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Protestants and Catholics: Do They Now Agree?
by John Weldon John AnkerbergThis book points out the differences between the two groups - Protestants and Catholics
Protestants in Communist East Germany: In the Storm of the World
by Wendy R. TyndaleThis is the story of how the Protestants in the GDR struggled to survive while striving to put their theology into practice and remaining true to their vision of what the role of the church should be - a 'church for others' as Dietrich Bonhoeffer put it. Having taken the reader from the foundation of the GDR, through the peaceful revolution, to the unification of Germany, the story ends with some reflections on the church's past as well as on the challenges it faces in present-day Europe. Protestants in Communist East Germany makes a unique contribution to existing literature by drawing not only on written sources but on a series of first-hand interviews with theologians, pastors and lay people of different ages whose experiences, views and analyses bring the story to life. The East German church's relationship to the state will probably always remain controversial and the vision for a different socialism in the GDR espoused by those involved in the peaceful revolution may now be considered illusory. Nevertheless, many of the issues raised by the Protestants in the GDR remain as vital challenges to the churches in Europe today. Foreword by Paul Oestreicher.
Protestants in an Age of Science: The Baconian Ideal and Antebellum American Religious Thought
by Theodore Dwight BozemanSince Princeton College and Princeton Seminary were major radii of Realist influence, the conservative Presbyterianism headquartered there is an ideal choice for a case study in the American impact of Baconianism. Presbyterian thinkers, already committed to a synthesis of Protestant religion and Newtonian science, were afforded with additional means of elaborating a doxological version of natural science and of defending it against naturalism and other enemies of Christian faith.Originally published in 1977.A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
Protestants: The Faith That Made the Modern World
by Alec RyrieOn the 500th anniversary of Luther’s theses, a landmark history of the revolutionary faith that shaped the modern world. "In this compelling and sweeping book, Alec Ryrie charts the history of one of the greatest forces in the making of modernity: the rise of the Protestant faith and ethos. Without it, one is hard-pressed to envision the spread of capitalism or of democracy. Ryrie writes that his aim 'is to persuade you that we cannot understand the modern age without understanding the dynamic history of Protestant Christianity.' To which I reply: Mission accomplished."–Jon Meacham, author of American Lion and Thomas JeffersonFive hundred years ago, an obscure monk challenged the authority of the pope with a radical new vision of what Christianity could be. The revolution he unwittingly set in motion has toppled governments, upended social norms, and transformed millions of people’s understanding of their relationship with God. In this dazzling global history charting five centuries of innovation and change, Alec Ryrie makes the case that the world we live in was indelibly shaped by Protestants. Protestants introduces us to the men and women who defined this quarrelsome faith. Some turned to their newly accessible Bibles to justify bold acts of political opposition, others to support a new understanding of how they should live. Protestants are conditioned to fight for their beliefs, and if you look at any of the great confrontations of the last five centuries, you will find them defining the debate on both sides: for and against monarchy, colonialism, slavery, fascism, communism, temperance, and war. Protestants are people who love God and take on the world. They have set out for all four corners of the globe, embarking on courageous journeys into the unknown to establish new communities and experiment with radical new systems of government—like the Puritans, Quakers, and Methodists who made their way to our shores. Protestants created America and defined its special brand of entrepreneurial diligence. And today they are making new converts in China, Korea, Africa, and Latin America. This magisterial book by a brilliant scholars of the Reformation makes the case that whether or not you are yourself a Protestant, you live in a world—and are guided by principles and ideas—shaped by Protestants.
Proud (Young Readers Edition): Living My American Dream
by Ibtihaj MuhammadThe inspiring all-American story of faith, family, hard work, and perseverance by Olympic fencer, activist, and Time"100 Most Influential People" honoree Ibtihaj MuhammadAt the 2016 Rio Olympics, Ibtihaj Muhammad smashed barriers as the first American to compete wearing hijab, and made history as the first Muslim-American woman to medal. But it wasn't an easy road--in a sport most popular among wealthy white people, Ibtihaj often felt out of place. Ibtihaj was fast, hardworking, and devoted to her faith, but rivals and teammates (as well as coaches and officials) pointed out her differences, insisting she would never succeed. Yet Ibtihaj powered on. Her inspiring journey from a young outsider to an Olympic hero is a relatable, memorable, and uniquely American tale of hard work, determination, and self-reliance.
