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The Problem of Evil - Thryft
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Nancy Pearcey, Charles W. Colson  | Tyndale House Publishers

The Problem of Evil

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Each of these three books ("Developing a Christian Worldview of Science and Evolution, Developing a Christian Worldview of the Problem of Evil," and "Developing a Christian Worldview of the Christian in Today's Culture") is drawn from Colson's highly successful "How Now Shall We Live?" Shorter in length and accessible to readers, the Developing a Christian Worldview series is ideal for small-group study and classroom use. Each chapter begins with pre-reading questions, and each study session is made up of newly written discussion questions, role-playing activities, and challenges to implement key insights. All are designed to help readers grasp Colson's arguments and learn how to use the points effectively with non-Christians.
How to be a Christian without Being Religious : Discover the Joy of Being Free in Your Faith - Thryft
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Fritz Ridenour | Baker Pub Group

How to be a Christian without Being Religious : Discover the Joy of Being Free in Your Faith

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Since the days of the Early Church, Christians have struggled to find a way to be 'good'-to please God by their own efforts. They end up carrying a burden God never intended them to bear. And what's more, their brand of Christianity ends up looking like any other religion of the world-bound by joyless rules and rituals. Fritz Ridenour's study of the book of Romans provides an antidote to the pharisaical spirit and shows that Christianity is not a religion but a relationship. It is not man reaching up, but God reaching down. Every Christian can enjoy his or her birthright when they realize who they are in Christ. The result is a life full of hope, joy, power and potential.
The Pursuit of Holiness
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Jerry Bridges | Navpress Pub Group

The Pursuit of Holiness

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If you're feeling that your spiritual growth has plateaued, "The Pursuit of Holiness" might be the catalyst you need. Bridges offers a relatable and practical approach to holiness, one that's marked not by unattainable standards but by daily choices and incremental progress. It's like having a wise mentor guide you on a journey where every small step is meaningful and grounded in both divine grace and personal commitment.
Dug Deep Down : Unearthing What I Believe and Why it Matters - Thryft
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Joshua Harris | Multnomah Books

Dug Deep Down : Unearthing What I Believe and Why it Matters

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What will you build your life on? With startling transparency, Joshua Harris shares how we can rediscover the relevance and power of Christian truth . This is book shows a young man who rose quickly to success in the Christian evangelical world before he realized his spirituality lacked a foundation—it rested more on tradition and morality than on an informed knowledge of God. For the indifferent or spiritually numb, Harris's humorous and engaging reflections on Christian beliefs show that orthodoxy isn't just for scholars—it is for anyone who longs to know the living Jesus Christ. As Harris writes, "I've come to learn that theology matters. It matters not because we want to impress people, but because what we know about God shapes the way we think and live. Theology matters because if we get it wrong then our whole life will be wrong." Whether you are just exploring Christianity or you are a veteran believer finding yourself overly familiar and cold-hearted, Dug Down Deep will help you rediscover the timeless truths of Scripture. As Harris challenges you to root your faith and feelings about God in the person, work, and words of Jesus, he answers questions such     • What is God like and how does he speak to me?   • What difference does it make that Jesus was both human and divine?   • How does Jesus's death on the cross pay for my sins?   • Who is the Holy Spirit and how does he work in my life?With grace and wisdom, Harris will inspire you to revel in the truth that has captured his own mind and heart. He will ask you to dig deep into a faith so solid you can build your life on it. He will point you to something to believe in again.
The New Evidence That Demands a Verdict, 1999 Edition : Fully Updated - Thryft
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Josh McDowell | Thomas Nelson Inc

The New Evidence That Demands a Verdict, 1999 Edition : Fully Updated

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Evidence I & II -The classic defense of the faith: Now fully updated to answer the questions challenging evangelical faith today.The New Evidence maintains its classic defense of the faith yet addresses new issues.The New Evidence is destined to equip believers with a ready defense for the next decade and beyond
You Can Understand the Bible : A Practical Guide to Each Book in the Bible - Thryft
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Peter Kreeft | Ignatius Press

You Can Understand the Bible : A Practical Guide to Each Book in the Bible

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Many people are often understandably intimidated or overwhelmed by the sheer size and complexity of the Bible. But now popular author and Boston College professor Peter Kreeft has written a clear road map of the Bible, focusing his keen insight and engaging wit on the core message of each book. It won't take long for you to understand why his guide to scripture has become a best-seller! Sparkling with intelligence and Kreeft's trademark humor, You Can Understand the Bible will transform dry study into spiritually satisfying adventures in God's Word. Regardless of how you approached- or didn't approach- the Bible before, you'll come away with a new appreciation of its depth and meaning. Kreeft also provides practical guidance for praying the scriptures every day, allowing the reader to delve into the messages of scripture in a manner that will surprise, delight, and reward.
Cries of The Heart : Bringing God Near When He Feels So Far - Thryft
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Max Lucado, Ravi Zacharias  | Thomas Nelson

Cries of The Heart : Bringing God Near When He Feels So Far

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In this profound message from one of the great thinkers of our generation, Zacharias explores the inner feeling of futility that can overwhelm a human heart and helps us to see a reason for our suffering, be comforted in loneliness, and experience an abiding faith in our daily lives. Cries of the Heart is a book that both inspires and reassures…a search that uncovers our hidden sentiments and reveals God's continual inescapable presence in every moment of our lives.
Pure Pleasure: Why Do Christians Feel So Bad About Feeling Good? - Thryft
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Gary L. Thomas | Zondervan

Pure Pleasure: Why Do Christians Feel So Bad About Feeling Good?

