Bible Study Resources
We recommend the following Bible study resources to help you study the Bible more effectively. Do you have any Bible study books in your library that you think would help people? Use our COMMENTS page to let others know.
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A Beginner's Guide to Studying the Bible
By R. E. Aaseng / Augsburg Fortress
Do you need help in studying a book or a smaller section of Scripture? The author provides help in using "tools" for Bible study such as commentaries, concordances, and atlases; he shows how to get the whole picture about a particular Bible passage; he describes basic methods of Bible study; he gives guidance on making application to life.
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Amplified Topical Reference Bible
By Zondervan
The Amplified Topical Reference Bibleis a great new addition to the Amplified family. Combining an expansive, 700-plus entry topical index with the Amplified translation, readers now have a powerful study resource and a helpful, general-use Bible. From Aaron to Zophar, the Amplified Topical Reference Bible helps readers gain both practical and theological insights into important biblical topics.
Features:- Uses a unique system of punctuations, italics, references, and synonyms to unlock subtle shades of meaning as found in the original Bible languages
- 181-page, 700-plus entry topical index
- Footnotes provide concise historical, archaeological, and devotional insights, plus hundreds of references to select sources and authors
- Book introductions tell you about the book's author, background, purpose, and theme
- Bibliography gives you a handy list of the sources cited in the text
- Glossary helps you find the most frequent amplifications in the text
- Presentation page
- Two-column format
- 9 point text
- Black letter text
- Concordance
- 5 3/4" x 8 3/4" x 1 5/8"
- Hardcover
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Amplified, KJV, NASB, & NIV Comparative Study Bible, Hardcover
By Zondervan
Four of the most widely read translations are now positioned side by side for quick comparison! This Bible is a valuable resource for gaining new insights into scriptural truths and the relevancy of God's Word. KJV, NIV, Amplified, and the updated NASB are paralleled inside. Passages and verses from the four translations aligned for ease of study. It is an excellent resource for students, or even anyone who is interested in learning more about God's word. Features Include - Each two page spread contains a complete Scripture portion from all four versions
- Clear, easy-to-read print
- Double column format
- 8-point type.
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Believer's Bible Commentary
By William MacDonald / Thomas Nelson
Written to give "the average Christian reader a basic knowledge of what the Holy Bible is all about," the Believer's Bible Commentary is a one-volume commentary on the entire Bible based on the New King James Version (NKJV). Author William MacDonald has compiled an insightful and applicable commentary, with introductions, notes, and bibliographies for each book of the Bible. This commentary is both a verse-by-verse exposition (in the New Testament, Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes) and a paragraph-by-paragraph exposition (all other Old Testament books). Passages in the Old Testament which point toward Christ are given special attention.
Overview of the Believer's Bible Commentary: - Theologically conservative (Evangelical)
- Based on the New King James Version (NKJV)
- A combination of verse-by-verse and paragraph-by-paragraphy exposition
- Numerous charts, maps, and illustrations
- Non-technical (no knowledge of Hebrew, Greek or Aramaic necessary)
- Geared toward the average Christian, but helpful to pastors and students as well
- Thorough and comprehensive, yet accessible
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Discipleship Journal's Best Bible Study Methods
By NAV Press
Think Bible studies are simply instructive and challenging? Think again! Discipleship Journal's Best Bible Study Methods compiles 32 different methods of studying Scripture that are creative, intriguing, and just plain fun! From word studies to role-playing to personal reflection, you'll discover new ways to unearth spiritual gems and bring fresh insights to light without compromising the Bible's integrity or meaning—all with a special emphasis on personal application.
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Eat This Book: A Conversation in the Art of Spiritual Reading
By Eugene H. Peterson / Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.
A provocative challenge to read the Scriptures on their own terms---as God's revelation---and to live them as we read. Countering the trend toward subjective personal interpretation, Peterson suggests an alternative approach, offering fascinating insights on the nature of language, the ancient practice of lectio divina, and the role of translations, including The Message.
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Halley's Bible Handbook, Large Print
By Zondervan
This is one of the all-time best-selling Bible handbooks! Since its 1927 publication, Halley's has offered millions of readers a wealth of Bible information in a simple and easy-to-understand format. It includes a concise Bible commentary, important archaeological discoveries, notes on each book of the Bible and obscure passages, historical background information, church history, maps, and much more. 864 pages, hardcover from Zondervan.
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What The Bible Teaches
By R. A. Torrey / Whitaker House Publishers
Who is God? Omnipresent. Omnipotent. Eternal. Just. It's easy to recite a list of God's attributes, but what does the Bible mean by them? This book will help you to grasp both what God is like, and how He has revealed Himself in Scripture. It also gives thorough discussion of: the sovereign, imminent return of Jesus; the work of the Holy Spirit, the fallen nature of man, and God's offering of new life, the purpose and presence of angels; Satan's existence and nature, the character of Jesus. This book is ideal for a personal, intimate Bible study. Fortify your heart with truth as you study the essential doctrines of your faith!
