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From Charity to Social Justice: The Emergence of Communal Institutions for the Support of the Poor in Ancient Judaism
by Frank M. LoewenbergThis work explores the Jewish sources of philanthropic institutions in the Western world, a focus that has long been ignored by those who have focused their interest on the Greco-Roman culture. The author explores the possibility of Jewish influence on early Christian charities.
From Christ to Confucius: German Missionaries, Chinese Christians, and the Globalization of Christianity, 1860-1950
by Albert Monshan WuIn this accessibly written and empirically based study, Albert Wu documents how German missionaries—chastened by their failure to convert Chinese people to Christianity—reconsidered their attitudes toward Chinese culture and Confucianism. In time, their increased openness catalyzed a revolution in thinking among European Christians about the nature of Christianity itself. At a moment when Europe’s Christian population is falling behind those of South America and Africa, Wu’s provocative analysis sheds light on the roots of Christianity’s global shift.
From Christ to the World: Introductory Readings in Christian Ethics
by Wayne G. Boulton Thomas D. Kennedy Allen VerheyThis is a single volume that effectively introduces students to the full breadth of the discipline of Christian ethics. This reader captures the range of timely issues related to ethics but not at the expense of essays that show the theoretical foundations of the field. Part One examines the sources of Christian EthicsScripture, tradition, philosophy, and science. The norms, forms, and contexts of Christian moral theories are reviewed in Part Two. The final section discusses contemporary questions about human sexuality, medical practice, the use of force, economic justice, ecological responsibility, and more. Relevant biblical readings and a series of case studies accentuate the text. "
From Christianity to Spiritualism (Routledge Revivals)
by Charles Thomas CampionFirst published in 1935, From Christianity to Spiritualism provides a critical overview of Christian faith in relation to spirituality. It discusses themes like religion and worldview; the Bible old and new; Jesus and Paul; from Jesus to Christ; and spiritualism and values.The author says that a great deal has been written by spiritualists about the Bible as being a book full of happenings which are evidently psychic, and which therefore provides support for the belief that spiritualism is true and valuable today as it undoubtedly was in Bible times. The tendency of critical theology has, of course, always been to diminish the miraculous or supernormal elements in the Bible, and spiritualist explanations have rendered that process easier and more thorough. This is an interesting read for students of religion.
From Clement to Origen: The Social and Historical Context of the Church Fathers
by David Ivan RankinFrom Clement to Origen addresses the engagement of a number of pre-Nicene Church Fathers with the surrounding culture. David Rankin considers the historical and social context of the Fathers, grouped in cities and regions, their writings and theological reflections, and discusses how the particular engagement of each with major aspects of the surrounding culture influences, informs and shapes their thought and the articulation of that thought. The social and historical context of the Church Fathers is explored with respect to the Roman state, the imperial office and imperial cult, Greco-Roman class structures and the patron-client system, issues of wealth production and other commercial activity, the major philosophical thinkers in antiquity, and to rhetorical theory and practice and the higher learning of the day.
From Creation to the Cross: Understanding the First Half of the Bible
by Albert H. BaylisSharing his love and profound understanding of the Old Testament, Baylis takes us on a walk through these important books, pointing out perspectives and insights along the way that leave us with a new, personal understanding of the Old Testament, and, more importantly, of God. Now revised and updated to include all the book of the Old Testament.
From Creation to the Cross: Understanding the First Half of the Bible
by Albert H. BaylisMost Christians don't quite know what to do with the first half of the Bible. Some are fascinated by the historical sweep of the Old Testament. Others are blessed by its poetry. Still others focus on its prophecies. But what are the heart and soul of the Old Testament? In From Creation to the Cross, Al Baylis is a guide who shares with us his love for, and profound understanding of, the Old Testament. He walks us through the Old Testament, pointing out along the way perspectives and insights that leave us with a new, personal understanding of these thirty-nine books -- and more importantly, of the God of the Old Testament, who lovingly prepared the way before sending his Son. As Bruce Wilkinson puts it in the Foreword, "I could almost picture (Baylis) as a seasoned rabbi surrounded by a huddle of eager listeners. He doesn't simply teach the Old Testament; it's as if he personally reminisces through it." From Creation to the Cross is one of those rare books that speaks to a wide range of readers, from high school students to homemakers to college professors. This revised and expanded edition of On the Way to Jesus makes this unique and highly readable approach to the first half of the Bible available once again. It is ideally suited for use in Bible study groups.
