Why God Makes Sense in a World That Doesn't

Why God Makes Sense in a World That Doesn't
Author: Gavin Ortlund
Publisher: Baker Academic
Total Pages: 266
Release: 2021-10-26
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1493432451

It has never been more important to articulate the wonder and enchantment of the Christian message. Yet the traditional approaches of apologetics are often outmoded in an age of profound disenchantment and distraction, unable to meet this pressing need. This winsome apologetics book for a new generation makes the case that Christianity offers a compelling explanatory framework for making sense of our world. Pastor and writer Gavin Ortlund believes it is essential to appeal not only to the mind but also to the heart and the imagination as we articulate the beauty of the gospel. Why God Makes Sense in a World That Doesn't reimagines four classical theistic arguments--cosmological, teleological, moral, and Christological--making a cumulative case for God as the best framework for understanding the storied nature of reality. The book suggests that Christian theism can explain such things as the elegance of math, the beauty of music, and the value of love. It is suitable for use in classes yet accessibly written, making it a perfect resource for churches and small groups.

Essential Christian Doctrine

Essential Christian Doctrine
Author: John MacArthur
Publisher: Crossway
Total Pages: 593
Release: 2021-03-03
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1433571889

A Concise Summary of Biblical Truth by John MacArthur Doctrine not only equips you with more knowledge about God, it also shapes your affections toward him and directs your actions for him—but it can be difficult to know where to begin. This concise handbook, developed from John MacArthur's larger work Biblical Doctrine, is an entry point for studying theological topics such as the Bible, the Holy Spirit, the church, and more. As MacArthur walks through the essentials of the Christian faith doctrine by doctrine, he'll not only encourage your heart and mind, but also empower you to proclaim the faith that was "once for all delivered to the saints" (Jude 3).

For Times of Trouble

For Times of Trouble
Author: Jeffrey R. Holland
Publisher:
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2012
Genre: Bible
ISBN: 9781609072711

The author explores dozens of scriptural passages from the psalms, offering personal ideas and insights and sharing his testimony that "no matter what the trouble and trial of the day may be, we start and finish with the eternal truth that God is for us."--

Reading the Gospels Wisely

Reading the Gospels Wisely
Author: Jonathan T. Pennington
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 424
Release: 2012-07-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1441238700

This textbook on how to read the Gospels well can stand on its own as a guide to reading this New Testament genre as Scripture. It is also ideally suited to serve as a supplemental text to more conventional textbooks that discuss each Gospel systematically. Most textbooks tend to introduce students to historical-critical concerns but may be less adequate for showing how the Gospel narratives, read as Scripture within the canonical framework of the entire New Testament and the whole Bible, yield material for theological reflection and moral edification. Pennington neither dismisses nor duplicates the results of current historical-critical work on the Gospels as historical sources. Rather, he offers critically aware and hermeneutically intelligent instruction in reading the Gospels in order to hear their witness to Christ in a way that supports Christian application and proclamation.

Tough Topics

Tough Topics
Author: Sam Storms
Publisher: Crossway
Total Pages: 370
Release: 2013-04-30
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1433534967

Will there be sex in heaven? Are miraculous gifts for today? Does God ever change His mind? Such difficult questions often intrigue us, readily confuse us, and sometimes disturb us. Drawing on nearly 40 years of teaching and ministry experience, pastor-scholar Sam Storms answers 25 challenging questions Christians are often too afraid to ask, addressing thorny issues ranging from the eternal destiny of infants to the roles of demons and angels. The robust, thoughtful answers provided in this book offer a helpful alternative to relying on simplistic explanations, and will encourage you in the search for truth and clarity on such tough topics.

Character Building for Families

Character Building for Families
Author: Lee Ann Rubsam
Publisher:
Total Pages: 105
Release: 2004-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9780974559933

Topical Bible/character study for the Christian family. Suitable for family devotions, or character/Bible curriculum in the home school setting. Topics include: Stewardship, Teachableness, Mercy, Patience, Desire for Jesus.

The Acts of the Apostles

The Acts of the Apostles
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

What Christians Believe about the Bible

What Christians Believe about the Bible
Author: Don Thorsen
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012-08-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780801048319

This concise introduction to the basics of the history, interpretation, and theological understandings of the Bible equips students to think critically about their own approach to Scripture.

Indiana Conference 2012 Journal

Indiana Conference 2012 Journal
Author: IN Conf. of United Methodist Church
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 581
Release: 2012
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1477271457

This book is the official Journal of the Indiana Conference Proceedings of the Fourth Annual Session held in Indianapolis, Ind., June 7-9, 2012.

The Complete Visual Bible

The Complete Visual Bible
Author: Stephen M. Miller
Publisher: Barbour Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Bible
ISBN: 9781602606883

Presents illustrated summaries, historical background, and maps about stories and events found in both the Old and New Testament.