Like the Roman Empire, today's governments or organizations can become centered on power and believe their messages are the 'good news.' As Christians, we're called to proclaim God’s name in all the earth (1 Chronicles 16:8), but how do we to do that in the midst of false gospels?In this fifteenth volume of That The World May Know&… Read more…
Recipient of Publisher’s Weekly Starred Review!On the move . . . again? Wondering when you will “arrive”?Sometimes God leads people out of familiar territory so he can tell them who they are. That moment you depart, you experience reinvention, renewal, and freedom. You get a redo on the adjectives associated with your name. Almost There is for those on… Read more…
The Encyclopedia of Christianity is a monumental reference work that addresses the broad interest in Christianity and religion around the world today. Comprehensive, up to date, of high standard, and easily understandable, the EC describes the Christian faith and community in their myriad forms today and throughout the 2,000 years of Christian history. The E… Read more…
Introducing the New Testament is an outstanding guide to the writings of the New Testament for readers ranging from Bible students to those approaching the Christian Scriptures for the first time. Written by three leading Bible specialists, this book discusses in a clear and balanced way the New Testament's literature, its message, and the issues raised … Read more…
The first five books of the Bible can be confusing to interpret for the beginning Bible scholar. Whybray provides a straightforward introduction to the Pentateuch, hoping to make this daunting task a simpler one. Written specifically as an entry-level textbook for colleges and seminaries, this volume gives valuable insights to the context, themes, literary m… Read more…
The Everyman's Bible Commentary series is directed toward the layman and pastor alike. Each one of the 42 volumes provides background information, a well-structured outline, and insights into each verse. Dig deeper into God's Word by reading the thoughts of well-known theologians such as Roy B. Zuck, Charles C. Ryrie, John Sailhamer, Howard Vos, and … Read more…
The New Testament is worthy of a lifetime of study, as it answers the most significant questions people have asked,' says Paul Benware. What is the purpose of life? Is there any real hope? What is God like? Can I be freed from guilt and sin?Jesus Christ is the only answer to those questions. He is the key to God's New Covenant, the central theme … Read more…
The New Testament Scriptures will never be properly understood by a person if the Old Testament Scriptures essentially remain a mystery to him,' says Paul Benware.Most Christians do not have a clear understanding of the pattern, unity, or progression of the Old Testament. They can tell stories of Moses, Noah, and David but aren't sure how all the… Read more…
Author Ralph Earle's commentary provides understanding of the unique attributes of the Gospel of Mark. Action-filled, vivid, and often picturesque in detail, this short Gospel is peppered with words such as "immediately," "straightway," and "forthwith". It dives quickly into the ministry of Jesus with little to no time spent on pr… Read more…
Have you ever resolved to read through the entire Bible, only to abandon your resolution when you reached the long, detailed passages of Leviticus? Or wondered why God included all those lists of ceremonial laws and instructions in His inspired Word? What can those dictates possibly mean to Christians today? Schultz's clear, step-by-step study of thi… Read more…
Zechariah, written to encourage the remnant of Israel struggling to follow the Lord, looks ahead to the eventual triumph of God's people and the coming of the Messiah. It contains many prophecies about Messiah, His life on earth, His millennial reign, and the salvation He would bring--so many in fact that it has been called the "Revelation of the… Read more…
A reliable guide to Paul's last letter is provided by D. Edmond Hiebert in this concise interpretation of 2 Timothy. The verse-by-verse exposition offers a systematic explanation of the entire book. A comprehensive outline accurately follows the progression of Paul's thought, giving a quick overall view of the contents.Second Timothy is the most… Read more…
