Books in the Focus on the Bible series

An autobiography and theology of Paul Paul's focus on Christ and his pastoral concern Read of Paul's deep-seated joy in Christ

2-part commentary on Luke By esteemed biblical scholar For laypeople

Part of the extensive Focus on The Bible series Includes study questions Verse by verse exposition and explanation

John‿s Gospel is the mature reflections of the last living apostle. John the apostle wrote this book approximately fifty‿five years after the resurrection of Jesus. During those years he had reflected on the words and deeds of Jesus and the result is that the pages of the Gospel contain the seasoned thinking of one of Jesus‿ closest friends. New Testament scholar William F. Cook brings us the latest in the popular Focus on the Bible series. In a lucid and engaging style, he leads us through the Gospel of John.

A message to challenge and reassure Latest addition to the Focus on the Bible Series Ideal resource for pastors and teachers

Amos had no claim to fame. He was not even a son of a prophet. Neither had he had any formal training to be a prophet. Yet God called him out from a career of overseeing Herdsman. He was sent out from the south to bring the Lord's message to Samaria in the Northern Kingdom. Amos called to speak at the time of national disunity; military superiority; economic prosperity and religious activity. Amos brings home the idea of a famine. However it is not food the people lack like we might expect but there is a famine of the Word of God. Through this study we will be reminded of the importance of the Word of God in our lives.

An in-depth exposition of the book of Job The realities of suffering The character of God

Hosea shows us how God feels about His people Hosea shows us how God feels about us Let God's passion stir your passion

The themes of the second book in this series are Missionary tales and remarkable conversions. Other themes covered in the series are Living for God and the value of scripture Missionary Tales and Remarkable Conversions; Honouring God and Dramatic Deliverances; Faithful Witnesses and Childhood Faith.Joel Beeke and Diana Kleyn have taken a selection of real life incidents and fictional narratives and developed them into a series of devotional books for children aged 712.Scriptural references throughout the book use the King James Version of the Bible and the questions are also based on this version.The stories themselves include a good mixture of historical adventure childhood experiences remarkable instances of conversion and dramatic edge of your seat rescues from danger.

Provides clear teaching about our beginnings A foundation for correctly understanding the world

It is ironical that a book called 'the revelation' remains probably the most obscure of all the books of the Bible. Many Christians have never ventured further than the first 3 chapters and others have studied its intricacies and the split churches that resulted wish they hadn t! For those who already love the book of Revelation this commentary will take you a little deeper and stimulate thinking about how the teaching should be applied to the modern church

The answer is in Proverbs Each chapter is arranged topically Can be used as a devotional aid or bible study companion

Davis brings cultural and historical colour to the task of interpretation and adds a pastor's heart for personal application. You will find a point of contact with the lives of Samuel, Saul, Jonathan and David as Davis answers the question 'What does God seek when he looks on the heart?' Davis presents simple exposition of the literary and theological character of the text in a bright and fascinating way.

Provides a fast-paced narrative into Israel's history, warning about the consequences of sin. Illuminating, accessible and laced with a sense of humor, Davis' practical exposition explains the text and helps to apply it to our lives.

Great Pastoral application & visual imagery Tackles liberal views head on Excellent scholarship with light touch Author has other titles in series ? all well received

Heart warming exposition of 1 & 2 Peter and Jude Addresses suffering and assures of Christ's abiding presence

A commentary, rooted in a thorough analysis of the Hebrew text, employing helpful insights from archaeology and linguistics. It explains in a manner that aims to encourage us all to apply the lessons to our lives.

Paul's pastoral letter to the church in Corinth The letter is a series of sermons The letter is both timely and timeless