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"This is a beautifully written autobiography of a remarkable life. Farifteh Robb brilliantly tells her journey of faith and love across two cultures. I found it captivating and could not put it down." John Clark, Chairman of the Friends of the Diocese of Iran Have you ever wondered what it is like to survive a revolution? To be a religious convert, adopting a different nationality and starting afresh in a new discipline? To fall deeply in love, despite the obstacles to a burgeoning relationship? All of these things, and more, happened to Farifteh Robb. This is the fascinating and moving story of a woman’s journey between two cultures – her Persian Muslim heritage and her Christian life in Scotland. It describes the challenges she faced in an Iran torn apart by political turmoil, and in her new life in the UK. Written with passion, candid reflection, and a gentle wit, this is the story of a life lived in faith in a multicultural world.

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"Teach us to pray," Jesus‘ disciples asked him. Discover through this beautiful explanation the wonder of the powerful words that Jesus taught. A prayer that cherishes a close relationship with God as the very best Father, who guides us to live in the very best way with one another. This clear and lyrical explanation by storyteller Bob Hartman have been accompanied by the bright and appealing illustrations by Rafaella Ligi, making this a book that will be treasured and reread. Perfect for sharing and reflecting with children aged 5+ years, and an ideal gift for baptism and first communion. Available as single hardback or pack of 5 paperbacks.

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Explains the stages of grief and suggests practical steps for learning to live again.

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The popular image of the Vikings is of tall red-headed men, raping and pillaging their way around the coast of Europe, stopping only to ransack monasteries and burn longships. But the violent Vikings of the 8th century became the pious Christians of the 11th century, who gave gold crosses to Christian churches and in whose areas of rule pagan idols were destroyed and churches were built. So how did this radical transformation happen, and why? What difference did it make to the Vikings, and to those around them, and what is their legacy today? This book takes a "global" look at this key period in Viking history, exploring all the major areas of Viking settlement. Written to be an accessible and engaging overview for the general reader.

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An activity book based on the story of the first Christmas retold in Share a Story Bible. 24 pages of simple early learning activities such as counting, colouring, I spy, sorting, following lines, and matching and includes stickers ideal for young children aged 2-4 years. This activity book provides a fun first step of engaging with the story of Jesus’ birth and the visit of the shepherds. The illustrations by Jennifer Davison are bold, bright and appealing.

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This shrink-wrapped pack of 10 copies of Jesus and the Fishermen enables easy multiple-purchase of a key Bible story. This is one of 12 key Bible stories that have been made available as part of the Bible Story Time My Little Library. Each story is retold in about 500 words with bright and cheerful pictures.

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This shrink-wrapped pack of 10 copies of Noah and the Flood enables easy multiple-purchase of a key Bible story. This is one of 12 key Bible stories that have been made available as part of the Bible Story Time My Little Library. Each story is retold in about 500 words with bright and cheerful pictures.

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Based on Jeremiah 1, cosy up with your baby to share the warmth and comfort of being in God's care, reaffirming how precious they are to you and God. This is one of a series of delightful books by storyteller Bob Hartman based on biblical passages, which reference children and convey simple biblical truths that God loves and values them and they are wonderful and unique. Illustrated with clear, engaging, charming baby faces, which reflect the love, delight, warmth and emotion in the simple narratives. Research shows that babies are born being able to recognise faces, enabling them to connect quickly with their caregivers, so these books will be perfect for sharing with any 0-2 year olds. A perfect gift for newborn babies and first birthdays.

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Based on Psalm 8, cosy up with your baby to share the warmth and comfort of being loved by God, reaffirming how wonderful they are to you and God. This is one of a series of delightful books by storyteller Bob Hartman based on biblical passages, which reference children and convey simple biblical truths that God loves and values them and they are wonderful and unique. Illustrated with clear, engaging, charming baby faces, which reflect the love, delight, warmth and emotion in the simple narratives. Research shows that babies are born being able to recognise faces, enabling them to connect quickly with their caregivers, so these books will be perfect for sharing with any 0-2 year olds. A perfect gift for newborn babies and first birthdays.

