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Book SynopsisTimothy from Lystra was known as 'son' of Paul the Apostle who, as his apprentice, was to learn the things of the faith from him. Timothy was later to be sent to Ephesus serving as Paul's representative. The Ephesians had lost their focus on the message of the gospel. They were materialistic and their lives were marked by ungodly living. Timothy's task was to call them back to the cross and what Jesus Christ had done for them, setting their sights on what they would receive when Christ returns for them. Until then they were to live lives of godliness and holiness.This is a book which will equip you for your own study of the book of 1 Timothy and ultimately in teaching it, showing how we can navigate a godly life even in today's culture. It helps you to ask the questions Why should we read 1 Timothy today? What are the main themes? This is intended to accompany Teaching 1 Timothy and includes an introductory study.Trade ReviewNorth India desperately needs men and women who will preach and teach the Bible faithfully and PT's Teaching series is of great value in encouraging them to do just that. -- Isaac Shaw (Executive Director, Delhi Bible Institute, New Delhi, India)The task of moving from the text of Scripture to clear and faithful exposition is challenging. This series of excellent guides aims to help the Bible teacher to observe what is there in the text, and prepare to convey its significance to contemporary hearers. In this way these volumes often do more than the weightier technical commentaries. It is like having the guidance of an experienced coach in the wonderful work of rightly handling the word of truth. -- John Woodhouse (Retired Principal and Lecturer in Doctrine and Old Testament, Moore College, Sydney, Australia)The need of the hour is Bible knowledge. When knowledge fails, faith fails, and we are shaped instead by cultural forces alien to God. This teaching series, written by skilled and trustworthy students of God's word, helps us to understand the Bible, believe it and obey it. I commend it to all Bible readers, but especially those whose task it is to teach the inspired word of God. -- Peter Jensen (Retired Archbishop of Sydney, Sydney, Australia)The Teaching series is a great resource for Bible study leaders and pastors, indeed for any Christian who wants to understand their Bible better. -- Mark Dever (Senior Pastor, Capitol Hill Baptist Church and President, 9Marks.org, Washington, DC)

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Book Synopsis1 Peter addresses Christians who have known suffering and persecution to a degree that we will never know. In 2 Peter, Peter was very concerned that those who deny Christ's return should be withstood and that the church could be confident that Christ has not abandoned them. The theme of Jude is similar and also points Christians towards the evidence of believers who heard Jesus speak, to enable them 'to fight on for the faith which once and for all God has given to his people'.Trade Review"I have read these commentaries with great joy. They are all that one could hope for - accessible, clear, exegetically reliable and devotionally warm-hearted. We need more like this! This book is a gem - buy it and read it. It will do you great good." -- Wallace Benn (Retired Bishop of Lewes, Sussex, England)"Paul Gardner's commentary on 1-2 Peter and Jude is a terrific resource for those teaching or preaching on these important books of the Bible. Gardner handles scholarly issues with skill and clarity, and his exposition is chock full of useful insights. Easy to read, doctrinally faithful, and pastorally wise, this book is exactly the kind of commentary that is so needed today." -- Richard D. Phillips (Senior Minister, Second Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina)"I found this commentary well-written, clear, and insightful" -- Associate Professor of New Testament Interpretation, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky (Professor of New Testament Interpretation, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky )... a welcome addition to a commentary series that is proving very helpful to believers in pulpit and pew alike who want to get to grips with God's Word. -- Evangelical Times

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Book SynopsisJesus told a story about a young son, his older brother and their loving father. It’s a great story that teaches us about God and about how patient he is. Jesus told stories, great stories, that tell us about who God is and what he is like. In the Stories From Jesus series the parables are retold and explained for young children.

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Book SynopsisJesus told a story about a gang of robbers, an injured man and a Good Traveller. It’s a great story that tells us about God and that He is the Saviour.Jesus told stories, great stories, that tell us about who God is and what he is like. In the Stories From Jesus series the parables are retold and explained for young children.

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Book SynopsisJesus told a story about a lost sheep, a Good Shepherd and a party. It’s a great story that tells us about God and how we must trust in him.Jesus told stories, great stories, that tell us about who God is and what he is like. In the Stories From Jesus series the parables are retold and explained for young children.

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Book SynopsisJesus told a story about some wise girls, some foolish girls and a wedding. It’s a great story that teaches us about God, his forgiveness and how me must be ready to meet with him one day.

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Book SynopsisJesus told a story about a wise builder, a foolish builder and a storm. It’s a great story that tells us about God and how he will help you when trouble comes.Jesus told stories, great stories, that tell us about who God is and what he is like. In the Stories From Jesus series the parables are retold and explained for young children.

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Book SynopsisJesus told a story about three servants, their master and some sacks of money. It is a great story that tells us about God and how he has work for us to do.Jesus told stories, great stories, that tell us about who God is and what he is like. In the Stories From Jesus series the parables are retold and explained for young children.

