The authors are: Billy Graham, Adrian Rogers, John A. Huffman, Jr., Thomas K. Tewell, James Kennedy, William Bouknight, Reverend Chuck Smith, Michael W. Foss, Robert Anthony Schuller, Robert H. Schuller, Dr. Roger Swearington. Why bad things happen to good people is a topic that has increasingly captured my attention-and for two principal reasons: First, the number of dedicated Christians and Jews to whom this question seems to remain quietly disturbing-in times of personal crisis, occasio...

This engaging, easy-to-use, and fun guide to learning more about the Bible features hundreds of questions and detailed, frequently surprising answers organized in the form of the Good Book itself. It is filled with cultural, historical, literary, and theological facts that will surprise and inform readers of every denomination.

As if with any story you've ever heard or read. There is more than one side to the story and I believe the story of Jonah deserves to be looked at with a different perspective, with at least some context. You've probably heard one of two versions. The kid friendly version with the drawings of a beautiful whale and Jonah comfortably praying on his knees inside the whale's belly, or the adult version where an angry God will send a storm your way to punish you for not doing his will and then ...

Fresh From the Word: the Bible for a Change will inspire your reading of the Bible in a changing world. Bringing together top theologians and biblical scholars, cutting-edge church leaders, activists for peace and justice and a range of creative Christian writers of different nationalities, Fresh From the Word 2016 offers 366 sets of notes, prayers and suggestions for action on biblical themes.This year, you are invited on a journey of navigation and exploration. Navigating good and...

A brief introduction to major sections of the Bible, with a summary chapter explaining the larger story that ties it all together. Introductory chapters by the late John Halford; overview chapter by Michael D. Morrison, PhD, who also edited the book.

A must-read collection for Bible enthusiasts, study groups, and anyone interested in learning more about the most revered book of all time.As the bestselling book in the world, the Bible is a source of faith and enlightenment for millions of people. But how well do you really know its stories?Do You Know:What significant event in Jesus's life happened by the brook Kidron?Though he doesn't identify himself in the book, who is...

Many introductions are either too simple, not providing all the necessary information, or overly complicated and written at a level out of the reach of an average person with no seminary training. This work is neither. The author is thorough, (providing over 700 footnotes), but at a level that is understandable, and in a concise manner.This volume is a combination of two books, "Introducing the Old Testament Books," and "Introducing the New Testament Books" in one convenient text.

Learn about the scriptures of the Old and New Testament in The Bible Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about the Bible in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Bible Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics a...

A comprehensive and accessible guide to the Hebrew BibleThis book brings together some of the world's most exciting scholars from across a variety of disciplines to provide a concise and accessible guide to the Hebrew Bible. It covers every major genre of book in the Old Testament together with in-depth discussions of major themes such as human nature, covenant, creation, ethics, ritual and purity, sacred space, and monotheism. This authoritative overview sets each...

This book is a compilation of the 23rd Psalm excerpted from some 40 + English Bible translations in the US. Preceding each version are historical translation notes including:* Date Published* General description of the scriptural text* Translation Tidbits* Copyright InfoHaving translation notes precede each version of this Psalm 23 Bible study is an excellent way to conduct comparison studies while gaining a deeper understanding into this powerful praye...

It takes much time and effort to study the Bible. But it is always time and effort that is well spent. Every faithful approach to the Bible is profitable.This new publication aims to help in our study of the Bible. While it will be of much use to preachers it will also help everyone who desires to study Scripture.This book mines the wealth of commentators from years past to bring to your reading their insights and understanding.The Preacher's Bible Companion highlig...

THE TRUSTED COMMENTARY COLLECTION is a new release of much loved and oft used commentaries.Each commentary is beautifully formatted with every verse given an uncluttered presentation for ease of reference and use. We have taken great care to provide you with each individual commentary as it was intended and written by the original author.Our commentaries are equipped with the very best active tables of contents that drill down from the main contents page to the individual B...