Adventures in Saying Yes A Journey from Fear to Faith
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Adventures in Saying Yes
A Journey from Fear to Faith
About
Adventures Await When You Overcome Fear
This is the story of a normal family of five living a very unusual life. The Medearis family has faced Middle Eastern prisons, death threats, being kicked out of a country two times, and war. It hasn't always been easy, but in the midst of it all, the invitation of Jesus to follow and not be afraid has won the day.
But this is more than just their story. It's also a guide to help you step out in bold faith. Whether the call of Jesus for you means international intrigue, giving up all you have for the poor, or simply being the suburban neighbor you were always meant to be, it's time to begin your own adventure! To live a life where fear takes a backseat and God takes the wheel. In the end, of course, there are no promises of an easy life or a path free of troubles. But enormous blessings await those who walk in faith.
It's time to go where Jesus is calling and do what God is doing. Don't put off the adventure he's been saving just for you.
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- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780764212857
- Dimensions
- 5.5 x 8.5
- Pub. Date
- Apr 2015
- SRP
- $14.99
- Number of pages
- 208
Africa Bible Commentary A One-Volume Commentary Written by 70 African Scholars
$34.12 USD $44.99 USD
The Africa Bible Commentary is a unique publishing event—the first one-volume Bible commentary produced in Africa by African theologians to meet the needs of African pastors, students, and lay leaders. Interpreting and applying the Bible in the light of African culture and realities, it furnishes powerful and relevant insights into the biblical text that transcend Africa in their significance. The Africa Bible Commentary gives a section-by-section interpretation that provides a contextual, readable, affordable, and immensely useful guide to the entire Bible. Readers around the world will benefit from and appreciate the commentary’s fresh insights and direct style that engage both heart and mind. Key features: · Produced by African biblical scholars, in Africa, for Africa—and for the world · Section-by-section interpretive commentary and application · More than 70 special articles dealing with topics of key importance in to ministry in Africa today, but that have global implications · 70 African contributors from both English- and French-speaking countries · Transcends the African context with insights into the biblical text and the Christian faith for readers worldwide
| Contributor(s) | Tokunboh Adeyemo |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Tokunboh Adeyemo Femi B. Adeleye has been involved in student ministry with the International Fellowship of Evangelical Students (IFES) for more than thirty years. He is now IFES Associate General Secretary for Partnership & Collaboration, working to nurture nationally led Christian student witness that will produce a new generation of leaders for the church and nations of Africa and beyond. Born in Nigeria, he is currently based in Ghana. He was one of the key speakers at the 2010 Lausanne Congress in Cape Town. He is married to Affy Adeleye and they have four children. |
| UPC | 025986291877 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310291879 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310291879 |
| Publish Date | Sep 14, 2010 |
| Weight (lbs) | 3.7200 |
| Height | 9.5 |
| Width | 7.63 |
| Length | 1632 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Language | English |
African Christian Ethics
$21.38 USD $24.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Samuel Waje Kunhiyop |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Samuel Waje Kunhiyop Samuel Waje Kunhiyop is General Secretary of ECWA (Evangelical Church Winning All) and a visiting Professor of Ethics at Brigham University, Karu, Nigeria. He was previously Head of the Postgraduate School, South African Theological Seminary, and Provost and Professor of Theology and Ethics at Jos ECWA Theological Seminary (JETS). He holds a BA (JETS), MAET (Western Seminary, Portland, Oregon), and the PhD (Trinity International University, Illinois). |
| UPC | 999999999993 |
| ISBN-10 | 9966805362 |
| ISBN-13 | 9789966805362 |
| Publish Date | Sep 23, 2008 |
| Weight (lbs) | 1.2200 |
| Height | 9.00 |
| Width | 6.00 |
| Length | 416 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Series | Hippo |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
After Acts: Exploring the Lives and Legends of the Apostles
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
Product Description
What really happened after Acts?
If you’ve ever wondered what happened to the biblical characters after Acts—from the well-known Matthew to the lesser-known Bartholomew—then this book is for you. Join Dr. Bryan Litfin as he guides you through Scripture and other ancient literature to sift fact from fiction, real-life from legend.
Skillfully researched and clearly written, After Acts is as accurate as it is engaging. Gain a window into the religious milieu of the ancient and medieval church. Unearth artifacts and burial sites. Learn what really happened to your favorite characters and what you should truly remember them for.
- Did Paul ever make it to Spain? Was he beheaded in Rome?
- Is it true that Peter was crucified upside down?
- Was the Virgin Mary really bodily assumed into heaven?
The book of Acts ends at chapter 28. But its characters lived on.
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Against Calvinism
$17.94 USD $18.99 USD
Calvinist theology has been debated and promoted for centuries. But is it a theology that should last? Roger Olson suggests that Calvinism, also commonly known as Reformed theology, holds an unwarranted place in our list of accepted theologies. In Against Calvinism, readers will find scholarly arguments explaining why Calvinist theology is incorrect and how it affects God’s reputation. Olson draws on a variety of sources, including Scripture, reason, tradition, and experience, to support his critique of Calvinism and the more historically rich, biblically faithful alternative theologies he proposes. Addressing what many evangelical Christians are concerned about today—so-called “new Calvinism,” a movement embraced by a generation labeled as “young, restless, Reformed” —Against Calvinism is the only book of its kind to offer objections from a non-Calvinist perspective to the current wave of Calvinism among Christian youth. As a companion to Michael Horton’s For Calvinism, readers will be able to compare contrasting perspectives and form their own opinions on the merits and weaknesses of Calvinism.
| Contributor(s) | Roger E. Olson |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Roger E. Olson Roger E. Olson (PhD, Rice University) is professor of theology at George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University. He is the author of many books, including Questions to All Your Answers: The Journey from Folk Religion to Examined Faith, Reformed and Always Reforming: The Postconservative Approach to Evangelical Theology, and How to Be Evangelical without Being Conservative.
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| UPC | 025986324674 |
| ISBN-10 | 031032467X |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310324676 |
| Publish Date | Oct 10, 2011 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.5400 |
| Height | 8.50 |
| Width | 5.50 |
| Length | 208 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Alive in Him: How Being Embraced by the Love of Christ Changes Everything
$16.44 USD $16.99 USD
About Alive in Him
God’s grand plan for the redemption of creation has been in motion since before time began. The book of Ephesians lays out this glorious vision, highlighting the coming of Christ’s kingdom on earth—a kingdom that will soon arrive in full. In Alive in Him, Gloria Furman leads us deep into the biblical text, exploring the main themes in Ephesians and showing us how the blessings we have received in Christ empower us to walk in a new way. Designed to be read alongside the biblical text, Alive in Him draws us into the plotline of Scripture, directing our gaze to the love of Jesus Christ—a love that has the power to transform how we live.
Author
Gloria Furman (MACE, Dallas Theological Seminary) is a wife, mother of four, cross-cultural worker, and writer. In 2008 her family moved to the Middle East to plant Redeemer Church of Dubai where her husband, Dave, serves as the pastor.
Specifications
| Category: | Women Bible Studies & Devotionals |
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| Format: | Paperback |
| Page Count: | 192 |
| ISBN-10: | 1-4335-4977-8 |
| ISBN-13: | 978-1-4335-4977-9 |
| Size: | 5.25 in x 8.0 in |
| Weight: | 8.0 ounces |
| Published: | March 31, 2017 |
All In Curriculum Kit You Are One Decision Away From a Totally Different Life
$47.92 USD $59.99 USD
When did we start believing that God wants to send us to safe places to do easy things? Jesus didn’t die to keep us safe. He died to make us dangerous. The will of God is not an insurance plan; it’s a daring plan. It’s time to quit living as if the purpose of your life is to arrive safely at death.
All In, a four-session video-based Bible study by New York Times bestselling author Mark Batterson, challenges participants to resolutely follow God wherever he leads by pointing out that if Jesus is not Lord of all, he is not Lord at all.
Most people think they are following Jesus. They may think they are following Jesus, but the reality is, they’ve invited Jesus to follow them. They call him Savior, but they’ve never surrendered to him as Lord. Are you following Jesus? Or have you invited Jesus to follow you?
