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Is there a pinnacle of higher education not yet reached, and what does it look like? Christian higher education has been through three cycles of ascendancy and decline. We now are in a fourth cycle that calls us to a fuller understanding of the holiness of God in shaping a higher vision. Those involved in higher education who are leaning forward will see beyond intellectual development and job preparation. You are invited to the integrative vision...
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"Living Judaism offers an engaging and definitive overview of the Jewish philosophy, theology, rituals, and customs. Combining quality scholarship and sacred spiritual instruction. It is a thought-provoking reference guide for those already steeped in Jewish life, and a comprehensive introduction for those exploring the richness and grandeur of Judaism''--Provided by publisher.
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This brief, humorous introduction to theology by noted educator and author Don McKim will provide seminarians, college students, and general readers with a fun way to learn the basics. The book covers the key movements, thinkers, definitions, and questions of theology in a lighthearted way. Includes illustrations by Ron Hill.
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First published in 1894 in Germany after being banned in Leo Tolstoy's native Russia, "The Kingdom of God is Within You" is, in the words of the introduction, "one of the most remarkable studies of the social and psychological condition of the modern world". Thirty years in the making, Tolstoy expounds upon his earlier work "What I Believe" and argues that nonviolence is the very foundation of Christianity. Tolstoy believed that the teaching of Christ...
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The Papacy is one of the most misunderstood aspects of the Catholic Church, something that can be the last stumbling block on the journey of a convert. Here, best-selling author Patrick Madrid highlights 30 different misconceptions about the Papacy and provides insightful, honest, and detailed feedback for how to explain the truth behind these myths. He'll bring clarity to issues such as: Where Peter's authority comes from and how it has been passed...
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The Bible admonishes Christians to love God with the mind, as well as, with the heart. Engaging God's World clearly links this scriptural mandate with the pursuit of academic life, extolling the crucial role of Christian higher education in the intellectual and spiritual formation of believers.
Chiefly intended to serve as a primer for students beginning college careers but valuable to thoughtful Christians at every stage of life, this volume spells...
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Christian Doctrine has introduced thousands of laity, students, and theologians to the tenets of the Christian faith. This edition reflects changes in the church and society since the publication of the first edition and takes into account new works in Reformed theology, gender references in the Bible, racism, pluralism, ecological developments, and liberation theologies.
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Have you ever wondered how it would look to live out a Christian sexual ethic amid the varied and confusing sexual messages that are part of modern culture? Does the Christian tradition provide us with a way to think about and act on our natural, God-given sexual desires? Honoring God with Body and Mind invites readers to consider these questions--and some ways of answering them--by guiding them into a conversational style of moral reflection.
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God's Word is a fiery, exploding, all-pervading, and living message that should cause us all to fall down to the ground and tremble... yet that is rarely the experience for so many dispirited people of God!
Some people believe questioning the Bible, the direction God is going, or even God himself, is blasphemy. Some think it's a sign of disbelief.
Daniel Thornton believes his son, Rusty Thornton, is lost without God and takes him to a faraway place...
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Now What? Baptism in the Holy Spirit answers questions about who the Holy Spirit is and what He means to believers' everyday lives. Help them understand what happens when they're baptized in the Holy Spirit and how God uses the Spirit to guide their discipleship journey.
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¿Y ahora qué? Bautismo en el Espíritu Santo responde las preguntas sobre quien es el Espíritu Santo y lo que Él significa para la vida de los creyentes cada día. Ayude otros a entender lo que sucede cuando son bautizados en el Espíritu Santo y como Dios usa al Espíritu para guiar la jornada de discipulado que ellos tendrán.
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Most students of practical theology recognize Richard R. Osmer as the originator of the "consensus model" of practical theology, one of the most accessible and widely used models of practical theological reflection in the world. Yet Osmer's influence extends beyond practical theological method. Over his long career, his writing and teaching spanned Christian education, youth ministry, spirituality, and evangelism as well, giving each of these congregational...
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Christianity, Cults and Religions helps Christians know what they believe and why. It helps clarify the differences between various religions, cults, and religious movements and makes a great study guide for small groups, personal study, or Sunday school classes. A well-researched overview from a Christian viewpoint, it contains basic charts that compare world religions, cults and sects. Each world religion, sect, and/or cult is condensed to 100 words...
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Dr. Fohle Lygunda li-M provides a thorough analysis of missiological teaching in theological institutions in Africa, with special reference to ten Christian universities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. His detailed examination of current teaching of mission theory and practice builds a solid foundation for the articulation of a new paradigm of missiological education. In this book, Dr. Lygunda presents the case for a transformed approach...
15) No Escape
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No Escape is a brief explanation of the Second Coming of Jesus Christ from a Historical Pre-Millennial view. It also explains why the currently popular "rapture" view, also known as Pre-tribulation Pre-millennialism is not Biblical. Pastor Stout has been studying and teaching on this subject for more than 20-years.
As you read through the passages that are explained here your will have a deeper understanding of what the Bible actually teaches concerning...
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Quelle est l'histoire de la discipline de missiologie? Comment est-elle actuellement offerte à travers le monde? Et quels sont les défis des modèles existants dans les facultés de théologie en Afrique francophone?
Ce livre aborde ces questions et cherche à clarifier la problématique de la diversité dans la formation à travers le monde dont l'impact sur l'Afrique francophone est indéniable. Il revisite l'histoire, les définitions et les...
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Workshop of the Holy Spirit invites students into the exciting adventure of theological education.
Many aspects of modern theological education have their historic roots in the ideas of the Enlightenment. This foundation creates compartmentalized structures and frameworks that may not lead to the thriving of theological students. In contrast, Pietist leader P. J. Spener asserted in 1675 that theological schools should be "nurseries of the church"...
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The growth of the church around the world has led to an increased need for qualified theological educators, both locally and from the global community. Yet, teaching cross-culturally is fraught with overlooked challenges, and lack of cultural sensitivity can undermine educators' credibility, distort their message, and threaten the fruit of their ministry.
Teaching across Cultures is a deeply practical guidebook for teaching theology beyond one's...
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Jesus: Perfect Love reveals how much Jesus loves us and how we can return His amazing love. Appreciate and learn more about His love through His Sacred Heart, His Sacraments, His Saints, His Holy Scriptures, His Cross, His Death, His Resurrection.
Jesus, the Second Person of the Most Holy Trinity, has boundless love for everyone. It is our Christian obligation to discover His Holy love in our hearts. Then respond to and return His love so that we...
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Seminary can be rich and rewarding, but also disorienting. In addition to the typical challenges of doing graduate studies, your experiences in seminary affect how you see God, other people, and yourself. The stakes are high, but the good news is that you're not alone on this journey. In Surviving and Thriving in Seminary, two experienced professors (and former seminary students) guide you through what to expect and how to navigate your years in seminary....
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