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A repackaged edition of the revered author's classic work that examines the four types of human love: affection, friendship, erotic love, and the love of God-part of the C. S. Lewis Signature Classics series.
C.S. Lewis-the great British writer, scholar, lay theologian, broadcaster, Christian apologist, and bestselling author of Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Chronicles of Narnia, and many other beloved classics-contemplates...
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"A repackaged edition of the revered author's collection of essays on writing fiction. C.S. Lewis--the great British writer, scholar, lay theologian, broadcaster, Christian apologist, and bestselling author of Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Chronicles of Narnia, and many other beloved classics--was a professor of literature at Oxford University, where he was known for his insightful and often witty presentations on...
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"I want volunteers from First Church who will pledge themselves, earnestly and honestly, for an entire year, not to do anything without first asking the question, What Would Jesus Do?" A minister's challenge, spurred by a mysterious stranger's impassioned plea, is answered by an heiress, a newspaper editor, a college president, and the local beauty queen. Their stories form the inspirational novel that popularized the expression, What Would Jesus...
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I love to read.
I hate to read.
I don't have time to read.
I only read Christian books.
I'm not good at reading.
There's too much to read.
Chances are, you've thought or said one of these exact phrases before because reading is important and in many ways unavoidable.
Learn how to better read, what to read, when to read, and why you should read with this helpful guide from accomplished reader Tony Reinke. Offered here is a theology for reading...
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The Lord of the Rings trilogy has delighted millions of fans worldwide in book and movie form. With the theatrical release of the two-part film The Hobbit slated for 2012 and 2013, attention will once again turn to J. R. R. Tolkien's classic works. In a culture where truth is relative and morality is viewed as old-fashioned, we welcome the chance to view the world through hobbit eyes: we have free will, our choices matter, and living a morally heroic...
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Here is a guidebook for those who want to learn how to recognize books that are spiritually and aesthetically good-to cultivate good literary taste. Gene Edward Veith presents basic information to help book lovers understand what they read-from the classics to the bestsellers. He explains how the major genres of literature communicate. He explores ways comedy, tragedy, realism, and fantasy can portray the Christian worldview. These discussions lead...
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In The Problem of Pain, C. S. Lewis tackles one of the most difficult and enduring questions in Christian theology: If God is both all-powerful and all-good, why does suffering exist? With his characteristic clarity and intellectual depth, Lewis explores the nature of pain and suffering, offering a philosophical and theological perspective on how they fit into the divine plan.
Lewis delves into the complexities of human existence, discussing the...
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"In Surprised by Joy, C.S. Lewis shares his enthralling spiritual journey through his early life, chronicling his conversion to the Christian faith. ... Lewis starts with his childhood in Belfast, then describes his boarding school years and his youthful atheism in England, moves to his experience in World War I, and ends in Oxford. Through it all Lewis explores his lifelong search for joy and its role in pointing him toward god."--Book cover
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If you asked an American, "Who is the prince of this world", most will say, Jesus Christ. However, that is not what the Bible says: (John 12:31) "Now is the time for judgement on this world; now the prince of this world will be driven out." John 16:11) "About Judgement, because the prince of this world now stands condemned."
Another misconception man has is the God gave him freewill in order that he could make a decision for Christ in his life. God...
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This book is a collection of spiritual art and poetry by Stephen J. Vattimo. The artwork and poetry challenge the viewer to open their eyes and ears to the salvation message of Jesus, so they can come to a saving relationship with God. The author attempts through his artwork to convey biblical concepts through the skillful use of symbolism, subject matter and the use of color. Through poetry, the author aspires to communicate spiritual principles...
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Have you ever sung a song with the lyrics "Worthy is the Lamb"?
Or have you ever sung along to "The Hallelujah Chorus" from Handel's Messiah? If so, congratulations, you have a greater understanding of the book of Revelation than you realize. Revelation has long spoken to us in powerful ways despite the confusion often thought of when trying to pick Revelation apart. The Song of the Lamb tries to focus on how Revelation is speaking a powerful message...
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From poetry to social networks, writing affects us all. Having taught the art of writing for years while producing literary works of national renown, Larry Woiwode thus explores the mysterious power of language, offering readers a diverse collection of thought-provoking essays on the meaning and significance of writing. In teaching the art of putting words on a page, Woiwode highlights the crucial role that writing plays in communicating with others...
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In this first issue, we see Jesus, a humble man, who lived in first-century Israel is different than any other man. A certain man named John the Baptist knows who Jesus is, that is, God's one and only Son who came to the earth for a special purpose. We see John meets Jesus and declares who He is. Later, Jesus does a miracle at a wedding celebration, and everyone there is amazed and delighted. After that, Jesus and his followers and his family go to...
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Oxford's fabled streets echo with the names of such key figures in English history as Edmund Halley, John Wycliffe, and John and Charles Wesley. Of more recent times are those of C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, and the other members of the renowned literary circle to which they belonged, the Inklings. What would it be like to walk this medieval city's narrow lanes in the company of such giants of Christian literature, to visit Magdalen College, where...
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Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book.
Book Preview: #1 On November 5, 2017, a gunman walked into the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas, and shot and killed 26 people. The left responded by mocking and insulting Christians.
#2 Despite the left calling out Christians for praying after tragedies, it is still a world made by humans, with tribulations that will continue.
#3 The political left has been...
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This presentation of Psalms 1-72 remains true to the time-honored meaning found in Scripture. It also reveals nuances that lead to deeper understandings and a greater appreciation of this meaning. It does this by allowing the poetry to be poetry, poetry used in worshiping God. It is a presentation that is both scholarly in its translation and poetic in its editing. Through this presentation, Charles hopes to inspire you to grow in your relationship...
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This unique poetry captures God's heart and His love for His children regardless of the mistakes they've made, the crimes they've committed, or the hurt they've caused. Inside these pages, you'll learn that we are God's masterpiece and that there is nothing that we've done that can't be forgiven. Each poem is filled with depth and meaning and is coupled with scriptural truth. They are enlightening, thought-provoking, comforting, and healing, they...
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From comic books to summer blockbusters, all people enjoy art in some form or another. However, few of us can effectively explain why certain books, movies, and songs resonate so profoundly within us. In Echoes of Eden, Jerram Barrs helps us identify the significance of artistic expression as it reflects the extraordinary creativity and unmatched beauty of the Creator God. Additionally, Barrs provides the key elements for evaluating and defining great...
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The basic needs of the human heart are,, reflected in the stories we tell.
As women and men made in the image of God, all storytellers reflect his timeless truths-whether they realize it or not.
In The Cross in the Culture, Ruth Buchanan explores how Christians engage with stories of every kind. Together, we will discover the image of God and the eternal truths of Scripture reflected in our shared narratives. In one way or another, every story connects...
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