Bücher veröffentlicht von Lighthouse Publishing

The heretics against whom this work is directed, were the same who maintained that the demiurge, or the god who created this world and gave the Mosaic dispensation, was opposed to the supreme God. Hence they attached an idea of inherent corruption and worthlessness to all his works—amongst the rest, to the flesh or body of man; affirming that it could not rise again, and that the soul alone was capable of inheriting immortality.

The Second Class of Tertullian's works, is that which includes his treatises against the heresies of his times. In these, the genius of our author is brilliantly illustrated. Here, we venture a remark on the ambiguity of the expressions concerning our author's Montanism. In the treatise against Marcion, written late in his career, Tertullian identifies himself with the Church and strenuously defends its faith and its apostolic order. In only rare instances does his weakness for the "new prophecy" crop out, and then, it is only as one identifies himself with a school within the church.

"It happened very recently a dispute was held between a Christian and a Jewish proselyte. Alternately with contentious cable they each spun out the day until evening. By the opposing din, moreover, of some partisans of the individuals, truth began to be overcast by a sort of cloud. It was therefore our pleasure that that which, owing to the confused noise of disputation, could be less fully elucidated point by point, should be more carefully looked into, and that the pen should determine, for reading purposes, the questions handled." -Tertullian

In this book, Tertullian Defends, in all Essential Points, the Doctrine of the Holy Trinity, stating that Praxeas' beliefs are heresy: "In various ways has the devil rivalled and resisted the truth. Sometimes his aim has been to destroy the truth by defending it. He maintains that there is one only Lord, the Almighty Creator of the world, in order that out of this doctrine of the unity he may fabricate a heresy." Praxeas was a Monarchian from Asia Minor. He believed in the unity of the Godhead and vehemently disagreed with any attempt at division of the personalities or personages of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in the Christian Church.

Female habit carries with it a twofold idea-dress and ornament. By "dress" we mean what they call "womanly gracing;" by "ornament," what it is suitable should be called "womanly disgracing." The former is accounted (to consist) in gold, and silver, and gems, and garments; the latter in care of the hair, and of the skin, and of those parts of the body which attract the eye. Against the one we lay the charge of ambition, against the other of prostitution; so that even from this early stage (of our discussion) you may look forward and see what, out of (all) these, is suitable, handmaid of God, to your discipline, inasmuch as you are assessed on different principles (from other women), -those, namely, of humility and chastity.

As persecutions in increasing number threaten us, so the more are we called on to give earnest thought to the question of how faith ought to receive them, and the duty of carefully considering it concerns you no less, who no doubt, by not accepting the Comforter, the guide to all truth, have, as was natural, opposed us hitherto in regard to other questions also. We have therefore applied a methodical treatment, too, to your inquiry, as we see that we must first come to a decision as to how the matter stands in regard to persecution itself, whether it comes on us from God or from the devil, that with the less difficulty we may get on firm ground as to our duty to meet it; for of everything one's knowledge is clearer when it is known from whom it has its origin. It is enough indeed to lay it down, (in bar of all besides,) that nothing happens without the will of God. But lest we be diverted from the point before us, we shall not by this deliverance at once give occasion to the other discussions if one make answer-Therefore evil and sin are both from God; the devil henceforth, and even we ourselves, are entirely free. The question in hand is persecution. With respect to this, let me in the meantime say, that nothing happens without God's will; on the ground that persecution is especially worthy of God, and, so to speak, requisite, for the approving, to wit, or if you will, the rejection of His professing servants. For what is the issue of persecution, what other result comes of it, but the approving and rejecting of faith, in regard to which the Lord will certainly sift His people?

Ad Nationes (To the Nations) shows that the Roman actions taken against the early Christians are violations of justice. This is followed by a listing of Roman slanders against the Christians. Tertullian points out the hypocrisy, since Romans hardly conduct themselves in anything resembling moral behavior. The second book condemns and criticizes Roman religion and their deities in particular. "The hatred held by the heathen against the Christians is unjust, because based on culpable ignorance. One proof of that ignorance of yours, which condemns whilst it excuses your injustice, is at once apparent in the fact, that all who once shared in your ignorance and hatred (of the Christian religion), as soon as they have come to know it, leave off their hatred when they cease to be ignorant; nay more, they actually themselves become what they had hated, and take to hating what they had once been. Day after day, indeed, you groan over the increasing number of the Christians. Your constant cry is, that the state is beset (by us); that Christians are in your fields, in your camps, in your islands." -Tertullian 197 AD

Ally, Josh and Brendan are half-siblings living in Melbourne, Australia, whose family life is anything but ideal. During a chance family outing, the children discover a sacred scroll which offers them a solution to their problems… Without forewarning, the children mysteriously find themselves in first century Palestine where they are compelled to live in a strange fishing village. In their desperate quest to get back home, the children learn about family relationships and God's amazing love for them. Thrilling adventures will ensue as the children embark on the ride of their lives! This time-travelling tale allows Jesus to boldly speak to today's youth on contemporary problems, encouraging the reader to "get into" the Bible and look to Jesus for help in times of trouble.

