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Meeting God In John
$18.99A fresh introduction to the Gospel of John:
*Get to know the character and teachings of Jesus
*Understand how John writes about eternal life
*Perfect for devotional use during Lent and EasterWhether you’re reading John’s Gospel for the first time or returning to this beloved book of the Bible, Meeting God in John helps you experience the Fourth Gospel with fresh insight and deeper spiritual understanding.
David Ford, one of the world’s most respected theologians, offers an accessible introduction to John’s Gospel that speaks to Christians at every stage of their faith journey. This inspiring guide is filled with profound insights into the character and teachings of Jesus, revealing how the Gospel of John continues to transform lives today.
Meeting God in John explores the central biblical themes of John’s Gospel–God’s love, eternal life, and the revelation of Jesus as the Son of God. Each chapter includes reflection questions for personal Bible study or small group discussion, making this an invaluable resource for Sunday school classes, discipleship groups, and individual spiritual formation.
Simple yet profound, Meeting God in John is an invitation to anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of the Gospel of John, and through it, meet the God who is revealed in Jesus Christ.
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Why Did Jesus Have To Die (Large Type)
$22.99When words fall short, the cross still speaks.
The New Testament authors didn’t settle on one meaning of the crucifixion but instead offered a dozen or more metaphors to explain how it saves, but often without a clear explanation of how Jesus’s death accomplishes the saving work they describe. Because of this vagueness, wrapping our minds around the logic and meaning of the cross can cause us to miss the full impact it can have on our daily lives.
Why Did Jesus Have to Die? is written to help make sense of the crucifixion, to listen for how God might speak to us through it, and that we might say, along with Paul, “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.” (Galatians 2:20).
In addition to the book, other study components include a Leader Guide and DVD.
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Why Did Jesus Have To Die
$21.99When words fall short, the cross still speaks.
The New Testament authors didn’t settle on one meaning of the crucifixion but instead offered a dozen or more metaphors to explain how it saves, but often without a clear explanation of how Jesus’s death accomplishes the saving work they describe. Because of this vagueness, wrapping our minds around the logic and meaning of the cross can cause us to miss the full impact it can have on our daily lives.
Why Did Jesus Have to Die? is written to help make sense of the crucifixion, to listen for how God might speak to us through it, and that we might say, along with Paul, “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.” (Galatians 2:20).
In addition to the book, other study components include a Leader Guide and DVD.
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Blessing Of A New Dawn
$29.00An expert in Jewish-Christian relations and a serious student of Scripture engages the latest scholarship to offer a succinct, informative exploration of the history that informed Christian attitudes toward Judaism, and how a new reading can lead to a richer understanding between peoples.
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Torah Mosaic : Introducing The Pentateuch In Its Complex Unity
$83.31The Pentateuch lays an important literary and theological foundation for the rest of Scripture, so it’s important that readers correctly understand its intended message. While seeing the Pentateuch’s unity, many Western readers miss its complexity and thus an aspect of its meaning. In this book, Tracy McKenzie unfolds the complex process of organization, development, and composition of these five books, which was done in a literary world different from our own. He emphasizes the composite unity of the Pentateuch while guiding readers through its discrete literary units.
This accessible and concise introduction models close reading of the text, observing elements such as genre, innerbiblical exegesis, unifying language, and literary features. McKenzie shows that it is appropriate to appreciate the Pentateuch’s complexity while maintaining faith in its unified message and divine authority. Each chapter concludes with relevant interpretive, theological, and practical insights. The aim is to sharpen readers’ powers of interpretation and to expand their comprehension of the Pentateuch’s message and theology, which the author suggests concerns God’s future people under his king’s reign and authority.
This supplemental textbook will be useful to students in Old Testament courses and will also appeal to pastors and church leaders.
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Art Of Narrative Analogy
$24.99In The Art of Narrative Analogy, Seth Postell offers a literary approach for understanding the relationship between the two Testaments, and between various biblical narratives, that is more sensitive to the verbal meaning of the Old Testament than popular typological approaches. He argues that narrative analogy–the deliberate paralleling of characters, events, and themes across biblical texts–provides a more exegetically responsible and theologically fruitful method for understanding the Bible’s unity and depth.