From Crisis to Christ
by Paul N. AndersonOver the last century or more, scholars have unearthed valuable understandings of the historical and religious contexts out of which the New Testament writings have emerged. This accessibly written introduction notes over two dozen such crises and how the biblical text addresses and reflects them. From the ministry of Jesus, to the rise and progress of the Christian movement, to the epistles of Paul and other leaders, to a vision of God's final cosmic victory, the New Testament books are succinctly introduced in literary, historical, and theological perspective. Designed for optimal use in a 14- or a 10-week undergraduate or graduate course, each chapter is designed with four primary features in mind: (a) contextual crises shedding light on the subject, (b) connections with the biblical writings being discussed in that chapter, (c) primary features of the book(s) being discussed, and (d) an application section dealing with the relevance of the biblical content then and now. Call-out boxes and shorter vignettes will also be used to heighten particular themes, and images, charts, and maps will be used to make it a reader-friendly product.
From Daniel to Doomsday: The Countdown Has Begun
by John HageeJohn Hagee says, "The world as we know it will end, neither with a bang nor a whimper, but in stages clearly set forth in God's Word." His latest and most provocative book takes a cue from a cultural icon, the ticking clock. Hagee presents a prophetic "Doomsday Clock" and counts down the minutes-through prophetic events-which must occur before that fateful moment when every unredeemed individual must face God on Judgment Day. Citing examples from national and international media and using Scripture to confirm his insights, he presents a compelling argument to prove that time is indeed running out.
From Day One: Thriving After Salvation
by Angel Adams"From Day One is a step-by-step guide to what new believers should do for the first 12 days after salvation. This book is practical and hands-on while connecting the dots that are required to make lasting changes in a new Christian’s life." ~Adalis Shuttlesworth, PastorPastor Angel Adams uses her more than two decades of ministry experience to guide new believers on a path of continual growth, power, and victory as a new Christian while challenging mature believers to break out of a dry, dull relationship with God.An abundant life awaits, but it cannot be entered passively; it must be taken by force. Pastor Angel provides practical, achievable steps that develop passion, energy, and growth in the Lord. Amazing confidence and power can be yours.This can be your Day One…let’s go!About the AuthorAngel Adams is the pastor of New Day Christian Center in Wellsburg, WV. She is dedicated to preaching the gospel and activating Christians to walk in the power and authority of Jesus Christ. Angel and her husband, Scott, have reached generations of children, youth, and adults in the Ohio Valley with the gospel message for over 20 years.
From Death Unto Life: A Love Story
by Richard WaltnerThey met at the U of Mt, and in spite of the fact Laurie comes from a socialite family in Boston and Guy is a rancher/cowboy from NW Mt., it is love At first sight. Marriage follows graduation After three years of love and devotion for and to each other Laurie is pregnant. Tom assures them that Laurie's pregnancy is proceeding as it should and she should have a normal delivery. However, upon the birth of their daughter Laurie dies suddenly. Guy is devastated by the loss of Laurie, but finds some comfort in visiting with her spirit under the old oak tree. Little Laurie is now his full responsibility for which he is ill prepared. Then Julie comes into his life. Again love blossoms only this time it is a troubled love when Julie finds herself competing with Laurie for Guy's love. She tells him, "I will compete for your love with a living woman any day, but I cannot compete with a dead woman." She leaves him looking for a new life. It's a close call, however, the strength of Julie's love for Guy and Little Laurie overcomes all challenges. Julie and Guy find the abiding love and happiness both have been searching for, a love lasting many years. But that love and happiness is also shattered when once again death strikes suddenly taking it's tragic toll. Throughout a strange love affair between Guy and Terry is sustained also to be broken suddenly by death.
