The Bible spends a great deal of time sharing the stories of men and women who strayed from the path of good. So, is there something good these bad people can teach us? For example, what can Cain teach us about authentic worship? Can King Saul's daughter help us understand kindness? What can we learn from the mob at Thessalonica about faithfulness?
Written in the same style as It's a Dog's Life and The Cactus Stabbers, Jeff provides us with more tales from his life and travels as a pastor.In a finger- pointing culture of focusing on the foibles and failures of others, we become blind to our own flaws and faults.
Is it possible to be hugely blessed by God - and still make a mess of your life? Whatever your view, this book will shed new light on Samson's story, Israel's story, God Himself -- and your own story too.
Everyone has to live with second choices—events and circumstances that they would not choose, some trivial, some tragic. Daniel was a man whose life was filled with second choices, but he did more than just survive; he stayed faithful to God and thrived. So what is there to learn from his story in Scripture? Pastor and author Jeff Lucas challenges readers to ask, “How can we, like Daniel, be faithful in the ‘Babylon’ of second choices?” Down-to-earth but inspirational, Singing in Babylon explores how the reader, like Daniel, can find purpose and meaning in life’s second choices.
A selection of Jeff Lucas' challenging and often humourous daily notes
Why do Christians find praying so hard? Because of what they believe about it, according to Jeff Lucas. Labelling our misconceptions as 'myths', Jeff Lucas sets out, in his own inimitable style, to debunk those myths that turn prayer into purgatory and stop us from enjoying the relationship with God that we should enjoy. The myths include: - believing that prayer is only about us - believing that prayer is never about us - that the only good prayers are long prayers - that we can't pray anyway - that God is both far off and reluctant to hear us. Written with humour and passion, this is an immensely readable and helpful book that will delight those who have discovered the joys of Jeff Lucas' writings before, as well as those who come to it fresh.
Exploring the intelligence of octopuses, this book delves into their surprising cognitive abilities, comparing them to those of a 12-year-old boy. It challenges traditional views of animal intelligence and highlights the octopus's problem-solving skills, adaptability, and complex behaviors. Through engaging anecdotes and scientific insights, readers are invited to reconsider what it means to be "smart" in the animal kingdom, revealing the remarkable capabilities of these fascinating creatures.
Set against the backdrop of 1920s Hollywood, the story follows a protagonist yearning for a perfect, glamorous life amidst the glitz and chaos of the film industry. As he navigates the allure of fame, ambition, and the darker undercurrents of the era, he discovers that the pursuit of an idyllic existence comes with unexpected challenges and moral dilemmas. This tale explores the contrast between dreams and reality, revealing the complexities of ambition in a world obsessed with illusion.
The narrative explores the rich history of Long Prairie, Minnesota, beginning with its significance as a Native American battleground and the establishment of the Winnebago Agency in 1845. It highlights the evolution of the town through its river and rail transportation era, the construction of the county courthouse, and the enduring charm of its historic Main Street. This small town has provided a comforting sense of place for generations, reflecting its unique cultural and historical legacy.