Saddleback Church

Peter may have been the first one out of the boat, but Jesus' invitation to walk on water is for us all. But walk on water? What does that mean? Walking on water means facing our fears and choosing not to let fear have the last word, discovering and embracing the unique calling of God on our lives, and experiencing the power of God to accomplish what we would not be capable of doing on our own.  Relating the story in Matthew 14 to life today, teacher and best-selling author, John Ortberg, invites you to consider the incredible potential that awaits you outside your comfort zones. Out on the risky waters of faith, Jesus is waiting to meet you in ways that will change you forever, deepening your character and your trust in God. Get to know Jesus as only a water-walker can, aligning yourselves with God's purposes for your lives. There's just one requirement: If You Want to Walk on Water, You've Got to Get Out of the Boat!

Many people are experiencing financial challenges like debt, a frustrating job, or inadequate savings. Recent surveys have found that over half of all divorces are the result of financial pressure at home. Suffocating materialism is robbing people of their spiritual identity. You will learn that the Bible has a lot to say about money; in fact, there are over 2350 verses that address everything you need to know about handling money. Indeed, the Bible is a blueprint for managing your finances.

It's time to rethink our perspectives on money and possessions. In this thoroughly researched and extensively updated classic, Randy Alcorn shows us how to view them accurately—as God's provision for our good, the good of others, and his glory. Alcorn presents a biblical and comprehensive view of money and possessions, including the following: Why is money so important to God? Is prosperity theology right or wrong? How can we be liberated from materialism? What should we do about debt? How much does God want us to give? How can we best help the poor and reach the lost? What about gambling? investing? insurance? saving? retirement? inheritance? How can we leave our children a true heritage? How can we use money in ways that God rewards? This practical and refreshing theology of money contains topical and Scripture indexes, a study guide, and five helpful appendices.