Author : Craig R. H. Gates
Publisher : Forward Movement
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 50,17 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Baptism
ISBN :
As part of the rite of baptism, every person makes five promises that define what it means to be a Christian. Part of the Baptismal Covenant in The Book of Common Prayer, what do these promises mean? Craig Gates helps us confidently answer "I will, with God's help," with this closer look -- publisher's website
Author : General Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists
Publisher : Review and Herald Pub Assoc
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 49,72 MB
Release : 2005
Category :
ISBN : 9780828019484
Author : Klemens Richter
Publisher : Liturgical Press
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 10,4 MB
Release : 1990
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780814618820
An examination of the symbols of worship, tracing their origins, what they have meant through the ages, and whether their meaning is clear for Christians today.
Author : The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Publisher : The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 26,60 MB
Release : 1997
Category :
ISBN : 1465101276
A Study Guide and a Teacher’s Manual Gospel Principles was written both as a personal study guide and as a teacher’s manual. As you study it, seeking the Spirit of the Lord, you can grow in your understanding and testimony of God the Father, Jesus Christand His Atonement, and the Restoration of the gospel. You can find answers to life’s questions, gain an assurance of your purpose and self-worth, and face personal and family challenges with faith.
Author : Brandon C. Jones
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 33,94 MB
Release : 2012-09-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1610976282
Many Christians who practice believer baptism struggle to answer basic questions about it, such as: What does it mean to be baptized? How does baptism relate to faith? What does God do through baptism? In Waters of Promise, Brandon Jones seeks to answer these questions by drawing from Scripture, theology, history, and church practice. The resulting recovery of the link between covenant theology and believer baptism may change not only how you think about baptism but also how your church practices it.
Author : Church of England
Publisher : Church House Publishing
Page : 45 pages
File Size : 36,29 MB
Release : 2018-06-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0715123416
This paperback volume contains the liturgy for all kinds of Christian Initiation. It includes the well-known rites of Baptism and Confirmation, as well as a range of associated services to help Christians in the various stages of their journey of faith. These associated services included Rites on the Way, designed to be used with adults who have recently found faith. These rites mark their coming to faith and help them on the journey towards baptism and confirmation. Also included are various Rites of Affirmation, designed for those who wish to mark or reaffirm a Baptism that has already taken place. Services of Reconciliation and Restoration are also included, as they draw individuals back into the full baptismal life of the Christian community. These include the Reconciliation of a Penitent (individual confession), and a corporate service of penitence for use during Advent and Lent or in preparation for mission or pilgrimage. Services included are: Thanksgiving for the Gift of a Child Rites Supporting Disciples on the Way of Christ Holy Baptism Emergency Baptism Holy Baptism and Confirmation, including a Vigil Service Celebration after an Initiation Service outside the Parish Thanksgiving for Holy Baptism Admission of the Baptized to Communion A Form for the Corporate Renewal of Baptismal Vows Affirmation of Baptismal Faith Reception into Communion of the Church of England A Corporate Service of Penitence The Reconciliation of a Penitent A Celebration of Wholeness and Healing
Author : Catholic Church. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Publisher : USCCB Publishing
Page : 668 pages
File Size : 30,42 MB
Release : 2006
Category : History
ISBN : 9781574554502
Includes bibliographical references (pages 540-542) and indexes.
Author : Scot McKnight
Publisher : Brazos Press
Page : 143 pages
File Size : 10,45 MB
Release : 2018-08-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1493414631
The issue of baptism has troubled Protestants for centuries. Should infants be baptized before their faith is conscious, or does God command the baptism of babies whose parents have been baptized? Popular New Testament scholar Scot McKnight makes a biblical case for infant baptism, exploring its history, meaning, and practice and showing that infant baptism is the most historic Christian way of forming children into the faith. He explains that the church's practice of infant baptism developed straight from the Bible and argues that it must begin with the family and then extend to the church. Baptism is not just an individual profession of faith: it takes a family and a church community to nurture a child into faith over time. McKnight explains infant baptism for readers coming from a tradition that baptizes adults only, and he counters criticisms that fail to consider the role of families in the formation of faith. The book includes a foreword by Todd Hunter and an afterword by Gerald McDermott.
Author : John S. Hammett
Publisher : Kregel Academic
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 14,52 MB
Release : 2019-02-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0825445116
An updated examination of ecclesiology from a Baptist perspective In this useful book, professor and former pastor John Hammett helps church leaders think through foundational questions about the nature of the church. Blending biblical teaching and practical ministry experience, Hammett presents a comprehensive ecclesiology from a historic Baptist perspective, examining crucial contemporary issues such as church discipline, the role of elders, and church ministry in a post-Christian culture. This second edition contains updates throughout, including: · Substantive changes to chapters on the nature of the church, Baptist church polity, and deacons · An expanded chapter on baptism and the Lord’s Supper · A thoroughly revised chapter on church models like multisite churches and missional churches · A brand-new chapter on meaningful church membership
Author : Marlon De La Torre
Publisher : TAN Books
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 48,48 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1618907905
Discover the power of the Catechism like never before with Screwtape! If you enjoyed C.S. Lewis Screwtape Letters, but need a guide book of defense strategies based in solid Church teaching, this is it! De La Torre breaks down Lewis' perennial classic chapter-by-chapter, identifying the devil's specific temptation in each. Then, he provides you with solid references and explanations from the Catechism of the Catholic Church which highlight the opposite virtue, truth or good. Despite his best (or worst!) intentions, the devil cannot help throwing into glorious relief all the beauty and richness of the Faith. His temptations are the shadows which highlight the Truth all the more. De La Torre gives you exactly the right Catechism teachings to use as effective weapons against Screwtape's whispered lies. Individuals, catechists, teachers and parents will delight in the clear presentation of truths which are sure to squash the temptation to do evil whenever and wherever found.
