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The events and lessons learned at all of the named mountains, valleys, and plains in the Bible. A geography lesson of Israel and the location and people through Bible history.

Jamie Buckingham's remarkable book Miracle Power takes us on an exciting adventure through the history and culture that surrounded some of Jesus' most notable miracles. If you believe in your head but doubt in your heart that God still works miracles, you will find a great way to take a closer that this look at the miracles of Jesus—then and now.

Today's story is about a man many people didn't like. They called him a sinner, which is funny because aren't we all sinners? Don't we all make mistakes and do things we shouldn't?

If you think you know Bible history, you could be stunned by many findings in this book. From what Trinity means, to the day Jesus died, to mislabeled silent years, it will shock the senses with omissions in Bible studies and church services. From misguided preachers to those in it for celebrity status, radio programs, book deals, and speaking engagements, Jesus would admonish many churches and leaders for lack of discipline and rigor. You might be outraged that what is routinely taught covers less than 50 percent of the New Testament, and far less of the Old Testament.

In the Bible we find "The Book of Life" which was created by God before the beginning of the world. It contains all the names that will live with God in eternity. The song "The Book of Life" sung by Chey & Diana at the end of the message gives the audience the opportunity to reflect on the message.

Timely and provocative, Generation Freedom looks at the historic youth uprisings sweeping the Middle East and what they mean for the future of peace, coexistence, and relations with the West. At a time when the world is asking how the Arab Spring and the death of Osama bin Laden will reshape our times, Bruce Feiler, bestselling author of Walking the Bible and Abraham, offers a vivid behind-the-scenes portrait of history in the making. Generation Freedom offers a hopeful vision....

An in-depth analysis of end-time prophecy concerning the Middle East: what is the spirit of mystery Babylon, how does Jerusalem fit into Middle East prophecy, does the Bible give a deeper reason for the Iraqi War, is the great battle of Armageddon near, can the Jews and Arabs be reconciled. These and many other fascinating questions are answered by Messianic Jewish scholar Keith Intrater.

Paul Beauchamp, grand spécialiste de l'exégèse, trace à travers 50 portraits de deux ou trois pages chacun les grandes clés de l'Ancien Testament. Mais il ne fait pas que décrire et résumer les faits et gestes des grandes "figures" de la Bible, il nous permet d'entrer dans cette danse intérieure des mots et des sens.

Historical Christianity -- The Ancient Communal Faith is not merely another theology book but is the book you've been waiting for to cut through all the platitudes and self-serving egotism you have experienced when trying to understand the history of the Christian Faith. You may have spent your entire life trying to find "the truth", or you are just beginning to look into this religion thing.

Prophecy Unveiled: Unraveling the Biblical Secrets of Gaza and the Palestinians is a comprehensive exploration of the prophecies found in the Bible that pertain to the region of Gaza and the Palestinian people. This book delves into the ancient texts and uncovers the hidden meanings behind these prophecies, shedding light on their relevance to the present-day conflict in the region. Through meticulous research and analysis, the author reveals the intricate connections between the 12 princes and the 12 tribes, tracing their origins back to their common ancestor, Abraham. By examining the ...

By Doreen Joseph (Khadija Omowale), this audiobook explores faith and the connections between Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and ancient Egyptian mythology; former and current religious/political power influences; and media and music influencers. It points out man's inhumanity to man, who is the most pervasive influencer in these revelation times. It highlights the one who can help us through difficult and traumatic situations and free us from mental slavery and oppression to have life abundantly. Bless.

Welcome to Holy Communion, an audiobook that takes listeners on a captivating journey through the origins and significance of the sacred Christian practice of communion. This thought-provoking and enlightening audiobook offers a comprehensive exploration of the history, theology, and personal meaning behind the act of communion.

The use of intercessory beings in prayer hasn't always been the normal accepted practice. As Christianity and paganism began to merge under the rule of the Byzantine Empire, many elements that existed within paganism were "Christianized" and adapted for use by the Church. This article will trace a possible origin for the use of intercessory beings in Christian prayer and will use evidence from the scriptures and noncanonical Christian books to weigh the use of intercessory beings against prayer.

This book takes a deep dive into the Old Testament and New Testament's use and development of the Wedding Metaphor in Scripture. The book develops the importance of the Wedding Metaphor in understanding the heart and character of God Himself. Additionally, we learn some amazing aspects of the plans and purposes of God regarding the Creation from beginning to the end of time.

Step into the world of ancient Canaan and discover the untold story of Keturah, the woman who captured Abraham's heart in his later years. This gripping biblical fiction brings to life a tale of love, faith, and destiny in the shadows of one of history's greatest patriarchs. After the death of his beloved Sarah, Abraham finds solace and new purpose with Keturah. As she navigates life in Abraham's household, Keturah must contend with the legacy of Sarah, the expectations placed upon her as a matriarch, and the complex dynamics of a blended family. Her journey is one of resilience, as she ...

The Gospel of John has been considered by many as less reliable than the synoptic gospels. It has numerous stories not in the other gospels and clearly teaches that Jesus was the long awaited Messiah. Is the criticism valid? John employs more historical details than any other gospel. Some of his details have only been confirmed in our generation. But an even greater confirmation of the validity of his gospel, is the convergence of his account with rabbinical writing of the time. John's Rabbi will give you insights into the culture and conversation of the first century which will open up ...

Christianity and Judaism are two separate religions with two separate approaches to life. Nevertheless, these two religions have often operated in similar spheres, and Christians and Jews have interacted over the centuries. Tragically, even in more modern times, this interaction often culminated in Christian assaults on Jewish communities and forced conversions to Christianity. But this Christian anti-Judaism did not always exist. Originally, Christianity shared its history with Judaism. The first Christians were all Jews. The first Christians used the Jewish Scriptures as their sacred text...

موسوعة جديدة للعقاد، واستكمال لسلسلة العبقريات. حياة المسيح، كتاب تاريخي صِيغ بلغة فلسفية، يرسم ملامح ما قبل ميلاد المسيح؛ الحياة السياسية والاجتماعية في بيت المقدس، وكيف كانت المذاهب والطوائف الدينية حينها.

This book has been written about Joseph, the son of Jacob. He had had two dreams about his family members bowing to him, and those dreams had made them very angry with him. In fact, they hated him so much that they actually tried to get rid of him. They sold him to some merchants going to Egypt. Then, an Egyptian captain bought him out of the local slave market and brought him into his household. Because the Lord was with him, Joseph excelled everywhere he went and in everything that he did. But that did not keep him from getting into a lot of trouble. He ended up in prison when the ...

In this second part of this study of the Minor Prophets, the writings of Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, and Habakkuk are examined. With Obadiah, one can see the land of Edom and why the Edomites had thought that they were safe from outside attackers. Their land was very mountainous and easy to defend. Nevertheless, in about 583 BC, they did fall to the Babylonians. With Jonah, one can see the viciousness of the Assyrians in the Eighth Century BC. Everyone was afraid of them because of their brutality against their enemies. Nevertheless, at the preaching of Jonah, they had repented, and the ...