1 and 2 Thessalonians
A. Andrew Das's 1-2 Thessalonians, informed by the best recent scholarship, offers a fresh translation and concise historical, literary, and theological commentary. The historical commentary traces the appropriation of these letters from ante-Nicene Christian authors through the early twentieth century, offering guidance for contemporary readers and faith communities. First Thessalonians, among Paul's earliest letters, targets a tight-knit community suffering persecution from "others." Former friends oppose their adoption of a foreign superstitio instead of time-tested religious devotion in a city enjoying close relations with the (divine) imperium. Thessalonian Christ-believers worship a "Savior" who apparently suffered defeat on a Roman cross. Some have died since Paul's departure, and yet, through apparent defeat, Christ won a decisive victory inaugurating the changing of ages. The Thessalonians eagerly anticipate Christ's return to judge the world. Those who have died will be among the first to celebrate his coming. So Paul expects the Thessalonians to busy themselves living accordingly. Second Thessalonians, a genuine letter by Paul, addresses a developing situation not long after the first letter: Some Thessalonian Christ-believers refuse to work because of the apparent "day of the Lord" and Christ's imminent return. Since the signs of the end are not fully evident, Paul calls them back to work and to endure persecution.
God Is for Me
Women who have experienced sexual trauma often feel unseen, unheard, and unsure how to engage with Scripture again. God Is for Me is a healing Bible study that reintroduces women to God's heart for the sexually harmed through the lives of biblical women who were wounded, mistreated, or cast aside-yet were seen, known, and loved by God.Through nine powerful character studies-including Hagar, Tamar, the unnamed concubine, Bathsheba, the Samaritan woman, and others. Readers will walk through the stories of those who carried trauma and found healing in God's presence. Each chapter is followed by reflection questions designed for personal growth or group discussion. The study concludes with practical tools and leader resources to guide women's ministries and trauma recovery groups.Lisa Radcliff writes from deep faith and gentle wisdom, offering a safe place for women to process pain, ask hard questions, and discover God's redemptive love. Whether you are on your own healing journey or leading others through theirs, God Is for Me is a restorative guide for reconnecting with Scripture and reclaiming the truth that God is for you.
Blessed Wrestling
Discover God's calling through biblical stories of wrestling and hope. "What is God's plan for my life?" It's one of the most profound questions we ask, yet finding the answer can feel like wrestling with God. If you've ever struggled to discern God's voice or felt uncertain about the path ahead, you're not alone. Many Christians do not have a clear sense of God's calling on their lives, yet believe God is leading them toward different work and feel unsure how to make that change. This eight-week study invites you into the biblical stories of remarkable individuals who wrestled with God and emerged transformed: Jacob, Isaiah, Mary, Paul, Deborah, Esther, Ruth, and the disciples. Each struggled with questions of purpose and direction. Each encountered God in powerful ways. And each was changed, blessed, and sent forward with hope and clarity. Through accessible biblical exploration, thoughtful reflection questions, and guided prayer practices, this resource equips you to: - Listen deeply to God's voice in your life - Learn from Scripture's call narratives and apply their wisdom to your own journey - Engage meaningfully, whether studying individually or in a group setting - Discern your next steps with confidence and faith Whether you're considering a call to ministry or mission, navigating a career transition, or simply seeking clarity about your life's direction, Blessed Wrestling provides the guidance and encouragement you need. This is more than a study; it's an invitation to encounter God, be transformed, and discover the blessed future God has prepared for you.
The Creed
What do Christians actually believe?In an age of theological confusion and ecclesiastical division, the ancient creeds offer both anchor and compass. But do these historic confessions faithfully reflect Scripture? Where did the church preserve apostolic truth, and where did it add human traditions?THE CREED: PATH TO UNITY is a comprehensive textbook examining Christian confession from the New Testament to the present day. Theologian Arthur Tiger guides readers through the development of the great ecumenical creeds, evaluating each from a conservative biblical perspective.INSIDE THIS BOOK YOU WILL FIND: Complete texts of all four ecumenical creeds: Apostles', Nicene, Chalcedonian, and AthanasianBiblical evaluation and critique of each historic creedThe Great Schism, the Reformation, and the multiplication of confessionsThe Apostle Paul as the first Christian dogmatistCritical analysis of 20th-century ecumenical movementsConfronting 21st-century challenges to historic ChristianityA proposed Biblical Creed with line-by-line scriptural commentaryFour creed formats: standard, expanded, short, and catechetical12-week study guide available online for classroom and group useIDEAL FOR: Seminary and Bible college courses in historical theologyPastors and church leaders seeking theological referenceAdult education and Sunday school classesNew member and confirmation instructionIndividual believers seeking deeper understandingMore than a historical survey, this textbook proposes a Biblical Creed designed to unite all who hold the apostolic faith-grounded in Scripture alone, centered on Christ alone, received by faith alone, to the glory of God alone."Contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints." -Jude 3
Rediscovering The Authentic Self
There is a common ground between all the world's religions, even though many of them no longer even remember it. However, in their origins, they all dealt precisely with the state of soul of the authentic self.
1, 2, 3 John
This unique study on 1, 2, 3 John addresses interpretation challenges that arise for people from Islamic contexts on the East African coast. Exploring questions regarding a relationship with God, the nature of incarnation, sin, sacrifice, forgiveness, the spirit world, and coming judgement, the research process included reader-centered sessions with women from the region, thus addressing the bigger questions of faith while speaking directly to the real-life issues they face. Filled with wisdom for those from the East African coast and beyond, each chapter includes stories from local people, biblical commentary, theological reflection, and practical insights. The authors' unique approach is rooted in current scholarship on the Midrashic exegesis of 1 John, wherein the narrative of Cain and Abel is the central motif. This homiletic framework, which allows deep engagement with Islamic contexts, is extended to 2 and 3 John.Windows on the Text is a ground-breaking Bible commentary series written by followers of Jesus in Muslim contexts. It develops biblical insight in deliberate conversation with the Qur'an, the Hadith, and local Islamic cultures. Confident that the Bible in its entirety speaks directly into Muslim contexts, it opens new windows into the holy word of God to equip and empower believers to live out their faith in loving service and clear communication within their communities.
