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When the beliefs of Barack Obama's former pastor, Rev. Jeremiah Wright, assumed the spotlight during the 2008 presidential campaign, the influence of black liberation theology became hotly debated not just within theological circles but across cultural lines. How many of today's African-American congregations-and how many Americans in general-have been shaped by its view of blacks as perpetual victims of white oppression?In this interdisciplinary, biblical critique of the black experience in America, Anthony Bradley introduces audiences to black liberation theology and its spiritual and social impact. He starts with James Cone's proposition that the "victim" mind-set is inherent within black consciousness. Bradley then explores how such biblical misinterpretation has historically hindered black churches in addressing the diverse issues of their communities and prevented adherents from experiencing the freedoms of the gospel. Yet Liberating Black Theology does more than consider the ramifications of this belief system; it suggests an alternate approach to the black experience that can truly liberate all Christ-followers.

In the changing political, social, and religious landscape of the West, the term evangelical is increasingly losing meaning and credibility. Although some people say there is no unity to what evangelicals believe, church historian Christopher Catherwood sets out to prove otherwise, stating, "We are a people defined by our beliefs, and that is what distinguishes us in our twenty-first century postmodern times." Catherwood delivers a succinct and organized review of the global evangelical movement, looking at its earliest days, current place in world Christianity, political and social influence, unifying theological doctrinal beliefs, and its view on eschatology.Using the doctrinal basis of the International Fellowship of Evangelical Students and the 1974 Lausanne Covenant, Catherwood summarizes evangelical beliefs before describing the scope of the global church and the shift of evangelicalism's center from the global North and West to the South and East. Catherwood demonstrates that the term evangelical is not only meaningful, but necessary. Anyone wanting to know about the past, present, and future of evangelicalism will find this book helpful.

Fifty-six previously unpublished sermons by Martyn Lloyd-Jones on John 4. His perceptive analysis is helpful for all who thirst for the living water that only Jesus can provide.

Ryken applies Jeremiah's words to a contemporary audience, urging readers to search out spiritual fractures that may lie beneath the comfortable surface of daily life. Now with ESV Scripture references.

This study through Ecclesiastes helps Christians understand the necessity of fearing God in a fallen and frustrating world, pointing us to God's mission to restore creation from the curse through the power of the gospel.

Highlighting God's faithfulness to his people, this 12-week study through the book of Hosea points readers to the symbolic nature of Hosea's relationship with his unfaithful wife, revealing God's redemptive purposes in Christ.

In this 12-week study through the book of Ephesians, Eric Redmond opens our eyes to Paul's teaching about the astonishing grace of God that enables us to walk in love, holiness, and wisdom.

This accessible 12-week study through the book of Leviticus explores how the rituals of the Old Testament point to Christ's saving work of atonement at the cross.

This introduction to the New Testament orients readers to each book's theology, key themes, and overall message from a Reformed, covenantal, and redemptive-historical perspective--equipping readers to study and teach the New Testament with clarity.

Written from a Reformed, covenantal, and redemptive-historical perspective, this introduction to the Old Testament invites readers to see the cohesive story of the Bible through the lens of the gospel promised from the beginning.

This is the story of L'Abri, the Swiss community founded by Francis and Edith Schaeffer as a place where Christian truth could be lived and demonstrated as well as discussed and debated, a place where hundreds of seekers found the "God who is there.

For many people, the word discipline evokes a sense of resistance-but Barbara Hughes points out that the heart of spiritual discipline is a relationship with God. This tract gives 10 practical areas for a woman to grow in her spiritual discipline.

For many people, the word discipline evokes a sense of resistance-but Kent Hughes points out that the heart of spiritual discipline is a relationship with God. This tract gives 10 practical areas for a man to grow in spiritual discipline.

This commentary for pastors introduces readers to the tumultuous reign of King David, highlighting his foundational significance in God's plan to redeem the world through Christ. Part of the Preaching the Word commentary series.

Written to address the problem of disunity within evangelicalism, this book will help Christians who are committed to the gospel view their differences as opportunities for more effective ministry.

This 12-week study will help readers understand and appreciate how the book of Hebrews testifies to Christ's supremacy through imagery, metaphor, and Old Testament analogy.

This commentary on the book of Acts explores the history of the early church, examining the spread of Christianity in the years following Christ's death and resurrection. Part of the Preaching the Word commentary series.

Written by two seasoned pastors, this practical book is a comprehensive guide to nearly every facet of pastoral ministry, including pastoral counseling, hospital visitations, funerals, weddings, the sacraments, holiday services, and congregational music.

Dietrich Bonhoeffer is best known for his role in a plot to assassinate Adolf Hitler and his subsequent execution at the hands of the Nazis. However, readers are less familiar with his tireless work educating seminary students for a life of pastoral ministry. Anchored in a variety of influential lectures, personal letters, and major works such as The Cost of Discipleship, this book attempts to recover a largely unexamined part of Bonhoeffer's life-exploring his philosophy and practice of theological education in his original context. It then builds on this foundation to address the drift toward increasingly impersonal educational models in our own day, affirming the value of personal, face-to-face seminary education for the health of pastors and churches.

In this practical book, Moore highlights the importance of adoption for all Christians, encouraging readers to lead the way in adoption and orphan advocacy out of our identity as adopted children of God.

This timeless tract uses Scripture to summarize the key points of salvation, while presenting a compelling picture of the gospel message.

With a focus on Matthew 11:28-30, this tract encourages sinners to find their true rest in Jesus Christ.

This 12-week study leads readers through the book of Daniel, highlighting God's reign over all the earth as the sovereign Lord of history. Part of the Knowing the Bible series.

This remarkable work offers an analytical exploration of the nature of divine eternity and God's relationship to time.

Warning against the temptation to uncritically embrace the latest evangelistic fad, this book will help churches cultivate a culture of evangelism within the context of community. Part of the 9Marks: Building Healthy Churches series.

This volume accessibly outlines B. B. Warfield's teaching on a variety of topics concerning the Christian life, including prayer, Bible reading, and work.