God's Library


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Finally, a fresh and unique approach to reading the Bible for the millions of Catholics who don't know where to begin . . . Joe Paprocki, a veteran catechist and Bible authority, guides readers into a basic understanding of "God's Library"-the collection of seventy-three books that Catholics regard as the definitive written revelation of God. In easy-to-understand language, he explains the organization of the Bible, the different genres of biblical writing, key figures in biblical history, and the methods Catholics have developed to interpret the Bible properly. He shows beginners how to use commentaries, concordances, footnotes and cross-references, and other valuable tools of Bible study. Eight bookmarks are included to help readers locate the primary sections of the Bible. " [A] fine, accessible, and useful first introduction into Holy Scripture." - Walter Brueggemann, emeritus professor of Old Testament, Columbia Theological Seminary " Paprocki has contributed a valuable and welcome addition to the repertoire of materials available to the lay reader who is just beginning to explore the Bible. God's Library is a sure and trustworthy guide." -Rev. Donald Senior, CP President, Catholic Theological Union




God's Library


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A provocative book from a highly original scholar, challenging much of what we know about early Christian manuscripts In this bold and groundbreaking book, Brent Nongbri provides an up-to-date introduction to the major collections of early Christian manuscripts and demonstrates that much of what we thought we knew about these books and fragments is mistaken. While biblical scholars have expended much effort in their study of the texts contained within our earliest Christian manuscripts, there has been a surprising lack of interest in thinking about these books as material objects with individual, unique histories. We have too often ignored the ways that the antiquities market obscures our knowledge of the origins of these manuscripts. Through painstaking archival research and detailed studies of our most important collections of early Christian manuscripts, Nongbri vividly shows how the earliest Christian books are more than just carriers of texts or samples of handwriting. They are three-dimensional archaeological artifacts with fascinating stories to tell, if we’re willing to listen.







The Cambridge History of Ancient Christianity


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The first three hundred years of the common era witnessed critical developments that would become foundational for Christianity itself, as well as for the societies and later history that emerged thereafter. The concept of 'ancient Christianity,' however, along with the content that the category represents, has raised much debate. This is, in part, because within this category lie multiple forms of devotion to Jesus Christ, multiple phenomena, and multiple permutations in the formative period of Christian history. Within those multiples lie numerous contests, as varieties of Christian identity laid claim to authority and authenticity in different ways. The Cambridge History of Ancient Christianity addresses these contested areas with both nuance and clarity by reviewing, synthesizing, and critically engaging recent scholarly developments. The 27 thematic chapters, specially commissioned for this volume from an international team of scholars, also offer constructive ways forward for future research.




A Well-Built Faith


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Nail down the facts, tear down the barriers! The Catechism of the Catholic Church is over nine hundred pages long, so it comes as no surprise that many Catholics think of their faith as complex—and certainly too complex to share with others! A Well-Built Faith—cleverly developed around a construction theme—makes it easy and flat-out fun for any Catholic to know what they believe and to feel confident in sharing those beliefs with others. The eighteen-chapter book—at times profound, at times humorous, always practical—follows the structure of the four pillars of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (Creed, Sacraments, Morality, and Prayer). Taking otherwise difficult topics about the Catholic faith and making them accessible and relevant to the lives of average Catholics, acclaimed author and teacher Joe Paprocki does so in a way that never compromises the rich depth of Catholic teaching and tradition. From the Trinity to the seven sacraments, from the Ten Commandments to the Lord's Prayer, A Well-Built Faith will help Catholics nail down the facts of the faith and tear down the barriers keeping them from sharing their beliefs with others.




For Time and Forever


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In For Time and Forever, Dr. Henry Morris inspires Christians to find and fulfill their purpose in "Redeeming the time because the days are evil." (Ephesians 5:16)Your vital role in God's wonderful plan for the earth is clearly presented in the Bible's Dominion Mandate found in Genesis 1:26-28 and the Great Commission. Bible scholar and creation research scientist, Dr. Morris invites you to see your life calling in the care of God's creation - the earth and its people. Discover how careful stewardship of your talents and opportunities has personal, national and perhaps even global impact.Why do so many people struggle to know their God-given purpose? Dr. Morris reveals how the religion of evolution and its attack on the authority of the Bible impacts our purpose and passion.




