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Written That You May Believe: Encountering Jesus In The Fourth Gospel
by Sandra M. Schneiders Sandra S. SchneidersWritten That You May Believe has quickly become a standard text for the feminist-informed study of the Gospel of John. Scholars have hailed its publication and dedicated a session at the American Academy of Religion to discuss its message. Lay readers have welcomed it as a companion in opening up the meaning of the Fourth Gospel, and small groups have begun using it as a guide in their devotional reading. This revised edition, enriched with new chapters from Sandra Schneiders and a study guide prepared by John C. Wronski offers new ways to nourish faith through the rich symbolism of the Gospel of John and an invitation to "dwell in" the liberating truth of Jesus.
Written to Be Heard: Recovering the Messages of the Gospels
by Paul Borgman Kelly James ClarkRecovers the lost messages of Mark, Matthew, Luke-Acts, and John for people todayThe words of the gospels were meant to be heard. While we can still appreciate the construction and grasp some understanding when we read, we miss much of the message because we&’re working in the wrong medium. In Written to Be Heard Paul Borgman and Kelly James Clark offer the keys to recovering the radical, relevant messages of each gospel as they were first heard.The shaping of the gospels for oral performances, which would have been obvious to ancient (mostly preliterate) listeners, is lost on even the best contemporary reader. With careful analysis of the gospel writers&’ particular voices within their own ancient literary context, Borgman and Clark equip readers to read as if hearing, focusing on overlapping patterns of hearing cues that shape each text and embed theological perspective.
Written to Be Heard: Recovering the Messages of the Gospels
by Kelly James Clark Paul BorgmanRecovers the lost messages of Mark, Matthew, Luke-Acts, and John for people todayThe words of the gospels were meant to be heard. While we can still appreciate the construction and grasp some understanding when we read, we miss much of the message because we’re working in the wrong medium. In Written to Be Heard Paul Borgman and Kelly James Clark offer the keys to recovering the radical, relevant messages of each gospel as they were first heard.The shaping of the gospels for oral performances, which would have been obvious to ancient (mostly preliterate) listeners, is lost on even the best contemporary reader. With careful analysis of the gospel writers’ particular voices within their own ancient literary context, Borgman and Clark equip readers to read as if hearing, focusing on overlapping patterns of hearing cues that shape each text and embed theological perspective.
Wrong-Doing, Truth-Telling: The Function of Avowal in Justice
by Michel Foucault edited by Fabienne Brion Bernard E. Harcourt translated by Stephen W. SawyerThree years before his death, Michel Foucault delivered a series of lectures at the Catholic University of Louvain that until recently remained almost unknown. These lectures--which focus on the role of avowal, or confession, in the determination of truth and justice--provide the missing link between Foucault's early work on madness, delinquency, and sexuality and his later explorations of subjectivity in Greek and Roman antiquity. Ranging broadly from Homer to the twentieth century, Foucault traces the early use of truth-telling in ancient Greece and follows it through to practices of self-examination in monastic times. By the nineteenth century, the avowal of wrongdoing was no longer sufficient to satisfy the call for justice; there remained the question of who the "criminal" was and what formative factors contributed to his wrong-doing. The call for psychiatric expertise marked the birth of the discipline of psychiatry in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries as well as its widespread recognition as the foundation of criminology and modern criminal justice. Published here for the first time, the 1981 lectures have been superbly translated by Stephen W. Sawyer and expertly edited and extensively annotated by Fabienne Brion and Bernard E. Harcourt. They are accompanied by two contemporaneous interviews with Foucault in which he elaborates on a number of the key themes. An essential companion to "Discipline and Punish," "Wrong-Doing, Truth-Telling" will take its place as one of the most significant works of Foucault to appear in decades, and will be necessary reading for all those interested in his thought.
