Sixty-six books written by forty people over nearly 2,000 years, in two languages and several different genres. A worldwide bestseller published in countless sizes and bindings, translations and languages. Sworn by in court, fought over by religious people, quoted in arguments. The Bible is clearly no ordinary book. How can you begin to read and understand it as a whole? In this excellent overview, Vaughan Roberts gives you the big picture--showing how the different parts of the Bible fit together under the theme of the kingdom of God. He provides both the encouragement and the tools to help you read the Bible with confidence and understanding. And he points you to the Bible's supreme subject, Jesus Christ, and the salvation God offers through him.

The Gospel Coalition Top Books of 2015 in Christian Living Tim Challies' Top Books of 2015 ProdigalThought.net's Top Reads of 2015 Leadership Journal's Best Ministry Books of the Year When Christians have same-sex attraction, how should the church respond?Pastor Ed Shaw experiences same-sex attraction, and yet he is committed to Scripture and the church's traditional position of fidelity in heterosexual marriage and celibacy in singleness. In this honest book, he shares his pain in dealing with these issues, but at the same time shows us that obedience to Jesus is ultimately the only way to experience life to the full.He shows that the Bible's teaching seems unreasonable not because of its difficulties, but because of missteps that the church has often taken in its understanding of the Christian life. We have been shaped by the world around us and urgently need to re-examine the values that drive our discipleship. Only by doing this in the light of the Bible can we make sense of its…

How can the sixty-six books of the Bible have a single message for us today? What unites the vastly different accounts of God's work in the world? How do the various genres of the Bible work together? Vaughan Roberts believes that the Bible tells a single story for all time. He draws out the Bible's message of Jesus Christ and God's redemption through him in six big questions:

Has there ever been a more urgent time for Christian men to stand up and be counted? Family life is being systematically destroyed in our culture. Biblical Christianity is being undermined from within the historic denominations. The demands and insecurity of working life are increasing.This book is designed to encourage Christian men to live for Christ: in their homes; in their workplaces; in their leisure; and in their churches. It is a resource for developing strong men's ministries in the local church which will lead to the mutual nurture, support and encouragement of men to keep going in our resolve to know Christ and to make Him known.Includes contributions from John Benton, Richard Coekin, Phillip Jensen, David Jackman, Hugh Palmer, Vaughan Roberts, William Taylor, Rico Tice, John Tindall, Trevor Archer & Tim Thornborough.

El propósito de la serie Ágora de Andamio es que nos ayude a conocer la cultura actual. Saber cómo piensa y siente. Escucharla y entenderla. A partir de aquí, confrontarla con la luz del Evangelio; de tal forma que podamos reconocer y potenciar los puntos que tenemos en común e iluminar las zonas oscuras, alejadas de la voluntad de Dios, con el objetivo de actuar como agentes de cambio. La serie se divide en cuatro grandes áreas temáticas: Evangelización y misión; Biblia y cultura; Pastoral y persona y, Teología bíblica. El proceso de selección para los libros que forman parte de esta serie ha sido muy largo y riguroso, escogiendo con sumo cuidado cada una de las obras entre cientos de posibilidades de las mejores editoriales. Para ello Andamio ha contado con el asesoramiento de expertos en cada una de las áreas temáticas teniendo muy en cuenta la realidad y necesidades de las iglesias.

The church today faces challenges on every front. Christians are captivated by consumerism, seduced by celebrity, distracted by technology and overwhelmed by media. Religious and secular rivals are increasingly prominent, vying for our allegiance and worship. What does authentic Christian spirituality look like in such an era?Vaughan Roberts finds direction for today's church in Paul's prophetic letter of 1 Corinthians. Ancient Corinth was a similarly confusing cultural landscape, and the Corinthian church likewise struggled to remain true to Christ in a world of many idols. Paul's vision is clear--Christians must choose certain things and not others. We must focus on the cross of Christ, not on human wisdom. Our leaders should be faithful, not flashy. And in contrast to lives of moral permissiveness, we must live lives of holiness and love.Following the way of Christ may look like foolishness to the world, but therein is the path of true wisdom. With a Bible study in each chapter,…

In a fresh and readable style, Vaughan Roberts, issues a challenging call to Christians to live out their faith. We should be different from the world around us.Targeting difficult but crucial areas such as our attitude to money and possessions, sexuality, contentment, relativism and service, this teaching is holiness in the tradition of J.C. Ryle for the contemporary generation. Roberts helps us to consider how we are to respond biblically to the temptations and pitfalls surrounding us--giving what we cannot keep to gain what we cannot lose.

