Study Commentaries

After her brother died unexpectedly and her mother moved into a dementia-care facility, spiritual travel writer and Episcopal deacon Lori Erickson felt called to a new quest: to face death head-on, with the eye of a tourist and the heart of a pastor. Blending memoir, spirituality, and travel, Near the Exit examines how cultures confront and have confronted death by investigating Egypt's Valley of the Kings, Mayan temples, Colorado cremation pyres, Day of the Dead celebrations, Maori settlements, and tourist-destination graveyards.

Der Held muss in die weite Welt hinaus und Abenteuer erleben, um ein Held zu werden – und eine Geschichte zu haben. Und was ist mit der Heldin? Doris Dörrie erzählt von drei Reisen – nach San Francisco, nach Japan und nach Marokko – und davon, als Frau in der Welt unterwegs zu sein. Sich dem Ungewissen, Fremden auszusetzen heißt immer auch, den eigenen Ängsten, Abhängigkeiten, Verlusten ins Auge zu sehen. Und dabei zur Heldin der eigenen Geschichte zu werden.

The book of Revelation reveals the apocalypse of Jesus Christ with its consequential consummation of the kingdom of God on earth. This “great wonder” (the words of the author of Revelation) would be the greatest apocalyptic event in the history of the created world.

Discover the power of the Bible in your own life in Dr. Andrew C. S. Koh's expositional Bible study on 1 Thessalonians, 2 Thessalonians, and Philemon. Explore the teachings of the Bible to deepen your understanding of God's Word. Discover how readers of various denominations can deepen their understanding of Jesus Christ and expand their knowledge of the Bible. By reading, studying, meditating on, and applying scripture, readers can better understand the Bible and apply it to their lives. Learn to apply the teachings of the Bible to your life and deepen your faith with Dr. Andrew C. S. ...

For C. S. Lewis, reason and logic are the sensible way to approach faith and ethics. Much of the 20th century's ills are caused by ill-founded beliefs and opinions. Lewis' original approach remains as vital today as ever. He is able to take the most convoluted subject, turn it side on and shed bright illumination on it. To be able to see along things rather than at them - just like a beam of sunlight that invades the darkness of a toolshed - is, to Lewis, the way to understanding.

Lost in time for generations, the story of a 19th-century English gentleman in British India - a family mystery of love found and loyalties abandoned, finally brought to light. In 1841, 20-year-old Nigel Halleck set out for Calcutta as a clerk in the East India Company. He went on to serve in the colonial administration for eight years before abruptly leaving the company under a cloud and disappearing in the mountain kingdom of Nepal, never to be heard from again.

Have you claimed any scriptures for your life and recited them over yourself hundreds of times? Do you need some key verses to hold onto that could powerfully transform your life? Join Matthew as he shares time-tested passages from the Word along with explanations of what they mean and how to personally apply them to your own life.

A verse by verse study of the book of Exodus from a prophetic perspective. This volume of the Morning Light Bible Study Commentary is an expositional inquiry of the book of Exodus. Topical messages have their place but when you read and study the word of God using the chapter by chapter expositional method, you gain access to a level of narrative and inspiration you won't get any other way. In studying the book of Exodus the types and shadows of the Tabernacle in the Wilderness, with its construction, materials and sacred artifacts will speak loudly to you of the redemptive truths of the ...

Acts is an action-packed, fast-moving narrative of the first century Christian Church between 33 to 60 AD. This a sequel to the gospel of Luke. This book will take you on an incredible journey with Peter, Paul and other first century disciples from Rome to Jerusalem, Samaria, Lydda, Joppa, Caesarea Maritima, Damascus, Antioch Syria, Cyprus, Lystra, Iconium, Derbe, Antioch Pisidia, Philippi, Thessalonica, Berea, Athens, Corinth, Ephesus, and back to Rome. Along the way you will experience the amazing miracles and hear the sermons and testimonies that led to the birth of the first century ...

What would Jesus read? Ever heard of the Book of Ahikar? It is an ancient Hebrew legend replete with proverbs, which is explicitly referenced in Tobit, and is also alluded to in Sirach and by Jesus and the Apostles in the New Testament.

A theological and exegetical exposition of the biblical text. Organized into nine independent but biblically sequential bible studies that are each useful for about 30 minutes of individual Bible study or about an hour of small group study and discussion. This is an ideal resource for teachers of a Bible study from the book of James. Table of Contents: James 1:1-18 Enduring the Storms of Life James 1:19-2:13 Living the Word James 2:14-26 The True Work of Faith James 3:1-12 Speaking With Love James 3:13-18 The Wisdom of God and Man James 4:1-17 Practical Atheism James 5:1-6 The Pitfall of ...

Dr. Andrew C.S. Koh's book, General Epistles, is a must-read for Christians of all maturity levels. This 3-in-1 guide of 1 Peter, 2 Peter, and James provides a comprehensive Bible study and devotional guide to help readers grow in the knowledge of the grace of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The book is divided into 16 lessons, each containing a prayer, reflection, application, and prayer. By reflecting on the teachings of scripture and applying them to our lives, we can learn to properly understand and interpret the word of truth. 2 Timothy 3:16–17 states, “All scripture is given by...

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.

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.

El reino de los cielos es un ítem principal en la Biblia, y a fin de entenderlo, debemos prestar atención al Evangelio de Mateo. En los capítulos del 5 al 7 de Mateo, el Señor explicó el reino de los cielos.

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 ...

The Fall of Satan and Rise of the Antichrist is my flagship book! Some important Bible prophecies are about to overtake us! This book corrects prophetic misconceptions. It also helps us to understand the season. Many teachers have said that Christ’s coming is eminent. But their accounts are too often generalized. This book identifies very specific milestones on the trail to Christ’s return that can be observed today. Many prophecies are just now coming into focus. Such as the destruction of Damascus and the Turkish led invasion into Israel. We can only recognize these events as we ...

When Italian journalist Father Antonio Spadaro and Martin Scorsese first sat down together in Scorsese’s home, neither could have predicted the depth of the conversation, intellectual exchange, or friendship that would result. While discussing the acclaimed director’s film Silence, about the persecution of Jesuits in Japan, they began a dialogue about faith that continues to this day.

In this collection of nearly 4,000 Bible verses, author James Larson highlights the humor - and sometimes tragedy - of scripture through his original and eye-opening interpretation. Respectfully presented with unique commentary and thought-provoking questions, this compilation will be sure to pique interest, inspire deeper contemplation, and launch the curious listener on a journey of reflecting upon God's word every day.

This book is a sequel to the book "The Bible Promises of Healing, 16 Letters for Mom." God's promises and His will for our healing are so extensive that it is hard to capture in one book all of the places in Scripture where He shares them. This volume and the first are great gifts for anyone searching for Scriptures and Bible promises related to healing, especially if they are trying to overcome illness.