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Devotional Gems
 click for details | | The Devotional Life of the Sunday School Teacher J.R. Miller "If any 19th century American Christian writer warrants reprinting, it is J.R. Miller! His writing style is delightfully smooth, his insights are spiritual diamonds on every page, and his pastoral applications are delivered with the skill of a well-seasoned physician of souls. The Devotional Life of the Sunday School Teacher is valuable not only for Sunday School teachers, but for all who are entrusted with any role in teaching others the things of God's grace. What a practical and devotional challenge to bring Christ to our students by our words and our deeds! The book will drive you to your Bible, your knees, and your classroom! Coupled with the publisher's biographical introduction, this little volume is a MUST read for all who wish to profit from an outstanding servant of a previous era. I cannot commend it too highly." - Bill Shishko, pastor, Orthodox Presbyterian Church, Franklin Square, NY "This book is a biblical prescription for the revitalization of a church's comprehensive Bible teaching ministry, often called Sunday School. In a day in which much that passes in the name of Bible study, isn't marked by much Bible or much study, a voice from the past calls this generation of Bible teachers to God-centered, Christ-exalting, Bible-saturated lessons. Miller rightly argues the key is not found in methods but in a Holy God, a holy life and God's Holy Word. I urge every pastor to get this book, first read it himself, and then give it to everyone in his church who teaches the Bible." - David Prince, Pastor, Ashland Avenue Baptist Church, Lexington, Kentucky J.R. Miller (1840-1912), who was considered by many the most gifted and popular devotional writer of that era. This powerful little book has the potential to change the lives of multitudes through transforming the lives of the teachers in our Sunday Schools. Miller wrote in his Preface, "The real power in Sunday School teaching is not in methods... or equipment, but in the teacher's own spiritual life." This is not a book for cowards, but for Christian warriors. 3000 copies were purchased the first month it was available. BRAND NEW EDITION NOW AVAILABLE. The perfect companion for THE SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER'S GUIDE by J.A. James New Edition Now Available  SGCB Price: $8.95 (list price $12.00)purchase with THE SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER'S GUIDE SGCB Price: $13.95 (list price $23.00)Nearly 40% Discount When Ordered Together |
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 click for details | | SABBATH SCRIPTURE READINGS FROM THE NEW TESTAMENT Thomas Chalmers Thomas Chalmers (1780-1847) was considered by many the greatest Scots preacher of his day. This volume contains over 430 pages of personal musings upon every chapter in the New Testament. From October 1841 - September 1846 Chalmers compiled these "Sabbath Readings" as he systematically worked through every chapter in the New Testament. Like Augustine's "Confessions", these meditations are primarily written in the form and language of prayer. Here is Chalmers at his very best! "They are precious fragments of immortal thought." - Charles H. Spurgeon "Thomas Chalmers was the colossus of 19th century Scottish Christianity. His high eminence as a public figure did not preclude his deep humility of heart. In this volume we see the great man tender and childlike before God, willing to be taught and honest about his many struggles within, both with sin and comprehension of the Word. Chalmers becomes a welcome and friendly companion as we share in his meditations. " - Pastor Roger Salter "Valuable insights from Thomas Chalmers drawn from his Sabbath meditations on Scripture. These are delightful and especially helpful." - Dr. Derek Thomas "Thomas Chalmers' conversion was one of the great turning points in the history of the Church of Scotland. His personal investment in the pastoral and theological education of the core group of men who became the leading lights of the evangelical awakening in Scotland in the nineteenth century is one of the great stories of God's display of his sovereignty in the building up of the church. My own copy of Chalmers Life and Works comes right out of the library of the now-defunct United Free College Library of Glasgow: given to me as a gift by my mother many years ago. One of the choicest parts of that 13-volume treasure is Chalmers' Sabbath Readings, and so I am especially glad to commend these 'soul-fatting' messages to a new generation of readers." - Dr. J. Ligon Duncan Thomas Carlyle said of Chalmers: "It is not often that the world has seen men like Thomas Chalmers, nor can the world afford to forget them; or in its most careless mood, be willing to. Probably the time is coming when it will be more apparent than it is now to everyone, that here, intrinsically, was the chief Scottish man of his time - a man possessed of such massive geniality of intellect as belonged to no other man. What a grand simplicity, broad humour, blent so kindly with enthusiasm, ardour and blazing thought - a man of such noble valour, strength and piety - above all things, of such perfect veracity, I have not met with in these times. Honour to him, honour belongs to him, and to the essential work he did - an everlasting continuance among the possessions of this world" Special Price Until July 31st SGCB Price: $19.95 (list price $32.00)NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN OVER 100 YEARS |
