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Charts of Ancient and Medieval Church History (Paperback): John D Hannah Charts of Ancient and Medieval Church History (Paperback)
John D Hannah
R666 R495 Discovery Miles 4 950 Save R171 (26%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Of Charts Ancient and Medieval Church History provides a powerful visual tool for understanding the historical foundations on which contemporary Christianity rests. From geography, to theology, to doctrines both orthodox and heretical, to key figures and movements across the centuries, the broad, comprehensive scope of early church history comes across simply, clearly, and with impact. Divided into two sections---Ancient and Medieval---this book covers the first 1,500 years of church history with nearly 160 charts, diagrams, and maps grouped under numerous subdivisions. A sampler of subdivisions and specific charts includes: * Introductions: Church History in a Nutshell * Prominent Cities * The Setting of the Church * The Life of Jesus Christ * The Age of the Earliest Church Fathers * The Age of the Apologists * Essential Components of Gnosticism * The Creed of Chalcedon * Pelagius and Augustine Compared * The Rise of Episcopacy and Papacy in the Church * The Emergence of the Roman Catholic Church * The Rise of the Islamic Faith * The Division of the Church: West and East * The Crusades * Scholasticism * The Church of the Eve of the Reformation The PowerPoint CD-ROM supplied with this book gives instructors an ideal tool for classroom and group presentations. Charts of Ancient and Medieval Church History will help Christians not only develop a firm grasp on the rich legacy of their faith but understand how it influences the church today and their own lives as believers.

Was the Reformation a Mistake? - Why Catholic Doctrine Is Not Unbiblical (Paperback): Matthew Levering Was the Reformation a Mistake? - Why Catholic Doctrine Is Not Unbiblical (Paperback)
Matthew Levering; As told to Kevin J. Vanhoozer
R310 R255 Discovery Miles 2 550 Save R55 (18%) Ships in 4 - 8 working days

Was the Reformation a mistake? In its actual historical context, it hardly seems fair to call the Reformation a "mistake." In 1517, the Church was in need of a spiritual and theological reform. The issues raised by Renaissance humanism - and by the profound corruption of the Church's leaders, the Avignon papacy, and the Great Schism in the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries - lingered unresolved. What were key theological problems that led to the Reformation? Theologian Matthew Levering helps readers see these questions from a Catholic perspective. Surveying nine key themes - Scripture, Mary, the Eucharist, the Seven Sacraments, monasticism, justification and merit, purgatory, saints, and papacy - he examines the positions of Martin Luther and makes a case that the Catholic position is biblically defensible once one allows for the variety of biblically warranted modes of interpreting Scripture. At the same time, Levering makes clear that he cannot "prove" the Catholic case. The book concludes with a spirited response by "mere Protestant" theologian Kevin J. Vanhoozer.

Where Is God? - Christian Faith in the Time of Great Uncertainty (Hardcover): Julian Carron Where Is God? - Christian Faith in the Time of Great Uncertainty (Hardcover)
Julian Carron
R619 Discovery Miles 6 190 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Should we battle a plural and relativistic society by raising barriers and walls, or should we accept the opportunity to announce the Gospel in a new way? This is the challenge Christians are facing today. In an extended interview with Vatican expert Andrea Tornielli, Julian Carron examines the historical moment we are living through in order to revive the essential core of Christian faith. Starting from the realization that the world is experiencing an evolution in which the difficulty of finding shared values and natural morality makes sincere dialogue between believers and non-believers challenging, Carron reflects on the possibility of communicating the essence of the Christian faith in a form that can inspire interest in modern times. Addressing the central questions concerning the announcement of Christian faith in today's less regimented society, Where Is God? discovers and rediscovers the contents of Christianity and asks how they can be witnessed again in a society that is not yet post-Christian, but potentially headed in that direction.

Church Reform and Leadership of Change (Paperback): Harald Askeland, Ulla Schmidt Church Reform and Leadership of Change (Paperback)
Harald Askeland, Ulla Schmidt
R593 Discovery Miles 5 930 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Reforms and processes of change have become an increasingly pervasive characteristic of European Protestant churches in the last fifteen to twenty years. Driven by perceptions of crises, such as declining membership rates, dwindling finances, decreasing participation in church rituals, and less support of traditional church doctrine, but also changes of governance of religion more generally, many churches feel compelled to explore new forms of operations, activities, and organisational structures. What is the inner dynamic and nature of these processes? This book explores this question by applying perspectives from organisational studies and bringing them into dialogue with ecclesiological categories, seeking to provide a richer understanding of the field of processes of change in churches. Among the questions asked are: What are the implications - organisationally and ecclesiologically - of viewing reform as a church practice, and how does this relate to much more comprehensive waves of public sector reforms? How is church leadership configured and exercised, how is democratic leadership related to the authority of ordained ministry, and how does leadership take on new forms in the context of churches? And how do churches incorporate organisational practices of planned change and renewal, such as social entrepreneurship?

