A leading Pentecostal theologian offers an introduction to ecclesiology that demonstrates how Pentecostals can contribute to and learn from the church catholic.
This up-to-date introduction to Christian philosophy covers the four major areas of philosophical thought: epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of religion, and ethics.
This concise introduction to the church fathers connects evangelical students and readers to twelve key figures from the early church. Now updated and revised.
In this volume an expert teacher of the Bible provides an introduction to New Testament exegesis that will appeal to students across the spectrum. Clayton Croy begins with the preparation of the inter
A creative introduction to the world of the New TestamentBackground becomes foreground in Moyer Hubbard's creative introduction to the social and historical setting for the letters of the Apostle Pau
This accessible, Christian introduction to Dante also serves as a primer to the Divine Comedy, helping readers appreciate the complexity and layers of meaning in Dante's spiritual masterpiece.
A respected scholar offers an introduction to the Old Testament, summarizing its contents, introducing the academic study of the discipline, and addressing major concerns in the critical interpretatio
This classic introduction to Old Testament textual criticism helps students understand the discipline and begin thinking through complex issues for themselves. Now expanded and updated.
It hurts when the one you love doesn't love you back. It's hard to be the object of someone's desires when you just don't feel the same way. How should Christians deal with these situations? There are
A leading Barth interpreter provides an introduction to the essence of Barth's theology, emphasizing themes that speak to the concerns of the church, the pastorate, and Christian ministry.
This comprehensive introduction to youth ministry shows how to help kids thrive in their faith as they actively participate in the life of the congregation.
Three media experts guide the serious Christian moviegoer into a theological conversation with movies in this up-to-date, readable introduction to Christian theology and film.
A leading Lutheran theologian offers a brief introduction to Luther's theology that corrects common misconceptions and connects Luther with the evangelical tradition.
This introduction to biblical interpretation evaluates the problems of post-Enlightenment hermeneutics and offers an alternative approach--exegesis in harmony with the Great Tradition.
A leading biblical scholar provides a lively, engaging introduction to the New Testament that is critical yet faith-friendly, lavishly illustrated, and accompanied by a variety of pedagogical aids. No
This comprehensive, up-to-date introduction to the Old Testament apocryphal books summarizes their context, message, and significance. Now substantially revised and updated throughout.
This holistic and accessible introduction to Christian spiritual formation written from a broadly evangelical perspective joins Scripture with themes of community, formation, and mission in a single i
This introduction argues that practical theology is part of the everyday life of the church and helps readers evaluate the approach most appropriate to their ministerial context and theological tradit
This introduction to Luther's sacramental theology explores the medieval church's understanding of the seven sacraments, the Protestant rationale for keeping or eliminating each sacrament, and implica
Provides an introduction to arguments, helping students in a wide variety of courses understand the basics of sound reasoning and how to use it to persuade others.
This introduction to the thought of Gregory of Nazianzus promotes a theological and pastoral vision for the Christian life, showing the importance of Gregory's work for contemporary theology and spiri
From the origins and exodus to the restoration and new hope, Kingdom of Priests offers a comprehensive introduction to the history of Old Testament Israel. Merrill explores the history of ancient Isra
From the tumbling walls of Jericho to a Jewish girl who became the queen of Persia, the historical books of the Bible are intriguing and unquestionably fascinating. In this comprehensive introduction,
This volume offers a unique approach to the study of the great German reformer, Martin Luther. Robert Kolb and Charles Arand offer an introduction to two significant themes that form the heart of Lut
The Final Volume in a Well-Received Gospel StudyJohn: Storyteller, Interpreter, Evangelist is an accessible introduction to the Fourth Gospel. This book examines three aspects of John's Gospel: John's
Harold Hoehner has taught biblical exegesis to thousands of students over the years. He now brings that experience to bear on this important work.He begins with a helpful introduction to the letter o
Updated text and new maps bring this standard introduction up to date.Throughout Christian history, the works of Josephus have been mined for the light they shed on the world of the New Testament. Jo