A Classification System for Church Libraries


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A Classification System for Church Libraries is made up of numbers of the Dewey Decimal Classification System which are most often used by a church media library. These numbers and their descriptions have been carefully selected to meet the needs of churches on a broad range of topics while supplying more specific numbers for religious topics. The Relative Index offers multiple entries for most numbers to make searching easier for the cataloger. This technical work is designed to be used for original cataloging or for verifying cataloging information from other sources. This abridged work will allow easier access to classification information for small and medium-sized libraries.




Evangelical Commentary on the Bible


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A contemporary, one-volume commentary includes comments, outlines, and introductions to every book of the Bible as well as extended discussios of key biblical doctrines.







Who Runs the Church?


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Churches have split and denominations have formed over the issue of church government. While many Christians can explain their church's form of rule or defend it because of its "tried and true" traditions, few people understand their church's administrative customs from a biblical perspective. Who Runs the Church? explores questions such as: What model for governing the church does the Bible provide, and is such a model given for practical or spiritual reasons? Is there room for different methods within Christianity? Or is there a right way of "doing church"? And, finally, how (and by whom) should the church be governed? Four predominant approaches to church government are presented by respected proponents: Episcopalianism - represented by Peter Toon Presbyterianism - represented by L. Roy Taylor Single-Elder Congregationalism - represented by Paige Patterson Plural-Elder Congregationalism - represented by Samuel E. Waldron As in other Counterpoints books, each view is followed by critiques from the other contributors, and its advocate then responds.




Expansive Classification


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Images of the Church in the New Testament


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First published in 1960, Paul Minear's classic work identifies and explicates ninety-six images for the church found in the New Testament. Comprehensive and accessibly written, it has been used in seminary classes for over thirty years. Its range of reach and incredibly rich discussions of the many images and metaphors make this book a splendid resource for students and pastors. The New Testament Library offers authoritative commentary on every book and major aspect of the New Testament, as well as classic volumes of scholarship. The commentaries in this series provide fresh translations based on the best available ancient manuscripts, offer critical portrayals of the historical world in which the books were created, pay careful attention to their literary design, and present a theologically perceptive exposition of the text.




Fire and Iron: Stories of Fidelity, Infidelity and Daring Commitment


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Inspirational stories of relationships suitable for a Christian book club. These short stories for adults has both stories for men and youth and short love stories that make you cry. Each story is followed by book club discussion questions to prompt reflection of the story and personal experiences. This short story collection is both suitable for the Christian book club and general adult book clubs. Excerpts from the stories: She attempted to grasp his hand, their fingers touched, but then his hand was gone. (Fire and Iron) Emma reached out to collect her books. She hesitated when she saw Keara crouching in front as if to help. To her dismay, Keara only whispered, "You know you're not my friend anymore." (The River) Rand Gavell's moral fiber is put to the test. His injured wife lies comatose in a care home while an attractive, single real-estate agent suggests an alternative lifestyle. (A Touch of Salt) Broken promises, ulterior motives, revenge and deceit; Ten stories detailing relationships some broken, and some redemptive, all recognizing human frailty.




Successful Church Libraries


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Sears List of Subject Headings


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Provides a list of subject headings for use in smaller libraries.




Preaching Essentials


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Some suggest that preaching is outdated in our image-saturated, Internet-savvy world. Yet God still speaks through preachers to transform lives. While the goal of the preacher is the same as it ever was, each new generation presents unique challenges and opportunities for those who deliver God's message. Preaching Essentials offers new and seasoned preachers a comprehensive, practical perspective on preaching to a new generation. Lenny Luchetti brings fresh insights--like how to use story, imagination, and mind-mapping--and suggests new habits that can reenergize preaching.