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Aspirations for Modernity and Prosperity: Symbols and Sources Behind Pentecostal/Charismatic Growth in Indonesia
by Chrsitine E Gudorf, Zainal Abidin Bagir, Marthen TahunIndonesia is the largest Muslim majority nation in the world and at the same time has a growing Pentecostal/Charismatic movement, gaining more public attention, both for its size and wealth. Building on two years of research, thousands of member surveys, and visits to almost 300 churches, this book gives insights into the reasons for its growth. It explores the characteristics of the growing community and its social relations with other Christian communities as well as Muslims in Indonesia.
Heirs of Promise: The Church as the New Israel in Romans (Snapshots)
by P. Chase SearsHow did the Apostle Paul view the Church? And where does Israel fit in? How are the promises to Israel fulfilled? In Heirs of Promise, P. Chase Sears discusses this relationship between the Church and Israel, and he explains how that affects our understanding of the Old Testament. Using a biblical-theological approach to the book of Romans, Sears argues that Paul understood the church not as a replacement of Israel, but as the new Israel--the continuation of Israel reconstituted in Christ. And Jesus, as the Son of God, is the true Israel who fulfills all of God's purposes for Israel and creation. Sears shows how the Old Testament promises to Israel are being fulfilled in the Church.
Where Was the Biblical Red Sea?: Examining the Ancient Evidence (Studies in Biblical Archaeology, Geography, and History)
by Barry J. BeitzelWhere was the Red Sea of Exodus? Exodus records that the waters of the Red Sea (or Reed Sea) opened up to deliver Israel and plummeted down to destroy their Egyptian pursuers. But if the Red Sea cannot be located, can we trust the claims of the Bible? Some have suggested relocating the events. Others suggest they never happened at all. In Where Was the Biblical Red Sea? Beitzel challenges popular alternatives and defends the traditional location: that the biblical Red Sea refers to a body of water lying between the eastern Nile Delta and Sinai. Beitzel rigorously reexamines the data--both typical and overlooked--ranging from biblical and classical sources to ancient and medieval maps. His comprehensive analysis answers objections to the traditional view and exposes the inadequacies of popular alternatives. Ancient geography excavates the biblical world and its story. Readers will better understand and appreciate the biblical story as well as its historicity and reliability. Where Was the Biblical Red Sea? is a foundational reference work for any discussion of the Exodus event.
The Lost Literature of Socialism (2nd edition)
by George WatsonIn his hard-hitting and controversial book, George Watson examines the foundation texts of socialism to find out what they really say; the result is blasphemy against socialism's canon of saints. Marx and Engels publicly advocated genocide in 1849; Ruskin called himself a violent Tory and a King's man; and Shaw held the working classes in utter contempt. Drawing on an impressive range of sources from Robert Owen to Ken Livingstone, the author demonstrates that socialism was a conservative, nostalgic reaction to the radicalism of capitalism, and not always supposed to be advantageous to the poor. There have even been socialist monarchs - Napoleon III was one. Two chapters of the book study Hitler's claim that 'the whole of National Socialism' was based on Marx, and bring to light the common theoretical basis of the beliefs of Stalin and Hitler which led to death camps. As a literary critic, George Watson's concern is to pay proper respect to the works of the founding fathers of socialism, to attend to what they say and not what their modern disciples wish they had said. The dust grows thick on many of these tomes, while present-day socialists follow a few ossified slogans plucked selectively from the best-known books. Socialist ideas are now rescued from priggish and woolly-thinking moralists so that genuine debate can be revived. This invigorating book forces the reader to abandon long-standing assumptions in political thought. It is certain to ruffle feathers, blue as well as red.
