New Testament English

“A straightforward look at the book of Galatians. Presented in context of the letter, the Bible, the peoples, and their cultures.”

This text has been written as a way for this author to cope with the stay-at-home orders that have been put into place for the currently ongoing coronavirus pandemic. But that does not take away from the topics that have been discussed. It has actually given this author the opportunity to write one more book about the two things that are most important in this existence. The first is becoming a Christian or getting saved. The second is living the life that the Lord wants the saved individual to live. It is believed that sharing the gospel with others and encouraging them to get saved, too, ...

Do you ever feel like you are failing at the most important things in life? Do you long for more in the church today? What can one individual do to really make a difference in what seems to be lacking in the life of the church today? What is it that sets our purpose and plan? What can make the depth of our relationships to be more satisfying, then the friendly we are left with today? I think all of those questions and more can be answered when we begin to look at our own devotion to the God who calls us. This little book explores what is a single-minded devotion and why it is important for ...

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 ...

Five hundred years after Martin Luther and his Ninety-Five Theses ushered in the Reformation, best-selling author and controversial bishop and teacher John Shelby Spong delivers 12 forward-thinking theses to spark a new reformation to reinvigorate Christianity and ensure its future. Spong contends that there is mounting pressure among Christians for a radically new kind of Christianity - a faith deeply connected to the human experience instead of outdated dogma.

This book is not a fictional story but a biographical history. The appropriate verses of the Four Gospels have been fit together into a seamless biographical narrative of Jesus’ last earthly week and words as originally told by the gospel writers. You will be able to follow the sequence of what Jesus did, endured, and taught in those closing days of his Passion. You will be able to walk with Jesus through what is now called Holy Week and observe on each successive day or evening where he went, what he did, what opposition he endured, what he taught, what he suffered, how he felt, and what...

Unlocking John’s Gospel: A Beginner’s Guide to Jesus’ Life and God’s Plan for You 🔑 Discover the Message of John’s Gospel—Simply and Clearly Are you looking for an easy-to-understand, insightful, and life-changing journey through John’s Gospel? Whether you’re new to the Bible or want a fresh perspective on Jesus' teachings, Unlocking John’s Gospel provides a clear and engaging study that makes Scripture come alive. This book will help you: ✅ Understand Who Jesus Is – Explore the deeper meaning behind His life, miracles, and mission. ✅ Learn About the Seven Signs ...

This is like no book you have read about these important siblings found in the Bible as we will find so many truths. including their relationship with Cleopatra VIII, Jesus, King Job, King Nebuchadnezzar, King Herod, and most of the Apostles. We will cover details about Dragons, werewolves, boys turning into goats, and demons including one like Dracula. We will have to trace the early life of Jesus and how that affected these royal siblings As princesses and Prince, their wealth was extensive and their connection with the first Essene priest made their life special as they were taught about...

"The Text of the New Testament: A Beginner's Handbook to New Testament Textual Studies" is an essential and expanded guide to understanding the intricate processes behind the preservation, transmission, and restoration of the New Testament text. This comprehensive work, now extensively updated to cover even more topics, bridges the gap between scholarly rigor and accessibility, making it an indispensable resource for students, pastors, and anyone passionate about delving deeper into the foundation of the Christian Scriptures. Edward D. Andrews introduces readers to the world of textual ...

The letters of the Apostle Paul are central witnesses to the Christian faith and to the earliest history of Christianity. And yet, when students, preachers, and others turn to Paul, they find many things "hard to understand" (2 Peter 3:16) in these ancient writings. James Prothro's new book aims to help listeners see the Apostle's faith and hope at work as he evangelized the nations. Steeped in up-to-date scholarship and a passion for the gospel Paul preached, Prothro draws listeners into Paul's life and letters in order to help them hear the Apostle's voice.

God loves people, but the people do not love him. He devises a plan, sends his son on earth to redeem the people. To save their souls. The son is an edgy person who moves around Jerusalem like he owns the place. He chooses twelve disciples, gives them power to cast out demons and heal the sick. But one of them, Judas Iscariot, his close friend, connives with the enemies of Jesus to murder him. The plot starts in the garden of Gethsemane...

For those who value the timeless KJV translation, this new audio recording of the New Testament offers a rich listening experience. Featuring top voice talent enhanced by original music and sound effects, this audio Bible brings the King James Version to life.

8 short Bible studies in the New Testament Book of James that you can use for teaching, preaching, or personal Bible devotions and study.

The Daily Visits Series is a collection of devotions written over more than fifteen years. These brief studies, collected together, now form a simple commentary of specific portions of the Word of God. My prayer is that they may be helpful to the reader for Personal devotions Bible study or perhaps Sermon starter ideas.

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.

Typical translations of the New Testament make the biblical text as accessible as possible by using the language of our own day. At times this masks the distance between the New Testament text and modern audiences. Scripture continues to speak to us but it speaks as an ancient text to the modern world. New Testament scholar Scot McKnight offers a translation of the New Testament with a daring approach to the ancient text. Clever in its expression and at times stunning in its boldness, The Second Testament will challenge listeners to experience God's Word anew.

For almost three decades, President Carter has taught the adult Bible study at his church in Plains, Georgia where several hundred visitors join him each Sunday to understand the wisdom of the Bible and apply it to their lives. The Sunday Mornings in Plains Collection presents recordings from these classes.

In a fast-paced, technology-based era when drive-thrus, cell phones, laptops, and Internet banking are the norm, it's sometimes hard to fathom that God doesn't appreciate our frail attempts at spiritual shortcuts. Through the pastoral epistles, 1 and 2 Timothy and Titus, with insight from Paul's letter to Philemon as well, Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe illustrates that working for God's Kingdom requires tenacity, never-ceasing prayer, and protective battle gear that only God can provide.

Effective expository sermons communicate the timeless truths of the ancient parables to the modern listener. This book proceed in the following manner:•Chapter II will review the necessity of defining and interpreting the parables in their cultural and theological context.•Chapter III will review the literary nature of the parables and guidelines that the 21st Century preacher might follow in order to interpret and effectively preach them.•Chapter IV will include the steps for the 21st Century preacher to translate the 1st Century parable into a 21st Century context. Here, the parable...

Now you can appreciate the book of Revelation as never before. With brief, easy to understand verse-by-verse notes, renowned educator and seasoned gospel scholar David J. Ridges shares his highly acclaimed approach to teaching the scriptures in this volume of the award-winning Gospel Studies Series, The Book of Revelation Made Easier. This book is an invaluable resource for any home library.