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Taylor & Francis Women Pioneers in Continental European Methodism 18691939
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Mohammed The Man and His Faith Routledge Library Editions Islam
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Taylor & Francis Ltd The Life of Muhammad AlWaqidis Kitab alMaghazi Routledge Studies in Classical Islam
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Black Religious Intellectuals The Fight for Equality from Jim Crow to the 21st Century Crosscurrents in African American History
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Black Religious Intellectuals
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Taylor & Francis Ltd A Handbook of Chaplaincy Studies
Book SynopsisA Handbook of Chaplaincy Studies explores fundamental issues and critical questions in chaplaincy, spanning key areas of health care, the prison service, education and military chaplaincy. Leading authors and practitioners in the field present critical insight into the challenges and opportunities facing those providing professional spiritual care. From young men and women in the military and in custody, to the bedside of those experiencing life's greatest traumas, this critical examination of the role played by the chaplain offers a fresh and informed understanding about faith and diversity in an increasingly secular society. An invaluable compendium of case-studies, academic reflection and critical enquiry, this handbook offers a fresh understanding of traditional, contemporary and innovative forms of spiritual practice as they are witnessed in the public sphere. Providing a wide-ranging appraisal of chaplaincy in an era of religious complexity and emergent spiritualities, this pioTrade Review‘This volume brings a wealth of valuable insights. I wholeheartedly commend it to anyone who works as a chaplain or who is seeking to better understand the role.’Mark Burleigh, President, College of Healthcare Chaplains, UK ‘Gathers together high level theological understanding with deeply reflective pastoral experience and so offers the reader a fresh and nourishing account of both the fundamentals and particularities of chaplaincy. Especially welcome is the inclusion of detailed and intelligently reflective case studies. At a time when so many mainstream churches are being drained of energy by issues of maintenance and keeping up numbers, these essays provide all interested in the church’s life a vision of other ways of being church: ways of mission and embeddedness and care. The great insight, beyond the essential accounts the work gives to those involved directly in chaplaincy, is that it is precisely in these ’secular’ and ’marginal’ places that today’s church can rediscover itself. A must read for those involved in practical theology and pastoral ministry.’ Clare Watkins, University of Roehampton, UK ‘A feast for those who are interested in chaplaincy - contributors bring their unique approaches to a range of areas on the subject. This book provides description and interpretation of current practices of chaplaincy and highlights the challenges facing the area. It makes a valuable contribution to the expanding literature on chaplaincy.’ Ataullah Siddiqui, Markfield Institute of Higher Education, UK ‘Chaplaincy is uniquely positioned to serve the ever-present spiritual needs of a society that is increasingly unfamiliar with formal religion. This handbook is therefore timely, revealing the cutting-edge value of a ministry that adjusts to people in the real world, reminding both individuals of their God-given value and institutions of the need to exercise power with humanity. Through its close examination of chaplaincy in a range of settings, not fudging the tensions of being inclusive yet challenging, pastoral yet prophetic, this book promotes a model of ministry that has considerable relevance and impact.’Jonathan Chaffey, Chaplain-in-Chief, Royal Air Force‘Essential reading for those in this form of ministry or interested in it.’Church of England Newspaper‘…this book represents an incredibly valuable contribution to chaplaincy studies. It should provide a starting-point for anyone interested in exploring the field academically and help to distil for chaplains some of the issues facing their profession.’Ben Ryan, Theos Think Tank London, Modern Believing Vol 57:3, July 2016‘It is a rare book that can both stimulate a person intellectually and on occasion move a reader to tears in offering astonishing honesty and privileged insight, but here is an example of such a rare book… I found myself asking whether this collection engages me in fresh debate, refreshes and confirms my commitment to chaplaincy, and challenges me to develop further my role and the possibilities of chaplaincy within the context in which I work. The answer is an unqualified ‘yes’.’Kate Pearson, Chaplaincy, University of Warwick, UK, Journal of Contemporary Religion, 31:3, August 2016‘…this book not only provides insights and challenges to an ever widening range of chaplaincies, but contributes to the current debate about the place of religion, faith, and spirituality in our culture.’The Rt Revd Stephen Venner, former Bishop of Dover and Bishop to HM Forces, in Church TimesTable of ContentsContents: Foreword, Linda Woodhead; Introduction to chaplaincy studies, Mark