Presents a commentary on 'Ecclesiastes'. This title considers literary- historical- and grammatical dimensions of the text- offering theological reflection.
One of the 1998 Academy of Parish Clergy Top Ten Books of the Year! Voted one of Christianity Today's 1998 Books of the Year! The third of IVP's critically acclaimed series of dictionaries of the New Testament provides focused study on the often-neglected portions of the New Testament: Acts- Hebrews- the General Epistles and Revelation. Furthermore- its scope goes beyond the life of the New Tes…
The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters is a one-of-a-kind reference work. Following the format of its hightly successful companion volume- the Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels- this Dictionary is designed to bring students- teachers- ministers and laypeople abreast the established conclusions and significant recent developments in Pauline scholarship. No other single reference work presents …
Recipient of a Christianity Today 1993 Critics Choice Award! Third Place Winner of Christianity Today's Book of the Year list award! The Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels is unique among reference books on the Bible- the first volume of its kind since James Hastings published his Dictionary of Christ and the Gospels in 1909. In the more than eight decades since Hastings our understanding of J…
Most Bible commentaries take us on a one-way trip from the twentieth century to the first century. But they leave us there- assuming that we can somehow make the return journey on our own. In other words- they focus on the original meaning of the passage but don't discuss its contemporary application. The information they offer is valuable -- but the job is only half done! The NIV Application C…
The Chronicles are more than a history of ancient Israel under the ascent and rule of the Davidic dynasty. They are a story whose grand theme is hope. Great battles are fought- heroes and tyrants vie for power- Israel splits into rival kingdoms- and the soul of God s holy nation oscillates between faithlessness and revival. Yet above this tossing sea of human events- God s covenant promises rei…
1 and 2 Thessalonians- which is part of the NIV Application Commentary Series- helps readers learn how the message of those letters can have the same powerful impact today that they did when first written.
Charming retellings of Bible favorites feature adorable pastel illustrations that will evoke warm sentiments in young readers Combining respect for the biblical originals with a warm-hearted and original child's-eye view of the events- these 10 classic Bible stories are presented lovingly alongside endearing and brightly colored illustrations. The story of creation is included- as well as No…