Neo-Calvinism: A Theological Introduction
by N. Gray Sutanto Cory C. BrockDiscover the rich theology of Neo-Calvinism. Abraham Kuyper and Herman Bavinck sparked a theological tradition in the Netherlands that came to be known as Neo-Calvinism. While studies in Neo-Calvinism have focused primarily on its political and philosophical insights, its theology has received less attention. In Neo-Calvinism: A Theological Introduction, Cory C. Brock and N. Gray Sutanto present the unique dogmatic contributions of the tradition. Each chapter focuses on a distinct theological aspect, such as revelation, creation, salvation, and ecclesiology. Neo-Calvinism produced rich theological work that yields promise for contemporary dogmatics. This book invites readers into this rich theological trajectory. "This book is the sign that [Neo-Calvinist] theology has now passed beyond the Dutch fairway. It has reached the international waters." —George Harinck
Religion at Play: A Manifesto
by Andre DroogersIs a powerful position a guarantee that a religion will continue? Does God take sides in religious power struggles? Can God survive religious exclusivity and diversity? Is God migrating from out there to in here? Is religion sustainable in the long run? In seeking answers to these questions, this book explores the possibilities afforded by playful religion. Religion has playful origins, but this aspect is forgotten as soon as institutional power becomes self-serving insteadof subservient. Power changes the very essence of religion. Virtually all religions are distorted versions of a playful original. Institutionalization is religion's curse, not its blessing. Apparent success hides the failure of religion to be faithful to its original intent. This book helps find the way back from bordering to inclusivity and openness.
James Verse by Verse (Osborne New Testament Commentaries)
by Grant R. OsborneJames's letter is famous for its practical wisdom and its heart for gospel transformation reflected in action. James is like Proverbs in the New Testamentâ€"but written as a letter, reflecting the New Covenant of Christ. It advises believers facing cultural challenges in the diaspora how to approach practical issues like trials and suffering, the proper use of the tongue, and poverty and wealth from a worldview shaped by Christ. Stated simply, it teaches believers about living life in God's world by God's rules. In James Verse by Verse, the late Grant R. Osborne invites readers to delve into this uniquely structured, immensely practical book. James is all about what early Christians called "the Way" and, as such, holds a unique place in the New Testament. This commentary will help modern readers embrace James as a distinctively Christian letter, full of wisdom for everyday life.
C'est Arrivé dans les Highlands (Série Famille Pennington)
by Jan Coffey May McGoldrickUNE MARIÉE ÉCONDUITE... UN DUEL À L'AUBE... UN SECRET LONGTEMPS CACHÉ... UNE SECONDE CHANCE À L'AMOUR... Lady Josephine Pennington a été délaissée par son fiancé lorsque des rumeurs ont circulé sur ses origines douteuses. Ses parents adoptifs lui ont toujours apporté l'amour et la protection dont elle avait besoin pour se sentir en sécurité, et au cours des seize dernières années, elle s'est modelée pour répondre aux attentes des autres. Lorsqu'elle reçoit un colis des Highlands contenant des croquis dont le sujet lui est étrangement familier, Jo pense avoir trouvé un indice sur l'identité de sa mère biologique. Lorsque le capitaine Wynne Melfort a mis fin à ses fiançailles avec Jo Pennington il y a seize ans, il n'a jamais imaginé qu'il la reverrait un jour. Mais après avoir découvert des informations qui pourraient révéler la vérité sur la filiation de Jo, Wynne se sent tenu par le devoir de réparer une vieille erreur et de l'informer de sa découverte. Mais il ne s'attendait pas à ce que des sentiments longtemps considérés comme éteints refassent surface. Jo doit apprendre à faire confiance à Wynn alors qu'ils s'efforcent de percer le mystère de sa naissance. Mais des forces émergent qui ne reculeront devant rien pour l'empêcher de découvrir la vérité et de récupérer son héritage. Ensemble, elle et Wynne doivent surmonter leur passé et combattre une menace mortelle tapie dans les brumes des Highlands.
Ministers of Reconciliation: Preaching on Race and the Gospel
by Daniel DarlingRace is one of the most pressing issues of our time; How should pastors tackle it from the pulpit? In this collection of essays, issues of race and ethnicity are explored from a variety of perspectives, offering guidance to pastors on how to address those topics in their own contexts. Each builds on a foundational passage of Scripture. With contributions from Bryan Loritts, Ray Ortlund, J. D. Greear, and more, Ministers of Reconciliation offers practical and biblically faithful approaches to the subject of race.
