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Calvin's Preaching

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Parker, T. H. L., PUBLISHER: Westminster John Knox Press, This rare and important study of John Calvin's sermons gives a complete review of Calvin's preaching activity, purpose, method, and style. Included are the theological considerations that moved Calvin to preach the way he did; his view of the preacher's office, his duty, and the congregation's active participation; a historical account and the preservation of his preaching; Calvin's expository method and the way he applied scripture to the needs of the congregation; and the form of the sermons and the "familiar" style that was employed.

C.H.U.R.C.H.: A Vision of What the Church Could Be

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Fakes, Dennis, PUBLISHER: iUniverse, Too often the word "church" evokes ho-hum yawns. Yet God's desire is that the church meet the deepest of human need and provide human beings with daily and eternal hope. How can the church be more CHRIST centered? How can it be a safe, secure HOME for spiritual seekers who may not be particularly "religious" but do wish to connect with God and other seekers? Why does the church not have a sense of URGENCY in getting the good news out to a world looking for real good news? How can RELATIONSHIPS with God and others be developed? How can we discover, know and claim our CALLING as the people of God? How can the church truly be the HOPE of the world?

Economic Assessment of Election Programmes: Does It Make

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Graafland, Johan J. / Ros, Arie P., PUBLISHER: Springer, In the Netherlands, the election programmes of the political parties are assessed for their economic impact by an independent economic bureau. The result of this analysis is published just before the elections take place. In this way, the voter will be protected against political parties that try to win the elections by making popular but unfounded financial promises. Economic Assessment of Election Programmes contains contributions of several distinguished economists and philosophers who consider the gains of this procedure to society. Does the analysis by the Netherlands' Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis (CPB) raise the democratic quality of the elections? Can we really be confident in the tools of economics? The last section of this volume states the opinion of representatives of the political parties. This part also clarifies why political parties voluntarily participate in this process and how they perceive the role division between the political party and CPB.

God's Two Hands: Sermons for Advent, Christmas and Epiphany

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Tuttle, Robert G., Jr., PUBLISHER: CSS Publishing Company, What is the balance of judgment and grace offered by God's two hands? These twelve throught-provoking sermons by Robert G. Tuttle explore that balance as revealed in God's word -- and as demonstrated in the lives of his people during this important Christian season. In this inspiring collection are sermons for every Cycle C first lesson text during Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany from the Common lectionary, including: - God's Two Hands - The Splendor of the Lord - The Awakening - The Agony and Ecstacy - God Is on Our Side - The World of Light and six more. Use these complete sermons as presented here -- or as inspirational springboards for your own original messages. Robert G. Tuttle is a graduate of Duke University and Duke Divinity School. A United Methodist pastor since , he has served several congregations in North Carolina. A world traveler, scholar, and exchange missioner, he has literally been around the world, on both sides of the Iron Curtain. He and his wife live in retirement in Asheville, North Carolina.

Contemporary Christian Favorites

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation, PUBLISHER: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation, 20 great easy guitar arrangements of contemporary Christian songs, including: El Shaddai * Friends * He Is Able * I Will Be Here * In the Name of the Lord * In Christ Alone * Love in Any Language * Open My Heart * Say the Name * Thy Word * Via Dolorosa * and more.

The Subversive Role of Visions in Early Christian Martyrs

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Maldonado Perez, Zaida / P. Rez, Zaida Maldonado, PUBLISHER: Emeth Press, During the persecution of the early church, the stories of the witness of the martyrs-later known as the Acts of the Martyrs--became a critical part of the church's reading and devotional material. Why? This book argues that the reading of the Acts, and especially their visions, did more than just encourage the persecuted church; they reveal a nuanced view of God, the world, power, and powerlessness, death and life that at times subverts what may have been construed as normal or dominant by either church or the Greco-Roman society. This nuanced view may in fact reflect an underlying grass-roots or "popular theology" not readily available to the reader through other early church literature.

