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50 Proofs For the Bible: New Testament
by Rose PublishingIs the Bible full of made up stories or is there evidence for the people, places, customs, and events mentioned in Scripture? In 50 Proofs for the New Testament you will find solid evidence that supports the trustworthiness of New Testament Scripture. 50 Proofs for the Old Testament includes important finds such as:• The Pontius Pilate inscription -- which confirms his historicity as Roman prefect in Luke 3• The "city authorities" (polytarch) inscriptions -- proof that the apostle Paul's use of the word was correct in Acts 17• The Synagogue at Capernaum (Mark 1:21-28; Luke 4:31-37; John 6:59)• The Gallio inscription -- proof of the Roman governor Gallio mentioned in Acts 18)• The Erastus inscription -- showing that Erastus, mentioned in Romans 16:23, was an important public officialA companion piece to 50 Proofs for the New Testament is 50 Proofs for the Old Testament which examines archaeological and other proofs regarding the legitimacy of Old Testament people and events. Both pamphlets are excellent resources for Bible studies or for anyone who has questions about the accuracy of Scripture.
50 Proofs For the Bible: Old Testament
by Rose PublishingIs the Bible full of made-up stories or is there evidence for the people, the places, the customs, and events mentioned in Scripture? In 50 Proofs for the Old Testament you will find solid evidence that supports the trustworthiness of Old Testament Scripture. 50 Proofs for the Old Testament includes important finds such as:* List of Sumerian kings, showing who ruled before and after the Great Flood* Nuzi Tablets reveal customs and stories similar to those found in Genesis 15-31* Home of the Patriarchs: Abraham's great-grandfather, grandfather, Serug and Nahor from Genesis 11* Canaanite gods and goddesses warned about in Numbers 25, I Kings 11, Jeremiah 23, and Hosea 13* Megiddo (Armageddon), City of War* Shishak's invasion record dating to c. 700 BC* Gibeah, King Saul's captialA companion piece to 50 Proofs for the Old Testament is 50 Proofs for the New Testament which examines archaeological and other proofs regarding the legitimacy of New Testament people and events. Both pamphlets are excellent resources for Bible studies or for anyone who has questions about the accuracy of Scripture.
50 Quiet Miracles That Changed Lives
by William G BorchertInspiring true stories of ordinary people who have experienced extraordinary miracles—their Higher Power pointing them in a new direction, forever changing the course of their lives.Many of us dream of witnessing a real miracle, an awe-inspiring divine intervention that changes the course of our lives and heightens our belief in a personal and loving God.Yet, we are often so fixated on the idea of an awesome event that we somehow overlook the quiet little miracles that happen to each of us every day.The miracles collected in 50 Quiet Miracles That Changed Lives come in all shapes and forms, from unexpected phone calls to chance meetings. They are small enough to simply produce a warm glow and dramatic enough to create awe and wonder.A father of five witnesses his burning home being saved by bearded strangers with fire extinguishers, who put out the fire and then disappear. A diamond miner in South Africa barely avoids a deadly crash when he is pushed out of a packed elevator at the last minute. A chance meeting leads a woman to the apartment of her closest childhood friend, now dying of AIDS. She helps her friend regain spiritual strength and becomes a surrogate mother to her friend's child.If we allow ourselves to look beyond the glow and focus on the wonder, we will recognize that, in moments such as these, we are in the presence of God.
50 Reasons People Give for Believing in a God
by Guy P. HarrisonMany books that challenge religious belief from a skeptical point of view take a combative tone that is almost guaranteed to alienate believers or they present complex philosophical or scientific arguments that fail to reach the average reader. This is undoubtably an ineffective way of encouraging people to develop critical thinking about religion. This unique approach to skepticism presents fifty commonly heard reasons people often give for believing in a God and then raises legitimate questions regarding these reasons, showing in each case that there is much room for doubt. Whether you're a believer, a complete skeptic, or somewhere in between, you'll find this review of traditional and more recent arguments for the existence of God refreshing, approachable, and enlightening.From religion as the foundation of morality to the authority of sacred books, the compelling religious testimony of influential people, near-death experiences, arguments from Intelligent Design, and much more, Harrison respectfully describes each rationale for belief and then politely shows the deficiencies that any good skeptic would point out. As a journalist who has traveled widely and interviewed many highly accomplished people, quite a number of whom are believers, the author appreciates the variety of belief and the ways in which people seek to make religion compatible with scientific thought. Nonetheless, he shows that, despite the prevalence of belief in God or religious belief in intelligent people, in the end there are no unassailable reasons for believing in a God.For skeptics looking for appealing ways to approach their believing friends or believers who are not afraid to consider a skeptical challenge, this book makes for very stimulating reading. From the Trade Paperback edition.
