Some Christian leaders believe we should cast off the Old Testament now that we have the New. Carmen Joy Imes disagrees and takes listeners back to Sinai, the ancient mountain where Israel met their God, and explains the meaning of events there. (Note: Carmen Joy Imes is a favorite author.)

Recover the theologically rich message of the creation narratives starting in the book of Genesis as they illuminate what it means to be human. Being God's Image explores the implications of this kinship relationship with God and what it means. (Note: Carmen Imes is a favorite!)

Does the church still matter in our modern world? After waves of disillusionment, #churchtoo movements, and political divides, it's easy to question the value of investing in the church. Biblical scholar Carmen Joy Imes offers an answer in Becoming God's Family. (Note: This author is a favorite!)

In Who God Is, world-renowned New Testament scholar Ben Witherington III explores the nature and character of the God of the Bible by focusing specifically on the nouns used to describe who God is. (Note: I used this as the basis for an in-depth group Bible Study.)

In Exodus Old and New, L. Michael Morales examines the key elements of three major redemption movements in Scripture: the exodus out of Egypt, the second exodus foretold by the prophets, and the new exodus accomplished by Jesus Christ.

The question of ascending God's mountain to his house was likely recited by pilgrims approaching the temple on Mount Zion during the annual festivals. The advent of Christ would open up a new and living way into the house of God.

Unveiling Mercy is the greatest devotional book that answers the Greeks statement to Philip in John 12:21 when they said, "Sir, we wish to see Jesus." (John 12:21) Bird offers 365 straight days of seeing Jesus on every page! Unveiling Mercy delivers God's greatest eternal gift, Jesus Christ.

imping With God: Jacob and the Old Testament Guide to Messy Discipleship posits that we can also look to Jacob. Jacob seems to be anything but a model disciple, though we can learn a lot from his journey.

The Christ Key will reintroduce readers to these old books as ever-fresh, ever-new testimonies of Jesus. By the end, you will see even Leviticus as a book of grace and mercy, and you will hear in the Psalms the resounding voice of Christ.

With every earthquake and war, understanding the nature of evil and our response to it becomes more urgent. Evil is no longer the concern just of ministers and theologians but also of politicians and the media.

In this introductory volume, author N. T. Wright explains in clear and vivid style the background of the Last Supper, the ways in which Christians have interpreted this event over the centuries, and what it all means for us today.

Wright locates the Lord's Prayer, clause by clause, within the historical life and work of Jesus and allows the prayer's devotional application to grow out of its historical context. The result is a fresh understanding of Christian spirituality and the life of prayer.

In this definitive biography, bestselling author N. T. Wright offers a radical look at the apostle Paul, illuminating the humanity and remarkable achievements of this intellectual who invented Christian theology—transforming a faith and changing the world.

Today’s leading Bible scholar, Anglican bishop, and acclaimed author N. T. Wright returns with a collection of pastoral excerpts, carefully curated from his widely celebrated books, that will inspire those wanting to cultivate a life “on earth as it is in heaven.”

"We have reduced the kingdom of God to private piety; the victory of the cross to comfort for the conscience; Easter itself to a happy, escapist ending after a sad, dark tale. Piety, conscience, and ultimate happiness are important, but not nearly as important as Jesus himself..."

One exciting area of study is Paul's use of the Old Testament. The apostle routinely appeals to Scripture to support his arguments and to persuade his readers. There is something enigmatic about Paul's use of the Old Testament at the same time--something elusive and even puzzling.

The Bible was written for us, but not to us. We must bridge the gap between Scripture's ancient context and our own. Reading end-times texts in their ancient context helps us understand our present and future. And, when we do, we find that God's Word brings peace, not fear and confusion.

This unique book is an in-depth investigation of the history of the doctrine of Christ's descent and how Revelation 1:18 alludes to that significant doctrine. This book is a valuable contribution to the study of afterlife and underworld imagery in the New Testament theology.