Bøker av Al Truesdale

Unexpected, unfathomable suffering can strike anyone, anytime, anywhere. In the wake of a horrific accident or an act of violence or in the throes of a natural disaster or a life-threatening illness, amid tears and crushing heartache, well-meaning words can fall short and God can seem far away. Lord of the Tragic offers a candid Christian look at tragedy that not only squarely faces it but also explores the hope, love, and strength of the incarnate God who suffers with us. Biblically sound, with real-life illustrations and thoughtful questions for reflection following each chapter, this book is for those who suffer, their comforters, and all who behold the horrible specter of tragedy and ask why.

Throughout its history, the church has richly benefited from gifted persons with the ability to clearly communicate the Christian faith. Their writings, although suitable for reading and meditation any time of the church year, are often especially fitting during the season of Lent. Drawing on the timeless words of these Christ followers, who through the centuries have inspired the community of faith, the readings in Abide with Us guide Christians from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday and conclude with the celebration of Christ's resurrection on Easter. Accompanied by prayers, Scripture references, and questions for reflection, these selections by saintly mentors are thoughtful signposts on the Lenten journey.

For Christians today, discussing the doctrine of sin is a task fraught with pitfalls and challenges. Maintaining a balance between God's love and holiness is only part of the job. Christians must also grapple with a postmodern relativism that often transforms sin into merely an illness or a mistake.Al Truesdale masterfully undergirds the discussion of sin with the assurance of God's self-giving love in Christ. At a time when God has been jettisoned from the consciousness of many, Truesdale asserts that sin must be discussed with reference to God. Not only is sin an offense against God and neighbor, but it is also overcome only by God's redemptive grace working through forgiveness and reconciliation. After articulating the nature of sin, Truesdale guides the reader to an understanding of Christ's victory and the life of holiness.The Wesleyan Theology Series aims to discuss Christian doctrines in easy to understand language that states clearly what Christians believe and why. Each volume is written by an author with a particular expertise who also has the ability to simplify and clarify complex issues. This 12-book series is written specifically for the theologically curious layperson, student, or pastor.

Designed for clergy, laypersons, university students, and church teachers, this work is arranged for ease in cross-referencing and to assist in further study.

Is Christianity outdated? Has it become just like other world religions?Can Christians still confess that Jesus is Lord of all?Drawing on the work of biblical scholars, Confessing Christ as Lord of All in a Pluralistic World offers sound reasons for affirming Christ's universal lordship and the Christian mission. Divided into two parts, this book first surveys several world religions and strives to represent each faith and then delves deeply into the life of Christ. Through thoughtful analysis, explore the historical and biblical witness to Jesus, the resurrection, and the mission of God.

Compromised worship has serious roots-and serious consequences. The Israelites can vouch for that. Through an effort to have the best of both worlds, they spent centuries attempting to worship both Yahweh and the fertility god, Baal. With this misguided concept of the true God and true worship, the Israelites'' lives became immersed in a conspiracy to maintain a love of God and a love of everyday gods.In The Baal Conspiracy, author Al Truesdale exposes the truth behind what this Baal conspiracy meant for the Israelites: that God, in fact, cannot be denied or shared in any form of worship. With solid biblical scholarship, Truesdale employs historical fiction to explain and explore how Christians can confront and defeat the Baal conspiracy in the Church and in daily living.