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Essential Guide To The Tabernacle
$9.99Add to cartThe tabernacle (“tent of meeting”) was the place where the Israelites worshiped God during their wilderness wanderings after the Exodus. Learn how everything about the tabernacle, from its construction to its contents, teaches us about God.
See how the tabernacle was built, the furniture inside and how it was used, and why it was important to the Israelites. Detailed illustrations show inside and outside of the tabernacle. See the parallels between Old Testament sacrifices and priests’ duties and Jesus’ role in the New Testament as our perfect sacrifice and high priest, and much more. Dozens of colorful charts and illustrations, along with helpful time lines and calendars, make this compact, easy-to-use book a perfect resource for anyone wanting to learn more about the tabernacle.
Rose Guide To The Book Of Acts
$17.99Add to cartWith pictures, charts, maps, time lines, and a clear and outlined format, this introduction to the Book of Acts helps you explore the key people, places, and stories of the first Christians and Early Church.
*Packed with helpful resources, Rose Guide to the Book of Acts includes:
*Overview of Acts: author, date, outline, summary, themes, history
*Life and missionary journeys of the apostle Paul
*A to Z guide of who’s who in the book of Acts
*Maps for Paul’s journeys, Philip’s travels, the world of the first Christians, and more
*Timeline of the early church: AD 1-100
*The Holy Spirit in the life of the Early Church
*And more!There are hundreds of key people, events, and places within the Book of Acts, so how can you cover all of them in their first century contexts? The Rose Guide to the Book of Acts provides visual aids, charts, maps, and timelines to help you not only understand but see key concepts at a glance! See how the stories in the book of Acts speak to our modern-day church, missionary work, and the spiritual lives of Christians today.
Genuine Jesus : Fresh Evidence From History And Archaeology
$24.99Add to cartIn this richly illustrated volume, Paul Maier visits the origins of Christianity, taking the reader back to the first Christmas, the first Easter, and the first Christians. His impressive research and brilliant insights correlate history, archaeology, and the New Testament to bring alive the true drama of earliest Christianity.
This skillful narrative sheds a brilliant new light on the life of Jesus and the adventures of the courageous men and women who carried His message throughout a hostile empire. A host of magnificent color and black-and-white photographs recreate the world, the mood, the people, and the events with an immediacy that sweeps readers into the exciting first years of Christianity.
Galilee Revisited : With Mary Magdalene And 20 Other Immortals In Search Of
$14.95Add to cartGalilee Revisited is a handy, portable book that guides the pilgrim or tourist in Israel along a 20-mile route along the northwestern shore of the Sea of Galilee–with the help of Mary Magdalene! This stretch of road is a small part of the historical Via Maris traveled by millions of pilgrims throughout the centuries and covers the area often called the “Evangelical Triangle,” which includes the sites of ancient Magdala, Tabgha, Capernaum, Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Kursi, with views of the Mount of the Beatitudes.
Aside from Mary Magdalene, the tour guides in Galilee Revisited are a group of famous pilgrims from the past, including Saint Jerome, Ernest Renan, Robert Graves, Bishop Arculf, Mark Twain, and even Rasputin. From them, we learn what this road was like a hundred, five hundred, and even a thousand years ago, as well as their personal, often troubled, and hugely varied opinions about this sacred route and the teachings of Jesus.
Galilee Revisited is an entertaining, accessible volume that is a useful supplement for anyone traveling in Israel or who is interested in the Holy Land. Originally published in Israel in 2000, the Hendrickson Publishing Group is pleased to be able to make this delightful book more readily available in North America.
Deluxe Then And Now Bible Maps
$24.99Add to cartThis is the paperback version of the best-selling Deluxe Then and Now Bible Maps! This book lets you see where Bible places are today. Full-color Bible maps are alongside locations of modern-day cities and countries.
Connect the Middle East of the news with the Holy Land in Scripture. Includes maps for favorite Bible stories, like Abraham’s journey to the promised land, the exodus out of Egypt, the story of Ruth, David’s rise from shepherd to king, and Paul’s missionary journeys.
32 maps, including:
*Journeys of Abraham, Jacob, Joseph
*The Exodus
*The 12 Tribes of Israel
*Kingdoms of Saul, David, Solomon
*Holy Land in the Time of Jesus
*Journeys of Paul, Peter, Philip
*Early ChristianityCharts, timelines, and illustrations, including:
*Old and New Testament Timelines
*Tabernacle and Temple
*Exodus Timeline
*Ark of the Covenant
*Where Jesus Walked
*The 12 Disciples
*City of Jerusalem
*Jesus’ Journey to the Cross
*Seven Churches of RevelationAn excellent way to make your Sunday school, homeschool, and Bible studies more interesting. This book uses larger, easier-to-read type than most Bible atlases.