Nero and Paul
New York Times bestselling author Kathie Lee Gifford and scholar Bryan Litfin dive into these questions by bringing the stories of Nero and Paul to life in this creative nonfiction tale and identifying how these moral questions can be applied to modern Christian life.
Colossians & Philemon
What happens when Christ is truly enough? Your life-and your relationships-change.That's the message Paul presses into the hearts of believers in Colossians and Philemon. In Christ, you have everything you need-security, identity, and a renewed way of living that reflects His truth, grace, and love.Colossians & Philemon: Live Transformed is a 7-session Bible study that examines Paul's message of identity, freedom, and renewal. Trained Christian counselor and Bible teacher Sarah K. Howley guides you through their unified themes-Christ's supremacy, spiritual maturity, and transformed relationships-showing how the gospel reshapes every part of life. You'll discover: Christ is enough-you don't have to strive, perform, or prove yourself.You are rooted in Him-secure, known, and nourished by His love.How you love, serve, and live with others is transformed through Christ's work.Freedom grows when you let go of lies and live from your identity in Christ.Each session includes a key Scripture passage, an introduction, thought-provoking questions, Old Testament connections, and personal application. Designed for individuals or groups, this study will help you walk confidently in the transformed life Christ provides as you explore Colossians and Philemon.Begin your study today and experience the freedom and fullness of a transformed life.
Colossians & Philemon
What happens when Christ is truly enough? Your life-and your relationships-change.That's the message Paul presses into the hearts of believers in Colossians and Philemon. In Christ, you have everything you need-security, identity, and a renewed way of living that reflects His truth, grace, and love.Colossians & Philemon: Live Transformed is a 7-session Bible study that examines Paul's message of identity, freedom, and renewal. Trained Christian counselor and Bible teacher Sarah K. Howley guides you through their unified themes-Christ's supremacy, spiritual maturity, and transformed relationships-showing how the gospel reshapes every part of life. You'll discover: Christ is enough-you don't have to strive, perform, or prove yourself.You are rooted in Him-secure, known, and nourished by His love.How you love, serve, and live with others is transformed through Christ's work.Freedom grows when you let go of lies and live from your identity in Christ.Each session includes a key Scripture passage, an introduction, thought-provoking questions, Old Testament connections, and personal application. Designed for individuals or groups, this study will help you walk confidently in the transformed life Christ provides as you explore Colossians and Philemon.Begin your study today and experience the freedom and fullness of a transformed life.
Heresies in Christianity
Is your church doctrinally sound? Can you identify heresy when it appears in a sermon, book, or Bible study?In an era when false teaching spreads faster than ever, the ability to discern truth from error is essential for every church leader and mature believer."Identifying and Understanding Heresy" is the comprehensive 18-chapter textbook that equips you with biblical, historical, and practical tools to recognize and respond to false doctrine.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: ✓ Biblical Foundations - Master scriptural tests for orthodoxy across both Testaments✓ Historical Context - Discover how Gnosticism, Arianism, Pelagianism emerged and were defeated✓ Theological Framework - Understand WHY certain teachings are heretical✓ Contemporary Applications - Identify how Word-Faith, Progressive Christianity, and NAR connect to ancient errors✓ Practical Diagnostic Tools - Questionnaires and comparison charts to evaluate teaching in your context✓ Pastoral Wisdom - Respond to heresy with both truth and loveCOMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE: Christological, Trinitarian, Soteriological, and Ecclesiological heresies - Modern movements - The psychology and politics behind heresy - Hermeneutical methods that lead to errorUNIQUE FEATURES: Real quotes from historical and modern teachers - Comparison charts - Case studies - Discussion questions - Diagnostic questionnairesFOR: Seminary students - Pastors - Church elders - Small group leaders - Mature Christians committed to discernment
She Rises and She Glows
She Rises and She Glows is a deeply moving faith-based guide for women who are ready to heal, break free from old patterns, and step boldly into the woman God created them to be.This book is not about perfection or performance. It is about healing, truth, and becoming.Through powerful storytelling, biblical wisdom, guided reflections, journaling prompts, and a transformative 7-day Rise & Glow Challenge, author Samu Ndhlovu gently walks women through the inner work of unlearning lies, healing past wounds, and rebuilding their identity in God.Whether you are starting over after heartbreak, loss, divorce, trauma, or seasons of deep uncertainty, this book meets you where you are - and invites you forward with grace.Inside these pages, you will learn how to: Break cycles that have kept you stuckConfront and release limiting beliefsHeal from emotional and spiritual woundsRenew your mind through God's truthEmbrace vulnerability as strengthStep into resilience, confidence, and purposeRediscover the glow God placed inside youEach chapter includes reflection questions and journaling exercises, making this book both a devotional and a practical healing companion.This is not a book to rush - it is a journey to receive.If you have ever felt broken, silenced, overlooked, or unsure of who you are becoming, She Rises and She Glows is a reminder that your story is not over.You are rising.You are healing.You are becoming.And you are glowing.
1 and 2 Thessalonians
A. Andrew Das's 1-2 Thessalonians, informed by the best recent scholarship, offers a fresh translation and concise historical, literary, and theological commentary. The historical commentary traces the appropriation of these letters from ante-Nicene Christian authors through the early twentieth century, offering guidance for contemporary readers and faith communities. First Thessalonians, among Paul's earliest letters, targets a tight-knit community suffering persecution from "others." Former friends oppose their adoption of a foreign superstitio instead of time-tested religious devotion in a city enjoying close relations with the (divine) imperium. Thessalonian Christ-believers worship a "Savior" who apparently suffered defeat on a Roman cross. Some have died since Paul's departure, and yet, through apparent defeat, Christ won a decisive victory inaugurating the changing of ages. The Thessalonians eagerly anticipate Christ's return to judge the world. Those who have died will be among the first to celebrate his coming. So Paul expects the Thessalonians to busy themselves living accordingly. Second Thessalonians, a genuine letter by Paul, addresses a developing situation not long after the first letter: Some Thessalonian Christ-believers refuse to work because of the apparent "day of the Lord" and Christ's imminent return. Since the signs of the end are not fully evident, Paul calls them back to work and to endure persecution.
