The book of 1 Chronicles starts with Adam and presents the genealogies of Saul, David, and Solomon, kings of Israel. It describes many events which occurred during the reign of king David. Much of the contents of 1 Chronicles overlaps with the contents of 1 & 2 Samuel. They present different accounts of many of the same events. 1 Chronicles contains several lists of names of children of Israel who participated in the tasks and events of the time. Because king David was a great warrior, the Lord did not allow him to build Him a house. David's many preparations to help Solomon construct the Temple, however, are recorded in 1 Chronicles. At the end of David's life and with the Lord's approval, he crowned his son Solomon king of Israel.
The book of 2 Chronicles details the reigns of the kings of Judah and Israel from Solomon to the Babylonian captivity. There were quite a few good kings of Judah, although several evil kings of Judah in the line of succession provoked the Lord to anger. Good kings destroyed idols, groves, and heathen gods, and took away the high places of worship throughout the cities and the land. Evil kings set up new idols, groves, and heathen gods, worshipped them in high places, and even brought idolatrous practices into the House of God in Jerusalem. These histories teach us about man's relationship to God as they function as a mirror through which we can gain insights into life in society today! Little has changed in the millennia between then and now! Society has been on a slow decline away from the Lord for all of that time!
The first letter written by Peter focuses on persecution and suffering of God's people caused by sources outside the church. The second letter focuses on enticements by false prophets, false teachers, and deceivers from within the church. The sufferings about which Peter warned occur simply because believers represent Christ on earth! The enticements about which Peter warned produce negative results because believers are distracted and not focused on knowing God, Jesus, or God's Word! These are wonderful letters from an apostle of Jesus Christ who lived a long, productive Christian life, after having witnessed Jesus' 31/2 year ministry!
These four letters from Paul were written to men whom he considered to be his sons in the faith. In 1 Timothy and Titus, Paul gave practical explanations of church order. In 2 Timothy, he taught believers how to relate to the truth of God. In Philemon, he set a wonderful example how believers should relate to one another as he appealed to Philemon on behalf of Onesimus. These letters are valuable, instructive, and applicable to all members of God's family. Paul is the perfect individual to give this instruction because of his calling as an apostle and his close relationship to the early Christian church. All who study these letters should find them extremely beneficial as they guide each of us towards Christian maturity!
Mark's Gospel shows Jesus as the perfect servant of God! Jesus came to earth at God's request to serve mankind. That service, of course, would take Him to the cross where He would be cruelly treated, tortured, and crucified! While on the cross, Jesus carried the sins of the world on His shoulders before God the Judge! His sacrifice on mankind's behalf was accepted by God! Now, He can offer forgiveness of sins and eternal life to all who repent and believe. Jesus' service was twofold: He came to earth as a servant of God to faithfully serve the needs of mankind! Mark's Gospel is a wonderful presentation of the life, teaching, and miracles performed, by the perfect servant of God, Jesus Christ!
In this Gospel, Luke the physician presented Jesus as the perfect man. Luke is thought to be one of the seventy disciples Jesus sent out two by two in Luke 10, and one of the two men Jesus taught on the Emmaus road after His resurrection. Luke was also a dear friend and companion to Paul. There are many interesting, detailed, firsthand accounts of Jesus' ministry, teaching, and miracles in this Gospel! As a physician, Luke was uniquely qualified to emphasize and describe the humanity of the Lord Jesus Christ! This is a wonderful Gospel of great value to every man, woman, and child!
The book of Daniel, one of God's prophets, is one of the most important prophetic books of the Bible. Its contents can be broken down into three main categories. First, it details the lives of Daniel and his three friends during the seventy years of captivity of the people of Judah and Jerusalem in Babylon. Second, it documents dealings Daniel and friends had with four kings of Babylon. Third, it presents the dreams of King Nebuchadnezzar and the prophetic visions of Daniel. With God's help, Daniel interpreted the king's dreams. Then, God sent the angel Gabriel to help Daniel understand his own visions. The king's dreams showed the future kingdoms of mankind in this world. Daniel's visions showed the future of the children of Israel from his time forward, to the end times, and beyond. Since the end times still lie ahead, the prophecies of Daniel are very relevant to all peoples of the world.
