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Persuasive Apologetics: The Art of Handling Tough Questions without Pushing People Away
by Jeffrey M. RobinsonWe cannot love others well without speaking the truthLoving our neighbors well includes engaging in robust conversations that destabilize false belief systems. In addressing the mind, will, and emotions of actual, complex people, Christian believers must develop various approaches to meet diverse personalities and multiple connection points. In Persuasive Apologetics, pastor and professor Jeffrey M. Robinson explores what's below the surface of intellectual-sounding objections to Christianity. He shows what it means to contend for the truth through real-life examples of communicating with those who hold differing beliefs. Robinson covers foundational and practical issues, such as • the importance of demeanor in being persuasive • various apologetic approaches • the influence of worldview presuppositions • using undercutting defeaters to expose faulty thinking • causes of nonbelief • the historical Jesus compared with figureheads of competing belief systems • the hope that Jesus offers Persuasive Apologetics will challenge serious seekers to peel back the layers of skeptical arguments and equip committed Christians looking to hone their apologetics skills.
Perto do Cume (Série Milionário da Montanha - Livro 1 #1)
by Lexy TimmsEscale a montanha para que você possa ver o mundo, não para que o mundo possa ver você. No fim, tudo que aprendi foi como ser forte. Sozinho. Lincoln é um ex-Seal da Marinha, que se encontra escondido nas montanhas do Oregon. Ele quer viver sua vida longe das pessoas. Ele está feliz sozinho, preferindo a paz e tranquilidade. No entanto, os demônios do seu passado ainda o assombram... Um dia, ele se depara com Pearl, uma jovem que está em uma aventura de caminhada sozinha, que se machuca gravemente e precisa da sua ajuda. Seu ferimento e uma tempestade de neve a obrigam a se abrigar com ele em sua cabana minúscula. As coisas esquentam entre eles, mas ele nunca revela quem realmente é e por que vive sozinho. Lincoln pode controlar seus desejos ou permitirá que os fantasmas do passado o alcancem? Série Milionário da Montanha Perto do Cume Crossing the Bluff Climbing the Mount
The Perversion Of Heaven (El Latido #1)
by Ghesia MorettBaronte is a demon that has perverted man for centuries. Adabel is an angel of love, empathy and piety. Nami is a Chinese girl, orphan and worker, who only has one Yucki, her Grandmother. Dassiel is the guardian angel of Nami and trusted brother of Adabel, who has not discover how much he is in love with his protege until it is too late. This character will cross their lives because of an impossible miracle: The heartbeat, the tremelus jump in the chest of the demon at stumble to Adabel in his fight for an innocent soul, being imprisoned by discovering his essence. The traps and games between heaven and hell, force these characters to live strange and dangerous situations, culminating in a deadly trap of hell, always using the hands of men. What is beyond all this? You will have to discover it by reading it. They will tell you in first person everything that it feel with their senses, everything that opens your feelings. A love that is above all human consideration, divine or diabolical
Pesach for the Rest of Us: Making the Passover Seder Your Own
by Marge PiercyEvery year, poet and novelist Marge Piercy creates her own Passover seder with a group of family and friends. Babies have been born and grown up, friends have moved or divorced, but the principals continue to gather in her rustic Cape Cod home to participate in a seder that Piercy takes joy in tweaking each spring to make it more meaningful. In this journey through the ritual, Piercy coaxes us toward “a significant contemporary interpretation, rather than an emphasis on what is strictly ‘correct’ or traditional. ” She reminisces about her grandmother, who thought herself unworthy to lead a seder because of her limited Hebrew but presided “morally” at the table; she urges adding an orange to the seder plate; she even describes her heroic efforts to make her own gefilte fish (an experiment not to be repeated). Piercy offers her distinct slant on each element of the feast and provides dozens of her own wonderful recipes, which she delivers in the same warm, commanding voice as is heard in her poems and prose: “When I told Ira that I was going to explain how to cook matzoh brei, he thought I was crazy. Everybody knows how to make matzoh brei, he said. But I am of the opinion that there is no longer anything that everybody knows how to cook. ” It is in that spirit–no question too simple–that Piercy welcomes readers to her kind of seder: a homemade and personal affair, the kind we all wish we could attend. This charming and instructive book of Passover wisdom, brimming with favorite dishes and Marge Piercy’s own moving Passover poems and blessings, invites us to look at an important Jewish ritual in a whole new way.
