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CANTE, ORE, VIVA. ENCONTRE DEUS NOS SALMOS. De todos os livros da Bíblia, certamente Salmos é um dos mais queridos e lembrados. Isso não significa, porém, que seja apreciado como deveria. Embora alguns de seus poemas sejam amados e declamados por muitos, vários outros permanecem esquecidos...

Esteemed scholar N. T. Wright explores some of Paul's earliest epistles, rich with vitality, questions, challenges, enthusiasm and awareness of God's transformative presence and Spirit. These three letters—Galatians, 1 Thessalonians, and 2 Thessalonians—constitute some of Paul's earliest...

The problems with the Bible that New Testament scholar Bart Ehrman discussed in his bestseller Misquoting Jesus—and on The Daily Show with John Stewart, NPR, and Dateline NBC, among others—are expanded upon exponentially in his latest book: Jesus, Interrupted. This New York Times bestseller...

Transform spiritual frustration into clear, confident Bible study with this welcoming guide to understanding scripture. If you have ever felt lost, intimidated, or discouraged by ancient laws and thick theological language, you are not alone. This audio journey replaces confusion with a hopeful...

Overcome religious overwhelm and grasp the grand narrative of Scripture with this highly accessible, welcoming Bible study. If you feel intimidated by ancient texts or unsure where to begin your spiritual journey, this gentle exploration offers a clear path forward. Enjoy a calm, reflective...

Trace the unified narrative of Christian theology through a dynamic biblical journey from ancient promises to the cross. Perfect for a mindful commute or quiet devotional time, this reflective exploration connects isolated scriptures into one cohesive, uplifting drama. Instead of dry doctrine...

Master weekly sermon preparation and deliver rich biblical exegesis amidst a demanding church schedule. Designed for the focused commute or a late-night study session, this encouraging guide offers a lifeline to spiritual leaders facing the relentless Sunday deadline. Experience a warm, pastoral...

One of our greatest novelists and thinkers presents a radiant, thrilling interpretation of the book of Genesis. “[Suzanne] Toren's narration highlights Genesis as a work of literature that is especially beautiful when read aloud.”—AudioFile For generations, the book of Genesis has been...

In Beyond Belief, renowned religion scholar Elaine Pagels continues her groundbreaking examination of the earliest Christian texts, arguing for an ongoing assessment of faith and a questioning of religious orthodoxy. Spurred on by personal tragedy and new scholarship from an international group...

The book of Ephesians is cherished for its doctrinal depths and devotional beauty. Paul’s letter sets before us the blessings of salvation: new life in Jesus Christ and a new family in His church. As we read the prayers and doxologies woven through its verses, we see how the grace of God stirs...

Penned by the apostle Paul, the book of Romans is the manifesto of Christian freedom - our liberty in Christ apart from the law. In this verse-by-verse study through Romans, Skip Heitzig unfolds the doctrine of salvation as written by Paul and inspired by the Holy Spirit. This letter to the church in Rome reveals the essence of the gospel: God's righteousness given to humankind through faith in Jesus Christ.

In the tradition of Boice’s expositional commentaries, Nehemiah not only explains the meaning of the text verse by verse and section by section, but it relates the concerns of the text to the world, the church, and the realities of Christian life. Pastors, Bible students, and laypersons alike will find Boice’s easy-to-digest commentary an important tool, not only in understanding the rebuilding of the wall of Jerusalem but also in understanding how God equips his servants for their appointed tasks. 

The Son of God sitting at the right hand of the Father in the throne room of Heaven—a perfect, eternal, and sinless being—is a daunting and intimidating image. Thomas Goodwin seeks not to diminish that truth, but to enhance it by ensuring the church that Jesus Christ is also still perfectly...

This is Leo Tolstoy's integration of the four biblical gospels into a single account of the life of Jesus. The Gospel in Brief is an intriguing fusion of biblical texts and Tolstoy's own religious views. Tolstoy explains that his goal is a “solution to the problem of life," not a theological or historical statement. He therefore ignores issues like Jesus' genealogy and divinity, focusing instead on the words and teachings of Jesus, stripped of what he regarded as the Church's distortions and focus on dogma and ritual.

The most important words ever written are the Ten Commandments. These words changed the world when they were first presented at Mt. Sinai to Israelites, and they are changing it now. They are the foundation stones of Western civilization. Given their staggering importance, you would think that all societies, and certainly our educational and religious institutions, would be intent on studying them closely. Sadly, this is not the case.

The modern conception of sacrifice is at once cast as a victory of self-discipline over desire and condescended to as destructive and archaic abnegation. But even in the Old Testament, the dual natures of sacrifice, embodying both ritual slaughter and moral rectitude, were at odds. In this analysis, Terry Eagleton makes a compelling argument that the idea of sacrifice has long been misunderstood. Pursuing the complex lineage of sacrifice in a lyrical discourse, Eagleton focuses on the Old and New Testaments, offering a virtuosic analysis of the crucifixion.

Did the historical person Jesus really regard himself as the Son of God? What did Jesus actually stand for? And what are we to make of the early Christian conviction that Jesus physically rose from the dead? In this book, N. T. Wright considers these and many other questions raised by three controversial books about Jesus: Barbara Thiering's Jesus the Man, A. N. Wilson's Jesus: A Life, and John Shelby Spong's Born of a Woman.

The sovereignty of God, the sexual nature of humanity, and the gospel of God's mercy for the undeserving-these massive realities never change. And since God is still sovereign, and we are male or female, and Jesus is alive and powerful, A Sweet & Bitter Providence bears a message for listeners from all walks of life. But be warned, Piper tells his audience: This ancient love affair between Boaz and Ruth could be dangerous, inspiring all of us to great risks in the cause of love.

Part of the Jewish Encounter series From one of our most trusted spiritual advisers, a thoughtful, illuminating guide to that most fascinating of biblical texts, the book of Job, and what it can teach us about living in a troubled world. The story of Job is one of unjust things happening to a...

Grace or truth…or both? Truth without grace breeds self-righteousness and crushing legalism. Grace without truth breeds deception and moral compromise. Is it possible to embrace both in balance? Jesus did. Randy Alcorn offers a simple yet profound two-point checklist of Christlikeness. “In the end,” says Alcorn, “we don’t need grace or truth. We need grace and truth. And for people to see Jesus in us, they must see both.”