Red Haired Archaeologist Digs Israel
$15.99Add to cartTravel Israel-past and present-to learn about its people and its God with Harvard-trained biblical archaeologist, whimsical storyteller, and sunscreen advocate Amanda Hope Haley.
Despite what’s seen in the Indiana Jones movies, archaeology isn’t a fast-paced quest to recover legendary objects lost to time. Scholar and writer Amanda Hope Haley’s digs in Israel have been dusty, rigorous, and objective hunts for clues that reveal the world as it existed when the Bible was written.
In The Red-Haired Archaeologist Digs Israel, Amanda travels the lands of the Bible-a trowel in one hand and a camera in the other. Discover with her how Christians can…
*use archaeological finds to better understand Israel’s history
*shed a Western mindset and read the Bible in its original context
*comprehend today’s religious conflicts in the Holy LandFor anyone curious about Israel of the past and the present, The Red-Haired Archaeologist Digs Israel investigates the historical and modern contexts we need to understand both the Bible and God’s people, and features photos from Amanda’s archaeological digs. This two-week trip through the country, which begins as a search for the meanings of ancient Scripture, just might end with a clearer perception of our current neighbors and how Jesus would have us love them today.
Christians Guide To Evidence For The Bible
$21.99Add to cartWith each passing year, archaeologists and historical scholars uncover more evidence that the people, places, and events presented in the Bible are verifiable historical facts. This engaging, full-color resource presents 101 undisputed examples of those people, places, and events to help ground your reading of the Scriptures in the historic record. The proofs include:
– Scripture references
– full-color photos – a brief discussion of the evidence
– a list of other places in the Bible the person, place, or event is mentioned
– and a list of sources to consult for further information and verificationThis fascinating volume is not only a strong apologetic for the historicity of the Bible but is also the perfect resource for the layperson who wants to enhance their personal Bible study and for those teaching Sunday school or leading a group study.
Deluxe Then And Now Bible Maps
$34.99Add to cartConnect the “Middle East” of the news with the Holy Land in Scripture! Clear plastic overlays show modern cities and countries on top of Bible maps relevant to the patriarchs, Jesus, Paul, and the early church. Expanded edition includes 30 new pages of charts, illustrations, diagrams, and more. Approx. 72 reproducible pages, 9.5″ x 11.25″ spiralbound hardcover from Rose Publishing.
Holy Land Handbook
$14.99Add to cartVisit the Holy Land, wherever you might be!
The Holy Land Handbook is a beautifully illustrated guide to the history, culture, geography, and key sites of the Bible. This “readable reference” transports you to the land where Abraham, David, and Jesus lived, explaining the what, when, where, and why of their stories–and many, many more.
The Holy Land Handbook provides details on the history, setting, and importance of more than 130 key locales, including:
*The Dead Sea
*Bethlehem
*The Jordan River
*Capernaum
*The Jezreel Valley
*And many moreThe Holy Land Handbook also covers the all-important city of Jerusalem with individual entries on spots such as:
*The Western Wall
*The Pool of Bethesda
*The Upper Room
*Gordon’s Calvary
*Church of the Holy SepulchreFully illustrated in color, with helpful maps and intriguing sidebars, The Holy Land Handbook is great prep for those visiting the Middle East–and an equally great read for “armchair travelers” who want to better understand the Bible story.
Experiencing Israel : Walking With Jesus In The Holy Land
$29.99Add to cartFollow in the Footsteps of Your Savior
If you’ve ever wanted to walk the streets Jesus trod, hike the hills He travelled, pass through the doorways He entered, you can now discover the Holy Land like never before.
Journey with bestselling author Dr. Tony Evans from wherever you are and explore the Holy Land in Experiencing Israel. This guided tour of key locations in the Bible reveals the historical and spiritual significance of each place.
As you see Israel up close through the pages of this book, you will…
*gain a deeper understanding of the events of the Bible through the geography and history, and people of the land
*gather insights that enrich your understanding of God’s Word and build on the spiritual *foundations of your faith
*feel as if you were there through the stunning, full-color photography throughout
*find practical applications that bring the world of the Bible into your life todayWhether for the first time, or all over again, take your faith journey deeper with Experiencing Israel.
