Max Turner Livres

Questions regarding the role of the Holy Spirit and spiritual gifts in the life of the believer and the church today continue to be asked. Professor Max Turner suggests that the place to begin answering such questions is the New Testament. What do the writers of the New Testament say about the work of the Holy Spirit, and how can we understand spiritual gifts for today? Turner looks carefully at the gospels of Luke and John and the writings of Paul and explores how they took over and developed Old Testament and intertestamental notions of the Spirit. Then he asks how looking at ancient witnesses informs our contemporary understanding.

Zachariah Thomson grapples with his identity as a vampire alongside his friends, Charlie and Luna, when a menacing creature resembling the Beast of the Apocalypse disrupts their lives. As this entity threatens his support system, Zack uncovers that he is central to an ancient prophecy tied to the End of Days. Amidst the turmoil of shifting alliances and emerging threats, he must confront the true nature of goodness in a world where strength and ruthlessness dominate survival.

For Zack Thomson, living in the Nicholls Ward isn't so bad. After his parents died, he developed strange and severe allergies, and the mental institution was the only place where he could be properly looked after. As strange as it was, it was home. He could watch as much television as he wanted; his best friend Charlie visited him often enough; and Nurse Ophelia--the prettiest no-nonsense nurse ever--sometimes took him bowling. Of course, that didn't mean he had it easy. His allergies restricted his diet to strawberry smoothies, and being the only kid at the hospital could get lonely. But it never once crossed Zack's mind to leave...until the night someone crashed through the front doors and told him to run. Now he's on a race for answers--about his past, his parents, and his strange sickness--even as every step takes him closer to the darkest of truths.

Exploring a vibrant universe filled with diverse and fantastical creatures, this book immerses readers in a world where androids, aliens, werewolves, vampires, and furries coexist. It delves into the complexities of identity and relationships among these varied beings, offering a unique blend of science fiction and fantasy elements. The narrative promises an imaginative journey that challenges conventional norms while embracing the extraordinary, appealing to fans of both genres.

Focusing on Luke's perspective of the Holy Spirit, this critical survey evaluates various scholarly theories through continuity with Luke's background, connections to his broader theology, and his influence on New Testament thought. Turner examines key Lukan phrases like "full of the Holy Spirit" and "baptize with the Holy Spirit," providing new insights that are relevant for both New Testament studies and contemporary Christian theology. The work aims to establish a clearer understanding of Luke's pneumatology, enhancing the discourse surrounding this significant theological aspect.

The story explores the evolving relationship between Adam, a transgender Londoner navigating his transition, and Elias, a rude Danish migrant who encounters Adam at various moments in his journey. As they develop an unexpected friendship, Elias grapples with his growing attraction to Adam, leading to a complex exploration of identity, connection, and self-discovery amidst cultural differences.