Download or read book Signs and Wonders written by Amy-Jill Levine and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2022-08-16 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the miracles of Jesus in Signs and Wonders with Amy-Jill Levine, Professor of New Testament studies and Bible study author. In Signs and Wonders: A Beginner’s Guide to the Miracles of Jesus, Amy-Jill Levine explores selected miracles of Jesus in historical and theological context. For each miracle, she discusses not only how past witnesses would have understood the events, but also how today’s readers can draw meaning from Jesus’s words and actions. Chapter topics include: Giving sight to the blind: Metaphors of understanding (Mark 8, John 9) “Take up your pallet and walk” (the paralyzed man): On the role of caregivers A bleeding woman and a dead girl: The importance of women’s bodies Walking on water and stilling the storm: Ecological readings of the Gospels The feeding of the 5,000 (or more): The centrality of bread The raising of Lazarus: Taking death seriously Components for the six-week study include a book, comprehensive Leader Guide, and DVD/Video sessions featuring Amy-Jill Levine. Praise for Signs and Wonders Amy-Jill Levine has the rare and wonderful gift of being able to offer solid exegetical work to readers with or without formal theological training as if she is sitting in your living room sharing a cup of tea. Throughout this book she calls us to the interpretive work, reminding us that the big question is not "did this happen?" but "what does it mean?" and ultimately "so what?" How can these old miracle stories speak good news to our lives in this time and place and invite our own healing and transformation along the way? – Rev. Dr. Richard Simpson, Canon to the Ordinary (Assistant to the Bishop), Episcopal Diocese of Western Massachusetts Amy-Jill Levine is herself a sign and wonder, a sign that reading the New Testament through Jewish eyes is not just essential but revelatory, and a wonder, as she always writes with verve, wisdom, humor and rich insight. Her latest is hardly an exception, an accessible, fascinating book we welcome eagerly. – James Howell, Senior Pastor, Myers Park United Methodist Church, Charlotte, North Carolina With brilliant insight and trademark wit, Dr. Amy-Jill Levine reveals wondrous details of the most prominent miracles in the gospels. We become more than readers of these stories; we discover how to be recipients and participants in the ongoing, miraculous work of God. – Magrey R. deVega, Senior Pastor of Hyde Park United Methodist Church in Tampa, Florida, and author of The Bible Year: A Journey through Scripture in 365 Days What a rich and accessible resource for anyone who wants to grow their understanding of the Gospels and the claims they make about Jesus! AJ Levine teaches us how to learn from the miracle stories, marvel at them, worry about them, and respond to them in our own lives. – Matthew L. Skinner, Professor of New Testament, Luther Seminary Making space for the believer and skeptic alike, Levine masterfully connects the miracles of the God of Israel with the miracles of Jesus. From friends who clear the way, to a father who pleads for his daughter, to sisters who stand resolute, Levine invites the reader to cherish the helpers and the healed as much as we cherish the healer. Levine's willingness to authentically share portions of her own story reminds the reader of the ways the miraculous breaks into our own lives. –Rev. Dawn Taylor-Storm, Director of Connectional Ministry, Eastern Pennsylvania Conference, The United Methodist Church Amy-Jill Levine engages the miracles of Jesus with scholarly acumen and signature wit. Christians who have been confused by these stories will find new clarity in her comprehensive context, including corrective understandings of Judaism. Those who have been intimidated by these texts will be encouraged by her candor. Those who have been inspired by Jesus’ miracles will find even deeper dimensions of meaning in the practical, pastoral, theological, and literary levels she opens and the provocative issues raised, from food insecurity to gender assumptions. Levine presses the essential “so what?” question and challenges us to be changed by these stories – and to be amazed. – The Rev. Deborah A. Block, D.Min. Pastor, Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Milwaukee