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Gary Thomas, one of this generation's most trusted writers about the spiritual life, explores what it means to build a life of true pleasure - one that will liberate your spiritual life, marriage, family, community, and outreach. Many Christians assume "pleasure" and "sin" are synonymous. Others define godly pleasure so narrowly that they drastically minimize the powerful and holy role that pleasure can play in their lives. Still others feel guilty even thinking about how to build a life of pleasure. For all of them, Pure Pleasure provides an entirely new paradigm. It invites Christians to embrace a life of true pleasure as a pathway to obedience, worship, and service. Building on his bestselling books Sacred Pathways, Sacred Marriage, and the ECPA Gold Medallion-winning Authentic Faith, Gary Thomas takes readers to a new level of faith by providing a theological and inspirational framework to help them cultivate the kind of life that pleases God. Abounding with spiritual insights and practical exercises, this book invites you to shake off the shackles of misunderstanding about sin, provides the freedom to approach life in Christ with new wonder and joy, and challenges you to experience life as God meant it to overflowing with pleasure. Also available: Pure Pleasure small group video study and study guide, Spanish edition, and more.
Early Christian Writings : The Apostolic Fathers - Thryft
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Clement of Rome, Maxwell Staniforth, Andrew Louth  | Penguin Books

Early Christian Writings : The Apostolic Fathers

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Letters and small-scale theological treatises giving a rich and powerful articulation of the Christian faith.The writings in this volume shed a glimmer of light, in an otherwise dark period, on the emerging traditions and organizations of the infant Church. They are a selection from a group known as the Apostolic Fathers, so-called because several of the authors were most likely disciples of the Apostles themselves. Like much of the New Testament, their writings take the form of letters, and for the most part deal with practical problems of the life of the early Church, as it struggled in the face of persecution to establish itself in the Roman world. They give us a picture of Christianity still drawing on the theology and traditions of its parent religion, Judaism.
Reason for the Hope within - Thryft
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Michael J. Murray, Alvin Plantinga  | Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.

Reason for the Hope within

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During the last two decades there has been a renaissance in the field of Christian philosophy. Unfortunately, most of this excellent work has not reached general readers.  Reason for the Hope Within  was produced specifically to make available the best of contemporary Christian philosophy in a clear, accessible—and highly relevant—manner.Fourteen of America's rising Christian philosophers cover many of the traditional themes of Christian apologetics as well as topics of special relevance to today's Reason for the Hope Within  provides readers with the most up-to-date resources for thinking about and defending the Christian faith.Douglas BlountRobin CollinsJ. A. CoverWilliam C. DavisScott A. DavisonDaniel Howard-SnyderFrances Howard-SnyderTrenton MerricksCaleb MillerMichael J. MurrayTimothy O'ConnorJohn O'Leary-HawthornThomas D. SenorW. Christopher Stewart
So the Next Generation Will Know : Preparing Young Christians for a Challenging World - Thryft
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Sean McDowell, Nick Foles, J. Warner Wallace  | David C Cook

So the Next Generation Will Know : Preparing Young Christians for a Challenging World

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Whether you’re a Christian parent, youth leader, or educator who works with Generation Z, this book was written for you. As powerful ideas in our increasingly secular culture shape more of this generation, trusted leaders must share what they know about Jesus in ways that will reach them. But how? Backed by the latest research and first hand experience, this powerful book shows how to share biblical truth with a generation that desperately needs to hear it in a way that draws them in instead of pushing them away.Written by two youth influencers and experts on Generation Z, Sean McDowell, Ph.D., and J. Warner Wallace, So the Next Generation Will Know is an extraordinarily practical and relatable  guide for anyone concerned with ensuring the next generation understands and embraces a biblical worldview.
The Grand Weaver: How God Shapes Us Through the Events of Our Lives
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Ravi Zacharias | Zondervan

The Grand Weaver: How God Shapes Us Through the Events of Our Lives

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If you often ponder the meaning behind life's twists and turns, "The Grand Weaver" could resonate deeply with you. Ravi Zacharias intricately unravels the notion that life is more than a series of random events, but rather a divinely orchestrated tapestry. It's a comforting read that may transform your perspective on daily happenings, helping you to see the significance in the seemingly insignificant.
The Historical Jesus - Thryft
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John Dominic Crossan | Harperone