Cobb, Chris Swift and Andrew Todd. Part I Chaplaincy in Context: Situating chaplaincy in the United Kingdom: the acceptable face of 'religion'?, Stephen Pattison; The place of chaplaincy in public life, Alan Billings; The study of chaplaincy: methods and materials, Peter Kevern and Wilf McSherry; Developing practice-based evidence, Victoria Slater. Part II Key Themes in Chaplaincy Studies: Chaplaincy and the law, Frank Cranmer; Chaplaincy and ethics: what does it mean to be a good chaplain?, Peter Sedgwick; Multi-faith working, Sophie GilIiat-Ray and Mohammed Arshad; Managing multifaith spaces: the chaplain as entrepreneur, Chris Hewson and Andrew Crompton; The interface of psychology and spirituality in care, Fraser Watts; Supervision, support and safe practice, Michael Paterson. Part III Health Care Chaplaincy: Health care chaplaincy, Chris Swift; Contextual issues: health and healing, John Swinton and Ewan Kelly; Case study, Steve Nolan. Part IV Military Chaplaincy: Military chaplaincy, David Coulter and Giles Legood; Contextual issues: war and peace, Andrew Totten; Case study, Asim Hafiz. Part V Prison Chaplaincy: Prison chaplaincy, Helen Dearnley; Contextual issues: justice and redemption, Michael Kavanagh; Case study, Rosie Deedes. Part VI Education Chaplaincy: Education chaplaincy, Jeremy Clines; Contextual issues: learning and human flourishing, Garry Neave; Case study, John Caperon. Conclusion, Andrew Todd, Mark Cobb and Chris Swift; Index.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Healing the World: Today's Shamans as Difference
Book SynopsisOur world is fraught with problems that demand attention: climate change, terrorism, poverty, and injustice to name only a few. Healing the World takes the fundamental teachings of shamans—the healer of communities—and applies them to the problems of today, using terms and concepts that anybody, from business leaders to activists, can relate to and understand. It helps people identify their own gifts and find the pathways forward to using those gifts in the world, no matter what their occupation, civic activity, or interests.Trade Review'This is a must-read book whose time has come. Drawing on several traditions, the author calls on us to open our minds to wisdom and help heal a troubled world by bringing about order from dis-order and ease from dis-ease. Readers will readily grasp that Professor Waddock herself is a rare intellectual shaman who knows of what she speaks.'Diane L. Swanson, Chair of Distinction in Business Administration, Kansas State University'If you care about the future of the world, about the future of your children and the children of your children – read this book. Healing the World is a book that will get you out of your comfort zone – it will make you think, reflect and hopefully engage. Waddock is a paradigm breaker; I applaud her courage to address the real issues that our civilization is facing from an original and thoughtful angle.'Professor Simon L. Dolan, ESADE Future of Work Chair and President of the Board of Trustees – GFWF'Some people do what they do with expertise. Others do the same task with mastery. This is a book about masters of social healing. The book exposes us to the wisdom of excellence and invites us to the power of mastery. I can think of no greater investment than to accept such an invitation.'Professor Robert E. Quinn, Ross School of Business, University of Michigan and author of The Positive Organization'The world is in trouble in so many ways. We all need to pull our weight in make it a better place. This book, Healing the World, is your guide to doing your part. Read it. Learn from it. Enjoy!'L. Hunter Lovins, President, Natural Capitalism SolutionsTable of ContentsForeword 1. Healing the World: Why Shamanism? 2. Shamans: World Healers Among Us 3. Today's Shaman's Work: Healing, Connecting, Sensemaking 4. Answering Your Call to Purpose 5. Balance and Harmony in Self and the World 6. Science, the Shaman, and Our World 7. The Shaman as Leader Today
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Cambridge University Press Of Prelates and Princes A Study of the Economic and Social Position of the Tudor Episcopate S05
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Cambridge University Press England Against the Papacy 1858 1861
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Cambridge University Press Money and the Rise of the Modern Papacy
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Cambridge University Press Church Censorship and Culture in Early Modern Italy
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Cambridge University Press Court and Politics in Papal Rome 14921700
