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Despite being recognized as the most 'Jewish Gospel, many argue that Matthew was penned by someone who sought to distance himself from Judaism. Scholars have used diverse approaches for determining the relationship between Matthew and the variegated Judaism of the first century, but few recognize the important piece that the Evangelists Christology - in particular the shepherd motif - brings to the puzzle of his socio-religious orientation. Wayne Baxter contends that there are distinctive tendencies in the shepherd metaphors appropriation by non-Christ-believing Jewish and Graeco-Roman authors as well as Christ-believing authors approximately contemporary with Matthew, which reflect distinct patterns of thought. By comparing these uses of the shepherd metaphor Baxter unearths clues about the Evangelists socio-religious orientation. Baxter is able to use this to determines the metaphors contribution to the overall theological framework of the Gospel, specifically, its Christology, soteriology, and the Evangelists view of mission. Moreover, he is able to ascertain Matthews socio-religious orientation, and thus, and its implications for the debate surrounding the 'parting of the ways between Judaism and Christianity.

Despite being recognized as the most ‘Jewish' Gospel, many argue that Matthew was penned by someone who sought to distance himself from Judaism. Scholars have used diverse approaches for determining the relationship between Matthew and the variegated Judaism of the first century, but few recognize the important piece that the Evangelist's Christology - in particular the shepherd motif - brings to the puzzle of his socio-religious orientation. Wayne Baxter contends that there are distinctive tendencies in the shepherd metaphor's appropriation by non-Christ-believing Jewish and Graeco-Roman authors as well as Christ-believing authors approximately contemporary with Matthew, which reflect distinct patterns of thought. By comparing these uses of the shepherd metaphor Baxter unearths clues about the Evangelist's socio-religious orientation. Baxter is able to use this to determines the metaphor's contribution to the overall theological framework of the Gospel, specifically, its Christology, soteriology, and the Evangelist's view of mission. Moreover, he is able to ascertain Matthew's socio-religious orientation, and thus, and its implications for the debate surrounding the ‘parting of the ways' between Judaism and Christianity.

Are you floundering in your walk with God? Does it feel like your prayers never accomplish anything? Are you struggling to make an impact in the lives of those around you? Are you desperate for spiritual renewal? One of the reasons many believers struggle in their Christian walk is because they don't know how to pray biblically. Through a clear, insightful, and practical exposition of Scripture, Road to Renewal takes the reader though seven prayers in the Bible that, when rightly understood and properly prayed, can help bring about spiritual renewal. ""Prayer is about far more than making requests or checking in with God. It is about spending time with the Father and when combined with reflection on scripture, getting a good look in a mirror. Road to Renewal gets one started on deepening what prayer can and should be. It truly gives one an opportunity to be renewed."" --Darrell Bock, Dallas Theological Seminary ""Most of us need help now and then with our prayer lives. . . . One of the ways to teach prayer is to work through some of the prayers in scripture, understanding what the prayers mean, and in effect teaching us to pray similarly. This is what Wayne Baxter has done in this book: he has expounded a number of intercessory prayers, taking up the mantle of teaching others to pray."" --D. A. Carson, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School ""Road to Renewal has captured in seven well-written chapters a lively, biblical exposition for a revitalized view and practice of prayer in the life of the believing community. But it also is just as powerful a call for revival and renewal in Christ's church. I wholeheartedly recommend it to those who ask what can be done in times like the ones we are now living in "" --Walter C. Kaiser, President Emeritus, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary ""Prayer is tough but simple, accessible yet often hidden in the weeds of our own insecurity, busyness, or lack of discipline. Wayne Baxter in Road to Renewal lifts the shadows of complexity, taking us into the sanctum made available by the one who envelops our lives. This is a book for learners and ancients, for personal and group study, and for those teaching others the rhythms and patterns of praying."" --Brian C. Stiller, Global Ambassador, World Evangelical Alliance ""Wayne Baxter has a gift for careful exposition of the biblical text mixed with a sincere passion for the church and Christian discipleship. This book beautifully brings these things together. It offers the reader an engaging combination of education and inspiration that will ultimately deepen your desire to draw near to God."" --Lee Beach, McMaster Divinity College ""Through in-depth biblical examples, Road to Renewal is a much-needed resource that demonstrates how praying God's Word can enrich and transform your prayer life, and move you to a place of continual growth and humble dependence in prayer. Baxter clearly establishes that scripture is relevant and necessary for life-changing prayer. You won't pray the same again "" --Jenn Martin, Women's Ministry Director, the Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches in Canada ""Combining the insights of a trained theologian and the shepherding heart of a pastor, Baxter invites you to consider the real meaning, relevant messages, and real difference that seven biblical prayers can make in your life."" --Aaron Rock, Lead Pastor, Harvest Bible Chapel Windsor ""Road to Renewal articulates a path to biblical maturity, guided by prayer, with a clarity and precision that encourages the heart and instructs the mind. I highly recommend this biblical exposition of key portions of God's Holy Word, as it will draw you closer to Christ, fan the flames of your heart's passion for him, and cultivate your desire to commune with him in prayer."" --Norm Millar, Senior Pastor, Harvest Bible Chapel ""Wayne Baxter has done it again with exegetical acumen and theological precision all combined with practical application. As the seven prayers are con

