Shows how the relatively informal, rural, unaffiliated movement formed by Jesus transformed in the first seventy-five years into the Christian church as we generally know it today.
This accessible resource helps preachers and teachers determine the big idea of each book of the Bible, allowing them to check their interpretation of particular biblical books and passages.
A leading Christian theologian presents the biblical and theological foundations of trinitarian classical theism.
A leading New Testament scholar explores the role of the Holy Spirit in the church, covering such topics as spiritual gifts, the fruit of the Spirit, the Spirit's power for evangelism, and hearing God's voice. Now with an updated preface and a substantive new afterword.
An award-winning author, pastor, and professor shows those experiencing doubt that there is a way to question your faith without losing it.
We have to do more than just want God to move in our lives, families, and nation; we must move outside of the natural world. Using... Læs mere
Extravagant joy doesn't have to be intermittent; it is eternally available in God's presence. Raised in and escaped from Communist Bulgaria, Georgian Banov... Læs mere
A senior New Testament scholar and teacher helps students understand the historical, literary, and theological issues of the book of Acts and introduces key concepts in the field of narrative criticism.
A leading practical theologian articulates why congregations feel pressured by the speed of change in modern life and encourages an approach that doesn't fall into the negative traps of our secular age.
In his thought-provoking book, Dr. Tony Evans challenges you to foster personal discipleship and lead others, taking the next step to become the... Læs mere
Demonstrates the integral participation of women in the church's mission from the first century to the twentieth century, showing how they have overcome obstacles to their ministries and have transformed cultural constraints to spread the gospel.
This brief, accessibly written volume introduces key figures, texts, and themes of the mystical tradition, showing that the mystics have much to say to contemporary Christians searching for authentic modes of spirituality.