The Book of Daniel is among the most talked about books in the Old Testament—and by far the most difficult to understand. One reason is because a large portion of the book is written using prophetic symbols and language. To understand the Book of Daniel, you must understand these symbols and the language of prophecy—and also know about world history. Perhaps most importantly, however, you must have special guidance from the Holy Spirit. Clarence Duff, Th.D., Ph.D., a Bible teacher, author, pastor, and professor, makes the Book of Daniel accessible to a general audience, including students pursuing theological education, ordinary Christians, and even those uncertain about their faith. Even if you’re unfamiliar with biblical prophecy, this book will help you quickly come to appreciate its importance and benefits to the Christian life. In straightforward language, the author reveals the essential elements of the Book of Daniel. Get a firm grasp of what the Book of Daniel says, why it’s still relevant, and how it can help you understand unfolding events as you seek to live a better life in anticipation of the coming of Christ’s kingdom.
Focusing on what facilitates effective leadership, church growth, and retention, this book sets forth a process-oriented framework for understanding the dynamics of church growth and what works for and against it. The author, who is currently serving as the senior pastor of a local church in the City of Brampton, Ontario, for more than twenty years, highlights basic concepts and practices related to church leadership and growth. He considers questions such as: Why do some churches grow in numbers while others lag? What are the dynamic processes, strategies, and pathways that underlie effective leadership, church growth, and retention? How can the answers to these questions inform endeavors to increase and retain church membership? The author also asks if it’s true that God is in partnership with his leaders, why are so many of our local churches not growing but declining? The world the church was established in more than two thousand years ago is not the world we live in today. Rethink what it means to lead, grow, and retain membership in a changing world with this important book.
Dr. Duff has added the piece historically ignored by the mental health field. He interfaces elements of faith as effective responses to depression. Churches would greatly benefit from embracing Dr. Duff's reminder of our responsibilities to one another within the body of Christ. His portrayal of the Church as a family, a body and a community, and his appeal that it serves as a buffer during crises, is very timely. These principles, when followed, would assist members who are battling with depression to overcome their despair. And how much safer would members feel knowing that love, caring and concern are present. Dr. Duff has clearly shown that, in this context, we would need no other ticket to the privilege of belonging. Especially recommended for Churches." Ermine T. Leader, Ph.D., C. Psych. (Psychologist) "What Dr. Duff has to say about depression is very challenging, down to earth, but solid reading. Unlocking the Mystery of Depression has full psychological and theological insight." Vaudre, P, Jacques, D. Min, . (Counsellor, the senior Pastor of the Toronto East Church and Author of Six Dynamic Keys) Clarence Duff, Th.D., Ph.D. Originally trained in electronics engineering technology, Dr. Duff has pursued graduate and doctoral studies in Christian education, counselling psychology and Theology. He is a professor of Christian education and also lectures in counselling at Canada Christian College. Dr. Duff has a special interest in integrating psychological facts with theological truths. His graduate and doctoral degrees include: M.Div., Th.D. (Canada Christian College), M.A. (Liberty University), Ph.D. (California State Christian University). He lives with his wife and four children in Brampton, Ontario.
The book is based on the idea that human beings have been invested by God with potential, personal agency and thinking powers and of such created for greatness and success. It carries the reader toward the discovery of the deep utility of thinking and its power to break out of old patterns, look beyond what is toward what can be, to move freely between the three dimensions of time, bridge the present to the future and rework the very environment of the mental world. About the Author: Clarence Duff received his undergraduate and graduate degrees in psychology and counselling from Liberty University. He received his master of science and PhD in educational psychology degrees from Capella University. In addition to his current position as lecturer in psychology, Dr. Duff is a researcher, public speaker, and published author of several books, including "Unlocking the Mystery of Depression" and "Unveiling Daniel's Prophecies of End Time Events.
Here is the book you have been waiting for! There is no doubt that the books of Daniel and Revelation contain some of the most difficult and complex prophesies in the entire Bible. Unveiling Daniel's Prophecies of End Time Events clarifies many of the complexities and answers some of the most challenging questions contained in these prophesies. It sets forth a new and strikingly simple prophetic explanation that allows the reader to fully understand the prophetic sequence contained in Daniel 2 and 7 in association with selected prophecies from Revelation 13 and 17. Many books have offered interpretations of the prophecies of Daniel and Revelation, but little attention has actually been given to unfolding prophetic events within the prophetic timeline. In this unique book, the author attempts to rectify this. By sequencing the prophecies of Daniel 2 and 7 along with associated prophecies from Revelation, the author is able to present the logical unfolding of prophetic events from the first world empire to the fall of Rome, to the rise of the ten-horn seven-headed beast, the wounding of the beast, to the rise of the Antichrist, to the coming of the Lord Jesus, the King of kings, and Lord of lords. Unveiling Daniel's Prophecies of End Time Events is a highly readable volume and will be a valuable resource for pastors, Christian educators, Bible students, and all who are interested or curious about the prophecies of Daniel and Revelation. Clarence Duff, ThD, PhD Dr. Duff is professor at Canada Christian College where he lectures in Christian education. He is the author of Unlocking the Mystery of Depression. He holds a MDiv, and ThD from Canada Christian College, an MA in CounsellingPsychology from Liberty University, a PhD in Religious Studies from California State Christian University, and is the candidate for the PhD in Psychology from Capella University.
This volume presents a selection of 500 letters by Clarence Darrow, the pre-eminent courtroom lawyer of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. Randall Tietjen selected these letters from over 2,200 letters in archives around the country, as well as from one remarkable find—the kind of thing historians dream about: a cache of about 330 letters by Darrow hidden away in the basement of Darrow’s granddaughter’s house. This collection provides the first scholarly edition of Darrow’s letters, expertly annotated and including a large amount of previously unknown material and hard-to-locate letters. Because Darrow was a gifted writer and led a fascinating life, the letters are a delight to read. This volume also presents a major introduction by the editor, along with a chronology of Darrow’s life, and brief biographical sketches of the important individuals who appear in the letters.
In Thomas Crobsy and the Tsimshian: Small Shoes for Feet Too Large, Clarence Bolt demonstrates that the Indians were conscious participants in the acculturation and conversion process -- as long as this met their goals -- and not merely passive receivers of the blessings as typically reported by the missionaries. In order to understand the complexities of Indian-European contact, Bolt argues, one must look at the reasons for the Indians' behaviour as well as those of the Europeans. He points out that the Indians actively influenced the manner in which their relationships with the white population developed, often resulting in a complex interaction in which the values of both groups rubbed off on each other.
A commentary on contemporary culture, focusing on the tension between the viewpoints of G.K. Chesterton and Jean Baudrillard. Walton (retired president, Catholic University of America) builds his arguments in the margins of Harvard Professor Richard Pipes' claim that the US has recently acquired a "vociferous intelligentsia." Walton critiques this intelligentsia in all its forms, particularly deconstructionists, postmoderns, and gender feminists. Also covers the impact of this elite on law, business, and religion. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
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