The Historical Jesus

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"He comes as yet unknown into a hamlet of Lower Galilee. He is watched by the cold, hard eyes of peasants living long enough at a subsistence level to know exactly where the line is drawn between poverty and destitution. He looks like a beggar yet his eyes lack the proper cringe, his voice the proper whine, his walk the proper shuffle. He speaks about the rule of God and they listen as much from curiosity as anything else. They know all about rule and power, about kingdom and empire, but they know it in terms of tax and debt, malnutrition and sickness, agrarian oppression and demonic possession. What, they really want to know, can this kingdom of God do for a lame child, a blind parent, a demented soul screaming its tortured isolation among the graves that mark the edges of the village?"–– from "The Gospel of Jesus," overture to The Historical Jesus The Historical Jesus reveals the true Jesus––who he was, what he did, what he said. It opens with "The Gospel of Jesus," Crossan's studied determination of Jesus' actual words and actions stripped of any subsequent additions and placed in a capsule account of his life story. The Jesus who emerges is a savvy and courageous Jewish Mediterranean peasant, a radical social revolutionary, with a rhapsodic vision of economic, political, and religious egalitarianism and a social program for creating it.The conventional wisdom of critical historical scholarship has long held that too little is known about the historical Jesus to say definitively much more than that he lived and had a tremendous impact on his followers. "There were always historians who said it could not be done because of historical problems," writes Crossan. "There were always theologians who said it should not be done because of theological objections. And there were always scholars who said the former when they meant the latter.'With this ground–breaking work, John Dominic Crossan emphatically sweeps these notions aside. He demonstrates that Jesus is actually one of the best documented figures in ancient history; the challenge is the complexity of the sources. The vivid portrayal of Jesus that emerges from Crossan's unique methodology combines the complementary disciplines of social anthropology, Greco–Roman history, and the literary analysis of specific pronouncements, anecdotes, confessions and interpretations involving Jesus. All three levels cooperate equally and fully in an effective synthesis that provides the most definitive presentation of the historical Jesus yet attained.
Confessions
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Henry Chadwick, Augustine of Hippo  | Oxford University Press

Confessions

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If you're drawn to the intersection of philosophy, religion, and introspection, "Confessions" by Augustine may resonate deeply with you. Augustine's candid account of his tumultuous journey to Christian faith reveals the vulnerabilities and philosophical curiosities that define human experience. Henry Chadwick's clear, modern translation makes this classic spiritual autobiography accessible, inviting you to explore Augustine's transformative personal narrative alongside helpful explanatory notes that enrich understanding.
Joy in Christ's Presence - Thryft
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Charles Haddon Spurgeon | Whitaker House

Joy in Christ's Presence

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Goodreads rating: 4.44

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Real Contact with Jesus You can have an exciting relationship of intimate communion with Christ! In this book Charles Spurgeon describes the nature of such true fellowship. He also discusses how you can obtain...Peace, rest, and joyHealing for your bodyComplete forgiveness of sinsGod’s fulfillment of your needsThe assurance of your salvationThe protection of GodTotal freedom from fear God takes great delight in you, and you can take great delight in Him--more than you have ever known before! Discover how you can have the access and close companionship with Christ that you were meant to have.
Growing Strong : In the Seasons of Life - Thryft
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Charles R. Swindoll | The Doubleday Religious Publishing Group

Growing Strong : In the Seasons of Life

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What season of life are you in? Are you experiencing a winter of discouragement blowing like an icy wind through your soul? Or do you feel the exuberance of spring renewal, the lazy warmth of summer rest? Perhaps the winds of change have brought an autumn of reflection in your heart. Chuck Swindoll offers 144 devotional readings that take you through each season of the year, challenging and encouraging you to discover what's truly important in your own life. Take time to deepen your roots in the soil of God's love and grace. Growing Strong in the Seasons of Life is a devotional companion that helps you grow closer to God through every season of life, in every condition of the heart.
The Discipline of Grace: God's Role and Our Role in the Pursuit of Holiness
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Jerry Bridges | Navpress Pub Group

The Discipline of Grace: God's Role and Our Role in the Pursuit of Holiness

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"The Discipline of Grace" strikes at the heart of Christian life, offering a nuanced view that embraces both God's grace and our personal responsibility in spiritual growth. It's a comforting guide if you've ever felt lost between the need for divine grace and the call to personal holiness. Jerry Bridges addresses this delicate balance with clarity and wisdom, making it a meaningful read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of their faith journey.
Morning by Morning : Meditations for Daily Living - Thryft
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Charles Haddon Spurgeon | Whitaker House

Morning by Morning : Meditations for Daily Living

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Classic literature by famous Christian authors. Each book is richly detailed in an upscale package, uniquely designed for gift-giving and for collecting a personal classic library.
The Great Transformation : The Beginning of Our Religious Traditions - Thryft
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Karen Armstrong | Anchor

