Biblical World

Church History, Volume Two chronicles the events, the triumphs, and the struggles of the Christian movement from the years leading up to the Reformation through the next five centuries to the present-day.

One of the greatest challenges facing Christians today is the powerful influence of secular thinking. From all directions we're fed a constant barrage of persuasive - yet unbiblical - worldviews. This makes it difficult to know where to stand on today's most talked-about issues. The leadership team at Grace Community Church, along with their pastor, John MacArthur, provide much-needed discernment and clarity in the midst of rampant confusion. Using the Bible as the foundation, you'll learn how to develop a Christian perspective on key issues.

Thalia Phoenix’s vacation is cut short when Simon Kessler hires her to authenticate the purported Ark of the Covenant. But is the Ark in Ethiopia the real thing or a replica? Either way, Thalia is in big trouble. If it’s the authentic Ark, opening the lid to check for the original Ten Commandments, a jar of manna and Aaron’s staff could cause instantaneous death and bring down the wrath of God upon others, too. However, if the Ark is fake, will an international incident erupt among the faithful waiting to know the truth? Unfortunately, Thalia and Charlotte are followed by a gang of ...

“In the beginning, God created the earth, and he looked upon it in His cosmic loneliness. And God said, "Let Us make living creatures out of mud, so the mud can see what We have done." And God created every living creature that now moveth, and one was man. Mud as man alone could speak. God leaned close to mud as man sat up, looked around, and spoke. Man blinked. "What is the purpose of all this?" he asked politely. "Everything must have a purpose?" asked God. "Certainly," said man. "Then I leave it to you to think of one for all this," said God. And He went away.” –Kurt Vonnegut, ...

From the earliest oral traditions to ink on parchment and ultimately the printing press, this is the story behind the best-selling book of all time. Original texts were captured and passed down from generation to generation by elders and leaders, many inked by hand in extreme conditions. Christians and Jews canonized the Christian, Catholic, and Hebrew Bibles over a period of thousands of years. Devoted people dedicated their lives throughout time to put this unique book into the hands of people worldwide.

Many have attempted to link some of the worst tragedies and delusions of history to the literal system of Biblical interpretation. This book sets the record straight! It examines the history and views of dangerous and deluded cult leaders like Jim Jones, the various date-setters who predicted the end of the world, and more. It reveals that the lunatics of history and these present times almost always utilize the figurative (liberal) view of Biblical interpretation.

Peace doesn’t have to wait for perfect circumstances. It begins where you are—right now. In a world saturated with bad news, rising tensions, and soul-deep exhaustion, Pathway to Peace in a World of Anxiety offers a gentle, scripture-rooted guide to rediscovering the kind of peace Jesus promised—a peace not as the world gives, but as only He can give. With honesty, warmth, and pastoral wisdom, Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt leads readers on a journey through the Bible’s richest teachings on peace. Each chapter includes: A teaching grounded in Scripture A meditation to draw you into ...

The final clash between good and evil is approaching—are you ready? The Battle of Armageddon: Decoding the Final Battle in Biblical Prophecy is not just another book on prophecy. It’s a bold, eye-opening revelation that uncovers the mysteries of the world’s last war, exposing the terrifying rise of the Antichrist and his armies, and the ultimate victory of Christ. As the pages turn, the prophetic scriptures come alive, and you’ll find yourself drawn into the most intense, dramatic, and decisive event in human history. What does the Bible say about the final battle that will reshape ...

Encountering Jesus in the Real World of the Gospels draws listeners into a deeper understanding of ancient Israel and first-century Judaism to better understand Jesus' ministry. Instead of viewing the Gospels through 21st-century eyes, author Cyndi Parker introduces listeners to the larger context with the weight of the Old Testament behind them.

THIS IS THE CONDENSED EBOOK VERSION- also see the lengthier version titled: "French Huguenot Protestant Reformation Movement: Historical Events and Beliefs of Christian Protestantism" (similar cover and 13,900 words). Most non-Catholic Christians are not aware of the Protestant Reformation Movement of the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries, without which, we would have no choice even today but to be Catholics. Does this sound strange to you if you’re Protestant? That’s because many Protestant pastors are not teaching their flocks about this Christian, world-changing event . I honor the ...