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Based on Genesis 1, cosy up with your baby to share the warmth and comfort of being made in the likeness of God, reaffirming how beautiful they are to you and God. This is one of a series of delightful books by storyteller Bob Hartman based on biblical passages, which reference children and convey simple biblical truths that God loves and values them and they are wonderful and unique. Illustrated with clear, engaging, charming baby faces, which reflect the love, delight, warmth and emotion in the simple narratives. Research shows that babies are born being able to recognise faces, enabling them to connect quickly with their caregivers, so these books will be perfect for sharing with any 0-2 year olds. A perfect gift for newborn babies and first birthdays.

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10 copies of the popular bible story In the Beginning are in the multipack. Part of the My Very First Bible Stories series, there are 10 little paperback books of In the Beginning. These 10 paperbacks offer a smart and economical way of collecting multiple books for use in groups and classes, for award-giving, or for anyone wanting a pocket-money gift. This shrink-wrapped pack of 10 copies of In the Beginning enables an easy, multiple-purchase of this wonderful bible story.

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Murray Watts is one of the UK's foremost retellers of the Bible. He combines expert Bible knowledge with skilful storytelling to create a compelling text that speaks to children of today. The Lion Bible for Children: - comprehensive coverage of key Bible themes and stories - reliable text which is faithful to the spirit of the original - imaginative style which reflects the variety of the Bible itself (e.g. reportage, poetry, history, letters) - beautiful illustrations that complement and add meaning to the stories - all the design qualities of a modern classic.

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Serene, classic illustrations throughout make this gift Bible for a First Holy Communion extra special. Written to be accessible to newly confident readers, and to hold the interest of younger children who are being read to, this makes a fantastic introduction to reading the Bible.

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A delightful picture book retelling the story of Noah, who builds a great ark to keep animals that God sends to him safe during the great flood. Imagine Noah's excitement when the big boat comes to rest and once more the animals can roam the earth.

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From earliest times, man has struggled to control his environment and his fate, and a big part of that has always been his health. From the ancients onwards, the study of medicine, including surgery, has exercised some of the greatest minds - and brought profits to some of the less great. Drawing on sources across Europe and beyond, including the huge contributions to medicine made in medieval Arabia and India, Chapman takes us on a whirlwind tour of what was known when, and what impact it had.

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A cute little Bible story book with Dubravka Kolanovic's distinctive and adorable illustrations. Ten stories are briefly but accurately retold, making this an ideal gift for a young child. Includes a dedication page and a prayer. A perfect partner to Dubravka's My Baptism Book.

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Magnus is a BIG dog. In fact, he is a VERY BIG dog. Magnus is SO BIG that no one wants to play with him, and there's no room for him at home. But when Magnus spots danger, he knows just what to do to save the day. And because he is so very BIG, his simple plan works. Is Magnus a BIG hero now? This book, with its sweet and appealing illustrations and loveable 'outsider' main character, will help young readers to understand the importance of determination and that everyone has their own exceptional qualities, no matter their differences.

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Alison Jay has illustrated many books for children, and her beautiful paintings are instantly recognisable. In this book see the story of the birth of Jesus interpreted in her own unique style, using vignettes, borders and full page art to accompany a sincere retelling of the Nativity. There are many intriguing people, animals and landscapes to look at along the way, bursting with new details to find with a young child, as you share the story of that special night.

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My Look and Point ' In the Beginning' Sticker Book is another fantastic sticker book in the popular Look and Point Bible series. Who made this wonderful world and everything in it? Learn the story of Creation, through five double page spreads with spaces in the story to be filled in with Annabel Hudson's cute, cut-out Bible story stickers. The story of creation is told over 5 double page spreads with spaces in the story to be filled in, and extra activities at the bottom of the page and at the back of the book. Nominated for the Ultimate Christian Library Book Award 2012.