The Great Transformation: The Beginning of Our Religious Traditions

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"The Great Transformation" speaks to the history enthusiast in you, tracing the convergent roots of our most enduring religious traditions. It offers a perspective on the shared beginnings during the Axial Age, highlighting the importance of compassion and personal responsibility. Karen Armstrong invites readers to reflect on how these ancient insights remain deeply relevant to addressing today's global issues, making it a thought-provoking read that resonates beyond mere historical curiosity.
Mere Christianity
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C.S. Lewis | Harpercollins

Mere Christianity

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If you've ever been curious about the core of Christian belief, stripped of its denominational complexities, "Mere Christianity" could be a guiding light. C.S. Lewis's eloquent words bring to life the shared tenets of the faith in a way that's both thought-provoking and reassuring. It's a book that invites believers and seekers alike to find common ground in their spiritual journey.
The Case for a Creator
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Lee Strobel | Zondervan

The Case for a Creator

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If you've ever found yourself wondering if the complexities of our universe can really just be chance, "The Case for a Creator" could fascinate you. Lee Strobel takes you through a compelling narrative that bridges the gap between science and faith. It's not just for the spiritually inclined, but for anyone with a curiosity about the cosmos, biology, and the potentially divine intricacies within them.
Encounters With Jesus : Unexpected Answers to Life's Biggest Questions - Thryft
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Timothy J. Keller | Hodder & Stoughton

Encounters With Jesus : Unexpected Answers to Life's Biggest Questions

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In Encounters With Jesus, New York Times bestselling author and renowned pastor Timothy Keller shows how people were changed when they met Jesus personally—and how we can be changed today through our own encounter with him.  What is my purpose in life? What is a good life? Why is there so much wrong with our world? What can I do to help make it right? These are some of the big questions that everyone must answer. And any lasting change in our lives will start with a change to one or more of our answers to these questions.    Jesus changed the life of every person he met in the Gospels, through powerful experiences and words that led them to unexpected and transforming answers to their big questions. These conversations can still address our questions and doubts today. Originally published as an eSeries, Encounters with Jesus focuses on several of these meetings — including with a skeptical student, a religious insider, an outcast, even Jesus’ mother — and shows how the central events in Jesus’ life provide ways for us to encounter him again or for the first time.
The Fulfilled Family : God's Design for Your Family - Thryft
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John F. MacArthur Jr. | Thomas Nelson Inc

The Fulfilled Family : God's Design for Your Family

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With traditional family values in decline and under assault, how can parents convey Godly principles and morals amid competing messages? In The Fulfilled Family , John MacArthur, respected Bible teacher as well as experienced father and grandfather, takes a look at strategy for families as outlined in Ephesians 5 and 6. What is MacArthur's secret to his successful family? "There's no magic. There's no formula. There's no gimmick," he says. "It's not about how many times we did something, or who was in charge of this or that, or what kind of processes or methods we used. It comes down to questions that have to start in my Am I committed to obedience to the Spirit of God? Am I committed to the controlling influences of the Word of God? Am I going to live out a Christian life? Because you must first answer yes to all of those questions before you have a successful family."
Drawing Near - Thryft
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John Bevere | Thomas Nelson Publishers

Drawing Near

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In Drawing Near, John Bevere invites readers to explore a life of intimacy with God. Emphasizing the need for obedience, he urges us to practice-just as we would practice anything we hope to improve-our communication with the Holy Spirit. Understanding that prayer is a dialogue, not a monologue, Bevere encourages us to listen at the Father's feet. Study questions in each chapter offer opportunity for reflection, and a "How to draw near to God" section offers practical steps toward developing true intimacy with Him.
The Prodigal Prophet : Jonah and the Mystery of God's Mercy - Thryft
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Timothy J. Keller | Hodder & Stoughton

The Prodigal Prophet : Jonah and the Mystery of God's Mercy

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Em O profeta pródigo, Timothy Keller revela as camadas escondidas do livro de Jonas e mostra que, apesar de o protagonista dessa história ter sido um dos piores profetas de toda a Bíblia, ele tem muito em comum com a Parábola do Filho Pródigo e com o próprio Jesus, o qual vê muitas semelhanças entre si e o "profeta pródigo".Assim como a história de Jesus não acabou após três dias no sepulcro, o relato sobre a vida de Jonas também não chegou ao fim depois do mesmo período dentro do grande e misterioso peixe: ainda havia uma segunda parte a ser cumprida em seu ministério. Neste livro, Keller interpreta a extraordinária (e enigmática) conclusão dessa história e nos mostra a poderosa mensagem por trás da vida de Jonas: a extraordinária graça de Deus.
Certainty of the Faith, The - Thryft
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Richard B. Ramsay, Ramsay Richard  | P & R Publishing

Certainty of the Faith, The

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This book gives Christians greater confidence in their beliefs and tools to defend their faith in dialogue with postmodern man. It exposes the uncertainty of non-Christian thought, analyzes some of the best arguments of Christian apologists, and suggests answers to the most difficult questions we face.
My Utmost for His Highest - Thryft
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Oswald Chambers | Barbour Books

