Stephen Arterburn

"I've worked hard to get where I am. I've overcome great obstacles. I've earned it." No one had a greater right to say those statements more than King David. He rose from the fields of Palestine to the palace of power and privilege. He'd made it. But now that he was on top, would he continue to grow spiritually in the midst of his success? Self-sufficiency is a temptation every man faces. But we can't be both self-sufficient and on the move spiritually at the same time. Just as in David's life, God often allows us to experience the consequences of self-sufficiency so that we can rediscover our need for his leadership and empowerment in our lives. In the end, the crushing blows we face serve to humble us and forge the basis for the next wave of spiritual momentum in our lives.

David was to be the future king of Israel. And yet, as you'll see firsthand in this compelling Bible study, the journey to that goal was filled with dangers, delays, and difficulties. Just like David, every man has a dream of who he wants to become. But getting there is a different story. Hardships and losses can destroy the faith - and even the life - of a lesser man. Many men fail to realize their dreams because they choose comfort over character, image over substance, and escape over endurance. But a man who knows how to embrace hardship and learn to mine it for God's purposes will see his godly dreams come true.

A guide for single men cites the importance of developing a personal character that is consistent with Christian principles, offering advice on how to address such challenges as sexuality, integrity, isolation, and one's personal identity in Christ. Original.

Where are you leading your family spiritually? More than ever, families are desperate for spiritual leadership. And that starts with you, the husband and father. Are you equipped and ready to assume the role and responsibility God has for you? Being God's Man...in Leading a Family will help you accept your calling and experience God's blessing as the spiritual leader to your wife and children. In this study you'll discover the six keys to true spiritual leadership in the home: - Deciding: Taking ownership of your own spiritual journey - Demonstrating: Modeling a relationship with God - Displaying: God's love in your relationship with your wife - Displaying: God's love in your interactions with your children - Daily spiritual leadership through fostering spiritual connections in the home - Daily spiritual leadership through serving. - Being God's Man...in Leading a Family could revolutionize not only your life, but also the lives of your wife and children-and impact generations to come. Eight sessions of Bible study questions, "real life" case studies, and group discussion questions facilitate personal encounters with God and other men in this practical study. A leader's section is included.

All men are tempted to compromise. But not all men do. Some have learned the secret of being undivided between what they believe and how they actually think and live. They possess integrity. They've gained new perspectives on the trials and temptations they face, new tools to help them survive automatic human responses to challenging situations, and new actions which produce humility and flexibility in God's strength. You can be a man of integrity too. Confession breaks the power of temptation in men of integrity; connection with other men sustains the victory. BEING GOD'S MAN... IN THE FACE OF TEMPTATION will help you - whether in individual or group study - to confront this pervasive problem in God's wisdom and strength. And begin to live the undivided life.

God's Word is clear about the importance of godly friendships-and how God designs them to complete us spiritually. If you ever hope to win the battles you face in your spiritual journey, you must be connected to godly men. The problem is that many men today act like they don't need friends-and they're paying the price. Risking relationship is not easy for men, but it's a non-negotiable for God's man. When you stand with others who share your spiritual goals, you achieve them faster. That's God's way. Godly friendships create consistency, provide care and support, stimulate healthy confession, produce new connections, and make you complete in Christ. They produce positive changes in your character, convictions, conduct, and commitment to do life God's way. Learn how to build and benefit from friendships with godly men. It starts with Being God's Man...in Pursuing Friendships.

You know the man. He's the one who looks good at a glance -- but not so good once you get to know him. What kind of women fall for him, and why? What are the chances he will change? And what if you've already married him? More than just a checklist of men to steer clear of, Avoiding Mr. Wrong is a powerful tool to help women learn more about themselves and the Mr. Wrongs to whom they often feel drawn. Those men include: The Control Freak, The Mama's Boy, The Cowardly Lion, The Ungodly Man, and Mr. Wonderful. Complete with a diagnostic quiz and quick reference lists, Avoiding Mr. Wrong is ideal for women whose hopes have been dashed again and again by a seemingly promising relationship. The book helps them to see more clearly, think more rationally, and act more wisely in the pursuit of Mr. Right.

If you are finding yourself attracted to the same type of man over and over, there are several things you need to know before getting involved. Is the man Mr. Right or Mr. Wrong? Is he attractive to you for all the wrong reasons? Avoiding Mr. Wrong is more than just your checklist for the type of men to steer clear of. If you have already married Mr. Wrong, do not fret, it's not too late. Understanding yourself and your spouse better is the first step to helping your Mr. Wrong become Mr. Right.

When your dreams get derailed, the culprit can usually be found hiding in your emotional life. It is a pattern of attitudes, habits, or relationships that won't allow you to move forward, no matter how much you tell yourself you want to. Negative felings and unhealthy beliefs may have slowed you down and locked you up for years, getting in the way of your best intentions. You may need help breaking free from:Shame-because it locks you into your pastProcrastination-because you are afraid to tryDepression-because you have not grieved your sorrowsUnhealthy Relationships-because they distract you from your unique purpose in lifeThese restrictive emotional traps needlessly deprive you of intimacy, trust, friendships, good feelings, rest, and peace of mind. By challenging them, and the self-destructive behaviors that may accompany them, you can learn to live life in a totally new way.

Highlighting 250 of the most widely prescribed and recognized medications, Miracle Drugs helps you make informed, educated decisions about common health problems and where drugs fit into the picture. The doctors from the Minirth Meier New Life Clinics, one of the largest psychiatric clinics in the United States, show you what to expect -and what not to expect-from today's miracle drugs.

A proven weight-loss program for people who want to lose 25 pounds or more. Everyone who is frustrated with drastic "quick-fix" weight-loss plans will learn how to be more gentle with themselves and develop healthy habits. A weight loss plan that changes readers' lives from the inside out and gives long-term results.