The Spirituality of the Gospels
Title | The Spirituality of the Gospels PDF eBook |
Author | Stephen C. Barton |
Publisher | Wipf and Stock Publishers |
Pages | 173 |
Release | 2006-09-06 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1597529095 |
Probably no other works of ancient literature have had a greater influence on religious life and thought than the Four Gospels. Certainly no other works have been the subject of such intense study by those determined to learn more about the Gospels' central, often enigmatic, figure. And yet, despite the bewildering variety of scholarly approaches, few have sought to interpret the Gospels in terms of the distinctive spirituality that each contains and seeks to evoke in its readers. That is the aim of this important new book -- to help today's readers explore what each Gospel has to offer when viewed by its own right as a classic of Western spirituality. Written in a clear, non-technical style, the fresh perspectives this work presents will open new vistas on the familiar stories about the life, teaching, and ultimate significance of Jesus.
Truth Or Territory
Title | Truth Or Territory PDF eBook |
Author | Jim Osman |
Publisher | |
Pages | 254 |
Release | 2015-09-11 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9780692512449 |
This book offers a critique of common spiritual warfare practices including binding Satan, renouncing curses, spiritual mapping and exorcisms. Using Scripture, and Scripture alone, Pastor Jim Osman shows that true spiritual warfare is not a battle over territory, but a battle for the truth. The book is divided into four sections: Establishing Biblical Principles, Exposing Unbiblical Practices, Explaining Biblical Perspectives and Examining a Biblical Passage. A biblical approach to spiritual warfare recognizes the Bible as the sole authority, rejects unbiblical and man-made methods, and rests in Christ and His finished work for victory. Many in the modern spiritual warfare movement teach a methodology of spiritual warfare that is more akin to something you would find in a Harry Potter novel (renouncing curses and using prayer mantras to seize territory) than anything described in Scripture. Many of these practices reflect a theology built on anecdotes, experience, and interviews with demons rather than a sound exegesis of Scripture. Footnoted quotations of authors like Mark Bubeck, Neil T. Anderson, and others are compared against Scripture to show that modern spiritual warfare "experts" have abandoned the authority of Scripture and opted for man-made methods to wage spiritual battle. The chapters include a study of the three enemies that every Christian faces: the world, the flesh, and the devil. Pastor Osman answers from Scripture the questions: Can a Christian be demon-possessed? Is Christ's authority ours? and, What about exorcisms? One chapter includes a helpful discussion of the link between spiritual warfare and a believer's sanctification. The foreword is written by international conference speaker Justin Peters (justinpeters.org). This book is being published as an e-book as a fundraiser to finish the new church building of Kootenai Community Church (www.kootenaichurch.org) of which Jim is one of the pastors. All the proceeds go the building fund for the completion of that project. You can see regular updates at http: //www.truthorterritory.com .
The Spiritual Gospel
Title | The Spiritual Gospel PDF eBook |
Author | Maurice F. Wiles |
Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
Pages | 200 |
Release | 2006-03-16 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 9780521673280 |
This book surveys the Greek fathers' interpretations of the Gospel of John from the earliest surviving commentary (Heracleon, c. 170) up to the early fifth century. It examines key themes and passages from the gospel and the varying methods of exegesis applied to them by different commentators, giving special attention to the contrast between the schools of Alexandria (notably Origen and Cyril) and of Antioch (Theodore of Mopsuestia and John Chrysostom). Maurice Wiles identifies the distinctive insights of each commentator and teases out the rich diversity of interpretations that flourished in this early period. This discussion is set within the wider context of early Christian thought, including the controversies between the Gnostic, modalist and monarchian heresies and 'orthodox' Nicene doctrine.
The Spirit of the Gospel
Title | The Spirit of the Gospel PDF eBook |
Author | Watchman Nee |
Publisher | Christian Fellowship Publishers |
Pages | 112 |
Release | 1985-12-01 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 0935008675 |
In this book, Watchman Nee shares with younger colleagues the absolute necessity for the spirit of the gospel, giving practical instructions on how to preach the gospel, and the four indispensable factors to an acceptance of the gospel.
The Gospel of Jesus
Title | The Gospel of Jesus PDF eBook |
Author | John Davidson |
Publisher | Clear Press Ltd |
Pages | 1096 |
Release | 2005 |
Genre | Christian literature, Early |
ISBN | 1904555144 |
An uplifting study of Jesus, his times and his teaching
The Gospel of Luke
Title | The Gospel of Luke PDF eBook |
Author | Pope Francis |
Publisher | Orbis Books |
Pages | 355 |
Release | 2021-09-22 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1608338959 |
"The Gospel of Luke is a pastoral commentary on the Gospel by Pope Francis, drawn from his homilies, writings, and speeches since he was elected pope"--
The Holy Spirit
Title | The Holy Spirit PDF eBook |
Author | Gregg Allison |
Publisher | B&H Publishing Group |
Pages | 462 |
Release | 2020-06-01 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1462757758 |
This book studies the Holy Spirit through the lens of both biblical and systematic theology. It provides a comprehensive look at the third person of the Trinity as revealed by Scripture, focusing on eight central themes and assumptions.