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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Important. Weighty. Convicting. Lisa Bevere is relentless in her conviction to stand on and for the Truth.' --Louie and Shelley Giglio, founders of Passion ConferencesWhat is truth This has become the defining question of our time. But while everyone has an opinion, truth, it seems, is getting harder and harder to find. Perhaps that's because we are searching for something when we should be looking for someone. Truth has a name. More ancient than time and more present than this moment, truth is not a river that changes with the cultural currents, but a rock--immovable, invincible, unshakeable--and the cornerstone of all we are and ever dream to be. Theologically deep yet intimately accessible, Adamant will be an anchor for your soul in a raging sea of opinions, giving you a clear sense of direction in a wandering world.

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'My friend Robert Jeffress has done a masterful job of helping believers think biblically about that future home Jesus is preparing for every believer.'--Dr. David Jeremiah, founder and president, Turning Point Ministries'Our life on earth is but a brief wisp of vapor compared to the eternity of heaven, so it makes sense to learn as much as possible about our everlasting home. I highly recommend A Place Called Heaven to every Christ-follower. I also recommend it to those who do not yet follow Christ, as it will give the skeptical reader solid, biblical answers to their toughest questions about the world beyond the grave.'--Joni Eareckson Tada, Joni and Friends International Disability Center 'We're all curious about heaven, and thankfully this book uses biblical teaching to enable us to get a peek behind the curtain. Read it to be reminded that the best is yet to come.'--Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer, pastor emeritus, The Moody Church, Chicago, Illinois'A clarion call for us all to look up and consider afresh how much God loves us and how profoundly our lives on earth matter. May you devour these pages, as I did, and begin to live more purposefully with eternity in mind.'--Susie Larson, talk radio host, national speaker, and author of Your Powerful Prayers 'A thousand years from today you will be alive . . . somewhere. No one is really ready to live life to the fullest until he or she is ready to die. Robert Jeffress opens biblical truth with the desired end that you can have the assurance you will live forever in . . . A Place Called Heaven.'--Dr. O. S. Hawkins, president/CEO, GuideStone Financial Resources, Dallas, Texas.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'It is time to draw a line in the sand, plant our feet on that line and give our lives in militant intercession until we bring heaven to earth in the nations.'--Cindy JacobsPractical, personal, biblical and motivational, this bestselling book has been the go-to, definitive guide to prophetic intercession for years. Fully revised and updated, with an in-depth study guide, the fourth edition of this classic text offers new and vital insights on prayer and spiritual warfare. With compassion, strategic thinking, encouragement and time-tested advice, international prayer leader Cindy Jacobs equips you to be an effective prayer warrior, answering these questions and more: - What is the purpose of intercession - How do you know someone needs your prayers - How do you pray - Do your prayers really battle the enemy and thwart his plans - What are the 'gates' of the enemy Whether you are a beginner or an expert in intercessory prayer, this training manual has everything you need to pray effectively--and possess the gates of the enemy.Praise for Possessing the Gates of the Enemy'A book I know will excite and uplift you. Watch and see. You will soon be recommending it to your friends!'--C. Peter Wagner'This book became a blueprint, a war manual and training manual strategy that shaped the course of my prayer journey. It gave me hope that the Church can actually win.'--Lou Engle'Few people could write a book that would become both a beginner's guide and a leader's manual. Cindy Jacobs has done just that in Possessing the Gates of the Enemy. Powerful and practical, informative and inspirational--it just doesn't get any better than this classic. Read the book that helped launch the great worldwide prayer movement of the last thirty years!'--Dr. Dutch Sheets, Dutch Sheets Ministries'Cindy proves two things in Possessing the Gates of the Enemy (1) You will be convinced of God's caring nature in sharing with those who will pray with Him over His ever-expanding Kingdom. (2) You will feel called and equipped in a new way, maybe even drafted for the first time into the office of intercession. This is truly a classic. The theology, her life experience, the spiritual street smarts that you will gain from your read will invite you into a new place that will change you forever!'