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Though the Nicene Creed is regularly recited in weekly church services, few understand its historical origins and connections to Scripture and key Christian doctrines. This volume bridges the gap,...

This book surveys the current landscape of Old Testament studies, offering readers a concise guide to contemporary academic discussions.Bringing together a diverse group of experts, The State of Old...

A diverse team of leading scholars survey the current landscape of Pauline studies, offering readers a concise guide to contemporary discussions.Author: Nijay K. Gupta, Erin M. Heim, Scot...

In every generation, the study of Paul evolves with new insights and questions. This enigmatic ancient figure continues to ignite interesting conversations and vigorous debates.Complementing the...

This book challenges reductive modern readings of the transfiguration and shows how the mountain scene is not only about Jesus's glory but also about our own spiritual formation--Author: Patrick...

What difference does Jesus Christ make for the way we teach the Christian faith? If he is truly God and truly human, if he reveals God to us and us to ourselves, how might that shape our approach to...

Hassell Bullock has studied, taught, and written successful texts on the Psalms for forty years. In this book, he walks through how the Psalms convey the grand story of creation and redemption,...

Turning Points in American Church HistoryAuthor: Elesha J. CoffmanPublisher: Baker AcademicPublication Date: Jan 30, 2024Number of Pages: 304 pagesBinding: Hardback or Cased BookISBN-10:...

American history has profoundly shaped, and been shaped by, Christianity. This engaging introduction provides a brisk and lively yet deeply researched survey of these intertwined forces from the...

Types of EcclesiologyAuthor: David EmertonPublisher: Baker AcademicPublication Date: Nov 12, 2024Number of Pages: 224 pagesBinding: Hardback or Cased BookISBN-10: 1540968286ISBN-13: 9781540968289

This book introduces the study of the doctrine of the church. David Emerton highlights the breadth of contemporary ecclesiological thought by articulating five approaches to ecclesiology. He argues...

Christian universalism has become the subject of fierce debate in recent years. Numerous works have been published on the topic, making it difficult for readers to grasp different possible approaches...

What is the purpose of studying history? How do we reflect on contemporary life from a historical perspective, and can such reflection help us better understand ourselves, the world around us, and...

Why Studying Religion Matters in a Pluralistic Context This brief primer explains why Christian students should study religion, how they should go about it, and why it is important in our...

This accessible and carefully argued book wrestles with the perennial problem of petitionary prayer by placing it within the larger context of the Bible's cosmic conflict motif--Author: John C...

Christianity Today 2025 Book Award Finalist (Academic Theology)If God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and entirely good, why do we need to ask God to do good things? Won't God act for the best...

This Catholic commentary on the Book of Wisdom interprets Scripture from within the living tradition of the Church for pastoral ministers, lay readers, and students--Author: Mark GiszczakPublisher:...