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Easter is more than a date on the calendar; it's a profound spiritual journey that resonates with the heart of every believer. 'Easter on Easter: History, Faith, Traditions & the Enduring Meaning of Resurrection' invites you to explore the layers of this sacred celebration with depth and clarity. - Discover the biblical foundations of Easter, from the events leading to Jesus' crucifixion to the transformative power of the Resurrection. - Understand the theological significance of Easter and why it remains the cornerstone of Christian faith. - Explore the rich history and cultural influences...

WINNER OF THE 2019 DUFF COOPER PRIZE Penguin presents the audiobook edition of A History of the Bible by John Barton, read by Ralph Lister. The Bible is the central book in Western culture, yet extraordinarily there is no proper history of it. This exceptional work, by one of the world's leading...

The book that Christians want and need For this urgent hour in history As ISIS dominates news headlines, attention is given to the terrorist group’s ideology… when the true motive of their mayhem is actually revealed in their theology! Major General Michael K. Nagata of the Special Operations forces in the Middle East explains that “we do not understand the movement… and until we do, we are not going to defeat it.” The key to defeating ISIS’ regime of terror is understanding its theology. This is why two leading Biblical scholars offer this go-to guide to understanding ISIS’ ...

EXPLORE THE TRUTH OF SCIENCE AND FAITH…AND WHAT IT MEANS TO YOU! - Uncover evidences of Creation in living systems - Unravel the questions of Creation and the laws of science - Understand the vanishing case for evolution science Many Christians are not aware that many legitimate scientists embrace the Genesis explanation of origins. In What is Creation Science?, two of the most respected members of that group have given us the benefit of their knowledge. The book itself, though technical in places, is remarkably clear, and its focus is on a fair dialogue of the issues. So much so that ...

"Blessed: The Life, Ministry, and Legacy of Adrian Rogers" is an in-depth exploration of the remarkable journey of one of the most blessed men of God, Adrian Rogers. This book delves into his early life and childhood, including his family background, early education, spiritual awakening, and his call to ministry. It then takes readers through his education and training, highlighting his college years, seminary studies, mentors, and influences, as well as his commitment to continuing education. The book also delves into Rogers' pastoral ministry, examining his first pastorate, the growth and...

The account of Adam and Eve is more than just an ancient tale; it is the cornerstone of the Christian understanding of human origins, sin, and redemption. Yet, in an age where scientific discoveries offer new insights into the history of humanity, many are left wondering: Can the biblical account of Adam and Eve be reconciled with the evidence provided by genetics, anthropology, and evolutionary theory? The Historical Adam & Eve: Reconciling Faith and Fact in Genesis tackles this pressing question head-on. Written with both scholarly rigor and deep faith, this book explores the possibility ...

Between the dramatic moment when the twelve-year-old Jesus astonished the Temple teachers and the day he stepped into the Jordan to be baptized by John lies nearly two decades of almost complete silence in the canonical Gospels. What happened in those hidden years? Where did Jesus live, work, pray, and learn? Why did the evangelists choose to tell us nothing about them? The Hidden Years of Jesus: From Age 12 to 30 in First-Century Galilee is the first book to examine this long-unanswered question with the full rigor of contemporary historical-Jesus scholarship and the latest archaeological ...

What really happened during Israel's journey from slavery to the promised land? Bible scholar Nicholas Perrin explains the true story of the Exodus while adding helpful background information from biblical history, archaeology, and more. You will . . . Explore the unvarnished Bible story of the...

The Bible Study Source series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, God the Creator includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover this important Bible-based topic. These sessions will reflect the...

“The covenant is the Lord’s blueprint for lifting the people of the earth to a higher plain – to walk before Him and be perfect.” – Thomas G. Davies In perhaps the most exhaustive and complete historical investigation of God’s covenants with Man and the Ten Commandments, biblical scholar Thomas G. Davies and his son reveal a new understanding of God’s Word, the establishment of Zion, and the basis for the Christian, Jewish and Mormon faiths in Covenant Makers. Davies takes readers far beyond traditional Bible study and church sermon discussions of the Abrahamic covenant and ...