Come Back to God
A companion to Lisa Whittle's popular book I Want God, this life-changing study is designed for individuals or groups who want to be all-in for the God who is all-in for them. Our souls long for less of us and more of God. For less of this broken world and more of Jesus' abundant life. For revival. Including video content with every session, this unique six-week Bible study shows us how surrendering to God--over comfort, control, popularity, even blessings--brings the renewed spiritual vitality we crave. Lisa Whittle's trusted voice offers wisdom from her own journey as she explores what happen when we: Shift from feeling stuck to productive, joyful, and useful for God's kingdom Stop wrestling with the same tired issues we've wrestled with for so long Remember that God is bigger than our fears, our weaknesses, and our chaos Let go of our need for control, approval, and comfort to find true freedom Move from spiritual boredom to spiritual breakthrough as you experience the lasting joy of soul revival that can only be found in coming back to God.
A Very Good Afternoon to You!
Uma Tarde Muito Boa para Voc礙 traz dire癟繭es inspiradoras para que sua tarde seja extraordin獺ria. Essas s瓊o mensagens do cora癟瓊o de Deus para voc礙 continuar e terminar seu dia como um vitorioso. Permita-se fazer, escutar, falar, declarar e pensar o que vem do Alto, do C矇u; mantenha sua mente no Reino! Assim, o Senhor se manifestar獺 em sua vida com toda a Sua beleza, grandeza e amor. Esta tarde pode ser a melhor da sua vida at矇 agora. Lance seus cuidados sobre o Senhor e ele o sustentar獺; ele nunca permitir獺 que os justos sejam abalados (Salmo 55.22).
Free Life Insurance
This book gives you the details on how to get FREE LIFE INSURANCE.My dad taught me the wisdom of purchasing life insurance when I was 17 years old in 1958. The payments were reasonable, and the payoff was $1,000. Wow! That was a lot. However, the terms stipulated that the policy would not pay the beneficiaries if I committed suicide or if I got killed in a plane crash. Besides that, I would be dead.Since that time, wisdom from above has taught me that God offers a much better plan: It was extremely expensive: His Son paid for it by shedding His blood and giving His life. With His way, not only do I benefit from it, but also my offspring. How much do you love your children? At no cost, upon agreeing with His conditions we can all have eternal life. We all need to share this with our children so we can be with them forevermore: "Tell your children about it, Let your children tell their children, and their children another generation." Joel 1:3
The Encyclopedic Handbook of Protestant Denominations and Deviations
The Definitive Reference for Understanding Protestant Christianity in All Its DiversityThe Encyclopedic Handbook of Protestant Denominations and Deviations offers the most comprehensive, systematic examination of Protestant traditions available today-combining rigorous academic scholarship with clear theological evaluation.What Makes This Handbook Unique: Comprehensive Coverage: 35+ detailed chapters examining major denominations, independent movements, and heterodox groupsSystematic Approach: Each tradition analyzed through identical framework-historical development, theological systems, worship practices, contemporary statusOrthodox Perspective: Clear evaluation against the Nicene Creed and the five solas of the ReformationAcademic Rigor: Based on primary sources and authoritative scholarshipAccessible Writing: Complex theological concepts explained clearlyCoverage Includes: Historical Traditions: Lutheran, Reformed, Presbyterian, Anglican, Methodist, Baptist, AnabaptistModern Movements: Pentecostal, Charismatic, Fundamentalist, Evangelical, Non-denominationalAberrant Groups: Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormons, Seventh-day Adventism, Oneness Pentecostalism, Word of FaithEach Chapter Provides: Complete historical development from origins to presentDetailed theological analysis-Scripture, Trinity, Christ, salvation, church, eschatologyWorship practices and organizational structureContemporary statistics and statusOrthodox evaluation with clear classificationWritten for: Seminary students, pastors, church leaders, missionaries, apologists, and informed laity seeking deeper understanding of Protestant Christianity.Why This Handbook Matters: As Protestant Christianity continues to diversify, careful theological discernment has never been more important. This handbook equips readers to distinguish legitimate diversity from dangerous deviation, understand historical roots of contemporary debates, and navigate ecumenical relationships with wisdom.Whether you're writing a seminary thesis, evaluating church partnerships, encountering unfamiliar groups in mission work, or seeking to understand your theological heritage, this handbook provides the depth and clarity you need.
James, the Lynchpin of Our Faith
James-the brother of Jesus-who was this man? What evidence do we have that this "brother of our Lord" even existed?David Kitz digs deep into the biblical texts, archaeology, family dynamics, and church history. What emerges from his research is a portrait of a decisive, pivotal leader who embodied the will and character of Jesus Christ.But how did James-James the unbeliever-transform to become a leader who changed the course of world history? In these pages you will uncover the answer and rediscover for yourself the life-changing power of the gospel.
Saint Joseph A Silence that Speaks Volumes
He never said a word that was quoted in Sacred Scripture and, to the best of our knowledge, never made any attempt to draw attention to himself. If salvation history was "downstage center," he lurked somewhere in the wings backstage. Yet St. Joseph, in his quiet, silent, humble way, has proven himself to be one of the most important men ever to walk the earth. How strange that it's taken the world the better part of 2000 years to recognize this truth. This is the story of Joseph, the foster father of Jesus - from being ignored by the early Church to being misrepresented as a doddering old fool to being named Patron of the Universal Church. "St. Joseph: A Silence That Speaks Volumes" traces the evolving perception of a man whose own humility camouflaged his grandeur for entirely too many centuries - until now.
HOLY BIBLE Volume I
The Holy Bible Volume I encompasses the 1st Testament from Genesis to Deuteronomy with the inclusions of the Books of Jasher, Enoch, Methuseleh, & Noah. It spans the history of creation through the flood, until Moses leads the Israelites out of Egypt and introduces the Law. The Jesus Christ Version (JCV) provides the most up-to-date completed format and version of the holy scriptures moving forward in the Kingdom of God & Millennial Reign!!!
HOLY BIBLE Volume I
The Holy Bible Volume I encompasses the 1st Testament from Genesis to Deuteronomy with the inclusions of the Books of Jasher, Enoch, Methuseleh, & Noah. It spans the history of creation through the flood, until Moses leads the Israelites out of Egypt and introduces the Law. The Jesus Christ Version (JCV) provides the most up-to-date completed format and version of the holy scriptures moving forward in the Kingdom of God & Millennial Reign!!!