My Utmost for His Highest

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For nearly eighty years, countless millions of Christians the world over have trusted the spiritual companionship of Oswald Chambers’s classic daily devotional, My Utmost for His Highest. These brief scripture-based readings—by turns comforting and challenging—will draw you into God’s presence and form you as a disciple of the Risen Lord. You’ll treasure their insight, still fresh and vital. And you’ll discover what it means to offer God your very best for His greatest purpose—to truly offer Him your utmost for His highest. This edition includes Chambers’s complete original text, along with helpful subject and scripture indexes.
The Lotus and the Cross : Jesus Talks with Buddha - Thryft
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Ravi Zacharias | Multnomah Books

The Lotus and the Cross : Jesus Talks with Buddha

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Have you ever wondered what Jesus would say to Mohammed? Or Buddha? Or Oscar Wilde? Maybe you have a friend who practices another religion or admires a more contemporary figure. Drop in on a conversation between Jesus and some well-known individuals whose search for the meaning of life took them in many directions -- and influenced millions. Popular scholar Ravi Zacharias sets a captivating scene in this first in the intriguing Conversations with Jesus books. Through dialogue between Christ and Gautama Buddha that reveals Jesus' warm, impassioned concern for all people, God's true nature is explored. It's a well-priced, hard cover volume readers will want to own, and also share with others.
Walking in the Ways of the Lord - Thryft
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Christopher J.H. Wright | Intervarsity Pr

Walking in the Ways of the Lord

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Christians engaged with their contemporary world have renewed their interest in the ethical authority of the Old Testament. In the midst of various and sometimes conflicting approaches to Old Testament ethics, many have found sure footing and satisfying insight in the paradigmatic perspective developed by Christopher Wright's first book, An Eye for an The Place of Old Testament Ethics Today.Walking in the Ways of the Lord advances that perspective in several ways. Wright first investigates the perennial issues in approaching Scripture's ethical authority. He then considers the various ways in which the church has understood and lived under the ethical authority of the Old Testament, including a survey of contemporary approaches. Related to this are the question of how ethical decisions are made in the Old Testament and the ethical relevance of Israel as a society. Finally, in a series of insightful studies he employs his method by exploring the specific issues of land, jubilee, the state, human rights, and the struggle against corruption, dishonesty and injustice.
The Resurrection : Fact or Fiction? - Thryft
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Richard Bewes | Chariot Victor Pub

The Resurrection : Fact or Fiction?

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Recommendation: This book provides a thorough investigative analysis on the topic of the Resurrection. It offers compelling arguments for both facts and fiction surrounding the topic, leaving the reader to make their own informed conclusion. A short but thought-provoking read for anyone interested in exploring the topic of the Resurrection further.
The Hermeneutical Spiral - Thryft
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Grant R. Osborne | Intervarsity Pr

The Hermeneutical Spiral

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-- A 1993 Christianity Today Critics' Choice Award winner in theology and biblical studies.-- Covers recent developments in criticism and issues relevant to hermeneutics.Here In One Comprehensive Volume Grant Osborne provides seminary students and working pastors with an overview of the rudiments of all theological study. Beginning with the first steps in biblical exegesis, he thoroughly and thoughtfully discusses the movement from the study of Old and New Testament texts to the development of biblical and systematic theologies and, finally, to the preparation of sound, biblical sermons.Osborne contends that hermeneutics is fundamentally a spiral from text to context, from the original meaning of texts to their significance for the church today. His work divides into three major sections: (1) general hermeneutics, covering context, grammar, syntax and backgrounds; (2) genre analysis, covering specific guidelines for the interpretation of various types of biblical literature: and (3) applied hermeneutics, covering biblical, systematic, contextual and homiletical theology.
Christian Mission in the Modern World - Thryft
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John R.W. Stott | Intervarsity Pr

Christian Mission in the Modern World

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In recent years, the mission of the church has been defined in two almost exclusive ways. On the one hand are those who say the church must focus on evangelism and discipleship alone. On the other hand are those who advocate concentrating almost solely on societal reform. In this classic book, John Stott shows that Christian mission must encompass both evangelism and social action. He begins with careful definitions of five key terms-- mission, evangelism, dialogue, salvation and conversion. Then, through a thorough biblical exploration of these concepts, Stott provides a model for ministry to people's spiritual and physical needs alike. Ultimately, Stott points to the example of Jesus, who modeled both the Great Commission of proclamation and the Great Commandment of love and service. This balanced, holistic approach to mission points the way forward for the work of the church in the world.
Christian Psychology's War on God's Word : The Victimization of the Believer - Thryft
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Jim Owen | Eastgate Pub

Christian Psychology's War on God's Word : The Victimization of the Believer

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Owens calls believers back to the all sufficient Jesus Christ. He urges them to trust fully in Christ's ever present provisions, the power of His indwelling Holy Spirit, and the sure guidance of the inerrant Word of God.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer : In the Midst of Wickedness - Thryft
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Janet Benge | Ywam Publishing

