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Jerusalem Calling: A Homeless Conscience In A Post-everything World
by Joel SchalitJerusalem Calling marks the emergence of a new breed of public intellectual. American by birth, Israeli by association, and homeless by conscience, Joel Schalit is uniquely qualified to blast all stereotypes of Jewish identity. Moving effortlessly from philosophical complexity to outrageous humor, Schalit’s writing, and his ability to critically interrogate everything from the religious right to punk rock to Middle Eastern politics provides a singular perspective on life in a post-everything age. This book signals the emergence of a new breed of public intellectual. Joel Schalit is a political scientist living in San Francisco, where he works as an editor of Chicago's Punk Planet magazine and UC Berkeley's online politics and culture journal, Bad Subjects. He is a regular contributor to the San Francisco Bay Guardian. Schalit co-edited and contributed to Bad Subjects: Political Education for Everyday Life (NYU Press, 1998).
Jerusalem Gates
by Kenrick BurgessJerusalem is no ordinary place. It is a symbolic city. David, the most revered king of Israel, captured the city and established it as the capital of Israel approximately 3000 years ago. His son King Solomon built the glorious and first temple in the city. The preservation and focus of Jerusalem through centuries past to the present are not accidents. God has kept Jerusalem throughout many wars and battles. Jerusalem is the city that God has chosen for Himself to put His name.Jerusalem Gates examines the significance of the twelve gates built-in the walls around Jerusalem in the time of Nehemiah. The significant spiritual truths for both the individual’s Christian life as well as God’s prophetic plan for the ages are revealed. The order and position of each gate tell the story of God’s plan for people of every generation and the individual decisions that we must take to fulfil His preferred destiny for our lives. The book is divided into three sections:Section One provides insights into the early history of East Jerusalem, its wars, challenges, defeats, victories, sites, prophesies, and the opening of the embassy of the United States of America there on May 14, 2018. The views of Scriptures about Jerusalem are also shared.Section Two explains the significance of each of the twelve gates which were strategically located and named. You will learn about:-the sacrificial Lamb at the sheep gate;-the work of the Holy Spirit at the fountain gate:-the tried, tested and proven sword of the Holy Spirit and its effect on your life at the water gate;-the return of Jesus Christ and your need to live with hope for His return at the east gate;You will also learn how to:-receive the “crown of rejoicing” at the fish Gate;-be holy, obtain the legacy of our fathers in the faith, and get your “ministry call from God” at the old gate;-walk through the valleys of trials, tribulations. difficulties and troubles that will come your way and how to overcome should your “Gethsemane” be turned into a garden of suffering, betrayal, agony, abandonment, and loneliness at the valley gate;-eliminate the impediments, mental clutter and distractions that would hinder you from running the race of life to win “gold” at the dung gate;-battle and overcome the daily spiritual warfare that you encounter at the horse gate;-live our lives with eternity’s values in view at the inspection gate;-appreciate the great hymns and songs that kept the heroes of our faith through the years, and more. Section Three takes you through an exciting adventure into and life-changing insights about the new Jerusalem, its inhabitants, size, foundations, walls, and twelve gates. It is the eternal city of righteousness and peace and is built by God. At the heart of the book is the Christian’s journey through eleven of the gates to fulfil his or her God-directed destiny.
Jessica Against Bruce (Sweet Valley High #86)
by Francine Pascal Kate WilliamBruce Patman joins Club X and dares Jessica to do more dangerous stunts.
Jessica Quits the Squad (Sweet Valley High #112)
by Francine PascalCheerleading madness! Jessica Wakefield finally meets her match when beautiful Heather Mallone moves to town. Not only is Heather glamorous and popular, she's also the best cheerleader Sweet Valley High has ever seen! She has big plans for the squad, including stealing Jessica's role as captain. Outraged at the idea of sharing the spotlight, Jessica starts the biggest feud in cheerleading history! Elizabeth Wakefield should be happy that Jessica is falling in love with Ken Matthews, but instead she tries to keep them apart. Is Elizabeth really in love with her boyfriend, Todd Wilkins -- or is she harboring a secret passion for Ken? Book One in this riveting three-part miniseries ... Will the Sweet Valley cheerleaders make it to the top?