--Shawn Bolz, president, Bolz Ministries'There are several books that all saints must read to understand the war of the Kingdom of God. Possessing the Gates of the Enemy is one of those books!'--Dr. Chuck D. Pierce, president, Global Spheres, Inc., and Glory of Zion International'Possessing the Gates of the Enemy is a classic jewel in the catalog of writings on prophetic intercession and warfare. This fourth edition is truly exciting because of its timely updates, which are a gift to a new generation of impassioned believers and world changers. My dear friend Cindy is a general in the faith and a general of intercession who has paved the way for women and men alike to rise up and take their place on the wall of a national and international prayer movement.'--Dr. Ché Ahn, president, Harvest International Ministry; international chancellor, Wagner University (formerly Wagner Leadership Institute)'As time passes, this book remains relevant and powerful! Cindy Jacobs is a seasoned end-times prophet who brings deep revelation and practical advice on intercession to help believers--from beginners to experienced leaders--fight back against the powers of darkness and experience the fullness of God's blessings for their lives.'--Apostle Guillermo Maldonado, founder and senior pastor, King Jesus Ministry, Miami, Florida.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Blossom Hill Lane is the best neighborhood ever--mostly because of the kids who live there, and the fun they share. Join Abby, Jason, Dunkum, Stacy, and their friends as they learn together with the rest of the Cul-de-Sac Kids the value of friendship and faith.Piggy Party Tired of winter, Carly Hunter decides to test the class guinea pig's skill for weather telling. When Carly's friends hear of the experiment, they join in--and bring their pets. Can trouble be far away The Granny Game Abby Hunter's parents are out of town, and strict Grandma Hunter has come to stay. Then relaxed Granny Mae shows up, too. Can Abby's very opposite grannies get along The Mystery Mutt Stacy Henry thinks everyone should choose a Fruit of the Spirit to work on in the new year, but Jason Birchall disagrees. Can a surprise discovery change his mind Big Bad Beans Jason Birchall is saving every penny for a bike. He's storing his money in a secret place--somewhere he hides other things, too. Will Jason's perfect plan turn out to be a mistake The Upside-Down Day It's Spirit Day at Blossom Hill School, and there's a new girl with a big secret. Can Abby Hunter and her class figure it out Or will spunky Leslie Groff outsmart them The Midnight Mystery Dunkum Mifflin turns detective when his cousin's dog suddenly disappears into the night. What's happened to Ellen's guide dog Can Dunkum and his friends unravel the mystery.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Blossom Hill Lane is the best neighborhood ever--mostly because of the kids who live there, and the fun they share. Join Abby, Jason, Dunkum, Stacy, and their friends as they learn together with the rest of the Cul-de-Sac Kids the value of friendship and faith. Tarantula Toes Jason Birchall is starting a zoo in his bedroom! Besides a bullfrog, Jason now owns a tarantula. Will Jason use his scary-looking pet to trick his pals Green Gravy Student of the week Carly Hunter decides her class needs to go green for St. Patrick's Day. But her brother Jimmy doesn't want to join in. Who will win this brother-sister tug-of-war Backyard Bandit Mystery Stacy Henry and her cul-de-sac friends put together a big yard sale. But then some of their old treasures disappear! Is there a bandit in the cul-de-sac Tree House Trouble When Abby Hunter and Stacy Henry build a cool tree house, it causes big trouble. Especially when they start posting signs that read No Boys Allowed!The Creepy Sleep-Over Dunkum Mifflin is excited to go to a class sleep-over. But the weird shadows and strange noises in the old mansion have him spooked! Can Dunkum get over his fears The Great TV Turn-Off Eric Hagel decides that the entire cul-de-sac shouldn't watch a speck of TV for a whole week. All the kids agree. But can they get the adults to go along with the plan.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Sweet, caring Amanda Priebe is one of the best friends you could ever hope for . . . except that she just can't mind her own business when it comes to love. She's determined her best friend and travel agency business partner can do better than a simple farmer. Instead, Amanda is set on her friend falling in love with an attractive, well-traveled pastor, never realizing he has his eyes set on Amanda.When it comes to her own love life--or lack of one--Amanda has no intention of settling down with any man. But then why is she so upset when her lifelong friend, Nate Knighton, becomes so aloof Maybe the attention of a handsome and sophisticated newcomer will be just the thing to soothe her hurt feelings. . . .In this tangled web of love, will Amanda finally see that sometimes true love is better than even the best-laid plans.