Rebecca McLaughlin – författare

Vad händer om påskens budskap är sant? Är påskens budskap sant? av Rebecca McLaughlin ger ärliga, tydliga och historiskt förankrade svar på de viktigaste frågorna om Jesus och uppståndelsen. Med både intellektuell skärpa och värme visar boken varför kristen tro är trovärdig – och varför uppståndelsen förändrar allt.

Here there is no Gentile or Jew, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave or free, but Christ is all, and is in all.Colossians 3:11In Colossians and Philemon, we see the mind-blowing supremacy of Christ, his stunning sin-cancelling victory and the unprecedented peace and unity it brings. Far from affirming slavery, as some imagine, these paired letters demonstrate the radical equality that flows from recognising Jesus as the one true Lord.Situating these two letters in their biblical and historical context, Rebecca McLaughlin's commentary explores how Paul's two letters to the church in Colossae shape how we cling to Jesus as our spiritual head, and how we relate to one another, focusing our minds and hearts on his return.About the Hodder Bible Commentary50 volumes. 4 million words. Global representation.Engage with the latest theological thinking in this new, readable exposition of the Bible in 50 volumes. Covering all books of the Bible and including the full the Anglicised New International Version (NIV) text, the Hodder Bible Commentary series makes connecting scripture and scholarship easier than ever.Explore how the Bible intersects with 21st century life with commentary that is doctrinally sensitive and globally aware, sourced from a team of contributors representing a variety of cultural and ecclesiastical contexts from around the world.Designed to be accessible to all adult readers and particularly for those who preach, teach, and lead Bible studies, each book is split into manageable sections suitable for talks or study groups. Read the Bible text and the commentary side by side to gain a deep knowledge of scripture and the variety of interpretations that can be made from it.Be refreshed with new understanding. Be encouraged to apply your conclusions to life today.

"Compelling reading, not only because of its intellectual rigor but also because of its honest, empathetic humanity." —John C. Lennox  Named the 2020 Beautiful Orthodoxy Book of the Year by Christianity TodayChristianity is the most widespread global belief system, and promises to remain so well into the future. But for many educated westerners, biblical Christianity is a dangerous idea—challenging some of their deepest beliefs.Channeling state-of-the-art research, personal stories, and careful biblical study, Confronting Christianity explores 12 questions that keep many of us from considering faith in Christ. Look more closely, McLaughlin argues, and the reality of suffering, the complexity of sexuality, the desire for diversity, the success of science, and other seeming roadblocks to faith become signposts. Jesus becomes not a relic from the ancient world, but our modern world’s best hope.

How can we believe the Bible is true? Why can’t we just agree that love is love? Isn’t Christianity against diversity? Going to school, hanging out with friends, or scrolling through social media feeds, teenagers are sure to face real challenges to faith in Jesus Christ. And whether you consider yourself a Christ follower or not, these questions can seem like deal breakers.Backed by state-of-the-art research, personal stories, Harry Potter illustrations (warning: spoilers!), and careful biblical study, this book doesn’t dodge tough questions. Instead, it invites teenagers to ask their hardest questions about Christianity and to find surprising, life-giving answers. Written by Rebecca McLaughlin, author of Confronting Christianity, which was named Christianity Today’s 2020 Beautiful Orthodoxy Book of the Year and named winner of the Gospel Coalition 2019 Book Award for Evangelism and ApologeticsAddresses 10 important questions that teens often face regarding modern science, sexuality, gender, diversity, and moreFeatures teen-friendly illustrations from popular culture, such as Harry Potter; The Lord of the Rings; Aladdin; and more

Award-Winning Author Rebecca McLaughlin Explores Who Jesus Really Is in This Follow-Up to Confronting ChristianityJesus is the most famous human being in all of history. But while many people have a basic sketch of Jesus in their minds, comparatively few have taken time to read the four biographies of his life in the New Testament Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.In Confronting Jesus, Rebecca McLaughlin shares important biblical context to help all readers see why the Gospels should be taken seriously as historical documents. Exploring eyewitness testimony about Jesus, McLaughlin points to him as a first-century Jewish man who is the Son of God, King of the Jews, mighty healer, greatest teacher, lover of sinners, suffering servant, perfect sacrifice, and universal Lord. This follow-up to her first book, Confronting Christianity, helps readers understand the message of the Gospels and explore who Jesus really is. Individuals and groups can work through the book together with the Confronting Jesus Study Guide and the Confronting Jesus Video Study. Winsome and Informative: Mixes thorough research with an approachable writing style and cultural references to help readers grasp biblical truthsGreat for Apologetics and Evangelism: Presents the gospel clearly and invites readers to study with a friendCompanion Resources for Personal and Small-Group Study: Confronting Jesus Study Guide and Confronting Jesus Video Study also availableFollow-Up to Rebecca McLaughlin’s Confronting Christianity: This book offers readers a next step and a helping hand as they explore who Jesus isAccessible: Assuming neither knowledge of the Bible or belief on the part of her readers, McLaughlin provides a clear explanation of the 4 Gospels Published in partnership with the Gospel Coalition