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 | | DAY BY DAY DEVOTIONAL SERIES Calvin, Edwards, Early Church Fathers & English Puritans Day by Day with the Early Church Fathers SGCB Price: $9.95 (list price $17.95)HARDCOVER VOLUME Day by Day with John Calvin SGCB Price: $9.95 (list price $17.95)HARDCOVER VOLUME Day by Day with the English Puritans SGCB Price: $9.95 (list price $17.95)HARDCOVER VOLUME Day by Day with Jonathan Edwards SGCB Price: $9.95 (list price $17.95)HARDCOVER VOLUME ORDER THE FOUR PACK FOR LESS SGCB Price: $37.50 (list price $71.80) |
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 | | MORNING BY MORNING & EVENING BY EVENING - ESV BIBLE Charles Spurgeon, edited by Alistair Begg Generations after Charles Spurgeon's death, Christians are still finding his rich biblical understanding in both Morning by Morning and Evening by Evening to be a great way to begin and end their day. In this two-book set of Spurgeon's classic devotional, pastor-author Alistair Begg has carefully updated Spurgeon's language while faithfully preserving the original message. The 365 readings in each book are newly available in high-quality binding and an easier-to-carry size, and feature the English Standard Version Bible for the Scripture text. Also sold individually. SGCB Price: $25.95 (list price $40.00) |
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| | GOD'S PROMISES FOR YOUR EVERY NEED 25th Anniversary Edition A.L. GILL Grow closer to Christ, deepen your prayer life, and learn about the end times with this Scripture compilation! Now in the NKJV, this special 25th anniversary edition shows you how to develop your faith during personal crises; minister to others; and become a witness for Christ. A great stocking stuffer for the holidays! 320 pages, softcover from Thomas Nelson. SGCB Price: $2.50 (list price $4.00)Order 10 or more copies SGCB Price: $2.00 (list price $4.00)50% Discount |
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 | | The Believers Pocket Companion William Mason "What think ye of Christ? This is the most important question in the world. Happy for that sinner who can answer from his heart and say, Christ to me is precious! For verily, he is a pardoned, justified, sanctified, saved soul. The design of this little book, for the pocket, is to stir up and quicken such in the way of believing in Christ, looking to Christ, coming unto Him, and abiding in Him. In the Apostle's words, Put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, in your mind, memory and conscience, that so you may enjoy more sweet fellowship with Him, find more of the inestimable preciousness of Him, and experience more of His wonderful love, which passeth knowledge." The author, William Mason is best remembered for his book of daily meditations, A Spiritual Treasury for the Children of God, and for his explanatory and experimental notes to Pilgrim's Progress. Written in 1773, this book has such redeeming direction and assuring comfort for the Christian life and walk. This marvelous book is sub-titled: "The One Thing Needful to make the poor sinner rich, the vile sinner holy, and the miserable sinner happy." SGCB Price: $5.95 (list price $8.99) |
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 | | THE GOLDEN BOOKLET OF THE TRUE CHRISTIAN LIFE John Calvin Golden Booklet of the True Christian Life has inspired readers around the world for more than four centuries. This classic devotional will guide you on how to apply the Christian faith in a balanced way to mind, heart, and hand. Originally part of John Calvin's Institutes, it covers themes such as obedience, self-denial, the significance of the cross, and how believers should live their lives today. Rather than focusing on contemplative other-worldliness, the Golden Booklet of the True Christian Life stresses the importance of a devotedly active Christian life. In style and spirit, it is much like Augustine's Confessions, Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress, or Thomas a Kempis's Imitation of Christ. Its intense practicality, however, sets it apart, making it easily accessible for anyone seeking to carry out Christian values in everyday life. The translator, Henry J. Van Andel, competently preserved the colorful language and direct style of which John Calvin was a recognized master. SGCB Price: $7.50 (list price $10.99)purchase ten copies SGCB Price: $67.95 (list price $109.90) |
