Stephen H. Levinsohn is by no means the only SIL International member deserving recognition for significant contributions to the field of biblical studies; all too frequently such work goes unrecognized, even if it is appreciated in some quarters. The goal of this volume is to see that at least in Stephen's case, his work receives the commendation that it deserves. Each of the contributors to this volume has had their ideas challenged or influenced by Levinsohn's work, and each counts it an honor to contribute to a volume honoring him. The caliber of these scholars should dispel any doubts about why we're honoring Stephen's work in this Festschrift; the list of contributors speaks for itself. If you have been wondering exactly what discourse studies has to offer to biblical interpretation, I commend these articles to you as evidence of the dividends that are in store for those who invest the time and effort to enter this field.

Discourse Studies and Biblical Interpretation: A Festschrift in Honor of Stephen H. Levinsohn

Religion & Spirituality

Runge, Steven E.

Christian Books & Bibles

Lexham Press

It's the Best Curriculum for Churches. Abraham: Following God’s Promise helps you dig deeper into the life of Abraham. It has everything you need for your personal study, but it’s best used in conjunction with the complete church curriculum. Discover new meaning in the life of Abraham. Dig up the nuggets you might have missed. Discuss questions you’ve never thought to ask. Infuse your sermons with energy and conviction. Learn new ways to apply Abraham’s story in your life. Get connected with others in your church. Abraham: Following God’s Promise is perfect for small groups, and it’s best used in conjunction with the complete curriculum package for your entire church. The topics in each small group Bible study integrate with your pastor’s sermons. Everything is centered on the Word, so you get a complete, shared Bible study experience with your entire church. Praise for the Series Logos has taken group Bible study to the next level with their new Studies in Faithful Living series. Deeply engaging, biblically accurate, and filled with life-changing applications, this series is destined to be the go-to resource for lay leaders for years to come. —Israel Loken, Chair, Bible and Theology Departments, College of Biblical Studies, Houston, TX Contents Each chapter of Abraham: Following God’s Promise is structured to maximize your study:  Setting the Stage:  Theme: Introduces the meaning and relevance of an event in Abraham’s life Literary Context: Illustrates the conditions surrounding that event Historical and Cultural Background: Presents relevant data about the ancient world   A Closer Look: Gives a walk-through of the event while exploring issues of interpretation, original language, and theology Throughout the Bible: Examines discussion of the event elsewhere in the Bible Beyond the Bible: Treats references to the event in ancient documents and extracanonical texts and references and by theologians, the church fathers, and contemporary thinkers Application: Concludes the chapter by exploring the event’s relevance to your journey of faith  You’ll also find Quick Tips on difficult passages and Quick Bits of historical information, original language wording, and ancient thought.

Abraham: Following God's Promise

Miles Custis

Douglas Mangum

Matthew M. Whitehead

Chosen to be the mother of Jesus, Mary played a singular role in God's plan of redemption. And her life, relationships, and faith continue to hold significance for believers today. By responding faithfully to God's call, Mary began an extraordinary journey of transformation from Jesus' loving mother to one of His devoted followers.   In this 8-week study, authors Miles Custis, Michael R. Grigoni, Douglas Mangum, Matthew M. Whitehead, Rebecca Brant, John D. Barry, and Elizabeth Vince help you discover new meaning in the life of Mary. Each chapter of Mary: Devoted to God's Plan is structured to maximize your study by exploring the themes, context, and background of events Mary's life, as well as offering biblical parallels, extra-biblical references, and insights into how Mary's experiences are relevant to your journey of faith. Walk through life with Mary, learning along the way how her story is like your story.  Contents  Each chapter of Mary: Devoted to God's Plan is structured to maximize your study:    Theme: Introduces the meaning and relevance of an event in Mary's life  Literary Context: Illustrates the conditions surrounding that event  Historical and Cultural Background: Presents relevant data about the ancient world  A Closer Look: Gives a walk-through of the event while exploring issues of interpretation, original language, and theology  Throughout the Bible: Examines discussion of the event elsewhere in the Bible  Beyond the Bible: Treats references to the event in ancient documents and extracanonical texts and references and by theologians, the church fathers, and contemporary thinkers  Application: Concludes the chapter by exploring the event's relevance to your journey of faith    You'll also find Quick Tips offering insight into difficult passages, historical information, original language wording, and ancient thought.  Praise for Mary: Devoted to God's Plan      "Mary's story is familiar to most Christians and can inadvertently be limited to a manger scene at Christmas. Yet there is so much more to ponder and learn from her life, as you will see in this study."-Arlene Pellicane, speaker, author, and blogger  "The study of Mary: Devoted to God's Plan is not for the faint of heart. Take this study seriously-embrace the young teenager Mary as your role model-and you will have embarked on a journey that requires courage and self-sacrifice and may mean standing alone."- Carolyn Custis James, author of "Half the Church"