This remarkable novel, set in the Texas Panhandle in 1912-1918, deals with Christian conversion and growth, murder, mystery, revenge, romance, infidelity and Comanche treasure as it sweeps to a stunning climax arising out of a Christian family's struggles of conscience after a neighboring cattle baron lawfully constructs a fence around their homestead tract, cutting them off from all other land, including roads.

Andrew Engel is a public school counselor who is in his early thirties and is single. Raised in a loving, Christian home, Andrew had a normal childhood. He grew up in the small town of Adjacent Cove where his father, David, was pastor of the local church and his mother, Barbara, was a homemaker. As a teenager, Andrew lost his father to cancer and his father's death often left him feeling alone and with no direction. Andrew or "Drew" as his friends called him often struggled with his identity and with his Christian beliefs. He grew up feeling that something was missing in his life and yet, he could not quite put his finger on the problem until a series of catastrophic events began to occur in his small hometown.  Jim Davis, a long time deacon in his father's church and who had been like a father to Drew, reveals to Drew his true identity and his purpose in life. Thrown for a loop, Drew's first reaction is to deny what he has been told until he is forced into situations where he must react in ways in which are not humanly possible. Seeking spiritual guidance, Drew is introduced to a number of "angels" and "demons" who assist him in finding his "place in this world." When events occur in Adjacent Cove that threaten those that Drew loves and cares for the most, Drew takes his newfound faith and knowledge and becomes the "man" that God created him to be..... thousands of years ago.

This is the story of Fr. Pete Jankowski, a priest of twenty-years who has shared the story of his life through homilies he has preached. In the joys and struggles of his priesthood, Fr. Pet has encountered so many good people that have served as examples of the faith and the inspiration to model that faith within the pages you are about to read. These are not just homilies about gospel messages - these are lived responses to the gospel messages coming to lfe in today's age. As Fr. Pete has learned, the gospel is not an antiquated story but living, growing message that inspires as much in today's age as it did in the first century. You are most invited to walk this journey with a pastor of a small, family community and the stories that have inspired him to share these stories from his life. May they be an inspiration in your life as they certainly have been in his. This is Fr. Pete's story and certainly this is Fr. Pete's prayer.

“It is no use walking somewhere to preach unless our walking is our preaching.” - Saint Francis of Assisi  This is the story of Fr. Pete Jankowski, a priest of twenty years who has shared the story of his life through the homilies he has preached. In the joys and struggles of his priesthood, Fr. Pete has encountered so many good people that have served as examples of the faith and the inspiration to model that faith within the pages you are about to read.  These are not just homilies about gospel messages – these are lived responses to the gospel messages coming to life in today’s age. As Fr. Pete has learned, the gospel is not an antiquated story but a living, growing message that inspires us as much in today’s age as it did in the first century.  You are most invited to walk this journey with a pastor of a small, family community and the stories that have inspired him to share these stories from his life. May they be as inspirational in your life as they certainly have been in his. This is Fr. Pete’s story and certainly this is Fr. Pete’s prayer.

Greg Wesko, an aspiring young executive, returns from a soul-searching adventure in the desert Southwest, eager to get on with his dream life – a skyrocketing career in a blue-chip company, a beautiful and loving fiancée, and the admiration of his peers. But as he approaches his apartment, he notices something is terribly wrong. A horrific fire has torn through his building. Greg breaks through the police tape and suddenly finds himself tackled by an officer. The policeman is wide-eyed to learn Greg’s identity – because he is supposed to be dead!   Greg’s enviable life is challenged by forces, both physical and spiritual, beyond his immediate control. As his comfortable world unravels, his relationships are put to the test, his worldview is upended, and his heart is broken – more than once. Follow Greg on his spiritual journey through workaholism, the occult, religion and salvation that parallels his travels across the country and around the globe.