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The Antichrist is not who you think he is. The Protestant Reformers knew his identity—have you forgotten? Body: Who is the "Man of Sin"? For centuries, modern theology has pointed to a shadowy future figure—a political dictator who will rise for a brief seven-year tribulation. But what if this interpretation is a recent invention, designed to hide a threat that has been operating in plain sight for over a thousand years? In Antichrist Unveiled: The Man of Sin Biometric Fingerprints, David Michael Curtis conducts a rigorous forensic audit of the Scriptures to expose the true identity of ...

Grace - a doctrine central to the gospel - ought to be clearly defined so it can be celebrated, relished, and consistently defended. In this book, Kevin DeYoung leads us back to the Canons of Dort, a 17th-century document originally written to precisely and faithfully define this precious doctrine. The Canons of Dort stand as a faithful witness to the precise nature of God's supernatural, sovereign, redeeming, resurrecting grace - when so many people settle for vague generalities that water down the truth.

Thomas Aquinas was one of the most influential thinkers in the history of Christianity and in Western Civilization. Yet his theological views can seem complex and presume acquaintance with technical philosophical language. Now Renick has produced an attractive and accessible account of Aquinas's thought and life that will make his views clear to non-specialists.

Christology for Beginners: An Easy-to-Follow Guide to Jesus Unlock the timeless mysteries of Jesus Christ with Christology for Beginners: An Easy-to-Follow Guide to Jesus. This essential guide is crafted for those eager to deepen their understanding of the most influential figure in history. Dive into a journey that unveils the profound impact of Christ's life and teachings, designed to enlighten and inspire. Understand the Dual Nature of Christ Discover how Jesus is both fully God and fully human, bridging the divine and the earthly. Explore the foundational doctrines that have shaped ...

The Gospel of Thomas – A Modern Translation of the Sayings Gospel from Early Christianity Discover the words attributed to Jesus that nearly disappeared from history. The Gospel of Thomas is one of the most intriguing early Christian texts ever discovered. Found in 1945 among the Nag Hammadi manuscripts in Egypt, this collection of 114 sayings presents a voice of Jesus that is at once familiar and strikingly different. Some sayings closely parallel the canonical Gospels. Others explore mystical themes of self-knowledge, inner transformation, and the kingdom within. Yet most editions ...

C S. Lewis stands as one of the most influential Christians of the twentieth century. His commitment to the life of the mind and the life of the heart is evident in classics like the Chronicles of Narnia and Mere Christianity―books that illustrate the unbreakable connection between rigorous thought and deep affection. This volume explores the man, his work, and his legacy―reveling in the truth at the heart of Lewis’s spiritual genius: God alone is the answer to our deepest longings and the source of our unending joy.

Almost two hundred years before the liberal tradition of religious freedom, toleration, and consent was birthed in the west, a group of radical Christians in northern Europe had already rediscovered these ideas in the New Testament. They were called the Anabaptists. Western Protestant and Catholicism eventually caught on to these ideas, but Anabaptists have largely been ignored in the intellectual history of these ideas which informed the liberal tradition, libertarianism, and philosophical anarchism. The Anarchist Anabaptist seeks to restore Anabaptism to its rightful place in this history.

A careful and informed assessment of the “emerging church” by a respected author and scholarThe “emerging church” movement has generated a lot of excitement and exerts an astonishingly broad influence. Is it the wave of the future or a passing fancy? Who are the leaders and what are they...

Did you know the Bible is the likely origin for the fear of the number 13 as well as Friday the 13th? Are you aware that some prayers are actually detestable to God? Do you know the disturbing truth behind the little drummer boy? These are just some of the surprising issues addressed in Shocked by the Bible 2.Joe Kovacs not only gives us key, meaty Biblical facts and ideas, but he connects the scriptural dots. The result? Listeners can spiritually grow and perfect their personal characters.

