Family Living - Life Resoure Catalog

Life Resource Catalog - Family Living

"Generations to come need Lutherans who love life today! Fathers love life when they model chivalry, fidelity, courage, character, and servant-style leadership. Mothers love life when they model purity, virtue, homemaking, hospitality, and relationship-building. The Church loves life when she offers practical solutions for problems of life and models repentance and reconciliation. Grandparents love life when they pass on stories of faith." Linda D. Bartlett, former president of Lutherans For Life
BIBLE STUDIES
	Dressing for Life: Secrets of the Great Cover-up by Linda Bartlett. This Bible study (sent to you via e-mail as a reproducible PDF file) is designed to follow the interactive and educational purity lifestyle show by the same title or it can be used on its own to introduce God’s Truth about dress, behavior, and respecting others as ourselves. Ten lessons include: Fig Leaves Aren’t Enough Jesus Covers Our Shame & Embarrassment Embarrassment on a Windy Day Worldviews in Conflict My Body, My Choice . . . or Is It? Is Clothing a Language? The Look and Behavior of Love Beauty at Any Price? Living in the Presence of God The Perfect Dress The study may be used by mothers and daughters, Titus 2 mentors, directors of Christian education, youth counselors, family life directors, teachers, and/or pastors during catechism class. It makes an ideal topic for a “girls’ only” retreat. Linda Bartlett was encouraged to write this Bible study after scripting the purity lifestyle show. She explains, “The ideas discussed in this study will seem strange and new to many women and girls. The ideas are counterculture. But, when we look to the Father God and Creator of our bodies to know how to dress and act, we will begin to make better choices. We will begin to transform the culture! We will respect the eyes of gentlemen! We will bring glory to our Savior Jesus rather than to ourselves.” Note: Dressing for Life: Secrets of the Great Cover-up will be e-mailed to you as a reproducible PDF file. Item DFL. $15.00 ea.
	Life Studies – Volume One is a collection of some of Lutherans For Life’s classic Bible studies, updated and in a reproducible format! A wide variety of topics are included: abortion, post-abortion healing, adoption, end-of-life issues, family living, and For Life witnessing. Item 1620BS. $10.00 ea.
	Men, Women, and Relationships (Building a Culture of Life Across the Generations) – We often talk about building a culture of life, but what does it look like? Upon what is it founded and how is it built? How does God’s view of men, women, and relationships differ from the world? What are the consequences of our choices? What hope is there in Jesus? This revised and updated Bible study (complete with leader's guide and reproducible student pages) by Linda Bartlett, is a helpful tool for college students, single adults, husbands and wives, parents, pastors, and those who work with family life ministries or serve at caring pregnancy centers. Twelve lessons may be used in a series or separately, by individuals or small groups, in the home or at retreat.
	Topics include: Lesson #1 – Modern Woman 5 Lesson #2 – Modern Man 9 Lesson #3 – Failure of Feminism 14 Lesson #4 – Abuse of Sex 17 Lesson #5 – Woman’s Choice 20 Lesson #6 – Healing 23 Lesson #7 – Husbands and Wives 26 Lesson #8 – Compete or Complete 29 Lesson #9 – The Hand that Rocks 33 Lesson #10 – Heroes 36 Lesson #11 – Bears and Defenders 39 Lesson #12 – Building a Culture of Life 42 Item 901BS. $10.00 ea.
BOOKS/BOOKLETS
	Biblical Manhood – Understanding the unique way in which we were created doesn’t make us fully men. Getting married and having a family doesn’t make us a man. Success in our businesses, achieving great wealth and power, receiving honor and praise by our peers—these are not the measure of real masculinity, biblical manhood. To be truly a man, biblically, we must commit ourselves with the will and the strength that only God can give us—to the pursuit of godliness. This is biblical manhood. By Dr. Francis Monseth. Item 304B. $2.00 ea.
	The Failure of Sex Education – Two models for sex education exist. One is God’s model of purity, chastity, and modesty. The other is the humanist model as designed by Alfred Kinsey and used by Planned Parenthood and others. Which model is your public or parochial school using? How should parents be involved? What questions should parents ask? By Linda Bartlett. Item 601B. $3.00 ea.
	Fig Leaves are Not Enough! (formerly Who's Trying to Remove My Fig Leaf?) – Thoughts about modesty by Linda Bartlett. Why did God clothe His children? In this updated booklet, Linda helps us see modesty as God's way of helping us protect our virtue and purity. Item 612B. $0.50 ea.
