Showing titles in Biblical Biography

This book speaks on the wisdom of Solomon, and how it can be applied to our daily lives. It speaks of Solomon's flaws and strengths, and how he prospered. The book details his family background, and how he rose to the throne. It shows his connection to Jehovah, God or Yahweh, and how he used the wisdom he gained from God to help him during his reign as king.

They weren’t just warriors—they were worshipers, covenant brothers, and weapons in God’s hands. Behind King David’s rise to power stood a brotherhood of fearless men—misfits and outcasts forged into legends. Weapons of the Faithful brings their stories to life, revealing how ordinary men became extraordinary through faith, loyalty, and the courage to fight for something bigger than themselves. Step into the battlefield with Josheb-Basshebeth, Eleazar, and Shammah—each man wielding not just swords and spears, but fierce devotion and radical obedience. These weren’t just ...

The powerful testimonies of 11 widows of the Bible are brought to narrative life in lyrical, visceral prose that brings listeners deep inside the women's grief, strength, and faith. Full of both haunting and hope, Not Alone connects Biblical widows' voices in a chorus of commiseration that reminds us what it means to love - and what it means to live with God.

¿Sabía que ni la manzana del Paraíso ni la ballena de Jonás aparecen en la Biblia? ¿Cómo se explica que Matusalén muriera a los 969 años? ¿Por qué aparece en el relato del Paraíso una serpiente como encarnación del Diablo y no cualquier otro animal? ¿Se transformó la mujer de Lot realmente en una estatua de sal? Moisés, ¿era hebreo o egipcio? El faraón del éxodo, ¿fue un hombre o una mujer? ¿Habló la burra de Balaán? ¿Qué ocurrió en el llamado milagro del sol?

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, ...

Dreams. Opportunity. Favor. Power. Blessings. Purpose. Jealousy. Conflict. Betrayal. Temptation. Prison. Difficulty. All of this and much more is found in the story of Joseph. His is a representative life in so many ways—an example for us all. Follow the adventures of Joseph and you will see both the positive and negative experiences of life. Most importantly, you will discover the one secret to the blessing of God at every stage in life: “The Lord was with Joseph.” Through his blessings and burdens, we learn how to live consciously in the presence of God.

Filmmaker and medical doctor Lena Einhorn uses all her scientific skills to elucidate the true story about the historical Jesus, changing, perhaps irrevocably, the study of New Testament history and the way we see the relationship between Jesus and the apostle Paul.

Ein Mann ringt mit Gott – und mit sich selbst. In Ein Handel mit Gott erzählt Matthias Joos von einer persönlichen, spirituellen Reise, die nicht auf Wegen dogmatischer Gewissheit geht, sondern sich zwischen Zweifel, Stille und Gewahrsein entfaltet. Inspiriert vom biblischen Bild Jakobs, der mit Gott ringt und verletzt zurückbleibt, öffnet sich ein poetischer Raum für Fragen, Zweifel, Staunen und stille Gewissheit. Dieses Buch ist kein theologisches Traktat, sondern eine existenzielle Spurensuche.

What if the real story of Jesus—Yeshua of Nazareth—has been buried beneath centuries of political agendas, doctrinal battles, and institutional control? In this groundbreaking historical chronicle, Yeshua of Nazareth by Bradford M. Smith offers a compelling, meticulously researched journey through the life of the man known as Jesus—stripped of church dogma, theological filters, and modern interpretations.

In Elijah, Hamilton Smith traces the major events of the life of Elijah, the Prophet of God, with all the highs and lows in his work as a prophet. Elijah knew only too well the inadequacies of his own humanity - he was a man who was "subject to like passions as we are". But Elijah knew the living God, was conscious of His presence, and was aware that prayer brought him into contact with the greatest power in the universe.

Looking for a commentary and researched reference on the Book of Enoch? The Book of Enoch has had many translations that have been very academic in nature; often daunting and inaccessible to the modern reader. "Book of Enoch: The Ways of God, Angels and Men" has no pretensions to highbrow academic scholarship but seeks to be properly researched, helpful, and prove itself reliable to readers. Angels and Demons have occupied a special place the human imagination. They personify the continued struggle between two opposing forces: light and darkness, Heaven and Hell, good and evil. Roman ...

If I could make it to the bridge, the pain would stop. I just had to make it to the bridge, and the hopelessness would end. It became a refrain, running over and over in my head as I raced down the highway. Make it to the bridge, and the pain will end. It's hopeless. Just wanna die. Make it to the bridge.

Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Batseba und Maria: fünf außergewöhnliche Frauen, die allesamt in der Ahnentafel Jesu im Evangelium des Matthäus erwähnt werden. Fünf bewegende Lebensgeschichten, die von Francine Rivers packend nacherzählt werden. Diese Porträts lassen eintauchen in die Welt der Bibel. Sie machen deutlich, dass viele Fragen und Probleme überraschend aktuell sind. Und dass es sich trotz Schwierigkeiten und Rückschlägen lohnt, an Gott festzuhalten. Dieses Hörbuch enthält fünf Romane.

Conversations With My Dog shows a side of America's number one motivator that few may have suspected. He's nuts about his dog - and the feeling is obviously mutual. Their discussions about health, happiness, faith, and the nature of dogs and how to improve relationships - including the one Dirty Dog has with "Dad" - make this not only an enjoyable read, but one that will leave you with much to consider.

Every woman knows it's easy to lose sight of the heavenly power of God at work in our lives during times of hardship, exhaustion, stress, and change. But no matter the situation - whether it's our health, marriage, finances, family, or vocation - God has equipped all women with the power and influence to live freely and confidently. With warmth and a welcoming style, speaker and award-winning writer LaTan Roland Murphy illuminates 11 courageous women in the Bible and shows how each was uniquely positioned for success because of her courageous choices.

In this compelling portrait of Paul the man, his message, and his world, Robin Griffith-Jones reveals the apostle as a brilliantly entrepreneurial witness to the transforming presence of Jesus himself. This groundbreaking book unlocks Paul′s letters, revealing their purpose and power as never before.

This handbook is from our series, For Israelites by Israelites. In our books, we cover the basic precepts needed to understand major topics in the Bible. Discover why the world was flooded in the time of Noah. Our handbooks include our never publicly discussed “Virgin Mary” theory. It is different from anything ever heard from any Israelite or Christian teaching. We will also discuss the truth about tithing, the Flat Earth doctrine, and who the Gentiles are in the world. We will go into more detail about Moses’ journey and the story of Ruth. We will dive deeply into the topic of the ...

Neste guia conciso, o pastor Mark Dever trata do fazer discípulos ? ajudar as pessoas a seguir a Jesus ? de forma profunda, respondendo às perguntas: Quem, o que, onde, quando, por que e como discipular? Seguindo o padrão encontrado nas Escrituras, este livro explica como os relacionamentos dedicados a fazer discípulos devem se conduzir no contexto da igreja local, ensinando-nos a cultivar uma cultura de discipulado como parte normal da vida diária.

God sees you in every situation in life. In the Bible, we read that Hagar gave God the name El Roi, “the God who sees,” when she recognized that the Lord had seen her in her plight. In our lives, we often wonder if God sees us when trials feel endless, or problems resurface, or once-defeated...

Ralph de la Vega, President and CEO of AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets, shares the lessons learned in business and in life along the journey from Cuba to Corporate America. Ralph de la Vega arrived in the United States from Cuba in 1962. He was alone. He was scared. He was 10. Separated from...