Outline : Gustavo Gutierrez, the doyen of the Latin American liberation theologians, published his landmark A Theology of Liberation in English in 1973. In The Power of the Poor in History he presents in eight major essays his developing theological insights.
Outline : For many years the theology of liberation, which emerged from Latin America in the 1970s, was viewed with suspicion and even hostility in Rome. In this historic exchange, Father Gustavo Gutiérrez, one of the original architects of liberation theology, and Cardinal Gerhard Müller, current Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, offer a new and positive chapter. Car…
Outline: "PREDESTINASI," ide inilah yang memulai perdebatan di antara orang Kristen. Apakah Allah menentukan sebelumnya di mana kita akan berada di dalam kekekalan? R. C. Sproul pernah membenci konsep ini, tetapi pada waktu ia meneliti firman Tuhan secara teliti, maka doktrin yang indah itu pun muncul. Apabila Allah sungguh-sungguh berdaulat, dan apabila manusia telah berdosa secara radikal, ma…
Outline : For more than thirty years, The Christological Controversy has been an essential text for courses in theology, church history, and early Christianity. The volume gives modern readers an ideal entry point into the issues by presenting clear, fresh translations of the most important primary sources, along with simple and informative introductions to explain the context of the writings. …
Outline : The Exegetical Guide to the Greek New Testament (EGGNT) closes the gap between the Greek text and the available lexical and grammatical tools, providing all the necessary information for greater understanding of the text. The series makes interpreting any given New Testament book easier, especially for those who are hard pressed for time but want to preach or teach with accuracy and a…
Outline : Grandma was right. You've got to get the weeds by the roots, or they'll just grow back. So too with deep-rooted anger. You must uproot it from your heart, or it'll resurface. Uprooting Anger reveals how the Bible generates hope and help for all who struggle with this sin.
Outline : Here, from a great scholar and gifted translator, is a landmark publication: the first single-author literary translation of the complete Hebrew Bible. Robert Alter's award-winning translation delivers the Hebrew Bible as powerful, finely wrought literature, registering the distinctive meanings and rhythms of the ancient Hebrew in a lucid, supple English. The accompanying commentary o…
Outline : Here, from a great scholar and gifted translator, is a landmark publication: the first single-author literary translation of the complete Hebrew Bible. Robert Alter's award-winning translation delivers the Hebrew Bible as powerful, finely wrought literature, registering the distinctive meanings and rhythms of the ancient Hebrew in a lucid, supple English. The accompanying commentary o…
Outline: Here, from a great scholar and gifted translator, is a landmark publication: the first single-author literary translation of the complete Hebrew Bible. Robert Alter's award-winning translation delivers the Hebrew Bible as powerful, finely wrought literature, registering the distinctive meanings and rhythms of the ancient Hebrew in a lucid, supple English. The accompanying commentary of…
Outline : The good news from the Minor Prophets is that, even in dire times, God speaks. While the Minor Prophets are among the most succinct books of the Old Testament, their theological richness has much to offer us today. And not only did they have something to say to their original audience, but God continues to speak through their words in ways that are of utmost importance for the contin…
Outline : The Apostle Paul's Pastoral Letters ― 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, and Titus ― have made an enduring contribution to understanding the role of leadership in the church. With a spirited devotion to the text, Robert Yarbrough helps unlock the meaning of these short but rich letters in this commentary. In keeping with the character of Pillar New Testament Commentary volumes, The Letters to …
Outline : The Exegetical Guide to the Greek New Testament (EGGNT) closes the gap between the Greek text and the available lexical and grammatical tools, providing all the necessary information for greater understanding of the text. The series makes interpreting any given New Testament book easier, especially for those who are hard pressed for time but want to preach or teach with accuracy and a…
Outline : Studying the New Testament can be an exciting--and intimidating--experience. This readable survey is designed to make the adventure less daunting and more rewarding. Now in its fourth edition, this award-winning textbook takes into account the dramatic shift in the global Christian population. An accompanying website offers resources for students and professors. This fourth edition…
Outline: The Psalms are undeniably beautiful. They are also difficult, and readers often come away convinced that tremendous riches remain just beyond their grasp. In this book, W. Robert Godfrey invites us to accompany him on a journey into a greater understanding and love for these sacred poems. The timeless beauty of the Psalms, their depth of expression, and testimony to the greatness of Go…
Outline: The Holy Spirit is the first of a planned trilogy on the Father, Son, and Spirit that will complement Letham's prizewinning The Holy Trinity.
