Christianity Without The Cross

Author : Thomas A. Fudge
Publisher : Universal-Publishers
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781581125849

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Christianity Without the Cross by Thomas A. Fudge Pdf

Grounded in primary source research, this boldly revisionist book examines the doctrine of salvation in Oneness Pentecostalism (United Pentecostal Church) from its origins through its several developmental stages. The gradual rise of a literal interpretation of Acts 2.38 eliminated a tradition of doctrinal diversity within Oneness thought which regarded salvation as occurring at repentance prior to water and Spirit baptism. With this development a main link to the wider stream of evangelical Christianity was severed. The "water and Spirit" theology resulted in a form of Christianity which does not necessarily require the cross in any meaningful sense for salvation. This study recovers the lost theological tradition associated with important figures such as Howard A. Goss, A.D. Gurley, W.M. Greer, C.H. Tadon, Wynn T. Stairs, Earl Jacques, E.P. Wickens, John Paterson and the Pentecostal Church, Incorporated. Combining traditional historical methodology and theological research with the principles of a broadly based oral history, this study argues for a theological diversity within the history of Oneness Pentecostalism and in so doing bridges an important gap in the history and theology of the United Pentecostal Church.

Author : Edward Bouverie Pusey
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1875
Category : Electronic
ISBN : NLS:V000659523

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Christianity Without the Cross, Corruption of the Gospel of Christ. A Sermon by Edward Bouverie Pusey Pdf

Author : Greg Albrecht
Publisher : Plain Truth Ministries
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2012-07-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1889973114

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A Taste of Grace by Greg Albrecht Pdf

A Taste of Grace is an easy-to-read page-turning exploration of God's amazing grace, demonstrated and illustrated by the teachings of Jesus. A Taste of Grace proclaims God's grace as irreconcilably opposed to the core values and beliefs of institutionalized religion and reveals God's grace to be an absurd and foolish sentiment that doesn't add up to the human mind.

Author : Charles John Vaughan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1893
Category : Sermons, English
ISBN : HARVARD:AH4VW5

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Restful Thoughts in Restless Times by Charles John Vaughan Pdf

Author : Edward Bouverie Pusey
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2024-03-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9783385378940

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Christianity without the Cross. A Corruption of the Gospel of Christ. A Sermon Preached before the University of Oxford, on Septuagesima Sunday, 1875. With a Note on "Modern Christianity a Civilized Heathenism" by Edward Bouverie Pusey Pdf

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

Author : Ross Clifford,Philip Johnson
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781441236425

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The Cross Is Not Enough by Ross Clifford,Philip Johnson Pdf

If Christ had not risen from the dead, if God's plan for redemption had ended at the cross, what would our faith look like? Have we become so fixated on the cross that we have lost an understanding of the centrality of the resurrection? And if we ignore the resurrection, what effect does that have on our worldview, our evangelism, and our Christian practice? In The Cross Is Not Enough, Ross Clifford and Philip Johnson explore how the resurrection of Christ has been understood in times past and restore this linchpin doctrine to its rightful place as the basis of our hope, our worldview, and the way we live our lives. They compare Christianity's unique understanding of resurrection to other world religions and explore why the resurrection connects so readily with the human psyche. Pastors, teachers, students, and anyone involved in ministry will benefit from this insightful and engaging treatment of Christianity's most important doctrine.

Author : E. B. Pusey
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2017-11-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0331556499

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Christianity Without the Cross; A Corruption of the Gospel of Christ by E. B. Pusey Pdf

Excerpt from Christianity Without the Cross; A Corruption of the Gospel of Christ: A Sermon, Preached Before the University of Oxford, on Septuagesima Sunday, 1875; With a Note on "Modern Christianity a Civilised Heathenism" Whom we desire to love? Or, how is this state of things around us compatible with the Divinity of the Gospel, which He was? About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Author : Bradley Jersak
Publisher : More Christlike
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2019-08-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1889973351

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A More Christlike Way by Bradley Jersak Pdf

Author : Andrew Farley
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2011-06-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1441232125

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God without Religion by Andrew Farley Pdf

Andrew Farley's experience as a Christian was first characterized by self-effort as he tried to please God at any cost. His ruthless religion resulted in spiritual burnout and disillusionment with church. Only then did he discover what relaxing in Jesus means and how enjoying God's intimate presence can transform everyday life. Using a unique story-driven format, God without Religion dismantles common religious misconceptions, revealing the true meaning of being filled with the Spirit the facts about judgment, rewards, and God's discipline the simple truth behind predestination and the divisions it causes the problem with the popular challenge to "live radical" Pulling no punches, Farley shows how the truth about these controversial issues can liberate and unify believers as we discover how to rest in the unconditional love of God.

