This text opens with a critical review of developments in Protestant and Catholic theology since the Reformation which have led to the steady neglect of aesthetics in Christian theology. Then, von Balthasar turns to the central theme of the volume, the question of theological knowledge. He re-examines the nature of Christian believing, drawing widely on such theological figures as Anselm, Pascal and Newman.

A new English translation of the celebrated Poem of the Cloak (Qasidat al-Burda) by Imam Busiri (may Allah be pleased with him) is now available. With calligraphy by Betul Krkan and illumination by Ersan Percem, the beautiful production of this edition reflects the esteem in which the poem is held, as well of course as its high purpose, the remembrance and honouring of God's Beloved and Final Messenger, Muhammad, may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him.Sheikh Abdal Hakim's translation renders the poem in beautiful and moving English in a parallel text alongside the original Arabic. In addition, each verse is followed by lines from other poets - classical and modern, and from many parts of the world - echoing and amplifying its theme, encouraging the reader to reflect on its meanings more fully."

How Gratitude, Grief and Grace Reflect the Christian Story

Whether it is hearing an old, familiar song on the radio, being dazzled by the fading light of another sunset, or relishing time spent with a good friend, our lives are often touched by a longing for the good and the beautiful. We grasp for it, longing to hold on, and yet we all know the daily reality of loss and disappointment. We cannot hold on to the things we love and cherish, and inevitably lose the people and things we most love.

The human experience is full of both beauty and disappointment, and throughout history we have tried to make sense of the world that we inhabit and how we can navigate through the tension of all that is good and broken in the world. Yet most of our attempts to avoid loss simply lead to greater anxiety--an unresolved fear that we will eventually lose what we most love and need. Sadly, even our attempts at avoiding loss lead to more anxious lives.

In Beautiful, Disappointing, Hopeful, Drew Hyun offers a way of understanding the human experience through the Scriptures while offering practices of Gratitude, Grieving, and Grace as ways of centering our lives more fully into a holistic spirituality, showing us why our avoiding loss is not the biblical pathway to experiencing beauty. Because we cannot avoid loss, we must learn to go through it--but we do not do this alone. The good news we desperately need is that the promise of Jesus and his Resurrection gives us hope that helps us to navigate ordinary loss every day. Hyun encourages us to engage with three simple practices--gratitude, grieving, and grace--that can build lasting spiritual resilience as we learn to grow through our loss and disappointment.

Now available on CD, fifteen powerful a cappella songs from the South African church, including the acclaimed 'We Are Marching in the Light of God' (Siyahamba). Recorded in 1984. Songs collected and edited by Anders Nyberg. Freedom is comingAsikhatali (It Doesn't Matter)Gabi (Praise the Father)IpharadisiSingabahambayo (On Earth an Army is Marching)Siph'amandla (O God, Give Us Power)Akanamandla (He Has No Power)Bamthatha (He's Locked Up)Vula, Botha (Open, Botha)Shumayela (Come, Let Us Preach)Nkosi, Nkosi (Lord, Have Mercy)Siyahamba (We Are Marching)Haleluya! Pelo Tsa Rona (Haleluya! We Sing Your Praises)Thuma Mina (Send Me Jesus)We shall not give up the fight

Amid Passing Things is a collection of meditations on all the ways God enters our lives, even when we're unaware. Based on his own life experiences, Franciscan friar Jeremiah Shryock offers both struggles and joys that come in a life that's consciously encountering God-the Holy One all around us-not in some far-off place, but right here and now in this life, amid passing things.

Voel dit of die eise van die lewe jou wil oorweldig? Smag jy na ’n plek waar jy kan wegkom van daaglikse stres en spanning, en onsekerheid oor die toekoms?

Topverkoper-outeur Milanie Vosloo wéét dat die lewe soms elke druppel energie uit ’n vrou tap. Die 366 bemoedigende dagstukkies met ’n Skrifaanhaling, oordenking en kort gebed sal vroue opnuut verseker dat God die enigste Bron is wat hulle volkome kan versterk.

Krag vir elke dag moedig vroue aan om hul angs en onsekerheid te verruil vir God se ewige, onuitputbare krag.

Why does the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ have such power? Why Christ Died dives in and seeks to answer that question.

Delving deep into Scripture, Tamryn Klintworth declares and explores the truths that supports the blood, sacrifice, suffering, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and what this truly means to humankind.

We do not like speaking about sin. It makes us uncomfortable. It raises guilty memories and past regrets. Nonetheless, we cannot avoid discussing it if we truly want to understand what Jesus achieved for us.

You can be assured that the love God has for you is indescribable. His devotion to you is unwavering and radical. He forged a way for you to be with Him forever through the blood that was shed by His Son. He wants you desperately. He yearns for you relentlessly. But will you accept His love for you? This decision is yours and yours alone.

