Books published by Zondervan

A French New Testament ideal for outreach or personal use.This French New Testament uses the La Bible du Semeur text, which employs a thought-for-thought translation philosophy to facilitate ease of comprehension.This Bible also includes a plan of salvation article that is useful when introducing others to Christ and helping them to understand what it means to follow Jesus.Features include:Complete New Testament text of the easy-to-understand La Bible du Semeur translationA plan of salvation article explains how to become a Christian and what it means to follow Jesus2-column format8-point type size

Whose Jesus do you believe in? Many people inherit somebody else's Jesus, depending on others for their spiritual growth, and end up with a perception of Christ that feels distant. In Your Own Jesus Student Edition, pastor and Casting Crowns' lead singer Mark Hall explores what it means to know the living Lord, and how you can discover him today.

Typology--Understanding the Bible's Promise-Shaped Patterns traces the patterns and similarities between people, events, and institutions in the Bible as they build on one another with escalating significance. It stimulates thought on the relationship between the Testaments and helps readers understand the dynamics of inner-biblical interpretation.

In The Problem of Jesus, author and pastor Mark Clark looks beyond the superficial understandings of Jesus. He confronts you with the real Jesus of history, asking you to wrestle with the teachings, claims, and actions of the man who has forever altered the course of human history.

From celebrated artist-storyteller Scott Erickson: 25 days of heart-stirring images and thought-provoking meditations to rekindle the wonder of God-with-Us in this Advent season. Honest Advent illuminates the astonishing truth that the God who showed up in the hardest parts of our humanity is still doing so today.

In this six-session video Bible study, Andy Stanley gives you five key questions to ask when you have a decision to make and you're not sure what to do.

In a world increasingly indifferent to Christian truth, followers of Christ need to be equipped to communicate with those who do not speak their language or accept their source of authority.In this updated and expanded study guide, apologist and radio host Gregory Koukl demonstrates how to get in the driver's seat in discussions about faith, keeping any conversation moving with thoughtful, artful tact. Readers will learn how to maneuver comfortably and graciously through potential minefields, stop challengers in their tracks, turn the tables, and--most importantly--get people thinking about Jesus with conversations that look more like diplomacy than D-Day.Drawing on extensive experience defending Christianity in the public square, Koukl demonstrates how to:Initiate conversations effortlesslyPresent the truth clearly, cleverly, and persuasivelyGraciously and effectively expose faulty thinkingSkillfully manage the details of dialogueMaintain an engaging, disarming style even under attackDesigned to be used alongside the updated and expanded Tactics Video Study, this study guide provides a game plan for communicating the compelling truth about Christianity with confidence and grace.

You can do more than hope. Safeguard your relationship and build a love that not only goes the distance but fulfills your deepest dreams. More than a million couples have used the award-winning Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts (SYMBIS for short) to prepare for life-long love. The Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts Workbook for Women will help you uncover and understand the unique shaping factors you bring into your marriage as a woman. Prepare for some surprising and helpful insights, for honest, intimate, and enjoyable relationship-strengthening conversations with you and your fiance, and for engaging discussions with a small group. EXERCISES: 24 Self-Tests to Put the Book into Action Twenty-four assessments will shed amazing new light on the way you are put together, how that affects specific aspects of how you and your loved one relate, and how you can improve those areas to build a better relationship. You will gain unprecedented insights into topics such as: your personal ';Ten Commandments' making your roles conscious exploring unfinished business assessing your self-image getting your sex life off to a great start cultivating intimacy listening to your self-talk avoiding the blame game how well do you communicate? your top ten needs mind reading how to listen identifying your ';hot topics' money talks your spiritual journey DISCUSSION GUIDE SESSIONS: 7 Questions to Ask Beforeand AfterYou Marry Les and Leslie will help you enjoy lively and eye-opening interaction with each other and with a small group through seven sessions on the DVD (sold separately). The discussion guide, included in this workbook, guides you through an opening exercise, note-taking as you watch the video, linking to the workbook exercises, and group discussion, concluding with an exercise each couple can do together over the next week. Designed for use with Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts Workbook for Men Updated (9780310875420) and Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts Updated Video Study (9780310875734), both sold separately. The SYMBIS Assessment (R) shows two people how their personalities mesh in marriage. For information about completing the SYMBIS Assessment, which is recommended for both partners prior to beginning the SYMBIS course, visit http://www.symbisassessment.com.

The Enneagram of Belonging Workbook, the interactive companion to Chris Heuertz's The Enneagram of Belonging, offers a groundbreaking guide for practicing self-compassion as the next journey beyond self-awareness.

