Tag Archives: Bible Study

One Perfect Life by John MacArthur (2012)

The Complete Story of the Lord Jesus I have long been a proponent of reading the Bible chronologically. We all know that the “chapter and verse” designations were only added onto the texts long after the books were gathered together, … Continue reading

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Joshua and the Flow of Biblical History by Francis Schaeffer (1975)

As I work my way through The Complete Works of Francis A. Schaeffer, occasionally I hit snags where I just don’t feel like finishing a book. As great as Joshua and the Flow of Biblical History is, I had difficulty … Continue reading

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How to Read Genesis by Tremper Longman III (2005)

I picked up How to Read Genesis for a seminary course which ran through the Pentateuch, and I found it a helpful addition to my reference library. While Longman’s work certainly doesn’t stand out as an exceptional commentary on the … Continue reading

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Basic Bible Studies by Francis Schaeffer (1972)

Studying doctrine can be addictive at times. I can recall the countless hours I spent not-so-long ago studying for my ordination. In the 17-page doctrinal statement that resulted from all that study, I tried to marry thoroughness with conciseness, which … Continue reading

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Introduction to Francis Schaeffer by Francis Schaeffer (1974)

“Study Guide to a Trilogy: The God Who Is There, Escape from Reason, and He Is There and He Is Not Silent“ A few years ago, a friend gave me one of the most incredible gifts I’ve ever received, the … Continue reading

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Pleasure and Profit in Bible Study by D.L. Moody (1895)

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This book came as comfort to me while I served in the Army, in part because it’s such a tiny book and I could carry it anywhere I went, along with my New Testament. Although I don’t recall enough details … Continue reading

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The Jesus I Never Knew by Philip Yancey (2005)

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Although I’ve had this award-winning book on my shelf for years, it took a break in my schedule and an upcoming New Testament Survey class for which to prepare that finally put The Jesus I Never Knew back on my … Continue reading

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Jewish Backgrounds of the New Testament by J. Julius Scott Jr. (2000)

This evening, I taught “Part One” of a New Testament Survey for a College Bible Study Group where I live, and at the meeting I emphasized to the students the importance knowing a biblical book’s genre, author, audience, and setting … Continue reading

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Done by Cary Schmidt (2005)

What Most Religions Don’t Tell You About the Bible I got this short book from a friend of mine, the most committed tract-giver I know. Thus I was not terribly surprised to find that Done is nothing more than a carefully … Continue reading

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An Introduction to the New Testament by D.A. Carson and Douglas J. Moo (2005)

This book has been hailed as an essential textbook for seminarians, and certainly it has its place at such schools and among such scholars. Despite the adamant praise the book has received, however, I think the book was sadly misnamed. … Continue reading

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