The Missing Gospel Of Modern Christianity

Author : Trey Talley
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1081677600

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The Missing Gospel of Modern Christianity by Trey Talley Pdf

Recommended by Professors From: Ligonier Ministries, Westminster Seminary, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Reformed Theological Seminary. "Evangelicals love the evangel-- the gospel-- and they love to share it. Trouble is they don't always know the gospel, and they don't always proclaim the true gospel. This clear, comprehensive, and compelling book reminds us just how good the Good News is. It will help Christians, churches, and church leaders know, love, and proclaim the true life-giving gospel of Jesus Christ. Read this book-- and then go tell it on a mountain." Stephen J. Nichols, Ph.D., President of Reformation Bible College, Chief Academic Officer of Ligonier Ministries "A clear and biblical guide to the doctrine of soteriology that's deeply theological and yet simple enough for laypersons in your church." Timothy Paul Jones, Ph.D., Professor of Apologetics and Family Ministry, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary "In forceful and direct terms, Talley challenges readers to think about some of the most basic and important matters of the Christian life. What is the gospel, and how should we communicate the gospel to others? Talley helps readers of all levels to come to greater clarity in understanding the gospel we are called to believe and to share with the world." Guy Prentiss Waters, Ph.D., James M. Baird, Jr. Professor of New Testament, Reformed Theological Seminary "Pastor Trey Talley provides a robustly biblical articulation of the good news of God's grace to guilty sinners, through Jesus Christ. His exposition of the indispensable components of Paul's gospel from Romans shows the standard that our presentations of the gospel, whether in public preaching or in personal evangelism, must meet. Pastor Talley pulls no punches in his critique of defective and misleading approaches to evangelism; but his boldness is driven by the high stakes involved: eternal life and joy in communion with the living God, or eternal condemnation and anguish under God's just wrath. Words matter, and this book shows how crucial it is for us to choose our words well as we speak on behalf of the God of holiness and mercy, into the lives of people who desperately need to be reconciled to him, through the only mediator between God and humans, Christ Jesus, son of God and son of David." Dennis E. Johnson, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Practical Theology, Westminster Seminary California Brief Overview: Would you like to know and understand the doctrine of salvation better? Do you desire to communicate the gospel clearly, correctly, and without confusion? Do you have questions about your salvation or the salvation of others? Would you like to be able to witness to your friends, co-workers, and family members with confidence that you are sharing your faith the right way? If so, then this handbook on evangelism is for you! The details of the gospel have become less known by professing Christians and have been replaced with gospel distortions which are powerless to save. Professing Christians have added, subtracted, softened, and twisted the gospel to the point that creative license with the gospel is now the norm. However, false gospels only produce false Christians who have a false assurance of salvation. What is the solution? We need Christians who know, believe, and share the true gospel of God. Stylistically similar to Dr. R. C. Sproul, Dr. Trey Talley, a church planter, elder, and doctoral graduate of Ligonier Academy, takes on this task with theological precision, yet with a teaching style that is simple and straight forward.

Author : Terry Stanley
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2008-11-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780578001395

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Mysteries of the Kingdom "The Missing Essentials in Modern Christianity" by Terry Stanley Pdf

Why do so many Christians experience dryness, apathy, and a lack of passion in their life with God? How do we really connect with God? What does it really mean to believe and how do we do it? Can the presence of God be a part of our everyday life? What is actually happening in the heart when we trust? Explore the mysteries of the Kingdom of God, the lost spiritual disciplines, and discover what we all should have heard from the beginning.

Author : Burton L. Mack
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 343 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2013-02-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780062275684

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The Lost Gospel by Burton L. Mack Pdf

An accessible translation of this important lost gospel of the Bible, with an account if its reconstruction and analysis of its far-reaching implications. This is the first full account of the lost gospel of Jesus’ original followers, revealing him to be a Jewish Socrates who was mythologized into the New Testament Christ. Compiled by his followers during his lifetime, the Book of Q (from Quelle, German for source) became the prime foundation for the New Testament gospels. Once lost, it has now been reconstructed through a century of scholarship. Instead of telling a dramatic story about Jesus’ life as the Christian gospels do, the Book of Q contained only his sayings. The first followers of Jesus focused not upon his life and destiny, but on the social experiment called for by his teachings. Their book collected his proverbs, aphorisms, and parables to offer instruction in living authentically in the midst of a most confusing time. In presenting his own translation, Burton Mack explains how the text of Q was determined and explores the implications of the discovery that Jesus was transformed into the dying and rising messianic savior of Christianity by the New Testament gospels.