The most theologically complex Gnostic gospel—finally made readable. The Gospel of Philip is one of the most challenging and misunderstood texts from early Christianity. Discovered among the Nag Hammadi library in 1945, it reflects a mature Gnostic Christian tradition concerned not with narrative storytelling, but with symbolic theology, sacramental practice, and spiritual transformation. Unlike other Nag Hammadi gospels such as the Gospel of Thomas, Philip preserves the only complete sacramental system to survive from Gnostic Christianity. Its dense Valentinian vocabulary and fragmentary...

This Second Edition includes a brief introduction and extra chapters to bring the reader up to date with what others who have left the pre-trib camp have discovered about the end-times. Some phrases and sentences have also been reworded to be less technical than the original printing. Most of book remains the same as the original volume which has become ever more popular since its publication in 2016. The pre-trib rapture theory has become so pervasive among Western Protestants that the younger Christians are often unaware of its novelty. Christians who have studied Church History ...

A groundbreaking account of the Secret Gospel of Mark, one of the most hotly debated documents in Christian history.

This is the story of the birth and growth of Seattle’s innovative Mars Hill Church, one of America’s fastest growing churches located in one of America’s toughest mission fields. It’s also the story of the growth of a pastor, the mistakes he’s made along the way, and God’s grace and...

It was the year 415. The famous library of Alexandria had disappeared. It is said that Hypatia was the last known scholar to work in the library. Both the library and the figure of Hypatia are symbols of inquiring and free spirits, who believed that a human being is capable of unlocking the mysteries of life. In 415, not only was the library gone, but Hypatia was also silenced. The last myth of Alexandria is a history from a long-gone era, retold in a time when we once again have to stand up to protect the free investigative spirit. Many of us are awakening to a new consciousness that takes...

Today, affection for the Jewish people based on Romans 11 is thought to be an error rooted in the Post-war Consensus or Dispensationalism. But in this book Doug Wilson has assembled quotes from countless Reformed teachers, many untethered from the 20th century and its Left Behind series, each writing about what they believe the Bible really teaches about Romans 11. We must reject the mistakes made in 20th century theology. But we must not throw out our heritage as we do so.

Why do millions of Christians stand resolutely with Israel? From ancient promises etched in scripture to modern political partnerships, Christian Zionism for Beginners: Unpacking the Alliance Between Evangelicals and Israel takes you on a journey into one of the most influential movements of our time. This book uncovers the deep-rooted faith, powerful alliances, and unshakable convictions that drive the unwavering support for Israel. Inside this must-read guide: Explore Biblical Foundations Discover the scriptures that sparked a movement, from prophecies about the Promised Land to the ...

FAIRACRES PUBLICATIONS 067 Professor Andrew Louth shows how the Protestant theologian Karl Barth, in his approach to the mystery of the Incarnation of Jesus Christ, opens up a fresh approach to Mary, the Mother of the Lord. Barth’s insights are of particular significance for dialogue between the Churches. Andrew Louth, an Orthodox priest, is Professor of Patristic and Byzantine Studies at the University of Durham, where he has taught since 1996. He taught previously in the Universities of Oxford and London and is an expert in the history and theology of Eastern Christianity. He is the ...

Tracking Toward Tribulation: And the Any-Moment Intervention by Jesus Christ is an intensively concentrated effort by fifteen of the top writers and broadcasters of our time to analyze the end-times issues and events bombarding America and the world.

The Life of Saint Macrina is a significant work of early Christian literature written by Bishop Gregory of Nyssa. In the form of a letter to the monk Olympus, Gregory describes the life and influence of his sister Macrina. Macrina – also known as "Macrina the Younger" – had helped to establish a monastery and convent in Pontus (in modern-day Turkey) in the fourth century AD. The story centres on Gregory’s final visit to Macrina and is written as testimony to her piety, sanctity, and holy influence.

Aquinas at Prayer draws attention to important aspects of Aquinas's life and work which have been all too often overlooked or forgotten. Today Aquinas is almost exclusively regarded as an outstanding scholastic philosopher and theologian. But what is little known is that Aquinas was, first and last, a teacher of the Bible - a Master of the Sacred Page. Moreover there is a distinctly mystical character to his theology. And, as a writer, he was not only a poet but, arguably, the greatest Latin poet of the Middle Ages.