Jessica's Unburied Treasure (Sweet Valley Kids #30)
by Molly Mia Stewart Francine PascalGrand Canyon Adventure Identical twins Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield are off on a family trip to the Grand Canyon. They have lots of fun until they find an unexpected canyon treasure a diamond ring. For once the twins can't agree on what to do. Jessica wants to keep the ring. Elizabeth wants to sell it and buy something else with the money. One of the twins has to give in. But which one will it be? Don't miss any of the books in this exciting series!
Jesuit Education and Social Change in El Salvador (RoutledgeFalmer Studies in Higher Education #5)
by Charles J. Beirne, S.J.First Published in 1996. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Jesuit Higher Educational Leadership: A Case Study of Universities in Asia
by Bernard LeeThis book sets out to examine the perceptions of the senior management, faculty members, and administrators of Jesuit leadership in four Asian Jesuit universities. The research question is framed as follows: What are the conceptualisation, collaboration with others, and challenges of Jesuit higher educational leadership? The researcher employed a two-stage research approach to gather the sample. The first stage involved qualitative research, including interviews and expert opinions, while the second stage comprised quantitative research in the form of surveys. This study was conducted across the Philippines, Indonesia, South Korea, and Japan. In total, 30 respondents participated in the interview over the Zoom platform, and 44 completed the online survey. The book made four significant contributions to scholarly literature. First, it conceptualised Jesuit higher educational leadership, which encompassed six features: interpersonal support, community building, selflessness, equality, integrity, and spirituality. Second, it empirically established a scale or a model of Jesuit higher educational leadership. Third, it empirically confirmed that collaboration with others was the mediator between the Jesuit higher educational leadership and the president's performance. Finally, it discovered Jesuit higher educational leaders' challenges, identifying conspicuous similarities and differences between the four universities. The structure of the book is organised into five chapters. Chapter 1 elucidates the background, the gap, the aim, the research questions, the significance of the study, and the organisation of the book. Chapter 2 presents a review of the relevant literature in conceptualising Jesuit higher educational leadership. Chapter 3 explains the study's design, the methodology, findings and analysis of interviews. Chapter 4 presents the methodology, the findings and analysis of the survey. Chapter 5 synthesises all the preceding chapters to respond to the research question posed in the introductory chapter.
Jesus
by Charles GuignebertChristian scholar Charles Guignebert (1867—1939) lectured extensively on Christian history at the Sorbonne, and conducted a 23 year long "seminar" on the New Testament. In this extensive work, Guignebert gives a full, reverent, and sympathetic account of the career, character, and teaching of Jesus as one of the world's greatest authorities.“The virtue of Professor Guignebert’s venture lies in his comprehensive analysis of the scholarship of the past decades in this field. The specialists are acquainted with all the evidence which he analyses. But there is no book of recent years which will give the interested layman a more comprehensive account of what has been written and said about the life of Jesus and a fairer estimate of conflicting evidence. Naturally, the author has a position of his own to maintain, but the reader is permitted to see how he arrives at it and with what cogency and plausibility he defends against contrasting views. On the whole his own position is strongly influenced by the eschatological emphasis which was introduced into New Testament criticism by Albert Schweitzer.”—Reinhold Niebuhr.
