Building Bridges in Muslim Evangelism In order to understand and minister to Muslims, Christians must first understand the Qur'an. This guide for Christians explains the central messages of the...[More]

Building Bridges in Muslim Evangelism In order to understand and minister to Muslims, Christians must first understand the Qur'an. This guide for Christians explains the central messages of the Qur'an in simple terms and illustrates how knowledge of Islam's sacred text can aid evangelism and religious understanding. In "A Christian Guide to the Qur'an," Raouf and Carol Ghattas have created a tool that can build bridges of understanding between Christians and Muslims. Drawing upon their years of experience working in Muslim cultures and their extensive knowledge of Islam, the authors outline the worldview set forth in the Qur'an with a focus on evangelism. The authors also helpfully provide a glossary of Arabic terms and three appendices detailing important dates in Islam, biblical names found in the Qur'an, and biblical references in the Qur'an.[Less]

The Unfolding of God's Prophetic Plan for Ishmael's Line A thoughtful call to rethink the role of Arabs in the plan of God. Western Christianity's long-standing support of Israel has, perhaps u...[More]

The Unfolding of God's Prophetic Plan for Ishmael's Line A thoughtful call to rethink the role of Arabs in the plan of God. Western Christianity's long-standing support of Israel has, perhaps unintentionally, nurtured a prejudice against Arab people--the descendants of Abraham's first son, Ishmael. Author Tony Maalouf contends that this bias differs dramatically from the biblical portrayal of Ishmael and the nations that have sprung from him.[Less]

Growing Affair-Proof Hedges Around Your Marriage. "Hello, my name is Nancy, and I am a cheater. I've never cheated on a tax return or a final exam, but I did cheat on my husband. That's why I'm...[More]

Growing Affair-Proof Hedges Around Your Marriage. "Hello, my name is Nancy, and I am a cheater. I've never cheated on a tax return or a final exam, but I did cheat on my husband. That's why I'm an expert on infidelity-because I have lived it." -from the Introduction Aided by the secrecy of the Internet and cell phones, extra-marital affairs are on the rise-and Christian couples aren't exempt. While cheating on one's spouse may still be socially unacceptable, it is more prevalent now than ever before. From a woman who strayed to the other side of the marital fence-and returned to find forgiveness and restoration-comes this practical book about predicting and preventing an extra-marital affair. Based on the principle that the grass is always greener where it's watered, this book focuses on how to grow a beautiful marriage in your own backyard by establishing six protective "hedges" around it.[Less]

When Ministry is Not What You Thought. Are you about to throw in the towel on your ministry position? You're not alone! People just like you pastors, church leaders, teachers, ministry staff ar...[More]

When Ministry is Not What You Thought. Are you about to throw in the towel on your ministry position? You're not alone! People just like you pastors, church leaders, teachers, ministry staff are quitting in record numbers. What's a leader to do? How do you know if you're making the right decision? Someone is still on your side, and He would like you to review your call to ministry before making any final decisions. Blaine Allen is on your side, too. With a knack for helping others put tough times in proper perspective, Blaine provides the tools to help you review your expectations for ministry, evaluate the roots of your current dissatisfaction, and honestly assess your physical, emotional, and spiritual strength. It could be that it's time for a change. Just make sure you have the facts first and that you are really listening to God before you jump out of ministry.[Less]

"This compelling book is the most comprehensive defense of Jesus' resurrection anywhere." -- Lee Strobel

". . . a phenomenal resource, that is both user-friendly and up-to-date, and will equip...[More]

"This compelling book is the most comprehensive defense of Jesus' resurrection anywhere." -- Lee Strobel

". . . a phenomenal resource, that is both user-friendly and up-to-date, and will equip believers to defend this crucial issue. -- Josh McDowell

Includes an interactive CD in a game show format to test your memory of the key issues and concepts.[Less]

Two former Muslims--who are seminary professors and bestselling Gold Medallion award-winning authors--look at the Crusades and killing in the name of Christ in this immensely relevant book. Here they ...[More]

Two former Muslims--who are seminary professors and bestselling Gold Medallion award-winning authors--look at the Crusades and killing in the name of Christ in this immensely relevant book. Here they examine the fallout of the Crusades and urge Christians to learn from the past.[Less]

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Mapping and Assessing Evangelical Models. Contextualization is the art of translating ideas into a ...[More]