From Death to Life
by Susan WynnSusan Wynn’s life drastically changed when she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, a debilitating disease for which there is no cure. She felt hopeless and helpless, and began to abandon her dreams and plans for the future. Little did she know, a single decision would change everything. On July 26, 2001, Susan accepted Jesus Christ into her life; on September 2, barely one month later, her MS was gone. God miraculously healed her of an incurable disease, and restored her physically, spiritually and emotionally. She was given a second chance, and embraced the freedom of living a life renewed and fully committed to Christ. Experience Susan’s incredible journey From Death to Life. This inspiring true story of healing and restoration will challenge your perception of the impossible, and assure you that nothing is too difficult for God.
From Dependence to Dignity: How to Alleviate Poverty through Church-Centered Microfinance
by Rick Warren Brian Fikkert Russell MaskThe church of Jesus Christ finds itself at a very unique moment in history. The average Christian living in the “economically advanced countries” enjoys a level of prosperity that has been unimaginable for most of human history. At the same time, over 2.5 billion people in the Majority World (Africa, Asia, and Latin America) live on less than $2 per day, with many of these people being Christians. Ironically, it is amongst the “least of these” in the Global South that the global church is experiencing the most rapid growth. All of this raises profound challenges to the global church. How can churches and missionaries in the Majority World effectively address the devastating poverty both inside their congregations and just outside their doors? How can churches in the economically advanced countries effectively partner with Global South churches in this process? The very integrity of the global church’s testimony is at stake, for where God’s people reside, there should be no poverty (Deuteronomy 15:4; Acts 4:34). For the past several decades, microfinance (MF) and microenterprise development (MED) have been the leading approaches to poverty alleviation. MF/MED is a set of interventions that allow households to better manage their finances and start small businesses. From remote churches in rural Africa to the short-term missions programs of mega-churches in the United States, churches and missionaries have taken the plunge into MF/MED, trying to emulate the apparent success of large-scale relief and development organizations. Unfortunately, most churches and missionaries find this to be far more difficult than they had imagined. Repayment rates on loans are low and churches typically end up with struggling programs that require ongoing financial subsidies. Everybody gets hurt in the process: donors, relief and development agencies, churches and missionaries, and--most importantly—the poor people themselves. This book explains the basic principles for successfully utilizing microfinance in ministry. Drawing on best practice research and their own pioneering work with the Chalmers Center, Brian Fikkert and Russell Mask chart a path for churches and missionaries to pursue, a path that minimizes the risks of harm, relies on local resources, and enables missionaries and churches to minister in powerful ways to the spiritual and economic needs of some of the poorest people on the planet. The insights of microfinance can play a tremendous role in helping to stabilize poor households, removing them from the brink of disaster and enabling them to make the changes that are conducive to long-term progress. Moreover, when combined with evangelism and discipleship, a church-centered microfinance program can be a powerful tool for holistic ministry—one that is empowering for the poor and devoid of the dependencies plaguing most relationships between churches in economically advanced countries and churches in poor nations.
From Dirty To Dancing: God's Grace for Those Struggling With Pornography
by Mike Novotny"Pornography has made lots of us feel dirty. Men and women. Adults and children. Church-leading pastors and churchgoing people. ... Thank you for being courageous enough to explore this taboo topic. God's church needs more people like you, people who care enough to reach out for help or to reach out to help others." –Pastor Mike Novotny Has pornography dirtied your mind? Your soul? Your relationships? The way you look at other people? The way you look at God? Has pornography dirtied the life of someone you love? Your sibling? Your child? Your spouse? Your friend? How do you come clean? How can you help others do the same? From Dirty to Dancing is a gospel-centered resource to support Christians who struggle with pornography addiction. This uplifting book by pastor and popular author Mike Novotny has four goals to help you move from despair in sexual sins to celebration in God's forgiveness: Warn you of the dangers of pornography Show you that Jesus paid for sexual sins, too Encourage you to confess your sins to others Formulate a practical plan for conquering your addiction No matter how troubled or distressed you may be by your addiction to porn, From Dirty to Dancing assures you that—through Christ—God forgives you and longs to help you conquer your sinful struggles.
