This work examines the main causes of the moral dilemmas in which Christians find themselves. The author provides an introduction to moral philosophy and examines the sources of Christian principles. He concludes that Christian values still offer an authoritative alternative.
This Lent book offers imaginative reflections on Christ's crucifixion. Each of the seven chapters is focused on a different key character, who describes his or her experience of the Passion. The nails used to crucify Christ are used as a jumping off point for their reflections.
A source book for students of the patristic period and a companion volume to "Creeds, Councils and Controversies" and "Doctrine and Practice in the Early Church". This updated edition incorporates vital documents that were not available when the original collection was compiled.
Robin Routledge provides a substantial overview of the central issues and themes in Old Testament theology in this book which is gauged to meet the needs of readers who want to dine on the meat of Old Testament theology but do not have time to linger over hors d'oeuvres and dessert.
The aim of this book is nothing less than to assess and reset the terms of the debate about the kind of nation we want to be. It asks: What are the essential values we need for building a just, sustainable and compassionate society in which all can participate?
Introduces readers to the different methods used when interpreting the New Testament. This book gives practical textual examples of how a text might be interpreted using a broad range of interpretational methods. It also explores techniques such as textual criticism and post-colonial criticism.
Nearly 600 entries offering concise definitions of key concepts and balanced perspectives on key thinkers and movements from all the major Christian traditions.
Explore theology as a vibrant participation in the life of God. This engaging introduction redefines the discipline, linking it to the church and Christian living