Within each part are chapters, each chapter having been researched and originally written as an individual study. The bible tells me so is an excellent book that i would recommend to most people who identify as christian or are seeking to know more about christianity. I have rarely okay never read a book covering biblical history and biblical interpretation that has actually made me laugh out loud. The familiar observation that the bible is the bestselling book of all time obscures a. These and other verses, as well as the overall teaching about disciplining children in the bible is ably discussed by jerusalembased christian biblical scholar samuel martin, who has produced a wonderful book, thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Jun 20, 2008 i was and still am a huge bible nerdi was the president of the bible club in high school, which made me super cool, she jokes. I was obsessed with the bible and memorized it at all costs. For the bible tells me so is a 2007 american documentary film directed by daniel g. Oct 07, 2014 if we come to the bible and read it this way, in true humility, rather than defending our version of it, we will find god as he wants to be found. Hatfield is the vicepresident of marketing for the bible division of thomas nelson. It will probably whet your appetite for more detailed books i know it did for me. If youve ever struggled with the violent or contradictory. As he explores questions progressive evangelical readers of scripture commonly face yet fear voicing, enns reveals that they are the very questions that god wants us to. Why the bible is the only content marketing guide youll ever need.
Her book, too, is neutral in its packaging and marketing and, therefore, appealing to both men and women. Reading the bible as scripture thompson, richard p, oord, thomas jay on. All opinions regarding the unacceptability of homosexuality are presented in a caricature sound byte type of portrayal. A positive page to share anything about god and his awesome works. In the 263 page book titled the bible tells me so, the author, peter enns, attempts to help readers understand just what the bible is intended to be and why he feels that way. Im a columnist there now, but then every site has its downsides. The bible tells me so book productservice facebook. Controversial evangelical bible scholar, popular blogger and podcast host of the bible for normal people, and author of the bible tells me so and the sin of certainty explains that the bible is not an instruction manual or rule book but a powerful learning tool that nurtures our spiritual growth by refusing to provide us with easy answers but instead forces us to. Mar 03, 2015 the bible tells me so chronicles ennss spiritual odyssey, how he came to see beyond restrictive doctrine and learned to embrace gods word as it is actually written.
The bible tells me so quotes showing of 82 sweating bullets to line up the bible with our exhausting expectations, to make the bible something its not meant to be, isnt a pious act of faith, even if it looks that way on the surface. A reflection on homosexuality in our society on the morning of july 2, 1990, julio rivera was walking to school in queens, new york when 3 men lured him into an alley where they beat and stabbed him, killing mr. Score after score of pages followed, all blank, presumably to be filled in by others. Christians and the spanking controversy, available as a free pdf download here with no cost or. The bible tells me so is bible scholar peter ennss book about the book. Print and download the bible tells me so sheet music by dale evans. The bible tells me so a model for our spiritual journey that is what the bible is intended to be. Reading this relatively small book will give you as much fuel in arguing scripture as most fundamentalist christians the bible tells me so gives you all the various passages that these folks have conveniently forgotten or never been taught.
So, we are so thankful to be able to make the wonderful truth and highest values of the bible available to children all over the world here at. Dale lovell illustrates just how much content marketers can learn from the bible. Old trailer version for the film for the bible tells me so, a provocative documentary that reconciles homosexuality and biblical scripture. He claims the canaanite conquest is immoral, yet argues that the bible provides no clear guide for morality. Oct 17, 2014 in the end, the bible tells me so is a book about contradictions. Up until, say, 100 years ago, biblical literacy would have been practically mandatory. Aug 06, 2019 tragic, yet true, is the fact that so many who possess a bible possess little understanding of this thrilling book.
Incredibly astute, unfailingly honest, and downright funny, enns takes an unfamiliar approach to bible commentary. This beautifully illustrated book uses a delightful and meaningful poem to help young boys know assuredly that when god formed them to be the precious little boys they are, he did so in a wise and perfect way. Through the experiences of five families, we discover. But the further he studied the bible, the more he found himself confronted by questions that could neither be answered within the rigid.
If we come to the bible and read it this way, in true humility, rather than defending our version of it, we will find god as he wants to be found. Although the movie was billed as a documentary, it was first and foremost a gay propaganda film. Created to accompany the film for the bible tells me so, this user friendly guide will enable anyone to facilitate a moving conversation about the bible, the church and lgbt people. Sheet music arranged for pianovocalguitar in g major transposable. One of the most formidable ways to attract attention is by creating a marketing hook. A study guide and advocacy training curriculum pdf. Dale evans the bible tells me so sheet music in g major. Trained as an evangelical bible scholar, peter enns loved the scriptures and shared his devotion by teaching at westminster theological seminary. The bible tells me so by peter enns overdrive rakuten. The bible tells me so chronicles ennss spiritual odyssey, how he came to see beyond restrictive doctrine and learned to embrace gods word as it is actually written. The bible tells me so ebook by peter enns rakuten kobo. The 10 real secrets of nonfiction publicity writers digest. Controversial evangelical bible scholar, popular blogger and podcast host of the bible for normal people, and author of the bible tells me so and the sin of certainty explains that the bible is not an instruction manual or rule book but a powerful learning tool that nurtures our spiritual growth by refusing to provide us with easy answers but instead forces us to acquire wisdom.
