Paula Gooder ist eine Schriftstellerin und Dozentin für biblische Studien, deren Leidenschaft es ist, die Begeisterung für das Lesen der Bibel heute zu wecken. Sie präsentiert das Beste aus der biblischen Wissenschaft auf zugängliche und fesselnde Weise. Ihr Ziel ist es, biblische Texte für den modernen Leser verständlich und interessant zu machen und ihre zeitlose Bedeutung hervorzuheben. Ihre Arbeit verbindet tiefes akademisches Wissen mit dem brennenden Wunsch, biblische Geschichten und Botschaften zu teilen.
Exploring the nativity's rich narrative, Paula Gooder draws on her biblical expertise to weave together key events, starting from the promise made to Sarah and culminating in the presentation of Jesus in the temple. Through her storytelling, she brings to life the figures surrounding the nativity, including the significant encounter with Anna the prophet, offering readers a deeper understanding of this pivotal moment in biblical history.
The follow-up to Paula Gooder's first warmly received foray into historical fiction, Phoebe, opening up Paul's theology as never before
A thoughtful guide to prayer and reflection on the Psalms with plenty of space for journalling.
Offering insightful commentary on all 150 Psalms, this collection features reflections from a seasoned team of writers known for their work in Reflections for Daily Prayer. Each psalm is accompanied by inspiring, undated reflections, with longer psalms thoughtfully divided in line with the Lectionary, making it a valuable resource for personal meditation and prayer.
At the first anniversary of lockdown, Steven Croft examines what the 'comfortable words' in Isaiah have to say to us, and through nine reflections offers a message of Easter hope.
In the style of her bestselling Phoebe, Paula Gooder uses her extensive biblical expertise to retell the events of the Crucifixion, Resurrection and Ascension through the eyes of nine female characters she imagines accompanying Jesus during these momentous days.
The third volume in the Biblical Explorations series from bestselling New Testament writer Paula Gooder explores a major exponent of the Gospels: the parables of Jesus. It considers why Jesus spoke in pictures and opens up the world behind the parables to reveal just how striking, memorable and challenging they were for their original hearers.
Aims to equip those engaged in ministry to people with dementia. It explores the theological and spiritual challenges to be faced, suggests practical ways in which acts of worship can enable those living with dementia to participate as fully as they are able, and offer a wide range of prayers and worship outlines.
From women’s suffrage to Civil Rights to environmentalism and the LGBT movement, the American Left has achieved notable successes. Sometimes celebrated and sometimes reviled, the Left has taken on many forms and reinvented itself many times. In this book, historian Robert Cottrell provides the most up-to-date history of American Progressives.
A fresh new translation of Mark's Gospel by renowned Biblical scholar Dr Paula Gooder, with interactive storytelling tips from well-known children's author and performer Bob Hartman. Ideal for use in churches, in all-age worship, in children's groups and at home.