Author : Daniel C. Maguire
Publisher : State University of New York Press
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2014-08-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781438454061

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Christianity without God by Daniel C. Maguire Pdf

Christianity without an omnipotent god, without a divine savior, without an afterlife? In this bold and hopeful book, theologian Daniel C. Maguire writes that traditional, supernatural aspects of Christianity can be comforting, but are increasingly questionable. A century of scholarly research has not been supportive of the dogmatic triad of personal god, incarnate savior, and life after death. Demonstrating that these beliefs have questionable roots in historical traditions, Maguire argues for a return to that brilliant and revolutionary moral epic of the Hebrew and Christian Bible. Rescued from god, Christianity can offer a realistic global ethic to heal a planet sinking under the effects of our ungrateful mismanagement.

Author : Boyd C. Purcell, Ph.D.,Dr Boyd C Purcell Ph D
Publisher : Createspace Independent Pub
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1478322381

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Christianity Without Insanity by Boyd C. Purcell, Ph.D.,Dr Boyd C Purcell Ph D Pdf

Christianity Without Insanity: For Optimal Mental/Emotional/Physical Health, by Boyd C. Purcell, Ph.D., is about love-based vs. fear-based Christianity [includes a chapter on other major religions]. This book, per the subtitle, is based on the truth of holistic health inherent in psychopathology which Dr. Purcell has taught at a university graduate college. Dr. Lewis Whaley, an oncologist, endorsed this author's previous book, Spiritual Terrorism, with this statement. "As a physician, I can validate Dr. Purcell's understanding of psychopathology. The anxiety which religion, or any other factor, generates has the potential to depress the human immune system, affect every organ, and impair bodily functions." The apostle John captured the essence of the dynamics of psychopathology in these comforting, encouraging, and inspiring words: "Beloved, I wish above all things that you may prosper and be in health, even as your soul prospers" (III John 2). No person's soul can prosper and, therefore, no one can be in optimal holistic health if one is living in fear of eternal torture in hell for oneself and/or loved ones. Do you know the symbolic meaning of the mixed metaphor, "salted with fire," of which few people have even heard? If not, you owe it to yourself to read this solidly Biblically-based book. One can believe in Christian Universalism (CU), not in spite of what The Holy Bible teaches, but because of exactly what The Holy Bible teaches about sin, salvation, and hell. Based on Biblical and historical facts, Jesus clearly taught CU—both implicitly and explicitly—just as surely as the grass is green, the sky is blue, God is in heaven, and Christ is Lord!

Author : Ramsis F. Ghaly MD FACS
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 826 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2018-06-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781543449099

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The Spirit of Christ in Human Brains and Neurosurgery by Ramsis F. Ghaly MD FACS Pdf

There is no doubt in my mind that the Spirit of God is connected to the human brain within the skull. The human brain is not limited to the boundaries of the skull. Instead, it goes beyond the physical barriers of our planet and into the spiritual world. My Christian faith, as a Coptic Egyptian Orthodox, was the main reason I chose to be a neurosurgeon. It is in this way how my soul becomes closer to Lord Jesus Christ. I have devoted my life and withstood a very long journey in medicine and neuroscience, leaving my home country of Egypt and coming to America to strive in the difficult fields of neurological surgery, neuroscience, and anesthesiology. Every day my soul learns more and more about my Lord Jesus. I see him in my patients, in my surgeries, and in my surroundings. Deep within the brain lies the Spirit of Christ. As the author, I explore not only the connectivity of the human brain with the Spirit of God but also the Spirit of Christ in my neurosurgery practice. My human brain continues to be both thirsty and hungry for more and more of his eternal love. In this present book of sixty-five chapters, much of my soul I wish to share with you, the beloved reader. A section is designated to my most recent neurosurgery patients testimonials and experiences. Another section reflects upon the biblical words used during President Donald Trumps inauguration and Melanias speech and the presidents visit to the Middle East for peace.