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Once upon a time there lived a family of sheep. They grazed on grass, crunched on clover, and played on green pastures. Except for Little Sheep, that is, who was bored with her peaceful life. So she makes an unusual decision... Little Sheep is having a great time at wolf school in her new knitted wolf suit and has even made friends with Little Wolf! But things all become rather more complicated when Little Wolf invites her home for dinner... A wonderfully funny pun-filled twist on a classic tale by expert storyteller Bob Hartman, and illustrated by Tim Raglin, whose humorous pictures complement the story perfectly.

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This sincere book presents the traditional prayer and line by line explains its Bible origins. Drawing on passages from the Bible it sets the prayer into a wider context. It contains additional prayers - traditional, contemporary and Biblical - and makes a perfect gift for religious occasions; enhancing a child's Christian knowledge and making a beautiful addition to the bookshelf.

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A soft and traditional nursery style, a padded cover with rounded corners and sweet, simple stories make this lovely new Bible the perfect gift for a young child. Contains fifteen important episodes from the Creation to the Resurrection and gentle, yet detailed and lively pictures on every page which provide a focus for a parent and child to share the book together. A wonderful introduction to the Bible. Includes a dedication page so the giver can be remembered every time the book is opened. Also available: The Lion Book of Nursery Fables The Lion Book of Nursery Rhymes The Lion Book of Nursery Tales

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Twenty favourite Bible stories retold with no more than 50 words per double page spread and fun, jolly artwork from Kay Widdowson. The clear text is easy to read aloud and the swirly, bright art style will capture the attention of any young child, with lots of smiley animals and characters and little details to spot. A perfect introduction to the Bible to share with children.

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This collection of stories is packed full of Christmas tales and legends from around the world; a festive treat from a popular storyteller. Here you will find Nativity stories from the Bible, folk tales from long ago, stories of favourite Christmas figures, and learn about how many Christmas traditions came about. Written to be read aloud or read alone, the stories jump off the page with fun illustrations which capture the Christmas spirit and will become family favourites, year after year. "Offers rich, poetic yet lively versions of the Nativity stories. A splendid reflection on the richness and depth of the Christmas tradition across countries and centuries." Times Educational Supplement

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The Baby Bible was first published in 2006, written by new mum Sarah Toulmin as a way of sharing the stories she so loved with her own little ones. Her ultra simple retellings of 20 favourite stories, from creation to the resurrection, are filled with a sense of wonder, expressing God's love for creation. Combining with Kristina Stephenson's heart-warming illustrations, this delightful little Bible offers lots to look at and point to on the page, to create the perfect focus for parent and child when sharing this delightful book together. The Baby Bible is now available in a small format gift edition with a pink padded cover; a perfect starter Bible to share with a much-loved child.

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Toddlers will be delighted to own this colourful Bible, which is comprehensive yet very accessible with 46 stories about all the key people and events in the Bible told in short, simple episodes (a double-page spread for each) with lots of bright pictures for early learners to browse. Designed for pre-schoolers, the small size of this book makes it great for little hands, whilst the padded cover and pictures give this a user-friendly quality. Packed full of stories, this is a great way to help toddlers begin to learn what's in the Bible.

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This collection of 21 Bible stories includes lots of items for children to recognise, point at and name as the story unfolds. Bold fonts annotate the bright illustrations, which will be easily recognisable by children, helping to tell the story as well as aid simple word and object recognition. For instance, children can help Noah identify the animals boarding his ark (elephant, rhino, parrot); look at the stars and moon with Abraham; march march march around the walls of Jericho with Joshua; and count baskets of loaves and fishes with Jesus. These interactive elements will not only help engage children as the story is told, but also add an early learning educational value which make these stories extra special for adult and child to share.

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If you liked Call the Midwife, you will love Kicking the Habit! What makes a fun-loving teenager turn her back on a life of parties, boys and fun, to become a nun in a French convent? And what later leads her to abandon the religious life, to return to the big wide world and later marry? At the age of 18, Eleanor Stewart goes to France to enter a convent. After four years of struggling with the religious life, she becomes a nun, and then trains as a midwife in a large inner-city hospital in Liverpool. While Beatlemania grips the nation, she attempts to coordinate the reclusive demands of the religious life with the drama, excitement and occasional tragedy of the hospital world. Written with honesty and affection, this is a wonderful and intimate portrait of convent and hospital life.