50 Religion Ideas You Really Need to Know
by Peter StanfordDespite frequent prognostications regarding the "death of God" and the triumph of secular materialism, religion remains a central component in the lives of most people around the world. There are currently thought to be 2 billion Christians, 1.2 billion Muslims, 800 million Hindus, along with some 700 million followers of other religions. Religion: 50 Ideas You Really Need to Know offers a clear path through the conceptual and denominational thickets of global religion. Award-winning religious affairs correspondent Peter Stanford begins with an examination of sacred texts, the divine principle and good and evil, before moving on to a discussion of the different traditions within Christianity, Islam, Judaism and the myriad customs of the East.
50 Secretos sencillos para vivir feliz
by Luci SwindollReglas sencillas para una vida satisfactoria, con propósito, no enfocada en las cosas sin sentido, con fundamentos bíblicos sólidos.Luci Swindoll, una querida oradora de Mujeres de Fe durante dieciséis años y voz cristiana inconfundible como escritora y oradora durante treinta años, ofrece a los lectores reglas de sentido común para vivir. Son reglas que quizá conocemos, pero que pocas veces usamos porque no pensamos en ellas. Luci reúne estas reglas prácticas en un pequeño compendio, bien organizado y entretenido de leer, al que nos podemos remitir una y otra vez.Los 50 sencillos "secretos" se encuentran en cinco partes:Inicia con lo básicoDesarrolla tu estiloLogra el equilibrioVive una buena vidaMantente conectado50 secretos simples para una vida feliz de seguro deleitará a los lectores -desde los más jóvenes que necesitan el consejo de una voz amable hasta los mayores que se dan cuenta de que todavía no está todo bien-.
50 Simple Questions for Every Christian
by Guy P. HarrisonWritten in a respectful and conversational style, this unique book is designed to promote constructive dialogue and foster mutual understanding between Christians and non-Christians. The author, a skeptic and journalist, asks basic questions about Christian belief. What is the born-again experience? Why would God want to sacrifice his only son for the world? Do miracles really happen? How reliable is the Bible? What is the rapture? Why isn't everyone a Christian? Each question is followed by commentary and analysis that is skeptical and tough but never argumentative or condescending. Christians will find the book useful as a basis for developing their apologetics, while skeptics will welcome Harrison's probing rational analysis of religious claims. This will enlighten, educate, and inspire thoughtful reflection on topics that are central to history's most popular religion.
50 Spiritual Classics
by Tom Butler-Bowdon50 Spiritual Classics captures the diversity of life journeys that span centuries, continents, spiritual traditions and secular beliefs: from the historical The Book of Chuang Tzu to modern insight from the Kabbalah, from St. Augustine's Confessions to Rick Warren's phenomenon The Purpose-Driven Life. The first and only bite-sized guide to the very best in spiritual writing.
50 Spiritual Classics: Timeless Wisdom From 50 Great Books of Inner Discovery, Enlightenment and Purpose
by Tom Butler-Bowdon50 Spiritual Classics captures the diversity of life journeys that span centuries, continents, spiritual traditions and secular beliefs: from the historical The Book of Chuang Tzu to modern insight from the Kabbalah, from St. Augustine's Confessions to Rick Warren's phenomenon The Purpose-Driven Life. The first and only bite-sized guide to the very best in spiritual writing.
