Outline : This sequel to G. K. Beale's renowned A New Testament Biblical Theology fleshes out nineteen significant theological realities and benefits of the believer's union with the resurrected Christ. Union with Christ is an important theological and practical concept that has received considerable attention in recent years. But not much consideration has been given to this union and its bene…
Outline : The book of Joel bears witness to the power of prophetic literature. With vivid imagery - locusts, droughts, invasions, apocalyptic signs - the book guides readers through visions of devastation and terror to promises of restoration and hope. In his commentary, Joel Barker explores the meaning of this prophetic book and how Joel's understanding of God, his people, and his creation fin…
Outline : "A contribution to Christology that is an edifying as it is scholarly" This book challenges reductive modern readings of the transfiguration and shows how the mountain scene is not only about Jesus's glory as man but about his glory as God.
Outline : When we read Scripture, we enter the divine classroom for sanctifying instruction. In Taught by God, Brandon D. Smith contends that Scripture is not simply a collection of historical facts or moral rules; it is an encounter with the living God. Engaging with figures such as Origen, Justin, Hugh of St. Victor, Aquinas, and Luther, Smith illustrates how a premodern way of reading Script…
Outline : Over 2 million readers around the world have had their spiritual lives enriched and their understanding of God’s Word expanded by The MacArthur Study Bible. Drawing on more than fifty years of dedicated pastoral and scholarly work, Dr. John MacArthur’s verse-by-verse study notes, book introductions, and articles display an unparalleled commitment to interpretive precision—with t…
Outline : How is it that a first-generation Jewish messianic movement undertook a mission to the pagan world and rapidly achieved a momentum that would have a lasting and significant impact on world history? This momentous question has surprisingly eluded the concentrated focus of historians and New Testament scholars. Perhaps it is because the story of early Christian mission encompasses so mu…
Outline : Do you know what love is? It means that I'll be kind, and try to be the sweetest friend that you could ever find. Love is kind, patient, full of hope, and so much more! Celebrate love with your little one as you read this perfect cuddle-up read-aloud book that features. 1 Corinthians 13: 4-8
Outline : Reading the Old Testament doesn't need to be a difficult journey through strange and bewildering territory. How to Read the Old Testament Book by Book walks you through the Scriptures like an experienced tour guide, helping you understand each of its thirty-nine books. For each book of the Old Testament, the authors start with a quick snapshot, then expand the view to help you better …
Outline: Soli Deo Gloria! Martin Luther, John Calvin, Jonathan Edwards, Charles Spurgeon, Theodore Beza, Francis Turretin, Huldych Zwingli - these are the voices that began and propelled the message of the Protestant Reformation. Centuries later, their collective voices echoes the solid foundation of our faith drawn from the sacred words of Scripture. Inspired by their work, Captivating Grace i…
Outline: A Concise history of the Bible : its creation, use, and interpretation.
Outline : For most Bible readers, the book of Revelation is a riddle that fascinates and frustrates. Scholars and teachers have proposed different keys to its interpretation. However, neither the 'futurist' nor the historical-critical approach adequately demonstrates the ongoing, vital relevance of the Apocalypse for the contemporary church. Brian Tabb stresses the importance of the canonical c…
Outline : In this one-of-a-kind volume, author and poet Gracia Grindal has written 366 sonnets based on the life and ministry of Jesus to inspire meditation and reflection. Each poem entry is based on a specific biblical connection and relates to a holy day or season. The book's introduction provides historic background on Gospel harmonies, tells the story of how the author created the sonnets,…
Outline : If we want to know the truth about God, we need a sound approach to incorporating what the whole Bible teaches. In this concise introduction to systematic theology, theologian Graham A. Cole explores how we move from Scripture to doctrine in order to shape what we believe, what we value, and how we live. He shows us the importance of having the right method: rooted in the word of God,…
Outline : Hello Daddy! We want to know you. And be close to you. Please show us how. With lyrical text from The Jesus Storybook Bible and new illustrations. The Lord's Prayer comes alive for children like never before. Cuddle up with your little one as you both discover God's Never Stopping, Never Giving Up, Unbreaking, Always and Forever Love.