Outline : Apart from the doctrine of God, no doctrine is as comprehensive as that of creation. It is woven throughout the entire fabric of Christian theology. It goes to the deepest roots of reality and leaves no area of life untouched. Across the centuries, however, the doctrine of creation has often been eclipsed or threatened by various forms of gnosticism. Yet if Christians are to rise to c…
Outline : Robert Gundry is a beloved guide to the New Testament. His well-known textbook, A Survey of the New Testament, has been used by generations of students. In this two-volume commentary, Gundry focuses on what is most useful for preaching, teaching, and individual study in each book of the New Testament. He provides a fresh, literal translation of the entire New Testament and a pastorall…
Outline : Contending for the Truth. There has been renewed interest in the five points of Calvinism among many Christians today. But these doctrines are not a product of the twenty-first century. So, where did they come from, and why are they so important? Dr. W. Robert Godfrey takes us back to 1618-19, when the Canons of Dort laid out these five points in response to a mounting theological ass…
Outline : Robert Gundry is a beloved guide to the New Testament. His well-known textbook, A Survey of the New Testament, has been used by generations of students. In this two-volume commentary, Gundry focuses on what is most useful for preaching, teaching, and individual study in each book of the New Testament. He provides a fresh, literal translation of the entire New Testament and a pastorall…
Outline : Leading theologian Craig A. Carter presents the biblical and theological foundations of trinitarian classical theism.
Outline: A reassessment of the quests of the historical Jesus that promises to become the definitive history. Jesus of Nazareth ranks among the most important figures in history, yet contemporary scholarship finds little common agreement about his identity. It is accepted generally that there were three quests for the historical Jesus. The first was characterized by Albert Schweitzer and came t…
Outline: A reassessment of the quests of the historical Jesus that promises to become the definitive history. Jesus of Nazareth ranks among the most important figures in history, yet contemporary scholarship finds little common agreement about his identity. It is accepted generally that there were three quests for the historical Jesus. The first was characterized by Albert Schweitzer and came t…
Outline: Critical race theory has become a lightning rod in contemporary American politics and evangelical Christianity. This irenic book offers a critical but constructive and sympathetic introduction written from a perspective rooted in Scripture and Christian theology.
Outline: This commentary on Haggai and Malachi by Mignon Jacobs offers a rich and insightful interpretation of the ancient text while drawing out themes that are especially relevant to contemporary concerns, such as honoring or dishonoring God, the responsibilities of leaders, questioning God, and hearing the prophetic word in challenging times.
Outline : Jesus and the Manuscripts introduces readers to the diversity and complexity of the ancient literature that records the words and deeds of Jesus (or at least purports to record them). This diverse literature includes the familiar Gospels of the New Testament, the much less familiar literature of the rabbis and of the Qur’an, and the extracanonical narratives and brief snippets of ma…
Outline: The formula simul iustus et peccator is a shorthand for the nucleus and heart of the Reformation. The concept of simul takes readers directly to the heart of Lutheran theology, justification by faith alone; at the same time it constitutes a thought pattern which is a characteristic feature of much of Lutheran theology. The concept, which implies a tension or even a paradox, appears to …
Outline : GOD IS SOVEREIGN OVER ALL. This truth has been especially precious to Christians in times past, and for good reason. When it comes to knowing and serving God, the significance of this doctrine is hard to overstate. Yet do we truly understand what God’s sovereignty means and how it ought to impact our lives? In this accessible little book, noted theologians discuss God’s sovereignt…
Outline : The authors of the New Testament regularly quote and allude to Old Testament passages that point to the presence, person, and work of Jesus. Jesus himself claimed that Moses wrote about him (John 5:46). And on the road to Emmaus, Jesus instructed the disciples from "Moses and all the prophets" regarding himself (Luke 24:27). Though Christians affirm that the Old Testament bears witnes…
Outline : This newly revised third edition of Jesus and the Gospels prepares readers for an in-depth exploration of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Esteemed New Testament scholar Craig Blomberg considers the Gospels’ historical context while examining fresh scholarship, critical methods, and contemporary applications for today. Along with updated introductions, maps, and diagrams, Blomberg’s…
Outline : Pairing depth of scholarship with contemporary application, the authors of From Pentecost to Patmos have produced a unique introductory New Testament textbook. Craig Blomberg and Darlene Seal provide the context and clarity that readers need to better understand Acts through Revelation, showcasing the historical, linguistic, and theological implications found in each book. This second…
