Gordon W. Lathrop

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Illinois

A Liturgical Theology

Cyril of Jerusalem wrote about "holy things." He thereby reflected the communion invitation used in his fourth-century liturgy to call people to "taste and see that the Lord is good" (Mystagogical Catecheses). The present times call for strong and healthy symbols that hold people into hope. The Christian communities need a reintroduction into the ways in which liturgical symbols respond to human need. Indeed, Lathrop argues, Christian communities continually need to reconsider the meaning of their liturgies and reform those liturgies toward authentic clarity. In its three parts, this book (1) proposes that an ecumenical pattern or ordo of worship can be discerned which is also a pattern of meaning, (2) discusses the ways in which meaning occurs in the meeting for worship itself, and (3) draws practical conclusions about the organization of that meeting and its importance to current human need. Throughout, Lathrop undertakes to do theology, that is, to say what the liturgy actually says about God. --From publisher's description

Holy Things

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Robert D. Jones

Biblical Help for a Common Problem

A practical guide to anger management focuses on changing the underlying motivations and beliefs of the heart that drive angry behavior, offering Christ-centered ways to handle anger and see the fruit of thorough and lasting change. Original.

Uprooting Anger

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Haddon W. Robinson

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

The Development and Delivery of Expository Messages

Noted preacher and teacher of preachers, Haddon Robinson, drawing on his two decades of teaching, shares his insights into what goes into an effective sermon--as well as what should be left out.

Biblical Preaching

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Lewis Bevens Schenck

An Historical Study of the Significance of Infant Baptism in the Presbyterian Church

Frank A. James III describes this classic volume as "an apology for the Calvinist conviction that the children of Christian parents properly belong to the church and therefore ought to be admitted to its visible membership through the sacrament of baptism." "Schenck's passion and insight inspire us to discard our empty view of baptism with its sentimental, sleepy, and perfunctory notions of children," writes James in the introduction. "Instead, he would have us praise God for the wonderful grace extended to our covenant children." Schenck seeks to protect and preserve parents' responsibility to nurture their children spiritually. The Presbyterian Doctrine of Children in the Covenant was first published in 1940. Lewis Bevens Schenck (1989-1985) was a professor at Davidson College for forty years. Book jacket.

The Presbyterian Doctrine of Children in the Covenant

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Colin Marshall

Tony Payne

The Ministry Mind-Shift That Changes Everything

The ministry mind-shift that changes everything. "This is the best book I've read on the nature of church ministry", says Mark Dever. "The Trellis and the Vine is a dangerous book to read. It demolishes precious and much-loved idols..." says Ben Pfahlert.

The Trellis and the Vine

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Robert Kolb

Thomas J. Nettles

Richard L. Pratt

John Castelein

Paul E. Engle

Gain an understanding of baptism from four main traditional perspectives.

Of all the sacraments, the practice of baptism is often the most disputed. Christians hold different views of its exact significance, who should receive baptism and how old they need to be, the practice of rebaptism, and baptism as a requirement for church membership.

In Understanding Four Views on Baptism, four historic views on baptism are considered in depth:

 * Baptist view: baptism of the professing regenerate by immersion (presented by Thomas J. Nettles)
 * Reformed view: infant baptism of children of the covenant (presented by Richard Pratt Jr.)
 * Lutheran view: infant baptism by sprinkling as a regenerative act (presented by Robert Kolb)
 * Church of Christ view: believers' baptism on the occasion of regeneration by immersion (presented by John Castelein)

Each view is presented by its proponent, then critiqued and defended in dialogue with the book's other contributors. Here is an ideal setting in which you can consider the strengths and weaknesses of each stance and arrive at your own informed conclusion.

The Counterpoints series presents a comparison and critique of scholarly views on topics important to Christians that are both fair-minded and respectful of the biblical text. Each volume is a one-stop reference that allows readers to evaluate the different positions on a specific issue and form their own, educated opinion.

