Understanding Bible by Design
Understanding Bible by Design

Author: G. Brooke Lester

Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 133

ISBN-13: 1451488793

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"Today's seminary instructors are expected to design and redesign their courses more nimbly than in the past. At the same time, institutional rewards for time invested in course design are fewer than ever. Understanding Bible by Design introduces the reader to Understanding by Design: an approach to course design that is proven time-efficient and grounded in the instructor's most closely-held convictions about her subject matter's "big ideas and essential questions." Lester's synopsis of course design and suggested action is followed by a collaborative dialogue with Jane S. Webster and Christopher M. Jones"--Back cover.

Crafted by God
Crafted by God

Author: Dan Hayden

Publisher: A Word from the Word

Published: 2012-12-28

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 9780985413484

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With so many authors and an array of genres, you might expect the Bible to be an anthology of disconnected pieces. Yet, the sixty-six books from Genesis to Revelation weave together into a cohesive unit of divine instruction. But, the question remains - Is there more? Is there a comprehensive design in the Bible that surpasses the mere idea of conceptual unity? Stepping back to look more broadly at the arrangement of the sixty-six divinely inspired books of the Bible it is surprising to observe a mosaic image of a person with a head, torso, arms, and legs. The body of Jesus Christ (Incarnation) and the body of biblical truth (Inspiration) representing the two special revelations of God, were apparently constructed in the same manner. Taking the books of the Bible in their received groupings and order, being careful not to manipulate God's providential arrangement, we see a mirror image of the man Jesus Christ. It seems that the Bible presents to us the Person of our Lord, not only in its content, but also in its form. Crafted by God is the unveiling of this discovery and a probing of its implications. Here is a study that truly unlocks the harmonious structure and purposeful design of the Bible - as well as opening new vistas of thought that put all of Scripture into its contextual meaning.

Four Views on Creation, Evolution, and Intelligent Design
Four Views on Creation, Evolution, and Intelligent Design

Author: Zondervan,

Publisher: Zondervan Academic

Published: 2017-11-21

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 0310080983

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Evolution--or the broader topic of origins--has enormous relevance to how we understand the Christian faith and how we interpret Scripture. Four Views on Creation, Evolution, and Intelligent Design presents the current "state of the conversation" about origins among evangelicals representing four key positions: Young Earth Creationism - Ken Ham (Answers in Genesis) Old Earth (Progressive) Creationism - Hugh Ross (Reasons to Believe) Evolutionary Creation - Deborah B. Haarsma (BioLogos) Intelligent Design - Stephen C. Meyer (The Discovery Institute) The contributors offer their best defense of their position addressing questions such as: What is your position on origins - understood broadly to include the physical universe, life, and human beings in particular? What do you take to be the most persuasive arguments in defense of your position? How do you demarcate and correlate evidence about origins from current science and from divine revelation? What hinges on answering these questions correctly? This book allows each contributor to not only present the case for his or her view, but also to critique and respond to the critiques of the other contributors, allowing you to compare their beliefs in an open forum setting to see where they overlap and where they differ.

God's Good Design (Second Edition)
God's Good Design (Second Edition)

Author: Claire Smith

Publisher:

Published: 2019-05

Total Pages: 255

ISBN-13: 9781925424515

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Claire Smith looks closely at seven key Bible passages about men and women and how they should relate together in God's purposes.

Raising Boys by Design
Raising Boys by Design

Author: Dr. Gregory L. Jantz

Publisher: WaterBrook

Published: 2013-09-17

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 0307731685

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Help your son grow into the strong, loving man God created him to be with Raising Boys by Design. Packed with doable strategies and eye-opening examples of what’s really going on inside a boy’s brain, Raising Boys by Design offers a practical blueprint to help you build a HERO—one who values Honor, Enterprise, Responsibility, and Originality. Among other things, you’ll learn how to help your son: • strengthen his character, resilience, and self-discipline • nurture genuine compassion and empathy • process words and emotions in ways that fit his brain chemistry • succeed in school and hone crucial life skills • develop a healthy perspective of sexuality • avoid the pitfalls of media and technology • embark on a lifelong adventure of faith This unique resource combines the latest research in brain science with timeless truths from the Bible to reveal the deepest needs shared by every boy of faith while also leading you to fresh insights for honoring the unique personality, talents, and God-given design of your son in particular. You can help your son thrive today as the hero he is meant to be when you learn the secrets of Raising Boys by Design.

