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Now, for the first time, the essence of Dr Jensen’s theological approach has been distilled into a single volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroken into 27 accessible chapters and punctuated with key concepts, discussion questions, and quotes from great cultural and theological works, this introduction to Christian doctrine is concise and engaging enough to be read in full, while being rich and deep enough to stretch even the most enquiring Christian mind. \u003cem\u003eThe Life of Faith\u003c\/em\u003e is sure to become an indispensable resource for scholars, pastors, lay leaders and theological students alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e“The chief aim of this book is to summarize what the Bible teaches (its ‘doctrine’) about the great topics it contains. Doctrine seeks to extend our knowledge of the Bible and help us to understand it fully and accurately. It is an essential method of reading and applying the Bible … My prayer for us all is that we will begin and end with the fear of the Lord that leads to wisdom.”—Peter Jensen\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeter Jensen (DPhil, Oxford University) served as Principal of Moore Theological College, Sydney from 1985 to 2001, and as Anglican Archbishop of Sydney from 2001 to 2013. He was formerly the General Secretary of GAFCON, and continues to teach systematic theology at several theological colleges throughout Australia and beyond. He is the author of several books, including \u003cem\u003eThe Revelation of God\u003c\/em\u003e (2002) and \u003cem\u003eThe Future of Jesus\u003c\/em\u003e (2008), along with numerous articles published in journals and encyclopedias.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRecommendations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Flush\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003eThe Life of Faith\u003c\/i\u003e is an introductory systematic theology that simultaneously cuts its own swathe and sustains traditional confessional evangelical theology. The fruit of a master teacher who has spent decades serving theological students, the book does not follow the traditional loci of systematic theology, but has been shaped by the form of biblical theology developed at Moore Theological College. It is only a fraction of the length of traditional magisterial volumes (e.g. Shedd, Hodge, Bavinck, Berkhof), while being more overtly edifying. The work has the freshness of an author who in the 21st century is still engaging in evangelism: it smells of the gospel, of ‘gospelizing’, rather more than of the library, even while readers will sense the author’s allegiance to the Thirty-Nine Articles. This is an excellent book for those just starting out in serious study of theology, and for those who want a refresher.\"\u003cbr\u003e—D. A. Carson, Emeritus Professor of New Testament, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, IL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Students of the Bible are indebted to Dr Peter Jensen’s clear, concise and thoroughly readable introduction to Christian doctrine. After 25 years of teaching theological students, Dr Jensen is well across the nuances and challenges of explaining the Bible’s core focus and the appropriate human response, namely, a life of faith. This volume will be an asset to all who desire a deeper understanding of God and his word.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Dr Glenn N Davies, Anglican Archbishop of Sydney\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Every generation needs its own restatement and application of the whole sweep of biblical doctrine, and in \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Life of Faith\u003c\/i\u003e we are in the hands of a master pastor–teacher. Based on a lifetime of personal discipleship and theological study, Peter Jensen has provided us with a wonderfully accessible, heartwarming exposition of the gospel of Christ—with all that flows from it in Christian experience—that is both comprehensive and panoramic. Particular strengths include its logical clarity in argument, its engagement with contemporary issues and distortions, both cultural and theological, its penetrating correctives of “our own perceptions shaped by sinful human ideas”, but above all its unapologetic commitment to the truth and unity of the Scriptures, with Christ as their focus. The glory of God shines from these pages, causing one’s spirit to lift in praise and thanksgiving. You will want to come back to it again and again!\"\u003cbr\u003e—David Jackman, Founding Director, Cornhill Training Course, London; Former President, The Proclamation Trust, London\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"In 27 crisp and concise chapters, Peter Jensen surveys Christian doctrine, relying on the gospel as the essential source of knowledge of God, biblical theology as the pattern of his study, and personal and social application as the essential concomitant of the apprehension of theological truth. Dr Jensen offers his reader a masterful tour of the sweep of biblical doctrine with clarity, pastoral as well as theological insight, and the sense of his own warm companionship as a fellow learner at the feet of a common Master, who rules his people by his Spirit-breathed word. I warmly commend this immensely useful volume to parents teaching their older children, those involved in discipling new or mature believers, small-group Bible study leaders, and pastors thinking of offering a doctrinal sermon series or providing training to all sorts of ‘ministers of the word’ in a local church setting.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Kanishka Raffel, Anglican Archbishop of Sydney\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Those of us familiar with Peter Jensen’s teaching of Christian doctrine at Moore College for more than a quarter of a century will rejoice that the benefit we received can now be enjoyed by everyone who reads this book. Peter has always been known to us as a deep and rich thinker, one who penetrates to the heart of theological matters, bringing to them a clarity of expression and an unswerving faithfulness to the word of God. In this volume, Peter teaches us to think out from the gospel, to test everything against the Scriptures, and to pause regularly to give thanks to the God who created us and saved us in Jesus Christ. Here is theology that warms the heart, directs the mind, and feeds the soul.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Mark Thompson, Principal, Moore Theological College, Sydney\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"'Love God with all your mind'. One of the features of Christ’s quotation of the Old Testament command 'love the \u003cspan style=\"font-variant: small-caps;\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant: small-caps;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLord\u003c\/span\u003e your God' is that he adds the words, 'with all your mind' (e.g. Mark 12:30). Peter Jensen’s introduction to theology will help you do that it. It is full of godly wisdom about God and the gospel, and is persuasive, pastoral, and practical.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Peter Adam, Vicar Emeritus, St Jude’s Carlton, Melbourne; Former Principal, Ridley College, Melbourne\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"It is with great delight that I see \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Life of Faith\u003c\/em\u003e become available for the strengthening of Christ’s people. The work of one of Australia’s foremost theological educators and theologians, these studies began life as lecture notes used to help form a generation of pastors and Christian leaders, and many of us who experienced those lectures can testify to their effectiveness. These studies, having been forged and developed over decades of actual use and now completely reworked and updated into book form, are a great resource for anyone wanting a solid foundation in the Christian faith. This book combines a concern to express biblical orthodoxy in a fresh and insightful way with a blending of a pastoral heart and warmth with wisdom and gospel clarity. \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Life of Faith\u003c\/em\u003e is well worth anyone’s time to read and digest so as to grow in their knowledge and love of God and his saving ways.