Study Commentaries

When I tell you the Bible is your biography, I am actually saying that you are God, and I mean it. We are told in the 82nd psalm: "I say, 'You are gods, sons of the Most High, all of you; nevertheless, you shall die like men, and fall like any prince.'" So I mean exactly what the psalmist said: that you are gods. But man has such a strange concept of the word "God".

From time immemorial, prayer has provided comfort in our darkest hours, stirred us to action beyond what we thought possible, and shown us the way through seemingly insurmountable challenges. In this engaging tour of world history, author and historian Jean-Pierre Isbouts takes us on an inspiring tour of 10 prayers that played a pivotal role in world events.

A spiritual aspirant’s journey is sprinkled with many battles overcoming mind over matter through different sadhanas (spiritual practices). One such sadhana is going on a pilgrimage, which provides challenges for the body, mind, and intellect.

More than 50 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. wrote his Letter from a Birmingham Jail. Much has transpired in the half-century since, and progress has been made in the issues that were close to Dr. King’s heart. Thankfully, the burning crosses, biting police dogs, and angry mobs of that day are long gone. But in their place, passivity has emerged. A passivity that must be addressed. That’s the aim of Letters to a Birmingham Jail. A collection of essays written by men of various ethnicities and ages.

Is Jesus Christ God, or was he a human prophet? This evidence-based guide challenges Christian doctrines and presents Islam’s perspective on Jesus Christ (Isa PBUH) as a revered messenger of God, not divine. Through scriptural analysis, logical reasoning, and historical insights, this book explores the differences between Islam and Christianity, revealing Jesus’ true role in God’s message.

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 ...

Tauchen Sie ein in einen der großen Klassiker der christlichen Literatur. Diese Auslegung der Bergpredigt sind Gedanken und Inspirationen des spirituellen und intellektuellen Mannes Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Für ihn ist Gehorsam ein wesentlicher Teil des Glaubens.

"Back To The Bible: Bible Basic" is a remarkable remix of the "Commentary by Thru The Bible with J. Vernon McGee." Charles Lloyd Jr. provides commentary on the Book of Revelation. He breaks down the book, "Back to the Bible Inductive Study Expounded," verse by verse to bring greater insight. Step by step, Charles shows us the revelation of the Word of God to strengthen our understanding of Scripture.

These true Christian testimonies and doctrines are each presented in short chapters. They are, in many cases, summations of biblical teaching without the unnecessary filler information. A wide range of subjects are covered, and you'll hear about some subjects that are not often addressed in churches.

Dr. Stauffer and Dr. Ray methodically, systematically, and scripturally consider many of the end times details concerning the timing of the Rapture. This concise commentary on the prophetic events of First and Second Thessalonians provides definitive and undeniable proofs showing that the scripture holds the answer when freed from private interpretation.

The two-part Teacher's Edition contains the complete student text plus answer keys. In this 250+ page guide Teachers can explore exposition and commentaries with students and assign as many or as few review questions as desired. Choose from among a rich selection of special projects and optional essay assignments. Link to YouTube videos directly from the text.

Do you want to play the game of life? Ecclesiastes is going to show us how to do this in a fallen world where things often don’t make sense and are messed up. For many, if not most, the book of Ecclesiastes is an enigma, packaged as a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, and then placed in some Russian dolls before it is locked up in Pandora's Box. “The Preacher” takes us on a journey from birth to death, running the whole gauntlet of life. Mysterious and challenging, this book is meant to be wrestled through as we discover that God is the answer to every longing of the soul.

It's the first and greatest command - the most important thing. But even if we want to love God that way, most of us don't. Are we doomed? Absolutely not. Drawing from psychology, Shakespeare, loads of Scripture, and her personal experience falling in love at 13 (and staying in love for 26 years), Gerhardt makes a story-rich case for a surefire way to fall in love and stay in love with God. Inspiring, warm, genuine, and practical, Look to Love is both convincing and comforting. This isn’t a book to shame you into reading your Bible. It’s an invitation and a help.

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...

Disclaimer: Previously published by the author under the title: Life Story of Jacob, Genesis 26-36. From Deceiver to Destiny explores the complex life of Jacob, one of the Bible's notable figures. Jacob's story is one of transformation, redemption, and divine purpose, as he was born grasping, lived deceiving, and wrestled with both God and man. In this deep exploration of Genesis, Koh reveals Jacob's intense journey of identity, faith, and family, highlighting his choice by God as the father of Israel. Jacob's life is defined by his struggles, starting as a deceitful younger son and ...

Embark on an enlightening journey through the book of Deuteronomy with "The Blueprints of Deuteronomy," a meticulously crafted Bible study guide designed to bring the ancient text to life. This guide is perfect for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Deuteronomy's rich teachings, whether you're a Bible school student, teacher, parent, Sunday school instructor, or leader. Comprehensive and Accessible: In just 20 days, traverse the entire book of Deuteronomy with ease. Each chapter is thoughtfully summarized and assigned a theme that highlights its core message, making the ancient ...

The autobiographical essays in Edge offer insight into the passions of acclaimed author Jeff Mann. These memories, insightful as they are endearing, range from his boyhood obsession with the gothic allure of Dark Shadows to the doubt and pain of being a Southerner, and so at the edge of the gay community, and the appeal of leather bars and bear culture. Mann also visits gay meccas in these essays - the resorts of Key West, Provincetown, and Rehoboth Beach.

The Book of Revelation holds many secrets, and can be interpreted in many ways from an unlimited amount of perspectives.

More than a message of Christ’s triumph, the final chapters of the Gospel of John describe how we can triumph as well. Volume 5 covers chapters 18-21 and deals with the culmination of Christ’s earthly ministry, centering on his betrayal, trial, death, and resurrection.

Prostitution, incest, drunkenness at the Lord's table, sectarianism, and babble all were problems in Paul's rag-tag startup church in Corinth. Paul's letter was a course-correction for many in the church, bringing people back to the Gospel as the basis for right unity, sexual ethics, observation of the sacraments, and worship.