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How to Read the Bible God speaks through the Bible. It is the major tool of communication by which he addresses individuals today. In this hilarious, witty and short book, Holland explores how to read the Bible through the stories of the Bible. He does it boldly by exploring four radical stories which could change the way you read the Bible. And these four stories explore: The dynamics of reading The dynamics of understanding The dynamics of prayer The dynamics of listening The Bible is supposed to be understood by everyone. And the insights from these stories will clear up a lot of ...

What is the Fruit of Knowledge? Is it connected with carnal knowledge, or is there a deeper meaning? What is the significance of the angel with the flaming sword that guards the way to Eden? How did the vengeful and jealous God of the Old Testament become the loving and forgiving God of the New Testament? What does the word 'Jehovah' actually mean and why does its nature change throughout the Biblical narrative? In the previous volume, Lambert revealed the mysteries hidden in the Bible's first creation account. Now he returns to Genesis and continues with the second story of creation. ...

This new work by Pope Francis illuminates the most important prayer in all of Christianity, verse by verse, in conversation with Father Marco Pozza, a theologian and a prison chaplain in Padua, Italy. Here Francis offers unprecedented insight on Jesus's most profound words, while exploring the importance of social justice, benevolence, and forgiveness, key elements of Bergoglio's papacy.

Explore the miracles of Jesus in Signs and Wonders with Amy-Jill Levine, professor of New Testament studies and Bible study author. In Signs and Wonders: A Beginner's Guide to the Miracles of Jesus, Amy-Jill Levine explores selected miracles of Jesus in historical and theological context. For each miracle, she discusses not only how past witnesses would have understood the events, but also how today's listeners can draw meaning from Jesus's words and actions.

In this book, H.K. Holland takes the old questions and freshly analyzes and answers them. Some of these questions include: -Is the Bible from God? -How do people become Christians? -Where do people go when they die? -Did God really love Jacob and hate Esau? -Is Jesus the Son of God? -Is repentance just blabbering words you hear from a preacher? -Is baptism really necessary? -Is it bad if people don't believe in Jesus? -Does the Holy Spirit talk? And other questions.

A sound grasp of the background and contents of the New Testament is imperative for any serious following of Jesus Christ. In the Old Testament we find answers to some of the most basic questions of life, including who God is, how the world was created, how sintered the world, and how God chose to create men and women to walk with him in a covenant relationship. Yet is only in the New Testament that we get the full revelation of Jesus Christ, the Son of God sent into the world to seek and save lost humanity (Luke 19:10). In this fourth book in the Teach Me Your Paths series, we follow up on...

The first SAFE Bible series presents a version of the scriptures that is guaranteed to be loving, inclusive, unprejudiced, non-discriminatory, non-sexist, non-racist, non-violent, not homophobic, enlightened, peaceful, modern, uplifting, challenging and of use to everyone from every race, nation, faith, culture, and philosophy.

I see Christianity, as we know it today, as an outgrowth of mostly one mind and one perspective and that is the mind and perspective of Paul the apostle who was the alter-ego for another man who lived and wrote in the AD 80s and AD 90s. What I have discovered is that Paul, in writing about himself, is not writing about philosophy and movements that were later molded into a world religion; he is writing firstly about the very real events in which he participated, and only secondarily about his own singular effort to concoct a new religious perspective.

In a time marked by confusion and change, the pathway to salvation for the Galatians seemed unclear. While the false teachers contended for circumcision and obedience to the law as necessary for justification before God, Paul presented the truth of the gospel and redrew the lines of salvation around the cross of Jesus Christ. In this addition to the New Testament Theology series, scholar Thomas R. Schreiner addresses the conflict between Paul and his opponents in Galatia, examines the gospel itself, and shows what it looks like to live out the truth of the gospel in the new era.

