For 2000 years, most Christians have participated in the ritual of baptism. Yet for many people today, whether they are Christian or otherwise, baptism remains a mystery. What does it mean? Why do many Christians baptize their young children while others do not? Why do some fully immerse in water while others simply sprinkle it upon the head? Most importantly, how does the act of baptism lavish the grace of God upon us, and how is its symbol significant for those who walk the way of Jesus? Consider this work to be an exploration of these questions.

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Ever tried on a God helmet? Are there still prophets running around? Will the world end before Christmas next year? Surely you've pondered such issues far into the lonely night? Still, there are moments when we wonder about that stuff. But where is the solid and basic information to push us along? Fear not. Prophecy A-Z is here to help you out. As the subtitle pledges: the book is complete, eschatological, and a dictionary of prophecy. A letter-by-letter dictionary of prophetic terms - from Aaron to Zwingli - Sixty essays covering the most complex end times concepts - Healthy doses of history, philosophy, and apocalyptic shop talk It's handy; it's thorough; it's essential for every interested lay reader, Bible scholars, and clergy professionals.