New Testament Biblical

A man who has consciously and deliberately walked the path of Christ, John Shelby Spong has lived his entire life inside the Christian Church. In this profound and considered work, he offers a radical new way to look at the gospels today as he shows just how deeply Jewish the Christian Gospels are and how much they reflect the Jewish scriptures, history, and patterns of worship.

An Exegetical and Theological Exposition of the Scriptures. Walk through the letter that the Apostle Paul wrote to the community of faithful Christian believers who were scattered about the region of ancient Asia Minor as he sought to share the gospel message in an encouraging and instructive manner. This was Peter's magnus opus, a work that has served to encourage and guide Christians for these many centuries. The text is organized into 18 short Bible studies, each useful for a 30-minute personal study, or an hour group study. Table of Contents 1 Peter 1:1-12. An Affirmation of Hope 9-2 1 ...

An easy-to-understand version of the Bible. God's Word has the power to change lives. Want to know what's to come? Need to understand who Jesus is? Do you have fear or anxiety? Do you feel empty inside? If you need love, understanding, peace, joy...the Bible holds the answers you need. Contains all 27 books books of The New Testament.

Leading Bible scholar John Dominic Crossan, the author of the pioneering work The Historical Jesus, provides new insight into the Christian culture wars which began in the New Testament and persist strongly today. For decades, Americans have been divided on how Christians should relate to government and lawmakers, a dispute that has impacted every area of society and grown more rancorous over the past forty years. But as Crossan makes clear, this debate isn’t new; it can be found in the New Testament itself, most notably in the tensions between Luke-Acts and Revelations.

Established in 2000, The purpose of the Journal of Biblical Theology is to provide an outlet for theologians and theology students in the field of Biblical Theology to share their research in a peer-reviewed journal environment. Consequently, papers are invited to be submitted by graduate students and those who have completed graduate degrees in any field of Christian theology and/or biblical studies. Each volume of the Journal contains a minimum of twelve articles submitted by authors from around the world that address a wide range of topics in the field of Christian Theology. The Journal ...

Todd Heller is an arrogant ER physician who stubbornly denies the existence of God. A ministering angel forces him back in time to the harsh, primitive culture of ancient Israel so he can witness the miracles of Jesus with his own eyes. Meticulously researched for historical accuracy, this plot is woven into the gospel account of the final year of Christ’s ministry. Christians who fantasize about going back in time to witness the miracles of Jesus will enjoy the realistic depiction of life in ancient Israel as experienced from a 21st century mentality. This novel is the sequel to The ...

Thomas Schreiner, a respected scholar and a trusted voice for many students and pastors, offers a substantial and accessibly written overview of the whole Bible. He traces the storyline of the scriptures from the standpoint of biblical theology, examining the overarching message that is conveyed throughout. Schreiner emphasizes three interrelated and unified themes that stand out in the biblical narrative: God as Lord, human beings as those who are made in God's image, and the land or place in which God's rule is exercised.

A Comprehensive and Enlightening Commentary on Paul's Letters to the Corinthians by a Key Figure of the Protestant Reformation Philipp Melanchthon, a close collaborator of Luther and a central figure in the Protestant Reformation, offers a profound and insightful analysis of Paul's Epistles to the Corinthians in this essential commentary. As in his commentary on Romans, Melanchthon delves into the theological and doctrinal complexities presented by Paul, addressing crucial themes such as church life, Christian ethics, spiritual gifts, and the resurrection. Written in an accessible and clear...

At the moment when Jesus entered the realm of redemptive history, God's people and the hurting world needed no further promises or prophecies. The one thing they lacked was fulfillment—they needed the promised Messiah and his consummate kingdom to come. Noted theologian O. Palmer Robertson's three-volume Christ of the Consummation explores progressive revelation across the redemptive history of the New Testament.