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Book SynopsisJohn is known as ‘the disciple whom Jesus loved’. He was under our Saviour’s teaching and care for three years. He leaned against Christ’s chest at the last supper and witnessed the crucifixion. Who better then to write about the love of Jesus than the one who had such first–hand experience of it? In these three letters, John is passing on the impact of these experiences to people he loves, tenderly encouraging them to see past their failings and focus on the promises available in Christ. John Hannah opens up the letters of John to show the simple message of freedom from guilt contained within.Trade ReviewThe book works systematically through John's letters. The exposition is punctuated by a series of parentheses - 40 in all - many of which are like mini applicatory sermons. This illustrates the author's paramount concern for relevance to the Christian life. It is clear that the book was written in a prayerful spirit; frequently the author tells us of his prayer for himself and his readers in the light of his exposition. Overall, the book stimulates comfort and hope. This is apt and chimes in with the apostle's own intention in writing. As the author says in the epilogue, there is 'a majestic sweetness' to John's letters 'that leaves the reader amazed and humbled'. What flows through the book, making it a profitable read, is the author's obvious desire that we should all respond with prayerful amazement and humble prayer. -- Jonathan Bayes, ThirskI am delighted to recommend this commentary on the Johannine epistles. It is beloved message from the beloved disciple expounded by a beloved professor. Highly recommended. -- Denny Burk (Professor of Biblical Studies, Boyce College, Louisville, Kentucky)Hannah carefully explains the text and skillfully applies its message to our contemporary world. If you want to see afresh the beauty of Christ and grow in your love for him and his people, this book is for you. -- Matthew Harmon (Professor of New Testament Studies at Grace Theological Seminary in Winona Lake, Indiana)As with all commentaries in the Focus on the Bible series, the introductory matters are largely kept to a minimum and while there is no verse by verse exposition, the section by section approach is still a worthwhile technique. This commentary is also up-to-date and is applicable not only to the laymen but to the pastor as well. That is why I recommend this text to any laymen as a wonderful devotional and to the pastor as a great introduction to the epistles with a lot of application helpful for sermon preparation. -- The Geeky Calvinist

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Book SynopsisThe growing hunger for the Word of God is an unexpected development in our time. This book sets out to nourish those who desire something deeper and richer than is possible in the usual setting of worship. By exploring the context and background to all three readings, the author hopes to make the readings available for personal prayer and as a preparation for taking part in the Sunday liturgy. A very useful resource for all who wish to get more out the Sunday readings. Fr Kieran is very well-known for his regular email resources of resources on the readings. These are hugely popular amongst clergy and others. Now, for the first time, these readings are brought together in a series of books. This is the second volume covering Lent and Holy Week.

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Book SynopsisThis is the seventh volume in this popular series, and the first for Year C, the Year of Luke. By exploring the context and background to all three readings, the author hopes to make the readings available for personal prayer and as a preparation for taking part in the Sunday liturgy. This book is a very useful resource for all who wish to get more out of the season's readings. Fr Kieran is very well-known for his hugely popular 'Weekly Notes' – an email resource for each week's readings throughout the year. Praise for previous volumes in the series: "...concise and helpful, useful both to the preacher preparing his thoughts and to the reader who wishes to contemplate the scriptures." - Church Review "...all you need to know to enrich your experience of reading and hearing the Scriptures ... a book that you can select from, finding what speaks to you." - The TabletTrade Review'a deep and scholarly piece of work, which provides plenty of material for study, prayer and reflection.' Catholic South West -- Denis Blackledge SJ * Catholic South West *‘His commentary is both learned and easy to understand...I highly recommend this book’ Church Review -- Nigel Waugh * Church Review *‘provides a multi-faceted understanding of the Gospel... a solid resource for adult faith formation as well as parish-based faith renewal groups.’ Intercom -- Mary Adamson * Intercom magazine *‘...a rich resource, of immense help to preachers...highly recommended.’ * Spirituality journal *‘...invaluable to ministers preparing sermons...O”Mahony balances his excellent scholarship with practical wisdom, providing original insights into the familiar seasonal readings.’ * Transforming Ministry *

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Book SynopsisThe readings for Lent in year C are mostly from Luke, with the emphasis falling on conversion and reconciliation (even the “stray” reading from John 8:1-11 is Lukan in tone). This year, the narrative arc from the Old Testament begins with a very ancient Israelite creed, “A wandering Aramean was my ancestor,” a mysteriously inspiring narrative. In a markedly consistent way, the middle readings, all from the undisputed letters of Paul, link with other readings and help to bring them into our present moment. By exploring the context and background to all three readings, the author hopes to make the readings available for personal prayer and as a preparation for taking part in the Sunday liturgy. A very useful resource for all who wish to get more out the Sunday readings. Fr Kieran is very well-known for his regular email resources of resources on the readings. These are hugely popular amongst clergy and others. Now, for the first time, these readings are brought together in a series of books. This is the second volume covering Lent and Holy Week.