Dietrich Bonhoeffer : In the Midst of Wickedness

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Born into a loving family, Dietrich Bonhoeffer pursued a life as a pastor, teacher, theologian - and spy. He spoke out about the trouble in Germany when Adolph Hitler came to power, urging the Christian church to rescue disparaged people groups and resist Hitler’s evil empire.Accused of being a troublemaker, Dietrich continued on fearlessly in the midst of wickedness. His work as a spy in the German resistance and participation in a plot to assassinate Hitler led to imprisonment and eventual execution. But the lesson of his life story “Not to speak is to speak. Not to act is to act” (1906-1945).
Charismatic Phenomenon - Thryft
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Peter Masters, John C. Whitcomb  | Wakeman Trust

Charismatic Phenomenon

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The authors describe the purpose of the sign-miracles and revelatory gifts of New Testament times, and their precise nature. Were they intended to be ongoing in the life of the Church? Numerous questions are here answered, such as, ‘What exactly are the greater works of John 14.12?’ and ‘Are the signs following, referred to in Mark 16, for today?’ This work has been helpful to many thousands, having passed through numerous printings in English, and having been translated into many other languages.
Prayer for Beginners - Thryft
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Peter Kreeft | Ignatius Press

Prayer for Beginners

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Peter Kreeft brings his unique insights to this most important area of our spiritual lives. He claims he himself is still a beginner in prayer, and this book is for all those, like him, who feel that they are not good at praying but desire to become much better at it. Thus, Kreeft offers simple, but profound advice and practical steps for developing a prayer life based on the time-tested wisdom of the saints and great spiritual writers, especially the principles found in Brother Lawrence's classic, The Practice of the Presence of God. In short, straight-forward and unsentimental chapters, Kreeft covers all the key areas for understanding and developing that intimate form of communication with our Creator that we call prayer. He covers such areas as the necessity of prayer, various motives and methods, steps, patience, suffering, sin, faith, and grace.
The Case for Faith: A Journalist Investigates the Toughest Objections to Christianity
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Lee Strobel | January 1, 2000

The Case for Faith: A Journalist Investigates the Toughest Objections to Christianity

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If you've ever grappled with questions about your faith, or found yourself debating Christianity's more controversial aspects, "The Case for Faith" might strike a chord with you. It's not just a book, it's a journey alongside a skeptically-minded author who's not afraid to ask hard questions. Lee Strobel's background in journalism brings a concise, evidence-based approach to tackling faith's biggest hurdles. Whether you're searching for answers or just appreciate a well-constructed argument, Strobel's book invites you to explore some of the most poignant debates around Christianity with both honesty and intellectual vigor.
The End of Reason : A Response to the New Atheists - Thryft
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Ravi Zacharias, Lee Strobel  | Zondervan

The End of Reason : A Response to the New Atheists

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In a culture that casts skepticism on the Christian worldview, you can be prepared to refute the most common arguments put forward by atheists with clarity and hope. When author Sam Harris confronted Christianity in Letter to a Christian Nation , reviewers called the book "marvelous" and a generation of readers--hundreds of thousands of them--were drawn to his message. Deeply troubled, Dr. Ravi Zacharias knew that he had to respond. For over thirty years, Dr. Zacharias has been an acclaimed apologist for Christian thought and belief. In this response, he gives a strong and rational answer to Harris's claims and questions, such In Zacharias's compelling and uplifting response, he spells Dr. Zacharias's words are not only for those who have read the writings of the new atheists, but also for Christians who have felt their beliefs come under fire in the marketplace of ideas. His powerful, passionate message will ignite you with the hope of the gospel and the authority of Jesus Christ's teachings.
The Catholic Church : A Short History - Thryft
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Hans Küng | Phoenix

The Catholic Church : A Short History

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Hans Kung's The Catholic Church: A Short History is a small masterpiece of historical and theological writing. Kung fairly and comprehensively presents almost 2,000 years of Church history in a mere 207 pages. He begins with Jesus, who "radiated a democratic spirit in the best sense of the word" and "did not proclaim a church, nor did he proclaim himself, but the kingdom of God." Throughout, in his analysis of every phase of Church history, Kung builds a case for a populist church, challenging the idea of a hierarchical Roman Catholic Church led by an infallible pope. The book concludes with a harsh analysis of the Church's betrayal of Vatican II. Kung, the primary writer of Vatican II, was censured by the Vatican in 1979 for questioning Church doctrine and banned from teaching as a Catholic theologian. Here, Kung levels particular criticism toward Pope John Paul II, whose primary accomplishment, he argues, has been to revive a "conservative and authoritarian" spirit in the Church. The pope's conservative views on the ordination of women, sexual morality, mixed marriages, and ecumenism draw Kung's fire. He calls for nothing less than a new Vatican council in order to bring the Church hierarchy back in line with the Church faithful. The view of the papacy held by the Catholic Church fellowship, oriented on the New Testament, is different from that of the Roman church bureaucracy. It is the view of a pope who is not over the church and the world in place of God, but in the church as a member (instead of the head) of the people of God. The Catholic Church is the best history of the Church in many years. Unlike many such books, it is written clearly enough to be understood by lay readers, regardless of their knowledge of Christian history; and it is short enough that it can be read in a day or two. Furthermore, Kung's controversial views are not presented as mere polemic. They are grounded in objective historical facts. Thus, he succeeds in providing a history that is both committed and objective. Readers who share those commitments will find a trove of knowledge to support their beliefs; readers who disagree will be moved to consider carefully the question of whether and how the Church should be further reformed. --Michael Joseph Gross
Be Still, My Soul : Embracing God'S Purpose And Provision In Suffering - Thryft
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Nancy Guthrie | Ivp