Wrong Lanes Have Right Turns: A Pardoned Man's Escape from the School-to-Prison Pipeline and What We Can Do to Dismantle It
by Michael PhillipsThe unforgettable true story of one man&’s escape from the school-to-prison pipeline, how he reinvented himself as a pastor and education reform advocate, and what his journey can teach us about turning the collateral damage in the lives of our youth into hope.&“A heart-wrenching and triumphant story that will change lives.&”—Bishop T. D. JakesMichael Phillips would never become anything. At least, that&’s what he was told. It seemed like everyone was waiting for him to just fall through the cracks. After losing his father, suffering a life-altering car accident, and losing his college scholarship, Michael turned to selling drugs to make ends meet. But when his house was raided, he was arrested and thrown into a living nightmare.When it looked like he would be sentenced to spend years behind bars, the judge gave him a choice—go to a special college program for adjudicated youth or face the possibility of a thirty-year prison sentence. It wasn&’t hard to pick. From that choice, a mission was born—to help change the system that shuffles so many young Black men like Michael straight from school to prison. Today, Michael is the pastor of a thriving church, a local leader in Baltimore, and a member of the Maryland State Board of Education. He discovered that education was the path to becoming who he was created to be. Armed with research, statistics, and his powerful story, Michael tackles the embedded privilege of the education system and introduces ideas for change that could level the playing field and reduce negative impacts on vulnerable youth. He explores ways in which the readers can help advocate and provide resources for students, and points us to the one thing anyone can start doing, no matter who we are or what our role is: speak into young kids&’ lives. Tell them of their inherent worth and purpose. In this inspiring, thought-provoking, and energizing call to action, Michael&’s practical steps provide a way forward to anyone wanting to help create space for collateral hope in the lives of for young people around them.
The Wrong Messiah: The Real Story of Jesus of Nazareth
by Nick PageHe came from the wrong social class, the wrong place and the wrong profession. He ate with the wrong people, championed the wrong causes and attracted the wrong kind of supporters. He even spoke with the wrong accent. In fact everything about Jesus of Nazareth was wrong. How could this odd-job man be God's Messiah?To the authorities he was a dangerous rebel; to the pious he was scandalously unorthodox. Even his family thought he was mad. But somehow this builder from 'up north' - this outrageous, unorthodox, rebellious teacher and miracle worker - changed the world.In this illuminating new biography, Nick Page strips away centuries of misrepresentation and myth to reveal the real personality portrayed in the gospels. Drawing on a wealth of historical and archaeological research, the result is a startling and vivid new portrait of Yeshua ben Yosef - Jesus of Nazareth.Challenging and thought-provoking, THE WRONG MESSIAH will change the way you view Jesus: the man who in so many ways seemed utterly wrong, but who history has proved triumphantly to be right.
The Wrong Messiah: The Real Story of Jesus of Nazareth
by Nick PageHe came from the wrong social class, the wrong place and the wrong profession. He ate with the wrong people, championed the wrong causes and attracted the wrong kind of supporters. He even spoke with the wrong accent. In fact everything about Jesus of Nazareth was wrong. How could this odd-job man be God’s Messiah? In this illuminating new biography, Nick Page strips away centuries of misrepresentation and myth to reveal the real personality portrayed in the gospels. Drawing on a wealth of historical and archaeological research, the result is a startling and vivid new portrait of Yeshua ben Yosef. THE WRONG MESSIAH will change the way you view Jesus: the man who in so many ways seemed utterly wrong, but who history has proved triumphantly to be right.
Wrongly Accused
by Laura ScottA DESPERATE FATHER Only one thing matters to Caleb O'Malley: his daughter. Framed for his wife's murder, Caleb's only wish is to see his little girl. But Noelle Whitman, his daughter's foster mother, isn't buying his plea of innocence until bullets start flying and they're running for their lives. Staying one step ahead of the real killer proves nearly impossible, but former SWAT cop Caleb will risk everything to keep them safe. Because now there is nothing more important than Noelle and his daughter-not his freedom, not even his life. SWAT: Top Cops-Love in the line of duty
Wrongly Accused & Down to the Wire: A 2-in-1 Collection
by Laura ScottLove in the line of duty.Wrongly AccusedFramed for his wife’s murder, former SWAT cop Caleb O’Malley’s only wish is to see his little girl. But Noelle Whitman, his daughter’s foster mother, isn’t buying his plea of innocence—until bullets start flying and they’re running for their lives. Caleb will risk everything to keep them safe. Because now there is nothing more important than Noelle and his daughter—not even his life.Down to the WireThere’s only one man who can save schoolteacher Tess Collins—SWAT cop Declan Shaw. Her survival depends on him defusing a bomb in her classroom and protecting her from an unknown enemy. But keeping his onetime high school crush safe soon becomes more than just a job for the highly trained explosives expert. And it’ll take all his professional skills to catch the perpetrator before it’s too late.
