J. Gordon McConville offers a critically informed and theologically sensitive introduction to the prophets of Israel and the literary masterpieces that go by their names.
This work offers an exploratory approach that enables students to engage with the text for themselves. It contains actvities and challenges at introductory and intermediate levels- background information needed to work at the required level- and ideas for further theological thought and reading.
Everyone loves a transformation story. Rags to riches. Plain to beautiful. Weak to strong. Esther's story is that- but it is much more. It is a thought-provoking study of God's invisible hand writing silently and unseen across the pages of human history. Perhaps most of all- Esther's story is the account of godly attributes like courage- dignity- wisdom- and strength―attributes that blocked a…
Though the Psalms are perhaps the most familiar portion of the Hebrew Bible- they are also among the most difficult to interpret. This guide helps readers study and interpret the Psalms. Bullock begins by exploring the nature- structure- and authorship of the Psalter. He examines the use of Psalms in worship- shows how psalmists used historical reflection to serve their theological purposes- an…
Offering an introduction to the book of Isaiah- this book presents the prophet's overarching themes and sweeping issues while including copious details that round out a study of the man and his work. It is useful to students of the Bible.
Although the Book of Hebrews "is not exactly what most of us would regard as a user-friendly book-" notes Donald Hagner- "Hebrews has always been popular among Christians." "Encountering the Book of Hebrews" was written to help students more fully appreciate the complexities of this favorite section of Scripture. Hagner begins by exploring introductory issues (e.g.- historical backgrounds- auth…
An introduction to the Book of Genesis which examines introductory issues- overarching themes- and the overall argument of the book.
Prayer is the Christian's lifeline to God- and with it lives are changed for eternity E. M. Bounds knew the secrets of prayer and God's principles for supplying all our needs. Here are his most cherished teachings on the life of prayer- which is the only effective barrier against the powers of evil so prevalent in this present world. He uncovers how you can have direct communication with God- m…
In keeping with the aims of the Pillar series- Colin Kruse in this commentary explains Romans to serious pastors- teachers- and students of the Bible. Kruse -- a well-known evangelical scholar -- solidly bases his exegesis on the Greek text- in conversation with scholarly literature- both ancient and modern- and with special attention to the literature of the last thirty years. This comment…
Mining new knowledge about the first-century world of Thessalonica- Gene Green offers a masterful analysis of The Letters to the Thessalonians. His comprehensive study of the people- their history- socioeconomic conditions- and religious beliefs illuminates his careful verse-by-verse commentary- providing you with an in-depth look at what these pastorally astute letters say about perseverance a…