Proud Spirit
by Arlene JamesSHE WAS A STRANGER IN A STRANGE LAND. . . . Jenny Sherman had come to the Eagle Rock Mission to share her knowledge and her God with the people of the Apache reservation. She had anticipated their resistance, but she hadn't planned on learning a lesson of her own. Ram Scheval, the local sheriff, had seen her world, but in the end he'd returned to the land and the people he loved. Jenny was as intrigued with him as with his heritage. Would she ever gain the trust of these people and the one man who carried on the legend of their proud spirit?
Proud: My Fight for an Unlikely American Dream
by Lori Tharps Ibtihaj MuhammadNamed one of TIME's 100 Most Influential PeopleThe first female Muslim American to medal at the Olympic GamesThe first woman in hijab to compete for the United States in the OlympicsGrowing up in New Jersey as the only African American Muslim in hijab in town, at school, and on the playing fields, Ibtihaj Muhammad always had to find her own way. When she discovered fencing, a sport traditionally reserved for the wealthy and white, once again she had to defy expectations and make a place for herself in a sport she grew to love. Even though Ibtihaj would start fencing later than most, at 13 years old her talent was undeniable. From winning state championships with her high school team to three-time All-America selections at Duke University, Ibtihaj was poised for success, but the fencing community wasn't ready to welcome her with open arms.Ibtihaj Muhammad's path to Olympic greatness has been marked with opposition and near-debilitating challenges because of her race, religion, and gender. As the only woman of color and the only religious minority on the U.S. women's saber team, again Ibtihaj had to push past stereotypes, misconceptions, and negativity to find her own path to success and Olympic glory. Proud is the inspiring story of how Ibtihaj rose above it all with grace and compassion. She provides an unflinching and honest portrayal of how she managed to stay true to herself and still play by the rules. A coming-of-age story, a hero's journey, and a moving memoir from one of the nation's most influential athletes.
Proust
by Benjamin Taylor"Taylor's endeavor is not to explain the life by the novel or the novel by the life but to show how different events, different emotional upheavals, fired Proust's imagination and, albeit sometimes completely transformed, appeared in his work. The result is a very subtle, thought-provoking book. "--Anka Muhlstein, author of Balzac's Omelette and Monsieur Proust's Library Marcel Proust came into his own as a novelist comparatively late in life, yet only Shakespeare, Balzac, Dickens, Tolstoy, and Dostoyevsky were his equals when it came to creating characters as memorably human. As biographer Benjamin Taylor suggests, Proust was a literary lightweight before writing his multivolume masterwork In Search of Lost Time, but following a series of momentous historical and personal events, he became--against all expectations--one of the greatest writers of his, and indeed any, era. This insightful, beautifully written biography examines Proust's artistic struggles--the "search" of the subtitle--and stunning metamorphosis in the context of his times. Taylor provides an in-depth study of the author's life while exploring how Proust's personal correspondence and published works were greatly informed by his mother's Judaism, his homosexuality, and such dramatic events as the Dreyfus Affair and, above all, World War I. As Taylor writes in his prologue, "Proust's Search is the most encyclopedic of novels, encompassing the essentials of human nature. . . . His account, running from the early years of the Third Republic to the aftermath of World War I, becomes the inclusive story of all lives, a colossal mimesis. To read the entire Search is to find oneself transfigured and victorious at journey's end, at home in time and in eternity too. "
Proven Player: The Instruction Manual to Building Character in Sports and Life
by John PowellProven Player serves as an instructional manual to be used by coaches and athletes to strengthen the development of their character as it pertains to sports and life. In this life there seems to always be a need to prove one’s self and with that thought a person needs to know what it takes to demonstrate the accurate character traits that makes one a “Proven Player.” If a person is to know how to handle certain situations on the plateau of their given sport or within this life, he or she will need a plan to insure that the situations on the playing field and in life are responded to in a proper manner that brings a greater passion for life and those around them that are affected by their responses.Proven Player is that plan!
