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	Bridgeway Bible Commentary (PDF 5038.9Kb) 600 p (249 x 176 mm; Hb) ISBN 0 947342 72 9 In its previous format as a series of eight Bridge Bible Handbooks, this commentary built up an international reputation for its appeal to a wide range of people - ordinary readers, Bible students, pastors, teachers and other Christian workers. It strikes the middle ground between the overly scholastic detailed commentaries and the often light-weight devotional notes. The Bridgeway Bible Commentary deals with each biblical book in such a way that readers readily see the meaning of the Bible in its own context and its relevance in today's world. The book is neither a word-by-word technical reference work nor a mere collection of overviews. It provides a free-flowing commentary on the entire text of each biblical book, along with background material, maps, diagrams, drawings, tables and feature articles. Zip file (MS Word 2629.5Kb)
	Bridgeway Bible Dictionary (PDF 4124.9Kb) 480 p (249 x 176 mm; Hb) ISBN 0 947342 66 4 Here is an accurate, readable and helpful A to Z of almost 1000 entries that cover all the major areas of biblical knowledge: Theological issues and Christian doctrines Life and ministry of Jesus Christ Salvation and Christian life Church and mission Christian ethics Cultures, customs and religions Books of the Bible Historical studies of nations and peoples Environmental features of Bible lands Characters of the Bible Maps, charts, line drawings and tables Zip file (MS Word 2791.8Kb)
	Basic Christianity Series (each is available separately - see below) Each 20 p (198 x 130 mm; Pb) ISBN 0 947342 10 9 (set of 5) One reason why people are indifferent to Christianity is that they have never had it explained to them in plain language. These books do just that - as well as help new Christians become established in their faith. The books are widely used in outreach, radio follow-up and discipleship classes. The Christian's Faith (PDF 137.5Kb) There is a God; the world has rebelled; Christ brings salvation; repent and believe. The Christian's Bible (PDF 195.6Kb) What the Bible is; how it was written; what it contains; how we can understand it. The Christian's God (PDF 170Kb) All-powerful yet responsive; a triune God; took human form in Jesus; lives in his people. The Christian's Life (PDF 155.5Kb) Assurance and temptation; the place of prayer; ways of serving God; growth to maturity. The Christian's World (PDF 149.1Kb) Life in the family; life in the church; life in society; Christianity and the wider world. Zip file (complete set MS Word 130.2Kb)
	Let the Bible Speak for Itself (PDF 454.1Kb) 144 p (198 x 130 mm; Pb) ISBN 0 947342 16 8 This book is for all who want to know and teach the Bible better. It suggests they will enjoy the Bible more when, instead of forcing it to meet their demands, they let it do whatever it wants to do. They must let the Bible speak for itself. How then, can readers of the Bible avoid forcing artificial lessons from it yet still submit to what it says? How can preachers teach a book of the Bible, without engaging in detailed studies, or alternatively flying over the top in a survey that fails to deal with the text? In answering these questions, the author encourages Christians to understand and teach the Bible in the form God gave it. The book gives guidelines and examples on how to explain the text without boring people with technical discussion, and how to minister to people's needs while remaining true to the text's meaning. Zip file (MS Word 109.6Kb)
	Making Sense (PDF 535.3Kb) 176 p (198 x 130 mm; Pb) ISBN 0 947342 18 4 In a world where everything seems to be constantly changing, Christians sometimes feel uneasy. They hold beliefs that go back thousands of years, but they wonder how to apply those beliefs in today's world. This book takes a lively look at a range of issues where Christian faith helps people make sense of life. Whether the topic is family, politics, television, church, technology, mission, discipleship, community affairs or social values, this book will have something to say on the matter - and on other things as well. Over the years the author has contributed articles to journals and periodicals around the world, and this book is a collection of fifty of those articles. In focusing on matters of topical interest, the collection supplements, but does not duplicate, material that appears in the author's biblical reference works. Zip file (MS Word 125.4Kb)
	Each of these 5 Pictorial books have 35 full-page colour plates, accompanied by 35 one-page articles that are both informative and inspirational. The articles are an explanatory comment on the biblical text, written with a practical up-to-date relevance that makes the books suitable for a range of uses, from easy-to-read reference materials to attractive gift books. Bible Lands, Then and Now (PDF 867.2Kb) 80p (198x130mm, Pb) ISBN 0 947342 24 9 Abraham's homeland is present-day Iraq; the Palestine of Jesus' ministry is today a land of turmoil. This book gives a brief but instructive view of Bible lands - from Mesopotamia to Palestine, from North Africa to Syria, from Asia Minor to Italy - then and now. Zip file (MS Word 734.4Kb) Following Jesus (PDF 767.8Kb) 80p (198x130mm, Pb) ISBN 0 947342 30 3 Readers get a fresh view of Jesus as they follow him around first century Palestine. As they see who is and what he did, they see also that his words are still active - for he is still calling people to follow him. Zip file (MS Word 750.8Kb) Going Places with Paul (PDF 813.3Kb) 80p (198x130mm, Pb) ISBN 0 947342 42 7 The apostle Paul's adventurous travels brought about the rapid expansion of Christianity This book takes readers through a world of new challenges, new horizons and new writings, and in the process stimulates the life of faith. Zip file (MS Word 739.4Kb) Parables and Pictures (PDF 610Kb) 80p (198x130mm, Pb) ISBN 0 947342 48 6 Jesus used parables to challenge his hearers and provoke a response. He wanted them to think and, more importantly, to act. Parables and Pictures take a fresh look at Jesus' teachings and highlights the challenges they bring in the modern world. Zip file (MS Word 705.2Kb) Proverbs Today (PDF 586.3Kb) 80p (198x130mm, Pb) ISBN 0 947342 36 2 This book takes sayings from the biblical book of Proverbs - more than 160 of them - and sets about explaining what they might have meant in their original setting and what they might mean for people today. Zip file (MS Word 604Kb)