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For hundreds of years Christendom has been blessed with Bible commentaries written by great men of God highly respected for their godly walk and their insight into spiritual truth. The Crossway Classic Commentaries present the very best work on individual Bible books, carefully adapted for maximum understanding and usefulness for todays believers.Johns epistles have enriched and equipped followers of Christ down through the centuries. The themessuch as walking in the truth, acknowledging our proneness to sin, being wary of the lies of antichrist, and denying ourselves the empty enticements of the worldcontinue to be invaluable for the people of God.This classic commentary will help contemporary Christians obtain a deeper understanding of the letters of John and experience a growing godliness in the process.

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In Pauls letters to the Corinthian church, the pastoral issues of a first-century Christian community stand out in bold relief. And as the apostle responds to these challenges, the fathers lean over his shoulder, marveling and commenting on his pastoral wisdom.Best known among these patristic commentators is Chrysostom, whose seventy-seven homilies on the two Corinthian epistles are a treasury of exposition and application. The fragmentary works of Didymus the Blind and Severian of Gabala give us samples of Greek exegesis from the Alexandrian and Antiochene schools. The partial work of Theodore of Mopsuestia was long valued in the church, and the comments of Theodoret of Cyr are notable for their sensitivity to the intertextuality of Scripture. Then there are Origen and Pelagius, whose notable errors need not obscure their brilliant insights into Scripture. But pride of place in this volume goes to the unknown fourth-century commentator now dubbed Ambrosiaster. His excellent commentary on 1 and 2 Corinthians was previously unavailable in English translation.This Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture volume opens a whole new way of reading these New Testament texts. The pastoral and theological interpretation of the fathers offers spiritual and intellectual sustenance to those who would read Paul again with open minds and hearts.

The church fathers, as they did in earlier books dealing with Israels history from the time of Joshua to the united monarchy, found ample material for typological and moral interpretation in 1-2 Kings, 1-2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah and Esther. It will be immediately clear to readers of this volume that they gave much more attention to 1-2 Kings than to others; whether this was due to a certain repetitiveness in the story line or other reasons is unclear. But the narratives of wise King Solomon, the construction of the temple, the prophets Elijah and Elisha, and the fates of various faithful and unfaithful kings and other powerful people were well suited to their purposes.Among Greek commentators in this Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture volume, readers will find Justin Martyr, Clement of Alexandria, Origen, Methodius, Eusebius of Caesarea, Athanasius, Cyril of Jerusalem, Basil the Great, Gregory of Nazianzus, John Chrysostom, Cyril of Alexandria, Theodoret of Cyr, Procopius of Gaza and John the Monk. Among Latin commentators are Tertullian, Cyprian, Novatian, Lactantius, Ambrose, Jerome, Prudentius, Augustine, Paulinus of Nola, John Cassian, Peter Chrysologus, Maximus of Turin, Salvian the Presbyter, Fulgentius of Ruspe, Caesarius of Arles, Gregory the Great, Bede and Rabanus Maurus. Syriac commentators include Aphrahat, Ephrem, Sahdona, Isaac of Nineveh and Ishodad of Merv.Together they set before readers a table of delights and theological insights, some of which are here available to English readers for the first time.

"Then David said to the Philistine, You come to me with a sword and with a spear and with a javelin, but I come to you in the name of the LORD of hosts." (1 Samuel 17:45) Reflecting upon Davids victory over Goliath, Reformation translator, theologian and commentator William Tyndale compared it to Christs victory over sin and death: "When David had killed Goliath the giant, glad tidings came to the Israelites that their fearful and cruel enemy was dead and that they were delivered out of all danger. For this gladness, they sang, danced and were joyful. In like manner, the good news or gospel of God is joyful tidings." The books of 1-2 Samuel, 1-2 Kings and 1-2 Chronicles, which record the history of Israel from the prophetic ministry of Samuel to the fall of Jerusalem, provided the reformers with some of the best-known narratives of the Old Testament upon which to comment, including Hannahs prayer, the anointing of Saul as Israels first king, Davids triumph over Goliath and his later adultery with Bathsheba, Solomons building of the Temple, Elijahs challenge to the prophets of Baal, and the healing of Naaman. For the reformers, these stories were not merely ancient Israelite history, but they also foreshadowed the coming of Jesus Christ, and they had immediate relevance for their lives and the church of their day. Thus, Anglican exegete John Mayer perceived within King Josiahs reform of Israelite worship after the discovery of the Book of the Law a prefiguration of "what should be done in the latter days of the gospel, in which a greater reformation of the religion is now being made." In this Reformation Commentary on Scripture volume, Derek Cooper and Martin Lohrmann guide readers through a diversity of Reformation commentary on these historical books. Here, readers will find reflections from both well-known voices and lesser-known figures from a variety of confessional traditionsLutherans, Reformed, Radicals, Anglicans and Roman Catholicsmany of which appear in English for the first time. By drawing upon a variety of resourcesincluding commentaries, sermons, treatises and confessionsthis volume will enable scholars and students to understand better the depth and breadth of Reformation-era insights on Scripture. It will also provide resources for contemporary preachers, and encourage all those who continually seek to share the "joyful tidings" of Jesus Christ.

