Outline : Richard Hooker (1553/4 - 1600) was the premier theologian of the early church of England, and has been treated in the past by scholars primarily as the architect of "Anglicanism." The contributors to this volume facilitate new perspectives on Richard Hooker's theology. A wide range of scholars consider Richard Hooker's theology within the full context of late 16th- and early 17th-cent…
Outline : You are different, but that's not bad. It's beautiful. When the popular girls invite Kiki to try out for the school's talent show with them, she's excited to be part of their group. But after a successful audition, Mom tells Kiki she can't sing the song the girls chose. Now Kiki has a big choice to make: stay with her new friends and ignore the bad feeling in her stomach, or take a ri…
Outline : GOD IS SOVEREIGN OVER ALL. This truth has been especially precious to Christians in times past, and for good reason. When it comes to knowing and serving God, the significance of this doctrine is hard to overstate. Yet do we truly understand what God’s sovereignty means and how it ought to impact our lives? In this accessible little book, noted theologians discuss God’s sovereignt…
Outline : Francis Robers, like other Puritans, believed Christians can and should have a deep assurance of their salvation. He was also convinced that 1 John contains more marks of being a true believer than any other book in the Bible, making it "a rich treasury for Christian assurance," In Believer's Evidences for Eternal Life, Robers curates this precious repository of comfort and exhibits i…
Outline : The authors of the New Testament regularly quote and allude to Old Testament passages that point to the presence, person, and work of Jesus. Jesus himself claimed that Moses wrote about him (John 5:46). And on the road to Emmaus, Jesus instructed the disciples from "Moses and all the prophets" regarding himself (Luke 24:27). Though Christians affirm that the Old Testament bears witnes…
Outline : The Bible was written within collectivist cultures. When Westerners, immersed in individualism, read the Bible, it's easy to misinterpret important elements―or miss them altogether. In any culture, the most important things usually go without being said. So to read Scripture well we benefit when we uncover the unspoken social structures and values of its world. We need to recalibrat…
Outline : How should we read the book of Revelation? Interpreting Scripture faithfully is a challenge with regard to any text and for any reader of the Bible. But perhaps no text confronts and confuses readers as much as the book of Revelation. With its vivid imagery and rich prophetic language, John's Apocalypse provokes and stirs our imaginations. Some have viewed it primarily as a first-cent…
Outline: "A quest for truth in its deepest sense, which draws in every element of human longing and aspiration" The Augustine Way retrieves Augustine's scriptural and ecclesial approach for a healing and hopeful apologetic witness for today.
Outline : John Goldingay offers a substantive and useful commentary on the book of Joshua that is both critically engaged and sensitive to the theological contributions of the text. Goldingay treats Joshua as an ancient Israelite document that speaks to twenty-first-century Christians. He examines the text section by section - offering a fresh translation, textual notes, paragraph-level comment…
Outline : Everyone is a theologian―even your little one. Each board book in the For the Bible Tells Me So series offers kids ages 0–4 an introduction to key facets of the gospel and a glimpse at the joy found when children embrace Christ as their Lord and Savior.
Outline : Yours, till Heaven invites you into the untold love story of Charles and Susie Spurgeon to discover how the bond between this renowned couple fueled their lifelong service to God. You'll see how they joined hands and kept their eyes on God while they faced the earthly challenges of loneliness, physical affliction, popularity, controversy, and many other trials. This is no sappy romanc…
Outline : With prayer, all things are possible! Did you know that a simple prayer can change everything? In Big Dreams & Powerful Prayers Illustrated Bible, bestselling author Mark Batterson presents 30 stories from the Old and New Testaments along with real-life applications that show God can do anything if we come to him with an open heart. From Adam and Eve to David, Daniel, the disciples, P…
Outline : God promises that one day he will redeem his image bearers and renew the earth. In this addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series, Graham A. Cole examines the concept of divine glory as well as God’s plan for redeeming individual believers, the church, and the universe. Through careful study of Scripture, he shows Christians how their future identity as glorified …
Outline: In this addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series. Mark D. Thompson clearly teaches what Jesus taught about Scripture, how God speaks to his people through it, and the crucial work of the Holy Spirit to apply it. This volume unpacks the doctrine of Scripture as taught by the church through the ages, strengthening readers' confidence in God's word and its application.
