Bible English Literature

This Christian wisdom literature contains more than 400 thoughtful quotes of wisdom across over 30 topics (spanning from education and friendship to humility and happiness) from King Solomon's Old Testament Biblical book of Proverbs that can be great for anyone interested in living wisely.

Conventional wisdom has it that the origins of the horror genre are found in the nineteenth century, in works like Frankenstein, Dracula, and The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. In this paradigm-shaking new book, Bible scholar and cultural historian Brandon Grafius argues that the Bible is, among other things, the world's first work of horror literature. The tropes and themes that we find in slasher movies, body horror, folk horror, and zombie apocalypses were kickstarted by the Bible. Before Godzilla, there were the monsters arising from the sea in the book of Daniel.

What would the earliest stories of the Bible be like without an angry God smiting humans with floods, fire, frogs, and brimstone? They might become the story of a mother surviving a snake bite and a dangerous pregnancy. Architects and dreamers building towers and boats to save themselves from the harsh desert. A doctor who obsessively cleans. Young gay lovers seeking refuge in the sanctuary cities of Sodom and Gomorrah.

Some tell of little-known Bible characters, while others concentrate on an incident in the life of one of the more famous Bible characters. Share the experiences of people who met the prophets Jeremiah and Ezekiel; consider how God’s curse dogged the rebuilding of Jericho; see Jesus as his family saw him; marvel at the faith of a woman who was sure that just touching Jesus’ clothes would heal her. Have you ever wondered how Hosea came to marry a prostitute? Hosea’s Story might offer you an answer, and get you thinking more about the patience of God.

The Children's Bible provides, in simple English, a translation of selections from both the Old and the New Testament. These selections have been made as a result of more than 25 years of observation and study. The text is that of the Bible itself, but in the language of a child, so that it may easily be read to younger children and read by those who are older. The immortal stories and songs of the Old and New Testaments are a child's richest inheritance from the past.

Easter celebrates Jesus rising from the dead with the promise of new hope and a new life.

Because Noah walked with God, God found favor with Noah and his family. God commanded Noah to build an ark. Noah faithfully labored to build the ark for God. After completing the ark, God told Noah to gather two of every animal.

There are many things that we can learn from the birth and life of Moses, who would become a leader of his people.

Join Paul on an incredible adventure filled with danger, courage, and unwavering faith! In this exciting Bible storybook, you'll travel with Paul as he faces powerful rulers and even a mighty king. From a secret nighttime journey to a terrifying storm at sea, follow Paul as he bravely shares his amazing story of how he met Jesus.

Have you ever had a really, really bad day? The Apostle Paul is about to have one of his worst! Join Paul on a thrilling, heart-pounding adventure in the bustling city of Jerusalem. He arrives hoping to share a message of love and joy, but instead, he finds himself face-to-face with an angry, shouting mob! Just when it seems like he's been rescued by Roman soldiers, a new and even greater danger lurks in the shadows. A secret group of forty men has made a terrible, solemn promise—they will not eat or drink until they have captured Paul! They've planned a sneaky ambush, and time is running out.

Get ready for the biggest, most wonderful party ever! A kind and generous master has prepared a magnificent feast, with delicious food, joyful music, and tables that sparkle and shine. He sends out his fancy golden invitations to all his friends, but something strange happens... they're all too busy! What will the master do with a giant, amazing party but no guests? Join the adventure as his servant rushes through the city streets and out to the country roads, inviting everyone he meets—the poor, the forgotten, and the lonely—to come to the great banquet.

An accessible introduction to Christian philosophical theology Philosophical or analytic theology seeks to employ philosophical tools while studying topics in Christian theology and examining the logical consistency or intelligibility of some of the key doctrines of the Christian faith. In this...

Includes Z-Burbia 4: Cannibal Road, Z-Burbia 5: The Bleeding Heartland, and Z-Burbia 6: Rocky Mountain Die.

Will 50-foot battle mechs be enough against hundreds of thousands of techno-zombies ready to wipe everything living off the scorched map that is the wasteland? Alliances are formed and broken, mech pilots are made and murdered, secrets are revealed and agendas destroyed, and thousands of bodies fall and rise again.

What can we learn from Joshua? Against all odds, Joshua showed great courage. Joshua prospered because he trusted God with every part of his life.

Around 750 BC, Jonah was commanded by God to go to the city of Nineveh to warn them about their future. God said to Jonah, "Go to the great city of Nineveh and...."

King Darius (duh-RYE-us) ruled over Babylon. He appointed Daniel and other people to help him govern as advisors. The other advisors were jealous of Daniel so they planned a way to get rid of him. These men knew that Daniel worshipped the God of Israel. They told King Darius to make a new law in which people could only worship and pray to King Darius. If anyone worshipped or prayed to other gods, they would be thrown into a den of hungry lions. What will happen to Daniel?

When the zombie apocalypse hits the quiet Asheville, NC, subdivision of Whispering Pines, the residents don't turn to the police or the military. Nope. They rely on their iron-fisted Home Owners Association! Which Jace Stanford and his family aren’t too keen on. Undead hordes are hard enough to deal with in a post-apocalyptic hellscape, who needs HOA fines too?

When Hannah goes to bed on Christmas Eve, the last thing she expects is to wake up in a dusty shed with her brother and a chicken. With no time to search for their parents, Joseph and Mary take the children with them on the road from Nazareth to Bethlehem.

Go on an adventure beyond the well-known Bible stories and journey into the very heart and mind of Jesus! In The Mind of Christ, you won't just learn about what Jesus did—you'll discover why He did it. Through twenty beautifully crafted chapters, children will explore the thoughts behind the miracles. They will learn the secret to Jesus' strength in the desert, see the joyful gratitude of a healed man, and understand the deep compassion that led Him to feed a crowd of thousands with one small lunch.