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  • Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes: Cultural Studies in the Gospels, By Kenneth E. Bailey
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    Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes

    Cultural Studies in the Gospels

    by Kenneth E. Bailey

    Understand the Life of Jesus in Cultural Context

    Discover a deeper, richer understanding of the life and teachings of Jesus with Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes by renowned scholar Kenneth Bailey. This book invites readers to see Jesus through the lens of his historical and cultural context, lifting away the layers of Western interpretation that have shaped modern ...

  • The Song of Songs: An Introduction and Commentary, By Iain M. Duguid
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    The Song of Songs

    An Introduction and Commentary

    Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries

    by Iain M. Duguid

    This Old Testament book, 'the best of songs', has fascinated and perplexed interpreters for centuries. We hear the passionate melody of romantic love, and are confronted by erotic imagery but whose love is described? Is it a couple?s love for eachother, God?s love for his people, or a poem that speaks to love in all its dimensions? Iain Duguid?s commentary explains how the Song is designed to show ...

  • God's Rivals: Why Has God Allowed Different Religions? Insights from the Bible and the Early Church, By Gerald R. McDermott
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    God's Rivals

    Why Has God Allowed Different Religions? Insights from the Bible and the Early Church

    by Gerald R. McDermott

    In the providence of God, why are there other religions? Was the God of the Bible wise in allowing for them? Can they serve any purpose?

    Gerald R. McDermott explores reflection on teaching from the Old and New Testaments and from a number of key teachers from the early church to suggest an answer to this perplexing but intriguing question. In the end McDermott provides considerable insight ...

  • The Minor Prophets: A Theological Introduction, By Craig G. Bartholomew and Heath A. Thomas
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    The Minor Prophets

    A Theological Introduction

    by Craig G. Bartholomew and Heath A. Thomas

    The good news from the Minor Prophets is that, even in dire times, God speaks.

    While the Minor Prophets are among the most succinct books of the Old Testament, their theological richness has much to offer us today. And not only did they have something to say to their original audience, but God continues to speak through their words in ways that are of utmost importance for ...

  • Meeting God, By J. I. Packer
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    Meeting God

    LifeGuide Bible Studies

    by J. I. Packer

    His majesty will fill your thoughts.

    His love will soften your heart.

    His holiness will purify your life.

    When you meet God, you will be changed.

    Meet him now as J. I. Packer, author of the bestselling Christian classic,Knowing God, leads you through twelve session LifeGuideĀ® Bible Study key passages from the Old and New Testaments. These inductive Bible studies ...

    Number of Studies: 12

  • James, 1-2 Peter, 1-3 John, Jude, Edited by Gerald L. Bray
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    James, 1-2 Peter, 1-3 John, Jude

    Volume 11

    Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture

    Edited by Gerald Bray
    General Editor Thomas C. Oden

    Christianity Today Award of Merit winner

    Because the Catholic Epistles focus on orthodox faith and morals, the Fathers drew on them as a means of defense against the rising challenge of heretics. Many of the Fathers saw in these letters anticipatory attacks on Marcion and strong defenses against the Arians. They did so quite naturally because in their ...

  • The Message of Kings, By John W. Olley
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    The Message of Kings

    The Bible Speaks Today Series

    by John W. Olley

    At the beginning of 1 Kings, Solomon's reign brought peace, prosperity, dynamic international trade, and a magnificent center of worship. By the end of 2 Kings, the people faced a complete reversal: they and their king were in exile, and Jerusalem and the temple lay in ruins. How can this story, told by the very people who suffered the defeat, be of value today?

    In this Bible ...