Jesus
by John Dominic CrossanThe Controversial, Bestselling Account of What We Can Know About the Life of Jesus
Jesus
by Rose PublishingRose Bible Basics: Jesus - Who is Jesus?How is Jesus different from all other religious leaders in the world? The full-color Rose Bible Basics: Jesus book provides you with a solid introduction to the life of Jesus, his teachings, and the significance of his death and resurrection. Each chapter of this book will help you discover the life-changing impact of Jesus of Nazareth. Chapters in Rose Bible Basics: Jesus include: *Who is Jesus?This chapter helps to explain why Jesus came, what He taught and did, and why He had to die. It includes the "life of Jesus" in chart form, the "beliefs about Jesus" chart, and a "Christ's deity" chart. *Jesus: Fact or Fiction? Topics in this section include: *Was Jesus of Nazareth a mythical figure? *Where was Jesus during the "Lost Years"? *Have archaeologists really found Jesus' bones? *The Gospels Side by SideThis section includes a chart exploring the harmony of the gospels regarding the life of Jesus. It also covers such topics as *Why are there four gospels? *The gospels as biographyThis section helps explain Jesus' Passover meals, His miracles, parables, where He walked, and even includes a map of how Israel probably looked during the time of Jesus. *The BeatitudesThis section reveals why the much beloved Beatitudes of Jesus' sermon on the mount are still relevant wherever there is suffering, injustice, and a need for God today. They bring comfort to a weary heart, and joy in times of trial. This chapter will explain what the beatitudes are and how they relate to believers today. *The Lord's PrayerKnow God's Power and Forgiveness through 7 Petitions: *God's Fatherly Love *God's Holiness *God's Sovereignty *Authority *Providence *Mercy and Protection *Names of JesusThis section gives 50 names of Jesus and the meaning of each name with its Bible reference. This section also compares Jesus to: Adam, Noah, Abraham, Melchizedek, Joseph, Moses, Joshua, Samuel, David, Elijah and Elisha, and Zerubbabel, as many of these men foreshadowed the coming of the true messiah. *Christ in the Old TestamentThis popular section includes a chart that selects 13 people in the Old Testament who foreshadowed Jesus Christ. The Christ in the Old Testament section also provides 20 Biblical prophecies fulfilled by Jesus in His first coming.
Jesus
by Tim LahayeJesus. Love Him or hate Him, He's everywhere. On our t-shirts, bumper stickers, and even on the covers of leading news magazines, year after year. We see Him on the silver screen, in the headline crawl on the TV news, and on the homemade signs held up at ball games. Hotly debated, He remains the most conspicuous figure of all time, even twenty decades after His inglorious death.Best-selling author Tim LaHaye, together with coauthor David Minasian, looks back through history and peers into the prophetic future to show us why the world's "Jesus Fascination" should come as no surprise. After reading about Jesus' life, legacy, and pervasive influence, you may find yourself connecting the dots of your own spiritual journey and answering the timeless question that came from the lips of Jesus Himself: Who do you say that I am?
Jesus (Get to Know)
by ZondervanJesus—part of the Get to Know series—is a unique biography about Jesus, the son of God. Focusing on the life and character of this Biblical hero, using color photographs, maps, and other visual resources to tell the whole story, young biography fans will come to learn more about this man of the God and the role he plays in history.Featuring a bibliography and scriptural references throughout, this is sure to become a favorite for young readers and for first book reports.
Jesus Before the Gospels: How the Earliest Christians Remembered, Changed, and Invented Their Stories of the Savior
by Bart D. EhrmanThe bestselling author of Misquoting Jesus, one of the most renowned and controversial Bible scholars in the world today examines oral tradition and its role in shaping the stories about Jesus we encounter in the New Testament--and ultimately in our understanding of Christianity.Throughout much of human history, our most important stories were passed down orally--including the stories about Jesus before they became written down in the Gospels. In this fascinating and deeply researched work, leading Bible scholar Bart D. Ehrman investigates the role oral history has played in the New Testament--how the telling of these stories not only spread Jesus' message but helped shape it.A master explainer of Christian history, texts, and traditions, Ehrman draws on a range of disciplines, including psychology and anthropology, to examine the role of memory in the creation of the Gospels. Explaining how oral tradition evolves based on the latest scientific research, he demonstrates how the act of telling and retelling impacts the story, the storyteller, and the listener--crucial insights that challenge our typical historical understanding of the silent period between when Jesus lived and died and when his stories began to be written down.As he did in his previous books on religious scholarship, debates on New Testament authorship, and the existence of Jesus of Nazareth, Ehrman combines his deep knowledge and meticulous scholarship in a compelling and eye-opening narrative that will change the way we read and think about these sacred texts.