Participants will find Batterson’s teaching filled with his customary vivid, contemporary stories as well as biblical characters like Shamgar, Elisha, Jonathan, and Judas.
It’s time to go all in for God.
A companion study guide (sold separately) is also available.
| Contributor(s) | Mark Batterson |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Mark Batterson Mark Batterson serves as the lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C. Recognized as “one of America’s 25 most innovative churches,” NCC is one church with seven locations. Mark’s blog (www.markbatterson.com) and webcast (www.theaterchurch.com) also reach a virtual congregation around the world. Mark is the author of several bestselling books, including New York Times bestsellers The Circle Maker and In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day. He and his wife, Lora, live on Capitol Hill with their three children. You can follow Mark on Twitter: @markbatterson
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| UPC | 025986681111 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310681111 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310681113 |
| Publish Date | Oct 1, 2013 |
| Weight (lbs) | 1.2800 |
| Height | 9.5 |
| Width | 6.25 |
| Length | 0 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback w/DVD |
| Language | English |
All the Apostles of the Bible
$17.94 USD $18.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Herbert Lockyer |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Herbert Lockyer Dr. Herbert Lockyer was born in London in 1886, and held pastorates in Scotland and England for 25 years before coming to the United States in 1935. In 1937 he received the honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Northwestern Evangelical Seminary. In 1955 he returned to England where he lived for many years. He then returned to the United States where he continued to devote time to the writing ministry until his death in November of 1984. |
| UPC | 025986280116 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310280117 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310280118 |
| Publish Date | Sep 27, 1988 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.7300 |
| Height | 9.2 |
| Width | 6.13 |
| Length | 288 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
All the Divine Names and Titles in the Bible
$17.94 USD $18.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Herbert Lockyer |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Herbert Lockyer Dr. Herbert Lockyer was born in London in 1886, and held pastorates in Scotland and England for 25 years before coming to the United States in 1935. In 1937 he received the honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Northwestern Evangelical Seminary. In 1955 he returned to England where he lived for many years. He then returned to the United States where he continued to devote time to the writing ministry until his death in November of 1984. |
| UPC | 025986280413 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310280419 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310280415 |
| Publish Date | Sep 27, 1988 |
| Weight (lbs) | 1.0500 |
| Height | 9.00 |
| Width | 6.25 |
| Length | 368 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
All the Doctrines of the Bible
$17.94 USD $18.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Herbert Lockyer |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Herbert Lockyer Dr. Herbert Lockyer was born in London in 1886, and held pastorates in Scotland and England for 25 years before coming to the United States in 1935. In 1937 he received the honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Northwestern Evangelical Seminary. In 1955 he returned to England where he lived for many years. He then returned to the United States where he continued to devote time to the writing ministry until his death in November of 1984. |
| UPC | 025986280512 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310280516 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310280514 |
| Publish Date | Sep 29, 1988 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.7900 |
| Height | 9.13 |
| Width | 6.13 |
| Length | 320 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
All the Men of the Bible
$17.94 USD $18.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Herbert Lockyer |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Herbert Lockyer Dr. Herbert Lockyer was born in London in 1886, and held pastorates in Scotland and England for 25 years before coming to the United States in 1935. In 1937 he received the honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Northwestern Evangelical Seminary. In 1955 he returned to England where he lived for many years. He then returned to the United States where he continued to devote time to the writing ministry until his death in November of 1984. |
| UPC | 025986280819 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310280818 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310280811 |
| Publish Date | Oct 2, 1988 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.8800 |
| Height | 9.13 |
| Width | 6.13 |
| Length | 384 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
All the Messianic Prophecies of the Bible
$17.94 USD $18.99 USD
A Fascinating Look at How Biblical Prophecies Paved the Way for Jesus Christ In this remarkable volume, Dr. Herbert Lockyer examines all the prophecies in Scripture concerning the promised Messiah, his ministry, and his message. From the mundane to the mystifying, you’ll get a close look at how different prophecies portrayed with stunning accuracy the coming Christ: his ancestry, his birth, his character, his death and resurrection, and more. Divided in two sections, All the Messianic Prophecies of the Bible helps you understand not only 'Specific Messianic Prophecies,' but also 'Symbolic Messianic Prophecies.'
| Contributor(s) | Herbert Lockyer |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Herbert Lockyer Dr. Herbert Lockyer was born in London in 1886, and held pastorates in Scotland and England for 25 years before coming to the United States in 1935. In 1937 he received the honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Northwestern Evangelical Seminary. In 1955 he returned to England where he lived for many years. He then returned to the United States where he continued to devote time to the writing ministry until his death in November of 1984. |
| UPC | 025986280918 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310280915 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310280910 |
| Publish Date | Oct 2, 1988 |
| Weight (lbs) | 1.3000 |
| Height | 9.13 |
| Width | 6.13 |
| Length | 528 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
All the Miracles of the Bible
$17.94 USD $18.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Herbert Lockyer |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Herbert Lockyer Dr. Herbert Lockyer was born in London in 1886, and held pastorates in Scotland and England for 25 years before coming to the United States in 1935. In 1937 he received the honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Northwestern Evangelical Seminary. In 1955 he returned to England where he lived for many years. He then returned to the United States where he continued to devote time to the writing ministry until his death in November of 1984. |
| UPC | 025986281014 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310281016 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310281016 |
| Publish Date | Sep 28, 1988 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.7600 |
| Height | 9.25 |
| Width | 6.13 |
| Length | 320 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
All the Names in the Bible
$18.69 USD $19.99 USD
Even the most savvy Bible scholar will admit that it can be challenging to learn all the names in the Bible. Not only are there hundreds and hundreds of them, but some can be difficult to pronounce and tough to remember. All The Names in the Bible is a fun and engaging handbook that includes every name in the Bible in one handy volume. This comprehensive resource lists every person and place mentioned in the Bible and cites helpful information, including the pronunciation of the name, the Greek or Hebrew meaning of the name, a paragraph of description, and a list of Scripture passages where the name is found. No other resource supplies such a comprehensive list with so many valuable pieces of information. For anyone looking to broaden their knowledge of the Bible’s many people and places, All the Names in the Bible is the perfect choice.
Features include:
- Complete list in one convenient volume
- Includes the names of all people, towns, cities, rivers, mountains, and nations in the Bible
- Meaning of the name, a paragraph of description, and Scripture passages where the name is found
| ISBN-10 | 0529106507 |
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| ISBN-13 | 9780529106506 |
| Release Date | Jun 24, 2014 |
| Weight (lbs) | 1.8800 |
| Height | 9.25 |
| Width | 6.13 |
| Length | 800 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Series | A to Z Series |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
All the Parables of the Bible
$17.94 USD $18.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Herbert Lockyer |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Herbert Lockyer Dr. Herbert Lockyer was born in London in 1886, and held pastorates in Scotland and England for 25 years before coming to the United States in 1935. In 1937 he received the honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Northwestern Evangelical Seminary. In 1955 he returned to England where he lived for many years. He then returned to the United States where he continued to devote time to the writing ministry until his death in November of 1984. |
| UPC | 025986281113 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310281113 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310281115 |
| Publish Date | Oct 2, 1988 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.9300 |
| Height | 9.25 |
| Width | 6.13 |
| Length | 384 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
All the Promises of the Bible
$17.94 USD $18.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Herbert Lockyer |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Herbert Lockyer Dr. Herbert Lockyer was born in London in 1886, and held pastorates in Scotland and England for 25 years before coming to the United States in 1935. In 1937 he received the honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Northwestern Evangelical Seminary. In 1955 he returned to England where he lived for many years. He then returned to the United States where he continued to devote time to the writing ministry until his death in November of 1984. |
| UPC | 025986281311 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310281318 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310281313 |
| Publish Date | Mar 27, 1990 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.8750 |
| Height | 9.25 |
| Width | 6.13 |
| Length | 352 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
All You Want to Know About Hell Three Christian Views of Gods Final Solution to the Problem of Sin
$18.69 USD $19.99 USD
It is an undeniable fact that the very concept of hell is shrouded in mystery. We know what books and movies tell us hell is like, but we’re left with so many questions. Is hell simply a place where sinners are sent to suffer for their sins, or is it much, much more than that?
