Bücher veröffentlicht von Zondervan

Christians have long differed with one another on both the meaning and the practice of water baptism. Using the classic Counterpoints forum of presentation-critique-response, this insightful book explores four prominent views of baptism held by different branches of Protestantism: Baptist, Christian Church/Church of Christ, Lutheran, and Reformed.

Good News: hormonal change is not a disease but a natural process designed by God. A practical and hopeful how-to book, including a 12-Week Plan for women ages 35-55 nurture and improve their health and well-being, spiritually, emotionally, relationally, and physically

Frank Macchia builds a comprehensive pneumatological foundation for theological renewal in the twenty-first century, interacting with many of the key theologians of the twentieth century and showing how contemporary trends in Pentecostal and charismatic thinking can aid the cause of ecumenism and global Christianity.

A Graded Reader of Biblical Hebrew is the ideal next-step resource for the student who has completed a year of elementary Hebrew, or it can be used as a refresher for the pastor or scholar whose language skills have diminished due to lack of use. Immersion in the language is the best way to reinforce what you have already learned and to gain greater proficiency in using the language for exegesis and preaching. A Graded Reader of Biblical Hebrew is a structured introduction to the reading of biblical Hebrew texts. Through these readings, you will be able to review basic Hebrew grammar, become familiar with issues of intermediate grammar, and gain confidence in handling the Hebrew text. The readings chosen for inclusion, which are arranged generally in order of increasing difficulty, span the whole of the Old Testament and represent some of the most important Old Testament texts from the standpoint of biblical history, theology, and exegesis. The many notes that accompany the text include information on grammar, exegetically significant constructions, vocabulary words, idioms, bibliographic information, and more. Parsing exercises are included with each reading, and there is room for you to write your own English translation.

A fun and funky way to make daily Bible reading a relevant experience in 366 daily selections from 4 individual volumes in the series.

The stories, essays, prayers, and poems in Little Lamb, Who Made Thee? portray children and parents as they grapple with the deep realities of life. It is from our parents---and from our children---that we most profoundly learn about ourselves as children of God. This new, updated and expanded edition contains twelve never-before-published stories.

In the acclaimed Counterpoints series of books contrasting multiple views, this book explores four different models of church government--their history, foundations, and practical implications.

This book is a potpourri of the best, most usable, fun advice on how to be the kind of mother a daughter will want to be when she grows up and has a little girl of her own.

This dictionary is designed to assist pastors and laypeople who use commentaries and other popular works on theology in understanding the technical and semi-technical theological terms that tend to creep into these books. The 1,800 definitions are far more helpful and easy to locate than what might be found in a general Webster's type dictionary.

This workbook helps readers explore the hiding patterns they've developed and guides them toward the healing grace and truth that God has built into safe, connected relationships with himself and others.

A Summer Greek Reader is the first practical text specifically designed to help students of introductory Greek Strengthen their grasp of the essentials over the summer. By spending just twenty minutes a day, students not only maintain when they've learned in their first-year class, but will also build their working vocabulary and gain practice with extended Greek New Testament passages. This volume is perfect for students who want to begin reading complete passages of the Greek New Testament while avoiding the complexities encountered in intermediate and advanced studies. A Summer Greek Reader encourages readers to memorize new words while applying the essentials of Greek to translating larger blocks of the New Testament text. * Passages are selected for their straightforward syntax. * Unfamiliar words are cross-referenced or defined in footnotes eliminating the need for lexical work. * English translations are provided for each passage so students can check their work. Self-contained and easy to use, A Summer Greek Reader is a rewarding means of strengthening the knowledge first-year Greek students have worked so hard to acquire. By eliminating then need to rebuild old foundations and by minimizing the mad dash for a bigger vocabulary during the first weeks of second-year Greek, this book will quickly prove its worth to students and educators alike.

An intriguingly fresh glimpse of Jesus from the unique perspective of a contemporary doctor examining and learning from the Great Physician.

Lighthearted devotional that will increase your faith and joy. Written by a favorite women's author.

This is a how-to guide for churches who want to put worship to its biblically intended ends and it includes a study guide.

From Dr. Bob Barnes comes this book showing how to discipline children with consistency and love without feeling guilty or causing anger and resentment.

In recent years, Alister McGrath has gained prominence as one of evangelicalism's preeminent theologians. A brilliant scholar and communicator, he combines the clarity of thought of a scientist (he holds a Ph.D. in molecular biology) with the deep convictions of a committed Christian and theologian. Studies in Doctrine contains four of McGrath's more popular theological works: Understanding Doctrine explains what doctrine is, why it is important, and what its limitations are. Understanding the Trinity moves from a superb apologetic for God's existence, to developing a concept of God, to a probing and balanced examination of the Trinity proper. Understanding Jesus is a basic, eminently readable, and surprisingly personal introduction to the person and work of Christ. Justification by Faith demonstrates how the vitality and relevance of the doctrine of justification by faith can be recovered and presented to contemporary culture. This volume gives the student and non-specialist a clear, thoughtful, and highly readable introduction to the basic doctrines of the Christian faith.

The revised edition of Defender of Faith describes the extraordinary true story of professional hockey player, Mike Fisher, who grew up to became one of the NHL's greatest stars.

Living in a Gray World: A Christian Teen's Guide to Understanding Homosexuality is an honest resource for teens who have lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender questions that often go unanswered. Preston Sprinkle uses biblical scholarship and real-life examples to approach the topic in a way that brings God's intentions into our modern world.

Here's a collection of knock-knock jokes that is both hilarious and wholesome. It's sure to send every kid you know to his knees in a breath-stealing, side-splitting, uncontrollable fit of giggles. With more than 350 jokes, the laughs are sure to never quit. It's fun for the whole family and includes bonus Qand A jokes and riddles too!

Missy Franklin is one of the most talented swimmers in the world. Swimming with Faith: The Missy Franklin Story tells of her rise in fame in the swimming world and humbleness in the sport and her personal life.

In the fourth book of the Faithgirlz Samantha Sanderson series, Sam's friend Tam Lee is missing. Not just for an hour or two after school but for several days. Sam uncovers clues law enforcement, who want to believe he has run away from home, has not---but she's just a nosy middle school student on the school newspaper staff.

Juliette leaves behind the Manhattan jungle life for Texan farm life, and---don't tell anyone---she's actually excited about it!

In How to Preach and Teach the Old Testament for All Its Worth Christopher J. H. Wright shows why and how we should preach from the Old Testament. Covering History, Law, Prophets, Psalms, and Wisdom Literature, combined with practical checklists, exercises, and sermons, he provides an essential guide on how to handle the Old Testament responsibly.

Evangelical Christianity has seen a resurgence of interest in eternal judgment. In response, this second edition of Four Views of Hell featuring all new contributors, delivers a thorough presentation of the opposing voices that speak to the current debate.

In Christological Anthropology in Historical Perspective, Marc Cortez looks at the ways several key theologians have used Christology to inform their understanding of the human person. Based on this historical study, he concludes with a constructive proposal for how Christology and anthropology should inform our view of what it means to be human.

How do you recover after an arsonist sets your house---and your life---on fire? No one could have guessed a ridiculous, allegedly house-trained orphan pug named Oliver would be the key to making Alison Hodgson's family feel at home again. Hilarious, heartwarming, and redemptive, The Pug List is a story about finding hope in unexpected places.