"Sacred Texts Unveiled: Exploring the Bible, Apocrypha, and Beyond" offers an expansive journey through the canonical scriptures of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament, as well as the intriguing writings of the Apocrypha and other ancient texts that have influenced religious thought across millennia. This comprehensive guide illuminates the historical, cultural, and theological contexts of these sacred writings, providing readers with a deeper understanding of their origins, authors, and enduring impact on religious traditions. With meticulous scholarship and accessible prose, the book ...

British Narrator Simon Peterson reads The First Epistle of Peter in this wonderful audiobook collection of The New Testament. As a well-known Christian Broadcaster, Simon has the ideal voice for those of all ages who want to listen to The Bible in full, unabridged form.

Life is a story. A good movie or book places us “in” the action. We feel like we can relate to, and understand the characters. We cheer for the hero and disdain the villain. Two-thirds of the Bible is written in historical narrative—stories about people. Jesus taught using stories. The stories in the Bible are replete with drama, mystery, and even humor. Like popular movies and novels, Bible stories have intriguing plots of love, friendship, betrayal, competition, murder, and war. Yet, many times they seem boring and we have trouble relating to the characters. Through first-person ...

Paul's undying passion for Christ continues to inspire and challenge those with a deep spiritual hunger for the things of God. Now acclaimed Bible teacher and author Beth Moore traces the life of the apostle Paul from his childhood to his martyrdom. Listeners will be greatly refreshed by the obvious mercy of God that cause those who have failed him to repent and serve Him wholeheartedly and effectively.

The book of Wisdom of Jesus the Son of Sirach, also called Ecclesiasticus, is the longest book of the deuterocanon. It was originally written in Hebrew, and fragments have been found among the Dead Sea Scrolls. It was later translated into Greek and added to the works of the Septuagint in the second century before Christ. This book helps to make the transition from the Old Testament to the New. It was well known and frequently alluded to by Jesus, the Apostles, and the Early Church. Many of the concepts are echoed in the Sermon on the Mount and other key teachings of Jesus Christ.

God's word has the power to change lives. Want to know what's to come? Need to understand who Jesus is? Do you have fear or anxiety? Do you feel empty inside? If you need love, understanding, peace, joy...the Bible holds the answers you need. Contains all 27 books of the New Testament.

The primary motivation that drove Jesus toward the cross was love. As a man and a member of the Godhead, Jesus' ultimate desire was to do His Father's will. This series takes an in-depth look at the sacrificial life and death of Jesus as He set His face toward the cross, walking in accordance with His Father's will and accomplishing our salvation.

Who was Jesus? Historical sources portray a person who was complex, multi-layered, and often contradictory to the tidy portrait that much of modern Christianity paints him as. Even the gospel accounts render him as both judge and healer, teacher and temple, servant and savior. A Doubter's Guide to Jesus is a persuasive and often challenging investigation into the historical figure found in the earliest sources. These sources, which include references both direct and indirect - from Roman, Jewish, and Christian accounts - offer us more than simple evidence that Jesus existed.

The very fact that listeners may find themselves surprised now and again by the prominent role of women in certain events and movements proves an inequality that historical narrative has often been guilty of. This is a book about women. In Daughters of the Church, authors Ruth A. Tucker and Walter Liefeld have endeavored to present an objective story.

'Reconstructing the Heart' is an honest look at what it means to be emotional in all the right ways. As the reader will learn, the “right” ways are determined by the ethical/judicial presuppositions and actions we use when deploying our emotions. Because of the abhorrent assumptions and influence of Greek philosophy, many Christians today are left without a proper understanding of what it means to be righteously and biblically emotional. Reconstructing the Heart is a technical and practical look at how to reclaim your emotions from the clutches of sin and bad theology. The reader will ...

In "Who is Jesus Christ?" the author skillfully navigates the complexities of historical and Biblical narratives, presenting a well-researched and accessible exploration of Jesus' life and teachings. From the miracles and parables to the historical context of His time, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the person whose influence has shaped cultures, societies, and the course of human thought for centuries. Readers will find themselves captivated by the nuanced portrayal of Jesus, inviting contemplation and fostering a deeper connection with the spiritual and supernatural ...