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| Today, some people think of the church as a powerless institution made of ancient traditions and stuffy buildings. They're wrong! The church is the new community of God's people. It's filled with the power of the Holy Spirit. And it has as much to say to the world today as it did two thousand years ago. In Acts, you will discover that God wants to do a fresh work among his people by the power of the Holy Spirit. You will find the pathway to authentic community. You will learn how to grow as a worshiper. And you will deepen your passion to invite others into the fellowship of Christ-followers we call the church. Sound exciting? Let's rediscover church together! |
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| This commentary presents the book of Acts in a format that allows those with the time to delve into some detail of the book, while those with less time can quickly see the main points and issues of the book. Each chapter of Acts is broken down into 8 parts: an introduction, the commentary, a conclusion, life application, a prayer, deeper discoveries which add depth to the commentary, a teaching outline, and issues for discussion. Main ideas as well as supporting ideas are clearly laid out so one can easily get a feel for the passage. It is a verse-by-verse commentary that is non-technical so that lay people as well as pastors will be able to access it. |
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| The New American Commentary is for those who have been seeking a commentary that honors the Scriptures, represents the finest in contemporary evangelical scholarship, and lends itself to the practical work of preaching and teaching. This series assumes the inerrancy of Scripture, focuses on the intrinsic theological and exegetical concerns of each biblical book, and engages the range of issues raised in contemporary biblical scholarship. Verse-by-verse, detailed exposition. Person, subject, and scripture indexes. Well footnoted to scholarship, but lacking bibliography. Actual text is printed section-by-section for the reader. |
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| Most Bible commentaries take us on a one-way trip from the twentieth century to the first century. But they leave us there, assuming that we can somehow make the return journey on our own. In other words, they focus on the original meaning of the passage but don't discuss its contemporary application. The information they offer is valuable -- but the job is only half done! The NIV Application Commentary Series helps us with both halves of the interpretive task. This new and unique series shows readers how to bring an ancient message into modern context. It explains not only what the Bible means but also how it can speak powerfully today. |
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| The Spirit moved in dramatic fashion in the early church. The gospel was preached, thousands were added to their number, many were healed, and the good news about Jesus was spread across continents. Covering the exciting action of the Spirit in the years just following Jesus' life on earth, this inductive Bible study will help you dig deeply into the riches of Scripture and apply it to your own life. John Stott is one of the world's leading and most loved Bible teachers and preachers. In this guide you can explore Scripture side by side with John Stott, enhancing your own in-depth study with insights gained from his years of immersion in God's Word. |
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| Shepherd's Notes give easy access to the Bible-one book at a time. Whether you're involved in a Bible study group, teaching, or simply getting personally acquainted with history's greatest literary collection, you'll find SHEPHERD'S NOTES delivers the essentials of each book in succinct, easy-to-digest bites. With Shepherd's Notes as your guide, you'll grow in your confidence to discuss biblical themes and details with your friends and colleagues.Simply read the entire book or search for the specific chapters of the book that you are interested in. Follow the six icons that point you to:1. Capsule Thought2. Old Testament Reference.3. Historical Background4. New Testament Reference5. Personal Application6. Word Pictures |
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| A mighty flame burst onto Jerusalem that dayand quickly spread like wildfire.Consuming the hearts of thousands of people who were hungry for cleansing, empowerment, and a personal relationship with God, this fire was nothing less that the sanctifying Holy Spirit.As the number of believers mushroomed into a force more formidable than anything ever experience in the regimented religious culture of that day, it quickly reached out into an ever-growing radius to radically touch people throughout the Roman Empire and beyond. The ministries of two particularly powerful witnesses, Peter and Paul, are followed in the Book of Acts, the first book ever written about the history of the Early Church of Jesus Christ.This fascinating 10-week study is Part 1 of a two-volume examination of Acts highlighting the unstoppable spread of the gospel in the years after the resurrection and ascension of Christ. Thought-provoking observations make this a study that will enrich the experience of any believer who is hungry for a better understanding of what made the New Testament Church the powerhouse it was. This is the story of those who fearlessly testified, "We cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard." (Acts 4:20) |
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| You can't stop a whirlwindespecially when it's the Holy Spirit.That whirlwind swept relentlessly through the entire Mediterranean region and beyond as a thoroughly transformed servant named Paul found that he couldn't contain himselfbecause of the mighty Holy Spirit, whom it is impossible to contain.The last 16 chapters of the Book of Acts focus on the incredible ministry of Paul as he pursues his passion of telling everyone everywhere, wherever the opportunity existsand even where it seemingly doesn'tof the wondrous news of the resurrected Christ. This is the Christ who has opened heaven's doors to all those who will put their faith in Him, smashing the seemingly endless number of weak attempts to win God's favor by mere human effort. Through imprisonment, persecution, shipwreck, rejection, and everything else Satan can throw at him, Paul rejoices in these seemingly endless opportunities of proclaiming his Lord to a hungry world.This 11-week study is Part 2 of a two-volume look at Acts focusing on the growth of the New Testament Church following Pentecost. Gripping observations in this volume provide rich opportunities to deepen one's understanding of Paul's vision for the lost and his ever-present dependence on the cleansing and power of the Holy Spirit for effective ministry. This is the story of a man whose heart beat with the all-consuming love of his Savior, Jesus Christ, and a burden for those who had yet to hear. |
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