Understanding Four Views on Baptism

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Jean-Pierre De Caussade

In this superb new translation of the celebrated spiritual classic of wisdom, hope, and inspiration, Jean-Pierre de Caussade offers guidance for daily living in communion with God. This exemplary devotional work summons readers to holiness, reveals ways to conquer self-love and pride, and points the way for experiencing each moment as a sacrament. The author shows how God speaks to us through every moment of every day. He encourages a joyous, affirming, selfless abandonment to God. By entering into such active contemplation and facing ourselves honestly and openly, the author assures us, we can achieve the comfort and fulfillment of a life suffused with grace. These timeless spiritual reflections probe the mystery of faith, illuminate the nature of authentic contemplation, and help us recognize and carry out God's purpose in our own lives. They stand as powerful testimony to de Caussade's conviction "that there is nothing easier, more ordinary, more available to all than saintliness."

The Sacrament of the Present Moment

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Edward A. White

A Time of Growth for Congregations and Pastors

Leaving a pastorate is hard on both congregation and pastor. Learn how to make this transition a growth experience for all. Written for congregations and pastors, Saying Goodbye skillfully weaves accounts from clergy, laity, and educators of seven denominations with White's own insight as a former General Presbyter to create a resource for meaningful and healthy partings. Includes examples of a "farewell" worship service and litany for closure of a ministry.

Saying Goodbye

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Owen Chadwick

"From the end of the Second World War until the rise of Gorbachev the division of Europe was the central fact in world politics - for individuals, nations and the different Christian Churches. Amid the ferocious polemics of the Cold War era neutrality was impossible." "The pressures of modernity led to the Second Vatican Council and affected Churches on both sides of the Iron Curtain. Almost all had to adapt to declining congregations, concerns about human rights and women's role in religion, and new attitudes to abortion, contraception and divorce. Yet day-to-day problems in the East and West were utterly different." "In Eastern Europe, the Churches were victims of state control, savage ideological attacks, show trials and occasional physical violence. Critics dwelt on their sometimes inglorious record of compromise and collaboration under fascist regimes, despite the crucial role of the religious resistance in fighting Nazism. Later Church leaders - Catholic, Protestant and Orthodox - often continued to tread a delicate path, but Polish priests helped to oversee the birth of Solidarity, and oppressed nations drew hope from the symbols and ceremonies of their Christian past. Successive Popes, meanwhile, were torn between hatred for Marxism's militant atheism and a pragmatic desire not to endanger the Catholics of Eastern Europe." "The post-war West, by contrast, has seen different countries adapting their own complex arrangements about relations between Church and State. Traditional practices in the great monastic orders, the language of the liturgy and pilgrimages to saints' shrines came under fresh scrutiny, although the charismatic movement proved astonishingly successful. Yet how deeply have the churches come to terms with the fierce winds of modernity? Where religion is tolerated, and even encouraged, do people truly believe what East Europeans know from bitter experience - that 'the religious conscience is an ultimate safeguard of human freedom'?" "Owen Chadwick is General Editor of Penguin's scholarly and comprehensive series The History of the Church and contributed an earlier book, The Reformation. The series starts with the first Disciples. This volume concludes in the late twentieth century - as the Churches struggle to face new global challenges and opportunities."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

The Christian Church in the Cold War

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King W. Jamison

John Killinger

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Alternatives for Christian Thinkers and Other Philosophers

Beyond the Parables

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James F. White

Susan J. White

Building and Renovating for Christian Worship

New edition for congregations planning to build or renew their church facilities. Now includes elements, which have become prominent in recent times including the use of visuals, electronic instruments, and the need for flexible space to accommodate the various configurations and multiple uses to which church space is put.

Church Architecture

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James Daane

A study of Election and Pulpit 

Freedom of God

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Millard J. Erickson

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Volume 3

Christian Theology

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Vol 2

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Excellent shape and little underlined- just a couple of pages.   Volume 1

1938 edition Judson Press , no markings in text an cover in good condition.  A Classic text in 19th century American theology 