Fascination with the end times is not just a recent phenomenon. The young church at Thessalonica, having taken root during Pauls brief stay there, pondered when the end might come as well. Paul, in order to instruct them more fully, wrote them two letters, which taken together expound the "already-and-not-yet" character of the end times. His instruction and counsel can serve us well today.Throughout this commentary, G. K. Beale explains what each letter meant to its original hearers and its application for us today.

In the first century, the Thessalonian church grieved deaths in their community, endured harsh persecution, and struggled with questions about the future. Paul offered them the comforts and reassurances of hope in the Messiah, but he offered far more than mere wishful thinking or pie in the sky comfort. Pauls emphasis on hope in Jesus involved capturing a vision of Gods redeemed and just future in order to see and live faithfully today. Paul did not believe in a passive hope but an active hope, to which, if the Day of the Messiah is a beacon, believers diligently move having set their course. That diligence is especially captured by love for Christian brothers and sisters, commitment to honest and productive work, and obedience to the truth of the gospel of Jesus.

"Since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep." (1 Thess 4:14).The epistles of the New Testament provide unparalleled insight into the realities of the life of the early church, guidance for those called to lead the church, and comfort in the face of pressing theological questions. Among those letters are 1 and 2 Thessalonians, which address questions about the expected return of Christ, the pastoral epistles of 1 and 2 Timothy and Titus, written to two of Pauls coworkers who were overseeing early churches, and Philemon, which concerns the relationship between a slave and his master.The Protestant Reformers of the sixteenth century also found wisdom and guidance in these letters. For example, Martin Luther reminded the Christians of his day that Paul had encouraged believers "not to sorrow over the dead as others who have no hope, but to comfort each other with Gods Word as having a certain hope of life and of the resurrection of the dead."In this volume of the Reformation Commentary on Scripture, Lee Gatiss and Bradley Green guide readers through a diversity of early modern commentary on the epistles of 1 and 2 Thessalonians, 1 and 2 Timothy, Titus, and Philemon. Readers will hear from familiar voices and discover lesser-known figures from a variety of theological traditions, including Lutherans, Reformed, Radicals, Anglicans, and Roman Catholics. Drawing upon a variety of resourcesincluding commentaries, sermons, treatises, and confessionsmuch of which appears here for the first time in English, this volume provides resources for contemporary preachers, enables scholars to better understand the depth and breadth of Reformation commentary, and seeks to bring guidance and comfort in the midst of todays challenges.

1-3 John treats the three letters of John as a unified epistolary package. Taking a thorough and scholarly approach, John Paul Heil proposes two important contributions to the study of 1-3 John. First, he presents new comprehensive chiastic structures for each of the three letters of John based on concrete linguistic evidence in the text. These chiastic structures serve as the guide to a better understanding of for whom Johns epistles were meant, and why they were written. Secondly, it treats these letters from the point of view of their worship context and themes. Not only were 1-3 John intended to be performed orally as part of liturgical worship, but together these three letters plead with their audience to engage in a distinctive kind of ethical worship. The three letters of John are most concerned with giving their audience the experience of living eternally by the worship that consists of loving God and one another.

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Straightforward answers to the toughest Bible questions.Alex McFarland and Bert Harper, hosts of the nationally syndicated broadcast Exploring the Word, have answered live questions from listeners throughout North America for more than ten years. Drawing on their years of experience as pastors, scholars, and Bible researchers, Alex and Bert offer well-reasoned responses to their most frequently asked questions in 100 Bible Questions and Answers. Readers will develop a solid understanding of the Bibles message, learn how to explain the Bibles toughest passages, gain practical insight on how to strengthen their spiritual walk, improve their confidence in sharing their faith, and become equipped to speak up and stand up for their convictions. Grow deeper in your relationship with Christ by enriching your understanding of the Bible, Gods love letter to you.