In the 1990s, Glenn was invited to begin a weekly Sunday radio series where he would tell inspirational stories on the air, similar to the stories of well known radio host Paul Harvey. Over the ensuing years, the stories of Jesus and the New Testament were his favorite subject in those stories.

The Apostle Paul famously wrote that if Jesus did not rise from the dead, then the Christian faith is in vain. In this volume, Dr. Jeffrey Morrow examines the historical evidence for Jesus' resurrection. Dr. Morrow's thorough investigation examines the arguments and weighs the evidence, demonstrating that the Christian confession of Jesus' resurrection best explains the known historical facts. The main narrative is accessible to a wide lay audience. The book includes detailed endnotes and bibliography for the interested scholar. “Dr. Jeffrey Morrow is a brilliant theologian whose work on ...

Eminent biblical scholar Michael D. Coogan offers here a wide-ranging and stimulating exploration of the Old Testament, illuminating its importance as history, literature, and sacred text.

Combining research from Asian scholars with his many years of experience living and working in East Asia, Brad directs our attention to Paul's letter to the Romans. He argues that some traditional East Asian cultural values are closer to those of the first-century biblical world than common Western cultural values. In addition, he adds his voice to the scholarship engaging the values of honor and shame in particular and their influence on biblical interpretation.

Liturgical dance is becoming more and more popular in today’s average worship services. There are so many different forms of dance that can be used in a liturgical setting, that is, a public worship service where the work of Christ’s redemption continues through His body of believers. Most people just call it “praise dancing.” This book was written as a means to impart revelation knowledge into the Body of Christ concerning the praise and worship dance ministry. It is to serve as an introduction to those new in this particular type of ministry and is intended to serve as a means of ...

Who was Jesus? Historical sources portray a person who was complex, multi-layered, and often contradictory to the tidy portrait that much of modern Christianity paints him as. Even the gospel accounts render him as both judge and healer, teacher and temple, servant and savior. A Doubter's Guide to Jesus is a persuasive and often challenging investigation into the historical figure found in the earliest sources. These sources, which include references both direct and indirect - from Roman, Jewish, and Christian accounts - offer us more than simple evidence that Jesus existed.

The Holy Bible New Testament, Authorized King James Version, narrated by Daniel David Jensen.

Best-selling author and national radio host Dr. Andrew Farley is known to challenge legalistic and lifeless interpretations with his discerning take on controversial scriptures. In Twisted Scripture, Andrew skewers sacred cows and shatters destructive lies, bringing the undiluted truth about God's love and grace in a colorful and conversational look at the most controversial passages in the New Testament.

Unlock the Secrets of Biblical Typology – Your Gateway to Profound Theological Insights! Are you ready to dive into the profound depths of Biblical Typology? Discover the hidden connections between the Old and New Testaments that unveil a unified, divine plan across centuries. "TYPOLOGY: The Connecting Link Between Old and New Testament Theology" is your definitive guide to understanding the intricate tapestry of Scripture, meticulously woven with prophetic symbols and divine revelations. This groundbreaking book offers a scholarly yet accessible exploration of Biblical Typology, shedding...

When everyone else saw a dangerous enemy, one man saw potential for redemption. Barnabas changed Christianity by believing people deserve second chances. From vouching for persecutor Saul of Tarsus to restoring deserter John Mark, he chose grace over caution. This gripping novel follows the encourager whose gift for seeing potential in broken people helped shape the early church. Discover the power of second chances. Get “Barnabas: The Apostle of Second Chances” today.

The journey through seminary is not only a daunting task, but is also extremely disorienting in that once completed, one is never the same and can never return to where one began her or his Christian experience. During my courses at Gardner-Webb University, School of Divinity, I suggested that I would, at some point, I would encourage my students to publish their papers. Here is the fulfillment of that vision. Jamaal Edwards, Esquire, was one of my exceptional students who began his studies as a fundamentalist and grew well beyond his fourth paradigm shift in his faith and view of the Holy ...