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Mark Baddeley, Senior Lecturer, Systematic Theology, Queensland Theological College, Brisbane\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Peter Jensen’s aim in this work is to summarize what the Bible teaches—in other words, to present the Bible’s doctrine. Readers will deepen their knowledge of the Bible, learning a sound way of reading it and applying it. Jensen is a master teacher. There is an admirable recognition of Scripture as a covenantal book provided by God to his people, with careful attention given to the biblical plotline. Even so, the insights of great ones of the Christian past are not neglected. Clarity of expression and acute theological insight characterize the whole project. A very fine work. I could sum it up as John Calvin meets Broughton Knox.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Graham Cole, Emeritus Dean and Professor Emeritus of Biblical and Systematic Theology, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, IL\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"This work is the result of years of theological reflection. Informed by various sociopolitical, cultural, theological and scholarly developments in the past two centuries, it presents a strong case for Reformed theology in the 21st century. Those of us who grew up with Reformed theology in the 20th century will find this book refreshing. It serves as a reminder not only of our core beliefs, but also of what an informed and thought-through Reformed theology should look like today in order to be relevant and yet faithful to its foundational premises.\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Bishop Jensen shows, compellingly, why some of the ‘newer’ scholarly discoveries have failed to sway him from his Reformed roots. He demonstrates how he has considered these new discoveries and given them fair considerations. For example, his treatment of biblical criticism shows how he welcomes scholarly advancements without compromising his belief that the Bible is the word of God.\u003cbr\u003e\"Bishop Jensen presents his theology to us systematically, biblically, accessibly, and concisely. Its organization helps readers to see the contours, the width and the depth of his thought, all of which come together to form a theological framework that will bring great benefit to new learners of theology. 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In \u003cem\u003eGrowth and Change\u003c\/em\u003e, Andrew Heard challenges this misconception head-on with wisdom from decades of ministry experience and deep theological reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichly biblical and heartfelt, this ground-breaking book confronts sacred cows, rejects easy answers and addresses the tensions felt by every leader who wants to proactively work for change while remaining absolutely committed to the word of God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a must-read for every church leader committed to seeing the gospel of Jesus grow and bear fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I honestly believe this could prove to be one of the most important books (after the Bible, of course) for church leaders in our time.”—Richard Coekin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“How can we care about growing a church and not lose our theological moorings in the process? Andrew Heard shows us the way.”—Ed Stetzer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Andrew Heard is well known and well trusted in Australia, his homeland. Now we pray that his influence may multiply exponentially around the world.”—D.A. Carson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A stirring call to radically rethink our trellises for the sake of growing the vine.”—Tony Payne\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Every leader of a church or Christian organization should read this.”—Robert S. Kinney\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForeword by DA Carson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1. Change and the unchanging God\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2. The danger of a passion for growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3. The necessity of a passion for growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4. The importance of numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5. Rethinking our priorities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6. Tying together the threads (so far)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7. Bearing the weight of responsibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8. Living with the tensions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9. Theologically principled pragmatism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10. Freedom and boundaries in church life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11. Freedom and boundaries for pastors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12. Leading with outcomes at the centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13. Dealing with the pressure of ministry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConclusion: Do not stoop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppendix: Five foundations for ministry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAndrew Heard has been involved in Christian ministry for nearly 30 years. In 1996, together with his wife Cathie, he established a new church on the Central Coast of NSW, now called EV Church, where he serves as Lead Pastor. In 2005 he was elected as founding President of the Fellowship of Independent Evangelical Churches. This association contains churches in most states of Australia, with more being added each year. In 2009 he became a founding director of Geneva Push, a church planting network that aims to see hundreds of new churches started around Australia. He is now Chairman of Reach Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"head accordion_toggle\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matthias Media","offers":[{"title":"Book","offer_id":40597866250326,"sku":"gac","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ebook","offer_id":40734035312726,"sku":"egac","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/files\/GrowthandChange23rgb72dpi.jpg?v=1705973579"},{"product_id":"mastered-by-the-word","title":"Mastered by the Word","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs evangelicals, we love to describe our churches as “good, Bible-teaching churches”, well-pleased that our pastors preach solid, exegetical sermons—that we are the ‘Bible guys’. Yet we often leave our kids and youth ministry teams, our Bible study leaders, and others doing important word ministry to muddle their way through without much guidance or training on how to do it well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut exegesis—reading out the meaning there in the text—is a critical process that anyone teaching God’s word to others can and should be thinking through. We must be mastered by the word before we wield it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eMastered by the Word\u003c\/em\u003e, Craig Hamilton explains how to deeply and rightly read and understand the Bible by considering important issues such as context, genre, key words, Old Testament quotations, history, theology, and more. At the end of each step, he gives a masterclass on how to apply what has been covered by showing his working when exegeting the account in Mark 5 of Jesus’ interaction with the demon-possessed man.