Words of Destiny
In an era when religion exerts a profound influence on politics and society, paradoxically, families are drifting further and further away from God. Many Christian homes are shaping much more to the world instead of accomplishing their changing role as salt and light. And that happens because the world wants to take God off of everything, from homes, from schools and colleges, from relationships... This book discusses faith superficiality in many families, where technology and other kinds of distractions took place, replacing the relationship with God. Children who should be raised in Jesus's living faith and respect for their parents are left by the wind, resulting in maladjusted and unbalanced families. The lack of home worships and Word of God's reading produces a generation that is ignorant of the power and sovereignty of the living God-and, as a result, igno rant of parental authority and unwilling to submit both to their parents and to the Word. Bishop Cl矇o makes a call on families to return to the fundamentals of faith, developing spiritual education at home and rescuing Biblical values and foundations which were forgotten. It is a call for God's people to rise up and truly live out Christ's teachings, starting in their own homes.Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you... (Exodus 20.12).
How We Got the Bible
How We Got the Bible covers the 10 key facts everyone should know about the Bible. This bestselling booklet, How We Got the Bible, includes a History of the Bible Timeline that explains the key events and most important people involved over the centuries.Few stories are as amazing and as touching as the story of how we got the Bible. This stunning pamphlet tells of the faithfulness and sacrifice by courageous Christians to bring the Bible to people in their own common language. This How We Got the Bible booklet is perfect for Bible studies, Sunday school classes, and church small groups.How We Got the Bible Answers the Questions--Who wrote the BibleWhen was it writtenWhere was it writtenHow can we know it is reliableHow We Got the Bible Covers the Main Events in the History of the BibleThe History of the Bible: 1500 BC to AD 1455 -- From Moses to Gutenberg's Printing PressFrom God's command to Moses to write on tabletsThe Dead Sea Scrolls confirm the reliability of the Old Testament (Hebrew Scriptures)The Earliest Hand-Made Copies of the BibleJerome's translation into Latin: The VulgateThe Masoretes, Jewish Scribes and their System to Ensure AccuracyThe first Bibles printed on Gutenberg's revolutionary printing pressThe History of the Bible: From Martin Luther and William Tyndale to Modern Bibles and Bible TranslationsLuther, Tyndale, and other scholars publish the Bible in local languages of common people.People who sacrificed their lives to print and distribute the Bible in EnglishEnglish Bibles Develop: The Wycliffe Bible, Coverdale Bible, Matthew's Bible, The Great Bible (also called the Chained Bible), and the King James Version.Discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls, which confirm the reliability of Scripture.Discovery of several very ancient Bibles which were hand-copied within 350 years after Christ's resurrection. These confirm the remarkable accuracy of the copyists.Modern Bible translations we have today.People wonder if they can be confident that the Bibles we have today are reliable. This How We Got the Bible Booklet gives reasons to believe in a high degree of accuracy of Bible transmission over the years. In fact, the Dead Sea Scrolls have provided significant evidence that modern Bibles are remarkably true to the original writings. How We Got the Bible includes a timeline of key events that stretch from the writing of the first five books of the Bible (also known as the Law of Moses, The Pentateuch, or Torah) to the printed Bibles we have today.Featured in How We Got the Bible Timeline10 Basics Everyone Should Know about the BibleStories of key people, including William Tyndale, John Wycliffe, Erasmus, and Johann GutenbergTimeline and explanation of how we got the Bible in EnglishPictures of ancient writing materials such as tablets, skins, and papyrusMethods used by ancient Masoretic scribes to hand copy each Bible accuratelyShows the history of Bible versions such as the Wycliffe Bible, the Geneva Bible, and the King James Version, in addition to today's modern Bible translations.How We Got the Bible Pamphlet includes the inspiring stories of early translators who gave their lives to translate and print the Bible in English. Size: 8.5"x 5.5" unfolds to 33" long. Fits inside most Bible coversHow We Got the Bible is an amazing booklet that will encourage every believer, and that answer the questions of those still seeking. The pamphlet reveals how the Old and New Testaments were communicated through a variety of forms beginning as early as 1500 BC when they were written on stone, clay and leather, and later on papyrus and fine animal skins. Discover the reasons we can trust the reliability of the Bible, for example, how earliest Bible manuscripts were intricately copied by hand and how ancient texts, such as the Dead Sea Scrolls, validate the earliest manuscripts.The How We Got the Bible Timeline IncludesT
365 Hebrew Words Every Christian Should Know
See Jesus like you never have before.Have you ever wanted to better understand the language and customs of the Holy Scriptures? Jewish culture is steeped in imagery that points to Christ and will help open your heart to God's ways.Pastor Ed Grifenhagen grew up in a devout Jewish home before Jesus transformed his life. In 365 Hebrew Words Every Christian Should Know, he extracts hundreds of Jesus-focused truths from Hebrew and ancient Jewish practices. Throughout this 365-day devotional, you willlearn the meanings and pronunciations of Hebrew words, discover the richness of Jewish festivals and traditions, andconnect these insights to their fulfillment in Christ.Deepen your relationship with Jesus as you explore how Hebrew reveals the beauty of the gospel.
Niv, Spiral-Bound Illustrating Bible: The Gospels, Softcover Spiral, Tan
Grow your faith and creatively express yourself as you journal and draw in the margins of this spiral-bound Bible.The NIV Illustrating Bible: The Gospels helps you interact with Scripture by giving you room to journal your thoughts, reflections, and insights right alongside the Bible verses that inspired them. The large size and spiral-bound format allow the Bible to lay completely flat, giving you the ideal surface for writing and drawing. It's the perfect way to engage with God's Word and deepen your faith as you write down the things that are shaping your spiritual journey, including: Devotional notesJournal entriesPrayer requestsBible study notesReminders of God's faithfulnessYour favorite Bible versesDoodles, art, and moreThe NIV Illustrating Bible: The Gospels features: Complete text of the Bible books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John in the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV)A metallic copper spiral binding allows the Bible to lay perfectly flat for your artistic needs.Wide, 3.75" margins offer ample room to journal, draw, or take notes.Thicker, 80 GSM paper prevents bleed-through, preserving your journal entries on every page.Single-column layoutLarge square format measures 9.25" x 9.25"Type size: 8Experience fresh faith and open your heart to God in a whole new way as you journal and draw your way through Scripture with the NIV Illustrating Bible.
