New Testament Theology

In this eight-session Bible study, well-known Bible scholars N. T. Wright and Michael F. Bird team up to take you on a tour of the story behind the explosive story of the New Testament. You will discover things you never knew about Jesus’ baptism and journey into the wilderness, the meaning behind his parables and miracles, the significance of his death and resurrection, the incredible expansion of the early church into the Greco-Roman world, and how the transforming mission of Jesus can still turn the world upside down today.

How did the Bible come to Be, and Why does it matter? This book tells the story of how the Bible came to be and makes a case for why this history matters. Beginning with the basic questions believers are often asked about the origins of the Bible, Spellman introduces strategic steps you can take to understand and explain how the biblical writings were written and then gathered together into a treasured collection of authoritative Scripture. Examining the story of canon formation is both challenging and rewarding. The gains from this historical and theological heavy-lifting will strengthen ...

Evangelical Theology: Audio Lectures, a companion to the textbook Evangelical Theology, presents systematic theology from the unique perspective of a biblical scholar. Author and scholar Michael Bird contends that the center, unity, and boundary of the evangelical faith is the evangel, or gospel, as opposed to doctrines like justification by faith or inerrancy.

A theological exposition of the complete New Testament Gospel according to John. . The passages are organized into twenty-eight Bible studies that are appropriate for about one hour of small-group discussion or about 30 minutes of personal devotion. This text would serve to resource a six-month, in-depth study of the book. The passages are presented with an emphasis on the history and context of the writings, and its application both in the early church and in the church today. Table of Contents John 1:1-18. Jesus, LORD and YAHWEH John 1:19-37. Jesus, the Lamb of God John 2:1-11. Jesus, the...

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 ...

In the Gospel of John, Jesus boldly declares that He is the Great I AM of the Old Testament. In this book we look closely at these seven declarations of Jesus Christ and how they are significant to believers today.

No other audio Bible has such an appeal and potential to impact women and children as The Word Becomes Flesh Audio Bible. This New Century Version (NCV) of the New Testament narrated by women guides us to understand and discover what the Word can do in our lives—healing, teaching, inspiring, and transforming us.

A theological exposition of the Complete New Testament Gospel according to Mark. The selected biblical passages are organized into eight sequential Bible studies that are each appropriate for about one hour of small-group discussion or about 30 minutes of personal devotion. This book can also serve as a resource in a two-month in-depth study of Mark, utilizing one passage per week. The passages are presented with an emphasis on the history and context of the writings, and its application both in the early church and in the church today. Table of Contents ...

This is a basic workbook on different topics related to the Bible such as Christian Ministry or Ministerial Formation, Old & New Testament, History of the Christian Church, Systematic Theology, Biblical Greek: Pronunciation and Leadership in the Local Church. You will have a general biblical knowledge of the different topics discussed in the book. Enroll in our Bible studies courses at: https://biblestudy.gnomio.com/

The letter of Jude is one of the shortest books in the New Testament. Along with Philemon, it contains only 25 verses. What Jude’s letter lacks in length, it makes up for in content. Jude can pack a big punch in a small package. And while Christians might be more familiar with other New Testament letters, Jude should not be overlooked. Jude had intended to write about salvation. Instead, he urged his readers to defend the Christian faith. Ungodly people had wormed their way into the churches of his readers. Jude is an essential letter for modern believers. First, the threat of false ...

The Gospel of Luke: Sheila Hancock reads St Luke's account of the life and teachings of Jesus. Specially composed music is included. The readings were part of BBC Radio 4's series of 341 daily episodes of the Bible, broadcast in 1991 and 1992. Abridged by Hugh Hayes.

Missionary, theologian, and religious genius, Paul is one of the most powerful human personalities in the history of the Church. E. P. Sanders, an influential Pauline scholar, analyzes the fundamental beliefs and vigorous contradictions in Paul's thought, discovering a philosophy that is less of a monolithic system than the apostle's convictions would seem to suggest.

An Exegetical and Theological Exposition of the scripture, organized as a sequence of individual Bible studies, suitable for about 30 minutes of personal study or for about an hour of small-class discussion. Table of Contents Luke 1:1-20. Be Faithful. Luke 1:26-38. Submitting to God. Luke 2:1-21. Making a Place for the Messiah Luke 2:20-38. Responding to God’s Greatest Gift Luke 2:39-52. A Mother’s Journey Luke 3:1-18. The Call to Repentance Luke 3:21-22, The Father-Son Relationship. Luke 4:1-13. Resisting the Temptation to Sin Luke 4:14-30. Jesus, the Messiah, the Christ. Luke 4:31-43....

From the creative minds of the scholarly group behind the groundbreaking Jesus Seminar comes this provocative and eye-opening look at the roots of Christianity that offers a thoughtful reconsideration of the first two centuries of the Jesus movement, transforming our understanding of the religion and its early dissemination.

Many Christians are intimidated by the book of Revelation. They are convinced that it contains nothing but bad news. And they are further turned off by the great variety of bizarre interpretations of the book. In this book, Dr. Reagan explains that Revelation contains only good news for those who have accepted Jesus as their Lord and savior. Further, he proves that the book can be understood by any Christian who is willing to accept its plain sense meaning.

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 New Testament edition is excerpted from that Bible.

A theological exposition of the general epistles of the New Testament books of 1 John, 2 John, 3 John, and Jude. The passages are organized into thirteen Bible studies that are appropriate for about one hour of small-group discussion or about 30 minutes of personal devotion. The passages are presented with an emphasis on the history and context of the writings, and its application both in the early church and in the church today. Table of Contents ________________________________________ 1 John 1:1-4. Jesus, the Word of Life 1 John 1:5-10. The Light of the World. 1 John 2:1-6. The Fruit of ...

Discover the Timeless Wisdom of James: Transform Your Faith and Life Are you ready to deepen your faith, grow in wisdom, and live a life that truly reflects your beliefs? "James' Gems: Faithful Living, Wise Words" offers a compelling journey through the Epistle of James, providing practical insights and powerful teachings that will transform your everyday life. Inside this book, you will find: - Faith in Action: Explore the dynamic relationship between faith and deeds. Learn how to integrate your beliefs with your actions and discover the true essence of living out your faith in your daily ...

Part of the furor in the Middle East is the identity of Israel. Various sects of Christianity try to tackle its relationship with the nation, kingdom, and homeland of the Jews. With that in mind, this book aims to answer the following question Biblically: Why is the Church not and never will be Israel? Discover: The five main views of the relationship between the Church and Israel The difference between the New Testament and New Covenant (It's not what you think) Why passages that seem to imply that the Church is Israel doesn't actually say so The question is explored in many angles, and...

The second book of Peter has long troubled biblical scholars and interpreters. Not only is its authorship debated, but it seems to predict an imminent Second Coming, making many dispensationalists claim that it can only be understood in light of modern events. In this study, Peter Leithart offers a preterist reading of the epistle, arguing that it describes first-century events and not the end of the world. At the same time, he maintains orthodoxy, avoiding hyper-preterism and affirming the epistle's authenticity.