Proverbios para necios: Sabiduría sencilla para tiempos complejos
by Pepe MendozaEn Proverbios para necios, Pepe Mendoza desglosa cada capítulo de Proverbios de forma ligera y coloquial para mostrar cómo se aplica a nuestra vida cotidiana y contemporánea.En el viaje de la vida, la necedad suele llevarnos por senderos equivocados, causando daño no solo a nosotros mismos, sino también a quienes nos rodean. La sabiduría, por otro lado, comienza con el reconocimiento de que Dios es soberano y que solo conociéndolo y obedeciéndolo podemos alcanzar la vida plena que anhelamos.En este libro, Pepe Mendoza anima a los lectores a buscar el sabio consejo de las Escrituras y a despojarse de su propia necedad para vivir de forma beneficiosa, productiva y saludable.Cada uno de los 31 capítulos incluye:El capítulo completo de ProverbiosUn análisis del proverbioUn dilema contemporáneo general presentado como "necedad" que nos afecta a todosAplicaciones para la vida cotidianaReflexiones que culminan con el evangelioEntre los temas, los lectores encontrarán:El necio siempre se pasa de la rayaLa necedad sin límites en el mundo virtualEl necio habla, pero no concretaLos secretos de una amistad sabia y verdadera con el SeñorProverbios para necios ilustra un camino claro lejos de la necedad, instándote a buscar la sabiduría con fervor. Aprovecha la oportunidad de transformar tus elecciones, dejar atrás la necedad y emprender un viaje hacia una vida de cumplimiento duradero.Proverbs for FoolsIn Proverbs for Fools, Pepe Mendoza breaks down each chapter of Proverbs in a light and colloquial way to show how it applies to our daily and contemporary lives.In life's journey, foolishness often leads us down wrong paths, causing harm not only to ourselves, but also to those around us. Wisdom, on the other hand, begins with the recognition that God is sovereign and that only by knowing and obeying him can we achieve the full life we long for.In this book, Pepe Mendoza encourages readers to seek the wise counsel of Scripture and to shed their own foolishness in order to live beneficially, productively, and healthfully.Each of the 31 chapters includes:The complete chapter from Proverbs.An analysis of the proverbA general contemporary dilemma presented as "foolishness" that affects us all.Applications for everyday lifeReflections culminating in the gospelAmong the themes, readers will find:The fool always oversteps the markFoolishness without limits in the virtual worldThe fool speaks, but does not actSecrets of a wise and true friendship with the LordProverbs for Fools illustrates a clear path away from foolishness, urging you to seek wisdom with fervor. Seize the opportunity to transform your choices, leave foolishness behind and embark on a journey toward a life of lasting fulfillment.
Proverbios: Sabiduría para el día
by Walter C. Kaiser Jr.GRANDES LIBROS DE LA BIBLIA PROVERBIOS: SABIDURÍA PARA CADA DÍA DE LA VIDA El libro de > es el tesoro más grande del mundo en cuanto a sabiduría. Ofrece ideas prácticas para las decisiones diarias y provee lineamientos morales para vivir en un mundo inmoral. Mientras destapas las riquezas de >, descubrirás por qué > para todos los asuntos de tu vida diaria.