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 click for details | | JESUS AND I ARE FRIENDS The Life and Ministry of J.R. Miller John T. Faris James Russell Miller (1840-1912) was considered by many the greatest devotional writer of his era. His more than 60 volumes sold into the millions of copies and were translated into numerous languages throughout the world. This biography by his closest friend, John Faris, tells the story of his life in a way that is both captivating and encouraging. Professor W. Brenton Greene of Princeton Theological Seminary, after 25 years of intimate association with Miller, said reverently: "If I dared let any man embody my idea of our Lord, I should find myself unconsciously turning to Dr. Miller for such embodiment. We can try to follow him only afar off, but it is one of God's best gifts to us that we have been given such an example of Christlikeness." Long out of print, this precious volume will be welcomed especially by those who have read his books, "The Devotional Life of the Sunday School Teacher", "The Master's Blesseds", "The Home Beautiful" and "Secrets of a Happy Home." SGCB Price: $14.95 (list price $19.00) |
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 | | THE STILL HOUR Communion with God in Prayer Austin Phelps Austin Phelps (1820-1890) was a congregational minister, a professor of sacred rhetoric and homiletics, and later a president of Andover Theological Seminary. He wrote several books which were widely read, but none as much as "The Still Hour." Some of the subjects covered are quite unique, such as "Absence of God, in Prayer", "Unhallowed Prayer", "Distrust in Prayer", "Indolence in Prayer" and "Idolatry in Prayer." This is a book that will both convict and encourage. It is perfect alike for the new believer and the aged saint who has walked with Christ for decades. "Comforting, convicting, and correcting, Phelps's 'Still Hour' is the best short book a Christian can read to stir up his or her sluggish soul and lay hold of God afresh by means of biblical, heartfelt prayer." --Joel R. Beeke, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary Charles H. Spurgeon, in the midst of a sermon on Mark 11:24, said the following: "I was reading the other day in a sweet little book, which I would commend to the attention of all of you, written by an American author, Austin Phelps, who seems to truly and completely know the power of prayer, and to whom I am indebted for many good things. The llittle book is called The Still Hour," Don Whitney wrote: "Remember that the great purpose for engaging in these Disciplines is Godliness, that we may be like Jesus, that we may be more holy. In The Still Hour, Austin Phelps wrote, 'It has been said that no great work in literature or in science was ever wrought by a man who did not love solitude. We may lay it down as an elemental principle of religion, that no large growth in holiness was ever gained by one who did not take time to be often long alone with God.'" NOW AVAILABLE! Special Price Until July 31st SGCB Price: $7.95 (list price $12.00) |
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 | | THE VALLEY OF VISION A Collection Of Puritan Prayers Arthur Bennett Best-selling volume of Puritan Prayers is now available in three types: PAPERBACK LEATHER CD-SET Paperback Edition SGCB Price: $11.95 (list price $16.00)Leather Edition SGCB Price: $17.95 (list price $26.00)Seven CD-Set SGCB Price: $23.95 (list price $33.00) |
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 | | THE SECRET OF COMMUNION WITH GOD Matthew Henry One of the finest, but little known, tratises on the godly life ever written, by the author of the justly popular Matthew Henry's Commentary. This little gem teaches how to begin the day with God, how to spend the day with God, and how to end the day with God. "Matthew Henry is most pious and pithy, sound and sensible, suggestive and sober, terse and trustworthy. You will find him to be glittering with metaphors, rich in analogies, overflowing with illustrations, and superabundant in reflections." - C.H. Spurgeon "Follow Henry's counsel and your practice of prayer will be changed forever, and thus also your experience of communion with God. For as Henry rightly says, 'those who live without prayer, live without God in the world.'" - Dr. Ligon Duncan ""The way we maintain our prayer lives is the great practical fundamental of our Christianity. This was the strength of the English Puritans. Here in this work by Matthew Henry we have the nitty-gritty." - Erroll Hulse Special Discount Through July 31st SGCB Price: $7.95 (list price $12.00)NOW AVAILABLE |
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click for details | | THOUGHTS ON SACRAMENTAL OCCASIONS Extracted from the Diary of the Rev. Philip Doddridge Philip Doddridge with Introduction by J.W. Alexander Although best known for his classic work THE RISE AND PROGRESS OF RELIGION IN THE SOUL, Philip Doddridge (1702-1751) never rose higher than he did in these meditations centered around the Lord's Table. We have included an excerpt from this precious volume which you can view by clicking on the word SAMPLE MEDITATION. This timeless volume published over 250 years ago is made even more precious by the informative introduction written by James W. Alexander of Princeton. In the words of Alexander, taken from his Introduction: "The fragments which fill the ensuing pages are like the filings of gold or the dust of diamonds. They are not specimens either of reasoning or of style: they were never meant for the eye of the stranger. But they reveal to us, in a most pleasant manner, the views of their eminent author, in relation to this important part of his ministerial work. They serve to show how far he was from lapsing into a lukewarm, official, customary, routine, in his approaches to this holy table. Especially do they remind us who are office-bearers in Christ's house, that our public utterances, to be warm and efficient, must flow from an inward fount of feeling." PUBLICATION DATE LATE JUNE 2007 PRE-PUBLICATION TITLE SGCB Price: $9.95 (list price $15.00) |
