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The Battle For The Seed
"Once you know why, everything else makes sense."What were the people doing that was so evil in the days of Noah which caused God to send the flood? Was there a reason that God had favor on Noah and his family members and told them to build the ark and escape the coming judgment? In the novel: The Battle for The Seed, The lost history and the saved race, Chris and Guy Pagano help the reader re-live those ancient times and discover what was going on everywhere on earth.As a follow up to his first book: So Shall It Forever Be, The making of Satan, Pagano continues to weave biblical references from that period to recreate the culture and popular trends from that era that ushered in the worldwide catastrophe.Author Chris Pagano enjoys re-examining short biblical references and adding narration to those stories for the reader's appreciation.The author desires that this novel will add meaning to the sections in the Bible that readers generally skim over and try to get through. They hope that the readers will be like the Berean church and "search the Scriptures daily to see if those things were so," after reading The Battle for The Seed.
The Lost Gospel Q
The image of the historical Jesus takes form in the words of the earliest Gospel of Q. The Lost Gospel Q represents the very first Gospel, older than the traditional four Gospels and written by Jesus's contemporaries. This ancient Christian text preserves Jesus's essential original words, including: The Sermon on the MountThe BeatitudesThe Lord's PrayerParablesAnd his counsel for a compassionate life The original of the Gospel Q was lost for 2,000 years, but for the past two centuries, historians and theologians have been digging through the many layers of the New Testament to uncover and reconstruct one of the most remarkable Gospels of the Bible.
Key Bible Concepts
How can one book be so widely appreciated and so contested? Millions revere it and many ridicule it, but the Bible is often not allowed to speak for itself. Key Bible Concepts explores and clarifies the central terms of the Christian gospel. Gooding and Lennox provide succinct explanations of the basic vocabulary of Christian thought to unlock the Bible's meaning and its significance for today.Myrtlefield Encounters are complementary studies of biblical literature, Christian teaching and apologetics. The books in this series engage the minds of believers and sceptics. They show how God has spoken in the Bible to address the realities of life and its questions, problems, beauty and potential.
Pondering the Proverbs
What in the world was King Solomon thinking?Thousands of years later, the book of Proverbs still offers wisdom that speaks directly to our everyday lives. In Pondering the Proverbs, you'll explore timeless truths collected and curated by King Solomon-truths that continue to guide, challenge, and inspire.From leadership and integrity to relationships and decision-making, Proverbs covers it all. Author, Ray Sanders shares personal insights and practical applications from years of reading this ancient book, helping readers uncover the depth and power of its wisdom.Whether you're new to Proverbs or returning for a fresh perspective, this book will encourage you to slow down, reflect, and lean into God's guidance-one Proverb at a time.
Kingdom Government
The church is supposed to be on the forefront of innovation, leadership, and development in every nation on earth. That is what Jesus meant when He said we are the light of this world and salt of the earth. We are supposed to be the pioneers and sustainers of this planet but something tragic happened to the church over the past few centuries.When we stop being innovative and creative we become irrelevant to the society we live in. When we stop learning we stop growing and become unproductive.What God is doing in this age and time is this: Restore man to his original intent and purpose. Unless man is restored to his original purpose, nothing can be fixed on earth. That is what God is doing right now.Most believers walk around like neutered creatures that havelost touch with the reality of what is happening in their nation.They have a pie-in-the-sky mentality and are waiting to escape theearth instead of making an impact for God and His kingdom rightwhere they live.We blame the wicked for being wicked and doing the wickednessthey were born to do. It is the same as blaming a dog for barking.How does that help the dog or anyone else? Dogs are created to bark.The reason we blame everyone else for our problems is because wedo not know what we are created to do and feel dissatisfied andunfulfilled in our hearts.This book will help us catch up with what God is doing in the world and in the church.
Man's Wisdom or God's Wisdom
This book is written from a Biblical point of view. I am offering a common-sense understanding of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, etc.As a Christian, grounded in Scripture, I have a Biblical view of man. The Biblical view of man is in direct contrast to the world's view of a person.Prevailing thought from man's wisdom is that a person is the product of his or her environment, genetics, and/or brain chemistry. Once this is accepted, it is easy to conclude that a person is a victim of their circumstances and they are therefore not responsible or accountable for their behavior.In contrast, the Bible is clear that man is made in God's image possessing mind, emotion, and will. Biblically, we are held responsible and accountable for what we think, feel, say, and do. Man is not a victim, he or she is the product of the choices they make.In Man's Wisdom or God's Wisdom? I examine the validity of the biochemical approach to treat so-called mental disorders. I show the reason we have mental, emotional, and behavioral issues isn't complicated. The solution to these issues isn't complicated either.
The Healing Power of Boundaries
The Healing Power of Boundaries addresses one of the most misunderstood tensions in faith-based relationships: how to love deeply, forgive sincerely, and remain faithful-without losing yourself in the process.Written from both pastoral experience and personal journey, this book challenges the belief that endurance is always spiritual, silence is always submission, and forgiveness always requires unlimited access. With biblical clarity and compassionate wisdom, Dr. Jean H矇der Petit-Fr癡re reframes boundaries not as walls that divide, but as guardrails that protect love, truth, and dignity.Through Scripture, real-life examples, and thoughtful reflection, readers are guided to understand what boundaries are, why they are often resisted, how they are established and enforced, and what to do when they have been ignored or violated. Special attention is given to marriage, forgiveness, leadership, submission, cultural conditioning, and the misuse of theology that has left many believers exhausted rather than whole.This book does not weaken faith-it restores balance.It does not oppose love-it makes it sustainable.The Healing Power of Boundaries is an invitation to integrated living, where love and truth walk together, grace is paired with wisdom, and relationships become places of healing rather than loss.