I it’s Doctinal Expression 

The Christian Religion 

John Bower

A Critical Text and Introduction

The Larger Catechism stands as one of the three major doctrinal standards produced by the Westminster Assembly. Often overshadowed by the Shorter Catechism and the Confession of Faith, the Larger Catechism exhibits the Assembly's most mature theological reflection and insight. In this remarkable volume, John Bower provides extensive historical background for the making of this colossal catechism. He traces the history of the Assembly's efforts from the initial call for a catechism, through deliberations on its form and content, and down to the intricate process of monitoring its printing. The centerpiece of the volume is Bower's critical text of the catechism. Painstakingly checked and indexed, the critical text is supported by a four-column comparison of the authoritative manuscripts and printings. Graced with a glossary and a catalog of corrected proof-texts, Bower's text is sure to be the benchmark for future study, modern editions, and foreign translations for years to come. This is the initial volume of the Principal Documents of the Westminster Assembly series. Table of Contents: Introduction: The Making of the Catechism 1. One Catechism for Three Kingdoms 2. Exact and Comprehensive: A New Catechism 3. Completing the Work 4. Manuscripts and Editions 5. Critical Editing Methods and Conventions A Critical Edition of the Larger Catechism Authoritative Texts: A Parallel Column Comparison Series Description Principal Documents of the Westminster Assembly series presents the six chief works authored by the Westminster Assembly for establishing covenanted uniformity of religion in England: the Confession of Faith, the Larger Catechism, the Shorter Catechism, the Directory for Public Worship, the Directory for Church Government, and the Psalter. Each volume will contain a historical introduction, the critical text, and parallel columns comparing original manuscripts and authoritative editions.

The Larger Catechism

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E. D. Hirsch

Joseph F. Kett

James Trefil

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

What Every American Needs to Know

Defines the people, places, sayings, and ideas representing essential information for literate Americans

The Dictionary of Cultural Literacy

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Dale Larsen

Sandy Larsen

7 Myths about Christianity

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Bruce L. McCormack

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

Historical Developments and Contemporary Challenges

A diverse group of international theologians explores the historical development and contemporary understandings of the Protestant doctrine of justification.

Justification in Perspective

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Robert Letham

Robert Letham explores the issues of Christ and the Word of God, the nature and theories of the atonement, and the cosmic and corporate dimensions of the mediatorial kingship of Christ. In the Contours of Christian Theology.

The Work of Christ

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Jean Taffin

James A. De Jong

Peter Y. De Jong

First published in 1585, The Marks of God's Children by Jean Taffin became an instant classic in Dutch and French Reformed circles. Taffin offers comfort and encouragement to those engaged in spiritual warfare. Grounded in Reformed confessional orthodoxy, this spiritual reflection provides an astute understanding of the "marks" of God's grace and salvation that is still relevant today. Experiential Christianity at its best. Highly recommended.

The Marks of God's Children

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William C. Frey

Finding Ourselves in the Rhythm of God's Great Story

A quick glance at the headlines reveals a world plagued by violence, hatred, unrest, disease and death–a world without hope. A look into our hearts yields similar results: loneliness, anger, sorrow, and depression are companions many of us would rather not carry. What happened to the “abundant life” Jesus promised us?

William Frey suggests that root of the problem is a loss of memory. In our haste to study and know the Bible, we have failed to experience the story of the Bible, and thus we have forgotten who we are.

The Dance of Hope helps readers regain the Bible story as it reveals the fullness of our identity as God’s creation, recovers a biblically founded hope for the future, and equips the Christian community to be bearers of authentic hope to the world. When believers view the Bible story through what William Frey calls a “creation lens,” they discover a promised future of glory that can fill them with hope for today.

Also included is a study guide that leads readers through times of prayer, reflection, personal assessment, and Scripture study, teaching them to view the world through hopeful eyes.

The Dance of Hope

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Philip E. Hughes

Cranmer and Hooker on Justification

Faith and Works

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Colin Marshall; Tony Payne

The Trellis and the Vine

Robert Kolb; Thomas J. Nettles; Richard L. Pratt; John Castelein; Paul E. Engle

Understanding Four Views on Baptism

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Edward A. White

Saying Goodbye

Owen Chadwick

The Christian Church in the Cold War

King W. Jamison; John Killinger

Beyond the Parables

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Freedom of God

Millard J. Erickson

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John Bower

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E. D. Hirsch; Joseph F. Kett; James Trefil

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Dale Larsen; Sandy Larsen

7 Myths about Christianity

Bruce L. McCormack

Justification in Perspective

Robert Letham

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William C. Frey

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Philip E. Hughes

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