	Forgiven in Christ – The particular experiences discussed in this booklet (physical, sexual, and alcohol abuse) are not pleasant subjects. But the author says, “it seems important to tell them only in light of God’s mercy and grace in Christ and with the hope that it will benefit those with similar experiences and inward turmoil.” She goes on to say that, “I am forgiven in Christ Jesus, God’s Son. My tormentors are forgiven in Him, and I pray that they know this by faith. You too are forgiven in Jesus—no matter your particular sins or regrets—you are forgiven. Look to the cross of Christ. Therein is God’s peace toward you. There is mine.” Item 908B. $0.25 ea.
	Generations of Hope for Generations to Come – Today’s young people say, “Tell me, and I’ll forget. Show me, and I may not remember. Involve me, and I’ll understand.” This resource, by Linda Bartlett, can serve as a tool to help build a bridge between generations, an encouragement for LFL leaders, a motivation for parents in a new century, a promise to the faithful, a reason to take heart! We are called to pass on the truth of what God has done in our lives. God brings order out of the chaos with His Word. Jesus is the Word! Because of Jesus, people change, and changed people change the culture in which they live! Item 906B. $2.00 ea.
	God's Word for an Unplanned Pregnancy will guide readers through what can be a fearful and confusing time in one's life. Author Linda Luecke shares the truth and promises of God's Word by reminding readers that "The God who made you knows and loves you. He urges you to choose life today." Item 912B. $1.00 ea. "God's Word for an Unplanned Pregnancy" is adapted from a commentary in "GOD'S WORD for Life." Click here to find out more about this exceptional study Bible. Our executive director has said the commentaries in "GOD'S WORD for Life" offer a terrific 38-week Bible study course on life issues!
	Into His Loving Care – A unique devotional booklet, by Linda Bartlett, dedicated to all the mothers and fathers who mourn the loss of a child’s life through miscarriage or stillbirth. “It may seem as if God is far away at such times of sorrow, but He knows every sparrow that falls. How much more He must care for you and me . . . and our little ones.” Into His Loving Care features suggested Scripture readings, prayers, and beautiful artwork. This unique booklet has been very well received and makes an excellent and thoughtful gift for those who are hurting. Full color. Item 902B. $2.00 ea.
	Not Alone – A devotion booklet, by Linda Bartlett, for single mothers. Not Alone makes an appropriate and helpful gift for caring pregnancy centers or congregations to give to single mothers. Item 901B. $2.00 ea.
	Second Thoughts about Living Together – “Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous.” (Hebrews 13:4 ESV) If there is one thing that all parish pastors have in common that proves time and again to be a persistent and vexing problem, it is the challenge of couples who present themselves for marriage but are already living together. In response to frequent requests for a concise, faithfully biblical resource to help couples reflect on the issues raised by living together, and to help pastors minister in such situations, the resource entitled Second Thoughts About Living Together has been prepared by Concordia Publishing House. This booklet is in a Question and Answer format. Some of the questions include: What is Marriage? Who regulates marriage: Church or State? What is the purpose of marriage? What’s so important about a piece of paper? What about so-called Common Law marriages? Is living together such a great offense? Item 619B. $1.75 ea.
	You Ask about Life: Questions Teens are Asking – There are many questions teenagers are asking, and there are even more answers—the problem is that most of the answers are wrong. This book contains answers to many of the questions teens are asking today and answers them using God’s word. The questions and answers in this book are designed to help you find answers to questions that are not in the book. Topics include: The Reliability of Scripture, Science and Faith, Creation and Evolution, Abortion and Euthanasia, School and Home Life, Church and State, Government and Citizenship. By Tim Pauls. Item 910B. $9.99 ea.
BROCHURES
	In A Life Not Like Any Other, Roberta Bandy shares how many new parents talk about counting the fingers and toes—carefully checking all the outward signs of normalcy. With all accounted for, the parent breathes a sigh of relief—and hopefully gives thanks. But there are other parents whose only sigh is that which comes after many tears. What they see on the outside is not normal and for them there is no immediate relief—and sadly many never learn to give thanks. This is the story of such a child—unlike any other child born that particular day—yet a child whose life had hope, meaning, and purpose. (This story was featured in the Fall 2006 edition of LifeDate.) Item 1622. $0.25 ea.