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In an attempt to get to know the people of London, Texas--the small town that lawyer Eddi Boswick now calls home--she tries out for a local theater group's production of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. She's thrilled to get the role of lively Elizabeth Bennet . . . until she meets the arrogant--and eligible--rancher playing her leading man.Dave Davidson chose London, Texas, as the perfect place to live under the radar. Here, no one knows his past, and he can live a quiet, peaceful life with his elderly aunt, who also happens to own the local theater. Dave doesn't even try out for the play, but suddenly he is thrust into the role of Mr. Darcy and forced to spend the entire summer with Eddi, who clearly despises him. Sparks fly every time Eddi and Dave meet, whether on the stage or off. But when Eddi discovers Dave's secret, she has to admit there might be more to him than she thought. Maybe even enough to change her mind . . . and win her heart.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Allie Elton, daughter of the 'Peach King of the South,' has fallen madly in love with handsome, smart, and driven Frederick Wently--the peach plantation's yardman. After a year of keeping their relationship a secret, they're finally ready to announce their engagement. But Allie is devastated when her aunt--the woman who raised her like a daughter--says the heiress to the peach fortune needs to consider her family reputation and should most certainly not be settling down with 'a nobody.' When a minor accident occurs, Allie winds up in the hospital and separated from Frederick forever.Now, after ten years of obeying her family's every command, Allie comes face-to-face with her former love, whose character appears to have changed so drastically she hardly recognizes him. Allie is heartbroken . . . and yet she finds herself inexplicably drawn to Frederick. How can she move beyond these feelings when he's now living right under her nose.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Learn the Secret to Delighting in God's Word Sometimes reading the Bible feels like just another obligation, something else to check off your to-do list. But Scripture is so much more than a book of rules and regulations. The Bible is about Jesus and his love for you! Elyse Fitzpatrick reveals how each section of the Bible--the Law, history, poetry, the epistles--points to God's eternal love and the good news of redemption through his Son. You'll find yourself drawn to the Bible like never before as you begin to see Jesus on every page. Discussion questions make this a great book for individual or small-group study. 'Elyse introduces us to the way Jesus taught his followers to read and understand [the Bible], which puts who he is and what he's done firmly at the center of every part of the Bible's story.'--Nancy Guthrie, author of the Seeing Jesus in the Old Testament Bible study series'Whether you have studied the Bible for years or just begun, Finding the Love of Jesus from Genesis to Revelation will renew your mind and refresh your soul.'--Susan Hunt, author of several books, including Spiritual Mothering'I love that Elyse's new book is laser-focused on helping us see the context of God's big story and how all the pieces fit together.' --Gloria Furman, cross-cultural worker, author of Missional Motherhood and Alive in Him.

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - One man's past could affect all of their futures.With her younger brother Ivar in tow, Nilda Carlson is on her way to America to join her older brother Rune and his family in the northern forests of Minnesota. While she sees this as a golden opportunity, she has enough experience in life to know it won't be easy. The transatlantic voyage itself proves to be an adventure, and she hopes she will feel safe in her new home. Rune and Signe Carlson are thrilled that Nilda and Ivar are coming to Minnesota, but life on the Strand farm remains a struggle. Rune is trying to build a house for his wife and children, but Uncle Einar Strand, obsessed with his own ambitions, refuses to help. What's more, he forbids anyone from the community to step foot on his land, leaving Rune to toil on his own. When a tragedy lays bare the truth behind Einar's anger and isolation, the Carlsons and Strands will have to come together like never before to become a true family.'Readers are treated to an immersive immigrant experience from homeland to homesickness and every step along the way in this second installment of the Under Northern Skies series. . . . Snelling's skillful storytelling and attention to detail showcase her affection for her characters' personalities and Norwegian heritage. With increasing involvement in the community and hints of future romance, a true sense of new beginnings and renewed hope compels readers forward in this traditional historical saga.'