Bøger af Cornelius Plantinga

"A treasure of pastoral wisdom on a signature virtue of the Christian life"What is gratitude? Where does it come from? Why do we need it? How does it change us?Award-winning author Cornelius Plantinga explores these questions and more in Gratitude. Celebrating the role of gratitude in our lives, Plantinga makes the case that it is the very key to understanding our relationships with one another, the world around us, and God."Plantinga compellingly blends science and Scripture in shedding new light on 'the greatest of the virtues.' He sensitively argues that gratefulness is not merely a veneer of positive thinking but rather a deep and abiding sense that goodness dwells under the rancor and heartache of daily life. A master storyteller, he makes a convincing case for why gratitude, in good times and in bad, is the best approach to life!"--Robert Emmons, editor in chief of The Journal of Positive Psychology; author of Thanks! How the New Science of Gratitude Can Make You Happier and The Little Book of Gratitude"A treasure of pastoral wisdom on a signature virtue of the Christian life. Plantinga is a master preacher, and it shows: this book seamlessly combines readability and rich insight. Readers will be grateful for the gift of this book and the way it teaches us a grateful way of life."--Rebecca DeYoung, professor, Calvin University; author of Glittering Vices"While reading this book I found myself mentally preparing the sermon series that I will no doubt be preaching on its account. It is a treasure, and all people--pastors and parishioners, people of faith and people not of faith--would be well advised to read it. Trust me, you'll be grateful that you did."--Austin Carty, pastor and author of The Pastor's Bookshelf: Why Reading Matters for Ministry

"Plantinga is attuned to the depths and secrets of Scripture"Longing. Hope. Love. Fear. These are just some of the experiences embodied in the infinitely rich Christian life.In Under the Wings of God, seasoned author Cornelius Plantinga explores these facets and more, reflecting on the joys and challenges of a life lived in the presence of God."Combining a keen mind and a pastoral heart, Plantinga is attuned to the depths and secrets of Scripture. Listen with him and hear from God in ways you never have before."--James K. A. Smith, Calvin University; editor in chief, Image; author of How to Inhabit Time"Reading Under the Wings of God is like sitting down for a one-on-one conversation with a wise and gentle friend. Plantinga enables his reader to see the extraordinary holiness of our ordinary lives."--David A. Davis, pastor, Nassau Presbyterian Church, Princeton, New Jersey"Plantinga holds up well-known passages of Scripture to the light to show us the beauty and mystery hidden within. Beautifully written and thoroughly researched, this book is a gift to the church."--Mary S. Hulst, university pastor, Calvin University"This little book is chock-full of spiritual protein and vitamins, delectably prepared. You'll be tempted to overeat. Don't do it. Read slowly, and be nourished."--Robert C. Roberts, Baylor University (emeritus)"Hearing Plantinga's sermons as a student years ago made me want to be a preacher. The Holy Spirit used them to stir both my mind and my heart. I cannot recommend this book highly enough."--Peter Jonker, minister of preaching, LaGrave Avenue Christian Reformed Church, Grand Rapids, Michigan

"A compilation of prayers centered on basic Christian longings, intended to be used daily in the morning and evening"--

From the pen of award-winning author Cornelius Plantinga Jr. comes this book of flesh-and-blood Christian meditations with a theological spine.Building on the success of two earlier editions and now splendidly updated, Beyond Doubt unpacks the deep truths of the Christian faith by raising basic questions like these: What is God like?Why pray?Male and female -- how are we related?What is Jesus doing?What is the shape of the godly life?If the Lord is with us, why do we suffer?How do we face death? Plantinga addresses such questions through short, vivid meditations, each of which begins with a Bible verse and ends with a brief edifying prayer.Written in the graceful, polished prose that Plantinga is celebrated for, Beyond Doubt will help both new Christians and mature believers to grow in their faith.

An inspiring guide for developing the Christian mind extols the crucial roll of Christian higher education in the intellectual and spiritual formation of believers.