Be Still, My Soul : Embracing God'S Purpose And Provision In Suffering

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Since the beginning of humanity, the question of suffering-why it happens and how God works in it-has existed. What are you doing, God? Why is this happening? Where are you? These questions fill our thoughts when we experience deep pain and tragedy. Having lost two young children who suffered from a rare and incurable disease, editor Nancy Guthrie has put together this helpful collection of short readings exploring the question of suffering.This anthology includes essays from both classic and contemporary theologians, Bible teachers, and missionaries such as John Calvin, Charles Spurgeon, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, John Piper, Corrie ten Boom, Joni Eareckson Tada, and Helen Roseveare. Each entry expounds on a Bible verse, leading readers to see and be comforted by God's perspective, purpose, and provision in suffering.
Did I Kiss Marriage Goodbye? Trusting God with a Hope Deferred
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Carolyn McCulley, Joshua Harris  | Crossway

Did I Kiss Marriage Goodbye? Trusting God with a Hope Deferred

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If you've been grappling with the challenges and blessings of being single, Carolyn McCulley's insights could be a refreshing perspective. Her blend of personal stories with biblical wisdom makes this book relatable and encouraging. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to appreciate their single life as a unique opportunity to contribute to their community and grow in faith.
Making Sense out of Suffering - Thryft
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Peter Kreeft | Servant Books/st. Anthony Messenger Press

Making Sense out of Suffering

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This book is for anyone who has ever wept and wondered, "Why?" Peter Kreeft observes that our world is full of billions of normal lives that have been touched by apparently pointless and random suffering. This account of a real and honest personal quest is both engaging and convincing. Written from a deep well of wisdom derived from experience and careful observation, Making Sense Out of Suffering is a book for empty hearts, not full ones. Read it if you are hungry for insight into the mystery of suffering. A Servant Book.
Because God is Real : Sixteen Questions, One Answer - Thryft
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Peter Kreeft | Ignatius Press

Because God is Real : Sixteen Questions, One Answer

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Atheistic and agnostic writers are aggressively attacking traditional religious beliefs. Philosopher and prolific writer Peter Kreeft is up to the challenge in this work of popular apologetics aimed at both teens and adults. The masterful Kreeft tackles sixteen crucial issues about the deeper meaning of life. The questions that Kreeft explores range from, "Is faith reasonable?," Can you prove there is a God?", and "Why is Jesus different?," to "Why is sex so confusing?," "Why is there evil?", and "Why must we die?" Kreeft provides thoughtful, lucid, and persuasive answers for believers, unbelievers, and seekers to consider. As always, Kreeft is insightful, inspiring, and entertaining. This book is ideal for those exploring faith for the first time, as well as for confirmation and religious education classes. It's an intellectual and spiritual feast! This is vintage Kreeft. "The good news of the Gospel is as exciting as a murder mystery. For at its heart there is a the murder of God two thousand years ago in Jerusalem. And this God is the greatest of who He is and why He put us here, and why He came here and what His plans are for us. The story is literally a matter of life or death – eternal life or death."― Peter Kreeft "Be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in you."― 1 Peter 3:15
Catholic Christianity : A Complete Catechism of Catholic Beliefs Based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church - Thryft
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Peter Kreeft | Ignatius Press

Catholic Christianity : A Complete Catechism of Catholic Beliefs Based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church

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For the first time in 400 years the Catholic Church has authorized an official universal catechism which instantly became an international best-seller, the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Using this official Catechism, the highly-regarded author and professor Peter Kreeft presents a complete compendium of all the major beliefs of Catholicism written in his readable and concise style. Since the Catechism of the Catholic Church was written for the express purpose of grounding and fostering catechisms based on it for local needs and ordinary readers, Kreeft does just that, offering a thorough summary of Catholic doctrine, morality, and worship in a popular format with less technical language. He presents a systematic, organic synthesis of the essential and fundamental Catholic teachings in the light of the Second Vatican Council and the whole of the Church's Tradition. This book is the most thorough, complete and popular catechetical summary of Catholic belief in print that is based on the universal Catechism.
New Birth or Rebirth? : Jesus Talks with Krishna - Thryft
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Ravi Zacharias | Multnomah Books

