Enemies Of The Gospel

Author : Jefferson Bethke
Publisher : HarperChristian + ORM
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-14
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781400205400

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Jesus > Religion by Jefferson Bethke Pdf

Abandon dead, dry, religious rule-keeping and embrace the promise of being truly known and deeply loved. Jefferson Bethke burst into the cultural conversation with a passionate, provocative poem titled "Why I Hate Religion, But Love Jesus." The 4-minute video became an overnight sensation, with 7 million YouTube views in its first 48 hours (and 23+ million in a year). Bethke's message clearly struck a chord with believers and nonbelievers alike, triggering an avalanche of responses running the gamut from encouraged to enraged. In his New York Times bestseller Jesus > Religion, Bethke unpacks similar contrasts that he drew in the poem--highlighting the difference between teeth gritting and grace, law and love, performance and peace, despair, and hope. With refreshing candor, he delves into the motivation behind his message, beginning with the unvarnished tale of his own plunge from the pinnacle of a works-based, fake-smile existence that sapped his strength and led him down a path of destructive behavior. Along the way, Bethke gives you the tools you need to: Humbly and prayerfully open your mind Understand Jesus for all that he is View the church from a brand-new perspective Bethke is quick to acknowledge that he's not a pastor or theologian, but simply an ordinary, twenty-something who cried out for a life greater than the one for which he had settled. On this journey, Bethke discovered the real Jesus, who beckoned him with love beyond the props of false religion. Praise for Jesus > Religion: "Jeff's book will make you stop and listen to a voice in your heart that may have been drowned out by the noise of religion. Listen to that voice, then follow it--right to the feet of Jesus." --Bob Goff, author of New York Times bestsellers Love Does and Everybody, Always "The book you hold in your hands is Donald Miller's Blue Like Jazz meets C. S. Lewis's Mere Christianity meets Augustine's Confessions. This book is going to awaken an entire generation to Jesus and His grace." --Derwin L. Gray, lead pastor of Transformation Church, author of Limitless Life: Breaking Free from the Labels That Hold You Back

Author : Chris Keith,Larry W. Hurtado
Publisher : Baker Academic
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2011-11-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0801038952

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Jesus among Friends and Enemies by Chris Keith,Larry W. Hurtado Pdf

This engaging text offers a fresh alternative to standard introductions to Jesus. Combining literary and sociohistorical approaches and offering a tightly integrated treatment, a team of highly respected scholars examines how Jesus's friends and enemies respond to him in the Gospel narratives. It is the first book to introduce readers to the rich portraits of Jesus in the Gospels by surveying the characters who surround him in those texts--from John the Baptist, the disciples, and the family of Jesus to Satan, Pontius Pilate, and Judas Iscariot (among others). Contributors include Richard J. Bauckham, Warren Carter, and Edith M. Humphrey.

Author : Veronica Ligteringen
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 205 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2014-12-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781490857183

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Enemies of the Gospel by Veronica Ligteringen Pdf

In the accounts of the early church and in the letters of the apostles to the beloved brethren, time and again there are references to people who systematically thwarted the apostles efforts to preach the pure gospel message. As Christians we are often challenged about our beliefs. This work will release Christians who are trapped by misconceptions and who may be bound by false teaching. Such people will be liberated from the shackles of the mind, which hold them back from the full appreciation of the Spirit of Gods power in their lives. This book will also serve to clarify questions of non-Christians who are curious about the conflicting ideas from groups who purport to be Christian but who cannot agree. Finally and most powerfully, this book will free people to embrace the gospel and to bask in the gift of God: eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour.

Author : John Piper
Publisher : CUP Archive
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0521220564

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'Love Your Enemies' by John Piper Pdf

Author : Louie Giglio
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2021-05-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 078524722X

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Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table by Louie Giglio Pdf

Louie Giglio helps you find encouragement, hope, and strength in the midst of any valley as you reject the enemy voices of fear, rage, lust, insecurity, anxiety, despair, temptation, or defeat. Scripture is clear: the Enemy is a liar who will stop at nothing to tempt you into poor decisions and self-defeating mindsets, making you feel afraid, angry, anxious, or defeated. It is all too easy for Satan to weasel his way into a seat at the table intended for only you and your King. But you can fight back. Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table outlines the ways to overcome those lies so you can find peace and security in any challenging circumstance or situation. With the same bold, exciting approach to Scripture as employed in Goliath Must Fall and his other previous works, pastor Louie Giglio examines Psalm 23 in fresh ways, highlighting verse 5: "You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies." You can find freedom from insecurity, temptation, and defeat--if you allow Jesus, the Shepherd, to lead the battle for your mind and heart. This spiritual warfare book for those who are leery of spiritual warfare books will resonate with Louie's core Passion tribe as well as with Christians of all ages who want to live a triumphant life in God.

Author : Paul Yeulett
Publisher : P & R Publishing
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1596388323

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Jesus and His Enemies by Paul Yeulett Pdf

Paul Yeulett examines the opposition Jesus encountered—demonic, political, religious, emotional, physical, and spiritual—and helps us understand why it faced him and continues to face us today.

