New Testament Biographies

William Tyndale’s 1526 English New Testament was a landmark in history—the book that gave the plowboy the words of God in his own tongue, ignited the English Reformation, and shaped the very language of Scripture for generations to come. In this volume, Leland Ryken, one of the foremost authorities on the history of the English Bible, explores Tyndale’s translation philosophy, literary genius, and enduring influence. With clarity and depth, Ryken shows how Tyndale’s work became the fountainhead of the English Bible tradition and why it remains indispensable today. This new edition ...

Your ticket from the twenty-first century to the era of Jesus and the first Christians. A listenable, two-volume introduction placing the entire New Testament and early Christianity in its original context, written by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright. An ideal guide for students...

Your ticket from the twenty-first century to the era of Jesus and the first Christians. A listenable, two-volume introduction placing the entire New Testament and early Christianity in its original context, written by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright. An ideal guide for students...

Each of the first three Gospels calls attention to the Roman centurion--Longinus--who officiated at the Crucifixion, and it is through the life-changing story of this duty-bound soldier that Leonard Wibberley (author of The Mouse That Roared and himself a devout Catholic) achieves, with a shrewd appreciation of human motives, a thoroughly fresh interpretation of the Gospel story of Christ's ministry and Passion. "The Oldest Story Given Fresh Vigor."--Los Angeles Times ★★★★★ "Wonderful book. It gives new insight into the life of Christ and how he influenced those around him. Sure, ...

The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, The New Testament in Its World: Audio Lectures includes high quality live-recordings of college-level lectures that cover the...

The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, The New Testament in Its World: Audio Lectures includes high quality live-recordings of college-level lectures that cover the...

This riveting exploration of a nearly lost first-century scripture tells the story of a courageous saint named Thecla and offers us a road map to knowing our worth. “Meggan Watterson writes with a prophet’s vision and a mystic’s heart.”—Arianna Huffington, founder and CEO, Thrive...

While the Christian tradition has subordinated John the Baptist to Jesus of Nazareth, John himself would likely have disagreed with that ranking. In this eye-opening new book John the Baptist in History and Theology, Joel Marcus makes a powerful case that John saw himself, not Jesus, as the proclaimer and initiator of the kingdom of God and his own ministry as the center of God's saving action in history.

This Bible study guide takes you through the life of Paul in seven weekly or 50 daily parts. Paul the Apostle began as Saul of Tarsus. At first, Saul arrested Christians. Then he became a Christian as well as a missionary who tried to persuade others to become Christians too! This book presents Paul’s story in 50 daily parts. You can read it all at once or study it one day at a time. Much of the content comes from the New Testament book of Acts in the Bible. The author weaves in historical facts and geographical details. The purpose of this book is to help you deepen your relationship ...

Fire in His Bones: The Testimony of John the Beloved by Michael Taylor He walked with Jesus. He leaned on His chest. He stayed at the cross. He saw the empty tomb. And he wrote the final revelation that would echo into eternity. Fire in His Bones tells the full, untold story of the Apostle John—disciple, author, witness, and flame-bearer of Christ. Bestselling author Michael Taylor draws from Scripture, ancient history, Greek and Hebrew word studies, and early Church tradition to create a powerful, narrative-driven journey from John’s early years in Galilee to his last days in Ephesus. ...

He set out to destroy the church. Then a single encounter on a dusty road changed everything. Born Saul of Tarsus, he was Rome's most feared persecutor of Christians — a trained Pharisee who stood watch at Stephen's execution and dragged believers from their homes. Then, outside Damascus, a blinding light and a voice brought him to his knees. The man who hunted the church became the one who carried its message to the edges of the Roman Empire. Life and Legacy of Apostle Paul follows this extraordinary transformation from beginning to end — through three missionary journeys, imprisonment...

He was the brother of Jesus, the leader of the Jerusalem church, and one of the most influential figures in the earliest Christian movement. Yet James the Just remains overshadowed by Peter, Paul, and John. James the Just for Beginners brings this remarkable leader into clear focus. From his early uncertainty about Jesus to his rise as the respected head of the Jerusalem church, James’s life reveals the struggles, convictions, and difficult decisions that shaped Christianity during its first generation. Discover how James stood at the crossroads of Judaism and Christianity, defending the ...

What if the Apostle Andrewchanged the world more than you ever imagined? History remembers Peter as the rock, John as the beloved, and Paul as the missionary to the Gentiles. But Andrew—the first called, the quiet brother, the faithful bridge-builder—carried the Gospel farther than any of them dared to dream. From the restless fishing villages of Galilee to the frozen steppes of Scythia, from the cosmopolitan streets of Antioch to his final martyrdom in Greece, Andrew’s journey reveals the untold story of how Christianity truly became a global faith. In this sweeping historical novel,...

This is the perfect audiobook if you would like your kids to learn about Jesus and all of the miracles that he did. They will learn stories such as Jesus walking on water and raising Lazarus from the dead, and most of all learn how he died for the world's sins.

Rich in historical events and colorfully written, this fascinating account of women in the church spans nearly two thousand years of church history. The very fact that listeners may find themselves surprised now and again by the prominent role of women in certain events and movements proves an...

This book is not a fictional story but a biographical history. The appropriate verses of the Four Gospels have been fit together into a seamless biographical narrative of Jesus’ last earthly week and words as originally told by the gospel writers. You will be able to follow the sequence of what Jesus did, endured, and taught in those closing days of his Passion. You will be able to walk with Jesus through what is now called Holy Week and observe on each successive day or evening where he went, what he did, what opposition he endured, what he taught, what he suffered, how he felt, and what...

Who were Jesus' twelve apostles? And how do their lives and deaths reveal practical lessons for us today? In The Chosen Twelve: Lives, Deaths, and Lessons from Jesus' Apostles, you will be transported through an in-depth study of the personalities and journeys of the apostles, discovering how these ordinary men became extraordinary figures of faith. How can their failures and triumphs teach us about courage, leadership, love, and redemption? This book offers not only a historical perspective but also practical reflections that can transform your own spiritual journey. Discover: What Peter, ...

Evangelist Billy Graham is a book to read and study for daily prayer and meditation. It includes iinspiring pictures and Bible verses that are clear and meaningful to student and teacher alike, regardless of age. This book can be a valuable resource in witnessing for Christ, and church programs of evangelism.

A wealthy council member. A secret disciple. A crucified teacher no one expected to rise again. When Jesus died on the cross, His public ministry seemed finished. Many followers had fled. Roman authority had spoken. Then Joseph of Arimathea stepped forward. He approached Pontius Pilate, asked for the body of Jesus, wrapped Him for burial, and placed Him in his own new tomb. It was a courageous act that transformed a little-known disciple into one of the most important figures in the final hours before Easter. But who was Joseph of Arimathea? Why had he followed Jesus secretly? What did he ...

Who was Joseph of Nazareth? Exploring the Life, Faith, and Legacy of Jesus’ Earthly Father Step into the untold story of one of history’s most enigmatic figures—Joseph of Nazareth. Often overshadowed by the miraculous events surrounding Jesus’ birth, Joseph’s role as earthly father, devoted husband, and unwavering servant of God is both profound and inspiring. In this compelling exploration, you’ll uncover the quiet strength, steadfast faith, and remarkable courage that shaped the formative years of Jesus Christ. What You’ll Discover Inside: Joseph’s Journey: From his ...