Niv, Spiral-Bound Illustrating Bible: Psalms and Proverbs, Softcover Spiral, Coral
Grow your faith and creatively express yourself as you journal and draw in the margins of this spiral-bound Bible.The NIV Illustrating Bible: Psalms and Proverbs helps you interact with Scripture by giving you room to journal your thoughts, reflections, and insights right alongside the Bible verses that inspired them. The large size and spiral-bound format allow the Bible to lay completely flat, giving you the ideal surface for writing and drawing. It's the perfect way to engage with God's Word and deepen your faith as you write down the things that are shaping your spiritual journey, including: Devotional notesJournal entriesPrayer requestsBible study notesReminders of God's faithfulnessYour favorite Bible versesDoodles, art, and moreThe NIV Illustrating Bible: Psalms and Proverbs features: Complete text of the Bible books of Psalms and Proverbs in the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV)A metallic copper spiral binding allows the Bible to lay perfectly flat for your artistic needs.Wide, 3.75" margins offer ample room to journal, draw, or take notes.Thicker, 80 GSM paper prevents bleed-through, preserving your journal entries on every page.Single-column layoutLarge square format measures 9.25" x 9.25"Type size: 8Experience fresh faith and open your heart to God in a whole new way as you journal and draw your way through Scripture with the NIV Illustrating Bible.
The Epistles of John
The Epistles of John were written to believers living in a time of doctrinal confusion, moral compromise, and fractured fellowship. In response, John does not retreat into abstraction, but calls the Church back to a living faith-one that walks in truth, loves in obedience, and abides in the light before God. His words press beyond mere profession and insist that genuine faith must be visible in belief, conduct, and love for one another.This commentary works carefully through 1, 2, and 3 John verse by verse, seeking to understand what the text is actually saying and how that truth is meant to be lived out. It is written for anyone who loves the Word of God and desires to grow in faith, not only for those in ministry or formal theological study. The goal is clarity rather than complexity, depth without obscurity, and theology that serves the life of the Church rather than remaining confined to the academy.Clear, pastoral, and grounded in the life of the Church, this volume emphasizes that theology is never merely theoretical, but always meant to shape real obedience, discernment, and assurance in Christ. Particular attention is given to themes that dominate John's letters: testing the spirits, abiding in Christ, walking in the light, loving the brethren, and resting in the assurance that comes from knowing God.Rather than offering detached academic analysis, this commentary reflects sustained teaching through the Scriptures within a real local church, where God's Word is preached, tested, applied, and lived. It speaks both to the new believer learning to walk in the light and to the seasoned saint seeking to remain steadfast in the truth.In the end, the aim of this commentary is not information alone, but transformation-so that Christ would be more clearly seen, loved, and followed.
The Seven Woes
"Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites..."With these biting words, Jesus exposed the spiritual rot hidden beneath the surface of the scribes and Pharisees' outward religiosity. In The Seven Woes, Steven R. Martins, director of the C獺ntaro Institute, offers a bold and sobering exposition of Matthew 23-Christ's final public sermon before the cross-to confront the timeless dangers of hypocrisy, legalism, and spiritual pride.With pastoral insight and theological clarity, Martins reveals how Christ's words were not only directed at first-century Pharisees but also ring true in our own pews and pulpits. Through these woes, we hear the voice of the Good Shepherd, calling His people away from dead religion and into sincere, Spirit-filled obedience.Convicting yet hopeful, The Seven Woes reminds us that true religion is not found in empty performance but in hearts transformed by the grace and truth of Jesus Christ.
Dying Thoughts (In Modern English)
First published in 1688, Dying Thoughts records Richard Baxter's profoundly personal meditations on Philippians 1:23 - "to depart and be with Christ, which is far better." Writing from a sickbed and sensing his earthly race was nearly run, Baxter invites believers to lift their gaze from present frailty to the solid joys prepared in glory. He examines the fears, doubts, and attachments that tether us to this life, then sets them beside the surpassing hope of seeing Christ face-to-face.This refreshed edition preserves Baxter's full, unabridged text while rendering the language into clear, modern English for twenty-first-century readers.
So, It Is What It Is!
This book was written to express God's love for you as revealed and demonstrated through His son, Jesus Christ (John 3:16).It is a plethora of writings and poetry.May your mind be open to receive what God has for you as His Holy Spirit does the lovin', convictin', tuggin', and convincin' of your heart.So it is what it is.To God be the glory!
A Message From God
A Message From God: Light Living in Dark Days In our day, everything from music to politics is described as "Christian," but are they? Is Jesus what our society or culture says He is? And who are the people who belong to Him? How can you know? Biblical truth can only be understood straight from God's Word, not opinion polls. In "A Message From God: Light Living in a Dark World" you'll unpack 1 John in just seven weeks and see God's message for yourself without the "middleman" of others' opinions and ideas! You will learn how to discover Truth for yourself!
