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As was the case for millions of other people, I first stumbled over Psalm 40 thanks to U2, the legendary rock and roll band. As the closing track on U2’s 1983 album entitled War, “40” capped a work marked by loss and lament with a hopeful note of longing. And while “40” may have closed an album (and many incredible concerts after that), the song was actually a profound opening as well. For so many, “40” was an invitation to the Christian Scriptures, a reintroduction to what were previously seen as the antiquated and staid pages of the Bible. With U2 providing a new melody by ...

Paul's life was never dull. First appearing in the New Testament as a violent enemy of Christ, Paul later went on to not only put his faith in the risen Lord but to pen thirteen letters of the New Testament—in the midst of being beaten, shipwrecked, snakebitten, imprisoned, and chased out of town.

Are you ready to uncover the profound mystery behind one of the most anticipated events in Christian eschatology? The Marriage Supper of the Lamb: The Ultimate Celebration of Christ and His Churchoffers an unparalleled journey into the heart of divine prophecy. This isn’t just another book—it’s your invitation to the most extraordinary celebration in the history of the universe. Discover the event where heaven meets earth, where the Bridegroom and His Bride will unite in an eternal covenant of love, victory, and triumph. As the end times approach, understanding the significance of the...

This small but provoking book provides five passages from the writings of Paul of Tarsus, better known as St. Paul. These passages raise several issues relevant for us today: The priority of charity or love: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3; Going beyond social status: Galatians 3:28; Avoiding strife: Galatians 5:19-26; A surprising inclusivity: Romans 11:25-27; The victory of humility: Philippians 2:5-11. Each passage is presented in the eloquent King James or Authorized Version of the New Testament and is followed by brief commentary focused on the contemporary significance of the passage. This book ...

The New American Standard Bible is one of the most accurate translations of the Scriptures. In the New Testament gospels you will discover the virgin birth, ministry, crucifixion, and bodily resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ written from four different yet perfectly harmonized vantage points. Historical and life-altering Biblical truths are proclaimed from the birth of the early church to the spread of the Gospel through Paul, Peter, John, and others in the epistles.

In this iconoclastic and provocative work, leading scholars Israel Finkelstein and Neil Asher Silberman draw on recent archaeological research to present a dramatically revised portrait of ancient Israel and its neighbors. They argue that crucial evidence (or a telling lack of evidence) at digs in Israel, Egypt, Jordan, and Lebanon suggests that many of the most famous stories in the Bible - the wanderings of the patriarchs, the Exodus from Egypt, Joshua’s conquest of Canaan, and David and Solomon’s vast empire - reflect the world of the later authors.

"Ancient Miracles: A Journey Through the Old and New Testaments" is a fascinating exploration of the miraculous events recorded in the Bible. In this comprehensive and engaging book, readers will discover the definition of miracles and the importance of understanding them in the context of the Old and New Testaments. Beginning with the miracles of the Old Testament, the book covers the stories of Creation and the Flood, Abraham and Sarah, Moses and the Exodus, Joshua and the Promised Land, and the miracles of Elijah and Elisha. The narrative then moves to the New Testament, exploring the ...

Paul was a Hebrew of the Hebrews, steeped in the learning of his people. But he was also a Roman citizen who widely traveled the Mediterranean basin, and was very knowledgeable of the dominant Greek and Roman culture of his day. These two mighty rivers of influence converge in Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. With razor-sharp attention to the text, Kenneth Bailey examines the cultural milieu and rhetorical strategies that shaped this pivotal epistle. Familiar passages take on a new hue as they are stripped of Western interpretations and rendered back into their ancient setting.

Perhaps of all the books in the New Testament, James most squarely focuses on results. His pull-no-punches approach to spiritual maturity, his preference for action over words, makes his text the perfect backdrop for a study of how to grow in our faith. Beloved author and teacher Warren Wiersbe leads you through this practical book with advice on how to overcome temptation, controlling the tongue, effective prayer, and how to practice what the Bible teaches.