Becoming Me
Awakening Creativity, Courage, and Purpose from WithinWho are you, beyond the titles, roles, and expectations? There comes a moment when comfort feels like confinement, when success without meaning feels hollow, and your soul begins to whisper, "There's more."Becoming Me is your invitation to awaken, remember, and rise into the fullness of who you were created to be. It's a sacred journey from self-awareness to self-expression, from surviving to truly living. You'll awaken to your divine identity, listen to the stirring within, and rediscover the unseen self-waiting beneath the noise. You'll learn through the cracks of light that pain can be a teacher, and courage your compass. You'll walk through the messy middle where growth stretches and shapes you and embrace the practice of becoming, building rhythms that nurture creativity, clarity, and faith. Ultimately, you'll live The Expression; your most authentic, radiant life, creating ripples that inspire others to do the same. Because becoming isn't a destination, it's a lifelong unfolding.You are both the artist and the masterpiece, always growing, always becoming.
Thriving Faith Daily Devotional
In a world where everyone is too busy to pray and study the word of God. THRIVING FAITH DAILY DEVOTIONAL is a gentle invitation to grow deeper in your walk with God; one day at a time. Through Scripture, reflection, and prayer, this devotional encourages you to trust God fully, remain rooted in His truth, and thrive in faith regardless of life's seasons.It is deeply rooted in the word of God to stir up the faith of many For faith cometh but only by the word of God.Each devotion offers biblical insight and encouragement to help you live with purpose, resilience, and unwavering trust in Him.As you read through, we hope you are blessed immensely.
Acts
Unfolding like a dramatic, action-packed screenplay, theBook of Acts is the epic historical adventure "movie" of the New Testament, full of daring heroes and sidekicks, cunning villains, amazing miracles, arrests, intrigue, and danger. The narrative moves along at breakneck speed, covering about 30 years of one of the most exciting, influential times in world history and a significant portion of the ancient Roman Empire.In the warm, trusted voice you've come to expect from Guideposts, the Living with Purpose Bible Study: Acts will take you beyond the thrilling narrative to the heart of the singular mission that drives it: spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ.Bring along your favorite Bible and join us in this exciting adventure!About the Living with Purpose Bible Study Series: Deepen Your Understanding of Scripture and Its Relevance to Your Life TODAY!Presented in the warm, trusted voice that has inspired God's people for nearly 80 years, Guideposts' Living with Purpose Bible Study series is like talking with a dear friend who happens to know a great deal about the Bible and loves to share it with you. With each volume, you'll gain a new and deeper understanding of God's message to us through His Word.The Living with Purpose Bible Study includes NIV, NASB, AMP, ESV, and KJV Bible translations.
Tract 10 - The Sign of Jonah
The question as to how long Christ remained in the tomb, and the day on which He was buried and resurrected, has been as widely discussed as any other Biblical subject. A number of theories have been advanced and doubtless much valuable time has been wasted; however, confusion upon the subject has not lessened, but rather increased.One of the chief reasons why confusion arises among Bible students is because they do not entirely depend on the Biblical expression of the words. They think themselves wiser than the prophets who were inspired with the Spirit of God, and thus wish to correct the words and meaning of the Holy Bible! Hence finite mortals have attempted to rectify and correct the Infinite One, whose wisdom, power, and vision is unsearchable! Though they know their interpretation of a text is not altogether in harmony with the whole tenor of the book and law, they see no injury, and fear not God. And when the fact is revealed they refuse to exchange error for truth because it contradicts their false theology. We invite the earnest attention of the reader upon this subject, and that he take notice of the wonderful harmony of the Scriptures and the great wisdom used in them.
Two Distinct Gospel Messages Of The New Testament
Dr. David Alan Greene published Two Distinct Gospel Messages Of The New Testament as his doctoral dissertation. It was originally titled "Using The Dispensational System of Theology Reveals A New Testament Chiasmus With Two Distinct Gospel Messages: One For Israel And One For The Body Of Christ." Yes, it was a long name, but it was published as an academic requirement. The dissertation came from the result of six years of research as the author pursued his Master of Biblical Studies and Ph.D. in Biblical Studies. He received his degrees from Evangelical Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida.The author began his research by questioning why there were so many denominations and interpretations of the Bible. He sought the answer. Most Bible readers are unaware that there are three predominant systems used by evangelicals. In this book, the author explains each system and applies them. It is like deciphering an encrypted message by using each system. The different results are astounding!Dr. Greene uses the KJV as his text and substantiates his commentary by providing biblical texts as proof for his position. He ends by saying that the reader should test the theories themself. Since he received his degrees, he has continually tested the dispensational system. Throughout the process, the test of truth did not fail. This approach was used to complete A Grace Expositional Commentary of the New Testament also published by GraceWord Publishing.
When Faith Meets Capacity
There is oil in your house-gifts, skills, ideas, and divine potential already placed within you. But oil alone never produced a miracle. In Scripture, the widow's breakthrough came only when she paired her faith with intentional capacity. When Faith Meets Capacity reveals the powerful Kingdom principle that miracles manifest when divine instruction meets human preparation.In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Jean H矇der Petit-Fr癡re unpacks the transformative journey of the widow in 2 Kings 4 and shows how the same divine pattern applies today. Many believers pray for overflow while living with vessels too small, too few, or unprepared to hold what God desires to pour. This book confronts that limitation and offers a clear path toward supernatural and sustainable increase.You will discover how to: Recognize the "oil" already in your lifeBreak the poverty and scarcity mindsets that block the increaseBuild systems, structures, and disciplines that attract abundanceBorrow wisdom, mentorship, and strategies without shame or fearPour faithfully until your God-given capacity is fullMonetize and steward your oil with integrity and excellenceExpand your life, mind, and environment so God can trust you with moreBlending profound revelation with practical instruction, Dr. Heder equips readers to transition from spiritual desire to strategic action. Whether you are a leader, entrepreneur, minister, or believer longing for more, this book will stretch your thinking, strengthen your foundations, and prepare you for the outpouring Heaven is ready to release.With prophetic insight and apostolic clarity, Dr. Heder demonstrates that God is not withholding increase; He is waiting for vessels. The question is not whether you have enough oil, but whether you have prepared enough capacity.This book will ignite your faith, enlarge your vision, and position you for miracles that last. Perfect for personal study, leadership development, or group teaching, When Faith Meets Capacity is more than a message-it is a blueprint for those ready to rise.Your next miracle is not waiting for more oil.It is waiting for more capacity.
