Straight to the point- practical- affirming- convicting—that’s the book of James. In it- we see a picture of early Christians wrestling to apply the teachings of Jesus to their everyday lives. And we see a community plagued by divisiveness and hypocrisy- with an emphasis on wealth and status. James pulls no punches addressing these issues- calling for a faith that shows itself in moral acti…
The Bible begins and ends with a revelation of God that gives redemption its basis. From the first verse of Genesis- the book of origins- we encounter a God of personality- character- purpose- and activity. Only in the light of what he shows us of himself as the Creator of our world and the Interactor with human history does the salvation story assume its proper context. Genesis sets things in …
An exhaustive- ready reference of every person named in the Bible 40 major figures covered in full-length articles Contributions from 24 world-class evangelical scholars Biblical references- brief description and relationship to other Bible Characters Uncover the Value of Every Man and Woman in the Bible From Aaron to Zurishadai- the New International Encyclopedia of Bible Characters is an exha…
The New Bible Dictionary is a reference work ideally suited for people of all ages and backgrounds. This magnificent and comprehensive Bible dictionary has set the standard for evangelical Bible dictionaries for five decades. Now in its third- updated edition- it is the clear leader in its field. The third edition is an important step forward in bringing this classic work up to date with the la…
This completely revised and updated edition is the most comprehensive and up-to-date Bible dictionary available. A wealth of basic study information is found in more than 7-000 entries plus over 500 full-color photographs- maps- and pronunciation guides. Includes the Visual Survey of the Bible.
For years- Vine s Expository Dictionary has been the standard word study tool for pastors and laypeople- selling millions of copies. But sixty-plus years of scholarship have shed extensive new light on the use of biblical Greek and Hebrew- creating the need for a new- more accurate- more thorough dictionary of Bible words. William Mounce- whose Greek grammar has been used by more than 100-000 c…
John's letters transformed the churches of the first century. But his message is also very relevant to the church today. Find out how his letters can have the same powerful impact today as they had when John first wrote them.
A unique commentary that explores each passage from three vital perspectives: original meaning- bridging context- contemporary significance. Isaiah wrestles with the realities of people who are not convicted by the truth but actually hardened by it- and with a God whose actions sometimes seem unintelligible- or even worse- appears to be absent. Yet Isaiah penetrates beyond these experiences to …
Most interlinear Bibles are superb resources for Greek students. But what about the rest of us who don't know Greek? Here is the answer. While other interlinear Bibles assume that you know Greek. Interlinear for the Rest of Us assumes that you don't- or that you've forgotten much of what you once knew. Designed for busy pastors- Sunday school teachers- and anyone who wants a practical tool for …