Download or read book Signs and Wonders Leader Guide written by Amy-Jill Levine and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2022-08-16 with total page 57 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the miracles of Jesus in Signs and Wonders with Amy-Jill Levine, Professor of New Testament studies and Bible study author. In Signs and Wonders: A Beginner’s Guide to the Miracles of Jesus, Amy-Jill Levine explores selected miracles of Jesus in historical and theological context. For each miracle, she discusses not only how past witnesses would have understood the events, but also how today’s readers can draw meaning from Jesus’s words and actions. Chapter topics include: Giving sight to the blind: Metaphors of understanding (Mark 8, John 9) “Take up your pallet and walk” (the paralyzed man): On the role of caregivers A bleeding woman and a dead girl: The importance of women’s bodies Walking on water and stilling the storm: Ecological readings of the Gospels The feeding of the 5,000 (or more): The centrality of bread The raising of Lazarus: Taking death seriously The Leader Guide contains everything needed to guide a group through the six-week study including session plans, activities, and discussion questions, as well as multiple format options. Praise for Signs and Wonders Amy-Jill Levine has the rare and wonderful gift of being able to offer solid exegetical work to readers with or without formal theological training as if she is sitting in your living room sharing a cup of tea. Throughout this book she calls us to the interpretive work, reminding us that the big question is not "did this happen?" but "what does it mean?" and ultimately "so what?" How can these old miracle stories speak good news to our lives in this time and place and invite our own healing and transformation along the way? – Rev. Dr. Richard Simpson, Canon to the Ordinary (Assistant to the Bishop), Episcopal Diocese of Western Massachusetts Amy-Jill Levine is herself a sign and wonder, a sign that reading the New Testament through Jewish eyes is not just essential but revelatory, and a wonder, as she always writes with verve, wisdom, humor and rich insight. Her latest is hardly an exception, an accessible, fascinating book we welcome eagerly. – James Howell, Senior Pastor, Myers Park United Methodist Church, Charlotte, North Carolina With brilliant insight and trademark wit, Dr. Amy-Jill Levine reveals wondrous details of the most prominent miracles in the gospels. We become more than readers of these stories; we discover how to be recipients and participants in the ongoing, miraculous work of God. – Magrey R. deVega, Senior Pastor of Hyde Park United Methodist Church in Tampa, Florida, and author of The Bible Year: A Journey through Scripture in 365 Days What a rich and accessible resource for anyone who wants to grow their understanding of the Gospels and the claims they make about Jesus! AJ Levine teaches us how to learn from the miracle stories, marvel at them, worry about them, and respond to them in our own lives. – Matthew L. Skinner, Professor of New Testament, Luther Seminary Making space for the believer and skeptic alike, Levine masterfully connects the miracles of the God of Israel with the miracles of Jesus. From friends who clear the way, to a father who pleads for his daughter, to sisters who stand resolute, Levine invites the reader to cherish the helpers and the healed as much as we cherish the healer. Levine's willingness to authentically share portions of her own story reminds the reader of the ways the miraculous breaks into our own lives. –Rev. Dawn Taylor-Storm, Director of Connectional Ministry, Eastern Pennsylvania Conference, The United Methodist Church Amy-Jill Levine engages the miracles of Jesus with scholarly acumen and signature wit. Christians who have been confused by these stories will find new clarity in her comprehensive context, including corrective understandings of Judaism. Those who have been intimidated by these texts will be encouraged by her candor. Those who have been inspired by Jesus’ miracles will find even deeper dimensions of meaning in the practical, pastoral, theological, and literary levels she opens and the provocative issues raised, from food insecurity to gender assumptions. Levine presses the essential “so what?” question and challenges us to be changed by these stories – and to be amazed. – The Rev. Deborah A. Block, D.Min. Pastor, Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Milwaukee

Download or read book Wonders and signs the Miracles of Jesus written by Pope John Paul II. and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Manifesting God s Love through Signs Wonders and Miracles written by Jerame Nelson and published by Destiny Image Publishers. This book was released on 2010-10-28 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Also, God proved that it was true with miracles, amazing things, and different kinds of powers and spiritual gifts from the Holy Spirit which were distributed the way God wanted (Hebrews 2:4 PEB). From angelic visitations to visions to supernatural healings, author Jerame Nelson shares intimate details about how his life and ministry have been impacted by the supernatural. He hands you the keys God has given him to make the supernatural a reality. You are invited to: Experience more intimacy with God. Walk daily in the supernatural. Learn how to hear God’s voice in dreams, visions, and angelic visitations. Position yourself for supernatural encounters with God. Encounter His love, and share His love with others. You will learn how to see the power of God manifest in your life! This is an exciting and eye-opening look at what is going on in the spiritual realm and how you can tap into the supernatural.