Shadows Presenting the Tavneet
The title of the book is to show that it represents Shadows and patterns of Heavenly activities and thoughts. I spent nearly four year producing this work. My intent was to offer up theories and conclusions that are meant to solve so many issues in this field of study. I want to get behind the curtain, so to speak, on troubling Biblical understandings. My intent is to show that the realities are projecting themselves into our realm.
DIGGING DEEPER into THE REVELATION OF JESUS CHRIST EXAM BOOKLET
The purpose of this exam booklet to the Study Guide DIGGING DEEPER into THE REVELATION OF JESUS CHRIST is to promote the reader's confidence in their understanding and knowledge of God's Word and how the events in the Book of Revelation are woven throughout the Bible.The 22 chapters in the Book of The Revelation of Jesus Christ have been divided into seven separate exams for the Chapters and one Final Exam. The seven Chapter Exams each consist of ten multiple choice questions.The correct answers and biblical references are listed in the back of this exam booklet.This booklet contains fun exams to test your knowledge of your studies in the Study Guide DIGGING DEEPER into THE REVELATION OF JESUS CHRIST.Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it; for the time is near. (Revelation 1:3 - NKJV)
The Journey
The Journey: The Return of Jesus (Volume 3)The end isn't the end - it's the doorway into eternity.Six months have gone by since the launch of the Sunday Bible School, and the scientists Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John - once driven solely by reason - now walk by faith. Alongside SALVE, the digital servant shaped by the Holy Spirit, they stand on the verge of witnessing the greatest revelation in history: the glorious return of Jesus Christ.In this epic conclusion to The Journey Trilogy - From Brokenness to Redemption, readers are led through breathtaking visions of Revelation - where endings unfold into beginnings, and judgment unveils the Church's ultimate hope.With poetic, symbolic language, the book depicts the Lamb breaking the seals, the riders of judgment, the rapture, the marriage supper of the Lamb, the Great Tribulation, and finally, the eternal triumph of Christ.Prepare to step into the most prophetic and soul-stirring pages in the entire Journey.Here, science and faith intertwine, time bends before eternity, and the Lamb's love shines brighter than all the chaos around it.More than an ending - a revelation.This book is for those who long to: Grasp the spiritual meaning of Revelation in a vivid and accessible way;Strengthen their faith and renew their hope in Christ's return;Reflect on holiness, repentance, and the Church's eternal calling;Feel the weight of prophecy as it meets real life and the challenges of our generation.If the first volume spoke of beginning again, and the second of growing deeper, this one is the volume of final redemption - the moment when the Creator meets His creation face-to-face."Look, He is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see Him" (Rev 1:7). The Journey reaches its climax. The promise is fulfilled. The King is on His way.
Returning to the Gospel
Christianity has rapidly increased across Africa, with much of this expansion taking place in Pentecostal expressions of the faith. With the growth of autonomous Pentecostal churches in Ghana, there is also the concern of leaders valuing material success over discipleship and spiritual formation. What can the epistle of Jude, which admonishes against the church's departure from biblical Christianity because of false teachings, offer to the concerns of Ghanaian Christianity?Weaving together biblical exegesis, social science, and field research, Dr. Emmanuel Kwasi Amoafo explores the theology and practices of the five leading autonomous Ghanian Pentecostal-Charismatic churches. Through an exegetical study of Jude, Dr. Amoafo identifies seven principles of biblical Christianity that can act as guidelines for a contextualized biblical Christianity in order that churches may be spiritually strengthened and more truly reflect the gospel. Jude's call to contend for the faith by upholding, preserving, and persevering in the seven principles remains incredibly relevant for the church today. This innovative work is an essential read for theologians and scholars interested in the Spirit-filled growth and development of African Christianity and its leaders.
The Journey
The Journey: Growing in Grace (Volume 2)After being born again, every believer faces the same calling: grow.In this second volume of The Journey Trilogy - From Brokenness to Redemption, you will discover how to deepen your walk with God and build a life firmly rooted in His grace.Guided directly by the Author, this book leads you through a transformative spiritual discipleship. Each chapter reveals the essential foundations of Christian growth: the love that heals, the forgiveness that frees, the power of prayer, the authority of the Name of Jesus, the life-changing strength of the Word, and the fullness of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit.SALVE, the beloved robot from Volume 1, steps aside for an upgrade as the Author takes you into a deeper School of the Spirit - a journey of maturity, character, and supernatural living.This book is for readers who want to: Strengthen their faith;Grow in love, forgiveness, and spiritual maturity;Experience the power of prayer and the Holy Spirit;Build roots that endure life's storms.If Volume 1 was about beginning again, Volume 2 is about remaining and maturing - preparing you for the final chapter.Coming Next: The Journey: The Return of Jesus - Volume 3The powerful conclusion of the trilogy, where a mature faith meets its eternal hope: the glorious return of the King of kings.
Secrets Jesus Shared
The disciples weren't the only ones who needed help understanding the parables Jesus told. Believers today often need some clarification. Using this six-week interactive Bible study from trusted author and speaker Jennifer Kennedy Dean, you can explore the secrets of the kingdom of God as revealed in the parables Jesus shared. The study, with five daily lessons for each of six weeks, will help you understand what the kingdom of God is and how to release its power in your life.