Tidings of Comfort and Joy: 25 Advent Devotionals Leading to Christmas
by Mark. M YarbroughRemember Christ our Savior was born on Christmas Day. The Christmas season easily overwhelms, and meaning can be lost in the busyness. In Tidings of Comfort and Joy, Mark M. Yarbrough reminds us why we celebrate. These twenty--five short devotions focus December on Jesus through a combination of Scripture reflections, winsome stories, advent applications, and guided prayers. This is a book that you and your family will turn to annually, as you prepare your heart for the wonder and meaning of Christmas.
Shining Like the Sun: A Biblical Theology of Meeting God Face to Face
by David H. WenkelThis is the first sustained, whole-Bible treatment on the theme of meeting God face to face. Starting with Genesis and ending with Revelation, the author systematically covers the major events in salvation history, all of which reveal the beauty of encountering God's grace in abundance.
The Puppet Master
by Jan Coffey May McGoldrickFOUR SEEMINGLY DISPARATE LIVES ARE BEGINNING TO UNRAVEL...AND ONE PERSON IS HOLDING THE STRINGS. The Rocket Scientist On the eve of a new satellite launch, the fiancé of NASA project manager Alanna Mendes is apparently killed in a fishing accident...only to be spotted six months later in Silicon Valley. The Computer Genius Four years after being caught by Homeland Security hacking into NASA's mainframe computer, Jay Alexei is still blacklisted from the top colleges and computer companies. Now a changed man, he is desperate for a second chance. The Financial Wizard Once a successful international banking CFO, today David Collier is a broken man who can't afford the expensive treatment for his daughter's rare kidney disorder. The American Dream When a terrorist group abducts the son of rags-to-riches tech mogul Steven Galvin, the billionaire is trapped in a nightmare where no amount of money can help him. "This is a fast-paced action-packed morality play that grips the audience from the moment the offer is first made and never slows down." "This book is an amazing example of the quality artistry that is Jan Coffey's work! It is very much a journey through the mind of mastermind."
Diet
by Dong QiangThe book is one of Chinese Folklore Culture Series, which introduces the staple food, non-staple food, local flavours, eating customs of traditional festivals and cooking methods in detail in China. It investigates the developing and evolution process, aesthetic intention and regional or ethnic characteristics of Chinese diet, and reveals systematically the profound Chinese food culture.
Always Reforming: Reflections on Martin Luther and Biblical Studies (Studies in Historical and Systematic Theology)
by Robert L. Plummer Channing L. CrislerLuther challenges the academy to speak beyond itself. Whatever the theological malady, Martin Luther prescribed the same remedy: the word of God. For Luther, the Word was central to the Christian life. As a lover, translator, and interpreter of Scripture, Luther believed the Bible was too important to be left to academics. God's word has always been and must always be for God's people. What, then, can biblical studies learn from Luther? In Always Reforming, leading Lutheran, Reformed, and Baptist scholars explore Martin Luther as an interpreter of Scripture. The contributors elucidate central themes of Luther's approach to Scripture, place him within contemporary dialogue, and suggest how he might reform biblical studies. By retrieving Luther's voice for the conversations of today, the contributors embody a spirit that is always reforming.
Can I Let You Go, My Love
by Kay Van DijkCombining the poignant appeal of a love story cut short with the theme of personal growth and the spiritual search for meaning, this book will help to give comfort to those who have shared the pain of bereavement. It shows them that they are not alone, and that the cycle of grieving is normal and that life does get better. Presented as a verse journal, Can I Let You Go, My Love? is more than an outpouring of one womanis experience of bereavement and life beyond grief. It is also a way of letting other people know what the bereaved are going through and so broadening understanding. The verses are full of lifeis lessons and the thoughts and feelings expressed are powerful, profound and heart-rending. It is a book that not only can be used bycounsellors and their clients (the manuscript has already been adopted as a therapeutic aid by counsellors) but is just the gift to give to a friend who has lost a loved one or who is going through a crisis in life. Can I Let You Go, My Love? was cited as an Outstanding Contender for the CRUSE Excellence in Communication Award 1997.