--RT Book Reviews.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Though Aunt Gerd has softened towards them, Uncle Einar remains a harsh landlord as two more Carlsons, Nilda and Ivar, join Signe and Rune at the farm in Minnesota. When tragedy lays a dark secret bare, the Carlsons and Strands will have to come together and become a true family.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - She's the Only Witness to a Wagon Train Attack. Keeping Her Safe, Though, Means His World Is about to be Turned Upside Down.When Trace Riley finds the smoldering ruins of a small wagon train, he recognizes an attack by the same group who left him as sole survivor years ago. Living off the wilderness since then, he's finally carved out a home and started a herd--while serving as a self-appointed guardian of the trail. He'd hoped the days of driving off dangerous men were over, but the latest attack shows otherwise. Deborah Harkness saved her younger sister and two toddlers during the attack, and now finds herself at the mercy of her rescuer. Trace becomes an accidental guardian when he offers the only shelter for miles around and agrees to take them in until they can safely continue their journey. His simple bachelor existence never anticipated kids and women in the picture and their arrival is unsettling--yet enticing. Trace and Deborah find themselves drawing ever closer as they work together to bring justice to the trail and help the group survive the winter--but every day closer to spring means a day closer to leaving the mountains forever.'In the first installment of Connealy's new High Sierra Sweethearts series, delightful characters entertain readers page after page with an adventurous and often perilous plot. . . . With a determined and independent leading lady and an unassuming hero befuddled by all things feminine, even Connealy's point-of-view transitions are wildly entertaining. The Accidental Guardian explores issues of trust, justice, commitment and faith. The contrast of the unpredictable winter weather and snug, cozy evenings by the fire is echoed by the hard work of survival and discovery of genuine faith through a salvaged Bible. This story's enticing conclusion leaves readers primed for the next installment. '--RT Book Reviews Top Pick.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - After two years at the St. Louis U.S. Marshals Office, Casey Sloane is tasked with escorting a reporter to Washington to testify before a grand jury. The reporter's research on an up-and-coming environmentalist who suddenly disappeared is now even more vital than anticipated.At first, Casey's assignment seems routine. But a dangerous attack on the Marshals Office puts everyone on high alert. When Casey and two other Marshals--one a man from her past--are forced on the run with the reporter, they'll do whatever it takes to protect their witness and make it out alive.The final book in the Defenders of Justice series comes to a climactic end with bombs exploding, kidnappings, hit men and bad guys who will stop at nothing to make sure their empire stays intact. . . . Nancy Mehl is a talented author who knows what fans of her books expect, and she never disappoints. Readers won't be able to anticipate Blind Betrayal's twists and turns!'--RT Book Reviews'Award-winning author Mehl leaves readers on the edge of their seats. The conflict and characters are sharp and dynamic, and the adventure in Blind Betrayal is memorable.'--Christian Market.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - As the sun began to rise, Lena Rose leaned against the cool pane of the bus window and gazed out at the familiar landscape of her life. I'm leaving my family and everything I know behind. She sighed, trying to keep her composure. Grieving the death of her Amish parents and the separation from her nine close-knit siblings, Lena Rose Schwartz consoles herself that her new life in Lancaster County won't be forever. Surely someday soon she will return to her beloved Michigan settlement, including her beau. But even as she holds on to hope for a reunion with those she loves most, she discovers that Lancaster holds charms of its own. Will she find the courage to open her heart to other possibilities 'Lewis's new book is a stand-alone Amish novel filled with charming characters and surroundings amid a heartwarming storyline of love, overcoming grief, and trusting God with our future.'--Christian Market'A heartwarming and touching story of faith and family love. . . . What is most impressive about Lewis is her talent in giving that authentic voice and realistic mannerisms in which she describes her settings and characters, so they all spring vividly to life. Lewis brings incredible knowledge and research about the Amish to this work.' --Fresh Fiction.