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Book SynopsisThe glorious doctrine of justification by faith far exceeds even the great charters of freedom and liberty which we have seen throughout history. This doctrine is expounded by the apostle Paul whose letter this is and in it we see the key themes of his theology expounded. Joseph Pipa, an able Biblical expositor committed to the inerrancy of Scripture, brings this important letter with practical lessons for the church of every age alive for us. Trade Review"Martin Luther once called the Epistle to the Galatians "my Katie von Bora" - this letter was as dear to the Reformer as his own wife. In Galatians, Joseph Pipa has given the church a clear, stirring, and accessible exposition of this beloved letter." -- Guy Prentiss Waters (James M. Baird, Jr. Professor of New Testament, Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, Mississippi)"Here is a clear, succinct, and powerful exposition of a key Pauline letter. Pipa writes pastorally, an apt reflection of Paul's own desire to inform and edify. He writes learnedly, aware of challenges to Paul's gospel from Federal Vision and New Perspective quarters." -- Robert W. Yarbrough (Professor of New Testament, Covenant Theological Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri)

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Book SynopsisJesus laid aside his majesty and "emptied himself" and took the form of a servant. Focusing on this theme, R T challenges us to live in true humility - "Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus." He looks at the mystery of Christ being fully God and fully man and Christ's vindication and exaltation and what that means for us.Trade Review"A warm and passionate introduction to the person of Jesus and what he came to accomplish." -- Stephen Gaukroger (Director of Clarion Trust International)I heartedly welcome this book and am confident that those readers who desire to be true worshippers, those who worship the Father in spirit and in truth, will find here a treasure chest of truth that will intoxicate their spirits to worship. -- Graham Kendrick

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Book SynopsisWhat does it mean to belong to God's family? Consider the gospel of Luke which introduces us to Jesus the most important man who ever lived. This book demonstrates that encountering Jesus is a matter of urgency for all people everywhere. The Gospel of Luke is applied to a 21st century audience using contemporary illustrations including the recent financial crisis.Trade Review"Not a safe book. Peter Dickson is a bit sneaky (the book is so engagingly written) and yet terribly stubborn (he refuses to offer you a bland, smooth, mass-market, shrink-wrapped Jesus). So reading it may make you savingly angry or fearfully grateful-either of which will be okay. I find so refreshing this combination of contemporary clarity and old, rugged gospel." -- Dale Ralph Davis (Respected Author and Old Testament Scholar)Jesus has set me free from self-centredness to serve God and my fellow human beings, and given me grounds for believing that physical death is not the final end of life but the pathway to a future, better life in the presence of God. My prayer is that this book will help its readers by both creating and nourishing living faith in Jesus Christ. -- I. Howard Marshall"This book will steer you through the observations of a remarkable physician, Luke, who practiced medicine 2,000 years ago. It may have been long before antibiotics and scans, but he recognized and meticulously recorded the most significant event in world history . . . this book will present you with a truly life-saving treatment - more than anything I or any other doctor can ever offer you!" -- Simon Barker"This is one of the best books of its kind that I have seen. It brings the familiar chapters of Luke's Gospel into the arena of the Twenty First Century, and makes the Christian faith real and relevant. One of the chapters is entitled "The Real Jesus". We encounter him throughout this book. I predict a wide use for it." -- Eric Alexander"Working in the world of finance, I come across many who have very healthy bank balances but who are poor in other ways. This book . . . is free from religious jargon and is very accessible. Full of illustrations, the authors unpack what it means to live in relationship with the living God and so to live our lives to the full." -- Simon PilcherPeter Dickson has succeeded in transporting his readers from Aberdeen to the shores of Galilee in this vivid account of Dr Luke’s impeccably researched biography of Jesus. But I must confess that this journey comes with a health warning – as we look at Jesus we’ll discover much more about ourselves. -- Rico Tice

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Book Synopsis Terry reveals the spiritual depth of the Lord's prayer. Each subject is covered in depth - 'Actively praying for' - includes contrition, God's will to be accomplished, removing temptation etc. 'Attitude in prayer' - includes arguing our case before God, keeping an eternal perspective, the prayer covenant, pleasing God, reverence, etc.This is a profoundly accessible book, one that cleverly combines the theology of the Lord's Prayer with down-to- earth application. Terry teaches us not only how we should pray but also how we should live.Sections I. Introduction, Our needs, Please God in Prayer II. The Preface of Praise III. The Petitions IV. The Benediction and Plea V. Persistence VI. Appendix, Bibliography, Index Trade ReviewWhat is refreshing is that the ministry of Terry Johnson has not only historical integrity but it has a very definite appeal to young people, proving once again that the genuinely classic is of interest to all, both the old and the young. -- Hughes Oliphant Old (Professor of Reformed Theology and Worship, Erskine Theological Seminary, Due West, South Carolina)I am delighted with Terry Johnson's When Grace Comes Alive, specifically because it could serve as a clarion call to humble and believing prayer in thousands of churches across the world. ....I found his discussion of 'praying without ceasing' to be sensible and hopeful for us ordinary Christian folk. ...If this book blesses others as it has me, great good for the Kingdom of God will come from it! -- Douglas F. Kelly (Professor of Theology Emeritus, Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte, North Carolina)

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