Study Bible Commentary

Who was Jesus? What was His mission? The gospel of Matthew opens the New Testament with a rich portrait of the Messiah who fulfills God’s promises to Israel and proclaims the coming of God’s kingdom. In this volume, Dr. R.C. Sproul explores the events of Jesus’ life, from His miraculous birth to His triumphant resurrection, and explains some of His most famous teachings, including the Sermon on the Mount and the Great Commission. As Dr. Sproul looks back on these crucial moments in history, he also provides pastoral wisdom on how the church is to worship and serve in the present age.

Even people who are not professing Christians think they are familiar with the story of the Nativity. Every Christmas, displays of Jesus resting in a manger populate lawns and churchyards, and songs about shepherds and angels fill the air. Yet despite the abundance of these Christian references in popular culture, how many of us have examined the hard edges of this biblical story? Timothy Keller takes listeners on an illuminating journey into the surprising background of the Nativity.

Dive into the profound and multifaceted world of the book of Numbers with "Understanding the Book of Numbers," a comprehensive Bible study guide designed for clarity and ease of use. This guide is your gateway to exploring the rich history and spiritual lessons of the Israelites, all within less than a month.Structured and Insightful: With this guide, you can navigate the entire book of Numbers efficiently. Each chapter is carefully summarized, providing detailed insights into the lives of the children of Israel and their unique relationship with God. You'll gain a deeper understanding of ...

“Do you want peace?” asks James Montgomery Boice. “Are you willing to receive it at the point where Jesus indicated it may truly be found?" This fourth volume on the Gospel of John calls us to the peace that can be found in Christ’s love. Nowhere in the entire Bible can we walk on more holy ground as we listen to Christ’s final discourses.

Jesus said that the psalms spoke about him (Lk 24:44). Christ's birth, betrayal, agony, death, resurrection, ascension, coming again in glory, and his worldwide reign - all are pictured in inspired vividness. They constitute irrefutable testimony to the divine inspiration of the Scripture.

A verse by verse commentary on the book of Isaiah (chapters 1-39), taking special care to notice the local circumstances surrounding the writing (the threat of Assyria, the growth of Babylon, the sins of Judah), while allowing the many references to the coming-Christ serve as the sizzle to the steak of the letter.

The Book of Revelation is one of the most misunderstood and yet profoundly powerful books in the entire Bible. For centuries, believers have wrestled with its mysteries, drawn to its vivid imagery, prophetic declarations, and majestic portrayal of the risen Christ. But beyond its symbolism and prophecy lies a timeless message that speaks to believers of every age, offering guidance, hope, correction, and the promise of ultimate victory. Revelation Chapter 1 is the foundation upon which the entire book is built. It is here that the Apostle John receives a glorious, awe-inspiring vision of ...

Throughout much of human history, our most important stories were passed down orally - including the stories about Jesus before they became written down in the Gospels. In this fascinating and deeply researched work, leading Bible scholar Bart D. Erhman investigates the role oral history has played in the New Testament - how the telling of these stories not only spread Jesus' message but helped shape it.

Mahatma Gandhi took on a challenge to read his Bible. When he reached the book of Leviticus, he gave up. Most people determined to read their Bible give up when they reach this book. In this book, H.K. Holland breaks down the main concepts Moses addressed in the book of Leviticus. He walks you through the sacrifices, the priests, and the meaning of some purity and impurity laws. He shows you how the sacrifices were all pointing to the Great Sacrifice, the Lord Jesus Christ.

In this addition to the Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture, two well-respected New Testament scholars interpret the Gospel of John in its historical and literary setting as well as in light of the Church's doctrinal, liturgical, and spiritual tradition. They unpack the wisdom of the Fourth Gospel for the intellectual and spiritual transformation of its followers and connect the Gospel with a range of witnesses throughout the whole history of Catholicism.

This book is great for personal devotions, Bible Study, or preparing sermons. It takes an in-depth look at readings from Mark’s Gospel (chapters 1-4). It is a commentary, devotional and Bible study, all in one. Numerous passages from the Scriptures are given to explain the story of Jesus the Messiah, and to apply the good news of God’s kingdom to your spiritual life. All of the readings from Mark and all explanatory passages are printed out in full. In our daily walk with the Lord Jesus, we will explore his words and teaching. Use this book to draw nearer to Christ and to experience the...

