A companion series to the acclaimed Word Biblical Commentary Finding the great themes of the books of the Bible is essential to the study of God's Word and to the preaching and teaching of its truths. These themes and ideas are often like precious gems: they lie beneath the surface and can only be discovered with some difficulty. While commentaries are useful for helping readers understand the content of a verse or chapter, they are not usually designed to help the reader to trace important subjects systematically within a given book a Scripture. The Word Biblical Themes series helps readers discover the important themes of a book of the Bible. This series distills the theological essence of a given book of Scripture and serves it up in ways that enrich the preaching, teaching, worship, and discipleship of God's people. Volumes in this series: Written by top biblical scholars Feature authors who wrote on the same book of the Bible for the Word Biblical Commentary series Distill deep and focused study on a biblical book into the most important themes and practical applications of them Give reader’s an ability to see the "big picture" of a book of the Bible by understanding what topics and concerns were most important to the biblical writers Help address pressing issues in the church today by showing readers see how the biblical writers approached similar issues in their day Ideal for sermon preparation and for other teaching in the church Word Biblical Themes are an ideal resource for any reader who has used and benefited from the Word Biblical Commentary series, and will help pastors, bible teachers, and students as they seek to understand and apply God’s word to their ministry and learning.
The Old Testament prophet Daniel gives us the skeletal outline of all future Bible prophecy and is the key to understanding the book of Revelation. Jesus Christ himself quoted from Daniel, assuring us of its truths. This book contains Daniel's predictions of four world empires that will rise and fall, his predictions of a final world empire that will be led by a new and powerful global leader, and his warning of an alignment of nations that will come against the nation of Israel in the last days. Where do we find ourselves in the events Daniel describes? We will take you step-by-step through the book of Daniel to help you understand its message and the events God foretells are up ahead.
The Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and theological evidence. The result is judicious and balanced insight into the meanings of the text in the framework of biblical theology. These widely acclaimed commentaries serve as exceptional resources for the professional theologian and instructor, the seminary or university student, the working minister, and everyone concerned with building theological understanding from a solid base of biblical scholarship. Overview of Commentary Organization Introduction--covers issues pertaining to the whole book, including context, date, authorship, composition, interpretive issues, purpose, and theology. Each section of the commentary includes: Pericope Bibliography--a helpful resource containing the most important works that pertain to each particular pericope. Translation--the author's own translation of the biblical text, reflecting the end result of exegesis and attending to Hebrew and Greek idiomatic usage of words, phrases, and tenses, yet in reasonably good English. Notes--the author's notes to the translation that address any textual variants, grammatical forms, syntactical constructions, basic meanings of words, and problems of translation. Form/Structure/Setting--a discussion of redaction, genre, sources, and tradition as they concern the origin of the pericope, its canonical form, and its relation to the biblical and extra-biblical contexts in order to illuminate the structure and character of the pericope. Rhetorical or compositional features important to understanding the passage are also introduced here. Comment--verse-by-verse interpretation of the text and dialogue with other interpreters, engaging with current opinion and scholarly research. Explanation--brings together all the results of the discussion in previous sections to expose the meaning and intention of the text at several levels: (1) within the context of the book itself; (2) its meaning in the OT or NT; (3) its place in the entire canon; (4) theological relevance to broader OT or NT issues. General Bibliography--occurring at the end of each volume, this extensive bibliography contains all sources used anywhere in the commentary.
New Community Series is a high-impact tool for experiencing the transforming power of God's Word. This cutting-edge series lets you explore life-changing topics from a biblical perspective both as an individual and as part of a community of Christ followers. Challenging questions encourage you to reflect on Scripture and its impact on your life.
The Days of Daniel" is written for those concerned about the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, End Time events and the role of the Jews and Israel at this time in history. The book analyses the periods of time mentioned in the Book of Daniel and applies them to real historical events. All stated periods, including "time, and times," have real commencement dates and some have real end dates. End dates for periods that are not yet complete are suggested. The application of each period of time to Jewish history and Church history is described. The translation of key passages in Daniel from the original Hebrew and Septuagint provide additional insights into God's messages to Daniel. One chapter is devoted to a narrative which describes the role of the Jews and of Jesus Christ in God's plan of redemption. Issues associated with "the Prince who is to come" are raised. The final chapter focuses on how Jews and Christians might prepare for the challenging times ahead.
