Making Sense Of The New Testament

Author : Adam Hamilton
Publisher : HarperOne
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2016-11-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0062234986

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Making Sense of the Bible by Adam Hamilton Pdf

Denominations from evangelical to mainline continue to experience deep divisions over universal social issues. The underlying debate isn’t about a particular social issue, but instead it is about how we understand the nature of scripture and how we should interpret it. The world’s bestselling, most-read, and most-loved book is also one of the most confusing. In Making Sense of the Bible, Adam Hamilton, one of the country’s leading pastors and Christian authors, addresses the hot-button issues that plague the church and cultural debate, and answers many of the questions frequently asked by Christians and non-Christians alike. Did God really command Moses to put gay people to death? Did Jesus really teach that everyone who is not a Christian will be assigned to hell? Why would Paul command women to “keep silent in the church?” Were Adam and Eve real people? Is the book of Revelation really about the end times? Who decided which books made it into the scriptures and why? Is the Bible ever wrong? In approachable and inviting language, Hamilton addresses these often misunderstood biblical themes leading readers to a deeper appreciation of the Bible so that we might hear God speak through it and find its words to be life-changing and life-giving.

Author : Tremper III Longman
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1999-02-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781585586103

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Making Sense of the Old Testament (Three Crucial Questions) by Tremper III Longman Pdf

A noted biblical scholar explores three questions Christians often ask about the Old Testament and provides answers that are both satisfying and understandable.

Author : Craig L. Blomberg
Publisher : Baker Academic
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2004-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780801027475

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Making Sense of the New Testament by Craig L. Blomberg Pdf

Answers three crucial questions about the New Testament, including concerns about relevance, application, and claims that Paul's teachings differ from those of Jesus.

Author : Mark Shea
Publisher : TAN Books
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 101-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781505108439

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Making Senses Out of Scripture by Mark Shea Pdf

Reading the Bible in a way that is as old as Scripture itself, award-winning author Mark P. Shea takes us on a “fly-over” of the biblical story from Genesis to Revelation. He shows you how to explore the literal, allegorical, moral, and analogical sense of Scripture. Whether you have been studying Scripture for years, or are encountering it for the very first time,Making Senses Out of Scripture is an invaluable tool that it will help you see biblical revelation afresh, as Christians have done for 2000 years.

Author : H. H. Drake Williams III
Publisher : Kregel Academic & Professional
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Bible
ISBN : 0825441072

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Making Sense of the Bible by H. H. Drake Williams III Pdf

Making Sense of the Bible examines the Bible as a literary work of art and reveals the threads that form the thematic tapestry spanning Old and New Testaments. It considers ten main themes, including creation, covenant, idolatry, messianic hope, and salvation. With this book, the Bible will no longer be a jumble of unrelated books, promises, and exhortations, but a collective, cohesive, and more meaningful masterpiece for any reader who wishes to explore its full breadth and depth.

Author : Paul Copan
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1441214542

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Is God a Moral Monster? by Paul Copan Pdf

A recent string of popular-level books written by the New Atheists have leveled the accusation that the God of the Old Testament is nothing but a bully, a murderer, and a cosmic child abuser. This viewpoint is even making inroads into the church. How are Christians to respond to such accusations? And how are we to reconcile the seemingly disconnected natures of God portrayed in the two testaments? In this timely and readable book, apologist Paul Copan takes on some of the most vexing accusations of our time, including: God is arrogant and jealous God punishes people too harshly God is guilty of ethnic cleansing God oppresses women God endorses slavery Christianity causes violence and more Copan not only answers God's critics, he also shows how to read both the Old and New Testaments faithfully, seeing an unchanging, righteous, and loving God in both.

Author : Andrew Ollerton
Publisher : Hodder & Stoughton
Page : 487 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2020-10-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781529327021

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The Bible: A Story that Makes Sense of Life by Andrew Ollerton Pdf

'Honest, revealing insight into the bestselling book of all time.' Bear Grylls 'A stimulating and accessible survey of history's most influential book.' Tom Holland, historian and author of Dominion 'Personal and profound; informative and practical. If you want to experience the Bible as a rich source of guidance and hope, this book is for you.' Simon Thomas, former Sky Sports and Blue Peter presenter When we make sense of the Bible, the Bible makes sense of us. The political, social and cultural upheaval of our times can leave us feeling bewildered and wondering where to turn for trustworthy guidance. As unlikely as it may seem, could the Bible provide ancient wisdom that helps us flourish today? Join Andrew Ollerton as he explores the storyline of Scripture, connecting six major biblical events with six definitive human needs: for meaning, freedom, peace, community, love and for an ultimate home. In short, digestible chapters, Andrew reveals how the Bible story makes sense of our human story. Discover for yourself a limitless source of guidance and hope in the face of so much uncertainty. Underpinned by a depth of scholarship, the book is non-technical in style, making it accessible for the widest possible readership - including Christians and seekers interested in the Bible. The book will also provide a model for Bible communicators and church leaders wishing to engage more deeply with the relevance of the Bible in our cultural moment. Contains discussion questions for small groups, as well as suggested Bible readings and reflection questions to accompany each chapter. The structure of the book makes it ideal for a home group study. This book was chosen for the National Big Church Read in January 2022.

