Originally published in 1959, A Summary of Christian History has been a classic text for introductory-level studies of Christian history for more than four decades. Even in the face of advancing history, new findings, and changing perspectives, Dr. Baker's original classic has remained popular decades beyond the normal life expectancy of a textbook.

A predecessor to That's Easy For You To Say by the same author. Using guidelines based on Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic speech, pronunciation of every proper name in every major translation of the Bible is provided in this scholarly work.

A Church History from Christ to A.D.300. Some interesting readings include details of the lives of the early church fathers, heresies of that time, and how the church evolved.

Are you ready to have your pre-conceived ideas about the identity and nature of God challenged? If you are, then you will take away from this scholarly work a deeper faith and understanding of the nature and love of God. If your foundation is solid, rediscover that sense of "awe" that should permeate every christian's life every day. This is not lite reading. It requires much contemplation of what the author is trying to convey. It is one where the reading of one sentence, at times, will be so profound you will cease your reading and spend hours in systematic thought. The heart will leap. This is meat. It is rewarding!

Side by side comparisons of the Synoptic Gospels.

A side by side companion to the Bible enjoyed by many for decadescompact in size, rich in content. Its summaries, commentary, archeological findings, maps, history of the church, and more are invaluable to not only the beginner in Bible study, but a quick reference for anyone at any point in their Christian journey. For those with special needs, it is also available in Large Print.

Although intended as a text for undergraduate college students, its concise history of the Hebrew people and the Old Testament is without comparison. A must for every beginning Bible student! Its companion is the: Heart of the New Testament

Like its Old Testament counter-part, this unequaled work is intended for collegiate undergraduates. However, college enrollment is not a necessity for reading, gleaning, and being enriched from Dr.Hester's New Testament knowledge and literary skills.

A contemporary to the Jews at the time of Jerusalem's fall to the Romans who came to end the zealot uprising in Judea after the time of Christ, Josephus was considered a traitor by those within its walls because of his call for its surrender for their survival. His account of Hebrew history, chronicle of the Jews' last days in Judea, the Wars of the Jews, has been a source for insight into this unique people who have been both admired and persecuted since their early beginnings. Arguably, the most quoted Jewish historian on record.

Unlike those who speak to us from their lofty towers of academia, with little or no experience in the dynamics of spiritual awakening, Finney is an authority on the subject. Be prepared to be personally challenged in every area of your life, both in the natural and spiritual. Do not read over lightly the implications of those matters that may seem irrelevant in our day that were common in his. There are truths to be gleaned from them as well.

A staple commentary in any serious Bible student's and scholar's library for over 3 centuries. This complete and unabridged one volume edition of Matthew Henry's famous work, includes the entire text of Matthew Henry's original multi-volume commentary.

The purpose of this anthology is to offer a sampling of some of the best modern spiritual writers. There is a range of emphases here; there are also several religious traditions represented, and this may require some explanation. Buber and Heschel are here because of the deep influence these two Jewish thinkers have had on modern Christian thought. Similarly, Simone Weil's influence is undeniable...although she was never baptized, she was a believer in Christianity who had a unique feeling for the universal nature of God's revelation. The presence of Chägyam Trungpa, a Buddhist, may require a little more explanation. The basic reason for his being here is quite personal: I find what he has to say about "spiritual materialism" very important. I think the readers of this anthology will find that it applies to the spirituality of any tradition...I hope other readers will find the authors represented here as helpful as I have. - John Garvey
      For those who explore the minds of others, the searching Christian will find nuggets of treasure in this thought-provoking work presented by Garvey. Although at Adam2.org, we do not ascribe to the doctrines and teachings of other religions, we do find elements of thought that run within the grain of our own human approaches into the spirituality of our own faith. It is with this reason we recommend this book to the maturing Christian to take from it that which may be pertinent in their own advancing growth in the area of meditation and prayer.

Using guidelines based on Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic speech, pronunciation of every proper name in every major translation of the Bible is provided in this scholarly work. As a bonus, a CD-ROM including these pronounciations is supplied to provide the acutal experience of hearing the correct pronounciation of a selected word. A value at any price! Use it with a kind heart when attempting to correct others, as you will be tempted to do.

Although written for the Jew who desires further understanding and instructions for practicing their faith, anyone examining its contents will gain greater insight into Jewish life.
As a companion, A GLOSSARY OF JEWISH LIFE: by Kerry M. Olitzky, and Ronald H. Isaacs gives over 2,400 defined terms used by American Jews in such areas as religious practice, history, literature, Israel, and personalities (pronounciations are not included).

Don't let its name be misleading! This resource is found in almost every pastor and minister's library around the globe, if not adjacent to their Bible on their desk. This is the fastest way to compare the KJV, NIV, NRSV, translations and the Living Bible paraphrase offered in a side by side format on each page. (Please keep in mind: The Living Bible is NOT a translation of original text. It is merely one man's paraphrase of existing translations.)

Bible dictionaries are like entrees on a buffet, everyone has their own preferences. Although there are many good dictionaries for the serious Bible student to use on a regular basis, and should not be limited to an either/or, for our purposes of recommendations, we have chosen Unger's. In addition to the 6,700 entries, included are color photos, charts, essays, illustrations, maps, and other rewarding features that enrich the knowledge of anyone who delves into its contents.

A lifetime of Study. Over 30 years of intense Bible study first produced in 1908 by Frank Charles Thompson, D.D., PH.D, and his faithful wife, Laura B.Thompson. This newer edition with its added references is by far the best scripture reference Bible available to the serious Bible student to date. It is a selection of tens of thousands of references, and the arranging of them into marginal chains, with their indexes in its appendix gives the reader a quick reference to almost every topic one can imagine, from Aaron to Zuph. In addition, there are many other study tools provide, such as, a brief background and outline of every Bible book, charts, figures, maps, and even a concordance. Although the KJV is our recommended version (not the inadequate NewKJV), it is also available in other versions and binds as well. We believe once you have tried it, you will embrace it as your daily companion. (Make sure you get the Morocco leather edition for better flexibility, durability, and longer life.)

"The most profound and compelling introduction to Jewish faith available to the contemporary reader" - Jewish Books In Review. The writer takes the reader on a journey from the Jewish historical past and its ancient and modern traditions to the future of the statehood of Israel.

Although likely best known within Baptist circles, A.T.Robetertson's Greek skills and work have been widely known and quoted for decades. His exegesis of the New Testament text stands among the top in any generation of scholars. It is rewarding. Begin your examination with his passage on John 3 to experience the insight and joy this work will bring each time you pick it up for study or personal enrichment.

As any who have delved into the original Greek of the New Testament and began to experience its rewards, and joy, those who have discovered this unequaled work by Kenneth Wuest have soared to similar heights. Although unknown in real life, Kenneth Wuest has been a personal mentor and instructor for many a pastor, teacher or minister who has stood before others to teach.

As with Bible dictionaries, concordances have their loyal followings. Many are good. Some are better. But if you're looking for a format for easy locating your word of choice, we think Young's is the best! Also provided is the word's meaning in its original form.