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Can a Christian-killer really endure 195 lashes from a heart of love? Can a mystic who thinks he was caught up into heaven be a model of lucid rationality? Can an ethnocentric Jew write the most beautiful call to reconciliation? Can a person who lives with the unceasing anguish of empathy be always rejoicing? Can a man's description of the horrors of human sin be exceeded by his delight in human splendor? Can a man with a backbone of steel be as tender as a nursing mother?

Luke Timothy Johnson, the best-selling author of The Real Jesus, offers a fresh and historically grounded assessment of the life and letters of Christianity's "apostle to the Gentiles" in this 12-lecture series. "One of the most fascinating, important, and controversial figures in the religious history of the West, Paul the Apostle continues to find champions and detractors, sometimes in surprising places," says Professor Johnson. Coming to grips with Christianity means coming to grips with Paul.

The letters of the Apostle Paul are central witnesses to the Christian faith and to the earliest history of Christianity. And yet, when students, preachers, and others turn to Paul, they find many things "hard to understand" (2 Peter 3:16) in these ancient writings. James Prothro's new book aims to help listeners see the Apostle's faith and hope at work as he evangelized the nations. Steeped in up-to-date scholarship and a passion for the gospel Paul preached, Prothro draws listeners into Paul's life and letters in order to help them hear the Apostle's voice.

In this masterful audio series from Boston College theology professor Harvey Egan, S.J., you’ll focus on an often neglected aspect of the Apostle Paul’s genius - his mysticism. A mentee of Karl Rahner, Fr. Egan brings to this course the knowledge gained from a phenomenal 60 years of Jesuit spirituality and philosophical-theological studies. One of the world’s leading experts on Christian mysticism, he is the perfect guide for this course.

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Dr. Nick Apostle Paul’s Messenger unpacks Scripture with sharp insight and bold truth, sending his message from Paul to the Americans in the 21st century. Each episode delves into what matters most in today’s cultural and spiritual battles. With a no-fluff, no-fear approach, Dr. Nick challenges modern narratives, uplifts biblical truth, and equips listeners to think deeply and live faithfully. Truth matters. Let’s talk about it.

Paul, Apostle of Christ is the story of two men. Luke, as a friend and physician, risks his life every time he ventures into the city of Rome to visit Paul, held captive in Nero's bleakest prison cell. Before Paul's execution, Luke resolves to write another book, one that details the beginnings of "The Way" and the birth of what will come to be known as the church. But Nero is determined to rid Rome of Christians.

Apostle Paul D. Young brings wisdom, insight and help to Pastors and church leaders. Apostle Young is the founder and Pastor of Word of Life Fellowship Church in Salem, Oregon. With over 47 years of successful ministry he comes to strengthen, encourage and help Pastors and leaders with experience, understanding and wisdom based on the Word of God.

Studies through the life of the Apostle Paul with Pastor Gene Pensiero of Calvary Hanford

Bible studies with Pastor Gene Pensiero of Calvary Hanford. In this series titled Never Been To Spain: The Journeys and Journals Of Paul we learn about the life of the great apostle and how he is an example to us for our faith and service to Jesus Christ.

In this special series by Jesuit scholar and gifted teacher Fr. Thomas Stegman, you will encounter Paul the pastor as never before. Whether you are seeking new insights into church history and the Bible or simply wish to deepen your faith, you will find this course invaluable. By learning about Christianity's most famous pastor, you will gain new insights into the church today.

St. Paul’s initial transformation was a dramatic shift from Saul to Paul, from persecutor to believer, from darkness to light. And yet, the scales falling from his eyes was only the beginning: he lived and taught the lesson of transformation for the rest of his life.

Leviticus of the New TestamentHebrews parallels Leviticus in the Old Testament by focusing on the priesthood, sacrifices, and worship. However, while Leviticus emphasizes the temporary and symbolic nature of animal sacrifices, Hebrews reveals how these are fulfilled in Jesus, the ultimate High Priest and once-for-all sacrifice.Christ as Central: Hebrews focuses on Christ’s supremacy and role in God’s redemptive plan.Encouragement in Faith: It provides comfort and guidance for believers struggling with doubt, persecution, or the temptation to return to old ways.A Book of Better Things: The ...

Enter the world of ancient Rome through the eyes of one of history's most transformative figures. The Apostle by John Pollock seamlessly weaves together drama, scholarship, and historical accuracy in this book about the apostle Paul's extraordinary life. Starting with the dramatic death of Stephen, you'll witness Paul's incredible transformation from persecutor to preacher. Follow him on his daring missionary journeys that took him to the far corners of the Roman Empire, where he spread the teachings of Christianity.

Often seen as the author of timeless Christian theology, Paul himself heatedly maintained that he lived and worked in history's closing hours. His letters propel his listeners into two ancient worlds, one Jewish, one pagan. The first was incandescent with apocalyptic hopes, expecting God through his messiah to fulfill his ancient promises of redemption to Israel. The second teemed with ancient actors, not only human but also divine: angry superhuman forces, jealous demons, and hostile cosmic gods.

What makes a true leader? Today more than ever, Christians need a model of leadership that is based on God’s Word, that brings God glory. In Called to Lead, best-selling author, pastor, and teacher John MacArthur explains the characteristics of a leader drawn from one of the Bible’s most...

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Read by the author. A new and inviting introduction to the Acts of the Apostles from New Testament scholar and theologian N. T. Wright. Acts is a substantial book. It sits right in the middle of the New Testament, looking back to the four Gospels and ahead to the mission of the early church. It...

In Strange Fire, bestselling author and pastor John MacArthur chronicles the unsavory history behind the modern Charismatic movement. What would God say about those who blatantly misrepresent His Holy Spirit; who exchange true worship for chaotic fits of mindless ecstasy; who replace the...

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