Baie woorde of frases in die Bybel is vir hedendaagse lesers moeilik verstaanbaar.

Die Toeligtingsbybel ontsluit die Woord op ’n lesersvriendelike, toeganklike manier. Dit bevat die volledige teks van die vertroude Nuwe Lewende Vertaling, en verhelder woordkeuses en defi nisies, teologiese begrippe, historiese konteks en geografiese inligting deur verduidelikings in hakies. Hierdie toeligtende verduidelikings lei tot ’n dieper waardering vir die rykdom wat in die Skrif opgesluit lê.

God se Woord is ewig en vandag nog relevant. Die Toeligtingsbybel sal die Skrif op ’n verfrissende wyse verlig en lei tot geloofversterking en geestelike groei.

• Volledige teks van die NLV Bybel.
• Sinonieme, definisies of ekwivalente vir woordkeuses ter wille van betekenisverruiming.
• Verduidelikings van teologiese begrippe.
• Historiese konteks en geografiese inligting om vir die leser ’n vollediger prentjie van die Bybelse leefwêreld te skep.
• Elke Bybelboek het ’n kort inleiding oor die boodskap wat elke boek oordra.
• Kruisverwysings na ander plekke in die Skrif waar ’n bepaalde onderwerp aangeroer word.
• 8.8 punt lettergrootte

From trusted author Jim George comes this tween devotional dedicated to help boys ages 8-12 grow closer to God. The 140 devotions address every part of a boy's life, such as making good choices, creating a positive self-image, and developing a deeper prayer life. This age-appropriate collection also includes a clear explanation of the gospel message, making it a perfect choice to give to a boy considering a commitment to Christ.

All it takes is a minute or two each day to read these short chapters, and boys will learn how much God cares about them. This action-packed devotional makes a great gift for your son, grandson, or other special boy in your life.

Help him discover his journey with Jesus is the most important adventure of his life.

Do you need courage to face a challenge or comfort after surviving an ordeal? Remember that when you spend time before the Lord in praise and worship, amazing things happen! This pocket-sized book includes 60 powerful prayers and Scripture verses to help you unlock the power of prayer and praise in all your circumstances. It also has space to record your reflections, petitions and answers to prayer. God’s great love for you makes your life complete. His delivering power touches every situation you face. His gracious care for you soothes moments of worry and fear.

This book is the perfect starting point for watching God move mightily in your life or as a gift for someone needing upliftment and encouragement.

After more than a decade of tumult, Roman warrior Rex and his aristocratic wife, Flavia, are thankful to the God they serve for the peaceful life they are living in the city of Alexandria. But with the Empire in flux, it cannot last. When Rex is called away to serve Constantine in his fight against Licinius, Flavia's loneliness and longing for a baby lead her down the road of temptation. Perhaps one of Egypt's gods will grant her conception? As battles rage both within and without, Rex and Flavia will have to rely on God's forgiveness and protection if they are to survive the trials to come. Their adventures sweep them into the great events of the ancient church, including the forging of the Nicene Creed, terrible murders within the imperial family, the quest for the true cross of Christ in Jerusalem, and the end of pagan Rome as a new Christian empire dawns. Bryan Litfin brings his epic Constantine's Empire series to a thrilling close with this dramatic tale of struggle and redemption.

Is jy op soek na vrede? ’n Kalm oomblik te midde van die chaos? Voel dit of selfs één dag sonder bekommernisse eenvoudig buite jou bereik is?

Riekert Botha se raad om ons woeste wêreld te navigeer, is reguit: Fokus op Jesus. Wanneer jou hele lewe op Hom gefokus is, word jou visie helder, jou prioriteite duidelik en onmoontlike situasies hanteerbaar. Jy kan rus in die wete dat Jesus jou krag is en dat Hy al is wat jy nodig het. Hý is jou stilte in die storm.

Wees oor niks besorg nie is ’n treffer-dagboek met 366 dagstukke wat jou sal lei om elke dag daarop te fokus om Jesus, jou Verlosser, beter te leer ken sodat jy kan groei in ’n meer volwasse volgeling wat ook vir die wêreld sal wys hoekom Jesus ook die antwoord op húl soeke na vrede is.

From Fr. Michael E. Gaitley, MIC, author of the bestselling book Consoling the Heart of Jesus, comes an extraordinary 33-day journey to Marian consecration with four giants of Marian spirituality: St. Louis de Montfort, St. Maximilian Kolbe, Blessed Teresa of Calcutta, and Blessed John Paul II. Fr. Michael masterfully summarizes their teaching, making it easy to grasp and simple enough to put into practice. More specifically, he weaves their thought into a user-friendly, do-it-yourself retreat that will bless even the busiest of people. So, if you've been thinking about entrusting yourself to Mary for the first time or if you're simply looking to deepen and renew your devotion to her, 33 Days to Morning Glory is the right book to read and the perfect retreat to make.