It is difficult these days to hear or read and decide what is true and what is false. It seems like there are a lot of lies and deceptions floating about. Some are lies. Mostly, rather, people are telling the "truth" as they perceive it - ""relative truth."" So as Pilate asked Jesus, "What is truth?" Where does one go in the 21st Century to discern truth from falsehood? The answer is "to the Bible." God speaks in absolutes - always has - always will. The answers to most of mankind's questions can be found in the Word of God. This book is a study of truth as it appears in the Bible. It behooves mankind, especially Christians, to familiarize themselves with the Word of God. Otherwise, they can be blown about, tossed, and scattered, like fall's leaves dancing to every little breeze. We all want to be well-grounded, solid individuals. Knowing God, and the truths of His Word, can produce that result. This book should provide many answers - especially, the one to Pilate's question.
The first book of the Bible, Genesis, is the book of beginnings. It covers about 2500 years from the Creation, through the lives of Adam and Eve, through the great flood of Noah's day, through the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and to the lives of Jacob's sons who were heads of the Twelve Tribes of Israel. Genesis ends with the death of Joseph, the son of Jacob who was sold into slavery by his brothers. Joseph, with God's help, saved the Egyptians, the family of Jacob, and the world, from the great famine of his day! Genesis provides the foundation for the other sixty-five books of the Bible!
The book of 2 Kings is the last of the four books originally known as The Books of Kings. These books cover the decline of Jewish society from the times of the judges, through the times of the kings of Israel and Judah, to the captivities of all the children of Israel in Babylonia and Assyria. This history of Israel mirrors the history of modern society. At one point in Jewish history, worship of the Lord God was dominant. But as time passed, worship of the Lord God was gradually replaced by idolatry and worship of heathen gods and idols. Just as the Lord waited for the people of Israel to call upon Him for rescue and salvation from their captors, the Lord today is waiting for mankind to tire of their captivity to sin and to call upon Him for rescue and salvation! . . . and when they do, He will respond and save them!
The book of Leviticus contains the Lord's rules for sacrifices and offerings and for operation of the Tabernacle. The Lord gave these instructions to Moses when they met on mount Sinai. Moses pass all details along to the children of Israel. Leviticus contains a clear statement of the Lord's intentions towards the children of Israel. He considered them to be His people! He wanted to dwell among them, to care for them, and to be their God. In return, He wanted them to be His people, to accept His provisions, to obey Him, and to worship Him. The book of Leviticus is often difficult to understand - but that is because it contains great and wonderful, prophetic symbolism! . . . which is of extreme value to all mankind!
The history books Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther contain records of life during the 70-year captivity of the children of Israel, as well as records of their return to Jerusalem after the captivity. Ezra records the return to rebuild the House of God; Nehemiah records the return to rebuild the walls and gates of Jerusalem; and Esther records an attempt in Shushan, during the reign of the Persian King Ahasuerus, to wipe out all Jews. Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther all faced adversaries to the Lord's work and to the Lord's people. As with all projects of the Lord, adversaries set up roadblocks to hinder their success. The House of God, the walls, and the gates were successfully completed, and the whole Jewish people were saved from destruction. The Lord God insured that projects were completed, enemies were stifled, and the children of Israel remained safe!
The history book, known as 1 Kings, covers the reigns from king David who ruled over all Israel, to Jehoram king of Judah, and to Ahaziah king of Israel. Most of the kings of Judah (with only two exceptions during the years covered in 1 Kings) did that which was good in the LordÕs eyes. All of the kings of Israel covered in 1 Kings, however, starting with king Jeroboam, were evil. The Lord God of Israel was in control! When called upon for help by the kings of Judah, the Lord God helped. When ignored and angered by the kings of Israel, the Lord remained in full control! The lessons we can learn from this account from several millennia ago teach us how to deal with similar situations in todayÕs society!
Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom; and with all thy getting, get understanding. Proverbs 4:7 In the early chapters of the book of Proverbs there is a strong emphasis on three words: knowledge, understanding, and wisdom. Perhaps we can apply these words to our philosophy behind the technology of Predictive Process Control. Knowledge is the accumulation of information provided by education as we begin to store the data in our brains that should prepare us for the challenges of the manufacturing environment. It applies to every level and every opportunity of education, formal and informal. This is simply to Know, without any requirement except a good memory, and is the basis for the following two thoughts. Understanding is the assimilation of knowledge, or the thinking process, as we begin to arrange and rearrange the data we Know for quick recall as it may be needed. This also applies to every level and opportunity of education. It is Know-Why based upon what we Know, and it requires some scepticism of oversimplified answers and a hunger for mental consistency. Wisdom is the application of both knowledge and understanding in real life enterprises. As we apply both our knowledge and understanding in those situations, all three are further enhanced by each progressive experience. This is that wonderful Know-How - to apply our education based upon Know-why, which was based upon Knowledge - which provides the confidence we need to advance in all phases of performance.
