Explore the meaning of eternal life and eternal judgment as the Creed teaches. This edition presents a clear, paragraph‑by‑paragraph explanation of what Christians believe about life after death, the nature of heaven, and the reality of hell.
The text frames how these beliefs influence holy living, repentance, and the value placed on Christ’s redemptive work. It also shows how the promise of eternal reward and the warning of eternal punishment are presented as essential motives for faith and obedience.
Ideal for readers of Christian doctrine, historical theology, and anyone seeking a straightforward guide to the creedal statements about life, death, and what lies beyond.
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First published in 1859, as the second edition of an 1849 original, this book contains the text of Bishop John Pearson's 1669 meditation on the Apostles' Creed. Pearson takes the Creed article by article, examining the history and spiritual message of each tenet in depth with many scriptural and patristic references.
John Pearson is president of the management consulting company John Pearson Associates, Inc. With thirty years of CEO experience, he served twenty-five years leading three associations, including the Christian Management Association, Willow Creek Association, and Christian Camp and Conference Association. In addition to consulting with both nonprofit and for-profit clients, he conducts frequent training workshops on his Management Buckets program and on nonprofit board governance. He is the coauthor of "Marketing Your Ministry" and publishes a weekly eNewsletter, "Your Weekly Staff Meeting".
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, written by a notable author, explores the nature of Christian faith. The author argues that faith is not merely an intellectual assent to certain propositions, but also an active engagement with the truths of Christianity. The author draws on a variety of sources, including scripture, church history, and philosophy, to develop a rich and nuanced understanding of faith. The author begins by exploring the different ways in which faith can be understood. He argues that faith is not simply a matter of believing certain propositions, but also a matter of trust and obedience. He also discusses the importance of doubt in the life of faith, arguing that doubt can be a catalyst for deeper understanding. Through its historical lens, this book helps the reader understand the evolution of Christian faith, considering the role it has played in shaping Western thought and society. It examines the ways in which faith has been expressed and debated throughout history, highlighting key thinkers and their contributions to Christian thought. Ultimately, the author concludes that faith, as an active engagement with the truths of Christianity, is essential for Christian living. He argues that faith is not a static state, but a dynamic process that grows and changes over time. Only through such a faith can we fully experience the transformative power of the gospel. The book provides a deep examination of the nature of faith and offers a compelling argument for its importance in Christian life. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333104634_0
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