In recent decades Christian spirituality, spiritual formation, and spiritual theology have become important concepts in the global evangelical community. Consequently, an accessible and reliable academic resource is needed on these topics—one that will offer a discerning orientation to the wealth of ecumenical resources available while still highlighting the distinct heritage and affirming the core grace-centered values of classic evangelical spirituality.

The Zondervan Practical Theology Collection presents contemporary insights to key Christian disciplines. In four volumes, the collection examines Christian spirituality, worship, and the purpose of preaching the Word of God. Dictionary of Christian Spirituality analyzes a wide range of topics relating to spirituality including the origins, development, and contemporary expressions, as well as key concepts and concerns. Worship on Earth as It Is in Heaven addresses various perspectives on the discipline of worship and gives practical insights on how to worship. Two additional volumes are on the subject of preaching. They study the purpose of preaching and the importance of communicating the gospel message so that pastors may effectively speak to their congregations on God’s behalf. Whether you are a pastor or layperson, each volume in the Zondervan Practical Theology Collection provides you personal ways to grow in your walk with God and practical ways to positively share God’s Word ...

The Zondervan Reference Collection contains some of today's premiere Bible reference works—vital preaching resources, an abundance of images and illustrations, and a wealth of insight into the historical, chronological, archaeological, geographical, social, theological, and biographical aspects of the Bible. Many of these books represent groundbreaking studies in their fields, and all are regularly consulted by pastors and professors around the world. Valuable for the serious Bible scholar, the seminary student, or the church leader, these titles tackle important subjects such as biblical interpretation, major world religions, theology, and much more.

The Zondervan Practical Theology Collection presents contemporary insights to key Christian disciplines. Featuring a variety of viewpoints, this collection offers guidance and practical help to pastors and ministry leaders in many different facets of the church and ministry as a whole.

Containing some of the best Zondervan works, this is a comprehensive library of premier Evangelical Christian biblical research. Resources included in this collection provide readers with a wide array of content from Greek and Hebrew textbook to biblical interpretation, hermeneutics and bible study, from commentaries, biblical exegesis, theology, and church history, to pastoral ministry, life application, and devotional material. You will benefit from the scholarly and practical guidance from authors including Douglas Moo, D.A. Carson, John Walton, Tremper Longman, III, and Walter Kaiser, and some of its most-respected series, including Word Biblical Commentary, NIV Application Commentary, Expositor’s Bible Commentary, and the Counterpoints series. With this collection you will have an immense Bible reference library to engage with key scholars, doctrines, and events of the Christian faith.

This volume celebrates the unique contributions of Helmut Koester, who has been a leader for fifty years as scholar, professor, editor, and mentor. Having studied at the universities of Heidelberg and Marburg, Koester was a student of both Gunther Bornkamm and Rudolf Bultmann. He began teaching at Harvard Divinity School in 1958, where he is currently John H. Morison Research Professor of Divinity and Winn Research Professor of Ecclesiastical History. He is the chair of the New Testament…

"One of the great joys of the academic life is to pay homage in a Festschrift to a scholar who has influenced both colleagues and students over years of interaction and friendship both professional and personal. This volume honors a scholar and theologian of historical theology, a theorist and a practitioner of religion and the arts, and a keen analyst of cultural trends both ancient and modern. . . . "[Margaret R.] Miles's prodigious production as a scholar has legendary qualities. Her…

A concise, updated summary of top Bible scholars on male/female leadership, focusing on facts rather than theories and leaving conclusions to the reader. Includes a fascinating look at ancient texts, Bible translations through the centuries, and early church actions on women leaders. Academically sound but written for the average reader. A quick read of about three hours, backed up with references to more than 100 leading scholars.