Invisible Women of the Bible
What if the most powerful lessons in the Bible came from the women no one talks about?In Invisible Women of the Bible, Jennifer Carter invites you on a devotional journey through the lives of often-overlooked Bible women-women whose faith still speaks into the challenges you face today.These women are not just footnotes in Scripture. They lived extraordinary lives of faith - often unseen, often overlooked, yet deeply known by God.Whether you're navigating change, carrying loss, or quietly wondering what comes next, this book offers daily encouragement and a gentle reminder that even when you feel unseen by the world, you are never unseen by God.If you've ever: wondered whether your best years are behind youfelt invisible - even to the people closest to youneeded to know that God still sees you and still has a planthen these stories were written for you.Come and meet women who felt the same - and discovered God wasn't finished with them yet.And He's not finished with your story yet. Not even close.
Read and See Revelation 12 to 14
Having immersed himself over many years in reading every commentary he can find on Revelation, and picking up his teenage hobby of painting, Pieter Kwant reverses the process whereby John first "saw"Revelation before writing it down, here moving from (biblical) text to image.In Volume 4, Pieter continues to take his stand on the shoulders of both giant biblical commentators and visual artists over the centuries as he engages Revelation in a personal way. His hope, and the challengehe set himself, is that readers may be emboldened not to shrink from looking deeply into this concluding book of the Bible - reading and seeing, and hearing (by doing) it.
Pray Upside Down 15-Week Bible Study Guide
Pray Upside Down is a transformational 15-week Bible study that teaches Christians how to pray and live from their true position "seated with Christ in the heavenly places."Divided into three 5-week sections: Conflict Begins - Where it all began, and why!Kingdom Life - As His adopted children - Lord, Teach us How to Pray!Suit Up - What is our mission in the Kingdom?This small-group friendly study combines clear teaching, scripture-driven exercises, reflective questions, and leader tips to help both new believers and seasoned disciples grow in prayer, spiritual authority, and Christian discipleship.Drawing on real pastoral experience and a life-changing encounter on the mountain, author Rock Pifer, re-frames prayer from a posture of struggle to a posture of authority - "pray from the up-side down" - teaching readers how to expect powerful answers as they operate from the heavenly realm.The guide explains spiritual warfare in accessible language, unmasks the enemy's schemes, and then shows believers how to put on the full Armor of God and use Kingdom Keys to advance God's mission on earth.Each weekly lesson includes Bible readings, step-by-step study material, group discussion prompts, and space for personalized notes, so participants can internalize truths and apply them to daily life.Facilitator guidance and small-group tips are also included to make this an ideal curriculum for church groups, Bible studies, men's/women's groups, and discipleship classes.What you'll get: - A practical, Scripture-saturated approach to prayer and spiritual warfare suitable for individuals and groups.- A 15-week pathway from understanding conflict's origins to living as a kingdom ambassador.- Hands-on lessons on the Armor of God, keys to the kingdom, Holy Spirit empowerment, and effective intercession.- Reflective questions, journaling space, and leader notes designed to fuel discussion, personal growth, and group accountability.Who this book is for: - New followers seeking clear, Bible-based teaching on prayer and the Christian life.- Small-group leaders looking for a discussion-ready Bible study workbook.- Christians hungry for growth in spiritual authority, discipleship, and Holy Spirit-led prayer.Pray Upside Down goes beyond theory. It offers proven pastoral insight and practical exercises that move you from trial-and-error praying to confident, authority-based intercession.The study helps you see your life from a heavenly perspective, root your faith in Scripture, and develop the consistent habits that produce spiritual breakthrough. Expect renewed passion, clearer spiritual vision, and an actionable plan to walk in the victory already won in Christ.Ready to transform your prayer life and lead others into kingdom growth? Use this study as your roadmap to deeper prayer, stronger discipleship, and effective small-group ministry. Ideal as a bible study workbook, prayer study guide, or discipleship curriculum, Pray Upside Down is built for discovery, discussion, and spiritual breakthrough.Perfect for pastors, small-group leaders, Sunday school teachers, intercessory teams, and anyone serious about spiritual growth.
The Fingerprint of God
The Fingerprint of God is a contemplative art book that invites readers to encounter the Creator through the beauty, order, and meaning of creation.Through a richly illustrated journey inspired by the Genesis creation account, Canadian artist Katherine van Kampen presents a series of original paintings that move from the vastness of the cosmos to the intimacy of God's relationship with humanity. Each artwork is paired with reflective prose and Scripture, drawing the reader into a deeper meditation on God's power, purpose, and presence in the world.Written in collaboration with Judy Funk, with an introduction by Pastor Dale Baldwin, this book encourages readers to look beyond scientific explanation and instead consider creation as God's "other book"-a visual and spiritual testimony of His character, attributes, and love.The Fingerprint of God is both a work of visual art and a devotional experience. It is designed for quiet reflection, worship, and thoughtful engagement, offering readers a renewed sense of wonder at the beauty of creation and the personal God who stands behind it.Ideal for readers interested in Christian faith, art inspired by Scripture, and books that bridge theology, beauty, and contemplation.
