Over the last three decades a major cultural shift has taken place in the attitudes of Western societies toward the future. Modernitybs eclipse by postmodernity is characterized in large part by the loss of hope for a future substantially better than the present. Old optimism about human progress has given way to uncertainty and fear. In this book scholars from various disciplines -- theology, …
'A most welcome study filling a real need for a scholarly biography that is historically sensitive and theologically well-informed." --Religious Studies Review 'Not since Wendel's Calvin has one volume given as much breath and depth to the life and thought of Calvin as this one... A splendid resource for both novices and Calvin scholars. McGrath's work will endure as a balanced, sensitive, …
PERNAHKAH Anda merasa kecewa Anda merasa terhadap gereja? Atau ditolak oleh gereja? Apa yang kemudian Anda lakukan? Meninggalkan gereja, meninggalkan Tuhan, menjadi pembelot, atau ...? Barangkali Anda kecewa terhadap pembimbing rohani Anda, sahabat Anda-yang menyatakan dirinya sebagai pengikut Kristus-tetapi sikap hidup mereka sendiri tidak mencerminkan Kristus? Philip Yancey pernah mengalam…
Since it was first published in 1967, Anthony Wilhelm's Christ Among Us has become America's most popular guide to modern Catholicism. Perfect for both new Catholics and those returning to the faith, this classic presentation of the Catholic faith provides a thorough, up-to-date discussion of Catholic theology, traditions, and practices and traces Church teachings from Vatican II to Pope John P…
The theology of creation interconnected with virtually every aspect of early Christian thought, from Trinitarian doctrine to salvation to ethics. Paul M. Blowers provides an advanced introduction to the multiplex relation between Creator and creation as an object both of theological construction and religious devotion in the early church. While revisiting the polemical dimension of Christian…
For over two and a half decades, as the founding director and creative force behind Designers Guild, Tricia Guild has been at the cutting edge of contemporary interior design. Her innate ability to mix vibrant colour and pattern and her imaginative use of modern arts and crafts translates particularly well to the challenges of city living. A passionate urbanite, who flies frequently between the…
When Turnabout was first published in 1978, to discuss the woman alcoholic separately and to see that her needs in recovery differed significantly from those of the male alcoholic were totally new concepts. Even more startling was the suggestion that the woman alcoholic should have a self-help program just for her. Prior this, most professionals believed that the program of Alcoholics Anonymous…