Introduction To Education In Bible Times
$17.99Add to cartA Burkhart Books Title
A thought-provoking study of education in Bible times and its pivotal role in the spiritual formation of God’s people.An Introduction to Education in Bible Times takes the reader on a fascinating journey through biblical history. Using a meticulous analysis of biblical texts, Chris Reeves demonstrates the central role of education for the Jewish people, as he traces the theme of teaching and learning from the creation of man through the creation of Israel, to the teaching ministry of Jesus and the apostolic church.Historically, education was not isolated to a classroom; it was holistic and transformational and lived out in real-life experiences. Understanding the Jewish background of religious education both before and during Jesus’s time helps us to more clearly understand the relational concept of teaching and learning, the centrality of God’s Word, and of “making disciples.”An Introduction to Education in Bible Times challenges the reader to follow God’s purpose and intent for education as seen in Scripture. This book can serve as an effective resource for students, educators, counselors, and pastors who desire to examine the multifaceted topic of education in the biblical era in a way that is relevant to modern times.
Jesus His Life A Companion Guide
$14.99Add to cartJesus: His Life tells the fascinating story of Jesus through the unique perspective of biblical characters who knew Him or impacted His ministry. Each hour-long episode is told from a single character’s point of view, sharing eight distinct experiences with Jesus, as well as fascinating new insights into the Gospels and the historical era in which Jesus lived. The eight featured characters are:
*Joseph
*John the Baptist
*Mary, the mother of Jesus
*The High Priest Caiaphas
*Judas
*Pontius Pilate
*Mary Magdalene
*PeterThis History Channel series weaves together premium dramatic recreation with factual interviews from historians, biblical and religious scholars, and faith leaders from multiple denominations. The episodes capture each character’s unique personal connection to Jesus by hearing voice-over narration in their voice that shares their part in His story. Based on rigorous historical research and the latest biblical scholarship, the series has been developed in close consultation with a panel of historians, biblical scholars and faith leaders to ensure accuracy and balance.
Readers will engage more deeply with the story of Jesus with this companion study guide. They will discover the faith, power, rejection, and surrender that marked His ministry and relationships, and see Jesus in a whole new way.
Holy Land New Testament Then And Now Relief Map
$14.99Add to cartExplore the rivers, hills, and valleys of the Holy Land, and revolutionize your understanding of the New Testament landscape. This “then and now” map allows you to see where biblical locations were, with present-day locations, cities, and boundaries overlaid in red. Printed on heavy chart paper and laminated for durability and use with dry-erase markers. Measures 19.5″ x 26″.
Introducing Jesus : A Short Guide To The Gospels History And Message
$16.99Add to cartTo Christians worldwide, the man Jesus of Nazareth is the centerpiece of history, the object of faith, hope, and worship. Even those who do not follow him admit the vast influence of his life. For anyone interested in knowing more about Jesus, study of the four biblical Gospels is essential.
An abridged edition of the bestselling textbook Four Portraits, One Jesus by Mark Strauss, this simple, easy-to-understand guide introduces the four biblical Gospels and their subject, the life and person of Jesus.
Like different artists rendering the same subject using different styles and points of view, the Gospels paint four distinctive portraits of the same remarkable Jesus. With clarity and insight, Mark Strauss addresses questions that surround the study of Jesus and the Gospels. What are the Gospels – are they history, theology, biography? Where did they come from? What do we know about their context? What does each Gospel uniquely teach us about Jesus? Finally, he pulls it all together illuminating what the Gospels together teach about Jesus’ ministry, message, death, and resurrection, and how do we know we can trust their witness.
Including questions at the end of each chapter for group discussion or personal reflection, Introducing Jesus makes the words, history, and context of the Gospels come alive for readers.
Bible Time Lines And Overview Bible Insert
$16.99Add to cartEasily see over 400 Bible events and people across over 3,000 years of Bible history at a glance with Rose’s Bible Timeline Insert. This ultra-thin insert can fit in the back of most Bibles, making it easy to pull out and reference as you read through the Bible.
Most Bibles don’t include maps and timelines (and when they do they are often in the back making them hard to quickly reference.) Imagine having easy-to-follow timelines, clear overviews and simple summaries on over 400 key events and the 66 books of the Bible… all tucked away in a slimline insert at the back of your Bible! From Abraham’s journeys to Jesus’ Ministry, find out fascinating facts and quick explanations on the history, background, and people of the Bible. Compare the rise and fall of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah, the Temple and Tabernacle, the life of Jesus, and more with major events in world history with Rose’s Bible Timeline Insert.