50 Spiritual Classics: Timeless Wisdom From 50 Great Books of Inner Discovery, Enlightenment and Purpose
by Tom Butler-Bowdon50 Spiritual Classics captures the diversity of life journeys that span centuries, continents, spiritual traditions and secular beliefs: from the historical The Book of Chuang Tzu to modern insight from the Kabbalah, from Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet to Eckhart Tolle's recent The Power of Now. The first and only bite-sized guide to the very best in spiritual writing, this one-of-a-kind collection includes personal memoirs and complelling biographies of such diverse figures as Gandhi, Malcolm X and Black Elk; Eastern philosophers and gurus including Krishnamurti, Yogananda, Chogyam Trungpa and Shunryu Suzuki; and Western saints and mystics such as St. Frances of Assisi, Hermann Hesse and Simone Weil. The last fifteen years have been a golden age in the genre of personal spitirual awakening, with names such as Eckhart Tolle, Neale Donald Walsch and James Redfield breathing new life into the literature. 50 Spiritual Classics showcases these newer works alongside traditional classics such as St Augustine's Confessions and Teresa of Avila's Interior Castle, and conveys the great variety of spiritual experience. In its commentaries of both the conventional classics as well as new writings destined to endure, 50 Spiritual Classics makes universal the human spiritual experience and will inspire spiritual seekers everywhere to begin their own adventure.
50 Things You're Not Supposed to Know: Religion (50 Things You're Not Supposed to Know)
by Daniele BolelliThis compendium of obscure facts about the world’s religions highlights the political, cultural, and philosophical aspects of the history of religion.If you’re waiting for the world’s “Holy Men” to tell you the truth about their religions, do you suppose they’ll mention that:The Tao Te Ching was only created because Lao Tzu was thrown in jail by a disciple who didn’t want to let him leave town without writing down his teachings?“Passover” celebrates God killing all firstborn Egyptian kids while Jewish homes were “passed over” by the angel of death?Shinto, a natureloving, mellow religion, was transformed by the Japanese government into a nationalistic ideology promoting “holy” war?Adding to its popular “50 Things You’re Not Supposed To Know” series, Disinformation has teamed with Daniele Bolelli—writer, professor of comparative religion, and renowned martial arts practitioner and philosopher—to tackle an ever more serious and important topic: popular misconceptions about religion. Among other revelations:Carpocrates, an early Christian, argued that sex orgies were a key to heaven.Prostitution was a religious duty in Mesopotamian temples.The two major Chinese religions (Taoism and Confucianism) are completely at odds with each other and yet are often practiced together.Despite having persecuted Jews for two thousand years, Christian fundamentalists are Israel’s biggest supporters.Capturing just the right balance of in-depth knowledge, respect, humor, and irreverence, Bolelli takes an ecumenical approach to the task, revealing surprising, shocking, and little-known facts about the “big three” religions but also many more, including Zen Buddhism, Hinduism, Zoroastrianism, and, of course, the increasingly popular nonreligion: atheism.
50 Voices Of Disbelief: Why We Are Atheists
by Russell Blackford Udo Schüklenk50 Voices of Disbelief: Why We Are Atheists presents a collection of original essays drawn from an international group of prominent voices in the fields of academia, science, literature, media and politics who offer carefully considered statements of why they are atheists. <P><P>Features a truly international cast of contributors, ranging from public intellectuals such as Peter Singer, Susan Blackmore, and A.C. Grayling, novelists, such as Joe Haldeman, and heavyweight philosophers of religion, including Graham Oppy and Michael Tooley <P><P>Contributions range from rigorous philosophical arguments to highly personal, even whimsical, accounts of how each of these notable thinkers have come to reject religion in their lives <P><P>Likely to have broad appeal given the current public fascination with religious issues and the reception of such books as The God Delusion and The End of Faith
50 Ways to Pray: Practices from Many Traditions and Times
by Teresa A. BlytheFor individual or group use“It is my hope that this book will provide at least fifty ways you may take steps in a lifelong walk with God. It is written for you, the seeker and sojourner, as well as you, the church leader, youth minister, retreat facilitator, or worship planner. It is for all of us who thought we only knew one way to pray.” --from the introductionThe explosion of interest today in Christian mystics, ancient prayer practices, and guided meditations speaks to a need for more hands-on tools that will help us pray in traditional as well as new and exciting ways. This book is intended to address that need.Each of the exercises includes not only instructions on how to use it as a prayer practice, but also some background, an introduction, a statement of intention, and tips to help you become comfortable with the practice. For those of you wanting to lead these practices in a group, there are special instructions and information in the Leader’s Guide at the end of the book. “Rich with wisdom drawn from the wellsprings of Western spirituality, this remarkable book is a sustained experience of spiritual direction offered by a seasoned spiritual guide.” -John S. Mogabgab, editor of Weavings journal "This book does more than point to ways of prayer; it serves as encouragement, guide, and partner for those who want to connect in prayer in ways that move beyond words." -Doug Pagitt, author of BodyPrayer and pastor of Solomon's Porch“This is a basic, balanced, and accessible guide to the variety, promise, and practice of prayer. Read it to deepen your understanding of prayer; use it to deepen your life in God.” -Frederick W. Schmidt, author of What God Wants for Your LifeClick here to read a sampleTable of ContentsTeresa A. Blythe is a writer, spiritual director, and frequent conference speaker on topics of popular culture and spirituality. She has co-authored Meeting God in Virtual Reality and Watching What We Watch, along with numerous essays and reviews for Beliefnet, Spirituality & Health, and Publishers Weekly. Teresa serves as Program Coordinator for the Hesychia School of Spiritual Direction at the Redemptorist Renewal Center in Tucson, AZ.
