Bible History
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Abingdon Bible Commentary, The
Type: BOOK
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Bible
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Bible History
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Bible Land/Geography
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Bible Language
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Bible People
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Bible Survey
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Bible/New Testament
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Bible/Old Testament
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General
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Bible, The Book that Bridges the Millenia, The: Part 2-Interpretation and Authority
Type: BOOK
Author: Beach, Maxine Clarke
Author: Beach, Maxine Clarke
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Bible
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Bible History
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Church History
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General
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Group Study
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History
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Meditations
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Scripture Interpretation
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United Methodist
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Looks at interpretation of the Bible - tools to interpret. Remembering that Christians over the centuries have varied in their interpretations of Scripture. Also looks at the authority of the Bible for United Methodists. Includes study guide for groups.
Biblical Imagery in the Prophets and Jesus
Type: VHS
Author: Fleming, Jim
Author: Fleming, Jim
Slice of daily life in Bible times. Covers how the prophets and Jesus used daily life associations to help people better understand their relationship with God. Filmed at authentic, life-size archeological reconstruction's with actors in ancient costumes at the Biblical Resources Scripture Garden in Jerusalem. 2 parts Imagery from the daily life of semi-nomads (Shepherds) (30 min) and farmers (30 min). Slice of daily life in Bible times.
Circle of Sovreignty: Plotting Politics in the Book of Daniel
Type: BOOK
Author: Fewell, Danna Nolan
Author: Fewell, Danna Nolan
How do politics govern the plot and motivate the characters of the book of Daniel? In this engaging literary-critical study, the author examines the people, the events, and the politics that make up the book of Daniel. By revealing a complex pattern of religious/political dynamics, this book provides an essential alternative to standard historical-critical interpretations of this key Old Testament book.
Dictionary of Bible and Religion, The
Type: BOOK
Author: Gentz, William H, Ed.
Author: Gentz, William H, Ed.
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Bible History
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Bible Land/Geography
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Bible Language
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Bible People
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General
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World Religions
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This dictionary provides fast, authoritative information on the Bible PLUS religious topics not covered in other Bible dictionaries: contemporary religion, Christian doctrine, the history of Christianity, and the world religious.
DISCIPLE II: Into the Word, Into the World
Type: KIT
Author:
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Disciple is a program of disciplined bible study aimed at deveoping strong Christian leaders. Part 1 (Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study) is a prerequisite for all other Disciple studies 2:Into the Word, Into the World; 3: Remember Who You Are. Resources include informational video, adult edition videos, youth edition video, study manual, teacher helps, handbooks and youth edition sample study manual, implementation resource, as well as information manuals in Spanish and Korean.
Discovering the Bible
Type: VHS
Author: Severence, Diana Lynn, PhD
Author: Severence, Diana Lynn, PhD
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Adult
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Basic Concepts
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Bible
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Bible History
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Bible Study
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General
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New Members
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Sunday School
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Youth
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This 4-part series (a 4 or 8 week program) is a basic introduction to the Bible for those who have no background in the Bible, as well as a refresher for those who do. Great teaching materials for adults or youth. Includes 4 30-min. video programs on 2 tapes, leader's guide, student handouts master copy, full-color suppliment, and papyrus
Eerdman's Family Encyclopedia of the Bible
Type: BOOK
Author: Alexander, Pat, Ed.
Author: Alexander, Pat, Ed.
This is a very accessible encyclopedia of the Bible, filled with easy-to-read explanations and many pictures that help bring the Bible to life for today's reader. It is organized into 3 sections: Bible words, people, and places.
Faith and Reason III: The Bible - Fact or Fiction?
Type: VHS
Author: Brueggemann and Levine
Author: Brueggemann and Levine
What is the Bible? Where did it come from? Is it ultimate mystery or is it finally a collection of writings which are completely open to rational investigation? Walter Brueggeman and A.J. Levine discuss the question from scholastic research to personal belief. Can Jews and Christians rely on the Bible to tell us facts about the world? Is that it's purpose? Can it make our decisions for us? Does it have the answers to our most profound questions? Can Christians and Jews "share" the...
Formation of the Christian Biblical Canon, The
Type: BOOK
Author: McDonald, Lee Martin
Author: McDonald, Lee Martin
How was the Christian Bible formed? I this important historical study, McDonald tells the story of how the Christian Church got its Bible, drawing on both modern critical scholarship and ancient sources. This book raises important questions about he function of the canon in churches today and about validity of the concept of a closed Christian canon.
