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Author: Wayne W. Mahan Publisher: University Press of America ISBN: 9780761820994 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 108
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In The Taming of Jesus by Christianity, Wayne Mahan peels back the layers of Christianity to provide his readers with a dramatic account of how the original radical teachings of Jesus were domesticated and transformed into a world-changing religion. Mahan's book is written for a modern public that has become increasingly uncomfortable with the idea of formal, institutionalized religion. He demonstrates that Christianity has at its core Jesus' demand of love, embodied in the Sermon on the Mount, and that this demand was simply too radical to form a viable religion. Mahan walks the reader through the New Testament, showing how this radical demand of love stands at the center of the synoptic gospels, and how it is systematically transformed by Paul and the Gospel of John into a faith in Jesus as atoning sacrifice and God-Man that is formalized and institutionalized by the Council of Nicaea. In a surprising and compelling presentation, Mahan argues that this transformation of the Christian message was a necessary betrayal that allowed the original radical message of Jesus to be carried within a palatable host religion, rather than be rejected and abandoned two millennia ago. The Taming of Jesus combines a succinct survey of the New Testament with a pointed examination of the central ideas of the Christian faith
Author: Wayne W. Mahan Publisher: University Press of America ISBN: 9780761820994 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 108
Book Description
In The Taming of Jesus by Christianity, Wayne Mahan peels back the layers of Christianity to provide his readers with a dramatic account of how the original radical teachings of Jesus were domesticated and transformed into a world-changing religion. Mahan's book is written for a modern public that has become increasingly uncomfortable with the idea of formal, institutionalized religion. He demonstrates that Christianity has at its core Jesus' demand of love, embodied in the Sermon on the Mount, and that this demand was simply too radical to form a viable religion. Mahan walks the reader through the New Testament, showing how this radical demand of love stands at the center of the synoptic gospels, and how it is systematically transformed by Paul and the Gospel of John into a faith in Jesus as atoning sacrifice and God-Man that is formalized and institutionalized by the Council of Nicaea. In a surprising and compelling presentation, Mahan argues that this transformation of the Christian message was a necessary betrayal that allowed the original radical message of Jesus to be carried within a palatable host religion, rather than be rejected and abandoned two millennia ago. The Taming of Jesus combines a succinct survey of the New Testament with a pointed examination of the central ideas of the Christian faith
Author: Alfredo Sorrentini Publisher: WestBow Press ISBN: 1490854258 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 283
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Come and journey with me through the portals of time into a spiritual adventure of unknown proportions. Never before expressed in a simple format that is both unique and simple, this adventure is narrated in the pages of Behold! The Lamb of God. Discover the truths about wars and rumors of wars and why there will never be peace in this world where terror, persecution, and greed are dominant. Let us unveil the true nature of Satan the devil according to Holy Scripturesnot through myths and folklores handed down through the centurieswho threatens the very existence of mankind. The end of times is a futuristic reality, and tomorrow remains a mystery to all of us, but the word of God paves the way to hope and salvation for mankind. In the pages of Behold! The Lamb of God, you will see the reality of two future world wars of unimagined proportions and see that the Lamb of God will triumph both times. Learn and discover how you can attain everlasting life with God through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. I invite you to journey with me through the pages of Behold! The Lamb of God!
Author: John Calhoun DD Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc. ISBN: 1098049489 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 35
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It is puzzling that hardly anyone knows about the kingly transfiguration of Jesus appearing in his divine glory, which was truly a revelation along with Moses, the lawgiver and Elijah, the prophet. The event includes all the essential parts of the future kingdom to be set up by Jesus. This is surely the complete fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy. What a joyous event this was!
Author: John Macduff Publisher: Bible Study Books ISBN: 858218459X Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 160
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We have a perfect exhibition of the various graces after which we should aspire, in "the man Christ Jesus," who has left us an example that we should follow His steps. In thinking as He thought, feeling as He felt, and walking as He walked the whole of experimental and practical religion is embodied. But as the spirit which was in Him was largely transfused into, and reflected by, many of His faithful servants it follows that while we are treading in their footsteps that we are at the same time treading in His. It is lamentable to think that of the many who bear the name of Christ that there are so few who can truly say, "But we have the mind of Christ." The name of Christ, however, will be of no avail without the mind of Christ. A kind, compassionate, gentle, loving temper presents one of the most winning features of true religion; and by its silent and softening influence you will do more real service to Christianity, than by the loudest professions, or by the exhibition of a cold and heartless orthodoxy." "Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of malicious behavior. Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you." Ephesians 4:31-32. May the perusal of the following earnest pages be blessed for the promotion of such a temper! May He, to whom the Spirit was not given by measure, impart to the reader out of His inexhaustible fullness, abounding grace; and thus cause him to abound more and more in all those fruits of righteousness, which are for his own personal well being for the honor of the Christian cause and the praise and glory of God!
Author: Praise O Glory Publisher: Balboa Press ISBN: 145252937X Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 180
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The Lamb of God represents Jesus slain for us on the cross. Jesus death redeemed the dominion lost by Adam. Through his death and resurrection, the believers on Earth will rule and reign in such a way that they will become praise on Earth. The seven horns on the Lamb of God are emblems of all power given to Christians. We could be creative in our approach to warfare with these horns of the devil, which scatter anything that brings praise to God. You have to acknowledge and understand unsearchable riches we have in Christ. The tough times must be viewed as times that can lead us to our God-given purpose in life, instead of backing away from the battle of our destiny. You were born for a cause; understand this, stand, and uphold your cause. This is the only way you can be fulfilled in life. God is waiting for a generational army that will rise up in power and save nations. You are called personally to walk with God in that army. The key is understanding the victory of Jesus for you. In The Lamb of God, Praise O. Glory shares her personal experience and thoughts with you. Praises book may encourage you to understand how your deep darkened valley can be miraculously turned into a striking well of springs of refreshing water as you learn to see things from Gods heavenly perspective by walking with the Holy Spirit.
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