All You Want to Know About Hell breaks down the three most popular views on hell and tells us what the Bible really says about this terrifying and mystifying place. From the “traditional” view of hell as a place of eternal torment to the early Christian view that hell is a place of suffering intended to purge sin and to bring about repentance, no other book gives such in-depth biblical insight into the truths about hell that are hidden in all the hype.
Features include:
- Complete coverage of the three most popular views on hell
- Clear explanation of what Scripture really says
- An easy and interesting read for laypeople, pastors, and scholars alike
| Contributor(s) | Steve Gregg |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Steve Gregg Steve Gregg is a lecturer, writer, and talk-show host. For 16 years he lectured on the Bible at the Great Commission School. Since 1997, he has hosted the daily radio talk-show, 'The Narrow Path.' He is also author of 'Revelation: Four Views: A Parallel Commentary”(Thomas Nelson, 1997, 2013), which was the 1998 Final Nominee, for the Gold Medallion Book Award of the ECPA. More information about Steve’s books and daily radio program may be found at www.thenarrowpath.com. |
| ISBN-10 | 1401678300 |
| ISBN-13 | 9781401678302 |
| Release Date | Nov 5, 2013 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.6700 |
| Height | 8.38 |
| Width | 5.50 |
| Length | 336 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
All You Want to Know About the Bible in Pop Culture Finding Our Creator in Superheroes, Prince Charming, and Other Modern Marvels
$16.44 USD $16.99 USD
Somehow, it’s hard to picture pop culture and Christianity going hand-in-hand, but maybe we simply aren't looking at things the right way. All You Want to Know About the Bible in Pop Culture reveals places where readers may be surprised to find redeeming values and gospel messages in today’s movies, music, popular TV shows, and much more!
When you look closely, past the outrageous outfits and the antics of teen pop-sensations, it’s easy to see that from the big screen to the small screen and right down to the radio waves, God and His stories are still prevalent in pop culture today. There are movies and television shows that speak eternal truth, reality show families who represent believers well, even fictional Christians portrayed in a positive light. And if you listen closely, musicians are still conversing with God as the original songwriters of the Bible did. For the reader searching for meaning in media today, All You Want to Know About the Bible in Pop Culture is the perfect choice.
Features include:
- Fun Bible-based facts and trivia questions
- Examples of biblical messages from current TV shows, films, and pop songs
- A casual and engaging resource
| Contributor(s) | Kevin Harvey |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Kevin Harvey Kevin Harvey has spent the last twelve years as an editor and writer in Christian publishing, including writing and self-publishing his first book--Jonah, John, and the Second Greatest (but Most Avoided) Commandment. However, he has spent much longer immersing himself in pop culture, especially during the summer movie season. If he's not reading, writing, or watching the latest superhero movie, he's probably out running, training for his next race. |
| ISBN-10 | 0718005511 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780718005511 |
| Release Date | Mar 24, 2015 |
| Weight (lbs) | 1.0000 |
| Height | 9.00 |
| Width | 6.00 |
| Length | 240 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
All You Want to Know But Didn't Think You Could Ask Religions, Cults, and Popular Beliefs
$18.69 USD $19.99 USD
Everything teens and young adults need to know about world religions and philosophies in one convenient book! As our global world becomes smaller, we encounter more religions and popular beliefs than we ever have before. This book from a high school religion teacher and a professor of religion clarifies the founding, history, practices, and beliefs of forty groups. Each chapter puts the group in context and explains how the religion is similar to or different from Christianity. No other book covers such a wide range of topics from Islam, Shamanism, and Mormonism, to atheism, vampirism, and astrology.
Features include:
- Charts and tables for easy comparison of different religious beliefs and practices
- Coverage of world religions, new religions, and religions in popular culture
- Overviews of the founding, history, and typical followers of each religion
- Written for classroom or individual study
| Contributor(s) | Jessica Tinklenberg deVega , Christine Ortega Gaurkee |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Jessica Tinklenberg deVega Jessica Tinklenberg deVega is Assistant Professor of Religion at Morningside College (Sioux City, IA). She has a Ph.D. in Religion from Florida State University, a Master of Divinity from United Seminary (Dayton, OH), and a BA in Religion and Education from Eckerd College (St. Petersburg, FL). She has twelve years of experience teaching world religions, biblical studies, and ancient languages to both high school and college students. Christine Ortega Gaurkee Christine Ortega Gaurkee was born and raised in Florida. She earned her undergraduate degree in Religion at Florida Southern College and a Masters in Theological Studies from Emory University. Christy has nine years experience teaching world religions, religion and popular culture, and ethics to high school students at Berkley Prepatory Academy in Tampa, FL. Christy is married, has a little girl, and is earning a Master’s degree in Counseling and School Psychology. |
| ISBN-10 | 1418549177 |
| ISBN-13 | 9781418549176 |
| Release Date | Feb 21, 2012 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.7200 |
| Height | 8.00 |
| Width | 5.10 |
| Length | 320 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Who It's For | Teen Boy 13-17, Teen Girl 13-17 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Altar Ego Becoming Who God Says You Are
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
You are NOT who you think you are. In fact, according to bestselling author Craig Groeschel in Altar Ego, you need to take your idea of your own identity, lay it down on the altar, and sacrifice it. Give it to God. Offer it up.
Why? Because you are who God says you are. And until you’ve sacrificed your broken concept of your identity, you won’t become who you are meant to be.
When we place our false labels and self-deception on the altar of God’s truth, we discover who we really are as his sons and daughters. Instead of an outward-driven, approval-based ego, we learn to live with an “altar” ego, God’s vision of who we are becoming.
Discover how to trade in your broken ego and unleash your altar ego to become a living sacrifice. Once we know our true identity and are growing in our Christ-like character, then we can behave accordingly, with bold behavior, bold prayers, bold words, and bold obedience.
Altar Ego reveals who God says you are, and then calls you to live up to it.
| Contributor(s) | Craig Groeschel |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Craig Groeschel New York Times bestselling author Craig Groeschelis the founding and senior pastor of LifeChurch.tv, a pacesetting multicampus church and creators of the popular and free YouVersion Bible App. He is the author of several books, including Fight, Altar Ego, Soul Detox, Weird, The Christian Atheist, and It. Craig, his wife, Amy, and their six children live in Edmond, Oklahoma. |
| UPC | 025986333836 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310333830 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310333838 |
| Publish Date | Feb 25, 2014 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.6400 |
| Height | 8.00 |
| Width | 6.13 |
| Length | 240 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Amazing Grace: God's Pursuit, Our Response Second Edition
$17.42 USD $17.99 USD
About Amazing Grace
The doctrine of God’s grace has sparked some heated controversies in the history of the Christian church. What are dispensations of grace? Is grace really irresistible? In Amazing Grace noted theologian Timothy George looks at some of these debated questions. Grounded in Scripture, his insights continually draw the reader back to the fundamental truth of God’s free and sovereign favor to ill-deserving sinners.
Originally written to address the “Calvinism controversy” brewing within the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), this study was used in thousands of churches and study groups throughout the SBC and beyond. Now this popular primer on the basic themes of Reformed theology has been updated and expanded. Though written from George's Southern Baptist perspective, the book’s irenic tone appeals to a wide audience and shows how sound Reformed theology has taken root within several Reformation traditions.
Author
Timothy George is the founding dean of Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School, where he teaches theology and church history. He serves as general editor for Reformation Commentary on Scripture and has written more than twenty books. His textbook Theology of the Reformers is the standard textbook on Reformation theology in many schools and seminaries.
Endorsements
“Reading this wonderful book resembles exploring a spiritual treasure trove. You encounter one sparkling insight after another regarding God’s marvelous grace. In accessible prose Timothy George helps us to understand better just how amazing God’s sovereign grace actually is. The book’s message will instruct, encourage, and refresh your Christian life. After all, God’s sovereign grace is a worthy subject for our daily reflection and most profound meditation.”