Book SynopsisThis 2002 book describes power and politics in Rome and the role of the papacy in early modern European politics. It attempts to overcome the traditional historiographical approach to the papacy during this period by focusing on the actual mechanisms of power in the papal court - political, personal, spiritual and ceremonial.Trade ReviewReview of the hardback: ' … this [is an] important collection of articles … together they present a new and intriguing view of the early modern state apparatus.' The Historical JournalTable of ContentsIntroduction Gianvittorio Signorotto and Maria Antonietta Visceglia; 1. A turning-point in the history of the factional system in the Sacred College: the power of the pope and cardinals in the age of Alexander VI Marco Pellegrini; 2. The court and the city in the ceremony of the possesso in the sixteenth century Irene Fosi; 3. 'Rome, workshop of all the practice of the world': from the letters of cardinal Ferdinando de' Medici to Cosimo I and Francesco I Elena Fasano Guarini; 4. The 'world's theatre': the court of Rome and politics in the first half of the seventeenth century Mario Rosa; 5. Factions in the Sacred College in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries Maria Antonietta Visceglia; 6. The Secretariat of State as the pope's special ministry Antonio Menniti Ippolito; 7. The cardinal protectors of the crowns in the Roman curia during the first half of the seventeenth century: the case of France Olivier Poncet; 8. The squadrone volante: 'independent' cardinals and European politics in the second half of the seventeenth century Gianvittorio Signorotto; 9. Roman avvisi: information and politics in the seventeenth century Mario Infelise; 10. Hegemony of the social scene and zealous popes, 1676–1700 Renata Ago.
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Cambridge University Press Scottish Society 1500 1800
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Cambridge University Press The Papacy since 1500
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Cambridge University Press Roman Canon Law in Reformation England
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Cambridge University Press Method in Ecumenical Theology
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Cambridge University Press A History of the English Parish The Culture of Religion from Augustine to Victoria
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Cambridge University Press Church Censorship and Culture in Early Modern Italy
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Cambridge University Press The Papacy since 1500
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Cambridge University Press Canon Law and the Letters of Ivo of Chartres 76 Cambridge Studies in Medieval Life and Thought Fourth Series Series Number 76
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Cambridge University Press Church World and the Christian Life
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Cambridge University Press Church World and the Christian Life PracticalProphetic Ecclesiology 7 Cambridge Studies in Christian Doctrine Series Number 7
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Cambridge University Press Papacy Politics 18C Rome
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Cambridge University Press Money and the Rise of the Modern Papacy
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Cambridge University Press Defining the Jacobean Church
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Cambridge University Press Canon Law Careers and Conquest Episcopal Elections in Normandy and Greater Anjou c1140c1230 71 Cambridge Studies in Medieval Life and Thought Fourth Series Series Number 71
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Cambridge University Press The Cambridge Companion to Muhammad
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Cambridge University Press The Church and the Churches
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Cambridge University Press The Third Sword
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Cambridge University Press The Third Sword
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Cambridge University Press Wearing Their Faith
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Cambridge University Press Canon Law and the Letters of Ivo of Chartres 76 Cambridge Studies in Medieval Life and Thought Fourth Series Series Number 76
Book SynopsisIvo of Chartres was one of the most learned scholars of his time, a powerful bishop and a major figure in the so-called 'Investiture Contest'. Christof Rolker here offers a major new study of Ivo, his works and the role he played in the intellectual, religious and political culture of medieval Europe around 1100 AD. Comparing Ivo's extensive correspondence to the contemporary canon law collections attributed to him, Dr Rolker provides a new interpretation of their authorship. Contrary to current assumptions, he reveals that Ivo did not compile the Panormia, showing that its compiler worked in a distinctly different mental framework from Ivo. These findings call for a reassessment of the relationship between Church reform and scholasticism and shed new light on Ivo as both a scholar and bishop.Trade Review'Christof Rolker provides for the first time a truly comprehensive examination of the letters' [of Ivo of Chartres] transmission. This, however, is only one of this outstanding work's achievements. For Rolker also re-assesses the state of canon law and theology in northern France at the beginning of the twelfth century and Ivo's role in the creation of a distinct canonistic jurisprudence … I recommend this volume to any student of medieval life around 1100.' Bruce Brasington, The Medieval Review'The author presents a painstaking and detailed study of the sources and the inter-relationship of the principal works attributed to Ivo: the Tripartita, Decretum, Panormia and Prologus. … Rolker does clearly give the state of the question on Ivo's canonical works, provides a fuller context for these works, and shines a brighter light on these sources, and it is in just this way that Ivo's letters prove most valuable.' Becket Soule, Ecclesiastical Law JournalTable of Contents1. Ivo of Chartres - 'life and letters'?; 2. Canon law before Ivo; 3. Collections known to or compiled by Ivo; 4. The canon law in Ivo's correspondence; 5. Hierarchies of authority: Ivo's views on divine law and the ecclesiastical hierarchy; 6. The laws of marriage: 'quod et natura disposuit, et lex tam ecclesiastica quam mundana firmavit'; 7. Ivo's Decretum and the Panormia: character, receptions, authorship; 8. Ivo's pastoral canon law and his place in legal history; A concordance table for the quotations in Ivo's letters; Bibliography.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Tweetable Pope
