I can do all THIS through him who gives me strength—Philippians 4:13 I recently read a survey showing that this was the second most popular verse of the protestant bible based on google searches, social media posts, and products sold containing the reference; second only to John 3:16. We all have goals we are consistently seeking to accomplish, … Continue reading Enduring All This
Theology
Book Review—1 & 2 Thessalonians: Zondervan Critical Introductions to the New Testament
Gupta, Nijay K. 1 & 2 Thessalonians. Zondervan Critical Introductions to the New Testament, v. 13. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2019. 320 pp.; Hb.; $31.49. Link to Zondervan Academic. The Zondervan Critical Introductions to the New Testament (ZCINT) series provides a fresh approach to the book-by-book approach in the academic realm of Biblical studies. … Continue reading Book Review—1 & 2 Thessalonians: Zondervan Critical Introductions to the New Testament
Book Review—Romans: Exegetical Guide to the Greek New Testament
Harvey, John D. Romans. Exegetical Guide to the Greek New Testament. Nashville: B&H Academic, 2017. 464 pp.; Pb.; $29.99. Link to B&H Academic John D. Harvey’s EGGNT of Romans is nothing short of beneficial. This is the first of his two commentaries he has written on the letter of Romans. This particular volume follows the same structure … Continue reading Book Review—Romans: Exegetical Guide to the Greek New Testament
Book Review: Keep Up Your Biblical Aramaic in Two Minutes a Day
Kline, Jonathan G., Keep Up Your Biblical Aramaic in Two Minutes a Day. Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 2017. 384 pp.; Hb. $17.99. Link to Hendrickson Talk to anyone who studied Biblical languages during their education and I guarantee they will attest to the difficulty of retention post-schooling. Whether at Bible College or Seminary, past or … Continue reading Book Review: Keep Up Your Biblical Aramaic in Two Minutes a Day
Book Review—Powers of Darkness: Principalities & Powers in Paul’s Letters.
Arnold, Clinton E., Powers of Darkness: Principalities & Powers in Paul's Letters. Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic, 1992. 244 pp.; Pb. $19.80. Link to IVP. Link to Amazon. The spiritual realms and forces mentioned in Scripture have always been intriguing to me. Whether it’s the spiritual rulers, powers, and authorities, or Paul’s dialogue with sorcerers and magicians, … Continue reading Book Review—Powers of Darkness: Principalities & Powers in Paul’s Letters.
Book Review—Exploring the Old Testament, Volume 1: A Guide to the Pentateuch
Wenham, Gordon J., Exploring the Old Testament, Volume 1: A Guide to the Pentateuch. Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic, 2016. 226 pp.; Pb. $22.50. Link to IVP. I have read three different books that provide a survey of the Pentateuch. The first was The Torah Story by Gary Edward Schnittjer, a large hardcover from Zondervan. The … Continue reading Book Review—Exploring the Old Testament, Volume 1: A Guide to the Pentateuch
Book Review: Keep Up Your Biblical Hebrew in Two Minutes a Day vol. 1 & 2
Kline, Jonathan G., Keep Up Your Biblical Hebrew in Two Minutes a Day: Vol. 1. Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 2017. 384 pp.; Hb. $39.95. Link to Hendrickson Kline, Jonathan G., Keep Up Your Biblical Hebrew in Two Minutes a Day: Vol. 2. Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 2017. 384 pp.; Hb. $39.95. Link to Hendrickson Talk … Continue reading Book Review: Keep Up Your Biblical Hebrew in Two Minutes a Day vol. 1 & 2
Book Review—The Lost World of the Flood: Mythology, Theology, and the Deluge Debate.
Longman III, Tremper and John H. Walton, The Lost World of the Flood: Mythology, Theology, and the Deluge Debate. Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic, 2018. 192 pp.; Pb. $16.20. Link to IVP John H. Walton joins forces with Tremper Longman III for the newest addition to the "Lost World" series, published by IVP Academic. This … Continue reading Book Review—The Lost World of the Flood: Mythology, Theology, and the Deluge Debate.
Book Review—Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible. Kregel Academic.
Glahn, Sandra, ed. Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible. Grand Rapids, Mich. Kregel Academic, 2017, 303 pp. Hb; $22.99. Link to Kregel The term deconstruct used to refer to the mechanism to unpack one’s traditional understanding, with the intent to eventually reconstruct. It was a precursor to developing a matured … Continue reading Book Review—Vindicating the Vixens: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible. Kregel Academic.
Book Review—The Lost World of the Israelite Conquest (IVP Academic)
John H. Walton and J. Harvey Walton. The Lost World of the Israelite Conquest: Covenant, Retribution, and the Fate of the Canaanites. Downers Grove, IL.: IVP Academic, 288 pp., PB; $18.00. Link to InterVarsity Press. For most, hearing the term “the lost world” brings back memories of Jeff Goldblum being hunted by a pack of … Continue reading Book Review—The Lost World of the Israelite Conquest (IVP Academic)
Finding Rest in the Haven 