Benjamin Merkle
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40 Questions About The Apostle Paul
$24.99What can we know about the apostle Paul, and what difference does it make?
Paul of Tarsus was an undeniably forceful presence in the early Christian church, instructing fledgling congregations of believers throughout the Mediterranean in person and by letter and authoring about half of the New Testament in the process. But who was this powerful personality? And how can students most benefit from the extensive studies on Paul available today?
New Testament scholars Miguel Echevarria and Benjamin Laird provide an invaluable foundation for students beginning their investigations into the apostle Paul, Paul’s theology, and Pauline studies, addressing orienting questions such as these: * What do we know about Paul’s family? * How did Paul’s companions assist in the composition and distribution of his letters? * Did Paul think his letters were authoritative Scripture? * Is there a center to Paul’s theology? * What is Paul’s Christology? * What are the strengths and weaknesses of the New Perspective on Paul? * Does Paul address slavery and racial division?
Through its question-and-answer format, 40 Questions about the Apostle Paul provides a succinct introduction and entryway to more advanced study of Paul and the Pauline letter corpus. Additional resources are available at 40questions.net.
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40 Questions About Arminianism
$27.99The actual life and teaching of Jacobus Arminius are often unknown or misunderstood across many Protestant traditions. Answers beyond a basic caricature can be elusive. What are the essential historical backgrounds of Arminianism, and what theological teachings connect to the Arminian point of view? Mixing solid historical research with biblical and doctrinal precision, Baptist scholar J. Matthew Pinson clarifies the foundations of this influential tradition.
40 Questions About Arminianism addresses the following questions and more:
*Who was Jacobus Arminius?
*How has the church interpreted God’s desire that everyone be saved?
*How is Arminianism different from Calvinism?
*Can one be both Reformed and Arminian?
*What is “universal enabling grace”?
*What do Arminians mean by “free will”?
*Do Arminians believe that God predestines individuals to salvation?
*Is it possible for a Christian to apostatize?An accessible question-and-answer format helps readers pursue the issues that interest them most and encourages a broad understanding of historic and contemporary Arminianism, with additional resources available at 40questions.net.
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40 Questions About Typology And Allegory
$23.99A survey of two literary devices that are indispensable for understanding salvation historyA biblical type is a person, place, or thing in salvation history that corresponds to a later person, place, or thing in the scriptural text. An allegory is a passage that says one thing in order to say something else. Both are common literary devices in the Bible that are vital for understanding truths about Jesus Christ found nowhere else.
In 40 Questions About Typology and Allegory, Mitchell Chase provides a thorough introduction to both devices, showing where they appear throughout Scripture and the historical roles they have played in biblical interpretation. In a convenient question-and-answer format, Chase answers key questions such as:
* Why should interpreters care about typology and allegory?
* How do we identify types?
* What are the theological assumptions of typology?
* Do all types lead to Christ?
* What is allegorical interpretation?
* How was allegory practiced in the early church?
* How should we practice allegorical interpretation?Situating typology and allegory within salvation history, Chase shows how these devices reveal the interconnectedness of Scripture and commonly overlooked aspects of Christ’s person and work. Scholars, Bible teachers, and preachers will find this an essential resource for interpreting Scripture more comprehensively.
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Going Deeper With New Testament Greek (Revised)
$49.99From their decades of combined teaching experience, Andreas J. Kostenberger, Benjamin L. Merkle, and Robert L. Plummer have produced an ideal resource enabling students to improve their skills so they may properly read, exegete, and apply the Greek New Testament. Designed for those with a basic knowledge of Greek, Going Deeper with New Testament Greek is a user-friendly textbook for intermediate Greek courses at the college or seminary level.
In fifteen chapters, students learn Greek grammar and how to interpret the New Testament in a way that is accessible?and even fun. Also included are chapters on the Greek language and textual criticism, verbal aspect, sentence diagramming and discourse analysis, word studies, and continuing with Greek.
Unique features include:
*Practical examples illustrating how knowing the content of a given chapter can guide proper interpretation of Scripture.
*Practice sentences and vocabulary lists, including all the words that occur fifteen times or more in the New Testament.
*Selected texts from every New Testament author for students to translate along with detailed reading notes to guide interpretation of each text.