Drawing on extensive examples from the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament, Postell reveals how scriptural authors employ parallels to illuminate theological truths and deepen narrative coherence. From the connections between Rahab and Lot to the analogies between Jonah and the calming of the storm in Mark’s Gospel, he shows how these parallels invite readers into the Bible’s grand theological narrative. Postell also integrates illustrations from modern storytelling, such as Star Wars, to demonstrate how analogy shapes meaning in both ancient and contemporary contexts.
Postell offers clear criteria for identifying narrative analogies, and practical guidance for interpreting them, making this volume an indispensable resource for students, pastors, and church leaders.
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Mission Of God Second Edition
$64.99Tackle Key Questions from the Past Two Decades in this Fully Updated Edition
Engage with the latest scholarship on the biblical theology of mission and missional hermeneutics with Christopher J. H. Wright’s classic text-now fully revised and updated!
Most Christians would agree that the Bible provides a basis for mission. But Christopher Wright boldly maintains that there is a missional basis for the Bible itself. The entire Bible is generated by and is all about God’s mission. In order to understand the Scriptures, we need a missional hermeneutic, an interpretive perspective in sync with the beating heart of its great mission.
Wright gives us a new hermeneutical perspective on Scripture through an understanding of:
*Who God is
*What he has called his people to be and do
*How the nations fit into God’s missionIn this revised edition of The Mission of God, Wright extends his classic discussion to consider the ways that the conversation on missional hermeneutics has developed since its original publication. With fully updated citations and additional chapters focused on gospel-centered holistic mission and on the issue of election and supersessionism, this new edition addresses the questions, criticisms, and insights that have emerged during the intervening two decades.
God’s mission is to reclaim the world, and God’s people have a designated role to play. Whether you’re a pastor, scholar, or student, The Mission of God will benefit your understanding of how the Bible shapes the story and purpose of God’s peo
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Exploring Ezekiel Workbook (Workbook)
$14.99Keeping Faith When All Feels Lost
In Exploring Ezekiel, Amir Tsarfati uncovers Ezekiel’s astounding revelations about present-day Israel and the end times–and the amazing hope they offer for all God’s people today.
This companion workbook invites you to explore these themes in greater detail and discover how God is breathing life into His people once more. As you engage in this study, you will be:
*inspired by Ezekiel’s radical faith in the Lord, even when everything seems to be going wrong
*encouraged by the wonder-working power of God to conduct human history and guide His people to spiritual renewal
*emboldened to make each day count as you learn what will transpire in Earth’s last days
As you dig deeper into the historical context and the extraordinary visions of this exilic prophet who warns of impending destruction, you will be amazed by the lengths God goes to fulfill every promise He makes. This study tool will equip you with practical takeaways for keeping watch as the end grows nearer and proclaiming God’s saving power to those around you.
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Redeeming Eden : How Women In The Bible Advance The Story Of Salvation – In
$24.99Redeeming Eden stands out by highlighting the often overlooked but significant role of women in shaping redemptive history. It weaves together a cohesive narrative that demonstrates how women, despite being frequently undervalued in Ancient Near Eastern cultures, courageously initiate and advance key movements in Scripture. From Eve, who anticipates God’s redemption, to Tamar, whose boldness transforms Judah, Rahab, who saves the two spies, and many others, each chapter builds upon the next to reveal a comprehensive storyline. These women, driven by righteousness and justice, take risks and make a lasting impact without seeking recognition or acclaim.
Far from being a mere collection of stories, this book presents a compelling argument for women in ministry by simply telling the interwoven stories of intrepid women in Scripture. It challenges common misconceptions and brings these women to life within their cultural and canonical contexts, using linguistic, literary, and archaeological evidence. Through careful analysis and a readable style, it aims to correct mistaken vilification and provide a fresh perspective that is accessible to non-academic, without excluding academic, readers.