Wurmbrand: Tortured For Christ - The Complete Story
by The Voice of the MartyrsThis biography explores the inspiring lives of Richard and Sabina Wurmbrand, telling the complete story in one volume for the first time! On February 29, 1948, Richard Wurmbrand was arrested by the secret police. His crimes? Leading Christian worship and witnessing—both of which were illegal under the atheistic Communist regime of Romania. He also spoke up for Christ at a gathering of party officials and religious leaders. Because of his faithfulness to Christ, he endured 14 years of prison and torture. His wife, Sabina, suffered two years of forced labor. They emerged not with melancholy or a bitter spirit but with a story of victorious faith. Though Richard and Sabina endured intense persecution, they remained outspoken and bold about sharing their faith in the God who saved them.
Wurmbrand Participant's Guide: A Six-Session Study on the Complete Tortured for Christ Story
by The Voice of the MartyrsAdvance God’s kingdom on your front lines—no matter the cost. Experience true stories of God’s love overcoming unimaginable cruelty and learn how you can walk with the Lord and see His power overcome opposition to the gospel in your neighborhood, workplace, school or home. We all struggle to apply biblical instructions to forgive, love, and reach our enemies for Christ. Let the story of Richard and Sabina Wurmbrand inspire you and your group as you study how God helps His followers faithfully serve in the face of extreme difficulty and opposition. In this study, you will see real-life examples of the kind of biblical discipleship to which we all aspire. God’s power is sufficient to overcome every obstacle we face, and His grace will transform the most sinful among us.
WWJD? Think About It
by Beverly CourregeLike millions of Christians, you may find yourself wondering, what would He do? But finding the answer is easier than you think. WWJD? Think About It challenges you by asking tough questions you face every day, showing you how Christians a hundred years ago answered the question -- based on excerpts from Charles Sheldon's best-selling classic, "In His Steps" -- and giving you Jesus' answers in select Scripture verses. By realizing what Jesus would do, or have us do, in everyday situations -- you will be empowered to make wise and lasting decisions.
Wyclif: Trialogus
by Stephen E. Lahey John WycliffJohn Wyclif is known for translating the Vulgate Bible into English, and for arguing for the royal divestment of the church, the reduction of papal power and the elimination of the friars and against the doctrine of transubstantiation. His thought catalyzed the Lollard movement in England and provided an ideology for the Hussite revolution in Bohemia. Wyclif's Trialogus discusses divine power and knowledge, creation, virtues and vices, the Incarnation, redemption and the sacraments. It consists of a three-way conversation, which Wyclif wrote to familiarize priests and layfolk with the complex issues underlying Christian doctrine, and begins with formal philosophical theology, which moves into moral theology, concluding with a searing critique of the fourteenth-century ecclesiastical status quo. Stephen Lahey provides a complete English translation of all four books, and the 'Supplement to the Trialogue', which will be a valuable resource for scholars and students currently relying on selective translated extracts.
The Wycliffe Bible Commentary
by Charles F. Pfeiffer and Everett F. HarrisonYou love God. You long to know Him more intimately, to see Him face to face. Now is the time to dig deeper into the Scriptures, to see the Bible come alive for you: chapter by chapter, sentence by sentence, word by word. Written by forty-eight leading Bible scholars, this powerful handbook walks you through the entire text of the Old and New Testaments (primarily in the KJV). From the majestic Genesis account of all the Creator brought into being to Christ's words at the end of Revelation ('Yea, I come quickly...'), you'll find insights to help you wrap your heart and mind around God's Word in the pages of The Wycliffe Bible Commentary.INCLUDES BONUS MATERIAL: Commentary on Romans from The Moody Bible Commentary. Michael Vanlaningham, professor of New Testament at Moody Bible Institute, introduces Romans and then takes you through it verse-by-verse. Known as Paul's most thorough treatment on Christian doctrine, Romans explores sin, faith, and God's redemptive purposes for the world in Jesus. Familiarity with this famous letter is indispensable for growth and maturity in your Christian faith.