The Other Worldview: Exposing Christianity's Greatest Threat
by Peter Jones"A must-read for every concerned American--and especially for every Christian who weeps at the graveside of his culture." --R.C. Sproul A cataclysmic change has occurred as our culture has shifted toward belief in "Oneism." Every religion and philosophy fits into one of two basic worldviews: "Oneism" asserts that everything is essentially one, while "Twoism" affirms an irreducible distinction between creation and Creator. The Other Worldview exposes the pagan roots of Oneism, traces its spread throughout Western culture, and demonstrates its inability to save. "For bodily holiness and transformed thinking . . . we depend entirely on one amazing thing: the incredibly powerful message of the Gospel to a sinful world, which is the ultimate expression and goal of Twoism. The only hope is in Christ alone."
Preaching to Be Heard: Delivering Sermons That Command Attention
by Lucas O'Neill"If a sermon is preached in a church and no one is listening, does it make a difference?" There are many expository preachers who forego dynamic delivery and many dynamic preachers who lose sight of faithfully communicating the biblical text. Too often preachers feel they have to choose one or the other. But dynamic delivery and faithful exposition are not mutually exclusive. In Preaching to Be Heard, Lucas O'Neill shows pastors that presenting engaging sermons that are biblically focused is not an impossibility. In fact, the key to commanding attention lies in the text itself. Rather than relying on tricks or gimmicks, his approach to sermon writing focuses on maintaining tension throughout while sticking close to the biblical text. Using practical examples and a step-by-step method, O'Neill shows pastors how relying on the inherent anticipation within Scripture can lead to sermons that are powerful--and heard.
Hidden and Revealed: The Doctrine of God in the Reformed and Eastern Orthodox Traditions (Studies in Historical and Systematic Theology)
by Dmytro BintsarovskyiA major contribution to ecumenical reflection on the doctrine of God. The past century has seen renewed interest in the doctrine of God. While theological traditions disagree, their shared commitment to Nicene orthodoxy provides a common language for thinking and speaking about God. This dialogue has deepened our understanding of this shared way of thinking about God, but little has been done across ecumenical lines to explore God's hiddenness in revelation. In Hidden and Revealed, Dmytro Bintsarovskyi explores the hiddenness and revelation of God in two separate theological streams—Reformed and Orthodox. Bintsarovskyi shows that an understanding of both traditions reflects a deep structure of shared language, history, and commitments, while nevertheless reflecting real differences. With Herman Bavinck and John Meyendorff as his guides, Bintsarovskyi advances ecumenical dialogue on a doctrine central to our knowledge of God.
Il Ritorno di Luther (Vampiri Scanguards)
by Tina FolsomDopo vent'anni trascorsi in una prigione per vampiri, Luther è finalmente libero. Ma prima di poter chiudere definitivamente quel capitolo della sua vita, un rapimento lo costringe a tornare nel mondo della Scanguards e ad affrontare i vampiri le cui compagne aveva quasi ucciso due decenni prima. L'attrice Kimberly «Katie» Fairfax ha voltato le spalle a Hollywood e ora insegna recitazione in un college di San Francisco. Quando la figlia di Samson, il proprietario della Scanguards, scompare durante uno spettacolo, Katie si sente responsabile per aver inavvertitamente messo Isabelle in pericolo. Rendendosi conto che Luther potrebbe essere l'unico in grado di salvare la figlia di Samson, stringe con lui un'alleanza fragile ma necessaria. Mentre tra i due scoppia una passione travolgente, dovranno affrontare non solo un nemico sconosciuto, ma anche i demoni del passato che minacciano di distruggerli, prima ancora che possano riportare Isabelle a casa sana e salva. Vampiri Scanguards: Desiderio Mortale (Storia breve #½) La Graziosa Mortale di Samson (#1) L'Indomita di Amaury (#2) L'Anima Gemella di Gabriel (#3) Il