The Church: An Introduction (Allison Gregg R.)(Paperback)

The Church: An Introduction (Allison Gregg R.)(Paperback)

What comes to mind when you think of the word church? In this volume, Gregg R. Allison helps define the church and its mission by presenting an overview of the specific doctrines and practices of different churches and denominations. He lays a basic foundation for better understanding the common

The Baker Compact Dictionary of Theological Terms (Allison Gregg R.)(Paperback)

Practical Theology: An Introduction (Osmer Richard R.)(Paperback)

Every church congregation encounters challenging situations, some the same the world over, and others specific to each church. Richard Osmer here seeks to teach congregational leaders -- including, but not limited to, clergy -- the requisite knowledge and skills to meet such situations with

Missional Theology: An Introduction (Franke John R.)(Paperback)

The notion of missional church and theology has become ubiquitous in the current ecclesial and theological landscape. But what is it all about?In this clear and accessible introduction to missional theology, noted theologian John Franke connects missional Christianity with the life and practice of

The Orthodox Church: An Introduction to Eastern Christianity (Ware Timothy)(Paperback)

The readable, deeply authoritative and bestselling book on the Orthodox Church, in a fully updated and revised Third Edition.'Orthodoxy claims to be universal . . .' Since its first publication fifty years ago, Timothy Ware's book has become established throughout the English-speaking world as the

Churches and Churchyards of England and Wales (Hayman Richard)(Paperback)

An engaging introduction to the workings of church buildings and churchyards, explaining the integral elements of a working church and how they have changed over time. The parish church is a symbol of continuity, a cornerstone of the urban and rural landscape, and a treasure trove often as rich in

Welcome to the Orthodox Church: An Introduction to Eastern Christianity (Mathewes-Green Frederica)(Paperback)

Welcome to the Orthodox Church--its history, theology, worship, spirituality, and daily life. This friendly guide provides a comprehensive introduction to Orthodoxy, but with a twist: readers learn by making a series of visits to a fictitious church, and get to know the faith as new Christians did

Critical Psychology: An Introduction (Fox Dennis R.)(Paperback)

The Second Edition of Critical Psychology: An Introduction extends the original′s comprehensive and accessible critique of mainstream psychology. The First Edition quickly became critical psychology′s entry point, introducing readers around the world to the growing challenge to psychology′s

Statistics for Linguists: An Introduction Using R (Winter Bodo)(Paperback)

Statistics for Linguists: An Introduction Using R is the first statistics textbook on linear models for linguistics. The book covers simple uses of linear models through generalized models to more advanced approaches, maintaining its focus on conceptual issues and avoiding excessive mathematical

Population and Society: An Introduction (Carter Gregg Lee)(Paperback)

This exciting new book presents the field of social demography, animating the study of population with a vibrant sociological imagination. Gregg Lee Carter provides multiple demonstrations of how taking a demographic perspective can give us a better understanding of social phenomena once thought to

The Attributes of God: An Introduction (Bray Gerald)(Paperback)

How can we (created beings) know God (the Creator)? Throughout history, the church has recognized the importance of studying and understanding God's attributes. As the Creator of all things, God is unique and cannot be compared to any of his creatures, so to know him, believers turn to the pages

Church Fonts (Byrne Matthew)(Paperback)

A beautifully illustrated introduction to the most notable church fonts in England. The font is perhaps the most important part of any church. For centuries, no infant in the parish was thought to be saved from damnation until christened and fonts, as the vessels for this crucial rite of passage,

The American Revolution: A Very Short Introduction (Allison Robert J.)(Paperback)

Here is a brisk, accessible, and vivid introduction to arguably the most important event in the history of the United States--the American Revolution. Between 1760 and 1800, the American people cast off British rule to create a new nation and a radically new form of government based on the idea

An Introduction to Ecclesiology: Ecumenical, Historical Global Perspectives (Krkkinen Veli-Matti)(Paperback)

What is the church? What makes the churchchurch? In this volume, theologian Veli-Matti KArkkAinen provides an up-to-date survey and analysis of the major ecclesiological traditions, the most important theologians, and a number of contextual approaches that attempt to answer these essential

An Introduction to Sociolinguistics (Wardhaugh Ronald)(Paperback)

AN INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLINGUISTICS The new eighth edition of An Introduction to Sociolinguistics brings this valuable, bestselling textbook up to date with the latest in sociolinguistic research and pedagogy, providing a broad overview of the study of language in social context with accessible

Cruelty of Heresy: An Affirmation of Christian Orthodoxy (Allison C. Fitzsimons)(Paperback)

Ancient heresies have modern expressions that influence our churches and culture, creating cruel dilemmas for today's Christian in the form of error, sin, and various distortions on orthodox faith. In Cruelty of Heresy, Bishop Allison captures the drama and relevance of the Councils of the fourth

1 Timothy (The Navigators)(Paperback)

The First Handbook for Church LeadersFor Timothy, pastoring the church in Ephesus was an overwhelming responsibility. So Paul wrote to encourage him in his faith and affirm his leadership and abilities. He also gave Timothy some guidelines for choosing leaders from within the congregation to help

Into the Fire - An Orphan X Novel (Hurwitz Gregg)(Paperback)

American Pragmatism: An Introduction (Spencer Albert R.)(Paperback)

In this comprehensive introduction, Albert Spencer presents a new story of the origins and development of American pragmatism, from its emergence through the interaction of European and Indigenous American cultures to its contemporary status as a diverse, vibrant, and contested global philosophy

An Introduction to Theological Anthropology: Humans, Both Creaturely and Divine (Farris Joshua R.)(Paperback)

Written from an evangelical perspective, this comprehensive introduction explores some of the most important issues in theological

1 Corinthians - An Introduction And Commentary (Schreiner Thomas R)(Paperback / softback)

An excellent new commentary on the apostle Paul's New Testament

Embodied: Living as Whole People in a Fractured World (Allison Gregg R.)(Paperback)

We rarely give thought to our bodies until faced with a physical challenge or crisis. We have somehow internalized the unbiblical idea that the immaterial aspect of our being (our soul or spirit) is inherently good while the material aspect (our body) is at worst inherently evil and at best

An Introduction to International Relations (Devetak Richard)(Paperback)

An Introduction to International Relations is a comprehensive introduction to the history, theories, developments and debates that shape the dynamic discipline of international relations and contemporary world politics. Bringing together an expert author team comprising leading academics from

The Archaeology of Greece: An Introduction (Biers William R.)(Paperback)

William R. Biers wrote The Archaeology of Greece to introduce students, teachers, and lay readers to the delights of exploring the world of ancient Greece. The great popularity of the first edition testifies to his success. In his preface to the second edition, Biers points out that, while the