In this Bible Speaks Today volume, Stott guides readers through Jesus’ well-known but often poorly understood teachings in Matthew 5 through 7. Leading us to listen carefully to the meaning of each verse in its context, Stott also confronts the challenges this text raises for today’s Christians and draws out practical applications.
This revised edition features lightly updated language, current NIV Scripture quotations and a new interior design. A seven-session study guide at the end of the book will help you more deeply ponder the message of the Sermon on the Mount and how it speaks to your life.
In the letters to Timothy and Titus, as he nears the end of his life, Paul focuses on the idea of inheritance.
The faithful, he writes, must guard and pass on the heritage of gospel truth for the next generation. Paul’s clear commitment to the church as “the pillar and foundation of the truth” continues to challenge Christians in every era.
In this revised Bible Speaks Today volume, John Stott finds in 1 Timothy and Titus a dynamic truth that orders Christian life in the church, the family, and the world. With his trademark warmth and clarity, Stott guides readers through the text, highlighting key themes and applications for today. Stott’s pastoral voice and dedication to teaching the Word echo Paul’s as he calls each generation to guard the message entrusted to them.
This revised edition of a classic volume features a new interior design, updated Scripture quotations, and light updates throughout.
First-century Hebrew readers were at a critical point.
Many had been exposed to public ridicule, persecution, and imprisonment. Some had already abandoned their commitment to Christ, and others were in danger of compromising or giving up. The letter to the Hebrews brought a profound encouragement and appeal: they must keep their eyes on Christ and remain anchored in the truth.
In this Bible Speaks Today volume, Raymond Brown guides readers passage by passage through Hebrews, exploring historical background, key themes, and applications for today. While some find Hebrews one of the most puzzling of the New Testament books—with its references to animal sacrifices and ancient Israelite customs—Brown identifies a timeless message that remains strikingly relevant in each generation. As Hebrews celebrates the uniqueness of Christ, it clarifies Christians’ priorities and our only hope for faithful endurance.
This revised edition of a classic Bible Speaks Today volume includes updated language, Scripture quotations, and a new interior design.
The apostle James addressed his readers directly and pointedly, using vivid images from ordinary life and attention-gripping statements.
His letter reveals how a genuine faith is a tested faith, and how encountering difficulties is an essential part of the growth to Christian maturity.
In this Bible Speaks Today volume, J. Alec Motyer’s rich exposition brings James’s letter to life for today’s readers. Motyer is himself gripped by James’s energy and concern for practical Christianity. He draws out the book’s memorable themes: the link between enduring trials and maturity; the good gifts of God; faith, works, and Christian concern in a world of human need; the implications of careless and evil words; the church and healing; confession of sin; the need for active purity in life; and more.
This revised edition of a classic BST volume includes a new interior design, lightly updated language, and updated Scripture quotations throughout.
In this Bible Speaks Today volume, Edmund Clowney expounds Peter’s rich pastoral letter, exploring historical background, key themes, and applications for today. He highlights topics such as the life and work of Jesus, the reality of suffering, and the fulfillment of Old Testament promises. The Message of 1 Peter shows readers in every era what the story of Jesus’ life means for us as we take up our cross and follow him.
This revised edition of a classic BST volume includes updated language and Scripture quotations and a new interior design. A study guide for individuals or groups is included to help readers engage more deeply with the text.
Today, as in the first century, Christians must guard against false guides who can lead believers astray and cause divisions within the faith community. Responding to this ever-present danger, 2 Peter and Jude equip readers to discern truth from illusion and encourage them to loyalty, harmony, and spiritual maturity.
In this volume of the Bible Speaks Today series, Dick Lucas and Christopher Green offer passage-by-passage exposition of the letters of 2 Peter and Jude. They include introductory information on authorship, original audience, major themes, and recent issues of scholarship, while focusing on the relevance of these two letters to contemporary Christian experience.
This revised edition of a classic BST volume includes updated language and Scripture quotations and a new interior design. A study guide for individuals or groups is included to help readers engage more deeply with the text.
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