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Wisdom stories with a spiritual message have a special place on many people's bookshelves, providing Christian insight into the various issues that we face day by day. This new collection of stories from master story teller, Margaret Silf, will provide a rich source of illumination to those who turn to it, whether that is for personal use and enjoyment, or for church or school use. Accessible and popular, these stories speak straight to the heart.

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The Archbishop of York's Advent Book for 2024

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'An original, and in some areas unexpected, way of shedding light on this critical subject.' Edward Stourton, journalist and presenter of BBC Radio 4's The World at One Why is the Russian Church supporting Putin in his war against Ukraine? Why does the Patriarch of Moscow believe that history is on Russia's side? And what are the implications for Christianity and Christian culture in the West? These are among the vital questions addressed in Holy Russia? Holy War? Written by Katherine Kelaidis, an internationally respected historian who is also an Orthodox believer, this timely book examines the way history and religion are being used to justify Putin's 'special military operation' in Ukraine. Kelaidis shows how Russia's understanding of its past continues to shape and direct the way it sees its future. This, she argues, is not only a problem for Ukraine, but also a problem for all who value freedom, democracy, tolerance, and the defence of human rights. Reading Holy Russia? Holy War? will enhance your knowledge of why the defence of Ukraine is also the defence of Western freedom and values. It will also help you to see how differing views of the past can radically affect what happens in the present, how religion can so easily become corrupted at the service of militant nationalism, and how we must guard against it, wherever it appears. Contents PART ONE: Shadows of the past PART TWO: Who is Patriarch Kirill and why is he dangerous? PART THREE: This is not just a problem for Ukraine PART FOUR: The war will end but the causes and consequences will remain, so what can be done? CONCLUSION: Two modern Russian saints

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'A superb book on failure . . . humorous, realistic and absolutely not judgemental.' JUSTIN WELBY In 2019, Emma Ineson wrote about ambition and what it means for Christians to be successful. And then there was a global pandemic . . . Suddenly failure began to feel very much more familiar than success. But what is failure? What did Jesus think of it? What did he say about sin, mistakes and generally mucking things up? At the start of this wonderfully humorous and encouraging book - which will end at the cross - it's suggested that our tendency to lump all kinds of failure together could be a bit unhelpful. A more nuanced understanding of what sort of failure we're dealing with might just allow us to make friends with it and respond more appropriately. This idea leads us 'Towards an (Imperfect) Theology of Failure', based on key Christian thinking, and Emma poses the question of whether sin is an individual or corporate thing. Looking at the church, we consider, what is God's purpose for it? And in the light of key concerns such as safeguarding and racial justice, how might we re-examine concepts of success and recognize and measure failure? As the book draws to an end, we are reminded of our calling to live life to the full, to take risks despite our fears. We are bound sometimes to fail! Yet gazing at Jesus - who looked like the greatest failure of all - we may discern in the heartache, vulnerability and humility of failure, the glory of the cross. Failure was the 2023 Archbishop of Canterbury's Lent Book and Big Church Read for Lent.

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A practical guide to help adults understand the unique mental health challenges facing our children, teenagers and students today. From the rise of AI personal technology to the ability to connect to your loved ones wherever you are, you’d think that we’re advancing as a society. But for our young people’s mental health such progress has come at a cost. The book examines the key mental health problems impacting young people today (such as depression, loneliness and anxiety) and explains how the lifestyle, culture and world they are living in has a significant mental health impact. Suitable for parents, grandparents, teachers, youth workers and anyone in a position of care or interested in the future of mental health, this book offers tools, exercises and resources to support the next generation.

