Download or read book The Enduring Impact of the Gospel of John written by Robert A. Derrenbacker and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2022-09-27 with total page 319 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John’s Gospel possesses a generous range of meanings and has had an enduring impact across the generations. This book explores that impact from a range of disciplines: from the exegetical and theological to the historical, spiritual, liturgical, musical, pastoral, political, and postcolonial. It encompasses contributions from a number of scholars and writers associated with Trinity College, University of Divinity, Melbourne, who all share a common love for this Gospel and a conviction of its continuing relevance. Australian biblical scholar Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB says in his foreword that various “receptions” of the Fourth Gospel are illuminatingly explored in this book, which demonstrates how the Gospel of John has played a critical role in shaping the theology and culture of the Christian tradition.
Download or read book The Enduring Authority of the Christian Scriptures written by D. A. Carson and published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing. This book was released on 2016 with total page 1256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this volume, thirty-seven first-rate evangelical scholars present a thorough study of biblical authority and a full range of issues connected to it. Recognizing that Scripture and its authority are now being both challenged and defended with renewed vigor, editor D.A. Carson assigned the topics that these select scholars address in the book. After an introduction by Carson to the many facets of the current discussion, the contributors present robust essays on relevant historical, biblical, theological, philosophical, epistemological, and comparative-religions topics. To conclude, Carson answers a number of frequently asked questions about the nature of Scripture, cross-referencing these FAQs to the preceding chapters. This comprehensive volume by a team of recognized experts will be the go-to reference on the nature and authority of the Bible for years to come. -- Amazon.
Download or read book Bible Study Guide John Volume II written by Andrew J. Lamont-Turner and published by Andrew J. Lamont-Turner. This book was released on with total page 498 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the second volume of the Verse-By-Verse Study of the Gospel of John. Deep within the pages of "Bible Study Guide: John Volume II," an extraordinary journey awaits. It's a journey that invites you to embark on a profound exploration of the Gospel of John, chapters 11 to 21, and to foster an unparalleled relationship with Christ as the Son of God. This guide is not just a book; it's a key to unlock the treasures hidden within Scripture. As you delve into its chapters, you'll walk in the footsteps of those who witnessed Jesus' divine presence, and you'll be captivated by His powerful "I Am" statements that unveil His true nature. Miraculous signs and teachings will unveil His sovereignty and boundless love for all of humanity. But this guide is more than just a study; it's a bridge to deeper, more meaningful encounters with Christ. Through diligent reflection, prayer, and contemplation, you'll deepen your connection with the Savior. Each verse is a stepping stone towards a relationship that transcends words, drawing you closer to the divine. "Bible Study Guide: John Volume II" is your trusted companion, leading you through the profound teachings, miracles, and truths contained in the Gospel of John. It's an opportunity for you to strengthen your faith, enhance your understanding of Christ, and embark on a journey toward a deeper relationship with Him. Prepare to embark on a life-altering expedition—a journey that will unearth the depths of your relationship with our Savior. "Bible Study Guide: John Volume I" is not just a book; it's an extraordinary encounter with Christ Himself.
Download or read book Follow Me written by Mark Zhakevich and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-12-14 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Gospel of John heralds a unique call to discipleship. Unlike any other Gospel, the Fourth Gospel offers a multitude of benefits for following Jesus. John promises that discipleship is rewarded with adoption by the Father, royal friendship with the Son, and abiding with the Father and the Son through the Spirit. Nearly two dozen additional benefits fall under these three main categories as John persuades his readers to continuous belief in Jesus. Follow Me: The Benefits of Discipleship in the Gospel of John traces these rewards as incentives for disciples to remain loyal to Jesus in the context of hostility and opposition, in all times and all places, no matter the cost.
Download or read book Many Believed Because of Her Testimony written by Robert A. Derrenbacker and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2023-08-22 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Reverend Professor Dorothy A. Lee FAHA is well-known as a New Testament scholar not only in Australia but around the world. An Anglican priest, her ministry, particularly as a preacher and retreat director, is highly regarded and highly sought after, not only in her home city of Melbourne, but in many parts of the country. This Festschrift volume honors her contributions and ministry on the occasion of her seventieth birthday. An interdisciplinary collection of twenty-one essays, it offers two biographical contributions, several essays on New Testament themes, essays on women, feminism, and the church, and cross-disciplinary essays focused on the biblical text. Contributors to the volume come from Australian theological education centers and Australian churches.
