Scripture-God's Handbook for Evangelizing Catholics

Scripture-God's Handbook for Evangelizing Catholics
Author: Stephen J. Binz
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2014-08-14
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1612783406

If you believe in the transformative power of Scripture in your life, imagine what it can do for others around you! Scripture scholar Stephen Binz has spent the past 30 years working to help Catholics with the "frequent reading" of Scripture through the ancient movements of lectio divina -- listening, meditating, praying, contemplating the Word and witnessing to it. That means reading the Bible fully expecting the Holy Spirit to illuminate the passage we read. Now in Scripture-God's Handbook for Evangelizing Catholics he brings to light the power of scripture to not only renew our lives, but make us living witnesses of the Gospel. Inspired and influenced by Pope John Paul II, Pope Benedict XVI, and Pope Francis, Binz shows us the indissoluble connection between their call to New Evangelization and its necessary connection to the Word of God. Every chapter brings you closer to Christ and closer to His Word as you: Grasp the importance of recovering the evangelical dimension of Catholicism Discover the "hero evangelizers" in Scripture and history Learn to read the Bible as an evangelizing Catholic Understand the key link between lectio divina and the New Evangelizatiion Identify the obstacles to hearing and witnessing to God's Word today Understand the role of Mary, the Star of the New Evangelization Through Stephen's approachable but thorough coverage of the topic, you'll be prepared to share with the world your joy in the Lord!

Evangelizing Catholics

Evangelizing Catholics
Author: Scott Hahn
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
Total Pages: 119
Release: 2014-04-22
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1612783554

You can't keep the faith unless you give it away. That's a fact. To be a Christian is to be an evangelizer. When the Catholic Church calls us to a "New Evangelization," that's simply a reminder to us of what has always been true. The good news is: you can do it - you can evangelize - and Scott Hahn shows you how. In this this very practical "mission manual" Dr. Hahn equips you with: A guide to understanding what the New Evangelization is, and who it's really for A roadmap that leads you to where it all happens (hint: it's closer than you think) A simple, beautiful message to share - in words and actions You don't need esoteric knowledge. You don't need to master a new set of skills. Evangelization, for Catholics, is simply friendship raised up to the highest level. Enter a deeper friendship with Christ, and you'll want to share his companionship more and more with a wider circle of friends.

Talking with Catholics about the Gospel

Talking with Catholics about the Gospel
Author: Christopher A. Castaldo
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 147
Release: 2015-03-31
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0310518156

In Talking with Catholics about Jesus, author Chris Castaldo provides an easy-to-follow introduction to basic Catholic belief and practice, equipping evangelical Protestants for more fruitful spiritual conversations. Written in accessible, non-technical language, this short book offers readers: A more informed awareness of Catholicism Encouragement to move from a combative posture to a gracious one Clarification of erroneous caricatures of Catholics in favor of a more constructive understanding Based in part on Castaldo's experience as a Catholic and time spent working professionally in the Catholic Church, Talking with Catholics about Jesus gives readers a framework for recognizing where lines of similarity and difference fall between Catholics and evangelical Protestants, along with handy tips for engaging in spiritual discussions. Readers will gain encouragement and practical insights for gracious and worthwhile discussions of faith with Catholic believers.

A Pocket Guide to The Bible

A Pocket Guide to The Bible
Author: Scott Hahn
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2008-06-04
Genre: Bibles
ISBN: 1592767672

The perfect how-to for easy, quick Scripture reference and comprehension! Using straightforward, accessible language, Scripture expert Scott Hahn explains the "nuts and bolts" of the Bible -- how it came to be, the types of literature found within it, and the thrust of each book -- in a handy, yet thorough, way that demystifies the Bible and simplifies understanding.

Bible Basics for Catholics

Bible Basics for Catholics
Author: John Bergsma
Publisher: Ave Maria Press
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2015-10-02
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1594713472

John Bergsma’s popular Bible Basics for Catholics, which has sold more than 60,000 copies, offers readers an accessible vision of salvation history as it unfolds in the Bible, showing readers how the Bible points us to the saving life and work of Jesus. This new edition includes an additional chapter on covenant fulfillment in the Book of Revelation. Bergsma brings to his theology a combination of academic expertise, pastoral wisdom, and unique playfulness. Bible Basics for Catholics is based on Bergsma’s popular Introduction to Theology course at Steubenville. As a teacher, Bergsma has an uncanny ability to make complex ideas understandable and faith-inspiring while staying true to both Catholic teaching and biblical scholarship. Readers will begin to see the Christian understanding of salvation by walking through the Old Testament, going through the great stories of Adam and Eve, Noah, Abraham, Moses, the great kings and prophets of Israel, and culminating in the person and work of Jesus Christ.

