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By viewing Jesus as temple, we gain an enriched understanding of his ministry, teachings, death and resurrection. Whereas modern history of Jesus research has tended to separate the historical Jesus from the proclamation of the early church, Perrin's account effectively closes the historical gap between founder and movement.

A comprehensive guide to symbols used in Christian liturgical art, architecture, manuscripts, stained glass, etc. The book includes over 500 new illustrations. First published in 1964, now completely updated.

Drawing on encounters between Jesus and women in the gospels, this book explores the spirituality of women, especially 'Jesus spirituality'.

Tells the fascinating, violent story of the Church's fifth century battles over 'right belief' that had a far greater impact on the future of Christianity and the world than the much-touted Council of Nicea convened by Constantine a century before.

In Tides and Seasons, David Adam draws from the rich store of Celtic Spirituality insights which speak to our own world today. The prayers he has written for this book echo the rhythms of creation which find their parallels in our spiritual lives.

New Challenges for Christians offers an overview of some of the most pressing issues being debated around modern scientific developments from an ethical point of view.

Explores how the life, teaching, death and resurrection of the greatest figure in human history have affected the world, the Church, culture, and above all human lives.

The book's purpose is to introduce the reader to questions in Christian ethics through a careful examination of the fundamental meta-ethical questions posed by the 'state we're in', whether understood as a new phase of modernity or as postmodernity.

A fascinating exploration of the world - the education, housing, cultural assumptions - that Jesus took as his reference point

Accompanies 10 week course in which TOM WRIGHT explains the basics of Christianity Living Faith: Exploring the Essentials of Christianity: Study Guide (64 pages) Designed to accompany Tom Wright's 10-session DVD based Living Faith course (although it may be enjoyed as a book itself), this highly readable study guide by John Schwarz is an abridged version of his 320 page volume A Handbook of the Christian Faith. The 10 chapters of this guide correspond with the course's 10 DVD sessions. To gain the most from the series, participants should read the relevant chapter before viewing the DVD.

Godzone is a book of mystery and illumination, a guide-book to the travels of the heart. With humour, story-telling and captivating originality, it entices the reader to join its hitchhiking author on the most important journey of all.

Trystan Owain Hughes suggests that learning how to suffer and how to wait patiently may be the secret of finding joy in our lives. Diagnosed with a degenerative spinal condition, he was surprised to discover that, instead of increasing his unhappiness, it spurred him on to seek out sources of hope and meaning.

A new title in the ISG series to help Christians and churches around the world meet the enormous challenges that HIV/AIDS presents, particularly in African countries.

What are clergy for? In this lively and provocative book, Alan Billings argues that they serve the mission and ministry of the Church, which is to make God possible (or findable).

The first in a major new series of guides to the books of the Old Testament written in an accessible and anecdotal style. The series is suitable for personal or group use and the format is also appropriate for daily study.

The first in a major new series of guides to the books of the Old Testament written in an accessible and anecdotal style. The series is suitable for personal or group use and the format is also appropriate for daily study.

Densil Morgan makes Barth's often complex, rich and provocative thinking accessible to a wide audience. He provides an introduction to the daunting, multi volume The Church Dogmatics, sketches the central themes of Barth's work and familiarizes the reader with the way Barth approached theological issues.

Most books on Genesis focus on the scientific debate. Genesis is actually a counterblast against surrounding paganism and a celebration of the one true God.

In POW camp the dying Olympic runner, Eric Liddell, gave Steve his running shoes and challenged him to pray for the Japanese. But how could he?

Over 50 authentic stories about young people today, their fears, hopes, ambitions, habits and choices.

This Lent book offers imaginative reflections on Christ's crucifixion. Each of the seven chapters is focused on a different key character, who describes his or her experience of the Passion. The nails used to crucify Christ are used as a jumping off point for their reflections.

Holy Land? will benefit those preparing to undertake a physical pilgrimage to the Holy Land, and those seeking a spiritual resource to deepen the life of faith and discipleship.

This is an introductory guide to the four New Testament Gospels as overlapping accounts of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus, each with their own distinctive emphases and concerns.

A beautifully illustrated story about elderly cats, young cats, and helping children overcome the death of a pet

Gavin's own rebellious past gives him keen insight into why youngsters today turn aside from the faith.

A well-informed presentation of the case against assisted suicide, with reference to politics, society and medicine.

Little books of guidance let you grasp the essentials in less than an hour!

This inspiring and challenging book is for anyone who has ever asked, 'What now?' or 'What will be left of my life when I'm gone?' Storyteller and writer Mike Riddell brilliantly identifies the malaise that is particularly common in midlife and shows us how to make it a time for refocusing on what really matters.

Richard Harries has been at the heart of thinking about issues include cloning, human-animal hybrids and pre-implantation genetic diagnosis. He shows that the Western Christian tradition is compatible with work in this area.

Michael Perham, Bishop of Gloucester, explores key Christian beliefs. His approach is readable and accessible yet with the depth of his pastoral experience and theological insight.