Author : Philip Jenkins
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2002-12-05
Category : History
ISBN : 9780199923915

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Hidden Gospels by Philip Jenkins Pdf

This incisive critique thoroughly and convincingly debunks the claims that recently discovered texts such as the Gospel of Thomas, the Gospel of Mary, and even the Dead Sea Scrolls undermine the historical validity of the New Testament. Jenkins places the recent controversies surrounding the hidden gospels in a broad historical context and argues that, far from being revolutionary, such attempts to find an alternative Christianity date back at least to the Enlightenment. By employing the appropriate scholarly and historical methodologies, he demonstrates that the texts purported to represent pristine Christianity were in fact composed long after the canonical gospels found in the Bible. Produced by obscure heretical movements, these texts have attracted much media attention chiefly because they seem to support radical, feminist, and post-modern positions in the modern church. Indeed, Jenkins shows how best-selling books on the "hidden gospels" have been taken up by an uncritical, drama-hungry media as the basis for a social movement that could have powerful effects on the faith and practice of contemporary Christianity.

Author : Simcha Jacobovici
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2014-11-12
Category : History
ISBN : 9781605987293

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The Lost Gospel by Simcha Jacobovici Pdf

Waiting to be rediscovered in the British Library is an ancient manuscript of the early Church, copied by an anonymous monk. The manuscript is at least 1,450 years old, possibly dating to the first century. And now, The Lost Gospel provides the first ever translation from Syriac into English of this unique document that tells the inside story of Jesus’ social, family, and political life.The Lost Gospel takes the reader on an unparalleled historical adventure through a paradigm shifting manuscript. What the authors eventually discover is as astounding as it is surprising: the confirmation of Jesus’ marriage to Mary Magdalene; the names of their two children; the towering presence of Mary Magdalene; a previously unknown plot on Jesus’ life (thirteen years prior to the crucifixion); an assassination attempt against Mary Magdalene and their children; Jesus’ connection to political figures at the highest level of the Roman Empire; and a religious movement that antedates that of Paul—the Church of Mary Magdalene.Part historical detective story, part modern adventure, The Lost Gospel reveals secrets that have been hiding in plain sight for millennia.

Author : John Punnett Peters
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2015-07-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1330900804

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Modern Christianity by John Punnett Peters Pdf

Excerpt from Modern Christianity: Or the Plain Gospel Modernly Expounded 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 : John Baillie
Publisher : New York : C. Scribner's Sons
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1929
Category : Religion
ISBN : UOM:39015026310949

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The Place of Jesus Christ in Modern Christianity by John Baillie Pdf

Author : James E. Leuschen
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2013-01-31
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781449775520

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The Lost Gospel of the First Christians by James E. Leuschen Pdf

Jude, the half-brother of Jesus, exhorted believers to contend earnestly for the faith once for all delivered to the saints (Jude 3). What was that original Hebrew-oriented faith? Reconstructing the original apostolic teaching from the evidence of the New Testament, this book systematically develops the true gospel foundation given to the first generation of believers. Learn the surprising message that inspired the first Jewish Christians (and then compare with what is taught today): How did Jesus bodily resurrection create a new way to grasp prophecy? What did a crucified Messiah really signify, and what about the cross? How did believing Jews transition from Old to New Covenant? Along with Abraham and David, why was Adam so important? What is the true nature of the Christian hope of eternal life? Jim Leuschens book, The Lost Gospel of the First Christians, is a brilliant challenge to the modern Church to restore the Gospel that was preached in the early days following Christs resurrection. Calling us to recognize the center of the apostles preaching as the resurrection, rather than Christs death on the cross, Jim recaptures the New Testaments focus on Christs victory over death as the essence of His triumph. Joe McIntyre, founder and senior minister, Word of His Grace Church President, Kenyons Gospel Publishing Society