Learn More about Christ as Revealed in the Gospels with This Study Guide Companion to Confronting JesusIn Confronting Jesus, Rebecca McLaughlin gives an accessible introduction to Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, explaining what each book reveals about Jesus and how it is relevant to life today. This companion study guide sparks further discussion about the historical and biblical facts in each chapter, helping readers better understand the Gospels. The Confronting Jesus Study Guide—ideal for individuals, small groups, and churches—is an engaging invitation to learn more about the person and work of Christ.  In-Depth Look at the Gospels: Gives readers biblical and historical context for the first 4 books of the New Testament Accessible Evangelism Resource for Churches: Helps pastors and leaders facilitate small-group discussion around the book’s biblical truths and call to faithPart of the Confronting Jesus Suite of Resources: Can be used in conjunction with the Confronting Jesus book and Confronting Jesus Video Study Published in partnership with the Gospel Coalition

Go Deeper into the Gospels with Study Resources from Award-Winning Author Rebecca McLaughlinIn Confronting Jesus: 9 Encounters with the Hero of the Gospels, Rebecca McLaughlin dives into the 4 New Testament biographies of Jesus. Providing biblical and historical context, she points to Jesus as a Jewish man, the Son of God, the promised King, a mighty healer, the greatest teacher, a lover of sinners, a suffering servant, a perfect sacrifice, and the universal Lord.This Confronting Jesus book and study guide set is ideal for small groups and individuals looking to read the book and reflect further on the person and work of Christ. The study guide features discussion questions organized into 9 lessons, with each lesson covering a chapter from the book. This set can also be used in conjunction with the Confronting Jesus Video Study, sold separately. Winsome and Informative: Mixes thorough research with an approachable writing style and cultural references to help readers grasp biblical truthsApproachable: McLaughlin’s explanation of the 4 Gospels is accessible to a wide range of audiencesGreat for Apologetics and Evangelism: Presents the message of the gospel clearly and invites readers to study with a friendPart of the Confronting Jesus Product Suite: Can be used in conjunction with the Confronting Jesus Video LecturesFollow-Up to Rebecca McLaughlin’s Confronting Christianity: This set offers readers a next step and a helping hand as they explore who Jesus isPublished in partnership with the Gospel Coalition

Explore Who Jesus Really Is with Study Resources from Award-Winning Author Rebecca McLaughlin In her book Confronting Jesus: 9 Encounters with the Hero of the Gospels, Rebecca McLaughlin dives into the 4 New Testament biographies of Jesus. Providing biblical and historical context, she points to Jesus as a Jewish man, the Son of God, the promised King, a mighty healer, the greatest teacher, a lover of sinners, a suffering servant, a perfect sacrifice, and the universal Lord.This Confronting Jesus study guide and DVD set equips small groups and Sunday school classes to explore these biblical truths together. In the Confronting Jesus Video Study, McLaughlin hosts one 7–10 minute teaching segment for each of the book’s 9 chapters, as well as an introduction and conclusion. Each of these lessons corresponds to discussion questions in the Confronting Jesus Study Guide. Approachable: McLaughlin’s explanation of the 4 Gospels is accessible to a wide range of audiencesGreat for Apologetics and Evangelism: Presents the message of the gospel clearly and invites readers to study with a friendPart of the Confronting Jesus Product Suite: Can be used in conjunction with the Confronting Jesus bookFollow-Up to Rebecca McLaughlin’s Confronting Christianity: This set offers readers a next step and a helping hand as they explore who Jesus isPublished in partnership with the Gospel Coalition