The Art of Hearing: English Preachers and Their Audiences,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hunt, Arnold, PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, This ground-breaking study of early modern English preaching is the first to take full account of the sermon as heard by the listener as well as uttered by the preacher. It draws on a wide range of printed and manuscript sources, but also seeks to read behind the texts in order to reconstruct what was actually delivered from the pulpit, with due attention to the differences between oral, written and printed versions. In showing how sermons were interpreted and appropriated by their hearers, often in ways that their authors never intended, it poses wider questions about the transmission of religious and political ideas in the post-Reformation period. Offering a richer understanding of sermons as complex and ambiguous texts, and opening up new avenues for their interpretation, it will be essential reading for all students of the religious and cultural history of early modern England.

The Deeper Christian Life

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Murray, Andrew, PUBLISHER: Whitaker House, God intends you to have all the blessings of His storehouse, including His free favor, peace in the storms of life, and the power of the Holy Spirit. As your Christian walk is transformed into the happy way of life that God intends for you, you will have the desires of your heart and come to know the joy of God's presence.

Liquid Dreams of Vampires

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Riccardo, Martin V., PUBLISHER: Llewellyn Publications, Why are we so enthralled with the dark passions evoked by the pale skin and penetrating eyes of the vampire? Descend into the murky shadows of the subconscious as vampire researcher Martin V. Riccardo presents dreams, nightmares, and fantasies from the general public that reveal the true power of the vampire's image. Learn how he serves as an archetype of the otherworldy lover... and why, for some, vampires are an overwhelming obsession.

Perceiving God: The Epistemology of Religious Experience

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Alston, William P., PUBLISHER: Cornell University Press, In this clear and provocative account of the epistemology of religious experience, William P. Alston argues that the perception of God-his term for direct experiential awareness of God-makes a major contribution to the grounds of religious belief. Surveying the variety of reported direct experiences of God, Alston demonstrates that a person can be justified in holding certain beliefs about God on the basis of mystical experience.

Reflections on the Psalms

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lewis, C. S., PUBLISHER: Mariner Books, Lewis writes here about the difficulties he has met or the joys he has gained in reading the Psalms. He points out that the Psalms are poems, intended to be sung, not doctrinal treatises or sermons. Proceeding with his characteristic grace, he guides readers through both the form and the meaning of these beloved passages in the Bible.

Water Baptism: The Revelation of Truth

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Daniel Sr, Howard, PUBLISHER: Authorhouse, One of the most segregating topics among today's Christian churches is the subject of Water Baptism. Far too often we who serve the same God and Father of the Lord Jesus find it difficult to commune in brotherly love as a result of our differences. Water Baptism: the Revelation of Truth is a personal testimony of one individual's experience in seeking biblical truth in the biblical administration of water baptism. After prayer, fasting and in-depth study with scriptural validation the author shares the revelation he personally experienced. Through the unique use of a personal testimony this book provides a non threatening, unbiased and impartial documentation of biblical water baptism.

Best Sermons Ever (Compact Edition)

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Howse, Christopher, PUBLISHER: Continuum, Each sermon in this new pocket-sized edition of a popular title is introduced by a short note on the preacher and his time, and a contemporary prayer is added at the end. The sermons range from hell fire to profound spiritual comfort.

Order of Christian Funerals

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Liturgical Press, PUBLISHER: Liturgical Press, The Order of Christian Funerals presents a strong message of hope and an emphasis on participation by the assembly.

Soul Winner

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Spurgeon, Charles Haddon, PUBLISHER: Whitaker House, Soul winning is the chief business of the Christian and should be the main pursuit of every true believer. If you are eager for real joy, no joy can compare with that of saving a soul from death and helping to restore the lost to our Father. Learn how you can start to experience the joy of soul winning immediately.

From Reform to Revolution: The Demise of Communism in China

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pei, Minxin, PUBLISHER: Harvard University Press, The demise of communism in the former Soviet Union and the massive political and economic changes in China are the stunning transformations of our century. Two central questions are emerging: Why did different communist systems experience different patterns of transition? Why did partial reforms in the Soviet Union and China turn into revolutions?

Repentance and 21st Century Man

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Miller, C. John, (Jack), PUBLISHER: Christian Literature Crusade, Repentance is an attitude beginning at conversion. Throughout the Christian life it is a drawing near to God of the whole person, a humbling of the heart expressed in daily response of obedience to the love and will of the heavenly Father. Painful but liberating Humbling and strengthening.

