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Improve your biblical literacy with these 24 insightful lectures about the cast of vivid characters in the New Testament. From the well-known figures of Jesus, John the Baptist, and the disciples to important but lesser known figures, such as the Syro-Phoenician woman who must turn Jesus's own words back on him to gain the healing of her daughter, Professor Levine paints vivid portraits of Christianity's founding generation.You'll learn about such figures as. the elderly couple Elizabeth and Zechariah and their son, John the Baptist;. Jesus's friends, the contemplative Mary and the vocal Martha, as well as their brother, Lazarus;. the apostles Peter and Thomas, James and John, and Judas Iscariot;. Mary Magdalene, who becomes known as the apostle to the apostles;. Paul the apostle, as presented in Acts of the Apostles and what can be determined about him from his letters;. a number of strong and interesting women, including the unnamed Samaritan and a repentant sinner who anoints Jesus; and. Jesus's interlocutors, including the centurion with a paralyzed son and the desperate Canaanite mother with a demon-possessed daughter.Rather than promoting any particular religious worldview, this course seeks to read the ancient texts anew to discover what they really say and how they were interpreted by both the secular culture and the faithful church.

A dedicated group of Orthodox monks (who wish to remain anonymous) have created a fresh English translation of the Masoretic Hebrew text of the Psalter, corrected to the Septuagint. A frequently asked question: The Psalms aren't in numerical order in this Psalter. Why is that? Answer: That was done intentionally. This edition of the Psalter was created for prayer, at home or in church, rather than for reference. It's not just another Book of Psalms.

Discover a refreshing and empowering approach to Bible study, crafted especially for women seeking depth, clarity, and inspiration—without overwhelming time commitments. Bible Study for God’s Women offers a spiritually rich path for those who long to connect with Scripture in a personal, relatable way. Whether you’ve struggled to find studies that speak directly to your heart or you’re seeking guidance to navigate life’s challenges through faith, this book is designed for you.

Bart D. Ehrman, the New York Times bestselling author of Jesus, Interrupted and God’s Problem reveals which books in the Bible’s New Testament were not passed down by Jesus’s disciples, but were instead forged by other hands—and why this centuries-hidden scandal is far more significant...

Is your heart unsettled by the chaos of the world? Are you heavy-laden with bad moments, mad moments, or anxious moments? Today, rest in God’s self-giving love and leave all your troubles at the foot of the cross. There were no accidents on the days surrounding Jesus’ death. Jesus’ last...

The two books of Samuel form a basic foundational study in the Old Testament. An understanding of this basic history is essential, not only to understanding the Old and New Testaments, but in gaining a valid perspective of eschatological issues as well.

Whether you're an avid student of the Bible or a skeptic of its relevance, The Book That Made Your World will transform your perception of its influence on virtually every facet of Western civilization. Vishal Mangalwadi reveals the personal motivation that fueled his own study of the Bible. Learn how the Bible transformed the social, political, and religious institutions that have sustained Western culture for the past millennium, and discover how secular corruption endangers the stability and longevity of Western civilization.

New: Now includes an interactive table of contents with books and chapters of the Bible for easy audio navigation!* Whether you take it with you on your morning run or listen to it in your car, this audiobook provides a month's worth of inspiration and wisdom. The 31 daily installments, drawn...

'The Gospel of John': Tony Britton reads St John's account of the life and teachings of Jesus. Specially composed music is included. The readings were part of BBC Radio 4's series of 341 daily episodes of the Bible, broadcast in 1991 and 1992. Abridged by Penny Leicester. 'The New Testament'...

The story of Eve is perhaps the most scrutinized narrative in the history of human literature, yet she remains a figure shrouded in layers of traditional interpretation that often obscure the vibrant, complex woman described in the ancient Hebrew texts. For millennia, her name has been synonymous with the concept of the Fall, her legacy tied inextricably to the arrival of sin and the loss of paradise.