Download or read book To Cast the First Stone written by Jennifer Knust and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2020-01-14 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of the woman taken in adultery features a dramatic confrontation between Jesus and the Pharisees over whether the adulteress should be stoned as the law commands. In response, Jesus famously states, “Let him who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” To Cast the First Stone traces the history of this provocative story from its first appearance to its enduring presence today. Likely added to the Gospel of John in the third century, the passage is often held up by modern critics as an example of textual corruption by early Christian scribes and editors, yet a judgment of corruption obscures the warm embrace the story actually received. Jennifer Knust and Tommy Wasserman trace the story’s incorporation into Gospel books, liturgical practices, storytelling, and art, overturning the mistaken perception that it was either peripheral or suppressed, even in the Greek East. The authors also explore the story’s many different meanings. Taken as an illustration of the expansiveness of Christ’s mercy, the purported superiority of Christians over Jews, the necessity of penance, and more, this vivid episode has invited any number of creative receptions. This history reveals as much about the changing priorities of audiences, scribes, editors, and scholars as it does about an “original” text of John. To Cast the First Stone calls attention to significant shifts in Christian book cultures and the enduring impact of oral tradition on the preservation—and destabilization—of scripture.
Download or read book Mary s Salvation written by Steve Taylor and published by STCNC. This book was released on 2023-12-05 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the Chronicles of Mary Magdalene as you've never seen them before. In "Mary's Salvation," the first installment of an epic saga, Mary Magdalene reveals secret scrolls that become the cornerstone of the first Christian assemblies. This hidden knowledge turns more than just water into wine; it transforms human consciousness. Can you imagine a world prior to the teachings of Jesus and Mary? This book promises a unique window into that divine transformation. Ever wondered what was so captivating about the teachings of Jesus and Mary Magdalene that they sparked a spiritual revolution? "Mary's Salvation" offers more than just stories; it provides an intimate look at divine strategies, existential battles, and a celestial plan that was millennia in the making. This isn't your average Sunday school story; this is a gripping tale filled with suspense, divine interventions, and earth-shattering revelations. Jesus' crucifixion didn't just end in death; it ushered in a new era for mankind. The real story, however, is in the scrolls penned by Mary Magdalene, explaining how His sacrifice altered our very understanding of spirituality, morality, and human potential. This perspective-shattering revelation can only be found in "Mary's Salvation" a book that promises to shake the very foundations of your belief system. ""Mary's Salvation" is a profound journey into the Chronicles of Mary Magdalene, revealing secret scrolls that became foundational to early Christian assemblies. This narrative offers an unparalleled glimpse into the transformative teachings of Jesus and Mary, showcasing how they sparked a spiritual revolution and reshaped human consciousness. Delve into a world of divine strategies, existential battles, and a celestial plan millennia in the making. This book transcends conventional narratives, offering a gripping tale filled with suspense, divine interventions, and earth-shattering revelations that challenge the very foundations of belief systems.Mary's Salvation" is a profound journey into the Chronicles of Mary Magdalene, revealing secret scrolls that became foundational to early Christian assemblies. This narrative offers an unparalleled glimpse into the transformative teachings of Jesus and Mary, showcasing how they sparked a spiritual revolution and reshaped human consciousness. Delve into a world of divine strategies, existential battles, and a celestial plan millennia in the making. This book transcends conventional narratives, offering a gripping tale filled with suspense, divine interventions, and earth-shattering revelations that challenge the very foundations of belief systems.Are you ready to challenge what you thought you knew?
Download or read book The Past from God s Perspective written by Scott Gambrill Sinclair and published by Bibal Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Attempts to demonstrate that a critical scholar can affirm that the books of the New Testament are true and relevant. This book offers a commentary on John's Gospel.
