Author: Leszek Kolakowski
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 022618949X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 250
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God Owes Us Nothing reflects on the centuries-long debate in Christianity: how do we reconcile the existence of evil in the world with the goodness of an omnipotent God, and how does God's omnipotence relate to people's responsibility for their own salvation or damnation. Leszek Kolakowski approaches this paradox as both an exercise in theology and in revisionist Christian history based on philosophical analysis. Kolakowski's unorthodox interpretation of the history of modern Christianity provokes renewed discussion about the historical, intellectual, and cultural omnipotence of neo-Augustinianism. "Several books a year wrestle with that hoary conundrum, but few so dazzlingly as the Polish philosopher's latest."—Carlin Romano, Washington Post Book World "Kolakowski's fascinating book and its debatable thesis raise intriguing historical and theological questions well worth pursuing."—Stephen J. Duffy, Theological Studies "Kolakowski's elegant meditation is a masterpiece of cultural and religious criticism."—Henry Carrigan, Cleveland Plain Dealer
Author: Stephen C. Shaffer
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1725298732
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 239
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In a fast-paced world full of distractions, how do we create space to have conversations about faith? Parents long to talk about Jesus with their children, but are unsure where to begin. Families want to slow down and reconnect with what matters most, but struggle to squeeze anything into already busy schedules. Teens and adults desire to go deeper in their faith, but are filled with unanswered questions. In Our Only Comfort, Rev. Stephen Shaffer provides individuals and families with a helpful structure for growing in Christian faith. In a series of 364 daily devotions, Our Only Comfort will take families, young adults, and new believers through the core teachings of the Christian faith through the lens of the Heidelberg Catechism. Wrestling through questions like “Who is Jesus?” “How do I pray?” and “What does it mean to keep the Ten Commandments?” these short devotions create opportunity for conversations about faith between parents and children and provide nourishment for faith to grow.
Author: R. Zachary Manis
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 019092926X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 433
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Why would a perfectly good and loving God consign anyone to eternal suffering in hell? In Sinners in the Presence of a Loving God, R. Zachary Manis examines in detail the various facets of the problem of hell, considers the reasons why the usual responses to the problem are unsatisfying, and suggests how an adequate solution to the problem can be constructed. Historically, there are four standard explanations of the nature and purpose of hell: traditionalism, annihilationism, the choice model, and universalism. In Manis's assessment, all are deficient in some crucial respect. The alternative view that he develops and defends, the divine presence model, stands within the tradition that understands hell to be a state of eternal conscious suffering, but, Manis contends, avoids the worst problems of its competitors. The key idea is that the suffering of hell is not the result of a divine act that aims to inflict it, but rather is the way in which a sinful creature necessarily experiences the unmitigated presence of a holy God. Heaven and hell are not two "places" to which the saved and damned are consigned, respectively, but rather are two radically different ways in which different persons will experience the same reality of God's omnipresence once the barrier of divine hiddenness is finally removed.
Author: Leszek Kolakowski
Publisher: Basic Books
ISBN: 0465075746
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 354
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The late Leszek Kolakowski was one of the most influential philosophers of the twentieth century. A prominent anticommunist writer, Kolakowski was also a deeply humanistic thinker, and his meditations on society, religion, morality, and culture stand alongside his political writings as commentaries on intellectual—and everyday—life in the twentieth century. Kolakowski’s extraordinary empathy, humor, and erudition are on full display in Is God Happy?, the first collection of his work to be published since his death in 2009. Accessible and wide ranging, these essays—many of them translated into English for the first time—testify to the remarkable scope of Kolakowski’s work. From a provocative and deeply felt critique of Marxist ideology to the witty and self-effacing “In Praise of Unpunctuality” to a rigorous analysis of Erasmus’ model of Christianity and the future of religion, these essays distill Kolakowski’s lifelong engagement with the eternal problems of philosophy and some of the most vital questions of our age.
Author: Michelle McKinney Hammond
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736946993
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 282
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Michelle McKinney Hammond, noted singles advocate and bestselling author of Sassy, Single, and Satisfied (more than 200,000 copies sold) brings her dynamic style to this creative devotional. Focusing on the joys of life and trusting God, Michelle explores everyday issues singles face and offers biblical insights and solutions. Packed with more than 275 readings that draw on the wisdom of God’s Word and the lives of biblical women, Sassy, Single, and Satisfied Devotional encourages readers to embrace this exciting time in their lives. Michelle provides inspiring Scriptures, thought-provoking questions to contemplate, and practical applications to help single women live for God, answer His call, and be content…while anticipating what comes next. Rerelease of Single-Minded Devotion.
