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God's Gift for the Graduate NKJV
By Jack Countryman. 2024
Love. Protection. Direction. God loves to give abundant gifts! During the time surrounding graduation, a season of new beginnings, seek…
God's face and receive His gifts through the powerful devotions and Bible verses in this inspiring book from Jack Countryman.God's Gift for the Graduate includes 60 inspirational devotions, along with Scripture and prayers, to remind you that God is eager to bless and guide you in this new season of life.This book will keep you rooted in these comforting truths from God's Word:God has an incredible, eternal purpose for youGod's wisdom can guide you as you make decisions about the futureRelying on God every day brings confidence and peaceYou can live your best, world-changing life in the center of God's willGod offers gifts of joy, friendship, hope, and so much more This striking book is a perfect gift for:College, trade school, nursing, seminary, and high school graduatesAdults who returned to school for a secondary degreeTeens, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends Starting a new chapter in life can feel both intimidating and exciting—but you don't have to do it alone. God is with you through every opportunity and challenge, ready each step of the way to give you His good and perfect gifts.Zondervan Handbook of Biblical Archaeology: A Book by Book Guide to Archaeological Discoveries Related to the Bible
By J. Randall Price, H. Wayne House. 2016
Explore significant archaeological discoveries pertaining to every book of the Bible.Laypersons, pastors, students, academics, and anyone looking for a current…
and comprehensive biblical archaeology resource need look no further. The Zondervan Handbook of Biblical Archaeology provides a wealth of information that supplements the historical context of the Bible, providing a window into the past that will enhance your understanding and enjoyment of biblical text.Immerse yourself in the world of the Bible and the intertestamental period with these special features:Introduction to the field of archaeologyArchaeological discoveries in canonical orderThe latest photos and information from new discoveriesAerial photos of excavation sitesPhotos of artifacts and historic structuresSidebars and study helpsRobust glossaryDetailed mapsBibliographyThe Zondervan Handbook of Biblical Archaeology gives readers the opportunity to visit ancient sites and historical places while remaining in the comfort of their own home.An Introduction to the Bible
By Robert A. Kugler, Patrick Hartin. 2009
Many current Bible “intro” volumes focus more on theories about the biblical text than on the text itself. They lack…
the simplicity that has become increasingly crucial as basic biblical literacy has declined. Robert Kugler and Patrick Hartin seek to remedy that problem by turning readers back to the text at hand. Their Introduction to the Bible surveys the content of all the biblical books, section by section, focusing on the Bible’s theological themes.The Fingerprints of God: Tracking the Divine Suspect through a History of Images
By Robert Farrar Capon. 2000
Messengers of God: Biblical Portraits and Legends
By Elie Wiesel. 1985
The Nobel winner’s classic look at Job and seven other Biblical characters as they grapple with their relationship with God…
and the question of His justice.“[Elie] Wiesel has never allowed himself to be diverted from the role of witness for the martyred Jews and survivors of the Holocaust, and by extension for all those who through the centuries have asked Job’s question: ‘What is God doing and where is His justice?’ Here in a masterful series of mythic portraits, drawing upon Bible tales and the Midrashim (a body of commentary), Wiesel explores ‘the distant and haunting figures that molded him’: Adam, Cain and Abel, Abraham and Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, and Job. With the dramatic invention of a Father Mapple and the exquisite care of a Talmudic scholar, Wiesel interprets the wellsprings of Jewish religious tradition as the many faces of man’s greatness facing the inexplicable. In an intimate relationship with God it is possible to complain, to demand. Adam and Eve in sinning ‘cried out’ against the injustice of their entrapment; Cain assaulted God rather than his brother; and Abraham’s agreement to sacrifice his son placed the burden of guilt on Him who demanded it. As for Job, Wiesel concludes that he abdicated his defiance as did the confessing Communists of Stalin’s time to ‘underline the implausibility’ of his trial, and thus become the accuser. Wiesel’s concern with the imponderables of fate seems to move from strength to strength.” —Kirkus Reviews“The extraordinary thing that Elie Wiesel has done in this book is to take ancient tales and make them contemporary, in ways that are both dazzling and disturbing. Messengers of God is captivating.” —Robert McAfee Brown, author of Unexpected NewsPara quienes desean tomar los pasos en su fe cristiana y discipulado, para liberarse de las ataduras del pasado y…