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 | | ENJOYING GOD ALWAYS 366 Daily Devotions Peter Jeffery Peter Jeffery is known across the world for his ability to present the things of God in a straightforward and accessible style. Here at last is an opportunity to join with the author in daily readings that encourage the reader to spend some part of his or her day in the presence of God reading His Word. Beginning in the Psalms, the author conducts a tour through the Scriptures with the purpose of 'enjoying God always'. Peter Jeffery began his ministry in Cwmbran, South Wales, before serving Rugby Evangelical Free Church in the Midlands during a period of remarkable growth and then moving to the famous Bethlehem Church in Sandfields. Now retired, he continues to be in demand as a gospel preacher on both sides of the Atlantic. Click here for all Evangelical Press Titles. SGCB Price: $14.95 (list price $24.99) |
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 click for details | | THE SAINTS' EVERLASTING REST A Treatise of the Blessed State of the Saints in their Enjoyment of God in Glory Richard Baxter Throughout his life, Richard Baxter suffered from poor health. During one of the most serious periods of illness, he began writing The Saints' Everlasting Rest, to provide fitting meditations on the theme of heaven. It was published in 1650 and has become one of the best-known of all Puritan writings, and a rich source of comfort and instruction about eternal realities. Baxter (1615-1691) was a leading Puritan in England, whose marvelous ministry in the city of Kidderminster was used of God to dramatically transform the town. He is well-known for his over 60 books. His writings, says J.I. Packer, are "brilliant , passionate, eloquent, honest, open-hearted, sharpsighted, and wholly devoted to the glory of God and the good of others..." They display a "flair for unselfconscious, self -revealing intimacy on paper." William Bates noted in Baxter's writing, "...a vigorous pulse...that keeps the reader awake and attentive." EXTRA LARGE HARDCOVER VOLUME 33% Discount SGCB Price: $19.95 (list price $30.00) |
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 | | MONDAY MUSINGS Devout Meditations from the Heart of a Parish Minister Roger Salter For more than 20 years Rev. Roger Salter has been writing a weekly article for the people of his congreagation. These devout meditations have been written on Mondays at the beginning of a new work week and the day following the Sabbath. These "Monday Musings" have been a labor of love and have been welcomed by all who read them. In these meditations you will find both sound doctrine and rich experience. A thorough-going Calvinist within the Anglican communion, Salter displays a boldness and frankness which is refreshing. He has a burden for his own communion, but also a vision that reaches out to all who in every place call upon that Name above every name. Subsidiary to the preaching of the Word for its own sake, Roger Salter entertains the passionate hope that the Anglican Communion will wholeheartedly return to its foundation in Scripture and once again boldly confess its Reformational heritage without reservation or compromise. The Reformation of the 16th century, and the Great Awakening of the 18th century, are the high-water marks of Anglican history and inspire the plea that God will mightily use the Anglican tradition in the cause of the gospel in the not too distant future. May this sector of the People of God be instrumental in revival and reform. ROGER SALTER has been the Rector of St Matthews, Vestavia Hills, Alabama since 1994. Born in Australia, Roger moved to the UK in 1970 and began training for the Anglican ministry at Trinity Theological College, Bristol in 1975. Following ordination at Bristol Cathedral in 1979, he served in parishes of the Church of England in south Bristol; Swindon, Wiltshire; and the Isle of Wight in the diocese of Portsmouth. PRE-PUBLICATION TITLE SGCB Price: $10.50 (list price $16.00) |
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 | | BEYOND AMAZING GRACE The Forgotten Hymns of John Newton Todd Murray This CD features 14 lesser known songs from the tender heart of Pastor John Newton set to new melodies by Todd Murray. The following are included: 1) What Think You of Christ? 2) What Shall I Render? 3) Songs the Angels Cannot Sing 4) Let Me Dwell on Golgotha 5) Sovereign Grace 6) The Word of Christ 7) Rebel Made a Son 8) These Inward Trials 9) Do I Love the Lord? 10) The Minister's Travail 11) All the Plea I Need 12) Let Us Love, Sing, and Wonder 13) The Subject of Our Songs 14) Amazing Grace Click here for all Devotional Gems. SGCB Price: $14.50 (list price $17.00) |