	Joseph and His Rib – Joseph, a young man from the house of David, was probably like every other soon-to-be husband—nervous, but excited all the same. That is until his fiancée came to him with shocking news. Mary was pregnant, but Joseph was not the father. The world, as Joseph knew it, had collapsed around him. He felt betrayed, hurt, angry. Break the engagement and walk away from this woman, whispered his pride. Everything had changed. Plans were ruined. Reputation was at stake. Uncharted territory lay ahead. At this precarious moment in his life, Joseph had nothing to hang on to . . . nothing, that is, except the Word of the Lord. By Linda Bartlett. Item 904T. $0.25 ea.
	Marriage - A Statement by Lutherans For Life – Sin has certainly brought problems to marriage. The reality of problematic marriages, however, does not abdicate the essence of what marriage is. Jesus makes this clear: “But at the beginning of creation God ‘made them male and female.’ ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two but one” (Mark 10:6-8 NIV). What God intended marriage to be in the beginning, He still intends marriage to be. Item 905T. $0.25 ea.
	Planned Parenthood: It’s Not What You Think! – Here’s the inside scoop on Planned Parenthood’s shocking agenda for our children. This brochure exposes the truth by using excerpts from the organization’s own material. Item 129T. $0.25 ea.
	What About . . . Christian Families – Christian families face enormous pressures in our world today. It is important that they have a good understanding of what God intends for the family and how they best can respond to the many challenges that confront them. This excellent brochure, by Rev. Dr. Alvin L. Barry, answers the following questions: What does God say about families in His Word, the Bible? What are some of the cultural trends impacting families? What can a family do to deal with the challenges of our day? How can parents help their children resist temptations? Item 907T. $0.25 ea.
	What About . . . Living Together Without Marriage – Increasingly, men and women choose to live as husband and wife without being married. This brochure answers some questions asked about living together such as: What is Marriage? Why is it wrong for a couple to live together without marriage? Why does the Church care about what two consenting adults do? Why is living together such a serious problem? Isn’t the Church being “judgmental”? Shouldn’t a couple find out if they are compatible? How can a couple living together resolve the situation? What is the ultimate solution to this problem? By Rev. Dr. Alvin L. Barry. Item 614T. $0.25 ea.
	Who's Trying to Remove My Fig Leaf? – Note: This resource has been updated to booklet form under the title "Fig Leaves are Not Enough!"
	Why Not Just Live Together? – Linda Bartlett provides guidance in response to popular statements such as “I won’t know if it feels right until we try living together first.” Item 607T. $0.25 ea. Note: Updated version available Fall 2008.
	Why Trust Planned Parenthood? – This is the most comprehensive exposé yet on Planned Parenthood designed for the general public. This piece is great for distributing widely in order to expose Planned Parenthood for the organization that it really is. The brochure is in a newspaper format and has 12 pages of information—great to hand out to passers-by at events (especially those sponsored by Planned Parenthood), at churches, at fairs, and door-to-door. (11" x 15") Full color! Item 121T. $0.50 ea.
	Word of Hope – Abortion. It’s so painful. It’s an experience that goes beyond our physical and emotional being. It penetrates deep into the heart of our spiritual life. The pain just doesn’t go away. This brochure offers information on LFL’s Word of Hope post-abortion ministry, which offers confidential post-abortion referral, counseling, and reconciliation. “For those who have had an abortion, there is a need for a word of hope . . .” Item 404T. FREE Click here to go to the Word of Hope website.
	Word of Hope – For Those Who Have Been Abused. Rape. Incest. Sexual abuse. Physical abuse. Many people secretly bear the scars of childhood abuse. They desperately struggle with hidden trauma that interferes with their spiritual growth and relationships with others. This brochure offers information on LFL's Word of Hope, a special ministry that can help overcome the pain of abortion and abuse. Item 909T. FREE Click here to go to the Word of Hope website.
BULLETIN INSERTS
	Faithful Fathers, spotlights the life of Joseph, the importance of fathers in family life, and the faithfulness of our Heavenly Father in helping dads in their vocation. "Daily seek to be faithful to your vocation as father. You are important! Daily seek your faithful God’s forgiveness. You are important to Him! He will bless and uphold you." Click here to read the complete insert text. Item 1107BI. $0.07 ea.
	The Heart of a Mother bulletin insert shares that every mother’s heart, along with Mary’s, is a treasure store of things to ponder—things of joy and things of sorrow. A mother’s heart also needs the treasure of Christ’s love—to celebrate the joys and to be comforted in sorrow. Click here to read the complete insert text. Item 1108BI. $0.07 ea.