Mary: Devoted to God's Plan

John D. Barry

Rebecca Brant

Elizabeth Vince

The Bible is filled with passages that are so baffling we tend to ignore them. Yet the passages that seem weird might be the most important. This collection of essays from Bible Study Magazine will shock you, intrigue you, and completely change the way you view the Bible. Dr. Michael S. Heiser visits some of the Bible's most obscure passages, unveiling their ancient context to help you interpret them today. Read this book, and you'll never be bored by the Bible again. Part One: Old Testament The Ancient's Guide to the Galaxy Walk Like an Israelite Even the Bible Needed Upgrading Spellchecking the Bible Why Circumcision? The Abandoned Child and the Basket Case A Tale of Courage We Never Teach Counting the Ten Commandments Is There Really a Sin Offering? There's a Devil in the Details Love Potion: Numbers 5 Is My Bible Right? The Most Horrific Bible Story Righting a Wrong When Giants Walked the Earth The Divine Arrow Promise Undelivered? Sanctified Dirt 1003 BC Census: Who Authorized It-God or Satan? Cookin' the Books Slaying the Sea Monster Does God Need a Co-Signer? The Witness in the Clouds Who Wrote the Book of Proverbs? Immanuel's Mother: Virgin or Not? Standing in the Council Jeremiah: Double Vision? Why the Ark of the Covenant Will Never Be Found He, Him, Me, Myself, and I Bizarre Visions for the Worst of Times Do the Dead Sea Scrolls Answer the Canon Question? Part Two: New Testament Burying Hell My Guardian Angel The New Testament Misquotes the Old Testament? "I Saw Satan Fall like Lightning": When? The Healing Serpent Who Took Verse 4 out of My Bible? What Walking on Water Really Means Born Again ... and Again and Again? Dumbledore Meets Philip &amp; Peter Paul's Lost Letters Destiny &amp; Destination A Female Apostle Signed, Sealed, and Delivered-to Satan? Treason &amp; Translation Charlton Heston Had Company When Abraham Met Jesus How Many Times Is Jesus Coming Back? What's Jesus Waiting For? God's Right-Hand Woman? Wisdom in Hebrews Baptism as Spiritual Warfare Jesus Is God: Jude and Peter Tell Me So When Angels Do Time Tough Love Jesus, God, a.k.a., The Name 666: What Theories Add Up? Perspective Changes Everything Constantine, Conspiracy, and the Canon

I Dare You Not to Bore Me with The Bible

Heiser, Michael S.

The High Definition Commentary series is practical and accessible. Each volume combines analysis of the biblical book's plot twists, shocking moments, and climax with professional graphics to offer a Bible commentary in high definition. In High Definition Commentary: Philippians, Dr. Steven Runge leverages his linguistic knowledge to explain how Paul helped the Philippian church deal with interpersonal conflicts and grow in their relationship with God. Runge traces the linguistic and literary clues that identify each passage's big ideas. Using jargon-free exposition, he walks you through Philippians' flow and development. Personal illustrations and stories help you understand what each concept looks like in practice. Then, the custom artwork brings it all together, helping make Paul's message applicable and memorable. The result: a commentary that perfectly blends a linguist's under- standing of the Bible with passion, application, and art.Key FeaturesFully customized graphics perfect for teaching2-3 images for each Scripture sectionExpositional commentary based on discourse analysisPraise for Steven RungeSteven Runge has made a valuable contribution to the revolution [in discourse linguistics] by his insightful analysis of each New Testament book in his Discourse Grammar of the Greek New Testament. Now he has taken the next step and provided a theoretical base for his applications in Discourse Grammar of the Greek New Testament. . . . I commend his pioneering work for serious consideration by all New Testament students and scholars. . . . I have always been interested in any type of analysis that will help me understand the New Testament better. Discourse Grammar of the Greek New Testament has helped me to do just that.—Dr. William Varner, Professor of Greek Exegesis, The Masters College

High Definition Commentary: Philippians

Steven E. Runge

History

Gain easy access to the best of Spurgeon's writings on the book of Galatians. Spurgeon Commentary: Galatians collects his thoughts on Galatians in a commentary format, including sermon illustrations and applications culled from his sermons and writings. Illustrations are indexed by theme, enabling you to quickly find a fitting observation whether you're searching by topic or verse. Each section of Scripture also includes at least one application from Spurgeon based on those verses. And updated language brings greater clarity to his teachings than ever before--allowing you to better understand and apply Spurgeon's rich insights into Galatians.