Outline: Learning Greek is one thing. Retaining it and using it in preaching, teaching, and ministry is another. Greek for Life offers practical guidance, inspiration, and motivation to help readers learn, retain, and use Greek for ministry, setting hem on a lifelong journey of reading and loving the Greek New Testament. The book also surveys helpful resources for recovering Greek after a long …
Outline: In our world, we use the word heart to refer to our emotions. But the Bible uses the word heart to refer to the governing center of life. We need to grasp the true meaning of the heart in order to better understand ourselves, our sin, and our need for redemption. As we rediscover the heart as the source of all our thoughts, fears, words, and actions, we will discover principles and pra…
Outline : The Library of New Testament Studies (LNTS) is a premier book series that offers cutting-edge for a readership of scholars, teachers in the field of New Testament studies, postgraduate students and advanced undergraduates. All the many and diverse aspects of New Testament study are represented and promoted, including innovative work from historical perspectives, studies using social-s…
Outline: "I think the rock on which I had the nearest made shipwreck of the faith was the writings of the mystics," wrote John Wesley to his brother in 1736, eighteen months before his evangelical conversion on Aldersgate Street. Mysticism, in essence, is the belief in a direct and intimate union of the soul with God through contemplation and love. The Mystic believes that one must partake of t…
Outline : The third quest for the historical Jesus has reached an impasse. But a fourth quest is underway-one that draws from a heretofore largely neglected source. In Jesus the Purifier, Craig Blomberg advances the idea that the Gospel of John is a viable and valuable source for studying the historical Jesus. The data from John should be integrated with that of the Synoptics, which will yield …
Outline : Setiap kehidupan yang mempunyai tujuan. Kita perlu menyusun rencana yang mantap untuk mencapai tujuan itu. Rencana kerja adalah suatu prinsip yang mengatur terwujudnya tujuan hidup seseorang. Tujuan yang jelas memungkinkan kita mengetahui cara kerja yang tepat untuk melaksanakan rencana Allah yang sempurna dalam kehidupan kita. Inilah yang harus kita perhatikan dalam menyusun rencana …
Outline: "The Wind Blows Wherever It Pleases." The Lord used a familiar image to help the seeker, Nicodemus, understand a mystery - the mystery of God's Holy Spirit dwelling in His people (John 3). In Grace to Go On, Jill Briscoe examines the various symbols that the Bible uses to describe the wondrous third person of the Trinity. Water, fire, oil, and wind - all beautiful pictures that can hel…
Outline : How much culture lurks in common conversation? According to Craig Storti, so much that many of our most common, seemingly innocent exchanges in social settings, on the job, in the world of business-are cultural minefields waiting to explode. These explosions-cultural misunderstandings can cause confusion, irritation, even alienation. At the workplace and in the world of business these…
Outline : God's strength-where do we find it at work in today's world? Is God really in control, given the nature of humankind and the pervasive evil that seems to dominate so much of our society? In Almighty over All, pastor and writer R. C. Sproul Jr. methodically addresses various aspects of God's strength and discusses how a thorough understanding of his so peace to our lives. God is ultima…
Outline: Sixteen internationally recognized church historians here examine Martin Luther in an uncommon way - not as Reformer or theologian but as pastor. After first introducing the pastoral Luther, including his theology of the cross, these chapters discuss Luther's preaching and use of language (including humor), investigate his teaching ministry in depth, especially in light of the catechis…
Outline: Kitab 1 dan 2 Samuel menampilkan sejarah umat Israel pada waktu kerajaan didirikan dan raja-raja pertama memerintah. Tokoh-tokoh dalam kisah itu digambarkan secara hidup dan mengesankan. Pembaca diundang untuk memahami pikiran serta emosi para raja, pegawainya, panglima tentara, dan seterusnya. Orang-orang itu sering melakukan kesalahan, bahkan dosa yang berat; mereka tidak selalu menj…
Outline: Tahukah Anda apa ciri dari tulisan yang disebut berasal dari E (Elohis)? Bagian mana saja teks-teks Alkitab yang dianggap berasal dari E? Buku ini merupakan buku kedua dari tiga serangkai dari Robert B. Coote yang membahas sejarah sumber Pentateukh, yang membahas E. E adalah sekelompok teks di dalam kitab Kejadian dan Keluaran dengan serangkaian ciri yang membedakannya dari Y (Yahwis)…
Outline: The IN SEARCH OF ... Series is designed to examine significant issues of the 1980 and help the reader arrive at intelligent decisions relevant to the Christian ethic. The authors of the books in the series are recognized evangelical leaders who will stretch the mind and challenge the reader to think and respond. IN SEARCH OF DIGNITY by R.C. Sproul examines the meaning and importance of…