John D. Woodbridge, Research Professor, Church History and History of Christian Thought, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
“Amazing Grace by Timothy George is an amazing little book! It is biblical and practical, theological and missional. It delves into the mystery of divine sovereignty and human responsibility, providing wonderful insight while also allowing the tensions of Scripture to remain. I was blessed by the book the first time I read it. I enjoyed this edition even more.”
Daniel L. Akin, President, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
“It is hard to be simultaneously boring and polarizing, but the Calvinism/Arminianism debates typically are both. The arguments are often filled with the kind of ‘bitter jealousy’ and ‘selfish ambition,’ the Scriptures identify as ‘demonic.’ Timothy George’s Amazing Grace is different. In this book, a world-renowned Christian scholar walks through the biblical texts about God’s purpose of grace in a way that is honest, easy to understand, and charitable to those who disagree. Whether you are a Calvinist, an Arminian, or somewhere in between, you’ll learn something from this book. You’ll also see modeled how to converse with those who disagree with you. And, more than all that, you’ll put the book down at the end and worship our love-driven, grace-filled God. This is the best book on God’s grace in print today.”
Russell D. Moore, President, The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission; author, Onward
“Biblically faithful, historically well informed, and irenic in tone, this wise work from the pen of Timothy George is a sure guide for anyone perplexed about questions of divine sovereignty, grace, and human responsibility. Highly recommended!”
Graham A. Cole, Dean and Vice President of Education and Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
“Historically informed, timely in its application, and gracious in spirit, George has given us a biblically-based and theologically-formed treatment of the amazing grace of God in the salvation of men and women. This lucid and readable work will be beneficial for many, especially those who struggle with the tensions involved in God’s initiative in our salvation and our response to God’s abounding grace for sinners. I am pleased to recommend this insightful treatment of this important theme, which will be particularly helpful to pastors, church leaders, and church study groups.”
David S. Dockery, President, Trinity International University
“Amazing Grace is a gracious and graceful defense of the doctrines of grace. Although this book began its life as a piece dedicated to helping Southern Baptists understand the dispute between Calvinists and non-Calvinists in their denomination, it should help anyone appreciate why the apprehension of God’s grace must be absolutely central to Christian life and worship. May many, by God’s grace, read it and adopt its wise and irenic posture to the various controversies that a biblically faithful affirmation of grace can arouse.”
Mark Talbot, Associate Professor of Philosophy, Wheaton College
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| Category: | Theology |
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| Format: | Paperback |
| Page Count: | 152 |
| ISBN-10: | 1-4335-1548-2 |
| ISBN-13: | 978-1-4335-1548-4 |
| Size: | 5.25 in x 8.0 in |
| Weight: | 6.0 ounces |
| Published: | January 31, 2011 |
Amazing Truths How Science and the Bible Agree
$17.94 USD $18.99 USD
Does science discredit the Bible, God, religious faith? Absolutely not, says Dr. Michael Guillen, former Harvard physics instructor and Emmy-winning ABC News Science Editor. In Amazing Truths, he uses his entertaining, down-to-earth storytelling skills to reveal ten astonishing truths affirmed by both ancient Scripture and modern science that answer some of our biggest questions: Can faith really move mountains? Does absolute truth exist? Are humans truly unique? Is it possible to communicate with God? How much about the universe do we actually know? How could Jesus have been fully man and fully God?
In Amazing Truths, Dr. Guillen explains that faith is not some outdated way of thinking. Faith is a necessary part of science, Christianity, and any intelligent, comprehensive, coherent worldview – vastly more powerful than even logic.
Amazing Truths will expand your mind and bolster your faith. You will see for yourself what Dr. Guillen, a theoretical physicist and devout Christian, has discovered in a lifetime of serious exploration—that science and faith are not at odds. In fact, they’re the ultimate power couple.
| Contributor(s) | Michael Guillen |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Michael Guillen Dr. Michael Guillen, former ABC News Science Editor and Harvard physics instructor, is host of the History Channel's Where Did It Come From? and producer of the award-winning family movie Little Red Wagon. He's also a bestselling author, columnist, and popular speaker. He is president of Spectacular Science Productions Inc., and Filmanthropy Media Incorporated. For more on Dr. Guillen go to www.michaelguillen.com. |
| UPC | 025986343750 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310343755 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310343752 |
| Publish Date | Feb 9, 2016 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.3920 |
| Height | 8.00 |
| Width | 5.38 |
| Length | 208 |
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| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
America: The Last Best Hope (Volume III) From the Collapse of Communism to the Rise of Radical Islam
$16.44 USD $16.99 USD
America began to breathe easy at the close of the Cold War and loosened its grip on the fear of nuclear confrontation for the first time since World War Two. Peace was palpable, but in retrospect the years between 1988 and 2008 were as rocky as they were uncertain. Turbulence, not tranquility, marked the turn of the century: the war on drugs, race riots, values debates, deep economic shifts, and the growing threat of terrorism on U.S. soil that would tragically play out on September 11, 2001.
| Contributor(s) | William J. Bennett |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
William J. Bennett Dr. William J. Bennett is one of America’s most influential and respected voices on cultural, political, and educational issues. Host of the top-ten nationally syndicated radio shows, “Bill Bennett’s Morning in America,” he is also the Distinguished Fellow of the American Strategy Group. He is the author and editor of more than twenty-five books, and lives near Washington, DC. |
| ISBN-10 | 1595554289 |
| ISBN-13 | 9781595554284 |
| Release Date | Oct 11, 2011 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.7400 |
| Height | 8.40 |
| Width | 5.5 |
| Length | 352 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
An Essential Guide to Public Speaking Serving Your Audience with Faith, Skill, and Virtue
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
An Essential Guide to Public Speaking
Serving Your Audience with Faith, Skill, and Virtue
About
'For a long time I have been looking for a short, inspiring book that not only talks about the skills of effective speaking but also revives the art of public speaking as a virtuous practice. An Essential Guide to Public Speaking does just that.'--Mary Albert Darling,
As followers of the Word in the information/media age, all Christian students need education in becoming more effective communicators who also embody biblical values. Unfortunately, apart from homiletics texts, there is little available on the art and craft of public speaking from a Christian perspective. And many public speaking textbooks are overly technical for the average college student. An Essential Guide to Public Speaking fills this gap, providing a brief and accessible yet content-rich textbook for use in public speaking courses at Christian colleges and universities.
Quentin Schultze calls readers to become servant speakers who serve audiences as neighbors, embody Christian virtues, and present technically well-crafted speeches. Topics covered in the book include the biblical value of effective communication, overcoming challenges to speaking, the importance of listening and research, speaking truthfully, and discourse in the public arena. The book is also filled with servant speaking tips and includes several helpful and practical appendices. Students who practice the guidelines in this book will be equipped with both helpful skills and an understanding of a Christian ethos on public speaking. While designed primarily for college courses, this book is also suitable as an ancillary text for seminary preaching courses.
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- 9780801031519
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- Pub. Date
- Jul 2006
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- $14.99
- Number of pages
- 112
An Exploration of Christian Theology
$28.60 USD $36.99 USD
An Exploration of Christian Theology
About
Beginning theology students often find themselves bewildered by a maze of beliefs represented in Christian history and tradition. Don Thorsen’s An Exploration of Christian Theology unravels the knots of theology by exploring the whole Christian tradition in a simple and straightforward way.
Beginning with introductory chapters on theology, revelation, and authority, this book deals with biblical teaching and Christian tradition related to such topics as God, creation, sin, Jesus Christ, salvation, and eschatology. Chapters conclude with helpful questions for further reflection and discussion and a convenient glossary of theological terms is included.
This is an excellent introduction to Christian theology for classroom or individual use.
