Essentials Of Bible History

Readers' Choice Award Winner "Christians love the Bible, but they often do not know what to do with the Old Testament," writes Westmont College professor Tremper Longman. Further, he points out that it includes many types of writing—history, prophecy, poetry, wisdom and apocalyptic. In this helpful volume he offers different strategies for understanding each of these important types of writing. Jesus made a point to tell his disciples that the whole Old Testament anticipated his coming (see especially Luke 24:25-27, 44-45). And so each session includes a special feature called "Anticipating the New Testament." Through this you will begin to discover the links between the two testaments and gain a fuller sense of our unfolding salvation history. Following the format of the other volumes of the Essenitals series, originally designed by Greg Ogden, author of Discipleship Essentials, each session includes the following elements: a memory verse a Bible study a reading "Anticipating the New Testament" a life application section Designed to work well on your own, with a partner or triad, or in a small group, Old Testament Essentials offers a comprehensive overview that will enrich your knowledge and deepen your faith. "Tremper Longman is for me—and countless others—a treasured 'go-to' resource to uncover the treasures of Old Testament wisdom. This survey will be of huge value to anyone who wants the big picture of the Great Story." —John Ortberg, senior pastor of Menlo Park Presbyterian Church and author of Who Is This Man?

The history of Christianity can seem dauntingly complex: it covers two thousand years and involves virtually every corner of the earth. It has shaped the world as we know it today. The Essential History of Christianity covers both the key historical events and the big picture. Miranda Threlfall-Holmes helps us to understand what has gone on in the past, and sheds light on our present experiences of churches, religion, spirituality and religious conflict. She also gives important clues about what might happen in the future. This entertaining and accessible guide makes sense of a fascinating subject, providing a clear overview of the broad sweep of Christian history, and is indispensible for those beginning to study Christianity or the Church.

A full-color guide to the healing power of the 12 most important essential oils mentioned in the Bible • Explores 12 essential oils: cassia, galbanum, myrrh, myrtle, spikenard, onycha, sandalwood, frankincense, hyssop, cedar, cistus, and cypress • Details, for each oil, its Bible verses, historical information, botanical and chemical components, uses in folk medicine, and modern uses for healing and well-being, including simple recipes and daily practices • Explains how essential oils and herbal medicine played a role in biblical times and in general history Health Essential Oils have been used for healing purposes since ancient times. Oils anointed newborns and kings and were employed to care for the body and treat the sick. The Bible specifically mentions at least 33 different essential oils and refers the aromatic herbs, resins, and incense more than a thousand times. Distilling the essence of this healing wisdom, Karin Optiz-Kreher and Johannes Huber explain the ancient uses of essential oils, both for ritualistic and health purposes, and they examine the detail the 12 most important essential oils mentioned in the bible. The essential oils in the full-color guide are cassia, galbanum, myrrh, myrtle, spikenard, onycha, sandalwood, frankincense, hyssop, cedar, cistus, and cypress. Each oil is described, beginning with the Bible verses that refer to it, followed by historical information about the oil, its botanical and chemical components, its uses in folk medicine, and its modern applications for healing and well-being, including simple recipes and daily practices. Learn all you need to know about these powerful oils from the scriptures.

Christianity has played a central role in world history, for better or worse, but beyond the life of Jesus many people know little of this story. Geoffrey Blainey takes the reader on a journey from the very beginnings of Christianity through to the present day. Looking at the development of the religion itself, as well as the social and economic forces that have influenced it, the book focuses on the stories of the key players in Christianity’s rise and fall through the ages, as well as how these players shaped the faith of believers.

There’s only one life essential you really need—God’s Word. The HCSB Essential Teen Study Bible can give you all the tools you need to tackle this life and learn to live it God’s way. Filled with hundreds of study helps and 146 devotions written especially for teens, this fully designed, four-color Bible will help you apply God’s Word each day and connect with Him as never before. Features include: · 146 devotions on redemption, written specifically for teens · Redemption Thread feature from Genesis to Revelation to help readers understand how each story points us to Christ · Respond feature that guides students on how to apply Bible passages to their lives · Behind the Story feature with in-depth info to better understand biblical text · Essential Questions feature with the answers students are looking for · Memory Verses to strengthen teens’ faith · 99 Essential Doctrines that all teens need to know · Introductions for each book of the Bible · Full text of the HCSB (Holman Christian Standard Bible) · Study notes · Full-color maps

Insightful Archaeological Context. Illuminated Historicity. While the historical accuracy of the Bible has long been a topic of debate and has fallen under increased scrutiny in recent decades, new archaeological discoveries from an expanding host of ancient sites found in Bible lands continue to provide evidence pertinent to questions of reliability. The Essential Archaeological Guide to Bible Lands offers the most geographically extensive overview of archaeological sites from all of the regions relevant to the biblical narratives. With information from excavations and research both old and new, this thorough guide from archaeologist and professor Dr. Titus Kennedy features more than 200 full-color photos that show ancient ruins and bring the Bible to life extensive exploration of archaeological discoveries from more than 70 key locations and historical sites stretching across Mesopotamia, Egypt, Anatolia, Greece, the Holy Land, and beyond expert research and analysis of archaeological evidence that illuminates and corroborates historical narratives of the Bible The Essential Archaeological Guide to Bible Lands will aid in your search for answers, serving as a travel guide and a resource for investigating the context and historicity of the Bible while vicariously visiting many ancient biblical locations.