I have written this look at Luke as a layman. I am not a biblical scholar, theologian or pastor. As I have studied the book of Luke, I wrote what I saw, thought, and I believe the Holy Spirit revealed to me. This is not meant to be a commentary or academic thesis. I am not capable of that. Instead, it is what I have come to see and love about Luke. He was a layman and historian, not one of the disciples, or a prophet. He was a doctor who was used by God to write inspired scripture. Many think he is the only Gentile writer of the Bible. As you read this book, my prayer is that you will come to love Luke as I have.
Offers a concise summary of, and an excellent introduction to, recent Lucan scholarship. Major positions on several important subjects are clearly expressed in nontechnical language. +
After studying the Revelation of Jesus Christ for several years I believe I have found the most truthful purpose of the Book, to show Jesus Christ as King of kings and Lord of lords.
Pursued by menacing strangers through her small Midwest city, twelve-year-old Alyssha Dodson takes refuge in a mysterious room under a bridge, a place that turns out to be a doorway into another universe. In the country where she then finds herself, Alyssha learns that the pursuit has not ended. A powerful and sinister man, Lord Raf Var Ne, seeks to gain possession of an object she was given years ago by her older brother a few days before he went missing. Told she can't return to her own world, she begins a search for that brother, aided by Lord Raf's charming but impetuous stepson. In the process, the two become involved in a revolutionary conflict. Underland is the story of a girl's coming of age in the midst of an adventure like no other.
A fresh look at a famous prayer “There is inherent in this prayer all the strength and compassion of our Father in heaven. There moves through it a beauty and a serenity which no mortal man can fully explain. It reassures our hearts, strengthens our resolve, and leads us into personal contact with God, our Father.” In this moving book by “an ordinary man and a child of God,” Phillip Keller takes each phrase of the Lord's Prayer one-by-one, unfolding it in wonderful detail and sharing insights he’s gained and experiences he’s enjoyed. Next to Psalm 23, the Lord’s Prayer is perhaps the most universally beloved passage in Scripture. It has been repeated millions of times by countless individuals for nearly 20 centuries. Yet, in spite of so much use and familiarity it has never lost its luster. A Layman’s Look at the Lord’s Prayer presents that luster in a fresh way to help you rediscover its incredible power. Winner of the ECPA's Top Shelf Cover Award 2017
The book ‘A layman’s ladder to heaven', is a fundamental address to the nuances of Christianity. It covers the whole gamut of events right from creation, fall, redemption, and finally the end of the world. How God created this world and man as mortal, how sin emerged, what is sin and how mortality turned into immortality. The entrance of decay and death, its causes, and how to overcome it. The love of God for the doomed race on account of sin and how to circumvent the impending doom and once again live life as mortals have been examined. The book explains the plan of redemption. How God has salvaged man from death, through the crucifixion of Lord Jesus Christ on the cross of Calvary. How through his death the price of sin was paid for the entire humanity. What is the first and second death? And everlasting life is also explained in a nutshell. It is also explained how to tackle the various challenges in life. We can overcome our daily problems by merely following the teachings of Jesus highlighted in the book. Peace of mind, depression, prosperity, riches, power, health, etc can be overcome. How Lord Jesus can metamorphosize our lives, to live a life of contentment and enjoy the blessings of the Lord? Sharing and caring for the human race also finds a place in the book. The emanating and focal point of all the miseries of life and who is responsible for it is also discussed. Who is Satan and how he’s trying to destroy our lives by bringing miseries, tragedies, sickness, and suffering, and how to overcome it? How the Lord Jesus has defeated death and paved the way for man for eternal life. Lastly, the creation that has been soured by Satan has to come to an end. Why, how, and when have also been explained. Who shall enter the new eternal life, what are the requirements for it, and how we can achieve this distinction has a special place in the book. What is the new, sin-free, and eternal life where the obedient go is also covered? The book in short is an answer to all our daily problems.
In today's world, it can be difficult to maintain your faith. Those seeking a greater understanding of the Bible have numerous excellent theological commentaries available to them, but due to volume and depth, many of these are out of reach of laypeople. Others lose contact with the Bible, because it no longer seems relevant to life. They use a superficial knowledge of science and evolution to exclude God and faith from their experiences. the Layman's Commentary: Volume 5--Books of the Gospels presents a passage-by-passage explanation of the four books of the Bible, known as the Gospels. In this fifth volume, author John Devine covers the biblical records of the life and teaching of Jesus Christ. In a coordinated approach to the four accounts he emphasises the significance of the claims that confirm Jesus as the Son of God and means of securing eternal life for those who recognise him as Savior and Lord. the evidence shows that Jesus is the most relevant person in history and why it is vital for each individual to make an informed decision about him. from personal experience Devine lays out the basis for a full and rewarding relationship with God. Study aids on prophecies, parables, miracles, healings and harmony of the Gospels are also provided.
A book that lays bare the fallacy of religion. It makes an unmistakable statement on the personal effect religion has on the individual; and the damage inflicted on the cultural, political and economic life of the world's population. Arguments for and against religion, atheism and the philosophy of life are examined, but always geared towards the layman. Humour, and irreverent commentary, assists the reader to question Bible events, in a fashion that helps the ordinary person to understand religion from an atheist's perspective. The bogus claims made by religions, are dissected by the clever use of stories, quotes, and examining relevant sections of the Bible. Veiled sections of the Bible that most of the public either have never heard of, or don't believe exist are exposed. A provocative read to challenge both the religious and non-religious. It is concise and understandable. Agree or disagree, one thing all critics agree upon, it will make you think about life and religion.
