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HardbackJames, 1-2 Peter, 1-3 John, Jude
Volume 11
Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture
Edited by Gerald Bray
General Editor Thomas C. OdenChristianity Today Award of Merit winner
Because the Catholic Epistles focus on orthodox faith and morals, the Fathers drew on them as a means of defense against the rising challenge of heretics. Many of the Fathers saw in these letters anticipatory attacks on Marcion and strong defenses against the Arians. They did so quite naturally because in their ...
PaperbackThe Message of Psalms 1–72
The Bible Speaks Today Series
by Michael Wilcock
The book of Psalms is a favorite of Christians, even though we frequently read it in portions and pieces, hopscotching through the familiar and avoiding the odd, the unpleasant, and the difficult. But though the individual psalmsarose from an assortment of times, experiences, and settings, the book is composed in a deliberate pattern, not as a random anthology. The meaning of the ...
PaperbackSpirituality According to John
Abiding in Christ in the Johannine Writings
by Rodney Reeves
Biblical Foundations Book Awards Finalist
Through all of John's works, a consistent message is woven: being a Christian is about abiding in Christ and in his words. The Gospel of John, the epistle of 1 John,and the Apocalypse all begin in the same way: by pointing to the importance of knowing the Word, both written and incarnate. Using an artistic, storytelling ...
PaperbackJoshua, Judges, Ruth, 1-2 Samuel
Volume 4
Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture
Edited by John R Franke
General Editor Thomas C. OdenThe history of the entry into the Promised Land followed by the period of the Judges and early monarchy may not appear to readers today as a source for expounding the Christian faith. But the church fathers readily found parallels, or types, in the narrative that illumined the New Testament. An obvious link was the similarity in name between Joshua, Moses' successor, and Jesus—indeed, ...
HardbackCommentaries on Romans, 1-2 Corinthians, and Hebrews
Ancient Christian Texts
by Cyril of Alexandria
Edited by Joel C. Elowsky
Translated by David R. Maxwell"But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead . . ."
Cyril of Alexandria (c. 378–444) was one of the most significant figures in the early church: bishop of the church, defender of orthodoxy, proponent of Alexandrian theology. Indeed, he is probably best known as the supporter of the term Theotokos (God-bearer) with regard to Mary in opposition to Nestorius during ...
PaperbackShaped by Suffering
How Temporary Hardships Prepare Us for Our Eternal Home
by Kenneth Boa
With Jenny M Abel"The God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast." 1 Peter 5:10Suffering comes to us all. It may be disease or debilitation, pain or persecution. Our difficulties may be invisible to others or impossible to hide. Sometimes we suffer because of our Christian ...
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From Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 31, 2025, IVP published more than 100 new titles, and the readers voted for their favorites. Now, we're happy to announce the 2025 Readers' Choice Awards winners!
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Want more context as you begin to study 1 Corinthians? This introduction will give you the background you need as you read the Daily Quiet Time Bible Study. We hope you continue to discover the riches of Scripture and draw closer to God as you join the millions who have used this free devotional resource.
PaperbackNobody's Mother
Artemis of the Ephesians in Antiquity and the New Testament
by Sandra L Glahn
Christianity Today Book Award Finalist—Biblical Studies
Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award Finalist
How Has Misinterpreting Paul Led to the Silencing of Women?
Some Christians think Paul's reference to "saved through childbearing" in 1 Timothy 2:15 means that women are slated primarily for delivering and raising ...
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Want more context as you begin to study 1 Chronicles? This introduction will give you the background you need as you read the Daily Quiet Time Bible Study. We hope you continue to discover the riches of Scripture and draw closer to God as you join the millions who have used this free devotional resource.
