Unusual, unfamiliar, and quirky details about the Bible that you won't find in scholarly or theological examinations.

1001 Surprising Things You Should Know About the Bible

Religion & Spirituality

MacGregor, Jerry

Prys, Marie

Christian Books & Bibles

Fall_River_Press

Book by MacGregor, Jerry, Prys, Marie

Prayers Of Our Presidents

Worship & Devotion

Baker Pub Group

Did you know that before clocks became common, many European churches placed an hourglass at the front of the sanctuary to time the sermon? Or that the second-century church read from a book that was supposedly authored by the apostle Peter but was later rejected as forgery? These are two of the many revealing facts in 1,001 Surprising Things You Should Know about Christianity. This lively and accessible introduction to church history and other topics is comprised of excerpts, quotations, and detailed descriptions of things that make up Christendom. Little-known facts are presented alongside engaging explanations of the well-known aspects of Christianity. These often-humorous tidbits cover culture, people, sayings, creeds and debates, churches, art and music, crusades, revivals, and more. Citations are long enough to fully explain matters but short enough for busy readers to enjoy. Drawings and black-and-white photographs complement the text. 1,001 Surprising Things You Should Know about Christianity is designed for everyone who enjoys history, theology, and interesting facts about the faith. It is an excellent impulse purchase that can be shared with families, classrooms, and Bible study groups—or simply perused for the fun of it!

1001 Surprising Things You Should Know about Christianity

Reference

Baker Books

According to this fascinating new collection by Jerry MacGregor and Marie Prys, the Bible is not only the world's best-selling book-it's also the world's most shoplifted book! Nine out of ten Americans own a Bible, and worldwide sales are uncountable. Yet, for its astonishing sales, how much do most people know about the history and contents of the Bible? 1001 Surprising Things You Should Know about the Bible illuminates the many characters, events, and exciting facts about this profoundly influential book. The information is unique, unfamiliar, true, and, best of all, fun! Readers will uncover intriguing tidbits about such things as: -how the Bible came to be -the Apocrypha -famous quotes about the Bible -New Testament writings -miracles of amazing proportions -festivals and holidays -angels in the Bible -music in the Bible With explanations brief enough even for busy readers, this resource is for everyone who enjoys history, theology, and interesting facts about the faith. 1001 Surprising Things You Should Know about the Bible will also come in handy for pastors looking for interesting illustration material.

1001 Surprising Things You Should Know about the Bible

Encyclopedias & Subject Guides

Which name of God is most frequently used in the Old Testament? How should we understand Scriptures that say men saw God, when God is infinite and invisible? Where did the word trinity come from? How can you quickly find answers to these questions? 1001 Surprising Things You Should Know about God is packed with unique, important, and unfamiliar facts about God that every person should know and consider. Brief, accessible entries make the information fun and easy to take in, even for busy readers. Chapters cover a range of topics including: -what God is like -names of God -God's prophets -God's church -the trinity triangle -concepts and doctrine -how to find God This lively book is for everyone who wants to know more about God and his character, will, and actions. It is also a handy reference tool for pastors and teachers looking for interesting illustration material or succinct definitions.

1001 Surprising Things You Should Know about God

Wallace, Donna

American presidents and their families are some of the most-watched people in our culture today. And though their politics, personal interests, and leadership abilities have varied, most of the presidential families have at one time or another professed their faith in God. Still, many history books have ignored this unifying characteristic. Faith of the First Ladies will show readers what history books have not. This interesting and entertaining read offers more than thirty prayers, plus biographical materials, inspirational speeches, and spiritual reflections written by various wives of United States presidents. Candid and insightful, this book will give readers a glimpse of what it's like to be a part of the first family. Trivia and little-known facts about such women as Laura Bush and Lucy Hayes will captivate women readers as well as anyone interested in American history.

Faith of the First Ladies

Biographies & Memoirs

Historical

Which name of God is most frequently used in the Old Testament? Where did the word "trinity" come from? How did the Bible come to be? The answers to these questions reveal loads of unique, unfamiliar, and surprising facts about the Christian faith. 2,002 Surprising Things about God and the Bible illuminates the many characters and events of the Bible and reveals names of God, famous quotes about God, and how to find God. In these pages, readers will find hundreds of bite-sized, categorized--and fun--trivia facts that can be used as illustrations in sermons, speeches, and everyday conversations. Pastors, teachers, and anyone interested in history or trivia will be entertained, challenged, and renewed with these interesting facts about faith.

2,002 Surprising Things about God and the Bible

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