Study Commentaries

A commentary on the gospel of John and the three epistles of John. The writings of John have a very special focus on God the Father. Many people who know Jesus, or claim to know him, have a limited or nonexistent personal knowledge of God the Father. It is, of course, essential for us to know Jesus, but his fervent desire is that we may also know the Father so intimately that we can ask him for whatsoever we will in Jesus’ name and our prayers may be granted.

A verse-by-verse in-depth consideration of one of the most important books of the Bible. The book of Hebrews is often under-studied because many Bible readers are unfamiliar with its purpose. This commentary expands on the narratives and arguments of its original inspired author, in order to walk the reader through the epistle, step-by-step. Thus the book will: (1) show the purpose, functions and limitations of the Old Law (2) explain the greatness of Christianity in contrast to the Israelite Covenant (3) offer encouragement to Christians who may be (as the original readers were) ...

Bring the bible home for deeper devotional use and understanding. Bible Smarts provides for each book an overview of its authorship and historical setting, plus its stories and themes.

A chance discovery of letters written by her immigrant grandfather leads Jessica J. Lee to her ancestral homeland, Taiwan. There, she seeks his story while growing closer to the land he knew. Lee hikes mountains home to Formosan flamecrests, birds found nowhere else on earth, and swims in a lake of drowned cedars. Throughout, Lee unearths surprising parallels between the natural and human stories that have shaped her family and their beloved island.

Ever since he was given a copy of Arthur C. Clarke's Mysterious World for his ninth birthday, Dom has been obsessed with the world of cryptozoology—monster hunting—and in Scary Monsters and Super Creeps, he heads to six completely different destinations to investigate local monster sightings. Are the monsters all the product of fevered minds, or is there a sliver of truth somewhere in the madness? Either way, the search gives Dom an excuse to dive into six fascinating destinations on a gloriously nutty adventure.

We can go on a treasure hunt in the Bible, to not only know more about our Lord Jesus Christ but also His instructions for us while we wait for Him. First and Second Thessalonians are written to a model church to give them further instruction and assure them of their pre-Tribulation rapture. First Timothy is Paul’s charge to Timothy to keep the doctrine the same as when Christ gave it to Paul, and how the local church is to operate. Second Timothy is Paul’s challenge to Timothy before his death. Titus is Paul’s instruction to Titus to continue the ministry in the midst of apostasy. ...

In "Philemon Bible Study: Slavery In Scripture," embark on a profound journey through the often-neglected book of Philemon, where the intersection of faith and social dynamics comes to life. This insightful exploration delves into the complexities of slavery as depicted in the Bible, unravelling the layers of historical context, cultural nuances, and ethical considerations surrounding this controversial topic. As readers navigate the verses of Philemon, they will discover a rich tapestry of wisdom that not only addresses the challenging issues of the time but also provides timeless lessons ...

MORE THAN A LOVE STORY - YOUR PATHWAY TO HOPE IN TIMES OF CRISIS AND ADVERSITY “Better Than I Dreamed is a transformative journey through the Old Testament Book of Ruth, skillfully weaving biblical wisdom with real-life experiences. The author’s dynamic approach to biblical hermeneutics offers practical ways for believers to reshape their thinking and embrace enduring hope. A must-read for anyone seeking faith, growth, and a future better than imagined.” Rev. Dr. Owen Wilson Education Officer & Pastor Fairview Open Bible Church In Better Than I Dreamed, bestselling author C. Ruth ...

Christian men and women across the country experience leadership in many different ways. Some lead a congregation, youth group or ministry, some in their homes, businesses, or non-professional organizations. The lives of many followers of Christ are marked by a combination of these roles. In Leadership by the Book, Brent Garrison offers examples from each book of the Old and New Testaments of how God's servants have led his people

This book focuses on the most significant biblical reflection of God's purpose for choosing President Trump, His End-Time vessel.

The Daily Visits Series is a collection of devotions written over more than fifteen years. These brief studies, collected together, now form a simple commentary of specific portions of the Word of God. My prayer is that they may be helpful to the reader for Personal devotions Bible study or perhaps Sermon starter ideas.

Are you in search of the truth and want to delve into the study of Matthew systematically? Dr Andrew C S Koh's The Gospel According to Matthew is the perfect book for you! This Expository Commentary, Daily Devotion, and Bible Study Guide was first published during the pandemic of 2020-2022. It offers easy-to-understand insights from Christ through Scripture, helping readers encounter Him in simple yet interesting ways. As you read, reread, study and reflect upon its content, you will encounter His Presence within it all. This book helps readers study Matthew's Gospel in a devotional and ...

Because of the warm fuzzy ambiance and economic impact of Christmas, Dr. John MacArthur is convinced that we are missing the enormous impact of the reality behind the season. In his usual easy-to-digest style, he takes us beyond the tinsel and the seasonal hype to offer us an encounter with the miracle and mystery of the birth of Christ. Let God inject new life and meaning into your celebration of the coming of Christ as you use this simple volume to review what the Bible says about his birth.

Galatians graciously expounds how the saved sinner has been declared safe from damnation by faith alone in the risen Saviour, and how our heavenly hope is more than enough to help us stay on the straight on narrow for God's glory when we live by faith. But false teachers were turning this once-solid church into a legalistic church, resulting in Paul having to reaffirm the correct gospel. This 65-page book is perfect to show self-righteous people their absolute folly when trying to save themselves by their “good works” or “keeping the law,” and equally it is perfect to show ...

More than a message of Christ’s triumph, the final chapters of the Gospel of John describe how we can triumph as well. Volume 5 covers chapters 18-21 and deals with the culmination of Christ’s earthly ministry, centering on his betrayal, trial, death, and resurrection.

The Commentaries by Julius Caesar contains eight books on the Gallic War in addition to all three books on the Civil War. Brilliantly translated, these commentaries provide an account of the many extraordinary events of these wars, brought to life by the words of Julius Caesar himself. If you have ever wondered about the events and thoughts that shaped the mind of Caesar, these commentaries will provide you with that insight.

What is this book about? The Women in His Life: What Jesus Saw in Them gives the reader a peek into the mind of Jesus through the creative expression of the author as she imagines his relationships with the women of the New Testament. The reader will discover a collection of forty-three stories about women in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. Each story begins with a verse or verses from the New Testament, followed by the words the author imagines Jesus would have spoken to express his thoughts and feelings about the women he interacted with or heard about during his life. The ...

Sir Robert Anderson (1841-1918) was an Assistant Commissioner of the London Metropolitan Police. This book is his response to F.W. Farrar who had dismissed the historical claims of the book of Daniel according to the method of "higher criticism". Anderson argues that the book of Daniel was indeed written by Daniel, a Jewish official in the Babylonian and Persian court.

Titus Andronicus is believed to be Shakespeare's first tragedy and the revenge play is among the most violent and bloody of his canon. The story tells of a famous Roman general engaged in a cycle of revenge with his opponents. The version is abridged and adapted into plain English. This is a theatrical audio production by a full cast.

Quoi qu'en disent les pragmatiques à outrance, les utilitaires, ce que l'Homme cherche tout le long de sa vie, ce qu'il poursuit plus que le pain et tout le bien-être matériel, c'est le savoir. L'essence même de notre vie est de tendre non pas à être mieux, mais à être plus. Or, un instinct plus fort que toutes les remontrances des sceptiques et des faux sages nous en avertit : pour être plus, il faut d'abord que nous sachions plus.