Wesley and the Anglicans - Political Division in Early Evangelicalism (Paperback): Ryan Nicholas Danker Wesley and the Anglicans - Political Division in Early Evangelicalism (Paperback)
Ryan Nicholas Danker
R580 R475 Discovery Miles 4 750 Save R105 (18%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Why did the Wesleyan Methodists and the Anglican evangelicals divide during the middle of the eighteenth century? Many would argue that the division between them was based narrowly on theological matters, especially predestination and perfection. Ryan Danker suggests, however, that politics was a major factor throughout, driving the Wesleyan Methodists and Anglican evangelicals apart. Methodism was perceived to be linked with the radical and seditious politics of the Cromwellian period. This was a charged claim in a post-Restoration England. Likewise Danker explores the political force of resurgent Tory influence under George III, which exerted more pressure on evangelicals to prove their loyalty to the Establishment. These political realities made it hard for evangelicals in the Church of England to cooperate with Wesley and meant that all their theological debates were politically inflected. Rich in detail, here is a book for all who seek deeper insight into a critical juncture in the development of evangelicalism and early Methodism.

Documents of the Christian Church (Paperback, 4th Revised edition): Henry Bettenson, Chris Maunder Documents of the Christian Church (Paperback, 4th Revised edition)
Henry Bettenson, Chris Maunder
R717 Discovery Miles 7 170 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This selection of writings from the most important moments in the history of Christianity has become established as a classic reference work, providing insights into 2000 years of Christian theological and political debate.
While retaining the original material selected by Henry Bettenson, Chris Maunder has added a substantial section of more recent writings. These illustrate the Second Vatican Council; the theologies of liberation; Church and State from 'Thatcher's Britain' to Communist Eastern Europe; Black, feminist, and ecological theology; ecumenism; and inter-faith dialogue. The emphasis on moral debate in the contemporary churches is reflected in selections discussing questions about homosexuality, divorce, AIDS, and in-vitro fertilization, amongst other issues.
This further expanded fourth edition brings the anthology up-to-date with a new section looking at issues facing the twenty-first century churches. This includes extracts exploring the churches' responses to questions of social justice, international politics, trade and debt, environmental change, and technological development. New material also covers the global growth of Christianity, the progress of Christian unity, and mission in multi-faith and postmodern societies.

Baltimore Catechism Four (Paperback): The Third Council of Baltimore Baltimore Catechism Four (Paperback)
The Third Council of Baltimore
R563 R478 Discovery Miles 4 780 Save R85 (15%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

An Explanation of the Baltimore Catechism can be used as a reference work, teacher s manual for the original Baltimore Catechisms. It is often used as an advanced textbook. It s fascinating explanations of many little known questions pertaining to our Faith will reward the questioning reader.
The revival of interest in the Baltimore Catechism reflects Catholics growing realization that a clear, concise presentation of the truths of the Faith is just what people young and old need to appreciate, practice and defend Church teaching. Catechists and parents will find this Catechism an invaluable teaching tool as they prepare children and catechumens to receive the Sacraments and lead authentic Catholic lives. Students will find this an uncomplicated and friendly guide to authentic Catholicism.
This is the original TAN edition of the Baltimore Catechism, with updated typesetting, fresh new cover, larger format, quality binding and the same trusted content.

Being Church, Doing Life - Creating gospel communities where life happens (Paperback, New edition): Michael Moynagh Being Church, Doing Life - Creating gospel communities where life happens (Paperback, New edition)
Michael Moynagh
R317 R286 Discovery Miles 2 860 Save R31 (10%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Church is now a fluid concept, no longer identifiable by buildings and congregations on Sunday mornings. There is an increasing interest in new forms of church that address the different ways to meet the needs of specific neighborhoods and people groups.

In the UK, these new forms of church have been pioneered by the national Fresh Expressions movement, a remarkable initiative that has attracted widespread attention around the world. Author Michael Moynagh gathers his experience as a member of Fresh Expressions and distills it into practical and comprehensive advice on how to start and grow new churches--however small--in every context of life.

Based on the work in his seminal textbook Church for Every Context (SCM), this inspiring introduction to contextual church emphasizes practical aspects, telling many of the great stories that have emerged through practitioners. It will enthuse and help church leaders and individuals to start and develop these communities, and advise them on how to help them grow to maturity and become sustainable.

