Theodoret can be called the last great torchbearer of Christian rhetoric in Asia and De providentia is regarded by many as exhibiting his literary power in its highest form. Written c. 437. † Author: Thomas Halton Publisher: The Newman Press Binding: Hardcover Language: English ISBN-10: 0809104202 I..
Bestselling author Bob Barnes provides a gathering of brief, powerful meditations, packed with encouragement, to help men handle daily pressures of family, work, relationships, and responsibilities. These devotions provide encouragement for busy lives and difficult times guidance to shape a man's ch..
The composition of this work can be allotted to the period of the 540s and 550s. Cassiodorus deploys the psalms not only for the purposes of instruction in theology and hermeneutics, but also to inculcate a general education in eloquence. † Author: Walsh, P. G. Publisher: The Newman Press Binding: H..
With all the pressures and influences of today's world, Christian moms worry about their little girls and how they will grow up. Quality time between a mom and a daughter can be the greatest protection against the world's pressures to make a girl mature too quickly. Knowing this, Dannah Gresh, popul..
Now on audio CD, 90 Minutes in Heaven is the compassionate and stirring story of one man's experience with death and life.Driving home from a conference, Baptist minister Don Piper's car collided with a semi truck that crossed into his lane. He was pronounced dead at the scene. For the next 90 minut..
Jesus is often described as the master teacher, but when was the last time you thought of him as the master questioner or the master asker Veteran youth worker Jason Ostrander has combed through the pages of the Gospels in search of the most challenging, intriguing, and meaningful questions Jesus po..
When Jesus spoke at the tale he provided instructions for his disciples to follow. A Banqueter's Guide to the All-Night Soup Kitchen of the Kingdom of God views those teachings as a set of guidelines for us to follow in all areas of life. Through the study of metaphors commonly used to describe the ..
Originally published in 1962 and revised in 1991, this practical volume has long been an invaluable resource to clergy, laity, and seminarians alike. For the 50th anniversary of the classic text, editor David Gregg brings his insights as a theologian, pastor, polity instructor, and member of the Gen..
Written in a clear, contemporary style using inclusive language, Dr. Maring’s unique approach combines fresh insights into the New Testament concept of the church with thoughtful interpretations of Baptist history and tradition.Maring explores hallmarks of Baptist identity, biblical roots of Baptist..
A college level text written to complement the author's widely used Readers Greek/English Lexicon of the New Testament. Readings are graduated and are provided every few chapters to confirm vocabulary and grammar development. Vocabulary is arranged according to frequency, while emphasis is placed on..
"Across the spectrum of churches there seems to be a general vagueness about the God we worship and the purpose of worship in the first place. But do we have to settle for either dull routine or perpetual innovation "In this penetrating examination of worship, Michael Horton demonstrates that there ..
This exhaustive theology of missions focuses on theory and biblical mandates for missions as a vital part of theology. George Peters, a foremost missions authority, considers both liberal and conservative views, although his own stance is solidly evangelical. Author: Peters, George W. Publisher: Moo..
This absorbing book takes us back to the busy, colorful world of a Netherlandish Catholic bishop and his flock during the age of Reformation. It is drawn from a rare journal, one of many kept by Mathias Hovius from 1596 to 1620 while he was Archbishop of Mechelen (part of modern Belgium). Elegantly ..
In this book, John Nelson reconstructs everyday Anglican religious practice and experience in Virginia from the end of the seventeenth century to the start of the American Revolution. Challenging previous characterizations of the colonial Anglican establishment as weak, he reveals the fundamental ro..
Surveys the origins and rich history of this Southwestern dish and offers recipes and a guide to Chili restaurants Author: Tolbert, Frank X. Publisher: Doubleday Binding: Hardcover Language: English ISBN-10: 0385057636 ISBN-13: 9780385057639..
This is a compact introduction to the work of Philo (c. 20 BCE-50 CE), the important Jewish thinker and scriptural interpreter. Kenneth Schenck provides a guide for understanding Philo's complex works, a roadmap for topics and contents of Philo's writings, and a description of contemporary research ..
Most histories of Christian worship are written as if nothing significant in liturgical history ever happened in North America, as if cultural diversities were insignificant in the development of worship, and as if most of what mattered were words the priest or minister addressed to God. This book i..
Jürgen Moltmann has marked the history of theology after the Second World War in Europe and North America like no other. He is the most widely read, quoted, and translated theologian of our time. Now, after Moltmann has celebrated his eightieth birthday, he looks back on a life engaged in forging a..
Deep inside each one of us is a longing to escape the frantic pace of life in the 21st Century. A Call to the Secret Place is your personal invitation to take that step towards the place lovingly prepared for you. Cheering you on will be the voices of other women as shared by Michal Ann Gollwomen on..
Why is the Christian Church declining in numbers and effectiveness in the twenty-first century In A Celtic Model of Ministry Jerry Doherty, experienced clergyman and Celtic scholar, shows that the decline is caused by a crisis of individualism, a crisis of faith, and a crisis of lifestyle. Doherty ..
This historical survey of the relationship between archaeology and biblical studies in the archaeological excavations in Palestine at Tell el-Hesi from 1840 to 1990 concentrates on the work of major excavators and scholars. It is a panoramic overview of the methods and theories that served to illumi..
These timeless stories from the Bible, together with psalms, songs, and special Bible passages, teach your young reader about the God who made them and all the world. This is a wonderful keepsake gift. Author: Wright, Sally Ann Publisher: Standard Publishing Binding: Hardcover Language: English ISBN..
This delightful book is a guide to worship for young children. Illustrated by mice that help explain Sunday worship services and encourage participation in worship by children and their parents, this book was designed for use by children age three through nine with the help of parents or teachers. A..
Arguing that Americans make political choices in terms of a general notion of right and wrong, yet lack a sound, objective foundation for such values, evangelical scholar Stephen Mott formulates a Christian political theory that supplies such norms. Drawing on theological and biblical sources, Mott ..
The place in which we stand is often taken for granted and ignored in our increasingly mobile society. Differentiating between place and space, this book argues that place has very much more influence upon human experience than is generally recognised and that this lack of recognition, and all that ..