The Wycliffe Bible Commentary
by Charles F. Pfeiffer and Everett F. HarrisonYou love God. You long to know Him more intimately, to see Him face to face. Now is the time to dig deeper into the Scriptures, to see the Bible come alive for you: chapter by chapter, sentence by sentence, word by word. Written by forty-eight leading Bible scholars, this powerful handbook walks you through the entire text of the Old and New Testaments (primarily in the KJV). From the majestic Genesis account of all the Creator brought into being to Christ's words at the end of Revelation ('Yea, I come quickly...'), you'll find insights to help you wrap your heart and mind around God's Word in the pages of The Wycliffe Bible Commentary.INCLUDES BONUS MATERIAL: Commentary on Romans from The Moody Bible Commentary. Michael Vanlaningham, professor of New Testament at Moody Bible Institute, introduces Romans and then takes you through it verse-by-verse. Known as Paul's most thorough treatment on Christian doctrine, Romans explores sin, faith, and God's redemptive purposes for the world in Jesus. Familiarity with this famous letter is indispensable for growth and maturity in your Christian faith.
Wyoming Abduction Threat
by Elisabeth ReesWhen a hideout is breached is anywhere safe? When his foster children&’s biological father attempts to abduct them at gunpoint, Sheriff Brent Fox&’s only priority is the kids&’ safety. And now caseworker Carly Engelman is next on the man&’s hit list, and it&’s up to Brent to guard her, too. But when their location is compromised, can Brent protect Carly and the kids…before he loses his chance to become a father? From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
Wyoming Christmas Heroes: Doctor St. Nick, Rescuing Christmas, Jolly Holiday, Jack Santa
by Jeri Odell Jeanie Smith Cash Linda Lyle Tammy ShuttlesworthDoctor St. Nick by Jeanie Smith Cash Annie Benson, widowed and seven months pregnant with twins, is convinced God doesn't waste time on unimportant people like her. She's working as a waitress in a little California town when she receives word she's inherited a small ranch in Wyoming. Excited and relieved, Annie wants to spend Christmas in her new home. As she exits the bus, the local doctor and her new neighbor, Gabriel St. Nick offers her a hand. While stuck in a snowstorm and in labor, can Gabe convince Annie that God loves her and so does he? Rescuing Christmas by Linda Lyle When Chris is separated from her group while snowmobiling, a sudden snowstorm leaves her stranded, and it is up to park ranger Paul Rogers to rescue her. Will being trapped in a remote cabin for Christmas bring them together, or will their anger extinguish the last sparks of their love? Jolly Holiday by Jeri Odell Kloie Olson has found the perfect man for her and her mom-Mom doesn't seem interested. Nine-year-old Kloie isn't easily deterred, and she arranges an accidental rendezvous between her mom and the firefighter, Luke Jolly. Will Kloie's persistence pay off, or will her mom remain stubborn to the end? Jack Santa by Tammy Shuttlesworth Firefighter Jack Trenton looks forward to playing Santa in order to fill some empty weekend hours. Then he meets Stacy Waters, and his act of kindness becomes more than brightening a widow and her young son's Christmas holiday. She believes if she falls in love again, her young son risks forgetting all about his biological father. Jack is determined to prove Stacy wrong, but can he succeed?
Wyoming Christmas Peril: An Uplifting Romantic Suspense
by Kathie RidingsCan they survive the cold of Cougar Mountain with a killer on their trail? Bailey O'Keefe is excited about her first Christmas in Wyoming—until she's taken hostage by a homicidal bank robber. When he escapes from custody, his only goal is killing Bailey. Now her life depends on FBI negotiator Sean Hanson and his remote cabin on Cougar Mountain. But in the icy Wyoming wilderness, their relentless pursuer is the least perilous danger they face…From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
Wyoming Christmas Quadruplets (Wyoming Cowboys #3)
by Jill KemererIn this inspirational romance, a woman finds love with a cowboy when she takes a job as a nanny to four newborn babies during the holiday season. Six weeks on a ranch caring for quadruplets—aspiring nurse Ainsley Draper&’s prepared for a busy Christmas. When the children&’s handsome uncle opens the door, her task gets extra complicated. Marshall Graham is upholding his promise to look after his twin sister, the babies&’ mom. But as family loyalty clashes with new love, will the perfect present include a future with Ainsley?
