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paperbackPaul and the Giants of Philosophy
Reading the Apostle in Greco-Roman Context
Edited by Joseph R. Dodson and David E. Briones
Foreword by John M. G. BarclayBiblical Foundations Award Finalist
What forces shaped the intellectual world of the apostle Paul? How familiar was he with the great philosophers of his age, and to what extent was he influenced by them? When he quoted Greco-Roman sources, what was his aim?
Pauline scholars wrestle with such questions in journal articles and technical monographs, but ...
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paperbackA Theology of Word and Spirit
Authority Method in Theology
Christian Foundations
by Donald G. Bloesch
Recipient of a Christianity Today Critics Choice Award
In the inaugural volume of his seven-volume systematic theology, Christian Foundations, Donald Bloesch surveys his method. His approach is conversant with up-to-the-minute theological concerns but also vitally grounded in the Reformation emphasis on biblical revelation illumined by the Holy Spirit.
In A ...
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paperbackReformation Readings of Paul
Explorations in History and Exegesis
Edited by Michael Allen and Jonathan A. Linebaugh
Did the Protestant Reformers understand Paul correctly? Has the church today been unduly influenced by Reformation-era misreadings of the Pauline epistles? These questions—especially as they pertain to Martin Luther's interpretation of the Pauline doctrine of justification—have been at the forefront of much discussion within biblical studies and theology in light of the New Perspective on Paul. ...
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paperbackThe Singer Trilogy
The Mythic Retelling of the Story of the New Testament
by Calvin Miller
Hundreds of thousands have already thrilled to this extraordinary retelling of a life unmatched in human history. Through the story of the Singer, his Song and his battles with the World Hater, Calvin Miller has created a work full of life. Now you can find the complete, powerful tale of incarnation and redemption in one volume, with all three of Calvin Miller's books together: The Singer, ...
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hardcoverTethered to the Cross
The Life and Preaching of Charles H. Spurgeon
by Thomas Breimaier
Foreword by Timothy Larsen"Tethered to the cross" is how the renowned nineteenth-century English Baptist minister Charles H. Spurgeon (1834–1892) described the task of ministry and his approach to preaching.
For nearly four decades, Spurgeon served as the pastor of the church at the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London. But what specifically guided the reading of Scripture by the man known as the "Prince ...
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paperbackTo the Cross
Proclaiming the Gospel from the Upper Room to Calvary
by Christopher J. H. Wright
The cross is good news for us today. With the expertise of a veteran biblical scholar and the wisdom of a seasoned pastor, Christopher Wright skillfully guides us on Jesus' journey from the Last Supper to the cross. Through the lens of the Old Testament, Wright navigates the Gospel accounts of events that include the meal in the upper room, Peter's denials, the taunts and jeers ...
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paperbackPocket Dictionary of Christian Spirituality
The IVP Pocket Reference Series
by Don Thorsen
The Pocket Dictionary of Christian Spirituality is an A to Z introduction and resource for curious newcomers and novice students of spirituality. From our first call to Abba until we arrive at Zion, the heavenly Jerusalem, Don Thorsen charts the Christian spiritual pilgrimage through its many traditions, schools of thought, and tested practices.
Among the over 300 definitions you'll ...
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paperbackWorship Team Handbook
Edited by Alison Siewert
Contributions by Andy Crouch, Matt Frazier, and Sundee Tucker FrazierIs your church starting a new worship service? Are you a vocalist or an instrumentalist on a team? Would you like to know how to use drama or video in worship? This down-to-earth book will help you do all that and more. Written by a worship team, this handbook is all about working together as a team. It's about the key elements: music, Scripture, drama, video. It's about worshiping in an interactive ...
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paperbackEconomic Parables
The Monetary Teachings of Jesus Christ
by David Cowan
Ever wondered how to pay the next bill? Felt the world is unfair in economic rewards? Been indecisive about investing wisely? These types of fiscal questions are addressed from a Christian viewpoint in Economic Parables. Using his vast experience in the financial world as well as church ministry, the author invites you to listen directly to the words of Jesus and reflect on a number of ...
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paperbackImagine
A Vision for Christians in the Arts
by Steve Turner
Imagine art that is risky, complex, and subtle. Imagine music, movies, books, and paintings of the highest quality. Imagine art that permeates society, challenging conventional thinking and standard morals to their core. Imagine that it is all created by Christians! This is the bold vision of Steve Turner, who has worked among a wide variety of artists for decades. He believes Christians should ...