So You May Believe (Part Two)
As the end of the first century approached, Jewish Christians continued to face challenges not only from the government, but also within their communities. This opposition raised questions about Jesus: was He the promised Messiah of the Old Testament? Or was He another prophet? In the wake of persecution, war, and an ever-changing cultural climate, John writes to remind believers that Jesus is God. He not only recounts stories and teachings not found in the other gospels, but also includes the meaning within the Scripture, all culminating with a choice: will you believe and find life? Or will you walk away from the Savior of the world?This book is the second part of the study, which is designed to provide a foundation for inductive Bible study and will help you: - Build confidence as you learn how to study the Bible firsthand - Discover truths about God and His character - Connect the Old and New Testaments - Grow in your faith and knowledge in a way that produces life change- Release the bonds of a "perfect quiet time" to find deeper, richer time in the WordThe word feast is rooted in abundance, and that's what awaits us in Scripture: a table laid out before us, not only for our essential nourishment, but also for our enjoyment.Study length: 11 weeksBook Includes: Starter questions, group discussion questions, lined pages for notes, access to companion video teachings
God's Highway Project
We live in a broken world-a world full of broken people, broken families, broken communities. We are bombarded with hateful, manipulative social messaging and twisted social values. We are oppressed by abuse and bullying, violence, hate, and injustice. In the backwash of all that, we grapple with fear, despair, self-pity, shame, destructive anger, and withdrawal into silence-all of the reactions that come with feeling powerless to escape our situation. We are left with the challenge of where to find comfort and how to break free of our bondage.Israel was no different in the days of Isaiah. She was already suffering from brokenness as a nation because of her broken relationship with God, and it would take even more suffering under the oppressive hands of Babylonia before she would seek God's solution. God's Highway Project is an expositional study of the book of Isaiah, focusing on Isaiah 40-66. In these chapters, God models the process for comforting oppressed and struggling people through His work with Israel, beginning in the days of her exile in Babylonia. How God deals with her provides us with many vital insights and strategies for comforting broken people even in our own cultural context today. The process that He uses to move Israel from a place of brokenness and exile to healing and restoration in a kingdom is described as building a highway. It follows four basic highway-building steps needed for restoration: lifting up those in the valleys, tearing down exalted attitudes and coping defenses, straightening skewed values and goals, and smoothing out rough places by removing stumbling stones that prevent progress toward healing. A few examples of stumbling stones include fear, despair, anger, and shame, but there are more. Israel is our case study, and she is a worst-case scenario, which in itself is a comfort. If God can redeem and restore Israel, there is hope for us as well!
The Grace and Duty of Being Spiritually Minded (In Modern English)
First published in 1681, The Grace and Duty of Being Spiritually Minded Declared and Practically Improved is John Owen's thorough exposition of the believer's call to set their thoughts and affections on heavenly things. Drawing on Romans 8:6 ("To be spiritually minded is life and peace") and Colossians 3:2 ("Set your affection on things above"), Owen unmasks the stark contrast between minding the flesh and minding the Spirit, showing how spiritual mindedness brings true life and peace. This refreshed edition preserves Owen's complete original text while rendering the language into clear, modern English for twenty-first-century readers. Whether you seek to deepen your communion with God, cultivate a lasting passion for heavenly pursuits, or understand the practical outworking of spiritual renewal, this modern version delivers rigorous theology and actionable insight for every stage of the Christian journey.
Born Again
Only the radical transformation wrought by God in regeneration can impart spiritual life to the spiritually dead.In the pivotal chapter of John 3, Jesus instructs Nicodemus--and all of us--in the spiritual necessity of the new birth. Explaining the clear divide between true, saving faith and self-righteous religion, Jesus reveals that no amount of moral effort, religious knowledge, or personal achievement can bring a person into the kingdom of God. Unless sinners confess Christ's lordship, and repent of all sin, including the sin of trying to earn heaven, they cannot be saved.Taken from the MacArthur New Testament Commentary, this book equips believers with transforming truth by unpacking John 3 verse by verse: Exposing the folly of works-based religionEmphasizing the necessity of the new birthExplaining the Holy Spirit's work of regenerationExhorting sinners to submit to Christ's lordshipThis powerful and life-giving chapter illuminates what it means to be born again to true faith in the living God.About the SeriesThe Great Chapters of the Bible series focuses on key portions of Scripture that establish the foundational truths of the Christian faith. John MacArthur methodically explains each verse of these monumental passages to provide readers with a deeper understanding of the life-transforming truth revealed in God's Word. Exposition of the great chapters of the Bible will lead many to experience the blessing of knowing the Scripture in its fullness.About the AuthorJohn MacArthur served as pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Los Angeles, California, Chancellor of The Master's University and Seminary, and Bible-teacher with his global media ministry Grace to You. He spent over fifty years preaching through every verse of the New Testament and much of the Old Testament, while being a featured speaker at conferences around the world. He authored numerous best-selling books including The Gospel According to Jesus, The MacArthur New Testament Commentary series, and the expositional notes for The MacArthur Study Bible.About the John MacArthur Publishing GroupThe John MacArthur Publishing Group exists to produce biblical resources that bring the transforming truth of God's Word to the lives of His people.
The Handbook of an Ambassador of the King
The Manual of an Ambassador of the King is a transformative guide for believers seeking to understand and fulfill their divine assignment as representatives of God's Kingdom on Earth. Written by Dr. Jean Heder Petit Fr癡re, a seasoned pastor and global Kingdom ambassador, this book equips readers with the principles, protocols, and purpose of ambassadorship, inspiring them to live with intention, authority, and impact.Drawing from biblical truths, historical insights, and practical examples, this manual uncovers the core of what it means to be an ambassador of the King. It delves into the believer's identity, unveiling their role as Heaven's representatives in a world desperate for light and transformation. The book introduces the concept of the Kingdom's trans-dimensional nature, illustrating how believers are empowered to bridge the spiritual and earthly realms to meet needs, break barriers, and bring God's will to every sphere of influence.Each chapter unpacks key aspects of Kingdom representation, including character development, spiritual authority, the power of divine protocols, and strategies for influencing society's major domains such as government, education, business, and family. With practical action steps, reflective questions, and real-world examples, this guide moves beyond theory to application, ensuring that readers are equipped to embody their Kingdom mission.Dr. Petit Fr癡re's extensive experience as a leader and diplomat enriches the content, offering a unique perspective on ambassadorship that is both inspiring and actionable. Whether you are a seasoned believer or new to your faith journey, this book will challenge, equip, and empower you to live boldly for the King.The time to rise as an ambassador of the King is now. The Manual of an Ambassador of the King provides the tools, insights, and encouragement you need to step into your God-given purpose and transform the world for His glory.
