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The Way of Thomas offers a crystal clear, easy-to-understand new version of the Gospel of Thomas. Dr. Mabry, an expert in the mysticism of the world’s religions, then unpacks the core teachings of the gospel in ways that can shift not only how we understand ourselves, but how we view reality.

A profound call to Christian discipleship. An intensive course in Christian faith. A creative freedom to serve God that is deeply grounded in Scripture. These are ways to describe Sacred Listening, James L. Wakefield's adaptation of the classic Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius Loyola.

The essays in The Beauty and Glory of the Reformation illustrate the rich biblical, doctrinal, experiential, and practical heritage passed on by the great 16th-century Reformation. Through these studies, you will be challenged to treasure basic Reformation principles such as Scripture alone, Christ alone, and the glory of God alone, as well as to increase your awareness of what amazing spiritual mentors and models of godliness a variety of Reformation stalwarts were and what they can still teach us today.

This work is not only an important piece of history. It has been passed down from generation to generation to inspire you to stand for truth, and to be set ablaze with passion for the King of Kings.

They called him a saint. His enemies called him dangerous. But history remembers him as the man who dared to define the nature of Christ when the church stood on the edge of fracture. Cyril of Alexandria: A Beginner’s Guide is not just a book—it’s your front-row seat to one of the fiercest theological battlegrounds in Christian history. If you’ve ever wondered how the early church survived heresy, imperial pressure, and internal war, you’ll find the answer in the life of one bishop who refused to back down. Cyril wasn’t interested in theories. He wanted truth nailed down, ...

If there were such a job as the nation's pastor, Billy Graham would be the prime candidate.Having known more American presidents, foreign leaders, and famous people than any other American living or dead, he has been uniquely able to speak to the heart of the average person and bring peace and...

Written by experts but designed for the nonexpert, the Armchair series provides accurate, concise, and witty overviews of some of the most profound moments and theologians in Christian history.

What if everything you thought you knew about the early Church was only the surface of a much deeper story—one marked by blood, courage, controversy, and divine encounters? From the fiery descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost to the thunderclap of Martin Luther's 95 Theses on the Wittenberg door, Introduction to Church History pulls back the curtain on nearly 1,500 years of rich, raw, and revolutionary Christian history. But this isn’t just a textbook—it’s a journey into the soul of the global Church. For many believers, the past feels like a dusty archive—distant, irrelevant, ...

Five hundred years after the beginning of the Protestant Reformation, many people—Christians and non-Christians alike—view it as a conflict about issues that are no longer relevant to the church. But what if the Reformation still has something to teach us? What if the doctrines so vigorously debated and defended by the Reformers still matter today?

Jesus of Nazareth. Born in a manger. Worshipped as God. Crucified as a criminal. Resurrected in glory. But who was He—really? The question has divided empires, built creeds, and stirred the hearts of millions. And at the center of it all lies a mystery so bold, it redefines what it means to be human and divine at once. Hypostatic Union for Beginners: Exploring the Divine and Human Nature of Christ isn’t just another theology book. It’s a breakthrough guide to the most extraordinary truth in Christian history—explained without ivory-tower jargon or academic fog. Clear, compelling, ...

The Person and Place of Jesus Christ by Peter Taylor Forsyth A towering work of theology from one of the most influential Christian authors of the 20th century, The Person and Place of Jesus Christ by Peter Taylor Forsyth is a penetrating study of the central figure of the Christian faith. Originally delivered as the Congregational Union Lecture of 1909, this timeless volume remains a vital contribution to the conversation on Jesus Christ in Christian doctrine and theology. Forsyth, a brilliant theologian and former Principal of Hackney College, challenges both shallow liberalism and dry ...

Refresh. Renew. Reorient. Dig deeply into why and how we worship. Bob Webber, the Ancient-Future expert on worship, gives you a guided tour of culture, symbol, postmodernism, generational trends, Church history, in bite-size essays, awakening new hope, deeper understanding, and a passion to know God and worship him. Worship Leaders are the avatars of new music. This always brings the promise and hope of new songs for devotional and congregational worship. Yet, as we all know, refreshing worship is more than simply creating, producing and singing new music, it is connecting with the New Song...