This book is a Biblical study of the will of God. All of God's actions, consistent with His stated will, have been aimed at the recovery of fallen mankind, so all can once again come into God's presence and have fellowship with Him. The study covers all statements of God's will, many statements about His will, the actions God has taken, those things in which He delights, and the gifts God has given to mankind to fulfill His will and to effect their return to the fold. The study covers Jesus' stated will, the actions He has taken, and the gifts He has given in fulfillment of God's will. Finally, the study covers the work of the Holy Spirit in this world as He works to implement and fulfill God's will.
In this Gospel, John focused on Jesus as the Son of God! Throughout, we find Jesus speaking often of the relationship He enjoys with God the Father! To understand the life and times of Jesus of Nazareth, we must each necessarily study all four Gospels! With its special emphasis on Jesus Christ, Son of God, John's Gospel is a wonderful choice to start a study of the Bible! Every man, woman, and child will benefit from the lessons recorded by John!
The book of Numbers presents (and is named after) the two numberings of the children of Israel after their departure from Egypt. Many consider Numbers to be a dry read, which contains little of interest! . . . but the book contains Moses' report of many interesting events, happenings, and teachings which provide excellent lessons for all! Surely every Christian today should pay close attention to the figurative nature of this book! Everything the Lord did in Moses' day was for the benefit of His people - the children of Israel! Everything He does today is for the benefit of His people - believers of the church. . . . and the many figures in this book reveal the parallels between the Lord's treatment of the children of Israel and the Lord's treatment of the church!
The Book of Job presents the story of the sufferings of a man of God at the hands of the devil. God allowed it! In fact, God put Job forth to the devil as a wonderful servant of God! The Book of Job teaches how God operates in this world. As a servant of God, Job thought he knew God. . . . but not nearly as well as he thought he did. The book contrasts the knowledge of the world, represented in the words of Job's three friends, to Job's confusion concerning the ways of God, to the truth of God explained by the Lord! Hopefully, by studying the details of Job's experiences, each of us will learn to turn our attention and trust to God - without the need to personally endure affliction and suffering like Job!
The book of Exodus tells the story of the children of Israel as God brought them out of slavery in Egypt. He delivered them into the wilderness of Sinai, guided them through forty years of wandering, and ushered them into the Promised Land. The overriding message in Exodus is that all mankind, represented by the children of Israel, can not live this life without God's help! In Exodus, God abundantly poured His love, mercy, grace, and providence upon the children of Israel. In like manner, all mankind today can enjoy His abundance and His company in new life which He provides! Exodus is a wonderful book! It presents a wonderful picture! . . . and it leads to a wonderful outcome!
This overview introduces the topics in each Old Testament book in concise form. The goal is to help each student of the Word gain a motivating interest to study the Old Testament. Why? . . . because the Old Testament is packed with detailed information about the Lord Jesus Christ and His interactions with mankind. Anyone who ignores the Old Testament today misses out on all the wonderful details God has provided to perfect our understanding!
The intelligentsia would have you believe that the debate over global warming is over. The author believes the debate never actually took place. As a Christian, the author also believes it behooves mankind to ask, ""What does the Bible say about this subject?"" It turns out that the Bible has quite a lot to say: (1) God created ... and (2) God controls ... the heavens, the earth, and all life in it. (3) God also controls the wind and the rain -- that is, He controls weather and climate systems. In addition to presenting the details of the Bible teaching, discussions cover process control systems, computer modelling, and the composition and properties of air, as they apply to the global warming debate. Following background discussions, this book presents the author's views and recommendations.
The main purpose of the epistle of James is to teach about practical faith! Each person needs to come to Jesus Christ in faith to obtain eternal life. Faith in each believer will be accompanied by good works. If faith is present, good works will follow! Without faith and without God's help, good works will never happen! This is a wonderful letter which is enormously helpful to all who believe, having put their faith in the Lord Jesus Christ!
The two letters from Paul to the Corinthians address many fundamental issues in a struggling, carnal church. The Corinthian saints needed to hear sound teaching and Paul was the servant God chose to educate them! Paul taught lots of fundamentals in his first letter. In his second, he continued with fundamentals, but he explained more deeply. He described how God's servants think, and how God's people should respond. He also briefly taught about the coming judgments in which all mankind will stand before God to be judged according to their works. Because the Corinthian saints were typical of all believers, the wonderful insights in these two letters are valuable to all God's children!
