The cultures of the great empires of the ancient Near East from Egypt to Mesopotamia influenced Israel's religion, literature, and laws because of Israel's geographic location and political position s
Author, historian and keen cultural observer Phyllis Tickle invites us to join her in examining the changing face of Christianity and culture. Phyllis surveys 2000 years of Western history, identifyin
Inspired by a fresh translation, the Common English Bible (CEB), IMMERSION stands firmly on Scripture and helps you explore the emotional, spiritual, and intellectual needs of your personal faith. Wh
Children's Sermons: Just in Time! offers preachers and worship leaders a ready resource for children's sermons with stories and object lessons. These children's sermons are geared to spark interest an
Since its publication, Christian Weddings has become the necessary tool for engaged couples and pastors to plan unique and meaningful wedding services. It allows users to select the different elements
A collection of thought-provoking essays and probing meditations explores the importance of escaping the lifestyle and attitudes of a "weighed-down" world, providing valuables tools for doing so. Orig
The state of teaching biblical interpretation in colleges and seminaries is generally a mess, and many conventional approaches can be alarming for religious students. The sources of this difficulty ar
PREACHINGPowell provides a startling study of how differently the pastor and the congregation interpret Scripture, how this difference affects what the congregation hears in the sermon, and how to bri
Biblical StudiesBiblical texts create worlds of meaning, and invite readers to enter them. When readers enter such textual worlds, which are often strange and complex, they are confronted with theolog
Gives the leader "how tos" on setting up and facilitating a group, getting the most out of each session, and coordinating with church-wide activities. Includes reproducible worksheets, brief summaries
Intended for clergy, seminarians, and theological teachers, this study bible contains the standard features of its kind, while also including maps, a glossary of terms, and introductory articles to ea
The Leader's Guide combines practical exercises with inspiring reflections on the experiences of individuals involved with baptism. Clergy and lay people will find a wealth of ideas, tips, and discuss
This commentary highlights both the socio-political context of 1 Corinthians and the clash of significantly different religious viewpoints represented by Paul and the congregation he had founded in Co
In recent years, the flow of Christian theology has been channeled in diverse streams represented by such trends and movements as black theology, liberation theology, feminist theology, and womanist t
Ancient heresies have modern expressions that influence our churches and culture, creating cruel dilemmas for today’s Christian in the form of error, sin, and various distortions on orthodox faith. In
Help couples make informed decisions and plan for their marriage service with this practical workbook. Includes a worksheet to help clergy and couples with their planning. Includes possible readings f
Pastoral care instruction and observation from a therapist of survivors of sexual abuse. "The Abuse of Power is 'must' reading for clergy and denominational officials.... Weaving case stories with the
Highly acclaimed and widely used, this text shows what church tasks must be undertaken, why they are important, and the guiding theological principles required to achieve them.Alvin J. Lindgren clarif
Just turning on the news lets us know we are living in uncertain times. Economic instabilities, eruption of violence, and natural catastrophes can alter the lives and landscapes of entire communities.
Just turning on the news lets us know we are living in uncertain times. Economic instabilities, eruption of violence, and natural catastrophes can alter the lives and landscapes of entire communities.
Experienced preacher, teacher and author, Charley Reeb, gives readers a 5-step plan for writing and delivering a sermon that can transform lives for Christ. He covers preparation, sermon structure, st
1964Justice, Mississippi, is a town divided. White and black. Rich andpoor. Rule makers and rule breakers. Right or wrong, everyone assumestheir place behind a fragile facade that is about to crumble.
Engage your teens’ energy, creativity, imagination, and focus as they make this book their own. Christians have long connected with God through writing and journaling. But words alone aren't always th
Using an ecological approach to study how emerging technologies impact individual and communal formation, Faith Formation 4.0 looks at how our efforts to be story-keepers, story-sharers, and story-mak
This pack of two (identical) books will help couples learn more about themselves and their future spouse and address potential problem areas before, rather than after, the wedding. This official Unit
Join interfaith commentator Eboo Patel as he explores what it means to be "literate" about other faiths, how interfaith cooperation "works" and why, the skills needed for interfaith cooperation and th
Why do so many evangelicals flock to liturgical traditions today? Robert Webber first explored the question in this thoughtful and engaging classic in 1989; now evangelical scholar and pastor Lester R
Sunday School curriculum or an irredeemably violent book? Throughout its history Judges has both entertained and appalled readers some read it as a series of simple stories about faithfulness and some
The responsibility of taking care of someone’s physical needs every day can be exhausting and overwhelming. Yet the relationship between caregiver and care receiver has the power to transform each per
Unlike weddings, funerals rarely take place after extensive planning. Often the deceased is not someone the pastor has known well, and preparations for the service of death and resurrection take place
Biblical texts create worlds of meaning and invite readers to enter them. When readers enter such textual worlds, which are often strange and complex, they are confronted with theological claims. Wit
The New Interpreter’s Handbook of Preaching is a major reference tool for preaching, with articles on every facet of Christian sermon preparation and delivery. This resource is both scholarly and prac
Aliveness and Deadness are processes that cannot be captured, only symbolized within the precincts of psychology and religion.Opening under the shadow of 9/11, our new century must reassess the precio
The Gospels and Narrative Literature - Robert C. Tannehill Jesus and the Gospels - Christopher M. Tuckett The Gospel of Matthew - M. Eugene Boring The Gospel of Mark - Pheme Perkins The Gospel of
This study takes groups into the rich tapestry of Genesis exploring the interaction between God and very human people - pride, family relationships, conflict and journey all showcase the best known st
In recent years, music and worship styles have enriched the worship styles have enriched the worship experience, from contemporary worship and praise music to world music. New hymnody offers modern im
John Wesley’s Life & Ethics offers a comprehensive analysis of John Wesley’s personal and social ethical thought. Ronald Stone places Wesley in a social location and examines his ethical thou
Identifies key practices and insights which have been helpful to pilgrims throughout the ages, adapting them to address the gap between the sensory overload of modern life and the sacred. Original.
This is a collection of fifteen provocative essays by a cadre of international authors that examine the nature and shape of the Communion today; the colonial legacy; economic tensions and internationa
The Resurrected Jesus guides learners through the post-Resurrection appearances and events. This eight-session study examines: narrative studies on the discovery of the empty tomb and the power of rem
