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Learning about Faith |
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For All That Has Been, Thanks- Growing a Sense of Gratitudeby Rowan Williams & Joan Chittister Rowan Williams, writing in partnership with the bestselling American Benedictine author, Joan Chittister, explores the meaning of a word often spoken in Christian worship, but rarely considered. What are we doing when we say the word 'Alleluia'? TGBS review to follow Review by publisher |
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| Hardback Price: £12.99 Publisher: Canterbury Press imprint of Hymns Ancient & Modern Ltd Published: 25 March 2010 ISBN: 978-1-848-25017-8 View this book on its own page >> |
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The Mystery of the Holy Spiritby R.C.Sproul This paperback deserves to become a classic on the subject of the Holy Spirit. Starting with the scriptures, using good illustrations and quotations from other writers (especially Calvin) the author leads the reader along the path of discovery into the third person of the Trinity. The book is structured in a similar way to one of Paul’s letters. The first chapters cover doctrine and the later chapters apply the doctrine. The chapters on the Trinity and the baptism of the Spirit are particularly helpful, providing clarity into an area where there is much muddled thinking today. When he turns to application, the author wisely points out that although the gifts of the Holy Spirit are “fascinating and exciting” the fruit of the Spirit is much more important: it is “the mark of our progress in sanctification.” This book will help believers especially those struggling with the concept of the Trinity and those confused by the work of the Holy Spirit. The book would also help a preacher preparing a topical series on the Holy Spirit. Review by Alan Hill (30/08/10) |
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| Paperback Price: £7.99 Publisher: Christian Focus Publications Published: 2009 ISBN: 978-1-845-50481-6 View this book on its own page >> |
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Christian Beliefs- 20 Basics Every Christian Should Knowby Wayne Grudem Origianally published 2005 and reviewed 2007 This book is easily read and gives important pointers to those who seek further explanation of their belief or to new believers. Each chapter sets out to explain the rudimentary Christian understanding of such topics as what is the bible, what is the Trinity, what of creation, resurrection and so on. The whole gamut of belief and understanding is covered in short pithy explanations and gives also, at the end of each chapter, some review questions and answers just to make sure we have understood. In case those who read it feel that not enough explanation is given, then let me assure you that the author has condensed his greater work Systematic Theology which 1290 pages long. So, if nothing else, this short book is a testimony to the editorship of his son. The book is aimed at new Christians who seek further answers, to study groups and classes and for home use. Review by Ian Gibson (29/08/10) |
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| Paperback Price: £8.99 Publisher: IVP(Inter Varsity Press) Published: July 2010 ISBN: 978-1-844-74486-2 View this book on its own page >> |
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Spirituality of Fasting- Rediscovering a Christian Practiceby Charles M. Murphy From steeped within the Roman Catholic tradition, Charles Murphy offers this title in order to renew "the practice of fast and abstinence based upon a deeper understanding of its role in our religious life." In this brief book (105 pages), Murphy explores the many reasons why fasting is important: it integrates prayer as being both of body and spirit, it is part of a long-standing tradition of Jewish and Christian practice, it helps to heal our relationship with God, and it helps us stand in solidarity with the poor and hungry. Overall his discussion of these points is extremely well done. Based firmly in the witness of the Bible and pillars of the Christian faith, his thesis is that fasting is important and necessary. "We fast not just for fasting's sake, but to be able to feast, to live in the present with great pleasure and a joy that lasts." Throughout this book there’s a tolerance-loaded-pluralism that stresses that fasting is a valuable humanitarian discipline, not a faith based one! “Food is an obsession in our culture, and I really think we need wisdom from the Church about eating…..” This is a tasty and compact little title, but sadly not the best or clearest in its subject area in the market today. Review by Johnny Douglas (27/08/10) |
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| Paperback Price: £8.99 Publisher: Ave Maria Press distributed by Alban Bks Published: February 2010 ISBN: 978-1-594-71243-2 View this book on its own page >> |
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Heaven and the Angelsby H.A.Baker I confess I struggled with this title; it is such unfamiliar territory – and yet it should not be! H. A. Baker and his wife were missionaries in the Yunan Province of China and this book was originally published in the late 1930s or early 40s, so the references relate to those times. The publisher writes ‘In John 14:2 Jesus told His disciples, "In my father's house are many mansions; if it were not so I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you." This remarkable book describes those mansions as revealed to a number of believers including William Booth, who went on to form the Salvation Army after his experience in heaven. Others who had similar life-changing experiences, including John Bunyan and Sadhu Sundar Singh, went on to live lives wholly dedicated to preaching the gospel. H.A.Baker also knew members of his flock who while being filled with the Holy Ghost were taken into heaven and saw what is described in this book. With many Bible references backing up these visions, we come to realise we should know far more about heaven than most of us thought. We blithely sing about angels in our hymns, we know Jesus’ words about mansions and have a vague idea that heaven will be glorious, but how many of us have searched our Bibles for descriptions of what is to come? Heaven and the Angels will do much to clarify your beliefs. Review by Mary Bartholomew (23/08/10) |
