Tis Mercy All
Tis Mercy All

Author: Natalie Williams

Publisher: SPCK

Published: 2024-06-20

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 0281089191

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In a world of polarising politics, cancel culture, and social media virtue signalling, we risk losing any sense of what it means to have mercy. And yet Jesus calls us to 'be merciful, just as your Father is merciful' (Luke 6.36). In this thoughtful and practical book, Natalie Williams explores what it means to be a true mercy-bringer. First, we need to develop a deep appreciation of the mercy of God, which is more astonishing than we dare to believe. As the old hymn says, 'tis mercy all when it comes to God's dealings with his children. Once we have understood that, it will transform the way we see God, ourselves and the world around us. We will be drawn closer to Jesus and, as a result, we will reflect his mercy to a world that desperately needs it. Contents Introduction Part 1: 'A God Merciful' Part 2: Our struggle to 'love mercy' Part 3: Merciful thinking Part 4: Merciful actions Conclusion

The End of the Christian Life
The End of the Christian Life

Author: J. Todd Billings

Publisher: Brazos Press

Published: 2020-09-15

Total Pages: 281

ISBN-13: 1493427547

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We're all going to die. Yet in our medically advanced, technological age, many of us see death as a distant reality--something that happens only at the end of a long life or to other people. In The End of the Christian Life, Todd Billings urges Christians to resist that view. Instead, he calls us to embrace our mortality in our daily life and faith. This is the journey of genuine discipleship, Billings says: following the crucified and resurrected Lord in a world of distraction and false hopes. Drawing on his experience as a professor and father living with incurable cancer, Billings offers a personal yet deeply theological account of the gospel's expansive hope for small, mortal creatures. Artfully weaving rich theology with powerful narrative, Billings writes for church leaders and laypeople alike. Whether we are young or old, reeling from loss or clinging to our own prosperity, this book challenges us to walk a strange but wondrous path: in the midst of joy and lament, to receive mortal limits as a gift, an opportunity to give ourselves over to the Lord of life.

Amazing Love! How Can It Be
Amazing Love! How Can It Be

Author: Chris Fenner

Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers

Published: 2020-05-12

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13: 1725264773

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The present collection of essays examines specific texts by Charles Wesley in multiple dimensions (theological, poetical, historical, biographical, etc.), demonstrating both the profound nature of the hymns and their continued relevance for Christians today. The discussions are organized by theological/liturgical topics, and each essay treats us to the hymn in its complete original form (noting significant variants as necessary), explains the historical context of its composition, provides a theological interpretation, and relates it to the life and faith of the believer. In the pages of this book, the reader will find both information and inspiration. Scholars of hymnody and of Charles Wesley will appreciate the depth of inquiry in the chapters. Just as importantly, laypersons and hymn lovers (as well as scholars) will find much spiritual benefit from the study of hymns they know and love, as well as texts with which they may be less familiar. This exploration of these profound hymns will surely lead to a deeper understanding of the "amazing love" responsible for changing the course of Charles Wesley's life, who in turn changed the course of Christian worship. With contributions from: Steve Weaver Jonathan A. Powers Patrick A. Eby Christopher P. McFadden C. Michael Hawn Josh Dear Joe Harrod Paul W. Chilcote Roger D. Duke Michael A.G. Haykin Margaret Garrett Jim Scott Orrick

The Poetical Works of John and Charles Wesley: Short hymns on select passages of the Holy Scriptures (Romans ; Corinthians ; Galatians ; Ephesians ; Philippians ; Colossians ; Thessalonians ; Timothy ; Titus ; Philemon ; Hebrews ; James ; Peter ; John ; Jude ; Revelation) ; Appendix, containing hymns and poems from various sources ; Chronological list of the poetical works ; Abbreviated table of contents to the whole work ; Index to the first line of every verse
The Poetical Works of John and Charles Wesley: Short hymns on select passages of the Holy Scriptures (Romans ; Corinthians ; Galatians ; Ephesians ; Philippians ; Colossians ; Thessalonians ; Timothy ; Titus ; Philemon ; Hebrews ; James ; Peter ; John ; Jude ; Revelation) ; Appendix, containing hymns and poems from various sources ; Chronological list of the poetical works ; Abbreviated table of contents to the whole work ; Index to the first line of every verse

Author: John Wesley

Publisher:

Published: 1872

Total Pages: 546

ISBN-13:

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Together in Song
Together in Song

Author: Australian Hymn Book Company Staff

Publisher:

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 861

ISBN-13: 9781863717618

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Since its publication in 1977, the Australian Hymn Book has been widely used throughout Australia. Under its international title, With One Voice, it is also used in parishes and schools in the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Canada. International, ecumenical and contemporary, tOGEtHER IN SONG draws material from no fewer than 48 countries, containing a blend of hymns, psalms, songs and responses. Includes lyrics and melodies for 780 popular hymns and worship songs. Eleven indices included.