Author : Timothy Keller
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2016-09-20
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780525954156

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Making Sense of God by Timothy Keller Pdf

We live in an age of skepticism. Our society places such faith in empirical reason, historical progress, and heartfelt emotion that it’s easy to wonder: Why should anyone believe in Christianity? What role can faith and religion play in our modern lives? In this thoughtful and inspiring new book, pastor and New York Times bestselling author Timothy Keller invites skeptics to consider that Christianity is more relevant now than ever. As human beings, we cannot live without meaning, satisfaction, freedom, identity, justice, and hope. Christianity provides us with unsurpassed resources to meet these needs. Written for both the ardent believer and the skeptic, Making Sense of God shines a light on the profound value and importance of Christianity in our lives.

Author : Walter Brueggemann
Publisher : Darton, Longman & Todd Limited
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2016-07-28
Category : Bible
ISBN : 0232532540

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The Bible Makes Sense by Walter Brueggemann Pdf

'It is strange that the Bible is our most treasured book, and yet it seems so difficult that we don't find it very helpful.'Perhaps we have expected the wrong things of it; we have asked of it what it cannot do. We have expected the Bible to keep promises that it has never made to us. The Bible cannot be a good luck piece to bring God's blessing. Nor can it be an answer book to solve our problems or to give us right belief.'I suggest that the Bible is precious to us because it offers us a way of understanding the world in a fresh perspective, a perspective that leads to life, joy, and wholeness. It offers us a model, a pattern, through which we may think about, perceive, and live life differently.'In this unique book for all Christians, Walter Brueggemann shows us how we can approach the Bible not as a collection of ancient documents, but as our partner in an ongoing dialogue about our life here and now. The Bible Makes Sense includes suggestions for reflection, discussion, passages for meditation and outlines for group study and your own prayerful Bible reading.

Author : Marshall D. Johnson
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2002-03-13
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : UOM:49015002801141

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Making Sense of the Bible by Marshall D. Johnson Pdf

Focusing on the eight major literary forms in the Bible--wisdom literature, liturgical materials, quasi-historical material, prophetic writings, collections of laws and precepts, apocalyptic literature, letters, and Gospels--Johnson describes each form's central features to give readers a sense of what to expect from each and how to approach it.

Author : Meghan Larissa Good
Publisher : MennoMedia, Inc.
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2018-09-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781513802350

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The Bible Unwrapped by Meghan Larissa Good Pdf

Foreword by Greg Boyd 2019 Outreach Magazine Resource of the Year: Theology/Biblical Studies Category Many people have questions about Scripture they are too afraid to ask. Are all the stories of the Bible true? What about all the books that got left out? What do we make of all that violence? What do we do when biblical authors seem to disagree? And what if we encounter situations the Bible doesn’t address? Drawing from the best of contemporary biblical scholarship and the ancient well of Christian tradition, scholar and preacher Meghan Larissa Good helps readers consider why the Bible matters. Known for presenting complex theological ideas in accessible, engaging ways, Good delves into issues like biblical authority, literary genre, and Christ-centered hermeneutics, and calls readers beyond either knee-jerk biblicism, on the one hand, or skeptical disregard on the other. Instead, The Bible Unwrapped invites readers to faithful reading, communal discernment, and deep and transformative wonder about Scripture. Join an honest conversation about the Bible that is spiritually alive and intellectually credible. Read the ancient story of God in the world. You may even learn to love it.

Author : Dan Kimball
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2020-12-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310113768

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How (Not) to Read the Bible by Dan Kimball Pdf

Is Reading the Bible the Fastest Way to Lose Your Faith? For centuries, the Bible was called "the Good Book," a moral and religious text that guides us into a relationship with God and shows us the right way to live. Today, however, some people argue the Bible is outdated and harmful, with many Christians unaware of some of the odd and disturbing things the Bible says. Whether you are a Christian, a doubter, or someone exploring the Bible for the first time, bestselling author Dan Kimball guides you step-by-step in how to make sense of these difficult and disturbing Bible passages. Filled with stories, visual illustrations, and memes reflecting popular cultural objections, How (Not) to Read the Bible is a lifeline for individuals who are confused or discouraged with questions about the Bible. It also works great as a small-group study or sermon series.

Author : David J. Lose
Publisher : Augsburg Fortress Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Bible
ISBN : 0806699531

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Making Sense of Scripture Participant Book by David J. Lose Pdf

Book is accompanied by a Leader guide and DVD.

Author : David J. Lose
Publisher : Augsburg Fortress Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Bible
ISBN : 0806696192

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Making Sense of Scripture Leader Guide by David J. Lose Pdf

In Making Sense of Scripture, David Lose invites the reader to engage in a conversation, one that he imagines discussing around his kitchen table, about seven major questions of the Bible. More than a standard biblical reference book, Making Sense of Scripture is a dialogue that encourages readers to bring their questions or doubts to the table when reading Scripture. During this conversation, there are different opportunities for the reader to interact with the Bible, ultimately leaving room for personal transformation of the heart and mind.--Amazon.com.

Author : Robert L. Millet
Publisher : Deseret Book
Page : 135 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Bible
ISBN : 1606419447

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Making Sense of the Book of Revelation by Robert L. Millet Pdf