Outline : How is it that a first-generation Jewish messianic movement undertook a mission to the pagan world and rapidly achieved a momentum that would have a lasting impact on world history? In this monumental study, Eckhard Schnabel provides a unified and detailed picture of the rise and growth of early Christian mission. He begins with a search for a missionary impulse in the Old Testament a…
Outline: A Theology of Marriage for the Contemporary Church. Darrin Snyder Belousek takes a distinctive approach to the same-sex-union debate by framing the issue as a matter of marriage and articulates a biblical-traditional theology of marriage for the contemporary church.
Outline : "This book will stimulate and sharpen the thinking of any pastor or teacher" This accessible introduction to hermeneutics helps students and pastors better interpret and understand God's Word.
Outline: Learning Greek is one thing. Retaining it and using it in preaching, teaching, and ministry is another. Greek for Life offers practical guidance, inspiration, and motivation to help readers learn, retain, and use Greek for ministry, setting hem on a lifelong journey of reading and loving the Greek New Testament. The book also surveys helpful resources for recovering Greek after a long …
Outline: "Required reading for every current and future cross-cultural worker" Drawing on decades of teaching and mission experience, leading missiologist Darrell Whiteman helps people in ministry learn how to explore and understand their social, cultural, and religious context so they can more effectively witness to people in cultural different from their own.
Outline: This introduction to the Pentateuch identifies the major themes of the first five books of the Bible, guiding readers through this crucial portion of the Old Testament. The fourth edition has been substantially updated throughout.
Outline: Eight classic Bible stories from the Old and New Testaments are in this The Beginner's Bible I Can Read collection, including the stories of Creation, Noah, Esther, David, Daniel, Jonah, the Nativity, and the Resurrection. Learn about God's love and practice early reading skills with this My First level treasury. My First. Basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustration…
Outline: The History of Apologetics follows the great apologists of church history to understand how they approached the task of apologetics in their own cultural and theological context. Each chapter looks at the life of a well-known apologist from history, unpacks their methodology, and details how they approached the task of defending the faith. By better understanding how apologetics has be…
Outline: As you look to the future for Christ’s return, learn how to live now for his glory. James Boice was known in his pastoral ministry for offering clear, practical, and biblical instruction. Never before published, this dynamic work on Revelation 1–6 gives his final thoughts on the church and on worship, as well as on facing trials in the light of heavenly realities and Christ’s re…
Outline: The Will in Its Theological Relations addresses human freedom and God's decrees within a nineteenth-century debate over full-blown determinism. More specifically, John L. Girardeau challenges Jonathan Edward's doctrine of the will and its tendency to identify certain foreknowledge with causal necessity. While appreciative of Edwards as a brilliant thinker and spiritual giant, Girardeu …
Outline: A Journey through the Bible for Kids Reading the Bible is like taking a trip through God's story, setting out to explore and experience the beautiful views found within. But without a map, it's easy to get lost. Exploring the Bible leads kids ages 6–12 through the Bible one day at a time over the course of a year. For use alongside any Bible, this workbook will help them see the ov…
Outline : Introduce Kids to the Savior of the World This Bible reading plan for children ages 6–12 guides them through the life of Christ over the course of a year, teaching kids what Scripture says about Jesus. In less than five minutes a day, children will get to know the life and teachings of Jesus and his offer of abundant life to all who believe in him. Each weekly entry includes: -…
Outline: There are many misconception about what it means to be humble. Some think that being humble involves hinding your talents or denying your value, making humility an impossible burden. In this book, Gavin Ortlund casts a vision for a gospel-centered, externally focused life, exploring Scripture and historical texts in order to define humility as God does - self-forgetfulness leading to j…
Outline: "What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?" The apostles endured persecution, imprisonment, and death for spreading the good news of the gospel - even rejoicing as they suffered for Christ. How can Christians live courageous lives worthy of the gospel today? This book explores the Christian virtue of fortitude, arguing that when courage is used in…
Outline: "This is protestant theology at its very best" Protestants often view the doctrine of good works with suspicion. This book shows how biblical exegesis, systematic and historical theology, and practical theology can together contribute to the recovery of a robust account of good works.
