New Testament

In The Surprising Genius of Jesus, Peter J. Williams examines the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15 to show the genius, creativity, and wisdom of Jesus's teachings.About the AuthorPeter J. Williams (PhD, University of Cambridge) is the principal of...

The Bible contains four Gospels which tell the story of Jesus of Nazareth. And yet, many more Gospels once existed. Who, then, determined which Gospels would, for the next two thousand years, serve as the main gateways to Jesus and his teaching? ...

For many Jewish Christians of the first century, living in the light of the gospel was challenging. Having accepted Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah, they were regarded by still-skeptical family, friends and neighbors as dangerous, misguided and even...

When you need to know how to do something, a manual is the best place to start. 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus could be called the 'Teacher's Manual' because these letters contain so much advice about the kind of teaching Christian leaders should - and...

E. P. Sanders offers an expansive introduction to the apostle, navigating some of the thorniest issues in scholarship using language accessible to the novice and seasoned scholar alike. Always careful to distinguish what we can know historically from...

The Upside Down Kingdom examines how living according to Jesus's Beatitudes can cultivate God's kingdom on earth as it is in heaven, bringing peace and blessing to our broken world.About the AuthorChris Castaldo (PhD, London School of Theology) is the...

Writing in an anecdotal and approachable style, Tom Wright helps us to see the great sweep of the letter to the Romans. Tom Wright has a rare gift for communicating his understanding and enthusiasm to non-specialists. He is one of the few people alive...

A series of short, question-based study guides based around the New Testament For Everyone series. The series is intended to encourage church (and other) groups to study the Bible using the For Everyone model. Experienced Bible study writers have...

First published in 2011, The Jewish Annotated New Testament was a groundbreaking work, bringing the New Testament's Jewish background to the attention of students, clergy, and general readers. In this new edition, eighty Jewish scholars bring together...

Saved, by bestselling author Nancy Guthrie, gives individuals and small groups a friendly, theologically reliable, and robust guide to understanding the book of Acts.About the AuthorNancy Guthrie teaches the Bible at her home church, Cornerstone...

John is a Gospel of abundant truth, life, and love. David Ford, one of the world's leading Christian theologians, invites readers into a fresh, profound encounter with Jesus through the Gospel of John in this comprehensive theological commentary. This...

This in-depth yet student-friendly introduction to Koine Greek provides a full grounding in Greek grammar, while starting to build skill in the use of exegetical tools. The approach, informed by twenty-five years of classroom teaching, emphasizes reading...

These helpful guides in the Cover to Cover series are ideal for group and individual study. Experience the reality of Bible events like never before and live through the inspiring lives of key characters in Scripture. Learn how to apply God's Word to...

Hanging by a Thread revisits the harrowing story at the very heart of Christianity. Samuel Wells considers the risk, cost and suffering of the cross in the light of six key contemporary concerns: the reliability of history, the fragility of trust, the...

This guide for leading a study of the book of Acts using Nancy Guthrie's book Saved features questions with possible answers for each lesson designed to prompt engaging, theologically rich discussions.About the AuthorNancy Guthrie teaches the Bible at...

The guides in this series are designed to help readers understand the Bible in fresh ways under the guidance of one of the world's leading New Testament scholars. Thoughtful questions, prayer suggestions, and useful background and cultural information...

Traditional views of the atonement tend to be reductive, focusing solely on Jesus's death on the cross. In his 2011 groundbreaking book Atonement and the Logic of Resurrection in the Epistle to the Hebrews, David Moffitt challenged that paradigm, showing...

A Companion WORKBOOK to Today's Most Widely Used Textbook for Learning to Interpret and Understand the BibleGrasping God's Word has proven itself in classrooms across the country as an invaluable help to students who want to learn how to read, interpret,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781955890021Author Andrew DamickFormat PaperbackPage Count 154Imprint Ancient Faith PublishingPublisher Ancient Faith PublishingWeight(grams)...

