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The Sword

A Novel

By: Bryan M. Litfin

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Packed with page-turning action and adventure, this novel poses the question, "If a society had no knowledge of Christianity, and then a Bible were discovered, what would happen?" Part 1 of the Chiveis Trilogy.

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1433509253

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Getting to Know the Church Fathers

An Evangelical Introduction

By: Bryan M. Litfin

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Getting to Know the Church Fathers

An Evangelical Introduction

By: Bryan M. Litfin

A Trusted Introduction to the Church Fathers This concise introduction to the church fathers connects evangelical students and readers to twelve key figures from the early church. Bryan Litfin engages readers with actual people, not just abstract doctrines or impersonal events, to help them understand the fathers as spiritual ancestors in the faith. The first edition has been well received and widely used. This updated and revised edition adds chapters on Ephrem of Syria and Patrick of Ireland. The book requires no previous knowledge of the patristic period and includes original, easy-to-read translations that give a brief taste of each writer's thought.

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410

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Baker Academic

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1493404784

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9781493404780

Early Christian Martyr Stories

An Evangelical Introduction with New Translations

By: Bryan M. Litfin

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Early Christian Martyr Stories

An Evangelical Introduction with New Translations

By: Bryan M. Litfin

Personal narratives are powerful instruments for teaching, both for conveying information and for forming character. The martyrdom accounts preserved in the literature of early Christianity are especially intense and dramatic. However, these narratives are not readily available and are often written in intimidating prose, making them largely inaccessible for the average reader. This introductory text brings together key early Christian martyrdom stories in a single volume, offering new, easy-to-read translations and expert commentary. An introduction and explanatory notes accompany each translation. The book not only provides a vivid window into the world of early Christianity but also offers spiritual encouragement and inspiration for Christian life today.

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232

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Baker Academic

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1441220070

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9781441220073

The Kingdom

A Novel

By: Bryan M. Litfin

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The Kingdom

A Novel

By: Bryan M. Litfin

Book Three in the Chiveis Trilogy War and disease have destroyed the modern world. Centuries later, feudal societies have arisen across Europe. No one can remember the ancient religion of Christianity—until an army captain and a farmer’s daughter discover the Sacred Writing of the one true God. As Teo and Ana encounter the forgotten words of the holy book, they realize its message is just what their kingdom needs. Though exiled from their homeland, they join their hearts in a quest to return. But now an ancient pact has united the enemies of the Christian faith into a dark alliance that threatens to consume the known world. Racing to stay one step ahead of their enemies, Teo and Ana must battle heinous villains, stormy seas, and the powers of the underworld itself. As armies begin to mass for a final battle, the odds favor the forces of evil. Can Teo and Ana bring divine truth to Chiveis—or will the Word of God fade from the earth forever?

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450

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Crossway

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1433525232

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9781433525230

The Gift

A Novel

By: Bryan M. Litfin

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The Gift

A Novel

By: Bryan M. Litfin

The Chiveis Trilogy takes readers hundreds of years into the future. War and disease have destroyed civilization as we know it. Much technology has been discarded and history is largely forgotten. Slowly, the few survivors have begun to build new communities, and kingdoms now prosper in a kind of feudal order. But the Word of God has been lost for centuries. After the finding of an Old Testament in book one of the trilogy, The Gift picks up the story of Teo and Ana. Exiled from their homeland and trying to survive in unknown and dangerous lands, they search for any record of the missing Testament. Their journeys lead them into the region we know as Italy. An elite society welcomes Ana, who finds she must choose between her new life and her dream of returning to Chiveis. Will Teo and Ana’s relationship withstand the circumstances and new enemies pulling them apart? And can Teo keep ahead of a powerful and mysterious force opposing his search for the New Testament? Litfin’s imagination and fast-paced narrative style will capture the hearts and minds of all fiction readers.