Karslake about homosexuality and its perceived conflict with christianity, as well as various interpretations of what the bible says about samesex sexuality it includes lengthy interview segments with several sets of religious parents including former house majority leader dick gephardt and. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. In the bible tells me so, peter enns addresses the problems of scripture form the position of an evangelical christian who observes with candor and fresh humor that too often faithful readers approach the bible with expectations it is not set up to meet. As christians, we love god and we love his word, the bible. Publishers weeklypeter enns has written a great book about the book. We hope you and your family will enjoy, and be encouraged by, the videos, songs, stories, coloring pages, and crafts. Aug 31, 2007 old trailer version for the film for the bible tells me so, a provocative documentary that reconciles homosexuality and biblical scripture. Can you say that for your content marketing strategy. In the end, the bible tells me so is a book about contradictions. He is the author of several books, including the sin of certainty, the bible tells me so, inspiration and incarnation, and the evolution of adam. Bible study, motivational, old testament new testament, spiritual living the bible tells me so is bible scholar peter ennss book about the book. In this post i want to illustrate just how much content.
Enns does let us know in his book that he believes that jesus christ is the son of god come in the flesh, that jesus died for us. Cheadle describe how the bible has been used as a political and moral tool throughout western history, especially the united states. With no likely owner in sight, and having a moment to spare, i sat myself down, and read. Rob eagar is author of sell your book like wildfire, considered the bible of book marketing. Incidentally, it is because so many significant archaeological discoveries have taken place in the past 100 years that one should be careful when using 100 year old, public domain commentaries like matthew henry, keil and delitsch, etc. The movie for the bible tells me so was shown in my home community of flint, michigan in the fall of 2008 as part of a series of gay events called outn about. But, it becomes quickly apparent to the reader that the contradictions are really in enns own worldview. I have rarely okay never read a book covering biblical.
The bible tells me so is organized into four parts. Customers who bought this item also bought these digital items. Why the bible is the only content marketing guide youll ever. By loosely grouping the studies into general topics, a. I was and still am a huge bible nerdi was the president of the bible club in high school, which made me super cool, she jokes. This is a short phrase that entices the reader onward. Enns the bible tells me so, professor of biblical studies at eastern university, challenges christians to reconsider the true purpose of the bible. As content marketing strategies go there is a lot to admire. I memorized large portions of the book of romans before i was 11. The cover design and marketing copy are nicely neutral. Publishers weekly peter enns has written a great book about the book. The book of psalms is the longest book in the bible, which contains 150 short poems.
The bible isnt designed to tell me what to do 5 because it is so utterly disinterested in giving straight answers 5. A moving and emotional documentary about gays and their place in the bible. Why the bible is the only content marketing guide youll. Buy the bible tells me so reprint by biblical studies peter enns isbn. Enns intended it to be a book about contradictions in the bible. Jan 28, 2018 these and other verses, as well as the overall teaching about disciplining children in the bible is ably discussed by jerusalembased christian biblical scholar samuel martin, who has produced a wonderful book, thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
While it might not appear to be an argument, the first line jesus loves me is actually a conclusion based on the premise the bible tells me so specifically, john 3. Why defending scripture has made us unable to read it enns, peter on. The bible tells me so chronicles ennss spiritual odyssey, how he came to see beyond restrictive doctrine and learned to embrace gods word as it is actually. Its intended to provide a firm scriptural foundation for todays catholic children, and give them an invaluable familiarity with the bible and their faith at. Reading the bible as scripture is coedited by thomas jay oord and richard thompson. Negative for the bible tells me soa biased presentation of the case for homosexuality based on the fact that nowhere is an advocate for monogamous marriage and the biblical view of sexual activity ever interviewed. Positive the documentary for the bible tells me so provided a beautiful representation for what us as a church community should strive to be. I just finished reading peter enns book, the bible tells me so. Rosaria butterfields secret thoughts of an unlikely convert was devoured by men and women alike. The bible tells me so book productservice facebook 38. The authors use advertisements, speeches, and images to show the multiple sides of the debate on racism, sexism, and many other isms. Why defending scripture has made us unable to read it. But the further he studied the bible, the more he found himself confronted by questions that could neither be answered within the rigid framework of his.
The controversial bible scholar and author of the evolution. Enns speaks at schools, churches, and seminars across the country and is a frequent contributor to journals and encyclopedias. Our instructor would call out an obscure book such as habakkuk or colossians or nezeriah that one was to keep us on our toes and we would furiously race to be the first to find the chapter and verse. The thought of homosexuality is a rather daunting and scary topic within the church community, and this film took a long hard look at why we feel this way. I represented the bible club on the homecoming court in high school. Rivera was attacked that morning because he was gay. The bible tells me so recounts one year of bible based catholic teaching for 6thgraders, featuring both bible sourced catechesis, and the giveandtake between teacher and students. They each have a different purpose, hatfield told me.
He is on a mission to remove scripture from its lofty literary pedestal, loosen it from our elevated expectations, and reacquaint us with the bible we have. Everything we need for salvation and living the christian life is contained in the bible. The bible tells me so the bible tells me so audiobook, by peter enns. For this premise to be applicable requires accepting, a the bible is quite likely to lead to truth, and b there is no convincing reason for believing it doesn.
Tragic, yet true, is the fact that so many who possess a bible possess little understanding of this thrilling book. Why defending scripture has made us unable to read it peter enns. It includes lengthy interview segments with several sets of religious parents including former house. To me, the bible is the record of gods dealings with men.