Since the time of the Reformation, considerable attention has been given to the theme of justification in the thought of the apostle Paul. The ground breaking work of E. P. Sanders in 'Paul and Palestinian Judaism' (1977) introduced the 'new perspective...

William Herzog shows that the focus of the parables was not on a vision of the glory of the reign of God but on the gory details of the way oppression served the interests of the ruling class. The parables were a form of social analysis, as well as a...

Writing in an accessible and anecdotal style, Tom Wright opens up to us the wisdom of the letters of James, Peter, John and Judah (Jude). A vital resource for every church and every Christian, these letters are full of clear practical advice for...

World-renowned for his thought-provoking Daily Study Bible series, William Barclay is one of the best-loved commentators on the Bible. His brilliant communication, down-to-earth approach and sheer enthusiasm inspire spirituality and faith among his...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780062082114Author Marcus J. BorgFormat PaperbackPage Count 608Imprint HarperCollinsPublisher HarperCollins Publishers IncWeight(grams) 644gDimensions(mm)...

The third volume in the Biblical Explorations series from bestselling New Testament writer Paula Gooder explores a major exponent of the Gospels: the parables of Jesus. Covering every parable, this volume focuses on some of the best-known stories in...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780825443091Author Sue EdwardsFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Kregel Publications,U.S.Publisher Kregel Publications,U.S.Weight(grams)...

Rowan Williams explores the essentials of Paul's thought for complete beginners - as well as for those who've read Paul's letters many times before and want to see them in a fresh light. Written at a highly accessible level, this book would make a...

'An invaluable resource for both students and teachers.' Dr Lucy Peppiatt Tried, tested and trusted by students and teachers across the world, this widely respected study guide enables the reader to engage with an array of essential topics,...

For many Jewish Christians of the first century, living in the light of the gospel was challenging. On accepting Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah, they were regarded by still-sceptical family, friends and neighbours as dangerous, misguided and even...

This commentary on Romans, redesigned with a new cover and updated ESV Bible references, explores justification by faith, freedom from sin, substitutionary atonement, and God's adoption of sinners.About the AuthorR. Kent Hughes (DMin, Trinity Evangelical...

In The Day the Revolution Began Tom Wright invites you to consider the full meaning of the event at the heart of the Christian faith - Jesus' crucifixion. As he did in his acclaimed Surprised by Hope, Wright once again challenges commonly held...

The rapture--or the belief that Jesus' living followers will, at some point, join him forever while others do not--is an important but contested doctrine among evangelicals. Scholars generally hold one of three perspectives on the timing and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780830784561Author Amanda JenkinsFormat PaperbackPage Count 144Imprint David C CookPublisher David C CookWeight(grams) 178g

In this 10-week Bible study for women, Lydia Brownback explores Ephesians to encourage Christians in their walk with Christ. Readers will learn the book's core themes and embrace the abundant riches found in Christ.About the AuthorLydia Brownback (MAR,...

Decode one of the most complex books in the Bible!Are you baffled by the Book of Revelation? Understand the purpose, key themes, and symbolism of the most fascinating book in the Bible with The Book of Revelation For Dummies, an easy-to-understand guide...

Tom Wright has completed a tremendous task: to provide comprehensive guides to all the books of the New Testament, and to furnish them with his own fresh translation of the entire text. Making use of his true scholar's understanding, yet writing in...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780963962157Author Professor John MiltonFormat PaperbackPage Count 448Imprint New Arts LibraryPublisher New Arts LibraryWeight(grams) 513gDimensions(mm)...

The relationship of 'land' to 'theology' has been a motif living within the Jewish tradition since the patriarchal era: one mark of the covenant with Abraham was the promise of land. Gary Burge explores what the New Testament says about 'the land' and...

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In The Day the Revolution Began Tom Wright invites you to consider the full meaning of the event at the heart of the Christian faith - Jesus' crucifixion. As he did in his acclaimed Surprised by Hope, Wright once again challenges commonly held...