Book SynopsisBoston Globe journalist and Catholic commentator Michael O’Loughlin opens a wonderful window into the heart and revolutionary mission of Pope Francis by examining his extensive and revelatory use of social media—published to coincide with the pontiff’s visit to the United States in September 2015.Michael O’Loughlin uses Pope Francis’s almost daily “tweets” to his 21 million followers to explain why this pope has captured the world’s imagination and to explore his strategy and vision for the Catholic Church. Grouped by the Pope’s most pressing concerns—forgiveness, mercy, injustice, poverty, war, joy, the environment, and more—The Tweetable Pope uses Francis’ pithy 140-character (or fewer) missives as a prism to view the biographical, historical, and spiritual context of his messages and how each is part of a larger vision.O’Loughlin contends that these seemingly simple commu
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Dream Journal Guided by the Words of Dr.
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Penguin Random House India On Meditation Finding Infinite Bliss and Power
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Penguin Random House India Celebrating Life
Book SynopsisCelebrating Life is an intensely honest expedition that teaches you how you can be a master of your circumstances and make your life a celebration.
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Zondervan John Word Biblical Themes
Book SynopsisA companion to the acclaimed Word Biblical Commentary, the Word Biblical Themes series helps readers discover the most important themes of a book of the Bible. This series distills the theological essence of a given book of Scripture and serves it up in ways that enrich the preaching, teaching, worship, and discipleship of God’s people.
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Zondervan A History of the Quests for the Historical Jesus
Book SynopsisA History of the Quests for the Historical Jesus, Volume 2 is an extensive survey and analysis of historical Jesus debates, assessing not only the quests' historical, exegetical, critical details but also their philosophical and theological underpinnings.Trade Review'. . .A fresh, lucid, and insightful history of life of Jesus research that will be a vital addition to any library where the subject is taught. Moving away from standard models, Brown creates a nuanced schematic history and also points to a new path ahead. Important too are his own erudite contributions to key topics.' * JOAN E. TAYLOR, professor of Christian origins and Second Temple Judaism, King’s College London *'[A] remarkable achievement that makes for a significant contribution to the field of historical Jesus research. Colin Brown provides an in-depth, detailed, and learned analysis of the study of the historical Jesus, taking the changing cultural context into regard as he skillfully guides the readers through the centuries. This is an important book that fills a definite gap in scholarship.' * CECILIA WASSÉN, Uppsala University *'A fascinating tour of our field's past and present. Given the scope of Brown's research, even long-time adepts will learn much.' * DALE C. ALLISON JR., Richard J. Dearborn Professor of New Testament, Princeton Theological Seminary *'Brown (with Craig A. Evans) offers a comprehensive, reliable, and insightful guide to the variety of original quests (beginning with the New Testament), the New Quest, the Third Quest, the Jewish Jesus, and ongoing phases of the movement, highlighting how the social circumstances of the individual participants influenced the discussion.' * CLARE K. ROTHSCHILD, professor of Scripture studies at Lewis University, professor extraordinary in the Department of Ancient Studies at Stellenbosch University *'Brown and Evans break the boundaries of the 'three-quest scenario' to move in multiple fresh directions. The result is a one-stop resource for historical Jesus research that uncovers historical, exegetical, and theological treasures.' * ELIZABETH E. SHIVELY, senior lecturer in New Testament, St. Mary’s College, University of St. Andrews, Scotland *'Brown here reconstitutes his topic away from the classic and still-dominant scholarly template for these quests, both by stressing the importance of Jesus research well before Schweitzer and by extending his purview to chronicle the exciting and far-reaching debates of the later twentieth century.' * MARKUS BOCKMUEHL, Dean Ireland’s Professor of the Exegesis of Holy Scripture, University of Oxford *'In this comprehensive two-volume study, the