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 Authenticity Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39  |
Discover the joys of authentic Christianity. God wants you to enjoy close relationships with other believers and with Himself. Relationships that are honest and open, where you can share your successes and failures and remain confident of being loved. Deep, rich relationships based on an authentic Christian life. Authenticity helps you identify the trappings of Christianity and trade them for a vibrant faith that integrates Christian values into your everyday life. You’ll learn how to identify the inconsistent areas of your life, discover proven ways to align them with the teachings of the Bible, and find a new joy that comes from growing closer to God. |
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 Community Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
Reap the rewards of close bonds with others. All of us hunger for genuine community — for meaningful relationships in our lives. Without community, we wither inside. Deep, transparent relationships help us grow into all God created us to be. In Community, you’ll learn how you can forge strong, meaningful ties with others and with God. You’ll find out how to move beyond superficial relationships and build lasting friendships. You’ll learn how to debug common, harmful relational “viruses” in yourself and set healthy boundaries that will protect you from the “viruses” of others. Finally, you’ll discover the importance of extending community to those who haven’t experienced God’s love for them. Discover a richer depth in your relationships. Community will help you build friendship, marriage, and family bonds that are satisfying and lasting. |
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 Lessons on Love Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
What kind of love makes a difference? A bold yet compassionate love is a trademark of Jesus Christ. Love without limits. A world-changing love. Can such love be reproduced in the lives of sinful men and women like us? Is it possible to follow Jesus’ model of giving and receiving love? In Lessons on Love, you’ll find out how. You’ll learn about the various kinds of love, beginning with forms of love you’ll recognize — and ending with a supernatural love so awesome it can utterly transform lives: Christ’s love. The world around you will take note when you unleash the power of Christ’s love — and it will never be the same. |
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 Marriage Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
For a partnership that's close and strong. Want to strengthen your marriage but unsure how to start? Marriage will help you and your spouse draw insight from one another and from the other couples in your group to build the kind of close relationship you’ve always wanted. Whether you need to stabilize shaky foundations or just want to make a good marriage even better, here’s how to:
Marriage will help you and your mate not only recapture the thrill in your marriage, but also maintain and build upon it to create a satisfying, lasting relationship — the kind God designed you both to enjoy. |
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 New Identity Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
Discover an identity that fits you for kingdom service. As a Christian, you have received more than God’s forgiveness. You also have a brand-new identity! You are a new creation in Christ, with fresh and exciting privileges and responsibilities. And God wants you to walk confidently in this identity, serving Him with joy and energy in your various roles as:
New Identity gives you a close-up view of these different roles and equips you with the sound biblical insights you need to fulfill them. You’ll discover new ways to make your citizenship in God’s kingdom a daily reality right where you live. |
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 Commitment Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
What does it mean to be truly committed to Christ? Jesus’ answer to that question forms perhaps the greatest sermon ever delivered. In Commitment, you’ll revisit the Sermon on the Mount to discover practical ways for assessing your present level of commitment and setting goals for your growth. You’ll find out what the Master expects from those who follow Him and what rewards await them. You’ll also learn how to sidestep common barriers to commitment and draw closer to Christ than you’ve ever thought possible. As you explore the themes of Jesus’ famous sermon and apply them to your own relationship with God, you’ll discover the confidence that comes from being fully committed to Christ. |
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 Essential Christianity Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
The essentials of faith. You can build a life on them. Like a house built on a firm foundation, the Christian faith is founded on some key, enduring truths. Do you know what they are? If not, you owe it to yourself to find out whether you’re building your life — and your eternity — on solid ground. Essential Christianity is your invitation to spiritual discussion with others as you explore the basics of faith — principles deeper and more far-reaching than you may have imagined. You’ll learn what it means to really know Christ. You’ll discover the secret to confident living, how to grow spiritually, how to handle your failures, how to follow Jesus in a world that’s anything but devoted to Him, and the different ways God wants to guide you in the practical concerns of life. |
