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| Author | : P.D. James |
| Publisher | : Canongate Books |
| Total Pages | : 93 |
| Release | : 1999-01-01 |
| Genre | : Bibles |
| ISBN | : 0857861077 |
Acts is the sequel to Luke's gospel and tells the story of Jesus's followers during the 30 years after his death. It describes how the 12 apostles, formerly Jesus's disciples, spread the message of Christianity throughout the Mediterranean against a background of persecution. With an introduction by P.D. James
| Author | : Thomas Graumann |
| Publisher | : Oxford University Press |
| Total Pages | : 346 |
| Release | : 2021 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 0198868170 |
The Acts of Early Church Councils Acts examines the acts of ancient church councils as the objects of textual practices, in their editorial shaping, and in their material conditions. It traces the processes of their production, starting from the recording of spoken interventions during a meeting, to the preparation of minutes of individual sessions, to their collection into larger units, their storage and the earliest attempts at their dissemination. Thomas Graumann demonstrates that the preparation of 'paperwork' is central for the bishops' self-presentation and the projection of prevailing conciliar ideologies. The councils' aspirations to legitimacy and authority before real and imagined audiences of the wider church and the empire, and for posterity, fundamentally reside in the relevant textual and bureaucratic processes. Council leaders and administrators also scrutinized and inspected documents and records of previous occasions. From the evidence of such examinations the volume further reconstructs the textual and physical characteristics of ancient conciliar documents and explores the criteria of their assessment. Reading strategies prompted by the features observed from material textual objects handled in council, and the opportunities and limits afforded by the techniques of 'writing-up' conciliar business are analysed. Papyrological evidence and contemporary legal regulations are used to contextualise these efforts. The book thus offers a unique assessment of the production processes, character and the material conditions of council acts that must be the foundation for any historical and theological research into the councils of the ancient church.
| Author | : Gerd Lüdemann |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 277 |
| Release | : 1989 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 9780334003519 |
Particularly after the standard commentaries by Ernst Haenchen and Hans Cormehnann, the Acts of the Apostles has come to be seen as a work in which the theology of its author has distorted his account of earliest Christianity. Attention has therefore focussed on that theology, in an attempt to give as full a picture ofit as possible and consequently the question 'what actually happened?' has fallen right into the background. Professor Ltidemann does not go back on the work of his German predecessors. But he is very well aware of the question of the historicity of Acts and their failure to deal with it thoroughly. So in his work, which essentially takes the form of a commentary, he goes through Acts from beginning to end, trying to ascertain whether despite all the difficulties it is nevertheless possible to establish a core of reliable historical information in particular sections of the work. The result is an important addition to the literature on Acts, much needed since the Haenchen and Conzelmann commentaries are now dated. A notable feature of the work is its attention to the literature written in English. Account is taken of this up to 1986.
| Author | : Rose Publishing |
| Publisher | : Rose Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 32 |
| Release | : 2013-10-09 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 1596369841 |
Enjoy having a quick overview of the entire Book of Acts at your fingertips with this Bible study pamphlet! Featuring quick-reference charts, simple summaries, and timelines, you’ll see key information at a glance as you dive into the inspiring stories of the early church and its key leaders (Peter and Paul)! Experience the peace that comes from knowing that God equips, empowers, and encourages us to fulfill His plan and calling for our lives! Enjoy these key features: Easy-to-Understand. Get a solid overview on the entire book of Acts (Features outlines, summaries, key themes, key leaders, key insights, and more)! Packed with Visuals. Features a full-color map and a timeline of major events, including the receiving of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, the stoning of Stephen, and the Apostle Paul’s conversion. Simple & Quick. Enjoy having quick-reference charts covering key passages, key speeches by Peter, Paul’s 3 missionary journeys, and more! Relevant. Find out the 5 keys to cultivating a godly community, 9 basic beliefs of the Gospel, 12 identifying traits of Jesus Christ, and the 3 defining attributes of the Holy Spirit. *Easily fits inside most Bible covers—Adds depth to any New Testament study! Perfect for personal use, small group studies, and to use as a quick-reference. Charts, Tables and Helpful Visual Tools to Convey Information At a Glance— An outline of the entire book of Acts Time line of major events in the book of Acts Map showing the spread of Christianity during the first century Charts showing loads of information at a glance, covering: Each of Peter’s main speeches Peter and Paul’ ministries and actions Each of Paul’s missionary journeys, including where he went, who he was traveling with, his route, and more Book of Acts Provides Background Information Covering— Answers to Common Questions: Who wrote Acts? When was the book of Acts written? For whom was the Acts of the Apostles written? The Foundation and History of the Early Church, Including Key events: Jesus’ ascension to heaven The receiving of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost The stoning of Stephen, and more Key early church leaders: apostle Paul, Peter, Stephen, Barnabas, Silas, and more Key mission movements of the early church to: Jerusalem, Philippi, Athens, Corinth, Ephesus, Rome, Asia Minor, Judea, Samaria, Joppa, Caesarea, Phoencia, Cyprus, Antioch, Greece, Lebanon, and more Key beliefs: the 9 basic components of the Gospel, the 5 essential characteristics of God, 12 identifying traits of Jesus Christ, and the 3 defining attributes of the Holy Spirit Key practices of the early church: worship, sharing possessions with others, fellowship, and baptism 14 panels, fits inside most Bibles, 8.5 x 5.5 inches, unfolds to 38 inches long. From the outpouring of the Holy Spirit to the first martyr through to the foundation of the early church, this Book of Acts Bible Study Pamphlet is packed with inspiring stories and essential principles we all should learn as Christians.
