Study Bible Commentary

In "Philemon Bible Study: Slavery In Scripture," embark on a profound journey through the often-neglected book of Philemon, where the intersection of faith and social dynamics comes to life. This insightful exploration delves into the complexities of slavery as depicted in the Bible, unravelling the layers of historical context, cultural nuances, and ethical considerations surrounding this controversial topic. As readers navigate the verses of Philemon, they will discover a rich tapestry of wisdom that not only addresses the challenging issues of the time but also provides timeless lessons ...

Eavesdrop on a debate between a Christian elder and young agnostic as they pore over the first book of the Holy Bible. Genesis: Biblical Commentary Through Dialogue examines the Judeo-Christian origin stories through the eyes of a critic and an apologetic alike, finding common ground to derive lessons from the ancient tales. Grab yourself a bowl of popcorn as these two generations duke it out in a serious philosophical approach to Scripture with a humorous twist.

Disclaimer: Previuosly published by the author under the title, Moses:Let my people Go, Exodus 1-20 Experience the remarkable story of Moses and the Israelites as they journey from slavery to freedom. This book shows how God chooses an unexpected leader, performed miracles, freed His people, and established His covenant through the Ten Commandments. This book highlights how God's faithfulness, power, and grace shaped a nation through events like the burning bush, the plagues of Egypt, the parting of the Red Sea, and the revelation at Mount Sinai. This divine influence continues to shape and...

This book reveals the wealth of treasure contained in the Old Testament about the work and person of Jesus Christ, with a special focus on the garments of the High Priest. CHAPTER ONE: CHRIST CONCEALED CHAPTER TWO: ADAM AND EVE CHAPTER THREE: THE SACRIFICE OF ISAAC CHAPTER FOUR: THE PASSOVER AND THE FEAST OF UNLEAVENED BREAD CHAPTER FIVE: THE SWEET SAVOUR OFFERINGS CHAPTER SIX: THE SIN OFFERINGS CHAPTER SEVEN: THE WAVESHEAF AND AARON’S ROD CHAPTER EIGHT: THE ORDER OF MELCHIZIDEK CHAPTER NINE: DESERT STREAMS AND MANNA CHAPTER TEN: MOSES THE DELIVERER CHAPTER ELEVEN: THE SAVIOUR OF THE ...

Rather than contain vague references to the words and actions of "the LORD" and "God" within the text, The First Seventy offers both seasoned readers/listeners of the Bible and those new to the text a spiritual explanation that can be discussed, debated, and incorporated into each individual's moment-to-moment life. Weaving direct quotations from the Bible into a fluid narrative, The First Seventy: A Retelling Commentary, Creation - The Ten Commandments retells and explains the interconnected story that spans the first seventy chapters of the Bible.

The year was AD 67; persecution was rampant and false teachers saturated the church. Many believers no longer desired to hear sound doctrine and, therefore, heaped up teachers to simply itch their ears (2 Tim 4:2-4). Timothy, a pastor in the church of Ephesus, most likely, was discouraged (1:7, 2:1). With some of his last words, Paul writes from prison to encourage his disciple, Timothy, to complete his ministry (4:5). He commands him to be like a good soldier (2:3-4), a victorious athlete (2:5), and a hardworking farmer (2:6). Above all, Timothy needed to stay faithful to Scripture: he was...

Crete was a difficult ministry. Culturally, the people were known for being lazy, deceptive, and combative (Tit 1:12). Though difficult, many churches there needed to be discipled and built up. Consequently, Paul visited to minister to the Cretans and eventually left Titus there to continue the work. In Paul’s letter to Titus, he encourages his son in the faith and gives him various instructions. Titus was to select elders in all the churches to help train the believers, teach them sound doctrine, and protect them from false teaching (Tit 1:9-10). In addition, Paul emphasized that the ...

How do you eliminate a half trillion annual expense in the US alone? How do you prevent capital offenses in the first place? God has the solution: we just don't like key parts of it. We shoot ourselves in the foot in order to think of ourselves as dignified and compassionate. Yet the responsibility of public stoning (with the rest of the Biblical model) is more dignified and compassionate than any alternative. Death is the most severe court judgment in the full range of Biblical justice tools, and so it deserves primary investigation.

Disclaimer: Previously published by the author under the titlle, The Story of Joseph: Genesis 37-50 From Pit to Palace is a reflection of our journeys, seeking a God who intertwines dreams with destinies, despite our experiences of betrayal, hardship, and despair. Joseph's narrative in Genesis 37–50 has consistently resonated with both believers and seekers alike. It is not his perfection that draws us in, but rather the perfection of God's plan. Joseph's journey shows how his dreams lifted him from rejection to redemption. Despite being thrown into a pit, he never lost faith in the God ...