El peso de la gloria
by C. S. LewisEl peso de la gloria, de C.S. Lewis, el escritor cristiano más importante del siglo XX.Seleccionado de sermones predicados por C.S. Lewis durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial, estos nueve sermones muestran al querido autor y teólogo trayendo esperanza y coraje en tiempos de gran duda y ofrecen orientación, inspiración y una tolerancia compasiva para la fe cristiana durante un momento de gran duda.El peso de la gloria, considerado por muchos como el mejor de todos los sermones de Lewis, es una explicación incomparable de virtud, bondad, deseo, y gloria. También están incluidos Transposición, En el perdón, Por qué no soy un pacifista y El aprendizaje en tiempo de guerra, en el que Lewis presenta su visión compasiva del cristianismo en un lenguaje que es a la vez lúcido y convincente.
The Pet Sitting Service
by Danae DobsonThe Sunny Street Kids' Club books combine all the fun of being in a club with valuable lessons about responsibility, honesty, friendship, and being kind to others. So come on.be a Sunny Street Kid! It's a zoo when the Sunny Street Kids' Club comes up with a great idea for raising money--pet-sitting! But Connor and Ryan make all the plans without asking their parent's permission, and the result is disaster. This "hairy" experience teaches kids the importance of consulting parents.
Petal Power
by Sandra ByrdBook Eight in the Secret Sisters Series! Tess and Erin's teacher planned the perfect wedding--but now something's gone very wrong. Can the Secret Sisters save the day? Ms. Martinez, Tess and Erin's sixth-grade teacher, has planned a storybook wedding, and the whole class is invited! Some of the kids even offer to pitch in and help. But when Tess and Erin discover their beloved teacher crying after school--and learn the reason why--they make up their minds to do even more. At first, Tess's idea seems like a good one...even when it involves "stretching" the truth a bit. But soon it becomes clear to the girls that there's no such thing as a "helpful" white lie. Is there nothing they can do? Or can the Secret Sisters save the wedding flowers--and maybe the honeymoon--after all?
Pete the Cat and the Easter Basket Bandit (Pete the Cat)
by James Dean Kimberly DeanPete and his friends hunt for his missing Easter basket in this storybook—complete with a fold-out poster, stickers, and cards perfect for Easter celebrations!It’s Easter morning, and Pete's Easter basket is nowhere to be found! Who could’ve taken it?Readers will love helping Pete and his friends find the Easter Basket Bandit and learn that sharing is the sweetest gift of all! Pete the Cat and the Easter Basket Bandit is a must-have gift for Easter baskets!
Pete the Cat: Big Easter Adventure (Pete the Cat)
by James Dean Kimberly Dean#1 New York Times bestseller!Author and artist James Dean brings us along for a hippity-hoppity Easter adventure with the coolest cat around—Pete!Pete jumps in to help the Easter Bunny in Pete the Cat: Big Easter Adventure. When Pete wakes up Easter morning, ready to check out his basket of goodies, he discovers the Easter Bunny needs a little extra help. Our favorite groovy blue cat puts on his bunny ears and finds a way to collect, paint, and hide the eggs, all in time for Easter!Fans of Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes, Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons, Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes, and Pete the Cat Saves Christmas will love this Easter-themed Pete storybook. <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Pete the Cat: Five Little Bunnies (Pete the Cat)
by James Dean Kimberly DeanA New York Times bestseller!Bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean turn it up in Pete the Cat’s groovy adaptation of the classic children’s song “Five Little Monkeys”—with a hippity hoppity twist!One night, Pete the Cat was bunnysitting five little bunnies when all of the sudden…Five little bunnies hopping on the bed....!Sing along with Pete the Cat in his fun adaptation of "Five Little Monkeys" Fans of Pete the cat will love rocking out to this classic tune with a groovy Easter twist.
Peter: Keys to Following Jesus
by Tim GrayRenowned scholar Dr. Tim Gray masterfully guides you through the tumultuous and inspiring life of Peter--from his call to discipleship to his eventual martyrdom in Rome. Using Sacred Scripture and tradition, Dr. Gray highlights these important lessons from Peter's life.
Peter: Bold Disciple (God's People)
by Stephen M LuchterhandWho was Peter in the Bible?One of Jesus’ twelve disciples, Peter’s story is one that is sure to interest all Christians. Follow Peter through his personal encounters with Jesus, his bold professions of faith, and his spiritual journey from a fisherman to a “fisher of men.”As you read this book, you’ll discover familiar shortcomings that you might struggle with from time to time as well: lacking trust in God, denying Jesus in moments of pressure, and putting your own wants before God’s expectations for you. And you’ll be comforted by the same love and grace that Jesus showed to Peter and now to you.You’ll also learn about Peter’s mission following Jesus’ ascension and how that same mission applies to your life today.If you’re wondering who Peter was, or want to know how Peter’s faith journey impacts your own, this book is for you!Peter is part of the God’s People series by Northwestern Publishing House. It’s a wonderful collection about the lives and times of some of God’s chosen people. Plots and settings have been taken directly from the Bible, and each book features beautifully detailed, full-color illustrations.
