http://music.glenabbey.org.uk/index.php en Glenabbey Church Copyright 2009 2009-08-04T08:39:35-05:00 /index.php/show/45-cross-christ/ /index.php/show/45-cross-christ/#When:11:36:00Z Recommended Books 2008-06-03T11:36:00-05:00 /index.php/show/44-jesus-gospel/ /index.php/show/44-jesus-gospel/#When:11:27:00Z Increasingly today the foundational meaning of the cross - that Christ died in our place, for our sins, bearing the wrath of God that should have been borne by us - is being questioned and debated. One author even refers to this concept as 'divine child abuse'. Into this climate comes this masterful work. Goligher takes us through the unfolding storyline of God's plan of salvation and shows us how the concept of penal substitution is woven inescapably into the bible story. Although this is a more considered read than the previous two recommendations, it is still written in an accessible and relevant style. It is authoritative yet readable and will help clarify your mind and warm your heart with the central truths of the gospel. Recommended Books 2008-06-03T11:27:00-05:00 /index.php/show/43-passion-of-christ/ /index.php/show/43-passion-of-christ/#When:11:15:00Z Another book written in response to Gibson's movie seeking to answer the 'Why?' question. The very short chapters give effective summaries of 50 reasons why Christ died. A very helpful place to begin if you're trying to get to grips with the meaning of the cross. The concise chapters make it a very accessible read for those who wouldn't normally tackle long or heavy books. A free online version is available here. Recommended Books 2008-06-03T11:15:00-05:00 /index.php/show/42-christ-our-mediator-by-cj-mahaney/ /index.php/show/42-christ-our-mediator-by-cj-mahaney/#When:11:02:00Z This short and accssible book was prompted by the movie the Passion of the Christ, which left Mahaney wanting to answer the question 'Why?' all this suffering? The books takes you throw the meaning behind the cross in an engaging and practical manner. If you're not an avid reader, then this book is a great one to start with. In fact, you would be well advised to check out this talk by Mahaney on the cross. If you've never heard him speak you're in for a treat. Recommended Books 2008-06-03T11:02:00-05:00 /index.php/show/40-red-line/ /index.php/show/40-red-line/#When:11:00:01Z Recommended Books 2008-06-03T11:00:01-05:00 /index.php/show/41-the-cross/ /index.php/show/41-the-cross/#When:10:55:00Z The gospel is not just something we preach to non-believers. It's the very centre of gravity of our faith and is the heart and basis of the entire Christian life. And at the heart of the gospel stands the cross of Christ. All effective worship leaders must have a good grasp of the theology of the cross if we are to help those we lead avoid the twin errors of legalism and licence when we meet for corporate worship. Recommended Books 2008-06-03T10:55:00-05:00 /index.php/show/33-seeing-savouring-christ/ /index.php/show/33-seeing-savouring-christ/#When:09:57:00Z This short book is a theologically solid exposition of the person and work of Christ and yet, at the same time, is a wonderful devotional work that will increase your admiration and love for Jesus. The chapters are short and accessible (4-5 pages), but rich and profound. The prayers which finish each chapter are Christ-exalting, worshipful and strongly devotional in tone. Recommended Books 2008-05-13T09:57:00-05:00 /index.php/show/32-knowing-god/ /index.php/show/32-knowing-god/#When:09:48:00Z The is a classic, with over 1 million copies sold since it was first published in 1973. Each chapter covers a specific aspect of God's character and, by the time you've read the whole book, the range of subject covered will so expand your mind that your view of God will be changed for the better. It will stretch your mind in a way that is readable and devotional. Recommended Books 2008-05-13T09:48:00-05:00 /index.php/show/16-recalling-hope-of-glory/ /index.php/show/16-recalling-hope-of-glory/#When:09:29:01Z Simply epic in its scope, this is an informed and wide-ranging biblical theology of worship. While Ross acknowledges that worship impacts all of our lives, his emphasis here is to trace the development of corporate gatherings through the Old and New Testaments, from the Garden to the New Creation, to quote from the sub-title of the book. There is much reflection on biblical texts, a rich scholarship and knowledge, and a strong awareness of the glory of God in Ross' writing. Recommended Books 2008-05-13T09:29:01-05:00 /index.php/show/13-engaging-with-god/ /index.php/show/13-engaging-with-god/#When:09:18:00Z A thorough and detailed biblical theology of worship. Peterson immerses himself deeply in the unfolding story of biblical worship, arguing that it's not up to us to determine how we worship God, but that we are called to engage with him on the terms he proposes and in the way he alone make possible. He emphasises the close connection between corporate worship and edification. Recommended Books 2008-05-13T09:18:00-05:00