Biblical Theology

Often misrepresented as a fruitless human attempt to comprehend God, natural theology has in fact been a significant part of Christian theology throughout history. It has shaped the Christian doctrine of God and provided a starting point for evangelizing non-Christians. In an age when theologians and missionaries alike are in need of stronger doctrinal foundations, it is a doctrine as vital as ever. In this guide, David Haines first outlines the biblical basis for natural theology.

What follows is not a translation in the ordinary sense of the word. It’s more like a paraphrase. Rather than worry over the letter of the text, the goal has been to illuminate the large scale patterns that structure it. The King James Version, for instance, renders Paul’s letter with uncanny beauty but is opaque as an argument. Modern translations tend to have the same problem. Their overriding concern is with the letter of the text, not with its logic. As a result, Paul’s forest is always getting sacrificed for the sake of his trees. But Paul’s work is too important, his good news...

An Exegetical and Theological Exposition of the Scriptures. Organized as 14 individual Bible commentaries, each useful for one hour of small group discussion or about 30 minutes of personal study. Table of Contents ________________________________________ 1 Timothy 1:1-20. Minister with Grace, Mercy, and Sound Doctrine 1 Timothy 2:1-15. Minister with Reverent Worship 1 Timothy 3:1-16. Minister with Servant-Leadership 1 Timothy 4:1-16. Minister with Submission to the Spirit 1 Timothy 5:1-6:2. Minister with Love and Respect 1 Timothy 6:3-21. Minister with Godly Integrity 2 Timothy 1:1-18. ...

After colliding with a semi-truck, Don Piper died and went to heaven. Ninety minutes later he returned to life on earth. After years of silence, he is now sharing his life-changing story.

Western countries are ignorant of true Islamic values, says Nonie Darwish. Darwish is an Egyptian American, former Muslim human rights activist who is frustrated with mainstream America's talk of tolerance and assimilation. In Wholly Different, Darwish sets non-Muslims straight about tenets of Islam that are incompatible with free society.

You can have an unshakable faith, discover your purpose and potential and fulfill your destiny. Revealed are opportunities to realize and apply transforming information essential to making wise decisions. This book contains biblical insights about the trinity of God and man, spiritual warfare, history, prophecy, God's sovereignty, man's free will, Heaven & judgment day. Deep Foundations has 4 different informative time charts and 15 different clarifying diagrams found in 20 different arias. I think you will find this book enlightening, empowering, thought provoking, and well documented in ...

Discover the power of theological thinking with Theological Thinking for Non-Theologians, a practical and accessible guide designed to empower every believer to engage deeply with God’s Word. Written by Rev. Juan M. Pérez, this book demystifies theology, making it an essential practice for anyone seeking to grow in faith and live out the gospel with clarity and conviction. Theology isn’t just for scholars—it’s the heartbeat of every Christian’s life. Whether you’re a pastor, layperson, or new believer, this book equips you with the tools to understand, evaluate, and apply ...

Highly regarded biblical scholar and speaker Christopher Wright shows us that how we read the Bible has a profound impact on how we understand what mission is. According to Wright, "People read (and preach) the Bible in tiny bits and pieces, for its promises or rules or doctrines, and fail to take it . . . as the true story of the universe, past, present, and future, within the plan and purposes of God—a story in which we are called to participate as coworkers with God." Wright encourages us to explore the Bible's grand narrative.

Originally published in the 16th century, this is the classic history of the lives, sufferings, and deaths of the early Christian martyrs. As interesting as fiction, it is written with both passion and tenderness, telling the dramatic story of some of the most thrilling periods in Christian history.

Believer's Bible Doctrine Handbook provides brief summaries of eighty Christian truths, arranged in ten categories: Scripture, God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, Man, Sin, Salvation, Sanctification, the Church, and Future Events. Based squarely on the foundation of biblical authority, Believer's Bible Doctrine Handbook offers a Trinitarian theology and a balanced evangelical doctrine of salvation. It adopts credo-baptist, de-facto cessationist, and complementarian positions, in addition to advocating a non-legalistic doctrine of sanctification, elements of congregational, presbyterian, and ...