Outline: Covenant theology is the study of God's eternal, unchanging purpose to bring a people to Himself through covenantal relationship. That redeeming purpose unfolds through-out divine revelation and redemptive history - from the eternal, intra-Trinitarian counsel of the Godhead to the consummation of history in the new heavens and the new earth. In God to Us, Stephen G. Myers explains this…
Outline: In pre-Christian Jewish writings, "Son of Man" was not a title, and a certainly did not indicate divinity. It was simply an expression for a man. Yet the term has held considerable interest among scholars of Christology for its use in describing Jesus in the gospels. And among those studying messianism in Second Temple Judaism, consensus about the valences of "Son of Man" in Scripture …
Outline: Reconciling the existence of God and evil has been a long-standing conundrum in Christian theology, yet a philosophical approach - rather than a theological one - dominates the discussion. Turning to the Bible's grand storyline, Scott Christensen examines how sin, evil, corruption, and death fit into the broad outlines of redemptive history. He argues that God's ultimate end in creatio…
Outline: How can we believe the Bible is true? Why can't we just agree that love is love? Isn't Christianity against diversity? Going to school, hanging out with friends, or scrolling through social media feeds, teenagers are sure to face real challenges to faith in Jesus Christ. And whether you consider yourself a Christ follower or not, these questions can seem like deal breakers. Backed by…
Outline: Although the Bible does not always speak explicitly to modern issues, it does give us guiding principles as we think about how we might vote or act as political figures ourselves. In The Bible and the Ballot Tremper Longman demonstrates how to use the Bible in this manner, then tackles topics ranging from poverty and criminal justice to immigration and environmental stewardship, citing…
Outline : Join Holy Land expert and tour guide Dr. Charlie Dyer on a trip through Israel. Blending history, rich biblical teaching, and humor, Experiencing the Land of the Book: A Life-Changing Journey through Israel connects its travelers to fifty highlights—all through stories and an illustrated travelogue. Readers will be captivated by the more than 260 color images of places like Caesarea…
Outline: Adored by many, the book of Psalms is a collection of poetry, voicing a wide variety of human emotions, expressed in different genres, and for all of life's circumstances. You may love and relate to the Psalms, but how well do you understand them? How to Read and Understand the Psalms will give readers the necessary tools to learn how to properly interpret and internalize this treasure…
Outline : Often hailed as one of the greatest chapters in the Bible, the prophecy of the suffering servant in Isaiah 53 foretells the crucifixion of Jesus, the central event in God’s ultimate plan to redeem the world. This book explains the prophetic words of Isaiah 53 verse by verse, highlighting important connections to the history of Israel and to the New Testament―ultimately showing us …
Outline : To many modern readers the prophecies of Ezekiel are a mystery. This commentary by Daniel Block - which completes his two-volume study of the whole book of Ezekiel - seeks to answer the questions that contemporary readers bring to the text by examining the language, the message, and the methods of this obscure and often misunderstood Hebrew prophet. The result of twelve years of study…
Outline : VR TECHNOLOGY ISN'T JUST COMING... IT'S ALREADY HERE ARE YOU READY TO USE IT FOR CHRIST? When the printing press came along, Christians harnessed its power for the gospel. Then came radio. Television. The internet. Smartphones. All of these technologies have been used for good... but at what cost? Now it's virtual reality's turn. You might think VR and its related technologies are a…
Outline: Family Devotions Made Easy! Enjoy having 52 weekly family devotions that you can do in as little as 5 minutes! When your schedule is packed with errands and extracurriculars, making time for family prayer can feel like a chore. How can you keep little kids, preteens, and parents engaged in prayer? 52 Weekly Devotions for Family Prayer offers a year's worth of unique family prayer meth…
Outline : Satan is real—on that the Bible is certain—but so is his ultimate defeat. “Satan will be defeated and abolished. Eternity will not be disfigured by the self-seeking, deceit, hatred, and accusations of the Adversary, but God will be all in all and the redeemed will be for ever satisfied with their Lord, who has turned Paradise lost into Paradise regained.” High among the lis…
Outline : For many, the doctrine of predestination is intimidating. Often tried to personal emotions and heated debate, this topic can be difficult to study - let alone view as a blessing. This addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series carefully examines God's word to answer fifteen commonly asked questions regarding the doctrines of election and reprobation. While reading, yo…