Author : Ramsis F. Ghaly MD
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 1600 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2018-11-09
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781532059650

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The Spiritual Journey of a Coptic Christian Brain Surgeon: Views and Reflections by Ramsis F. Ghaly MD Pdf

Deeper and deeper as the human spirit roams with fascination unto Divinity. Never enough roaming! This is my eleventh book of Christianity and the human brain. As a neurosurgeon for thirty years, I have found unlimited bonds between the Christian Divinity and the human brain. My neurosurgical humanity eagerly desires to explore Divinity. Since my childhood goes back decades and is deeply rooted, I meditate with my Christian brain searching for common understanding of spirituality in humanity. It is hard to describe this through each book and I find myself seeking more Divine clarifications. My meditation is achieved thorough reading the Holy Bible with my neurosurgical human brain. I try to peel my deep thoughts layer by layer as if I am dissecting the human brain in neurosurgery in actual life. The book touches on many timely aspects of our human life with personal spiritual views and poems. The book consists of Twelve major Sections and each section ranges from 8 to 23 chapters with total of 137 chapters. The main sections include: My Christian Dreams in Neurosurgery, Monasticism in My Life, Mothers and Children: Angels Living, Human Brains and Spirituality, Jesus Love, The Persecuted Christ and Christ Followers, Royalty and Heavens with Jesus, Last Hours in humanity, Spiritual Reflections, Views and Poems, Law and the Spirit, Sacred Medicine and Patients Testimonials. As a Coptic Christian from Egypt, I was raised in keeping up with strong Christian Orthodox practice in daily living. Perhaps the strength of the book is incorporating Jesus the Almighty God in everything I do, not only in daily living but also with my patients in Neurosurgery practice. There is a dire need of such a book especially in an era where Christianity continued to be persecuted worldwide and denied in a daily basis as evidenced through public restraining of Lord Jesus Christ in our daily life. The human brain and Neurosurgery are in Jesus God as Christ the Lord is in human brain and Neurosurgery. I hope for the reader to find spiritual use of the book and a closer relationship to our Holy Trinity: God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.

Author : Wm. Paul Young
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2017-03-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781501101410

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Lies We Believe About God by Wm. Paul Young Pdf

From the author of the bestselling novel The Shack and the New York Times bestsellers Cross Roads and Eve comes a compelling, conversational exploration of twenty-eight assumptions about God—assumptions that just might be keeping us from experiencing His unconditional, all-encompassing love. In his wildly popular novels, Wm. Paul Young portrayed the Triune God in ways that challenged our thinking—sometimes upending long-held beliefs, but always centered in the eternal, all-encompassing nature of God’s love. Now, in Wm. Paul Young’s first nonfiction book, he invites us to revisit our assumptions about God—this time using the Bible, theological discussion, and personal anecdotes. Paul encourages us to think through beliefs we’ve presumed to be true and consider whether some might actually be false. Expounding on the compassion fans felt from the “Papa” portrayed in The Shack—now a major film starring Sam Worthington and Octavia Spencer—Paul encourages you to think anew about important issues including sin, religion, hell, politics, identity, creation, human rights, and helping us discover God’s deep and abiding love.

Author : Esau McCaulley
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2020-09-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830854875

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Reading While Black by Esau McCaulley Pdf

Growing up in the American South, Esau McCaulley knew firsthand the ongoing struggle between despair and hope that marks the lives of some in the African American context. A key element in the fight for hope, he discovered, has long been the practice of Bible reading and interpretation that comes out of traditional Black churches. This ecclesial tradition is often disregarded or viewed with suspicion by much of the wider church and academy, but it has something vital to say. Reading While Black is a personal and scholarly testament to the power and hope of Black biblical interpretation. At a time in which some within the African American community are questioning the place of the Christian faith in the struggle for justice, New Testament scholar McCaulley argues that reading Scripture from the perspective of Black church tradition is invaluable for connecting with a rich faith history and addressing the urgent issues of our times. He advocates for a model of interpretation that involves an ongoing conversation between the collective Black experience and the Bible, in which the particular questions coming out of Black communities are given pride of place and the Bible is given space to respond by affirming, challenging, and, at times, reshaping Black concerns. McCaulley demonstrates this model with studies on how Scripture speaks to topics often overlooked by white interpreters, such as ethnicity, political protest, policing, and slavery. Ultimately McCaulley calls the church to a dynamic theological engagement with Scripture, in which Christians of diverse backgrounds dialogue with their own social location as well as the cultures of others. Reading While Black moves the conversation forward.