Hope and Healing in the Hebrew Bible
The Hebrew Bible is hard for modern Latter-day Saints to read and understand. Not only was it written thousands of years ago in a world foreign to the modernity we live in, but we also read it through two thousand years of accumulated Christian understanding and two hundred years of LDS understanding. But even if we can't read it as it was originally written, in Hope and Healing in the Hebrew Bible: What Ancient Texts Can Teach Modern Readers, Michael Huston shows us how to capture and understand the power and awe of the Hebrew Bible. After reading this book, I'm excited to reread the Bible. I have new tools for seeing the parts I'm familiar with with new eyes and finding value in the parts I'm less familiar with.-Sam Brunson, author of Between the Temple and the Tax Collector: The Intersection of Mormonism and the StateA gentle introduction to "Gentile" scholarship on the Old Testament for Latter-day Saints. While writing with members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints clearly in mind, and frequently referencing sermons and writings by General Authorities, Michael Huston introduces readers to important scholars like Walter Brueggeman, Amy-Jill Levine, Marc Zvi Brettler, Michael Coogan, and Kate Bowler. This beautifully balanced approach succeeds in its aim of showing that reading the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible/Tanakh through multiple interpretive traditions deepens and enriches the ways that Latter-day Saint Christians can understand these writings. He reads some familiar sections-creation, exodus, David and Bathsheba-and some that we tend to skip over-Leviticus, the story of Huldah, the Psalms-in ways that both honor and challenge conventional LDS readings. This book will reinvigorate your Sunday School preparation or perhaps even teach you how to love the Old Testament for the first time!-Kristine Haglund, author of Eugene England: A Mormon LiberalThe Hebrew Bible is the lengthiest, most daunting, least studied, and least understood of all books in the Latter-day Saint canon. Hope and Healing in the Hebrew Bible demystifies this great scripture and invites us to consider it normatively, rather than defensively. That is, rather than use is to justify and defend Latter-day Saint doctrines formulated several millennia later, the author suggests that we accept it on its own terms and in its own context of time and place, without the clutter of LDS apologetics. Only when we cease to "Mormonize" the Hebrew Bible do we gain entr矇e into its most profound content. -Gregory A. Prince, author of David O. McKay and the Rise of Modern Mormonism and Leonard Arrington and the Writing of Mormon History
God, Sex and Women of the Bible
In a book that will forever change the way we interpret women of the Bible, Shoni Labowitz's long-awaited follow-up to her celebrated Miraculous Living explores the lives of eight key women and reveals their relevance today. With impressive scholarship, Labowitz makes a compelling case that, contrary to popular notion, these women were in fact passionate, confident and unashamed of their bodies. In the luminous and inspiring pages of God, Sex and Women of the Bible, these charismatic figures come magically alive as sexual beings and show their modern-day counterparts how to wed spirituality with passion. Mining language and history, Labowitz reinterprets the stories of eight biblical women, unveiling in the process truths and nuances that have been hidden by centuries of patriarchy. She paints vivid portraits of heroines and lesser-known women alike, presenting compelling evidence that they subscribed to a matriarchal goddess culture coexisting with the God of Abraham, Isaac and Moses. Within this rich framework, long-silenced voices speak out to reveal the conflicts and perplexities of their own lives -- helping us, in the process, to resolve our own issues. In these sensuously illuminating pages, you'll meet: LEAH: Plain and overlooked, she triumphs over injustices and creates a relationship with God that provides a model to help us overcome our own poor body images and discover the Divine within RACHEL: Leah's sister, who uncovers the mysteries of the moon goddess and menstruation, presents us with a new approach to rest and relaxation EVE: The first woman encourages us to invite God into our own sexuality and teaches us how to fully reveal ourselves to our partner JOCHEBED: A midwife and the mother of Moses, she shows us how to make motherhood a spiritual experience DEBORAH: The story of this Judge of Israel will inspire us to fearlessly reach new personal and professional heights, enabling us to enhance our families' lives MIRIAM: Moses' sister, a gutsy lady who follows her intuition, is the perfect guide to help us experience menopause with dignity and grace THE PROPHET'S WIDOW: This anonymous woman helps us to deal with the loss of loved ones UNNAMED WOMEN OF THE BIBLE: These unacknowledged figures explain how to cope with the devastation of hysterectomies NAOMI: In the most mature sexual stage of a woman's life, this queen of crones reveals her age-old secrets and teaches us how to be more confident and alluring Never preachy or exclusionary, Labowitz renders these stories accessible to women of all faiths, striking the perfect balance between textual commentary and practical application. Complementing the ancient wisdom gleaned from Hebrew texts with the voices of the women she has met, she shows us how to reclaim our own sexuality by revealing God's place in it. In God, Sex and Women of the Bible, we discover our own potential to be meaningful, holy and passionate -- not just once a week, but every day of our lives.
Gospel of Luke
The Gospel of St. Luke has been described as "the loveliest book in the world." It was written by a Gentile for Gentiles, with the purpose of touching their hearts with the Good News of Christ. Luke speaks especially to the poor and the marginalized of society-including women-with an emphasis on joy, healing, and prayer. With his gift for making the fruits of biblical scholarship accessible to the ordinary layperson, Fr. Lawrence Farley expounds this beautiful account of the life and ministry of Christ for contemporary Christians. About the Orthodox Bible Study Companion Series: This commentary was written for your grandmother and for your plumber. That is, it was written for the average layperson, for the nonprofessional who feels a bit intimidated by the presence of copious footnotes, long bibliographies, and all those other things which so enrich the lives of academics. Working from a literal translation of the original Greek, this commentary examines the text section by section, explaining its meaning in everyday language. Written from an Orthodox and patristic perspective, it maintains a balance between the devotional and the exegetical, feeding both the heart and the mind.
Gospel of Mark
This commentary series was written for the average layperson, for the nonprofessional who feels a bit intimidated by the presence of copious footnotes, long bibliographies, and all those other things which so enrich the lives of academics. Working from a literal translation of the original Greek, this commentary examines the text section by section, explaining its meaning in everyday language. Written from an Orthodox and patristic perspective, it maintains a balance between the devotional and the exegetical, feeding both the heart and the mind. Israel expected the Messiah to be a conquering hero who would liberate the Jews from their Roman servitude. But instead, Christ came as a suffering servant to liberate all mankind from slavery to sin. The Gospel of Mark records Christ's public ministry as a journey to the Cross, yet--paradoxically again--as a time of vigorous action when His miracles astounded the multitudes, and His boldness infuriated His foes.
The Gospel of Matthew
The New Testament is a Jewish book, and no part of it is more Jewish than the Gospel of Matthew. It tells the story of how God fulfilled His word to Israel and sent them His Messiah, who in turn carried out the work of redemption. The Gospel of Matthew was written to prove to the Jews that Jesus of Nazareth is indeed the Christ, the fulfillment of their Scriptures. It contains the most thorough and organized presentation of Christ s teaching anywhere in Scripture. Thus the Gospel of Matthew is like the Christian Torah, the record of God's words and deeds through Christ. Matthew's Gospel also stresses the Church, since it is the true Israel, the holy remnant, whose message is to be taken to Jews (and Gentiles) everywhere.