Peter Abelard: Philosophy and Christianity in the Middle Ages
by Leif GraneOriginally published in 1970, Peter Abelard provides an exploration into the social and religious background to the story of Abelard and Heloise. The book presents the twelfth century as an age of renaissance, which saw the revival of Greek philosophy and Roman law, a renaissance just as important as that which was to come three centuries later. Through an examination of the life of Peter Abelard, the book offers an insight into this age of enlightenment in which dialects flourished and religious thought began to break away from the bonds of traditionalism. Peter Abelard will appeal to those with an interest in religious and social history, medieval history, and the story of Abelard and Heloise.
Peter Berger and the Study of Religion
by Paul Heelas David Martin Linda WoodheadPeter Berger is the most influential contemporary sociologist of religion. This collection of essays is the first in-depth study of his contribution to the field, providing a comprehensive introduction to his work and to current thought in the study of religion. Themes addressed include: * Berger on religion and theology* Religion, spirituality and the discontents of modernity* Secularization and de-secularizationA postscript by Peter Berger, responding to the essays, completes this overview of this major figure's work.
Peter -- False Disciple and Apostate according to Saint Matthew: False Disciple And Apostate According To Saint Matthew
by Robert H. GundryIn this highly original book Robert Gundry argues that the ways in which Matthew portrays the apostle Peter fit the description of false disciples and apostates elsewhere in Matthew’s Gospel.After surveying various wide-ranging assessments of Matthew’s portrayal of Peter, Gundry offers a brand-new analysis, examining every Matthean passage where Peter’s name occurs as well as passages where Matthew apparently omitted the name though it occurs in his sources. Gundry places Matthew’s portrayal of Peter within the framework of two major, distinctive themes in the First Gospel -- the church as a mixed body of true and false disciples and persecution as exposing false discipleship.Gundry uses this investigation to support his claim that Matthew portrays Peter as a false disciple and apostate, like Judas Iscariot, and that Peter’s denials of Jesus rule him out of God’s kingdom.
Peter -- False Disciple and Apostate according to Saint Matthew: False Disciple And Apostate According To Saint Matthew
by Robert H. GundryIn this highly original book Robert Gundry argues that the ways in which Matthew portrays the apostle Peter fit the description of false disciples and apostates elsewhere in Matthew’s Gospel.After surveying various wide-ranging assessments of Matthew’s portrayal of Peter, Gundry offers a brand-new analysis, examining every Matthean passage where Peter’s name occurs as well as passages where Matthew apparently omitted the name though it occurs in his sources. Gundry places Matthew’s portrayal of Peter within the framework of two major, distinctive themes in the First Gospel -- the church as a mixed body of true and false disciples and persecution as exposing false discipleship.Gundry uses this investigation to support his claim that Matthew portrays Peter as a false disciple and apostate, like Judas Iscariot, and that Peter’s denials of Jesus rule him out of God’s kingdom.
Peter L. Berger on Religion: The Social Reality of Religion (Key Thinkers in the Study of Religion)
by Titus HjelmPeter L. Berger on Religion provides an overview and critical assessment of the work of one of the most influential sociologists of the 20th century.Situating Berger’s writings on religion and secularisation in the broader framework of social constructionism, the book argues that neither he nor the research influenced by him consistently followed the constructionist paradigm. This assessment is informed by a close examination of The Sacred Canopy (1967), in particular. The volume also offers a Berger‑inspired constructionist framework for the study of religion.This book is an excellent resource for students and researchers interested in the intersection of religion and social theory.