Global Church Planting - Biblical Principles and Best Practices for Multiplication (Paperback): Craig Ott, Gene Wilson, Rick... Global Church Planting - Biblical Principles and Best Practices for Multiplication (Paperback)
Craig Ott, Gene Wilson, Rick Warren
R675 Discovery Miles 6 750 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

With over forty years combined global church-planting experience, Craig Ott and Gene Wilson are well qualified to write a comprehensive, up-to-date guide for cross-cultural church planting. Combining substantive biblical principles and missiological understanding with practical insights, this book walks readers through the various models and development phases of church planting. Advocating methods that lead to church multiplication, the authors emphasize the role of the missionary church planter. They offer helpful reflection on current trends and provide best practices gathered from research and empirical findings around the globe. The book takes up a number of special issues not addressed in most church planting books, such as use of short-term teams, partnerships, and wise use of resources. Full of case studies and real examples from around the world, this practical text will benefit students, church planters, missionaries, and missional church readers.

Maria of Guadalupe - Shaper of History, Shaper of Hearts (Paperback): Paul Badde, Carol Cowgill Maria of Guadalupe - Shaper of History, Shaper of Hearts (Paperback)
Paul Badde, Carol Cowgill
R513 R430 Discovery Miles 4 300 Save R83 (16%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Mexico, December 9, 1531. Ten years after the Spaniards conquered this land, on a hill on the outskirts of the capital, something inconceivable happens to Juan Diego, a native of the area. At dawn a heavenly figure comes to meet him, revealing herself as "Mary, mother of all men." To confirm the first vision, the Lady not only entrusts him with several messages. But, also, in the final vision, leaves her portrait mysteriously present on his tilma. It is the portrait of a young woman looking downward. She is clothed in a dress figured with roses and a mantle spangled with stars.

Fight (Paperback): William Rufus Ojo Fight (Paperback)
William Rufus Ojo; Edited by Sumbo Oladipo, Oluwakemi Ojo
R776 Discovery Miles 7 760 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Theological Retrieval for Evangelicals - Why We Need Our Past to Have a Future (Paperback): Gavin Ortlund Theological Retrieval for Evangelicals - Why We Need Our Past to Have a Future (Paperback)
Gavin Ortlund
R502 R413 Discovery Miles 4 130 Save R89 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This book aims to set forth a vision for theological retrieval, demonstrating through specific doctrines how engaging historical theology can enrich and strengthen the church today-without abandoning a Protestant identity.

Migration and the Making of Global Christianity (Hardcover): Jehu J. Hanciles Migration and the Making of Global Christianity (Hardcover)
Jehu J. Hanciles; Foreword by Philip Jenkins
R1,124 R891 Discovery Miles 8 910 Save R233 (21%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days
People in the Presence of God - Models and Directions for Worship (Paperback): Barry Liesch People in the Presence of God - Models and Directions for Worship (Paperback)
Barry Liesch
R531 R399 Discovery Miles 3 990 Save R132 (25%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Is there one correct way for the people of God to worship him? It turns out that Scripture offers many models and forms for worship, all of which are acceptable but not necessarily appropriate or functional in a particular setting. Barry Liesch, a professor of music at Biola University, helps his readers to grasp that fact and it's implications for worship in the church today. This is a one-of-a-kind book for many kinds of readers in all kinds of churches. It offers biblical perspective, historical awareness, musical and artistic sensitivity, authentic reverence, and creative stimulation for worship leaders, church musicians, study groups, pastors, worship committees, and a host of others who are interested in appreciating and renewing worship according to biblical models. Within each of the twenty chapters the author shares many suggestions for enhancing and transforming worship in the church today. Not only does he present the various biblical models and offer a wealth of suggestions, he takes up some of the major concerns of worship leaders, planners, and participants -- concerns such as the role of music, uses of symbolism, the appropriateness of dance, modes of celebration, expressions of reverence, and many others.

Church Banner Designs - 72 Unique Ideas Using Calico, Batik & Other Cotton Prints (Paperback): Joyce Bowers Church Banner Designs - 72 Unique Ideas Using Calico, Batik & Other Cotton Prints (Paperback)
Joyce Bowers
R469 R388 Discovery Miles 3 880 Save R81 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Celebrate the church seasons and special events with bright banners that draw churchgoers into worship. Church Banner Designs offers creative, Christ-centered banner designs that are beautiful and eye-catching because of artful fabric choices. In addition to basic, reproducible patterns, users find easy-to-follow instructions, suggestions for symbols and lettering, background options, fabric selection assistance, assembly and finishing techniques, pattern-making tips, and pattern alteration options. Even beginning banner makers can use the patterns in this book without help. Although the banner designs are simple, they present important topics to consider and meditate upon such as faith, peace, righteousness, God's faithfulness, salvation, and more. All designs adapt to any sanctuary. Start one today!

