Posts Tagged "P"

Care for the Soul: Exploring the Intersection of Psychology & Theology

Edited by Mark R. McMinn & Timothy R. Phillips “This volume explores the intersection of psychology and theology, but it is not a simple intersection. It is an intersection affected by rich theological and ecclesiological traditions, by the ravages and wonders of modern psychology, and by the character and qualities of today’s ministers and communities of faith.” (from the introduction) For two millennia...

Flights of the Soul: Visions, Heavenly Journeys, and Peak Experiences in the Biblical World

By John J. Pilch   Reports of prophetic dreams, of journeys into the heavens, and of other alternate states of consciousness abound in the Old and New Testaments and in extrabiblical literature. And although some scholars consider such reports to be simple literary devices, John J. Pilch – a leading expert in social scientific interpretation of the Bible – argues that ancient accounts of alternate consciousness are both plausible and...

An Anchor for the Soul: Help for the Present, Hope for the Future

By Ray Pritchard People have honest doubts and questions about God that deserve solid answers. How do we explain the Gospel of Jesus Christ in a way we can all understand? Ray Pritchard has updated this best-selling presentation of the gospel in a clear, straightforward way using simple language and clear Scripture references. An Anchor for the Soul is written with doubters, seekers, and skeptics in mind. In a clear, straightforward...

Everyone’s Guide to Demons and Spiritual Warfare

By Ron Phillips   Are you experiencing an attack on your spiritual well-being? Phillips helps you confidently stand your ground and decisively defeat the enemy! Showing you how to incorporate demon-defying principles in your daily life, his basic training manual identifies fiendish spirits that assault God’s people, provides proven strategies for overcoming evil, and helps you move beyond bondage into freedom. Your complete...

Saving Paradise: How Christianity Traded Love of This World for Crucifixion and Empire

By Rita Nakashima Brock & Rebecca Ann Parker   A book that restores the idea of Paradise to its rightful place at the center of Christian thought. One of Publishers Weekly’s Best Books of 2008. During their first millennium, Christians filled their sanctuaries with images of Christ as a living presence-as a shepherd, teacher, healer, or an enthroned god. He is serene and surrounded by lush scenes, depictions of this world as...