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Nimrod is arguably one of the most important people in the early parts of the Old Testament, but there is very little said about him in scripture overall. However, what is said changes the entire course of human history, mostly because of where he was from. Nimrod was the son of Cush, the grandson of Ham, and the great grandson of Noah.

This is the fourth book in the series, Witnesses to an Execution. It is about the judge who presided over the civil trial of Jesus Christ, a trial that resulted in His execution. The judge is Pontius Pilate, governor of Judea, Israel. He declared the defendant that appeared before him that Friday morning, innocent, at least three times, but despite those declarations, by three o’clock that same day, the defendant was dead on a Roman gallows. Did Jesus of Nazareth get due process, or the judicial system was rigged against Him? Was the judge on the take and dropped the ball of justice for ...

The establishment of nations, governments, and the shaping of our world system evolved around historical incidents of good and evil. Roots of the Kingdom is a captivating chronology about humans, heavenly hosts, and supernatural phenomena that unveils the spiritual network. Revealed is the chain of rebellious episodes that undermined the pinnacle of creation–Yahweh’s beloved humans. Unfortunately, modern Biblical teachings usually omit or gloss over these insights.

The Bible teaches us the real story of Christmas. The problem is people have taken this story and added onto it. Cultures have added on to it. It’s passed through countries, and they’ve tacked on their little spin. We have thousands of years of a Christmas that is built around legends and myths. The Christmas we know is, in places, more a fairy-tale. It’s an inspiring one for sure. But a fairy-tale, nonetheless. This book helps us slow down and unpack the layers so we can see just how beautiful this gift really is.

Joseph McCabe (1867-1955) was a Catholic priest and scholar who abandoned his faith in the 1890s and later became a very prominent secular activist. He published over 250 books and pamphlets, covering a wide range of genres, including history, politics, biography, and popular science.

Ricardo nos toma y traslada a la vida de los judíos en los tiempos bíblicos, explicando con sencillez y profundidad cada una de estas enseñanzas. Su caminar en las tierras bíblicas, amplio estudio de la cultura judía y de los escritos rabínicos le permiten manifestar con exactitud estas bellas enseñanzas. La cultura judía y hebrea fue importante para la comprensión de las enseñanzas de Jesús durante su ministerio en la tierra. Esta es la hermosa enseñanza en este bello libro describiendo cada una de las parábolas bajo el contexto cultural judío. Al utilizar parábolas, nos ...

Waiting for Our Souls to Catch Up invites listeners to begin a journey of the heart and mind in which a small effort of faith, guided by reason, can yield huge spiritual dividends. From the small rituals that enhance our daily lives to the study of the historical and scriptural legacy shared by the world's great religions, Waiting for Our Souls to Catch Up is an intelligent guide to the wisdom of the ages.

The Bible Study Source series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, God the Savior includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover this important Bible-based topic. These sessions will reflect the...

Does the Bible support slavery? In this audiobook, prominent Internet apologist James Patrick Holding tackles this question, analyzing Old and New Testament passages concerning slavery. He also has a look at how the Bible was used in America in the 1800s, both to support slavery and to argue against it.

Letters from Jesus: Studies from the Seven Churches of Revelation explores Christ’s warnings to the seven most prominent churches in Asia Minor in the book of Revelation. These letters date back to 95 AD, but they help us make a fascinating discovery about civilization: Life hasn’t changed that much over the last two millennia. Author Chris Palmer illustrates the truths contained in the Letters from Jesus using modern, everyday examples.

In Corona Crisis, professor Mark Hitchcock shares how the current coronavirus outbreak is related to the vivid, end-time biblical prophecies about plagues, pestilences, and pandemics. With all the fear and chaos that is spreading through our nation and the world, what does it mean? Is the...

This short book is designed to briefly introduce people to information from Church history and the teaching of the Bible that have been misunderstood, misinterpreted, and misrepresented to show that what most people have been told about the nature and duration of hell is not true. The true teaching of the Bible is that God will one day restore all of his creation to the perfection he initially intended.