New Birth or Rebirth? : Jesus Talks with Krishna

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Ultimate truth. The destiny of souls. The individual heart. Can Krishna and Jesus agree on anything?This is what Subramaniam, a real-life Hindu of the twentieth century, wonders as he enters a fictitious conversation between two religious figures who have changed the lives of millions. As Jesus and Krishna respond to each other’s view of life and the afterlife, they speak words straight from the texts of Christianity and Hinduism and straight into the soul.Subramaniam asks Jesus and Krishna hard questions about faith. Meanwhile, a fictional character, Richard, eavesdrops, asking himself the most important question of Does it really matter what I believe?
Signs of Life : 40 Catholic Customs and Their Biblical Roots - Thryft
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Scott Hahn | Image

Signs of Life : 40 Catholic Customs and Their Biblical Roots

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Scott Hahn, the bestselling author of The Lamb's Supper and Reasons to Believe, celebrates the touchstones of the Catholic life, guiding readers to a deeper faith through the Church's rites, customs, and traditional prayers. Signs of Life is beloved author Scott Hahn's clear and comprehensive guide to the Biblical doctrines and historical traditions that underlie Catholic beliefs and practices. Devoting single chapters to each topic, the author takes the reader on a journey that illuminates the roots and significance of all things Catholic, including: the Sign of the Cross, the Mass, the Sacraments, praying with the saints, guardian angels, sacred images and relics, the celebration of Easter, Christmas, and other holidays, daily prayers, and much more.In the appealing conversational tone that has won him millions of devoted readers, Hahn presents the basic tenets of Church teachings, clears up common misconceptions about specific rituals and traditions, and responds thoughtfully to the objections raised about them. Each chapter concludes with loving, good-natured, inspiring advice on applying the Church's wisdom to everyday life.
God's Outrageous Claims : Discover What They Mean for You - Thryft
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Lee Strobel | Zondervan

God's Outrageous Claims : Discover What They Mean for You

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Take the Bible seriously and you'll discover that God makes some pretty amazing claims about you -- and about what he wants to do in your life. God's Outrageous Claims examines important assertions that can transform your life into an adventure of faith, growth, and lasting fulfillment. Discover how to grow in virtue, relate to others with authenticity, and make a real difference in the midst of a culture that's unraveling at the seams. God's Outrageous Claims is your guide to an exciting and challenging spiritual journey that can change you and your world profoundly.
The Case for the Real Jesus : A Journalist Investigates Current Attacks on the Identity of Christ - Thryft
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Lee Strobel | Zondervan

The Case for the Real Jesus : A Journalist Investigates Current Attacks on the Identity of Christ

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Has modern scholarship debunked the traditional Christ? Has the church suppressed the truth about Jesus to advance its own agenda? What if the real Jesus is far different from the atoning Savior worshipped through the centuries? In The Case for the Real Jesus, former award-winning legal editor Lee Strobel explores such hot-button questions • Did the church suppress ancient non-biblical documents that paint a more accurate picture of Jesus than the four Gospels? • Did the church distort the truth about Jesus by tampering with early New Testament texts? • Do new insights and explanations finally disprove the resurrection? • Have fresh arguments disqualified Jesus from being the Messiah? • Did Christianity steal its core ideas from earlier mythology? Evaluate the arguments and evidence being advanced by prominent atheists, liberal theologians, Muslim scholars, and others. Sift through expert testimony. Then reach your own verdict in The Case for the Real Jesus.
Cloister Walk - Thryft
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Kathleen Norris | Riverhead Books

Cloister Walk

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Goodreads rating: 4.05

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Why would a married woman with a thoroughly Protestant background and often more doubt than faith be drawn to the ancient practice of monasticism, to a community of celibate men whose days are centered around a rigid schedule of prayer, work, and scripture? This is the question that poet Kathleen Norris asks us as, somewhat to her own surprise, she found herself on two extended residencies at St. John's Abbey in Minnesota. Part record of her time among the Benedictines, part meditation on various aspects of monastic life, The Cloister Walk demonstrates, from the rare perspective of someone who is both an insider and outsider, how immersion in the cloistered world -- its liturgy, its ritual, its sense of community -- can impart meaning to everyday events and deepen our secular lives. In this stirring and lyrical work, the monastery, often considered archaic or otherworldly, becomes immediate, accessible, and relevant to us, no matter what our faith may be.* A New York Times bestseller for 23 weeks* A New York Times Notable Book of the Year
Theology Of The Body For Beginners - Thryft
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Christopher West | Ascension Pr

Theology Of The Body For Beginners

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Goodreads rating: 4.26

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According to Pope John Paul II, if we live according to the true meaning of our sexuality, we "fulfill the very meaning of [our] being and existence." The human body is a "theology" because it is meant to be a sign of God's own life and love in the world. With clarity and precision, Christopher West unpacks John Paul II's Theology of the Body, translating it into a language everyone can understand. Theology of the Body for Beginners explores the profound interconnections between sex and the deepest questions of human existence, What is the meaning of life?Why did God create us male and female?How do we attain true happiness on earth?What kind of joys await us in heaven?Why is there evil in the world and how do we overcome it?How can we experience the love we long for in the depth of our hearts?

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