Bible Study

The Eerdmans Dictionary of the Bible gathers nearly 5,000 alphabetically ordered articles that thoroughly yet clearly explain all the books, persons, places, and significant terms found in the Bible. The Dictionary also explores the background of each biblical book and related writings and discusses cultural, natural, geographical, and literary phenomena--matters that Bible students at all levels may encounter in reading or discussion.

To do this, the reader will step into the seminary classroom and observe the practical principles-the tricks of the trade-for becoming a more effective student of the Bible. But Yarbrough has made sure that his writing style and general approach will be appealing to both academic students and those involved in lay-level Bible study.

Real life is whacky and in-your-face. Studying Scripture should be too.

Although many Lutherans may know the doctrines of the Church, they may not always have the full scriptural foundation to share the 'why.' The Lutheran Difference helps show readers, from the Bible, why Lutherans differ.

This edition includes material from the original book and material from the 500th Anniversary Reformation edition.

Special features:

- A preface essay on how American churches are changing or staying the same in the 21st century, based on research from the Alban Institute, the Barna Group, and on-site visits to congregations of the eight major denominational families.

- Additional content on the mission of God, the fall and original sin, homosexuality and biblical teaching, Luther's theology of the cross, church