Paul and the Language of Faith

Author: Nijay K. Gupta
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
ISBN: 1467458376
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 324

Book Description
A dynamic reading of Paul’s faith language, outlining its subtle nuances as belief, trust, and faithfulness. Faith language permeates the letters of Paul. Yet, its exact meaning is not always clear. Many today, reflecting centuries of interpretation, consider belief in Jesus to be a passive act. In this important book, Nijay Gupta challenges common assumptions in the interpretation of Paul and calls for a reexamination of Paul’s faith language. Gupta argues that Paul’s faith language resonates with a Jewish understanding of covenant involving goodwill, trust, and expectation. Paul’s understanding of faith involves the transformation of one’s perception of God and the world through Christ, relational dependence on Christ, as well as active loyalty to Christ. Pastors and scholars alike will benefit from this close examination of Paul’s understanding and use of faith language. For Gupta, Paul’s understanding involves a divine-human relationship centered on Christ that believes, trusts, and obeys.

Paul and the Language of Faith

Author: Nijay K. Gupta
Publisher: Eerdmans
ISBN: 9780802873439
Category : Bible
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"This book will root Paul's love language in its context in the ancient world, where love was seen as affection, loyalty, and generosity; Paul's use is remarkable in making the emphasis one where love is understood as generosity and this, in a culture of reciprocity and mutual expectation"--

Paul and the Hermeneutics of Faith

Author: Francis Watson
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 9780567082329
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 600

Book Description
A comparative study in the early interpretation of Jewish scripture, aiming to show how and why Christian and Jewish readers were reading the same texts, yet reading them differently.

Paul

Author: Dan Larsen
Publisher: Barbour Books
ISBN: 9781597899277
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The life of Paul, the great missionary, Bible writer, and miracle worker, is now an exciting book that will inspire your kids. This powerful book is written especially for eight to twelve year olds and features action-packed illustrations on every other page. It makes an excellent resource for Sunday school classes, Christian and home schools, long rainy days, or extended car rides. The Chronicles of Faith series is the wholesome entertainment kids need. Your kids will love all six stories about the lives of key Bible characters like Jesus, Joseph, and Elijah.

The Language of Science and Faith

Author: Karl W. Giberson And Francis S. Collins
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN: 1459615964
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 346

Book Description
Christians affirm that everything exists because of God--from subatomic quarks to black holes. Science often claims to explain nature without including God at all. And thinking Christians often feel forced to choose between the two. But the good news is that we don't have to make a choice. Science does not overthrow the Bible. Faith does not require rejecting science. World-renowned scientist Francis Collins, author of The Language of God, along with fellow scientist Karl Giberson show how we can embrace both. Their fascinating treatment explains how God cares for and interacts with his creation while science offers a reliable way to understand the world he made. Together they clearly answer dozens of the most common questions people ask about Darwin, evolution, the age of the earth, the Bible, the existence of God and our finely tuned universe. They also consider how their views stack up against the new atheists as well as against creationists and adherents of intelligent design. The authors disentangle the false conclusions of Christians and atheists alike about science and evolution from the actual results of research in astronomy, physics, geology and genetics. In its place they find a story of the grandeur and beauty of a world made by a supremely creative God.

Faith with Reason

Author: Paul Helm
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 0198238452
Category : Faith and reason
Languages : en
Pages : 186

Book Description
He argues that the reasonableness of faith depends not only on beliefs about the world but also on beliefs about oneself (for instance about what one wants, about one's hopes and fears) and on what one is willing to trust. Helm goes on to look at the relations between belief and trust, and between faith and virtue, and concludes with an exploration of one particular type of belief about oneself, the belief that one is oneself a believer. This is a book for anyone interested in the basis of religious faith."--BOOK JACKET.

By Faith, Not by Sight

Author: Richard B. Gaffin
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781596384439
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"This book began as four lectures given for the annual School of Theology of Oak Hill Theological College, London, in May 2004, later expanded to five lectures given at the Seventh Annual Pastors Conference, sponored by the session of the Auburn Avenue Presbyterian Church, Monroe, Louisiana, in January 2005"--Preface to the first edition, page xv.

11:23: The Language of Faith

Author: Mark Hankins
Publisher: Harrison House
ISBN: 9781889981253
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Anytime God wants to change someone's life He always touches their mouth. 11:23 - The Language of Faith is a collection of inspiring quotes that will quickly energize your personal faith in God. "If you only knew what was on the other side of your mountain you would move it!." Mark Hankins

Dynamics of Faith

Author: Paul Tillich
Publisher: Zondervan
ISBN: 0060937130
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 180

Book Description
One of the greatest books ever written on the subject, Dynamics of Faithis a primer in the philosophy of religion. Paul Tillich, a leading theologian of the twentieth century, explores the idea of faith in all its dimensions, while defining the concept in the process. This graceful and accessible volume contains a new introduction by Marion Pauck, Tillich's biographer.

Faith to Live by

Author: Paul Barker
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781073321773
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 284

Book Description
Take a walk through faith with Faith to Live By: A Practical Guide to the Life of Faith, a carefully crafted workbook shaped by intercultural perspectives. In this book, Paul Barker depicts a robust exploration of faith from the Bible, respected Bible scholars, and "faith heroes" through Church history. In this book you'll explore: Step-by-step guides to a deeper understanding of faith, written both simply to aid new believers and with a depth to challenge mature believers Interactive study guides for individual or small group ministry Devotional memory verses related to each lesson Diverse illustrations and perspectives from varying theologians and ministries Anecdotes from men and women of faith throughout history, rooted in wisdom and biblical faith An extensive collection of references for further study Faith to Live By was written for ordinary Christians wanting to live extraordinary lives. The life of faith is an exciting journey, and we're lucky to have guides along the way.