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Pocahontas: True Princess
by Mari D. HanesWritten for children ages 8-12, this well-researched book tells the exciting story of Chief Powhatan's brave daughter and the amazing adventures that led her to her heavenly Father.
Pocket Bios: Joan of Arc (Pocket Bios)
by Al BerengerA colorfully illustrated, pocket-size picture book biography of martyr and Roman Catholic saint, Joan of Arc.Joan of Arc was a teenager known for her instrumental role in the Hundred Years' War between the rulers of France and England. Guided by religious visions, she fearlessly helped King Charles VII win back the French throne from the British. After being captured and burned at the stake, she was declared a martyr and canonized as a saint in the Roman Catholic church. Joan of Arc is a national heroine and patron saint, as her legend remains popular and fascinating to this day. About the Pocket Bios series:Pocket Bios are full of personality, introducing readers to fascinating figures from history with simple storytelling and cheerful illustrations. Titles include men and women from history, exploration, the sciences, the arts, the ancient world, and more. Looking for biographies about women in history? Don't miss the Pocket Bios about Princess Diana, Cleopatra, Coco Chanel, Rosa Parks, Marie Antoinette, and Pocahontas.
Pocket Dictionary for the Study of New Testament Greek (The IVP Pocket Reference Series)
by Matthew S. DeMossIf you are beginning your study of New Testament Greek or Greek exegesis, this book is for you! From ablative to zeugma, it defines the tangled terms that infest Greek textbooks, grammars and lexicons. Here is the book to deliver you from late-night ponderings of the predicate and frantic fumings over the fricative. It is the indispensable lexicon to that third language that is neither Greek nor recognizable English: the technical vocabulary of grammarians, lexicographers, linguists and Greek instructors. What's more, this pocket dictionary gives you the inside edge on the terminology of exegesis, textual criticism and biblical criticism. Careful definitions, helpful examples and copious cross-references make this economically priced, brief dictionary easy to use. And its convenient size will make it a constant companion in your study of the Greek New Testament.
Pocket Dictionary of Apologetics & Philosophy of Religion
by C. Stephen EvansThe Pocket Dictionary of Apologetics Philosophy of Religion is designed to be a companion to your study of these two related disciplines. Terms, from a posteriori to worldview, Apologists, from Abelard to Van Til, Philosophers of religion, from Alston to Wolterstorff, Movements, from analytic philosophy to voluntarism, Apologetic arguments, from the cosmological to the wager, Theologies, from Arminianism to Zoroastrianism.
Pocket Dictionary of Apologetics & Philosophy of Religion: 300 Terms Thinkers Clearly Concisely Defined (The\ivp Pocket Reference Ser.)
by C. Stephen EvansDesigned as a companion to the study of apologetics and philosophy of religion, this pocket dictionary by C. Stephen Evans offers 300 entries covering terms, apologists, philosophers, movements, apologetic arguments and theologies.
Pocket Dictionary of Biblical Studies: Over 300 Terms Clearly Concisely Defined (The IVP Pocket Reference Series)
by Arthur G. Patzia Anthony J. PetrottaPocket Dictionary of Biblical Studiesgenre criticismtradition criticismagraphavaticinium ex eventuFrühkatholizismusWissenschaftAleppo CodexZadokite Documentacrosticwoe oracleAugustinian hypothesisYahwist sourcecodexWestern textPocket Dictionary of Biblical Studies
Pocket Dictionary of Christian Spirituality (The IVP Pocket Reference Series)
by Don ThorsenPocket Dictionary of Christian Spiritualityterms and ideastraditions and movementspractices and ritualstexts and theologyPocket Dictionary of Christian Spirituality
Pocket Dictionary of Liturgy & Worship
by Brett Scott ProvanceThe range of topics includes practices, such as altar call and benediction-rites, such as baptism and Eucharist symbols, such as incense and dove texts, such as Apostolic Constitutions and Book of Common Prayer gestures, such as kneeling and sign of the cross vestments, such as alb and robe musical terms, such as a cappella and Agnus Dei observances.
Pocket Dictionary of Saints
by John J. DelaneyThis specially abridged edition of the Dictionary of Saints is a readable, detailed compendium of the facts and fables, legends and lore of the saints venerated by the universal church--1,500 entries in all.