Spurgeon Commentary: Galatians

Spurgeon, Charles Haddon

As the old adage goes, you have to ask the right questions before you can get the right answers. And that's exactly what the Not Your Average Bible Study series helps you do. Rather than spoon-feeding you with individual facts, this study of Hebrews coaches you on how to think through the text as a whole. Tested and proven in Bible Study Magazine, it's perfect for group and individual studies alike. Hebrews was written for people like us--struggling Christians seeking to know God better. The ancient communities who first received this letter faced temptation, suffering, and doubt. When we understand God's message for them, we can better embrace God's message for his church today. Each section of the guide begins with a concise introduction, providing context for the biblical passage. Next, you'll consider questions designed to prompt your own in-depth study. You'll also find specific prayer suggestions, along with ideas for further research. Experience the joy of discovering biblical insights for yourself--then apply these lessons to your everyday life. This is not your average Bible study!

Hebrews: How Jesus Speaks Into Everything (Not Your Average Bible Study)

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Words, Language & Grammar

As the old adage goes, you have to ask the right questions before you can get the right answers. And that's exactly what the Not Your Average Bible Study series helps you do. Rather than spoon-feeding you with individual facts, this study of Colossians coaches you on how to think through the text as a whole. Tested and proven in Bible Study Magazine, it's perfect for group and individual studies alike. At some point, everyone experiences real suffering--pain, disappointment, sickness, abuse. Paul's message to the Colossian church--and to us--is that suffering isn't senseless or worthless. Chained in a Roman prison, Paul tells us how suffering can be an opportunity for Christ to show his power and glory in us. Each section of the guide begins with a concise introduction, providing context for the biblical passage. Next, you'll consider questions designed to prompt your own in-depth study. You'll also find specific prayer suggestions, along with ideas for further research. Experience the joy of discovering biblical insights for yourself--then apply these lessons to your everyday life. This is not your average Bible study!

Colossians: Being Like Jesus (Not Your Average Bible Study)

Barry, John D.

As the old adage goes, you have to ask the right questions before you can get the right answers. And that's exactly what the Not Your Average Bible Study series helps you do. Rather than spoon-feeding you with individual facts, this study of 2 Peter and Jude coaches you on how to think through the text as a whole. Tested and proven in Bible Study Magazine, it's perfect for group and individual studies alike. What does active faith look like in the midst of struggle? When false teachers threatened the spiritual health of the early church, Jude and Peter urgently called early Christians to faithful lives that demonstrated mercy, love, and wisdom. These books show us what it means to grow in faith and respond to the love that Christ has for us. Each section of the guide begins with a concise introduction, providing context for the biblical passage. Next, you'll consider questions designed to prompt your own in-depth study. You'll also find specific prayer suggestions, along with ideas for further research. Experience the joy of discovering biblical insights for yourself--then apply these lessons to your everyday life. This is not your average Bible study!

2 Peter & Jude: Contend for the Faith (Not Your Average Bible Study)

Custis, Miles

As the old adage goes, you have to ask the right questions before you can get the right answers. And that's exactly what the Not Your Average Bible Study series helps you do. Rather than spoon-feeding you with individual facts, this study of Malachi coaches you on how to think through the text as a whole. Tested and proven in Bible Study Magazine, it's perfect for group and individual studies alike. So often we affirm God's love until things go wrong. In anger, anxiety, or pain, we doubt his goodness or involvement in our lives. Like the Israelites of Malachi's day, we cry out, "How have you loved us?" But the words of the prophet Malachi comfort us with God's love, and they challenge us to reciprocate that love--even in dark times. Malachi shows us that we need a savior. Each section of the guide begins with a concise introduction, providing context for the biblical passage. Next, you'll consider questions designed to prompt your own in-depth study. You'll also find specific prayer suggestions, along with ideas for further research. Experience the joy of discovering biblical insights for yourself--then apply these lessons to your everyday life. This is not your average Bible study!

Malachi: Easy Doesn't Change the World (Not Your Average Bible Study)

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