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Who authored the most ancient segments of the Bible? What is their age, and how have they endured through the ages? This book delves into the reasons why dictators, tyrants, and powerful factions have harboured such fear and loathing towards these texts, leading to relentless suppression and censorship. Even now, possession of these writings can result in dire consequences. These pivotal questions are explored in The Story of the Torah, the inaugural...
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Growing up in church and the tragedy of my sister losing a one- and six-year-old children leading to a family crisis about who God is. The resulting biblical study about God and the love he has shown us through Jesus Christ and the amazing things that I discovered about the opening of the seven seals in Revelations. The book reveals more of who Christ is and more of the character of man.
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This book contains 269 pages of thought provoking expose regarding this person we call God. It unravels some of the mysteries, when that is possible from the bible text. It attempts to portray in practical ways the inscrutable God. It would be like telling someone about an alien from another planet far, far away. It is inspirational, and helps one to worship. The more we know God the more substantive our worship. I will not quote the many reviews,...
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Get the Summary of Thomas Watson's The Beatitudes in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Beatitudes" by Thomas Watson offers a profound exploration of Christ's Sermon on the Mount, emphasizing the essence of true religion and the path to eternal life. Watson interprets Christ's teachings as a guide for converting and nourishing souls, highlighting the importance of ministers in preaching and combating false teachings......
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The Book of Revelation, also known as the Apocalypse of John, is the last book in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. It is a highly symbolic and prophetic book that deals with a variety of themes, including eschatology (the study of end times), apocalyptic literature, Christian theology, and ethics. Here are some key aspects of what the Book of Revelation deals with:Prophecy and Eschatology: The Book of Revelation contains a series of visions...
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The books of Joel, Haggai, Obadiah, Nahum, and Malachi are part of the Old Testament in the Bible and are known as prophetic books. Each book addresses different historical contexts and contains messages from the respective prophets. Here's a brief overview of what each book deals with:Joel: The book of Joel focuses on the theme of judgment and restoration. It begins with a description of a devastating locust plague and calls for repentance. Joel...
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The Book of Mark, also known as the Gospel of Mark, is one of the four canonical gospels in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. It is believed to have been written by John Mark, a companion of the apostle Peter, between 50-70 AD.The Book of Mark deals primarily with the life, teachings, miracles, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It portrays Jesus as a powerful and compassionate figure who came to earth to proclaim the good news of God's...
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The Second Epistle to the Corinthians, often abbreviated as 2 Corinthians, is a book in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. It is a letter written by the apostle Paul to the Christian community in Corinth, a city in ancient Greece. 2 Corinthians primarily deals with several main themes:Comfort and encouragement: Paul seeks to comfort and encourage the Corinthians in the midst of challenges and difficulties they were facing, including persecution...
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The biblical book of 2 Timothy is a letter written by the Apostle Paul to his younger protege and fellow missionary, Timothy. It is one of the pastoral epistles, along with 1 Timothy and Titus, which were written to provide guidance and instruction to church leaders.In 2 Timothy, Paul encourages Timothy to remain steadfast in his faith and to continue preaching the gospel, even in the face of persecution and opposition. He reminds Timothy of the importance...
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The book of Genesis is the first book of the Bible and deals with the creation of the world, the origin of humanity, and the early history of humanity, including stories of Adam and Eve, Noah's Ark, and the patriarchs like Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It provides a foundation for many religious beliefs and offers insights into human nature and the relationship between God and humanity.The book starts with the creation narrative, describing how God created...
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The Gospel of John is one of the four canonical gospels in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. It is traditionally attributed to John the Apostle, although there is ongoing scholarly debate about its authorship. The Gospel of John is distinct from the other three synoptic gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) in its content, style, and theological emphasis.The Gospel of John primarily focuses on presenting Jesus Christ as the divine Son of God and...
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The Book of Luke is one of the four canonical Gospels in the New Testament of the Bible. It is attributed to the author Luke, who was a physician and a companion of the apostle Paul. The book is primarily concerned with the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, presenting a detailed narrative of these events.Here are some key themes and topics covered in the Book of Luke:Birth and Childhood of Jesus: Luke provides an account of...
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The Book of Ruth is a biblical book found in the Old Testament. It is named after its central character, Ruth, a Moabite woman who becomes an ancestor of King David. The book primarily deals with themes of loyalty, kindness, faithfulness, and the providence of God.The narrative of the Book of Ruth revolves around a widow named Naomi and her Moabite daughter-in-law Ruth. After the death of their husbands, Naomi decides to return to her homeland, Bethlehem,...
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The book of Amos is a prophetic book in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) that focuses on the message and visions of the prophet Amos. It is attributed to the prophet Amos, who lived during the 8th century BCE in the kingdom of Israel.The book of Amos primarily deals with social justice, righteousness, and the impending judgment of God upon the nation of Israel and other surrounding nations. Amos delivers a stern warning to the people of Israel about...
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The Book of Daniel is a biblical book found in both the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) and the Christian Bible. It is named after its central figure, Daniel, who is believed to be the author and protagonist of the book. The Book of Daniel deals with a variety of themes and topics, including prophecy, visions, wisdom, faithfulness, and the sovereignty of God.The book is divided into two main sections: the first section consists of narrative stories about...
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This new commentary - part of Eerdmans's acclaimed NICNT series - gives primary attention to John's gospel in its present form rather than the sources or traditions behind it.
J. Ramsey Michaels assumes that the John, who authored the book is someone very close to Jesus and, therefore, that the gospel is a testimony to events that actually happened in the life of Jesus. Yet Michaels does not ignore the literary character of the gospel of John or...
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Westminster John Knox Press is pleased to present the seventeen-volume Old Testament for Everyone series. Internationally respected Old Testament scholar John Goldingay addresses Scripture from Genesis to Malachi in such a way that even the most challenging passages are explained simply and concisely. The series is perfect for daily devotions, group study, or personal visits with the Bible.
In this volume, Goldingay explores Psalms 1-72. The psalms,...
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The book of Numbers tells a story that has two main characters -God and Israel. The way the story is told sounds odd and often harsh to readers today. In spite of the difficulties imposed by Numbers on today's readers, the main point of the book is of immense importance for God's people in any age: exact obedience to God is crucial.
This comprehensive and erudite commentary -resulting from nearly a decade of study of Numbers by Timothy Ashley -presents...
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“... Undertaken to provide earnest students of the New Testament with an exposition that is thorough and abreast of modern scholarship and at the same time loyal to the Scriptures as the infallible Word of God.” This statement reflects the underlying purpose of The New International Commentary on the New Testament. Begun in the late 1940s by an international team of New Testament scholars, the NICNT series has become recognized by pastors, students,...
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