World Of Jesus
$13.00Add to cartPopular Author Provides the Market’s Most Accessible Introduction to the World of Jesus’ Time
To understand Jesus’ life and ministry, we need to understand the history and culture of his world. Marty, author of the popular The Whole Bible Story, provides readers with a thoroughly readable, easy-to-understand history of Israel leading up to the time of Christ. Each chapter ties closely to the events of the New Testament as Marty carefully answers such questions as
*Who were the Pharisees and why was Jesus upset with them?
*Why didn’t anyone like the Samaritans?
*When and why did the Jews start worshiping in “synagogues” rather than the Temple?The book will include call-out boxes, summaries, and other tools to make this the most accessible book available on the topic.
13 Apostles : The Men Who Journeyed With Jesus
$15.99Add to cartIn this engaging book, Kalas reveals a portrait of each apostle as a servant in ministry, a human being, and a unique individual. He draws from Scripture as well as historical writings and traditions. A chapter is also devoted to Mathias, the successor to Judas Iscariot.
Each chapter features a key passage of Scripture. At the end of the book is a 16-page discussion guide.
Restoring The Jewishness Of The Gospel
$13.99Add to cartA book that introduces Christians to the Jewish roots of their faith, challenges some conventional ideas, and raises some neglected questions: how are both the Jews and the Church God`s people? Does the Law of Moses remain in force today? Filled with insight!
Then And Now Bible Maps Insert
$16.99Add to cartRose Bible Map Insert–An ultra-thin Bible atlas that fits in the back of your Bible.
This incredible full color Bible atlas has clear plastic overlays of modern-day cities and countries. Now you can have “Then and Now” Bible maps inside your Bible. Includes 44 pages; 8 plastic overlays; all maps in full color; larger print than other Bible map inserts; every major city in the Bible; a Bible time line; index; separate maps for each of Paul’s Journeys.
To The Jew First
$19.99Add to cartNotable scholars contribute to this comprehensive look at the biblical mandate that Christians take the gospel “to the Jew first.”
Based upon the biblical mandate to take the gospel “to the Jew first,” there has been a renewed effort among Christians to bring the gospel of Jesus to the Jewish community. This comprehensive resource looks at the historical, theological, and biblical context for doing so, and provides encouragement for Christians and Messianic Jews engaged in evangelism. To the Jew First includes contributions by Richard A. Averbeck, Craig A. Blaising, Walter C. Kaiser, Richard L. Pratt Jr., and ten other evangelical scholars.
Giant 10 Foot Bible Time Line
$14.99Add to cartThis full-color Bible time line is perfect for a hallway or office. It starts with Creation and goes all the way through the lives of Jesus and the disciples, including the Apostle Paul. See every key person and event in the Bible. Time line comes packaged in a 8.5″ X 11″ size and is put together in four panels end to end to form a 10-foot long time line. It is simple and easy to understand. Perfect for children, youth, and adults.
New Manners And Customs Of Bible Times
$34.99Add to cartA classic resource on biblical cultures—now even better! This updated edition features a reader-friendly format with colorful photography and artwork; detailed maps, diagrams, and charts; Bible review sections at the end of each chapter; Scripture and topic indexes; and even helpful tips for visits to the Holy Land. 400 pages, hardcover from Moody.
Bible Time Line Wall Chart Laminated
$14.99Add to cartBible Time Line shows hundreds of facts in biblical history. Includes dates of kings, prophets, battles, and key events. Compare Bible history, world history, and Middle East history side-by-side.
Did you know that …
* Buddha, Confucius, and the prophet Daniel all lived at the same time?
* While the Sheng Dynasty was flourishing in China, Moses was leading the people out of Egypt during the Exodus?
* The first recorded Olympic games in Greece were held at the time of Jonah?
* The Greek historian Homer lived during the time of Isaiah, Amos, and Micah?
* Mt. Vesuvius erupted and buried Pompeii during the apostle John’s lifetime?
Colorful photos and illustrations. 10 pt. type makes it easy to read. Reproducible worksheets and handouts on the back.
Then And Now Bible Maps
$19.99Add to cartTrying to connect the “Middle East” of the six o’clock news with the Holy Land of the Bible? Here’s a resource that fills in the blanks! Transparent maps of modern-day Mediterranean and Middle Eastern countries lie flat over Bible maps showing the lands and cities where the patriarchs, Jesus, and the apostle Paul traveled. Tremendously helpful!
