Theology

Stephen A. Seamands

Wounds That Heal: Bringing Our Hurts to the Cross

Balancing sound biblical exposition with sensitive pastoral care, Stephen Seamands shows that because Jesus experienced abuse, shame and rejection, he understands the hurts we experience today. And Jesus' response to pain and suffering gives us hope that we too can experience forgiveness and new life.

Dennis P. Hollinger

Head, Heart & Hands: Bringing Together Christian Thought, Passion and Action

As Christians, we are to love God with all of our being--heart, mind, soul and strength. But many of us tend to overemphasize one aspect or another, and as a result, our faith becomes imbalanced. Ethicist Dennis P. Hollinger shows us how to link our intellect, emotions and desire so we can reunite our Christian thought, passion and action.

M. Robert Mulholland

The Deeper Journey: The Spirituality of Discovering Your True Self

The author of "Shaped by the Word" exposes the false selves that readers may be tempted to hide behind and helps in the quest to discover the true self that comes from being hidden with Christ in God.

Josh McDowell

A Ready Defense: The Best of Josh McDowell

One of today's leading Christian apologists, Josh McDowell tells his own story of how he as a confirmed skeptic came to believe in the Christ whose existence he had challenged. McDowell discusses archaeology, miracles, the resurrection of Jesus, creation, demons, and much more.

J. I. Packer

Concise Theology: A Guide to Historic Christian Beliefs

How can I know God better? "If only I had the time to study theology. . . ." If only someone could explain the essentials of theology in bite-sized portions. If only there were a resource that went deeper without drowning the reader in page after page. J. I. Packer has done it! Finally, there's a book that explains the essentials of theology in a style and length that busy readers can appreciate. J. I. Packer, noted theologian and author of Knowing God, offers 94 concise studies. Each focuses on our great God and his wonderful plan for us. Where does the Bible say that? Each study is just a couple of pages long. That means you can find the answers you need quickly. But don't be fooled--there are plenty of Scripture references on every page. You can go as deep as you want at the pace you want. Short studies on the essentials. In these chapters, you'll find what Packer calls the "permanent essentials of Christianity." The essentials are summarized so that you can find them quickly and easily. The essentials are expressed in such a way that you can both understand and appreciate the greatness of God. So jump right in. Discover for yourself how Christian theology is not just a ...

Greg Laurie

Why Believe?: Exploring the Honest Questions of Seekers

This companion to the Seeker's Bible explores the honest questions of seekers, such as "Why am I here?" "What happens when I die?" and "Why should I believe in God?"

Josh McDowell, Bob Hostetler, David H. Bellis

Beyond Belief to Convictions

Will your kids stand strong in the face of today's culture? What strikes fear in your heart as a concerned parent, pastor, youth worker, or educator? Isn't it that our kids will fall prey to the wrong crowd, succumb to cultural pressures, and make wrong choices that will bring pain and suffering to their lives? That fear is real. We all sense the danger. "While we need to fear what our kids could be tempted to do," Josh McDowell explains, "we need to be more concerned with what our kids are led to believe." "In Beyond Belief to Convictions" Josh documents that the majority of our kids who have distorted beliefs about God, truth, and the Bible are 210 percent more likely to lack purpose in life; 225 percent more likely to be angry with life; 300 percent more likely to use illegal drugs; 600 percent more likely to attempt suicide! In this comprehensive volume Josh offers the tools to correct our young people's distorted beliefs and lead them to deepened convictions about God and his Word. In classic McDowell fashion, he provides families and the church with a "relational apologetic"--rock-solid reasons to believe and a biblical blueprint for living out those beliefs in relationship ...

Max Lucado

He Chose the Nails

The wood. The thorns. The nails. Christ's sacrifice has defined the very essence of mankind's faith for the past 2000 years. And now, Max Lucado invites you to examine the cross, contemplate its purpose, and celebrate its significance with He Chose the Nails. With his warm, caring style, Max examines the symbols surrounding Christ's crucifixion, revealing the claims of the cross and asserting that if they are true, then Christianity itself is true. The supporting evidence either makes the cross the single biggest hoax of all time, or the hope of all humanity. More than a book, the campaign includes the first stand-alone workbook, leaders guide, and video package from Max, as well as a praise & worship CD from Here to Him music featuring several of today's favorite Christian artists.

Max Lucado

And the Angels Were Silent: Walking with Christ Toward the Cross

In the last week of his life, Jesus deliberately sets his face toward Jerusalem and certain death. Even the angels are silent as they ponder his final days. By studying Christ's walk, believers can learn how to take their own walk.

D. James Kennedy

Why I Believe

In this powerful declaration of what Christians believe and why, Kennedy explores the foundations of the Christian faith. For new believers and seasoned Christians alike, this book will strengthen their faith by answering that all consuming question, "Why?"

