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paperbackHow to Understand Your Bible
by T Norton Sterrett and Richard L. Schultz
Have you ever felt like you can't make sense out of the Bible but wished you could? Then this book is for you.
Starting from scratch, Norton Sterrett presents the general rules for reading the Bible's ordinary language andmoves on to specific principles that apply to special types of language such as parables, figures of speech, Hebrew poetry and symbols.
Richard Schultz ...
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To understand our roles in God's global mission, we first need to understand that mission. In this article, author Paul Borthwick shares eight ways that John 3:16 describes the missionary heart of God so that we can find our place as missionaries and disciples in God's kingdom.
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Mental health is a deeply personal and multifaceted part of our lives—and it's something God cares deeply about. Whether you're seeking to better understand yourself, support someone you love, or grow in your professional or ministry capacity, books can be powerful tools for insight and healing.
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How can we discuss love in a way that makes sense to children? Ned Bustard, author of "Saint Valentine the Kindhearted," believes that the timing of Valentine's Day near the beginning of Lent offers the perfect opportunity to engage with your kids about the magnificent and unconditional love of God.
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paperbackMisreading Scripture with Western Eyes
Removing Cultural Blinders to Better Understand the Bible
by E. Randolph Richards and Brandon J. O'Brien
Over 150,000 Copies Sold Worldwide!
Understand Scripture on Its Own Terms
What was clear to the original readers of Scripture is not always clear to us. Because of the cultural distance between the biblical world and our contemporary setting, we often bring modern Western biases to the text. For example:
- When Western readers hear Paul exhorting ...
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ebookHow to Understand Your Bible
by T Norton Sterrett and Richard L. Schultz
Have you ever felt like you can't make sense out of the Bible but wished you could? Then this book is for you.
Starting from scratch, Norton Sterrett presents the general rules for reading the Bible's ordinary language andmoves on to specific principles that apply to special types of language such as parables, figures of speech, Hebrew poetry ...
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paperbackIntelligent Design Uncensored
An Easy-to-Understand Guide to the Controversy
by William A. Dembski and Jonathan Witt
What is ID? Why is it controversial?Intelligent design is surrounded by a storm of debate. Proponents and opponents have both sought to have their voices heard above the din. Is it unscientific? Is it a danger to real Christian faith? Is it tryingto smuggle God into the classroom?Controversy can create confusion rather than clarity. So here to clear things up is Bill Dembski, one of the founders ...
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In a time when so many leaders are faltering, the question of how to remain faithful for the long haul has never been more pressing. Peter Greer and Jill Heisey, authors of How Leaders Lose Their Way, sought to understand what causes leaders to lose their way and what sets apart those who remain steadfast. Their research points to five essential practices that enable leaders to stay grounded, mission true, and faithful for a lifetime.
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From the halls of academia to the church pulpit to the public forum, books from InterVarsity Press strengthen the church, encourage individuals, and shape the academy. Across six publishing imprints, our books equip pastors, professors, ministry leaders, and Christian booklovers of all ages to deepen their personal faith, understand a biblical view of the world around them, and engage with that world faithfully. Explore the breadth of our six publishing imprints here.
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paperbackWhy Do I Feel Like This?
Understand Your Difficult Emotions and Find Grace to Move Through
by Peace Amadi
"Why do I feel this way?"
Sometimes life is a mess and we get overwhelmed by all sorts of conflicting, difficult emotions. We might be stressed or weary, anxious or fearful, paralyzed by insecurity or crushed by pain. Worse yet, some well-meaning people invalidate our feelings and tell us to just cheer up and forget our worries.
Rather than bypass the reality of our ...