Author : Melissa Florer-Bixler
Publisher : MennoMedia, Inc.
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2021-06-20
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781513808154

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How to Have an Enemy by Melissa Florer-Bixler Pdf

Does Jesus’ call to love our enemies mean that we should remain silent in the face of injustice? Jesus called us to love our enemies. But to befriend an enemy, we first have to acknowledge their existence, understand who they are, and recognize the ways they are acting in opposition to God’s good news. In How to Have an Enemy: Righteous Anger and the Work of Peace, Melissa Florer-Bixler looks closely at what the Bible says about enemies—who they are, what they do, and how Jesus and his followers responded to them. The result is a theology that allows us to name our enemies as a form of truth-telling about ourselves, our communities, and the histories in which our lives are embedded. Only then can we grapple with the power of the acts of destruction carried out by our enemies, and invite them to lay down their enmity, opening a path for healing, reconciliation, and unity. ​ Jesus named and confronted his enemies as an essential part to loving them. In this provocative book, Florer-Bixler calls us to do the same.

Author : John MacArthur
Publisher : Victor
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Apostasy
ISBN : 0882077988

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Beware the Pretenders by John MacArthur Pdf

Author : Beck, Robert R.
Publisher : Orbis Books
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2017-12-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781608337088

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Jesus and His Enemies by Beck, Robert R. Pdf

Author : William Klassen
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2002-05-22
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781579109714

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Love of Enemies by William Klassen Pdf

Love of enemies, search for peace. In the current international political atmosphere where Òhope is in short supply these days within and outside the churchÓ (William Klassen), these twin themes hardly seem compatible. Klassen maintains, however, that the two are not only consistent but also have coexisted from ancient times to the present, due in large part to the Jesus movement. Examining the Hellenistic and Hebrew backgrounds of the two themes, Klassen illuminates old, familiar texts, as well as some that have been previously ignored. He shows how people today can strive for peace, both by following the examples of the twentieth-century figures before them and be returning, as Òwarriors of peace,Ó to long-neglected biblical resources.

Author : Paul Yeulett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 1596388331

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Jesus and His Enemies by Paul Yeulett Pdf

"Christians have, in the gospel, the best news imaginable for a dying world. So why is our message ridiculed, ignored, and rejected? Jesus' own example answers the question. He himself had enemies as soon as he came into the world, and he explained that if he experienced hatred from the world, his followers can expect no less. Paul Yeulett examines the various types of opposition Jesus encountered-demonic, political, religious, emotional, physical, and spiritual-and helps us understand why they happen, in both the life of Jesus and our own lives. Alongside this examination of darkness, he reminds us of the light of Christ's victory that strengthens us to keep proclaiming his good news even in the face of opposition"--Publisher description.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Canongate Books
Page : 73 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1999-01-01
Category : Bibles
ISBN : 9780857860972

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The Gospel According to Mark by Anonim Pdf

The earliest of the four Gospels, the book portrays Jesus as an enigmatic figure, struggling with enemies, his inner and external demons, and with his devoted but disconcerted disciples. Unlike other gospels, his parables are obscure, to be explained secretly to his followers. With an introduction by Nick Cave

Author : Michael Horton
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2016-04-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310525073

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Core Christianity by Michael Horton Pdf

What beliefs are core to the Christian faith? This book is here to help you understand the reason for your hope as a Christian so that you can see it with fresh sight and invite others into the conversation. A lot of Christians take their story—the narratives that give rise to their beliefs—for granted. They pray, go to church, perhaps even read their Bible. But they might be stuck if a stranger asked them to explain what they believe and why they believe it. Author, pastor, and theologian Mike Horton unpacks the essential and basic beliefs that all Christians share in a way that is easy to understand and applicable to our lives today. And in a way that will make you excited to be a Christian! Core Christianity covers topics like: Jesus as both fully God and fully man. The doctrine of the Trinity. The goodness of God despite a broken world. The ways God speaks. The meaning of salvation. What is the Christian calling? Includes discussion questions for individual or group use. This introduction to the basic doctrines of Christianity is perfect for those who are new to the faith, as well as those who have an interest in deepening their understanding of what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ.

Author : Vincent Cheung
Publisher : Vincent Cheung
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The Ministry of the Word by Vincent Cheung Pdf

This volume combines three previously published works into a general introduction on the ministry of the word. Contents: 1. Sufficient and Profitable, 2. Preach the Word, and 3. Teach the Nations.

Author : Billy Graham
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2017-03-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780718088095

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Peace with God by Billy Graham Pdf

Billy Graham shares God’s gentle, reassuring promise of spiritual calm—of authentic personal peace—amidst a personal life wracked with too much stress, too many burdens, too great a heartache. In Peace with God Billy Graham asks God to help this book “find its way into the hands and hearts of a lost, confused, and searching world . . . men, women, and young people everywhere [who] thirst for peace with God.” In spite of a life drenched with responsibilities and rewards, are you thirsting? Searching for some nameless thing that is more important than anything in life? You are not alone. All mankind is seeking the answer to the confusion, the moral sickness, the spiritual emptiness that oppresses the world. All humanity is crying out for guidance, for comfort . . .for peace. Reverend Graham shares God’s gentle, reassuring promise of spiritual calm—of authentic personal peace—amidst a personal life wracked with too much stress, too many burdens, too great a heartache.