Best New Testament Biographies
Beginning with Jesus' birth, Ken Bailey leads you on a kaleidoscopic study of Jesus throughout the four Gospels. "A brilliant addition to Bailey's other works in which he sheds light on the biblical text from Middle Eastern culture." He draws upon the works of others, ancient and modern, allowing students of scripture to gain an additional layer of insight from the texts he examines. While one could enjoy reading the book straight through, it has the wealth of information that may also be accessed through use as a resource for examining any of the treated Gospel texts." Laid out in simple format for easy absorption by readers, the author's explanations of his findings require no formal training to follow and understand them. "Bailey has a gift of clear, lively expression; he takes advantage of his personal experiences, interest in Hebrew poetic structure, and knowledge of Arabic to bring insights into NT interpretation." "A rich and fascinating anthology of exegetical essays reflecting on gospel texts through the lens of Middle Eastern culture and rhetoric. Another valuable contribution of this book is the introduction to, and interaction with, great Eastern commentaries long forgotten or largely unknown to Western Biblical Scholarship.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"We have an anointed Women's Ministry Leader who teaches us the Word and this book helps us understand the culture and the nuances."
"Terrific insights into times, culture, languages and scripture."
"As he points out the culture resists change, so that listening and watching today through Bailey's accounts of culture and custom give great insight into today's ME world."
"Helped me put the life of Jesus in perspective and gave me a lot to think about."
"Gave it to a Bible Study friend who spends a lot of volunteer time trying to be a Christian witness to interested Afghanistan Muslims."
"In Western theological discussions around Jesus and gospels the contextual setting has been defined more by a helenistic scientific approach where reason and explanation are imposed upon a middle eastern culture."
"It brings the Bible to real life to understand the culture in which the Bible was written."
"I think "Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes" should be must reading for every Junior High Christian Education in schools, churches, and family teaching."
Limbaugh's passion for the Gospels infuses the pages of The True Jesus , which is both a primer for new Bible readers and an outstanding guide to the Gospels for long-time believers. Who really is the true Jesus? Now The True Jesus directs attention to the Jesus of the Gospels, in His full humanity and deity. If you've wondered whether media portrayals of Jesus are dishonest, or found reading four seemingly disparate versions of the life of Jesus a little bewildering, or if you know nothing about Jesus at all, The True Jesus is precisely what you need." Like a captivating tour guide, David Limbaugh leads you through the brilliant and sacrificial life of Jesus of Nazareth and inspires you to connect your life with the Savior—the true Jesus. The True Jesus is a brilliant, must-read book on the real Jesus of Scripture destined to be another bestseller.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"How could an ancient carpenter from the tiny town of Nazareth be the most influential human being to ever walk the earth?"
"My personal copy is on a Kindle as I appreciate being able to change the font size and to add audible narration to it; however, I like to purchase and gift hardcover and paperback books to others. I'm reminded so much of Lee Strobel's “The Case for Christ”, not that these books are duplicative in nature but rather they are similar in subject and in the clear cut and modern voice in which they are written."
"David's book is like having someone read the Bible to you, but explain all of it, like a gentle easy going friend."
"Very interesting to note that as of this writing Mr. Limbaugh's book has only 3 reviews, while the book sales are at the top of three categories at Amazon."
"Gave this book to both my son and son in law for Easter."
"This is the third book of his and all three are great."
"really interesting book."
"The Gospels are very familiar to most Christians, however I enjoyed his book very much."
Best Christian New Testament Biographies
The Acclaimed, Authentic Biography of the Early Church's Greatest Evangelist--the. Apostle Paul. John Pollock is one of today's preeminent Christian biographers.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"Amazing, inspiring book that brings the historical times and the real St. Paul (as well as Jesus and his Apostles/disciples) back to life."
"This is the best book to date that I have read about the Apostle Paul."
"Just finishing the book, much history of Paul's life and what it was like is detailed here."
"A wonderful book explaining more about St. Paul than I ever knew before."
"There were a number of times as I progressed through this book where I became hungry for the authors citation Information."
"It gives us a look at what Paul was like and what he was feeling as he was traveling across Macedonia preaching the story of Jesus Christ and salvation."
"Another perspective on the life of the Apostle Paul, which is well written."
"This author has used all the Scriptures about Paul and written by Paul to form the basis for this biography."
Best New Testament Commentaries
Beautifully written, in clear direct language, bestselling Catholic author Scott Hahn's new book will help readers see the Mass with new eyes, pray the liturgy with a renewed heart, and enter into the Mass more fully, enthusiastically, intelligently, and powerfully than ever before. The Lamb's Supper: The Mass as Heaven on Earth reawakens a surprising ancient view of the Eucharist, as the harbinger of the supernatural drama described by the New Testament book of Revelation.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"If you have any questions about what the Catholic mass represents this is a book that really will inlighten your understanding of what is taking place at the altar of Christ."
"Totally made Mass much clearer, as to why we do what we do and pray what we pray as Catholics during our celebration of the Eucharist and Liturgy of the Word."
"Awesome book!"
"Helps one understand that Mass is not just a service to go to, it more a family meal."
"awesome book!!"
"Truly a marvelous connecting of the dots."
"Scott Hahn is my favorite spiritual author."
"Dr. Hahn uses his deep understanding of the Old and New Testaments to reveal the presence of the Mass in all its glory in the Book of Revelations."
Best Paul's Letters
The Acclaimed, Authentic Biography of the Early Church's Greatest Evangelist--the. Apostle Paul. John Pollock is one of today's preeminent Christian biographers.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"Amazing, inspiring book that brings the historical times and the real St. Paul (as well as Jesus and his Apostles/disciples) back to life."
"This is the best book to date that I have read about the Apostle Paul."
"Just finishing the book, much history of Paul's life and what it was like is detailed here."
"A wonderful book explaining more about St. Paul than I ever knew before."
"There were a number of times as I progressed through this book where I became hungry for the authors citation Information."
"It was a good review of Paul's life & ministry."
"It gives us a look at what Paul was like and what he was feeling as he was traveling across Macedonia preaching the story of Jesus Christ and salvation."
"Well written story about the life of Paul."
Best Jesus, the Gospels & Acts
Now, in The Prodigal God, Keller takes his trademark intellectual approach to understanding Christianity and uses the parable of the Prodigal Son to reveal an unexpected message of hope and salvation.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"Great thought provoking book for individual or group study."
"In this book he talks about the lost sons."
"I loved this book."
"The way he shed new light on this parable makes it an enjoyable read for anyone, no matter where you are in your walk with God. I'm very left brained and a very linear thinking (this plus this equals this), so the way he broke everything down and showed the symbolism was very eye opening."
"The book focuses on the the character failings of the older brother which are self righteous and greed as well as the obvious sins of the younger brother."
"Though it is a short book, it took me a week to read it as each chapter was so thoughtfully writing and amazing."
"If you grew up in a legalistic rule-producing church you need to read this!!!"
"We have, no doubt, all heard in many sermons that the father represents God and the younger or "prodigal" son refers those whom rebel, are disobedient and lead sinful lives. After the younger son has run out of money and realizes his error, he seeks his father's forgiveness which he readily receives. He spent what he had to become human, and by temporarily separating from God, the Father, and by his death on the cross paid the ultimate sacrifice to save man-kind from our sins."