Christian Worldview A Student's Guide (Reclaiming the Christian Intellectual Tradition) by PhilipGrahamRyken, David S. Dockery Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2013 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-3540-6, ISBN: 1-4335-3540-8
"Everything we do, say, and think reflects our fundamental worldview. Whether we realize it or not, basic beliefs about God, man, good and evil, history, and the future inevitably shape how we view and interact with the world. In this accessible student’s guide, Phil Ryken, author and current president of Wheaton College, explains the distinguishing marks of a distinctly Christian worldview—exploring the existence of God, the nature of c ..."
Written in Stone(1st Edition) The Ten Commandments and Today's Moral Crisis by PhilipGrahamRyken Paperback, 240 Pages, Published 2010 by P & R Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-59638-206-0, ISBN: 1-59638-206-6
"The Ten Commandments are the crystallization of God's law - but how do we apply them, and how do they relate to the gospel of sins forgiven? The church exists in a kind of moral limbo where we say we live under grace, yet still know that the commandments have to have a role in our lives somewhere. Where should we place them in our everyday lives, motives and attitudes? The commandments are an expression of God's character - this means t ..."
1 Kings (Reformed Expository Commentary) by PhilipGrahamRyken Hardcover, 636 Pages, Published 2011 by P & R Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-59638-208-4, ISBN: 1-59638-208-2
"Dynasties, fractured kingdoms, prophecies of coming hardships the book of 1 Kings is a grand, sweeping narrative of the beginning of the downfall of God's people. Its size and scope may seem intimidating, but Phil Ryken shows us in this biblical, doctrinal, practical, and Christological commentary how this imposing book can be divided into three key sections.First, the stories of Solomon focus on the themes of money, sex, and power, inv ..."
"Most people are familiar with the "Love Chapter" of the Bible, 1 Corinthians 13, yet Phil Ryken has something fresh to say. Drawing on the life and ministry of Jesus to illustrate what love is and isn't, Ryken brings a unique perspective to this commonly quoted passage. Loving the Way Jesus Loves successfully integrates biblical teaching, photography, chapter study guides, and a popular-level writing style--all of which will help you un ..."
King Solomon The Temptations of Money, Sex, and Power by PhilipGrahamRyken Paperback, 256 Pages, Published 2011 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-2154-6, ISBN: 1-4335-2154-7
"A study of the life of Solomon—from his triumphs to his tragic failures—that teaches readers how to live more wisely.Though the world’s wisest king, Solomon’s heart was led astray by temptations of wealth, sex, and power. And we face the same dangers today, though the temptations may be different in degree and detail. Author Philip Ryken writes, “In witnessing Solomon’s moral triumphs and sinful failures, therefore, we learn how to live ..."
"Many people around us have desperate needs, and the Holy Spirit will not let us sit by and do nothing. This booklet encourages believers to act by pursuing a mercy ministry for their church."
"Throughout the history of English literature, church ministers have figured prominently in novels, plays, morality tales, and even poetry. Pastors in the Classics is a unique, unprecedented collection of relevant literary masterpieces in which the pastor's experience is a major part of the story. Part 1 is a reader's guide to twelve important classics written over four centuries and covering seven different nationalities. Each chapter n ..."
"For many of us, the idea of the Trinity feels nebulous and abstract--or even worse, irrelevant. While we may believe this doctrine, we remain strangely disconnected from the reality that God is indeed tri-personal. Yet, Philip Ryken and Michael LeFebvre argue that a deeper knowledge of the Trinity is of the utmost importance for everyday life.Explaining roles and relationships within the Godhead while tackling difficult questions, Our T ..."
"For over forty years, Leland Ryken has championed and modeled a Christian liberal arts education. His scholarship and commitment to integrating faith with learning in the classroom have influenced thousands of students who have sat under his winsome teaching. Published in honor of Professor Ryken and presented on the occasion of his retirement from Wheaton College, this compilation carries on his legacy of applying a Christian liberal a ..."
