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PaperbackPaul the Missionary
Realities, Strategies and Methods
by Eckhard J. Schnabel
Biblical Foundations Book Award
Eckhard Schnabel's two-volume Early Christian Mission is widely recognized as the most complete and authoritative contemporary study of the first-century Christian missionary movement. Now in Paul the Missionary Schnabel condenses volume two of the set, drawing on his research to provide a manageable study for students of Paul ...
PaperbackHard Sayings of Paul
The Hard Sayings Series
by Manfred Brauch
The apostle Paul makes clear the central truths of Christianity. But sometimes he leaves us puzzled. As Peter said so long ago, Paul's "letters contain some things that are hard to understand."Is the law good? Is it better to be single or married? Is God really just? What wil happen to the Jews? Should women be allowed to teach? Seldom have the questions become easier over time.Manfred Brauch, drawing ...
PaperbackBecome What You Are
Spiritual Formation According to the Sermon on the Mount
by William W. Klein
If you were sitting today on a hillside listening to Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, how ought you respond? Become What You Are is the insider's guide to Jesus' agenda—the goal of spiritual formation. This goal is a transformed heart, a change at the inner center of our being, that leads to a life that pleases God. Or, as a shorthand, it means becoming like Christ.This unique approach to the ...
PaperbackThe Atonement
Its Meaning and Significance
by Leon L. Morris
Why is the cross the crux of Christianity? What are the meaning and significance of the atomement? The Bible uses a host of terms to illuminate the answers to these questions: covenant, sacrifice, the Day of Atonement, Passover, redemption, reconciliation, propitiation, justification. In plain English Leon Morris explains each of these words, thus opening up for students, pastors and teachers the ...
PaperbackMere Science and Christian Faith
Bridging the Divide with Emerging Adults
by Greg Cootsona
Many Christians have been brought up under the assumption that mainstream science is incompatible with genuine Christian faith—so when they see compelling evidence for biological evolution, for example, they feel forced to choose between science and their faith. The devastating effects of this dilemma are plain to see, as emerging adults either leave the faith or shut themselves off to the findings ...
PaperbackHear Ye the Word of the Lord
What We Miss If We Only Read the Bible
by Brent Sandy
Foreword by John H. WaltonECPA Top Shelf Book Cover Award
Long before the words of the Bible were written, God's communication through the spoken word rang out loud and clear. Jesus in particular commissioned representatives to speak on his behalf even during the time of his earthly ministry. And yet today we are a reading culture. It is easy for modern Christians to take ...
PaperbackMinistering in Patronage Cultures
Biblical Models and Missional Implications
by Jason Borges
Patronage governs many relationships in Majority World cultures. But regrettably, Western theologians and missionaries rarely notice this prominent cultural reality. Patronage—a reciprocal relationship between social unequals—is acentral part of global cultures and the biblical story of God's mission.
Misunderstanding patronage creates problems not only for Westerners ministering ...
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Downloadable audio fileInvest in Transformation
Quit Relying on Trust
Practicing Change Series
by Tod Bolsinger
Illustrated by Mark Demel
Foreword by Marty Linsky
Read by Taylor TuttA New Path Forward
In a world where skepticism often clouds judgment, communities need leaders who can reignite the spirit of unity and continuity. Trust is a delicate currency—it can be hoarded or squandered, but only whenwisely invested can it truly fuel transformation. Bestselling author Tod Bolsinger offers leaders a compelling guide for ...
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Downloadable audio fileSurrender to Love
Discovering the Heart of Christian Spirituality
The Spiritual Journey
by David G. Benner
Foreword by M. Basil Pennington
Read by William SlammonSurrender to the Only Perfectly Trustworthy Love
In our self-reliant era, most of us recoil from the concept of surrendering to a power or authority outside ourselves. But surrender need not be seen as threatening, especially when the One to whom we surrender is the epitome of goodness and love.
God doesn't want his people to ...
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Downloadable audio fileFaithful Disobedience
Writings on Church and State from a Chinese House Church Movement
by Wang Yi
Foreword by Ian Johnson
Edited by Hannah Nation and J. D. Tseng
Read by Martin YehChristianity Today Book Award Finalist—Missions/Global Church
Reader's Choice Award Winner
Throughout China's rapidly growing cities, a new wave of unregistered house churches is growing. They are developing rich theological perspectives that are both ...
