A Guided Tour of One of the Greatest Theological Works of the Twentieth Century Karl Barth's Church Dogmatics is considered by many to be the most important theological work of the twentieth century and for many people reading it, or at least understanding its contents and arguments, is a lifelong goal. Yet its enormous size, at over 12,000 pages (in English translations) and enough print volumes to fill an entire shelf, make reading it a daunting prospect for seasoned theologians and novices alike. Karl Barth's Church Dogmatics for Everyone, Volume 1--The Doctrine of the Word of God helps bridge the gap for would-be Karl Barth readers from beginners to professionals by offering an introduction to Barth's theology and thought like no other. User-friendly and creative, this guide helps readers get the gist, significance, and relevance of what Barth intended for the church... to restore the focus of theology and revitalize the practices of the church. Each section contains insights for pastors, new theologians, professionals, and ordinary people including: Summaries of the section Contextual considerations And other visually informative features that reinforce the main points of the Barth's thought In addition, each volume features the voices of authors from different academic disciplines who contribute brief reflections on the value of Church Dogmatics for creative discovery in their disciplines. Volume 1 reflections include: Douglas Campbell (biblical studies) Myk Habets (systematic theology) Richard Keith (pastors) Julie Canlis (ordinary people) James Chaousis (mental health) John Vissers (spiritual formation) Whether you are just discovering Barth or want a fresh look at his magnum opus, this series invites you to an enjoyable and insightful journey into the Church Dogmatics.

Deluxe Gift Edition "A gift that will beautify a child's life " The Bible-Time Nursery Rhyme Book Takes the child on a delightful journey through the Bible, introducing the child to Bible characters and Bible principles in fascinating, nursery rhyme style Why in Rhyme? For the same reason many television advertisers use jingles in their commercials. They know that ideas presented in rhyme linger longer in the mind than those presented in prose What mother has not heard her child "sing-songing" commercials throughout the day? And what adult cannot recite nursery rhymes from his childhood? The Bible-Time Nursery Rhyme Book makes use of this proven method to impress the child's mind unforgettably with truths from God's Word The Bible-Time Nursery Rhyme Book Educates While it entertains Delights the EYE and the EAR while it feeds the MIND More than 250 eye-catching illustrations A priceless treasure for the growing child Excellent for classroom or nursery school use Makes Bible-learning FUN For pre-schoolers and young readers alike-it "it grows with the child"-even adults can't lay it down

In this study, Michael Hryniuk develops a full phenomenological, psychological and theological account of spiritual transformation in the context of L'Arche, a federation of Christian communities that welcome persons with learning disabilities. The book begins with a critical examination of current perspectives on spiritual transformation in theology and Christian spirituality and constructs a new, foundational formulation of transformation as a shift in consciousness, identity and behavior. Through extensive analysis of the narratives of the caregiver-assistants who share life with those who are disabled, this case-study reveals an alternative vision of the "three-fold way" that unfolds through a series of profound awakenings in relationships of mutual care and presence: an awakening to the capacity to love, to bear inner anguish and darkness, and to experience radical human and divine acceptance. The book examines the psychological dimensions of spiritual transformation through the lens of contemporary affect theory and explores how care-givers experience a profound healing of shame in their felt sense of identity and self-worth.