Pocket Dictionary of Theological Terms (The IVP Pocket Reference Series)
by Stanley J. Grenz David Guretzki Cherith Fee NordlingPocket Dictionary of Theological Termsaccomodationwrath of Goda posteriorivia mediatheological movements and traditions, from the Alexandrian School to Wesleyanismtheologians, from Anselm of Canterbury to Ulrich Zwingli
Pocket Dictionary of the Reformed Tradition (The IVP Pocket Reference Series)
by Kelly M. Kapic Wesley Vander LugtLatin terms, such as ad fontes and sola fideTheologians, from Calvin to TorranceConfessions, such as the Belgic and WestminsterDoctrines, such as atonement and sanctificationApologists, such as Francis Schaeffer and Cornelius Van Til
Pocket Guide to Chakras, Revised: Understanding Your Inner Energy (The Mindful Living Guides)
by Joy GardnerA revised and updated, approachable and down-to-earth guide to understanding the chakras and their energy in the body.A clairvoyant can see seven energy vortexes radiating like multi-colored suns along the axis of the human spine. These whorls of spinning energy are known as "chakras," the Sanskrit word for "wheel." Today the ancient awareness of chakras is recognized as a legitimate model for health and illness, providing us with a rich, complex method of organizing the holistic mind-body-spirit connection. This concise introduction to the chakras addresses what they are, where they are located, how they function, how they open and close, and how their energy can be changed. In a time when spirituality is preferred over religion, all you need to know about chakras is right here!
Pocket Guide to Sainthood
by Jason BoyettThe Field Manual for the Super-Virtuous Life A short, humorous guide to saints across the ages-the interesting, the touching, the off-beat, the unexpected, the unusual, and the downright weird. Jason Boyett (Amarillo, TX) is a former copywriter and creative director in the advertising/marketing industry whose work regularly appears in publications like Relevant magazine, Christian Single, and TrueU. org. He has written for Salon. com, Paste, ChristianityToday. com, Ministries Today, and other national publications. He has been featured on international programs airing on the National Geographic Channel and the History Channel, including its recent broadcast of Mysteries of the Garden of Eden.
Pocket Guide to World Religions (The IVP Pocket Reference Series)
by Winfried CorduanHave you ever wondered . . . what the red dot on an Indian woman's forehead means? whether all Buddhist monks practice martial arts? if the Emperor of Japan is still considered a god? Here is a concise, informative guide for anyone looking for answers to basic questions about the world's varied religions. In short, incisive chapters, Winfried Corduan introduces readers to twelve of the world's major religions, including Baha'i, Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Daoism, Hinduism, Islam, Jainism, Judaism, Parsi, Shinto and Sikhism. For each, he offers brief descriptions of its name, numbers and distribution, key symbols, history, Scriptures, major beliefs, subgroups, worship practices, home practices, clothing, diet and calendar. Also included are even briefer descriptions of sixteen new religious movements and traditional or tribal religions. This book is for students, pastors and other busy people who want the quick, bare-facts scoop on current religions.
Pocket Guide to the Afterlife
by Jason BoyettHeaven, Hell, and Other Ultimate Destinations A concise and often humor-filled guide to the afterlife-the interesting, unknown, unusual, apocalyptic, and the downright strange. Jason Boyett (Amarillo, TX) is a former copywriter and creative director in the advertising/marketing industry whose work regularly appears in publications like Relevant magazine, Christian Single, and TrueU. org. He has written for Salon. com, Paste, ChristianityToday. com, Ministries Today, and other national publications. He has been featured on international programs airing on the National Geographic Channel and the History Channel, including its recent broadcast of Mysteries of the Garden of Eden.
Pocket Guide to the Bible
by Jason BoyettA Little Book About the Big BookAn new guide to the original good book, focusing on the fascinating, touching, off-beat, unusual, and the downright bizarre aspects of the Bible.Jason Boyett (Amarillo, TX) is a former copywriter and creative director in the advertising/marketing industry whose work regularly appears in publications like Relevant magazine, Christian Single, and TrueU.org. He has written for Salon.com, Paste, ChristianityToday.com, Ministries Today, and other national publications. He has been featured on international programs airing on the National Geographic Channel and the History Channel, including its recent broadcast of Mysteries of the Garden of Eden.