In God's Love


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In Gods Love contains all 532 passages that were revealed to me. The passages of In Gods Love contain wisdom, truth, knowledge, challenges and, most importantly, love. Some of the themes of In Gods Love are God, the universe, creation, freewill, suffering, Satan, morality, Jesus, prayer, wealth, sexuality, death, hell, heaven, the messengers and their mission. This is just a little taste of what In Gods Love says about these topics. What does In Gods Love say about God? His nature is kind and gentle. Look at a flower. Turn it in your hand. How does it feel? Is it soft, velvety and rich in color? How does that fragile petal make you feel? Gods nature is like that. He is as gentle as the soft petal from the flower you are holding in your hand. He is such a delight and so much more. Your God is an awesome Being. His merriment is beyond what any creation has ever known. God shall nourish the spirit and satisfy the thirst of the soul. All else is in vain. His beauty is all beauty. His love is all love. His life is all life. Have you heard the most wonderful music on Earth? Mmm. Hold your baby with love and tenderness. Gods love is like this, only a zillion of times more intensified. This is what its all about. God loves you all. In His creation is the most wicked sinner, whom no man, in his pain, could forgive. This sinner cried out to God with a contrite and loving heart. In this cry, compassion and mercy bore his spirit up to God forever. What does In Gods Love say about the universe? Signs of life are in the Heavens beyond your sun and there is a Creator who is your God. Can these little ones God has made be all? Look at the heavens at night. Has God made all this for no reason? A God who has a reason for everything? Such wonders are very real . . . Right and strong are many worlds and many people. What does In Gods Love say about Creation? Without God, creation would not exist . . . This is the Spirit of all life. He is why things are. He chose you to be His adopted child. What a marvelous gift. Blessings of life are sent to you from God . . . He chose you because He wanted you. He wanted you to live forever and share in His gifts and mysteries of eternal life. Earth people could have roamed the Earth as senseless as the wild boar. On Earth, animals are made for mankind. This is a God who honored you and made you human instead of a wild dog that roams the forest in search of prey. What a gift. He made you human. He chose you to share in His delights forever. God made mankind and gave him/her a mind, a consciousness, a reality. God made mankind and woke His creation up. What does In Gods Love say about our freewill? Make your choice. Will you choose an eternity of happiness, or will you choose an eternity of pain? Select. Make your decision. Spirit of truth and love or spirit of deception and hate. Bitter is the cup set before the wicked. Would you drink from such a bitter chalice when the sweet wine is passed? Would you choose the bitter? This is foolish. Such is the wickedness of man. The wise choose the sweet wine which is the chalice of God and the saints. Such a blessed cup. Wise are all who drink from the chalice of the Lamb and do not pass it up. In this is wisdom. What does In Gods Love say about suffering? While you wait, much suffering is relieved by your words to God. Wisdom is sent to small ones who suffer in Earths toil. Suffering is soon gone, and then you see that sorrow is virtues child perfecting the souls of man. Is sorrow a saint in Gods Spirit? Why is she working in Gods Spirit? God doesnt want beings to suffer. Then why is this spirit in Gods plans? Suffering is not virtues reason. Virtue is inscribed in the beginning. Sorrow is not inscribed in the beginning. Sorrow wages war against mankind. In this, is it understood. She chastises while men journey on Earth. Such sorrow cleanses saints of Earth. Sorrow detests that her spirit is used in Gods plans. In spi




Friends With God Discover How To Read the Bible


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Let’s Explore the Bible! "If you search for God with all your heart and soul, you will find him.” (Deuteronomy 4:29) God loves you! And God wants you to discover who he is in every part of your life. The best place to start is in the Bible—God’s Word. This brilliant little book shows you how to make the Bible a fun part of your life every day. Inside, friends of God tell you their stories and why the Bible matters so much. With tons of whos, whys, how-tos, and to-dos, you’ll dig into the Bible...and grow closer to God every step of the way. When you read, you’re ready! So jump in for a journey through the greatest story ever told.




Perspectives on Psychologism


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ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF HELL II


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Evil Readers, as ye partake of Encyclopaedia of Hell, rejoice! The hateful sequel written by Satan has arrived! After Hell’s army conquers Insignificant Earth and devours the human race in a celebratory feast, Lord Satan reveals that he will now journey deep into the universe to find the throne of the despised Creator. There Satan will depose God and take his rightful place as Emperor of Existence. However, hellish complications quickly arise: exposed to the rays of the Celestial Sun, Satan’s horns and claws become brittle and his undercarriage breaks out in a rash. And a hypnotic, ghostly nun named Debbie seduces the naïve King of Hate into taking a wrong turn. Now Lord Satan must face Oblivion when he enters Heaven’s labyrinthine Library, from which there is no escape. But when the Armies of Hell arrive to find Lord Satan and conquer Heaven, instead they find a disturbing secret at the core of Creation too shocking for even a demon to stomach. Martin Olson’s savage wit provides the firepower for a preposterous literary feat unaccomplished since Mark Twain and Ambrose Bierce passed—channeling the real voice of Satan. As a satirist, Olson has inflicted numerous comedy series on the populace via HBO, CBS, Showtime, Comedy Central, Disney, and FX.