The first book to examine the full range of black life from the vantage point of psychiatry, this widely-acclaimed work has established itself as the classic statement of the desperation, conflicts...więcej »
From its very beginning, in June 1842, the Protestant Mission in Gabon included men and women of African descent--African Americans, Americo-Liberians, and West Africans--all teachers and advanced ...więcej »
To overcome the democratic deficit that has been criticized since the creation of the European Union, a "democratic package" comprising two central measures could be put in place quickly and withou...więcej »
Broadcasting the Faith tells the riveting story of the American church's embrace of radio in the early decades of the twentieth century. By investigating major radio personalities like Walter Maier...więcej »
What does God wish to accomplish through suffering?
Does He answer prayers for healing?
Drawing on personal experience, the author addresses what a life-changing cancer diagnosis looks like and pro...więcej »
In 1847, Samantha waits tables and serves grog at Logan's Tavern in Campbeltown, Scotland. She joins the love of her life, the local Presbyterian minister, on an ill-fated voyage. The Reverend Char...więcej »
A truly livable and decidedly witty lay spirituality from the most amusing Christian intellectual of our time.
From his autobiography, Surprised by Joy, and children's classics, The Chronicles of ...więcej »
The call to teach means different things to different people. This collection contends, however, that, at the very least, faithful work in the teaching vocation involves excellence, commitment, and...więcej »
One of the most contested questions in historical theology concerns John Calvin's understanding of the so-called ""extent of the atonement."" On a popular level, Calvin's name is closely associated...więcej »
The transition from being a child to teen is not an easy one-mental trauma, guilt, happiness, regret, crushes, confusion...too much happens in a short period and can be quite overwhelming "Caramel ...więcej »
Like Aaron and Hur who lifted the arms of Moses during battle (Exodus 17), this book highlights the critical work of clergy care providers in America. These individuals and organizations support cl...więcej »
How can Christians become more loving family members? How can they care for each other most effectively?
Designed both for families and for counselors, Christian Marriage and Family is a complete ...więcej »
In this study that is largely intellectual history, Cao Jian observes how Old Testament motifs were introduced by Protestant missionaries and Bible translators, with the help of Chinese co-workers ...więcej »
Hope is a widespread, if not a universal, human experience. For centuries, followers of Jesus of Nazareth have ordered their lives around a central hope. How is their experience similar to or diffe...więcej »
How should Christians today understand the many promises and prophecies in the Old Testament about the future of Israel and its land? Are Christian Zionists justified in believing that these have b...więcej »
Power. Politicians crave it. Money buys it. And some people will do anything to get it.
In a world where New Agers rely on crystals and channeling to tap into spiritual power, the Christian is rem...więcej »
Circles and the Cross is an invitation to explore two mysteries. One is the miracle of the cosmos: why is there something and not nothing? The other is the miracle of consciousness: why should this...więcej »
In 1988, The General Conference of the United Methodist Church restored class leaders and class meetings to the Book of Discipline after an absence of fifty years. In this volume, David Lowes Watso...więcej »