Set of 3 Confronting Jesus Study Resources from Award-Winning Author Rebecca McLaughlinIn Confronting Jesus: 9 Encounters with the Hero of the Gospels, Rebecca McLaughlin dives into the 4 New Testament biographies of Jesus. Providing biblical and historical context, she points to Jesus as a Jewish man, the Son of God, the promised King, a mighty healer, the greatest teacher, a lover of sinners, a suffering servant, a perfect sacrifice, and the universal Lord.This Confronting Jesus set equips small groups and Sunday school classes to explore these biblical truths together. Along with a copy of the book Confronting Jesus, the set comes with a companion study guide and DVD, hosted by McLaughlin, which features a 10–12 minute video lesson for every chapter of the book. The discussion questions in the study guide correspond to the video segments. Winsome and Informative: Mixes thorough research with an approachable writing style and cultural references to help readers grasp biblical truthsApproachable: McLaughlin’s explanation of the 4 Gospels is accessible to a wide range of audiencesGreat for Apologetics and Evangelism: Presents the message of the gospel clearly and invites readers to study with a friendFollow-Up to Rebecca McLaughlin’s Confronting Christianity: This set offers readers a next step and a helping hand as they explore who Jesus isPublished in partnership with the Gospel Coalition

Bestselling Author Rebecca McLaughlin Presents Evidence That Church Could Be the Greatest Life Hack for Your Mental and Physical Well-BeingPeople are hungry for the latest wellness secret to improve their physical and mental health and extend their life expectancy. But one of the most evidence-based practices to boost your health and happiness is hidden in plain sight. It’s not a new-age trend, a superfood, or an expensive, recently released pill. It’s the age-old practice of attending church each week.Harvard School of Public Health and other institutions have discovered that weekly religious service attendance helps guard against depression, increase happiness, improve physical health, and extend life expectancy. In How Church Could (Literally) Save Your Life, Rebecca McLaughlin explores this compelling data from a Christian perspective. Avoiding prosperity-gospel guarantees of health in this life, she shares the significant and science-backed benefits of worshiping God in community and the good news of Jesus, the Great Physician. Written both for skeptics and believers who may have stopped going to church, this brief, accessible guide invites readers to discover the true source of abundant life. Brief and Informative: Explains key data about the positive effects of church attendance on a person’s physical and mental well-beingAccessible Invitation to Church: Written for anyone who is not currently attending, including atheists, skeptics, and believers who don’t have a church communityTimely: Addresses the negative effects that secularism and declining church attendance have had on modern culture and offers hopePractical Next Steps: A QR code leads readers to a webpage where they can find a local, Bible-teaching churchA Great Outreach Opportunity: This short book is a convenient resource that pastors and ministries can distribute widely (accompanying tract available separately)

In the United States, nearly 11 million children are in daycare each day, yet it’s surprising how uninformed many parents are about what really goes on while they are away. How do you find the right daycare or know that the one you have chosen is indeed the best choice? Every parent wants peace of mind knowing their children are in good hands but how can they ever really be sure.Imagine that you were given a magic crystal ball that allowed you to see what your kids were actually experiencing at daycareDaycare Diaries will take you through the doors of in-home daycares and childcare centers and provide a “behind the scenes” peek into the daycare world many never get to see. Written by two daycare providers with over 30 years of combined childcare experience, Daycare Diaries is a unique collection of true daycare stories, each providing an important lesson. Whether you are a first time parent or have used daycare for years, these stories will leave you feeling more confident knowing what the ideal daycare should look like for your childLet our experience be your guide on this exciting journey into the childcare world. . .you just might be surprised.

n the United States, nearly 11 million children are in daycare each day, yet it’s surprising how uninformed many parents are about what really goes on while they are away. How do you find the right daycare or know that the one you have chosen is indeed the best choice? Every parent wants peace of mind knowing their children are in good hands but how can they ever really be sure.Imagine that you were given a magic crystal ball that allowed you to see what your kids were actually experiencing at daycareDaycare Diaries will take you through the doors of in-home daycares and childcare centers and provide a “behind the scenes” peek into the daycare world many never get to see. Written by two daycare providers with over 30 years of combined childcare experience, Daycare Diaries is a unique collection of true daycare stories, each providing an important lesson. Whether you are a first time parent or have used daycare for years, these stories will leave you feeling more confident knowing what the ideal daycare should look like for your childLet our experience be your guide on this exciting journey into the childcare world. . .you just might be surprised.