Author : Darrell L. Bock
Publisher : B&H Publishing Group
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2010-11-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433673146

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Recovering the Real Lost Gospel by Darrell L. Bock Pdf

While some seek so-called lost gospels, Darrell L. Bock suggests the real lost gospel is the one already found in the Bible and reminds everyone of what it means: good news. Praise for Recovering the Real Lost Gospel "Darrell Bock is one of the church's finest New Testament scholars. He has the unique ability to write on both the technical and popular level and presents a biblical theology of the gospel that is clear, robust, and holistic. This is a valuable contribution to helping us rightly understand the greatness of the gospel." Daniel L. Akin, president, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary "You are holding in your hands a really rare book--one that goes all the way back to the New Testament in connecting the gospel and the cross with the life of discipleship and the mission of the church in a broken world that needs the message of grace. Darrell Bock is one of our best biblical theologians and is at his best in this new study." Timothy George, dean, Beeson Divinity School, Samford University "Recovering the Real Lost Gospel is a welcomed corrective and timely guide for so many individuals and churches who seemingly have lost their way amidst the confusing spirituality and mixed religious messages of our day." David S. Dockery, president, Union University "Bock teaches us the essence of the best news ever told. The gospel is so much more than good advice . . . it is the message of life, hope, grace, and Jesus himself! Get ready to be reminded why it is the best news ever!" Pete Briscoe, senior pastor, Bent Tree Bible Fellowship (Dallas, Texas) "Too many Christians think of 'the Gospel' as merely the last page of an evangelistic tract. Bock demonstrates with clarity and vision that the gospel is better news than some have dared to hope. Read this book, and let its wisdom drive you to worship and to mission." Russell D. Moore, dean, School of Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Author : Warren H. Stewart Jr
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2012-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781477276457

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Dirty Christianity by Warren H. Stewart Jr Pdf

NO ONE IS TOO DIRTY FOR GOD'S LOVE! The church and modern Christianity has lost its authenticity! No one wants to tell their "dirty" stories of redemption anymore. We live in a broken world, full of fallen people who act as if they have no flaws once they have come to Jesus. There is not one perfect human being but Jesus Christ. Yet, Christians have hid behind the religious fallacy that we have to mask the past and act like we have been spotless since birth. People need to know that History changed our story. Were we not that "dirty" sinner before we found grace? Were we not the one who was in desperate need of saving? Were we not the one who felt unworthy to be loved by the God of the universe? Are we still not one who struggles with sin every now and then after coming to Jesus? So why have we forgotten our redemption story? Why are we afraid to reflect on where God brought us from? Dirty Christianity will challenge you on a prescriptive scriptural journey of transparency and authenticity to tell your redemption story and make the gospel relevant to those who desperately need the loving embrace of God the Father, the amazing grace through Jesus Christ and the refreshing filling of the Holy Spirit. In turn, this gospel that has changed your life just may grip you again.

Author : John Punnett Peters
Publisher : Theclassics.Us
Page : 86 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1230267824

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Modern Christianity, Or, the Plain Gospel Modernly Expounded by John Punnett Peters Pdf

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1909 edition. Excerpt: ...of a religion, people will sometimes reach the opposite pole from that at which they start, and utilise the name of the founder of the religion in support of that which is the direct opposite of his teaching. Our Lord Himself accepted Sabbath Day invitations to dinner. He and His disciples took part in the orderly merry-making of the Jewish Sabbath, which was an essential feature of the Sabbath observance in His time; but many of His followers of to-day would denounce their brethren who should do the same thing now as un-Christian or anti-Christian in their conduct. Similarly our Lord and His followers used wine, and even commended its use; but, in this country at least, some Christians make abstention from all liquor an essential of their religion. What in reality our combined Sunday and Sabbath should be is a day of rest from toil, a day of worship, and a day of wholesome recreation and merry-making; but first and foremost a day of rest from toil. There is the great reality of the Sabbath, and I am afraid I must say that the churches and Churchmen, who have often been so insistent in fighting against what they call the desecration of the Sabbath Day for purposes of excursions, the opening of places of amusement and the like, have failed to concern themselves with the great reality of securing for all who labour an opportunity for rest and recreation. The thoughts of municipal and social students and reformers have been latterly much concentrated upon Pittsburgh, and many interesting investigations have been made into the industrial conditions prevailing in the great mills of that city, the social life of the millhands and operatives, their housing conditions, their home life, and the like. From the investigations made it would seem that...