50 Women Every Christian Should Know: Learning From Heroines of the Faith
by Michelle DerushaThroughout history, countless women have boldly stepped out in faith and courage, leaving their indelible mark on those around them and on the kingdom of God. In lively prose Michelle DeRusha tells their stories, bringing into focus fifty incredible heroines of the faith. From Catherine of Siena, Teresa of Avila, and Anne Hutchison to Susanna Wesley, Harriet Tubman, and Corrie ten Boom, women both famous and admirable live again under DeRusha's expert pen. These engaging narratives are a potent reminder to readers that we are not alone, the battles we face today are not new, and God is always with us in the midst of the struggle.
50 Women Every Christian Should Know: Learning from Heroines of the Faith
by Michelle DeRushaIn lively prose Michelle DeRusha tells their stories, bringing into focus fifty incredible heroines of the faith. From Catherine of Siena, Teresa of Avila, and Anne Hutchison to Susanna Wesley, Harriet Tubman, and Corrie ten Boom, women both famous and admirable live again under DeRusha's expert pen. These engaging narratives are a potent reminder to readers that we are not alone, the battles we face today are not new, and God is always with us in the midst of the struggle.
50 proyectos de acción social para involucrar a los jóvenes y cambiar el mundo
by Mark Ernesto ArellanoEste es un libro práctico, útil y desafiante. El autor, diagrama un contenido provocador con el fin de que cualquiera que se considere un “cambia-mundo” pueda embarcarse en la aventura de transformar su comunidad, cuidad o país. Y porque no, cruzar las fronteras para hacer escuchar su voz por aquellos en mayor necesidad. Este material es un llamado a orientar a las personas que amen al Autor de la vida y están listos para poner sus manos a la obra. En este libro encontraras temas tales como: • La pobreza • El cuidado del medio ambiente • La lucha contra el aborto • Los presos • Los ancianos olvidados • La inmigración • Los enfermos y discapacitados • Y mucho mas El Dr. Mark Arellano posee años de estudio y abundante experiencia a través de ideas probadas en la fundación que lidera. El declara la “aventura de cambiar al mundo es un viaje que comienza en nuestra transformación interior”. Serás impulsado a ayudar a tus jóvenes a tomar su lugar en la historia.
500 Ideas para el ministerio juvenil
by Lucas Leys¿Estás listo para que tus jóvenes digan WOW? ¿Estás lista para que tus jóvenes digan ESO SÍ ESTUVO BUENO? Ideas prácticas, ideas locas, ideas específicas, ideas inéditas, ideas justas, ideas para casi todas las necesidades del ministerio juvenil. Un pequeño libro que te va a ayudar a elevar el nivel de eficacia y creatividad de tu ministerio. Una colección de ideas seleccionadas por uno de los ministros más ocurrentes e innovadores de la iglesia hoy.
500 More Prayers for All Occasions
by David ClowesTo lead people in public prayer is one of life's greatest privileges. At the same time it can be a challenge to try and keep the prayers fresh and relevant and avoid using the same old phrases. Following on from the successful 500 Prayers for All Occasions David Clowes provides 500 more prayers for different occasions which provide a great resource for anyone leading public prayers.
500 Prayers for All Occasions
by David ClowesTo lead people in public prayer is one of life's greatest privileges. At the same time it can be a challenge to try and keep the prayers fresh and relevant and avoid using the same old phrases. David Clowes provides a rich variety of prayers in this useful resource for those responsible for leading public prayer.
