The book of Proverbs is a collection of sayings, poems, and "life's little instructions." Wrestling with the values of things such as creation, livelihood, or moral character, Proverbs exhorts its rea
Percy Dearmer, one of the most colourful and influential Anglican figures of the last century, is best remembered for two outstanding achievements. His seminal work, The Parson's Handbook, which ran t
The Twilight saga has become one of the most successful fiction series ever written, with more than one hundred million copies in print and several blockbuster films. Despite the tremendous commercial
The Old Testament's stories are intriguing, mesmerizing, and provocative not only due to their ancient literary craft but also because of their ongoing relevance. In this volume, well suited to colleg
Using the findings of historical Jesus studies, William Brosend asks, what is the rhetoric that characterized the preaching of Jesus in the Synoptic Gospels, and how may today's preaching benefit from
What does it mean to be a human being? David Kelsey expertly probes this complicated issue in his exhaustive and ambitious examination of theological anthropology. Divided into three parts, Kelsey's w
The theologians and major thinkers of the medieval period developed their thought in complicated ways, giving rise to the term scholasticism, which was the method of learning associated with the great
Pat Miller studies the Ten Commandments as ancient document and as contemporary guide. With careful attention to each commandment in its original context, this book shows the reader the modern relevan
Ralph Milton's stories are a wonderful addition for any leader using a lectionary based curriculum with children. Worship leaders who tell Bible storeis to children (and the rest of the congregation)
The book of Jeremiah offers a remarkable range of literature, including prose, poetry, oracles, homilies, and proverbs. This commentary understands the book as a work of religious literature, to be ex
In these original essays, short stories, and poems, Frederick Buechner reflects on the moments of transcendence in the midst of his daily existence. With his masterly crafted prose, Buechner here edif
John Main, a Benedictine monk, founded The World Community for Christian Meditation, active in several countries around the world. Its work, and its emphasis on meditation, derives directly from the B
In The Westminster Theological Wordbook of the Bible an outstanding group of biblical scholars explain key theological and ethical words of the Bible (New Revised Standard Version). In its exploring g
In this book, the second of his three-volume history, Gary Dorrien explores American theological liberalism in its heyday--at the advent of the research university and the institutionally identified s
From a Christian perspective which takes into account new archeological data, the late author a professor of Hebrew and interpretation of the Old Testament at Union Theological Seminary in Virginia tr
Paul Tillich wrote more than 100 radio addresses that were broadcast into Nazi Germany from March 1942 through May 1944. The broadcasts - through Voice of America - were passionate and political pleas
"Lent for Everyone: Luke, Year C" provides readers with an inspirational guide through the Lenten season, from Ash Wednesday through the week after Easter. Popular biblical scholar and author N. T. Wr
A daily prayer book for the Ordinariate with material from the Anglican tradition, adapted according to the Roman rite. It includes an order for morning, evening and night prayer throughout the year,
There is no doubt that the task of preaching can sometimes be overwhelming. Combining veteran wisdom, practicality, and a contagious reverence for the beauty of God's Word, veteran pastor James C. How
The Temple Scroll is the longest manuscript found in the Qumran Caves and perhaps the most important halakhic composition known from the Second Temple Period. The scroll presents itself as a rewritten
Cleo LaRue is one of the best-loved preachers and writers about preaching. In past volumes, he has brought together great collections of African American preaching to showcase the best preaching from
The emotionally evocative power of the book of Revelation has been often noted and experienced by interpreters, but until now it has never been systematically explored. The strange visions of the book
Written for laypeople, Sharp offers a brief introduction to each of the Bible’s prophets and their prophetic books, developing the theological themes present in each with an eye toward how the prophet
Part of the "SCM Briefly" series, which summarizes books by philosophers and theologians, this book provides a summary of the problem of philosophy. It includes line by line analysis, short quotes, an
John, the Maverick Gospel has long been regarded as one of the most trustworthy introductions to the Fourth Gospel, paying special attention to the literary and theological dimensions of this Gospel w
Aimed at undergraduates on level two or three courses relating to Old Testament Wisdom literature. This book begins with a consideration of what the term 'wisdom literature' means in Hebrew usage, and
Today's complex social and economic problems leave many people in the affluent world feeling either overwhelmed or ambivalent. Even the small percentage of us who have examined the ethics behind our f
Tensions within the Anglican Communion and discussions about the possibility of women bishops have thrown a spotlight onto underlying issues such as: How are decisions taken in the Church? What are th
Making use of his scholar's understanding, yet writing in an approachable and anecdotal style, Tom Wright manages to unravel the great complexity of the extraordinary Gospel of John. He describes it a
Making use of his scholar's understanding, yet writing in an approachable and anecdotal style, Tom Wright manages to unravel the great complexity of the extraordinary Gospel of John. He describes it a
Making use of his scholar's understanding, yet writing in an approachable and anecdotal style, Tom Wright helps us to understand from the beginning of the second letter to the Corinthians that somethi
Through 53 engaging meditations, each with a closing prayer, pastor David McKirachan invites us to seek the mystery and magnificence in the world around us. By holding up a theological magnifying glas
Hymns We Love to Sing meets the demands from clergy and health care professionals for a collection of familiar hymns which could be used anywhere: in congregations, hospitals, funeral homes, care faci
In Return to Babel, each of ten historically significant biblical texts is interpreted by three scholars: one Latin American, one African, and one Asian. Geographic locales range from a tiny village i
William Barclay brings to these "best-known stories in the world" new force and significance for the modern reader. Each chapter analyzes an individual parable--identifies its theme, explains it in th
John Courtney Murray is renowned for his contributions to American ethical debates and well known for his defense of civil religious freedom. He strongly felt that religion should be taught in public
This volume traces the role of the biblical tradition in US political history, as well as politics in the Bible in relation to tribal judges, kings, priests, prophets, governors, and seers. It describ
Scotland's action-packed and turbulent history is about religion, as much as anything else. Indeed, Scotland has been, for most of the past 1600 years, an intensely religious country. In a fast-paced,
Rome has been a major pilgrimage destination for over 1500 years and continues to draw millions of pilgrims today. This unique travel companion offers an in-depth guide to the Eternal City's principal
Keeping going as a leader is hard work. This practical, inspirational guide is for all leaders in need of fresh energy and encouragement. Peter Shaw draws on his wide experience of executive coaching