KJV Every Woman's Bible, Filament Enabled (Hardcover, Plum, Red Letter)
A KJV Study Bible for Heart and MindEvery Woman's Bible doesn't shy away from the questions women bring to the Bible. In these pages, more than one hundred women around the world explore the heartfelt needs, gritty challenges, and uncommon faithfulness of women throughout history. Serious study and deep reflection will help you clarify your calling through Scripture, personal stories, insights, inspiration, and study notes--all created by women, for women.Full text of the revered King James Version (KJV)Powerful and practical features by more than 100 women from around the world and in many walks of lifeInsightful devotionals and study notes, all created by female scholars and writersBeautiful full-color photographs and interior designFor personal study; church or small group Bible studiesEquipped with the innovative Filament Bible app, linking you to additional notes, articles, videos, interactive maps, and other resources that illuminate the page of Scripture you're readingWords of Jesus in redThis beautiful full-color Bible will draw you into the story of God and help you explore God's plans and purposes for you. It's a deep, authentic call to extraordinary purpose.Elevate Your Bible Study Experience with the Filament App--Absolutely Free!Unlock a world of knowledge and inspiration right at your fingertips! The Filament Bible app is your gateway to a deeper, more enriching Bible-study experience. Seamlessly connect every page of your KJV Bible to a treasure trove of resources, including: 25,000+ study notes by more than 40 scholars offering a deeper understanding of what you're readingAudio Bibles to immerse you in God's Word anytime and anywhere350+ videos to captivate you as you unpack key information about the background and meaning of the Bible40+ maps and infographics explaining the geography and cultural background of the Bible400+ profiles and articles revealing the people and stories behind the Scripture verses, enriching your connection with the text1,500+ devotions providing daily inspiration and numerous opportunities for reflectionA library of worship music offering the perfect soundtrack for personal study and worshipReady to dive deeper? Just grab your smartphone or tablet, open Filament, and let the learning begin. It's simple, convenient, and extremely enriching. Start your enhanced Bible journey today!Powerful and practical features and study notes are packaged in an aesthetic Bible to be used in home for personal study, as well as taken to church or small group Bible studies. This beautiful full-color study Bible for women will draw you into the story of God and help you explore God's plans and purposes for you. It's a deep, authentic call to extraordinary purpose.
KJV Every Woman's Bible, Filament Enabled (Leatherlike, Rose Gold, Indexed, Red Letter)
A KJV Study Bible for Heart and MindEvery Woman's Bible doesn't shy away from the questions women bring to the Bible. In these pages, more than one hundred women around the world explore the heartfelt needs, gritty challenges, and uncommon faithfulness of women throughout history. Serious study and deep reflection will help you clarify your calling through Scripture, personal stories, insights, inspiration, and study notes--all created by women, for women.Full text of the revered King James Version (KJV)Powerful and practical features by more than 100 women from around the world and in many walks of lifeInsightful devotionals and study notes, all created by female scholars and writersBeautiful full-color photographs and interior designFor personal study; church or small group Bible studiesEquipped with the innovative Filament Bible app, linking you to additional notes, articles, videos, interactive maps, and other resources that illuminate the page of Scripture you're readingWords of Jesus in redThis beautiful full-color Bible will draw you into the story of God and help you explore God's plans and purposes for you. It's a deep, authentic call to extraordinary purpose.Elevate Your Bible Study Experience with the Filament App--Absolutely Free!Unlock a world of knowledge and inspiration right at your fingertips! The Filament Bible app is your gateway to a deeper, more enriching Bible-study experience. Seamlessly connect every page of your KJV Bible to a treasure trove of resources, including: 25,000+ study notes by more than 40 scholars offering a deeper understanding of what you're readingAudio Bibles to immerse you in God's Word anytime and anywhere350+ videos to captivate you as you unpack key information about the background and meaning of the Bible40+ maps and infographics explaining the geography and cultural background of the Bible400+ profiles and articles revealing the people and stories behind the Scripture verses, enriching your connection with the text1,500+ devotions providing daily inspiration and numerous opportunities for reflectionA library of worship music offering the perfect soundtrack for personal study and worshipReady to dive deeper? Just grab your smartphone or tablet, open Filament, and let the learning begin. It's simple, convenient, and extremely enriching. Start your enhanced Bible journey today!Powerful and practical features and study notes are packaged in an aesthetic Bible to be used in home for personal study, as well as taken to church or small group Bible studies. This beautiful full-color study Bible for women will draw you into the story of God and help you explore God's plans and purposes for you. It's a deep, authentic call to extraordinary purpose.
KJV Every Woman's Bible, Filament Enabled (Leatherlike, Periwinkle Purple, Indexed, Red Letter)
A KJV Study Bible for Heart and MindEvery Woman's Bible doesn't shy away from the questions women bring to the Bible. In these pages, more than one hundred women around the world explore the heartfelt needs, gritty challenges, and uncommon faithfulness of women throughout history. Serious study and deep reflection will help you clarify your calling through Scripture, personal stories, insights, inspiration, and study notes--all created by women, for women.Full text of the revered King James Version (KJV)Powerful and practical features by more than 100 women from around the world and in many walks of lifeInsightful devotionals and study notes, all created by female scholars and writersBeautiful full-color photographs and interior designFor personal study; church or small group Bible studiesEquipped with the innovative Filament Bible app, linking you to additional notes, articles, videos, interactive maps, and other resources that illuminate the page of Scripture you're readingWords of Jesus in redThis beautiful full-color Bible will draw you into the story of God and help you explore God's plans and purposes for you. It's a deep, authentic call to extraordinary purpose.Elevate Your Bible Study Experience with the Filament App--Absolutely Free!Unlock a world of knowledge and inspiration right at your fingertips! The Filament Bible app is your gateway to a deeper, more enriching Bible-study experience. Seamlessly connect every page of your KJV Bible to a treasure trove of resources, including: 25,000+ study notes by more than 40 scholars offering a deeper understanding of what you're readingAudio Bibles to immerse you in God's Word anytime and anywhere350+ videos to captivate you as you unpack key information about the background and meaning of the Bible40+ maps and infographics explaining the geography and cultural background of the Bible400+ profiles and articles revealing the people and stories behind the Scripture verses, enriching your connection with the text1,500+ devotions providing daily inspiration and numerous opportunities for reflectionA library of worship music offering the perfect soundtrack for personal study and worshipReady to dive deeper? Just grab your smartphone or tablet, open Filament, and let the learning begin. It's simple, convenient, and extremely enriching. Start your enhanced Bible journey today!Powerful and practical features and study notes are packaged in an aesthetic Bible to be used in home for personal study, as well as taken to church or small group Bible studies. This beautiful full-color study Bible for women will draw you into the story of God and help you explore God's plans and purposes for you. It's a deep, authentic call to extraordinary purpose.