A step-by-step guide to preparing effective expository sermons Preparing Sermons from the Page to the Pulpit helps pastors move from study to sermon in seven clear steps. Pastors love studying God's word. But it can be difficult to take the things they've learned from exegesis and apply them to the soul of a congregation. Veteran pastor and seminary professor Wayne Baxter helps pastors move from study to sermon. He guides preachers on how to take their exegetical analysis of a Scripture passage and turn it into an effective expository sermon. Preachers and seminarians will be helped by Baxter's expertise as they grow in crafting compelling sermons.

In this book, Wayne Baxter explores and unpacks the Shepherd Christology in the Gospel of Matthew. By examining Matthew's shepherd motif against the backdrop of the metaphor's appropriation in the biblical tradition, in the writings of Second Temple Judaism, and in the New Testament, Baxter's analysis reveals important convergences and divergences between Matthew and these three groups of authors. One the one hand, the Evangelist's shepherd motif closely echoes that of the Jewish Scriptures; on the other hand, at points Matthew's motif aligns with the trope's usage by Christ-believers over and against its deployment by Second Temple Jewish authors. Sometimes he agrees with the Second Temple writers over and against Christ-believers, and at other times he stands alone, deviating from both Second Temple Jews and Christ-believers. Baxter argues that the reason for these convergences and divergences is Matthew's high Shepherd Christology: In Jesus the messianic Shepherd, YHWH has personally returned in a dramatic way to shepherd his people, Israel.

This book is for people and their families trapped in an obsessive-compulsive spiral. The critical argument i will share is how to be all in when living with uncertainty. The book's promise for reading it is to know how to do exposure-response prevention (erp) by making one crucial shift. Are you willing to engage with the critical argument? The promise will be met through a structure of reading, involvement and mindset that will give you a new perspective on erp through understanding what uncertainty is all about. Here is a preview of what you'll learn...Defining obsessive compulsive personality disorderThe causes and symptoms of ocdHow ocd is diagnosed and confirmedMedical treatment optionsHome treatment optionsAdditional strategies for management and treatmentMuch, much more This book will help you better understand ocd, and see how you can deal with it. It has been written as a general overview outlining the main things you need to know about this subject. It's a short read and a great start for people who know little about the subject. Obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd) is the name given to a condition in which people experience repetitive and upsetting thoughts and/or behaviours. Ocd has two main features: obsessions and compulsions.

Growing Up to Get Along explores the intersection of the themes of conflict, unity, and spiritual maturity in Paul's letter to the Philippians in order to empower Christians to deal with their conflicts in a redemptive and more effective manner.