late Colin Brown brings together the rich fruits of his lifelong studies on Jesus in Christian theology. . . . A broad framework for the study of Jesus in Christian theology. For future Jesus research, this thorough study is an indispensable tool.' * JENS SCHRÖTER, Humboldt University *'Not since the grand survey of Albert Schweitzer at the beginning of the twentieth century have we seen--especially in English--such a vast review of academic (and at times popular) literature on the historical Jesus.' * JOHN P. MEIER, University of Notre Dame *'With characteristic lucidity, learning, and touches of humor, Colin Brown here examines what it means to think critically about Jesus. . . . Brown is a master at putting differing views into conversation with one another, sometimes across time, in his sweeping, socially sensitive account of what investigators have proposed and how scholarship might tool up to face present and future challenges. Evangelical theology in particular is the richer for this precise, creative, well-written account.' * BRUCE CHILTON, Bard College *
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Zondervan The Purpose Driven Church Every Church Is Big in
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Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S. Matthew
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Thomas Nelson Publishers Together A Guide for Couples Doing Ministry
Book SynopsisServing in numerous ministry capacities together, Geoff and Sherry Surratt have valuable lessons and observations to pass along to couples seeking to serve in ministry together.
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Baker Publishing Group The Strategically Small Church
Book SynopsisBrandon O''Brien helps pastors and church leaders understand that a smaller church is sometimes better than a big one. He demonstrates the strengths of small congregations, including that today''s church 'shoppers' want services that are local, personal, and intimate. Also, small churches provide space to nurture close relationships across age and lifestyle barriers, and they facilitate a higher level of commitment from laypeople. And small church budgets are often more effective because of greater efficiency. The Strategically Small Church will encourage small-church pastors in their ministries and challenge them to play to their strengths.
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Baker Publishing Group The Irresistible Church
Book Synopsis'Breakthrough ideas to take your church to the next level of effectiveness'--Bill HybelsAfter more than twenty-five years of ministry in Hawaii, Wayne Cordeiro knows how to do church as a team. In his signature style, he shares this expertise with pastors, lay leaders, and people in the pew who want to see their churches become more vibrant. He presents twelve practical proven steps to develop a church God wants to bless, including ways to help people become part of a community, develop a culture of serving, turn visitors into regular attenders, and much more. This short, easy-to-read book is one pastors will want to share with their leadership team.
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Baker Publishing Group Conviction to Lead 25 Principles for Leadership
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Baker Publishing Group Praying for Boys
Book SynopsisWhat Are Your Biggest Concerns for Your Son?Instead of trying harder to change your boy''s behavior or worrying about his future, enjoy the peace that comes when you pray specific prayers for him straight from the Bible. This encouraging book helps you target your prayers on what your son needs most--from patience and self-control to having a pure heart and making wise decisions.Today you can start giving whatever concerns you have to God and- learn to fight for your son''s heart in prayer- look at raising boys as a gift- see how even quick prayers make a difference- understand boys'' deepest struggles, no matter their age- rest in knowing that God is the only One who can change your son''s heartWritten for moms but great for dads (and grandparents) too, this easy-to-use book is filled with uplifting stories and biblical wisdom that will equip you on your journey to raising a godly man.Includes a 21-Day Prayer Guid
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Thomas Nelson Publishers Signs and Secrets of the Messiah
Book SynopsisAre you or someone you love desperate for a miracle? As witnessed through Scripture, the God who was and is and is to come has been performing miracles from the beginning of time---so you can trust that Jesus wants to do something miraculous in your life today.
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Thomas Nelson Publishers The Jesus I Know
Book SynopsisHeartwarming, entertaining conversations between celebrities who often disagree about who Jesus is and their stories of what He means to them.
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Baker Publishing Group Apostles and Prophets The Foundation of the
Book SynopsisGod is harnessing apostles and prophets to fulfill the promises of His divine plan in which the people called to crucial roles in the church--apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers--must work together to fulfill their divine purpose.
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