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraig is passionate about equipping every Christian to uncover all they can from a passage of Scripture and become better teachers of God’s word. This step-by-step guide will take you by the hand so that what seems intimidating and only relevant for Bible college graduates becomes an intuitive process for all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraig Hamilton is a graduate of Moore Theological College, and is the senior minister at Pitt Town Anglican. He is the author of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/wisdom-in-leadership\" title=\"Wisdom in Leadership\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWisdom in Leadership\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/wisdom-in-leadership-development\" title=\"Wisdom in Leadership Development\"\u003eWisdom in Leadership Development\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/made-man\" title=\"Made Man\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMade Man\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe purpose of exegesis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe process of exegesis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep 1: Testament context\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep 2: Biblical theology context\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep 3: Genre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep 4: My questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep 5: Structural context\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep 6: Geography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep 7: Connecting words\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep 8: Key words and Old Testament quotations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep 9: Historical background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep 10: The big idea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep 11: Theology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep 12: Look out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe posture of exegesis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"head accordion_toggle\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matthias Media","offers":[{"title":"Book","offer_id":41607700086870,"sku":"mbtw","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ebook","offer_id":41682035638358,"sku":"embtw","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/files\/MasteredbytheWord24rgb150dpi.jpg?v=1721079393"},{"product_id":"motherhood","title":"Motherhood","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you ever get the sense that you’re stuck on autopilot as a mother? That day follows day, and you’re just going through the motions while life rushes past?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this warm, insightful book, Jocelyn Loane asks us to pause for a moment to consider the immense privilege and responsibility before us as mothers. With grace and humour, Jocelyn shows us how the gospel shapes the big priorities as well as the nitty-gritty moments of motherhood. She offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewisdom for the daily dilemmas and difficulties mothers face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epractical ideas for gospel-shaped discipline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erealistic suggestions for prayer and Bible times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprofound truths to cling to when motherhood feels overwhelming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a new mother or a seasoned parent, this book will refresh your heart and equip you for the extraordinary gospel opportunities still ahead of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForeword\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe purpose of Christian motherhood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart 1: Principles and priorities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1. Good gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2. Love\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3. Forgiven sinners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4. Obedience and discipline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5. Discipline in practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6. Prayer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7. Disciple-making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8. Mothers, not fathers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart 2: Decisions and difficulties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9. Mum guilt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10. Paid work and ministry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11. Idols and identity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12. When motherhood is hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended resources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcknowledgements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJocelyn Loane has served alongside her husband, Ed, in various full-time ministries over the years, but one of her most important roles is being ‘Mum’ to their five children. Jocelyn also serves as a chaplain to female students at Moore Theological College, Sydney.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCommendations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eSome parenting books can be burdensome, leaving us feeling overwhelmed with a list of things we ought to be doing. Not this book! It refreshed my joy in the privilege of being a mother and made me eager to apply the practical, biblical wisdom Jocelyn Loane shares in each chapter. In a world of competing ideas about how to parent well, Jocelyn points us to the best and only true source for confident parenting: the wisdom of God as revealed in his word. I hope many mothers at every stage of parenting will read this!\u003cbr\u003eJackie Gibson, Author, \u003cem\u003eYou Are Still a Mother: Hope for women grieving a stillbirth or miscarriage\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book was so good for me to read—even though I’m not a mother myself. It is packed with biblical truths and affirming of everything it means to be a woman in Christ. Motherhood is esteemed but not idolized. Advice is real and practical. Siren voices from the secular world can be loud, but this book speaks liberating gospel wisdom into the ups and downs of all that it means to be a mother.\u003cbr\u003eChapters are short with helpful discussion questions at the end. This book is ideal for reading slowly and discussing with friends, whatever your stage of motherhood, or even if you are not a mother yourself.\u003cbr\u003eLizzie Ling, Minister (Women), St Ebbe’s Church, Oxford, UK\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThe endless parenting advice put forth in our social media age can be overwhelming, but Jocelyn Loane encourages Christian mothers by keeping the main thing central. While offering biblically grounded wisdom on a host of practical parenting issues, she repeatedly brings readers back to the gospel. Jocelyn writes with honesty, humility and humour as she shows us how the good news of Jesus Christ infuses our mothering with purpose and hope. As a mom in the trenches with four boys at home, this book spurred me on in seeking to raise disciples of Jesus, while still entrusting my children to him. Regardless of the season of motherhood you’re in, this book will be a helpful resource, and I highly recommend it.\u003cbr\u003eSarah Rice\u003cbr\u003ePastor’s Wife, Huntsville, Alabama; Author, \u003cem\u003eGospel-Shaped Womanhood: How losing yourself and finding your identity in Christ changes everything\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eAs a women’s ministry director, there are precious few books on motherhood that I feel comfortable recommending to our church family. Many, if not most, set unrealistic expectations and view motherhood as the ultimate end goal, while others treat the job too casually. So I was thrilled to find that Jocelyn Loane’s book does exactly what her tagline promises: she shows how the gospel shapes our purpose and priorities in motherhood. This is not a how-to manual or a prescriptive manifesto. Rather, Jocelyn handles the topic of motherhood with humility and sincerity, all the while keeping an eye on the one who made us mothers in the first place. I heartily recommend getting this resource into as many hands—both young and old!—as possible.\u003cbr\u003eBeth Harrell, Women’s Ministry Director, Old North Church, Canfield, Ohio\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThis is a delightful book. It is soaked in Scripture and written by someone living in the trenches of motherhood. Full of grace, wisdom and a wonderful ability to laugh at herself, Jocelyn delivers numerous practical examples that flesh out the principles without being overly prescriptive. Reading this will help you think richly about a biblical portrait of motherhood and walk away rejoicing in the opportunity to live out God’s grace in some of your most precious relationships. Dads will be greatly blessed by reading it too, and better equipped to encourage the mums in their life. We highly recommend it.