Steven Furtick “SuperSoul 100” Class
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today the “SuperSoul 100,” a dynamic group of 100 trailblazers whose vision and life’s work are elevating humanity and encouraging others to do the same. Curated by the OWN leadership team, the “SuperSoul 100” list recognizes remarkable individuals in five categories: Soul Creatives, Soul Entrepreneurs, Soul Givers, Soul Igniters and Soul Teachers. Multnomah’s own Steven Furtick, lead pastor of Elevation Church and author of (Un)Qualified, Crash the Chatterbox, Greater, and Sun Stand Still, is recognized in the Soul Teachers group.
The SuperSoul 100 site mentioned the fast growth of Furtick’s Elevation Church in Charlotte, NC and it community impact. “In the last decade, Elevation has grown to more than 20,000 in weekly attendance, meeting at 14 locations in the Charlotte area and beyond. Through God’s faithfulness [ … ]
SNEAK PEEK: THE ANGEL OF FOREST HILL by Cindy Woodsmall
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About The Angel of Forest Hill by Cindy Woodsmall
When Old Order Amish Rose Kurtz is asked to leave her family, travel deep into West Virginia, and help Joel Dienner with his children in the wake of tragedy, the quiet young woman recognizes a home where she might find kindness instead of criticism. Hope replacing harsh words. She agrees to stay in Forest Hill and become Joel’s wife for the sake of his family needs, but their marriage is to be a partnership, one built from need, not love and affection.
As the years pass Rose continues to beckon Joel to join life again, to take joy in his growing children, and to awaken his heart to the possibility of new love. Joel, too, hopes [ … ]
SNEAK PEEK: PEOPLE OF THE SECOND CHANCE by Mike Foster
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About People of the Second Chance by Mike Foster
A Manifesto for Prodigals, Imperfectionists, and Hopesters
What if I told you that you and your not-so-perfect story have been invited to experience the joy of second chance living.
Your critics and nay-sayers, and those negative voices in your head have defined who you are and stolen your hopeful future for far too long!
The insecurity, shame, and judgment—That. Stops. Today.
This simple guide will show you how your imperfect life matters in ways you never thought possible. It will help you see your scars, flaws, and failures as unfair advantages and gifts that you can bring to the world.
Packed full of unfiltered honesty and simple next steps, this book will [ … ]
Sneak Peek: STARTING OVER by Dave Ferguson and Jon Ferguson
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About Starting Over by Dave Ferguson and Jon Ferguson
I wish I had loved more.…
I wish I had been smarter about money.…
I wish I had thought about God more.…
We all have regrets about the past. Many of them come from our attempts to fulfill unmet longings. Dave and Jon Ferguson call this back and forth between longing and regret the Sorry Cycle—and they want to help us escape it.
In Starting Over, Dave and Jon show us how to recognize specific regrets and then release them to God as we learn to see our regrets as opportunities to start over. Finally, we can see God redeem our regrets as he takes the worst things [ … ]
Sneak Peek: NEWTON AND POLLY by Jody Hedlund
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About Newton and Polly by Jody Hedlund
Amazing grace! How sweet the sound
that saved a wretch like me.
I once was lost, but now am found…Now remembered as the author of the world’s most famous hymn, in the mid-eighteenth century as England and France stand on the brink of war, John Newton is a young sailor wandering aimlessly through life. His only duty is to report to his ship and avoid disgracing his father—until the night he hears Polly Catlett’s enchanting voice, caroling. He’s immediately smitten and determined to win her affection.An intense connection quickly forms between the two, but John’s reckless spirit and disregard for the Christian life are concerns for the responsible, devout Polly. When an ill-fated stop [ … ]
that saved a wretch like me.
I once was lost, but now am found…Now remembered as the author of the world’s most famous hymn, in the mid-eighteenth century as England and France stand on the brink of war, John Newton is a young sailor wandering aimlessly through life. His only duty is to report to his ship and avoid disgracing his father—until the night he hears Polly Catlett’s enchanting voice, caroling. He’s immediately smitten and determined to win her affection.An intense connection quickly forms between the two, but John’s reckless spirit and disregard for the Christian life are concerns for the responsible, devout Polly. When an ill-fated stop [ … ]
God Bless America Quiz
Click here and take the God Bless America Quiz. Share it with friends and challenge them too! It’s a fun way to learn more about our country’s rich history.