English Bible

What follows is not a translation in the ordinary sense of the word. It’s more like a paraphrase. Rather than worry over the letter of the text, the goal has been to illuminate the large scale patterns that structure it. The King James Version, for instance, renders Paul’s letter with uncanny beauty but is opaque as an argument. Modern translations tend to have the same problem. Their overriding concern is with the letter of the text, not with its logic. As a result, Paul’s forest is always getting sacrificed for the sake of his trees. But Paul’s work is too important, his good news...

You can meet Hannah in 1 Samuel, chapters 1 and 2. The Bible says she was "barren", and we know she suffered heartache, anguish, and grief because of her empty arms. Perhaps you do, too. Hannah's Hope is for all who long for a child yet to be conceived, grieve for a baby too soon passed from the womb, or have lived through the no-man's-land of failed adoption. It is intended as a guide to assist you in making wise decisions as you struggle through your grief.

Paul’s letter to the Philippians is rich with wisdom and direction for our time. We learn so much in its few pages about the purpose of Christian suffering. We see God’s hand pulling all the levers and strings behind the scenes, sovereignly directing all that befalls His people. And we see the glorious results as the gospel is more widely preached. Paul writes the epistle from prison in Rome, while he waits to see if he will be executed or set free. We see in the letter many of the real-life difficulties that believers face in the battles for humility, righteousness and obedience. The ...

Psalms speak to us as they express an array of human emotions — joy, fear, gratitude, rage, hope, and more. Yet, much of this is lost in most translations because: Few English speakers understand or can even read the original Hebrew. Nuances and poetry in the Hebrew words of Psalms are difficult to translate. Psalms often refer to people, places, events, and practices unknown to us today. The translator's word choice sometimes infers meanings not intended in the Hebrew.So, we lose much of the emotion that tugs at the heart every bit as much as it calls to the intellect. Much of Psalms is ...

Spurgeon’s “John Ploughman’s Talk” in Modern English. Original subtitle: Plain Advice for Plain People. From Spurgeon’s Introduction: ”Written for plowmen and common people. Refined taste and dainty words have beed discarded for strong proverbial expressions and homey phrases." The chapters first appeared in Spurgeon's "The Sword and the Trowel" magazine. This Updated for Today's Reader edition is unabridged and includes the original illustrations

You don't need a theology degree to understand the Bible—you just need 60 days. Join bestselling author Zach Windahl on a journey to a deeper, more meaningful relationship with God through his Word. On this 60-day journey through the big picture of God's Word, you'll stop seeing Bible reading as confusing, overwhelming, or a guilt-inducing item on your to-do list and start seeing it as the first place to turn for direction, wisdom, and peace.

The enduring influence of the New Testament does not lessen the dispute over the events and factors leading to its adoption. Five Views on the New Testament Canon presents five distinct ways of understanding how the New Testament came to be. Each contributor addresses historical, theological, and hermeneutical questions related to the New Testament canon. Contributors also include a chapter each responding to the other views presented in the volume. The result is a lively exchange suitable for students seeking to grasp the best canon scholarship in biblical studies.

Independent Baptist Pastor Duncan N. deWatters guides the reader through the Scripture, showing how God used specific stars in the heavens as markers and prophecy to exalt His Son, Jesus Christ and predict His birth and, ultimately, His return for His People. In a day when new "prophets" are appearing every year, saying the Lord is here, or the Lord is there, Pastor deWatters goes to the Old Book and shows the Christian reader how to discern what is Scriptural and what is nonsense in "End Times" ministries.

The Early Church – From Jerusalem to the Nations is a captivating exploration of the remarkable journey of the first Christians as they spread the gospel from a small gathering in Jerusalem to the far reaches of the Roman Empire. Rooted in the Book of Acts, this book delves into the key events, powerful transformations, and bold witness of the apostles and early believers, who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, carried the message of salvation across cultural and geographic boundaries. Through this insightful and compelling narrative, you’ll discover: - How the Holy Spirit guided and ...