Peter, Paul & Jacob
by Jonathan MitchellA VITAL PERSPECTIVE flowing from the ancestral wells of first generation Christianity This volume is a collection of commentaries on nine letters in the New Testament: one by Peter, seven by Paul, and one by Jacob ~ also known as James Recent scholarship and the continual dynamic of the Spirit have emerged to present a clearer View of the original springs from which the faith has flowed. Ad fontes: to the sources, Here we engage conversations with the ancestors as we wrestle With the interpretation of these Scriptures as they applied to them and as they are now appropriate to our time Over the past nineteen centuries of the translation and interpretation of the Greek texts, divergent and partisan views have caused an accumulation of rubble which filled in the wells of the New Testament manuscripts with earth" cutting off access to the original "springs," The flow of the Living Water from many verses and passages has been blocked. Genesis 26 records Isaac digging again the wells that Abraham had dug The envious Philistines had filled them in With earth. cutting off their supply and flow of life Like lsaac, each succeeding generation must endeavour to re-dig the wells and reopen the providential springs to release a fresh flow of the Living Word to the land. The interpretation and comments of this volume are based upon a comprehensive translation of the New Testament by the author THE NEW TESTAMENT God's Message of Goodness, Ease and Well-being Which Brings God '5 Gifts of His Spirit, His Life His Grace, His Power, His Fairness, His Peace and His Love * The reader is given multiple renderings of the Greek texts * The perspective is relevant to the early cultural and historical setting * Comments on each letter begin With a concise introduction * Critical attention is given to the Significance of the Greek verb tenses * Each verse is presented in bold face for easy reading * Alternate renderings are parenthetically inserted in light face * Multiple references are made to other NT letters and the four gospels * Additional quotes from various commentators are also Cited About the Author Jonathan Mitchell is an author speaker and translator of the Greek New testament He holds a master's degree in Anthropology from NAU and is a frequent guest teacher at conferences He resides With his family in Arizona. Other commentaries in the combining series by the author: Peter, Paul and Jacob, Comments on 1 Peter, Philippians, Colossians, 1 Thessalonians, 2 Thessalonians, 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, Titus and Jacob (James); John, Judah, Paul & ?, Comments on 1 John, 2 John, 3 John, Judah (Jude), Hebrews and Galatians; Peter's Encore & Later Paul.
Peter Paul Rubens and the Counter-Reformation Crisis of the Beati moderni (Sanctity in Global Perspective)
by Ruth S. NoyesPeter Paul Rubens and the Crisis of the Beati Moderni takes up the question of the issues involved in the formation of recent saints - or Beati moderni (modern Blesseds) as they were called - by the Jesuits and Oratorians in the new environment of increased strictures and censorship that developed after the Council of Trent with respect to legal canonization procedures and cultic devotion to the saints. Ruth Noyes focuses particularly on how the new regulations pertained to the creation of emerging cults of those not yet canonized, the so-called Beati moderni, such as Jesuit founders Francis Xavier and Ignatius Loyola, and Filippo Neri, founder of the Oratorians. Centrally involved in the book is the question of the fate and meaning of the two altarpiece paintings commissioned by the Oratorians from Peter Paul Rubens. The Congregation rejected his first altarpiece because it too specifically identified Filippo Neri as a cult figure to be venerated (before his actual canonization) and thus was caught up in the politics of cult formation and the papacy’s desire to control such pre-canonization cults. The book demonstrates that Rubens' second altarpiece, although less overtly depicting Neri as a saint, was if anything more radical in the claims it made for him. Peter Paul Rubens and the Crisis of the Beati Moderni offers the first comparative study of Jesuit and Oratorian images of their respective would-be saints, and the controversy they ignited across Church hierarchies. It is also the first work to examine provocative Philippine imagery and demonstrate how its bold promotion specifically triggered the first wave of curial censure in 1602.
Peter Powers and the Sinister Snowman Showdown! (Peter Powers #5)
by Brandon T. Snider Dave Bardin Kent ClarkIf you like the Avengers, Justice League, or The Incredibles, then you'll love this family of superheroes! This new chapter book series is perfect for reluctant readers.Join Peter Powers (the boy with not-to-super powers) and his friends for an exciting HOLIDAY-themed story of action, adventure, and... evil snowmen?! Everyone in Peter Powers's family has super awesome superpowers--except Peter. All he can do is make ice cubes and freeze stuff. But it's his favorite time of year, so who cares?! There's nothing like the holidays to put people in a good mood! But after Mr. Powers vanishes without a trace, other things in Boulder City start to disappear too. Now, it's up to Peter and his best friends, Chloe and Sandro, to search out who has a sinister heart of ice. Can the trio face the army of snowmen alone, or will the holidays be ruined for everyone?Peter Powers and the Sinister Snowman Showdown! is the fifth chapter book in a new series of exciting stories about a young boy who has some rather crummy superpowers. Each story is full of humor, action, and fun, but the charm can be found in the heartfelt message about the power of family, friends, and having confidence. (And look for a dastardly cameo by Santa's dark counterpart... Krampus!)©2017 by Hachette Book Group, Inc.