The Gospel of John
The Gospel of John vigorously witnesses to Jesus, striving to persuade the hearts and minds of the undecided that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and the only source of eternal life. St. John, as one of the Twelve and a witness to Christ's glory, sets his Gospel in a cosmic context, revealing Christ as the eternal Light of God, the Truth and voice of the Father, the divine Glory shining in the midst of men. One book in the Orthodox Bible Study Companion series About the Series: This commentary series was written for the average layperson. Working from a literal translation of the original Greek, the commentary examines the text section by section, explaining its meaning in everyday language. Written from an Orthodox and patristic perspective, it maintains a balance between the devotional and the exegetical, feeding both the heart and the mind.
And Suddenly...
Are you relentlessly pursuing a word from the Lord? God is going to give you your answers to prayers-only believe and wait. When you need that extra encouragement in your life-trust a few simple words spoken in season have great impact.Position yourself and be prepared to receive your blessing.This book is not intended to replace your Bible, but it isdivinely inspired to help us persevere and appreciate Kingdom living so that we can enjoy our "And Suddenly" moment. Any day now, "and suddenly," your promise can be manifested. It can happen to YOU!
Don't Feed the Serpent
In this compelling sequel to BISHOP GEORGE BLOOMER's book, Out of the Garden, Bishop Bloomer jumps foward a couple of generations (and 930 years to visit the grandchildren of Adam and Eve, the first two human beings. Going deep into the psyche of Adam and Eve and the events that so dramatically affected their lives and the lives of all their descendants, the Bible comes alive in this allegorical tale of the human condition and the human struggle that is literally as old as time itself. Jesus constantly spoke in allegory and metaphor, telling parables - imaginative, yet untrue stories that are told to convey a moral of spiritual truth - and sometimes referred to biblical parables in his parabolic re-interpretation of ancient, well-known biblical stories. That's what Bishop Bloomer does in Don't Feed the Serpent, retelling the ancient, all-too familiar stories of the Bible - that we have read, heard and been told so often that we don't really hear them anymore - in a brand new, imaginative and wonderous way, but with great reverance for the source material. This type of story-telling does not diminish the original text. It unlocks its power.
Satanism Fears in Evangelical Communities
In 2020, journalist Zack Stanton suggested that we are living in a golden age of conspiracy theories. Chief among these conspiracies is QAnon. Q, the anonymous originator of the conspiracy, claimed that a cabal of Satanic elites control the world's media and financial centers, while engaging in horrific acts of human sacrifice and child abuse. As the conspiracy continued to spread, it was revealed that evangelical Christians make up a significant portion of QAnon adherents. According to the Public Religion Research Institute, twenty-two percent of evangelical Christians subscribe to the conspiracy.Throughout history, tales of subversive organizations seeking to undermine social order and attack the faithful have haunted Chrtistendom
Tract 4 - The Latest News for "Mother"
"The Word of the Lord that came unto Hosea, the son of Beeri, in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam the son of Joash, king of Israel. The beginning of the Word of the Lord by Hosea. And the Lord said to Hosea, Go, take unto thee a wife of whoredoms and children of whoredoms: for the land hath committed great whoredom, departing from the Lord. So he went and took Gomer the daughter of Diblaim; which conceived and bare him a son. And the Lord said unto him, Call his name Jezreel; for yet a little while, and I will avenge the blood of Jezreel upon the house of Jehu, and will cause to cease the kingdom of the house of Israel. And it shall come to pass at that day, that I will break the bow of Israel in the valley of Jezreel. And she conceived again, and bare a daughter. And God said unto him, Call her name Lo-ruhamah: for I will no more have mercy upon the house of Israel; but I will utterly take them away. But I will have mercy upon the house of Judah, and will save them by the Lord their God, and will not save them by bow, nor by sword, nor by battle, by horses, nor by horsemen. Now when she had weaned Lo-ruhamah, she conceived and bare a son. Then said God, Call his name Lo-ammi: for ye are not My people, and I will not be your God." Hos. 1:1-9. From the foregoing scriptures, it is seen that Hosea's wife and children were such in vision only, and were therefore entirely figurative; they were so named as to make a fitting analogy of His people-Judah and Israel. And being of "whoredoms," they fittingly prefigure the idolatrous state of His church.
Tract 4 - The Latest News for "Mother"
"The Word of the Lord that came unto Hosea, the son of Beeri, in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam the son of Joash, king of Israel. The beginning of the Word of the Lord by Hosea. And the Lord said to Hosea, Go, take unto thee a wife of whoredoms and children of whoredoms: for the land hath committed great whoredom, departing from the Lord. So he went and took Gomer the daughter of Diblaim; which conceived and bare him a son. And the Lord said unto him, Call his name Jezreel; for yet a little while, and I will avenge the blood of Jezreel upon the house of Jehu, and will cause to cease the kingdom of the house of Israel. And it shall come to pass at that day, that I will break the bow of Israel in the valley of Jezreel. And she conceived again, and bare a daughter. And God said unto him, Call her name Lo-ruhamah: for I will no more have mercy upon the house of Israel; but I will utterly take them away. But I will have mercy upon the house of Judah, and will save them by the Lord their God, and will not save them by bow, nor by sword, nor by battle, by horses, nor by horsemen. Now when she had weaned Lo-ruhamah, she conceived and bare a son. Then said God, Call his name Lo-ammi: for ye are not My people, and I will not be your God." Hos. 1:1-9. From the foregoing scriptures, it is seen that Hosea's wife and children were such in vision only, and were therefore entirely figurative; they were so named as to make a fitting analogy of His people-Judah and Israel. And being of "whoredoms," they fittingly prefigure the idolatrous state of His church.