experimentar la sanidad, Espiritualidad emocionalmente sana es un estudio bíblico de ocho sesiones con video sobre la integración de la salud emocional y la espiritualidad contemplativa. Muchos seguidores de Cristo, que están realmente apasionados por Dios, se unen a una iglesia, participan semanalmente en un grupo pequeño, sirven con sus dones, y quienes son considerados «maduros», permanecen estancados a un nivel de inmadurez espiritual, especialmente cuando enfrentan conflictos y crisis interpersonales. El estudio en video Espiritualidad emocionalmente sana y la guía de estudio que lo acompaña, ofrecen una estrategia para que el discipulado aborde este vacío, ofreciendo poderosos caminos hacia la transformación que ayudará a las personas maduras a llegar a una fe llena de autenticidad y un profundo amor a Dios.Las ocho sesiones incluyen:1. El problema de la espiritualidad emocionalmente no sana.2. Saber que puedes conocer a Dios.3. Retroceder para avanzar hacia adelante.4. Viaje a través de la pared.5. Expandir tu alma a través del dolor y la pérdida.6. Descubrir el ritmo de las Oficio diario y el Sabbat.7. Crecer en un adulto emocionalmente sano.8. Tomar el siguiente paso para desarrollar una «regla de vida».La mayoría de los comentarios bíblicos nos llevan en un viaje de una sola vía de nuestro mundo al mundo…
bíblico. Pero nos dejan ahí, asumiendo que de alguna manera nosotros podremos hacer el viaje de regreso por nuestros propios medios. En otras palabras, se enfocan en el significado original del pasaje pero no discuten las aplicaciones contemporáneas. La información que ofrecen es valiosa, ¡pero el trabajo está a medias! La serie de Comentarios NVI nos ayuda con las dos partes del trabajo interpretativo. Esta nueva y única serie, muestra a los lectores como traer el mensaje antiguo a un contexto moderno. Explica no solo lo que da a entender la Biblia sino también como nos puede hablar poderosamente hoy en día.Cuando Dios susurra tu nombre
By Max Lucado. 2012
How to Get Into the Bible
By Stephen M. Miller. 2013
Journey through the greatest story of all time. How to Get Into the Bible is a fast-paced, action-packed look at…
the main characters, events, and meanings of the Old and New Testament. This is the perfect handbook of the Bible for people who love movies, comic books, television, and the Internet. Written with Bible texts from the reader-friendly Contemporary English Version, this book makes it even easier for adults who are unfamiliar with the Bible to get into the Scripture. Features include: Outlines Illustrations Coverage of the entire Bible story Fresh look for easy readingApocalypse against Empire: Theologies of Resistance in Early Judaism
By Anathea E. Portier-Young. 2011
A fresh and daring take on ancient apocalyptic books. The year 167 b.c.e. marked the beginning of a period of…
intense persecution for the people of Judea, as Seleucid emperor Antiochus IV Epiphanes attempted — forcibly and brutally — to eradicate traditional Jewish religious practices. In Apocalypse against Empire Anathea Portier-Young reconstructs the historical events and key players in this traumatic episode in Jewish history and provides a sophisticated treatment of resistance in early Judaism. Building on a solid contextual foundation, Portier-Young argues that the first Jewish apocalypses emerged as a literature of resistance to Hellenistic imperial rule. She makes a sturdy case for this argument by examining three extant apocalypses, giving careful attention to the interplay between social theory, history, textual studies, and theological analysis. In particular, Portier-Young contends, the book of Daniel, the Apocalypse of Weeks, and the Book of Dreams were written to supply an oppressed people with a potent antidote to the destructive propaganda of the empire — renewing their faith in the God of the covenant and answering state terror with radical visions of hope..The Bible, Book by Book
By Richenda Milton-Daws. 2018
Reading the bible has never been easier or through a more analytical eye. The Bible Book by Book helps not only…
to read the bible, but encourages readers to knowledgeably understand and interpret the scriptures. The King James Holy Bible contains 39 books in the old Testament, 27 books in the New Testament, and 14 books of the Apocrypha. This book presents each and every book of the Bible, with a short essential story synopsis, followed by a commentary for study and understanding. Finally, each book has a chapter by chapter summary in an easy to use table form. Biblical scripture offers many pearls of wisdom, and in this new reading, some of the most beautifully written books are analyzed in depth. Story, analysis, and commentary are covered on the events and lessons in each book to give readers the big picture. Illustrated with black and white images, this is an essential reference guide for all Bible users–whether students or churchgoers; enabling anyone to get the most out of the BibleThe Life of Jesus Christ (Routledge Revivals)
