New Releases by James Montgomery BOICE

This essential Today''s Issues booklet looks at evangelicalism''s doctrinal distinctives and how a return to these tenets can overcome worldly compromise within the evangelical church.

A newly repackaged edition of a classic commentary from James Montgomery Boice. The first of three volumes, Creation and Fall discusses the first eleven chapters on the book of Genesis.

Asserts that among all God''s gifts to us the Bible is the greatest and that loving and obeying it brings true happiness.

Noted preacher and expositor James Montgomery Boice has created a unique blend of scripture insight, rich devotional application, and vivid illustration in this commentary on the book of Acts.

Deeply biblical in argument, thoroughly conversant with contemporary culture and informed by personal involvement in urban ministry, James Montgomery Boice speaks with challenge and encouragement to Christians in the midst of turbulent times.

En un volumen sistemático, James Boice ofrece un panorama de la teología cristiana amplio y comprensible. Estudiantes y pastores sacarán provecho de esta rica fuente que abarca todas las principales doctrinas del cristianismo. Con erudición rigurosa y un corazón de pastor, Boice aborda con sumo cuidado los temas de la naturaleza de Dios, el carácter de su revelación natural y especial, la caída, así como la persona y la obra de Cristo. Luego, pasa a considerar la obra del Espíritu Santo en la justificación y la santificación. El libro concluye con discusiones de eclesiología y escatología. En esta edición revisada del material que originalmente se publicó en cuatro volúmenes, Boice mantiene el sentido práctico y exhaustivo que harán de esta una obra clásica de referencia y de texto en los años venideros. In a systematic volume, James Boice offers a comprehensive and understandable overview of Christian theology. Students and pastors will profit from this rich source covering all the major doctrines of Christianity. With rigorous scholarship and a pastor''s heart, Boice addresses with great care the topics of the nature of God, the character of his natural and special revelation, the fall, and the person and work of Christ. He then goes on to consider the work of the Holy Spirit in justification and sanctification. The book concludes with discussions of ecclesiology and eschatology. In this revised edition originally published in four volumes, Boice maintains the practicality and comprehensiveness that will make this a classic reference and textbook for years to come.

Outstanding scholarship, in-depth information, ease of use, and clear verse-by-verse approach makes this Expositor''s Bible Commentary a favorite with pastors, lay leaders and seminary students alike.

No matter how enthusiastically we embrace doctrinal teaching it has no real power unless accompanied by action. James Boice tackles key areas of conflict in the Christian''s life - avoiding hypocrisy, guarding our tongues using our wealth appropriately, perseverance. If you really believe then it will show in your life. James is a practical book, too practical in dealing with our own shortcomings, errors and sins! And it is so direct that we cannot easily dismiss or escape from James'' teaching. Prepare to be challenged!

In this powerful study of the work and attributes of God, Boice answers questions about predestination, showing what is important to the life of today''s Christian in God''s historical dealings with Jews, Gentiles, and all of creation. Includes verse-by-verse exposition, balanced explanations of difficult doctrines, and challenging applications.

Belief in justification by faith is a cherished promise of the Epistle to the Romans, but Boice alerts Christians that they should feel secure in their justification only if they grow in righteousness and in victory over sin. Features verse-by-verse exposition and individual Pauline teachings.

Expository commentary by the former radio pastor of the Bible Study Hour. Justification by faith is the focus of this verse-by-verse study.

God created prayer as a personal, intimate way for us to connect, talk to, and listen to Him. But how many times have you felt like the prayer culture at your church is inconsistent at best? This thirty-day leaders resource ties solid biblical teaching with practical ways on how to make prayer a lifestyle habit. Author and pastor John Franklin will equip and challenge your church not only to develop an enjoyable prayer life but also to help you get to know your Heavenly Father better. Includes basics on * focusing on God * responding from the heart * seeking His kingdom

A mini-course in theology, centered on the church! That is what Paul''s great letter to the Ephesians is about. The author has labored diligently to help his readers take advantage of the riches that are to be found in the epistle. Few books in the Bible speak more directly to the needs of the church. This is a commentary for the lay reader as well as the serious student and teacher. It is, like the other fine commentaries of Dr. Boice, a clear exposition of the text combining both practical and contemporary applications with insightful historical analysis and doctrinal explanation. Through this study of Ephesians one cannot help but have a new and intensified commitment to the body of Christ and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit. - Back cover.

"Some sections of the Bible give us grand theology. Some move us to grateful responses to God. But the parables break through mere words and make us ask whether there has indeed been any real difference in our lives." In this beloved classic, James Boice takes us systematically through the parables of Jesus, grouping them into five categories: parables of the kingdom, salvation, wisdom and folly, the Christian life, and judgment. In each section Boice brings Jesus'' words to bear on life today. Through his careful study and clear explanation of each parable--born from a sermon series he preached at the Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia, where he pastored for 32 years--he helps us understand just what Jesus meant, and how our hearts and lives ought to respond. Jesus'' parables are memorable for a reason. Discover their power for yourself.