Smith Livres






Empowering Ministry
- 240pages
- 9 heures de lecture
Focusing on the theme of empowerment, this book explores effective ministry through the insights of hundreds of successful congregational leaders. It emphasizes how pastors can empower others while addressing their own empowerment and the essential skills needed to motivate and energize congregations. The author provides a candid examination of the challenges of ministry, including stress and burnout, along with practical steps for nurturing an effective ministry. It's a valuable resource for pastors, seminary students, and those collaborating with church leaders.
Comfort One Another
- 164pages
- 6 heures de lecture
Focusing on the genre of consolation, the study explores how Paul crafted 1 Thessalonians to support the Thessalonian church, drawing from Greco-Roman letter traditions. Abraham Smith analyzes the social and literary conventions of these letters, revealing the intent behind Paul's comforting rhetoric. By examining the historical context and the letter's impact on both Paul's contemporaries and later generations, the work highlights the enduring relevance of Paul's message of comfort for today's readers.
Preaching As Weeping, Confession, and Res
- 212pages
- 8 heures de lecture
The book explores the challenge of delivering messages of hope and faith amidst global violence and suffering. The author emphasizes the importance of confronting and identifying the radical evil that affects individuals. Preaching is framed as both an interpretation of current realities and a call to envision a transformative future, encouraging readers to seek a deeper understanding of their faith in the face of adversity.
Sporting Incidents in the Life of Another Tom Smith
- 260pages
- 10 heures de lecture
The Gothic Novels of Mrs. Smith: The Caledonian Bandit and Barozzi
- 306pages
- 11 heures de lecture
A modern edition of The Caledonian Bandit; or The Heir of Duncaethal (1811) and Barozzi; or, The Venetian Sorceress (1815). These tales of terror by Mrs. Smith are fraught with intrigue, adventure, and romance. Originally published by Minerva Press, these works provide a window into the heyday of Gothic fiction in England.
The Little Giraffe: Leveled Reader Bookroom Package Red (Levels 3-5)
- 16pages
- 1 heure de lecture