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In turning the page from Malachi to Matthew in the Bible, we skip over a lot of history. Anthony Tomasino tells the story of intertestamental Judaism in an accessible, informative and entertaining book specifically designed for Christian laypeople.

J. G. McConville offers a theological interpretation of Deuteronomy, arguing that in the context of the ancient world this Old Testament book should be understood as the radical blueprint for the life of a people.

In this presentation of a biblical and logical perspective, Groothuis unveils how truth has come under attack and how it can be defended in the vital areas of theology, apologetics, ethics and the arts.

The large number and diversity of biblical passages dealing with the theme of creation underlines its central importance to the biblical message.

Alec Motyer gives us the fruit of over three decades of the study of Isaiah. With reference to the Hebrew text.

For philosophers, the pursuit of truth travels on precise definitions. For Christian apologists, the defence of the faith is founded on the defining Word. For students approaching either discipline for the first time, and for beginning students of either discipline, the difference between success and frustration begins with understanding the terms and ideas and identifying the thinkers and movements. The Pocket Dictionary of Apologetics & Philosophy of Religion is designed to be a companion to your study of these two related disciplines.Here is an affordable and easily accessible "help key" for your readings, lectures, writing assignments and exam preparation. It's a must-have study aid for any student who expects to cogitate on coherentism, or ruminate on Ricouer.

With over 2100 articles, this volume is a dictionary of Bible terms, place names, books, people and doctrines. One hundred major articles have been revised or rewritten for the third edition, and there is a revised bibliography.

An inspiring, thematic approach to the Book of Acts. Each theme is applied directly to modern church life, and to the relationship between the church and today's world. Themes opened up include church planting, evangelistic preaching, guidance, leadership and effective communication of the gospel in message and life-style.

A comprehensive outline for a vision of Christian social reform in the 21st century.

A collection of studies in the Psalms.

A long obedience in the same direction.

A response to the contemporary moral debate about homosexuality, taking into account medical and social scientific research and examining biblical and theological concerns.

This dictionary breaks new ground by combining articles on Christians ethics and pastoral theology in one volume. It seeks to integrate moral, pastoral and practical theology.

John Stott urges Christians to listen attentively both to God's ancient Word and to today's world, in order to communicate the authentic gospel.

Examines the major themes of the first five books of the Old Testament.

A groundbreaking theological discussion of the purpose and definition of marriage in Scripture

Integrates scholarship with application to ministry formation.

A wide-ranging and insightful exposition of a central theme in Christian living

Comprising articles on what the Bible is and how to read it, this text features an introduction to each book and commentaries dividing the text into sections for ease of reference.

In recent years our knowledge of the individual parts of the Bible has increased greatly, but our understanding of how they fit together has not kept pace. In particular, the relationship between the Old and New Testaments has been a neglected field of study. The latest in IVP's developing family of New Dictionaries, the 'New Dictionary of Biblical Theology' is an essential tool for students, preachers and ministers, as well as for scholars and others seeking a better grasp of the Bible's teaching. The aim of this prestigious dictionary is to integrate the various biblical books and themes into the overarching story of the Scriptures. The volume embodies three perspectives on biblical theology, which are reflected in its structure.

An elderly man fathers a nation. A child slave becomes governor. A rustic shepherd boy is made king.God's call is endlessly surprising. He draws people into his service from across social barriers and beyond our expectations. His chosen servants are ordinary, sinful human beings. And they include you and me.In forty daily meditations, with poems by Brian Draper, you can explore how to serve God through the example of great biblical characters. Discover with them how to step out in faith, overcome past failures, keep a vision when things are tough and see amazing events take place. You can learn, too, from the example of Jesus himself, the way to serve.

At your kitchen table your best friend, struggling to hold together a crumbling marriage, pours out her heart. At housegroup that evening the lonely widower, still grieving after more than a year, just wants to talk. Later your sister telephones, trying to come to terms with why she can't have children. You long to help, to bring words of comfort and healing. But where do you start: What should you say?Peter Hicks believes that some sufferers, perhaps one in ten, need professional help. What the other nine need, so very badly, is the listening ear of a Christian friend. This is a book to help you be that listening, friend, giving: Bible passages to point to: principles for sharing Christ's love; explanations of specific conditions; strategies for coping and changing habits; guidance about when to involve expert help. Above all, this book will help you to learn, even in the hardest situations, what you could say.

How do the themes of the cross speak to faith today? This BST Bible study helps you connect the cross with life and faith. Great for individuals and groups.