Noah Built His Ark in the Sunshine

by Moore, James W.

• ISBN13: 9780687075386
• ISBN10: 0687075386
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-07-01
• Publisher: Dimensions for Living

Summary

Noah built his ark on a sunny day; trusting in God, he prepared in advance for the storm that was to come. He didn't wait until the last minute. He used the sunny days to get himself ready. He used those bright days to build up the resources he would need when the rain and the floods came later. In his story, we learn many important things about his faith, gratitude, and spiritual strength. But the question is, "How do we get there? How do we reach that level of spiritual maturity? That kind of faith and spiritual maturity doesn't just happen overnight. We have to build it! We have to work at the faith, practice it, express it, study it, share it. And as we do, our faith will grow, and our gratitude will deepen, and we too will be able to pray, "Lord, whatever this day may bring, you are here, you are in it, you are with us, so may your name be praised!"

Table of Contents

Introduction	9	(6)
1. Building the Ark of Spiritual Strength
There Are Some Things You Can't Borrow	15	(10)
2. Building the Ark of Compassion
We Can't Be Too Caring, but We Can Be Too Careful	25	(8)
3. Building the Ark of Peace
Strong Faith for Tough Times	33	(9)
4. Building the Ark of Christian Love
Being More Than Conquerors	42	(9)
5. Building the Ark of Strong Foundations
Fixed Points in a Changing World	51	(8)
6. Building the Ark of Churchmanship
Why Go to Church?	59	(8)
7. Building the Ark of Christian Witness
"Who Will Be a Witness for My Lord?"	67	(7)
8. Building the Ark of Kairos Moments
The Powerful Moments That Change Your Life Forever	74	(11)
9. Building the Ark of Confidence
Three Victories That Will Change Your Life	85	(7)
10. Building the Ark of Trust in God
"Surely Goodness and Mercy Shall Follow Me All the Days of My Life"	92	(7)
11. Building the Ark of Christian Marriage
The Four C's of a Great Marriage	99	(8)
12. Building the Ark of Purpose
What Are You Going to Do with the Rest of Your Life?	107	(9)
13. Building the Ark of Freedom
Why Do We Wait for Permission?	116	(8)
14. Building the Ark of Perseverance
Why Do People Drop Out?	124	(7)
15. Building the Ark of Sacrificial Love
Continuing the Ministry of Christ's Love	131	(8)
Study Guide by John D. Schroeder	139