\u003cbr\u003ePaul and Cathy Grimmond, Dean of Students\/Faculty Wife, Moore Theological College, Sydney\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eIn the pages of this book, you will hear the voice of a wise, warm and genuine Christian friend who presents a vision for motherhood that is shaped by Scripture, grounded in the gospel and lived out faithfully (not perfectly!) in her own life. You will be encouraged, inspired and equipped as Jocelyn Loane shows you what the Bible has to say about the eternally significant vocation that God has given to Christian mothers. Jocelyn manages to hold out God’s ideals for family life in a way that remains realistic and compassionate; she brings balance and grace even to the most heated and divisive topics. If you truly believe that God’s word can make you “equipped for every good work” (2 Tim 3:17), including the good work of motherhood, then this book is for you.\u003cbr\u003eHarriet Connor, Author, \u003cem\u003eBig Picture Parents: Ancient wisdom for modern life\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eFamilies in God’s Plan: 12 Foundational Bible Studies\u003c\/em\u003e; Editor, \u003cem\u003eParenting in God’s Family: Biblical wisdom for navigating everyday issues\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eWhile I’ve never had children, I’ve watched lots of friends navigate the beauty and challenge of being mothers. Jocelyn Loane’s book helps us in the privileged yet complex world of motherhood, providing great wisdom through the lens of biblical principles. At the same time, Jocelyn recognizes that raising children isn’t linear and comes with many ups and downs. Her personal anecdotes assure us this is someone who continues to ‘walk the walk’. I believe this book will be a tremendous resource for those seeking to be intentional in helping their children grow to know and love Jesus.\u003cbr\u003eKara Hartley, Archdeacon for Women’s Ministry, Anglican Diocese of Sydney\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eI wish this book had been written when I became a mother 54 years ago! It has many treasures in it to help address the myriad issues of motherhood.\u003cbr\u003eIt is a deeply personal book. Jocelyn Loane’s writing style is very accessible as she takes the reader through her own mothering experience—practically, biblically and theologically. Her illustrations and examples confront the issues we all face and have to think through. I was taken back to my family’s Bible reading after our evening meals and the challenge that presented. I love the way Jocelyn works through the practicalities of family life, and her honesty about the struggles and decisions she and Ed have made.\u003cbr\u003eIt is a challenging read as well. It is much more than a handbook on raising a family: it’s an encouragement for the reader’s relationship with Christ in all she does in her marriage and family circumstances. Even now as a great grandmother I have benefited from reading Jocelyn’s book.\u003cbr\u003eChristine Jensen, Member of the Order of Australia; Former President, Mothers Union Sydney\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThe mums I know and love hear so many different voices telling them what it means to be a good mum, and it’s just exhausting. What a blessing it is to have such words of wisdom in this thoughtful, practical gem of a book. Jocelyn Loane knows what it is like to raise children in today’s world, and the struggles, questions and challenges that she relates will resonate deeply with mums. I’m confident that as they read, mums will have their eyes lifted to the Lord Jesus, full of grace and truth, and so be better equipped to lead their children in worshipping him alone.\u003cbr\u003eHannah Blake, Women’s and Children’s Minister, St Nicholas Church, Sevenoaks, Kent, UK\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eJocelyn Loane’s \u003cem\u003eMotherhood \u003c\/em\u003eis full of grace for Christian mothers. This is primarily because her focus is on who they and their children are in God’s eyes. However, it is also because the reader gets the sense that Jocelyn is walking alongside them, encouraging them in the gift and responsibility they have. It is a warm, relational and beautifully written book. Sharing honestly about her own experience as a mother, Jocelyn offers practical help and touches on common feelings and issues that mothers experience. Motherhood manages to provide both comfort and challenge because it is Christo-centric. It helps readers remember that mothering matters to God; therefore, he has a purpose for it and is always with them as they love and care for their children. This book helps you experience God’s kindness in Christ and want to live in response to that, in all the ups and downs of living this side of the new creation.\u003cbr\u003eJane Tooher, Lecturer, Ministry and Church History; Director, The Priscilla \u0026amp; Aquila Centre, Moore Theological College, Sydney; Co-author, \u003cem\u003eEmbracing Complementarianism: Turning biblical principles into positive church culture\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eWhat a joy this book is! Jocelyn Loane combines a rich theological understanding with relatable warmth and humility as she shares her own mothering journey. She lifts our eyes from autopilot to see the beautiful place that God has ordained for motherhood in his eternal plans, whilst also walking arm-in-arm with us through the everyday experiences this brings. Jocelyn bravely draws us to consider issues we often skirt past, but with such empathy and grace that we are encouraged afresh to bring all areas of our motherhood to Jesus. As a mum of four, I felt seen and understood as I read this book but, far more significantly, my heart was warmed afresh to see my God who knows, sees, understands, forgives, changes and loves both me and my children far more abundantly than I could ever ask or imagine.\u003cbr\u003eAlice Brown, Ministry Wife, Durham, UK\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eJocelyn Loane has written a heart-warming and empowering primer on Christian motherhood. With her experience as a mother of five children—including a set of twins!—she is no stranger to the struggles and she empathizes with the daily weariness of mothering. The author’s conviction that God’s word is true, good and useful underlies every paragraph. The result is a vision of motherhood infused with joy and thankfulness, despite the hardships of living in a fallen world. I wish I could have read this book when I first became a mum over twenty years ago. But even now, this book brought biblical clarity on my own mothering and is a concise resource as I walk alongside younger mums—training them in the good work of loving their children (Titus 2:3–5).\u003cbr\u003eReaders of this book will be left with a practical vision for a mother’s love, framed by God’s love for the world.\u003cbr\u003eIsobel Lin, Chair, EQUIP Women’s Conference; Chaplain, Moore Theological College, Sydney\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eSteeped in Scripture, \u003cem\u003eMotherhood\u003c\/em\u003e provides an encouraging reminder of our primary role in raising our children to be disciples of Christ. With a clear focus on the gospel and our identity in Jesus, Jocelyn Loane encourages us to delight in our children as we seek to win their hearts for him. She handles an extensive range of issues, including controversial ones, in a non-judgemental way with godly wisdom and pastoral sensitivity. As God’s word is clearly explained, Jocelyn both encourages and challenges us, providing helpful guidance and showing us how this has worked out in practice in her own family. Her humility is clear throughout this deeply biblical book as she keeps pointing us to Jesus and the forgiveness he freely offers. I have had the privilege of watching Joc (and Ed) raise five wonderful children and am excited that she has been persuaded to share her wisdom with us in this book.\u003cbr\u003eKathryn Thompson, Principal’s Wife, Moore Theological College, Sydney; Business and Finance Director, Church Missionary Society NSW \u0026amp; ACT\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eWhether a new mum or a bit more experienced, it’s great to pause and reassess our parenting priorities. This book on motherhood will help you to do just that.\u003cbr\u003eJocelyn Loane looks at the principles of parenting with lots of biblical wisdom and a peppering of practical advice throughout as well. 