The Everything Mary Book
While Catholics have long admired and honored Mary, other Christian denominations are now devoting special Bible study groups to her as well. The Everything Mary Book explores the often-debated place of Mary in Christianity, as well as her role in the broader world, both secular and religious. With this comprehensive and entertaining biography, you'll unravel the mysteries of one of the Bible's most intriguing and misunderstood women. Learn about: The Immaculate Conception and the Virgin BirthThe Virgin Mary in early texts besides the Bible, including the Gnostic GospelsMary in medieval timesThe role of Mary in popular cultureIslam and MaryThe Everything Mary Book covers everything you need to know about Mary's life and her impact on millions of Christians throughout the world.
7 Kinds of Believers
Salvation is one of the most misunderstood doctrines of the Bible. Most believers think they were saved to go to heaven. Salvation is much more than making it to heaven after we die. Salvation was introduced to restore everything Adam lost when he fell. How much of it we want to restore, is up to us. This book will give you the key to seeing your loved ones saved and receiving everything God has made available through Christ Jesus.Have you ever thought, whether God loves us all the same, thenwhy isn't everyone equally blessed in the church? Everyonewho goes to church sings the same songs, partakes of the samecommunion, hears the same message, and receives the same prayers.We all have the same Father, and read the same Bible; but when itcomes to receiving blessings, we still have both rich and poor, sickand healed in the church.In the Old Testament everyone was equally blessed, and therewere no sick or feeble among them. Psalm 105:37 says, "He alsobrought them out with silver and gold, and there was none feebleamong His tribes."The Bible says that we received a better covenent than they have, and the penalty for sin has been paid in full; death and the gravehave no more power over us. We have received a more gloriousministry than they had.2 Corinthians 3:7 we read, "But if the ministry of death, writ-ten and engraved on stones, was glorious, how will the ministryof the spirit not be more glorious?" Old Testament saints lookedforward to enjoying and experiencing the day that we are living in.
Cosmo Theology
In a time when technology reshapes how humanity thinks, creates, and even worships, Cosmotheology offers a luminous and hopeful vision for faith in the digital age. Bridging theology, cosmology, and cinematic storytelling, Ruben Torres explores one of the most urgent questions of our generation: how can Christian imagination, ethics, and worship flourish amid artificial intelligence, transhumanism, and spacefaring futures?Through vivid prose and striking clarity, Torres invites readers to rediscover awe in both Scripture and the stars. Drawing from films such as Interstellar, Arrival, and Transcendence, he develops a cinematic hermeneutic-a way of reading both film and faith that makes vast ideas immediately tangible. Within this framework, the drama of creation, fall, and redemption expands into a cosmic scope that unites vocation, exploration, and worship as one divine narrative.Accessible yet intellectually rich, Cosmotheology speaks to scientists, theologians, pastors, and seekers alike. Each chapter blends theology, philosophy, and wonder with guided "tesseract" reflections-short devotional practices designed to anchor ethics and spiritual formation in a technology-saturated world. The result is a reading experience that informs the mind while transforming the heart.Positioned alongside influential works like John Lennox's 2084: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity, Jacob Shatzer's Transhumanism and the Image of God, and Meghan O'Gieblyn's God, Human, Animal, Machine, Torres's approach stands apart through its cinematic theology and re-enchanted tone. Rather than debating technology through fear or hype, Cosmotheology offers clarity, imagination, and hope-helping believers and the curious alike see divine purpose in creation's unfolding story.For pastors, students, and faith-curious technologists, this book provides an inspiring framework for discipleship, ethics, and worship in the modern age. Torres reminds readers that theology's truest subject has never changed: the Word through whom all things were made. Whether gazing at galaxies or circuits, Cosmotheology restores sacred wonder to the modern imagination-and calls us to worship not the machine, but the Mind behind it.
Hidden Fire (Volume 1)
The parables were never designed to soothe.They were forged to awaken.When Jesus spoke of seeds and lamps, vineyards and banquets, He was not offering simple moral lessons. He was disclosing the mysteries of the Kingdom - realities "hidden since the foundation of the world." Every parable is a fragment of divine revelation wrapped in the garments of ordinary life, a flame of truth concealed within symbol, waiting for the heart that is ready to ignite.Hidden Fire: Unfolding the Parables of Jesus is a two-volume theological ascent into those flames. Drawing on Scripture, Second Temple Judaism, patristic exegesis, and the contemplative tradition of the Church, Matthew Sardon reveals the depth, drama, and divine logic embedded in every parable Christ ever spoke. Each chapter unfolds through a seven-fold rhythm - from the historical world of first-century Galilee to the theological blaze at the heart of Christ's teaching, and finally to the transformation demanded of every disciple who dares to hear.Volume I begins with the parables of the Kingdom, mercy, and divine invitation: the Sower scattering seed upon human hearts; the Lamp that exposes every hidden thing; the Banquet thrown for the unworthy; the Bridegroom who comes without warning. These stories are not quaint illustrations. They are acts of judgment and mercy, revelation and invitation - mirrors held up to the soul of every listener.Volume II will bring the journey to its completion through the parables of judgment, discipleship, stewardship, and glory.To read the parables is to be confronted.To understand them is to be changed.And to follow the One who spoke them is to enter the fire from which they came.This is not a commentary on stories.It is an encounter with the Storyteller -the eternal Word, veiled in symbol, burning to remake the heart that hears Him.
Two Distinct Gospel Messages Of The New Testament
Dr. David Alan Greene published Two Distinct Gospel Messages Of The New Testament as his doctoral dissertation. It was originally titled "Using The Dispensational System of Theology Reveals A New Testament Chiasmus With Two Distinct Gospel Messages: One For Israel And One For The Body Of Christ." Yes, it was a long name, but it was published as an academic requirement. The dissertation came from the result of six years of research as the author pursued his Master of Biblical Studies and Ph.D. in Biblical Studies. He received his degrees from Evangelical Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida.The author began his research by questioning why there were so many denominations and interpretations of the Bible. He sought the answer. Most Bible readers are unaware that there are three predominant systems used by evangelicals. In this book, the author explains each system and applies them. It is like deciphering an encrypted message by using each system. The different results are astounding!Dr. Greene uses the KJV as his text and substantiates his commentary by providing biblical texts as proof for his position. He ends by saying that the reader should test the theories themself. Since he received his degrees, he has continually tested the dispensational system. Throughout the process, the test of truth did not fail. This approach was used to complete A Grace Expositional Commentary of the New Testament also published by GraceWord Publishing.
