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"Strong's Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible"
Description: This super value edition of a classic study resource helps those with limited or no background in Hebrew or Greek to study the meaning of biblical words in the original languages.

"Nave's Topical Bible"
Description: Nave's Topical Bible is the classic topical Bible that features 100,000 Bible passages organized under more than 20,000 topics. A favorite for over eighty years, Nave's Topical Bible is an indispensable tool for serious study of the Scriptures. Includes Fan-Tab Thumb-Index Reference System. The time-tested choice for finding what the Bible says on over 20,000 topics. Nave's Topical Bible features 100,000 Scripture passages arranged under more than 20,000 headings by topic or idea, not merely by word. Arranged alphabetically and with complete system of cross references, you can find the information you need on any subject - an A to Z of ideas, concepts and information that helps you get the most out of your Bible Study. Every possible shade of meaning has been considered to make this exhaustive resource an indispensable tool for serious study of the Scriptures.

"Vine's Expository Dictionary of Old and New Testament Words"
Description: This edition of a legendary classic puts generations of biblical research at your fingertips. It gives you all the classic features of the full-size concordance in a smaller, more convenient form.

"Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Whole Bible"
Description: Matthew Henry had the rare ability to express profound spiritual insights with simplicity and eloquence. Over the years his writings have been read for both their scholarship and devotion, and none more than the classic Commentary of the Whole Bible.

Nelson's Super Value Series, 7 Volumes
Descripti on: Wow! Seven classic Bible references for less than $100? Yes! Whether you're a pastor, student, or layperson, your library isn't complete without this affordable collection. Dig deeper into Scripture as you learn about the secular and religious traditions of biblical times, theological fine points of Scripture, meanings and locations of Old and New Testament words, and more. Hardcovers.

Halley's Bible Handbook
Description: This is one of the all-time best-selling Bible handbooks! Since its 1927 publication, Halley's has offered millions of readers a wealth of Bible information in a simple and easy-to-understand format. It includes a concise Bible commentary, important archaeological discoveries, historical background information, church history, maps, and much more. 864 pages, hardcover from Zondervan.

New Unger's Bible Dictionary
Description: An indispensable tool for any Bible student! You'll find more photos (including hundreds in color), more maps, improved illustrations, and comprehensive revisions of the popular original Unger's Bible Dictionary. The text is compatible with most major translations, and it's clearly written and easy to understand. 1416 pages, hardcover from Moody.

Wycliffe Bible Dictionary
Description: Comprehensive enough to satisfy the avid student, and inexpensive enough to meet the needs of the layperson! This Bible dictionary gives you extensive information on every proper name and place in Scripture, as well as doctrinal, historical, and theological topics. Includes articles by more than 200 leading evangelical scholars, photos, maps, charts, and more! 1871 pages, hardcover from Hendrickson.

NASB Exhaustive Concordance
Description: An essential resource for those who prefer the literal translation of the updated NASB. This study tool features more than 400,000 entries that list every NASB word alphabetically, with each book, chapter, and verse where the word appears. It also includes Hebrew-Aramaic and Greek dictionaries, and an enhanced Strong's numbering system. Cross-referenced with the BDB Hebrew Lexicon. 1600 pages, hardcover.

New American Standard Study Bible
Description: Today's most literal Bible translation has been updated and combined with world-class study notes to become a premier study Bible. This edition is the most exhaustive, up to-date study Bible available in the NASB. It is a completeresource library at your fingertips.Features Include:-The most comprehensive, up to date NASB study Bible available, combining the best in biblical scholarship with today's most literal English translation.-Over 20,000 in text notes adapted from the best-sellingNIV Study Bible.-Book introductions and outlines; author information,dates; interpretation helps; themes; and archaeologicalhistorical, and literary information.-Center column cross reference system.-80 in text maps and charts.-Concordance.-Subject and study note indexes.-23 pages of full color maps and timelines.-8 page presentation section.-23 pages of full color maps and timelines.-Double column format.-8.9 point type.

How We Got the Bible (revised and expanded edition)
By Neil R. Lightfoot
Description: How We Got the Bible provides well-researched, accessible answers to many questions like these. Learn about the first materials used to write down the words of Scripture. Uncover the facts of some of history's most fascinating archaeological discoveries, including those of the Sinaitic Manuscript, the Oxyrhynchus Papyri, and the Dead Sea Scrolls. Travel through history, from Jerome to Tyndale and beyond, as Neil R. Lightfoot discusses the origin, transmission, and translation of the Bible.Illustrations and review questions at the end of each chapter make this book ideal for either individual or group study. Concise and engaging, How We Got the Bible is a useful resource for anyone who wants to know the story behind the most widely read book of all time.Neil R. Lightfoot (Ph.D., Duke University) serves as Frank Pack Distinguished Professor of New Testament at Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas. He is the author of several books, including Everyone's Guide to Hebrews.

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Questions and Answers

Written by the late Guy N. Woods after his fifteen or so years of conducting the Annual Freed-Hardeman College Lectureship Open Forum.

The Acts of the Apostles: from Jerusalem to Rome
By Wayne Jackson
Christianity has been the most powerful religious force in the history of Western civilization. Whence its origin? It exploded into existence in Jerusalem twenty centuries ago, and swept across the landscape of antique society like a storm in full fury. By the time of Stephen's death, Jerusalem could boast of 20,000 Christians. As the first century drew to a close, there were more than 100,000 people professing to follow Christ in Rome alone.
The book of Acts is the exciting record of the establishment and growth of the church of Christ -- from Jerusalem to Rome. It was written under the guidance of the Holy Spirit by Luke, one of the most brilliant historians ever to put pen to parchment. For many years, the book of Acts was a favorite target of biblical critics; time and again, though, it has been vindicated by the discoveries of archaeology.
Wayne Jackson has produced a commentary on the book of Acts that is scholarly; yet, is very readable. This volume will be an enrichment to Bible students for generations.

The Bible Translation Controversy (Expanded Edition)
By Wayne Jackson
Which translation of the Bible is the "right" translation? Some view with suspicion most anyone who uses any Bible translation other than the King James Version. Others, with an equal lack of discernment, exhibit little interest in a textuallyy accurate edition of God's Holy Book.
To what extent this little volume has helped bring some measure of understanding to this controversy we cannot know for certain. We can only say that a great number of highly respected, competent Bible students have pronounced this modest effort one of the more rational, even-handed discussions to make its presence felt in almost a score of years. For those accolades we have been extremely grateful.
We now commit this latest edition to the brotherhood of Christ in the hope that abiding good will be the result.