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Selfies Are a Search for God via God's Image: Us'Selfies helps us journey beyond our narcissistic culture, giving us language to move away from an ego-filled self-expression to our true identities hidden in Christ. Reflecting Detweiler's impressive grasp of art history and deep wisdom attained in media ecology, Selfies is both an invaluable guide for understanding our techno world with all its trappings and a book full of delightful observations.'--Makoto Fujimura, Brehm Center for Worship, Theology, and the Arts, Fuller Theological Seminary'I don't know anyone who can connect the dots between centuries of church history and twenty-first-century selfies like Detweiler. This book has changed the way I think about the images I see and share as well as the image of God in all of us.'--Kara Powell, Fuller Youth Institute; coauthor of Growing Young'Detweiler takes us on a fabulous journey through history in search of the first selfie. Stories of Narcissus, Rembrandt, Bayard, and Kim Kardashian provide a fascinating backdrop for understanding why it feels so good to get the perfect shot of me.'--Peggy Kendall, Bethel University; author of Reboot: Refreshing Your Faith in a High-Tech World'A Rosetta stone for people of faith bewildered by the seeming narcissism of the ubiquitous selfie. Detweiler taps the collective wisdom found in Greek mythology, art history, psychoanalysis, and media criticism to help translate biblical principles to this troubling use of technology. Selfies encourages readers to view the images of others and ourselves with compassion and curiosity and to see past the image to the collective longing to be known.'--Lisa Swain, Biola University'This brilliant book does not simply bash media but critically explores it while presenting the good, the bad, and the very ugly. A must-read for anyone who spends even a minute on the internet or near any media outlet.'--Daniel White Hodge, North Park University; author of Homeland Insecurity: A Hip-Hop Missiology for the Post-Civil Rights Context.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Here is economic wisdom for humans with habits and desires, immersed in patterns and practices. Here is a model of economic discipleship that doesn't just tell you what to think but how to practically live in an economy of the kingdom. Here is a book that refuses idealism but is fueled by resurrection hope. But you can't pull this off on your own, so buy copies for your family, friends, and congregation.'--James K. A. Smith, professor of philosophy at Calvin College; author of You Are What You Love'The authors show how biblical mandates work justice and equality in the real world. Their testimonies, grown out of their own experiences, will be life-giving for any reader who cares about economic neighborliness.'--Walter Brueggemann, professor emeritus at Columbia Theological Seminary; author of The Prophetic Imagination'This is a powerfully practical book.'--Joel Belz, founder of WORLD magazine'This book is good--really good. I found myself thinking differently about the economy, the marketplace, the kingdom of God, his Word, and even why God put me here.'--Henry Kaestner, managing principal of Sovereign's Capital; cofounder and former CEO of Bandwidth'This book is an incredibly helpful tool for all Christians who desire to live a countercultural life for the common good, especially as it relates to their money and resources.'--Gabe Lyons, coauthor of Good Faith; founder of QMichael Rhodes is director of community transformation at the Memphis Center for Urban Theological Studies, where he heads up efforts to equip pastors and community development practitioners with theologically informed tools for community transformation.Robby Holt is senior pastor at North Shore Fellowship in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and teacher and theological dean for the Chattanooga Institute for Faith and Work.Brian Fikkert is founder and president of the Chalmers Center for Economic Development at Covenant College. He is the coauthor of several books, including When Helping Hurts and From Dependence to Dignity.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Shelton combines a historian's knowledge of the sources, a scholar's respect for learning, a journalist's eye for detail, and a believer's awe before the transcendent. Here is a full accounting of the few brave men Jesus of Nazareth used to rock the world in ways still unfolding. It will inform and inspire all who seek to understand and connect with the early Christian legacy as preserved in historical sources, ancient literature and legends, art and artifacts, and critical reconstruction. This recovery of the apostles' full humanity in history enhances their testimony to the Savior who sent them forth.'