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How God Became King - 9d Kingdom, Cross and God part 2
How God Became King - 9d Kingdom, Cross and God part 2
by SPCK - N T Wright
Kingdom, Cross and God part 2 This is how it works. First, the vision. Daniel has a dream of four monsters trampling the earth in great wickedness and violence. Then a court scene develops in heaven: ‘Thrones were set in place, and an Ancient One took his throne’ (7.9)…
THE LATER NEW TESTAMENT WRITERS AND SCRIPTURE - 3 Jude, 2 Peter and James and Scripture
THE LATER NEW TESTAMENT WRITERS AND SCRIPTURE - 3 Jude, 2 Peter and James and Scripture
by SPCK-Steve Moyise
Jude, 2 Peter and James and Scripture As we saw in the last chapter, some scholars find it difficult to believe that a fisherman like Peter could have written the polished Greek of 1 Peter. However, the difficulties are nothing compared with identifying the author of 2 Peter… Tak…
The Womens' Bible Commentary - “Why Do You Look On the Treacherous?”
The Womens' Bible Commentary - “Why Do You Look On the Treacherous?”
by SPCK - Newsom, Ringe and Lapsley
“Why Do You Look On the Treacherous?” The prophet bemoans the failure of his expectations, namely, that the sins of the nation’s leaders would be met by appropriate judgment and that God would judge the iniquities of Judah’s enemies as well…
Parallel Lives of Jesus - 2d Shared Narrative Features
Parallel Lives of Jesus - 2d Shared Narrative Features
by SPCK - Edward Adams
Shared Narrative Features Using the categories of narrative analysis, we can see how the same story recounted in all four Gospels is developed and presented in different ways. In the next four chapters, we will look at the individual narrative renditions of the shared story. It i…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Mothering Sunday
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Mothering Sunday
by SPCK - Ian Black
Mothering Sunday – Years A, B and C Let your steadfast love be upon us, O Lord We will exult and rejoice in you. Eternal God, you are constant with your people. Like a mother you draw all your children to your heart . . . Taken from Intercessions for Years A, B and C by Ian Black
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions – Christmas 1 – Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions – Christmas 1 – Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions – Christmas 1 – Year C Glory to God in the highest And peace to his people on earth. God our Father, you hold us all our days and we grow in your love. Give grace to your Church to respond to all enquiries with charity and patience . . . May the word of Christ dwell…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Christmas – Set 3 (A, B & C)
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Christmas – Set 3 (A, B & C)
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions - Christmas – Set 3 (A, B & C) God of grace We behold your glory. Eternal God, your Word brings everything into being, and in your grace we are adopted as your children. Teach us to honour and respect the imprint of your essence in all people . . . Your light shines…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions – Christmas 2 – Years A, B & C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions – Christmas 2 – Years A, B & C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions – Christmas 2 – Years A, B & C Glory to God in the highest And peace to his people on earth. God of grace and truth, your eternal Word brought life to birth and brings us to new birth in Christ Jesus. Give strength and courage to your Church to testify to your savin…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Christmas – Set 1 (A, B & C)
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Christmas – Set 1 (A, B & C)
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions - Christmas – Set 1 (A, B & C) God of grace We behold your glory. Wonderful Counsellor, your glory burst through the heavens to amaze the shepherds with news of your birth. Bring us to kneel in adoration and worship . . . May your Church proclaim your salvation from…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Christmas – Set 2 (A, B & C)
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Christmas – Set 2 (A, B & C)
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions - Christmas – Set 2 (A, B & C) God of grace We behold your glory. God of glory, with the shepherds we kneel in adoration before the wonder of your saving love in Christ Jesus . . . May we too leave rejoicing at your amazing grace. With Joseph and Mary we journey to …
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 4 - Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 4 - Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions - Advent 4 - Year C God of mercy Holy is your name. Gracious God, our hearts leap for joy at your presence. Be with your Church as we prepare to celebrate again the festival of your birth . . . Increase our faith to trust in the fulfilment of your word. Gracious God…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 2 - Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 2 - Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions - Advent 2 - Year C Blessed be the Lord our God Who guides our feet into the way of peace. Saving God, you sent John to prepare the way for your Son. Give your Church grace to hear the cry in the spiritual wilderness . . . Transform our hearts to be open to your Spi…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 3 - Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 3 - Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions - Advent 3 - Year C Rejoice in the Lord always Sing aloud to God. Let us rejoice and give you thanks, O Lord, for you challenge and inspire your people. Make your Church expectant with your promise . . . As we rejoice in you, let your gentleness be known. Let us rej…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 1 - Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 1 - Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions - Advent 1 - Year C Remember us in your love, O Lord We put our trust in you. Lord Jesus Christ, we look for signs of your dawning Kingdom. Keep your Church expectant for the fulfilment of your promises . . . Keep us alert and focused on the hope of your coming. Lor…
Simply Good News - The Problem with Progress
Simply Good News - The Problem with Progress
by SPCK - N T Wright
The Problem with Progress Doctrine – isn’t that a strong, almost Christian word for a philosophical teaching? Yes, and that is exactly how progress is used. I spoke two chapters ago about the way the scientific discoveries and political innovations of the eighteenth century gave …
Simply Good News - Roman Good News
Simply Good News - Roman Good News
by SPCK - N T Wright
1, part c Roman Good News Let me turn now to another illustration. This one comes from the time and place where Jesus himself burst on the scene with his original good news, where Saint Paul went with the gospel: the world of the early Roman Empire. Come back with me to the first…
Arthur's Call - Arthur's life with us
Arthur's Call - Arthur's life with us
by SPCK - Frances Young
1 Arthur’s life with us It was in June 2012, when he’d just had his 45th birthday, that Arthur finally left home and we ceased to be his carers. This chapter tells the human story, not just articulating what it’s like to have a child born with severe disabilities, but also giving…
Enabling Church: inclusion of disabled people - How to get the best out of this resource