Uncover How Scripture And The Natural World Are Deeply IntertwinedEvery page of the Old Testament breathes with the life of God's creation. From rainbows and desert winds to the roaring of a lion and green hills after rain, nature is woven through the biblical story and helps make it memorable. The natural world of the Bible holds memories of faith, failure, promise, and renewal.In Landscapes of Memory, Emma Austin blends biblical scholarship, memo...

Explore the Apostles' Creed with John Stott"If we want to lead good, holy, and useful lives, we must look to the creed which shapes our conduct."In an ever-changing world, the timeless words of the Apostles' Creed still have the power to anchor, clarify, and renew our faith. With this collection of sermons from renowned preacher and author John R. W. Stott (1921–2011), deepen your understanding of the foundational truths of the Christian faith foun...

What do we understand by integral mission and how do we connect it to the Great Commission? Is mission a specialist activity just for a selected few?Wright’s offers theological reflections on these questions by expounding five dimensions of Christian mission, in which every member of the church ought to participate. These should spark off conversations and initiatives that lead to greater integration and alignment of the tasks of the church with God’s mission.

Engage with the latest scholarship on the biblical theology of mission and missional hermeneutics with Christopher J. H. Wright's classic text - now fully revised and updated!Most Christians would agree that the Bible provides a basis for mission. But Christopher Wright boldly maintains that there is a missional basis for the Bible itself. The entire Bible is generated by and is all about God's mission. In order to understand the Scriptures, we need a missional her...

Tackle Key Questions from the Past Two Decades in this Fully Updated EditionEngage with the latest scholarship on the biblical theology of mission and missional hermeneutics with Christopher J. H. Wright's classic text—nowfully revised and updated!Most Christians would agree that the Bible provides a basis for mission. But Christopher Wright boldly maintains that there is a missional basis for the Bible itself. The entire Bible is generated by and is all ab...

After over a century of settling a rough planet, constant warfare, and rough living, the residents of this remote planet are finally ready to sit back, have a nice, peaceful celebration, and relax.A visitor from another system finds himself an unwilling witness as this suddenly goes in directions that he hadn't expected at all.

What does the Bible say about God's purpose for us, the witness of the church, and our mission to spread the message of the gospel?Chris Wright's pioneering 2006 book, The Mission of God, revealed that the typical Christian understanding of "missions" encompasses only a small part of God's overarching mission for the world. God is relentlessly reclaiming the whole of creation for himself, and each of us fit into that big-picture plan.In The Mis...

This a story of banquets and squatters. Temple noviates and plutocratic schemers. Gentle kisses and cooly planned murder.Emilio is a very clever young man. With a big circle of capable, ambitious, clever friends. Smooth, smart, and with a reputation for being able to get things done. Discretely. Things that may not be entirely legal or simply which a person with a certain position in society might not want publicly known.But when an equally ambitious up and comer in one of ...

Some people think the Old Testament has nothing to say about God as our Father, or about the Holy Spirit, whilst others try to find Jesus somewhere on every page of the Old Testament. Chris Wright brings a much-needed corrective to these misconceptions in his masterful three-in-one volume, Knowing God – The Trilogy. After exploring the identity and mission of Jesus in the light of the Scriptures he knew so well – our Old Testament, the book goes on to see how God reveals himself as Father ...

"The Black Bear" by William H. Wright is a captivating exploration of the life and habits of one of North America's most intriguing mammals. The book delves into the natural history of black bears, detailing their behavior, habitat, and the challenges they face in the wild. Wright's vivid descriptions and insightful observations provide readers with a deeper understanding of these creatures, making it an essential read for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The narrative is both...

In Behind the Bible's Greatest Stories, Dr. Paul Wright takes you behind the scenes, uncovering the ancient cultures and historical geography that frame the most memorable stories in the Bible. Posing rarely asked questions about these popular Old Testament stories, you'll move beyond the typical Sunday school answers and into the fascinating world of the Bible.This deep dive into the text of Scripture reveals that our beloved Bible stories are not quite as simple as they ...

Once upon a time, a few hundred years from now, Sheyhan, a petty street hustler, and Old Helga, a woman just trying to get by after decades of trouble, have to find a solution to an terrifying problem together, gathering friends and fellow outsiders to do something so huge that even they wonder if it can be done.Set in a world of sprawling, illegal markets and societies of street urchins. Of elegant, serene, temple complexes and grungy, rambunctious spaceports. Where your atmo suit...