Exodus Wall Map Laminated
$14.99Add to cartExodus Wall Map
Travel with Moses and the children of Israel from Egypt to the promised land of Canaan as found in the Bible from Exodus 12 through Joshua 7. Follow the colored lines step by step:
* The first Passover * Crossing the Red Sea * Pursued by Pharaoh
* The bitter waters made sweet at Marah * The wells of Elim
* Receiving the manna and the quail * Water from the rock
* Aaron and Hur hold up Moses’ arms * Mt. Sinai and the Ten Commandments
* The Golden Calf * The Tabernacle * and much more.
Full color illustrations by renowned artist and illustrator Hugh Claycombe. Chart available laminated or unlaminated. . Reproducible worksheets on the back include teaching tips, a glossary of terms, and a mini map.
Topical index: Aaron, Abiram, Amalekites, Ammon, Apis, Arad, bitter water, blood, boils, bones, bones of Joseph, bronze snake, bull god, Canaan, children of Israel, Dead Sea, Egypt, Golden Calf, Jericho, Jordan river, Joseph, Joshua, Moses, Mount Sinai, Nile River, Passover, Pharaoh, Plagues, promised land, Red Sea, Sinai, Ten Commandments, ten Plagues, the Dead Sea, the Exodus, the Great Sea, the Red Sea, Wilderness of Paran
Josephus The Complete Works
$34.99Add to cartThis comprehensive collection from the legendary Jewish historian takes you right into the action, setting up the historical relevance of first-century events, leaving behind substantial evidence for the authenticity of the biblical record.
Most importantly, you’ll meet the historical Jesus and view Christ’s life in a light you’ve never seen before.When you own Josephus: The Complete Works, you possess some of the very best history has to offer.
Heroes Of The Faith
$16.99Add to cartWithin the pages of this book you will find a generation by generation account of the lives of great and godly men and women who have changed the world for Christ, from the time our great Master walked the earth to the present day, these heroes of our faith were appointed by God and granted supernatural courage and strength to stand up against tyranny and unbelief, and carry the torch of divine truth in splendor and victory. Includes more than 100 illustrations, sketches and prints spanning over 2000 years.
Foxes Book Of Martyrs
$18.99Add to cartIn 1563, John Foxe began a memorial of martyrs starting with Stephen, the first to die for the cause of Christ, and ending with the most recent martyrs of his day; those killed during Bloody Mary’s reign. He knew that dangers lay in forgetting the martyrs–in being insensitive to their struggles. Martyrdom is not a thing of the past; every day the Christian church is persecuted in countries all over the world. More Christians were afflicted in the twentieth century then all the past centuries combined. If the Church is not reminded of the cost to follow Christ, she will die. Be vulnerable to the cries of the martyrs. Let their courage, their faith, their love–touch your life. This updated version includes reports on modern martyrs of the 20th and 21st century, a full color timeline of selected events and people for historical reference, and has been carefully edited into Modern American English for today’s reader.
Kings And Prophets Wall Chart Laminated
$14.99Add to cartBible study leaders, teachers, and history buffs will love this time line, Kings and Prophets. From King Saul and King David to prophets Samuel, Elijah, Isaiah and Jeremiah, this handy chart will make biblical chronology easier to understand.
Church In The New Testament
$24.99Add to cartThis comprehensive reference work is a must for every serious student of the New Testament church. Encyclopedic in scope yet succinct in presentation, this survey provides greater understanding of the church, both universally and locally. Topics include the church in the Old Testament; the progressive revelation of the church throughout the Gospels; Acts and the Epistles; and more
Feasts Of Israel
$18.99Add to cartThe author believes that God, who inspired the Scriptures by the Holy Spirit, has placed within them certain major keys. When properly used, these keys become interpretive tools that unlock the doors of the inexhaustible riches of God’s Word.
Lost Books Of The Bible And The Forgotten Books Of Eden
$25.00Add to cartSuppressed by the early Church fathers who compiled the Bible, these Apocrypal Books have for centuries been shrouded in silence. Now, for the first time in paperbound book, the reader can discover the hidden beauties of the Lost Books. To be found in this volume are the Apostles’ Creed, the Psalms and Odes of Solomon, and other Apocrypal writings that have become part of our religious heritage. The story of Joseph and Potiphar’s wife, of Adam and Eve, of the girlhood and betrothal of Mary, of the childhood of Jesus, are here in all warmth, intimacy, and humanity of their first telling. –