Whether you’re a Christian parent, youth leader, or educator who works with Generation Z, this book was written for you. As powerful ideas in our increasingly secular culture shape more of this generation, trusted leaders must share what they know about Jesus in ways that will reach them. But how? Backed by the latest research and first hand experience, this powerful book shows how to share biblical truth with a generation that desperately needs to hear it in a way that draws them in instead of pushing them away.

The modern dating system is bankrupt. It does not train young people to form a relationship but rather to form a series of relationships, hardening themselves to all but the current one. Recreational dating encourages emotional attachments without covenantal fences and makes a joke of a father's authority. The disrespect children have for their fathers in this area is an echo of the disrespect fathers have for their own office.

BECOME THE MAN YOU WERE BORN TO BE—STRONG, CONFIDENT, AND UNSTOPPABLE You know there’s more to life than what you’re living. You’ve been told to play it safe, stay in your lane, and suppress your true desires. But deep down, you feel the fire—the drive to reclaim your strength, purpose, and the respect you deserve. The Most Dangerous Man In The World is your guide to breaking free from the limits society has placed on you and stepping into the power God designed for you. Inside these pages, you’ll discover how to: Unleash your dangerous confidence—the kind that commands ...

“Welcome to the world’s greatest mystery. It has everything-clues and ciphers, red herrings, and consciously enigmatic jokes. There are villains, victims, and heroes littering the plotlines, along with ancient books, inscrutable monuments, and strange unearthly figures that flit along through the ages as if they had a purchase agreement on eternity.” The Pharaohs of Egypt, Plato, Aristotle, Sir Isaac Newton, Francis Bacon, and the late Stephen Hawking, have all sought to learn the secret of the ancient ones. A secret so powerful it can change the world. Sprinkled throughout the ...

You’ll learn about all these and more hidden facts about ancient China and its connection to the Bible in this audiobook that provides the research to the biblical background of the novel Qin: Dragon Emperor of China. But don’t worry, you don’t have to have read or listened to Qin novel to get the tremendous spiritual value out of this book.

Cultural Christians in the Early Church, which aims to be both historical and practical, argues that cultural Christians were the rule, rather than the exception, in the early church. Using different categories of sins as its organizing principle, the book considers the challenge of culture to the earliest converts to Christianity, as they struggled to live on mission in the Greco-Roman cultural milieu of the Roman Empire.

In his timely audiobook, The Power of Submission, John Tebay contends that our permissive culture’s resistance to authority has permeated the Church and that God’s clear principle of authority has become muddled, murky, or ignored. When spiritual authority is unclear, the potential for division, strife, confusion, and darkness among God’s people and the world is highly intensified, always lurking and waiting to erupt.

In this uplifting and insightful book, Dr. Jeremiah offers encouraging and inspiring words that will help you navigate the difficulties of daily life with faith, courage, and resilience. Drawing on decades of study as a pastor and teacher, Dr. Jeremiah shares practical insights and timeless wisdom from the Bible that will help you find hope, comfort, and strength in even the darkest of times.

Written with occasional humor and an easy style, and thoroughly referenced, with many entertaining "gotcha!" moments, Not the Impossible Faith is a must-listen for anyone interested in the origins of Christianity. Richard Carrier, PhD, is an expert in the history of the ancient world and a critic of Christian attempts to distort history in defense of their faith.

When will Jesus return? Are there signs in the Bible that tell us? There are hundreds of books written about prophecy and the signs of the times showing that we are in the end times because of something the author interpreted from the Bible. The problem with signs of the end times is that there is nothing in the Bible to back up what they say. The opposite is true, Jesus said we will not know when he will return, he will come like a thief in the night, so we need to be ready all the time. There are many Bible prophecies that have come true and many more that will come true. God has given us...