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Do you pray as often as you’d like to? Does it feel like a chore? Most Christians long for a deep, fulfilling prayer life, but life’s busyness and distractions can make prayer an afterthought or a burden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003ePrayerfulness\u003c\/em\u003e, experienced pastor and Bible teacher Peter Adam guides you in rediscovering the joy and power of prayer. He uses the Bible, the wisdom of Christians from the past, and down-to-earth examples to help you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eunderstand the biblical foundations of prayer and see how the gospel can transform your prayer life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eovercome common obstacles to prayerfulness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elearn how to plead God’s promises, actions, character and reputation—going beyond simply asking God for things\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexperience many kinds of prayer—thanks, praise, lament, confession, dedication—and the joy of bringing your requests to God.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re just starting out or looking to go deeper in prayer, \u003cem\u003ePrayerfulness\u003c\/em\u003e will help you embrace God’s gracious and transformative gift of prayer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003e1. What is prayer?\u003cbr\u003e2. Our relationship with God\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eGod’s promises, actions, character and reputation\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3. An anatomy of prayerlessness\u003cbr\u003e4. Enriching our prayers and using written prayers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePraying for ourselves and others\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5. Letting the Bible enrich our prayers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLearning to pray the Bible\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6. Praying the Lord’s Prayer\u003cbr\u003e7. Jesus and the apostles on prayer\u003cbr\u003e8. Repentance, confession and lament\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eServices of repentance, confession and lament\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e9. ‘Unanswered’ prayers\u003cbr\u003e10. Prayer, fasting, decisions and promises\u003cbr\u003e11. Prayer for deliverance and protection\u003cbr\u003e12. A praying church\u003cbr\u003e13. Planning to pray\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDaily prayers\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMore Bible-enriched prayers\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAppendix: More resources on prayer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeter Adam is vicar emeritus of St Jude’s Carlton in Melbourne, Australia. He was formerly vicar of St Jude’s, then principal of Ridley College, Melbourne. He is the author of numerous books, including \u003cem\u003eSpeaking God’s Words\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eHearing God’s Words\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eWritten for Us\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Message of Malachi\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Majestic Son\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eWalking in God’s Words\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eEsther\u003c\/em\u003e. He is a regular speaker at training conferences for pastors and preachers, he mentors young ministers, and he runs ministry workshops on preaching and on praying. You can find more of his writing at \u003ca title=\"Peter Adam's website\" href=\"https:\/\/peteradam.org\/\"\u003epeteradam.org\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCommendations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThere are many books about prayer, and if, like me, you’ve probably already read one or two, I hope you’ll read one more: \u003cem\u003ePrayerfulness\u003c\/em\u003e, by Peter Adam. Distilled from a lifetime of studying God’s word and walking in God’s ways, Adam gently diagnoses the causes of our prayerlessness and winsomely invites us into a more prayer-saturated life. With its bullet points, sample prayers, practical advice, and insight into our very human struggle to commune with God in a meaningful and consistent way, this book doesn’t simply tell us to pray; it opens us up and instils in us a greater desire to pray. \u003cbr\u003e—Nancy Guthrie, Author of \u003cem\u003ePraying Through the Bible for Your Kids\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eAny book that nurtures our prayer life is to be prized. This is such a book. Peter Adam faithfully engages the Bible with pastoral deftness and theological astuteness, and makes numerous practical applications born of experience. A feast.\u003cbr\u003e—Graham Cole, Dean Emeritus and Professor Emeritus of Biblical and Systematic Theology at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, IL, USA\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eIn \u003cem\u003ePrayerfulness\u003c\/em\u003e, Peter Adam’s scholarship is made accessible and deeply practical. Adam walks us through his own prayers and prayer practices as well as showing how they are rooted in Scripture. At one point he writes, “We need deliberate, sustained coaching in prayer, as in every area of our lives”. You may not be able to have Adam as your personal prayer coach, but \u003cem\u003ePrayerfulness\u003c\/em\u003e is the next best thing: a conversation in which he encourages you to take next steps in prayer. \u003cbr\u003e—Tim Chester, Lecturer in Spiritual Formation at Crosslands Training, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, and author of \u003cem\u003eEnjoying Jesus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eAn absolute masterclass on true biblical prayer! Jesus wanted his people to learn how to pray, and Peter Adam leaves no spiritual stone unturned in carrying out our Lord’s desire. He reminds us that prayer is simply talking to God, and that God loves to talk to us about … anything! We can pray what Peter calls “big prayers”, about the world, the nations, God’s plan, and so on, and “little prayers”, about things like our failures, difficulties, trials, relationships, and joys. We are encouraged by sound theology and practical wisdom to pray in a biblical way.\u003cbr\u003ePeter widens our perspective and shows us that prayer is not just asking God for our needs, though that’s important; it also includes praise, thanksgiving, trust, repentance, lament, dedication and worship. His section on prayers of lament is gold!\u003cbr\u003eChristians, pastors, and churches in the West need this book, to bring us back to a true prayerfulness.\u003cbr\u003e—Wally Behan, Former Rector of St John’s Latimer Square (now Latimer Church), Christchurch, New Zealand\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eHere is the fruit of a lifetime listening to God, responding to God, and sharing the gospel of God. The book is a treasure chest full of seasoned personal experience and pastoral wisdom, generously shared to “help people in gospel ministry to pray for themselves, to pray for their ministries, to pray with their fellow workers, to teach and train others to pray, to lead in prayer, and to promote a culture of prayerfulness in their church or ministry”.\u003cbr\u003e—Johnny Juckes, Former President of Oak Hill College, London, UK\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eWhat a wonderfully helpful gift to God’s people is this new book from Peter Adam. \u003cem\u003ePrayerfulness\u003c\/em\u003e is encouraging, challenging and inspiring. It is gracious, scriptural, pastoral and practical—full of ideas to try, examples to use, dangers to avoid, wisdom to learn from, and grace to rejoice in.\u003cbr\u003eIn it, Peter sends us again and again to God in his word and then calls us to turn those words into prayer. Sharing his life, doctrine and even his progress, Peter calls us to a richer, deeper, broader prayer life, both individually and corporately to the glory of God.\u003cbr\u003eThe aim of the book is to help us pray. And that’s what it does. Praise God.