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Participating in the Body of Christ

LaHurd reflects on the implications of Paul’s sacramental theology in 1 Corinthians 11 for current day ecumenical relations and for joint mission as the spiritual body of Christ.

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Patterns and Problems in Psalm 132

Argues for limited usefulness of Psalm 132 in theological reconstructions of ancient Israel.

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Song of Songs

Commentary on New International Version. Includes extensive introductory material, including theological relevance.

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A Beginner’s Guide to the Books of the Bible

Provides accurate, concise, and easy-to-understand introductions to each of the 39 books of the Old Testament and 27 books of the New Testament. Each description discusses the book’s purpose, approximate date of composition, authorship, contents, and distinctive features. Also included are introductions to larger sections of the Bible, such as the major and minor prophets.

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Philippians Learner Guide, Philippians Leader Guide: Books of Faith Bible Study Series

This 4-session Bible study uses four paradoxes as lenses to look at Paul’s letter.

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Philippians

This is an adult, devotional study on Paul‘s Letter to the Philippians that reflects on four paradoxes that reside within the text (Joyful Sorrow, Individual Community, Masterful Slave, Downward Ascent). Each chapter opens with a contemporary story that connects the reader with the theme of the chapter, and each chapter connects with the one it […]

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Biblical Women: Mirrors, Models, and Metaphors

Introduction both to ways women are presented in biblical texts and to methods for interpreting biblical texts. Appropriate for congregational groups or as supplementary reading in college settings.

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