Books published by SPCK Publishing

The second release in a major new series of guides to the books of the Old Testament written in an accessible and anecdotal style. The series is suitable for personal or group use and the format is also appropriate for daily study.

In the sobering wake of the global recession, many Christians realize they need to rethink their approach to money. Respected New Testament scholar Ben Witherington III explores what the Bible does - and does not - say about money.

An accessible introduction to the various ways that scripture is used in Paul's theology and argumentation. It considers how particular texts were influential for Paul's understanding of God's purposes for the world, along with key themes such as the constitution of the church, the nature of faith and the role of the Law.

The relationship of 'land' to 'theology' has been a motif living within the Jewish tradition since the patriarchal era: one mark of the covenant with Abraham was the promise of land. Gary Burge explores what the New Testament says about 'the land' and outlines the various ways in which these passages have been interpreted.

Introduces readers to the key passages that must be examined when trying to understand what the New Testament says about Jews and Judaism. An ideal resource for students studying the New Testament at undergraduate level and for bible study groups.

What are God's people about? Unity in diversity or ethnic rivalry? Internal freedom or external control? Paul's letter to the Galatians is a strong corrective message to those who would try to impose religious rules and regulations and take away God's gifts of freedom and unity from the people.

Illness and suffering in the ancient world were regularly regarded as signs of divine displeasure. In 2 Corinthians, we see evidence of Paul's own suffering. The difficulties and pain he endured could be interpreted as God's punishment. Not so, says Paul.

The book centres on the most significant influence in the development of Betjeman's poetic imagination and that element of his life that he took most seriously: the Church of England.

How we handle money and possessions is central to our spiritual health and our emotional well being. This book does not set out to provide all the answers but it aims to help us ask some of the important questions about what it means to be a faithful disciple of Jesus Christ around money and possessions.

The purpose of this book is to help us think through the pattern of our living in order to find a 'Rule', a way of living, that will not just sustain us, but allow us to look beyond ourselves, to make a difference, and to have a life ourselves.

Curation is a term usually used in the art world for the role of imagining and overseeing an exhibition or art experience. However the word is now being adopted by people in alternative worship, as it affords a very different and inventive way of thinking about how to lead a service or praise event.

Contextual Bible Study (CBS) is an exciting approach to group Bible study that encourages people of all ages and all walks of life to read the Bible together and to allow it to shape their understanding of the burning issues of the day.

Mary Grey looks at how the Advent story encourages forgiveness and reconciliation, both essential for peace, and how the Gospels can be key tools to help Christians work towards peace.

Gaze on him ... Consider him ... Contemplate him ... As you desire to imitate him. This advice from St Clare of Assisi is the key to unlocking the door to the heart of Jesus' teaching. Her words provide a pattern of meditation that brings alive the Gospel reading for every Sunday in Year A of the Revised Common Lectionary.

John Polkinghorne is a world authority in the field of science and religion. He has written numerous books in this area, and his thinking is hugely influential. This book brings together his thoughts on several core issues in the debate: God, science and technology, and Christianity.

The Didache is one of the earliest Christian writings, reflecting the situation before 70 CE and before the four gospels became prevalent. O'Loughlin covers the history of the text from its discovery in the 19th-century and provides a new translation along with a commentary, which highlights areas of key interest to Christians today.

By viewing Jesus as temple, we gain an enriched understanding of his ministry, teachings, death and resurrection. Whereas modern history of Jesus research has tended to separate the historical Jesus from the proclamation of the early church, Perrin's account effectively closes the historical gap between founder and movement.

A comprehensive guide to symbols used in Christian liturgical art, architecture, manuscripts, stained glass, etc. The book includes over 500 new illustrations. First published in 1964, now completely updated.

Drawing on encounters between Jesus and women in the gospels, this book explores the spirituality of women, especially 'Jesus spirituality'.

Tells the fascinating, violent story of the Church's fifth century battles over 'right belief' that had a far greater impact on the future of Christianity and the world than the much-touted Council of Nicea convened by Constantine a century before.

In Tides and Seasons, David Adam draws from the rich store of Celtic Spirituality insights which speak to our own world today. The prayers he has written for this book echo the rhythms of creation which find their parallels in our spiritual lives.

Explores how the life, teaching, death and resurrection of the greatest figure in human history have affected the world, the Church, culture, and above all human lives.

The book's purpose is to introduce the reader to questions in Christian ethics through a careful examination of the fundamental meta-ethical questions posed by the 'state we're in', whether understood as a new phase of modernity or as postmodernity.

Accompanies 10 week course in which TOM WRIGHT explains the basics of Christianity Living Faith: Exploring the Essentials of Christianity: Study Guide (64 pages) Designed to accompany Tom Wright's 10-session DVD based Living Faith course (although it may be enjoyed as a book itself), this highly readable study guide by John Schwarz is an abridged version of his 320 page volume A Handbook of the Christian Faith. The 10 chapters of this guide correspond with the course's 10 DVD sessions. To gain the most from the series, participants should read the relevant chapter before viewing the DVD.

Godzone is a book of mystery and illumination, a guide-book to the travels of the heart. With humour, story-telling and captivating originality, it entices the reader to join its hitchhiking author on the most important journey of all.

Trystan Owain Hughes suggests that learning how to suffer and how to wait patiently may be the secret of finding joy in our lives. Diagnosed with a degenerative spinal condition, he was surprised to discover that, instead of increasing his unhappiness, it spurred him on to seek out sources of hope and meaning.