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418

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Crossway

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1433525194

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The Sword

A Novel

By: Bryan M. Litfin

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The Sword

A Novel

By: Bryan M. Litfin

Four hundred years after a deadly virus and nuclear war destroyed the modern world, a new and noble civilization emerges. In this kingdom, called Chiveis, snowcapped mountains provide protection, and fields and livestock provide food. The people live medieval-style lives, with almost no knowledge of the "ancient" world. Safe in their natural stronghold, the Chiveisi have everything they need, even their own religion. Christianity has been forgotten—until a young army scout comes across a strange book. With that discovery, this work of speculative fiction takes readers on a journey that encompasses adventure, romance, and the revelation of the one true God. Through compelling narrative and powerful character development, The Sword speaks to God's goodness, his refusal to tolerate sin, man's need to bow before him, and the eternality and power of his Word. Fantasy and adventure readers will be hooked by this first book in a forthcoming trilogy.

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415

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Crossway

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1433523019

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9781433523014

Wisdom from the Ancients

30 Forgotten Lessons from the Early Church

By: Bryan M. Litfin

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Wisdom from the Ancients

30 Forgotten Lessons from the Early Church

By: Bryan M. Litfin

Old ideas. New insights. Timeless relevance for the church. Studying the views and lifestyles of your forerunners in the faith can provide incredible guidance for how you live out your spiritual convictions today. In Wisdom from the Ancients, author and scholar Bryan Litfin paints a vivid portrait of the first five centuries of the Christian church, packed with fascinating history and applicable insights for modern believers. As you encounter the wisdom of early Christians, you’ll be challenged to revisit the building blocks of your faith in light of ancient beliefs and spiritual practices. This book will help you reframe common evangelical ideas, including questions Christians face today, such as when it makes sense to read the Bible literally and when God’s truth shines through symbolism how the beliefs and practices of early believers should inform your worship whether the church should cooperate with political power or resist it Wisdom from the Ancients reveals life-changing lessons from the early church that you can take to heart today. When you set aside your modern perspectives and approach ancient truths with an open mind, the beliefs of the early Christians will illuminate your faith in a brand-new way.

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253

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Harvest House Publishers

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0736984631

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9780736984638

After Acts

Exploring the Lives and Legends of the Apostles

By: Bryan Litfin

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After Acts

Exploring the Lives and Legends of the Apostles

By: Bryan Litfin

What really happened after Acts? If you’ve ever wondered what happened to the biblical characters after Acts—from the well-known Matthew to the lesser-known Bartholomew—then this book is for you. Join Dr. Bryan Litfin as he guides you through Scripture and other ancient literature to sift fact from fiction, real-life from legend. Skillfully researched and clearly written, After Acts is as accurate as it is engaging. Gain a window into the religious milieu of the ancient and medieval church. Unearth artifacts and burial sites. Learn what really happened to your favorite characters and what you should truly remember them for. Did Paul ever make it to Spain? Was he beheaded in Rome? Is it true that Peter was crucified upside down? Was the Virgin Mary really bodily assumed into heaven? The book of Acts ends at chapter 28. But its characters lived on.

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180

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Moody Publishers

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0802492061

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9780802492067

Early Christian Martyr Stories

An Evangelical Introduction with New Translations

By: Bryan M. Litfin

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Early Christian Martyr Stories

An Evangelical Introduction with New Translations

By: Bryan M. Litfin

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Baker Academic

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1441220070

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Bryan Adams

By: Bryan Adams

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Bryan Adams

By: Bryan Adams

BRYAN ADAMS, is a unique book that takes a personal look at the world of rock and roll songwriter, recording artist and performer, Bryan Adams

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Willowdale, Ont. : Firefly Book

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1895565839

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Early Christian Martyr Stories

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The Kingdom

The Kingdom

The Gift

The Gift

The Sword

The Sword

Wisdom from the Ancients

Wisdom from the Ancients

After Acts

After Acts

Early Christian Martyr Stories

Early Christian Martyr Stories

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