The Gospel According to Rome

The Gospel According to Rome
Author: James G. McCarthy
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
Total Pages: 387
Release: 1995-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0736967818

When Catechism of the Catholic Church broke onto the N.Y. Times bestseller list, its astonishing success confirmed the overwhelming interest of Catholics and Protestants in understanding modern Catholicism. Has the recent openness among denominations affected Catholic teachings? In the new spirit of cooperation, is there any reason why Catholics and Protestants should remain divided? This powerful and insightful examination of the Catholic Church provides: a side-by-side comparison of Scripture with the first new worldwide Catholic catechism in 400 years a summary of how modern Catholicism views grace, works, and heaven 24 ways the Catholic plan of salvation still stands in contrast to biblical truth a balanced overview of how the authority structure of the Roman Catholic Church compares with that of the New Testament church an explanation of how participation in the Mass and other sacraments is inconsistent with faith in Christ as Savior Clear, accurate, significant information to know and share—The Gospel According to Rome

Catholic Bible Dictionary

Catholic Bible Dictionary
Author: Scott Hahn
Publisher: Image
Total Pages: 1010
Release: 2009-06-16
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0385530080

More than a generation has passed since the appearance of the last major Catholic Bible dictionary. It has been a fertile generation for biblical scholarship, an eventful time for biblical archaeology, and a fruitful time for the Church’s interpretation of the Bible. It is time for a new resource. Scott Hahn, internationally renowned theologian and biblical scholar, has inspired millions with his insight into the Catholic faith. Now he brings us this important reference guide, written specifically for Catholics, which contains more than five thousand clear and accessible entries and covers a wide range of people, places, and topics. From Genesis to Revelation, the whole of salvation history is presented and explained in smart, easy-to-understand prose. Catholic Bible Dictionary is an invaluable source of information, insight, and guidance for Catholics and others who are interested in enriching their understanding of Sacred Scripture. Scott Hahn draws from two millennia of scholarship to create an accessible and comprehensive tool for deeper and more rewarding biblical study.

The Letter to the Hebrews

The Letter to the Hebrews
Author: Scott Hahn
Publisher: Ignatius Press
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2007
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781586171919

The 11th volume in this very popular study Bible series based on the Ignatius Bible, the Revised Standard Version edition. Each volume contains numerous Bible study helps and tools that include insights from the Church Fathers, topical essays, word studies and charts, maps and a cross reference section.

Catholics Come Home

Catholics Come Home
Author: Tom Peterson
Publisher: Image
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2013-02-19
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0385347189

With a Foreword by Scott Hahn, bestselling author of The Lamb's Supper God has something extraordinary planned for your life . . . In our fast-paced, highly technological world, this statement might sound a bit lofty, but the lives of millions of souls who have come before us attest to this simple truth: God has a wonderful plan in store for you. With these words, Tom Peterson, founder and president of Catholics Come Home, a nonprofit multimedia organization dedicated to promoting Catholic evangelization, offers inspiration for believers from all walks of life, whether lapsed or practicing, to deepen their faith and draw them closer to Jesus and His Church. In a series of moving stories and personal anecdotes, Tom relates how after rediscovering his faith, he experienced God's unfailing love, and soon found his true purpose in life. You can too! Drawing from scripture, his own struggles and discoveries, and the lives of the saints as well as ordinary individuals, the author offers seven ways to enter into a more deeply personal relationship with Jesus. These are pearls that you can share with others to illuminate the importance of the Catholic faith and open wide the door to a homecoming celebration.

New Testament Basics for Catholics

New Testament Basics for Catholics
Author: John Bergsma
Publisher: Ave Maria Press
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2015-10-02
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1594715831

Award-winning author and theology professor John Bergsma follows up his popular Bible Basics for Catholics—which has sold more than 60,000 copies—with a more in-depth look at the New Testament. Using simple illustrations and the same clear, conversational style that characterized his earlier book, Bergsma introduces four of the most important writers in the New Testament: Matthew, Luke, Paul, and John. With humor and simple illustrations, theology professor John Bergsma focuses on Matthew, Luke, Paul, and John, whose writings comprise about 90 percent of the New Testament. The gospel of Matthew, written for Jewish Christians, illuminates the life and teachings of Christ as the long-promised Messiah. In Luke's gospel, readers will delve into the infancy and Triduum narratives, as well as the Acts of the Apostles and the life of the early Church. This leads the reader to discover St. Paul and his first and arguably greatest theological treatise: Romans. Finally, “the beloved apostle” St. John draws us in to the unsurpassed beauty of the fourth gospel, as well as the most mysterious book of the New Testament: the book of Revelation. A concluding chapter offers suggestions for further study. Intended as an introductory work for those who are new to scripture study, New Testament Basics for Catholics does not aspire to be a comprehensive guide to all twenty-seven books of the New Testament, but is intended to lay the foundation for a lifetime of scripture reading.