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Projecting a global interdisciplinary vision, this insightful book
develops a peer-to-peer learning methodology to facilitate
reconciling religion and human rights, both in multilateral
contexts and at the national level. Written by leading human rights
practitioners, the book illuminates the tension zones between
religion and rights, exploring how the 'faith' elements in both
disciplines can create synergies for protecting equal human
dignity. Ibrahim Salama and Michael Wiener analyse the place of
religion in multilateral practice, including lessons learned from
the 'Faith for Rights' framework. Based on the jurisprudence of
international human rights mechanisms, the book clarifies
ambiguities of human rights law on religion. It also unpacks the
potential positive role of non-State actors in the religious
sphere, demonstrating that the relationship between religion and
human rights is not a zero-sum game. Ultimately, the book empowers
actors on both sides of the ideological fence between religion and
human rights to deconstruct this artificial, politically
instrumentalized dichotomy. This innovative book will be a vital
resource for faith-based actors, human rights defenders and
policymakers working at the intersection between religion, culture
and human rights. With the co-authors' commentary on the
#Faith4Rights toolkit, it will also be invaluable for peer-to-peer
learning facilitators, scholars and students of human rights law,
public international law and religious studies.
Practicing faithful discipleship means focusing on the daily
aspects of Christian education in the local church, within its
structures, and through faithful ministry.
Through Bible-based truths and helpful insights, Discovering
Discipleship identifies principles that provide the Christian
educator with an overview of the significant aspects of faithful
discipleship. Effectively organized into four areasdefinitions,
dynamics, design, and practiceauthors Dean Blevins and Mark Maddix
offer readers an approach to discipleship that seeks to honor God,
understand our role in the contemporary world, and guide persons
and communities according to Kingdom principles.
In this honest exploration, readers will find a new perspective
on discipleship that will help them dig deeper and develop a
long-lasting and effective practice of community formation and
faithful discipleship.
Moet Agab getrou bly aan die ou lsraelitiese waardes, of kan hy sy
vrou volg die afvallige tydsgees in? Teenoor lsebel staan die
profetiese figuur van Elia - wat die droogte oor Israel voorspel,
die profete van Baal in 'n tweestryd op Karmelberg verneder, en
uiteindelik die finale doemwoord oor Agab en sy huis uitspreek.
Daar is ook die verhaal van Nabot,wat nie bereid om te erken dat
God die God van alle mense is nie. En van die liefde van Johanan
vir Ada, die dogter van hul dienskneg.
This masterful survey of world religions presents a clear and
concise portrait of the history, beliefs, and practices of Eastern
and Western religions. The authors, both respected scholars of
world religions, have over 50 years of combined teaching
experience. Their book is accessibly written for introductory
classes, can be easily adapted for one- or two-semester courses,
and employs a neutral approach for broad classroom use. The third
edition has been revised throughout, with updated material on the
history and contemporary configurations of each tradition and new
sections addressing gender, sexuality, and the environment. It also
includes effective sidebars, photographs, timelines, charts,
calendars, glossaries, and a spelling guide. Online resources
through Baker Academic's Textbook eSources include
Powerpoint/Keynote slides, new maps and videos, and a large
question bank of multiple-choice test questions (available to
professors upon request).
Once upon a time in Texas . . . Beauty has been nothing but a curse
to Penelope Snow. When she becomes a personal maid for a famous
actress whose troupe is leaving Chicago to tour the West, she hides
her figure beneath shapeless dresses and keeps her head down. But
she still manages to attract the wrong attention, leaving her
prospects in tatters--and her jealous mistress plotting her demise.
After his brother lost his life over a woman, Texas Ranger Titus
Kingsley has learned to expect the worst from women and is rarely
disappointed. So when a young lady found in suspicious
circumstances takes up residence with the seven old drovers living
at his grandfather's ranch, Titus is determined to keep a close eye
on her. With a promotion hanging in the balance, Titus is assigned
to investigate a robbery case tied to Penelope's acting troupe, and
all evidence points to Penelope's guilt. But Titus might just be
convinced that the fairest woman of all has a heart as pure as her
last name . . . if only he can prove it.
For years Maryknoll missioners have gone out "armed with seminary
notes and skills and oozing righteousness, prepared to give but not
to receive, to teach but not to learn." and most found out, often
to their great chagrin, that "mission was a two-way street."
Mission means carrying the good news of the Gospel to the four
corners of the world but it also means taking on wisdom and
knowledge from the people--about building a waterproof hut, about
indigenous plants that heal, about patience, and about living life
fully in God's created world.
Arranged thematically, the stories tell of spiritual health in
the face of physical illness, of true happiness lived in poverty,
and of life and death and hope and love.
What does it mean to make Christlike disciples? Discipleship is a
common word in churches today. Pastors and leaders are continually
looking for resources to help their members develop a deeper
understanding of the Christian faith and a closer relationship with
Christ. But there's more to discipleship than studying and
following Christ's teachings. True discipleship is an invitation to
become like Christ; to absorb His passions, behaviors, and wisdom
by spending significant time with Him; to engage in a relationship
with Him that shapes you into His likeness and in turn, inspires
others to do the same. Walk with Me calls pastors, church leaders,
teachers, and parents to go beyond basic discipleship and begin to
intentionally teach others to be disciplemakers. It explores the
importance of teaching mature disciples how their Christ-influenced
responses to everyday situations can be used to show others who
Jesus is and what it means to be His disciple. With biblical
insight, author Hal Perkins explores the call to 'go and make
disciples of all nations' and demonstrates how changing the way we
act, think, and serve will not only help us fulfill the Great
Commission, but also answer the call to love God with all our
hearts and minds, and our neighbor as ourselves.