The history of the ancient Near East is often presented as a dry succession of empires, a ledger of taxes, territories, and kings. Yet, beneath the political maneuvers of the Bronze and Iron Ages lay a much more volatile landscape: the spiritual frontier. In this world, the boundaries between the terrestrial and the divine were porous, and the success of a nation was seen as a direct reflection of the potency of its patron deity. Among the many gods who vied for supremacy in the fertile crescent, few possess a history as long, as geographically diverse, or as narratively dramatic as Dagon.

The story of Jezebel is not merely a tale of a wicked queen, but a window into a titanic struggle between two irreconcilable worldviews that shaped the ancient Near East. To approach her history is to step into a volatile landscape of ninth century BCE politics, where the borders of faith and state were blurred by incense and blood. She was a woman born of the sea, a Phoenician princess of Tyre and Sidon, who was thrust into the rugged, mountainous heart of Israel to cement a military alliance. Yet, she was never content to be a silent partner in the Omride dynasty.

Before clarity, there was confusion. The Book of Joel is short, but it carries a powerful message that many people read without fully understanding. Its vivid imagery, symbolic language, and references to judgment and restoration can feel overwhelming, especially when read in 17th-century wording. From the devastating locust plague to the prophetic warning of the Day of the Lord, Joel is not just a historical account—it is a call to awareness, reflection, and understanding. But most people never get that far. The language gets in the way. The Book of Joel Decoded removes that barrier.

The story of Sarah is often relegated to the background of her husband’s epic journey, yet she stands as the indispensable co-architect of a movement that redefined the relationship between humanity and the divine. To encounter Sarah is to step into a world of startling contrasts, where the refined luxury of the Mesopotamian elite meets the grit and dust of a nomadic existence. She was a woman who lived at the intersection of ancient history and eternal promise, navigating a century of life that was as much a political drama as it was a spiritual pilgrimage.

God Is Disappointed in You is for people who would like to read the Bible...if it would just cut to the chase. Stripped of its arcane language and interminable passages, every book of the Bible is condensed down to its core message, in no more than a few pages each. Written by Mark Russell with cartoons by New Yorker cartoonist Shannon Wheeler, God Is Disappointed in You is a frequently hilarious, often shocking, but always accurate retelling of the Bible, including the parts selectively left out by Sunday School teachers.

The official editions of the King James contained the books of the Apocrypha until 1796. Most printers did not clear inventories and change to the 66-book version we know today until the mid 1800's. Ethymologically, the word "apocrypha" means "things that are hidden", but why they were hidden is not clear. Listen to find out more!

Listen and learn to seek to enter more deeply into the perfect reconciliation with God, which is yours by the shed blood of Christ in this uplifting audio guide. Live by constantly exercising faith in the assurance that the blood cleanses from all sin and yield yourself to be sanctified and brought near to God through the blood; let it be your life-giving nourishment and power.

Abraham is unquestionably one of the most outstanding and influential figures in world history. He had no political or military achievements, and he left no literary remains, yet today billions of people claim him as their spiritual father. Throughout the Bible, Abraham is seen as a pivotal figure in God's plan of salvation. In this richly detailed account of his life and times, John Lennox helps us to see through mists of the past to the real flesh-and-blood man, with all his strengths and weaknesses, to better appreciate all that Abraham stands for as a model of faith today.

In a voice as rich as it is recognized, James Earl Jones lends his narrative talents to the King James Version of the New Testament. In over 19 hours enhanced with a complete musical score, James Earl Jones interprets the most enduring book of our time utilizing the acclaimed actor's superb storytelling and skilled characterizations. Hailed as the greatest spoken-word Bible version ever, and with almost half a million copies sold, this exquisite audio treasury is certain to enthuse and inspire.

The earliest Christians believed Jesus was an ancient celestial being who put on a bodysuit of flesh, died at the hands of dark forces, and then rose from the dead and ascended back into the heavens. But the writing we have today from that first generation of Christians never says where they thought he landed, where he lived, or where he died. The idea that Jesus toured Galilee and visited Jerusalem arose only a lifetime later, in unsourced legends written in a foreign land and language. Many sources repeat those legends, but none corroborate them.