Prince of Legend

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ludlow, Jack, PUBLISHER: Allison & Busby, Bohemund, takes a firm grip on the city, despite the depleted crusading army, thinned by death, disease and defection. Meanwhile, Tancred seeks his fortune in taking Jerusalem for the Christian faith. No longer is the Holy City in the hands of the Arabs, but held by the mighty Islamic Fatamids of Egypt. Tancred is the first onto the walls and a leader when it comes to entering the city, but it remains to be seen if he will rise to the position of Prince of Legend.

The Oxford Illustrated Dictionary of Australian History

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Bassett, Jan, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, Why were the Swing' rioters transported to Australia? Where was evidence of the earliest known example of cremation in the world found? Who were the members of the "Three Elevens?" How did the Angry Penguins acquire their name? The answers to these and thousands of other questions can be found in this revised and updated edition of a popular reference book. Now illustrated with a wide range of maps, photographs, and cartoons, the dictionary has entries on the major people, events, places, institutions, ideas, artifacts, and documents that have shaped Australian history from prehistory to the s.

Faith Beyond Reason

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Tozer, A. W., PUBLISHER: Christian Publications, "There are some things human reason cannot do -- things that are beyond its capacity". This arena beyond reason, Tozer states, is the terrain of faith. Based on the Gospel of John, these sermons explore how faith in God transforms the ordinary into something unimaginable -- into a realm where things are possible only with God.

Catholic and Christian: An Explanation of Commonly

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Schreck, Alan, PUBLISHER: Servant Publications, You're on the spot. Someone wants you to explain some aspect of Catholic belief. Do you really think the pope is infallible? Why do Catholics pray to Mary? Where do sacraments come from? What do you think of the Bible? Are you saved? You wish some well-informed Catholic friend were around to help with the answer. Or perhaps you are asking the questions yourself. Where do Catholic beliefs come from? Why do we pray for the dead? How does the rosary fit into a biblical faith? The best-selling Catholic and Christian provides the answers you need. It is a readable and concise summary of commonly misunderstood Catholic beliefs--the teachings and practices that don't get much attention in Sunday homilies and in religious education, but which puzzle Catholics and non-Catholics alike. This is a book for all Catholics who want to know more about their faith.

The complete illustrated stories of Hans Christian Andersen

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God Without Being: Hors-Texte

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Marion, Jean-Luc / Carlson, Thomas A., PUBLISHER: University of Chicago Press, Jean-Luc Marion advances a controversial argument for a God free of all categories of Being. Taking a characteristically postmodern stance, Marion challenges a fundamental premise of both metaphysics and neo-Thomist theology: that God, before all else, must be. Rather, he locates a "God without Being" in the realm of agape, of Christian charity or love. This volume, the first translation into English of the work of this leading Catholic philosopher, offers a contemporary perspective on the nature of God. "An immensely thoughtful book.... It promises a rich harvest. Marion's highly original treatment of the idol and the icon, the Eucharist, boredom and vanity, conversion and prayer takes theological and philosophical discussions to a new level."--Norman Wirzba, "Christian Century"

How Levesque Won

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: DuPont, Pierre / DuPont, Pierre / Fischman, Sheila, PUBLISHER: James Lorimer & Company, Canadian politics changed dramatically on November with the stunning election victory of Rene Levesque and the Parti Quebecois. This book tells the story behind that election campaign, offering the background that explains how Levesque won--and why. It considers why Robert Bourassa called the election even though secret Liberal polls were unfavourable, and examines the role played by Pierre Trudeau and the federal party in arranging a virtual takeover of the provincial party during the campaign. First published in , "How Levesque Won" is a vivid and immediate report on a siesmic shift in Canadian politics, the aftershocks of which continue to be felt today.

A Relevant Word: Communicating the Gospel to Seekers

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Duffett, Robert, PUBLISHER: Judson Press, After demonstrating why and how our culture has changed, Duffett offers a methodology for communicating the Christian faith that is sensitive to the needs of seekers.

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