Contents Introduction • Theology • Revelation • Authority • Scripture God • Nature of God • Trinity • Knowledge of God • Works of God Creation • Creation • Providence and Evil Humanity • Humanity and the Image of God • Nature of Humanity Sin • Problem of Sin • Nature of Sin • Jesus Christ • Nature of Jesus Christ Incarnation • Works of Jesus Christ • Holy Spirit • Nature of the Holy Spirit • Works of the Holy Spirit Salvation • Divine Initiation and Human Response • Salvation: Becoming a Christian • Salvation: Being a Christian • Christian Spirituality Church • Church • Ministry • Means of Grace and the Sacraments Eschatology • Eschatology • Heaven and Hell Epilogue Index
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- 9780801030901
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- 7 x 9.25
- Pub. Date
- Jun 2015
- SRP
- $34.99
- Number of pages
- 480
An Index to the Revised Bauer-Arndt-Gingrich Greek Lexicon
$24.38 USD $24.99 USD
This revised edition of Alsop's Index brings up to date a proven and valuable reference tool for translators, ministers, and students of New Testament Greek. The first edition was first produced by Wycliffe Bible Translators as an index to the entries in the Bauer-Arndt-Gingrich Greek Lexicon (BAG) and later published by Zondervan. Now that the second edition of BAG by Gingrich and Danker has appeared, the Index has also been completely revised and set in Greek type. Greek professors recommend the new Index because of these salient features: - Readable Greek type saves time for scholars and students. - Proficient students can double their speed in locating references in BAG. - Aids beginning students in learning to use BAG for careful exegesis. - Quickly locates the exact quadrant of the BAG page where the word and reference are treated. - English gloss gives quick reference to the general meaning of words. - Tells at a glance how BAG classifies a particular occurrence of frequently used words. - Eliminates laborious, line-by-line searching for references in BAG. - Highlights nuances of meaning for certain words by giving multiple references to BAG.
| Contributor(s) | John R. Alsop |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
John R. Alsop John R. Alsop has been working with Wycliffe Bible Translators and the Summer Institute of Linguistics since 1958. He was Field Director in Mexico from 1972 to 1980 and is now Director of International Relations. |
| UPC | 025986440312 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310440319 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310440314 |
| Publish Date | Jun 9, 1981 |
| Weight (lbs) | 1.4000 |
| Height | 9 |
| Width | 6 |
| Length | 536 |
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| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
An Interpretive Lexicon of New Testament Greek Analysis of Prepositions, Adverbs, Particles, Relative Pronouns, and Conjunctions
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
This Interpretive Lexicon has two primary functions aimed at facilitating the exegetical and translational task, namely as a lexicon and also as an interpretive handbook. First, this book lists the vast majority of Greek prepositions, adverbs, particles, relative pronouns, conjunctions, and other connecting words that are notorious for being some of the most difficult words to translate. For each word included, page references are given for several major lexical resources where the user can quickly go to examine the nuances and parameters of the word for translation options. This book will save considerable time for students of the Greek New Testament text. For example, for the Greek preposition en (occurs 2,750 times in the New Testament) covers four pages of small print in the Bauer-Danker lexicon (BDAG). But Interpretive Lexicon digests those pages in just a few lines, with the page numbers and section references given for A Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament and Other Early Christian Literature, 3rd Edition (BDAG, ’00) and 2nd Edition (BAGD, ’79), Greek Grammar Beyond the Basics (Daniel B. Wallace), and Prepositions and Theology in the Greek New Testament (Murray J. Harris). Thus, the translation options can be analyzed quickly. For words with a lower frequency of occurrence and fewer translation options, this book may be sufficient in itself as a lexicon.
Secondly, these prepositions, conjunctions, adverbs, and connecting words in Greek, as in every language, function as explicit discourse-level markers that are essential for ascertaining the main point(s) of a passage. Therefore, this Interpretive Lexicon also evaluates the discourse function(s) of each word that is defined and catalogued, and categorizes its semantic range into defined logical relationships. This feature of the lexicon adds an interpretive element, since translation must include interpretation, at least on a linguistic level. For example, en may be translated in many ways, but those ways are categorized broadly in this book into relationships such as locative (in, among, on), means-end (with, by), grounds (because, on account of), temporal (while, at), and so on. This interpretive feature of the book is tremendously helpful for the exegetical process, allowing for the translator to closely follow the logical flow of the text with greater efficiency. This Interpretive Lexicon is thus a remarkable resource for student, pastor, and scholar alike.
| Contributor(s) | Gregory K. Beale , Daniel Joseph Brendsel , William A. Ross |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Gregory K. Beale Gregory K. Beale (PhD, University of Cambridge) is J. Gresham Machen Chair of New Testatment, Proferssor of New Testament and Bible Theology at Wheaton College Graduate School. William A. Ross William A. Ross is a doctoral student at the University of Cambridge. |
| UPC | 025986494117 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310494117 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310494119 |
| Publish Date | Oct 28, 2014 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.6500 |
| Height | 8.00 |
| Width | 5.25 |
| Length | 96 |
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| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
An Introduction to the New Testament
$34.12 USD $44.99 USD
An Introduction to the New Testament focuses on 'special introduction' that is historical questions dealing with authorship, date, sources, purpose, destination, and so forth. This approach stands in contrast to recent texts that concentrate more on literary form, rhetorical criticism, and historical parallels—topics the authors don’t minimize, but instead think are better given extended treatment in exegesis courses. By refocusing on the essentials, An Introduction to the New Testament ensures that the New Testament books will be accurately understood within historical settings. For each New Testament document, the authors also provide a substantial summary of that book’s content, discuss the book’s theological contribution to the overall canon, and give an account of current studies on that book, including recent literary and social-science approaches to interpretation. This second edition reflects significant revision and expansion from the original, making this highly acclaimed text even more valuable. • A new chapter provides a historical survey examining Bible study method through the ages. • The chapter on Paul has been expanded to include an analysis of debates on the “new perspective.” • The discussion of New Testament epistles has been expanded to form a new chapter. This new edition will help a new generation of students better grasp the message of the New Testament.
| Contributor(s) | D. A. Carson , Douglas J. Moo |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
D. A. Carson D. A. Carson (PhD, Cambridge University) is research professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois, where he has taught since 1978. He is co-founder (with Tim Keller) of the Gospel Coalition, and has written or edited nearly 60 books. He has served as a pastor and is an active guest lecturer in church and academic settings around the world. Douglas J. Moo Douglas J. Moo (PhD, University of St. Andrews) is the Kenneth T. Wessner Professor of New Testament at Wheaton College. His work centers on understanding the text of the New Testament and its application today. He has written extensively in several commentary series, including the NIV Application Commentary, Pillar Commentary, Tyndale New Testament Commentary, and the New International Commentary on the New Testament. |
| UPC | 025986238599 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310238595 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310238591 |
| Publish Date | Aug 23, 2005 |
| Weight (lbs) | 2.6000 |
| Height | 9.5 |
| Width | 7.63 |
| Length | 784 |
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| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Language | English |
An Introduction to the Old Testament Historical Books
$27.22 USD $34.99 USD
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Rich rewards await readers who dig deep into the historical books of the Old Testament. Incredible events, amazing love stories, larger-than-life personalities, and deep theological themes are just some of the treasures found in Joshua, Judges, Ruth, 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 & 2 Kings, 1 & 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther.
These books tell the story of the nation of Israel and the God who loves her, punishes her, and always brings this recalcitrant people back to Himself. It is really the story of all of us.
David M. Howard Jr. provides an in-depth introduction to the Old Testament historical books, focusing first on the overarching themes of historical narrative in general. He then turns his attention to each book, considering topics like:
- Authorship and date
- Place in the canon
- Historical and cultural context
- Theology of the book
- Special issues pertaining to the book
From the conquest of Canaan to the fall of Jerusalem, from war to peace and back to war, from kings and queens to farmers and housewives—David Howard covers it all in this invaluable introduction to the Old Testament historical books.
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An Introduction to the Old Testament Poetic Books
$26.53 USD $33.99 USD
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The poetic books of the Old Testament—Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon—are often called humankind's reach toward God. The other books of the Old Testament picture God's reach toward man through the redemptive story. Yet these five books reveal the very heart of men and women struggling with monumental issues such as suffering, sin, forgiveness, joy, worship, and the passionate love between a man and woman.
C. Hassell Bullock, a noted Old Testament scholar, delves deep into the hearts of the five poetic books, offering readers helpful details, like:
- Hermeneutical considerations for each book
- Theological content and themes
- Detailed analyses of each book
- Cultural perspectives.