Outline: "From beginning to end, Scripture unveils from shadow to reality that Jesus is God the Son incarnate." Some people think of Jesus as a great prophet or a wise philosopher; others see him as an important religious leader or even a revolutionary. In this addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series, Stephen Wellum challenges these claims as he argues for the divinity of Je…
Outline: The Hebrew Old Testament, Reader's Edition combines the text of the Westminster Leningrad Codex with a running list of glosses of every word that occurs fewer than 75 times in the Hebrew Old Testament. Those with limited knowledge of Hebrew can smoothly read the text without needing to constantly refer to other reference resources - accelerating their facility with the Hebrew text and …
Outline : This newly revised third edition of Jesus and the Gospels prepares readers for an in-depth exploration of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Esteemed New Testament scholar Craig Blomberg considers the Gospels’ historical context while examining fresh scholarship, critical methods, and contemporary applications for today. Along with updated introductions, maps, and diagrams, Blomberg’s…
Outline : Pairing depth of scholarship with contemporary application, the authors of From Pentecost to Patmos have produced a unique introductory New Testament textbook. Craig Blomberg and Darlene Seal provide the context and clarity that readers need to better understand Acts through Revelation, showcasing the historical, linguistic, and theological implications found in each book. This second…
Outline: Family devotions with historical context - Discover new insights into Scripture together! Biblical historian, teacher, and author in the bestselling video-based series That the World May Know, Ray Vander Laan is known for insightful and practical Bible teaching that explores God's Word in its historical, cultural, and geographical context. Now, in Living in the Master's Plan, he provid…
Outline : Through God may seem far off, or invisible to your eyes, if you take a look around, then you just might be surprised! God is always working. Cuddle up and connect with your child as you experience the joy and awe of discovering hidden images in the pages of He Is There. With flashlight in hand, kids will clearly see God at work in creation and in their daily lives. Pick up this Shine …
Outline: Fearfully and wonderfully made to be loved, Valuable just 'cause you're you, Uniquely designed, you are one of a kind. Little boy, do you know this is true? Snuggle up and remind your little boy how special and treasured he is.
Outline: Understand the Past as God Wrote It. The Bible is so much more than stories we tell our children - it's the breathed word of God, and it's alive for us to explore today! Help kids understand the reality of the scriptures with Exploring the Bible through History. This teaching resource provides depth that goes beyond the typical Sunday school or children's church lesson by placing 25 ke…
Outline : When we read Scripture, we enter the divine classroom for sanctifying instruction. In Taught by God, Brandon D. Smith contends that Scripture is not simply a collection of historical facts or moral rules; it is an encounter with the living God. Engaging with figures such as Origen, Justin, Hugh of St. Victor, Aquinas, and Luther, Smith illustrates how a premodern way of reading Script…
Outline : In this one-of-a-kind volume, author and poet Gracia Grindal has written 366 sonnets based on the life and ministry of Jesus to inspire meditation and reflection. Each poem entry is based on a specific biblical connection and relates to a holy day or season. The book's introduction provides historic background on Gospel harmonies, tells the story of how the author created the sonnets,…
Outline : If we want to know the truth about God, we need a sound approach to incorporating what the whole Bible teaches. In this concise introduction to systematic theology, theologian Graham A. Cole explores how we move from Scripture to doctrine in order to shape what we believe, what we value, and how we live. He shows us the importance of having the right method: rooted in the word of God,…
Outline: The History of Apologetics follows the great apologists of church history to understand how they approached the task of apologetics in their own cultural and theological context. Each chapter looks at the life of a well-known apologist from history, unpacks their methodology, and details how they approached the task of defending the faith. By better understanding how apologetics has be…
Outline: As you look to the future for Christ’s return, learn how to live now for his glory. James Boice was known in his pastoral ministry for offering clear, practical, and biblical instruction. Never before published, this dynamic work on Revelation 1–6 gives his final thoughts on the church and on worship, as well as on facing trials in the light of heavenly realities and Christ’s re…
Outline: The Will in Its Theological Relations addresses human freedom and God's decrees within a nineteenth-century debate over full-blown determinism. More specifically, John L. Girardeau challenges Jonathan Edward's doctrine of the will and its tendency to identify certain foreknowledge with causal necessity. While appreciative of Edwards as a brilliant thinker and spiritual giant, Girardeu …
