Ruth and Esther, the only two biblical books that centre on the lives of women, display the hand of a God who works in the lives of individuals to bring about his plan for the salvation of many. Ruth
Ruth and Esther are two prophetic pictures of the same gospel. One speaks of a last-minute rescue from death, the other of a long-awaited filling of a terrible emptiness. One ends with a baby; the oth
The book of Acts shows the importance of the link between the ministry of the Word and prayer. It teaches us that a distinguishing mark of a Christian and of a truly Biblical church is that they pray.
Is God worthy of worship only because He blesses us? How should we respond to God when suffering comes into our lives? At the heart of the book of Job is a question about the character of God - and ab
In honour of the 500-year anniversary of the Reformation, this small book goes through some of the key events and characters who, under God, brought about one of the most significant changes in the hi
Few of us have heard of Catherine von Bora. And yet, as the beloved wife of Martin Luther, she can very justifiably be seen as one of the most influential figures in the Reformation. She made her home
We are daily reminded of our lack of trust in God, our neglect of prayer, our worship of other things - our faithlessness to a perfectly faithful God. Philip De Courcy looks at the every-day struggles
In the Song of Songs the son of David, King in Jerusalem, overcomes hostility and alienation to renew intimacy between himself and his Bride. This most sublime Song sings of a love sure as the seal of
In the message of Hosea we see the passion of God. We see the jealousy of God, the commitment of God, the heartbreak of God, the enthusiasm of God, the love of God. People often talk about what they f
Romans eight is a favourite of many Christians for it contains verse after verse of pure spiritual gold. It opens up to us peace with God, the ministries of the Spirit, the urgency of personal reforma
From the depths of history and the dark days of the middle ages we read stories of danger and intrigue but ultimately of faith, hope and love. Jacques hoards his gold, but has yet to find real treasu
From the depths of history and the terrible days of the Great Wars we read stories of courage and danger but ultimately of faith, hope and love. A grandfather sits in front of a warm fire as the flame
John Knox, more than any other man, laid the foundations of democracy, revitalised Church and Government, and brought the benefits of education to the ordinary people of Scotland.One of the most celeb
"... from a farm in Perthshire to the Ministry of the Gospel..."On the ski slopes or in the Church, in the company of people of all ages Stephen Anderson communicates the Gospel.The power of this Gosp
The influence of Christians is a part of our inheritance and a key factor in the creation of a moral fabric underpinning our society.For a society to function there have to be norms of acceptable beha
"A Christian married couple I know of had to move out of London and leave their church to go north with the husband's job.""Much to the surprise of some of their long-term Christian pals they began at
These are the stories of five key ministers of the 18th and 19th centuries who changed the whole spirit of the Church of England - and whose influence is still seen today. People today are frantically
1 Kings is a continuation of a narrative of the history of Israel which begins in 1 Samuel and continues through into 1 & 2 Kings.While we so often struggle with the events and issues of the book of 1
Ghana is considered one of the success stories of West Africa. Its government is relatively stable and the widespread use of English, as part of its colonial heritage, gives it easier access to the wo
The central theme of Holy Scripture is the unfolding revelation of its doctrinal teaching on Jesus as the 'slain Lamb of God'. The doctrine of Jesus as God's slain lamb runs like a thick cable from Ge
We live in troubled times, amongst a world of broken-hearted and disillusioned people. Many of our fellow humans can only take away the emptiness of the spirit of the age by partying and spending hard
The book of Judges tells of a time of lawlessness in the history of Israel. Military leaders ruled over the Israelites. Disasters happen every time God's peoples focus is turned away from God. In the
One of the chief responsibilities of Christians is to reach out to others with the truth of what God has done. Ever since the days of the Apostles Christians have had a vision to reach out to the worl
We know that the influence of a mother on her son can be of great importance. Augustine of Hippo (354 - 430) has been described as the greatest of the Church Fathers. Not only this but the many writin
Palestine has been the focus of interest for Christians ever since the days of the Apostles. Since the restoration of the State of Israel in 1948, many Christians have journeyed to Israel with the aim
The break up of marriage is traumatic to both parents and children. The pent-up anger and frustration also affects the quality of relationships in the rest of society. Frank Retief has a wealth of p
The story of Hudson Taylor is one of adventure and excitement - of improbable answers to prayer, opposition from the establishment and triumphs of faith. Even more interesting is the story of the rela
Upon returning to the UK after 20 years of gruelling service in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Helen Roseveare began her speaking and writing ministry. In the time available between trips all over
If God exists, prove it. If God exists, what does it have to do with me? If all this is true, now what?This series of short workbooks, from the 9Marks Basics series, is designed to help you think thro
Life is so confusing! There are a myriad of voices clambering for our attention, but which one is the right one?Decisions – rather than being biblical, or good, or even passable – often feel like a st
Benedictions – spoken blessings at the end of church services and gatherings – can be nuggets of gospel gold to cherish to as we part from each other for another week. Here Derek W. H. Thomas has sele
Angels are mentioned in 33 of the 66 books of the Bible, and yet there is so much misunderstanding about them. This 11–part Bible study looks at the passages where angels are mentioned in the Bible, t
Read the story of a life lived safely within the lines, that God turned upside down. From social star of 1930’s Chicago to a Wycliffe missionary in South America and the USSR,Elaine Townsend’s life wa
Many today may be discouraged by the condition of Christianity in Scotland, while unaware of its powerful legacy. Following on from Glory in the Glen and Land of Many Revivals, Scotland Ablaze conclu
It’s crucial to understand who God is, and to understand the roles of the three Persons of the Trinity. This ten–part study on the characteristics of God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit will help you think
In a competitive and selfcentred world,living a humble and Godcentred life is incredibly challenging. Additionally,when the Bible tells us to boast in the hope of the glory of God our worldly minds ar
There are many types of lie, but perhaps the most dangerous and deceptive of all is the half–truth. A manipulative distortion of truth, it sounds convincing but is destructively distant from what is t
The Good Portion is a series written specifically for women to immerse themselves in the depths of Christian doctrine. God created us to enjoy knowing Him - there is always so much more to be discover
There is a yearning within all of us to be 'whole' - a recognition that we live fragmented lives: striving and failing, believing but doubting, speaking one thing then doing another. We are all righte
Basil of Caesarea (329-379 AD) was a Greek Bishop in what is now Turkey. A thoughtful theologian, he was instrumental in the formation of the Nicene Creed. He fought a growing heresy, Arianism, that h