When Israel's Greatest King Wrote His Most Honest Prayer King David had everything—power, wealth, victory in battle. Then came his darkest hour: adultery, murder, and the crushing weight of guilt that threatened to destroy him. What he wrote next became one of Scripture's most powerful prayers of confession. Psalm 51 isn't just David's story. It's yours. In The Prayer of Confession: How to Cry Out to God for Mercy, pastor and author T. Kevin Bryan guides you through David's journey from the depths of shame to the heights of restored joy. With pastoral wisdom gained from over 30 years of ...

Inspired by the great preacher Charles Spurgeon, Warren Wiersbe launched a personal study of the lives of prominent Bible characters. Interested in more than biographical facts, Wiersbe sought out the themes of each person's life as reflected in the pages of scripture. How does the Bible summarize this person's life? What is the key to understanding his or her character? How do I see my own life reflected in the life of this person?

Discover the bizarre world of the Bible's strangest book—complete with multi-eyed creatures, demonic horsemen, and the mysterious number 666. The Book of Revelation has puzzled and terrified readers for nearly two thousand years, but what does it actually say, and why was it written? Unlock the Mysteries of Christianity's Most Enigmatic Text The Book of Revelation stands as the Bible's most controversial and misunderstood book. Filled with apocalyptic visions, symbolic beasts, and cosmic battles between good and evil, it has inspired countless interpretations, failed predictions, and wild...

Best-selling author and national radio host Dr. Andrew Farley is known to challenge legalistic and lifeless interpretations with his discerning take on controversial scriptures. In Twisted Scripture, Andrew skewers sacred cows and shatters destructive lies, bringing the undiluted truth about God's love and grace in a colorful and conversational look at the most controversial passages in the New Testament.

Step into a world where ancient narratives intertwine with modern insights, uncovering the complex tapestry of biblical genealogies. "The Book of Jubilees for Beginners: Discovering the Threads of Biblical Genealogies" offers a captivating journey through time, bridging the past and present, and inviting readers to explore the enduring legacies of faith, family, and history. Discover: Delve into the narrative threads that span from Adam to Moses, revealing the familial lineages that shaped the biblical narrative. Learn how these genealogies provide context for understanding the continuity ...

THE subject of Apologetics is one with which the majority of Christians concern themselves only under protest. They are not interested in it; it seems to them unattractive and lacking in inspiration. The very word, Apology, suggests an atmosphere of strife, argument and counterargument ceaselessly battling around a theme suited rather to serene contemplation than to the turmoil of polemics. Hence it comes that the subject is relegated, as a rule, to the theological class-room; it is regarded as one of those technical preparations for professional work, which has little to do with the more ...

This edition of *Commentary on the Pauline Epistles* gathers essential reflections from Philipp Melanchthon, one of the leading Reformers of the Church. The book offers a detailed analysis of the Epistle to the Colossians, an interpretation of the First Epistle to Timothy, and a discussion of the first two chapters of the Second Epistle, along with an argument on the Epistle to the Philippians. Preserving Melanchthon's legacy, this work showcases his enduring influence on Christian theology and his lasting impact on shaping religious thought.

Poythress uses multiple biblical perspectives to address the origin of humanity, the image of God, body and soul, the creational covenant, free agency, human sexuality, and other truths about humanity.

John 1:3—“God created everything through him, and nothing was created except through him.” The concept that “all things were created through Him” can be understood as Christ being the One through whom the universe was made and the One whom the means of redemption was accomplished. Christ’s role extends to the type of world created. Creation must have a redeeming, grace-filled aspect.

The doctrine of reprobation—that is, the eternal, unconditional decree of God for the non-elect—is frequently misconstrued in both pastoral and theological literature. In Reprobation and God's Sovereignty, Peter Sammons reintroduces this oft-misunderstood doctrine, revealing its relationship to divine sovereignty. With Romans 9 as a guiding text, Sammons presents a thoroughly researched defense of reprobation as an essential part in a Reformed theology that magnifies God and encourages believers to trust in him.