KJV Every Woman's Bible, Filament Enabled (Hardcover, Plum, Indexed, Red Letter)
A KJV Study Bible for Heart and MindEvery Woman's Bible doesn't shy away from the questions women bring to the Bible. In these pages, more than one hundred women around the world explore the heartfelt needs, gritty challenges, and uncommon faithfulness of women throughout history. Serious study and deep reflection will help you clarify your calling through Scripture, personal stories, insights, inspiration, and study notes--all created by women, for women.Full text of the revered King James Version (KJV)Powerful and practical features by more than 100 women from around the world and in many walks of lifeInsightful devotionals and study notes, all created by female scholars and writersBeautiful full-color photographs and interior designFor personal study; church or small group Bible studiesEquipped with the innovative Filament Bible app, linking you to additional notes, articles, videos, interactive maps, and other resources that illuminate the page of Scripture you're readingWords of Jesus in redThis beautiful full-color Bible will draw you into the story of God and help you explore God's plans and purposes for you. It's a deep, authentic call to extraordinary purpose.Elevate Your Bible Study Experience with the Filament App--Absolutely Free!Unlock a world of knowledge and inspiration right at your fingertips! The Filament Bible app is your gateway to a deeper, more enriching Bible-study experience. Seamlessly connect every page of your KJV Bible to a treasure trove of resources, including: 25,000+ study notes by more than 40 scholars offering a deeper understanding of what you're readingAudio Bibles to immerse you in God's Word anytime and anywhere350+ videos to captivate you as you unpack key information about the background and meaning of the Bible40+ maps and infographics explaining the geography and cultural background of the Bible400+ profiles and articles revealing the people and stories behind the Scripture verses, enriching your connection with the text1,500+ devotions providing daily inspiration and numerous opportunities for reflectionA library of worship music offering the perfect soundtrack for personal study and worshipReady to dive deeper? Just grab your smartphone or tablet, open Filament, and let the learning begin. It's simple, convenient, and extremely enriching. Start your enhanced Bible journey today!Powerful and practical features and study notes are packaged in an aesthetic Bible to be used in home for personal study, as well as taken to church or small group Bible studies. This beautiful full-color study Bible for women will draw you into the story of God and help you explore God's plans and purposes for you. It's a deep, authentic call to extraordinary purpose.
Jesus Was Human Too
"We do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who in every respect has been tested as we are." (Hebrews 4:15 NRSV) When we think of Jesus, we usually think of His miracles, His masterful teaching, and His world-changing death and resurrection. But what about the unremarkable moments of Jesus's life? What about Jesus coming home after a long day at work, navigating a family argument, or going to a friend's wedding? With pastoral warmth and fascinating historical details, Ryan Lokkesmoe invites you into the different areas of Jesus's ordinary, everyday humanity: His childhood and home life His work life and finances His physical and emotional well-being His cultural and political contexts His weekly and yearly religious rhythms As you enlarge your view of Jesus, you'll see how He walked with wisdom and grace through experiences remarkably similar to your own. He knows what it's like to be one of us. You can bring your difficulties to Him, confident that He genuinely understands and empathizes. When your faith feels disconnected from your day-to-day life, this insightful exploration of Jesus's humanity will bring you hope and comfort. With thoughtful questions for group study, this book is perfect to share with others in your life who want to deepen their relationship with Jesus.
The Foolishness of God Volume 1
Guess what God has done? He has REVEALED HIS MASTER PLAN of salvation and the purpose for mankind's existence through a myriad of agencies of interrelated subject matter! These different facets include types, sym­bols, analogies, dualities, parables, occupations, numerical values, food, astronomy, holy days, the great pyramid, the family; etc. Each of these entities contain a complimentary piece of this fantastically intricate puzzle that will enable us to better understand God's highest creation. Why has God placed mankind upon planet earth? Why did He make man out of matter----How does one receive salvation? All of these seemingly unanswerable questions are revealed by God through these many different vehicles!
God of All Promises
Walter Brueggemann's final work takes readers on a poetic journey through Genesis, bringing new hope, deep reflection, and discovery of all that God promises.In God of All Promises: A Poetic Pilgrimage through Genesis, Walter Brueggemann offers a fresh, prayerful journey that illuminates our shared faith. With poetic insight and theological depth, Brueggemann invites readers to find new meaning in each chapter of Genesis through his personal spiritual practice of praying back the Bible to the God who dwells therein. Those who engage deeply with these poems will find themselves taking time with each line, pausing so that they may engage in critical reflection on the text, appreciate the art of the text, and see the text as a script for prayer and meditation.Beginning with a scriptural epigraph and ending in prayer, every entry invites deeper engagement with the living Word, gleaning a renewed sense of God's enduring promises. Brueggemann's lifelong passion for Scripture and the faith community shines through as he draws out the persistent themes of God's presence, faithfulness, and creative love, even in humanity's messiest moments. In Genesis, he shows us a God who brings order out of chaos, calls us beyond grief and fear, and forms a people meant to bless the world.Whether you're a pastor, seeker, or lifelong learner, God of All Promises is a spiritual companion that offers a rich, imaginative resource for individual devotion, group study, or communal worship. Let these poetic meditations draw you deeper into the bold, beautiful promises of the God who is still creating life today.
The Next 31 Days
We all have challenges, obstacles, and trials in our lives. Sometimes we feel like we are going through these completely alone and no one understands our situation. However, there is One who knows your end from your beginning, One whose words always remain true yesterday, today, and forever, and One who can help you realign your life. So let go, be grateful, think positive, accept accountabiltiy, be goal oriented, use discernment, and most importantly, know Whose you are.
Do You Hear God Talking I Do and So Can You
This collection of poetry and prose illustrates how the love, mercy, grace and forgiveness of God are alive. God's forgiveness is with everyone who confesses and accepts Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. The indescribable peace, joy, love assurance and understanding of His loving words in the Holy Bible have blessed author John Nicolazzo, as they can bless anyone who lets Jesus Christ into his or her heart. The thoughts and inspirations included in this collection seek to reveal the wisdom the Holy Spirit has provideds. They explore our relationships with the world and with God and how they interact. Along with the many insights included in Do You Hear God Talking? I Do And So Can You, Nicolazzo offers poems that he has written to further reveal his own relationship with God. As a born-again sinner, he deeply examines his connection with God and and his Savior, Jesus Christ.
