https://tienda.upperroom.org:443/contributors/derek-maulDerek Maul is a North Carolina-based writer, journalist, teacher, and speaker. Derek loves photography, travel, hiking, cooking, playing guitar, and-most of all-his wife, Rebekah. He is a regular contributor to several publications, including All Pro Dad, the Florida United Methodist Foundation, The Christian Voice, and DerekMaul.blog.https://tienda.upperroom.org:443/product/reaching-toward-easter<p>Derek Maul beckons you to join him on a devotional pilgrimage through Lent. Imagine yourself sitting at the table with Jesus and his disciples.</p> <p>Walk with Jesus on the dusty path from Bethany to Jerusalem. Watch him closely and listen to his words of grace, hope, and challenge as he moves purposefully toward the Cross.</p> <p><em>Reaching Toward Easter</em> features 49 daily devotions that include in-depth Bible study, personal stories, and prayers. </p> <p>Maul hopes that you will arrive at Holy Week refreshed rather than tired, inspired rather than discouraged, reflective rather than overwhelmed. </p> <p>By the time you reach Easter, your pilgrimage will have prepared you to live as an "Eighth Day Believer"—a true follower of Jesus.</p> <div style="margin: 5px 20px;"> <ul> <li>8-week study for individuals or groups</li> <li>Includes a Leader's Guide</li> </ul> </div>Thu, 05 May 2022 20:20:03 GMThttps://tienda.upperroom.org:443/product/reaching-toward-easterhttps://tienda.upperroom.org:443/product/10-life-charged-words<P>Hey, guys. God has a question for you: Are you in, or are you out?</P> <P>If you've ever thought church was boring or irrelevant, or it seems like you're just going through the motions in your spiritual life, Derek Maul has news for you. God wants your life to be fulfilling, or more completely charged!</P> <P>Church is meant to be so much more than just one more social club. Toss aside your preconceived ideas about Christianity. Learn how to live a purpose-filled, exciting life in Christ.</P> <P>Maul, a popular columnist, speaker, and men's group leader, identifies 10 key words that can rouse you from spiritual apathy to become an enthusiastic Christ follower:</P> <DIV style="MARGIN: 5px 20px"> <UL> <LI>Jesus</LI> <LI>Excellence</LI> <LI>Passion</LI> <LI>Capacity</LI> <LI>Scripture</LI> <LI>Holiness</LI> <LI>Clarity</LI> <LI>Prayer (Transformation) <LI>Authenticity</LI> <LI>Community</LI></UL></DIV> <P>Each brief chapter is full of practical tips for growing in your relationship with God. "The Bottom Line" section at the end of each chapter summarizes the main ideas, and "Let's Talk About It" raises questions for personal reflection or discussion with others.</P> <P>This book makes an excellent resource for a men's group study (10 weeks) or for individual use. Also a great gift for any man who needs spiritual encouragement.</P>Thu, 05 May 2022 20:10:39 GMThttps://tienda.upperroom.org:443/product/10-life-charged-words