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The last six Minor Prophets--Nahum through Malachi--span preexilic and postexilic times. The first three--Nahum, Habakkuk, and Zephaniah--lead up to the exile, with themes ranging from God's judgment to his enduring faithfulness; the final three--Haggai,

Associated closely for almost two millennia, the Pauline letters Ephesians, Colossians, and Philemon share many names, places, and situations. Each has its own theological emphasis and purpose, ranging from the Christological to the ecclesiological. Altho

Hailed as one of the most profound literary, theological, and philosophical works ever written, the book of Job takes up the age-old topic of the innocent sufferer. This biblical masterpiece addresses questions about the meaning of human existence, God's

You say you want a revolution? Meet Jesus--the original revolutionary, who turned the world upside down with his countercultural ways. Join Dr. Dan Boone for 40 days in the Gospel of Luke exploring Jesus's radical commitment to justice and compassion as he embraces the marginalized and introduces a new kingdom on earth.

Following Jesus: Prophet, Priest, King draws from biblical history to explore the origin and significance of three Old Testament offices and the way Jesus both fulfills and redefines them in a manner no one expected: Jesus the prophet cries out for and establishes justice. Jesus the priest mediates to us a God we never expected. Jesus the king offers to us a politic all his own.

Starting over is challenging--especially after the devastating failure that results in exile. The books of Ezra and Nehemiah not only grapple with the effects of failure but also testify to the gracious hand of a compassionate God who restores his people

'Take care of yourself.'It's an encouragement we offer freely to others but often withhold from ourselves. Why is self-care so hard for Christians to embrace? Perhaps it starts with our view of God.

We've all heard the stereotypes. Intolerant. Legalistic. Anti-intellectual. The list goes on and on. So much baggage is associated with the word evangelical. These cultural, social, and political connotations can easily lead to confusion, misunderstanding, and misuse.

Innovation often brings failure-and that's okay. Using failure to learn, improve, and continue innovating will help keep the church alive in the twenty-first century. That's the message of Edison Churches, which shares the stories of ten faith communities that embraced innovation, learned from their experiences, and forever impacted both their congregations and their communities in the process. God is inviting us to participate in doing a new thing; Edison churches are leading the way.

In We Believe, Frank Moore has compiled a cosmopolitan, relatable articulation of each of the sixteen Articles of Faith that represent the deeply held, nonnegotiable beliefs of the Church of the Nazarene.

Ethics in Christian Ministry is about preparing for the highs and lows of ministry by internalizing and rehearsing the ethical essentials of Christ-centered pastoring.

Embrace this modern time of 'exile' and to seize this unique opportunity to be a blessing to the culture around us.

The Book of Saints: The Modern Era is a devotional gateway to the counsel and reflections of many of the modern era's most profound witnesses to Christ.

King David is called 'a man after God's own heart, ' but he is far from perfect. The combination of his humanness and the earnest way he seeks God is what makes him such a good, biblical example of leadership.

The Book of Saints: The Early Modern Era is devotional gateway to the thoughts and insights of those saints who remained true to their Lord while harnessing the tools of modernity for his service.

What does it mean to be holy?Holiness 101 answers many questions you may be asking about the holy life, such as: How do I live a life that's pleasing to God?Will I become holy in a moment or over a lifetime?What does God expect of me?What if I fail?Take the journey of a lifetime and find out what it means to be holy in a fallen world.

God isn't asking the church to be politically uniformed, apathetic, or even bi-partisan. Tim and Shawna Gaines help us recast our political hope by challenging the claim that history is written by the powerful.

By beginning each day with intention, these devotionals will shape each of your hours with a heightened sensitivity to the Holy Spirit's teaching and guidance.

Are all things under God's control or only some things? Do we have a part to play or does God direct everything to its preplanned end? What about events that don t seem to be under anyone s control? Where is God then? For that matter, where are we?These questions and others like them are handled with precision in A Theology of Luck. After considering what kind of God we believe in, the authors paint a relational portrait of a God of love. It is with this idea of God that we find insight into the inexplicable occurrences of life and arrive at a vision of faith and practice that encompasses both God and ourselves. A Theology of Luck is not just about grappling with what we cannot understand about the world. It is about embracing our role as participants in God's loving and ongoing plan for the world. Endowed with grace and the gift of free will, we join God in revealing God's love and vision to the world.

This book paints in broad strokes the key events in Wesley's life that not only influence his thinking but also his approach to the church, the Methodist movement, and the society and world beyond.

These devotional readings are a rich sampling from the writings of monastics, ministers, and mystics who found themselves in times of unrelenting change.

Engaging, perceptive, and academically thorough, the New Beacon Bible Commentary will expand your understanding and deepen your appreciation for the meaning and message of each book of the Bible.Written from the Wesleyan theological perspective, this indi

Engaging, perceptive, and academically thorough, the New Beacon Bible Commentary will expand your understanding and deepen your appreciation of the meaning and message of each book of the Bible.Written from the Wesleyan theological perspective, this indis

The God Plot invites you to move beyond clichés and participate in something bigger. As the Plot unfolds, the old familiar words and clichés are restored to their rightful place in God's story. The result is an astounding journey that will help you understand your life in Christ with a renewed and biblically grounded holy imagination.

Fast-paced change presents new challenges for leaders. Examine the leadership lessons you can learn from David's relationships with friends, family, and foes.

The tyranny of the urgent is a by-product of our fast-paced world. It affects many people, but when it impacts pastors they are often tempted to ignore the critical needs of the pastoral disciplines that ensure the effectiveness of ministry.In Thinking, Listening, and Being: Wesleyan Pastoral Disciplines, Jeren Rowell offers theological reflections on what it means to live and work as a pastor. He examines different aspects of pastoral thinking, practice, and work, and challenges pastors to continually pursue prayer, the study of Scriptures, and theological reflection.Working in this way, he writes, could not only be a gift of love for the church but also an important model for parish pastors who are tempted to surrender first things to the urgencies and temptations of contemporary life.

Discovering Christian Ministry not only gives a concise yet comprehensive definition of ministry but it also offers a minsterial vision that encompasses the personal, interpersonal and social spheres of your life.