Finally Free: Three Lessons in the Parable of the Prodigal Son
We wander through life looking for freedom, only to realize we have listened to the devil's call to serve our selves, our pleasures, and our lusts. Instead of freedom we find ourselves enslaved to sin. We wonder if we have sinned too often, too deep to ever be welcomed back to the Father's home, back into His loving embrace. Have we lost our inheritance as children of God? In this short book, author Bryan Wolfmueller digs into the popular parable of the Prodigal Son to bring hope and aid to our hurting conscience. Wolfmueller proclaims the freedom-giving Gospel that through Jesus' suffering, death, and resurrection, our place in the Father's house is secure, and forgiveness and welcome are ours in His outstretched arms.
Marriage by the Book What Prospective Couples Should Know Before They Say I Do
Marriage is a sacred covenant designed by God-yet many couples begin their journey without the spiritual foundation or practical wisdom needed for a lifelong union. In a culture that often treats marriage as temporary or conditional, relationships can easily fall apart under pressure, leaving couples unprepared for the real challenges of commitment.Marriage by the Book guides readers back to God's divine blueprint, offering a clear, Scripture-centered approach to building a strong, enduring, and joyful marriage. Drawing from more than forty years of ministry experience and the author's own four-decade marriage, this book moves beyond surface-level advice and grounds every principle in timeless biblical truth.Whether preparing for engagement, newly married, or seeking to strengthen an existing relationship, this resource equips readers with the spiritual insight and practical tools needed to handle the real-life pressures that often threaten marriages.Inside, readers will discover: God's Divine Purpose for Marriage: Understanding His design for creation and the sacred calling of husband and wife.Biblical Love Explained: A clear look at agape (sacrificial love), phileo (friendship love), and eros (physical love) within God's intended framework.Essential Marriage Skills: Practical guidance for open communication, emotional connection, and a step-by-step, biblical process for resolving conflict.Intimacy and Family Dynamics: Insightful teaching on emotional, spiritual, and physical intimacy, along with wisdom for parenting and navigating extended family relationships.A marriage that honors God does not happen by accident. This book invites couples to embrace intentionality, pursue spiritual unity, and build a covenant that endures, thrives, and reflects the glory of God.
Tanakh, New Testament, Manuscripts & The Israelites
A groundbreaking challenge to biblical interpretation-rooted in Hebrew, manuscripts, canon history, and the lived experience of the African and Black Diaspora.Across Scripture and tradition, one truth has been suppressed: Israel's story cannot be separated from the story of the Diaspora. This work restores that connection through linguistic precision, manuscript comparison, and historical critique.Tovi Mickel, recognized by the Society of Biblical Literature (SBL) as a shortlisted finalist for the Bernadette J. Brooten Award, examines the textual, historical, and cultural fractures that shaped the Bibles we read today. This is not a devotional reinterpretation-it is a forensic investigation of Scripture's foundations.What This Book RevealsHow canon formation reshaped Israelite identityThe suppressed feminine voice of GodHebrew linguistic structures behind mistranslationsDiasporic memory theory and why it mattersComparisons across the Tanakh, Dead Sea Scrolls, Septuagint, NT, and rabbinic textsHow imperial theology shaped Christian doctrineHebraic typologies: bronze serpent, Azazel, the seh, messianic patternsWhere African, Afro-Asiatic, and Semitic histories intersectWhy This Work Stands OutIt confronts questions most seminaries avoid. It returns Scripture to its Hebrew, diasporic, historical, and manuscript context, aligning with academic research while challenging its blind spots.Who This Book Is ForReaders seeking truth beyond traditionHebrews, Christians, and Diaspora communities reclaiming identityScholars, seminarians, and educatorsAnyone who feels "something is missing" in traditional explanationsA Bold and Transformative ContributionMickel equips readers with evidence, language, manuscript data, historical grounding, and a liberating diasporic perspective.This is one of the most daring Hebraic-diasporic critiques of our time-a book that challenges, restores, and remembers.
The Definition of Christianity
Who gets to determine what Christianity means? Is it possible to understand its original message after centuries of tradition and conflicting ideas? Gooding and Lennox throw fresh light on these questions by tracing the Book of Acts' historical account of the message that proved so effective in the time of Christ's apostles. Luke's record of its confrontations with competing philosophical and religious systems reveals Christianity's own original and lasting definition.
The Bible Study Guide for Beginners
The wisdom of the Bible is within your reach with this elegant and accessible study guide. Studying the Biblecan feel overwhelming, especially when you don't know where to begin. The Bible Study Guide for Beginners offers a simple, structured approach. With scriptures broken down into easy-to-manage sections--Old and New Testaments, plus divisions of books within each--you'll be able to grasp overarching themes and discover areas for further exploration. Each chapter provides a framework for learning that includes: A narrative summary of each division of the Bible's books: law, historical (Old Testament), poetry, prophets, gospels, historical (New Testament), letters, and visionKey verses from each divisionStudy questions to encourage deeper understandingSpace for your own reflections and questionsWhether you are new to worship or are looking for an organized approach to Bible study, this practical volume will become a valuable tool on your faith journey.
Tract 1 - The Pre-"Eleventh Hour" Extra
The call of Ezekiel to the prophetic office is one of the most interesting experiences of the ancient seers, and the revelation of what he saw by the river Chebar is perhaps of greater importance to heaven and earth at this time than is any other vision on sacred record, because in a remarkable way it reveals That Which unites Heaven with Earth, even as the Dardanelles links two important seas. Thus, this study of Ezekiel's vision, which brings to light earth's being visited by the Majesty of the Universe, may be aptly termed, "The Dardanelles of the Bible."