This is the first of a number of books I intend to write to help people as they seek to grow in their faith. Every one of the sessions in this study could have an entire study, or indeed an entire library about them; this study is not meant to be exhaustive but an introduction to the subjects and an opportunity for leaders to discuss these important issues not just with new believers but with seasoned Christians who may need to remember. My prayer is that this study would be a firm foundation upon which you are able to build and become more like Jesus. The book encourages its audience to ...

Important Bible questions with answers What does the Bible say? The questions below are debated by Christians who have different viewpoints. What I have done is try to make clear which view has the most Biblical evidence to support it. Some of them are not as important as others, but some of them are very important, and things we deal with in our daily lives. Did angels have sex with human women? Is science a foe or friend of Christianity? Is interracial marriage biblically valid? Is remarriage valid after divorce? Divorce and remarriage part 2. Is communication with the dead possible? How ...

The apostle Paul penned a number of very concise, focused passages in his letters to the early church that summarize the gospel message in just a few well-chosen words. Each of these key texts has a unique emphasis highlighting some essential aspect of the Good News of Jesus Christ. The chapters in this revelatory new book closely examine those vital gospel texts, one verse at a time.

In this text, I am not attempting to sway anyone from their current beliefs. Rather, I am attempting to sew together many of the loose ends of history, literature (including the Bible and the world’s other religious texts), science, and human experience. Though the observations might seem rather fantastical, I find them to be only deductions that incorporate the known facts. The reader must make his/her own decisions as to the authenticity of the citations used in this text and then make judgment as to the factual weights of both the pros and the cons behind the presence or absence of ...

Ever since he became a Christian at the age of 40, it has been Poirot actor David Suchet's dream to make an audio recording of the Bible. In between filming the final episodes of Poirot, David Suchet spent over 200 hours in the recording studio to create the very first full-length audio version of the NIV Bible spoken by a single British actor. This recording is an excerpt of that Bible.

In The Seven Churches of Revelation: Lessons for Today, Geoffrey Schmitt guides readers through the timeless messages Jesus spoke to the early Church — words that still echo with urgency and grace. Through an in‑depth exploration of the churches of Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea, this book reveals how obedience, intimacy, and faithful witness matter just as much now as they did then. Each chapter unfolds a church’s unique strengths, struggles, and promises, weaving together biblical teaching, personal reflection, and questions for deeper ...

Immerse yourself in the NIV New Testament as it is read by some of country music’s biggest stars.

Wilderness, Exile, and Return: A Biblical Journey of Transformation By The Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt Life’s spiritual journey rarely follows a straight path. Instead, Scripture shows us a deeper, richer pattern: seasons of wilderness, exile, and return. In these sacred cycles, God shapes, refines, and restores His people—not once, but again and again. p In Wilderness, Exile, and Return, Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt invites you into a profound exploration of this biblical journey of transformation. Drawing from personal experiences, biblical stories, and practical wisdom, each chapter ...

Experience the entire Bible as one sweeping story—from Genesis to Revelation. The Bible has always been more than a book of verses—it is a story. A story of beginnings and betrayals, of wandering and wonder, of kings and prophets, of heartbreak and hope. A story of a Voice that calls out across time, speaking light into darkness, order into chaos, and love into a broken world. The Voice is a full narrative retelling of the Bible, crafted in clear, modern prose that reads like an epic novel. Rather than summarizing or paraphrasing, this book brings the entire arc of Scripture to life—...

Jesus is building His ekklesia. Yet the concept of ekklesia is new to many believers. This Handbook will provide you with the basics you need to understand it and how to gather effectively with other believers. In The Believers Handbook for New Testament Gatherings you will learn:The mission of the ekklesia—and how it propels you to use your gifts and calling to bless others The Values of the Kingdom that will strengthen youHow to gather with believers for Kingdom impact...and much more!

The books of the Bible were written at different times by different authors over a period of approximately 1,500 years from around 1400 BC through AD 90. The Old Testament was written in Biblical Hebrew excluding the Books written during "the Chaldean captivity" such as Daniel and Ezra which were written in "Biblical Aramaic" during the "Chaldean captivity". Many of the Books of the Old Testament bear the names of the Prophets who authored them.