From Divine Timemaker to Divine Watchmaker: An Exploration of God’s Temporality (Routledge Studies in Analytic and Systematic Theology)
by R.T. MullinsThis book offers the most extensive exploration of divine temporality to date. It focuses on five main questions. First, what is time? Second, how is God responsible for the existence of time? Third, what does it mean to say that God is temporal? Fourth, what kind of structure might God give to a time series? Fifth, what are the implications for theological doctrines such as the Trinity, creation, providence, and life after death? The author offers a deep, critical engagement with the Christian tradition but also goes beyond to build analytic bridges to Jewish, Islamic, Hindu, and Jainist philosophical theology. The book provides an up-to-date discussion of issues within analytic metaphysics, philosophy of time, and philosophy of religion and draws on the resources of contemporary systematic, historical, and biblical theology.
From Dust They Came: Government Camps and the Religion of Reform in New Deal California (North American Religions #18)
by Jonathan H. EbelThe untold story of the federal government’s Depression-era effort to redeem Dust Bowl refugees in rural California through religionIn the midst of the Great Depression, punished by crippling drought and deepening poverty, hundreds of thousands of families left the Great Plains and the Southwest to look for work in California’s rich agricultural valleys. In response to the scene of destitute white families living in filthy shelters built of cardboard, twigs, and refuse, reform-minded New Deal officials built a series of camps to provide them with shelter and community.Using the extensive archives of the federal migratory camp system, From Dust They Came tells the story of the religious dynamics in and around migratory farm labor camps in agricultural California established and operated by the Resettlement Administration and the Farm Security Administration. Jonathan H. Ebel makes the case that the camps served as mission sites for the conversion of migrants to more modern ways of living and believing. Though the ideas of virtuous citizenship put forward by the camp administrators were framed as secular, they rested on a foundation of Protestantism. At the same time, many of the migrants were themselves conservative or charismatic Protestants who had other ideas for how their religion intended them to be.By looking at the camps as missionary spaces, Ebel shows that this New Deal program was animated both by humanitarian concern and by the belief that these poor, white migrants and their religious practices were unfit for life in a modernized, secular world. Innovative and compelling, From Dust They Came is the first book to reveal the braiding of secularism, religion, and modernity through and around the lives of Dust Bowl migrants and New Deal reformers.
From Eden to Egypt: A Guided Tour of Genesis (9Marks)
by Alex DukeThe Bible is one story told through dozens of people over thousands of years. As Christians, we know we're supposed to believe this - and so we do. But when we pick up our Bibles, if we're honest, we sometimes lose the thread, especially with some of the strange and obscure happenings in Genesis.We can't help but wonder, What's this all about?!Who- or what - are the Nephilim? What about this mysterious Melchizedek who seems to appear out of nowhere? Why are there so many genealogies? Why do Abraham and a Hittite haggle for so long about the price of a rinky-dink cave? Hang on, are we supposed to be comfortable with Abraham sacrificing his son? Or with Lot's, um, unseemly family dynamics? Or with Jacob's multiple wives? Why do the book's heroes so often act like villains?And, of course, what does all this have to with Jesus and the gospel?Careful readers of the Bible have many questions about Genesis. In From Eden to Egypt, Alex Duke will give everyday Christians a guided tour of these wonderful stories so that they'll see - perhaps for the first time - that it's all there for a reason."Alex has gifted the church with an accessible and faithful guide through the book of Genesis." —KIRK COUSINS, NFL Quarterback"With engaging storytelling and culturally relevant illustrations, Duke helps us see where God&’s people have been and where they&’re headed." —HUNTER BELESS, host of Journeywomen and author of Read it, See it, Say it, Sing it: Knowing and Loving the Bible
From Eden to Exile
by Eric H. ClineEric H. Cline uses the tools of his trade to examine some of the most puzzling mysteries from the Hebrew Bible and, in the process, to narrate the history of ancient Israel. Combining the academic rigor that has won the respect of his peers with an accessible style that has made him a favorite with readers and students alike, he lays out each mystery, evaluates all available evidence-from established fact to arguable assumption to far-fetched leap of faith-and proposes an explanation that reconciles Scripture, science, and history.Numerous amateur archaeologists have sought some trace of NoahÕs Ark to meet only with failure. But, though no serious scholar would undertake such a literal search, many agree that the Flood was no myth but the cultural memory of a real, catastrophic inundation, retold and reshaped over countless generations. Likewise, some experts suggest that JoshuaÕs storied victory at Jericho is the distant echo of an earthquake instead of IsraelÕs sacred trumpets-a fascinating, geologically plausible theory that remains unproven despite the best efforts of scientific research.Cline places these and other Biblical stories in solid archaeological and historical context, debunks more than a few lunatic-fringe fantasies, and reserves judgment on ideas that cannot yet be confirmed or denied. Along the way, our most informed understanding of ancient Israel comes alive with dramatic but accurate detail in this groundbreaking, engrossing, entertaining book by one of the rising stars in the field.