| Author | : Martin Hengel |
| Publisher | : Wipf and Stock Publishers |
| Total Pages | : 160 |
| Release | : 2003-03-14 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 1725200767 |
Hengel...here marshals a vast body of learning to illuminate brilliantly a few specific questions about the New Testament.... For anyone who has read much in contemporary European New Testament scholarship, this wise little book will come as a tonic. And for the beginning adult student of the New Testament, the book will serve as an excellent introduction to the question of historicity in early Christian writings. 'Review for Religious' The book is extremely well written and gives evidence of an astonishing command of ancient literature. 'Journal of the American Academy of Religion'
| Author | : Albert Mohler |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : |
| Release | : 2018-02 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 9781909919921 |
There is no more thrilling part of the Bible than the book of Acts, and no better guide to it than Albert Mohler. This first volume takes in the ascension of Jesus, the coming of the Spirit, the birth of the church, the start of persecution, the conversion of Saul, and the divine call to world-wide evangelism. If you want to be fueled for Christian life and mission, you will want to read this book. This Expository Guide takes you verse by verse through the text in an accessible and applied way. It is less academic than a traditional commentary and can be read cover-to-cover, used in personal devotions, used to lead small group studies, or used for sermon preparation.
| Author | : Francis Chan |
| Publisher | : David C Cook |
| Total Pages | : 192 |
| Release | : 2009-09-01 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 0781403502 |
In the name of the Father, the Son, and ... the Holy Spirit. We pray in the name of all three, but how often do we live with an awareness of only the first two? As Jesus ascended into heaven, He promised to send the Holy Spirit—the Helper—so that we could be true and living witnesses for Christ. Unfortunately, today's church has admired the gift but neglected to open it. Breakthrough author Francis Chan rips away paper and bows to get at the true source of the church's power—the Holy Spirit. Chan contends that we've ignored the Spirit for far too long, and we are reaping the disastrous results. Thorough scriptural support and compelling narrative form Chan's invitation to stop and remember the One we've forgotten, the Spirit of the living God.
| Author | : R. Kent Hughes |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 380 |
| Release | : 1996 |
| Genre | : Bible |
| ISBN | : 9781433512889 |
Dynamic churches & ndash;congregations that are experiencing phenomenal growth, Christian ministries that God is using to take down walls, churches where souls are being saved and lives transformed & ndash;inspire us and make for great reading. The book of Acts, the divinely inspired history of the early church, is all this and more. In the author's words: One reason I love to study the book of Acts is its uniqueness. It is the sourcebook for the spread of early Christianity. Without it we would know little about the apostolic church except what could be gleaned from Paul's epistles. It is the chronicle of the spreading flame of the Holy Spirit. In this welcome addition to the Preaching the Word series, Pastor Kent Hughes explores the key narratives of the book of acts, including the birth of the church, bold gospel preaching resulting in the prospering of the church, and the dramatic missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul.
| Author | : Paula Fredriksen |
| Publisher | : Yale University Press |
| Total Pages | : 286 |
| Release | : 2008-10-01 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 0300164106 |
"Magisterial. . . . A learned, brilliant and enjoyable study."—Géza Vermès, Times Literary Supplement In this exciting book, Paula Fredriksen explains the variety of New Testament images of Jesus by exploring the ways that the new Christian communities interpreted his mission and message in light of the delay of the Kingdom he had preached. This edition includes an introduction reviews the most recent scholarship on Jesus and its implications for both history and theology. "Brilliant and lucidly written, full of original and fascinating insights."—Reginald H. Fuller, Journal of the American Academy of Religion "This is a first-rate work of a first-rate historian."—James D. Tabor, Journal of Religion "Fredriksen confronts her documents—principally the writings of the New Testament—as an archaeologist would an especially rich complex site. With great care she distinguishes the literary images from historical fact. As she does so, she explains the images of Jesus in terms of the strategies and purposes of the writers Paul, Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John."—Thomas D’Evelyn, Christian Science Monitor