Pocket History of the Church
by D. Jeffrey BinghamThe story of Christianity is a fascinating tale. Here we find drama, vision and expansion along with failure, setbacks and tragedy. Yet during the past two thousand years the power of Jesus is felt throughout the interplay of human actors and the forces of world events. How can you grasp the story played out on such a gigantic stage? This book is an ideal place to start. D. Jeffrey Bingham has skillfully selected the key people and episodes to tell a grand and humbling story. From Roman persecution to the early creeds, from the monastic movement to the Reformation, from the rise of liberalism to missionary expansion, he chronicles the ups and downs of a people and a faith. This pocket history has been crafted for students, pastors and other busy people who want an informed, clear and concise presentation that feeds the mind and moves the heart. It is an account that nurtures the Christian virtues of faith, hope and love. For Bingham aims not only to uncover the treasures of the church's past but also to show how history aids your own spiritual journey today.
Pocket History of the Church (The IVP Pocket Reference Series)
by D. Jeffrey BinghamThe story of Christianity is a fascinating tale. Here we find drama, vision and expansion along with failure, setbacks and tragedy. Yet during the past two thousand years the power of Jesus is felt throughout the interplay of human actors and the forces of world events. How can you grasp the story played out on such a gigantic stage? This book is an ideal place to start. D. Jeffrey Bingham has skillfully selected the key people and episodes to tell a grand and humbling story. From Roman persecution to the early creeds, from the monastic movement to the Reformation, from the rise of liberalism to missionary expansion, he chronicles the ups and downs of a people and a faith. This pocket history has been crafted for students, pastors and other busy people who want an informed, clear and concise presentation that feeds the mind and moves the heart. It is an account that nurtures the Christian virtues of faith, hope and love. For Bingham aims not only to uncover the treasures of the church's past but also to show how history aids your own spiritual journey today.
Pocket Prayers for Dads: 40 Simple Prayers That Bring Strength and Faith
by Max LucadoDads wear many hats. From protector to playmate, confidante to counselor. No matter the role, families rely on dads to lead with strength and faith. And in Pocket Prayers for Dads, Max Lucado offers forty scriptures and guided prayers that will help dads do just that.
Pocket Prayers for Friends: 40 Simple Prayers That Bring Joy and Serenity
by Max LucadoSome friends are closer than family. They weave their way into our lives, there to celebrate the highs and comfort us through the lows. And for those special friends, Max Lucado offers forty scriptures and guided prayers that bring joy and serenity in Pocket Prayers for Friends.
Pocket Prayers for Graduates: 40 Simple Prayers that Bring Hope and Direction
by Max LucadoGraduation is one of life's most exciting milestones. It can also be a source of uncertainty and anxiety. What comes after graduation day? More education? A career? Starting a family? Often this time in life can bring more questions than answers, but Max Lucado offers hope and direction by pointing to the Answer to all of life's question. Pocket Prayers for Graduates includes forty scriptures and guided prayers written especially for those considering their futures post-graduation.
Pocket Prayers for Military Life: 40 Simple Prayers That Bring Faith and Courage
by Max LucadoDaily life for those in the military and their loved ones at home can be filled with rapid change, fear, and uncertainty. For those bravely sacrificing for our country, bestselling author, Max Lucado, offers words of hope, pointing them to the Source of faith and courage. Pocket Prayers for the Military contains forty scriptures and guided prayers that will help readers face the unique challenges of military life with courage and faith.
Pocket Prayers for Moms: 40 Simple Prayers That Bring Peace and Rest
by Max LucadoNo one knows how quickly the chaos of daily life can become overwhelming more than moms. We lean on them for everything from hurt feelings to missing homework to broken bones. So, where can moms turn for peace and rest in the midst of mayhem? Bestselling author Max Lucado points to the Source of all hope and strength in Pocket Prayers for Moms, which contains forty scriptures and guided prayers written especially for all moms.
Pocket Prayers for Teachers: 40 Simple Prayers That Bring Peace and Renewal
by Max LucadoAll the way from coloring inside the lines to calculus, teachers have given us the tools to thrive. Where would we be without them? But a teacher's job is often a difficult one. Sometimes anxiety and exhaustion become the norm. For those in need of a little peace and renewal, Max Lucado points to the Teacher who offered just that. Pocket Prayers for Teachers contains forty scriptures and guided prayers written especially for those special people, who encourage and inspire our students.
Pocket Prayers: 40 Simple Prayers that Bring Peace and Rest
by Max LucadoWhen the chaos of our daily lives becomes overwhelming, where can we turn for peace and rest? Best-selling author Max Lucado points to the Source of all hope and strength in Pocket Prayers, which contains forty guided prayers and complementary scriptures for any situation. This pass-along companion to Before Amen serves as an outreach tool for ministries and churches, offering simple encouragement for those who struggle to pray.