Baker Academic imprint: 719 books
When in Romans (Theological Explorations for the Church Catholic)
An Invitation to Linger with the Gospel according to Paul
Language: English
Release Date: November 15, 2016
Invites Readers of Romans to Expand Their View of God and the Gospel
When reading the book of Romans, we often focus on the quotable passages, making brief stopovers and not staying long enough to grasp some of the big ideas it contains. Instead of raiding Paul's most famous letter for a passage...
by Steven D. Mathewson
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2002
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2002
The power of an intriguing story can not only captivate an audience, but when presented in a familiar and personal way, can communicate important truths. With this realization, Steven Mathewson offers here a guide to applying careful expository preaching methods to popular Old Testament stories.
Mathewson...
Why People Matter
A Christian Engagement with Rival Views of Human Significance
Language: English
Release Date: January 3, 2017
Amid current arguments related to human life and dignity, Christians must be clear about how their faith speaks to such concerns and what other outlooks have to say. This book brings together noted ethicists--Russell DiSilvestro, David P. Gushee, Amy Laura Hall, John F. Kilner, Gilbert C. Meilaender,...
Resounding Truth (Engaging Culture)
Christian Wisdom in the World of Music
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2007
Even fallen humans compose beautiful symphonies, music that touches emotions as nothing else can. Resounding Truth shows Christians how to uncover the Gospel message found in the many melodies that surround us. Theologian and musician Jeremy Begbie believes our divinely-inspired imagination reveals...
All Things Hold Together in Christ
A Conversation on Faith, Science, and Virtue
Language: English
Release Date: January 2, 2018
As Christians engage controversial cultural issues, we must remember that "all things hold together in Christ" (Col. 1:17)--even when it comes to science and faith. In this anthology, top Christian thinkers--including Robert Barron, Timothy George, Stanley Hauerwas, Alasdair MacIntyre, Mark...
by John Webster
Language: English
Release Date: October 15, 2019
Language: English
Release Date: October 15, 2019
John Webster, one of the world's leading systematic theologians, published extensively on the nature and practice of Christian theology. This work marked a turning point in Webster's theological development and is his most substantial statement on the task of theology. It shows why theology matters...
Hope in Troubled Times
A New Vision for Confronting Global Crises
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2007
We want to have it all: financial strength, secure homes, clean air and water for our children. With the latest technological advances available, we deserve to have every dilemma resolved. Isn't that the way it's supposed to work? Hope in Troubled Times dares to say "no."
Poverty,...
Knocking on Heaven's Door
A New Testament Theology of Petitionary Prayer
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 2006
How are we to understand petitionary prayer? This is a key question for any thoughtful believer who desires to take both the Bible and experience seriously. Some believe God answers any prayer as long as the one praying has enough faith and/or persistence. Others conclude from experience that prayer...
Imaginative Apologetics
Theology, Philosophy and the Catholic Tradition
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2012
This timely and accessible book offers a fresh, contemporary introduction to Christian apologetics, arguing for a version that is theological, philosophical, and "catholic" and embracing the whole of human reason. It emphasizes a foundation in theology that is both confident and open and...
by Chap Clark
Language: English
Release Date: August 11, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: August 11, 2015
There are many philosophies and strategies that drive today's youth ministry. To most people, they are variations on a single goal: to make faithful disciples of young people. However, digging deeper into various programs, books, and concepts reveals substantive differences among approaches.
Bestselling...
Teaching Cross-Culturally
An Incarnational Model for Learning and Teaching
Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 2003
Teaching Cross-Culturally is a challenging consideration of what it means to be a Christian educator in a culture other than your own. Chapters include discussions about how to uncover cultural biases, how to address intelligence and learning styles, and teaching for biblical transformation.
Teaching...
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Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 1998
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 1998
Provides the help Christians need to understand and pursue spiritual growth.
by Clinton E. Arnold
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 1997
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 1997
Knowledgeable, accessible answers to these provocative questions: What is spiritual warfare? Can a Christian be demon-possessed? Are we called to engage territorial spirits?
Christology
A Global Introduction
Language: English
Release Date: April 19, 2016
In this revised introduction, an internationally respected scholar explores biblical, historical, and contemporary developments in Christology. The book focuses on the global and contextual diversity of contemporary theology, including views of Christ found in the Global South and North and in the...