Download or read book Intellectuals Don t Need God and Other Modern Myths written by Alister E. McGrath and published by Zondervan Academic. This book was released on 2010-12-21 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rethinking Effective Apologetics for the Present Age. Christians have always had to defend their faith against all kinds of criticism and misunderstandings, but these attacks change overtime, and the strongest arguments of the famous classical apologists who preceded us are not necessarily the strongest today. Intellectuals Don't Need God is written to today's faithful apologists who are trying to commend Christianity in terms of its relevance to everyday life and not just its inherent rationality. Its focuses are: Understanding and overcoming the barriers of faith in today's culture. Presenting the points of contact between daily life and spiritual longing. Demonstrating the apologetics of today in action. Theologian and scientist, Dr. Alister McGrath (author of the ECPA 2014 Christian Book Award Winning biography of C. S. Lewis) shows convincingly that appeal to reason is only one of many possible bridges between the non-Christian and the gospel. In today's world, cerebral and emotional concerns—such as a sense that life lacks purpose or a deep sense of longing for something unknown—are often more effective starting points for modern apologetics. Dr. McGrath combines the clarity of a brilliant scientific mind with a deep commitment to Christ and to reaching non-Christians. Intellectuals Don't Need God is for apologists and seekers alike—for both those defending and questioning the validity and value of Christianity.
Download or read book The Oxford Handbook of Evangelical Theology written by Gerald R. McDermott and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2013-12 with total page 543 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume surveys the state of the discipline on topics of greatest importance to evangelical theology. The authors critically assess the state of the question, from both classical and evangelical traditions, and propose a future direction for evangelical thinking on the subject.--[Résumé de l'éditeur].
Download or read book The Merging of Theology and Spirituality written by Larry S. McDonald and published by University Press of America. This book was released on 2006-07-29 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While acknowledging the inherent tension between evangelicals who emphasize theological propositions and those who emphasize personal experience, Alister McGrath believes that spirituality represents the interface between ideas and life, between Christian theology and human existence. The book explores the centrality of McGrath's theology in the development of his views on spirituality. McGrath does not approach spirituality from a theological void, but instead uses his theological perspective as the foundation. Through detailed examination of McGrath's previous work and the writing of other evangelicals, The Merging of Theology and Spirituality offers an overview of a unique thinker's contributions and a guide for future theological and spiritual exploration.
Download or read book Good News for Women written by Rebecca Groothuis and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 1996-12-01 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Most evangelical discussion of the gender issue has been spent in feverish debate over the exegetical intricacies of the traditional prooftexts," writes Rebecca Merrill Groothuis. And though faithful exegesis is certainly crucial, a "myopic fixation on a handful of controversial biblical texts will not ultimately resolve the gender debate." In Good News for Women, Groothuis looks at the Big Picture, the overall outline of biblical teaching on relationships between men and women. This provides the foundation for examining the passages specifically relating to gender issues. Written with the razor-sharp insight that prompted critical acclaim for Groothuis' first book, Good News for Women shows that: • the broad sweep of biblical thought aligns more readily with gender equality than gender hierarchy • traditionalist prooftexts do not present an open and shut case in favor of universal male authority • the traditionalist agenda on gender issues is neither helpful nor healthy for Christian women today
Download or read book Is Your Church Ready written by Ravi Zacharias and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2003 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A ministry resource for motivating all Christians to become thoughtful apologists of their faith Although apologetics is as crucial today as it has ever been, the classical model for defending the faith often seems irrelevant to the 21st century where people listen with their eyes and think with their emotions. Is Your Church Ready? Presents a team of highly qualified Christian thinkers--including Ravi Zacharias, John Guest, Jay Budziszewski, Judy Salisbury, Dean Halverson, and Peter Grant--who build a case for the place of apologetics in the local church, home, and school. Using personal examples and illustrations they address: - How to answer objections to Christianity - How to equip children in the home and prepare youth to remain committed to Christ after they leave for college - How to reach international students and the foreign-born Included are discussion questions and a "Church Leaders Resource Guide" to the best books, articles, organizations, and websites on the subject.
Download or read book Without a Doubt written by Kenneth Richard Samples and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2004-07 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Without a Doubt provides answers to tough questions about Christianity that assure the heart and satisfy the mind of Christian, seeker, and skeptic alike.