This question has been asked by many throughout mankind's whole sojourn on earth. This book is a study of the interactions of the Lord God toward man as presented in the Bible. God's relationship with Adam, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, the children of Israel, the judges, and several of the kings of Israel are all examined. God then sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to earth to make good His promises and fulfill His desires for mankind, which Adam failed to do. The study examines Jesus' life, death, and resurrection, as well as the lives of His faithful servants such as Paul, Stephen, and Peter. The answer to the title's fundamental question is a unifying thread which not only runs throughout the whole Bible, but ties it all together!
This book presents a study of angels as they are depicted in the pages of the Bible. What are angels? How does God use them? Are they still working in this world? These and similar questions are addressed in this study. God has used angels throughout recorded history and He still uses them today. Many people, however, do not believe angels exist - any more than they believe that heaven and hell are real places, or that God and the devil truly exist. Many examples of the work of angels are presented throughout both the Old and New Testaments. In this study, we consider details of those accounts. What is the goal of this study? . . . for everyone to fully appreciate the capabilities, characteristics, and functions of this class of higher beings known as angels.
In 2008, the author was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, which is a blood plasma cancer. This book chronicles the author's battle - to include the times prior to diagnosis, the diagnosis itself, the treatments (four cycles of chemotherapy followed by one high dose cycle and an autologous stem cell transplant), and the recuperation period following all treatments. Since 2009, the cancer has been in complete remission. In this book, the author includes descriptions of most of the procedures to which he was subject, and he gives helpful hints and suggestions to others who may have to deal with this or other cancers. The book was written for those who have been similarly diagnosed, as well as for their family members and friends who may be called upon to support their loved ones through similar battles.
Moses reviewed every aspect of the law in Deuteronomy! In this book, Moses presented the Lord's solutions to problems the children of Israel would face! After the Lord's discipline to those who transgressed the law, He knew the people would return to Him, ask forgiveness, and ask for help! When that happened, the Lord was ready, willing, and able to come to their rescue! In Deuteronomy, we learn the Lord's desired relationship with the children of Israel. The Lord desires to have a similar relationship with each of us - today! We can learn how He treats His people today by watching how He treated His people in Moses' day! The Lord is a wonderful God! . . . and His desire is towards us! . . . that is, towards all mankind!
This book was written to help ceramists to understand the subject of rheology as it applies to suspensions. Topics discussed include viscosity and rheology fundamentals, syneresis and dilatancy and their causes and effects in ceramic process systems, the rheological effects of gelation, flocculation, and deflocculation, as well as the different types of viscometers that can be used to measure rheological properties. Many practical considerations are included throughout this book. The discussion in the final chapter covers the methods available to adjust and control suspension rheologies in the ceramic process environment. This book will be valuable reading and a handy reference for all ceramists, including students, technicians, engineers, managers, and artists, who want to learn more about the rheology of suspensions.
All articles from the Ceramic Processing E-zine are included in this two-volume collection. These newest volumes in the author's "for Ceramists" series contain a tremendous number of practical pointers for practicing ceramic engineers, technicians, students, and managers. Discussions consider suspension rheology and viscosity definitions, measurements, and applications; viscometers and their applications; particle size distribution measurements and applications; particle packing considerations; chemical additives and the how? when? where? and why? of their use; zeta potentials; major processing problems such as syneresis and dilatancy; Predictive Process Control implementation; mixing, HID, deagglomeration, and delamination; gelation tests; firing curve modifications; and much, much more. The complete "for Ceramists" series remains an economical desk reference for all who deal on a daily basis with the control of ceramic process suspensions, bodies, and forming processes.
This book is a study of the epistle to the Hebrews. Because the human author of this epistle is unknown, we understand it to be a direct communication to us from God! The main subject of this book is the Son of God, the Lord Jesus Christ. Throughout the epistle, He is described in great detail in His many functions as Son of God, Son of man, Great High Priest after the order of Melchisedec, Savior, Redeemer, and Sustainer of the world.
