2 Kings provides a fast-paced narrative of insight into the history of Israel under its monarchy. This book is a continuation of the narrative begun in 1 Samuel, and continued through 2 Samuel and 1 Kings. Ralph finishes it off with a captivating and rewarding journey through 2 Kings. Written between 561 BC and 538 BC, 2nd Kings gives us a… Read more…
The second letter to the Corinthians is Paul's personal appeal to the church he founded in Corinth, a church influenced against Paul by false prophets. In describing the type of Church Leader that is pleasing to God, Paul reveals more about himself than in any other of his writings. It is as if we can see into his soul as he lovingly points out the fault… Read more…
The book of Chronicles has had a chequered past. Neglected for many years under the fortunate name of Paraleipomen or 'Things omitted', meant that they occupied a subordinate position in the Scriptures until the 4th century AD when the title 'A Chronicle of the whole Sacred History' was suggested instead. This has since been shortened to Chro… Read more…
Michael Eaton believes that John's Epistles were written to counteract false teachers who were influencing Christians in the church. An exposition of these epistles could not be more timely as often people who come to Christ today have little or no church background - they can be easily influenced by false teaching. John showed in his … Read more…
In 1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart, Dale Ralph Davis brings cultural and historical colour to the task of interpretation and adds a pastor's heart for personal application. You will find a point of contact with the lives of Samuel, Saul, Jonathan and David as Davis answers the question 'What does God seek when he looks on the heart?' Davis present… Read more…
by Derek Cleave
1st Peter was written by the Apostle Peter to encourage believers for whom the storm clouds of persecution were gathering, just because they were Christians. To encourage them he first reminds them that suffering is temporary, and that faithful living in times of suffering will produce eternal benefits. He develops this theme to show that such a lifestyle, l… Read more…
1 Kings is a continuation of a narrative of the history of Israel which begins in 1 Samuel and continues through into 1 & 2 Kings. While we so often struggle with the events and issues of the book of 1st Kings, Ralph Davis helps us to see how it we can apply to the contemporary settings of the 21st century. As usual Ralph Davis uses pastoral application and … Read more…
by Paul Barnett
First Corinthians is Paul's masterly pastoral letter to a church, which he founded five years earlier, but which in the meantime has lost its way. In Ephesus Paul was visited by various groups from Corinth bringing disturbing reports of recent developments, but also a list of questions. A little sleuthing helps us recover an idea of the problems in Corin… Read more…
The books of Chronicles have had a chequered past. Neglected for many years under the unfortunate name Paraleipomenon or 'Things Omitted', meant that they occupied a subordinate position in the scriptures until the 4th century AD when the title 'A Chronicle of the whole of Sacred History' was suggested instead. This has since been shortened t… Read more…
Paul's letters to Timothy and Titus, commonly called the 'Pastoral Epistles', are Paul's last letters before his martyrdom. Although written in the first century, they are very relevant for church life today. Contemporary issues such as the inspiration and authority of scripture, the characteristics of church leaders, the role of women, and t… Read more…
The Thessalonian epistles give us relevant glimpses of the churches earliest times. When looking at the early church many contemporary questions arise such as 'What is true Gospel?' 'How do you plant a church?' These are questions that exercise our modern church just as much as the historic Thessalonian one. Paul's firs… Read more…
Truth, love, division, fellowship, imitating others. Points such as these, and many more, are frequently controversial in the Christian life today. And the Bible is ever relevant to them! 2 and 3 John, the smallest books in the Bible, are often unjustly neglected. In this stimulating guide, which includes several points of application and questions to think … Read more…
Words are the currency of civilization. They have a powerful effect in daily life by challenging, confronting or comforting the hearer. Near the end of his life Peter wrote this letter to first-century Christians, warning them of the danger they were in from those seeking to destroy the church of Jesus Christ with corrosive words. Today, the church is in dan… Read more…
The letter to the Hebrews is a challenging document for our multi-faith age with its stress on the uniqueness of Jesus Christ in his person and work. In its call to come to Jesus 'outside the camp' it reminds us of the need for sacrifice in the Christian church. Yet it is full of the assurance of hope in Christ. In its context and … Read more…
Think of today's church, and the issues that so often have to be faced: establishing a well-functioning eldership, combatting false teaching, upholding the importance of sound doctrine, how we are to live as Christian men and as Christian women, appreciating the grace of God in salvation, and looking forward to the coming again of our Lord Jesus. All the… Read more…