13 Meditations that will change your life! "There are only 6 verses in the twenty third psalm, yet those 6 verses speak volumes. This book of meditations draws from those 6 verses and asks you to reflect, to think and learn, to pray and meditate, to express gratitude and be comforted, not because your life is easy or effortless, but because you are in the care of the Great Shepherd. " --Dan Phillips A timely look at a timeless passage of scripture. There are 13 meditations in this book. Each meditation then has 7 questions for you to think, pray and meditate on. The 23rd Psalm is a song of ...

This is how much God loved the world: He gave his Son, his one and only Son. And this is why: so that no one need to be destroyed; by believing in him, anyone can have a whole and lasting life.

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The Devil Wants You Bound by Debt, Broke, and Financially Fruitless. So… What Are You Going to Do About It? You are going to decree your way to financial breakthrough, that’s what! In Just Decree for Your Finances ©, author Sebastien Richard invites you to take back what the Enemy has stolen by decreeing a holy storm of heavenly financial favor. Yes, it’s time for you to start receiving wealth from the vaults of Heaven by aligning yourself with the Word of God in financial matters. Why? Because you’ve got better things to do than be in lack. With close to two-thousand wealth-...

This book is a set of affirmations based on the wisdom of King Solomon, one of the richest and wisest kings in all of history. They are referenced from the Books of Proverbs and Ecclesiastes in the Bible, and written by James Riddle, the author of the bestselling Complete Personalized Promise Bible series. So, what are affirmations? An affirmation is a positive assertion. It is an expression of an agreement that something is true. When we make an affirmation, it does not necessarily line up with apparent observable facts. Our affirmation is actually designed to either affirm present ...

The Petrine verses (or Biblical passages referring to St. Peter, his role, and the office of the papacy) are perhaps the most controverted passages in the history of Christianity in the last 1, 000 years. This study of St. Peter’s role in the Bible puts to rest any doubts about the true sources for and meaning behind Jesus’s commission to St. Peter (Matthew 16:18), not to mention numerous other passages out of both the Old and New Testaments. Employing language accessible to an average reader, all historically debated passages about St. Peter and the papacy are unpacked so that their ...

All of us have been through losses, pain and hardships but God promises to restore us. Have you experienced loss, pain, or setbacks? This prayer book, God Restores: Prayers & Promises for Restoration is a powerful Christian devotional filled with restoration prayers. Powerful prayers to pray and declare the Scriptures (Bible verses) of God’s unlimited grace and love that will bring comfort and strength when we need it the most. This uplifting prayer book for spiritual growth will guide you through 15 key areas of restoration including: Hope and peace Emotional healing Physical health ...

This theology book contains a thorough discussion of eight doctrinal topics: the Bible, the Godhead, angels, humanity, the person and work of Jesus Christ, salvation, the church, and the last things.

Jesus the Christ was an enlightened teacher of consciousness. Like the Buddha and other enlightened beings over the ages, he was born to this world to show us how to master our minds, to teach us how to inwardly align ourselves to a Universal, Infinite, Loving, Creative Intelligence, and to demonstrate how to master the Law of Cause and Effect. "Let’s Get Metaphysical" digs deeper into the teachings of Jesus to unearth Divine Truth. Jesus spoke in code, requiring us to turn inward, reflect, and de-code the metaphysical Truth behind his teachings. Like the morning sun, the hidden meaning ...

You'll get FOUR full-length novels in one boxed set, Clean and Wholesome American mail order bride historical western romance Stories full of heart in this Collection Three(Books 9 - 12) of Twin Creek's Rain Ranch Romance Series boxed set collection by bestseller and Kindle All-Star author Katie Wyatt! When they set out west to become mail order brides, Lizzy, Thea, Arabella, and Milly have no ideas that their paths will cross in the town of Twin Creeks. They don’t know that they’ll soon fall deeply in love with their respective beaus or that they’ll quickly become the best of ...

A Guide to Profiting from Disruptive Technologies The financial landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), cryptocurrency, blockchain, and automation. Investors who can anticipate these changes will build untold wealth, while those who cling to old methods risk being left behind. In The New Age Investing Bible, renowned investor Dr. Paul demystifies these transformative technologies and provides a roadmap for capitalizing on the future of finance. This comprehensive guide simplifies the complex world of emerging ...