What can we learn from early Christian imagery about the theological meaning of baptism? Robin Jensen- a leading scholar of early Christian art and worship- examines multiple dimensions of the early Christian baptismal rite. She explores five models for understanding baptism--as cleansing from sin- sickness- and Satan- as incorporation into the community- as death and regeneration- and as th…
God the Holy Trinity brings together leading scholars from diverse theological perspectives to reflect on various theological and practical aspects of the core Christian doctrine of the Trinity. Throughout- the contributors highlight the trinitarian shape of spiritual formation. The esteemed lineup of contributors includes Alister E. McGrath- Gerald L. Bray- James Earl Massey- Avery Cardinal …
Nearly half of today's adult population is unmarried. But most churches emphasize marriage and family- leaving many Christian singles feeling like marginalized- second-class citizens. Many suspect they would be more acceptable to the church - and God - if they "settled down" and got married. Albert Hsu challenges this point of view. Christian singles need neither more how-to books for meeting t…
A new version of Kathleen Nielsons acclaimed book that addresses high school students with the aim of encouraging and equipping them to engage in effective study of the Bible. The most crucial way we can prepare young people for the challenges that lie ahead is to arm them well with the sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God. This book lays the foundation: it explains what the Bible is- a…