Rifugio di Yvette (#4) La Salvezza di Zane (#5) L'Amore Infinito di Quinn (#6) La Fame di Oliver (#7) La Scelta di Thomas (#8) Morso Silenzioso (#8 ½) L'Identità di Cain (#9) Il Ritorno di Luther (#10) La Missione di Blake (#11) Riunione Fatidica (#11 ½) Il Desiderio di John (#12) La Tempesta di Ryder (#13) La Conquista di Damian (#14) La Sfida di Grayson (#15) L'Amore Proibito di Isabelle (#16) La Passione di Cooper (#17) Il Coraggio di Vanessa (#18) La serie Vampiri Scanguards ha tutto: amore a prima vista, nemici che diventano amanti, incontri fortuiti, colpo di fulmine, eroe alfa, compagni predestinati, guardia del corpo, banda di fratelli, damigella in pericolo, donna in pericolo, la bella e la bestia, identità nascosta, anime gemelle, primo amore, vergini, eroe tormentato, divario di età, una seconda possibilità d'amore, amante in lutto, ritorno dalla morte, bambino segreto, playboy, rapimenti, da amici ad amanti, coming out, ammiratore segreto, ultimo a saperlo, amore non corrisposto, amnesia, regalità, amore proibito, gemelli identici, partner nella lotta al crimine.
Institution of a Christian Man
by Gerald BrayCompiled during the early years of the Reformation, Institution of a Christian Man lays out the principles of the nascent Church of England. In his definitive new edition, Gerald Bray charts the development of this text from the first version introduced by Archbishop Thomas Cranmer and his cohort of bishops, to the extensive edits made by Henry VIII himself, and finally to the version written by Bishop Edmund Bonner under the radically different circumstances of Mary I's reign. By combining the Bishops' Book and the King's Book into a single text - rather than in sequence - Bray shows which sections were added, deleted, and retained throughout the revisions. This process allows the Reader to reconstruct the texts and, at the same time, follow the process by which one was transformed into the other. Bishop Bonner's Book, which appears separately, illustrates additional changes and elaborations from the previous two books. Such a comparative study in a user-friendly and accessible style has never been published before. Although written nearly 500 years ago, much of what these books pronounce is still valid and can be addressed to contemporary use. A thorough analysis of content also sheds light on a neglected phase of the Reformation, and provides a unique insight into the theological development that characterised the earliest stages of the Church of England.
L'Amore Infinito di Quinn (Vampiri Scanguards)
by Tina FolsomDa oltre duecento anni, Quinn, affascinante vampiro e guardia del corpo, vive come un playboy nel vano tentativo di dimenticare l'unica donna che abbia mai amato: la moglie umana, Rose, che lui crede morta da tempo. Ma Rose è ancora viva. Ora è una vampira anche lei, ma ha passato tutti questi anni nascosta, fingendo la propria morte per proteggere un terribile segreto… Un segreto che, se Quinn lo scoprisse, potrebbe spingerlo a ucciderla. Quando un potente e malvagio vampiro minaccia di distruggere l'unico discendente ancora in vita di Rose e Quinn, lei è costretta a uscire allo scoperto e a chiedere il suo aiuto. Mentre Quinn cerca di superare lo shock del ritorno di Rose e si unisce a lei per affrontare un nemico comune, tra i due si riaccende la passione del passato. Ma sarà abbastanza forte, quell'amore ritrovato, da superare il segreto che ancora li divide? INFORMAZIONI SULLA SERIE La serie Vampiri Scanguards è ricca di azione frenetica, scene d'amore bollenti, dialoghi arguti ed eroi ed eroine forti. Il vampiro Samson Woodford vive a San Francisco ed è proprietario di una società di sicurezza e guardie del corpo, la Scanguards, che impiega sia vampiri che umani. E, alla fine, anche delle streghe. Nel corso della serie si aggiungeranno anche guardiani immortali e demoni, per rendere tutto ancora più interessante! Ogni libro può essere letto come un romanzo autoconclusivo si concentra sempre su una nuova coppia che trova l'amore, ma la serie è più piacevole se letta in ordine. E, naturalmente, ci sono sempre alcune battute ricorrenti, lo capirai quando incontrerai