God's Kingdom: A Guide for Biblical Study
Type: BOOK
Author: Pixley, George V.
Author: Pixley, George V.
Analyzes the vital connections between political economy and religious faith in all the major periods of biblical history.
God's People in an Urban Culture: Leader's Guide
Type: BOOK
Author: Oliveira, Nazombe, and Wildman
Author: Oliveira, Nazombe, and Wildman
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Bible History
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Bible People
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Christian Life
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Culture
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General
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Modern/Contemporary
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Multicultural
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Urban Issues
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Urban Ministry
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Study gives an opportunity to bring together the concepts of our modern urban culture (geography, values, and experiences) versus the rich traditions of biblical and faith history to help us understand urban culture in a symbolic sense. Seeks to discern the response of a faithful people to God's action in their lives - in the midst of that urban culture.
Grammar for New Testament Greek, A
Type: BOOK
Author: Efird, James M.
Author: Efird, James M.
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Bible
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Bible History
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Bible Language
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Bible/New Testament
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General
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History
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New Testament
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This volume offers a concise, authoritative introduction to New Testament Greek. It is designed for students and professors who must over the basics of the language in 1 or 2 semesters. It is organized in an outline of lessons, so it's ideal for both classroom and personal study.
How Holy Writ was Written: The Story of the New Testament
Type: BOOK
Author: Edwards, Jr., O. C.
Author: Edwards, Jr., O. C.
This is the fascinating, inspirational chronicle of how flesh-and-blood people, inspired by God, worked in countries as diverse as Italy and Iran to create and forge the magnificent story of Jesus Christ and his disciples - the New Testament.
How Our Bible Came to Us: Story of the Book That Changed the World, The
Type: BOOK
Author: Doney, Meryl
Author: Doney, Meryl
Children's book explaining how the Bible began, was written, developed, was translated, and what's so special about the Bible.
How to Read the Bible
Type: BOOK
Author: Goodspeed, Edgar J.
Author: Goodspeed, Edgar J.
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Bible History
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Bible Land/Geography
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Bible Language
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Bible People
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Bible Study
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Bible Survey
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Bible/Bible Stories
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Bible/New Testament
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Bible/Old Testament
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General
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This book is intended as a companion and guide to the reading of the Bible. It does not attempt to epitomize its contents but to help the reader to find its chief treasures for himself.
I, Paul
Type: VHS
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Moving, dramatic presentation of Paul's letter of Second Timothy. Winter is approaching. Timothy may not be able to come. Paul may not survive. How he longs to see Timothy; to strengthen him; to share vision, compassion, and practical wisdom that has burned within him in the long, lonely hours of imprisonment. He picks up his pen and, led by the Holy Spirit, he pours forth words. A moving, dramatic presentation.
Is the Bible Really Anti-Gay? - Part 1, Old Testament
Type: VHS
Author: Yegerlechner, David A., PhD.
Author: Yegerlechner, David A., PhD.
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Bible
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Bible History
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Bible Study
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Bible/Old Testament
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General
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Homosexuality
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Scripture Interpretation
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Theology
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A presentation by Dr. David A. Yegerlechner, PhD in Biblical Studies from Boston University. Old Testament. Filmed at Ballardvale UME, Andover, MA on Oct. 10, 1999.
Is the Bible Really Anti-Gay? - Part 2: New Testament
Type: VHS
Author: Yegerlechner, David A., PhD.
Author: Yegerlechner, David A., PhD.
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Bible
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Bible History
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Bible Study
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Bible/New Testament
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General
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Homosexuality
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Reconciling
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Scripture Interpretation
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A presentation by Dr. David A. Yegerlechner, PhD in Biblical Studies from Boston University. New Testament. Filmed at Ballardvale UME, Andover, MA on Oct. 10, 1999.
Jesus
Type: VHS
Author: Inspirational Films
Author: Inspirational Films
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Bible
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Bible History
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Bible People
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Bible/New Testament
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Drama
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Easter
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General
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Gospels
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Holy Week
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Jesus
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This real portrayal of the life of Jesus is taken directly from the Gospel of Luke. Award-winning producer John Heyman creates the most ambitions Bible film ever made. Painstakingly researched and filmed in the Holy Land. Brian Deacon stars as Jesus.