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The New Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
By James Strong / Thomas Nelson
The Strong's Concordance is a complete list of every word in the King James Version Bible. Each word is followed by a complete list of references where the word can be found. This exhaustive Strong's is enhanced with easy to read type, full Bible book names, definitions and pronunciations for proper names, the words of Christ shaded in gray, a complete topical index, and concise Hebrew & Aramaic and Greek dictionaries. The entries are subdivided and defined when words have more than one meaning. This commentary is based on the King James Version of the Bible and is a great reference tool to have on your shelf! Special Features include charts of: - The Laws of the Bible
- The Teachings and Illustrations of Christ
- The Jewish Calendar
- List of the Jewish Feasts
- Monies and Weights
- Measures of Length, Dry and Liquid Measures
- Harmony of the Gospels
- Prophecies of the Messiah Fulfilled in Jesus Christ
- The Parables and Miracles of Jesus Christ
- Prayers of the Bible
- Old Testament Chronology
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Moody Atlas of Bible Lands
By Barry Beitzel / Moody Publishers
This unique award-winning atlas blends geographical and historical features with an evangelical text. It's packed with specially commissioned color maps and photos, adding clarity and detail to each Bible event. 234 pages, hardcover.
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NKJV Open Bible Hardcover
By Thomas Nelson
Over the years, the Open Bible has been loved, used, and worn out by countless students of God's Word. Here you'll find an excellent combination of essential helps to guide you as you learn God's truth. This edition features the New King James Version, in a hardcover binding.
Includes the following features: - Presentation page
- Large, easy-to-read 8 point type
- Double-column format
- End-of-verse references
- Words of Christ in Red
- Subject headings
- Translation/textual notes
- 300-page Biblical Cyclopedic Index
- Christian Guide to the New Life (with notes chained throughout the Bible)
- Visual Survey of the Bible
- Concordance
- Book introductions and outlines
- Full-color maps
- Harmony of the Gospels
- Timelines
- Prophecies of the Messiah Fulfilled in Christ
- The Parables of Jesus Christ
- The Miracles of Jesus Christ
- Teachings and Illustrations of Christ
- God's Answers to Man's Concerns
- Prayers of the Bible
- Laws of the Bible
- Archaeological Supplement
- 6.25" x 9.5" x 1.25"
- Hardcover
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NLT Study Bible, Hardcover
By Tyndale House
Introducing the NLT Study Bible. The product of over forty Bible scholars and seven years' work, it is the most comprehensive study Bible ever created. The notes focus on bringing out the full meaning of the text, allowing the reader to understand the Bible more deeply than ever.
Feature details: - 25,900 study notes (over 820,000 words)
- Maps, charts, & illustrations
- Ten section introductions provide an overview of the literature and history of each section of the Bible, showing how the books are related to each other and to the rest of Scripture
- Theme articles and person profiles (406 total) highlight recurring ideas and describe the lives of those who inhabit the pages of scripture
- 100 Greek and 100 Hebrew word studies
- 100 quotations from modern and ancient writers
- Words of Christ in red
- 9-point text
- Recommended further reading at the end of each book and section introduction
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QuickVerse 2009 Deluxe on CDROM
By Parson Technology
Bible scholars, pastors, teachers, group leaders, students, and new believers will all harness the power of computer Bible study and achieve instant results with QuickVerse! From Greek/Hebrew word study to simple daily reading plans — QuickVerse does it all!
Pictures, maps, word pronunciations sophisticated searching, completely automatic multi-window text synchronization, detailed commentary covering every verse of the Bible, notes, bookmarks, highlights, word processor integration and more. Simple, Yet Sophisticated Research Power QuickVerse is the most advanced Bible study software available, and is easier and more powerful than ever before. Our sophisticated search engine allows you to perform word, phrase, Biblical reference searches and Hebrew and Greek Morphological searches, book searches, and topical searches. Modern, Easy-to-Use Interface QuickVerse 2009 is simplified Bible study at its best. It is the easiest, yet most advanced, Bible study software available. Streamlined features and functions give you instant access to scriptures, commentaries, definitions, even the original Greek and Hebrew text. Multiple tabbed windows with individual controls provide automatic synchronization and media display. Sermon and Lesson Preparation Made Easy QuickVerse provides the key to cross-referencing Bible translations, commentaries, dictionaries, and original language tools to help you help others understand God’s word. Use the QuickVerse advanced Office Smart Tags and enhanced copy features to blend key Biblical reference material into your lessons and sermons — instantly!
System Requirements: - Windows XP, Vista
- Pentium III with 500 MHz (or equivalent), or higher
- 256 MB or greater RAM
- 1.98 GB free disk space
- CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
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