'Deeply biblical, yet wonderfully accessible. This incredible 30-day devotional looks at the very heart of the gospel, the cross, in a way that will have a profound impact on every Christian. 'Deeply biblical, yet wonderfully accessible. This incredible 30-day devotional looks at the very heart of the gospel, the cross, in a way that will have a profound impact on every Christian. A must-read.' Gavin Calver, CEO, Evangelical Alliance UK The cross was a place of torture and agony. Here God's Son took the punishment which we deserved. Outwardly, it might have seemed that God had been defeated. But no. He had triumphed; death had been defeated. For believers, the cross is a place of forgiveness, freedom, healing and joy. Yet we too carry a cross, submitting and surrendering to God in our daily lives. This undated 30-day devotional journeys to the very heart of the gospel with Keswick teachers Alistair Begg, Don Carson, Liam Goligher, Angus MacLeay, Jeremy McQuoid, Simon Manchester, Bruce…

El propósito de la serie Ágora de Andamio es que nos ayude a conocer la cultura actual. Saber cómo piensa y siente. Escucharla y entenderla. A partir de aquí, confrontarla con la luz del Evangelio; de tal forma que podamos reconocer y potenciar los puntos que tenemos en común e iluminar las zonas oscuras, alejadas de la voluntad de Dios, con el objetivo de actuar como agentes de cambio.

Is there meaning to life? Is history just random? Where does my life fit in? These are topical questions in any age, but particularly so in our postmodern era. Vaughan Roberts addresses these questions and others by examining what the Bible presents as the "turning points" in history, from creation to the end of time.This does not read like a normal history book. It does something far more important, to help you see history as God does, so that you might fit in with His plans for the world.

The Lord Jesus saw a vast harvest waiting to be gathered in but hardly any workers to do the job. So he issued an instruction to his followers: 'Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field' (Matthew 9:38).

Vaughan Roberts explores seven of the difficulties Christians may have to endure and positive ways to deal with them. The Bible warns of a mixed experience in this life. We live in a fallen world and have to fight continually against earthly temptations, but we do so as heaven's citizens, already enjoying some of salvation's great blessings. Vaughan Roberts calls us to realism. Christians will struggle with battles such as image, lust and doubt. But he also urges us to seek strength from the Bible, by the Spirit and through God's people. We are weaker than we often acknowledge, but God is far stronger than we can possibly imagine. Vaughan Roberts is Rector of St Ebbe's, Oxford. He has worked extensively with students and is a frequent speaker at university Christian Unions, and at conventions such as Word Alive.

There’s been huge cultural change in the last few decades. Same-sex marriage would have been unthinkable 20 or 30 years ago. Now it’s almost universally accepted in the Western world. Now suddenly the issue of transgender is the next big social, cultural issue that has dominated the headlines. Vaughan Roberts surveys the Christian worldview and seeks to apply these principles to the many complex questions surrounding gender identity. This short book gives an overview and a starting point for con...

«La vida cristiana está llena de gozo». Bueno, sí, a menudo. A veces. ¿Siempre? La Biblia enseña claramente que la esperanza y la fe del cristiano se forjan en medio de las feroces luchas de la vida. El sufrimiento y la tentación nos dan forma y fortalecen. Sin embargo, en el siglo XXI, algunos han tratado con ligereza muchas de estas dificultades cruciales de la vida cristiana. ¿Cómo lidio con los sentimientos lujuriosos en un mundo que usa el término lujuria para vender perfumes y chocolate? ¿Cómo lucho con la culpa y la integridad, si mis amigos insisten en que el pecado no existe? ¿Por qué me siento tan deprimido, si parece que los cristianos deben lucir siempre una sonrisa en el rostro y en el corazón? En Las luchas de los cristianos, Vaughan Roberts nos equipa con armas prácticas para librar las batallas diarias con confianza. La enseñanza de este libro restaura nuestra esperanza de vivir para Dios aquí y ahora, de tener vidas que lleven testimonio y honren a Jesucristo.

This book helps Christians to think biblically, speak wisely, and act compassionately on the complex issue of abortion. Helps Christians to think biblically, speak wisely, and act compassionately on the complex issue of abortion. Our culture is locked in a battle between two opposing worldviews on abortion. How should Christians advise those who are considering or being pressured into an abortion? How can we help those who are struggling with the emotional and spiritual fallout from abortion? ...

Vaughan Roberts surveys the Christian worldview and seeks to apply these principles to the many complex questions surrounding assisted dying. This short book gives an overview and a starting point for constructive discussion as we seek to live in a world with different values, and love, serve and engage with the questions surrounding euthanasia. Vaughan Roberts surveys the Christian worldview and seeks to apply these principles to the many complex questions surrounding assisted dying. This shor...

Pornography is no longer universally looked down on as bad or unhelpful, but is often seen as something to enjoy without guilt. Christians, however, work to a different agenda-one set by the Bible’s revelation of the true meaning of sex and relationships. This short book surveys the Christian worldview and applies it to the complex issues surrounding pornography, helping Christians know how to think about pornography with biblical conviction, and compassionate understanding for those influenced...