Historical Christ

Drawing on both a wide range of scholarship as well as his own acute searching as a believer, Carroll takes a fresh look at the most familiar narratives of all - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Not simply another book about the "historical Jesus," he takes the challenges of science and contemporary philosophy seriously, even as he retrieves the power of Jesus' profound ordinariness, as an answer to his own last question - what is the future of Jesus Christ? - as the key to a renewal of faith.

Resurrection Revealed" is a comprehensive exploration of the evidence and significance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This book delves into the eyewitness accounts of those who encountered the risen Christ, including the women at the tomb, the disciples, and the doubting Thomas. It also examines the historical documentation of the resurrection, including accounts from Josephus and other ancient writers, as well as Roman and Jewish sources and archaeological evidence. The book further investigates the empty tomb and its implications, discussing the burial of Jesus, the discovery of the...

A breathtaking thriller, employing both history and mystery, capturing the attention of the reader from the first to the last page and which illuminating the darkest scenarios of the history of Christianity and Judaism. A novel about men ready to do anything, interested not in the truths of their faith, but in protecting some of the greatest mysteries of humanity. What is the Ark of the Covenant, really? What is hidden inside? Who was Moses, really? What if, despite the millennial tradition of the Promised Land, Moses had been no one other than a warrior in search of the power and fame he ...

These stories of 15 Anabaptist martyrs represent thousands of men and women who witnessed to their faith with their lives during the sixteenth century. These accounts are based the court records, letters, and personal diaries compiled in MARTYRS MIRROR by Thieleman J. van Braght and first published in 1660. The Anabaptist Christians took their stand on baptism, confession of faith, the priesthood of all believers, sowing love rather that fighting, and a firm commitment to follow Jesus Christ in every area of their lives—their words, relationships, business dealings, values, goals, and ...

Joshua Ben-Yosef attracts a huge following. He was born in Nazareth to parents named Mary and Joseph and speaks more than a dozen languages—fluently and without accent. His words ripple with wisdom and authority. And the crowds that follow him are enthralled as he heals the sick, gives sight to the blind, casts out demons, and even raises the dead. Is Dr. Merton, the well-known leader and author of end-times books, correct about the return of Christ?

"Ben-Hur" is a historical novel by Lew Wallace, a story of a hero named Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish nobleman who was falsely accused of an attempted assassination and enslaved by the Romans. Judah first encounters Jesus, who offers him a drink of water and encouragement, as Judah is being marched to a galley to be a slave. Their lives continue to intersect as the story unfolds. Judah survives his ordeal as a galley slave, after befriending and saving the commander of his ship, who later adopts him.

In the humble town of Bethlehem, a five-year-old boy named Reuven is awakened one extraordinary night by the blinding light of a star that illuminates the birth of Jesus in the stable behind his family's home. The son of a potter, Reuven's life is forever changed as he becomes captivated by the child born under the star's radiance. From that miraculous night, Reuven embarks on a lifelong journey, driven by an unwavering fascination with Jesus. He witnesses pivotal moments of Jesus’ ministry—from His teachings in the Temple at twelve to the miracles that astonished the crowds. Reuven is ...

John Owen is widely regarded as one of the most influential English Puritans. As a pastor, he longed to see the glory of Christ take root in people’s lives. As a writer, he continues to encourage us toward discipline and communion with God. His high view of God and deep theological convictions flowed naturally into practical application and a zeal for personal holiness. Barrett and Haykin guide us through the seventeenth-century theologian’s life and doctrine, giving us a glimpse into the majestic vision that served as the foundation for his approach to the Christian life.

"سيُمنع كتابي هذا في كثيرٍ من الأروقة، وسيُثير النزاع أينما حلّ، لكنه سيصل إلى عينيك، فلم نعُد في عصرٍ يقدرُ أي أحدٍ أن يمنع كتابًا ليصل إلى العيون، إذا مسّت يدك هذا الكتاب فاعلم أنني في قبري؛ فالذي يسبح عكس القطيع يموت.

In this vintage favorite written in 1870, Mr. Percy decides to send his older children to school hours away in New York City, resulting in many changes to his whole family. Mrs. Percy is brokenhearted but agrees to let them go, as her husband is convinced that the trials and temptations of school will help the children grow in their Christian faith. Through personal letters, we learn about life at boarding school and its challenges, as well as events back at home. With realism and humor, Elizabeth Prentiss draws us into to this loving family and makes us feel at home among them. The family ...