--Robert W. Yarbrough, Covenant Theological Seminary'Just as there have been quests for the historical Jesus, so now Shelton leads us on a quest for the historical core within the many apostolic legends. More than just a work of scholarship, this book takes readers by the hand and guides us through the minefield of ancient mythmaking to help us meet the actual disciples of Christ, the real men who walked with the Savior and sat at his feet. Never gullible or credulous, yet never unconcerned about the edification of the church, Shelton gives us the bottom line when it comes to the apostles: their actual historical biographies and their enduring significance for today.'--Bryan Litfin, author of Getting to Know the Church Fathers'This book is a treasure trove for those who wonder what happened to the twelve apostles of Jesus. Shelton provides a sympathetic but critical reading of the evidence for the missionary activity of the apostles by patiently sifting through biblical texts, early church witnesses, and later legends. I am especially grateful that the Quest for the Historical Apostles narrates how each apostle has been received in the life and faith of the church.'--Daniel A. Keating, Sacred Heart Major Seminary'Many of us know the apostles by name but have only a general sense of who they were and how they impacted the early church. Here, in a single volume, Shelton consolidates centuries of historiography into an accessible introduction to the men Jesus knew best, enabling us to sift through all the facts, stories, legends, and images that have accrued over time. Readers who join Shelton on his quest will come away with deeper knowledge not only of the apostles themselves but also of the New Testament, the early church, and the craft of historiography.'--Rebecca Rine, Grove City College.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The rediscovery and celebration of patristic exegesis continues apace and across a wide ecumenical spectrum. Craig Carter offers here a robust, readable, and bracing defense of a fundamental truth: patristic exegesis offers not only a 'method' for reading but a theology of Scripture. Following this insight Carter develops a theology of Scripture rooted deeply in the Nicene doctrine of God and poses a stark challenge to all who would separate the reading of the text from our theological confession.'--Lewis Ayres, Durham University'A timely intervention into the contemporary conversation. I nearly called it an interruption because the book is so feisty, blunt, and urgent, but Carter avoids rudeness and rashness. He has obviously been listening very carefully for some time to the major voices, and he now makes his own contribution: a strategic renarrating of the standard account of premodern exegesis. In Carter's retelling, key doctrines (Christology and Trinity) loom large, as do certain capital letters (Great Tradition; Christian Platonism). This is a stimulating and accessible account of how to carry on reading the Bible theologically.'--Fred Sanders, Torrey Honors Institute, Biola University'I love this book! Carter unequivocally starts out with the Christian Platonism that informed the Nicene tradition and unabashedly takes aim at the naturalism that undergirds biblical exegesis in modernity. Carter's contemplative logic is irrefutable: if Scripture participates in the Word of God, then we are surely right to see Christ sacramentally present also in the Old Testament Scriptures.'--Hans Boersma, Nashotah House Theological Seminary'With comprehensive breadth, Carter argues that a theological interpretation of Scripture that is grounded in the Nicene faith, Christian Platonism, and christological literalism has always been at the heart of the church's great evangelical preaching. Carter links contemporary evangelical practices to the best strands of patristic, medieval, and Reformation exegesis, inviting us to grasp the interaction of exegesis, dogma, and metaphysics as part of a spiritual discipline in which the believing reader is united to Christ by being transformed and purified by the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit. Readable and passionately argued, this volume is for those who want a comprehensive account of retrieving tradition as the way forward for evangelicals.'--Annette Brownlee, Wycliffe College, University of Toronto.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The tension in Kathy Herman's newest book builds slowly, then erupts and leaves you wondering clear to the end. One of her best so far--truly a must read.'--Miralee Ferrell, award-winning author of Runaway Romance, also a TV movieMercy killing--or ruthless murder After must agonizing, Liam Berne takes his mother, who suffers from Alzheimer's, to the Sure Foot River, where he coaxes her into the water and drowns her. A mercy killing, he tells himself, to spare her years in a nursing home. And getting his inheritance isn't a bad thing either.Dixie Berne's body is recovered, and the coroner can't find any sign of foul play, though others aren't convinced. When Liam discovers a child witnessed the drowning, what he's willing to do shocks even him.But unbeknownst to Liam, someone else suspects him--someone who intends to make him pay.