Focusing on the critical role of culture in psychological development, this book presents a comprehensive chronological exploration of child development. It examines how cultural differences influence various aspects of children's growth, highlighting the interplay between cultural context and developmental milestones. The approach provides a complete understanding of how children's experiences are shaped by their cultural environments.
A year's worth of devotional readings from the hugely popular Knowing God.
An attractive re-issue of the bestselling sequel to J.I. Packer's Knowing God. Packer explains why the Bible is the key to a fulfilling life with God. He makes the case for why it is reliable and how the Bible tells us about God.
Set in a struggling, diverse school district in Michigan's rust-belt, the narrative explores the challenges and dynamics faced by students and educators in an economically disadvantaged environment. Through the lens of education, it delves into themes of class, race, and resilience, highlighting the impact of socio-economic factors on learning and community. The story captures the efforts of individuals striving for change and the complexities of navigating a system marked by inequality.
What does it truly mean to grow old gracefully? Thinning hair and failing eyesight reveal the inescapable truth that we are only getting older. The world tells us to relax. Slow down. Take it easy. Amuse ourselves. We are out of the rat race - and onto the shelf. Is that all there is for us as we age? Much-loved author J. I. Packer - now in his eighties - offers us a compelling vision for lifelong learning, wholehearted service, and running the race until the end, despite all the challenges that come with ageing. Packer's pastoral words and personal example encourage us to press on towards the upward call of God with endurance and grace. As our powers of body and memory grow weaker, our hope of glory can remain strong - enabling us to finish our lives with joy and glorify Jesus, no matter how old we are.
'As the years go by, I am increasingly burdened by the sense that the more conservative church people in the West, Protestant and Roman Catholic alike, are, if not starving, at least grievously undernourished for lack of a particular pastoral ministry that was a staple item in the church life of the first Christian centuries and also of the Reformation and Counter-Reformation era in Western Europe, but has largely fallen out of use in recent days. That ministry is called 'catechesis'. It consists of intentional, orderly instruction in the truths that Christians are called to live by, linked with equally intentional and orderly instruction on how they are to do this.' 'Catechesis' consists of intentional, orderly instruction in the truths by which Christians are called to live a sort of discipleship in 'mere Christianity'. The fact that catechesis has fallen out of the life and practice of many churches today is a major loss, leaving Christians undernourished and spiritually sluggish. Professor J. I. Packer responds that 'it is catechesis' vital ongoing teaching and discipling that hits the bull s eye': it is of the utmost importance in developing a church that maintains orthodox beliefs. Packer urges Christians to know their faith so they can explain it to inquirers, sustain it against sceptics, and put it to work in evangelism, church fellowship, and the many forms of service this is the Christian's business of taking God seriously
Most people think of weakness as purely negative, but true Christianity embraces weakness as a way of life. In this collection of meditations on 2 Corinthians, renowned Bible scholar and theologian J.I. Packer reflects on the central importance of weakness for the Christian life.
One of the leading authorities on the Puritans, J. I. Packer introduces us to their rich theology and deep spirituality. The writings of the Puritans continue to profoundly reward readers and here Packer brings them alive in an inspiring way to encourage a new generation to experience their delights.
This book sets out in short compass what seems to me to be the permanent essentials of Christianity, viewed as both a belief system and a way of life ... Theology is for doxology and devotion - that is, the praise of God and the practice of godliness. It should therefore be presented in a way that brings awareness of the divine presence. Theology is at its healthiest when it is consciously under the eye of God of whom it speaks, and when it is singing to his glory.' - J. I Packer Packer's classic summary covers nearly one hundred subjects, from a Reformed perspective. Brief, easy-to-understand chapters offer precise descriptions without sacrificing depth. The four main sections present God revealed as Creator, Redeemer, Lord of grace, and Lord of destiny.