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 Reaching Out Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
You probably don’t think of yourself as an evangelist. Most Christians would rather leave evangelism to a select few with “special talent” for outreach. But when Christ gave the command to spread the gospel, He gave it to us all — because He knew we’d each have something unique to offer as His witnesses to the world. In Reaching Out, Bill Hybels helps you develop your own evangelism style — one that fits your personality like a glove. You’ll discover the meaning and importance of sharing your faith and learn the motivation and mind-set behind evangelism. You’ll also get the solid guidance and seasoned tips you need to put it all into motion successfully. As you walk through this proven, highly effective approach, you’ll find your hesitations melting into an enthusiasm for winning lost people to Christ. |
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 Significance Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
Be set free to pursue God’s purpose for your life. God wants to set you free. No more bondage. No more fear. No more living as a slave to sin. Sound like a dream? God is in the business of making these kinds of dreams a reality. He is committed to giving you a life of incredible significance, and He has already done all that is necessary to break the chains that keep you from it. In Significance, you will discover a strategy for becoming all God wants you to be. God has a plan for you to walk in tremendous purpose, and He has provided the power needed to put this plan into action. But first, the chains that hold you back must be destroyed. This series of studies maps out God’s road to freedom and significance. Every journey begins with one step. Are you ready to take it? |
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 Getting a Grip Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
How to gain traction when you’re out of control. If you drive anywhere in the snowbelt, you probably know the feeling: rear wheels fishtailing, steering useless, brakes ineffective — you’re out of control. The good news is, life doesn’t have to be like a car on ice. Bill Hybels offers biblical insights and practical steps to securing a Christ-centered life that will get you where you want to go. Getting a Grip guides you toward wise choices and disciplined action in five vital areas of your life: your time, your health, your finances, your spiritual life, and your relationships. As you learn what the Bible has to say about each of these, you’ll discover how able and eager Jesus is to help you obtain solid traction on the road of life. |
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 Parenting Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
How do you handle the tough challenges of parenting? Parenting. Nothing gives us more joy — or greater challenges. “How do I balance my work and family time? What’s the best way to handle my teenager’s attitude? Can I do a better job of raising my kids?” Parenting helps you tackle the thorny issues parents face today. Each session covers a topic that’s key to effective parenting, from raising well-balanced kids to overcoming the mistakes you make along the way. This practical, hands-on discussion guide helps you create a home where children can thrive. You’ll develop confidence and competence in your God-entrusted role as a parent and enjoy watching your kids grow into vibrant, godly adults. |
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 Love in Action Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
Discover the joy of serving others. How can you identify fully devoted followers of Christ? Their servant lifestyle gives them away! In our “me first” culture, servanthood is the earmark of men and women who have discovered the joy of giving. But the secret to servanthood isn’t running yourself ragged trying to be everything to everyone — it’s pouring freely out of a full cup the things you were designed to give. Love in Action shows how you can break the back of self-centeredness and experience the satisfaction of serving others wisely and effectively. You’ll discover how sharing your unique personal resources and spiritual gifts can become a source of strength to others, worship and praise to God, and a personal delight that nothing else can match! |
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 Living in God’s Power Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
Here’s help to get over life’s 20-foot walls. A career blow, panic attacks, overwhelming grief, sexual temptation, even plain old apathy — life’s tough challenges take many forms. Following Jesus doesn’t guarantee immunity. Rather, it offers growth and victory as you face your personal struggles in the power of Christ. In Living in God’s Power, Bill Hybels lends a hand to help you move beyond six tough hurdles: adversity, fear, apathy, greed, lust, and sorrow. As you unite the hope and insight of Scripture with the support of the people in your group, you’ll find strength to overcome the things in your life you thought would never change. |
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 Character Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39  |