Christmas is a wonderful Christian holiday that has been enjoyed by many for hundreds of years. Or is it a collection of repackaged pagan practices setup by the Roman Catholic church in order to replace paganism? I guess it would depend on who you ask, but ultimately it cannot be both. Today there seems to be a battle between two camps concerning the origins of Christmas. Memes, videos, and blogs are filled with opinions, but what is the truth behind the matter? What evidence is there to support the views that are being shared? In this book we will be looking at the Biblical account of the ...

Christendom's Crucible: Europe's Pagan Past explores one of the most profound transformations in Western history: the centuries-long shift of Europe from a rich mosaic of animistic, nature-centered pagan traditions to the unified Christian civilization known as Christendom.Before the cross dominated the landscape, Europe's spiritual world was alive with immanent divinity. Ancient forests, rivers, mountains, and springs were inhabited by spirits; ancestors watched over the living from hearths and burial mounds; and seasonal cycles were marked by rituals honoring gods of thunder, fertility, ...

You are about to embark on the most monumental journey of all archaeological discoveries in this 13-Week Small Group Study by The God Culture, a group of independent researchers. A 3,000-year gold rush documented so many ways it will make your head spin. The mother lode that would cause the likes of Indiana Jones to salivate. The true land of gold in all of history which leads to the location of the Garden of Eden and Land of Creation identifying the Rivers from Eden en route. Why is this important? You will never understand geography, history nor especially Bible prophecy without this ...

The book that Christians want and need For this urgent hour in history As ISIS dominates news headlines, attention is given to the terrorist group’s ideology… when the true motive of their mayhem is actually revealed in their theology! Major General Michael K. Nagata of the Special Operations forces in the Middle East explains that “we do not understand the movement… and until we do, we are not going to defeat it.” The key to defeating ISIS’ regime of terror is understanding its theology. This is why two leading Biblical scholars offer this go-to guide to understanding ISIS’ ...

"Blessed: The Life, Ministry, and Legacy of Adrian Rogers" is an in-depth exploration of the remarkable journey of one of the most blessed men of God, Adrian Rogers. This book delves into his early life and childhood, including his family background, early education, spiritual awakening, and his call to ministry. It then takes readers through his education and training, highlighting his college years, seminary studies, mentors, and influences, as well as his commitment to continuing education. The book also delves into Rogers' pastoral ministry, examining his first pastorate, the growth and...

God's faithfulness to Israel is an incredible affirmation of His unconditional goodness, and as we discover His heart for His chosen people, we better understand His heart for us. Israel's story begins with God's promise to make Abraham a great nation, and to this day, His hand continues to guide and protect the Jewish people. Israel Always is a sweeping journey through Israel's prolific history, its modern-day influence, and its promised future, highlighting the continuous throughline of God's provision for His people.

In “From the Garden to Goshen,” we will look at the people who made life-changing decisions that would change not only their lives but the lives of their families, tribes, nations, and eventually the whole world. God chose one man by the name of Abram to be the person who would lead his family, which would become his tribe, which would become a nation, which would provide the savior of the world. So the journey begins. Where does the journey begin? Where did the journey of the Israelites begin? Was it when Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt? Was it when God used Joseph to make a way ...

Le Livre de Jasher Commenté à la Lumière de la Bible invite le lecteur à redécouvrir l'un des écrits les plus énigmatiques et, en même temps, les plus significatifs mentionnés dans les Saintes Écritures : le Livre de Jasher (également appelé « Le Livre de Juste »). Connu surtout pour ses références directes dans le texte biblique, ce livre occupe une place singulière dans la tradition juive et la réflexion biblique, fonctionnant comme un témoin littéraire de la mémoire historique et théologique d'Israël. Le Livre des Jasher est explicitement cité dans l'Ancien ...