Kingdom, Come! by PhilipGrahamRyken Paperback, 144 Pages, Published 2013 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-3404-1, ISBN: 1-4335-3404-5
"In this world of pain, regret, and brokenness, people regularly wonder about the future. Yet Christians find confidence in one secure truth: Jesus is coming back. Directing readers to this ultimate hope, Phil Ryken encourages Christians to live each day longing for Christ’s return and anticipating the coming of his kingdom. This book overflows with engaging anecdotes, contemporary illustrations, and insightful reflections on Scripture, ..."
Grace Transforming(1st Edition) by PhilipGrahamRyken Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2012 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-3400-3, ISBN: 1-4335-3400-2
"This book began as a series of chapel messages given at Wheaton College during Phil Ryken’s first year as president. Because of the performance-oriented nature of Wheaton’s students, Ryken vowed to speak as often as he could about the grace of God, helping students to see that they are not defined by who they are and what they do, but rather by who Jesus is and what he has done for them in his death and resurrection. As such, Ryken’s me ..."
"We’ve all heard people say it: “The problem with Christians is that they think Jesus is the only way to heaven.” Even reason says: We go to the college of our choice, watch the cable channel of our choice, and eat the food of our choice. So why can’t we pray to the god of our choice and get to heaven by any means we choose? These are fair questions. Questions that demand an answer if Christians are going to insist that their claims are ..."
"What does it mean to be justified? Humanity is in a desperate state; our sins separate us from the holy God. To be justified through Christ means we are covered in his righteousness and God no longer looks on us as guilty sinners. In this joyous action there is a depth of meaning and theology, and in this new booklet from the Gospel Coalition Philip Ryken directs us to the Bible’s rich teaching on the subject. He begins with our need f ..."
"To truly love someone, you have to know him. And to truly love God, you must know him too -- not just know that he exists, but know who he is and what he is like.This exploration of God's unchanging character, as revealed in thirteen stories from the Bible, offers you the opportunity to get to know him better and love him more. Each chapter focuses on a different attribute of God, how it influences your understanding of him, and how you ..."
Ecclesiastes(1st Edition) Why Everything Matters (Preaching the Word) by PhilipGrahamRyken, R. Kent Hughes Hardcover, 320 Pages, Published 2010 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-1375-6, ISBN: 1-4335-1375-7
"This new Preaching the Word commentary delivers careful exposition of Ecclesiastes as it unpacks the book's broad application and godly worldview. The book of Ecclesiastes is "about life, the way it really is," writes commentator Philip Ryken. Readers throughout the ages have been drawn to the way it honestly wrestles with the tedium of work, injustices in this life, the ravages of age, and the inevitability of death. But its wis ..."
"What does the Bible say about heaven and hell? How do I distinguish biblical promises from sentimental myths? How can I be ready? Exploring the wonders of heaven while taking an honest look at the realities of hell, pastor Michael Allen Rogers provides us with a clear and accessible summary of all things related to the afterlife. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to answer the crucial question of what happens after ..."
"Our worldview shapes everything about us. In this student's guide, Ryken explains the Christian worldview, from the existence of God to the nature of sin and redemption. Part of the Reclaiming the Christian Intellectual Tradition series."
"These inspirational readings probe Christ's seven words from the cross and equally significant, seven words from the risen Lord, after his death. These words highlight the glory of Calvary, the heart of God and how wonderfully Jesus understood that his death and resurrection was to be effective in bringing into being the atonement for the sin of world. These pastoral words give us a richer understanding of the amazing love that drew Jes ..."
"As a part of the Counterpoints series, Four Views on the Historical Adam clearly outlines four primary views on Adam held by evangelicals, featuring top-notch proponents of each view presenting their positions in their own words and critiquing the positions with which they disagree. You will come away with a better understanding of the key biblical and theological issues at stake and of the implications of Adam for contemporary Christia ..."