500 Prayers for the Christian Year
by David ClowesThe third in the series of popular 500 Prayers books, with prayers based on the Bible readings for every Sunday, plus major holidays such as Christmas, Easter, and so forth, 500 Prayers for the Christian Year provides an invaluable resource for Churches and individuals, for both corporate and personal worship. Based on the Lectionary, it includes a full set of Scripture readings for each Sunday of all three years. Every Sunday features a prayer of preparation that coincides with the psalm for that day, with prayers of praise, confession, and intercession around the other scheduled Bible readings. Designed with flexibility in mind, each prayer can be used individually or as a set for the day. Written in accessible, everyday language, and avoiding the traditional language of written prayers, 500 Prayers for the Christian Year is the perfect resource to help make corporate prayers flow naturally in the modern world.
500 Year Journey: How the Magi Knew When Christ Would be Born
by Corey Piper500-Year Journey examines historical and scriptural evidence to identify the date Christ was born, which wasn’t December 25th!For more than two-thousand years, Christians and skeptics have sought the truth of Jesus’ birth—with many looking in the wrong places. One group studied the stars and astrology for answers, to determine what the Magi might have seen, but that only created more questions. Others looked to mathematical calculations and tradition, but mistaken variables led them astray. Both of these approaches have contributed to the modern version of Christmas, but they have also obscured God’s truth.Corey Piper’s 500-Year Journeymakes the case that God revealed exactly when the Messiah would be born. The answer is in his Law, foreshadowed with biblical and historical events and confirmed by what the Magi saw. This resource will take readers from the exile in Babylon to the manger in Bethlehem, to a stunning encounter with God’s elaborate plan.
500 Years of Christianity and the Global Filipino/a: Postcolonial Perspectives (Pathways for Ecumenical and Interreligious Dialogue)
by Agnes M. Brazal Cristina Lledo Gomez Ma. Marilou S. IbitaThe year 2021 marked the five-hundredth anniversary of Christianity in the Philippines. With over 90% of the Filipin@s (Filipino/as) in the country and more than eight million around the world identifying as Christian, they are a significant force reshaping global Christianity. The fifth centenary called for celebration, reflection, and critique. This book represents the voices of theologians in the Philippines, the United States, Australia, and around the world examining Christianity in the Philippines through a postcolonial theological lens that suggests the desire to go beyond the colonial in all its contemporary manifestations. Part 1, “Rethinking the Encounters,” focuses on introducing the context of Christianity’s arrival in the archipelago and its effect on its peoples. Part 2, “Reappropriation, Resistance, and Decolonization,” grapples with the enduring presence of coloniality in Filipin@ religious practices. It also celebrates the ways Christianity has been critically and creatively reimagined.
500 Years: Proclaiming The Gospel, Defending The Faith
by Gary Ray Jeff EldredgeOctober 31, 2017 was the 500th anniversary of one of the most momentous events in Church history, the beginning of the Protestant Reformation. The reformers wrote quite clearly that they did not set out to divide the Church, but to reform and restore the Church to its biblical mission of preaching the pure Gospel. Yet their message of sola fide, sola gratia, sola scriptura, and direct access to God was not well-received by the vested powers that be and so they were maligned, persecuted, excommunicated, and even martyred. While division was not desired, truth necessarily divides. That's just the way it is in a fallen world.
501 Practical Ways to Teach Your Children Values
by Bobbie ReedHow to teach your children values from a Biblical perspective
51 Creative Ideas for Marriage Mentors: Connecting Couples to Build Better Marriages
by Parrott Les51 Creative Ideas for Marriage Mentorsoffers an “idea box” of activities and innovative ways to deepen relationships between mentoring couples. It can be used in any of the three areas of the marriage mentoring triad: • Preparing—mentoring engaged and newlywed couples • Maximizing—mentoring couples from good to great • Restoring—mentoring couples in distress Creative ideas for marriage mentors are grouped into these three areas. There is also an entire section of ideas appropriate for mentoring any couple. With activities that vary from quickly implemented suggestions to more involved interactions, this easy-to-use reference will help alleviate the stress of couples overwhelmed by mentoring … and take experienced mentors to a whole new level. Designed to work on its own or in tandem with the Parrotts’ other marriage mentoring resources, 51Creative Ideas for Marriage Mentors will inspire fresh ideas, increase a sense of vision for the marriage mentoring process, and build the confidence of all marriage mentors, regardless of age or stage.