There are no discount character stores. Courage. Discipline. Confidence. Patience. Endurance. Contentment. They’re qualities that can take a lifetime to acquire. Qualities money can’t buy. But here’s good news: God says you can have them all! In Character, you will discover how firmly God is committed to forming noble qualities within you. He wants your character to deepen even more than you do — and He has the power to do something about it! If you’re ready to journey toward the kind of character you’ve always admired, here is a path of radical, God-empowered change and growth — leading to a transformed, more Christlike you. |
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 Fruit of the Spirit Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
It takes the power of God to produce the character of God. Putting others’ needs ahead of our own: it’s the ultimate expression of love — and the hardest. Fortunately, we don’t have to go it alone. In Fruit of the Spirit, you’ll learn about the life-transforming qualities God wants to cultivate inside you. And you’ll discover the supernatural Agent who empowers you to attain them: the Holy Spirit, working within you to produce each kind of spiritual “fruit.” In the Holy Spirit’s power, you can live a supernatural life that transforms every relationship you have. And in the process, you’ll discover the one route to a truly satisfying life: serving others. |
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 Jesus Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
Jesus is someone you need to know. Teacher. Physician. Servant. Shepherd. King. Jesus filled each of these roles in His walk on earth — revealing in them all a richly accessible identification with our humanity in His role as Man. In Jesus, you’ll explore these six roles one by one to arrive at a better understanding of the character and person of Christ. Each study is another brushstroke in a compelling portrait of the Master — one that will come alive inside you and make a practical difference in your life. You’ll discover the opportunities that await you every day to have an impact for Jesus. But best of all, you’ll grow closer to him than ever before. |
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 Prayer Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
It’s time to make time for God. The Creator of the universe wants to have a dynamic relationship with you. The key is prayer. Authentic, courageous, direct communication with God. Each session in Prayer will give you a new window of insight. You’ll receive courage to lift “dangerous prayers” with a confident heart. You’ll discover how to handle the disappointment of unanswered prayer. And you’ll be moved to a depth of honesty in prayer that will surprise you. If you long for a spiritual life that is deep, fruitful, and profoundly real, these studies will help you experience a heart-to-heart with God. |
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 Meeting God Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
True stories about the highs and lows of life with God. What is it about the Psalms that creates their ageless appeal? What draws us to them time and again to find courage, hope, and joy? Perhaps it’s the way these ancient songs so faithfully mirror our own experiences. With depth and passion, the Psalms reflect the many-faceted relationship between humans and God in the ever-changing proving grounds of life. In Meeting God, you’ll learn about God’s heart toward you — and what He looks for in your heart toward Him. You’ll find a road map for life. Discover a source of courage in the face of fear. Expand your heart with a fresh realization of God’s greatness. And deepen your relationship with a very present, personal Creator. |
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 The Real Deal Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
The path to satisfying relationships is clear. And rarely taken. We all long for close relationships — bonds so secure that we can be completely honest and vulnerable. But often, we keep our relationships at a safe — and shallow — level. We avoid the risk of revealing all that’s in our hearts. God wants us to take that risk. His reward for doing so is the satisfaction of true, deep community. If you’re ready to experience that joy, The Real Deal will help you move beyond your fears into the realm of knowing others and being known by them. Each session will carefully assist you in peeling away the disguises that prevent you from being your truest, freest self. Get ready for a life-changing adventure in developing richer, more meaningful relationships with God, with others, and with yourself. |
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 Transformation Regular: $7.99 WCA Member: $6.39 |
Team up with God for the project of your life. Right now, God is ready to transform your life. But He wants your partnership. The strength and guidance for transformation come from Him — but the “green light” can only come from you. Transformation will help you recognize and cooperate with God’s transforming influence in your life. Each session focuses on a critical area He has targeted for change and growth. You’ll learn proven ways of responding to God’s guidance that will keep you growing closer to Him. You’ll also discover an inspiring picture of what awaits you as a fully devoted follower — membership in a joyous, supportive community of believers, infused with God’s love. |
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