Beloved by millions around the world, the English Standard Version
of the Bible is ideal for anyone looking for a contemporary and
readable translation that is also accurate and consistent in its
rendering of key words and phrases. This edition of the ESV is
completely Anglicized and features the full Apocrypha. Presented in
a double-column format, with explanatory footnotes providing
alternative renderings of particular words and phrases, the ESV
Bible with Apocrypha offers a clear, easy-to-read text that is
perfect for everyday use. The ESV Bible is an excellent version for
detailed Bible study, but one that also possesses a beauty, clarity
and dignity of style that makes it superbly suitable for private
devotion or for reading aloud during public worship. This Deluxe
edition is presented in a stunning midnight blue leatherette
binding, inlaid with bronze foil, with two ribbon markers to
bookmark your favourite verses and keep track of your Bible study.
A premium quality Bible, it will be loved by collectors and
first-time buyers alike, and is a Bible you will delight in for
years. It also makes a truly special gift for loved ones that they
will treasure. Other features include: 9.5 pt font size An
award-winning typeface Inline chapter headings Inline chapter
numbers 12 maps White paper from sustainable sources
The New Beacon Bible Commentary is an engaging, indispensable
reference tool to aid individuals in every walk of life in the
study and meditation of God's Word. Written from the Wesleyan
theological perspective, it offers insight and perceptive
scholarship to help you unlock the deeper truths of Scripture and
garner an awareness of the history, culture, and context attributed
to each book of study. Readable, relevant, and academically
thorough, it offers scholars, pastors, and laity a new standard for
understanding and interpreting the Bible in the 21st century.Each
volume features: Completely New Scholarship from notable experts in
the Wesleyan traditionConvenient Introductory Material for each
book of the Bible including information on authorship, date,
history, audience, sociological/cultural issues, purpose, literary
features, theological themes, hermeneutical issues, and moreClear
Verse-by-Verse Explanations, which offer a contemporary,
Wesleyan-based understanding derived from the passage's original
languageComprehensive Annotation divided into three sections, which
cover background elements behind the text; verse-by-verse details
and meanings found in the text; and significance, relevance,
intertextuality, and application from the textHelpful Sidebars,
which provide deeper insight into theological issues, word
meanings, archeological connections, historical relevance, cultural
customs, and moreExpanded Bibliography for further study of
historical elements, additional interpretations, and theological
themesEcclesiastes is one of the most interesting books in the
Bible because it largely ignores the history and law of ancient
Israel, but it also challenges the accepted themes and theology of
the wisdom tradition. The book of Lamentations is a collection of
five psalms that lament the fall of Jerusalum.
Hope for When the Pain Won't Quit Everyone experiences pain at
times. It can manifest physically, emotionally, relationally, or
spiritually. It can follow tragic accidents, great loss, sudden
betrayal, or unexpected and unwanted change. Often it is temporary.
But what do you do when it isn't? When the pain just won't go away,
when healing does not come, when the grief and hurt settle in?
Drawing on her own experience of chronic pain and her years as a
board-certified clinical neuropsychologist, Dr. Michelle Bengtson
provides a countercultural perspective on pain. Offering hope
without any false promises or empty platitudes, Dr. Bengtson
unwraps the complex emotional aspects of dealing with pain. She
gives you permission to question God, helps you identify the lies
you've believed about your pain, and reorients your perception
based on the truth of God's Word. Each chapter ends with a
recommended playlist, reflection questions, and a prayer. Your pain
may not change, but your experience of it can.
Discover the rich and complex history of LGBTQ+ people around the
world - their struggles, triumphs, and cultural contributions.
Exploring and explaining the most important ideas and events in
LGBTQ+ history and culture, this book showcases the breadth of the
LGBTQ+ experience. This diverse, global account explores the most
important moments, movements, and phenomena, from the first known
lesbian love poetry of Sappho to Kinsey's modern sexuality studies,
and features biographies of key figures from Anne Lister to Audre
Lorde. Dive deep into the pages of The LGBTQ + History book to
discover: - Thought-provoking graphics and flow-charts demystify
the central concepts behind key moments in LGBTQ+ history, from
eromenos and erastes in the Ancient World to political lesbianism.
- Features insightful quotes from leading historians, philosophers,
cultural commentators, economists, anthropologists, sociologists,
activists, and politicians. - Includes biography boxes and
directory entries on the lives of important but lesser-known
individuals, alongside well-known names including Sappho, Oscar
Wilde, Anne Lister, Harvey Milk, and Marsha P. Johnson. - Global in
scope with a localizable directory. The LGBTQ+ History Book
celebrates the victories and untold triumphs of LGBTQ+ people
throughout history, such as the Stonewall Riots and first gender
affirmation surgeries, as well as commemorating moments of tragedy
and persecution, from the Renaissance Italian "Night Police" to the
20th century "Don't Ask Don't Tell" policy. The book also includes
major cultural cornerstones - the secret language of polari, Black
and Latine ballroom culture, and the many flags of the community -
and the history of LGBTQ+ spaces, from 18th-century "molly houses"
to modern "gaybourhoods". The LGBTQ+ History Book celebrates the
long, proud - and often hidden - history of LGBTQ+ people,
cultures, and places from around the world.
More than twenty-five years have passed since the publication in
1979 of "Brothers and Sisters to Us," the U.S. Bishops' statement
against racism, and during this time white Catholic theologians
have remained relatively silent on this topic. In this hard-hitting
study, prominent Roman Catholic theologians address white
priviletge and the way it contributes to racism. They maintain that
systems of white privilege are a significant factor in maintaining
evil systems of racism in our country and that most white
theologians and ethicists remain ignorant of their negative impact.
Mini Devotions: Grace for Today features 180 short yet powerful
devotions focused on God’s faithfulness and lovingkindness, reflecting
on His power, presence and promises.
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