What is the Origin of the Universe? And the fight is on. In the red corner, Science. In the blue corner, Religion. For hundreds of years, the scuffling continues, and there's no clear winner. Now, there is, and it's neither! Think. The Origin of the Universe can only have ONE explanation. To reach that, we have to show coherent completeness between Science and God. Your faith in Science and God hangs in the balance. You can't have confidence in the Big Bang and Creation if you think there are conflicting stories. Meet the mediator and winner, Theology. Origin of the Universe makes sense out...

Quienes estudian la Biblia a menudo la encuentran difícil de aprehender y comprender cabalmente. Sin embargo, nosotros sabemos que la Biblia realmente tiene un solo Autor, Dios mismo; es la Palabra de Dios. Por tanto, si tenemos revelación por parte del Espíritu Santo, veremos que los temas hallados en la Biblia se presentan en líneas consistentes de principio a fin.

Take a wild but eye-opening ride through the pages of the Bible and learn the stories they don’t teach in Sunday school. In his latest work, Paul Kasch is not afraid to offer sound commentary on the R-rated and X-rated content found in the scriptures. It is, after all, part of God’s Word. You will come away from these Bible lessons for adults spiritually charged, understanding that God did not always use perfect people to accomplish His will. That means he can even use the likes of you and me. A bit of warning, however: You might be absolutely blown away by the stories of some of the ...

Chasing WHALES - a spiritual dive with Jonah Have you been struggling to study the Bible? Are you looking for an opportunity to grow in your ability to discern God's will? Has your faith walk hit a bit of a low point? This book will teach you about the incredible "story behind the story" from the Book of Jonah. As you dive in, you'll discover the relevance of Jonah's rebellious story to today's world; and, you will also: learn how to study the Bible grow in your ability to discern God's will practice spiritual disciplines learn how to pray & fast develop a deeper understanding of scripture ...

Sir Robert Anderson (1841-1918) was an Assistant Commissioner of the London Metropolitan Police. This book is his response to F.W. Farrar who had dismissed the historical claims of the book of Daniel according to the method of "higher criticism". Anderson argues that the book of Daniel was indeed written by Daniel, a Jewish official in the Babylonian and Persian court.

More and more, the world is becoming multi-ethnic and multi-religious. Wherever you live, you are coming in contact with people of other ethnic and religious backgrounds. We need to understand how to communicate with them. John wrote his gospel when he was living in Ephesus, a city with a multi-ethic and multi-religious society. People from all over the empire came to Ephesus because it was the political, social and economic center for this region.

Have you ever wondered how so many religious groups, even those who claim to be "bible-based," have so many interpretations of the Bible's meaning? They can't all be right, so what to do? One course is to give up and consider the Bible too confusing or contradictory. Another would be to let the church you like tell you what the Scriptures mean without question and assume all the others must be wrong. However, if you would much rather find out how to properly interpret the Bible, with the help of independent and objective scholarship, this book is for you!

Imagine if someone who had never heard of Judaism or Christianity read the Old Testament. How could the relationship between God and humanity possibly be understood? In Joseph's Bones, Segal approaches the Bible from this fresh perspective—one framed by the story of the Israelites' fidelity to Joseph—and finds something an account of the human condition that reads like an existential novel about the struggle of mankind against the unpredictable and often unwarranted wrath of God. This is a rarity in Biblical interpretation—brilliant and rigorously argued, "a work of stunning originality."

Because of the warm fuzzy ambiance and economic impact of Christmas, Dr. John MacArthur is convinced that we are missing the enormous impact of the reality behind the season. In his usual easy-to-digest style, he takes us beyond the tinsel and the seasonal hype to offer us an encounter with the miracle and mystery of the birth of Christ. Let God inject new life and meaning into your celebration of the coming of Christ as you use this simple volume to review what the Bible says about his birth.

Today, we are witnessing the historically powerful American Order experiencing perhaps its greatest peril as it struggles against the tidal wave of new challenges from Covid-19, the rapid rise of Christian Nationalism, large-scale Apostasy, and an increasingly divided nation streaming toward increased violence and possibly even Civil War. Dr. Kelly takes on these growing trends by examining Scripture by Scripture, the Sixth Chapter of the Book of Revelation as a Template to help explain the reasons for the current Crisis, and where America is likely headed.

As the world’s most popular annual Bible commentary for more than three decades, Standard Lesson Commentary (SLC) provides 52 weeks of study in a single volume.