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PaperbackThe Hope of Life After Death
A Biblical Theology of Resurrection
Essential Studies in Biblical Theology
by Jeff Brannon
Series edited by Benjamin L. GladdIn a world full of suffering and death, humans long for abundant life. Christians understand that in Christ God saves us from sin. But salvation must also include much more: being rescued from death, physical resurrection, and newlife in the new creation.
In this ESBT volume, Jeff Brannon explores how the hope of life after death is woven throughout Scripture—even in unexpected ...
PaperbackJonathan Edwards and Deification
Reconciling Theosis and the Reformed Tradition
New Explorations in Theology
by James Salladin
The doctrine of deification or theosis is typically associated with the Eastern Orthodox tradition. Indeed, the language of participation in the divine nature as a way to understand salvation often sounds like strange music in the ears of Western Christians despite passages like 2 Peter 1:4 where it appears. However, recent scholarship has argued that the theologies of ...
PaperbackChrist-Shaped Character
Choosing Love, Faith and Hope
by Helen Cepero
Honorable Mention for Classic Christian Spirituality, from Byron Borger, Hearts and Minds Bookstore
"Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love."—1 Corinthians 13:13
What arethe pathways that lead us to God? This is a book about what happens when we find those pathways. You will discover the values and virtues that grow out ...
PaperbackThe Ecology of the New Testament
Creation, Re-Creation, and the Environment
by Mark Bredin
Foreword by Richard BauckhamGod is the Creator of all and cares deeply for all that he has made. His vision for creation is seen through a world teeming with life where eternity is breathed into and through all creation. Jesus teaches that humans must live with a spirit of generosity and restraint; however, a spirit of meanness and greed dominates human culture and leaves nearly 1.3 billion people living on less than $1 a ...
PaperbackExodus Old and New
A Biblical Theology of Redemption
Essential Studies in Biblical Theology
by L. Michael Morales
Series edited by Benjamin L. GladdThe Gospel Coalition Book Award
Center for Biblical Studies Book of the Year Award
Biblical Foundations Book Award WinnerWith Israel's exodus out of Egypt, God established a pattern to help us understand the salvation of all his people—Israel and the nations—through Jesus Christ.
In Exodus Old and New, L. Michael Morales examines ...
PaperbackHow to Keep the Pastor You Love
by Jane A. Rubietta
- Who cares for your pastor in times of special need?
- What can you do to help your pastor's family on a regular basis?
- Are there steps you can take to ensure your pastor is personally and spiritually nurtured?
While Paul urges the church to "overwhelm them with appreciation and love" (1 Thessalonians 5:13), research and anecdotal evidence shows that most pastors experience ...
PaperbackReading Romans with John Stott
10 Weeks for Individuals or Groups
Reading the Bible with John Stott Series
by John Stott
With Dale Larsen and Sandy LarsenIVP Readers' Choice Award
Paul's letter to the Romans has for two thousand years been a touchstone for all who want to understand the power of the gospel and the righteousness of God revealed from heaven. The truth in Romanstransforms our thinking and convicts our hearts as we discover the power of the gospel for every area of our life and our world.
In this volume, ...
Number of Studies: 10
PaperbackWhen Your World Ends
God's Creative Process for Rebuilding a Life
by Dawn Sanders
Foreword by Carol KentHow do you rebuild your life after it falls apart?
Catastrophic events often feel like the end of the world. When we feel like we have nothing left, we sometimes wish for our own end too. Yet God keeps waking us up every morning—a sign that God wants us to keep living when our world ends. We must find our way to the new life that awaits us on the other side of loss. But how?
Dawn ...
PaperbackThe Return of the Kingdom
A Biblical Theology of God's Reign
Essential Studies in Biblical Theology
by Stephen G. Dempster
Series edited by Benjamin L. GladdWord Guild Award Winner—Biblical Studies
The biblical story begins and ends with God as king. Human beings rebel, however, rather than fulfilling their royal calling to rule creation on behalf of their Sovereign—and the world became enslaved to the rule of a dark, serpentine lord.
In this volume of IVP Academic's Essential Studies in Biblical Theology, ...
PaperbackThe Listening Life
Embracing Attentiveness in a World of Distraction
by Adam S. McHugh
Christianity Today's Book of the Year Award
Logos Association Bookstore Award
Bookwi.se's Favorite Books of the Year
Outreach Magazine Resource of the Year"Be quick to listen, slow to speak." —James 1:19
How would our lives change if we approached every experience with the intention of listening first?
In this ...
