During the early days of Arathia, the land was prosperous and the people lived in harmony with one another. They believed that the gods had blessed them with abundant blessings and that they would always be protected. But as time went on, the people lost their way and began to indulge in greed, jealousy, and hatred. The gods were no longer pleased with this behavior and decided to punish the people. Thus, the land was plagued by wars, famine, and disease. The people were in complete despai...

An introduction to biblical hermeneutics, Connected: How Scripture Guides the Study of Scripture offers students an accessible, hands-on, practical guide to interpreting the Bible that focuses on its natural interconnectedness. Readers will learn the connections between the different biblical genres, connections to the ancient world in which Scripture was given, connections to the gospel of Jesus Christ, and connections to our lives and spiritual formation.As longtime prof...

Summer of 63 takes an enthralling, in-depth look at one of the greatest transformations in football, as Don Revie moulded a Leeds United side teetering on the brink of relegation to Division Three into one of the most feared teams in Europe. Revie had arrived at Leeds in November 1958, on the back of an illustrious playing career with Leicester City, Hull City, Manchester City and Sunderland. In March 1961, he was appointed player-manager at Leeds before quickly taking over the re...

This is the story of soccer's number one superfan. Since January, 1968, Gary Edwards hasn't missed a single competitive Leeds United match anywhere in the world. Enjoy this whistle-stop global tour to every club Gary has visited ever since Derby County all those years ago—by sea, by air, and by Doombuggy, Gary's customized hearse!

Old Testament Prophets: The Covenant Conscience of God's People takes readers on a journey through the world of the prophets, beginning with Isaiah and ending with Malachi. Ideal for students in the classroom or small groups at church, author Wendy Widder helpfully explains who and what are prophets, their theological significance and historical context, the meaning of their messages, and how contemporary readers should read and apply their messages for today.

In Old Testament Wisdom and Poetry: Contemplating a Lived Faith, author Norah Caudill expertly navigates the rich tapestry of biblical wisdom and poetry, going deeper into the books of Proverbs, Job, Ecclesiastes, Psalms, Song of Songs, and Lamentations. Caudill illuminates the multifaceted perspectives presented within these texts, from practical advice for a successful life, to difficult questions about the meaning of life, to lamenting life’s hardships, and to praising God. Thr...

Situated at the pivotal intersection of the departure of Jesus Christ and the arrival of the Holy Spirit, Acts and Paul’s Letters: The Gospel to the Ends of the Earth tells the story of the birth of the Christian church and the remarkable spread of the gospel. Readers will learn how to interpret Paul’s thirteen letters within the context of the historical telling of the early Christian movement in the Book of Acts and will gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of one of the...

The Gospels are the center and climax of Scripture. In them we finally meet Jesus: the anticipated fulfillment of the stories and promises of the Old Testament.In The Four Gospels: Jesus, the Hope of the World, Patrick Schreiner demonstrates the critical importance of the gospel narratives, not only as the stories of our Savior, but also as the climax of God’s story. Schreiner’s close and nuanced readings of the Gospels skillfully illustrate how the stories of Jesus, and e...

In The Pentateuch: Life in the Presence of God, J. Daniel Hays surveys the narrative history of the Pentateuch—the first five books of Scripture and invites readers to know the God who covenanted with Israel to rescue them and live in his presence. This book will encourage and equip pastors, students, and laypersons as they encounter the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.As part of the Scripture Connections series, The Pentateuch includes helpful sidebars with anci...

Old Testament Narrative Books: The Israel Story focuses on two larger narratives of the Old Testament: the Narratives of the Rise and Fall of the Hebrew Kingdoms (Joshua, Judges, Samuel, Kings) and the Narratives of Exile and Restoration (Ruth, Daniel, Esther, Ezra-Nehemiah, Chronicles). As part of the Scripture Connections series, Old Testament Narrative Books includes helpful sidebars with ancient, biblical, gospel, and life connections. Written in an accessible manner,...

Old Testament Use of Old Testament in Parallel Layout presents the connections within the Hebrew Bible in a clear, easy-to-understand, visual format designed for serious study. Featuring the Hebrew (MT) and English (NIV) texts side by side, this work traces how the writers of Scripture draw on other passages across every book of the Old Testament, offering a comprehensive, book-by-book presentation of Scripture interpreting Scripture.Featuring a dynamic, color-coded layout...

The Bible's most difficult teachings--laws about slavery, patriarchy, and the death penalty--often leave Christians feeling embarrassed or confused. The Verses We Hate challenges readers to confront these passages head-on, offering a fresh perspective that reveals God's fairness and care for the vulnerable.Written for everyday Christians, this book unpacks five of the Bible's most controversial teachings, showing how their ancient context illuminates God's justice and merc...