\u003cbr\u003e—Pete Sorrensen, Regional Team Leader at AFES Victoria, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003ePeter Adam has blessed us with this rich banquet of a book on prayerfulness. It reflects the breadth of the biblical teaching on prayer, the depth of our dependence upon our triune God, and the height of the privilege we have in lifting our hearts to heaven in prayer. Not only does Adam allow us to eavesdrop, as it were, into his years of prayerfulness, but he supplies us with so many practical ideas and helps to enfold into our own personal prayer lives. This book is important for church leaders to read also, for with so many churches desperate to reach and revitalize Australia for Christ, how important it is that our corporate church life is increasingly dependent upon both public and private prayer to the Lord. The fervent prayers of the righteous avail much, and so I wholeheartedly commend this book. \u003cbr\u003e—Mark Earngey, Head of Church History and Lecturer in Christian Thought at Moore Theological College, Sydney, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eWhen senior ministry leaders take Peter Adam’s short course in prayer and emerge saying, “This has been the best and most revolutionary thing for my prayer life”, you sit up and notice. Much of that course is in this book. But be forewarned: this is not a casual, inspirational read. It is instead the full twelve-course meal in growing yourself as a biblically formed and theologically rich pray-er. It will inspire and challenge you to further glorify, worship and appeal to God more constantly as his beloved child and faithful worker. It will help you to help others grow as faithful prayer warriors. It will minister gospel grace to your soul. I can’t think of another book I’d rather use for small group studies next! A book to spend the year with.\u003cbr\u003e—Wei-Han Kuan, Executive Director of CMS Victoria, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eI admit I was surprised. Of course I was expecting to learn about prayer in this book, but I wasn’t ready for such rich reflection on matters of the soul and pastoral theology more generally. Drawing on Bible themes, topics like atonement and the church, and quotations from great people of prayer in history, Peter Adam gives us sage advice as well as a window into his own heart, providing written examples of praise, intercession and lament that he has found useful himself and commends to us too. Just when I thought I knew where Peter was taking us, I had to slow down and read again something that had been freshly worded or profoundly summarized. Why is common sense to help us in a close walk with the Lord so hard to find? Simple. Direct. Compassionate. Practical. \u003cbr\u003e—Rev Canon Dr Rhys Bezzant, Dean of the Anglican Institute and Principal at Ridley College, Melbourne, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eI am one of the legion of people who have been enormously helped by Peter Adam’s books on preaching and the ministry of the Word. \u003cem\u003eSpeaking God’s Words: A practical theology of preaching\u003c\/em\u003e is widely and rightly known as a contemporary classic. Now, Dr Adam has written a unique volume on prayer that deserves returning to time and again. It is full of the fruit of Dr Adam’s sustained personal practice and reflection on that most intimate, precious, but perpetually neglected privilege of Christian discipleship: prayer to our Heavenly Father, through the Son in the power of the Spirit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrayerfulness: Cultivating a Bible-enriched prayer life\u003c\/em\u003e is bursting with wise biblical insight, generous practical encouragement, and devotionally rich resources, including worked examples: ready-to-use prayers for many contexts and circumstances, and concise liturgies suitable for personal, pastoral or corporate ministry.\u003cbr\u003eBest of all, Dr Adam articulates a vision for growing our own relationship with God in prayer that relies upon and responds to what God has said in his word. This is a book that lives up to its title. It’s a book to read slowly, and to re-read, so as to mine every page for the nuggets of gold immediately and directly applicable in daily routines of prayer.\u003cbr\u003eSurely personal and corporate prayerlessness is one of the besetting sins of our age. Here is a bold, biblical and resolutely practical counteroffensive that is also theologically rich and pastorally sensitive. It will benefit the new believer, those long-serving in the battle, the local church and the pastor. Highly recommended. \u003cbr\u003e—Archbishop Kanishka Raffel, Archbishop of the Anglican Diocese of Sydney, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matthias Media","offers":[{"title":"Book","offer_id":42197984411734,"sku":"pray","price":34.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ebook","offer_id":42305999568982,"sku":"epray","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/files\/Prayerfulness25rgb150dpi.jpg?v=1742439982"},{"product_id":"unshaken-allegiance","title":"Unshaken Allegiance","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"Flush\"\u003eFor many years, Christians in the West have been able to take religious freedom for granted. But it seems those days are over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eUnshaken Allegiance\u003c\/i\u003e, Professor Patrick Parkinson draws on decades of experience as a lawyer and legal scholar to impart the wisdom God’s people need in this moment. Blending biblical insight, numerous case studies and deep knowledge of the political and cultural landscape, Parkinson delivers a much-needed playbook for navigating the challenges we face as faithful followers of Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten for Christian leaders and lay people alike, \u003ci\u003eUnshaken Allegiance\u003c\/i\u003e will inspire resilience and hope while urging us to live as committed citizens of God’s unshakable kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart I: Understanding the problem\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1. When law becomes a source of oppression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2. The diminishing scope for religious freedom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3. The weaponization of laws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4. Religious freedom as a human right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5. Faith perspectives\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart II: Law and faith\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6. The limitations on obedience to government\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7. What does it mean to obey the law?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart III: When law comes into conflict with ministry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8. Living peaceable lives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9. A conflict with Christ’s commands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10. Mounting a legal defence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11. Religious freedom in a multicultural society\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatrick Parkinson AM, MA, LLM, LLD is an Emeritus Professor of Law and former Dean of Law at the University of Queensland. Professor Parkinson has been involved in advocacy for religious freedom in Australia for many years, in particular as board member and sometime Chair of Freedom for Faith. He is an expert on family law and child protection and has held various positions chairing governmental advisory bodies in Australia in these areas, leading to significant law reform. His books include\u003cem\u003e Child Sexual Abuse and the Churches\u003c\/em\u003e, first published in 1997. He is currently the Executive Director of \u003ca title=\"Publica\" href=\"https:\/\/publica.org.au\"\u003ePublica\u003c\/a\u003e, a Christian organization concerned with strengthening family and community relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCommendations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eHighly regarded US Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas once explained that the art of great legal writing is “to put a ten-dollar idea in a five-cent sentence”. In other words, there are skilled ways to put important things in language that’s accessible. That is exactly what Patrick Parkinson has done in this book. Drawing on law, politics, culture and theology, Parkinson not only provides an astute overview of the great challenges facing our times, but—crucially—he also offers a clear and practical roadmap on how to respond well as faithful Christians.