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The fear of loneliness causes anguish. It prompts reckless deeds. To this, every age has borne witness. No voice is more insidious than the one that whispers in our ear: ‘You are irredeemably alone, no light will pierce your darkness.’ The fundamental statement of Christianity is to convict that voice of lying. The Christian condition unfolds within the certainty that ultimate reality, the source of all that is, is a personal reality of communion, no metaphysical abstraction.

The Incarnate Christ and His Critics engages objections to the divine identity of Jesus from Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormons, progressive Christians, Muslims, Unitarians, and others. Bowman and Komoszewski show how biblical scholarship cannot reasonably ignore the enduring, wide-ranging, and positive case for the deity of Christ.

The most widely-used text of the last 25 years in its discipline, Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem has been thoroughly revised and expanded for the first time while retaining the features that have made it the standard in its field: Clear explanations, an emphasis on each doctrine’s scriptural basis, and practical applications to daily life. Volume 1 of 2.

How does some-one become a Christian? Is God really in control of everything? What about free will, or the problem of suffering? Will any of those for whom Christ died go to hell? What about those who fall away? Are they really Christians? What about Hebrews chapter 6? In a clear and readable style, Uncle Harry sets out biblical answers to these and similar questions in letters to his nephew, Tom. He also draws out related practical implications for everyday life and witness-bearing. This book explores and applies the Reformed doctrines of grace found in the Bible and is suitable for young ...

An accessible introduction to philosophical theology, this book first explains the scope, relevance, and value of philosophical theology and then shows students how its conceptual tools help us to examine core Christian doctrines: the Trinity, the Incarnation, redemption and the atonement, and resurrection and life after death.

How was the Bible written? Who wrote it? Was writing material available then? Who decided what the Canon included and what it did not include. Has anyone seen the original manuscripts of the Bible? How can we be sure that what we have today is a faithful reproduction? All the above, and many more, questions are answered in this book. It is a book meant for the informed layperson, and is not a technical work.

Many voluminous and technical volumes are available on this subject, but they are beyond the reach of the average inquirer. This book, however, is written for the average inquirer. If you are a sincere inquirer, and yet if you do not have a background in philosophy, here is the book for you. All what is needed is an open mind and a desire to reason objectively. Your comments and questions are welcome.

Is the Bible free from historical, scientific, doctrinal, moral, and other kinds of probable errors? This question has occupied the conservative Protestant Churches since 1800s. The majority of conservatives take a strong stand for Inerrancy of the Bible. This book explains the subject in a non-technical manner. It first gives a historical survey of how the idea of "errant" was made popular by government-funded mercenary theologians from Germany. It then mentions how the idea spread worldwide and then how the conservative Christians responded to it. At the end it mentions some of the most ...

The Covenant: Simple yet Profound is intended for all Christians. Those who have only a rudimentary understanding of the gospel, as one would expect, will find some portions more difficult than others. And, conversely, those with a mature knowledge, will perhaps find some portions simplistic. Regardless, this book about covenant theology has especially been written with the layman in mind. Though dealing with the Covenant of Redemption, the Covenant of Works, and the Covenant of Grace, this book is really about the gospel by another name.

La gran sabiduría de Dios en la larga guerra contra Satanás es el tema principal de este libro. El libro es una descripción general de la Biblia con imágenes en 100 páginas y está organizado en tres secciones: Pasado, Presente y Futuro. Los versículos de la Biblia ayudan al lector a saber lo que Dios está diciendo. Descubra la brillante estrategia militar de Dios (manteniendo un SECRETO), su arma estratégica (su propio Hijo) y su sabio plan para los habitantes del cielo y la tierra.

How Christians Can Know if Proof Against Bible is True - Or Just an Illusion Not everyone who says they can PROVE IT knows the truth. Christians are often troubled when others present "PROOF" against the Bible. But is it really true? In the new book "What Is Proof" the author explains how to tell real proof from false proofs. Even world leaders and leading scientists present false proofs against the Bible. Now YOU can easily tell the difference between false proof and truth. READ "What Is Proof" TODAY!

The doctrine of Justification by Faith is what separated the Protestants from the Roman Catholics five centuries ago. However, today many Protestants have no clear idea of the doctrine or the history of how it was recovered by Martin Luther. This book presents both of these in accessible terms. Please remember that this book is not meant for everyone! It is meant for Protestants alone. Roman Cathoics might find many portions less than pleasing.

The atonement is central to Christian theology and essential for following Jesus. In this addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series, pastor Jeremy Treat explains what Scripture teaches about the atonement and how it impacts one’s daily life.

James Petigru Boyce (1827 - 1888) was the founding President of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and also served as its first professor of Theology. His Abstract of Systematic Theology is a practical textbook for pastors and students. A philosophical introduction on the science of theology is followed by 16 chapters devoted to the study of God. Boyce then proceeds to creation, providence, the fall of man, Christology, salvation, sanctification, and eschatology.

Lord Jesus Christ expounds the doctrine of Christ by focusing upon theological interpretation of Scripture regarding Jesus's identity. The book's structure traces a Christological arc from the eternal communion of the Triune God through creation, covenants, Incarnation, passion, and exaltation all the way to the consummation of redemptive history. This arc identifies Jesus as the divine Lord who assumed human flesh for our salvation.

John Wesley was one of the most important figures behind the founding of modern evangelicalism. From his crucial role in the Great Awakening to his inspiring a renewal movement within the Church of England, Wesley’s historical significance is undeniable and his legacy still challenges us today, regardless of our denominational affiliation or theological perspective.

In this accessible and engaging book, Ralph Wood shows us that J.R.R. Tolkien's masterpiece is a deeply Christian work because it does not blink back the horrors of our terrible times but confronts them with startling honesty.

A Practical Primer on Theological Method is a "how-to" manual for doing theology and a handbook of etiquette for doctrinal discussions with other believers. This popular-level introductory audiobook presents the proper manner, mode, and means of engaging discourse concerning God, his works, and his ways.

Engaging Theology: Audio Lectures is an introductory theology series that grounds a treatment of standard systematic topics in the wider context of life and practice and shows the relevance of each doctrine to the church. Lectures treat the essential doctrines of Christian orthodoxy by beginning with a brief and engaging account of the historical situation out of which the doctrine arose or where it played an essential role in the development of the church.

Bible Doctrine: Audio Lectures provides an accessible starting point for understanding the essentials of the faith, giving you a firm grasp on seven key topics: the Word of God, the doctrine of God, humanity, Christ, the application of redemption, the church, and the future.