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Narratives In Conflict: Atonement In Hebrews And The Qur'an, Matthew A. Bennett
Narratives In Conflict: Atonement In Hebrews And The Qur'an, Matthew A. Bennett
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Did Jesus die on the cross for our sins as the Gospels describe? Or, as Muslims often contend, was Jesus rescued to heaven in order to avoid the shameful crucifixion that would be unbefitting of a messenger of God? This debate has raged for generations and has caused no shortage of frustration among those seeking to explain the central teaching of the Christian faith to those influenced by the Qur’an. What this book aims to do is uncover four barriers to understanding the biblical teaching on atonement that likely exist in the minds of our Muslim friends prior to asking …
A Commentary On The Book Of The Twelve: The Minor Prophets, Michael B. Shepherd
A Commentary On The Book Of The Twelve: The Minor Prophets, Michael B. Shepherd
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The books of the twelve Minor Prophets are some of the least studied by Christians today, but they contain some of the great themes of Scripture, such as God's mercy and judgment, His covenant with Israel, the day of the Lord, and the coming of the Messiah. Arguing for a canonical unity that recognizes the Minor Prophets as one cohesive composition, Michael Shepherd explains the historical meaning of each verse of the twelve books and also provides guidance for application and preaching. Pastors, teachers, and serious students of Scripture will find a wealth of insights for understanding the Minor Prophets.
40 Questions About Church Membership And Discipline, Jeremy M. Kimble
40 Questions About Church Membership And Discipline, Jeremy M. Kimble
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Addresses forty of the most common and thorny questions about church life. Does church membership mean more than simply joining a social group? Does the church have a responsibility to discipline its members--and if so, what does that look like? Recognizing the many puzzling questions about the critical role of the church in the life of believers, Jeremy Kimble addresses forty key points. Each section considers questions of theology, ministry, and practicality, such as:
- Is there a New Testament precedent for membership?
- How does membership relate to baptism and communion?
- Who should become a member?
- How is discipline related to …
Textuality And The Bible, Michael B. Shepherd
Textuality And The Bible, Michael B. Shepherd
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Textuality and the Bible represents a concerted effort to clarify the object of study in biblical scholarship and in the church by bringing together the disciplines of hermeneutics, compositional analysis, canon studies, and textual criticism. It ultimately seeks to issue a call for study of the Bible for its own sake.
As It Was In The Beginning: An Intertextual Analysis Of New Creation In Galatians, 2 Corinthians, And Ephesians, Mark D. Owens
As It Was In The Beginning: An Intertextual Analysis Of New Creation In Galatians, 2 Corinthians, And Ephesians, Mark D. Owens
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Paul's comments regarding the new creation in 2 Cor 5:17 and Gal 6:15 have tended to be understood somewhat myopically. Some argue the phrase "new creation" solely refers to the inward transformation believers have experienced through faith in Jesus Christ. Others argue this phrase should be understood cosmologically and linked with Isaiah's "new heavens and new earth" Still others advocate an ecclesiological interpretation of this phrase that views Paul referring to the new community formed around Jesus Christ. In As It Was in the Beginning, Mark Owens argues that the concept of "new creation" should be understood (like the gospel) …
The Whole Story Of The Bible In 16 Verses, Christopher R. Bruno
The Whole Story Of The Bible In 16 Verses, Christopher R. Bruno
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This book highlights 16 key Bible verses that stand as “turning points” in the biblical storyline—enabling us to see God’s incredible plan to redeem his people and glorify his name from Genesis to Revelation. Whether it’s exploring the creation of humanity, the establishment of the covenants, or the coming of the Messiah, this book will help Christians see how God’s Word tells a single story about his sovereignty, glory, and grace.
Toward A Canon-Conscious Reading Of The Bible: Exploring The History And Hermeneutics Of The Canon, Ched E. Spellman
Toward A Canon-Conscious Reading Of The Bible: Exploring The History And Hermeneutics Of The Canon, Ched E. Spellman
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Two distinct questions about the canon of the Bible can be raised: (1) How did the biblical canon come to be?, and (2) What effect does that canon have on its readers? The former is a historical question about the formation of the biblical canon; the latter is a hermeneutical question about the function of the biblical canon. Though these questions have often been pursued in virtual isolation from one another, Spellman argues that there are considerable gains from observing the interconnections between the two lines of inquiry. On the historical question of the origin of the canon, Spellman asks, …
That His Spirit May Be Saved: Church Discipline As A Means To Repentance And Perseverance, Jeremy M. Kimble
That His Spirit May Be Saved: Church Discipline As A Means To Repentance And Perseverance, Jeremy M. Kimble
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Job, Daniel J. Estes
Job, Daniel J. Estes
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To craft informed sermons, pastors scour commentaries that often deal more with minutia than the main point. Or they turn to devotional commentaries, which may contain exegetical weaknesses. The Teach the Text Commentary Series bridges this gap by utilizing the best of biblical scholarship and providing the information a pastor needs to communicate the text effectively. By keeping the discussion of each carefully selected preaching unit to six pages of focused commentary, the volumes in this series allow pastors to quickly grasp the big idea and key themes of each passage of Scripture. The text and its meaning are made …
Wisdom Christology: How Jesus Becomes God's Wisdom For Us, Daniel J. Ebert
Wisdom Christology: How Jesus Becomes God's Wisdom For Us, Daniel J. Ebert
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The Explorations in Biblical Theology series addresses the need for quality literature that attracts believing readers to good theology and builds there up in their faith. Each title in the series combines solid content with accessibility and readability-a valuable addition to the library of any college student, thoughtful lay reader, seminarian, or pastor.
