Pouhých 9,58 sekund – přesně tolik času zabrala Usainu Boltovi zářivá cesta na sportovní vrchol. Jeho světový rekord v běhu na sto metrů šokoval celý svět. Když byl ale Usain St. Leo Bolt malým chlapcem, víc než běhání, které ho vůbec nebavilo, se věnoval jiným sportům. Nebýt Boltova trenéra kriketu, možná by zůstal jeho talent bez povšimnutí. Nikdo, nejspíš ani Usain sám, tehdy ještě netušil, že tenhle vysoký, hubený kluk z malého městečka v oblasti Montego Bay na severním pobřeží Jamajky se jednoho dne stane nejrychlejším mužem planety.
Originally published in 1955 and reprinted dozens of times over the years, John Murray's Redemption Accomplished and Applied systematically explains the two sides of redemption -- its accomplishment through Christ's atonement and its application to the lives of believers. In this theological classic Murray first explores the necessity, nature, perfection, and extent of the atonement. He then goes on to expound the biblical teaching about calling, regeneration, faith and repentance, justification, adoption, sanctification, perseverance, union with Christ, and glorification.
Volume 2 of hisCollected Writingsthus provides John Murray's own selection from his articles and lectures in systematic theology. In it will be found definitive treatments of subjects upon which, in the judgement of many, he advanced the frontiers of reformed theology and gave fresh elucidation of biblical truth. This is most evident in the chapters on Adamic Administration and Definitive Sanctification, but the seed-thoughts of further insight are also clearly evident in many other places.
In this assured debut collection, John Murray skillfully blends fact with fiction, drawing inspiration from science, medicine, and nature. The stories unfold in captivating settings around the globe, including a cholera tent in Bombay, a UN refugee camp in Africa, and a Key West hideaway. Characters such as doctors, nurses, research scientists, and explorers engage with texts like The Manual of Clinical Microbiology and Gray's Anatomy. Despite the external settings, the narratives delve into the internal emotional landscapes of love, loss, obsession, and familial survival. They capture moments when individuals glimpse their true selves and reflect on their pasts. In one story, an American-born scientist returns to Bombay, her parents' homeland, seeking liberation from her structured life. Another tale follows an aging surgeon who uses his grandfather's butterfly collection to confront his history. A young man grapples with his father's tragic death while traversing the Himalayan mountain that would have been his father's last climb. The son of Indian immigrants revisits pivotal events from the summer of 1968 that shaped his brother's fate. These vivid stories portray characters navigating the complexities of their pasts and cultures, marking a rich and original debut.
In this commonplace book, John Murray has drawn together a collection of wise, thoughtful, and witty proverbs and sayings. The volume includes illustrations, some sent by the authors of the sayings themselves, including John Piper, John Craxton, Beryl Cook, and Val Biro.
Set against the backdrop of 1931 Munich, the story revolves around the mysterious death of Geli Raubal, Adolf Hitler's niece, found dead in his apartment. The circumstances surrounding her death, with Hitler's pistol nearby, raise suspicions, yet the Nazi regime pushes a narrative of suicide to conceal the truth. This gripping tale delves into themes of power, manipulation, and the dark secrets hidden within the shadows of history.
This classic study addresses ethical questions relating to such topics as marriage, labor, capital punishment, truthfulness, Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount, law and grace, and the fear of God. Murray points the reader to all of Scripture as the basic authority in matters of Christian conduct.
The exploration of a purpose-filled life in this book aims to uplift readers' spirits. John Murray invites you to delve into the transformative power of joy, offering insights and encouragement to embrace a fulfilling existence. Through his engaging narrative, he highlights the importance of finding meaning and happiness in everyday experiences, inspiring a deeper connection with oneself and the world around.
Exploring profound existential questions, this book delves into the nature of consciousness, the implications of medical advancements, and the intricate relationship between the mind and body. It challenges readers to consider the essence of love, the reality of time, and the psychological roots of illness. Through thought-provoking inquiries, it invites reflection on the human experience and the limits of our understanding, ultimately questioning whether we are merely puppets of our biology or if there is a deeper meaning to our existence.