Proverbs
by Benjamin GalanProverbs is one of the most beloved books in the Bible and this full-color 14-panel pamphlet gives you a good overview and includes discussion questions for personal or group use. It explains the types of proverbs and shows the richness hidden below the surface when you understand the their structure and meaning. What's Included in the Proverbs pamphlet?* 3 common mistakes when reading the proverbs* 6 tools for studying the proverbs* What is a proverb (and what isn't it)?* How Bible proverbs are different from other proverbs from ancient times.* Key verses and themes of the proverbs, such as Wisdom, Relationships, Money, Speech, Character, Honor, and Kingship.* 3 kinds of parallelism in the proverbs and why it's important. Study Questions for the Proverbs pamphlet*Read panels 1-2. How is a biblical proverb different from a biblical promise? *Read panel 3 and pick one of the "Wisdom" proverbs and one of the "Understanding Humanity" proverbs. Look up the verses in your Bible. These proverbs were written nearly 3000 years ago. Give one example of how they are just as important today.*Read panel 4 on "Description of a Wise Person." Pick one or two verses and look them up. What traits do you appreciate in others? Why is "forgiveness" an important trait for wise people?*Read panel 5 and pick a proverb on relationships. Women had a much lower status in ancient times than they do today, yet the Bible has a lot to say about treating women with respect. In your opinion, why was this important to the writers of the Proverbs?*Read panel 6, and pick one of the verses about wisdom and possessions. Look it up and share it. In a society that values wealth and money, what priorities do these Scripture passages encourage. Why?*Read panel 8, and chose a proverb about kingship. How did Jesus' life show the traits of kingship? As you work with other people at home, school, or the job, which of these traits would you like to model to others?*Read panels 9-10. How do the proverbs from the Bible differ from the proverbs in other ancient countries? What strikes you as the most important trait in this list and why?*Read "Proverbs in Context" at the bottom of page 11 and all of page 12. Sometimes the proverbs appear to promise a perfect life for good people. But we know from the life of Job that this is not always true. In the book of James, Christians are told they will have troubles, trials, and difficult times. What mistakes might people make as they read the Proverbs?*Look at the suggestions on panel 13, and pick a topic or theme to study (see panels 3-6 and 10 for ideas). There are 31 chapters in Proverbs, so it is easy to read one per day and make note of those passages that mention your theme. Keep notes as you read and one month from now, write or discuss what you've learned on this theme.Main Author: Benjamin Galán, MTS, ThM, the award-winning author of The Rose Book of Bible Prophecies, was the author of the Rose Guide to the Tabernacle, which won the 2009 Christian Retailers' Choice Award in Bible Reference. He is Adjunct Professor of Hebrew and Old Testament Literature at Fuller Theological Seminary.Benjamin Galán grew up in a Christian home in Mexico City. During his studies, Galán became enamored with natural sciences. In college, Galen studied physics and mathematics, and grew indifferent and hostile toward the Christian faith. Along with the French mathematician Laplace, Galan believed God was no longer a necessary hypothesis.After additional studies, Galán began to long for deep, satisfying connections and meaning in his young life. Through the moving testimony of a friend in school, Galán began to read the Bible with renewed eyes, and eventually returned to church. As he became more involved in the ministry of his home church, Galán sensed God's calling.During his theological studies, Galán fell in love with the Old Testament and understood the Old Testament as the key for understanding the New Testament.
Proverbs
by Leo G. PerdueThe book of Proverbs is a collection of sayings, poems, and "life's little instructions. " Wrestling with the values of things such as creation, livelihood, or moral character, Proverbs exhorts its readers to seek the higher ideals--knowledge, discipline, piety, and order--and offers guidance on how to live in harmony with God, others, and oneself. Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching is a distinctive resource for those who interpret the Bible in the church. Planned and written specifically for teaching and preaching needs, this critically acclaimed biblical commentary is a major contribution to scholarship and ministry.
Proverbs
by Tremper Longman III Ryan O'Dowd Scot McKnightA new commentary for today's world, The Story of God Bible Commentary explains and illuminates each passage of Scripture in light of the Bible's grand story. The first commentary series to do so, SGBC offers a clear and compelling exposition of biblical texts, guiding everyday readers in how to creatively and faithfully live out the Bible in their own contexts. Its story-centric approach is ideal for pastors, students, Sunday school teachers, and laypeople alike .Three easy-to-use sections designed to help readers live out God's story: LISTEN to the Story: Includes complete NIV text with references to other texts at work in each passage, encouraging the reader to hear it within the Bible's grand story <P><P>EXPLAIN the Story: Explores and illuminates each text as embedded in its canonical and historical setting LIVE the Story: Reflects on how each text can be lived today and includes contemporary stories and illustrations to aid preachers, teachers, and students
Proverbs & Parables: God's Wisdom for Living (Fisherman Bible Studyguide Series)
by Dee BrestinThis study guide links the truths of the proverbs and the parables and applies them to comtemporary living. It offers penetrating questions, a flexible format for groups and helpful leader's notes.