Download or read book The Glory of Christ in the New Testament written by L. D. Hurst and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2006-11-01 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: George Caird died prematurely at the age of 66 in 1984, but left behind him a respected body of work and the affection of his students. This volume, edited by two of these students, offers an impressive collection of essays by the following scholars: James Barr, W.D. Davies, Walter Houston, John Muddiman, Morna Hooker, Allison Trites, Martin Hengel, Francis Watson, George Johnston, N.T. Wright, L.D. Hurst, Stanley Frost, Donald Evans, Robert Morgan, Marcus Borg, C.F.D. Moule, Colin Gunton, Anthony Harvey, J.D.G. Dunn, C.E.B. Cranþeld, and Maurice Wiles
Download or read book Jesus and John Wayne How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nation written by Kristin Kobes Du Mez and published by Liveright Publishing. This book was released on 2020-06-23 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The “paradigm-influencing” book (Christianity Today) that is fundamentally transforming our understanding of white evangelicalism in America. Jesus and John Wayne is a sweeping, revisionist history of the last seventy-five years of white evangelicalism, revealing how evangelicals have worked to replace the Jesus of the Gospels with an idol of rugged masculinity and Christian nationalism—or in the words of one modern chaplain, with “a spiritual badass.” As acclaimed scholar Kristin Du Mez explains, the key to understanding this transformation is to recognize the centrality of popular culture in contemporary American evangelicalism. Many of today’s evangelicals might not be theologically astute, but they know their VeggieTales, they’ve read John Eldredge’s Wild at Heart, and they learned about purity before they learned about sex—and they have a silver ring to prove it. Evangelical books, films, music, clothing, and merchandise shape the beliefs of millions. And evangelical culture is teeming with muscular heroes—mythical warriors and rugged soldiers, men like Oliver North, Ronald Reagan, Mel Gibson, and the Duck Dynasty clan, who assert white masculine power in defense of “Christian America.” Chief among these evangelical legends is John Wayne, an icon of a lost time when men were uncowed by political correctness, unafraid to tell it like it was, and did what needed to be done. Challenging the commonly held assumption that the “moral majority” backed Donald Trump in 2016 and 2020 for purely pragmatic reasons, Du Mez reveals that Trump in fact represented the fulfillment, rather than the betrayal, of white evangelicals’ most deeply held values: patriarchy, authoritarian rule, aggressive foreign policy, fear of Islam, ambivalence toward #MeToo, and opposition to Black Lives Matter and the LGBTQ community. A much-needed reexamination of perhaps the most influential subculture in this country, Jesus and John Wayne shows that, far from adhering to biblical principles, modern white evangelicals have remade their faith, with enduring consequences for all Americans.
Download or read book Lasting Impact written by Carey Nieuwhof and published by . This book was released on 2015-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You've probably noticed ... Churches aren't growing. Young adults are walking away. Volunteers are hard to recruit. Leaders are burning out. And the culture is changing faster than ever before. There's no doubt the church is in a moment in history for which few church leaders are prepared. You can look for answers, but the right response depends on having the right conversation. In Lasting Impact, Carey Nieuwhof leads you and your team through seven conversations that will help your church grow and have a lasting impact. What if ...- Having the right conversations could change your trajectory?- There was more hope than you realized?- The potential to grow was greater than the potential to decline?- Your community was waiting for a church to offer the hope they're looking for?- Your best days as a church were ahead of you? Maybe the future belongs to the churches that are willing to have the most honest conversations at a critical time. That's what Lasting Impact is designed to facilitate.
Download or read book Bread From Heaven written by Peder Borgen and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2017-04-01 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If John 6 can be considered "the Grand Central Station of Johannine Critical issues," Peder Borgen's 1965 monograph, Bread from Heaven, proved to be one of the most incisive and important monographs on that difficult chapter. With extensive implications for addressing a host of other New Testament issues--including the unity and disunity of John's narrative, relations between Johannine and Synoptic traditions, and the socio-religious context of the Fourth Gospel--Borgen's work argues hard for a unitive view of the Johannine text. Rather than seeing John's story of Jesus as an amalgam of disparate sources, or as dependent on the Synoptics, Borgen explores a number of commonalities between contemporary Jewish writings, including the writings of Philo and haggadic midrashim. In so doing, new glimpses are also availed onto the dialectical Johannine situation, including an antidocetic thrust as well as Johannine-synagogue engagements. The enduring impact of Borgen's work shows the Fourth Gospel to represent a self-standing tradition, characterized by Jewish engagements of biblical texts, contributing to homiletic expansions upon memories of the ministry of Jesus for later generations. --From the Foreword by Paul N. Anderson
Download or read book Find the Right Names for Your Baby written by Felix Duyilemi and published by XinXii. This book was released on 2024-07-29 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE POWER OF A NAME! Choosing a name for your baby is one of the most significant decisions you'll make as a parent. It's a choice that will shape their identity and resonate throughout their lives. In the Christian tradition, names often carry deep spiritual and cultural significance, reflecting values, virtues, and stories from the Bible and Christian history. "Find the Right Names for Your Baby" is a guide crafted with care to help you navigate this meaningful journey. Importance of Selecting a Name with Meaning and Significance In a world where names are sometimes chosen for their popularity or sound, the importance of selecting a name with profound meaning and significance cannot be overstated. A name rooted in Christian tradition can serve as a constant reminder of faith and values, instilling a sense of identity and purpose from the very beginning of a child's life. Overview of the Book's Structure and Purpose This book is designed to provide you with a curated collection of 200 Christian names, each accompanied by its meaning and historical context. Whether you are seeking a name that reflects biblical virtues like Faith or Grace, or one that honors a saint or biblical figure, you will find inspiration and guidance here. Each name is carefully chosen to offer not only a beautiful sound but also a rich spiritual heritage. Buy this book now and give your child THE RIGHT NAME!
