Bible Land

The first person ever to complete the perilous 10,000 mile journey across the inscrutable desert landscape of the Middle East, Bruce Feiler, a fifth generation Southern Jew, embarks upon a quest to reconnect with the stories of the Bible, and uncover fresh answers to profound questions.

One of the principal theological themes of the Hebrew Bible is the relationship between Israel and God. At the heart of this bond is the supernatural experience at Sinai. The Torah focuses on the uniqueness of God and His relationship with the people of Israel. The singularity of this relationship amidst surrounding polytheistic cultures is so much emphasized that Israel’s principal contribution to the world of religious ideology is often regarded as uncompromising covenantal monotheism. Israelite identity and in later centuries Jewish identity was also expressed in terms of ethnicity and...

Joshua and the Promised Land is an insightful analysis of the conditions required for God's people to cross the Jordan River, enter the Promised Land, and win their battles. The types and figures from the book of Joshua are key foreshadows of what is required for us to enter into the fullness of our God-given inheritance and blessing today.

The study of prophecy inspires elaborate timelines and speculation about which world leader might rise to power in the last days. But meanwhile, it’s far too easy to miss the significant prophetic signs contained in stories of biblical characters, in God’s creation, and in the lives and actions of today’s Israelis and Palestinians. This is your introduction to prophetic signs that God reveals in sometimes unexpected ways. He does not want us to miss the work he is doing to usher in the coming Kingdom.

True to Our Native Land is a pioneering commentary on the New Testament that sets biblical interpretation firmly in the context of African American experience and concern. In this second edition, the scholarship is cutting-edge, updated, and expanded to be in tune with African American culture, education, and churches.

For fans of Outlander, Ahab’s Wife and The Red Tent. The epic saga of kings, queens, angels, and maidens. Join the heroes of old, and be transported into a land of danger and romance. The complete two-book series! ANGEL HEART (Book 1) When eighteen-year-old Kenana is sold into marriage to the elderly Prince Jubal of Mesopotamia, she’s determined to make the best of the situation. However, she cannot help but wish for what might have been—especially when her strikingly handsome guardian angel, Malluch, returns to her life, serving as no small distraction. Malluch’s mere presence is ...

Where does God want me to walk? What path do I take? These 90 devotionals, each based on a specific biblical place, invite listeners to embark on their own spiritual journey. As the spectacular backdrop of biblical lands unfolds, listeners gain insights on how the lives of those in the Bible were shaped and influenced by the contours of the countries they lived in. Pertinent Scripture, historical quotes, and a prayer for each day further help the listener apply the truths of the devotion to their own journey of faith.

Where God Was Born observes that at the birth moment of the biblical religions, all of the faiths took from one another, exchanged ideas, recognized their commonalities, and were open to peaceful coexistence. Offering a rare vision of God that can unite different faiths into a shared allegiance of hope, this is a brave, challenging, and profound work that addresses the most important issues of our time.

Dive into the essential guide for the modern soybean grower with "The Minnesota Soybean Farmer's Bible," your comprehensive eBook that leaves no stone unturned in the pursuit of agricultural excellence. Whether you’re charting unexplored territory or you're a seasoned cultivator of the land, this treasure trove of knowledge caters to the endlessly diverse needs of farming in Minnesota's unique environment. An astonishing journey begins where the intricate relationship between Minnesota's climate and the growth cycles of soybeans is carefully unraveled. Discover how to select fields with ...

From Orthodox Jewish child in postwar America to mild-mannered mathematician in academia to legendary atheist activist in the heart of today's Republican South, Herb Silverman has always been outside the mainstream of American culture, politics, and religion. From this unique vantage point, he writes about the most pressing issues of our day, including those related to war, peace, patriotism, race, gender, and church-state separation.

Psalms 73-106: Want a fun and deeply interesting way to get a grip on the complexity of life? Do you like singing and solving puzzles? Then, sing the Psalms! Open your eyes to more than television action and superheroes. Battle action, jealousy, betrayal, and biological plagues are all in the Bible, and the Psalms record the secret thoughts of our superheroes as they meditate on what to do and ask God for help. The Psalms are an ancient approach to the education of Who God Is. Perhaps you've heard of God your whole life, but have never sought out the historic testimonies of His character ...

These messages were preached consecutively as part of the study in the book of Deuteronomy at Immanuel Baptist Church in Tucumcari, New Mexico. Pastor Runyan brings his conversational, "street-level" style to bear on the last of the books of Moses, Deuteronomy. The second generation after the exodus from Egypt had come to the banks of the Jordan River, able to look across into the Promised Land. They had recently accomplished two stunning victories against the imposing armies of pagan kings. Deuteronomy is the last address of Moses to the people. He won't be making the journey with them, ...

Imagine following Jesus along the road, listening in on his conversations and gleaning from the lessons He taught in the holy places He traveled. Join author Wayne Stiles as he walks in the steps of Jesus: through Bethlehem, Samaria, Jerusalem, Nazareth, Galilee and beyond. Experience the places where Jesus met a lonely woman in Samaria, a den of hypocrites in the Temple, a Jerusalem Pharisee still searching for truth, fishermen with a sea of false expectations and a hometown ashamed of Him.

Do you want to be an herbalist? Native American herbalists used herbs for more than just healing ailments; they incorporated herbs into their religious ceremonies, daily routines, and even garments. They had an intricate understanding of every aspect of plants, from how to tend them and harvest them properly to how they absorbed the sun's energy and utilized its nutrients in flower development. It's estimated that between 700-2,000 plants were used for medicinal purposes by the Native Americans. Those that didn't grow themselves used plants from other tribes as well. The knowledge of herbs ...

If you want to understand who Christ is, you have to begin by understanding what Jesus meant when he said in Luke 24:27, "And beginning with Moses and all the prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself" (NIV). In Finding Jesus in Exodus, biblical scholar Nicholas Perrin shows that the Bible's story of the Exodus from beginning to end is filled with prophetic foretellings of the person and work of Christ.

The purpose of this book is to establish from scripture—and scripture alone—the validity of modern day prophets and prophecy. There is a common myth in the church that prophets and prophecy have passed away. When did God change? Come on, let's examine the scripture and allow scripture to tell if real prophets walk the Earth today.