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| Paperback Price: £6.99 Publisher: New Wine Press Published: 2010 ISBN: 978-1-905-99133-4 View this book on its own page >> |
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Basics for Believersby D.A.Carson Originally written in 1995. “I would like to buy about three dollars worth of gospel, please. Not too much—just enough to make me happy, but not so much that I get addicted. I don’t want so much gospel that I learn to really hate covetousness and lust. I certainly don’t want so much that I start to love my enemies, cherish self-denial, and contemplate missionary service in some alien culture. I want ecstasy, not repentance; I want transcendence, not transformation. I would like to be cherished by some nice, forgiving, broad-minded people, but I myself don’t want to love those from different races—especially if they smell. I would like enough gospel to make my family secure and my children well behaved, but not so much that I find my ambitions redirected or my giving too greatly enlarged. I would like about three dollars worth of gospel please.” So says scholar-pastor, Don Carson in an early dash of sarcasm declaring a great truth. Too often, in an effort to maintain a semblance of autonomy, we become subtly humanistic rather than our unrelenting focus on Jesus, God's own son! The gospel truly is radical. It makes radical sinners radical Christians. This is a simple and strongly conservative re-skinning of four talks from more than a decade ago, journeying through the Book of Philippians. So perhaps less true to its title than planned and definitely not something I'd put in the hand of a new Christian. It's very small, practical, straight-forward and challenging. It makes a helpful starter for pastors, as a mini commentary with some helpful insights. Review by Johnny Douglas (04/08/10) |
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| Paperback Price: £7.99 Publisher: IVP(Inter Varsity Press) Published: March 2010 ISBN: 978-1-844-74426-8 View this book on its own page >> |
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Rooted in Good Soil- Cultivating and Sustaining Authentic Discipleshipby Tri Robinson |
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ISBN: 978-0-801-07253-6 Price: £8.99 |
Published: 01 June 2010 |
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I'm a Christian Aren't I?by Dan Clark |
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ISBN: 978-1-844-74419-0 Price: £7.99 |
Published: January 2010 |
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Forgotten God- Reversing Our Tragic Neglect of the Holy Spiritby Francis Chan |
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ISBN: 978-1-434-76795-0 Price: £9.99 |
Published: 2009 |
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To Tell Afreshby Michael Perham |
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ISBN: 978-0-281-06231-7 Price: £8.99 |
Published: 17 June 2010 |
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Touching Godliness Through Submissionby K.P.Yohannan |
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ISBN: 978-1-595-89055-9 Price: £5.00 |
Published: 2008 |
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R.S.V.P.: Your Invitation to Explore the Creedby David Marshall |
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ISBN: 978-0-852-31373-2 Price: £4.95 |
Published: 2010 |
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Faith Maps- Ten Religious Explorers from Newman to Joseph Ratzingerby Michael Paul Gallagher |
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ISBN: 978-0-232-52797-1 Price: £12.95 |
Published: May 2010 |
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Godzone- A Guide to the Travels of the Soulby Mike Riddell |
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ISBN: 978-0-281-06252-2 Price: £8.99 |
Published: 15 April 2010 |
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Repentanceby John Colquhoun |
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ISBN: 978-1-848-71055-9 Price: £6.00 |
Published: 2010 |
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A Biblical Point of View on Spiritual Warfareby Kerby Anderson |
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ISBN: 978-0-736-92527-3 Price: £9.99 |
Published: 2009 |
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The Prodigal God- Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faithby Timothy Keller |
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ISBN: 978-0-340-97998-3 Price: £7.99 |
Published: 2009 |
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News To Me- Gospel Stories for the Real Worldby Lawrence Wood |
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ISBN: 978-0-664-23226-9 Price: £9.99 |
Published: March 2008 |
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The Sacred Journey- The Ancient Practices seriesby Charles Foster |
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ISBN: 978-0-849-90099-0 Price: £14.99 |
Published: May 2010 |
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Scandalous- The Cross and Resurrection of Jesusby D.A.Carson |
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ISBN: 978-1-844-74416-9 Price: £7.99 |
Published: 19 February 2010 |
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