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - One man's past could affect all of their futures.With her younger brother Ivar in tow, Nilda Carlson is on her way to America to join her older brother Rune and his family in the northern forests of Minnesota. While she sees this as a golden opportunity, she has enough experience in life to know it won't be easy. The transatlantic voyage itself proves to be an adventure, and she hopes she will feel safe in her new home. Rune and Signe Carlson are thrilled that Nilda and Ivar are coming to Minnesota, but life on the Strand farm remains a struggle. Rune is trying to build a house for his wife and children, but Uncle Einar Strand, obsessed with his own ambitions, refuses to help. What's more, he forbids anyone from the community to step foot on his land, leaving Rune to toil on his own. When a tragedy lays bare the truth behind Einar's anger and isolation, the Carlsons and Strands will have to come together like never before to become a true family.'Readers are treated to an immersive immigrant experience from homeland to homesickness and every step along the way in this second installment of the Under Northern Skies series. . . . Snelling's skillful storytelling and attention to detail showcase her affection for her characters' personalities and Norwegian heritage. With increasing involvement in the community and hints of future romance, a true sense of new beginnings and renewed hope compels readers forward in this traditional historical saga.'--RT Book Reviews.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Calvin's Tormentors introduces the individuals and groups who, through their opposition to John Calvin's theology and politics, helped shape the Reformer, his theology, and his historical and religious legacy. Gary Jenkins shows how Calvin had to defend or rethink his theology in light of his tormentors' challenges. The book reveals Calvin as a subtle thinker whose intellectual life wore the marks of the controversies he endured, giving readers a more nuanced view of Calvin's life and thought.'Jenkins's extensive survey of John Calvin's opponents, both in Geneva and further afield, offers fresh insights into the Reformer's theological outlook in one accessibly written volume. The book fills a noticeable gap in Calvin studies.'--Karin Maag, director, H. Henry Meeter Center for Calvin Studies'This provocatively titled book represents neither a defense of nor an assault on Calvin. Rather, Jenkins is exceptionally evenhanded in his treatment. He discusses the lives and exploits of those who attacked Calvin and also shows that Calvin frequently brought these attacks on himself. Calvin's Tormentors treats infamous fracases as well as lesser-known ones. Its handling of the Servetus and Bolsec cases in particular is exemplary. Jenkins is a patient, thorough, and insightful scholar, not to mention a beautiful writer. This stimulating read is punctuated with lovely vignettes, pin-sharp detail, and plenty of grist for a graduate seminar or for private reflection.'--Jon Balserak, senior lecturer in early modern religion, University of Bristol'Calvin's Tormentors is a refined piece of scholarship on what is a rather neglected aspect of the life and work of the Genevan Reformer, namely the nature and character of the voices raised against him and his reform program. Jenkins provides detailed and well-designed studies of Calvin's interactions with du Tillet, Caroli, Sadoleto, Servetus, Castellio, Berthelier, Baudouin, Bolsec, Westphal, and the Italian antitrinitarians. This is a fine historical analysis that provides a significant and often-neglected window on the Genevan Reformation--a work to be welcomed by scholars and students alike.'--Richard A. Muller, senior fellow, Junius Institute for Digital Reformation Research; P. J. Zondervan Professor of Historical Theology, Emeritus, Calvin Theological Seminary.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Worlds of the Preacher helps students and pastors understand the worlds--biblical, cultural, and personal--that influence their preaching. Contributors include Victor D. Anderson, Jeffrey Arthurs, Patricia M. Batten, Scott M. Gibson, Matthew D. Kim, Duane Litfin, Steven D. Mathewson, Haddon W. Robinson, Donald R. Sunukjian, and Scott Wenig.'Few, if any, have so positively influenced the work of preaching in recent memory as did Haddon Robinson, whose Biblical Preaching is a classic that has been and still is studied in countless colleges and seminaries. This volume is a tribute to Haddon in that his students and colleagues further develop his insights on the context of the preaching task. Anyone who preaches or teaches the Word of God will be blessed and encouraged by this outstanding volume.'