From Eden to Exile: Unraveling Mysteries of the Bible
by Eric H. ClineCombining the academic rigor that has won the respect of his peers with an accessible style that has made him a favorite with readers and students alike, he lays out each mystery, evaluates all available evidence - from established fact to arguable assumption to far-fetched leap of faith - and proposes an explanation that reconciles Scripture, science, and history. Numerous amateur archaeologists have sought some trace of Noah's Ark to meet only with failure. But, though no serious scholar would undertake such a literal search, many agree that the Flood was no myth but the cultural memory of a real, catastrophic inundation, retold and reshaped over countless generations. Likewise, some experts suggest that Joshua's storied victory at Jericho is the distant echo of an earthquake instead of Israel's sacred trumpets - a fascinating, geologically plausible theory that remains unproven despite the best efforts of scientific research. Cline places these and other Biblical stories in solid archaeological and historical context, debunks more than a few lunatic-fringe fantasies, and reserves judgment on ideas that cannot yet be confirmed or denied. Along the way, our most informed understanding of ancient Israel comes alive with dramatic but accurate detail in this groundbreaking, engrossing, entertaining book by one of the rising stars in the field.
From Eden to the New Jerusalem
by T. Desmond AlexanderUsing the theory to start from the denouement, or resolution, in Revelation's last verses and work backward, Alexander pieces together the Bible's overarching plot.
From Egypt to Sinai: A Devotional Commentary on Exodus
by Paul S MeitnerAre you struggling to trust in God?If you are, you’re not alone. This devotional book explores the relationship between the events recorded in the book of Exodus and the Christian’s daily struggle to trust in God alone.This book features opening prayers related to each chapter’s main theme, helping you connect the important spiritual lessons of Exodus to your own life.In From Egypt to Sinai, author and pastor Paul S. Meitner uses his knowledge as a scholar of church history and biblical interpretation to give you a full picture of the Exodus account from the Bible. Exodus isn’t just a historical account of the Israelites’ journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. It’s also the story of God leading Old Testament believers to the promised Messiah—Jesus Christ—and the personal journey of the Christian from trusting self to trusting God alone.In a world that is increasingly hostile to Christianity, this book will help you navigate the wilderness of the world with biblical wisdom and trust in God’s promises.
