Biblical Theology

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. ...

Discover the ancient mysteries and timeless wisdom contained within "The Book of Jasher: A Beginner's Guide." This comprehensive guide unlocks the stories and teachings of one of history's most enigmatic texts, referenced in the Bible yet seldom explored in modern times. Why should you delve into the Book of Jasher? Uncover Hidden Narratives: Journey through stories lost over millennia, offering new perspectives on familiar biblical events. Explore Profound Wisdom: Learn the moral and ethical lessons that these ancient tales impart, providing guidance for today's complex world. Deepen Your ...

An Exegetical and Theological Exposition of the Scriptures. Walk through the letter that the Apostle Paul wrote to the community of faithful Christian believers who were scattered about the region of ancient Asia Minor as he sought to share the gospel message in an encouraging and instructive manner. This was Peter's magnus opus, a work that has served to encourage and guide Christians for these many centuries. The text is organized into 18 short Bible studies, each useful for a 30-minute personal study, or an hour group study. Table of Contents 1 Peter 1:1-12. An Affirmation of Hope 9-2 1 ...

From award-winning scholar John Bergsma comes an intriguing audiobook that reveals new insights on the Essenes, a radical Jewish community predating Christianity, whose existence, beliefs, and practices are often overlooked in the annuls of history. Bergsma reveals how this Jewish sect directly influenced the beliefs, sacraments, and practices of early Christianity and offers new information on how Christians lived their lives, worshiped, and eventually went on to influence the Roman Empire and Western civilization.

Are you ready to unravel one of humanity's oldest mysteries? "Hamartiology for Beginners: Understanding Sin and Its Impact on Humanity" takes you on a journey deep into the heart of what it means to grapple with the nature of sin, its consequences, and the hope of redemption. This is more than a theological exploration; it’s a profound look at the forces that shape our lives, our choices, and our world. Discover the Core Questions That Shape Human Existence: What is sin, and why does it matter? How has sin influenced the course of history and culture? What does it mean to seek redemption ...

How the Bible Actually Works makes clear that there is no one right way to read or listen to the Bible. Moving us beyond the damaging idea that “being right” is the most important measure of faith, Enns’ freeing approach to Bible study helps us to instead focus on pursuing enlightenment and building our relationship with God - which is exactly what the Bible was designed to do.

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 ...

In Azusa Street Mission and Revival, Cecil M. Robeck Jr. brings to bear expertise from decades of focused study in church history to reveal the captivating story of the Apostolic Faith Mission in Los Angeles, which became known as the Azusa Street Mission. From humble beginnings with few resources, this small, uniquely diverse, and inclusive congregation led by William J. Seymour ignited a fire that quickly grew into a blaze and spread across the world, giving rise to the global Pentecostal movement.

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.

FAIRACRES PUBLICATIONS 220 The Song of Songs has exercised Jewish and Christian scholars for centuries, and will probably continue to do so. Its language and symbolism have fallen foul of modernist interpretations, particularly since the time of Freud. Sister Edmée, however, shows that understanding the Song, its place in the Biblical canon and how we read it today, is made possible by examining its history and the relationship of its language and content to the rest of the Bible and the New Testament. This examination also illuminates the way in which it was read and understood by those ...

In this updated edition of the popular textbook An Introduction to the Old Testament, Walter Brueggemann and Tod Linafelt introduce the listener to the broad theological scope of the Old Testament, treating some of the most important issues and methods in contemporary biblical interpretation. This clearly written textbook focuses on the literature of the Old Testament as it grew out of religious, political, and ideological contexts over many centuries in Israel's history.

‘How do we know which things in the Bible are types?’ ‘What does it mean to be made in God’s image?’ A fresh and unified approach to biblical typology and imagery that aims to be immediately understandable, compelling, and then subsequently helpful as a reference text. The Bible’s own teaching about typology is analysed in order to derive practical definitions of type and image. These definitions are then used to apply biblical typology to daily life. The wisdom of other writers including Pink, Fairbairn, and others is sampled and compared. Readers will be able to identify ...

A significant tension exists between the modern scientific picture of the universe and the Biblical one. On the standard scientific picture, the universe started in a ‘Big Bang’ ‒ the explosion of a speck of highly concentrated matter 14 billion years ago. According to the Bible, God created the universe in six days about ten thousand years ago. On the scientific picture, the universe has evolved and continues to develop under the operation of fixed laws and chance. According to the Bible, God acts in the universe in providence and judgment, human beings are responsible for their ...

There are 7,487 promises in God’s word - unbending pledges he has made to his covenant people that are designed to give you victory in every circumstance. In this unique book, you will discover 25 primary promises that open the door to the supernatural power of God, miraculous breakthroughs and real spiritual transformation in your life.

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 central energizing question driving the present study is to arrive at some kind of reasonable conclusions about the extent to which Ecclesiastes constitutes an enigma or an unknowable mystery in terms of its overall meaning. A great deal of contemporary biblical scholarship posits that it is extremely difficult if not impossible to know what the writer of Ecclesiastes was really thinking or what were the central motives and, therefore, it is essentially impossible to understand with confidence to any degree of certitude. Given that Ecclesiastes is so summarily perplexing in such ...

CAST into the metal of the bell of my old school, The Phillips Exeter Academy, are these words: — “Huc venite pueri ut viri sitis” “Come here, boys, to become men.” Kant defined education as “the process by which man becomes man.” We are not born men; nor do we come to manhood automatically on reaching one and twenty. To become human we have to take up and fulfill our human relationships. Of these I have selected the dozen most important. Merely to describe them, however, would do little good. Instead, on each of these relations, or humanities, I shall ask three rather ...

Although the thoughts and ideas of Charles Darwin, Karl Marx, and Sigmund Freud have no doubt greatly impacted modern civilization, still many of their central doctrines remain shrouded in ambiguity, imprecision, and lack of evidence. The fact that they all shamelessly engaged in continuous revisions, denials, and withdrawals of multiple aspects and even key features of their core doctrines during their lifetimes makes concise and authentic descriptions of these doctrines exceedingly difficult, if not untenable. Yet bounteous homage, fervent respect, and near-sacred reverence of these ...

Imagine a world where justice, peace, and righteousness reign supreme—a world where Christ Himself rules as King. The Millennial Kingdom is not just a vision of the future; it is the divine promise of a new era that will transform the earth as we know it. This groundbreaking book unveils the mysteries of Christ’s thousand-year reign, a time prophesied in the Bible where every tear will be wiped away, and the earth will flourish under the perfect governance of its Creator. Are you ready to explore the profound truths that the Bible has revealed about the Millennial Kingdom? This book is ...

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.