Proverbs (Commentaries for Christian Formation)
by John GoldingayWhat Proverbs meant to its original audience—and what it means to Christians today.On one hand, Proverbs is perfectly straightforward—a collection of short statements on how to live wisely and well. On the other, the advice of Proverbs, written millennia ago, can seem disconnected from the realities of life today.John Goldingay&’s fresh commentary untangles Proverbs with an eye toward Christian formation. Examining the text in English, Goldingay explains each verse in its original context without getting bogged down in technical detail. The commentary centers theological insights beneficial to preaching and pastoral work.The wisdom of Proverbs can&’t be reduced to platitudes. It requires something of the reader: thought, reflection, and openness to the Lord. The Commentaries for Christian Formation Proverbs guides us in the journey of faith seeking understanding.
Proverbs (Preacher's Commentary, Volume #15)
by David A. HubbardA chapter by chapter and verse by verse explication of the book of Proverbs. The book contains detailed examples, a chapter by chapter outline, and an index of the proverbs.
Proverbs (Studies on the Go)
by David OlshineKnowledge may get your students pretty far in life, but it won’t be enough to get them through some of the daily challenges they will face as Christians. And it won’t help them grow in their faith. What students really need is God's wisdom, and for that there’s no better place to start than the book of Proverbs. Through engaging activities and thought-provoking questions that get right to the heart of Proverbs, your students will see that even though this book was written thousands of years ago, the instructions still apply to them. By the end of this study, your students will know how to answer questions that include: • How do I know what path to take? • What does God have to say about premarital sex? • How should I respond to money? • How should I treat other people? • How should I handle criticism? Written with the busy youth worker in mind, Studies on the Go: Proverbs provides Scriptural depth and substance to be tackled in a manageable time frame. The questions are real, down-to-earth, and straight to the point to get students quickly into Proverbs so they can hear God’s word on a practical level. Designed for Sunday school classes, youth groups, and small groups, this curriculum is guaranteed to get your students excited about and engaged with the Bible.
Proverbs (The NIV Application Commentary)
by Paul KoptakThe NIV Application Commentary helps you communicate and apply biblical text effectively in today's context.To bring the ancient messages of the Bible into today's world, each passage is treated in three sections:Original Meaning. Concise exegesis to help readers understand the original meaning of the biblical text in its historical, literary, and cultural context.Bridging Contexts. A bridge between the world of the Bible and the world of today, built by discerning what is timeless in the timely pages of the Bible.Contemporary Significance. This section identifies comparable situations to those faced in the Bible and explores relevant application of the biblical messages. The author alerts the readers of problems they may encounter when seeking to apply the passage and helps them think through the issues involved.This unique, award-winning commentary is the ideal resource for today's preachers, teachers, and serious students of the Bible, giving them the tools, ideas, and insights they need to communicate God's Word with the same powerful impact it had when it was first written.
Proverbs (The People's Bible)
by Roland Cap EhkleWhat is the book of Proverbs about in the bible?Proverbs directs believers to live godly, upright lives and shows the folly of ungodly, foolish living. Solomon, a man of biblical wisdom and insight, wrote most of this book of the Bible. He proclaims that real wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord.Want to learn more? If you’re wondering what the book of Proverbs is all about, this helpful resource is for you!Proverbs is a reliable Bible commentary. It’s down to earth, clearly written, easy to read and understand, and filled with practical and modern applications to Scripture.It also includes the complete text of the book of Proverbs from the NIV Bible. The Christ-centered commentaries following the Scripture sections contain explanations of the text, historical background, illustrations, and archaeological information. Proverbs is a great resource for personal or group study!This book is a part of The People’s Bible series from Northwestern Publishing House.
