Catholics are often reluctant to begin reading the Bible, this is for various reasons. Perhaps we hang on to the notion that the Bible is a book meant for display, for recording the dates of family members ' births, baptisms, marriages, and deaths. Or perhaps we once attempted to read the Bible and discovered there a culture entirely different from ours 'and came to the conclusion that the Bible had nothing relevant to say to us in this place and time. Attentive to these and the many other reasons Catholics might give for not reading Scripture, Stephen Binz offers practical explanations...
Catholics are often reluctant to begin reading the Bible, this is for various reasons. Perhaps we hang on to the notion that the Bible is a book me...
Ancient-Future Bible Study incorporates contemporary study of the Bible with an experience of the church's most ancient way of reading Scripture, lectio divina. This time-honored practice consists of five basic movements: biblical study (lectio), reflection (meditatio), prayer (oratio), discernment (contemplatio), and contemplative action (operatio). In six clearly written volumes, bestselling author Stephen Binz helps readers study the Bible in a way that leads to spiritual transformation and brings them closer to God. Binz leads readers in a vivid study of key biblical characters,...
Ancient-Future Bible Study incorporates contemporary study of the Bible with an experience of the church's most ancient way of reading Scripture, lect...
The infancy narratives of Jesus have enriched the lives of believers through the centuries. These infancy accounts serve as overtures to the writing of the evangelists and as bridges connecting the Old and New Testaments. They point back to the history of Israel and forward to the ministry of Jesus, culminating in his cross and resurrection. Advent of the Savior is ideal for adult education and Bible study groups, as well as for personal study and reflection on these Advent and Christmas texts.
The infancy narratives of Jesus have enriched the lives of believers through the centuries. These infancy accounts serve as overtures to the writing o...