Wesley, un aspirante stregone. Desiderio Mortale (Storia breve #½) La Graziosa Mortale di Samson (#1) L'Indomita di Amaury (#2) L'Anima Gemella di Gabriel (#3) Il Rifugio di Yvette (#4) La Salvezza di Zane (#5) L'Amore Infinito di Quinn (#6) La Fame di Oliver (#7) La Scelta di Thomas (#8) Morso Silenzioso (#8 ½) L'Identità di Cain (#9) Il Ritorno di Luther (#10) La Missione di Blake (#11) Riunione Fatidica (#11 ½) Il Desiderio di John (#12) La Tempesta di Ryder (#13) La serie Vampiri Scanguards ha tutto: amore a prima vista, nemici che diventano amanti, incontri fortuiti, colpo di fulmine, eroe alfa, compagni predestinati, guardia del corpo, banda di fratelli, damigella in pericolo, donna in pericolo, la bella e la bestia, identità nascosta, anime gemelle, primo amore, vergini, eroe tormentato, divario di età, una seconda possibilità d'amore, amante in lutto, ritorno dalla morte, bambino segreto, playboy, rapimenti, da amici ad amanti, coming out, ammiratore segreto, ultimo a saperlo, amore non corrisposto, amnesia, regalità, amore proibito, gemelli identici, partner nella lotta al crimine.
Reading the Book of Revelation: Five Principles for Interpretation
by Alexander StewartHow to read Revelation rightly. Let's face it: the book of Revelation is difficult to read! Many neglect it, leaving it to the experts or the obsessed. Others fixate on the details, focusing on current events but missing Christ in the process. But Revelation promises a blessing on all who read it. Why is it so hard to understand? In Reading the Book of Revelation, Alexander E. Stewart offers five simple keys that unlock this difficult book. He then illustrates their profit in explaining Revelation chapter by chapter and provides recommendations for further study. With this short and accessible guide, readers will see how Revelation is approachable, applicable to their lives, and glorifying to Christ.
Evangelism: For the Care of Souls (Lexham Ministry Guides)
by Sean McGeverEvangelism is the heart of pastoral care. In Evangelism: For the Care of Souls, Sean McGever reminds ministers that announcing—and reannouncing—the good news of Jesus is central to pastoral care. The crucified Jesus has been raised from the dead and is Lord of all. The gospel rightly belongs at the start of a Christian's life, but its role does not end there. It is the balm and cure of our hearts for all of life. And evangelists must not confuse the messenger with the message. We must all be evangelized and re-evangelized. Avoiding a simplistic, manipulative, or guilt-inducing message, Evangelism: For the Care of Souls presents a vision and strategy for ministers to evangelize in a way that is refreshing, biblical, and sustainable.
Explorations in Autism: A Psychoanalytical Study
by Donald MeltzerExplorations in Autism is a turning-point in both the understanding of and the clinical approach to autism. The clinical material gradually unveils the geography of the internal mother (which proved crucial for the development of Meltzer's 'claustrum' theory) and allowed him to draft, for the first time in psychoanalysis, a theory of the dimensionality of mental life
Jesus, Divorce, and Remarriage: In Their Historical Setting
by Gordon J. WenhamWhat did Jesus really say about divorce and remarriage? Challenging the evangelical near-consensus that Jesus permitted divorce and remarriage in certain circumstances, Gordon Wenham argues that while Jesus permitted separation in cases of sexual immorality, he did not permit divorce and remarriage. Presenting a revisitation and expansion of several decades of thought and debate on the topic, Wenham builds his case from a close reading of Jesus' teaching in the Gospels, showing how his teaching pushed against the culture of his day. In addition, Wenham brings in insights from ancient Near Eastern marriage laws, the Old Testament, the writings of Paul, and the earliest Christian interpreters of the Gospel divorce texts. Readers will be challenged by a careful biblical argument that provides a counterpoint to the majority view. No study on divorce and remarriage will be complete without considering Jesus, Divorce, and Remarriage.