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PaperbackOld Testament Ethics for the People of God
by Christopher J. H. Wright
Nothing confuses Christian ethics quite like the Old Testament. Some faithful readers struggle through its pages and conclude that they must obey its moral laws but may disregard its ceremonial and civil laws. Others abandon its teaching altogether in favor of a strictly New Testament ethic. Neither option, argues Chris Wright, gives the Old Testament its due.In this innovative approach to Old Testament ...
PaperbackExploring the Old Testament
A Guide to the Historical Books
Exploring the Bible Series
by Philip E. Satterthwaite and J. Gordon McConville
The historical books, from Joshua to Ezra and Nehemiah, form the narrative backbone of the Old Testament. Without them the Pentateuch would stop cold and the Prophets would hang in suspension. Even the Psalms and Wisdom literature would lose someof their luster for lack of a setting. Without these historical books the New Testament would be resolving an incomplete narrative, answering a question ...
PaperbackKnowing Scripture
by R. C. Sproul
Foreword by J. I. PackerOver 250,000 Copies Sold!
Learn the Commonsense Approach to Studying Scripture
The Bible is the written Word of God, and it is treasured by many. But it is also an ancient book about people and cultures very different than us. While we know we should read it, many of us have a hard time understanding the Bible.
In this expanded edition of Knowing ...
PaperbackScripture and Cosmology
Reading the Bible Between the Ancient World and Modern Science
by Kyle Greenwood
Christians often claim to hold a biblical worldview. But what about a biblical cosmos view? From the beginning of Genesis we encounter a vaulted dome above the earth, a "firmament," like the ceiling of a planetarium. Elsewhere we read of the earth sitting on pillars. What does the dome of heaven have to do with deep space? Even when the biblical language is clearly poetic, it seems to be funded ...
PaperbackWomen, Authority & the Bible
Edited by Alvera Mickelsen
Evangelicals have reached a critical impasse.Advocates of more traditional roles for women say the heart of the matter is biblical authority. Those supporting more open roles say the crux is not biblical authority but biblical interpretation andapplication.
- What are the real issues in this controversy?
- How can we make sense out of key passages in 1 Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians ...
PaperbackLoving Justice
LifeGuide Bible Studies
by Bob Hunter and Carol Hunter
God is loving and powerful. He is able to work against some of the strongest forces of hate in the world.
You can imitate God's justice by fighting against these same powers in your own life and in the lives of those around you.
Taking a fresh look at this theme throughout Scripture in this twelve session LifeGuide® Bible Study, Bob and Carol Hunter challenge you to love justice as ...
Number of Studies: 12
PaperbackGod's Comfort
LifeGuide Bible Studies
by Jack Kuhatschek
Times of pain can tear your heart, wound your spirit, and leave you broken and scarred.
You long for comfort. And if you seek God, you will find comfort. In the process, you may also find that your suffering is transformed into a source ofspiritual growth, wisdom and compassion.
As Jack Kuhatschek leads you through these nine LifeGuide® Bible studies on God's comfort, you will discover ...
Number of Studies: 9
PaperbackSpiritual Gifts
LifeGuide Bible Studies
by R. Paul Stevens
You are unique.
You have been created and invited by God to participate in his kingdom work.
Yet, you have probably also experienced feelings of uncertainty about how to serve God, about what gifts you have to use, and about God's purpose for your life.
In this eight-session LifeGuide® Bible Study, R. Paul Stevens helps you to recognize your spiritual gifts and the gifts of others. ...
Number of Studies: 8
PaperbackThe Lord's Prayer
LifeGuide Bible Studies
by Douglas Connelly
When the disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray, he gave them what is now known as "the Lord's Prayer."
What is the Lord's Prayer to you? Is it a formal prayer that you repeat only during Sunday morning worship? Has it become so familiar that you hardly think about its meaning? If so, you are missing out on a rich resource for your spiritual life.
In this eight-session LifeGuide® ...
Number of Studies: 8
PaperbackEvangelism
A Way of Life
LifeGuide Bible Studies
by Rebecca Manley Pippert and Ruth E. Siemens
"I don't want to offend people."
"I don't know what to say."
Most of us can think of at least one hundred reasons not to share the gospel. Evangelism can be intimidating. But it can also be a natural and exciting way of life. These Bible studies will help you discover creative ways to share the gospel in your everyday situations and surroundings.
In this twelve-session ...
Number of Studies: 12