Is it possible to have easily accessible historical background, textual explanations, helpful illustrations and Bible study questions in a Bible Commentary? It is now. With the Daniel Bullet Point Bible Commentary, the goal of this Bible Handbook is to help you understand Daniel and have helpful resources for preaching and teaching. Accessible Textual Explanations Relative Charts Helpful ideas for illustrations Potential Bible Study Questions And moreGone are the days of wading through thick commentaries. Now you can have something that is easy to use. It's a powerful new type of commentary...

Under close examination, the Book of Joshua seems to be a precursor to the book of Revelation: another Yehoshua, as Commander-in-Chief, will dispossess the Planet Earth of its usurpers - first sending in two witnesses, then with a series of judgments of sevens, finally defeating the kings with signs in the sun and moon while the kings of the Earth all hide in caves. What does the name "Joshua" mean?

Winner of the 2024 International Impact Book Award in the category of Religion. NewInBooks.com - "'Science and God: How Science and Logic Support the Bible' offers a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between faith and reason, blending scientific insights, ancient wisdom, and philosophical depth to inspire believers and skeptics alike. AllAuthor.com - Discover the profound connection between science and spirituality in "Science And God". Witness the awe-inspiring revelations that confirm the timeless truths embedded in the Bible. Uncover the incredible synergy between ancient...

In A History of the Bible, John Barton argues that the Bible is not a prescription to a complete, fixed religious system, but rather a product of a long and intriguing process, which has inspired Judaism and Christianity, but still does not describe the whole of either religion. Barton shows how the Bible is indeed an important source of religious insight for Jews and Christians alike, yet argues that it must be listened to in its historical context - from its beginnings in myth and folklore to its many interpretations throughout the centuries....

We can endure just about anything if we know our future hope is certain. Paul had used a letter to stabilize the Thessalonians concerning their hope of being “caught up,” the enemy then used a forged letter to destabilize them. The truth in this book will comfort our hearts and stabilize our minds. Features: Three steps to understanding the Rapture. The Rapture versus the Second Coming. The difference between prophecy and mystery. Verse-by-verse commentary on First and Second Thessalonians. Why God kept the mystery a secret. Several helpful maps. An abbreviated history of the Paulicians...

Jesus Christ has been given the name above all names, the highest seat of honor, the right to reign and rule. Yet the busyness of our lives and the diversions of this world often distract us from knowing the most important person we could ever know. Perhaps we need some help to see Jesus afresh. In this thoughtful study and worshipful reflection, two influential pastors draw on decades of pastoral experience in order to guide us through the whole sweep of Scripture and examine seven key qualities of Jesus's identity and ministry.

What is this book good for? It establishes a clear linear understanding of biblical text in its purpose of driving the listener to see how faithfully God executes His purpose in creation. The covenantal framework from Adam to Christ, and from creation to consummation, is a most apt way of seeing the flow of the entire biblical text. One is lifted in the journey and is able to see the entire scope of Divine Providence work out the divine decree from generation to generation, book to book, event to event, person to person.

A tool for grace pastors, teachers of Bible studies, and individual ambassadors in the organization of the local assembly, the teaching of sound doctrine, and edifying of the saints. God “will have all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth” (1 Tim. 2:4). Features: Verse-by-verse commentary of Paul’s Pastoral Epistles; The Two Ministries of Christ; Why Paul?; The Three Circles (What happens at salvation?); The Four Faithful Sayings; A portrait of Timothy; A portrait of Titus; Do the bread and cup pertain to the body of Christ?; Easter; The Tanakh explained; The ...

"Like a child eating cotton-candy at the circus, many people who expect to bite into something real end up with a mouthful of nothing. They waste priceless years on empty substitutes for reality." Through clever word pictures like this that strike the audience with their simple truth, acclaimed best-selling author and former pastor Warren Wiersbe shares priceless unchanging realities as he opens up the book of I John.