How to Enjoy the Bible
How to Enjoy the Bible

Author: E. W. Bullinger

Publisher: Cosimo, Inc.

Published: 2008-01-01

Total Pages: 470

ISBN-13: 1605201065

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One of the most respected Bible scholars of the 19th century, British clergyman ETHELBERT WILLIAM BULLINGER (1837-1913) here offers his guide to understanding the "inexhaustible" Word of God as revealed in the Bible. In this classic religious work, first published in 1921, Bullinger discusses: . The One Great Object of the Word. The One Great Subject of the Word. The One Great Requirement of the Word-"Rightly Dividing" It. The Meaning of Words to be Gathered from the Scope; not the Scope from the Words. The Scope of a Passage to be Gathered from its Structure. The Biblical Usage of Words Essential to their Correct Interpretation. The Context Always Essential to the Interpretation of Words. The First Occurrence of Words, Expressions, and Utterances Often Essential to their Interpretation. The Place Where a Passage Occurs is Often Essential to its Full Interpretation. No One Passage to be Interpreted in a Sense Repugnant to Others that are Clear. The Importance of Accuracy in the Study of the Words of Scripture. and more.

Marriage and the Mystery of the Gospel
Marriage and the Mystery of the Gospel

Author: Ray Ortlund

Publisher: Crossway

Published: 2016-10-13

Total Pages: 117

ISBN-13: 1433546906

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"This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church." — Ephesians 5:32 Marriage reveals something of eternal significance. From the beginning, God designed marriage to convey a greater reality—the passionate, unfailing, redeeming love of God for sinners, the eternal romance between Christ and his bride. In this volume, Ray Ortlund traces marriage throughout Scripture—from the first marriage in the garden of Eden to the ultimate marriage in the book of Revelation—laying out a transcendent vision of marriage that dignifies our own imperfect unions as a display of the gospel. This book offers insight and hope to every married person today. Part of the Short Studies in Biblical Theology series.

Holman Quicksource Guide to Understanding the Bible
Holman Quicksource Guide to Understanding the Bible

Author: Kendell H. Easley

Publisher: B&H Publishing Group

Published: 2002-09-01

Total Pages: 360

ISBN-13: 1433671344

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If you've been wanting to get a better understanding of the bible, even if you've been reading it for years - this is the resource for you! This QuickSource Guide features one-sentence summaries, timelines, key terms, colorful maps and charts, quick-hitting details on who wrote what and why, and so much more.

Discovering the Design of the New Testament
Discovering the Design of the New Testament

Author: Gerald Haug

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-07-05

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 9781548270391

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The Bible is meant to be read and grasped by everyone from new believer to scholar. Yet, many miss its deeper truths because they don't understand the Bible's design. To aid readers of all skill levels, Discovering the Design of the New Testament shows how the 27 books of the New Testament are woven together to tell one beautiful story of redemption. Rev. Haug reveals God's clever design of the New Testament by explaining the basics, the background, and the "breakdown" of each book and how it relates to the rest of the Bible so that you can grasp its meaning and apply it to your life. By exploring the "how" and "why" questions of each New Testament book, you will understand your Bible like never before. In this book, you will: Find useful charts, diagrams, and time lines to aid in your understanding Learn how and why the New Testament books are arranged in their particular order Identify major principles, promises, doctrines, and commands for each book Discern God's purpose and apply life-changing truths to everyday situations Discover the principles for lifelong, enriching, and effective study of the New Testament This book is the second in a four-part series designed to take study of Scripture to the next level. It is perfect for personal or small group study.

Holman QuickSource Guide to Understanding the Bible
Holman QuickSource Guide to Understanding the Bible

Author: Kendell H. Easley

Publisher: Holman Reference

Published: 2011-09-01

Total Pages: 408

ISBN-13: 9780805495508

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A thorough guide to Bible comprehension-the main idea of each book, Christ's foreshadowing in the Old Testament, etc.- aided by colorful maps, charts, and illustrations throughout