Download or read book Your Daily Journey with God written by David Jeremiah and published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2016-10 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No matter how much time you spend in Scripture, there is always something new to learn, be it a fresh take on a favorite verse or a new piece of wisdom you've simply never noticed before. That's the beauty of God's Word. In Your Daily Journey with God, New York Times bestselling author Dr. David Jeremiah distills the wisdom of the Bible into 365 beautifully crafted devotional readings that will help ground and guide you every day of the coming year. Featuring specially selected Bible verses and quotations from such respected Christian thinkers and writers as C. S. Lewis, Charles H. Spurgeon, A. W. Tozer, J. I. Packer, D. L. Moody, and countless others, this stunning, pocket-sized devotional is sure to enhance and enrich your daily walk with God.
Download or read book The Apologetics Study Bible written by Ted Cabal and published by B&H Publishing Group. This book was released on 2007-10-01 with total page 4285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Apologetics Study Bible will help today's Christian better understand, defend and proclaim their beliefs in this age of increasing moral and spiritual relativism. More than one-hundred key questions and articles placed throughout the volume about faith and science prompt a rewarding study experience at every reading. Highlights of this new thinking person’s edition of God’s Word include the full text of the popular Holman CSB® translation, an introduction to each Bible book focusing on its inherent elements of apologetics, and profiles of historic Christian apologists from Justin Martyr to C.S. Lewis. Also featured are valuable contributions from a who’s-who of modern apologists such as Chuck Colson, Norm Geisler, Hank Hanegraaff, Josh McDowell, Albert Mohler, Ravi Zacharias, and many more. Features: • The best apologetics thinkers of our day in one resource • The study Bible for customers asking the really hard questions about their faith • No other study Bible has the depth of resources that address the hard questions of faith and life • Serious help for Christians of all types • Tears down the obstacles to belief • Shows why the Bible is trustworthy • Allows Christians to dig into false teachings to see why they’re false • Will strengthen the church and give confidence to those who share their faith • Will better equip church leaders THE BEST APOLOGETICS THINKERS OF OUR DAY IN ONE RESOURCE (100+ CHRISTIAN APOLOGISTS): - Ted Cabal - Lee Strobel - Chuck Colson - Paul Copan - Norm Geisler - Hank Hanegraaff - Josh McDowell - Albert Mohler - J.P. Moreland - Ravi Zacharias - and many more Features MORE THAN 100 FEATURED ARTICLES IN CATEGORIES SUCH AS • Ethics • Interpreting the Bible in Light of Science • The Impact of Archaeology and History on Our Understanding the Bible • The Bible in Light of Theology • Christian Faith and Non-Christian Belief Systems • Christian Faith and Philosophy • Featured study notes that explain alleged “problem” passages in the Bible • 50 sidebars (Twisted Scripture) focusing on Bible passages misused by cults • Index of special articles for quick and easy access • Book introductions with special emphasis on anything of an apologetics nature • Profiles of key Christian apologists - Anselm - Athanasius - Augustine - Joseph Butler - C.S. Lewis - Irenaeus - Justin Martyr - Origen - William Paley - Blaise Pascal • End of verse Scripture references • Presentation page • Plan of Salvation • Two-column Bible text setting • Topical subheads • Translation footnotes • Holman CSB® bullet notes • Introduction to the Holman CSB®
Download or read book St Paul the Natural Law and Contemporary Legal Theory written by Jane Adolphe and published by Lexington Books. This book was released on 2012 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The editors of this unique collection of essays exploring the relationship of St. Paul and the natural law bring together contributions by scripture scholars, theologians, philosophers, and international lawyers. Inspired by the special Jubilee Year from June 2008 to June 2009 - proclaimed by Pope Benedict XVI to celebrate the 2,000-year anniversary of the birth of St. Paul - the chapters in this book are the fruit of the contributors' collaboration during the celebration of the Year of St. Paul. They share a common appreciation of the natural law as a basis for civil law and contemporary legal theory, and each chapter examines the foundations of the natural law - particularly in the writings of St. Paul - giving special recognition to the Catholic contributions to natural law and contemporary legal theory.