Christians often wonder whether it is worth their time to read and study the seemingly odd narratives about God’s instructions for the tabernacle in the second half of the book of Exodus. The answer, according to Daniel R. Hyde, is an emphatic yes. In God in Our Midst: The Tabernacle and Our Relationship with God, Rev. Hyde shows that the tabernacle narratives have much to teach us about God Himself, about sin, about redemption in Christ, and about how we are to live for God today.

Familiarity and dishonor kill the anointing. The Jews, being the fathers and mothers of the faith, were dishonored and replaced by other church fathers that, along with Emperor Constantine, crafted a religious system that dishonors the Jews and all things Jewish. As a result, the anointing left, and miracles ceased. This distorted religious system affects many Christians until this day.

Through thousands of years of interpreting the Bible through the lens of changing languages and societies, and varying regard to females and feminine qualities, the concept of God has become more and more male to the exclusion of God's female side of wisdom, mercy, grace, and nurture. Let us attempt to rediscover the truth and expand our understanding of the complete and perfect God. If God is our creator and we were made in the image of God, then God is both our father and our mother.

In Corona Crisis, professor Mark Hitchcock shares how the current coronavirus outbreak is related to the vivid, end-time biblical prophecies about plagues, pestilences, and pandemics. With all the fear and chaos that is spreading through our nation and the world, what does it mean? Is the...

Did you know that Jesus made puns? Did you know that Paul never calls himself or the churches he writes to “Christian?” Did you know that we don’t know who wrote the Letter to the Hebrews, or if it’s even really a letter? James F. McGrath sheds light on these and many other surprising realities of Scripture in The A to Z of the New Testament. Cutting through common myths and misunderstandings of problematic bible passages, James F. McGrath opens up expert knowledge to laypeople in his friendly introduction to New Testament studies.

Much of the contemporary discussion of the Jesus tradition has focused on aspects of oral performance, storytelling, and social memory, on the premise that the practice of communal reading of written texts was a phenomenon documented no earlier than the second century CE. Brian J. Wright overturns that premise by examining evidence that demonstrates communal reading events in the first century.

The Gaza Prophecy provides answers to truth seekers who want to understand the legitimacy of the Old Testament prophetic script pertaining to futuristic events. The prophets of the Tanakh spoke about Gaza's demise, and the future salvation of Palestinians, while Israel continues to exist as God's elect nation in the world. The Gaza Prophecy provides evidences and proofs for why the Bible is reliable, relevant, and relatable, while providing hope to those who do not understand the purpose, plan, and will of Yahweh.

Dive into a profound exploration of Paul's Letter to the Hebrews with this mammoth 533-page commentary, the 16th volume of the esteemed CPH New Testament Commentary Series. Authored by the notable Bible scholar, Edward D. Andrews, this work meticulously dissects the apostolic message, offering readers a deep, comprehensive understanding of its theological significance. Beginning with a detailed introduction to set the stage, each chapter meticulously unpacks the rich tapestry of Paul's teachings. From the supremacy of God's Son to the high priestly ministry of Jesus, from faith's champions ...

What if Jesus Himself walked you through the most misunderstood book in the Bible? Before the manger. Before the miracles. Before the cross. There was a tabernacle in the wilderness — and a sacrificial system that Christ Himself designed, knowing He would one day fulfill every offering, every ritual, every drop of blood. In Leviticus with Jesus, the eternal Word opens the book that most readers skip and reveals it as the beating heart of the gospel. Through His voice — warm, authoritative, and deeply personal — Jesus explains why the Father required blood on the altar, what the priest...

This Very Short Introduction audiobook offers a clear, accessible, and concise account of the apocryphal gospels - exploring their origins, their discovery, and discussing how the various texts have been interpreted both by the Church and beyond.