"It was like falling off a cliff into a sea of explanations..." "Bold. Hard-hitting. Spellbinding. And shocking." Author Michael Rood dresses in the sandals, head covering, tunic, and robe from an ancient time and distant place. But don't let the authentic attire and humble introduction disarm you, for in the next split second, Michael shifts into high gear, grabs you by the hand, leads you on a journey back through your Bible, shakes you to the foundations of your soul, and changes you forever. What can a Jewish scholar and theologian teach a Christian about Christianity? Plenty! Michael ...

In this concise introduction to Calvin's life and thought, Elwood offers an insightful and accessible overview of Calvin's key teachings within its historical context. This is an engaging look at an all-important theologian.

UNA OBRA FUNDAMENTAL EN LA TEOLOGÍA BAUTISTA PARTICULAR Un Discurso sobre los Pactos, de Nehemiah Coxe, permanece como una de las rocas fundamentales de la teología del Pacto desde una perspectiva distintivamente bautista reformada. Existe un despertar en el interés de muchos latinoamericanos por estudiar la Biblia de la misma manera que Charles Spurgeon, John C. Ryle, John Owen, John Bunyan, Jonathan Edwards, George Whitefield, y en el presente hombres como Martyn Lloyd-Jones, J.I. Packer, R.C. Sproul, Joel Beeke, entre muchos otros, lo hicieron: La teología del Pacto ha sido el ...

La plus grande requête de la plus grande prière, soit le Notre Père, ne sera pas laissée sans réponse. Ces mots du Christ, ‘’Que Votre volonté soit faite sur la terre comme aux cieux,’’ sont les plus exaltés jamais prononcés ; ils indiquent le parcours de l’histoire et définissent la mission de chaque chrétien. À travers les enseignements des Écritures et des saints, des pères et des docteurs de l’Église, des martyrs et des visionnaires, du magistère et plus encore, vous pourrez découvrir en lisant ce livre comment vous engager dans la mission chrétienne de ...

Was Paul truly against the Law—or have we misunderstood his words for nearly two millennia? In Not Against the Law: The Apostle Paul in His Own Words, author Michael Antonio Jeter takes readers on a powerful journey into the heart of Paul’s teachings—through the lens of Scripture, history, and Hebraic context. This groundbreaking book dismantles centuries of doctrinal confusion and reveals the apostle’s unwavering commitment to Torah, covenant, and the teachings of the Messiah. Drawing directly from Paul's epistles and supported by historical and biblical references, Jeter ...

An unapologetic tale of 21 saints from 21 centuries, Against the Grain is a heroic love story. To add texture and depth, each century is set in its historical context and highlights a heroic virtue associated with the saint. For our church, nation, and culture to improve, there must be an increase in virtue. This is a playbook to stop playing defense and start playing offense. If you live as a sign of contradiction amidst our coarsening culture and are looking to live a life of greater virtue, perhaps even heroic virtue, be fortified with Against the Grain.

Joseph Dumond’s latest book is one of the most exciting biblical rollercoaster rides full of sensational revelations and fresh insights. If you are a seeker of truth—no matter at what personal cost—you will undoubtedly appreciate the precious pearls of great price enshrined in its pages. Let’s face it; when you go to hear a great preacher, for his message to be worth hearing, it needs to move you. You have become inspired, your focus has changed, and you have come away with a new resolve. So it is also with a book. It has to inspire you. It has to hold you, stir and lead you, and ...

LA MÉDULA DEL EVANGELIO POR SOLA GRACIA La doctrina de la imputación constituye el centro mismo, y la roca fundamental del Evangelio. Toda la humanidad desde la caída en Adán, se encuentra muerta en delitos y pecados. Sin embargo, nuestro pecado es puesto a Cristo en la Cruz, y su justicia nos es dada a través de la fe y el arrepentimiento. Sin imputación lo único que nos queda es una salvación por obras. Sin embargo, esta doctrina cardinal ha estado bajo constante ataque durante el siglo XX desde diferentes ángulos. J.V. Fesko ha hecho un trabajo magistral de proporciones épicas ...