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When you hear the word ‘worship’, what first springs to mind? For many of us we think of singing songs and hymns with fellow believers in a church service or small group. But worship is more than that. Worship is a way of living. In Worshipping, readers are invited to journey through a series of six studies in David’s Psalms, learning from his worship in all of life, from worshipping together to worshipping under pressure, worshipping in failure and in contentment. With contributions from Mark Greene, Antony Billington, Tracy Cotterell, Joe Warton and Pippa James, this practical workbook will help you see whole-life worship in a new way.

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'Read this book, and then rethink everything else.' Danielle Strickland 'A feast of insight and reflection on what just leadership should look like.' The Rt Reverend Dr Jonathan Gibbs 'This book will change the way you lead.' The Rt Reverend Dr Emma Ineson, Bishop of Penrith 'A book that should be on the shelves of every leader today.' The Reverend Will van der Hart From #MeToo scandals to revelations of spiritual abuse atrocities in the Church, we’ve watched too many leaders let us down. What went wrong for these leaders? And more importantly, how can we get it right? Just Leadership offers advice and guidance to empower leaders everywhere to make a difference and answer the call for a fairer, more transparent, more equal society. Drawing on their combined decades of experience in leadership and safeguarding, Justin Humphreys and Simon Barrington explore what it means for a leader to be just, and provide practical ways improve your leadership skills and create a just and open environment. Across the world, there is a heart cry for justice – but often the fight is too focused on the wider cause, bypassing conversations about individual leaders across our churches, organisations, charities and communities. Just Leadership is for every leader – whether you are in Church or other Christian leadership, business or professional leadership or even a leader within your local community – who wants to build their skills and start leading the way to a better future.

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'A superb one-stop shop for students.' Dr Elizabeth Shively Tried, tested and trusted by students and teachers across the world, this widely respected study guide enables you to engage with an array of essential topics, including: - the Jewish and Greco-Roman background to the New Testament - literary genres and forms - issues of authorship, date and setting - the content and major themes of each book - well established and newer methods of study - the latest scholarship in the quest for the historical Jesus - the intersection of New Testament studies with contemporary faith and culture Now in its third edition, this popular textbook has been fully revised and updated, and includes new sections on: - the impact of social memory theory on Gospel studies - recent work on characterization in narrative studies of the Gospels - women in the Gospels - reading the Gospels and Acts theologically - how the Hebrew Scriptures are read by the New Testament authors - the resurrection and Ascension of Jesus - Luke’s presentation of Jesus' identity and mission - updated bibliographies, highlighting the most important and influential works published in the past decade Drawing on the authors' decades of experience in teaching these topics, this comprehensive textbook gives students a strong understanding and a solid foundation for further study.

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What do we do with the Bible? Does an ancient, sometimes violent and contradictory text that has been used to justify violence, racism, misogyny, homophobia and more, really have anything to teach us today? In this small but powerful book, Richard Rohr explores how we can read the bible in a contemplative and intelligent way. Focusing on Jesus' own method of using the Hebrew Scriptures, he shows us a way of interpreting the Bible that follows God's mercy, inclusion and compassionate justice, and creates a foundation for a hopeful vision from the beginning to the end of time. Warm and accessible, What Do We Do With the Bible? will give you a deeper, more genuine understanding of the Bible and transform your experience of Scripture - whether you are reading the Bible for the first time or returning to it over and over.

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Churches vary a great deal - but can we see past all their differences to what underlies them? 'Generous orthodoxy' is a phrase that describes a Christianity both broad and deep, rooted in the historic creeds and embracing different expressions of Christian faith. Exploring Generous Orthodoxy is a ground-breaking, creative and practical exploration of what that really means, and how expressing it might bring about a sense of unity in the church that is badly needed in our fractured and polarised world. Drawing together leading theologians from the UK and the USA - including David Ford, Katherine Sonderegger, Willie Jennings, Tom Greggs, JKA Smith and Jane Williams - this collection of reflections explores how generous orthodoxy can be expressed through everything from worship and preaching to biblical theology, the arts and more. Based around a series of lectures held at St Mellitus College, and sponsored by the McDonald Agape Foundation, Exploring Generous Orthodoxy is essential reading for anyone interested in how the Christian Church can bridge the gap between denominations to negotiate the challenges of our 21st century world in a united manner. It will leave you, not only with a deeper understanding of generous orthodoxy, but the practical confidence to celebrate and embrace the differences in Christian denominations so we can all live together more joyfully - through the transforming and renewing work of the Holy Spirit.