Outline: A Journey through the Bible for Kids Reading the Bible is like taking a trip through God's story, setting out to explore and experience the beautiful views found within. But without a map, it's easy to get lost. Exploring the Bible leads kids ages 6–12 through the Bible one day at a time over the course of a year. For use alongside any Bible, this workbook will help them see the ov…
Outline : Introduce Kids to the Savior of the World This Bible reading plan for children ages 6–12 guides them through the life of Christ over the course of a year, teaching kids what Scripture says about Jesus. In less than five minutes a day, children will get to know the life and teachings of Jesus and his offer of abundant life to all who believe in him. Each weekly entry includes: -…
Outline: Family Devotions Made Easy! Enjoy having 52 weekly family devotions that you can do in as little as 5 minutes! When your schedule is packed with errands and extracurriculars, making time for family prayer can feel like a chore. How can you keep little kids, preteens, and parents engaged in prayer? 52 Weekly Devotions for Family Prayer offers a year's worth of unique family prayer meth…
Outline : For many, the doctrine of predestination is intimidating. Often tried to personal emotions and heated debate, this topic can be difficult to study - let alone view as a blessing. This addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series carefully examines God's word to answer fifteen commonly asked questions regarding the doctrines of election and reprobation. While reading, yo…
Outline: Share if you love Jesus, Scroll past if you follow the devil. Most Christians have encountered phony posts on our feeds meant to riles us up. But not everything we see on social media is obviously absurd. As online spaces increase in importance, we urgently need to consider how to love our neighbors on the internet - and this includes sharing the truth. Rachel I. Wightman has seen this…
Outline: Christian friendship isn't just a nine-to-have. It's vital. But it's also dangerous. If Jesus is right that there is no greater love than lay down our lives for our friends (John 15: 13), we need to learn this love as if our life depends on it. No Greater Love walks us through biblical friendship - a love that's been neglected and malnourished in our modern world. Friends can support u…
Outline: In our world, we use the word heart to refer to our emotions. But the Bible uses the word heart to refer to the governing center of life. We need to grasp the true meaning of the heart in order to better understand ourselves, our sin, and our need for redemption. As we rediscover the heart as the source of all our thoughts, fears, words, and actions, we will discover principles and pra…
Outline : Herman Bavinck's Classic Work on Christian Scholarship, Translated and Edited for the First Time in English. After completing his well-known book Christian Worldview, Dutch Reformed theologian and scholar Herman Bavincks focused his attention on how the Christian faith benefits higher learning, particularly religious studies, natural sciences, and the humanities. This translated and…
Outline : A personal odyssey through the world of Christian higher education, narrated by a professional who has worked on both sides of the faculty-administrative divide. What is the world of Christian higher education really like? With thirty years of experience in Christian academia, Rick Ostrander provides an insider’s perspective on the field and its future.
Outline : The Library of New Testament Studies (LNTS) is a premier book series that offers cutting-edge for a readership of scholars, teachers in the field of New Testament studies, postgraduate students and advanced undergraduates. All the many and diverse aspects of New Testament study are represented and promoted, including innovative work from historical perspectives, studies using social-s…
Outline : Creation is waking to start a new day. The bords life their voices. We hear what they say: "Good morning, God loves you!". Being reminded of God's love is the best way to begin and celebrate each day.
Outline : If you're saved and you know it... Do you ever struggle with the insecure feeling of not knowing for sure if you will go to heaven? Is there any way to overcome that doubt? With pastoral love and concern, John MacArthur answers the second question with an authoritative yes! He carefully examines the classical biblical texts affirming the forever quality of salvation, but does not igno…
Outline: Amy Carmichael went to South India in 1985 and remained there without a break until she entered into Life in January 1985. Was this only a great woman who did a great work? The impression left by this book is rather that she was the servant of a great God.
Outline : Masyarakat luas memberi bermacam-macam tafsiran tentang etika. Begitu pula judul buku ini menimbulkan banyak pertanyaan. Di sini etika dilihat sebagai ilmu atau refleksi sistematik atas keseluruhan norma-norma dan penilaian-penilaian, yang digunakan oleh suatu masyarakat untuk mengetahui bagaimana manusia seharusnya menjalani kehidupannya. Buku ini merupakan usaha seorang ahli etika m…
Outline : Masalah pada kebohongan adalah hal itu seringkali tidak terdengar seperti kebohongan. Itu sepertinya tidak berbahaya dan kadang terdengar benar. Jadi, apa yang akan dilakukan oleh seorang Mama Beruang ketika anak-anaknya menyerap kebohongan-kebohongan budaya tanpa berpikir kritis? Buku Apologetika Mama Beruang adalah buku yang Anda nantikan. Buku panduan yang ditulis para ibu kepada s…