Download or read book Good Spirits Bad Spirits written by Sue Lim and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2002 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Good Spirits, Bad Spirits—How to Distinguish Between Them is an explanation of the invisible world of occult spirits, variously known in the New Age as “channeled Spirits,” spirits from God, God himself, spirits of sorcery or magic, and prophetic spirits. Good Spirits gives the reader a broad overview of occult spirit Intentionality embodied in hidden goals and multi-generational plans. Given the benefit of an eternity in which to achieve their goals, occult spirits have honed the tricks of their supernatural trade to a fine art, the art of persuading humans. This skill is evident in channeled books such as Conversations with God and Messages from the Masters. Through channeling and other means of contact such as the “harmless” ouija board, occult spirits can wage spiritual and sometimes physical destruction in the lives of ordinary individuals. The purpose of the spirits are most easily achieved through their creation of the famous personality, whom they shepherd from childhood. By lending their human agents the use of apparent occult powers, such as contacting of “the dead” and foreseeing the future, the spirits are able to spread their influence over the many, while concealing their own malicious motives.
Download or read book Deepest Differences written by James W. Sire and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2009-09-20 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you're looking for clear-cut answers to difficult questions about God--or for your guy to score a quick knock-out of a toughened sparring partner--then this book is not for you. But if you're open to an authentic, no-holds barred, respectful dialogue about one of life's most important issues, then take up and read. There are no straw men here. Sparked by a chance meeting between two book-club acquaintances and their discussion of Kurt Vonnegut's obituary, this dialogue between long-time Christian Jim Sire and forthright atheist Carl Peraino developed through extended email exchanges exploring minds and brains, science and morality, faith and reason, God and violence, doubt and rhetoric. You'll find much to ponder, weigh and explore in this lively, down-to-earth book. A study guide is included if you wish to delve deeper into any of the issues raised.
Download or read book FaithQuestions What About Religion and Science written by Paul E. Stroble and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2010-09-01 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book invites us to consider ways to remain confident in our faith as we understand and appreciate the discoveries and advances of science. How can Christians integrate, believe, or accept all the teachings of science, the Bible, and Christian tradition? How can we believe in both the discoveries of science and the Bible? Are science and religion compatible or incompatible? Does the Christian understanding that God created the universe exclude the findings and discoveries of science? What is the role of faith in the world of education? What can we believe about intelligent design? If we believe in evolution, can we believe in God? Does the Big Bang theory exclude God? If we are Christians, can we support stem-cell research and cloning? Can science help us understand the afterlife? Does science negate or support prayer? What is the difference between faith and reason? Do they exclude or complement one another? As Paul Stroble addresses these questions and others, he helps us examine different possible ways that religion and science relate to each other and ways that science and religion provide meaning and value in our lives. PAUL STROBLE is an elder of the Illinois Great Rivers Conference of The United Methodist Church. He has served both as parish pastor and college instructor and currently teaches at the University of Akron, where he earned an Excellence in Teaching award. He is a long-time writer-researcher for the United Methodist curriculum FaithLink and author of numerous articles and curricular materials. Among his eleven books are Paul and the Galatians and What Do Other Faiths Believe? He is married to Dr. Beth Stroble, and they have a daughter, Emily. The FaithQuestions study series is designed to meet the needs of people who have questions about the Christian faith and who desire a deeper engagement with scripture and with discipleship as they explore studies of issues in theology, ethics, missions, Bible interpretation, and church history. It seeks to equip a new generation of church leaders to appreciate the eternal message of the gospel and to develop the skills to articulate its relevance in our contemporary context. The series would be a good choice for users who have completed Disciple. this will be the ninth study in the series, following What About the Rapture - What Do Other Faiths Believe - What Happens When We Die - What About Divine Healing - What About the Trinity - What About Forgiveness - What About the Devil - What About Reading the Bible
Download or read book A Letter from Christ written by Kerry D. McRoberts and published by University Press of America. This book was released on 2012-02-15 with total page 141 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our nation is politically, ideologically, and socially polarized to the point of breaking; confusion dominates every layer of our culture. The church in America is “a letter from Christ” (2 Cor. 3:3), written to our politically cynical, socially insecure, and spiritually skeptical culture. Before the Gospel may become clear in our “post-everything” culture, we must make truth real in our hearts. The purpose of this book is to (1) redefine dualistic frames in the minds of contemporary Christians that separate the “saved” from the advent of God’s healing reign on Earth; (2) relate Christian compassion to a post-secular America; and (3) propose a redefinition of the Christian controlling narrative. Such a revised narrative will light the way for our “restless hearts” so that we, as a nation, may return from exile to restoration and rejoice in the sovereign reign of God in Christ.