Proverbs (The Preacher's Commentary #15)
by David HubbardGeneral editor Lloyd J. Ogilvie brings together a team of skilled and exceptional communicators to blend sound scholarship with life-related illustrations.The design for the Preacher's Commentary gives the reader an overall outline of each book of the Bible. Following the introduction, which reveals the author's approach and salient background on the book, each chapter of the commentary provides the Scripture to be exposited. The New King James Bible has been chosen for the Preacher's Commentary because it combines with integrity the beauty of language, underlying Hebrew and Greek textual basis, and thought-flow of the 1611 King James Version, while replacing obsolete verb forms and other archaisms with their everyday contemporary counterparts for greater readability. Reverence for God is preserved in the capitalization of all pronouns referring to the Father, Son, or Holy Spirit. Readers who are more comfortable with another translation can readily find the parallel passage by means of the chapter and verse reference at the end of each passage being exposited. The paragraphs of exposition combine fresh insights to the Scripture, application, rich illustrative material, and innovative ways of utilizing the vibrant truth for his or her own life and for the challenge of communicating it with vigor and vitality.
Proverbs (The Two Horizons Old Testament Commentary (THOTC))
by Lucas C. ErnestIn this erudite yet accessible commentary Ernest Lucas elucidates the book of Proverbs both exegetically and thematically. Explicating the text in light of its ancient Near Eastern context, Lucas also shows the relevance of Proverbs for the twenty-first century, speaking as it does to such issues as character formation, gender relations, wealth and poverty, interpersonal communication, science and religion, and care for the environment. Lucas uniquely identifies “proverbial clusters” in his critical exegesis of the biblical text and uses them as the basis for interpreting individual proverbs. Several substantial theological essays at the end of the book illuminate major ethical, pastoral, and spiritual themes in Proverbs. Ably unpacking the rich wisdom embedded in the book of Proverbs, Lucas’s accessible theological commentary is perfect for pastors, teachers, and students.
Proverbs (Thru The Bible Ser. #3)
by Vernon McgeeThru the Bible commentary series includes Dr. McGee's insightful study of each book of the Bible with in-depth, paragraph-by-paragraph discussions of key verses and passages.
Proverbs (Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries #Volume 17)
by Derek KidnerProverbs--a book full of wisdom--and yet a book demanding all one's wisdom to understand. <P><P>Derek Kidner not only has provided a running commentary on the whole of Proverbs but has also included two helpful study aids. The first is a set of subject guides that pull together teaching scattered throughout the book. The second is a short concordance that helps locate lost sayings (in territory notoriously hard to search) and encourages further subject studies. <P><P>In short, this volume is a wise person's guide to wisdom. <P><P>The original, unrevised text of this volume has been completely retypeset and printed in a larger, more attractive format with the new cover design for the series. <P><P>These commentaries are designed to help the reader of the Bible understand what the text says and what it means. The Introduction to each book gives a concise but thorough treatment of its authorship, date, original setting and purpose. Following a structural Analysis, the Commentary takes the book section by section, drawing out its main themes, and also comments on individual verses and problems of interpretation. Additional Notes provide fuller discussion of particular difficulties. The goal throughout is to explain the true meaning of the Bible and make its message plain.
Proverbs 31 in 5 Minutes a Day: A Bible Study for Women
by Mari Hernandez-TutenBlossom in Biblical womanhood—studying God's Word in five minutes a dayYou are a woman of valor! Celebrate with Proverbs 31 in 5 Minutes a Day: A Bible Study for Women. This Bible study offers short lessons on Proverbs 31, a joyful poem describing the characteristics of a godly woman. Unlock the guidance in its verses, exploring who you are as a daughter of the King—and how to better serve Him in your family and community.In this Bible study, you'll examine womanhood and faith in Proverbs 31 through commentary, guided prayers, and more. Designed for your busy life, most lessons take just a few minutes and require only a pen and your Bible. The integrated writing space lets you collect your thoughts during Bible study directly in the book—finding more ways to put His love into action.Proverbs 31 in 5 Minutes a Day: A Bible Study for Women includes:Five minutes a day—The brief, accessible daily studies include thoughtful lessons, prayers, writing prompts, exercises, and more.Seven weeks to grow—Delve deeper into reflection and discussion on Day 7, and find concrete steps to act on what you've studied.Together in Christ—Work through the Bible study on your own or in a women's group—each week has plenty of inspiration and insight to share.Deepen and grow your connection with God with Proverbs 31 in 5 Minutes a Day: A Bible Study for Women.