Comparative Religions

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  40 Questions About Mormonism

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  A Christian exploration of the LDS Church that seeks to understand, not just refute
  Many Christians struggle to form an accurate picture of the beliefs, practices, and attraction of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 40 Questions About Mormonism addresses how the Mormon faith developed, what it teaches, and how it differs from traditional Christianity.

  Author Kyle Beshears draws on years of dialogue with LDS church members to ask and answer the most pertinent questions for understanding today’s Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, covering history, sources of authority, doctrines shared with Christianity, unique doctrines, and more. Among the questions addressed, these are included:

  *Is Mormonism just an American religion?
  *How do Latter-day Saints view the Bible?
  *What is the origin of the priesthood?
  *What is the Latter-day Saint view of Jesus Christ?
  *Why does Mormonism have temples?
  *What are concerns Latter-day Saints have about traditional Christianity?

  The historically and biblically discerning answers allow readers to better understand both traditional Christian faith and the distinctive elements of Mormonism. Readers will feel more confident forming friendships with LDS adherents, viewing them as neighbors whom God loves and witnessing to them as such. Instructor resources are available at 40questions.net.

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  Christian Denominations Pamphlet

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  See 11 major Christian denominations side by side in this bestselling, UPDATED fold-out comparison chart. Includes: Catholic, Orthodox, Lutheran, Anabaptist (Mennonite and Brethren), Anglican (Episcopal), Reformed (Presbyterian), Congregational, Baptist, Methodist, Churches of Christ, and Pentecostal churches. Whether you’re answering a question during a small group study or refreshing your memory before a presentation, this solid pamphlet can help you glean what you need to know in seconds.

  Each denomination believes in the deity of Christ and the importance of Scripture, so how are the groups different? The bestselling Christian Denominations pamphlet is a glossy, easy-to-use comparison chart that provides a side-by-side format that compares what 11 Christian denominations believe about God, the Trinity, Jesus, and other key areas. Enjoy easily comparing unique details such as:

  *What each denomination believes about God and Jesus Christ, the Bible, salvation, the afterlife, church leadership, and the sacraments (baptism and Communion)

  *When and where each denomination was founded

  *Number of adherents (worldwide and US)

  *Largest divisions and groups today

  Also includes:

  *Family tree of denominations with historical dates and modern groups
  *Current trends in the US: evangelical, mainline, nondenominational, and more
  *Concise definitions for more than 25 important church terms to know

  Key Features of the Christian Denominations Pamphlet

  *Easy to use: It’s never been easier to get a concise summary of the top 11 Christian denominations than with this slimline foldout resource.

  *Highly visual: With Rose’s popular chart format, you can get information at a glance by referencing this side-by-side comparison chart.

  *Flexible: Whether you’re using this pamphlet for individual referencing or are putting together a lesson on Christian denominations, this resource will get you reliable facts, dates, and statistics you need to know.

  *Packable: No more heavy volumes to carry! This sturdy, ultra-slimline pamphlet is laminated and easily slips into the covers/cases of most Bibles. Pack it into your backpack, purse, or bookbag for on-the-go convenience.

  This is an excellent resource for pastors and teachers who want to present denominational beliefs in an objective and focused way. This pamphlet’s glossy coating makes it durable, but still thin enough to fit in the back of a Bible.

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  World Religions In Seven Sentences

  $18.00

  Understanding the beliefs and practices of other faiths is essential not just to the task of interreligious dialogue, but also to grasping one’s own faith.

  In this brief volume in IVP Academic’s Introductions in Seven Sentences, philosopher Douglas Groothuis creatively uses a single sentence representing each of several world religions as a way to open readers to their depth and complexity, including:

  *Atheism: “God Is Dead.”
  *Judaism: “I Am Who I Am.”
  *Hinduism: “You Are That.”
  *Buddhism: “Life Is Suffering.”
  *Daoism: “The Dao That Can Be Spoken Is Not the Eternal Dao.”
  *Christianity: “Before Abraham Was, I Am.”
  *Islam: “There Is One God, and Mohammad Is His Prophet.”

  With a sympathetic but not uncritical approach, Groothuis welcomes readers to a vital and global conversation.

  The accessible primers in the Introductions in Seven Sentences collection act as brief introductions to an academic field, with simple organization: seven key sentences that give readers a birds-eye view of an entire discipline.

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  Engaging With Mormons

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  A former Mormon writes an introduction to what Mormons believe and how Christians can reach out to them with the gospel.

  Many people see Mormons as just another branch of the Christian church, and to be admired, perhaps, for their family life, morality and upright culture.

  But the theology and spirituality of this cult are very far from an orthodox biblical understanding of true saving faith. And yet Christians are often fearful of engaging in conversations about the gospel with Mormons, knowing that there are suspicions and complex issues that lie beneath the surface.

  This short book is designed to help both Christians and whole churches to understand more about the beliefs, mindset and motivations of those who are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints (Mormons), and to reach out to them with the good news of the gospel.

  Written at a level that everyone can understand, this book emphasizes the importance of forming loving, honest and open relationships as part of the way we engage with our Mormon friends and neighbors, and with those who may come knocking at our doors.

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