Hebrew is a language of "intrinsic musical quality that naturally supports poetic expression," says Bullock in his introduction. That poetic expression comes from the heart of the Old Testament writers and reaches all of us exactly where we are in our own struggles and joys.
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An Introduction to the Old Testament Second Edition
$30.67 USD $39.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Tremper Longman III , Raymond B. Dillard |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Tremper Longman III Tremper Longman III (PhD, Yale University) is the Robert H. Gundry Professor of Biblical Studies and the chair of the Religious Studies department at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, California, where he lives with his wife, Alice. He is the Old Testament editor for the revised Expositor's Bible Commentary and general editor for the Story of God Bible Commentary Old Testament and has authored many articles and books on the Psalms and other Old Testament books. Raymond B. Dillard The late Raymond B. Dillard (PhD, Dropsie University) was professor of Old Testament language and literature at Westminster Theological Seminary. |
| UPC | 025986263416 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310263417 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310263418 |
| Publish Date | Nov 28, 2006 |
| Weight (lbs) | 2.3500 |
| Height | 9.50 |
| Width | 7.63 |
| Length | 528 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Language | English |
An Old Testament Theology An Exegetical, Canonical, and Thematic Approach
$37.57 USD $49.99 USD
| Contributor(s) | Bruce K. Waltke , Charles Yu |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Bruce K. Waltke Bruce K. Waltke (PhD, Dallas Theological Seminary; PhD, Harvard Divinity School), acknowledged to be one of the outstanding contemporary Old Testament scholars, is professor of Old Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida, and professor emeritus of biblical studies at Regent College in Vancouver. He has authored and coauthored numerous books, commentaries, and articles, and contributed to dictionaries and encyclopedias. Charles Yu Charles Yu is currently pursuing doctoral studies in the Department of Hebrew and Semitics at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. |
| UPC | 025986218973 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310218977 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310218975 |
| Publish Date | Oct 11, 2007 |
| Weight (lbs) | 4.1000 |
| Height | 9.63 |
| Width | 7.63 |
| Length | 1024 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Language | English |
Ancient Christian Worship Early Church Practices in Social, Historical, and Theological Perspective
$24.98 USD $29.99 USD
Ancient Christian Worship
Early Church Practices in Social, Historical, and Theological Perspective
About
An Important Study on the Worship of the Early Church
This introduction to the origins of Christian worship illuminates the importance of ancient liturgical patterns for contemporary Christian practice. Andrew McGowan, a leading scholar of early Christian liturgy, takes a fresh approach to understanding how Christians came to worship in the distinctive forms still familiar today. Deftly and expertly processing the bewildering complexity of the ancient sources into lucid, fluent exposition, he sets aside common misperceptions to explore the roots of Christian ritual practices--including the Eucharist, baptism, communal prayer, preaching, Scripture reading, and music--in their earliest recoverable settings. Students of Christian worship and theology as well as pastors and church leaders will value this work.
Contents
1. Introduction: The Origins of Christian Worship
2. Meal: Banquet and Eucharist
3. Word: Reading and Preaching
4. Music: Song and Dance
5. Initiation: Baptism, Anointing, and Foot Washing
6. Prayer: Hours, Ways, and Texts
7. Time: Feasts and Fasts
Epilogue: The Making of Christian Worship
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- 9780801097874
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- 6 x 9
- Pub. Date
- Jan 2016
- SRP
- $29.99
- Number of pages
- 320
Ancient Israel's History An Introduction to Issues and Sources
$32.57 USD $44.99 USD
Ancient Israel's History
An Introduction to Issues and Sources
About
The history of Israel is a much-debated topic in Old Testament studies. On one side are minimalists who find little of historical value in the Hebrew Bible. On the other side are those who assume the biblical text is a precise historical record. Many serious students of the Bible find themselves between these two positions and would benefit from a careful exploration of issues in Israelite history.
This substantive history of Israel textbook values the Bible's historical contribution without overlooking critical issues and challenges. Featuring the latest scholarship, the book introduces students to the current state of research on issues relevant to the study of ancient Israel. The editors and contributors, all top biblical scholars and historians, discuss historical evidence in a readable manner, using both canonical and chronological lenses to explore Israelite history.
Illustrative items, such as maps and images, visually support the book's content. Tables and sidebars are also included.
Contents
Preface Bill T. Arnold and Richard S. Hess
Introduction: Foundations for a History of Israel Richard S. Hess
1. The Genesis Narratives Bill T. Arnold
2. The Exodus and Wilderness Narratives James K. Hoffmeier
3. Covenant and Treaty in the Hebrew Bible and in the Ancient Near East Samuel Greengus
4. Early Israel and Its Appearance in Canaan Lawson G. Stone
5. The Judges and the Early Iron Age Robert D. Miller II
6. The Story of Samuel, Saul, and David Daniel Bodi
7. United Monarchy: Archaeology and Literary Sources Steven M. Ortiz
8. The Biblical Prophets in Historiography James K. Mead
9. Late Tenth- and Ninth-Century Issues: Ahab Underplayed? Jehoshaphat Overplayed? Kyle Greenwood
10. Eighth-Century Issues: The World of Jeroboam II, the Fall of Samaria, and the Reign of Hezekiah Sandra Richter
11. Judah in the Seventh Century: From the Aftermath of Sennacherib's Invasion to the Beginning of Jehoiakim's Rebellion Brad E. Kelle
12. Sixth-Century Issues Peter van der Veen
13. Fifth- and Fourth-Century Issues: Governorship and Priesthood in Jerusalem André Lemaire
14. The Hellenistic Period David A. deSilva
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- 9780801039300
- Dimensions
- 6 x 9
- Pub. Date
- Nov 2014
- SRP
- $44.99
- Number of pages
- 560
Ancient Near Eastern Thought and the Old Testament Introducing the Conceptual World of the Hebrew Bible
$24.98 USD $29.99 USD
Ancient Near Eastern Thought and the Old Testament
Introducing the Conceptual World of the Hebrew Bible
About
In the main body of the text, Walton offers a thoughtful introduction to ancient Near Eastern literature and the 'common cognitive environment' that it provides for understanding the world of ancient Israel. After surveying types of literature, he considers the perspectives they offer on beliefs about gods, religion, the cosmos, people, and history. Throughout his study, helpful comparative sidebars focus on Old Testament interpretation to illumine the continuities and discontinuities between the Israelites and their neighbors.
This study provides an excellent introduction to the field of comparative studies and will be an important guide for students, scholars, and clergy who want to make use of extrabiblical resources to enrich their understanding of ancient Israel and its scriptures.
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- 9780801027505
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- 6 x 9
- Pub. Date
- Dec 2006
- SRP
- $27.99
- Number of pages
- 368
Ancient Texts for New Testament Studies A Guide to the Background Literature
$37.58 USD $40.00 USD
Ancient Texts for New Testament Studies
A Guide to the Background Literature
About
1. The Old Testament Apocrypha
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- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780801048425
- Dimensions
- 6 x 9
- Pub. Date
- Dec 2011
- SRP
- $40.00
- Number of pages
- 576
And He Dwelt Among Us Teachings from the Gospel of John
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
And He Dwelt Among Us
Teachings from the Gospel of John
About
Many Christians are familiar with the prophetic voice of Tozer, but few living today were blessed to sit under his weekly teaching from the pulpit. The Gospel of John was Tozer's favorite book of the Bible, and the focus of these writings (adapted from sermons given to his parishioners) is the Incarnation and what it means for believers' lives. Christ came down to earth to lift men and women up into the heavenlies. No other New Testament writer, not even the amazing apostle Paul, presents Christ with a passion equal to John's, whom Jesus called the Beloved. Tozer captures the spirit of John and presents his winsome and enthralling portrait of Christ, challenging readers to discover a fresh and overwhelming desire for Him. Readers will be captivated anew by the One we call Lord.
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- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780764216145
- Dimensions
- 5.5 x 8.5
- Pub. Date
- Sep 2009
- SRP
- $14.99
- Number of pages
- 224
And the Angels Were Silent The Final Week of Jesus
$15.69 USD $15.99 USD
You can tell a lot about a person by the way he dies.
In the last week of his life, Jesus deliberately sets his face toward Jerusalem—and certain death. This is no ordinary week. Even the angels are silent as they ponder the final days of Jesus Christ.
