Author: Kevin O'Donnell Publisher: Lion Books ISBN: 0745957331 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 224
Book Description
An accessible, down-to-earth introduction to the central aspects of Christian history, this Pocket Guide includes the stories of its key events and characters, bringing a wide range of chronological, geographical and doctrinal history vividly to life. From the early church to the twenty-first century, this concise and fascinating book is a lively survey of the world's most widespread religion. Covering topics as diverse as the Apostles and Constantine, the Celtic Church and the division between East and West, the Reformation and the Enlightenment to the modern age, this is an indispensable resource for understanding a truly global phenomenon: Christianity.
Author: D. Jeffrey Bingham Publisher: InterVarsity Press ISBN: 0830898433 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 194
Book Description
The story of Christianity is a fascinating tale. Here we find drama, vision and expansion along with failure, setbacks and tragedy. Yet during the past two thousand years the power of Jesus is felt throughout the interplay of human actors and the forces of world events. How can you grasp the story played out on such a gigantic stage? This book is an ideal place to start. D. Jeffrey Bingham has skillfully selected the key people and episodes to tell a grand and humbling story. From Roman persecution to the early creeds, from the monastic movement to the Reformation, from the rise of liberalism to missionary expansion, he chronicles the ups and downs of a people and a faith. This pocket history has been crafted for students, pastors and other busy people who want an informed, clear and concise presentation that feeds the mind and moves the heart. It is an account that nurtures the Christian virtues of faith, hope and love. For Bingham aims not only to uncover the treasures of the church's past but also to show how history aids your own spiritual journey today. Designed for students and pastors alike, the short and accessible volumes in the IVP Pocket Reference Series will help you tackle the study of biblical languages, church history, apologetics, world religions, Christian spirituality, ethics, theology, and more.
Author: Nathan P. Feldmeth Publisher: InterVarsity Press ISBN: 0830867031 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 152
Book Description
This convenient reference work by Nathan Feldmeth offers brief, up-to-date definitions of the terms, events, movements and figures of church history.
Author: Josh McDowell Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers ISBN: 9780842303675 Category : Christianity Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
A popular speaker and author answers key objections to the Christian faith today. McDowell's evidence will challenge seeker and believer alike. A helpful, concise reference tool.
Author: Jonathan Hill Publisher: Lion Hudson ISBN: 9780310262701 Category : Church history Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Filled with full-color photos and illustrations, this volume covers the complete history of the Christian faith. Contributors cover the full sweep of Christian history from the time of Jesus, through the church fathers and European history, and spreading throughout the globe on up to today.
Author: Kevin O'Donnell
Author: D. Jeffrey Bingham
Author: Nathan P. Feldmeth
Author: Alec Motyer
Author: Josh McDowell
Author: Gregory R. Lanier
Author: Jonathan Hill
Author: Omf International
Author: Mark Jones
Author: Benno van den Toren