Download or read book The Bible written by John Stott and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2019-08-27 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How can Christians effectively engage today's world while staying true to Scripture? Calling us to listen well to both the Word and the world, John Stott shows how Christianity can preserve its authentic identity and remain relevant to current realities. With pastoral wisdom and clear biblical exposition, Stott helps readers understand the central role of the Word of God in the church and the individual lives of all followers of Jesus.
Download or read book Love of Friendship in the Christian Life written by Jonathan Sammut and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2019-12-27 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Theological reflection on friendship, as a particular form of Christian love, emerges in Holy Scripture and continues to be elaborated in the Christian tradition. However, “love of friendship” was at times absorbed into the other traditional understanding of love—“love of God and of neighbor.” After a philosophical-historical study of the Greco-Roman roots of friendship in moral reflection, and how (and to what extent) this was appropriated in the Christian tradition, this book illustrates the transcendental character and the novelty of the Christian understanding of friendship found in Holy Scripture, focusing particularly on the most relevant texts in the Fourth Gospel where “love” and “friendship” stand to be important themes. It also shows how Saint Thomas Aquinas, through his exegesis of the Fourth Gospel, his synthesis of the Christian tradition, and his ability to rearticulate Christian theology through Aristotelian philosophy, inimitably defines the theological virtue of caritas as “friendship with God.” In so doing he depicts friendship as the finality, the telos, of the Christian life. Finally, the book aims to show how the retrieval of a proper theology of friendship, rooted in Holy Scripture and Christian tradition, can enrich the life of an authentic Christian and contribute to the ongoing process of renewing moral theology.
Download or read book The Joy of the Gospel written by Pope Francis and published by Image. This book was released on 2014-10-07 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The perfect gift! A specially priced, beautifully designed hardcover edition of The Joy of the Gospel with a foreword by Robert Barron and an afterword by James Martin, SJ. “The joy of the gospel fills the hearts and lives of all who encounter Jesus… In this Exhortation I wish to encourage the Christian faithful to embark upon a new chapter of evangelization marked by this joy, while pointing out new paths for the Church’s journey in years to come.” – Pope Francis This special edition of Pope Francis's popular message of hope explores themes that are important for believers in the 21st century. Examining the many obstacles to faith and what can be done to overcome those hurdles, he emphasizes the importance of service to God and all his creation. Advocating for “the homeless, the addicted, refugees, indigenous peoples, the elderly who are increasingly isolated and abandoned,” the Holy Father shows us how to respond to poverty and current economic challenges that affect us locally and globally. Ultimately, Pope Francis demonstrates how to develop a more personal relationship with Jesus Christ, “to recognize the traces of God’s Spirit in events great and small.” Profound in its insight, yet warm and accessible in its tone, The Joy of the Gospel is a call to action to live a life motivated by divine love and, in turn, to experience heaven on earth. Includes a foreword by Robert Barron, author of Catholicism: A Journey to the Heart of the Faith and James Martin, SJ, author of Jesus: A Pilgrimage
Download or read book 1 2 3 John written by Dr. Daniel L. Akin and published by B&H Publishing Group. This book was released on 2001-04-01 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE NEW AMERICAN COMMENTARY is for the minister or Bible student who wants to understand and expound the Scriptures. Notable features include:* commentary based on THE NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION;* the NIV text printed in the body of the commentary;* sound scholarly methodology that reflects capable research in the original languages;* interpretation that emphasizes the theological unity of each book and of Scripture as a whole;* readable and applicable exposition.