Peter Singer and Christian Ethics
by Charles C. CamosyInteraction between Peter Singer and Christian ethics, to the extent that it has happened at all, has been unproductive and often antagonistic. Singer sees himself as leading a 'Copernican Revolution' against a sanctity of life ethic, while many Christians associate his work with a 'culture of death. ' Charles Camosy shows that this polarized understanding of the two positions is a mistake. While their conclusions about abortion and euthanasia may differ, there is surprising overlap in Christian and Singerite arguments, and disagreements are interesting and fruitful. Furthermore, it turns out that Christians and Singerites can even make common cause, for instance in matters such as global poverty and the dignity of non-human animals. Peter Singer and Christian ethics are far closer than almost anyone has imagined, and this book is valuable to those who are interested in fresh thinking about the relationship between religious and secular ethics.
Peter the Pebble...Peter the Rock
by Candi MacalpineThe Journey BeginsDo you struggle with fear, have trouble controlling your temper or often wish you could take back careless words? The next time you think these issues disqualify you from witnessing for Christ, consider this: The apostle Peter had similar shortcomings, and Jesus called him the rock upon which His church was built! Join Dr. Candi MacAlpine as she brings fresh revelation and insight to the story of Peter, the disciple and unstoppable witness for Christ. In this practical and engaging study, you will discover how Peter&’s transformation from pebble to rock reflects the story of each believer. The spirit of Peter is within you. Peter the Pebble…Peter the Rock will inspire you to reflect on your walk with Christ, and take the first steps toward fulfilling your destiny. Seek the Lord, and let your journey of transformation begin!
Peter's Encore & Later Paul
by Jonathan MitchellPETER'S LETTER AND PAUL 'S SERMON UNVEIL DYNAMIC PERCEPTIONS concerning God's plan of the ages. This mystery which from the beginning was hidden in God is made known in Paul's theme of uniting all things in Christ. These revelations are for the multitudes, and Paul writes of nothing less than a new creation. This fresh, clear-cut compilation explores what God's reign Iooks-like, the realities of our life in Christ Within the called-out, covenant communities, and humanity's positive destiny and expectations. Additionally, Peter's insights and admonitions of personal and corporate growth in God's love are examined in detail. The first century context of his Judgment prophecies are considered in terms of the Old Testament apocalyptic character of the language that he used. This volume contains: * Verse-by-verse comments and explanations * Comparisons with other NT texts and With OT passages * Multiple quotes from various scholars * Additional articles on topical studies * A bonus, expanded translation of Psalm 23, from the Septuagint (LXX) The straightforward treatment of the texts and faithfulness to the Greek meanings lead the reader beyond traditional opinions and into a clearer understanding of God's ward. Comments are based upon THE NEW TESTAMENT, God's Message of Goodness, Ease and Well-being..., an original, expanded and amplified translation of the New Testament by the author. Peter's reminders and admonitions as well as Paul's unveilings and encouragements are excellent resources for students of scripture, study groups, leaders, pastors and seekers everywhere, JONATHAN MITCHELL is a teacher, speaker and translator of the Greek New Testament. He holds a master's degree in Anthropology from Northern Arizona University. He resides With his family in Arizona. Other commentaries in the combining series by the author: Peter, Paul and Jacob, Comments on 1 Peter, Philippians, Colossians, 1 Thessalonians, 2 Thessalonians, 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, Titus and Jacob (James); John, Judah, Paul & ?, Comments on 1 John, 2 John, 3 John, Judah (Jude), Hebrews and Galatians; Just Paul, Comments on Romans.
Peter's Return
by Cynthia CookeHIS EX WAS BEING HELD HOSTAGE BY A KILLER... But CIA agent Peter Vance has to protect the cover he' s painstakingly constructed during their years apart-- drug-cartel leader Baltasar Escalante believes Peter is a dealer. Planning Emily' s escape is the only thing Peter can do for the woman he' s never stopped loving, but the compassionate doctor refuses to bail when a dying little boy needs her specialized care. When Escalante learns the deal is a trap, Peter and Emily find themselves on the run in the Venezuelan countryside. Can Peter save his former wife from the drug lord' s wrath... and can he and Emily redeem the past?
Petitions to My Father
by Rhodora JamesAre you brokenhearted? Do you often feel left behind, left out, or forgotten? Author Rhodora James spent much of her life dealing with these issues; then she began to relentlessly penetrate the heavens with detailed, passionate prayers. today, this woman of God has received her breakthrough, and shares her Petitions to My Father to help you do the same.Stand firm in your faith; God has not forsaken you. He alone has the power to heal, comfort, and resotre you. Petitions to My Father will inspire you to persevere, and to keep praying until you receive your breakthrough. Whether your needs are physical or emotional, these incredibly powerful, life-changing prayers will set you on the path toward heavenly peace and wholeness.