Racism
• Foreign Policy and World Issues - National Defense, Immigration, Israel, the Environment, Islam, and Terrorism
• Political Participation - Media and Civil Disobedience

His love, unfaltering.His commitment, unwavering.His covenant, unchanging.From the stories of Adam and Eve, Abraham, Moses, and David to the Gospels and beyond, the symbolism of the covenant is foundational to God's redemptive relationship with humankind.Through The Blood Covenant, explore what relationship looks like through the lens of the covenant and experience a renewed appreciation for the magnificence and timelessness of God's loving-kindness to us. This life-changing exploration of the ancient ritual highlights just how intense God's love and commitment are. Images of the binding, wholehearted exchanges of friendship, loyalty, and sacrifice found in the covenant pervade the Bible.Click here for an activity that illustrates the covenant-cutting ceremony of the Bible.

Fascinating Accounts of Modern-Day Miracles

Does God still play an active role in the world today? Readers are thrilled to discover that yes, he does, showing himself in countless miracles and unexplained events. In their signature style, trusted pastor Jim Garlow and writer Keith Wall tap into readers' fascination with miracles by gathering exciting, credible true stories of God's supernatural activities in the lives of everyday people. These stories will encourage and inspire, making this a great gift or impulse buy.

The magnetism of Martin Luther King Jr. (Law #9) . . . Cicero's ability to captivate an audience with his eloquence (Law #5) . . . the connection Will Rogers made with the common man (Law #10) . . . all of these leaders were using the 21 Laws of Leadership long before John Maxwell ever put pen to paper.

Through enlightening discussion, author James Garlow illustrates how these 21 key principles have been at work throughout history. Learn from the great General Robert E. Lee why the Law of Respect is so important when leading men into battle. Let the story of the Donner Party's failed expedition demonstrate the significance of the Law of Navigation. Learn from church leader John Wesley how the Law of Process kept his converts steady in their faith while others floundered. These laws have been tested by history; now test them for yourself.

Offers readers centuries-old principles from a biblical perspective on the real secret to success the truth of God's love and divine providence.

John Wesley was a revolutionary. Not in the standard way, but rather in how he viewed the ordinary Christian. He saw what others did not see. As I began to unpack Wesley's extraordinary use of the common person of England in the massive Evangelical Awakening in the 1700's in Britain, I realized that there were some concepts that were transferable, that could be taken across hundreds of years, and across national boundaries. In fact, I came to realize that these were not merely universal principles followed by Wesley but inherent within the Bible itself. What were these concepts? That the so called average Christ follower is: - called into ministry (not merely the clergy or pastors) - gifted for ministry (by the Holy Spirit) - to be trained for ministry (that is the equipping role of the pastor) - to be sent into ministry (an impartation of the Holy Spirit) From my doctoral dissertation came a popularized version, a book titled Partners in Ministry. In conjunction with this book came a special notebook with instructional materials. Predating that was the LITE (Lay Institute to Equip) Student & Leaders Guide. After that came two videos (All God's People and Partners in Ministry) and a musical (We laity] are Ministers). From these flowed numerous other writings and lectures on the topic. Doctoral dissertations are destined to sit on dusty selves - unread - but I am making this available, not because of my brilliance because, I am not brilliant. In fact, it was written by a 31 year old grad student who didn't know much (and that may still be the case today). I suspect there might be things that should have been expressed differently in this document. But I am not concerned about that. What I am hoping for is that as you read this, you will be gripped by the reality that every believer, every follower of Christ, is truly called into ministry, is profoundly gifted for ministry by the Holy Spirit, is to be trained and equipped for ministry and is to be sent into ministry. Ministry is not merely for clergy, pastors, missionaries or professionals. It is for all who have responded to the call to follow Christ. This dissertation was written a long time ago - in 1979. Much has changed in the years since it was written. But God's universal call to all believers is not one of them.

What happens when we die? What is heaven really like? How do spiritual beings--angels and demons--interact with us here and in the hereafter? Real-life, credible stories of near-death experiences and spiritual encounters gathered by the authors of Heaven and the Afterlife paint a clearer, fuller picture of exactly what readers can expect when it's their turn to cross over. These gripping true stories--written from a solidly biblical perspective but accessible to seekers--provide fascinating glimpses into the spiritual world around us and the one that awaits us.

We all have a this moment. A major struggle in life, a sudden calamity, a burning wound we never could have prepared for. The impact can knock the spiritual wind out of us and leave us sprawled out on the ground--or send us straight to the strength of the Father.

Whatever your this may be, God can use it to equip you with strength, and He has a plan to lovingly bring you into wholeness.

In God Will See You Through This, author and teacher Dr. Jim Garlow humbly journeys alongside you to share twenty-six of the most life-altering lessons he's learned as a husband, father, teacher, and friend.

Join Garlow as he explores topics like mortality, servanthood, and restoration to remind you that in every this, from the darkest seasons of life to the most ordinary obstacles, God has a plan to get you through it, and is preparing you to reign with Him for an eternity of glory and joy.

Partners in Ministry helps readers understand ministry in everyday life, and how it should be played out in various contexts. Readers will learn to embrace their spiritual gifts and use them in service to the Church and others. Partners in Ministry highlights the importance of training and preparation for ministry and offers practical advice on how to develop and implement a personal ministry plan. Both historical and present-day case studies of effective ministry will inspire readers to pursue this work with dedication and passion.