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 | | BEING BORN AGAIN: The Anxious Inquirer After Salvation John Angell James "Being Born Again" (originally titled 'The Anxious Inquirer') sets forth guidelines for beginnig, developing, and securing a genuine Christian life. Starting with the urgency of salvation, James continues with an eloquent plea that faith be deepened, Scripture knowledge broadened, and the terms repentance and faith clearly understood. THIS IS A CLASSIC FROM A GIFTED PASTOR FROM THE 19TH CENTURY. Over 50% Discount SGCB Price: $2.50 (list price $5.99) SGCB Price: $3.50 (list price $5.99) |
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 | | THE CHIEF END OF MAN: An Exposition of the First Answer of the Shorter Catechism John Hall with Introduction by B.B. Warfield "Man's chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy him for ever." This uncovered treasure is intended for all who desire to teach or to learn the purpose for whoich we were created. John Hall (1806-1894) is best known for his long-term friendship with J.W. Alexander, that later resulted in his two volume work which included the 800 letters he received from Alexander over their 40 year relationship. This little gem is full of instruction on the reason we are here and the way that we can live to the glory of God and the enjoyment of God. Parents and children, teachers and pupils, pastors and congregation alike will benefit from this wonderful book. An Introductory article by Benjamin Warfield adds to the value of this work. SGCB Price: $8.95 (list price $12.00) |
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 click for details | | THE WORD AND PRAYER Classic Devotions from the Minor Prophets John Calvin compiled by Charles E. Edwards In 1897 the Presbyterian Board of Publication first published this Devotional Gem drawn from John Calvin's remarkable teaching on the Minor Prophets. Rev. Charles E. Edwards did a masterful job of selecting an expostion from Calvin's Lectures to stand beside the actual prayer that Calvin used to close that particular Lecture. The Apostle's declared, "But we will give ourselves continually to prayer and to the ministry of the Word" (Acts 6:4). Exposition and prayer are found here in the perfect introduction to John Calvin. This can serve as a tool to help the reader go through the Minor Prophets with the able assistance of the Prince of Expositors. "This precious book confirms Calvin's conviction that the Word and prayer work together to develop genuine piety in the Christian. Calvin taught that the Word is God's communication to us, providing us with spiritual food and medicine for spiritual health. Prayer is our communication to God by which we express praise and adoration, and bow in submissive piety before Him. May God mightily use this little volume to foster this spirit of devotion in many hearts and lives." --Dr. Joel R. Beeke, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary "Having made use of Calvin's devotions and prayers from the Minor Prophets since I was a high school student, I am delighted to commend them to a new generation (my old small green paperback edition is now flimsy and dog-eared!). THE WORD AND PRAYER: Classic Devotions from the Minor Prophets by John Calvin, compiled by Charles E. Edwards, will prove a welcome aid to the cultivation of Christian piety, as well as public prayer." - Ligon Duncan, Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Jackson, MS Special Price Until July 31st SGCB Price: $7.50 (list price $11.00) |
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 click for details | | The Master's Blesseds: A Devotional Study of the Beatitudes J.R. Miller This book is an outstanding example of the ability the Lord gave Dr. Miller in expounding the Holy Scriptures. When the book first appeared the following was said about it: "Dr. Miller's genius is seen at its best in this book, and many as have been the expositions of that wonderful discourse of our Lord's, 'The Master's Blesseds' takes a place which none of the others have filled. And not only for the tender and beautiful manner in which the exposition is unfolded, but also for the fresh suggestions with which it teems." 60% Discount SGCB Price: $1.95 (list price $4.99) |
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 click for details | | Royal Bounty: A Devotional Classic Frances R. Havergal This is a 1977 reprint done by Baker Books. The author of this devotional volume is best known for the many hymns she composed, such as Take My Life and Let It Be, Who is on the Lord's Side?, I Gave My Life for Thee and many others. In addition to her hymn writing, she was equally adept in devotional writing. Royal Bounty was her greatest devotional work. 60% Discount SGCB Price: $1.95 (list price $4.99) |
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 | | Morning Exercises William Jay Spurgeon said, "O for more Jays!" This volume is a daily devotional that will lead you, feed you, challenge you, and change you. If you are looking for something to start your day right, this is what you are looking for. This is an outstanding book to lay out the text of Scripture in a way that will both inform and inspire. 50% Discount SGCB Price: $14.95 (list price $29.95)HARDCOVER WITH DUST JACKET |
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