1-3 John(1st Edition) (Reformed Expository Commentary) by DouglasSeanO'donnell Hardcover, 240 Pages, Published 2015 by P & R Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-59638-987-8, ISBN: 1-59638-987-7
"How can we know that we possess eternal life? The apostle John answered that question in the three epistles that bear his name. He wrote that we must firstly believe that Jesus is the Son of God and that Christ came in the flesh. Secondly, we are to obey God's commandments. Thirdly, we must love others.In this illuminating and engaging commentary on John's letters, pastor-scholar Douglas Sean O'Donnell illustrates and applies these thre ..."
""A tremendous resource for those wanting to study and teach the Bible with an understanding of how the gospel is woven throughout Scripture." --Bryan Chapell, Pastor, Grace Presbyterian Church The Knowing the Bible series is a resource designed to help Bible readers better understand and apply God's Word. These 12-week studies lead participants through books of the Bible and are made up of four basic components: (1) reflection questions ..."
The Song of Solomon(1st Edition) An Invitation to Intimacy (Preaching the Word) by DouglasSeanO'donnell, R. Kent Hughes Hardcover, 192 Pages, Published 2012 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-2338-0, ISBN: 1-4335-2338-8
"Our culture holds the megaphone when it comes to talking about sex today. Yet the church has maintained a reputation for keeping quiet, hesitant to teach people about this sacred aspect of life. The Song of Solomon, however, holds nothing back as it sings loudly about the holy practice of sexuality and pushes us into the conversation with godly theology. While this biblical text has been subject to a broader range of interpretation prob ..."
"These explications show how the gospel shines out in the first and last chapters of the Old Testament Wisdom Literature.The wisdom literature of the Old Testament can be daunting. Sidney Greidanus, in the book’s foreword, describes Old Testament wisdom literature as “one of the more difficult genres to interpret and preach.” Yet the numerous proverbs and sayings meet us in everyday life, teaching us much about understanding and applyin ..."
Ecclesiastes(1st Edition) (Reformed Expository Commentary) by DouglasSeanO'donnell Hardcover, 272 Pages, Published 2014 by P & R Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-59638-398-2, ISBN: 1-59638-398-4
"Douglas O Donnell shows, in this redemptive-historical, biblical, practical, and expositional commentary, that Ecclesiastes answers two key questions that worry everybody in the depths of their minds. The first is "What does man gain from all the toil at which he toils under the sun?" the answer being "nothing." The second follows: "In light of such vanity the fact that our work and knowledge and pleasures and possessions are ultimately ..."
Two Fat Camels(Updated) The Story of Two Rich Men from Luke 18-19 (Not Just A Story) by DouglasSeanO'donnell, Gail Schoonmaker, 2. 5. Paperback, 40 Pages, Published 2015 by Cf4kids ISBN-13: 978-1-78191-562-2, ISBN: 1-78191-562-8
"What is the world's biggest question? "Is the moon really made of cheese?" No. "Why can't I hit my sister if she hit me first?" No. "Why do I have to brush my baby teeth if they're just going to fall out?" No. No. No. "What must I do to inherit eternal life?" Yes, that is the world's biggest question. "How do I get to heaven? How do I live with God forever and ever and ever?"Find out how Jesus answered this question with a camel, a need ..."
Matthew(Illustrated) All Authority in Heaven and on Earth (Preaching the Word) by DouglasSeanO'donnell, R. Kent Hughes Hardcover, 1,088 Pages, Published 2013 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-0365-8, ISBN: 1-4335-0365-4
"Jesus is King. Standing as a central theme of the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus’ kingly authority has profound implications for our lives today—changing the way we view the world, interact with others, and respond to blessings and hardships. In this reader-friendly commentary, seasoned pastor Doug O’Donnell leads us through the first book of the New Testament, highlighting key themes and offering contemporary illustrations for preaching. Dra ..."
"Have you ever gone all day without food? No food when you woke up. No food for lunch. No food after school. No food for dinner. No food before bed. Not even a midnight snack! How hungry do you think you would be if you went all day without food? You might just be hungry enough to shout, "Help! Anybody! I'm starving! Feed me."God has always loved his people. And He has shown His love in many, many different ways. One way is through food! ..."
God's Lyrics(1st Edition) Rediscovering Worship Through Old Testament Songs by DouglasSeanO'donnell Paperback, 240 Pages, Published 2010 by P & R Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-59638-172-8, ISBN: 1-59638-172-8
"Douglas O'Donnell draws out the historical, exegetical, and theological significance of the songs of Moses, Deborah, Hannah, David, and Habakkuk. He then shows, in the light of the person and work of Jesus Christ, how the lyrics of God's Word apply to contemporary congregational singing. God's Lyrics offers both a corrective and a call -- a corrective to sing of Christ from the Psalms, the Law and the Prophets, and a call to use the who ..."
"One can question, as McKnight does in his review, how Sim's can build his “whole edifice” (the idea “that James and Peter took over the Antiochene church when Paul was defeated”) upon a conjecture (McKnight, Review of Gospel of Matthew) ..."
The Pastor's Book(1st Edition) A Comprehensive and Practical Guide to Pastoral Ministry by R. Kent Hughes, DouglasSeanO'donnell Hardcover, 592 Pages, Published 2015 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-4587-0, ISBN: 1-4335-4587-X
"[CDATA]Pastors are tasked with the incredibly demanding job of caring for the spiritual, emotional, and, at times‚ physical needs of their people. While seminary is helpful preparation for many of the challenges pastors face, there’s far more to pastoral ministry than what can be covered in the classroom. Designed as a reference guide for nearly every situation a pastor will face, this comprehensive book by seasoned pastors Kent Hughes ..."
"I know an allegory about the extra oil representing the second blessing of the Holy Spirit would give you goose bumps. ... Cf. Klyne Snodgrass, The Parable of the Wicked Tenants: An Inquiry into Parable Interpretation, Wissenschaftliche ..."
"For years, Crossway's Preaching the Word commentary series has helped pastors, preachers, and anyone who teaches God's Word to better interpret and apply the message of the Bible. Under the careful editorial oversight of experienced pastor and best-selling author R. Kent Hughes, this series is known for its commitment to biblical authority, its pastoral tone and focus, and its overall accessibility. Now available for the first time, thi ..."
"... desperate circumstances, the battle of fear and trust, walking with God even
when the way seems dark, thankfulness for God's care, devotion to the word of
God, and confidence in the eventual triumph of God's purposes in the world.
From tearful laments to triumphant thanksgivings, these expressions of emotion
serve as patterns to shape the emotions and actions of the godly of every age. (
For further back- ground, see the ESV Stu ..."
Preaching the Word Ser. Matthew : All Authority in Heaven and on Earth by DouglasSeanO'donnell 1,088 Pages, Published 2013 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-3966-4, ISBN: 1-4335-3966-7
"All Authority in Heaven and on Earth Douglas Sean O'Donnell R. Kent Hughes.
You see, Jesus ... So this “eager scribe” or “hasty scholar” or “Mr. Bighead,” as
one commentator calls him,4 apparently (we aren't told) retracts his bold
declaration. It's as if his ... Without Compromise Ah, but the story isn't over. Here
comes another man. Shall we call him “the reluctant disciple” or “the hesitant son”
? How about “Mr. Faintheart”5 or “ ..."