--Michael Duduit, executive editor, Preaching magazine; Clamp Divinity School, Anderson University'Gibson and his coauthors accurately capture the many-faceted contributions Haddon has made in the field of homiletics. Each author explores some essential part of Haddon's philosophy of preaching and brings the reader concrete help in forming and delivering sermons relevant to today's world. I highly recommend this book to preachers everywhere. Haddon's legacy is in good hands.'--Alice Mathews, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary; author of Preaching That Speaks to Women'Gibson's erudition, practical experience, and wisdom hand us a volume for our times. He has selected a top-tier panel of interpreters to help the reader navigate the crosscurrents that push and pull the contemporary proclaimer. Preaching has always been a complex task, and that challenge only escalates. This contribution gives a homiletical GPS for those who ride the pulpit in stormy weather.'--Joel C. Gregory, George W. Truett Theological Seminary, Baylor University'Here is a book on preaching that is different from most books on preaching. Effective preaching means living in the worlds of the Bible, contemporary culture, our hearers, and ourselves. When these intersect, the preacher is most effective. This is a welcome and insightful volume that will enhance your preaching and enrich your ministry.'--David L. Allen, Center for Expository Preaching, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An essential commentary for pastorsThe Teach the Text Commentary Series gives pastors the best of biblical scholarship and presents the information needed to move seamlessly from the meaning of the text to its effective communication. By keeping the discussion in each carefully selected preaching unit to six pages of focused commentary, the volumes allow pastors to quickly grasp the most important information. Each unit of the commentary includes the big idea and key themes of the passage; sections dedicated to understanding, teaching, and illustrating the text; and full-color illustrations, maps, and photos. C. Marvin Pate's volume on the book of Romans will inform and inspire pastors to make Paul's vital message to the Christians in Rome both understandable in its context and applicable to our lives today.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Focused Biblical Scholarship to Teach the Text EffectivelyThe Teach the Text Commentary Series gives pastors the best of biblical scholarship and presents the information needed to move seamlessly from the meaning of the text to its effective communication. By providing focused commentary, this volume allows pastors to quickly grasp the most important information. Each unit of the commentary includes the big idea and key themes of the passage and sections dedicated to understanding, teaching, and illustrating the text.Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther are the historical books from Israel's postexilic period. While lacking miraculous intervention found in previous historical books, God is nevertheless active behind the scenes, working through human agency and sovereignly orchestrated 'coincidences' to achieve his purposes: the restoration and protection of his people, despite opposition and outright threat.'Packed with colorful historical background material and cogent theological insight into the narrative stories, this is one of the most helpful commentaries I know of on these important books. Anyone planning to teach or preach from Ezra, Nehemiah, or Esther would be wise to drink deeply from this expertly written volume.'--J. Daniel Hays, dean of the School of Christian Studies and professor of biblical studies, Ouachita Baptist University'Resources such as Nykolaishen and Schmutzer's Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther in Baker's Teach the Text Commentary Series are surprisingly difficult to find. They interpret Scripture firmly within its historical and literary contexts and help readers move beyond proof-texting to a genuine understanding of God's word to them, which is also God's word to us. Here you have an example of first-rate evangelical scholarship in service of the church, and I commend it with enthusiasm.'--J. Scott Duvall, Fuller Professor of New Testament and chair of the Department of Biblical Studies, Ouachita Baptist UniversityDouglas J. E. Nykolaishen (PhD, University of Edinburgh) is an ordained minister and professor of biblical studies at Ouachita Baptist University. Andrew J. Schmutzer (PhD, Trinity International University) is professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute. He is coauthor of Between Pain and Grace and has published in Bulletin for Biblical Research and Journal for the Study of the Old Testament.