Redeeming Eden not only sheds light on the inspiring stories of these women but also underscores God’s attention to their courage and faithfulness. They are a testament to the preservation of life and the ultimate fulfillment of God’s plan through the line of the Messiah.
With relatively short chapters and a storytelling approach, Redeeming Eden offers an engaging and impactful reading experience. It is our hope that readers will be inspired by the stories of these remarkable women and gain a deeper appreciation for their significant contributions to the narrative of Scripture.
This book has everything you need for a full personal or group study experience.
*Redeeming Eden is designed for either personal study or classroom use, and it will also be an accessible resource for small groups and adult education in churches. Chapters end with reflection questions and guidance for spiritual formation.
*An individual access code to stream all video sessions online. (You don’t need to buy a DVD!)
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Early Judaism And The New Testament
$83.31The relationship between Early Judaism and the New Testament is a major issue in biblical studies, one that has impacted Jewish-Christian relations for centuries. This impact has often been negative due to troubling misconceptions of both the New Testament and Jewish writings contemporaneous with it. Misunderstandings have arisen from inaccurate information, religious traditions, and anti-Semitism.
Warren Carter and Ariel Feldman address and correct these misconceptions by engaging with the New Testament and major writings from Early Judaism, including the Apocrypha, Old Testament Pseudepigrapha, and the Dead Sea Scrolls, as well as Philo and Josephus. The authors emphasize various interactions among these traditions for the purpose of better interpreting the New Testament and, importantly, avoiding anti-Jewish bias.
This is an ideal supplemental textbook for students of the New Testament as well as interested clergy and laity. The text is straightforward and readable, and unlike other books on the topic, it does not assume prior knowledge of Early Judaism or of New Testament engagement with it. Each chapter recognizes troubling misunderstandings that people often have about the interactions between Early Judaism and the New Testament and includes discussion prompts.
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Reading The Bible
$29.99Learn how to read the Bible as literature and fall in love with God’s Word.
We all want to read the Bible verse-by-verse, cover-to-cover, but what happens when you can’t get past Leviticus or bog down and quit in Chronicles? How can you make the journey through the Bible spring to life with unforgettable characters, drama, and glittering poetry and prose?
In Reading the Bible: A Literary Guide to Scripture, Dr. Bill Creasy leads you on an unforgettable adventure book-by-book, Genesis through Revelation. Stemming from his popular course at UCLA, The English Bible as Literature, this work delves deeply into the text of the Bible, unveiling its rich literary genres and ancient Near Eastern origins. Recognized as among the top two percent of educators in the U.S., Creasy challenges the notion that the Bible is simply an anthology, instead revealing it as a collection of ‘little books’ that warrant meticulous exploration.
In this book you will learn how to:
*Read the Bible as a unified literary work
*Engage each book of the Bible in its proper literary genre
*Meet biblical characters as unique people
*Discover the subtle techniques of scriptural storytelling
*Understand the drama of redemptionWith the aim of nurturing “knowledgeable readers of Scripture” who can both comprehend and apply its teachings within their own life, Reading the Bible serves as an indispensable guide for those seeking a profound understanding of the world’s most influential text.
This book and its companion, Reading the Bible Study Guide, are perfect for group Bible study programs in churches, schools, and seminaries!
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Heaven Hell And Hope
$66.65In Heaven, Hell, and Hope, Chris Kugler presents a thorough exploration of “personal eschatology,” addressing the complex theological and biblical questions about the eternal fate of human beings. While Scripture suggests the possibility of eternal loss, Kugler argues that its most relevant texts are less definitive than commonly thought.
Kugler contends that a nuanced picture is called for when one considers how theology uses the Bible to develop doctrine. He presents the problems, possibilities, and prospects of the three major views on personal eschatology: damnationism, annihilationism, and universalism.
Heaven, Hell, and Hope is a vital resource for those teaching and preaching on personal eschatology. Designed for classroom use or small-group study, Kugler’s analysis will benefit professors, students, pastors, and thoughtful lay readers.
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