King David was a deeply flawed man, yet he became one of the greatest leaders in history. His story reminds us that we are all imperfect and subject to tragic failure, but that God can still use us when we humbly and sincerely seek forgiveness. Though forgiven, David paid for his sins dearly - particularly in the life of his family. But, he never resigned himself to a life of despair as did his…
Under the reign of a murderous pharaoh, Moses' parents were forced to trust God for the life of their child. Years later, Moses showed this same faith in leading the Israelites out of Egypt into the land God had promised them. Though there were many conflict in Moses' lifetime, he never allowed them to compromise his relationship with God. His submission to God and His law - regardless of the c…
It can no longer be assumed that most people--or even most Christians--have a basic understanding of the Bible. Many don't know the difference between the Old and New Testament, and even the more well-known biblical figures are often misunderstood. It is getting harder to talk about Jesus accurately and compellingly because listeners have no proper context with which to understand God's story o…
Now back in print in a beautiful new paperback edition, this study by one of Europe's foremost New Testament scholars provides a comprehensive exposition of the teaching of the apostle Paul. Firmly grounded in a careful exegesis of the biblical text and crafted with constant reference to the wealth of scholarly study of Paul's writings, this volume is a standard for interpreters of Paul's thoug…
Includes "A bibliography of the writings of Geerhardus Vos" (p. 547-559). The idea of biblical theology as a science and as a theological discipline -- Eschatology of the New Testament -- The range of the logos title in the prologue to the fourth gospel -- The eschatological aspect of the Pauline conception of the spirit -- The priesthood of Christ in the epistle to the Hebrews -- Hebrews, the …
The apostle Paul writes of an individual in conflict, with self, others, and God. The loser on this battlefield is truly a winner. A careful integration of social science and New Testament study interprets Paul's insights into the self, New Testament scholar J. Knox Chamblin presents what is essentially a systematic theology of the self.
Ray Stedman's popular commentaries combine the insight of a seasoned student of the scriptures with the warmth of a pastor's heart. Stedman takes the text seriously and provided many practical applications, drawing the reader in with apt anecdotes and illustrations. He sets the Psalms in context, but also shows how they relate to many New Testament truths and to the reader's daily life. Along w…
Theologically and pastorally profound, this study of biblical hermeneutics builds on Trinitarian presuppositions, while exposing the idols that lead interpretation astray. Poythress emphasizes the interpreter's spiritual qualifications along with linguistic principles.
"Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding." -Proverbs 4:7 (NIV) When a man's life embodies the pursuit of wisdom, it bears among its fruits the deep love and respect of his family, friends, and colleagues. Bruce K. Waltke is such a man. Wisdom has defined Dr. Waltke, both as one of his personal qualities and as the core of his many years of biblica…
This volume addresses the most important issues related to the study of New Testament writings. Two respected senior scholars have brought together a team of distinguished specialists to introduce the Jewish, Hellenistic, and Roman backgrounds necessary for understanding the New Testament and the early church. Contributors include renowned scholars such as Lynn H. Cohick, David A. deSilva, Jame…