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Practical theology has outgrown its traditional pastoral paradigm.
The articles in this handbook recognize that faith, spirituality,
and lived religion, within and beyond institutional communities,
refer to realms of cultures, ritual practices, and symbolic orders,
whose boundaries are not clearly defined and whose contents are
shifting. The International Handbook of Practical Theology offers
insightful transcultural conceptions of religion and religious
matters gathered from various cultures and traditions of faith. The
first section presents 'concepts of religion'. Chapters have to do
with considerations of the conceptualizing of religion in the
fields of 'anthropology', 'community', 'family', 'institution',
'law', 'media', and 'politics' among others. The second section is
dedicated to case studies of 'religious practices' from the
perspective of their actors. The third section presents major
theoretical discourses that explore the globally significant
diversity and multiplicity of religion. Altogether, sixty-one
authors from different parts of the world encourage a rethinking of
religious practice in an expanded, transcultural, globalized, and
postcolonial world.
This substantially revised and updated edition of a widely used
textbook covers the major approaches to counseling and
psychotherapy from a Christian perspective, with hypothetical
transcripts of interventions for each major approach and the latest
empirical or research findings on their effectiveness. The second
edition covers therapies and techniques that are increasing in use
and includes a discussion of lay counseling. The book presents a
Christian approach to counseling and psychotherapy that is
Christ-centered, biblically based, and Spirit-filled.
Krish has coined the term dysciples to describe those of us who
feel dysfunctional in our following of Jesus. The good news is that
dysfunctional discipleship is nothing new and nothing to be ashamed
of. The very first disciples were dysciples too they were
constantly getting even the most basic of things totally wrong! If
Jesus best friends and first missionaries were such weak disciples,
then that gives us hope. We can be comforted and excited by the
thought that Jesus can love and use us, just as he loved and used
Peter, James, John, Matthew and company. The obstacles we face as
dysciples today are just the same as those that tripped up Jesus
first band of brothers.The book examines the issue of dyscipleship
as it?'s revealed in Matthew?'s gospel.
What is at the root of the problem of humanity? Is it pride or lack
of self-esteem? Do we love ourselves too much or too little? The
debate about the human condition has often been framed this way in
both theological and psychological circles. Convictions about
preaching, teaching, marriage and child rearing, as well as
politics, social welfare, business management and the helping
professions, more often than not, fall on one side or the other of
this divide. With theological and psychological insight Terry D.
Cooper provides trenchant analysis of this centuries-long debate
and leads us beyond the usual impasse. Humanistic psychology has
often regarded traditional Christianity as its archrival in
assessing the human condition. Cooper demonstrates how the
Christian doctrine of a sinful and fallen humanity sheds light on
the human condition which exhibits both pride and self-denigration.
Bringing theological insights ranging from Augustine and John
Calvin to Reinhold Niebuhr together with the psychological theories
of Freud, Jung, Carl Rogers, Gerald May and Karen Horney, Cooper
guides readers through the maze of competing claims to a resolution
which affirms Christian conviction while critically engaging modern
psychological theory. A model of the proper integration of
Christian theology and the discipline of psychology, Sin, Pride
& Self-Acceptance will be of special help to students and
practitioners of psychology, pastoral counseling and clinical
psychology.
While born into a working-class Methodist family in a small English
town, Catherine Booth (1829-1890) went on to become one of the most
influential women of her day and age. As a preacher, author, social
reformer, wife and mother, she played a critical role in the origin
and development of the Salvation Army, which had spread to numerous
parts of the globe by the time of her death. Possessing firm
convictions on a host of religious and moral matters, Catherine
left an indelible mark on both the Salvation Army and the wider
evangelical community. The significance of Booth's legacy is on
display in this ground-breaking volume, which brings together for
the first time her most important shorter writings on theology,
female ministry, social issues, and world missions. Including
scholarly commentary by Andrew M. Eason and Roger J. Green, this
anthology offers unparalleled insight into the life and thought of
a remarkable figure from the Victorian period. The wide-ranging
topics found within this edited collection will appeal to readers
of theology, church history, social history, Christian missions,
and women's studies.
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"And behold I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every
man according as his work shall be. I am Alpha and Omega, the
beginning and the end, the first and the last." Revelation 22:12-13
(KJV) In "I'M COMING...GET READY " You will read the Word of the
Lord to the church. God is speaking to His people all of the time.
However, for one reason or another, God's people do not hear Him
much of the time. Martha Weiser began to hear God speaking in 2010
while a student at Oral Roberts University. As she journaled what
God spoke she realized that there were many, many words of
encouragement for God's people. In order to share God's Words with
His people, she has compiled them into this book. "And now, O Lord
God, the word that Thou hast spoken concerning thy servant, and
concerning his house, establish it forever, and do as thou hast
said." 2 Samuel 7:25 (KJV)
Not every Christian needs to go to seminary, but there are certain teachings of the Bible that every Christian should know. Whether you're a relatively new believer in Jesus or a mature Christian looking for a better understanding of basics of the faith, Christian Beliefs is for you.
This readable guide to twenty basic Christian beliefs condenses Wayne Grudem's award-winning book Systematic Theology, prized by pastors and teachers everywhere. He and his son, pastor Elliot Grudem, have boiled down the essentials of theology for everyday Christians and made them both clear and applicable to life. Each brief chapter concludes with questions for personal review or group discussion.
In this revised and updated edition of Christian Beliefs, you will learn about:
- The Bible and its authority for our lives
- The characteristics of God
- The importance of prayer
- Angels and the reality of spiritual warfare
- What it means that we are created in the image of God
- What God has done for us in Christ
- The purpose of the church
- What will happen when Christ returns
- The biblical understanding of heaven
- And much more
Christian Beliefs is the ideal book for every Christian who wants a solid foundation for understanding the most basic and essential teachings of the Bible.
The Alpha Youth Film Series is a perfect way to create an
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safe and respectful way. The Alpha Youth Film Series is created for
audiences 13-18 years old. Alpha's approach to hospitality, faith,
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Each session includes time for a large group, short teaching, and
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the discussion guide. A Note from hosts Jason and Ben: It is such a
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Over the past 20 years, Alpha has been used by churches all over
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