What is true wisdom? While contemporary culture locates it in self-absorption, the first-century apostles revealed how wisdom is located supremely in Jesus Christ. Daniel Ebert explains how Old Testament wisdom motifs are not only appropriated in New Testament Christology but also far surpassed in God's Son.
The Drama Of Ephesians, Timothy Gombis
The Drama Of Ephesians, Timothy Gombis
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Ephesians has long been a favorite New Testament book among Christians. Its exalted language and soaring metaphors inspire devotion and worship. But too often the expositor's scrutiny has reduced this letter to a string of theological ideas and practical topics.
Timothy Gombis has rediscovered Ephesians as a deeply dramatic text that follows the narrative arc of the triumph of God in Christ. Here Paul invites the church to celebrate and participate in this divine victory over the powers of this present age. In Gombis's dramatic reading of Ephesians we are drawn into a theological and cultural engagement with this epochal …
Making Sense Of Your World: A Biblical Worldview, William E. Brown, W. Gary Phillips, John Stonestreet
Making Sense Of Your World: A Biblical Worldview, William E. Brown, W. Gary Phillips, John Stonestreet
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Making Sense of Your World offers a basic, accessible introduction to biblical worldview that covers all aspects of world-view thinking. Part One compares the basic worldviews, Part Two contrasts (and seeks to defend) the biblical worldview with the others, and Part Three constructs a biblical worldview in four key areas. This book is an overview; the Christian thinker is invited to continue his or her study through the recommended readings at the end of each chapter an ongoing task Paul labels the renewing of our minds (Romans 12:2).
Luther's Scottish Connection, James Edward Mcgoldrick
Luther's Scottish Connection, James Edward Mcgoldrick
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Handbook On The Wisdom Books And Psalms, Daniel J. Estes
Handbook On The Wisdom Books And Psalms, Daniel J. Estes
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In this work, Daniel Estes introduces students to the Old Testament poetical books--Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs. Each chapter explores one of the five poetical books. Estes first summarizes some of the book's key issues. He then devotes the main portion of the chapter to an exposition of the book, interacting with major commentaries and recent studies. Each chapter concludes with an extensive bibliography, allowing for further exploration. Following in the tradition of Handbook on the Pentateuch (over sixty thousand copies sold), this valuable resource will help pastors, students, Sunday school teachers, and Bible study leaders better …
They Were Single Too: 8 Biblical Role Models, David M. Hoffeditz
They Were Single Too: 8 Biblical Role Models, David M. Hoffeditz
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The Bible holds many examples of adult singles—including Paul, John the Baptist, and Anna—who lived godly, Christ-honoring lives. Through their examples, author David Hoffeditz leads the way to spiritual freedom in the midst of living single today.
A Study Of Scottish Hermeneutical Method From John Knox To The Early Twentieth Century: From Christian To Secular, Marc A. Clauson
A Study Of Scottish Hermeneutical Method From John Knox To The Early Twentieth Century: From Christian To Secular, Marc A. Clauson
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This work examines the evolution of Scottish hermeneutical method from John Knox to the early 20th century, showing how the method was transformed from a Primitivism (a term borrowed from the history of ideas) to "historical consciousness" as represented by the higher critical method. This work examines the whole "big picture" of transformation based on the "paradigm shift" or presuppositions from the primitivism of John Knox and others to the Enlightenment-based historical-critical method.
The Books Of Philippians And Colossians: Joy And Completeness In Christ, Robert Glenn Gromacki
The Books Of Philippians And Colossians: Joy And Completeness In Christ, Robert Glenn Gromacki
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Are Christians really different than anyone else?
What does a real Chistian look like? What is Christianity really all about? Paul's letter to the Philippians and Colossians answer these ponderings through their unique emphasis on practical Christian living. These books present that the basic beliefs of Christians are to make those truths the foundation of everything they think and everything they do.
In Philippians, Dr. Gromacki uses Paul's teaching to show Christians how they should conduct themselves in times of suffering, in witnessing for Christ, in preserving unity, in overcoming anxiety, in imitating Christ, and in cultivating joy and peace …
Stand Perfect In Wisdom: An Exposition Of Colossians & Philemon, Robert Glenn Gromacki
Stand Perfect In Wisdom: An Exposition Of Colossians & Philemon, Robert Glenn Gromacki
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Commentary on the books of Colossians & Philemon
Stand United In Joy: An Exposition Of Philippians, Robert Glenn Gromacki
Stand United In Joy: An Exposition Of Philippians, Robert Glenn Gromacki
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Commentary on the book of Philippians
Hear, My Son: Teaching And Learning In Proverbs 1-9, Daniel J. Estes
Hear, My Son: Teaching And Learning In Proverbs 1-9, Daniel J. Estes
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In Hear, My Son, the Fourth volume in the New Studies in Biblical Theology series, Daniel Estes synthesizes the teachings of the first nine chapters of Proverbs into a systematic statement of education that lies behind the text.
Translations On Trial: Is Your Bible The Word Of God?, Robert Glenn Gromacki
Translations On Trial: Is Your Bible The Word Of God?, Robert Glenn Gromacki
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Dramatized Bible Readings, Miriam B. Maddox
His Answers To Our Anxieties, James T. Jeremiah
The Beatitudes Are For Today, George L. Lawlor
New Testament Survey, Robert Glenn Gromacki
New Testament Survey, Robert Glenn Gromacki
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Quality pictures, charts, outlines, and a comprehensive knowledge of archaeology and modern viewpoints make this one of the most helpful and interesting introductions available.
Converging Signs In Biblical Prophecy, James T. Jeremiah
Converging Signs In Biblical Prophecy, James T. Jeremiah
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