What You Need to Know, When You Need to Know ItThe Essential Bible Companion gives you what it promises: the essentials. The most vital, absolutely indispensable information you need for reading and truly understanding God’s Word. Developed by two world-class Bible scholars and the creator of The Bible in 90 Days curriculum, this unique, easy-to-use reference guide gives you clear, crisp insights into the Bible book by book. From Genesis to Revelation, each book of the Bible has its key details laid out for you clearly and engagingly in a colorful two-page spread that includes • background information• timelines• important biblical charactersStriking a balance between too little and too much information—between the brief introductions provided in a Bible and the potentially overwhelming detail of a standard reference handbook—this well-designed, extremely helpful volume condenses the most important information in a highly visual, easy-to-understand format. Ideal for use as a companion to The Bible in 90 Days curriculum, The Essential Bible Companion is also a valuable resource for any Bible study. However you use it, this richly informative volume will assist you on your journey toward a well-grounded biblical faith.
... were skilled in the art of tentmaking . In NT times it was the custom to teach every Jewish boy some trade . Jesus was a carpenter or builder, and Paul was a tentmaker . Paul practiced his trade in comexchanged produce and sheep .
The Essential Bible Companion to the Psalms is a must-have for students of the Bible, pastors, and anyone who desires to possess a unique reference guide to these ancient works of poetry and worship.
Also contains numerous charts that provide orientating data for delving into the book of Psalms at large, including definitions of the various types (messianic, prophetic, etc.) along with a quick reference list of psalms that lend ...
Featuring a Bible handbook that explains the 66 books passage by passage, a combined dictionary and concordance of the Bible's most important words and phrases, a section of archaeological evidences for scriptures' trustworthiness, maps of ...
Abigail acts quickly and intercepts the increasingly angry David with a generous gift of food ( vv . 18-22 ) . She apologizes humbly for her surly husband , and wisely points out that revenge against Nabal would be unwise for one who ...
Here are extended entries on religious concepts from immortality, sin, and grace, to baptism, ethics, and the Holy Spirit.
This book describes what is known about life and customs in biblical times. Knowledge of this background proves invaluable for a proper interpretation of the Bible.
This third volume in Charles Swindoll's"Great Lives" series presents a fresh look at one of the most intriguing characters in the Old Testament and focuses on the virtue of forgiveness in the face of deceit and betrayal.
The NIV is the world's best-selling modern translation, with over 150 million copies in print since its first full publication in 1978.
FEATURES • Start and end markers help you know where to begin each day’s reading. • Front matter articles, including “Why Read the Bible in 90 Days?” •Insights and encouragement from Ted Cooper, founder of The Bible in 90 Days ...