More of your hardest Bible questions answered. In 100 Bible Questions and Answers, Alex McFarland and Bert Harper, veteran cohosts of the nationally syndicated broadcast Exploring the Word, tackled some of the most common challenges and queries people have about God, the Bible, and Christian living. And the questions have kept coming in.Now, in 100 More Bible Questions and Answers for Families, theyre back with fresh research, timely insight, and more of their accessible, concise responses, equipping readers to understand what Scripture really says about God and life, discuss the Bibles most controversial passages and topics, strengthen and grow their relationship with Christ, and develop the confidence to support and defend biblical truth. Satisfy your curiosity and deepen your knowledge of Scripture as Alex and Bert guide your journey through Gods Word.

Unlock the mysteries of the end times.As veteran cohosts of the nationally syndicated broadcast Exploring the Word, Alex McFarland and Bert Harper concisely answer biblical questions about God, Scripture, Christian living, and more. With fresh insight and thorough research, they make complex theological concepts easy for everyone to understand.In 100 Bible Questions and Answers on Prophecy and the End Times, Alex and Bert will guide you through some of the most fascinating and frequently misunderstood topics in Christianity: end-times prophecy and life in the everlasting new creation. Tackling common concerns about this worlds presentand futurestates, they will equip you tounderstand the core truths of Bible prophecy, recognize the signs of the last days, discuss key apocalyptic passages, and anticipate Christs triumphant return. Face lifes uncertainties with confidence and clarity, knowing that Gods promises remain through any circumstances you face and any question you have about these days and those to come.

Time spent in Gods presence empowers you with strength, character, and leadership.As a man of God, you have the opportunity to lead younger generations through turbulent waters, model integrity in relationships, and provide foundations for wise decision making.100 Days of Strength for Men is a pocketbook devotional that encourages you to spend time with your Creator. As you prayerfully consider these devotions and Scriptures, you will be marked by truth and motivated to embrace all that God has for you. You can be who he intended for you to be with his wisdom and strength guiding you. Content Benefits: High-grade faux leather cover provides durability and exquisite tactile appeal. Special heat debossing gives the cover a two-tone appearance and creates indentation which shows off the intricate design and varied texture. Metallic and matte foil finishing touches are elegantly placed to enhance features, capturing attention and adding class for an aesthetic appeal. High-quality, sturdy Smyth-sewn binding stitches the signatures together, creating durability and allowing pages to lay flat when open. Decorative head and foot bands are also added to further complement the binding. Matte art high quality paper with a smooth satin touch provides long-lasting vivid coloration and durability. A satin ribbon marker conveniently keeps your place so you can quickly pick up where you left off.

You can walk in confidence when you rely on God to be your strength. Be encouraged with truth as you spend time with God, reflecting on these devotions, Scriptures, and prayers. As you spend time with him, he will fill you with peace and hope. 100 Days of Strength for Women is a pocketbook devotional that encourages you to spend time with your Creator. As you prayerfully consider these devotions and Scriptures, you will be marked by truth and motivated to embrace all that God has for you. Through him, even in your weakest moments, you are radiant and you are strong. Take courage in Gods love for you!SPECIAL FEATURES: High-grade faux leather cover provides durability and exquisite tactile appeal. Special heat debossing gives the cover a two-tone appearance and creates indentation which shows off the intricate design and varied texture. Metallic and matte foil finishing touches are elegantly placed to enhance features, capturing attention and adding class for an aesthetic appeal. High-quality, sturdy Smyth-sewn binding stitches the signatures together creating durability and allowing pages to lay flat when open. Decorative head and foot bands are also added to further complement the binding. Matte art high quality paper with a smooth satin touch provides long-lasting vivid coloration and durability. A beautiful satin ribbon marker conveniently keeps your place so you can quickly pick up where you left off.

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Que tal tornar as reuniões de seu pequeno grupo de estudo bíblico ainda mais atrativas?Em 101 ideias criativas para grupos pequenos, o pastor David Merkh ensina vários quebra-gelos, programações soci

Carol Sue Merkh e Mary Ann-Cox deram asas à imaginação em 101 Ideias Criativas Para Mulheres. O livro é uma coleção de deliciosas atividades para fazer entre amigas, estreitando laços e promovendo o

Esta obra aborda temas que favorecem o crescimento espiritual em família. Sua proposta é oferecer subsídios para encontros periódicos, como um itinerário espiritual. Os encontros poderão ser mensais,