This commentary illumines Jer 26-52 through historical, literary, feminist, and postcolonial analysis. Ideologies of subjugation and resistance are entangled in the Jeremiah traditions. The reader is guided through narratives of extreme violence, portrayals of iconic allies and adversaries, and complex gestures of scribal resilience. Judah's cultural trauma is refracted through prose that mimics Neo-Babylonian colonizing ideology, dramatic scenes of survival, and poetry alight with the des...

The Latter Prophets--Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and the Book of the Twelve--comprise a fascinating collection of prophetic oracles, narratives, and vision reports from ancient Israel and Judah. Spanning centuries and showing evidence of compositional growth and editorial elaboration over time, these prophetic books offer an unparalleled view into the cultural norms, theological convictions, and political disputes of Israelite communities caught in the maelstrom of militarized conflicts wit...

Let's face it—modern life is stressful. With constant demands on your time and attention, it's not surprising that you've neglected what used to be your North Star: your relationship. You might feel disconnected from each other and stuck in a cycle of go-nowhere arguments. Perhaps you miss the spark that made you excited to see one another at the end of the day. You might long for the time when the two of you were in sync on most things and could laugh at misunderstandings and miscommunica...

Discover the role of the prophetic ministry and why it is so necessary today. Through this knowledge, you will:Discover how God awakens, calls, grooms and produces excellent prophets.See how prophets differ from psychics and how prophecy excels divinationGet answers to the most common questions people ask about prophecy and prophetsRecognize budding prophets in the churchPaula Price intelligently and skillfully exp...

Robert Alter’s award-winning translation of the Hebrew Bible continues with the stirring narrative of Israel’s ancient history.To read the books of the Former Prophets in this riveting Robert Alter translation is to discover an entertaining amalgam of hair-raising action and high literary achievement. Samson, the vigilante superhero of Judges, slaughters thousands of Philistines with the jawbone of a donkey. David, the Machiavellian prince of Samuel and Kings, is o...

What the Bible Is All About is the essential handbook for anyone who wants to read and understand God's Word. Inside this revised and updated edition of Henrietta Mears' classic, you'll find an overview of every book in the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation. In addition, What the Bible Is All About willProvide a complete guide to the ScripturesExplain how Jesus is revealed in the Old and New TestamentsShow why the Bible is one book, one h...

See God's Hand in Your LifeHow can we live faithfully amid the fires of opposition? How can we stay close to God when doubt seeks to devour us? Daniel the prayer warrior shows us how to keep God's perspective always before us.Zoom in on Daniel's story and the pressures he faced to let go of God's hand in his life. Then zoom out to see Daniel's panoramic visions displaying God's hand in human history. When adversity rolls in like a fog, Daniel reminds us how ...

This Spirit led study of Hosea gives you all of the tools you necessary to lead your Bible study, small group, or entire congregation on a journey that will change them forever. Hosea offers us a glimpse of the unfathomable depth of God's love for us and the lengths to which He will go to demonstrate it. Are we willing to turn and embrace Him? This unique book will teach and challenge you to discover the Word of God anew and open the Bible as if you have never opened it before. A great res...

Is there a way to experience prophetic ministry in a God-honoring way—without all the mess and confusion?Prophetic ministry is the Holy Spirit's gift to the Church. Yet this gift has been abused, confused, and misused, making it difficult for today's Church leaders to embrace.With biblically sound delivery, Darin Slack offers a compelling perspective based on his thirty years of experience in prophetic ministry. He challenges indifference and complacency, while discouraging...

These books, from what are often called the twelve prophets, continue to recount the story of the return from Babylonian exile. They speak with immediacy and power to the generation that was responsible for writing down and organizing the Hebrew Scriptures and founding Judaism as a religion, not just an ethnic identity.Haggai demonstrates how not to be a prophet, as his wildly optimistic and date-specific predictions don't come true. Zechariah then tries to restore the reputation o...

From the customs of religious life to common domestic and social practices, The Essential Companion to Life in Bible Times is your quick and reliable guide to the cultural backgrounds that formed the backdrop of biblical writings.Unlike many similar works, this Bible companion is organized thematically, making it easier to scan over broad subjects at one go. Topics include:The family—describes what the Bible says abo...

It is very important that we sharpen the Sword, which is the Word of God and attack the deceptions from the devil within Christendom. In this e-Book, you will see the deceptions of the devil and how to bring those who are deceived into the Light of Life. You will be amazed how much those who claim themselves to be Christians will be against you when you preach what Jesus taught.