Jesus Behaving Badly: The Puzzling Paradoxes of the Man from Galilee
by Mark L. StraussJudgmental—preaching hellfire far more than the apostle PaulUncompromising—telling people to hate their familiesChauvinistic—excluding women from leadershipRacist—insulting people from other ethnic groupsAnti-environmental—cursing a fig tree and affirming animal sacrificeAngry—overturning tables and chasing moneychangers in the temple
Jesus Bible Study Guide: The God Who Knows Your Name
by Max LucadoDo you find it more difficult to think of Jesus Christ as a human, like you, than to think of him as God? You may believe in God, and you may believe Jesus is God, but many Christians find it difficult to think of him as a real person--fully human as he was fully divine.Award-winning author Max Lucado reveals in this video Bible study (DVD/streaming video sold separately) that in order to really know God and understand the Gospel, it's essential that we take a closer look at Jesus' humanity.The concept of Jesus' human and heavenly nature is difficult to wrap our minds around. He's the God who formed the universe and, at the same time, knows your personal struggles...because he went through the same things. For thirty-three years, Jesus felt everything you have ever felt. Weakness. Weariness. Sadness. Rejection. His feet got tired. His head ached. He was tempted and his strength was tested.The purpose of this study is simple: by journeying through these six lessons with a small group, you will get to know Jesus—and, therefore, God—like you never have before. And by learning more about the person Jesus was and is, we come to understand more clearly the people we were created to be.The Jesus Study Guide includes:Video teaching notesGroup discussion questions and activitiesBible exploration and prayersWeekly personal study and reflection materials.Get ready to study who Jesus was while he walked this earth and what that means for your life today. In doing this, you will get to know God, his purpose for you, and his love for you like you never have before.*Designed for use with the Jesus: The God Who Knows Your Name Video Study, available on DVD or streaming video, sold separately.
Jesus Calling Little Book of Prayers (Jesus Calling®)
by Sarah YoungTalking to God is easy! Featuring darling artwork alongside Scripture, a short message, and prayers on topics such as God&’s goodness, the importance of being kind, and how God makes our hearts happy, Jesus Calling® Little Book of Prayers will help even the littlest readers discover just how much God loves to hear from them.Help your children understand God&’s love and plan for their lives as they develop a habit of prayer early in life. Carolina Farias, illustrator of the hugely successful Jesus Calling® Bible Storybook, also illustrates this adorable board book for toddlers and preschoolers. Simple prayers inspired by God&’s Word will remind children that God made them, that He loves them, and that He loves to spend time with them. With simple language and engaging art, this sturdy board book will capture your little ones&’ attention as they discover how to talk to Jesus in prayer.
Jesus Christ Our Lord
by John F. WalvoordOf the life and work of Jesus, the apostle John said, "Even the world itself could not contain the books that should be written" (John 21:25). Acknowledging the size of the task, as well as its importance, Dr. John F. Walvoord has written this systematic presentation of the Person and work of Christ from eternity past to eternity future. Beginning with an analysis of modern trends in the study of Christology, Dr. Walvoord shows that "contemporary Christology has in many respects confused rather than clarified the extended revelation of the Word of God. " The Word of God forms the solid basis for Dr. Walvoord's entire study. Analyzing the Old Testament, he shows Christ in its history, typology, and prophecy. Then, in the New Testament, he examines the life and work of the incarnate Christ. The doctrines of atonement, redemption, propitiation, and reconciliation are thoroughly and clearly discussed. The book concludes with an examination of the present and future work of Christ, thus giving the reader a comprehensive study of Christology.
Jesus Christ Our Lord
by John F. WalvoordOf the life and work of Jesus, the apostle John said, "Even the world itself could not contain the books that should be written" (John 21:25). Acknowledging the size of the task, as well as its importance, Dr. John F. Walvoord has written this systematic presentation of the Person and work of Christ from eternity past to eternity future. Beginning with an analysis of modern trends in the study of Christology, Dr. Walvoord shows that "contemporary Christology has in many respects confused rather than clarified the extended revelation of the Word of God." The Word of God forms the solid basis for Dr. Walvoord's entire study. Analyzing the Old Testament, he shows Christ in its history, typology, and prophecy. Then, in the New Testament, he examines the life and work of the incarnate Christ. The doctrines of atonement, redemption, propitiation, and reconciliation are thoroughly and clearly discussed. The book concludes with an examination of the present and future work of Christ, thus giving the reader a comprehensive study of Christology
Jesus Christ Our Lord
by John F. WalvoordOf the life and work of Jesus, the apostle John said, "Even the world itself could not contain the books that should be written" (John 21:25). Acknowledging the size of the task, as well as its importance, Dr. John F. Walvoord has written this systematic presentation of the Person and work of Christ from eternity past to eternity future. Beginning with an analysis of modern trends in the study of Christology, Dr. Walvoord shows that "contemporary Christology has in many respects confused rather than clarified the extended revelation of the Word of God." The Word of God forms the solid basis for Dr. Walvoord's entire study. Analyzing the Old Testament, he shows Christ in its history, typology, and prophecy. Then, in the New Testament, he examines the life and work of the incarnate Christ. The doctrines of atonement, redemption, propitiation, and reconciliation are thoroughly and clearly discussed. The book concludes with an examination of the present and future work of Christ, thus giving the reader a comprehensive study of Christology
Jesus Christ and Mythology
by Rudolf BultmannIn this book the great New Testament scholar provides a strictly historical presentation of the teachings of Jesus in the setting of the thought of his own time.
