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Considers the essential elements of Hebrew verse Introduces the reader to the full range of the poetry of the Old Testament, both outside the Psalter and within Fully accessible to non-specialists A select bibliography following each chapter offers suggestions for further study Because of the command not to make `graven images' the creativity of the ancient Jews was always somewhat contrained: instead of the visual arts, poetry and story became the two most important forms which depicted the relationship between God and his people. The most familiar poems in the Bible are the psalms of the Psalter, the love songs of the Song of Solomon, and the aphorisms of Proverbs. But there are also many other examples of Hebrew verse, less familiar because of being buried in narrative context. These include war poetry, vintage songs, funeral elegies, blessings, prayers, and hymns. Such poetry has a setting-in-life as well as a setting-in-literature, and needs to be read at both levels in order to appreciate its impact as a work of art. By considering the essential elements of Hebrew verse, this book introduces the reader to the full range of the poetry of the Old Testament, both outside the Psalter and within it. It is aimed at Old Testament students but is fully accessible to non-specialists as well. No knowledge of Hebrew is presumed, and a select bibliography following each chapter offers suggestions for further study.
Dr. Billy Graham says in the "Words of Wisdom" foreword, "The
Psalms tell us how to get along with God, and the Proverbs tell us
how to get along with our fellow man." As has long been Dr.
Graham's personal practice, "Words of Wisdom" makes it easy for
anyone to read five Psalms and a chapter from Proverbs each day for
31 days. This beautiful LeatherLike gift edition offers a
convenient, easy-to-understand, and enjoyable way to discover how
these ancient words deliver valuable life principles. King David
wrote many of the Psalms, often with the passion of a worshiper and
the anxiety of a 21st-century person, while dealing with everyday
tensions. His son Solomon, largely known for his wisdom, wrote the
wisdom literature of the Proverbs. In these nearly 3,000-year-old
sacred writings, we hear the voices and counsel of those who knew
God intimately. Let "Words of Wisdom" encourage you with divine
hope and affirmation for living the life God has planned for you.
Prayer for the Day brings together 365 selected readings from the
much loved, long-running series on BBC Radio 4. The programme,
which has been broadcast daily at 5:43am for several decades, and
continues to attract over half a million dedicated listeners,
comprises a short 2-minute reflection to start your day. These
artfully combine traditional forms of prayer and reflection, from a
variety of religions and denominations, with contemporary issues
and themes that are often relevant to the date on which the
programme is broadcast. In keeping with the theme of 'Prayer for
the Day', there are 365 reflections in the book, from a vast range
of the eminent religious figures and broadcasters who have
contributed to the programme over the years. There is a foreword by
a prominent figure in the faith community, a short profile of each
contributor and an index of contributors. To emphasise the point
that the reflections can be used daily, they are ordered by date
(i.e. 1st January, 2nd January etc), and each entry is selected on
the basis of it being as date-specific as possible. The date of
broadcast is underneath each entry, and dates are also marked at
the top corners of each page so they can be found easily. The
spacious design includes page openers for each month with simple
line illustrations. Prayer for the Day is a beautiful and
inspirational addition to any bedside table, with religious
meditations that both participate in the ecumenical spirit of the
21st century and equip you perfectly for each day's journey.
Women who are facing the reality of widowhood are often connected
by a common thread of grief and uncertainty. "Hope for an Aching
Heart" offers encouragement to help readers handle the challenges
of each day with God's grace. Sharing from a widow's heart, the
author weaves personal stories, Scripture, and prayers into 60 days
of inspirational thoughts that motivate readers to draw closer to
God. This heartfelt and engaging devotional helps to broaden
women's understanding of the depth of God's love, His tender care,
and His promise to always be with them.
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Most people have lost a sense of destiny, God's will for their
lives. Many even believe you just can't know God's will - that in
His sovereignty, He will make it happen regardless of what you do.
Too long this viewpoint has kept Christians from knowing the full
potential He planned for them. But no more. God created you with a
specific purpose, and the good new is, He wants you to find it.
Just knowing God's will, however, isn't enough. You need to
understand the part you play if you're going to follow it. You
might be surprised to learn it involves following the desires of
your heart. But before you set off, make sure you're able to
distinguish His will from your own selfish desires.
One of the most important lessons of all is that you can't
fulfill God's will any way you want. His strength and timing, and
your obedience and patience are just a few of the things it takes.
This book explains all this and much more.
Samuel Rutherford was a 17th Century Scottish Presbyterian preacher
whose writings have had a profound impact on Christians throughout
the generations. He was one of the Scottish Commissioners to the
Westminster Assembly, and his best-known work, Lex, Rex, had far
reaching influence. This collection of quotes, collated by editor
Malcolm MacLean, give an idea of the power his words had. Although
no more than a sentence or two, each of these quotes has a
profundity which leaves the reader thinking long after they have
closed the book. The quotations are split into topics: Jesus and
the Gospel Jesus - His Person and Work Communion with Jesus God
Christian Living Christian Service Thinking of Heaven Eternity and
Time For those who have never read Samuel Rutherford's works
before, this is a delectable introduction, encouraging you to seek
out his full works. For those who need no introduction to his
writings, these quotes are a quick reminder of the great truths he
strived to preach and the great God he strived to proclaim.
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