*Summary charts to help students review material, serving as a handy study guide and quick reference tool.Add to cart1 in stock
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40 Questions About The Great Commission
$24.99Jesus’ Great Commission is one of the key pillars of the church’s evangelistic work and has been the guiding principle for missionaries throughout church history. In 40 Questions about the Great Commission, scholars Daniel Akin, Benjamin Merkle, and George Robinson unpack the meaning, history, theology, and practical applications of Jesus’ command to go and make disciples. Ideal for personal or group study, this volume will reignite your passion for evangelism while answering key questions like:
*Where do we stand in relation to fulfilling the Great Commission?
*How do baptism and teaching relate to the Great Commission?
*What is the meaning of “I am with you always, to the end of the age”?
*How does the Old Testament relate to the Great Commission?
*What is the special contribution of each Gospel’s version of the Great Commission?
*What is the responsibility of the local church to the Great Commission?
*What are some mobilization resources that can help churches and individuals to become Great Commission focused?Other highlights include an overview of some of the great evangelists and missionaries in church history, and a collection of notable quotations on the Great Commission, ideal for teaching and preaching.
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40 Questions About Creation And Evolution
$25.99Biblically and scientifically informed answers to pressing questions about the creation-evolution debate
This accessible volume evenly addresses the issues of modern science and the scriptural texts. The conservative evangelical authors are well-informed on contemporary scientific views of the universe and also carefully exegete the biblical texts that pertain to creation. They irenically consider the various angles of the debate and make constructive suggestions to reconcile science and the Bible.
Those who are curious about the origins of life and the universe will want to read this book. Seminary students and serious college students will find this information critical, as an understanding of creation is vital to an effective apologetic in sharing the faith.
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40 Questions About The End Times
$22.99Even-handed, biblical, and broadly accessible answers to the most frequently asked questions about the return of Christ This newest contribution to the 40 Questions series continues the tradition of excellent research presented in accessible language and clear writing. Designed for both students and general readers, this resource helps them make sense of one of the Bible’s most difficult topics.
Schnabel, a professor at a leading seminary and the author of several major works, looks at the future of the world, the church, and Israel; the return of Jesus; and the millennium and the final judgment. He answers questions related to the rapture, the 144,000, the identity of the two witnesses, Armageddon, how to interpret Revelation, heaven and hell, and so forth. The result is an even-handed treatment that avoids sensationalism and a “newspaper headline” approach to prophecy, that is, interpreting prophecy according to current events. Rather, Schnabel carefully studies the biblical text in light of its first-century context and draws biblically-based conclusions.
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40 Questions About Christians And Biblical Law
$19.99This book is an instant classic that deserves a wide readership from the forward by A. Andrew Das, distinguished chair, Professor of Religious Studies, Elmhurst College. This volume by Dr. Thomas R. Schreiner on the interplay between Christianity and biblical law is an excellent addition to the 40 Questions & Answers series. Schreiner not only coherently answers the tough questions that flow from a discussion about the Old Testament Levitical Law, but also writes clearly and engagingly for the student. The pastor, student, and layperson can easily understand Schreiner’s biblical theology of the Law. The reader will enjoy the clarity and encouragement of 40 Questions About Christians and Biblical Law. The simple Q&A format allows readers to skip to questions of interest.
Questions include:
What does the word law mean in the Scriptures?
Was the Mosaic covenant legalistic?
Does the OT teach that salvation is by works?
What does the expression ‘works of law mean’ in Paul’s writings?
Is perfect obedience to the law mandatory for salvation?
Does Paul teach that the OT law is now abolished?
What does Paul mean by righteousness of God?
Does the Pauline teaching on justification contradict Jesus’ message?
Do James and Paul contradict one another on justification by works?
How should we understand the role of the law in Luke-Acts?
What is theonomy, or Christian reconstructionism, and how should it be evaluated?
What role does the law have in preaching?Add to cart2 in stock
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40 Questions About Elders And Deacons
$19.99Arranged in a Q & A format, this volume tackles the major questions that pastors, church leaders, and students ask about congregational church government, a topic of much interest in the church today. It provides readers with a clear analysis of key biblical passages, succinct answers (4-8 pages each), and discussion questions. The unique format of the book allows the reader to pick and choose what issues are most pertinent to their interests and needs.
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