Download or read book EXPECT MIRACLES SIGNS WONDERS written by Esther Simeon and published by . This book was released on 2011-11-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The truth is the Holy Spirit within YOU is ready to heal the sick.. This biblical based book: Expect Miracles Signs & Wonders can bring not only physical healing, but also spiritual health and the abundant life to you, your family, and everyone around you. This book contains anointed tools and insightful teaching that will show you how to walk in Miracles, and how to increase your expectation for Signs & Wonders. While reading this book, you will learn how to walk in Boldness, Miracles, Power, Grace, Prayer & Faith simultaneously. You will be empowered to walk in Miracles. You will also learn many powerful revelations. This book also contains many anointed declarations, statements, and prayers that will take your faith to a higher level. Learn to walk in Miracles Learn to work in the greater works that Jesus spoke about Experience physical healing and miracles God wants you to have life and have it more abundantly, my sincere prayer is that this book will be a blessing to you.

Download or read book Signs Wonders Miracles written by Linda Chance and published by Xulon Press. This book was released on 2007-09 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is blocking your miracle? This book contains practical ideals for removing those things that stand between you and the breakthrough you need. Signs, Wonders and Miracles delves into topics such as breaking generational curses, dismantling fear's grip, and conquering attitudes that prevent miracles. You can turn your barrier into a bridge. God has a miracle for you. About Linda Chance Linda has been teaching and prophesying for thirty years. She and her husband Edward are senior pastors of Soaring Eagle Ministries International in Mesa, Arizona. Linda is co-founder and administrator of "The Apostolic School of Ministry" and co-host of a weekly national radio program called "Miracles Are Happening Now." She and Edward head "Divine Connection," an Apostolic Network of churches in the United States, Trinidad and Africa. Linda is also the founder of "International Prayer Network." Since 2004, she has held "Daughters of Destiny" conferences, a mentoring program for girls and women of all ages. Linda and Edward have been married for 43 years. They have six children and twelve grandchildren. About Karen Kaufman Karen is a freelance writer, conference speaker and teacher. She moves in the prophetic and has served in several prayer ministries. In recent years she has worked as a ghostwriter for numerous well-known authors and formerly as an editor for a large Christian publishing company. Karen Kaufman is co-author of Intercessors, Discover Your Prayer Power with Beth Alves and Tommi Femrite. She has taught for the School of the Oaks and counseled extensively with women in prison. Her heart is to see broken lives restored.

Download or read book TGIF written by Os Hillman and published by Gospel Light Publications. This book was released on 2007-09-04 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1997, Atlanta businessman Os Hillman began writing a daily e-mail devotional featuring 4-minute meditations on faith and work life. For men and women in the workplace, this was just what they needed: practical help in applying their faith to their work life; encouragement to live out their faith; empowerment to be more effective in their jobs; support to become powerful witnesses at work; and examples of others who experienced the presence of God at work. It has since become one of the fastest growing e-mail devotions on line. Now Hillman has written his second book of devotions. TGIF includes 365 all-new daily meditations, plus a bonus topical index to find devotions that relate to specific topics such as motives, handling disappointments, adversity, integrity, finances, decision making and much more. Whether for individual quiet times, Bible study groups or workplace groups, these daily devotions will help men and women fulfill God's call on their lives in the workplace.

Download or read book Signs and Wonders written by Norman L. Geisler and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2004-06-21 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some Christians claim to be able to heal the sick and even raise the dead. Some people applaud this, while others are skeptical. Are these healers using the power of God? Are they faking? Or is their power from Satan? And what about nonbelievers who also claim to perform wonders? Are they tricksters or agents of the occult? Can we believe their claims about past lives, seeing the future, UFO encounters, and spirit channeling? Norman L. Geisler takes a sane and solidly biblical look at miraculous healings and other amazing phenomena today. With penetrating insight, he constructs guidelines for judging whether any so-called miracle is truly from God or from the realm of the demonic. 'Signs and Wonders' also includes material on speaking in tongues and on the use of objects in faith healing. In addition, Geisler looks carefully at the clever trickery that charlatans use to dupe and swindle people. He shows that what often passes as supernatural can be explained as merely unusual. Here is a book for anyone who wonders about the power and the sincerity of those who claim to be wonder-workers.

Download or read book Daniel in the Lions Den written by Ronne Randall and published by Flying Frog Publishing. This book was released on 1996 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Miracles of Jesus written by Vern S. Poythress and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2015-11-17 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christians often view Jesus’s miracles simply as proofs of his divinity. However, as prolific author Vern Poythress shows in this new book, they also serve as “signs of redemption,” foreshadowing the salvation that Christ accomplished through his cross and resurrection. This means that the stories of Jesus’s miracles—like the calming of the storm or the feeding of the 5,000—are relevant for both Christians and non-Christians alike, clearly pointing to the gospel. After setting forth a framework for viewing all of Jesus’s miracles through this lens, Poythress then reflects on the meaning and significance of 26 distinct miracles recorded in the Gospel of Matthew—helping modern readers understand and apply them to their own lives today.