Live in the period of 1830-1844. Feel the personal thoughts of Brewster Cabot who followed, loved, and suffered persecution with one proclaimed to be a prophet, Joseph Smith, the man who started The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Nothing lifts our spirits and brings us peace, as does hearing the good news of great joy, which is for all people—and that is the miraculous birth of our Savior. In recent years, you have noticed a shocking failure on the part of pastors to bring forth this good news. The Incarnation. Angelic visitations. Kings and wise men seeking and worshipping the newborn Babe. God wrapped in human flesh! Everyone involved rejoicing exceedingly at the hearing of it! Of a truth, it is one of three Great Events of history. Yet today the church avoids it. Avoids celebrating and sharing His triumphant ...

The Appeal for Unity represents the culmination of a long, arduous journey towards my Master of Divinity Degree from Payne Theological Seminary. From the moment that I place my feet on that historic institution, my mind was on bringing unity to the Church of God and Saints of Christ faith community by returning to the legacy and work of Bishop William Saunders Crowdy. So, this book achieves that purpose, namely, to focus on the founder’s life and thought to highlight his integrity and influence that might serve as a model against the schisms currently plaguing the church. It is my prayer ...

“Where’s the sex and blood?” my college religion professor, Dr. King, asked after she’d read to us from the New Testament. “The Old Testament—the Bible of the Jews—is filled with rape and incest, sex and death. Yet the New Testament is completely sexless! They aren’t telling us something!” she proclaimed. “For instance, who was the Beloved Disciple mentioned by John? And why doesn’t John identify this person? “Is the Beloved Disciple’s lack of identity simply because he or she was a minor character lucky to have been mention at all?” my professor asked.

Jesus’ teachings have affected the lives of billions. What do both modern and ancient authorities say about Jesus Christ’s existence? What is the solid basis that scholars have for believing that Jesus existed? What references have first- and second-century historians made to Jesus and the early Christians? In 2006, the book Jesus and Archaeology said: “No reputable scholar today questions that a Jew named Jesus son of Joseph lived; most readily admit that we now know a considerable amount about his actions and his basic teachings.” What is the historical evidence that Jesus Christ ...

En este mensaje fundamental del autor más vendido de When Heaven Invades Earth, Bill Johnson comparte la importancia de Jesús en la comprensión del amor de Dios por la humanidad. Las interpretaciones modernas y la teología apuntan a Dios como enojado, vengativo y genocida, atribuyéndole algunos de los peores aspectos de la condición humana. En Jesucristo es la Teología perfecta, Bill Johnson revela cómo Jesús completa la imagen de Dios presentada en la Biblia, y nos proporciona la medida por la cual debemos juzgar todas las cosas.

A Biblical Fiction book bringing God's goodness and forgiveness to life...In the town of Naraah, near the region of Judea, Sapphira begins a desperate quest to find a physician to heal her beloved husband Aaron, who is near death. Living in a time when women are considered possessions, Sapphira fears her brother will force her to marry a cruel man if Aaron doesn't survive. Sapphira's frantic search forces her to associate with criminals and leads her into committing actions she'll regret. When she hears about the miraculous healings by Jesus of Nazareth, she convinces her friends to set out...

The life of Christ is an exhaustless theme. It reveals a character of greater massiveness than the hills, of a more serene beauty than the stars, of sweeter fragrance than the flowers, higher than the heavens in sublimity and deeper than the seas in mystery. As good Jean Paul has eloquently said, “It concerns Him who, being the holiest among the mighty, and the mightiest among the holy, lifted with His pierced hands empires off their hinges, turned the stream of centuries out of its channels, and still governs the ages.” Christ in history is undoubtedly more marvelous than Christ in ...

In the faith-filled and perilous world of ancient America, Arms of Faith continues the sweeping saga begun in Buried Arms. This powerful sequel follows the descendants of Lamanite converts—families who once buried their weapons in a solemn covenant of peace—as they struggle to protect their children from war while staying true to their faith. Set in the rich historical backdrop drawn from The Book of Mormon, Arms of Faith introduces a new generation of young believers: Amrah, Moleki, Sarah, Zur, and others growing up in the safety of Jershon, unaware of the mounting threats that ...

Our Christian Wagon Train of Freedom: Christ has Set Us Free on the Oregon Trail, is the story of Maria, who travels along the Oregon Trail with her sister to meet Levi, her future husband and a rancher in California. Managing to survive the tests that a wagon train can give to a young woman unused to manual labor, she arrives at Levi's ranch with a surprise. A few family slaves accompany her and Levi tells her clearly that they won't be slaves on his ranch.