Here's a new book of great ideas, telling what will happen when we
put God first in our lives. Looking at the financial situation, this
book tells how we have to put God before money and wealth, and how we
will be blessed if we do. Also, some great new releases are out
today!

WHEN GOD IS FIRST - MIKE HAYES (2000)
by Josh M. Shepherd
Exploring the vital yet little-understood principles of tithing,
Pastor Mike Hayes envisions the successful, abundant 21st-century
Church that will rise up...When God is First. "Giving God the first
portion breaks the curse of the destroyer from all that remains,"
states the 'Law of First Things' which the book centers on.

Two Old Testament stories are given new dimension and present-day
currency in light of this Law: those of Abraham and Achan.
The "Father of Many Nations" willingly offered Isaac to be
sacrificed, as he was the son of promise; this was a prophetic "type"
of God the Father giving up His only Son for the redemption of all
humanity. It is an issue of trust. "Tithe is given first in faith to
guarantee God that He deserves first place because of who He is, not
what He provides."

The second story teaches not by example, but through a man's fall
into greed. By taking gold from Jericho--the first city Israel
conquered in the Promised Land--Achan violated God's law, and paid
the consequences. Today, death is not our punishment, but God and His
abiding principles remain unchanged. Pastor Mike's writing style is
as engaging as his speaking, peppering seminary-level concepts with
amusing, illustrative stories both from history and his own 20+ years
of ministry. These help readers realize that When God is First is a
time-tested, Biblically sound message, absolutely relevant for us
today.

With so much said about atonement, "devoted things," and what not,
the chapter summaries are most helpful as a study tool, cementing the
key points in your mind. As composed and illuminant as this message
is, it all comes down to some simple questions. Will God be given the
first part of my time, priorities, and money to redeem the rest? Will
He be first?

Find out more about When God is First at cMusicWeb.com:
http://cMusicWeb.com/books/whengodisfirst


AVAILABLE YESTERDAY (on cMusicWeb.com or at your local store)

BEST FRIEND - UNITED LIVE
The Hillsongs Youth band delivers another CD full of high-energy
worship, which is sure to be as popular as their first release,
Everyday. An item not to be missed this week!

CONVERSATIONS - SARA GROVES
After years of creating her folk/pop music on the side while
teaching, Sara Groves has quit her job and is now doing her music
full time. An excellent debut from one of the most talented new
artists of the year.

NO PLACE SO FAR - ERIN O'DONNELL
She's back, and here with more of her signature pop sound. Fans of
the earlier Erin O'Donnell will like it, but not too much new ground
for new listeners here.

REMEMBER THE TITANS - WALT DISNEY PICTURES
Not your average Disney movie, the Titans tells the story of a
determined football coach and team, and their road to victory. This
is now out on VHS and DVD, and is the PICK OF THE WEEK!

WOW WORSHIP GREEN - VARIOUS
The latest collection from the people over at Integrity, Vineyard,
and the other worship labels bring more of the same worship as the
last two colors, and updates the look to the new wOw design.
However, this collection is not as good as the modern worship
collection, I Could Sing of Your Love Forever.


AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER (on cMusicWeb.com)

ROCK: http://cMusicWeb.com/rock
wlladjusted - Beanbag [3/27]

ALTERNATIVE: http://cMusicWeb.com/alternative
Solo EP - dc Talk [4/24]

POP: http://cMusicWeb.com/pop
Bedtime Prayers - Twila Paris [3/27]

WORSHIP: http://cMusicWeb.com/worship
SONICPRAISe - SONICFLOOd [4/10]
Over Under Everything - Circadian Rhythm [4/24]

Click on the album titles on the genre page to order them and recieve
them on the release date.


THIS WEEK'S CHRISTIAN HIT RADIO CHARTS
> Stacie Orrico falls from #5 off the charts, and we welcome
> the best single yet from Switchfoot, running towards #1!
1. Joy - Newsboys
2. Every Time I Fall - Jaci Velasquez
3. These Thousand Hills - Third Day
4. My Life - PlusOne
5. Lay it Down - Jennifer Knapp
6. Can't Erase It - Jars of Clay
7. Shaken - Rachael Lampa
8. Love is the Movement - Switchfoot
9. One Like You - Audio Adrenaline
10. Long Way Home - Forty Days

SOURCE: CCM Update (http://www.ccmupdate.com/)


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