Wyoming Cold Case Secrets
by Sommer SmithA decades-old mystery. An extensive cover-up. This investigation could turn lethal. When the search for her birth parents is met with a threat to leave town, Brynn Evans turns to private investigator Avery Thorpe—and leads armed assailants to his door. With no clue why she&’s a target, Brynn and Avery rush to unfold her family&’s secret…and to stay alive. But when the truth reveals a decades-long conspiracy, can they survive a killer&’s plan to cover it up?From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
The Wyoming Heir
by Naomi RawlingsThe Cowboy in the Classroom Given a choice, Luke Hayes wouldn't ever leave his Wyoming ranch. Yet when his estranged grandfather dies, leaving him everything, he'll travel to Valley Falls, New York-but only to collect his sister and his inheritance. He won't be roped into saving a floundering girls' school, no matter what mathematics teacher Elizabeth Wells says. Elizabeth has defied social convention and her own family for the sake of her beloved Hayes Academy. Luke is pure rancher, from the tip of his Stetson to the scuff on his boots, yet he's also becoming her unlikely ally. Only he can help save her job and school...but how much will she lose when the time comes for him to leave?
Wyoming Hoofbeats
by Susan Page DavisA few moments later, she couldn't resist opening them just a bit and peeping out. The woman stood only a few yards from her, and she was staring frankly at Rachel. "Hello." Rachel swallowed hard. She opened her mouth but nothing came out. The people of the village would be incensed when they learned she had allowed herself to be seen by the outsider. She whipped around and darted behind the large pine tree. There was a bushy spruce close by, and she ran for it, hiding behind its spreading branches, and again stood still. She could hear the woman's soft footsteps, then silence. "I won't hurt you," came the melodious voice. Rachel said nothing. A footstep, and the branches of the spruce stirred. Rachel's heart raced as she hesitated, knowing she could lose the woman in the woods if she ran, but she was unable to turn away again. Suddenly, she was staring into brilliant, blue eyes.
Wyoming Lawman
by Victoria BylinMatrimony? Never again for deputy sheriff Matt Wiley. The only good thing from his first marriage is his daughter. His little girl might want a mother, but Matt knows that no woman should have to deal with his guilty secret, or his anger at God. He'll do his duty, serve the town of Cheyenne and keep his distance. Yet when courageous single mother Pearl Oliver comes to town, watching from the sidelines isn't an option- especially when Pearl lands herself in danger. His heart, Pearl's life and the safety of their town are all at risk. Only the love and faith he thought he'd left behind can help him win his way to happily ever after.
Wyoming Lawman & Winning the Widow's Heart
by Victoria Bylin Sherri ShackelfordSeeking justice…and finding loveWyoming Lawman by Victoria BylinDeputy sheriff Matt Wiley will never marry again. His little girl might want a mother, but no woman should have to deal with his guilty secret. Yet when courageous single mother Pearl Oliver comes to town, watching from the sidelines isn’t an option— especially when Pearl lands herself in danger. Now his heart, Pearl’s life and the safety of their town are all at risk…Winning the Widow’s Heart by Sherri ShackelfordWhen Texas Ranger Jack Elder stormed an isolated Kansas homestead, he expected to find a band of outlaws. Instead, the only occupant is Elizabeth Cole—and she’s just gone into labor. Jack helps deliver the widow’s baby girl and then leaves to pursue the murderer, who killed one of his own. But Elizabeth may hold the key to his unsettled past—and his hoped-for future.
Wyoming Mail-Order Bride
by Janet TronstadThe last thing this mail-order bride wantsis a husband… Stepping off the train in Wyoming Territory, mail-order bride Vivian Eastman&’s ready for a new life with her young ward—one that doesn&’t involve marriage. Left destitute after her grandfather&’s death, she&’s determined never to rely on a man again. And after her groom-to-be, rugged rancher Craig Martin, discovers the bridal agency sent him a society lady, the widower&’s all too happy to call off the wedding—even if his two children need a mother. But as Vivian&’s feelings for the single father grow, maybe there&’s a future for her at his homestead after all…