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43 kirjaa tekijältä Christopher Ash
Why does a good God allow innocent suffering? Why does a just God act unfairly? Why does a sovereign God let disease and evil run rampant? These are not questions asked from the onlooker's armchair, nor from the academic's desk, but from the anguish of the sickbed and the frustration of the wheelchair. The problem of pain is considered with the heart as well as the head. Christopher Ash leads us through the biblical story of Job as we wrestle with these questions today. He honestly explores the lonely and cruel nature of suffering and whether God can be found in the midst of it. He exposes the shortcomings of Job's friends who deny the possibility of innocent suffering, and are unaware of the roles that Satan, the fall and the cross have to play. With compassion and clarity he takes the reader through Job's long debate with God - towards a humbling and hopeful resolution.
God invented marriage. So it seems rather obvious to look to our Maker for marriage instructions. Yet by nature we prefer to work it out for ourselves, starting with our own needs, hopes and desires. This book turns our thinking upside down. The author examines the Bible's teaching on marriage, while remaining firmly earthed in the twenty-first-century world where messing up, heartbreak, divorce and sexual chaos are distressingly common. Starting with God's grace applied to our pain and failure, the author centres on God's plan for sex and marriage, one of service. Whether you are an engaged couple preparing for marriage, or have been married for many years, this Biblical wisdom will help you grow your love and commitment both to one another and to God.
Conscience is the Cinderella of the contemporary world. We hardly speak or think about our conscience. She is left behind while we get on with the party of life, untroubled by any serious self-examination. And yet conscience is a God-given part of being human, with tremendous potential for good - if it is cleansed and kept clean - or for harm - if it becomes hardened or calloused. 'This book is about the joy of a clear conscience in every day of living and in the day of death,' enthuses Christopher Ash. 'With a clear conscience, we can enjoy not just the stuff we think of as 'spiritual', but all sorts of things like sleep, sport, friendship and holidays. With a good conscience none of these things ever leaves a sour taste in our mouths.' Christopher is eager to get all of us thinking about conscience again: 'I want you to take your conscience out of the cupboard, dust it down, bring it back into daily life and discover its power to do you good.'
There are commentaries and there are books on preaching – but very few books that combine elements of both to enable the preacher or Bible teacher to prepare a series on specific sections of Scripture. This series gives the Bible teacher suitable tools to understand the context of Biblical books; doctrinal themes; the methods of interpretation; the key interpretation points and how to communicate that message for the hearer.Whilst very useful for preachers, this book is also aimed at equipping small group study leaders, youth workers and other Bible teachers. The books are purposefully practical. Section One contains ‘navigation’ material to enable you to access the text of Romans. Section 2 works systematically through a suggested preaching or Bible study series. Preaching outlines and Bible study questions are included for each passage.
There are commentaries and there are books on preaching – but very few books that combine elements of both to enable the preacher or Bible teacher to prepare a series on specific sections of scripture.This series gives the Bible teacher suitable tools to understand the context of Biblical books; doctrinal themes; the methods of interpretation; the key interpretation points and how to communicate that message for the hearer.Whilst very useful for preachers, this book is also aimed at equipping small group study leaders, youth workers and other Bible teachers.
"This little book is written for ordinary ministers who preach regularly to ordinary people in ordinary places... Most of us preach in gatherings that are smaller than we would wish and tougher than we might have hoped when we entered pastoral ministry... There is a voice on our shoulders who whispers as we prepare, and then as we preach, 'Is it really worth it?" From The Introduction Christopher Ash tell us that it is worth it. More than that, he sets out a charter for preaching that draws from the very roots of the Old Testament - showing us that nothing in the world is more worthwhile - for preaching is God's strategy to rebuild a broken world.
How does the Spirit relate to the Bible? This book is for those who are ‘thirsty for a deeper experience of the Spirit of God’. This careful biblical argument, drawing mainly from John’s gospel, helps us to see the answers to the difficult questions in a firmly Trinitarian understanding. Hearing the Spirit is the way we know the father through the Spirit. By asking where the Bible fits in this process, this helps us listen more deeply to the words of God.
This is a warm, pastorally hearted guide to the Bible's teaching on God's sovereignty.When a disaster happens; when personal tragedy strikes; when we are perplexed by world events, Christians can begin to doubt that God is either truly good, or truly in control.Christopher Ash faces these questions head on, without flinching at any of the difficulties. First he looks at six different ways people have answered this question -- both as Christians and from other religions and none. He then reveals the Bible's answer: the revelation of God's character and purposes throughout history.