Download or read book Signs Wonders and a Baptist Preacher written by Chad Norris and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2013-03-15 with total page 157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Baptist Preacher Takes the "Weird" Out of the Supernatural Demonstrating humor, candor, and personal vulnerability, this Southern Baptist preacher offers an entertaining, non-religious look at the Holy Spirit. He shares transparently, recounting his own history of depression and panic attacks until Jesus rescued him and showed him how to do the works of the Father. As Norris explains, "I had no paradigm for that." Then he challenges readers to engage with the supernatural. Even though Jesus said we will do even greater things than he did, we don't. Norris's engaging narrative style lowers readers' defenses and opens their minds to the idea that these "greater things" are more attainable than they think. Because we are loved more than we imagine, says Norris, we are more capable of doing the Father's works than we have ever considered.

Download or read book Signs Wonders written by H. Dennis Fisher and published by Our Daily Bread Publishing. This book was released on 2014-06-01 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some people struggle with their belief in miracles—did Jesus really turn water into wine, heal the sick, and raise the dead? Could the miracles written in the Bible be true? Gain a better understanding of the miracles of Jesus, as Dennis Fisher shares biblical insight into their purpose, the controversy surrounding them, and their importance to us today.

Download or read book The Sovereign Spirit written by David Martyn Lloyd-Jones and published by Harold Shaw Pub. This book was released on 1986-06-01 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Freedom From Fear written by Kenneth Copeland and published by Destiny Image Publishers. This book was released on 2012-05-01 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are two spiritual laws at work in the world today: the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus and the law of sin and death. The force of faith comes from life. The force of fear comes from death.In this book, Kenneth Copeland uncovers the operation of these two forces. There is a way to use God-given faith to conquer fear on every...

Download or read book Miracles written by Serendipity House and published by Serendipity House. This book was released on 1998-12 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Case for Miracles written by Lee Strobel and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2018-03-27 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times bestselling author Lee Strobel trains his investigative sights on the hot-button question: is it really credible to believe God intervenes supernaturally in people's lives today? This provocative book starts with an unlikely interview in which America's foremost skeptic builds a seemingly persuasive case against the miraculous. But then Strobel travels the country to quiz scholars to see whether they can offer solid answers to atheist objections. Along the way, he encounters astounding accounts of healings and other phenomena that simply cannot be explained away by naturalistic causes. The book features the results of exclusive new scientific polling that shows miracle accounts are much more common than people think. What's more, Strobel delves into the most controversial question of all: what about miracles that don't happen? If God can intervene in the world, why doesn't he do it more often to relieve suffering? Many American Christians are embarrassed by the supernatural, not wanting to look odd or extreme to their neighbors. Yet, The Case for Miracles shows not only that the miraculous is possible, but that God still does intervene in our world in awe-inspiring ways. Here’s a unique book that examines all sides of this issue and comes away with a passionate defense for God's divine action in lives today. Also available: The Case for Miracles Spanish edition, kids' edition, and student edition.

Download or read book Keys To Unlimited Signs And Wonders written by Amb Promise Ogbonna and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-29 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Signs and wonders are the birthright of every child of God! It is written, We are for signs and wonders!It is the plan of God that every child of God enjoys unlimited signs and wonders as Jesus Christ did.Everything about Jesus Christ was a manifestation of Miracles, Signs and Wonders. His conception was a sign and a wonder.His birth was a sign and a wonder. His life was rooted in signs and wonders. His death was a manifestation of signs and wonders. His resurrection from the dead was miraculous.And His ascension to Heaven were all special miracles. In this life, access through closed doors is made possible by keys. Unlimited signs and wonders are the direct product of keys. Key holders are powerful people. Therefore, you need the keys to signs and wonders to be in command of the world of the miraculous.This Book "Keys to Unlimited Signs and Wonders" presents the Scriptural keys and requirements to the world of the miraculous. You will discover from the first to the last chapter the Keys to Signs and Wonders. Read prayerfully and with open heart. A new era has dawned upon all who will read and believe. Congratulations and welcome on board!Peace and God Bless!