2 Timothy is the last letter the apostle Paul ever wrote, and it contains his final counsel to Christian believers. From his opening words"Grace, mercy and peace" to his closing blessing "Grace be with you", his letter tersely counsels young Timothy what to do in the light of influences and pressures believers face as they live for God in difficult times. Th… Read more…
1 Timothy is an urgent letter to a Christian in the thick of a crisis and a call to the local church to get on with the job God called it to do spreading the Good News! Simon Robinson applies this message incisively to modern readers in this engagingly written and practical study guide. Although the Bible can seem incomprehensible, the Ope… Read more…
by Tim Shenton
Paul's first letter to the Thessalonians deals with repentance, faith, living a transformed life, living happily with other believers in church, awaiting the second coming of the Lord Jesus Christ, and many other points. Here, Tim Shenton leads us carefully through all the main aspects of the teaching. Although the Bible can seem incom… Read more…
Paul's letter to the Colossians reveals the greatness of Jesus Christ by dealing with such important subjects as the fact that he is fully God, that he has authority over 'principalities and powers', and that those who believe in him are complete and wonderfully at liberty. It also touches powerfully and relevantly on practical Christian living i… Read more…
The letter to the Philippians is full of Christ and full of joy. To discover how best to live joyfully with Christ, Philippians gives sound counsel. Roger Ellsworth retains a sense of the majesty of Scripture as he opens up this wonderful letter, yet without in any way dumbing down on its message. Although the Bible can seem incomprehensib… Read more…
by Derek Prime
How should people live in the light of a surrounding immoral culture? What should be the church's response to blatant sin on the part of its members? How should the giving and stewardship of the church be administered? What happens after a person dies? How should spiritual gifts be exercised, and what is the place of love in all this? Here is a succinct … Read more…
The Gospel of Luke makes remarkable reading. It introduces us to many people the other Gospels don't mention; it shows the compassion of Jesus in a special way; it is the only Gospel written by a Gentile. Let Gavin Childress guide you through its message in easy stages, and there is plenty to think (and talk) about in the discussion points at the end of … Read more…
It was a depressing time. Priests and people, both of whom who had been enormously blessed by God, were shuffling through their religion, muttering all the while about how burdensome it was. Questioning God's love, dishonouring his name, sighing over his service, breaking his laws and doubting his promises - these were the orders of the day. A wake-up ca… Read more…
When did you last hear a sermon based on a passage from the prophecy of Zephaniah? This is one of the most neglected books in the whole Bible. It was delivered and written after many years of silence from God. The northern kingdom of Israel, or Ephraim, had already been deported by Assyria, never to return. The prophecy of Zephaniah was to be the last given … Read more…
In Nahum's prophecy, we see the Lord's involvement in history as the ultimate Judge and King of all men. It deals with the difficult subject of God's righteous wrath against sin, which is practically demonstrated in the book of Nahum as his vengeance revealed in Nineveh's overthrow. Yet even in this, the grace and mercy of God in salvation sh… Read more…
Think Jonah, think whale. Or should we? Actually no. The whale, or great fish, merely appears among the list of supporting cast, along with the worm which appears later in the account. Instead, the book is about the character of God. It shows us something of his burning holiness, something of his powerful and detailed ordering of events, and something of his… Read more…
"The LORD roars from Zion and thunders from Jerusalem; the pastures of the shepherds dry up, and the top of Carmel withers." So begins the prophecy of Amos! Why does the Lord roar? What had led to such abuses of privilege on the part of the people of Israel in that day? What happens when God's holiness is offended and when his voice is ignored? Michael B… Read more…
Ezekiel's ministry took place during a time of important transition in the life of the nation of Israel - a time when the judgement of God would bring catastrophic change to the lives of its people. Balances in power were shifting - the former superpower Egypt was in decline, and Assyria's influence was becoming less significant. Babylon was on the r… Read more…
by Jim Winter
Ecclesiastes has much to say to any thinking person who seriously questions the meaning and purpose of life in a universe that has little or no place for the God who created it. The writer leaves no stone unturned as he pursues his quest. Philosophy, power, politics, pleasure, and education are all carefully explored. Here is a man who appears to have everyt… Read more…
The Book of Proverbs has one central message (how to gain wisdom) and deals with an extensive array of practical topics including vocation, financial stewardship, moral purity, and how to have successful relationships. Here, Jim Newheiser guides the reader through all the main aspects of the teaching of Proverbs while also emphasizing how these great, life-t… Read more…
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