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Mapping and Assessing Evangelical Models. Contextualization is the art of translating ideas into a particular situation, place or culture. It is fundamental to communication, which makes contextualization essential in missions. This textbook pulls together and maps the variety of evangelical approaches to contextualization. Introductory classes on contextualization and missionary preparation institutes will appreciate this valuable textbook. In section one, Moreau explores foundations that make it possible to see the variety of evangelical models more clearly. He looks at the ways evangelical models have been characterized in the literature, and he highlights the main concerns of evangelicals in their contextualizing efforts. Moreau explains several guiding ideas and analytic tools that show how evangelicals "lean into" contextualization. In section two, Moreau describes how evangelical models of contextualization can be split into four primary categories based on the directional flow of each: linear, dialogical, cyclical (spiral or helix), and organic. For each category, Moreau explains what he mean by the category name, portrays one or more models from the category, and presents selected contextual practices that evangelicals use which fit the category. This arrangement makes categorization easier than other options and does not frame the models in ways that bias their evaluation. Contextualization in Missions will guide mission-minded to an informed plan for spreading the gospel effectively. While written with a theoretical perspective, 'Contextualization in Missions' also provides real-world examples to provoke both thought and action.[Less]

Diplomat in Bangladesh. The classic missionary story of Dr. Viggo Olsen continues to thrill readers with its blend of excitement, insight, and inspiration surrounding the birth of the new natio...[More]

Diplomat in Bangladesh. The classic missionary story of Dr. Viggo Olsen continues to thrill readers with its blend of excitement, insight, and inspiration surrounding the birth of the new nation of Bangladesh and the dedicated Christian workers who served its people.[Less]

Finding Direction and Making an Impact As a Church Leader. Many otherwise well-trained pastors are often unprepared for actual leadership. The author shows how effective leaders must provide ne...[More]

Finding Direction and Making an Impact As a Church Leader. Many otherwise well-trained pastors are often unprepared for actual leadership. The author shows how effective leaders must provide needed direction by means of one's mission.[Less]

Christianity Today Book Awards 2005

Using historical and biblical accounts, the authors present practical advice for evangelizing practitioners of new religions with approaches s...[More]

Christianity Today Book Awards 2005

Using historical and biblical accounts, the authors present practical advice for evangelizing practitioners of new religions with approaches similar to those used to reach foreign people groups. The book treats a breathtaking range of biblical, historical, methodological, and practical issues related to Christian witness to new religious movements.[Less]

From the popular author of "To Love, Honor, and Vacuum "comes this look at attitude adjustments, relationship enhancements, and changes to a woman's pressure-filled life that can help revive her God-g...[More]

From the popular author of "To Love, Honor, and Vacuum "comes this look at attitude adjustments, relationship enhancements, and changes to a woman's pressure-filled life that can help revive her God-given sexual vitality. This is not a medical book, though it is medically accurate. Instead, it gives practical--and often humorous--advice for the vast majority of women who, at the end of a long day, would rather eat chocolate and soak in a bubble bath--alone--than make love.[Less]

Stress Among Christian Workers. As a psychiatrist, medical doctor, and former missionary, Dr. Foyle provides insights and special help for the unique stress and pressures of full-time Christian...[More]

Stress Among Christian Workers. As a psychiatrist, medical doctor, and former missionary, Dr. Foyle provides insights and special help for the unique stress and pressures of full-time Christian service; covers depression, occupational stress, interpersonal relationships, stresses in sigleness and marriage, and burnout.[Less]

"Islam's race to win the world was detoured for about four hundred years, but now it is back on track to achieve our goal--the setting up of a worldwide community of Islam." --Muslim leader in Europe<...[More]

"Islam's race to win the world was detoured for about four hundred years, but now it is back on track to achieve our goal--the setting up of a worldwide community of Islam." --Muslim leader in Europe

The unfolding conflict between Islam and the West is not just a clash of cultures-it is a head-to-head confrontation between a religion intent on world dominance and a culture confused and unsettled by rising hatred and violence. In this revealing book, a veteran Christian missionary to the Muslim world examines the rapid worldwide growth of Islam and credits it to a well-financed missions strategy. This "loose strategy" is advanced through three tactical methods: jihad (holy war), Da'wah (missions), and mosques (presence). William Wagner's analysis includes an overview of Islamic philosophy and methodology, writings from the secular press, and quotations from Islamic writers. His conclusions about Islam's growth, which is neither spontaneous nor accidental, should spur Christians on to become much more active in living out their faith and proclaiming the truth found in Jesus Christ.