This expanded workbook is designed for use with the standard-setting Basics of Biblical Greek Grammar, now in its third edition. The workbook includes 2-tracks for learning biblical Greek and includes extensive exercises and biblical passages to translate, plus occasional review chapters.

An indispensable approach to reading, interpreting and applying the Bible that teaches students how to carefully read Scripture in the biblical context, and to dig deeper into the Word of God so they will be able to understand the Bible correctly and apply its meaning to their lives. Revised and updated fourth edition.

Behind the Christmas songs we love to sing lie fascinating stories that will enrich your holiday celebration. Taking you inside the nativity of over thirty favorite songs and carols, Ace Collins introduces you to people you've never met, stories you've never heard, and meanings you'd never have imagined. The next time you and your family sing "e;God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,"e; you'll have a new understanding of its message and popular roots. You'll discover how "e;Angels from the Realms of Glory,"e; with its sublime lyrics and profound theology, helped usher in a quiet revolution in worship. You'll learn the strange history of the haunting and powerful "e;O Holy Night,"e; including the song's surprising place in the history of modern communications. And you'll step inside the life of Mark Lowry and find out how he came to pen the words to the contemporary classic "e;Mary, Did You Know?"e;Still other songs such as "e;O Come, O Come, Emmanuel"e; trace back to mysterious origins--to ninth-century monks, nameless clergy, and unknown commoners of ages past. Joining hands with such modern favorites as "e;White Christmas"e; and "e;The Christmas Song,"e; they are part of the legacy of inspiration, faith, tears, love, and spiritual joy that is Christmas. From the rollicking appeal of "e;Jingle Bells"e; to the tranquil beauty of "e;Silent Night,"e; the great songs of Christmas contain messages of peace, hope, and truth. Each in its own way expresses a facet of God's heart and celebrates the birth of his greatest gift to the world--Jesus, the most wonderful Christmas Song of all.

The NIV Application Commentary helps readers with the vital task of bringing the ancient message of the Bible into a contemporary context. It gives preachers and teachers the tools, ideas, and insights they need to communicate God's Word with the same powerful impact it had when it was first written.

As a mom, you always want to give your best to your family. The Better Mom Devotional will help you focus who you are becoming rather than what you are accomplishing. Find freedom from mom-guilt, the myth of perfection, and the endless to-do list of motherhood, and step into your greatest adventure yet: becoming The Better Mom.

Kim Walker Smith's passionate performance of "How He Loves Us" launched Jesus Culture onto a global platform. Brave Surrender is the story of how Kim learned to trust in the unrelenting, powerful love of God no matter what season of life you may find yourself in.

The Blue Parakeet is author Scot McKnight's compelling statement of how to read the Bible in a new evangelical generation. In reexamining the Bible, McKnight provides an exciting "New Way" that appeals to the millions in today's church who long to be authentic Christians but don't consider themselves theologically conservative or liberal.

In Unstoppable, Christine Caine empowers you to do big things right where you are. If you long to see your faith grow and God's influence thrive, take up Caine's challenge to join the team of believers passing a divine baton in a race you are destined to win. Now includes discussion questions for small-group study.

Popular radio host Jennifer Fulwiler is the last person you'd expect to be the mother of six children. Intimately relatable, One Beautiful Dream is the story of one woman's wild experiment of chasing her dreams with multiple kids in tow and discovering that the life we need is not the one we would have chosen for ourselves.

In Courage to Soar, the official autobiography from US Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, Simone presents the story of how she overcame early childhood challenges to become the most decorated US female gymnast and the only female gymnast to ever win three consecutive World Championship titles.

Emotionally Healthy Relationships Day by Day is centered on a life-transforming rhythm of intentionally and daily pausing to be deeply present with God.

In this six-session small group Bible study, The Christian Atheist, Craig Groeschel leads you and your group on a personal journey toward an authentic, God-honoring life.

Kyle Idleman, bestselling author of not a fan, shares the powerful next step in becoming a completely committed follower of Jesus: recognizing and letting God defeat the gods at war within us---the false gods battling to rule our hearts.

This special edition, two-in-one book and devotional from bestselling author Gary Thomas helps you see your marriage as much more than a union between you and your spouse. From the love you share to the forgiveness you both offer and seek by turn, Thomas shows you how your marriage---divine or difficult---can become a doorway to a closer walk with

Whose Jesus do you believe in? Too many people inherit somebody else's Jesus. Rather than discovering for themselves who Jesus really is, they depend on their family, friends, or pastor for their spiritual vitality and end up defeated by compromise. In Your Own Jesus, pastor and Casting Crowns' lead singer Mark Hall explores the meaning of knowing the living Lord.