\u003cbr\u003e—Paul Coleman, Executive Director, Alliance Defending Freedom International\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003ePatrick Parkinson has done us a great service in writing this book. The relationship between Christians and the law, particularly laws around religious freedom, is changing rapidly in the West. Parkinson helps us to navigate the challenges that these changes bring with his typically clear and measured approach. He knows his law and his Bible, and integrates the two with wisdom, practical advice and careful consideration of both domains. This book is a must-read for any Christian who is in public life, or who wonders whether their Christian convictions might put them at odds with the law.\u003cbr\u003e—The Right Rev Dr Richard Condie, Anglican Bishop of Tasmania\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book identifies fast-moving and dangerous illiberal trends in Western culture. This cultural progressivism poses a direct threat to free speech, which is, in turn, a big challenge for the Church. There needs to be a strong push-back against this new illiberalism, and Patrick Parkinson’s book helps us to understand what is happening and what to do next.\u003cbr\u003e—Martin Charlesworth, Founder of Jubilee+, United Kingdom\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eWe are most fortunate that Professor Patrick Parkinson’s expertise in law and public policy has been marshalled in the cause of religious freedom. This lucid and practical guide to the legal pitfalls lying in wait for those in active public Christian service will be a most valuable resource for many years.\u003cbr\u003e—Rex Ahdar, Emeritus Professor of Law, University of Otago, New Zealand\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003ePatrick Parkinson has written a timely and courageous book that tackles one of the most pressing issues of our era: the erosion of religious freedom in post-Christian societies. With clarity and compassion, he equips Christians to navigate legal and cultural pressures with both wisdom and faith.\u003cbr\u003eThis is a vital resource for church leaders and believers alike who are seeking to understand the shifting legal and cultural landscape. Parkinson offers not only expert and experienced legal insight but deep pastoral concern in urging the church to respond with integrity and courage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnshaken Allegiance\u003c\/em\u003e is both a wake-up call and a guidebook. Drawing on decades of legal and Christian service, Parkinson helps readers grasp the real challenges facing people of faith today, and shows us how to live faithfully—even when the law may not always be our ally.\u003cbr\u003e—David Hodson OBE KC (Hons) MCIArb, Honorary Professor of Law, University of Leicester\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eProfessor Patrick Parkinson’s book is a must-read for Christians who want to understand the rising challenges to religious freedom in Australia, and how to respond when obedience to God brings us into conflict with the law of the land. Patrick has a rare talent to make complex legal issues both comprehensible and engaging. \u003cem\u003eUnshaken Allegiance\u003c\/em\u003e is a timely wake-up call; for too long we have taken for granted the freedom to practise our faith, and we need to prepare ourselves for adverse headwinds to come. I wholeheartedly commend this book to you.\u003cbr\u003e—The Right Reverend Dr Michael Stead, Anglican Bishop of South Sydney, Chair of Freedom for Faith\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matthias Media","offers":[{"title":"Book","offer_id":42536089190486,"sku":"ual","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ebook","offer_id":43674110558294,"sku":"eual","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/files\/UnshakenAllegiance25rgb150dpi.jpg?v=1753921114"},{"product_id":"the-sinning-saint","title":"The Sinning Saint","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpend a couple of minutes reflecting on your day so far. Have you been a sinner or a saint? Do you know what your answer means or implies? Are you confident in that answer?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes the Christian life is a sweet embrace of God’s holiness. At other times, we seem so thoroughly poisoned by sin that we’re tempted to despair.  Our sin can make us question if we’re really Christian, and the wrestle to put it to death can be so difficult that we wonder whether there is any hope of change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichard and Jeanette Chin have spent years encouraging young Christians to find answers to these questions in the Scriptures. In \u003cem\u003eThe Sinning Saint\u003c\/em\u003e, they share the awesome wonders of who God is, the sobering reality of who we are, and how Christ’s holiness defines us and empowers our daily battle with evil. Come with them to find hope for your worst days, rest for the weary soul, and practical ways to fight temptation. Discover how the gospel of Jesus can transform not just your thoughts and feelings but your whole life, both now and into eternity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA brief word on methodology\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart I: Essential foundations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e1. The essence: What is holiness?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e2. The foundations: Incompatibilities\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e3. The first problem: We’re all sinners\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e4. The second problem: God’s righteous justice\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e5. The only solution: The sanctifying sacrifice\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart II: Our new identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e6. The great transformation: How sinners can become saints\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e7. The motivational means: Be who you are\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e8. The ongoing problem: Saints still sin\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e9. The ongoing solution: Sinners need the Spirit\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart III: Battle tactics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e10. The ongoing fight: Know your enemy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e11. Battle scars: Know your weakness\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e12. No more sorrow: Know your future\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e13. Contending together: Know your family\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e14. Conscience and confession: Know your freedom\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e15. Transformation: Know the truth\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e16. Bold proclamation: Know and share the truth\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConclusion: Being different and blending in\u003cbr\u003eFurther reading\u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Flush\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRichard Chin\u003c\/b\u003e is the father of four married children, and grandfather of three grandchildren (so far). His first wife (Bronwyn) went to be with the Lord on Resurrection Sunday in 2013. For over twenty years, he has served on university campuses as National Director of the Australian Fellowship of Evangelical Students (AFES). He loves proclaiming Jesus to the nations, and is also the author of \u003ci\u003eCaptivated by Christ \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eHow to read the Bible better.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Flush\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJeanette\u003c\/b\u003e married Richard in 2016, and has always loved telling people about the hope of God’s kingdom. After graduating from Moore Theological College, she has enjoyed reading the Bible with university students, teaching the Scriptures to primary school girls, and sowing gospel seeds through Mark Drama Australia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, Richard and Jeanette relish time with family, serve their local church, and depend daily on the sanctifying work of Christ Jesus.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCommendations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book is an invaluable guide to the Christian life. Richard and Jeannette Chin faithfully unpack profound biblical truths in an accessible manner, helping believers understand who they are in Christ and how to put that reality into daily practice. I look forward to putting it into the hands of new believers, as well as longstanding Christians who want to take a fresh look at what it means to be holy.