Lectures on the Psalms

Lectures on the Psalms
Author: Didymus
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Total Pages: 507
Release: 2024-03-05
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1514006057

Over the course of his career, early Christian theologian Didymus the Blind wrote numerous theological treatises and exegetical works. This ACT volume presents Didymus's lectures on portions of the Psalms as they were originally presented to his students, allowing us to learn at Didymus's feet and find comfort in the Word of God.

Preaching the Psalms

Preaching the Psalms
Author: Steven J. Lawson
Publisher: EP BOOKS
Total Pages: 383
Release: 2012-06-04
Genre: Bible
ISBN: 9781783970179

How many preachers know how to preach the Psalms? It must be admitted that noticeable differences exist between the Psalms and the narrative sections of the Scripture. Further, obvious distinctives exist between the Psalms and the four Gospel accounts, as well as between the New Testament epistles. These literary variations pose real challenges to every expositor. As a result, the Psalms, tragically, remain a neglected book in many pulpits. That is to say, the book of Psalms is often read, but rarely exposited. Therefore, this book is an attempt to help provide a helpful key to unlock the inexhaustible riches of this vast storehouse of truths that Spurgeon once called "the treasury of David." Steven Lawson's ministry is widely appreciated and his preaching and books are a blessing to the church in a time of great need. The focus of Dr Lawson's ministry is the verse-by-verse exposition of God's Word. His writing includes passionate pleas for more expository preaching and he has shown how John Calvin stands as a great example of such a preacher. Dr Lawson has also written a two-volume commentary on the Psalms and in this latest book he shows preachers how to develop Christ-centered expository messages from the great hymn book of the people of God. Pastors, elders, lay preachers -- all who love preaching and love the Psalms will find this book invaluable.

Reading the Psalms with Luther

Reading the Psalms with Luther
Author: Martin Luther
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780758613752

From their origination, the psalms have been the prayer book of the people of God. And since Christ's ascension to the right hand of God, the Christian faithful have found in their words promise, comfort, guidance, challenge, confession, absolution, and, of course, Christ. Martin Luther especially focused on the numerous ways the psalmists referred to Christ and the salvation He brings'our mighty Fortress, our Shepherd, our Light.Reading the Psalms with Luther helps a new generation of Christians use the Psalter in a devotional manner. Each psalm opens with a brief introduction from Luther, revealing his understanding of the Christ-centered message of the psalm and its model for Christian prayer. Each psalm is pointed so it may be pray through chanting, just as it has been for centuries. Following the psalm text is a short prayer.Includes the ESV translation of the Psalms; a suggested schedule for reading the Psalter.

The Book of Proverbs, Chapters 1-15

The Book of Proverbs, Chapters 1-15
Author: Bruce K. Waltke
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Total Pages: 748
Release: 2004-10-14
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780802825452

Over twenty-five years in the making, this much-anticipated commentary promises to be the standard study of Proverbs for years to come. Written by eminent Old Testament scholar Bruce Waltke, this two-volume commentary is unquestionably the most comprehensive work on Proverbs available. Grounded in the new literary criticism that has so strengthened biblical interpretation of late, Waltke's commentary on Proverbs demonstrates the profound, ongoing relevance of this Old Testament book for Christian faith and life. A thorough introduction addresses such issues as text and versions, structure, authorship, and theology. The detailed commentary itself explains and elucidates Proverbs as "theological literature." Waltke's highly readable style -- evident even in his original translation of the Hebrew text -- makes his scholarly work accessible to teachers, pastors, Bible students, and general readers alike.