All articles from the Ceramic Processing E-zine are included in this two-volume collection. These newest volumes in the author's "for Ceramists" series contain a tremendous number of practical pointers for practicing ceramic engineers, technicians, students, and managers. Discussions consider suspension rheology and viscosity definitions, measurements, and applications; viscometers and their applications; particle size distribution measurements and applications; particle packing considerations; chemical additives and the how? when? where? and why? of their use; zeta potentials; major processing problems such as syneresis and dilatancy; Predictive Process Control implementation; mixing, HID, deagglomeration, and delamination; gelation tests; firing curve modifications; and much, much more. The complete "for Ceramists" series remains an economical desk reference for all who deal on a daily basis with the control of ceramic process suspensions, bodies, and forming processes.
Having procrastinated on studying the subject of prophecy for the first 15 years of his Christian life, the author finally embarked on the study. Having previously heard numerous Bible teachers expounding the Òpre-tribÓ approach to prophecy, the author expected to learn the details of that approach in his study. The result from this long, personal study, however, as detailed in this book, is a Òpost-tribÓ view of prophecy. This book should provoke lots of thought, study, and calls to the Spirit for guidance and enlightenment.
This is a study of Paul's letters to the Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians. From personal experience, Paul knew what it was like to be the persecutor (as the Pharisee Saul), and the persecuted (as the Apostle Paul.) Having been taught at the feet of the Lord Jesus Christ, Paul explained many doctrines of the Christian faith and gave many practical encouragements in these four letters. Paul explained the Lord's solutions to each of the problems facing these four named peoples. The problems they faced may have been specific to Paul's day and age, but all saints since then have had to deal with similar problems. Paul's words are as valuable today, almost 2000 years later, as they were in the 1st Century A.D. when freshly written.
This book contains a study of Paul's Epistle to the Romans in the Bible. Romans is an important book in the New Testament which explains the Gospel to the Gentile peoples. Mankind's sin problem, the fundamentals of Christianity, and believers' new relationships to sin, to death, to the flesh, and to God are all explained by Paul in great detail. Romans is a 'must read' and a 'must study' for all who are wanting to understand Christianity. This book is a guide which walks the reader through the details of Paul's epistle.
Matthew's Gospel was written with the Jewish people in mind. He presents Jesus of Nazareth as their King! He included many Old Testament quotes in his narrative. All important events in Jesus' life, from His birth to His death to His resurrection are included. This Gospel is a wonderful testimony to the life of Jesus Christ, Son of God, King! It is a document of great value to every man, woman, and child because it presents eye-witness testimonies to the life of Jesus!
The book of 1 Samuel covers the life of Samuel, a prophet, priest, and judge in God's service, and the reign of Saul, the first king of Israel. When the people of Israel rejected God as their King, and demanded a human king, God chose Saul. But once Saul became king, he let it go to his head; he stopped consulting the Lord; and he followed his own counsel. When Saul failed as king, the Lord took the kingdom from him, and anointed David to be the new king. We learn from 1 Samuel that when God gives a person a task to fulfill, He expects that person to seek His guidance on a regular basis! This applied to king Saul, to the future king David, and correspondingly, to each of God's children today!
The book of Joshua continues the history of the children of Israel following Moses' death - when the Lord placed Joshua in charge of His people. The book of Judges records the downward spiral of the children of Israel as they transitioned from the leadership of Joshua, through various judges, to anarchy! The book of Ruth is a lovely little book which tells the story of Ruth, a Moabitess who was redeemed and brought into the family of the Lord God of Israel by a near kinsman, Boaz. Joshua and Judges are chronological history books. The events in Ruth occur about 100 years after the time of the judges. There are many similarities between life in the days of these books, and life in 21st Century society. These three books present many valuable lessons applicable to people today!
The book of 2 Samuel gives an account of the reign of king David. During his reign, King David faced many problems and his armies endured many battles, especially against the armies of Israel and the Philistines. David was a great man of God who was not perfect - especially when he took action without first consulting the Lord. The Lord nevertheless established the house of David forever through David's descendant and the very Son of God: Jesus Christ! We can learn a lot from the life and reign of king David because we face many similar problems in this modern 21st Century world!
The two letters from Paul to the Thessalonian saints contain details of the second coming of the Lord, and encouragements to proper behavior leading up to that day. The Thessalonian saints were beset by persecution from rabble rousers and by deceptive words of false teachers. The letters contain explanations, words of comfort, caution, and command, and encouragements to watch, rejoice, walk, and please God. These letters are apropos to the 21st Century because today's saints have similar interests and similar problems to those facing the Thessalonians of the 1st Century . . . plus we are now ∼2000 years closer to the Lord's return!
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