Designed for laypeople, these commentaries deal seriously with the biblical text without being overly technical. Introductory information, doctrinal themes, problem passages, and practical applications are examined.

Sanctification in the New Testament, by Dr. Ralph Earle, is a succinct book explaining the concept of sanctification, and what it means to lead a holy life. Dr. Earles goal is to help people understand sanctification with the mind, and to experience it with the heart. “My primary purpose and deep concern has been to help people see the light of this glorious truth of entire sanctification and receive this gracious experience (10).” This discussion of how to be filled with the spirit, who ca...

Meet the Major Prophets is a companion text to Ralph Earles Meet the Minor Prophets; it introduces readers to the four major prophets described in the Old Testament: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel. The first chapter about each prophet (in the order in which they are listed here)both articulates the meaning of their names, the dates of their ministry, and the geographical region in which they ministered, and present0s the outline of their book; Earle also recommends verses for memoriza...

One of the most heartening trends of the last century has been the increased interest in the study of the Bible. Many articles, exploratory texts, commentaries, and reference books have been written on and about the Bible. Yet, through all of this study, one basic question still remains: How did we get our Bible? In this powerful examination, revised and updated by Jim Edlin, readers will be taken on the miraculous journey of the development of the Bible. With veracity and inspiration, this t...

Marketing, office planning, networking, managed care, legal liability. These are probably not the words that encouraged your decision to pursue a career in the field of mental health. Before practicing the clinical aspects of therapy, most mental health professionals must first deal with the business of therapy. Independent Practice for the Mental Health Professional, co-written by a veteran therapist and a therapist just beginning in her practice, offers the information needed to balance ...

Meet the Minor Prophets introduces readers to the twelve minor prophets described in the Old Testament: Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi. Each chapter describes two prophets (in the order in which they are listed here), articulates the meaning of their names, the dates of their ministry, and the geographical region in which they ministered, and presents the outline of their book; each chapter also recommends verses for memori...

The meaning of significant and interesting words is explored and clarified. The primary objectives are to assist preachers in understanding the scriptures with increased clarity and to expand their messages with accuracy and effectiveness. In addition, the importance of assisting all students of the word to discover the rich mine of truth when they study Biblical text in the original languages is provided. The discussion is on a practical as opposed to a technical level and all Greek words ar...

Derived from Gregg Allison’s magisterial Historical Theology, this digital resource provides a concise overview of Christian worship as it developed throughout the church’s history. Liturgy, sacraments, the regulative principle, the theology of worship, elements of worship—all of these and more are covered in this concise history. Readers wanting a handy reference resource to the full story of Christian worship from beginning to end will appreciate Allison’s careful and fair-minde...

Preaching's Preacher's Guide to the Best Bible Reference"Yahweh sits enthroned, high and lifted upA shoot grows from the stump of JesseA Servant pours himself out to deathKings and nations stream to Zion"The book of Isaiah's imagery sparkles as it inspires. It draws us in to meditate and extends our vision toward the future. But what should we make of this sprawling and puzzling book—so layered and complex in its compo...

Among important books in the defense of Christianity, this one has few equals. Evidence That Demands a Verdict is an easy-to-read, front-line defense for Christians facing the tough questions of critics and skeptics. Using secular evidences and other historical sources, Josh McDowell's faith-building book is a "must read" for every Christian.

The Revolutionary Sales Approach Scientifically Proven to Dramatically Improve Your Sales and Business SuccessBlending cutting-edge research in social psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral economics, The Science of Selling shows you how to align the way you sell with how our brains naturally form buying decisions, dramatically increasing your ability to earn more sales. Unlike other sales books, which primarily rely on anecdotal evidence and un...

From the bestselling author of The Lamb's Supper and Signs of Life comes an illuminating work that unlocks the many mysteries of the Catholic sacrament of the Eucharist.Long before the New Testament was a document, it was a sacrament. Jesus called the Eucharist by the name Christians subsequently gave to the latter books of the Holy Bible. It was the "New Covenant," the "New Testament," in his blood. Christians later extended the phrase to cover the books produced ...