This is a study of the atonement, the meaning of the death of Jesus Christ. The book surveys historical views but also proposes that the atonement be seen as the death of Christ for both victims and t
Here William Carl gathers a diverse group of leading pastors and preachers and asks them, "What is your best advice to colleagues in ministry about preaching and being a pastor?" The responses are ful
Pain, suffering, and extinction are intrinsic to the evolutionary process. In this book Christopher Southgate shows how the world that is "very good" is also "groaning in travail" and subjected by God
Explores some of the issues facing the church, especially in rural areas, and some theological strands in the New Testament that underpin the way we go about mission. This book tells the stories of a
Spider-Man. Batman. The X-Men. The Fantastic Four. Comic books and the characters they have spawned have become twenty-first-century mythology. Greg Garrett helps us see the profound depth that can be
Is there anything holy in Springfield, the home to irascible Bart Simpson and his naive dad Homer, their enthusiastic evangelical neighbor Ned Flanders, the sourpuss minister Rev. Lovejoy, and the doz
This book provides essential and up to date guidance for all PCCs in the preparation and scrutiny of their annual financial statements and reports. This new edition is fully updated with regard to the
Elvis Presley. Andy Warhol. Nike. Stephen King. Ellen DeGeneres. Sim City. Facebook. These American pop culture icons are just a few examples of entries you will find in this fascinating guide to reli
Are you seeking a quiet place or time for silence in your busy life? This unique guide will help you make a personal retreat in the Christian tradition, either at home or away, alone or with others, t
In this landmark work, based on his 2009 Gifford lectures, Alister McGrath examines the apparent “fine-tuning” of the universe and its significance for natural theology. Exploring a wide range of phys
Recent years have seen an explosion of writing on the history of Israel, prompted largely by definitive archaeological surveys and attempts to write a genuine archaeological history of ancient Israel
African American women continue to confess their call to ministry even when they know such a confession may cause them to face criticism and even ostracism from many of the same men and women who nurt
Many churches are developing their healing ministry. Besides the familiar forms - intercessions in church, sick Communions, visits to homes and hospitals - public services of prayer with the laying on
Many people believe that American Protestantism has been divided into two groups: those concerned with the impact of religion in the public sphere and those concerned with private faith, individual mo
Find everything you need to lead a Family Eucharist in this comprehensive and versatile all-age resource. Easily adaptable for large and small all-age congregations, it offers ready-to-use worship ide