This is no ordinary walk. Jesus doesn't chatter. He doesn't pause. He is on his final journey.
He walks determinedly to the holy city, angrily into the temple, wearily into Gethsemane, painfully up the Via Dolorosa. And powerfully out of the vacated tomb.
Master storyteller and best-selling author Max Lucado invites you: 'Let's follow Jesus on his final journey. For by observing his, we may learn how to make ours. And discover what matters to God.'
| Contributor(s) | Max Lucado |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Max Lucado More than 120 million readers have found inspiration and encouragement in the writings of Max Lucado. He lives with his wife, Denalyn, and their mischievous mutt, Andy, in San Antonio, Texas, where he serves the people of Oak Hills Church. |
| ISBN-10 | 0849947510 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780849947513 |
| Release Date | Sep 3, 2013 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.5000 |
| Height | 8.38 |
| Width | 5.4 |
| Length | 240 |
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| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Angels
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
Yes, angels are real. They are not the product of your imagination.
“If we had open spiritual eyes we would see not only a world filled with evil spirits and powers—but also powerful angels with drawn swords, set for our defense.”
—Billy Graham
Dr. Graham lifts the veil between the visible and the invisible world to give us an eye-opening account of these behind-the-scenes agents. This best-selling classic records the experiences of Dr. Graham and others who are convinced that at moments of special need they have been attended by angels. With keen insight and conviction, Dr. Graham affirms that:
- God's invisible hosts are better organized than any of the armies of man—or Satan.
- Angels 'think, feel, will, and display emotions.'
- Angels guide, comfort, and provide for people in the midst of suffering and persecution.
- At death, the faithful will be ushered by angels into the presence of God.
| Contributor(s) | Billy Graham |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Billy Graham Billy Graham, the world-renowned author, preacher, and evangelist, has delivered the gospel message to more people face-to-face than anyone in history and has ministered on every continent of the world. Millions have read his inspirational classics, including Angels, The Secret of Happiness, Peace with God, The Holy Spirit, Hope for the Troubled Heart, and How to be Born Again. |
| UPC | 023755026170 |
| ISBN-10 | 0849910595 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780849910593 |
| Release Date | Nov 23, 2011 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.4600 |
| Height | 8.3 |
| Width | 5.4 |
| Length | 194 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Angels
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
Yes, angels are real. They are not the product of your imagination.
“If we had open spiritual eyes we would see not only a world filled with evil spirits and powers—but also powerful angels with drawn swords, set for our defense.”
—Billy Graham
Dr. Graham lifts the veil between the visible and the invisible world to give us an eye-opening account of these behind-the-scenes agents. This best-selling classic records the experiences of Dr. Graham and others who are convinced that at moments of special need they have been attended by angels. With keen insight and conviction, Dr. Graham affirms that:
- God's invisible hosts are better organized than any of the armies of man—or Satan.
- Angels 'think, feel, will, and display emotions.'
- Angels guide, comfort, and provide for people in the midst of suffering and persecution.
- At death, the faithful will be ushered by angels into the presence of God.
| Contributor(s) | Billy Graham |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Billy Graham Billy Graham, world-renowned preacher, evangelist, and author has delivered the gospel message to more people face-to-face than anyone in history and has ministered on every continent of the world in more than 185 countries. Millions have read his inspirational classics, including Angels, Peace with God, The Holy Spirit, Hope for the Troubled Heart, How to Be Born Again, The Journey, Nearing Home, and The Reason For My Hope. |
| ISBN-10 | 0849942144 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780849942143 |
| Release Date | Apr 11, 2000 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.4000 |
| Height | 8.50 |
| Width | 5.50 |
| Length | 192 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Angels Elect and Evil
$16.44 USD $16.99 USD
Product Description
What are angels like? How many kinds are there? Are mental disorders caused by their influence? Long favored by scholars, this classic has now been rewritten to give us accessible scriptural answers to our questions about the spirit world.Product Details
Another Gospel Cults, Alternative Religions, and the New Age Movement
$22.88 USD $24.99 USD
A comprehensive survey of major alternative religions in the United States, including new groups since the 1960s Crystals, shamans, guided imagery, healing meditation—why have these New Age practices been so eagerly accepted by so many North Americans? Why were Mormonism, Christian Science, and Baha’i so warmly welcomed earlier? Another Gospel explains how these and other alternative religious movements appear to meet people’s needs. Ruth Tucker’s overview illumines the personalities whose alleged revelations spawned historical heresies in all the major cults in the United States. She highlights important controversies within each movement as it aims for religious respectability. She pinpoints how the doctrines and practices of a dozen contemporary groups—as well as the New Age Movement—deviate from orthodox Christianity and shows how to reach out to cult members. Appendices describe lesser-known cults, such as Swedenborgianism and Rosicrucianism, and provide cults’ statements of belief.
| Contributor(s) | Ruth A. Tucker |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Ruth A. Tucker Ruth A. Tucker (PhD, Northern Illinois University) has taught mission studies and church history at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and Calvin Theological Seminary. She is the author of dozens of articles and eighteen books, including the award-winning From Jerusalem to Irian Jaya. Visit her website at www.RuthTucker.com. |
| UPC | 025986259372 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310259371 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310259374 |
| Publish Date | Apr 22, 2004 |
| Weight (lbs) | 1.3200 |
| Height | 9.25 |
| Width | 6.13 |
| Length | 464 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Answering Islam, 2nd Edition The Crescent in Light of the Cross
$19.94 USD $22.99 USD
Answering Islam, 2nd Edition
The Crescent in Light of the Cross
About
What are the fundamental beliefs of Islam and how can Christians respond to them?
Answering Islam evaluates the claims of orthodox Islam and examines the evidence for the Christian counterclaim, preparing you with strong apologetic answers. This revised edition contains more resources and updated information throughout.
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- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780801064302
- Dimensions
- 6 x 9
- Pub. Date
- Aug 2002
- SRP
- $22.99
- Number of pages
- 368
Answering Jihad A Better Way Forward
$14.94 USD $14.99 USD
From New York Times bestselling author and former Muslim Nabeel Qureshi comes this personal, challenging, and respectful answer to the many questions surrounding jihad, the rise of ISIS, and Islamic terrorism.
San Bernardino was the most lethal terror attack on American soil since 9/11, and it came on the heels of a coordinated assault on Paris. There is no question that innocents were slaughtered in the name of Allah and in the way of jihad, but do the terrorists’ actions actually reflect the religion of Islam? The answer to this question is more pressing than ever, as waves of Muslim refugees arrive in the West seeking shelter from the violent ideology of ISIS.
Setting aside speculations and competing voices, what really is jihad? How are we to understand jihad in relation to our Muslim neighbors and friends? Why is there such a surge of Islamist terrorism in the world today, and how are we to respond?
In Answering Jihad, bestselling author Nabeel Qureshi (Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus) answers these questions from the perspective of a former Muslim who is deeply concerned for both his Muslim family and his American homeland.
| Contributor(s) | Nabeel Qureshi |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Nabeel Qureshi Nabeel Qureshi is a speaker with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries. He holds an MD from Eastern Virginia Medical School, an MA in Christian apologetics from Biola University, and an MA in religion from Duke University. |
| UPC | 025986531386 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310531381 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310531388 |
| Publish Date | Mar 8, 2016 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.6500 |
| Height | 8.00 |
| Width | 5.30 |
| Length | 176 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Apocalypticism in the Bible and Its World A Comprehensive Introduction
$39.31 USD $42.00 USD
Apocalypticism in the Bible and Its World
A Comprehensive Introduction
About
1. Definitions and Origins
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- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780801039782
- Dimensions
- 6 x 9
- Pub. Date
- Sep 2012
- SRP
- $42.00
- Number of pages
- 448
Apologetics for the Twenty-first Century
$17.94 USD $19.99 USD
About Apologetics for the Twenty-first Century
The vibrant and persuasive arguments of C. S. Lewis brought about a shift in the discipline of apologetics, moving the conversation from the ivory tower to the public square. The resulting strain of popular apologetics—which weaves through Lewis into twentieth-century writers like Francis Schaeffer and modern apologists like William Lane Craig, Josh McDowell, and Lee Strobel—has equipped countless believers to defend their faith against its detractors.