Download or read book Who Is My Enemy written by Rich Nathan and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2002 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An invitation to look at people outside of the church, not with condemnation or negative stereotypes, but with compassion to understand that feminists, postmodernists, homosexuals, liberals, and new agers are not enemies to avoid.
Download or read book The Trinity and the Vindication of Christian Paradox written by BA Bosserman and published by James Clarke & Company. This book was released on 2015-02-26 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'The Trinity and the Vindication of Christian Paradox' grapples with the question of how one may hold together the ideals of systematic theology, apologetic proof, and theological paradox by building on the insights of Cornelius Van Til. Van Til developed an apologetic where one presupposes that the Triune God exists, and then proves this Christian presupposition by demonstrating that philosophies that deny it are self-defeating in the specific sense that they rely on principles that only the Trinity, asthe ultimate harmony of unity and diversity, can furnish. A question raised by Van Til's trademark procedure is how he can evade the charge that the apparent contradictions of the christian faith render it equally self-defeating as non-Christian alternatives. This text argues that for Van Til, Christian paradoxes can be differentiated from genuine contradictions by the way that their apparently opposing elements discernibly require one another, even as they present our minds with an irresolvable conflict. And yet, Van Til failed to sufficiently vindicate the central Christian paradox-the doctrine of the Trinity-along the lines required by his system. Hence, the present text offers a unique proof that God can only exist as the pinnacle of unity-in-diversity, and as the ground of a coherent Christian system, if He exists as three, and only three, divine persons.
Download or read book The Xing written by Gary James and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2018-03-30 with total page 628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Existence of God can be a challenging topic when brought up between theists and non-theists. Even so, there is much productive discussion to be had on the subject when people of differing perspectives meet. The Xing (The Crossing) paints a portrait of six different encounters between persons of different professional backgrounds. In these chance meetings, the professionals will present their varying points of view. It seeks to highlight what most will think about, but few are willing to talk about: the question of Gods existence. This exploration occurs through a variety of scenarios. A professor, through unforeseen circumstances, meets a mechanic. A lawyer speaks to his client, who is a truck driver. A neurosurgeon talks with his IT, and so on. Throughout their exchanges, a wide range of topics will be brought up. The inspiration for this novel comes from the Book of Job, in which Job debates with his friends over Gods involvement in times of suffering, or lack thereof. This novel depicts a series of civil and friendly discussions between persons who do not agree, which is really intended to inspire readers.
Download or read book Conformed to His Image Revised Edition written by Kenneth D. Boa and published by Zondervan Academic. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 604 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What does a real relationship with God look like? What is the biblical vision of true spiritual life? How do we grow in spiritual maturity? How we answer these questions influences the health, potency, and witness of Christians in an increasingly complex and hostile world. Conformed to His Image, Revised Edition answers these questions with clarity and insight, offering a comprehensive, balanced, and applicable guide to spiritual growth. Designed for use in college and seminary courses but also highly appropriate for any serious Christian wanting to grow, this revised edition helps readers build their lives on a fully biblical foundation. It offers a corrective to our tendency to narrow and compartmentalize spiritual growth by exploring twelve facets of authentic Christian spirituality, which include: Relational Spirituality: Loving God Completely, Ourselves Correctly, and Others Compassionately Paradigm Spirituality: Cultivating an Eternal versus a Temporal Perspective Disciplined Spirituality: Engaging in the Historical Disciplines Exchanged Life Spirituality: Grasping Our True Identity in Christ Motivated Spirituality: A Set of Biblical Incentives Devotional Spirituality: Growing in Relationship with God Holistic Spirituality: Every Component of Life under the Lordship of Christ Process Spirituality: Process versus Product, Being versus Doing Spirit-Filled Spirituality: Walking in the Power of the Spirit Warfare Spirituality: The World, the Flesh, and the Devil Nurturing Spirituality: A Lifestyle of Evangelism and Discipleship Corporate Spirituality: Encouragement, Accountability, and Worship With chapter overviews and objectives, questions for personal application, a glossary, a list of key terms, and helpful appendices, Conformed to His Image, Revised Edition provides a defining text for the student, pastor, and church leader of today and tomorrow. This revised edition includes new recommended resources throughout, more recent examples of subjects discussed, and updated wording to better reflect our postmodern context.