Author: Cara Whitney
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 1400217784
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 193
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Calling all fillies, colts, and ponies! An adaptation of Cara Whitney's popular devotional for adults, Unbridled Faith Devotions for Young Readers for ages 8-12 is filled with beautiful photos of horses, farms, and countryside that will inspire your young horse fans in their faith. Cara's charming stories from life on a horse farm offer kids a unique opportunity to grow in their faith as they learn from one of God's most majestic creatures. Unbridled Faith Devotions for Young Readers is great for: Young readers, ages 8-12, beginning to learn more about their Christian faith and to embark on their spiritual growth journey. Children to read on their own. Each devotional features a Scripture, short reflection or story from Cara, and a prayer prompt. Tweens who love horses and animals. Families familiar with Unbridled Faith since content aligns with adult edition. Young readers will appreciate the youthful full-color design and intriguing photography, including some from Cara's own horse farm. Horse lovers everywhere will enjoy reading about these wonderfully caring, complex animals and what they teach us about prayer, persistence, and identity in Christ. You'll appreciate how Cara's words show tweens how to look for God's grace in everyday moments and engage their faith in a new way.
Author: Claude T. Stauffer
Publisher: Xulon Press
ISBN: 1607915413
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 330
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To "stay the course" means to persevere through difficulty. To "stick with" something means to not give it up. Gospel means "good news." We need some good news today and God has it. However, the "gospel" offered today is often different from the gospel revealed by God in His word. That has led to a lot of bad news. The "gospel" must be accurate and true to what God has revealed. We can't change the words of God and expect God to abide by conditions He never offered. That is exactly what is happening in the church today. The consequence of straying off course is spiritual dullness, division, and disillusionment. The church is experiencing a kind of Dark Ages. Because the church is in darkness, the world is too. But there is hope! Throughout history the true gospel has been a powerful reality. Stay the Course and Stick with the True Gospel, based on a study of Galatians, is a challenging call to discover and stick to the true gospel and sound biblical doctrine. Pastor Claude T. Stauffer is a graduate of Hofstra University (B.A. Sociology) and Asbury Theological Seminary (Master of Divinity). He has been in ministry since 1986 and presently serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Chapel of Hope, a church he has served from its beginning in 1993. He served bi-vocationally as a pastor and social worker for 16 years. His first book was Living Hope a hopeful study in the first epistle of Peter. His teachings have been aired on and he has been a guest host on local radio programs. Pastor Claude is happily married to his wife Dee of 29 years and has three children, Rachel, Daniel and Stephen. Other teachings by Pastor Claude can be found on his church website at www.calvarychapelofhope.org
Author: Paul R. Hinlicky
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
ISBN: 1467443034
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 960
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In this scholarly work Paul Hinlicky transcends the impasse between dogmatic and systematic theology as he presents an original, comprehensive system of theology especially apropos to the post-Christendom North American context. Deploying an unusual Spirit-Son-Father trinitarian scheme, Hinlicky carefully develops his system of theology through expansive, wide-ranging argumentation. He engages with other theologians throughout the book and concludes each major section by discussing an alternate perspective on the subject.
Author: Stephen N. Williams
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1666751510
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 171
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Blaise Pascal (1623-62) was a provocative and important thinker. Both the range and the influence of his work is immense. His Pensees ("Thoughts"), unfinished and composed of fragments, is widely regarded as a classic of Christian apologetics. In this volume, the reader is introduced to this work, with a view to both describing what Pascal says and assessing its present value. After introducing the man and his life, Pascal's views on reason and the heart, and on human wretchedness and greatness, are discussed before asking in a final chapter, "Would you bet on God?" An appendix treats Pascal and modernity. Four hundred years on, Pascal's voice can still be heard. Four hundred years on, we still need to heed it. Pascal does not simply speak from the mind to the mind. He speaks as a person to persons.
Author: R.T. Kendall
Publisher: Charisma Media
ISBN: 1599798182
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 228
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DIV Being a humble Christian does not make you a wimp---it makes you powerful! R. T. Kendall wants you to understand that out of that meekness comes majesty and success. /div