History of the Church - A Captivating Guide to the History of the Christian Church and Events Such as the Crusades, Missionary... History of the Church - A Captivating Guide to the History of the Christian Church and Events Such as the Crusades, Missionary Journeys of Paul, Conversion of Constantine, and Reformation (Hardcover)
Captivating History
R758 R629 Discovery Miles 6 290 Save R129 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Age of Division - Christendom from the Great Schism to the Protestant Reformation (Paperback): John Strickland The Age of Division - Christendom from the Great Schism to the Protestant Reformation (Paperback)
John Strickland
R595 R506 Discovery Miles 5 060 Save R89 (15%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Connecting Church 2.0 - Beyond Small Groups to Authentic Community (Paperback): Randy Frazee The Connecting Church 2.0 - Beyond Small Groups to Authentic Community (Paperback)
Randy Frazee; Foreword by Max Lucado
R365 R271 Discovery Miles 2 710 Save R94 (26%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The development of meaningful relationships, where every member carries a significant sense of belonging, is central to what it means to be the church. So why do many Christians feel disappointed and disillusioned with their efforts to experience authentic community? Despite the best efforts of pastors, small group leaders and faithful lay persons, church is too often a place of loneliness rather than connection. In this revised and updated version of his bestselling book, Randy Frazee shows us how church can be so much better---more intimate and alive. The answer may seem radical today, but it was a central component of life in the early church. First-century Christians knew what it meant to live in vital community with one another, relating with a depth and commitment that made 'the body of Christ' a perfect metaphor for the church. What would it take to reclaim that kind of love, joy, support, and dynamic spiritual growth? Read this book and find out."

Brand New Church? - The Church And The Postmodern Condition (Paperback): Graeme Fancourt Brand New Church? - The Church And The Postmodern Condition (Paperback)
Graeme Fancourt
R391 R341 Discovery Miles 3 410 Save R50 (13%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Brand New Church? aims to make sense of what 'postmodern' actually looks and feels like in real life, and to ask what this means for the church. Over the past few years, Graeme Fancourt has travelled around the UK and USA consulting with a wide range of church leaders. He writes: The church that I have encountered is thoughtful, active and confident in the gospel . . . Though holding many different views, these leaders all appear to take seriously the need for the church genuinely to engage (positively or negatively) with what it perceives to be the postmodern condition. The author reveals and explores the diversity of thinking found in local churches, in colleges and universities, and expressed in works of contemporary theology. The result is a vibrant read, which offers a broad understanding of how the church might participate fruitfully in dialogue and mission for the sake of all God's people.

On the Deaths of the Persecutors - A Translation of De Mortibus Persecutorum by Lucius Caecilius Firmianus Lactantius... On the Deaths of the Persecutors - A Translation of De Mortibus Persecutorum by Lucius Caecilius Firmianus Lactantius (Paperback)
Lucius Caecilius Firmianus Lactantius; Translated by David Dalrymple
R497 Discovery Miles 4 970 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Deacon's Guide (Paperback): William C. Morgan The Deacon's Guide (Paperback)
William C. Morgan
R619 Discovery Miles 6 190 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Completion of C. S. Lewis - From War to Joy (Hardcover): Harry Lee Poe The Completion of C. S. Lewis - From War to Joy (Hardcover)
Harry Lee Poe
R795 R648 Discovery Miles 6 480 Save R147 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

C. S. Lewis scholar Harry Lee Poe offers a comprehensive look into the final years of Lewis's life, examining the experiences and relationships that informed some of his most well known writings.

Identity Theft - Discovering the truth about Black History in the Bible (Paperback): Keenan West Identity Theft - Discovering the truth about Black History in the Bible (Paperback)
Keenan West
R371 Discovery Miles 3 710 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Return to the Old Paths (Paperback): V Glenn Mccoy Return to the Old Paths (Paperback)
V Glenn Mccoy
R393 Discovery Miles 3 930 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Between the Swastika and the Sickle - The Life, Disappearance, and Execution of Ernst Lohmeyer (Hardcover): James R Edwards Between the Swastika and the Sickle - The Life, Disappearance, and Execution of Ernst Lohmeyer (Hardcover)
James R Edwards
R765 R603 Discovery Miles 6 030 Save R162 (21%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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