William Wagner (Th.D., University of South Africa; D.Miss., Fuller Theological Seminary) is professor of missions at the Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary and vice president of the Southern Baptist Convention. For more than thirty years he served as a missionary with SBC's International Mission Board. During that time, he was chairman of the Muslim Awareness Committee of the European Baptist Federation. In addition to teaching, he travels and speaks extensively in the Middle East and Europe, training missionaries for ministry to Muslims. (publisher)[Less]

A Trinitarian Missiology for the Twenty-First Century. "Invitation to World Missions "combines a strong biblical anchor with practical suggestions. This unique text is arranged in three parts a...[More]

A Trinitarian Missiology for the Twenty-First Century. "Invitation to World Missions "combines a strong biblical anchor with practical suggestions. This unique text is arranged in three parts according to the Trinity's roles, relationships, and activity. Tennent questions whether missions as currently conceptualized is adequate and he challenges the reader by building the book around key theological foundations such as "mission dei" and the "new creation" vision for the global church. This volume will call and enable the reader to understand how missions is biblically and theologically basic to Christianity, and how missions is essential to living out an abundant and impassioned life. Features and Benefits Series: Invitation to Theological Studies Author is president of well-known evangelical seminary and has written extensively Author has missions experience as a professor and practitioner Major introductory textbook Biblically rooted and practically oriented[Less]

God Is Calling You to Change the World. Many of history's greatest movements of spiritual renewal have been based in radical Christian obedience. And while generally overlooked, the truth is th...[More]

God Is Calling You to Change the World. Many of history's greatest movements of spiritual renewal have been based in radical Christian obedience. And while generally overlooked, the truth is that many of history's "great awakenings" started with young adults. Written by youth expert Alvin Reid, 'Join the Movement' is an invitation and a challenge to young adults to wholeheartedly commit to seeing God change the world-through them![Less]

What They Don't Teach Pastors in Seminary. Malphurs examines the four things that drive effective ministry -- values, mission, vision, and strategy -- and demonstrates how to implement them.

What does the changing face of missions look like? What are the challenges? Key missionaries, agency leaders, seminary professors and pastors present insightful and biblical presentations of missions,...[More]

What does the changing face of missions look like? What are the challenges? Key missionaries, agency leaders, seminary professors and pastors present insightful and biblical presentations of missions, past and present..[Less]

An Insider's Response to Muslim Beliefs about Jesus. The national bestselling authors of "Unveiling Islam" provide concise answers to the most common questions and misconceptions that Muslims h...[More]

An Insider's Response to Muslim Beliefs about Jesus. The national bestselling authors of "Unveiling Islam" provide concise answers to the most common questions and misconceptions that Muslims have about Christianity.[Less]

10 Key Questions in Christian Missions Today. The fog of pluralism and tolerance has settled over the Great Commission, forming new clouds of doubt over age-old questions. Does a loving God re...[More]

10 Key Questions in Christian Missions Today. The fog of pluralism and tolerance has settled over the Great Commission, forming new clouds of doubt over age-old questions. Does a loving God really send sincere people to hell? Isn't there some good in all religions? Why must Jesus be the only way? Veteran missiologist David Hesselgrave tackles ten pressing issues that missionaries and students of missions face today. Using Scripture, social sciences, and history, he provides solid and satisfying answers to tough questions and concludes that the future of Christian missions depends more on the changes we do not make than on the changes we do make.

"The book is timely, framing the biblical arguments in light of contemporary settings. It is also timeless because of the appeal to the revealed Scriptures as the only appropriate grounding for a discussion of the meaning and actions of missions." -Scott Moreau Professor, Department Chair of Missions and Intercultural Studies Wheaton College.

"A wonderful opportunity for study groups and missions classes in colleges, seminaries, and churches to develop a biblical missiology for the twenty-first century." -Walter C. Kaiser Jr. President, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

David J. Hesselgrave (Ph.D., University of Minnesota) is a leading spokesman for evangelical missions. Now retired, he has been a pastor and a missionary to Japan, the co-founder of the Evangelical Missiological Society, as well as a professor and director of missions at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. His many books include Communicating Christ Cross-Culturally and Planting Churches Cross-Culturally.[Less]

The adventures and perils 'Christian' encounters on his journey from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City is not only a classic tale but also a vivid allegory of the Christian life. In this f...[More]

The adventures and perils 'Christian' encounters on his journey from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City is not only a classic tale but also a vivid allegory of the Christian life. In this fully illustrated, completely re-imagined book, the story is retold especially for twenty-first-century kids (ages five and up).[Less]