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The Gospels in the New Testament provide us with more than history - they help us encounter Jesus. This passionate daily devotional will bring you to the feet of your Savior in wonder and worship. Inspired by The Passion Translation, each devotion provides a daily Scripture from the Gospels, an encouraging text, and a meaningful prayer that reveals the character of Jesus and his ever-present love - restoring the broken, befriending the sinner, teaching his followers, healing the sick, and unveiling his fiery heart.

God has given the world a treasure with the gospel of Mark. As God’s servant, we find Jesus healing, teaching, and working wonders throughout this beautiful gospel. Mark records nearly three times as many miracles as parables. As the briefest of the four gospels, you’ll enjoy hearing of Jesus’ supreme power over both the invisible and visible worlds.

The prophet Isaiah spoke words that reflected God's desire for humanity: victory, hope, comfort, and restoration. His message remains a call to those who long to live in God's realm of glory each day. The Vision offers 365 daily devotions and prayers to usher you into his presence. With Scripture from The Passion Translation®, this devotional will bring you face to face with the King of love and mercy every day of the year.

We are destined for glory. Through the stories of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, we discover the Creator’s deep longing for connection with every nation, tribe, and tongue. Brian and Candice Simmons continue their in-depth study of the Book of Genesis in this second volume, covering chapters 12 through 35.

Breathtaking and beautiful, the sweetest song of all ages unveils the Shulamite journey in the form of an anointed allegory. It becomes not only a journey that describes the divine parable penned by Solomon but also a journey that longing lovers of Jesus will find as their very own. Love will always find a language to express itself. The inspired Song of Songs is a work of art. It is a melody sung from the heart of Jesus Christ for his longing bride. Its story line is full of symbols and subtle art forms that, without interpretation, are often missed or overlooked. The Holy Spirit has hidden within the Song of Songs an amazing story a story of how Jesus makes his bride beautiful and holy by casting out her fear with perfect love.

Imagine a letter coming straight from heaven. What would God say? Would we be able to fully understand his message, or would some of it puzzle us? The Apostle Paul writes this compilation of letters to the First-Century churches he established. He wanted them to know the heart of God and hear his message of truth and love. Some of the most beautiful truths of the Bible are found in the letters from Paul.

It is believed that Matthew was the first apostle to write a gospel, possibly as early as 50 AD. He was a wealthy tax collector who profited greatly from his duty of representing Rome. And then one day, the Man from Galilee stood in front of him and said, "Come follow me."

Encounter the heart of God! The word is not just dead letters; it is the living expression of God, Jesus Christ. The word came with skin on as the perfect man and the living manifestation of the glory of God. The Gospel of John is all about this beautiful Christ and believing! This book reveals that Jesus Christ is the light of the world, the savior, the king, the true anointed one, the living bread, and the loving shepherd. Matthew, Mark, and Luke give us the history of Christ, but John writes to unveil the mystery of Christ.

Peter's letters offer triumphant hope and grace to set you free - strengthening your faith and empowering your heart to soar. No matter what may be passing in your life today, power from on high will help you overcome. Let Peter's letters show you the way to love unending!

The book of Luke is a glorious gospel penned by one of the early followers of Jesus. It has been described as the loveliest book ever written giving us a very full picture of the life and ministry of Jesus. Luke applied scrupulous accuracy to all he wrote, to ensure that what we hear is factual. Being a physician, Luke learned early on the need to exhibit compassion and mercy toward others. This gospel is perhaps the most compassionate, love-filled account of the life of Jesus.

The book of Hebrews presents the magnificent Jesus in every word! The light of Christ brings truth out from the shadows and shines it brightly for all to see. Hebrews means those who crossed over. It is written for every believer today, for we have crossed over from darkness to light and from doubt to faith.

The book of Jeremiah shares a detailed, personal narrative of Judah’s capture and exile. Jeremiah’s heart broke for his people as he prophesied and suffered alongside them, but his tearful warnings of judgment are pierced by soaring promises of a new heart and a beautiful future. The book of Lamentations is the deeply poetic cry of the Weeping Prophet after the destruction of Jerusalem and the temple. It provides a prayerful and liturgical framework to mourn loss, voice grief, and confess sin while still hoping in God’s ever-present mercy and forgiveness.

As the world grows more hostile to the love and truth of Jesus, we need hearts that burn hotter than the fury of fear and persecution. And the secret to that kind of passion lies in a heart yielded to the fire of God's perfect love. With warmth and piercing insight, global apostolic ministers Steven and Rene Springer help you embrace God's purifying fire that will captivate your heart, ignite power and purpose, reveal your true identity, bring forth boldness and cast out fear, and fuel you for greater transformation and impact.

Stuck in a spiritual wilderness, it can be easy to forget that God remains the God of overcomers. The power and victory present in the Old Testament still exist for Christians today.

Brian Simmons, of The Passion Translation Bible and George Wood, AKA The Tattooed Pastor come together with their vastly different life experiences to discuss the ever present, all powerful, life transcending, never ending love of God! How understanding its true nature, being able to recognize its all-encompassing presence changes EVERYTHING!!!! Join these 2 men as they reveal all the ways they have been impacted in this life as they set their gaze upon eternity. Come along on this journey to the heart of God, and your life will never be the same!

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The Commercial Driver's License (CDL) exam isn’t easy and is often the place where many aspiring drivers come unstuck. Even if you are a terrible test taker or have trouble studying, this complete beginners guide for taking the CDL test will help you succeed.