Apologetics for the Twenty-first Century uses Lewis’s work as the starting point for an absorbing survey of the key apologists and major arguments that inform apologetics today. Like apologists before him, Markos writes to engage Christians of all denominations as well as seekers and skeptics. His narrative, “man of letters” style and short chapters make Apologetics for the Twenty-first Century easily accessible for the general reader. But an extensive and heavily annotated bibliography, detailed timeline, list of prominent apologists, and glossary of common terms will satisfy the curiosity of the seasoned academic, as the book prepares all readers to meet the particular challenges of defending the faith today.
Author
Louis Markos (PhD, University of Michigan) is professor of English and scholar in residence at Houston Baptist University. He is the author of twelve books and has published over 120 book chapters, essays, and reviews in various magazines and journals. He lives in Houston with his wife, Donna, and their two children.
Endorsements
“Providing an overview of almost a century of Christian apologetics, Lou Markos’s volume Apologetics for the Twenty-first Century moves all the way from G. K. Chesterton and C. S. Lewis to postmodernism, the New Atheists, and former atheist Antony Flew’s newly found belief in the existence of God. Covering the relevant authors as well as their ideas and works, Markos writes in a popular, highly readable style that could be viewed as a conversational journey through each of these topics. Those interested in apologetics will find several major items of significance in this far-reaching and fast-paced text.”
Gary R. Habermas, Distinguished Research Professor and Chair, Philosophy Department, Liberty University
“This is a terrific book. I’ve read hundreds of books on the defense of the faith in recent years, and this is a stand out. Professor Markos uniquely weaves together theology, literature, history, science, and philosophy to produce a work of apologetics that is both erudite and thoroughly accessible. I enjoyed every page of it.”
Craig J. Hazen, Professor of Comparative Religion, Biola University
“It is in some ways shocking that every generation of Christians has to remind the broader culture that we in fact have arguments and reasons for our faith. But given the cultural hegemony and intellectual ubiquity of atheistic materialism and the way it has shaped our understanding of the good, the true, and the beautiful, it should not surprise us that our antagonists want to maintain that faith and reason are adversaries rather than, as John Paul II put it, ‘like two wings on which the human spirit rises to the contemplation of truth.’ Apologetics for the Twenty-first Century is a readable antidote to a conventional wisdom that is indeed conventional but not wise.”
Francis J. Beckwith, Professor of Philosophy and Church-State Studies, Baylor University; author of Defending Life: A Moral and Legal Case Against Abortion Choice
“Lou Markos has joined the top rank of commentators on the work of C. S. Lewis and is a powerful apologist for the Christian faith in his own right. His command of the two great streams of Western thought—Christianity and classics—has enabled him to develop a winsome, sophisticated, and convincing body of work.”
Robert B. Sloan Jr., President, Houston Baptist University
“Happily, the discipline of apologetics is having something of a renaissance today. In the mix, it would make no sense to neglect the considerable significance of C. S. Lewis. He brought about a great resurgence of interest in the defense of the faith. Louis Markos has done us a great service by posting Lewis’s work in dialogue with the issues of the day, some which were surely contemporaneous with the Oxford pundit and some coming to prominence a bit later, though still issues he would have enjoyed engaging. This volume will help readers see how Lewis would have dealt with the issues of our day. In the end, it will remind readers of the vitality of the claim that the Christian faith is true.”
William Edgar, Professor of Apologetics, Westminster Theological Seminary
“Louis Markos is the Platonic form of the Christian college professor. His love of the Scriptures and his broad mastery of the Western tradition of the humanities makes him the model for a new generation of apologists rising from the universities. His lectures have been a great success with students young and old at the university and with the global audience of The Teaching Company. Readers will discover he is just as delightful in print as he is when roaming the front of a classroom.”
Hunter Baker, Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences, Union University; author, The End of Secularism
“Louis Markos has proved once again that he is one of today's foremost Christian apologists. Writing with the eloquence and accessibility that characterizes the work of his mentor, C. S. Lewis, he makes the rational case for faith with potency and aplomb. Mirroring the Bible in its structure, Apologetics for the Twenty-first Century begins with an “old testament” (part 1) in which the works of those latter-day prophets, Chesterton, Lewis, and Sayers, lay the foundation for the “new testament” (part 2) in which today's apologists defy and defeat the “new atheists” and other fashionable dragons. Apologetics for the Twenty-first Century shows Markos to be a twenty-first century apologist of the first and highest order.”
Joseph Pearce, Writer in Residence and Associate Professor of Literature, Ave Maria University; author, Through Shakespeare's Eyes and Literary Converts
“Drawing on the rich resources of leading twentieth-century apologists, Louis Markos has crafted a brilliant work of Christian defense. Like Lewis and Chesterton before him, Markos uses his literary wit and scholarly precision to capture both heart and mind as he presents Christian arguments and evidences. Whether you are a skeptic, seeker, or solid believer, your faith will grow as you read this book!”
Chad V. Meister, Professor of Philosophy and Theology, Bethel College; author, Evil: A Guide for the Perplexed
Specifications
| Category: | Apologetics Academic |
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| Format: | Paperback |
| Page Count: | 272 |
| ISBN-10: | 1-4335-1448-6 |
| ISBN-13: | 978-1-4335-1448-7 |
| Size: | 6.0 in x 9.0 in |
| Weight: | 13.7 ounces |
| Published: | October 31, 2010 |
Archaeology and Bible History
$19.94 USD $22.99 USD
Joseph P. Free's Archaeology and Bible History, first published in 1950, served well an entire generation of pastors, Sunday school teachers, laypersons, and college students by summarizing the history of the Bible and shedding light on biblical events through archaeological discoveries. The author demonstrated how such data helps us understand the Bible and confirm its historical accuracy. At times he also dealt with issues of biblical interpretation and criticism, always from a historically orthodox position. When the book was withdrawn from circulation in 1976 after the fourteenth printing, many hoped for the day when it would be revised and updated. That task has now been undertaken by one of Dr. Free's former students and a biblical archaeologist in his own right, Dr. Howard Vos. He has brought the archaeological and historical material up to date and has modified earlier archaeological interpretations where necessary. The bibliography has been almost totally replaced.
| Contributor(s) | Joseph Free , Howard Vos |
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| About the Contributor(s) |
Joseph Free The late Joseph P. Free was chairman of the department of archaeology at Wheaton College, and later, professor of archaeology and history at Bemidji State College in Minnesota. He did extensive excavations of the city of Dothan and published numerous articles on issues of archaeology. Howard Vos Howard F. Vos has had a distinguished career as an expert in historical, geographical, biblical, and archeological research. A prolific author and editor, he is responsible for twenty-five books that are standards in their field, including the Wycliffe Bible Dictionary. He has traveled extensively in the Bible lands and excavated many sites in Israel. Vos is currently Emeritus Professor of History and Archaeology at The King's College in New York. |
| UPC | 025986479619 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310479614 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780310479611 |
| Publish Date | Sep 22, 1992 |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.7800 |
| Height | 9 |
| Width | 6 |
| Length | 320 |
| Length Unit | Pages |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
Archaeology and the New Testament
$41.03 USD $44.00 USD
Archaeology and the New Testament
About
'Informing, provocative, and even autobiographical and entertaining at times. . . . If you work in New Testament, then this belongs on your shelf.'--James F. Strange, Biblical Archaeologist
Veteran archaeologist John McRay sheds light on the biblical text by examining archaeological discoveries in Archeology and the New Testament. As he tours sites associated with the ministry of Jesus, the journey of Paul, and the seven churches of Revelation, he shows the pervasive influence of society, architecture, and religion on the peoples of the first century and on the New Testament. The book includes numerous maps, charts, diagrams, a glossary of terms, and more than 150 photographs that help the ancient world come alive. Now in paper.
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- Paperback
- ISBN
- 9780801036088
- Dimensions
- 7 x 10
- Pub. Date
- Feb 2008
- SRP
- $44.00
- Number of pages
- 432