Denne lille boka handler om hvordan du kan ta godt vare på pastoren din. Hvorfor er det så viktig, da, skal ikke pastorer ta være på oss? tenker du kanskje. Men pastorer er også mennesker, og for å få en velfungerende menighet må vi ta godt vare på pastoren vår.
Journey Through JobWhy do bad things happen to good people? Why is there so much seemingly senseless suffering? Many of us are still asking these questions that plagued Job, a real believer who suffered great loss and experienced agony and abandonment, and who foreshadows Jesus Christ so deeply. Explore these difficult questions as you journey through Job and discover how you can renew your hope and trust in an all-powerful God who holds us in His loving care. The Journey Through series from Our Daily Bread Ministries provides assistance to those who desire to spend time with God in His Word, book by book. The daily insights will help Christians discover the precious, life-transforming wisdom of the Bible, inspiring them towards a closer walk with God.
How a Little-Known Prophet Shines Light on Christian Faithfulness in a Troubled World Discover the inspiring story of Micaiah, the little-known prophet whose brief appearance in the Old Testament offers a powerful model of unwavering faithfulness. In A Forgotten Prophet, readers are invited to journey through the dramatic events of 2 Chronicles 18 and 1 Kings 22, where Micaiah stands alone against kings, false prophets, and overwhelming opposition. His courage to speak God's truth--regardless of popularity, pressure, or personal cost--foreshadows the ultimate faithfulness of Jesus Christ and challenges today's believers, especially pastors, to remain steadfast in a culture that often values affirmation over truth. This book is a timely encouragement for anyone feeling discouraged or isolated in their Christian walk. Through vivid storytelling and deep biblical insight, A Forgotten Prophet reminds us that true success is not measured by acclaim or numbers, but by hearing, "Well done, good and faithful servant." Whether you are a church leader or a follower of Christ seeking hope in difficult times, Micaiah's story will inspire you to embrace your calling with courage, humility, and trust in God's sovereign purposes.
A Good Marriage Begins with God. It is our natural tendency to seek personal happiness and satisfaction in marriage. We often give our own needs, wants, and goals first priority. But what is God's design for our marriages? With clarity and conviction, Christopher Ash turns us away from marriage for ourselves and toward marriage in the service of God. With practical applications for everyday life, Ash shows us God's purposes and patterns for every part of the marriage relationship. By realigning our hopes, expectations, and goals for marriage according to the Bible, we will discover the deep joy and lasting fulfillment that comes from a God-centered marriage.
Det finns många böcker för predikanter om hur man predikar, men först nu en bok om hur församlingen lyssnar på predikningarna. I Hör upp! ger Christopher Ash en översikt över sju ingredienser i att lyssna väl. Boken kan också bli en hjälp för pastorer och präster att bli bättre förkunnare, eftersom den väcker idéer om hur församlingen kan hjälpa och uppmuntra sina ledare att hålla predikningar som hjälper åhörarna att växa som kristna. Frågor som besvaras är bland annat: Varifrån kommer en bibellärares auktoritet? Varför är det viktigt att lyssna på bibelundervisning i kyrkan? Hur lär vi oss att finna nöje i gudstjänstens undervisning? Boken är praktisk med fungerande förslag på hur man kan börja använda varje idé. Allt för att hjälpa oss att börja lyssna på rätt sätt, så att Gud genom Bibeln kan göra oss mer och mer lika Jesus. Christopher Ash är verksam vid Tyndale House och i predikantteamet i St. Andrews the Great i Cambridge, England. Han har tidigare varit föreståndare för Cornhill Training Course i London
How should Christians understand anger, evaluate it, and respond for good? We all struggle with anger at times: Our plans suddenly fall through, we lose a prized possession, or our reputation is called into question. More often than not, when anger knocks at the doors of our hearts we easily allow it to take over. But what if getting to the heart of our anger also reveals the way to transform it? Christopher Ash and Steve Midgley address this question by bringing to bear what the whole Bible has to say about sinful anger—revealing that anger is the sinful response when something we value more than God is taken away or threatened. They reflect on biblical portraits of human anger, God’s righteous anger, and how only the gospel of Jesus Christ brings true freedom—transforming a heart of anger into a heart filled with the love of God.