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This verse-by-verse exploration of the birth narratives reveals them as carefully crafted works of theology, written in the light of the resurrection and drawing on the Hebrew scriptures to reveal the nature of the God who sent his Son into the world for our salvation. They do not simply relate ancient history but invite us to believe in the risen Christ who is alive now, the real Godsend who comes to us as God's greatest gift.
The famous words of the great apostle Paul have inspired Christians of every generation to take to their hearts his teachings and follow his example of deep, undying love for Jesus. Henry Wansborough has distilled a lifetime of his own learning into this series of 40 compact and compelling meditations. Drawing on each of Paul's major letters, they will lead you to a richer understanding of his life and legacy, and so become a closer, more faithful, more lively follower of Jesus.
This is a book about women's leadership in the Church, examining the current situation and looking to the future. It surveys the latest scholarship on key passages in scripture relating to women leaders, as well as looking at the history of women leading in the Church, and offers practical advice on growing women leaders today. This is essential reading for women already in leadership, those exploring a call to ministry, and male leaders seeking how to best nurture women within the church.
In this revised edition of the bestselling 2006 Lent book, The Road to Emmaus, popular author Sister Helen Julian CSF offers insights into the lives of six figures in English spirituality, looking at their historical context and the themes unique to their writing. Described by the Church Times as 'an exercise in delight and sensitivity', it is an informative read that sheds light on such figures as The Venerable Bede and John and Charles Wesley.
In the last thirty years, there has been an explosion of interest in the Holy Spirit. God on the Inside takes a fresh look at the Spirit in the Old and New Testaments, considering its role in the life of individual believers and the future of the worldwide church. Nigel Wright, principal of Spurgeon’s College, London, has written extensively on church renewal, highlighting the importance of the Holy Spirit in Christian experience, and with this book he encourages every believer to engage with God on the inside.
Making choices that help the fruit of the Spirit emerge in our lives is often easier in theory than it is in practice. Living in Grace unpacks the idea of virtue ethics as a biblical approach to ethical dilemmas, focusing on the teachings of Jesus and Paul in particular.
At the heart of Christianity is a story - not a code nor a creed, but the story of Jesus. Christians have lived by this story for centuries and return to it again and again to renew faith and deepen understanding. This book is an accessible introduction to how that story is presented in the New Testament, firstly in the four different accounts of Jesus' life, death and resurrection, followed by the early years of the Church and the ensuing series of letters and commentaries on those events.
At the heart of the Gospel message is the image of a fruitful life – allowing Jesus to live his life in us and through us. In A Fruitful Life we ponder the teaching of Jesus in John chapter 15, the famous ‘vine’ passage. He is preparing his disciples for his departure and describing how they can be effective witnesses in a hostile world. Just as his instructions revolutionised their lives, so a proper understanding of what he is saying can revolutionise our lives also. ‘It is my desire through these pages to point you back to the simplicity of a life lived out of relationship with Jesus Christ. A life of intimacy, of abiding in him, is the source and spring of all other activity and endeavour. The branch bears fruit because it abides in the vine.’ See also our People’s Bible Commentary series for a commentary on each book of the Bible |
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