When we think of devotional readings, our minds often consider attaching a verse, or part of a verse, to a nice story that ends with a thought for the day. We seldom think of readings that would stretch our minds and hearts spiritually-of offering to us something meaty that needs good teeth and a grownup taste. These devotional readings offer meat-a bit more than a "feel-good" bedtime story. Here are some unconventional thoughts for your consideration. "But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king's meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself. " Daniel 1.8
John Hagee says, "The world as we know it will end, neither with a bang nor a whimper, but in stages clearly set forth in God's Word." His latest and most provocative book takes a cue from a cultural icon, the ticking clock. Hagee presents a prophetic "Doomsday Clock" and counts down the minutes-through prophetic events-which must occur before that fateful moment when every unredeemed individual must face God on Judgment Day. Citing examples from national and international media and using Scripture to confirm his insights, he presents a compelling argument to prove that time is indeed running out.
Stand Strong in Life’s Furnaces How do you respond when the bottom drops out? What happens to your character quotient when things don’t go the way you planned? How do you react when the temperature is rising, you are under attack, and God seems far away? Daniel discovered that the furnace experiences of life refine and define us. Spiritual integrity rarely grows when everything goes our way. Instead, God uses things like a furnace, a lion’s den, a mad king, and exile in a foreign country to forge character in a soul. If you long to meet God in the challenging times and come through the fire stronger and more faithful, Daniel is ready to show the way.
The book of Daniel has a dual purpose. First, Daniel looks to a "latter day" when the kingdom of God, the church, would be established. During these latter days man would be forgiven of sins through the blood of Jesus Christ. The prophecies of Isaiah, Daniel, and Joel prove that God's church was established on the Day of Pentecost, fifty days after Christ was crucified, as revealed at Acts 2. Before the kingdom would be established; however, God's people would suffer at the hands of madmen such as Antiochus IV Epiphanes and Empires such as Rome. Secondly, and just as important, Daniel reveals God's expectations for his people. God's people, in every generation, come to be holy through persecution, tribulation, and afflictions. Those who endure to the end will be eternally rewarded.
Calvin produced commentaries on most of the books of the Bible. His commentaries cover the larger part of the Old Testament, and all of the new excepting Second and Third John and the Apocalypse. His commentaries and lectures stand in the front rank of Biblical interpretation. THE PROPHECIES OF DANIEL are among the most remarkable Predictions of THE ELDER COVENANT. They are not confined within either a limited time or a contracted space. They relate to the destinies of mighty Empires, and stretch forward into eras still hidden in the bosom of the future. The period of their delivery was a remarkable one in the history of out race. The Assyrian hero had long ago swept away the Ten Tribes from the, land of their fathers, and he in his turn had bowed his head in death, leaving magnificent memorials of his greatness in colossal palaces and gigantic sculptures. The Son of the renowned SARDANAPALUS, the worshipper of ASSARAC and BELTIS, had already inscribed his name and exploits on those swarthy obelisks and enormous bulls which have lately risen from the grave of centuries. The glory of NINEVEAH, passed away, to be restored again in these our days by the marvelous excavations at KOYUNJIK, KHORABAD, and NIMROUD. Another capital had arisen on the banks of the Euphrates, destined to surpass the ancient splendor of its ruined predecessor on the banks of the Tigris. The worshipper of the eagle-headed NISROCH - a mighty leader of the Chaldean hordes - had arisen, and gathering his armies from their mountain homes, had made the palaces and halls of NINEVE a desert, had marched southwards against the reigning PHARAOH of Egypt - had encountered him at CARCHEMISH - hurried on to THE HOLY CITY, and carried away with him to his favorite capital the rebellious people of the Lord. Among them was a captive of no ordinary note.
Daniel roars because it s a message that must be heard for today. It s a message received 2,600 years ago but meant for our time as the end of the ages draws near. Daniel roars forth precision dates of kingdoms and events that are so precise that critics go into warp speed to disprove the date Daniel wrote them to avoid the only other alternative: Daniel s God reigns in the affairs of men. Daniel s visions are so precise that they gave the exact day, month, and year of the Messiah s first coming. Daniel s amazing 70-week prophecy gives us the precise information we need to be on the alert for His second coming. Daniel is one of the rare biblical individuals about whom God has nothing but good things to say. That may be why Daniel was chosen to convey the largest apocalyptic section of Scripture in the Old Testament. The book of Revelation can t be understood properly without the foundation Daniel provides. As Daniel s prophecies roar in our ears, they create a longing in our hearts a longing for the arrival of the Groom. Deciphering Daniel prepares us for the most important event in history.
In this four-session video-based Bible study (DVD/digital video sold separately), The Daniel Plan team explores both the spiritual and the health benefits of following a healthy lifestyle by focusing on the fifth and final essential of The Daniel Plan: Friends. Sessions include: The Power to Transform Honesty: The Real Deal Moving through Grief and Loss God's Purpose for Living Each session will highlight testimony from those who have incorporated The Daniel Plan into their everyday lifestyle, plus tips on getting started and medically based information on maintaining a healthy lifestyle by following The Daniel Plan. Each of the other DVD/Study guides will focus on another essential: Faith, Food, Fitness, and Focus. Designed for use with the Friends Video Study (sold separately).
