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Internationally noted historian Yamauchi paints an incisive portrait of Persia's role in Old Testament history. As well as providing a detailed assessment of the archaeological and biblical data, he weaves into his meticulously documented text more than one hundred photos, maps, and diagrams.

A diverse team of leading scholars survey the current landscape of Pauline studies, offering readers a concise guide to contemporary discussions.

Essential for serious students of biblical wisdom traditions"This major statement on Proverbs by a Christian scholar provides a critical, virtue ethics approach to a text laden with interpretive challenges for modern readers."Sandoval presents Proverbs as a profoundly theological statement about the cultivation of moral character through the practice of the complex moral and intellectual activity that the sages call 'wisdom.' This study will b...

This book is hope in the midst of despair."Today's political and cultural polarization has led to suspicion and animosity in our churches, our workplaces, and even our families. It has also led to a false sense of available options. In this book, Shirley Mullen invites us to claim the powerful, redemptive potential of the courageous middle and imagine a hopeful and more grace-filled future."A must-read for pastors, professors, students, and in...

Top scholars in the fields of theology and Christian philosophy introduce readers to five prevailing views on the topic of natural theology.

A wonderful introduction to what historians do and how they think"This introductory textbook shows why Christians should study history, how faith is brought to bear on our understanding of the past, and how studying the past can transform our lives. The second edition contains updates throughout."This book is a wonderful introduction to what historians do and how they think. I am pleased to see a second edition in print."--Benjamin Wetzel, Tay...

This book restores the imagination to its central role in spiritual formation by recovering key works from the Christian tradition so readers can experience the formative power of the imagination for themselves.

Provides instruction as well as motivation"This book provides 90 days of guided reading and brief exercises to help current and former students retain their knowledge and skill in reading and interpreting Biblical Greek."Students can forget a great deal during the long summer between the end of Greek II and a fall semester exegetical course. This book provides an excellent remedy for the problem, combining regular daily exercises with exegetic...

This book offers a clear and memorable way of understanding and living out God's providence in our lives by setting providence and human existence within the metanarrative of the Bible.

Introduces students to Christian service, benevolence, and the pursuit of justice, showing how service to others is central to our identity and mission as Christians.

This book offers a brief account of the doctrine of the Holy Spirit, focusing specifically on the question of the person and work of the Spirit in the Christian life.

A valuable resource for all Bible students"This concise introduction to the New Testament addresses the needs and questions of students in multicultural classrooms who are studying for ministry."It is clear from this book that Echevarría is an erudite scholar of first rate. It is no easy feat to master all the material present in this book. The wonderful news is that the book is written in clear prose that is accessible to both students and pa...

This book offers an accessible introduction to the four Gospels in their literary, theological, and canonical contexts.

Taking inspiration from Jonathan Edwards, a widely-respected evangelical theologian traces the redeeming work of the Messiah in the Bible and in church history up through the new heavens and earth.

This introduction to organizational behavior accounts for the unique dynamics of Christian organizations, providing key insights and guidance to those studying or practicing leadership of churches and ministries.

Esteemed New Testament scholar Richard Bauckham offers profound theological reflection on God's providence amid life's difficulties"--

This book helps readers develop women leaders in a local church or ministry context, exploring seven facets that provide a holistic way to grow the influence of women.

A book for all readers who desire to read deeply and to live deeply"Presenting reading as a remedy for prevalent cultural vices--distraction, hostility, and consumerism--this book helps readers contribute to the flourishing of their communities and cultivate their own spiritual and intellectual depth."This book eloquently joins the other voices calling us to soul-forming kinds of reading that can resist our descent into superficiality and host...