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 61 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Bible
ISBN : OCLC:1035910086

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The Gospel According to John by Anonim Pdf

Author : Marcus Borg
Publisher : Ulysses Press
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1999-03-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781569751893

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The Lost Gospel Q by Marcus Borg Pdf

Presents the original teachings of Jesus written by his contemporaries and early followers

Author : Stephen J. Patterson
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2014-10-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780062330512

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The Lost Way by Stephen J. Patterson Pdf

In this rigorously researched and thoughtful study, a leading Jesus Seminar scholar reveals the dramatic story behind the modern discovery of the earliest gospels, accounts that do not portray Jesus exclusively as a martyr but recover a lost ancient Christian tradition centered on Jesus as a teacher of wisdom. The church has long advocated the Pauline view of Jesus as deity and martyr, emphasizing his death and resurrection. But another tradition also thrived from Christianity’s beginnings, one that portrayed Jesus as a teacher of wisdom. In The Lost Way, Stephen Patterson, a leading New Testament scholar and former head of the Jesus Seminar, explores this lost ancient tradition and its significance to the faith. Patterson explains how scholars have uncovered a Gospel that preceded at least three of those in the Bible, which is called Q. He painstakingly demonstrates how historical evidence points to the existence of this common source in addition to Mark—recognized as the earliest Gospel—that both Matthew and Luke used to write their accounts. Q contained a collection of Jesus’s teachings without any narrative content and without accounts of the passion, though being the earliest version shared among his first followers—scripture that embodies a very different orientation to the Christian faith. Patterson also explores other examples of this wisdom tradition, from the discovery of the Gospel of Thomas; to the emergence of Apollos, a likely teacher of Christian wisdom; to the main authority of the church in Jerusalem, Jesus’s brother James. The Lost Way offers a profound new portrait of Jesus—one who can show us a new way to live.

Author : Philip Jenkins
Publisher : Basic Books
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2015-10-13
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780465061617

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The Many Faces of Christ by Philip Jenkins Pdf

The standard account of early Christianity tells us that the first centuries after Jesus' death witnessed an efflorescence of Christian sects, each with its own gospel. We are taught that these alternative scriptures, which represented intoxicating, daring, and often bizarre ideas, were suppressed in the fourth and fifth centuries, when the Church canonized the gospels we know today: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The rest were lost, destroyed, or hidden. In The Many Faces of Christ, the renowned religious historian Philip Jenkins thoroughly refutes our most basic assumptions about the Lost Gospels. He reveals that dozens of alternative gospels not only survived the canonization process but in many cases remained influential texts within the official Church. Whole new gospels continued to be written and accepted. For a thousand years, these strange stories about the life and death of Jesus were freely admitted onto church premises, approved for liturgical reading, read by ordinary laypeople for instruction and pleasure, and cited as authoritative by scholars and theologians. The Lost Gospels spread far and wide, crossing geographic and religious borders. The ancient Gospel of Nicodemus penetrated into Southern and Central Asia, while both Muslims and Jews wrote and propagated gospels of their own. In Europe, meanwhile, it was not until the Reformation and Counter-Reformation that the Lost Gospels were effectively driven from churches. But still, many survived, and some continue to shape Christian practice and belief in our own day. Offering a revelatory new perspective on the formation of the biblical canon, the nature of the early Church, and the evolution of Christianity, The Many Faces of Christ restores these Lost Gospels to their central place in Christian history.