Ravi K. Zacharias

Jesus Among Other Gods: The Absolute Claims of the Christian Message

In his most important work to date, scholar and speaker Ravi Zacharias tells how the blueprint for life and death is found in the true understanding of Jesus.

Dee Brestin, Kathy Troccoli

Forever in Love with Jesus Workbook: Becoming One with the Love of Your Life

Women have "fallen" in love with Jesus and learned to "live" in love with Him, now it's time to study the depths of that love. Based on the Gospel of John, this study explores the seven descriptions of Jesus as: The Word The Bridegroom The Bread of Life The Lion of Judah The Resurrection and the Life The Vine The Redeemer The workbook presents additional insights and more in-depth material along with ten structured lessons and questions for both personal and group study. A video curriculum will follow in 2005. This is the third and final installment in the Falling in Love with Jesus Trilogy. Beth Moore says, "God is using Dee and Kathy in a revival happening in the hearts of countless women. He is stirring the flame of fiery love through His Word-their Falling in Love with Jesus Trilogy has the rare blend of sacred romance and earthly relevance."

Rita Burns Senseman

When You Are an RCIA Sponsor

Someone has decided to become a Catholic and you have been invited to be the person's sponsor during the journey of conversion. What does a sponsor do during the process of Christian initiation? In When You Are an RCIA Sponsor Rita Burns Senseman reflects on the responsibility and significance of being chosen to share your faith and personal experience with someone less familiar with the path than you. She explains clearly and briefly the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. Her explanation includes a description of the rituals involved in the initiation process as well as a description of the theology of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. She offers suggestions for being a companion and witness on the RCIA journey, for introducing and welcoming the new Catholic into the parish faith community, and for praying and worshiping together. Each chapter provides questions for reflection or discussion, and passages from the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church for prayerful meditation. The author also includes guidance for sponsoring families.

John M. Frame

Apologetics to the Glory of God: An Introduction

Frame sheds needed light on the message and method of genuinely Christian apologetics. Giving special attention to application of the truth, he insightfully examines apologetics as proof, defense, and offense. Frame clarifies the relationships of reason, proofs, and evidences to faith, biblical authority, and the lordship of Christ. He offers a fresh look at probability arguments and gives special attention to the problem of evil.

Richard L., Jr. Pratt

Designed for Dignity: What God Has Made It Possible for You to Be

"You are in for a very pleasant surprise as you read Designed for Dignity, Here is a book -- written with great humility, simplicity, and honesty -- about people like you and me..., If you are one of those Christians who study 'wormology' and think that the essence of the Christian faith is your worthlessness, this book will set you free. Read it. You'll be glad".

Cornelius Van Til

Christian Apologetics

This book is Van Til's most complete succinct introduction to his method of defending the faith. Here he presents the underpinnings of this uniquely biblical approach. Van Til shows how Christian apologetics is rooted in a unified system of scriptural truth, a worldview that encompasses all spheres of knowledge. Noting the ultimate conflict between Christian and non-Christian systems, Van Til sets forth a method of argument that centers on an all-important, biblically defined point of contact with the unbeliever. In this second edition William Edgar, a leading proponent of pre-suppositional apologetics, provides a new introduction and explanatory notes throughout the text.

K. Scott Oliphint

The Battle Belongs to the Lord: The Power of Scripture for Defending Our Faith

Calls all believers to do apologetics -- to apply biblical truth to contemporary concerns. A popular-level introduction to presuppositional apologetics and its biblical underpinnings.

Rose Marie Miller

From Fear to Freedom: Living as Sons and Daughters of God

For all those who live in fear of never quite "measuring up," this honest account of one woman's spiritual crisis provides a new look at the transforming power of God's grace in the midst of weakness. Readers will be encouraged to relinquish the role of spiritual "orphan" and embrace a forgiving heavenly Father.

Stanley M. Horton

What the Bible Says about the Holy Spirit

Written from a positive evangelical and Pentecostal perspective, this book gives a fresh look at what the Scriptures teach about the Holy Spirit. It is the result of a lifetime of dedicated study by one of the most respected Pentecostal scholars of our day. The revised edition also includes the NIV of the Holy Spirit.

Rita Bennett, Dennis Bennett

The Holy Spirit & You Workbook

Widely acclaimed as the most sound, comprehensive, down-to-earth, and useful book for teaching all aspects of the charismatic movement, THE HOLY SPIRIT & YOU has been enthusiastically endorsed by virtually every leader in the charismatic renewal. Popular and practical, it's not only a personal study guide, but it's used as a textbook in colleges, Bible schools, high schools, and home study groups. This is the workbook that brings the text of the book alive!