"How do I get more out of my Bible reading? What was going on during the gap between the Old and New Testaments? How do all the books of the Bible fit together as a whole? This book answers these questions and puts clear, readable Bible study aids at your fingertips. It contains thirteen essays from some of today's best evangelical scholars including C. John Collins, Thomas Schreiner, Gordon Wenham, and Darrell Bock, and will help you to ..."
"Why is the Bible trustworthy? Does archaeology confirm what the Bible says? How do I interpret the Bible?The Bible is the most important book in the world. But questions like these puzzle believers and unbelievers alike. Editors and scholars Wayne Grudem, C. John Collins, and Thomas Schreiner recognize the challenge we all face and offer this volume to help us properly understand the Bible.Covering a diverse range of essential subjects, ..."
""No one seriously involved in seeking a responsible Christian engagement with such concerns can afford to ignore this magisterial undertaking.” ―Timothy George, Founding Dean, Beeson Divinity School A controversy of major proportions has spread throughout the church. Now more than ever before, gender roles are openly questioned in the wake of evangelical feminism―a movement that is having a profound impact on society, the home, and the ..."
"Which translation do I choose? In an age when there is a wide choice of English Bible translations, the issues involved in Bible translating are steadily gaining interest. Consumers often wonder what separates one Bible version from another. The contributors to this book argue that there are significant differences between literal translations and the alternatives. The task of those who employ an essentially literal Bible translation ph ..."
""The Bible is God's own Word to us." Translating the words of God has become an even more daunting task in recent years as the pressure of "political correctness" and various activist agendas have sought to influence the landscape. No issue has become more controversial than gender-neutral Bible translations. Vern Poythress and Wayne Grudem examine the translation practice of replacing the generic "he" and the specific "father" with t ..."
Chance and the Sovereignty of God(1st Edition) A God-Centered Approach to Probability and Random Events by VernSheridanPoythress Paperback, 368 Pages, Published 2014 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-3695-3, ISBN: 1-4335-3695-1
"What if all events--big and small, good and bad--are governed by more than just blind chance? What if they are governed by God? In this theologically informed and philosophically nuanced introduction to the study of probability and chance, Vern Poythress argues that all events--including the seemingly random or accidental--fall under God's watchful gaze as part of his eternal plan. Comprehensive in its scope, this book lays the theistic ..."
Logic(1st Edition) A God-Centered Approach to the Foundation of Western Thought by VernSheridanPoythress Paperback, 733 Pages, Published 2013 by Crossway Books ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-3229-0, ISBN: 1-4335-3229-8
"A strong understanding of logic is of utmost importance for the well-rounded Christian, especially considering that logic is foundational for all human thought and communication. In his latest book, Vern Poythress undertakes a radical recasting of the study of logic and critiques the commonly-used Aristotelian approach. With over 30 years of writing and teaching experience, Poythress successfully presents a revolutionary work on the stu ..."
Inerrancy and the Gospels(1st Edition) A God-Centered Approach to the Challenges of Harmonization by VernSheridanPoythress Paperback, 240 Pages, Published 2012 by Crossway Bargain Price ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-2860-6, ISBN: 1-4335-2860-6
"Serious Bible readers all recognize that there are differences between accounts of the same events in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, and no responsible reader can simply sweep these differences under the rug. But can all of the accounts still be reconciled with a belief in biblical inerrancy? Responding to the questions surrounding the gospel narratives, New Testament scholar Vern Poythress contributes a worthy case for inerrancy in the ..."
"A biblical framework for considering the foundation of human relationships, leading to a rethinking of the discipline of sociology.Interpersonal relationships are possible for humans because we are created in the image of a Trinitarian God. But if the Trinity is our model for relationships, why is the human condition rife with pain and evil? How are we to think correctly about fallen human relationships and our models for understanding ..."
"With scriptural teaching and broad-ranging application, this follow-up to Redeeming Science builds a Christian theology of language and reforms our thinking about words. Language is not only the centerpiece of our everyday lives, but it gives significance to all that we do. It also reflects and reveals our all-sustaining Creator, whose providential governance extends to the intricacies of language. Writes Vern Poythress, "God c ..."
"Many people think science is antagonistic to Christian belief. Science, it is said, shows that the universe is billions of years old, while the Bible says it is only thousands of years old. And some claim that science shows supernatural miracles are impossible. These and other points of contention cause some Christians to view science as a threat to their beliefs. Redeeming Science attempts to kindle our appreciation for science ..."
Symphonic Theology(1st Edition) The Validity of Multiple Perspectives in Theology by VernSheridanPoythress Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2001 by P & R Publishing ISBN-13: 978-0-87552-517-4, ISBN: 0-87552-517-2
"The truth of God is rich and multifaceted. Though a coherent body of revelation, the Bible comes to us through a variety of inspired authors, metaphors, and themes highlighting the many facets of God's truth. Likewise, our theological formulations capture manifold emphases--distinct "perspectives" on the whole--which collectively enable us to gain a fuller understanding of the truth. Poythress explains, "We use what we have gained from ..."
The Returning King A Guide to the Book of Revelation by VernSheridanPoythress Paperback, 213 Pages, Published 2000 by P & R Publishing ISBN-13: 978-0-87552-462-7, ISBN: 0-87552-462-1
"Noted New Testament scholar Poythress provides an understandable and practical look into Revelation in this insightful commentary. Poythress focuses on Revelation's core message and ensures that its details do not cloud the big picture. He shows Revelation to be a "picture book, not a puzzle book", relevant and applicable to the daily lives of Christians."
"Theologically and pastorally profound, this study of biblical hermeneutics builds on Trinitarian presuppositions, while exposing the idols that lead interpretation astray. Poythress emphasizes the interpreter's spiritual qualifications along with linguistic principles."
"What does the Old Testament have to do with Jesus Christ? Everything.The first five books of the Old Testament were written centuries before the birth of Jesus. Yet they intricately involve him. Here Vern S. Poythress explores Genesis through Deuteronomy, demonstrating how the sacrifices and traditions of the Hebrews graphically foreshadow Christ’s relationship with his people. Dr. Poythress also explains how the penalties of the law pr ..."
"Vern Poythress believes that dialogue is possible between dispensationalists and covenant theologians. This second edition adds a postscript in which Poythress responds to feedback from dispensational readers."
"'Many years ago, upon reading Thomas S. Kuhn's work The Structure of Scientific Revolutions, I was taken aback by the obvious parallels between the subject of that book and the field of biblical exegesis. It seemed strange then -- and more so now after all these years -- that no one had sought to draw out the implications of Kuhn's ideas for better understanding the conflicts that frequently arise over the interpretation of Scripture.' ..."