This is a detailed biography of the life and adventures of Daniel Boone (1734-1820). Whilst he is often brushed over in American history classes, Boon was an important frontiersman, pioneer, and explorer, who played a decisive role in furthering European settlement in America. He was also a businessman, soldier and politician, taking part in the French and Indian War and contributing to the settlement of modern day Kentucky. John Stevens Cabot Abbott (1805-1877) was an American writer, pastor and historian from Maine. He was the brother of children’s book author Jacob Abbott. He wrote fiction and biographies, often with a strong focus on Christian ethics. He gained fame for his "The Mother at Home" and "History of Napoleon Bonaparte".
This 48-page study guide will help you answer the following questions: - Why should we study Bible Prophecy? - What is the principle of the literal and the spiritual when interpreting end-time prophecies? - Why is the first half of the book of Daniel in the form of stories while the second half is all prophecy? - Why did God allow King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon to attack His people and His holy city? - What is the theme of the entire book of Daniel? Why is this important to know? - What is the significance of biblical names and their meanings in the Bible? - How does Daniel's decision to not defile himself apply to our own daily choices? - What is the day-year principle? How do we use this principle to accurately understand the time prophecies of Daniel and Revelation? Bible prophecy is not a mystery. Bible prophecy can be understood. This bible study on Daniel chapter 1 (in two parts) will introduce the theme for the entire book of Daniel and provide the framework to compare literal, ancient, geographic Israel to the spiritual, global church today. Just as God's people went into captivity into literal, ancient, geographic Babylon and came out, so too, God is bringing His global church out of spiritual, end-time Babylon. Babylon means confusion and God is now restoring His church and bringing them out of confusing, conflicting doctrines to prepare His people for His soon return! You will also learn about the significance of names in the Bible and their meanings to prepare for a later study where you will be able to identify the exact meaning and significance of the mark of the beast and how it contrasts with the name of God (watch our Revelation 13 Mark of the Beast Bible Study). In addition, you'll understand the significance of Daniel's decision not to defile himself and how it directly applies to our own daily decisions. Lastly, we'll cover the day-year principle to accurately interpret bible time prophecies and what that means for us today. Watch the free videos at angelsintheglen.org/daniel1
The Book of Daniel begins with the trials of the Judahites in the aftermath of Jerusalem’s destruction by the Babylonians in 587 BC, when many were forced to live as immigrants in a strange land. It continues with visions relating to the trials of Judahites back in Jerusalem in a time of persecution four centuries later, visions that promise them God’s deliverance. The twelve shorter prophets are situated between the eighth and fifth centuries and speak both warnings and instructions to God’s people. For instance, Amos’s visions warn of Israel’s downfall, Jonah speaks to a wayward generation in Nineveh, and Haggai encourages the people to rebuild God’s temple in Jerusalem. Although these prophets appear at different times and preach to different audiences, they all have at their core an understanding of God’s overwhelming desire to connect with and reconcile himself to his people. Using personal anecdote, a witty and lively style, and drawing on his considerable theological knowledge, John Goldingay takes us deep into the unfolding story of the Old Testament.
The time lines of the book of Daniel, extending to the very eve of The Second Coming of Jesus (do not give the day and hour of His coming), but throw a flood of light on events then to transpire. Daniel gives the basic prophecy and Revelation gives a fuller explanation of that prophecy with added detail. The authors intend to assist the reader by supplying illustrative pictures, maps, structure charts revealing alignment and continuity, Webster's Dictionary definitions of English words, and Strong's Analytical Concordance definitions of original Hebrew. This method, making the Bible its own expositor, does not deny past applications, but permits the emphasis to focus on current events and align with the last ten chapters of The Great Controversy Between Christ and Satan. The literary structure charts reveal the future sealing of the 144,000, and ending at the Second Coming of Jesus. Laying aside the numerous speculative and conflicting Commentaries, the authors desire to use only the Inspired words of the prophets. The result is a beautiful, orderly picture of the past, present and future events, so different from the conclusions of numerous theologians who declared the Revelation is 'so fragmented a puzzle' that no one could crack the code and therefore sealed up and to be left alone. This book, Daniel and Revelation Bound Together, will make the study fresh and easy. Let this book bring hope and joy to your life and shine as a light to your path.
Congressman Tate Daniels had second-guessed almost every decision he'd ever made - with good reason. All he wanted out of life was to play for his beloved Detroit Tigers, take over the family farm, and settle down with the girl of his dreams. Funny how life works out. To make matters worse, Tate had managed to alienate his friends that he'd known since their first Little League game back in 1965. Perhaps it would be better to belive in fate than to take responsibility for his current position. One thing Tate now knows for certain - as he lie [sic] on the floor with a bullet in his chest - this isn't right.
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