\u003cbr\u003e—Andrew Cheah, Dean, St Mary’s Anglican Cathedral, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eYou might have seen some odd books out there on the topic of holiness, but \u003cem\u003eThe Sinning Saint\u003c\/em\u003e is definitely not one of them. It is soundly biblical and infused with gospel hope; weighty topics are carried along with joyful confidence in Christ. The practical wisdom woven throughout makes it a real page-turner for those who have ears to hear. Of particular note is how The Sinning Saint is written in accessible prose for a new generation of believers (where else can you read a GK Beale quote on the same page as a reference to Taylor Swift?). This book is a gift to the church.\u003cbr\u003e—Gloria Furman, Author, Missional Motherhood, \u003cem\u003eLabor with Hope\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eTreasuring Christ When Your Hands Are Full\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003ePastorally sensitive and grounded in robust theological thinking about sin and holiness, this is a book that can strengthen every Christian’s battle against sin. We’ll aim to put this much-needed resource into the hands of every sinning saint at our church.\u003cbr\u003e—Ivan Chow, Senior Pastor, Bukit Arang Church, Singapore\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eSometimes as Christians we feel a bit like Jekyll and Hyde—are we saints or sinners? It can leave us, or those we love, feeling confused, uncertain or downcast. With a mix of big truths and bite-sized wisdom, the Chins show us the Bible’s reassuring answer: we are sinning saints. A great book to read, and a wonderful resource to share.\u003cbr\u003e—Annabel Nixey, Speaker, EQUIP Women’s Conference, Australia; Resources and Training Pastor, Crossroads Christian Church, Canberra, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eRichard and Jeanette Chin have written a pastorally warm, theologically sure-footed and biblically rich account of God’s call to holiness. The topic (strangely neglected by modern evangelicals) is an urgent one. This book has all the telltale signs of authors who have taken their own walks with God seriously and have helped others to do so as well. It is well worth reading for anyone keen to live a life that pleases the Lord.\u003cbr\u003e—Rory Shiner, Senior Pastor, Providence City Church, Perth, Australia; Chair, The Gospel Coalition Australia Council\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eRichard and Jeanette Chin take the complex and often misunderstood ideas of holiness and transformation and at one and the same time explain them simply and clearly, making the possession and pursuit of them profoundly attractive. This book is full of liberating gospel truth. It is punctuated with compelling illustrations and application. It is thoroughly readable, and it will do you good! I highly recommend it.\u003cbr\u003e—William Taylor, Rector, St Helen’s Bishopsgate, London, UK\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eIf I had a dollar for every time a troubled soul asked me about sin in the life of a believer, I would be a lot richer today. But as the love of money is the root of all kinds of evils, I suspect that thinking like that indicates the sinfulness and unholiness of this saint! Richard and Jeanette Chin have done us a wonderful kindness by addressing the issues of the sinning saint. It is a marvellous topic to open up the great grace of our glorious Saviour while laying before us the importance of striving for holiness.\u003cbr\u003e—Phillip Jensen, Bible teacher and evangelist, Two Ways Ministries, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003ePastorally, the issue of holiness crops up constantly. Sometimes it has a theological edge. More often it arises from guilt and personal conviction around sin. \u003cem\u003eThe Sinning Saint\u003c\/em\u003e is theologically insightful, exegetically careful, and above all gospel centred. One of its strengths is its practicality. This is a great resource for believers wanting to live holy lives.\u003cbr\u003e—Wei-Han Kuan, Executive Director of CMS Victoria, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eAn excellent and timely book! Some Christians assume we are saints, and don’t recognize our present sins—the greatest barrier to our lives and ministries. Others assume we are sinners, and have no expectation that God will transform us into the image of his Son. Both assumptions are dead ends. This book shows us from the Bible the ‘what’ and ‘how’ of holiness, sin and transformation through Christ. Buy it for yourself and give copies to others! \u003cbr\u003e—Peter Adam, Former Vicar, St Jude’s Church Carlton, Melbourne, Australia; Former Principal, Ridley College, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eAre you a sinner or a saint? It’s such a simple yet profoundly important diagnostic question. In an increasingly polarized world, we are drawn to the simplicity of categorizing other people like this, but if you follow the Lord Jesus and are honest with yourself, you know that you are, in fact, a sinning saint. Honest—that’s what this book is. Richard and Jeanette are honest with us about the holiness of God; honest about us and our sin; and honest about the glorious transforming gospel of Jesus. This book helped me to see each of these things more clearly and left me encouraged to more deeply soak in the gospel of the Lord Jesus, and to live a boldly distinct, Jesus-like life in the power of the Holy Spirit. Do yourself a favour and read on.\u003cbr\u003e—Simon Gillham, Former Vice Principal and Head of Department of Mission, Moore Theological College, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eRichard and Jeanette Chin have created a masterpiece for our age. They have crafted this book with the theological precision necessary to understand our fallen condition, allowing us to see God’s incredible redeeming love for us in Christ Jesus.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sinning Saint \u003c\/em\u003eis an engaging book from start to finish. It features vulnerable illustrations and compelling applications, from historic quotes by Richard Sibbes to modern lyrics by Taylor Swift. It will draw you in, and as it does you’ll gain a deeper understanding of yourself. But even more, this book will help you to know God.\u003cbr\u003e—J. Mack Stiles, Director, Messenger Ministries, USA\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eI knew \u003cem\u003eThe Sinning Saint\u003c\/em\u003e would be a good read given that it is written by the Chins. However, I was surprised at how exceptionally well it is written and how profound are its theological insights. A must-read!\u003cbr\u003e—Ray Galea, Senior Pastor, Fellowship Church, Dubai, UAE\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIf you’ve ever caught yourself thinking that your sins and failures as a Christian might tip you out of God’s kingdom, or the opposite—that your sins and failures don’t really matter very much—then you need this rich and wise book. Richard and Jeanette Chin are honest and insightful about the reality of sin in our lives, but just as insightful and practical in teaching us what the Bible says about God’s holiness and our sainthood in the gospel. Very much recommended.\u003cbr\u003e—Tony Payne, Lecturer in Christian Thought, Moore Theological College, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIt’s hard for sinners to live as saints. We may veer off into laxity or legalism, passivity or perfectionism, or a dozen other dead ends. But Richard and Jeanette Chin have written a beautiful guide to living the holy life our holy God saved us for. Deeply grounded in the gospel, this book is gentle, personal, direct, realistic and full of Scripture. \u003cem\u003eThe Sinning Saint\u003c\/em\u003e is a short but brilliant aid to help us face our sinfulness and pursue holiness in utter dependence on Christ. Get it for yourself and give it to others. We all need this help.\u003cbr\u003e—Murray Capill, Dean of Ministry Development and Lecturer in Pastoral Ministry, Reformed Theological College, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a book that does exactly what your heart needs it to do: it lifts your eyes to the glory of God’s holiness, exposes and convicts you of your own sin, and then rekindles your joy in the beauty of the gospel. It ignites a fresh desire to keep running the race and to persevere in the fight against sin and temptation. 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