By J. W. Wand. 1955
First published in 1955, The Life of Jesus Christ gives a lucid factual account of Christ’s life and examines His…
claim to be the Messiah whose life in time and space can only be understood in the light of the eternal purposes of God. The author writes objectively from the evidence available but reminds us that the authors of the Gospels, which must be the principal sources of information, were writing from a theological point of view and had no intention of stating objective facts without any sort of interpretation. He believes that in studying the life of Christ we need a combination of faith and reason, and that two are not necessarily antagonistic. This book will be of interest to students of religion and history.5 Minutes with Jesus: Making Today Matter
By Sheila Walsh. 2015
Five Minutes with Jesus provides bursts of inspiration for every reader&’s relationship with Jesus. Brief but profound, these daily readings…
from Sheila Walsh will help busy people draw close to Him and walk with Him throughout the day. It will become clear that, even in the midst of a busy lifestyle, every minute we spend in the powerful presence of Jesus makes a difference in our lives!The Meaning of the Bible: What the Jewish Scriptures and Christian Old Testament Can Teach Us
By Douglas A. Knight, Amy-Jill Levine. 2011
In The Meaning of the Bible: What the Jewish Scriptures and Christian Old Testament Can Teach Us, preeminent biblical scholars…
Douglas A. Knight and Amy-Jill Levine deliver a broad and engaging introduction to the Old Testament—also known as the Tanakh or Hebrew Bible—offering a wealth of compelling historical background and context for the sacred literature that is at the heart of Judaism and Christianity. John Shelby Spong, author of Re-Claiming the Bible for a Non-Religious World writes, "Levine and Knight have combined to write a book on the Bible that is as academically brilliant as it is marvelously entertaining. By placing our scriptures into their original Jewish context they have opened up startling and profound new insights. This is a terrific book."The Wisdom of Tenderness: What Happens When God's Firece Mercy Transforms Our Lies
By Brennan Manning. 2002
Unprotected Texts: The Bible's Surprising Contradictions About Sex and Desire
By Jennifer Wright Knust. 2011
“An explosive, fascinating book that reveals how the Bible cannot be used as a rulebook when it comes to sex.…
A terrific read by a top scholar.” —Bart Ehrman, author of Misquoting Jesus Boston University’s cutting-edge religion scholar Jennifer Wright Knust reveals the Bible’s contradictory messages about sex in this thoughtful, riveting, and timely reexploration of the letter of the gospels. In the tradition of Bart Erhman’s Jesus Interrupted and John Shelby Spong’s Sins of Scripture, Knust’s Unprotected Texts liberates us from the pervasive moralizing—the fickle dos and don’ts—so often dictated by religious demagogues. Knust’s powerful reading offers a return to the scripture, away from the mere slogans to which it is so often reduced.The Crone: Woman of Age, Wisdom, and Power
By Barbara G. Walker. 1985
The Day Christ Died
By Jim Bishop. 2007
"This is a book about the most dramatic day in the history of the world, the day on which Jesus…
of Nazareth died. It opens at 6 P.M.—the beginning of the Hebrew day—with Jesus and ten of the apostles coming through the pass between the Mount of Olives and the Mount of Offense en route to Jerusalem and the Last Supper. It closes at 4 P.M. the following afternoon, when Jesus was taken down from the cross. . . . The fundamental research was done a long time ago by four fine journalists: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The rest has been added in bits and pieces from many men whose names span the centuries."—from the ForewordJoel & Malachi: A Promise of Hope (International Theological Commentary (ITC))
By Graham S. Ogden. 1987
The book of Joel is one of the Old Testament prophetic books, but it also has a clear and close…
association with lament literature. Graham Ogden takes seriously the book's lament setting, exegeting it entirely from within that framework. In his commentary on the book of Malachi, Richard Deutsch examines the religious, moral, and social aspects of the early postexilic Jewish community that the prophet was addressing in this brief book.Ruth: Surely There is a Future (International Theological Commentary (ITC))
By E. John Hamlin. 1996
The book of Ruth, set in the period of the judges, is a beautiful story of the love, covenant loyalty,…
and daring initiative of two impoverished widows. Together with a generous open-hearted man, they demonstrate the truth of Proverbs 23:18 that applies to individuals, families, communities, and nations: "Surely there is a future, and your hope will not be cut off." In this excellent commentary E. John Hamlin approaches the book of Ruth as literature, as history, as part of the canon, and as truth-telling story.