Book Description
A Presbyterian minister defends the Harry Potter series from conservatives who denounce the books as paganism, demonstrating how they promote the values of faith and morality, and profiling the main character as a Christ figure.
Author : John Killinger
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 13,83 MB
Release : 2004-04-05
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780312308711
A Presbyterian minister defends the Harry Potter series from conservatives who denounce the books as paganism, demonstrating how they promote the values of faith and morality, and profiling the main character as a Christ figure.
Author : John Granger
Publisher : SaltRiver
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 11,76 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 1414306342
Provides a Christian interpretation of the first six books, arguing that the series supports biblical teaching as opposed to the practice of the occult, and offers insights into character names, imagery, and themes.
Author : Phil Arms
Publisher : Hearthstone Publishing
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 26,32 MB
Release : 2000-08
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781575580678
Backed by the authority of the Word of God and his nearly three decades in the ministry, Phil Arms provides an electrifying analysis of the most commercially successful children's entertainment of the last century. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
Author : Michael D. O'Brien
Publisher : Ignatius Press
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 42,74 MB
Release : 2011-05-24
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 1681490129
The Harry Potter series of books and movies are wildly popular. Many Christians see the books as largely if not entirely harmless. Others regard them as dangerous and misleading. In his book A Landscape with Dragons, Harry Potter critic Michael O'Brien examines contemporary children's literature and finds it spiritually and morally wanting. His analysis, written before the rise of the popular Potter books and films, anticipates many of the problems Harry Potter critics point to. A Landscape with Dragons is a controversial, yet thoughtful study of what millions of young people are reading and the possible impact such reading may have on them. In this study of the pagan invasion of children's culture, O'Brien, the father of six, describes his own coming to terms with the effect it has had on his family and on most families in Western society. His analysis of the degeneration of books, films, and videos for the young is incisive and detailed. Yet his approach is not simply critical, for he suggests a number of remedies, including several tools of discernment for parents and teachers in assessing the moral content and spiritual impact of this insidious revolution. In doing so, he points the way to rediscovery of time-tested sources, and to new developments in Christian culture. If you have ever wondered why a certain children's book or film made you feel uneasy, but you couldn't figure out why, this book is just what you need. This completely revised, much expanded second edition also includes a very substantial recommended reading list of over 1,000 books for kindergarten through highschool.
Author : James Wyckoff
Publisher :
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 39,69 MB
Release : 1975
Category : Hypnotism
ISBN :
Author : Denny Burk
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 45,12 MB
Release : 2013-10-31
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1433536129
Sex is a big deal. And as the spirit of the age moves rapidly away from traditional sexual norms, Christians are feeling the pressure to abandon their ancient beliefs to conform to society's evolving views on sexuality and gender. Responding to the pressure with conviction and clarity, this book spells out the Bible's teaching on sex, arguing that the ultimate goal of all human sexuality is the glory of God. After outlining key biblical standards and explaining the true purposes for sex (procreation, pleasure, love, etc.), the latter portion of the book explores controversial issues such as homosexuality, queer theory, and polygamy. Firmly rooted in the pages of Scripture, this book sets forth a compelling vision of human sexuality that is both soul-satisfying and God-glorifying.
Author : John Killinger
Publisher :
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 44,34 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN :
Examining all of the Harry Potter novels, John Killinger points out the consistent way in which author J. K. Rowling follows the story of Christ in the Gospels with Harry as a Christ-figure.
Author : Wayne Barlowe
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 46,52 MB
Release : 2007-10-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780765309853
A stirring novel of hope and redemption
Author : Steve Wohlberg
Publisher : Destiny Image Publishers
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 12,60 MB
Release : 2005-04-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 076846143X
"Steve Wohlberg has glimpsed the horizon and issued an urgent warning." — Tal Brooke, President of Spiritual Counterfeits Project, Author of One World and Avatar of Night Hour of the Witch Gazing down to Earth's last days with heavenly vision, the Bible's last book predicts, "Through sorcery all nations were deceived" (Revelation 18:23). This is no fictitious pronouncement, but the ominous truth about the end-times. Kids, teenagers, and adults around the world have become fascinated with mysterious energies flowing through witches. In rapidly increasing numbers, young and old are visiting popular witchcraft web sites, buying spell books, joining covens, mixing potions, and practicing magic. The best selling series of children's books ever written is Harry Potter, a tale about a young sorcerer. Most parents view Harry Potter as harmless entertainment, yet others are certain dark spiritual forces lurk beneath those magic-made-fun pages. Hour of the Witch offers penetrating insights into this apocalyptic phenomenon as it explores the controversial worlds of Wicca Witchcraft, Harry Potter, and the Bible.
Author : Connie Neal
Publisher : WaterBrook
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 46,71 MB
Release : 2012-01-11
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0307813568
Answers to the Burning Questions Christian Parents, Educators, and Others Are Asking about Harry Potter. In the world of publishing, few successes have equaled that of J. K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series—magical stories centered on one boy’s adventures at Hogwarts, a school for witchcraft and wizardry. Yet this popular series presents a perplexing—even divisive—challenge to the Christian community. Although the books present a clear picture of the epic battle between good and evil, they appear to support the use of magic and have had a controversial impact on our culture. As a result, many of us are wondering, “How should I respond to this Harry Potter thing?” Find out what the Harry Potter books really say about witchcraft and wizardry. Hear what Christians on both sides of the debate are saying about Harry Potter—and decide what you believe. Learn how you can use the series to protect your child from real occult influences. In What’s a Christian to Do with Harry Potter?, you’ ll explore the valid concerns some Christians have about the series, sort out the fact and fiction at the center of the debate, discover biblical answers that may surprise you, and learn how you can tap into this powerful cultural phenomenon to help advance the kingdom of God. This book has not been prepared, approved, or licensed by any person or entity that created, published, or produced the Harry Potter books or related properties.