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Inspired by the popular Listography books, this journal creates a space for Christians to keep a record of their faith life, in lists. Filled with interesting lists and beautiful illustrations, this book is for those who enjoy documenting their faith through notebooks or prayer journals. Lists include the following: List your favourite ways to connect with God List people who inspire you in your faith List ways that you see God in the world around you List spiritual places that you want to visit List your favourite hymns or worship songs List your prayers for the future List people you are thankful for in your life List prayers that have been answered

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A book celebrating 30 years of New Wine. From one church in Chorleywood to a network of churches, and from UK roots to a global reach, Greater Things is a celebration of all the work of the New Wine family. With first-hand content from the Pytches and Coles who saw the story from the beginning, follow the journey of the New Wine family from its origins, explore its current work and focus, and be inspired by New Wine’s dreams for the future. Additional contributors include: Mike Pilavachi, Matt Redman, Debby Wright, Tim Hughes, Captain Alan Price, Bruce Collins, Heather Holgate and Naomi Graham. Encompassing the whole lifespan of New Wine, this book provides an opportunity to hear the story directly from the people most involved in the network: the challenges they've faced, the lessons they've learnt, and the blessings they’ve seen over the years.

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The Study of Ministry is a comprehensive guide to the theory and practice of ministry that attends to historical sources, the social sciences, pastoral theology, ecclesiology and cultural studies. The book argues for the study of ministry to be taken seriously as an aspect of ecclesiology and pastoral theology, providing a stimulating resource both for practising ministers and for all those training for ministry in a range of denominations.

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For those in or entering Leadership positions both inside and outside the Church. Are you looking to find the true principles of leadership explained in non-academic language and allow those principles to impact your leadership? We will know the reason why a recovery of the New Testament teaching is so vital if Christianity is to grow and thrive, and not just survive. How did Jesus lead? What are the key principles of leadership that he encouraged in his disciples? Michael Green draws out the radical teaching of the New Testament, and explains why a recovery of that teaching is so vital if Christianity is to grow and thrive, and not just survive.

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Jesus is the most influential person to have walked the earth. But why? And what makes his life and message so important to so many people today? James Dunn investigates what we can know for certain about the historical Jesus, and the reasons for his enormous impact - then and now.

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The purpose of this book is to enable Christian leaders to understand their psychological type, using the MBTI (Myers-Briggs) personality indicator, and to use this information to generate new insights into their own experience and performance. It will enable leaders to develop better strategies to maximise their strengths and to work with their recognised weaknesses. A significant amount of stress is experienced by Christian leaders. This book will help them to focus on those aspects of their work that are energising and life-giving. Part One of the book introduces the theories of psychological type and how these apply to Christian leaders. Part Two include detailed profile descriptions of each of the 16 MBTI personality types and explores the 'comfort zone' for that type and difficulties experienced by that type 'outside of the comfort zone.' Each type description is written with the role of the Christian leader in mind and covers aspects of their role, eg their experiences of worship, prayer, pastoral responsibilities, administration and working with others.

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Christianity Today 2019 Book of the Year Award - Politics and Public Life 'Scrupulously researched and documented, illustrated with both statistics and personal stories, this is a book that changes perceptions and could play a substantive role in achieving change.' -Margaret Hebblethwaite, author and missionary in Paraguay Published to coincide with the UN International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (25 November 2015), Scars Across Humanity is a thoroughly documented investigation into the causes of violence against women, past and present. Global in scope, and addressing the issues as they affect women at every stage of life, this powerful book also offers a probing critique of evolutionary and social-scientific accounts of gender-based violence, and of the role that religion can play, for good or ill, in the struggle against this worldwide problem.

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