"James Wilhoit explores how Christian education can go beyond mere activity to instill a solid perspective and make sense of a perplexing world. He envisions the ideal model of Christian education and integrates the discipline with the social sciences. In the final chapter Wilhoit presents an evangelical theory of biblical instruction."
"Maturity, Christian, 56-59, 91, 151 Quality learning, 86, 120-21. Abstractions to
children, teaching, 126 Accelerated Christian Education (ACE), 74 Action, God's
call to responsible, 21-23, 146. ... See Feelings, insufficiency of Application as the
Holy Spirit's role in education, 42 Attitude and learning, 119-21 Attributes of
effective teachers, 129-39 Ausubel, David, 115, 135 Authority of the Bible, 49,
145-47 Autonomy: spiritual ..."
"How do adults learn? For nearly thirty years the general education field, influenced by the adult education model of Malcolm Knowles, has directed attention to this question. With this book, evangelicals get in on the discussion"
"Wilhoit and Ryken show you how to master a biblical text and discover its relevance to everyday living. They demonstrate how to detect and develop the "big idea" of each passage and to allow the text itself to suggest creative teaching methods. Teachers will learn to improve classroom skills, stimulate class discussion, motivate students, and use their imaginations."
"Everything you need to know about prayer. Designed to be thorough and cover a wide-range of topics for personal growth. This practical guide will walk the reader through all aspects of prayer.Feature Sections Include:How to Pray (techniques and samples)Praying Through the ScripturesReal Prayers (topically arranged)Key Prayers of the BibleKey Men and Women of Prayer (past and present)List of Contributors Includes:Stromie OmartianDavid ..."
"Christian educators have begun to benefit from developmental psychology and to understand spiritual growth physically, intellectually, emotionally, socially, and morally. In this book, noted educators offer a clear Christian perspective on developmental theory."
"“Time in solitude may at first”: Henri J. M. Nouwen, Making All Things New: An
Invitation to the Spiritual Life (New York: HarperSanFrancisco, 1981), pp. 72-73.
chapTer 7: conTeMplaTinG page 111 page 112 page 112-13 page 113 “Through
the grace of the Lord”: Gregory the Great, Homilies on Ezekiel, cited in Bernard
McGinn, The Growth of Mysticism: Gregory the Great Through the 12th Century (
New York: Crossroad, 1994), p. 42. “heaven ..."
"In this updated edition of a trusted classic, two Christian education specialists provide students with the knowledge and methods needed to effectively communicate the message of the Bible. Why does Bible study flourish in some churches and small groups and not in others? In this updated edition of a trusted classic, two Christian education specialists provide readers with the knowledge and methods needed to effectively communicate the ..."
"Discovering Lectio Divina: Saints of the past can't seem to say enough about their ecstatic experiences with the words of Scripture. The writer of Psalm 19, for example, can hardly contain himself as he exclaims that God's words and ways have revived his soul, made him wise, brought joy to his heart, given him clarity and correct perspective on his life, and warned him of danger. Why should our experiences of the Bible today fall short ..."
"The yearning and restlessness of our souls drive us toward God. This hunger and homesickness is the beginning of spiritual formation, according to James C. Wilhoit. In "Spiritual Formation as if the Church Mattered," Wilhoit takes a unique approach to the topic. Whereas most books focus on the individual's spiritual transformation, this one intentionally concentrates on how the local church itself is the seedbed of spiritual growth and ..."
"Henrietta Mears With his ability to exercise proven authority apparently impaired,
David lives to see his own sins of murder and adultery replicated in the lives of
his sons. V. Philips Long In the scenic, succinct, and subtle narratives that
constitute the books of Samuel, the danger of“overreading,” of becoming overly
subtle in interpretation, is ever-present, but so is the danger of “underreading.” V.
Philips Long Doctrinally, t ..."
"This fourth volume in The Christian Educator's Handbook series--now in paper--is not about family life directly. Rather, it shows churches and ministry organizations how they can carry out effective programs of family life education. Readers will discover that family life education is much broader than counseling and much more valuable than crisis intervention. This handbook will help Christian leaders evaluate their current programs an ..."
""As a start or an addition to your library, few books would make a better choice than The Christian Educator's Handbook series offered by Baker Books. Noted Christian education authorities such as Kenneth Gangel, James Wilhoit, Howard Hendricks, and Robert Choun have edited or written these books. Their scope ranges from adult to children's education and covers spiritual formation, teaching, and family life ministries."--Christian Educa ..."
"A Christianity Today 1999 Book of the Year! Every reader of the Bible has encountered the powerful, comforting and sometimes puzzling imagery of Scripture. These concrete pictures with their hidden force have struck sharp and lasting impressions on our minds. Their imprint has etched itself on the language and grammar of Christian faith and Western culture. Why then do traditional Bible dictionaries and reference works offer so little ..."