Jesus Christ as the Son of David in the Gospel of Mark (Society for New Testament Studies Monograph Series #174)
by Max BotnerThis study contributes to the debate over the function of Davidic sonship in the Gospel of Mark. In contrast to William Wrede's paradigm, Max Botner argues that Mark's position on Jesus's ancestry cannot be assessed properly though isolated study of the name David (or the patronym son of David). Rather, the totality of Markan messiah language is relevant to the question at hand. Justification for this paradigm shift is rooted in observations about the ways in which ancient authors spoke of their messiahs. Botner shows that Mark was participant to a linguistic community whose members shared multiple conventions for stylizing their messiahs, Davidic or otherwise. He then traces how the evangelist narratively constructed his portrait of Christ via creative use of the Jewish scriptures. When the Davidssohnfrage is approached from within this sociolinguistic framework, it becomes clear that Mark's Christ is indeed David's son.
Jesus Christ: Teacher, Servant, and Savior (John Stott Bible Studies)
by John StottStudy Scripture with John Stottincomparable
Jesus Darkly: Remembering Jesus with the New Testament
by Joel B. Green Rafael RodriguezNew Testament students have not always been well served by study of the historical Jesus, which tends to segregate Jesus from his significance vis-à-vis Israel’s scriptures and God’s agenda as this is developed among the New Testament writers in the living context of a faith community’s memory. The witness of scripture does in fact help us remember Jesus well. The Bible is one story, from beginning to end – a story of God putting God’s family back together. Its plot develops in multiple, sometimes competing, ways. It exhibits the full range of human emotions and, perhaps surprisingly, it claims that these are also God’s emotions. But on every page, we hear the call of a God whose family has chosen an early inheritance instead of an intimate relationship. That God – pictured as a parent, often a father – beckons God’s children, inviting them to return and to sit at the table, clothed by mercy and affirmed as God’s very family.
Jesus Everlasting: Leaning on Our Counselor, Defender, Father, and Friend
by Wendy PopeWhen daily stresses and fears feel overwhelming, women want to know above all that Jesus is with them. With her approachable style and passion for digging into God&’s Word, Wendy Pope invites women to put themselves in the scenes of Jesus&’s encounters with five women. Readers will discover that they too can get to know Jesus as a: Friend who will never leave themFather who brings healing and hopeDefender who protects themCounselor who truly knows themJesus Everlasting includes thought-provoking questions, journaling space, and unique explorations of six hymns to draw readers closer to their Savior. This is a timely invitation for women to understand more of who Jesus is, was, and will be for every tomorrow.
Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal BowmanChristian parents especially appreciate books for their young readers that help them understand more about God. Reading the Bible can be a very overwhelming challenge for young readers. Therefore, Bible stories written in a learn-to-read format are a welcomed product. This is the idea behind the proposal Bible Stories for I Can Read! Level1. When interesting stories from the Bible are written with on-level vocabulary, the child gains knowledge of Scripture and biblical truths while developing his or her reading skills. The result is a meaningful and positive reading experience for the child. Possible titles include: Old Testament: Twelve Special Stones, The Life of Samuel, Elijah and Ahab at Mt. Carmel (1 Kings 18), The Healing of Naaman (2 Kings 5), New Testament: The Two Sons, Jesus Feeds 5000 (Matthew 14, Mark 6, John 6), Lazarus Rises from the Dead (John 11), Jesus Walks on Water (Matthew 14), Saul’s Conversion (Acts 9)