The Missing Gospels: Unearthing the Truth Behind Alternative Christianities

ISBN: 9780785212942 / 978-0785212942

Product Features

• Title: The Missing Gospels: Unearthing the Truth Behind Alternative Christianities
• Author: Darrell L. Bock, Ph.D.
• Foreword by: Dr. Edwin M. Yamauchi
• Publisher: Nelson Books, a Division of Thomas Nelson Publishers
• Publication Year: 2006
• ISBN-13: 978-0785212942 / 9780785212942
• ISBN-10: 0785212949
• Pages: 272
• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English

Overview

The Missing Gospels by Darrell L. Bock, Ph.D., delves into the recent discussions surrounding "alternative Christianities" and the ancient texts discovered at Nag Hammadi, Egypt. These texts have sparked debates about their potential to revolutionize traditional views of Jesus and early Christianity. Bock examines these claims, compares the controversial writings with traditional sources, and addresses whether these discoveries should alter the conventional understanding of Christian history. Each chapter includes discussion questions for group or individual study, making this book a valuable resource for readers seeking to understand the implications of these ancient texts.

Interesting Facts

• Controversial Topics: The book tackles questions about the nature of Jesus' betrayal, the concept of salvation, and the physical versus spiritual body, challenging readers to rethink traditional Christian beliefs.
• Academic Endorsements: Scholars like Philip Jenkins, Larry Hurtado, Andreas J. Köstenberger, Frederica Mathewes-Green, and Prof. Dr. Martin Hengel have praised the book for its scholarly approach and accessible presentation.
• Educational Value: The inclusion of discussion questions at the end of each chapter enhances its suitability for study groups and individual reflection.
• Author's Background: Darrell L. Bock is a research professor of New Testament studies at Dallas Theological Seminary and a New York Times best-selling author known for his work on Breaking the Da Vinci Code.

Contents

1. Introduction
2. Amazing Scientific Facts
3. True Scientists who Believed
4. What is All the Fuss about?
5. Big Bang or Big Belief?
6. Science Speaks
7. Is Life a Miracle or Did it Just Happen?
8. Mutations the Miracle Makers
9. The Fossils Speak
10. Is the Earth Old or Young and Tired?
11. Created in His Image - the Missing Link Will Always be Missing
12. Scientists with a Conscience
13. No Compromise!
14. Evidence that Demands a Creator!
15. The World that Then Was
16. The Amazing Ark
17. The Flood
18. Evidence and More Evidence
19. The Mystery of the Dinosaurs
20. The Silent Witness
21. Let Us Reason
22. Stand Up and Be Counted
23. Lessons from Science
24. Creation and the New Creation
25. Recommended Books for Further Reading
26. Acknowledgements

Publishers

• Nelson Books, a Division of Thomas Nelson Publishers

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