Hcsb Harmony Of The Gospels

HCSB Harmony of the Gospels is a standard, four-column synchronized reading of the Gospels based on the work of John A. Broadus and A.T. Robertson. In addition to the harmony itself, articles are included to address issues that arise when one compares the four Gospels and seeks to give a harmonized account of the life and teachings of Jesus. Designed for pastors, lay Bible teachers, professors, and students, this edition also features eight four-color maps that illuminate Christ’s life and ministry plus the full text of the four Gospels from the Holman Christian Standard Bible® translation.

Most of the Gospel Harmonies use parallel columns to give side-by-side comparisons of the various events in Jesus' life and ministry. But how much easier could His storyline be followed if it were presented in one seamless narrative, streamlined in chronological order? Features: • The four Gospels woven into a single, running narrative • All Scriptures taken from the Holman Christian Standard Bible • Sidebars call attention to major themes and difficult passages in the Gospels • Hundreds of study notes— a regular feature of every page—illuminate the text • Useful for both lesson and sermon preparation as well as stand-alone reading • Systematic reading plan for family worship and devotional use

The HCSB Harmony contains the full text of each of the four Gospels in the Holman Christian Standard Bible. The Harmony contains interpretative and clarifying notes by a number of scholars some with differing views on the relationship between various Gospel accounts. Beyond the Harmony, this volume includes articles designed to address issues that arise when one compares the four Gospels and seeks to give an integrated accounts on the life and teachings of Jesus.

One of the easiest-to-use parallel text harmonies of the Gospels now has an easier-to-read four-column type design.

The four gospels woven into a single running narrative featured in HCSB translation.

Notes on the Life of Jesus Christ is a verse by verse study of the Gospels, comparing the parallel passages in the chronological framework of the HCSB Harmony of the Gospels. The preacher, Bible teacher and serious student of the Bible will appreciate the concise, yet thorough, non-technical treatment of each verse. Pertinent historical information is included, and many references are provided for those who desire more information. A listing of additional Scripture references and a listing of subjects are included. Principles of Biblical interpretation are included throughout the book to facilitate the study of any selected passage. Notes on the Life of Jesus Christ assumes that the Four Gospels are the Holy Spirit inspired writings of the men whose names are on them. Sprague bases his comments on a solid, conservative approach to the Scriptures. However, Notes on the Life of Jesus Christ will challenge some traditional approaches to preaching and teaching certain Gospel passages.

This resource encourages a deeper understanding of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ by harmonizing the accounts of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John so as to assemble as many details as possible into a chronologically meaningful sequence.