From Elder to Ancestor: Nature Kinship for All Seasons of Life
by S. Kelley Harrell• Explains the importance of creating a direct personal connection with Nature and how it is key to becoming an elder who will go on to become a wise Ancestor• Presents exercises and rituals to awaken and deepen your animistic connection to the world and help you intentionally craft yourself as a fit elder• Explores deep spiritual work with the Sacred Self, including shadow work and trauma honoring, as well as practices to help you heal your family lineFor millennia people connected with the Ancestors as part of their regular spiritual practice, seeking wisdom and inspired vitality from those who came before. Each member of a community grew up guided by sage elders, naturally walking the path into fit elderhood themselves and, upon their good deaths, becoming wise, capable Ancestors to whom their descendants could turn.Revealing how to restore the path from fit elder to wise Ancestor, S. Kelley Harrell explores the spiritual, cultural, and ancestral aspects of aging well. She explains the importance of creating a direct personal connection with Nature and of respecting the spirits who surround us, including asking their permission before engaging them in ritual or healing work. Exploring the concept of animism and how it is key to moving from elder to Ancestor, the author shares exercises for awakening and deepening your animistic connection to the world around you as well as rituals for embodiment and grounding.The author also examines the most powerful obstacles to dying well, exploring deep spiritual work with Sacred Self, including shadow work, the initiatory rite of heartbreak, and how to honor past traumas and dysfunctional patterns. She looks at forging a supportive connection with our Sacred Parents—the first Ancestors—as well as specific practices to help you heal your family line. She shows how recognizing that you are Nature—a part of the sacred order—allows you to begin rewilding and to honor your own sacredness. Showing that initiation into elderhood is the work of our lives, this book explains how, through personal introspection and engagement with the living world around us, we can cultivate our unique way to elder well.
From Enemy to Brother
by John ConnellyIn 1965 the Second Vatican Council declared that God loves the Jews. Before that, the Church had taught for centuries that Jews were cursed by God and, in the 1940s, mostly kept silent as Jews were slaughtered by the Nazis. How did an institution whose wisdom is said to be unchanging undertake one of the most enormous, yet undiscussed, ideological swings in modern history? The radical shift of Vatican II grew out of a buried history, a theological struggle in Central Europe in the years just before the Holocaust, when a small group of Catholic converts (especially former Jew Johannes Oesterreicher and former Protestant Karl Thieme) fought to keep Nazi racism from entering their newfound church. Through decades of engagement, extending from debates in academic journals, to popular education, to lobbying in the corridors of the Vatican, this unlikely duo overcame the most problematic aspect of Catholic history. Their success came not through appeals to morality but rather from a rediscovery of neglected portions of scripture. "From Enemy to Brother" illuminates the baffling silence of the Catholic Church during the Holocaust, showing how the ancient teaching of deicide-according to which the Jews were condemned to suffer until they turned to Christ-constituted the Churchs only language to talk about the Jews. As he explores the process of theological change, John Connelly moves from the speechless Vatican to those Catholics who endeavored to find a new language to speak to the Jews on the eve of, and in the shadow of, the Holocaust.
From Eternity to Eternity: Memoirs of a Korean Buddhist Nun
by Bulpil SunimFrom Eternity to Eternity is the story of Bulpil Sunim, arguably the most respected female Seon (Zen) master in Korea. Written with candor and an unpretentious sense of humor, her memoir provides both a fascinating record of her life and a deeply accessible window into Buddhist thought and spirituality. Describing and reflecting on her own experience of meditation and her journey as a woman in a male-dominated religious practice, she reveals the largely unknown realities of female monastic life in Korea. She also provides an unprecedented glimpse into her relationship with her father, the legendary Seon Master Seongcheol Sunim, who was widely considered a living Buddha in Korea. This lyrical autobiography, the first of its kind in Korean Buddhist literature, offers readers a chance to learn about Korean Seon meditation and practice from a woman’s perspective and will be of interest not only to scholars of Buddhism but to general readers curious about Buddhism, the experiences of religious women, or simply the remarkable life of a great spiritual leader.
From Eternity to Here: Rediscovering the Ageless Purpose of God
by Frank ViolaDiscover the sweeping story of God's eternal plan. Deep within God's Word lies a wondrous story like no other. A drama that unfolded before time began. An epic saga that resonates with the heartbeat of God. A story that reveals nothing less than the meaning of life and God's great mission in the earth.From Here to Eternity presents three remarkable stories spanning from Genesis to Revelation. Each story traces a divine theme that is woven throughout scripture. Seen together, they offer an extraordinary glimpse into God's highest passion and grand mission. What you discover will forever change your view of life, the church, and our magnificent God.