New Testament English

The Passion Translation is a new, heart-level Bible translation that expresses God’s fiery heart of love, merging the emotion and life-changing truth of God’s word. The goal of this translation is to trigger inside every listener an overwhelming response to the truth of the Bible, unfolding the deep mysteries of the scriptures in the love language of God, the language of the heart.

Romans chapter 9 has become a dividing point between competing theologies for years. Calvinistic authors ground much of their interpretation of the Bible and understanding of God's nature and character from this particular chapter. Christians that are unaware of the theological traps they can fall into by blindly following Calvin's theological determinism can result in a distorted view of God's nature and character. The consequence of this is surely problematic when applying a predetermined view of God to the rest of the Bible that the Scriptures simply will not support. This has at times ...

British narrator Simon Peterson, aka Christopher Glyn, reads the entire Old Testament in this wonderful audiobook collection. 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. His emotive reading perfectly captures the beauty and power of God's word and makes the King James English clear and easy to understand.

Paul's epistle to the Romans stands as his masterpiece, addressing a plethora of topics from numerous angles. It weaves them into a captivating and swiftly flowing line of thought, like navigating a tumultuous river. Its energy and excitement stem from unveiling God's power and grace through Jesus, accessible to all who believe. Romans for Everyone, Part 1 covers the first eight chapters of the epistle, ending with Paul's assurance of God's unwavering love for humankind.

*** Are people mentioned in the Bible real people? *** Has Archaeology or history ever confirmed them? *** Is it all real history or man-made myths? In this volume the authors introduce a large number of persons mentioned in the New Testament, including Lord Jesus, who have also been identified outside the Bible in history and archaeology. *** This book will strengthen your faith *** This book will help you to give a reason for your faith *** Take a stand for your faith!

What is faith? No better answer is given in perhaps all the Bible than in the great eleventh chapter of the book of Hebrews. Here a tapestry is unfolded, depicting great examples of faith from the record of Old Testament heroes.

The gospel of Mark comes alive in N. T. Wright's updated, listener-friendly translation and insightful commentary. He guides the listener through the world of the New Testament, explaining the ideas and events that shaped the gospel writer's account of the life of Jesus. Breaking down the gospel of Mark into brief, easy-to-study segments, Wright shows how the message of this ancient book speaks powerfully to the spiritual longings of contemporary listeners. New Christians and longtime followers of Jesus alike will find inspiration and practical wisdom for their journey within this book.

16 Bible Studies of the Parables of Christ that can be used for sermon preparation, group and individual Bible study, and personal devotions.

N. T. Wright's updated translation and insightful commentary breathe fresh life into the gospel of Matthew. Here, Jesus emerges as a multifaceted figure: the long-awaited Messiah, a teacher surpassing Moses, and the compassionate Son of Man sacrificing for all. Matthew invites listeners to embrace Jesus's wisdom and the transformative way of life he imparts. Matthew for Everyone, Part 1 includes chapters 1-15 and features a contemporary translation of the biblical text, thought-provoking commentary, and an all-new study guide.

A Relevant Study of the Book of James. Unlock the Secrets to Living a Victorious Christian Life... the Way God Intended James was one of Jesus’ brothers and was very familiar with His teachings. I am certain there were few who knew our Lord better. I am very excited to share this study with you… The book of James has been called the “Proverbs of the New Testament”. I would venture to say that it is basically a “guidebook” for the Christian life. It is filled with valuable information that teaches us how to live and conduct ourselves in this world—and with others. It is my ...

This ambitious and critically-acclaimed presentation of the Bible is set to an original musical underscore performed by the Prague Symphony Orchestra and a Hollywood-style sound design created by Technicolor Studios.

What would you think of one who should build a beautiful house and then destroy it, or paint a lovely picture and then tear it to pieces? Have you never thought that this is the way God is doing? He makes, to destroy. Nothing seems to long remain the same. He clothes the trees with leaves, but within a few months strips them off. He makes the tiny bud and develops it into the beautiful flower, but the flower is no sooner in bloom than it begins to wither and fade. It seems to be so with everything in nature. It starts out, grows in beauty, and then is destroyed. Why should such loveliness ...

Listen to the Gospels in the NKJV read by music legend Johnny Cash.

The second part of the biblical story as it has never been told before. The Bible is the best-selling book in human history, but sometimes the stories it weaves are not fully understood, due to its poetic and obscure literary style. Genesis Days brings you the stories of the first generations, from the creation of the world to the end of the days of Sarah, wife of Abraham, in simple and straightforward English. The book lays bare the lives of humanity’s forefathers and reveals ancient history through a contemporary experience. If you’ve always wanted to read the Bible and understand it ...

Some Christians think Paul's reference to "saved through childbearing" in 1 Timothy 2:15 means that women are slated primarily for delivering and raising children. Alternate readings, however, sometimes fail to build on the best historical and textual evidence. Sandra Glahn thinks that we have misunderstood Paul by misunderstanding the context to which he wrote. A key to reading and applying 1 Timothy, Glahn argues, lies in getting to know a mysterious figure who haunts the letter: the goddess Artemis.

Designed from the popular latest edition of The Action Bible, this fresh version of The Action Bible New Testament offers biblical truth for kids, teens, spiritual seekers, and anyone eager to know more about God’s Word.

The gospel of John comes alive in N. T. Wright's updated translation and insightful commentary. He guides the listener through the world of the New Testament, explaining the ideas and events that shaped the gospel-writer's account of the life of Jesus. Breaking down the gospel of John into brief, easy-to-study segments, Wright shows how the message of this ancient book speaks powerfully to the spiritual longings of contemporary readers. New Christians and longtime followers of Jesus alike will find inspiration and practical wisdom for their journey within this book.

Noted teacher and gospel scholar David J. Ridges brings the New Testament to life with his well-known teaching skills in this third edition of The New Testament Made Easier Part 2. This enhanced version now includes hundreds of additional brief notes and commentary, plus many verses from the Joseph Smith Translation of the Bible and the full text of the best-selling book Our Savior Jesus Christ.

Transported two thousand years into the past, readers are introduced to Antipas, a Roman civic leader who has encountered the writings of the biblical author Luke. Luke's writings spark Antipas's interest, and a correspondence transpires between them. As the two delve deeply into each other's lives, Antipas begins to see things in fresh ways, causing him to rethink the values upon which his life had been founded.

"★★★★★ Must read! Striking dive-in into the depths of the New Testament..." —Reedsy Discovery "...intriguing, thought-provoking work on the historical and theological development of Christianity..." —BlueInk Review "★★★★⯪...a fascinating read for those interested in early Christian history." —IndieReader Reviews "This thoughtful, scholarly work takes Biblical criticism in a unique direction..." —The Book Review Directory "A well-written reinterpretation of early Christian history..." —Kirkus Reviews "★★★★ LaFond's enthusiasm is infectious. He lays out ...