An Introduction to the Theology and Themes of JamesGenuine Christian faith shows itself in the spiritual fruit of a transformed life. No New Testament book makes this reality more clear than the epistle of James. Known for its practical wisdom, the book of James offers a concise reflection of Jesus's teachings, challenges our everyday actions, and provides clear guidance for building a life upon his words.In this volume of the New Testament Theology series,...

My poems don’t fit any particular genre, type or style; the collection has been written over a number of years and is delightfully diverse.You will meet indifferent bees, the ghostly shapes of junior trout, the Gentile at the door of the Last Supper, a soldier doing his best, and be able to walk with me on a shining pathway of stars.My verse may amuse, stimulate and even possibly challenge you. At times whimsical, it is sometimes philosophical and even theological and in on...

A vital Bible resource used in classrooms and churches worldwide now revised and updated.40 Questions about Interpreting the Bible, now in a revised second edition, probes the most pressing problems encountered by churchgoers and beginning Bible students when they try to read and understand the Bible. Using feedback received from pastors, professors, and Bible teachers, New Testament professor Robert L. Plummer includes updated information about Bible trans...

Understanding the Bible will helop anyone learn how to interpret the Bible for themselves. The Bible covers a variety of genres and was written a long time ago, so being aware of solid principles of interpretation is important in order to understand the Bible properly. Plummer walks the reader through improving interpretation skills, using books and tools for interpretation, and determining the meaning of a biblical text.

Research indicates that, on average, Americans change their religious affiliation at least once during their lives. Journeys of Faith examines the movement between four Christian traditions and what led believers to make a shift.Four prominent converts to Eastern Orthodoxy, Catholicism, Evangelicalism and Anglicanism describe their new faith traditions and doctrines and their spiritual journeys into them. Response chapters offer respectful critiques.

Keyed to the best-selling Beginning with New Testament Greek, this set of folding laminated pages covers declension and conjugation patterns and includes an easy-to-follow preposition chart. With these laminated sheets by your side, you will never waste time flipping through your beginning grammar looking for present active indicative endings or aorist infinitives. It's a handy "cheat sheet" that's easy to use as a quick reference or helpful to have by your side in class.

An excellent primer for those who want to understand who the original writers of the Bible were, how the books of the Bible came together, how we can be sure that the Bible is authoritative, and what the differences are between modern translations. Author Robert Plummer writes with a warm style in an accessible "big questions" format.

The Exegetical Guide to the Greek New Testament (EGGNT) closes the gap between the Greek text and the available lexical and grammatical tools, providing all the necessary information for greater understanding of the text. The series makes interpreting any given New Testament book easier, especially for those who are hard pressed for time but want to preach or teach with accuracy and authority.Each volume begins with a brief introduction to the particular New Testa...

Ignite the Power of “YOU” in Your Job Search Journey: Contemplate Who You AreBy: Robert W. Plummer, Jr.Unlike most books on the job search process, which only touch on interviewing skills, resumes, or networking, Ignite the Power of ‘YOU’ in Your Job Search Journey focuses on the foundational step of Personal Discovery. In this book, Plummer will show you how to take inventory of yourself—the traits and attributes that make you who you are—and how to establish your personal...

Learning Greek is one thing. Retaining it and using it in preaching, teaching, and ministry is another.In this volume, two master teachers with nearly forty years of combined teaching experience inspire readers to learn, retain, and use Greek for ministry, setting them on a lifelong journey of reading and loving the Greek New Testament.Designed to accompany a beginning or intermediate Greek grammar, this book● offers practical guidance, inspiration,...

How to Build and Maintain Proficiency in HebrewThree experienced biblical language professors inspire readers to learn, retain, and use Hebrew for ministry, setting them on a lifelong journey of reading and loving the Hebrew Bible.A companion volume to the successful Greek for Life, this book● offers practical guidance, inspiration, and motivation;● incorporates research-tested strategies for learning;● presents metho...

The church is called to be a "city on a hill," to be "rich in good deeds," and especially so to the poor. How has the church fared in this task historically, and how might we heed this calling better in today's societies? The contributors in this book believe that the Scriptures and our early Christian forerunners can help us understand more clearly how to engage with economics, poverty, and wealth to the end that the church better serves the poor. Readers will encounter a breadth of topic...